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On this episode of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington recap the Bills beating the Lions on Thursday Night Football at Highmark stadium. Plus, the guys discuss the NCAA Oversight Committee ruling on the Michigan vs Western Michigan game, go over a potential conspiracy around Sam Leavitt's status for the LSU vs Ole Miss Game as he has gone from Doubtful to Questionable in one day, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this Friday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington recap the Bills beating the Lions on Thursday Night Football at Highmark stadium. Plus, the guys discuss the NCAA Oversight Committee ruling on the Michigan vs Western Michigan game, we have North Carolina edition of ICYMI, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if financial success isn't the destination, but simply the foundation for something greater?We spend a great deal of time thinking about how to earn, save, invest, and manage money wisely. Those things matter. Faithful stewardship requires care and wisdom with what God has entrusted to us.But what happens when you've done many of those things well and still find yourself wondering, Is there something more?Scott Highmark, President and Co-Founder of Mosaic Wealth, a Certified Kingdom Advisor®, and author of The Significance Pyramid: Climb Beyond Success to Find Lasting Significance, believes there is.His “Significance Pyramid” offers a framework for moving beyond financial success toward a life increasingly shaped by purpose, generosity, service, and ultimately surrender to Christ.Why Success Alone Can't SatisfyOur culture often encourages us to keep moving “up and to the right”—more income, more achievement, more possessions, more recognition.There's nothing inherently wrong with achievement. The problem comes when we expect it to satisfy desires it was never designed to fulfill.Highmark points out that even people who reach the top of their professions often discover that the fulfillment they expected doesn't last. Accomplishment may bring genuine satisfaction for a season, but our appetites continually reach for something more.Ultimately, the human heart's deepest longing cannot be satisfied by another financial milestone or professional achievement. We were created for God Himself.That conviction is at the heart of the Significance Pyramid. Every life points somewhere. The question is whether ours ultimately points toward ourselves or toward something greater.Stewardship: Building the FoundationThe pyramid's first level is stewardship.Stewardship involves wisely managing all God has entrusted to us—not simply our money, but our time, abilities, opportunities, and relationships.Financially, that means understanding what we have, knowing where it is going, and learning to live within our means. Practices such as budgeting can sometimes feel restrictive, but healthy financial boundaries can actually create freedom. When our finances are in order, we can spend and give more intentionally instead of constantly reacting to financial pressure.But stewardship is only the foundation. Once money consumes less of our attention, we can begin asking deeper questions about what our resources are actually for.As Highmark puts it, money can help fund our purpose, but it cannot help us find our purpose.Symmetry: Bringing Our Lives Into AlignmentThe second level is symmetry, or alignment.Most of us can quickly name what matters most to us: faith, family, marriage, generosity, service, relationships. But would someone looking at our calendars and financial statements reach the same conclusion?Symmetry means aligning the way we actually live with the things we say we value.James 1 describes a person who looks at himself in a mirror, walks away, and immediately forgets what he looks like. In a similar way, we can profess certain priorities while organizing our lives around completely different ones.Highmark tells the story of a successful executive who traveled more than 150 days a year. His children were nearing adulthood, his mother was aging, and financially, he no longer needed to continue working at the same pace. Yet striving had become such a normal part of his life that he had never seriously considered another way.One simple question changed his perspective: Why are you still working like this?Eventually, he stepped away from that role. In doing so, he gained more time with his children and his mother and began serving through ministry.Sometimes faithful stewardship requires more than accumulating enough. It requires asking whether the life we are living actually reflects what we say matters most.Purpose: Using What God Has Given YouThe third level of the pyramid is what Highmark calls self-satisfaction. The name can sound self-focused, but the idea is really about discovering meaningful work and using our unique gifts well. Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”God has made each of us with different abilities, experiences, relationships, and opportunities. Faithful stewardship includes learning to use those things in service to Him.Highmark draws on an insight from Henry Blackaby: Rather than beginning with the question, What is God's will for my life? we should begin with, What is God's will? Then we ask whether we are willing to adjust our lives to participate faithfully in what He is doing.That changes the focus. Purpose is no longer primarily about finding the career or activity that makes us feel fulfilled. It becomes a matter of offering our lives to God and faithfully using what He has entrusted to us.And even personal fulfillment isn't the top of the pyramid. If our purpose ends with ourselves, it still falls short.Significance: Turning OutwardThe fourth level is significance.Here, the focus shifts from inward to outward. Instead of asking, What will make me happy? we begin asking, How can I use what God has entrusted to me for someone else's good?That may require sacrifice. We may willingly choose to have less so someone else can have what they need. We may surrender time, comfort, opportunity, or resources for another person's good.Jesus Himself models this kind of life. Philippians 2 describes Christ as taking “the form of a servant.” Rather than using His position for His own advantage, Jesus humbled Himself and served.Significance, then, isn't simply about accomplishing something impressive or leaving behind a recognizable legacy. It is about loving and serving others faithfully—even when doing so costs us something.That can show up in countless ways: generosity, hospitality, mentoring, caring for family, serving through the local church, investing in younger generations, or simply making ourselves available to people God has placed around us.Surrender: The Ultimate DestinationEven significance isn't the final destination. At the top of Highmark's framework is surrender.A person can live generously, serve others, and pursue meaningful work and still remain at the center of their own life. Biblical surrender goes further. It means offering our whole lives to Christ.Our money belongs to Him. Our careers belong to Him. Our families, abilities, ambitions, plans, and futures belong to Him. That doesn't mean financial planning or professional success is unimportant. It means those things find their proper place beneath the lordship of Christ.Success asks, How much can I accomplish? Significance asks, How can what I have been given serve others? Surrender asks an even deeper question: Lord, how would You have me faithfully use everything You have entrusted to me?Financial success can be good. Wise stewardship can create margin, opportunity, and freedom. But success was never meant to become our ultimate destination. The goal is faithfulness—a life in which everything God has entrusted to us increasingly points beyond ourselves and toward Him.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:My husband and I are entering retirement and use a credit card for groceries, paying it off monthly to earn travel rewards. Is that a wise strategy, or would it be better to pay directly from our monthly budget?I'm 71 and want to use Qualified Charitable Distributions for my tithes and offerings. How do QCDs work, can they come from an annuity, and can I direct part of my RMD to myself and part directly to my church?Resources Mentioned:Become a FaithFi PartnerThe Significance Pyramid: Climb Beyond Success to Find Lasting Significance by Scott HighmarkMosaic WealthFaithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly MagazineFaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough? Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob WestWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. 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We discuss the Buffalo Bills 41-31 Victory over the Lions on Thursday Night Football to go 2-0 to start the streak at the new Highmark Stadium. Go Bills!
Scott Highmark, President and Principal of Mosaic Family Wealth and author of The Significance Pyramid, explores what happens when reaching the pinnacle of success still leaves high achievers feeling unfulfilled. He breaks down why true wealth extends far beyond financial assets and shares practical frameworks to help leaders align their daily actions with their deepest values. Listeners will gain fresh perspectives on intentional living, surrendering the drive for constant achievement, and building a legacy that truly endures.Guest Links:Scott's LinkedInMosaic WealthBook: The Significance Pyramid: Climb Beyond Success to Find Lasting SignificanceCredits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Joe Szynkowski & Dylan Price, Podcast Engineer: Portside MediaSomething Extra with Lisa Nichols
Lindsay Rhodes from sumasports joins the guys with the numbers behind what we witnessed in the Week 1 of the NFL season...Big PP Picks for week 3 and will new Highmark have the same juice as old Highmark
We go down a couple of rabbit holes in the Magic Hat this week...and one Bills fan has a bone to pick with the new Highmark stadium
What would America's Super Bowl matchup be? Is Sam Leavitt really hurt...a football heavy menu in the Cafe...do the Ducks have the most expensive roster in college football...more concerning, Dante's feet or the Defense...Lindsay Rhodes of sumersports gives us the numbers from NFL Week 1...Bills-Lions opening up the new Highmark stadium and all sorts of fun in the Magic Hat.
The Bills & Steelers conclude their pre-season tonight at Highmark stadium. Who will we see play? Winnipeg Jets Goalie Connor Hellebuyck has officially requested a trade. Should the Buffalo Sabres pursue him? Plus Sean McDermott & Nathan Peterman news.
Full 1 Hour Show: An abbreviated episode today in The Sports Bar. Gene zeros in on the Bills & Steelers preseason finale tonight at Highmark stadium. Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck has officially made his trade request public. Audacy sports betting insider PJ Glasser joins the show to analyze & share his best bets in college football. Gene & Tim wrap things up in last call with a baseball simulator discussion.
