Episodes

Former player perspective: How will Dave Canales be as a head coach for the Carolina Panthers?
July 17, 2024

Former player perspective: How will Dave Canales be as a head coach for the Carolina Panthers?

Dennis Cox and Victoria Vodenichar discuss predictions on Dave Canales going from the offensive coordinator position for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to the head coach position with the Carolina Panthers. How might Dave handle going from a portion of the team, to controlling the whole team? Baker Mayfield was on the “Pardon My Take” podcast and shared his thoughts on working with Dave Canales and how he sees him being the Panthers head coach.
MLB 2024 Draft recap and analysis on ACC players
July 16, 2024

MLB 2024 Draft recap and analysis on ACC players

Aaron Fitt, D1Baseball, on where our local ACC guys went and how he believes these guys will do in the Majors. Vance Honeycutt goes 22 from UNC to the Baltimore Orioles. Does Aaron believe he profile to stay there? Why is this a great organization for Vance? An ECU player goes to Toronto, so how does Aaron see this relationship going? Who there a player locally that wasn’t picked that Aaron believes should have been? What are scouts looking for when they make their picks?
Carolina Hurricanes are losing more players, now what?
July 16, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes are losing more players, now what?

Luke DeCock, News & Observer, on Evgeny Kuznetsov going back to the KHL and his predictions for the upcoming roster/season. Where does Luke believe Rod Brind’Amour will put Martin Necas, considering he wants to be a center but Rod may not feel that’s where he should be? Which players are going to HAVE to step up now? Can Necas push all of the outside noise aside and score the goals the Carolina Hurricanes need him to next season?
Clemson is now trying to define the word “is”
July 16, 2024

Clemson is now trying to define the word “is”

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, on all the ways these ACC schools are trying desperately to get out of the conference. What does Chip think about Clemson’s new approach to leaving the ACC and getting a settlement? What are two things on Clemson’s agenda? What does Chip make of Brett McMurphy and his recent comments regarding the Big Ten and whether other conferences are interested in bringing on these ACC schools. What might just be “too late” after one side disrespected the other? Which one needs e...
Looking ahead to the NC State/NFL football season!
July 15, 2024

Looking ahead to the NC State/NFL football season!

Mike Glennon, former NFL/NC State QB, on his predictions for the teams using QBs in question and how he believes NC State’s football season will look this year. As a former NFL QB, how does he see Aaron Rodgers coming back after his injury and not playing one game with the NY Jets yet? How are the Miami Dolphins able to pay these huge salaries to a handful of guys, but still pay the rest of the team? Who’s better: Tua or Dak? Adam plays a round of “Gimme 5” with Mike Glennon, so how well is Mike...
Where is the goal scoring going to come from?
July 15, 2024

Where is the goal scoring going to come from?

Walt Ruff, Carolina Hurricanes writer, on if there’s any updates regarding Martin Necas, Seth Jarvis, etc; and what other news that might be coming from the front office. From the newer guys on the team, who might be someone Walt believes could show up big when the next season comes around? Is there any truth to some of the rumors running around the rumor mill regarding Martin Necas going to another team? How does Walt think Rod will handle Necas when it comes to where he might out him and on wh...
How will politics impact college athletes?
July 12, 2024

How will politics impact college athletes?

Matt Brown, Extra Points, on college athletes and their new NIL deals with video games. Where does Matt see things going for college athletes? What’s the likelihood of them being considered “employees”? Matt says if you talk to coaches, trainers, etc; but when you talk to people on committees you’ll get a different perspective. So which side will end up having the biggest influence on where things go? When does the clock start for athletes? Will college students be able to get NIL from video gam...
The Genesis Scottish Open is this weekend!
July 12, 2024

The Genesis Scottish Open is this weekend!

