Mike Blanc Interviewed by Zach Burton - April 27, 2026

About this episode

Mike Blanc shares his journey of faith and the impact of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in sports.

"To do something extraordinary, you've got to do what the ordinary are not doing." — Mike Blanc Join host Zach Burton for a powerful interview with former Auburn Tiger and NFL player Mike Blanc. This episode dives deep into the heart of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), exploring how the ministry serves coaches and players in over 110 countries. Mike shares his personal testimony of being reached by a pastor with a "wild" past and how he eventually stepped into the shoes of his late mentor, Chet Williams, to serve as the chaplain for Auburn University. Whether you are an aspiring athlete or someone seeking spiritual growth, Mike's advice on work ethic and "winning the day" provides actionable wisdom for anyone looking to live an extraordinary life. -- Mike Blanc’s transition from a household without faith to finding Christ in the eighth grade. -- The legacy of Chet Williams and Mike's current role as the chaplain for Auburn University. -- How FCA creates specialized Bibles with daily devotionals for every type of athlete, from hockey players to NASCAR drivers. -- A discussion on the "authenticity culture" in modern sports and why athletes are bolder than ever about…

People in this episode

Host: Zach Burton

Guest: Mike Blanc

Topics covered

• faith in sports
• athlete mentorship
• work ethic
• spiritual growth
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• personal testimony

Keywords

• Mike Blanc
• FCA
• Auburn University
• work ethic
• spiritual growth
• Chet Williams
• athlete faith

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Auburn University

Places: Auburn

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