Hour 1 in full
Full Show Broadcast. Last (ROC) day of Bills training camp. Gene reacts & reflects as camp moves to Buffalo. News 8 Sports Director Thad Brown joins the show to share his overall thoughts on Bills training camp. Tim Schneider shares his take of the day. Gene plays a match game & looks at camp storylines. Are you attending the Blue & Red scrimmage? Tom Brady & the Motor City Cruise make appearances in last call
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir joins Eric Wood from Training Camp in Rochester for an inside look at everything happening ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Shakir discusses how Joe Brady has changed the atmosphere around Bills Training Camp, why team chemistry has reached another level, the addition of DJ Moore, his personal goals after signing his new contract, and the biggest differences he's noticed this season. He also shares his thoughts on Buffalo's new Nickel City uniforms, the new Bills stadium, Hard Knocks, YouTube golf, training camp life, his favorite Rochester restaurant, and much more.The Centered on Buffalo Podcast is sponsored by:Azuna Freshazunafresh.comDan-O's Seasoning Follow Dan-O's Seasoning on Social @danosseasoning danosseasoning.com20% Off Code: Wood20US ONLYNugsax Reusable Icenugsax.com10% Off CODE: ewood
Full Show Broadcast. Guess who was back at Bills practice today? Ian Mills from News 10 NBC Sports & Joe Marino from the Locked On Bills podcasts joined Gene to cover everything from Bills camp. Plus we have Tim's take, shots with sports headlines & last call.
Stadium memories as Old Highmark has been torn down full 1547 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:07:52 +0000 ovbKZms3clAkaEpglzOK5TRQSQUujkpt sports Schopp and Bulldog sports Stadium memories as Old Highmark has been torn down Sports talk should be entertaining and informative, which is why Schopp and the Bulldog control the WGR 550 airwaves every weekday from 3-7 p.m. Chris "The Bulldog" Parker bleeds Buffalo and is as passionate about the Sabres and Bills as any listener to our radio station. Mike Schopp keeps the callers in line while dishing out his unique perspective and opinions, and creating on-air fantasy drafts of anything from favorite candy and meats, to actors, presidents and bands. Bills reporter Sal Capaccio appears daily on the show covering every move the team makes like nobody else!The top-notch weekly guests include:Mondays (DURING FOOTBALL SEASON) at 4 p.m. - Buffalo Bill, Eric WoodSabres general manager Kevyn Adams (DURING HOCKEY SEASON) - 5:30 p.m.Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. - Sports betting media specialist Evan Abrams from The Action NetworkTogether for 10 years, Schopp and the Bulldog are the No. 1 most listened to talk show in all of Western New York. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed
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Schopp and Bulldog reflect on the emotional transition as the Buffalo Bills old stadium is reduced to rubble ahead of the new stadium's opening scrimmage. The conversation highlights the mix of nostalgia for decades of memories and the relief of moving on from outdated facilities and cramped concourses. They also discuss how the demolition schedule is moving faster than expected while anticipating the team's future in Buffalo
There were some added signs of extra physicality at Bills camp today. TJ Parker & Kaleb Elarms-Orr made their presence known. Also, it was great to hear from Terrel Bernard & Khalil Shakir. Did you see that pass from Josh Allen to DJ Moore? Gene has all of your camp news & NFL info.
Full Show Broadcast. What do you think of the Bills new alternate nickel city uniforms? LeBron signs in Philly. Tim Schneider's take on King James. Rochester Red Wings Manager Matthew LeCroy & Buffalo Bills reporter Ryan Talbot join the show today. Plus, how can you get a tour of New Highmark Stadium? Gene has all of the details in last call.
Gene explains how you can tour New Highmark stadium.
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John Williams joins us to discuss the 25 years of the Highmark Caring place.
Full Show Broadcast: We are fortunate enough to have Webster native Joey Whelan (Olympic hopeful) LIVE in-studio with us. Buffalo's own Patrick Kane chooses the Blackhawks over the Sabres. Tim Schneider offers up his take of the day. Gene wants to know how Bills fans feel about the new uniforms. Plus we have shots & last call.
Gene wants to know (Bills fans) your excitement level for the new alternate uniforms and helmet that will be unveiled Monday.
Gene has a variety of topics to throw your way in shots.
Full Show Broadcast: Keon Coleman is top of mind for Gene as Bills training camp is next week. Charlie Shuman, from Lattimore Physical Therapy joins Gene to help examine some players who are dealing with injuries. Tim Schneider shares a clever take on college basketball. Shots & headlines to begin hour 2. PJ Glasser has your best bets & don't forget Last Call.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar: Gene kicks off the second hour with shots. Bottom of the hour our betting expert PJ Glasser joins the program as he shares his best bets in sports. Finally Last Call is for you.
Full Hour 2 In The Sports Bar. Gene dishes out shots: The Bills rookies report to Buffalo, Tom Brady is joining which company? What about the Sabres & Connor Hellebuyck? Gene reacts as Aaron Rodgers makes good with his family. Sneaky Joe Dibiase joins the program to break down the Bills & Sabres offseasons. As always Last Call is for you.
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Last Call In The Sports Bar: Gene wraps up today & previews Wednesday's show.