Taylor Zarzour, ESPN college PxP, on this weekend’s tournament, ones to come, and what his predictions are and why. What was Taylor’s take on Rory McIlory’s actions at the end of Pinehurst? How far does he see Rory going in this next tournament? If there’s one thing Taylor would scrutinize with THIS player that’s being talked about, what would he say?
Canada has never looked better as a basketball team
July 12, 2024

Canada has never looked better as a basketball team

Konata Edwards, CBS Sports, on the USA men’s Olympic basketball team and how far he actually sees them going. What hot take does Konata drop about the US making it to gold? Is Anthony Edwards the #1 option, as he has declared himself? Who’s “big man” and who’s “tall man”, so who would Konata take between the two? What are his thoughts on Duke’s Cooper Flagg? What does Konata think about what the Charlotte Hornets have done?
Things are staying spicy in the NCAA!
July 11, 2024

Things are staying spicy in the NCAA!

Dan Wetzel, Yahoo Sports columnist, on Mike Gundy justifying drunk driving and a bigger look at what’s going on in the ACC/NCAA. What, and who said, THE dumbest thing Dan has ever heard from a college head coach? How does Dan feel about Mike Gundy’s comments and what kind of ripple effect might this have, or not have? Who declared that THEIR conference is the 3 rd best in America? Why would Clemson and FSU be trying to get into THIS league, rather than just stay in the ACC?
What was Gregg Berhalther’s biggest issue as a head coach?
July 11, 2024

What was Gregg Berhalther’s biggest issue as a head coach?

Austin da Luz, NCFC/NC Courage/founder of Playing with Pride, Adam believes Gregg Berhalter should have never been rehired as USMNT’s head couch. What are Austin’s thoughts on the process that they have to go through to hire a head coach and could that be why they took the easy route? Who does Austin think will replace Gregg? What kind of impact does Austin think this will put on the team as they go into the World Cup 2026?
Keegan Bradley will be the youngest captain for the Ryder Cup
July 11, 2024

Keegan Bradley will be the youngest captain for the Ryder Cup

Shane Ryan, on how Keegan Bradley became up for consideration and why others weren’t. What does Shane think about Keegan Bradley being the Ryder Cup captain? There were no interviews done, which came as a surprise. Why wasn’t Phil Mickelson considered for this position? Is it because of LIV golf or is there another reason behind this? How important is home field advantage for the Ryder Cup? How does Shane think the Americans will do in this tournament? Will there be any lingering effects for Ror...
Where the USMNT failed in COPA America ahead of World Cup
July 10, 2024

Where the USMNT failed in COPA America ahead of World Cup

Will Palaszczuk of Charlotte FC discusses the shortcomings of the US Men's National Team in COPA America, and if there are changes that are needed for the USMNT. Plus, a preview of Columbia vs Uruguay in the semi-finals of COPA America in Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
Big 12 has more stability than the ACC right now
July 10, 2024

Big 12 has more stability than the ACC right now

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, discussed with Adam Gold Brett Yormark's comments about the Big 12, and how the Big 12 currently has more stability than the ACC, and how the Big 12 might be setting up their media rights for football to break away from the NCAA.
Martin Necas should stay with the Carolina Hurricanes
July 10, 2024

Martin Necas should stay with the Carolina Hurricanes

Adam Gold discusses the latest with Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas, and why Necas would be best served staying with the Hurricanes under head coach Rod Brind'Amour.
Here’s the new voice of the NC State Wolfpack
July 9, 2024

Here’s the new voice of the NC State Wolfpack

Matt Chazanow, new voice of the NC State Wolfpack, on his background and how he plans to fill some big shoes. What’s Matt’s philosophy on filling shoes and starting in a new role? What has been his approach he uses, which has helped in the evolution of his career? What’s Matt’s history with the state of NC and where is he originally from?
Could the NFL Sunday Ticket owe YOU money?
July 9, 2024

Could the NFL Sunday Ticket owe YOU money?

Andrew Brandt, Business of Sports Podcast, on the NFL Sunday Ticket now heading to court. “It might be a legal argument but maybe not a good common sense argument”. What’s going on with the NFL Sunday Ticket and how is it going to look different moving forward? Will something take its place? Adam says the general public always sides with management vs the athletes when it comes to THESE kinds of arguments, does Andrew agree and if so then why? The Carolina Panthers just got approval for stadium ...
This was a seismic shift from the way it’s typically done in golf
July 9, 2024

This was a seismic shift from the way it’s typically done in golf

Bob Harig, Sports Illustrated, on how Keegan Bradley become the US captain in golf and more. What are Bob’s thoughts on Keegan Bradley as the captain on the US side? Where is this change in the way things have been done in the past a good thing, and also a questionable way that may not turn out as well? Was Tiger Woods not titled this because of the commitment potentially being too much or something else? Where does Bob think all of this is a little odd? Is this the end of times for THESE big na...
Which direction is the ACC heading?
July 8, 2024

Which direction is the ACC heading?

Pat Forde, Sports Illustrated, on the ACC and where it’s going; plus a look into the US Olympic swim team since Pat was just in Cary observing them. Jim Phillips is great in THIS way, but will being that help the ACC in the long run? What’s the best strategic route for Jim Phillips to take, if there’s any answer for this? What would be the way out for Clemson and FSU, if there is a way out? What is the SEC and Big Ten NOT doing, which makes it even more questionable for FSU and Clemson?
Is Miles Bridges a core piece for the Hornets now?
July 8, 2024

Is Miles Bridges a core piece for the Hornets now?

Brian Geisinger, 24/7 Sports/Buzz Beat Podcast, on the Charlotte Hornets roster changes and taking a look into the US Men’s Olympic team. Which players does Brian title as “empty calorie players” last season and what does he anticipate for this upcoming season? The Hornets have let guys walk away without getting anything for them, but what have the Hornets changed in their game plans? What is Bronny James? Who does Brian think will be the leading scorer in the Olympics? Which two teams, outside ...
Why should we not be so pessimistic about the moves the Canes did, and did not, make?
July 8, 2024

Why should we not be so pessimistic about the moves the Canes did, and did not, make?

Cory Lavalette, North State Journal, gives his grades on how the Carolina Hurricanes did with players they lost and have left. Where does Cory think this roster is, now that we’re past the free agency period? How are fans looking at Jake Guentzel not coming back to the Canes and how SHOULD they be looking at this move? Where did Cory think the Canes did a good job in their roster? Who’s likely to go to arbitration, and what’s the plan if this happens? What’s the biggest question mark, still loom...
Will THIS add a little more spice to ACC football this upcoming season?
July 3, 2024

Will THIS add a little more spice to ACC football this upcoming season?

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, looks ahead to ACC football with the ACC Kick Off right around the corner. What will we be talking about when ACC Kick Off gets here? Which player is back in the ACC after feeling like he wasn’t being used correctly on the team? What does Rory McIlroy mean to golf and how does Chip think he’ll do in his next tournament, especially considering what was going on during the US Open?
Carolina Hurricane, Jordan Martinook #48, joins the show after signing his 3 yr contract!
July 3, 2024

Carolina Hurricane, Jordan Martinook #48, joins the show after signing his 3 yr contract!

Jordan Martinook, Carolina Hurricane #48, on staying with a Carolina Hurricanes and what’s it’s like being a player during this time of the year. What was the month like after the playoff run for him when he was waiting to see if the Canes would ask him to stay? What was it like seeing a lot of his friends go to other teams? Jordan also talks about being a dog owner of this breed, which some can probably relate. Did Jordan build a home in Raleigh or back home in Edmonton? Has Jordan talked to Ma...
What is Bronny James going to HAVE to do to get out of his father’s shadow?
July 3, 2024

What is Bronny James going to HAVE to do to get out of his father’s shadow?

Brenden Whitted, HU Bison Express, on Bronny James “earning” his spot with the Lakers and the WNBA rivalry coming together for the All-Star game. What do Brenden and Adam disagree about when it comes to Bronny James being drafted to the LA Lakers? Why was Brenden surprised that Bronny went as low as he did? How is Bronny James going to deal with all of the extra pressure and spotlight on him? Klay Thompson is in Dallas now, so how does Brenden see this playing out? What does Brenden think is a f...