Marty speaks with Mayor O'Connor about the UPMC and Highmark deals
Brandon McGinley gets insight from the mayor on the UPMC and Highmark deal full 558 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:44 +0000 EI0ZckEWFBPA57IAOECGO7wUDgQXdV58 #emailnewsletter,news Marty Griffin #emailnewsletter,news Brandon McGinley gets insight from the mayor on the UPMC and Highmark deal On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.ampe
Brandon McGinley (in for Marty) speaks with Mayor Corey O'Conner about the UPMC and Highmark deal.
Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar - Hockey week continues. The NHL Draft is this weekend in Buffalo. Sabres reporter Paul Hamilton joins the show to answer everything Buffalo Sabres: Alex Tuch, Bo Byram, What do the Sabres do with their picks?
Full Show Broadcast: The NHL draft in Buffalo takes center stage Friday & Saturday. Buffalo Sabres beat reporter Paul Hamilton brings the heat in hour 1. Lots of good Sabres news. Tim Schneider shares two interesting sports takes in hour 2. Gene speaks to a bad NBA owner & as well as NBA expansion. We have Dianna Russini news too.
Full Hour 1. Gene reacts to the breaking Sabres news from Tuesday night as well as today involving Alex Tuch. Brayton Wilson from WBEN joins the show to break down all of the wild NHL news & rumors.
Brayton Wilson from WBEN joins the show as the hockey offseason has run wild. We have breaking Alex Tuch news, what will the Sabres do with their draft picks (#4 & #20), the Bo Byram trade, is Connor Hellebuyck a real trade option for Buffalo? Plus Brayton shares his stadium tour experience of the Bills New Highmark Stadium, GO BILLS!!!
Now that the Buffalo Sabres own the 4th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, will they use their draft capital to trade for goalie Connor Hellebuyck? Plus Gene breaks down the Bo Byram trade as well as some baseball talk.
Sal Capaccio shares his first-hand experience touring the new Buffalo Bills stadium, highlighting how the venue feels uniquely built for football compared to other NFL sites. He details the intricate local artwork, the hockey-style locker room with mood lighting, and the advanced acoustic system designed to eliminate echoes. The discussion also touches on Kim Pegula's vision for shared spaces and the stadium's impressive player amenities.
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Full Show Broadcast. Guest Today: Joe Yerdon & Sal Capaccio. Happy ribbon cutting (day) ceremony at New Highmark Stadium. Brendan Sorsby's NFL Supplemental Draft nixed. Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the Miami Heat in blockbuster deal. NBA & NHL Drafts. Timmy's hot take & so much more.
Full Hour #1. - Gene talks the Bills New Highmark Stadium Ribbon Cutting, Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded. Joe Yerdon joins the show to help break down all of the Sabres questions as the NHL Draft is Friday. Plus we have breaking NFL news.
Full Hour 2. Gene is still shocked at the breaking NFL news about Brendan Sorsby & The Supplemental Draft. Timmy shares his hoops take & Sal Capaccio gives us a tour of New Highmark Stadium. Plus Last Call is always for you.
Buffalo Bills reporter Sal Capaccio gives us an audio tour of New Highmark Stadium & answers a few Bills questions as we are just over a month away from training camp at Fisher.
Congratulations & Thank You to Bills Mafia as New Highmark Stadium is now open. Gene shares his thoughts on this, the Giannis trade, Alex Tuch's future, the Sabres, Mike Babcock & Jazz Chisholm & much more
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar: Terrible Time Timmy's Not So Terrible Take. A ribbon cutting ceremony at New Highmark Stadium. Winter Olympic news, The Wolverines need a new head coach. Straight Up: Giannis Antetokounmpo. NHL & NBA Drafts On Tap. Please Vote Ernie Clement.
Gene opens the show with the big NHL trade from Sunday. Brady Tkachuk traded to the Panthers. Gene reflects on his first pitch at the Red Wings game on Friday. What happened at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills Mr. Wyndham Clark?
Tim Schneider serves up his take of the day. Plus Gene shares news from New Highmark stadium & whats going on with the Olympics?
Full Show Broadcast. Gene has your hockey fill. Dennis Bernstein from The 4th Period & SiriusXM talks NHL & the Sabres ahead of the NHL Draft Friday in Buffalo. Alex Tuch or Bo Byram? The Ottawa Senators traded Brady Tkachuk to The Florida Panthers. Gene reflects on throwing gass at the Red Wings game Friday. Why is there a ribbon cutting ceremony at New Highmark Stadium Tuesday? Timmy's Hot Take, Wyndham Clark, Winter Olympic news and the great Ernie Clement.