Episodes

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Tennessee's win over UNC, 5 where The Talent Reside, the TLS signing and more. The Sports Shop will be starting a new segment called, "5 Where The Talent Reside". What is it about? The Sports Shop Radio Team also recently signed with TLS Agency. For more information visit: https://www.urbaninsite.com/news/tls-agency-signs-the-sports-shop-radio-team/ In a stunning upset to open their 2025 season, the University of Tennessee women’s soccer team defeated the top-r...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex and what they are doing this weekend. The Sports Shop interviewed North Carolina Tar Heel football players Benjamin Hall and Jordan Shipp early this morning about a back to school drive they are involved in. The event is at Lion's Park in Durham on Monday, August 18, from 4-8pm at the Community Family Life and Recreation Center. There will be free haircuts, fully-stocked backpacks and much more. The Sports Shop Radio Team recently signed with TLS Agency. For more info...

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Joel Bryant. Joel Bryant is a senior editor for HighSchoolOT. Bryant joins the Sports Shop to discuss tonight's Southeast Raleigh High School Bulldog Bash and college football in North Carolina. The Southeast Raleigh Bulldog Bash, powered by HighSchoolOT, is set to take place tonight, Friday, August 15, 2025, at Southeast Raleigh High School. This preseason football jamboree will feature eight high school teams: Southeast Raleigh (the host), Knightdale, Sanderson...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss how Shedeur Sanders' injury affects the Browns. Cleveland Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders suffered an oblique strain during joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles just days ago. Sanders is officially listed as day-to-day, and he has been ruled out for today's practice. He is also considered unlikely to play in tomorrow's preseason game against the Eagles. What did Jalen Hurts say to Sanders? Will Dillon Gabriel play tonight? How good is Dillon Gabriel? Is...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss signing with TLS Agency and NFL preseason football. The Sports Shop Radio Team recently signed with TLS Agency. For more information visit: https://www.urbaninsite.com/news/tls-agency-signs-the-sports-shop-radio-team/ There are two NFL preseason games tonight. The Tennessee Titans will play the Atlanta Falcons at 7:00 p.m. ET and the Kansas City Chiefs will play the Seattle Seahawks at 10:00 p.m. ET. Will you be watching?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Will Abeles. Will Abeles is a comedian performing tonight, August 14, 2025, at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh, NC (Room 861). Show starts at 7:30 PM. He also performs tomorrow night, August 15, at Local 506 at 8 PM.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Deborah Stroman. Dr. Stroman discusses if sports and politics should be separated.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Tom Dundon buying the Portland Trail Blazers. Tom Dundon, owner of the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes, has reached a tentative agreement to purchase the Portland Trail Blazers from the estate of the late Paul Allen. The reported deal is valued at around $4B and includes additional investors such as Sheel Tyle, a Portland-based entrepreneur, and Marc Zahr, co-president of Blue Owl Capital. Dundon confirmed the agreement to the Associated Press, and the deal now await...

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Jatovi McDuffie. McDuffie joins the Sports Shop to discuss the Defending Durham Community Fundraiser on October 19. For more information visit: https://defendingdurham.org/

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Shedeur Sanders getting hurt at practice yesterday. Cleveland Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders suffered an oblique strain during joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles. This injury occurred early in the session while he was throwing, prompting his removal from the rest of practice. Sanders is officially listed as day-to-day, and he has been ruled out for today's practice. He is also considered unlikely to play in Saturday’s preseason game against the Eagles. Hi...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Travis Kelce's comments about his production slippinh. Travis Kelce is one of the greatest tight ends in NFL History. Kelce suggested that during his relationship with Taylor Swift, his on field performance took a hit. Has Kelce slowed down? Can Kelce still play at a high level? Reese is excited about Taylor Swift’s new album. Why? Is Reese really a Swiftie? Developer Kevin J. Hayes Sr. and broker Tomoko Matsumoto have filed a lawsuit in Hawaii Circuit Court ...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Alabama announcing Ty Simpson as their starting quarterback. The Alabama Crimson Tide has officially named Ty Simpson as the starting quarterback for the 2025 season. The announcement was made on August 11, 2025, confirming reports that had circulated earlier in the week. Simpson, a redshirt junior and former five-star recruit, secured the position after competing with sophomore Austin Mack and freshman Keelon Russell. He previously served as the backup to Jalen...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss who deserves a statue but doesn’t have one yet, NFL preseason football, Shedeur Sanders, Aaron Rodgers and more. Tom Brady was honored with a statue outside Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The 12-foot-tall bronze sculpture was unveiled on August 8, 2025, prior to a preseason game between the New England Patriots and the Washington Commanders. This tribute marks the first time the Patriots have erected a statue for any player. This statue serves as a pe...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Denzel Washington calling out Jerry Jones. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains deeply involved in the Cowboys' operations, fiercely controlling both football and business decisions. His reluctance to compromise with Micah Parsons, cautious spending approach, and long playoff drought have stirred widespread fan outrage. Public figures and media alike are now weighing in. Former Cowboys like Michael Irvin and even Cowboy fans like the legendary actor Denzel Washin...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss some CBS Sports football rankings and the AP Top 25 College Football Poll. The CBS Sports article titled, “From ‘tempting’ to ‘ghastly,’ one word to describe 40 notable quarterbacks from Week 1 of the 2025 NFL preseason” provides a quick-hit breakdown of quarterback performances using a single word to sum up each player’s showing. The article highlights a mix of veteran polish, rookie promise, and early warning signs as preseason evaluations begin. Some players...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Ken Blocker. Blocker joins the Sports Shop to discuss the Bull City Classic Jamboree in Durham, NC. To get tickets visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bull-city-jamboree-tickets-1505735729099?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Or if you cannot attend, you can watch and stay updated: https://www.1standgoal365.com/

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if they have ever left someone important out of a thank-you speech.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss our Nate McMillan interview from last week. A week ago today, the Sports Shop had Los Angeles Lakers lead assistant coach Nate McMillan in studio. How has the interview gained traction?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss CBS Sports' rookie QB rankings from Week 1 of the preseason. CBS Sports ranked the performance of NFL rookie quarterbacks from Week 1 of the preseason. Over 12 quarterbacks were selected at the 2025 NFL Draft. While all eyes are specifically fixated on guys like Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart and Shedeur Sanders, the preseason allows us to see a bunch of them in action. Over the first weekend of preseason action, several rookies suited up for their respective teams. What QB i...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Travis Hunter's preseason debut and A’ja Wilson's historic achievement. Travis Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick, made an unprecedented two-way appearance in the Jaguars' preseason opener against Pittsburgh the Steelers. He took the field on offense as a wide receiver and on defense as a cornerback. In his NFL preseason debut, Hunter logged 10 offensive snaps, caught 2 passes for 9 yards, and executed solid route-running and decision-making on option routes. On de...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Cam Ward's preseason debut. No. 1 overall pick, Cam Ward made his preseason debut for the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played for two series, finishing 5 of 8 for 67 yards, and orchestrated an 11-play, 65-yard drive that ended in a touchdown. Head coach Brian Callahan called the performance “encouraging,” adding that Ward “did what we would hope he would do in his first action”—noting he still “hasn’t arrived yet.” Ca...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Bill Belichick, the UNC Football program and Shedeur Sanders. UNC officially ushered in a new chapter by hiring legendary coach Bill Belichick in December 2024. He replaces Mack Brown, who was fired after the 2024 season. Belichick is emphasizing a leadership culture—with developing leaders emerging organically within the team. Belichick’s roster changes—with many young players and transfers—plus favorable ACC scheduling, could position UNC as a surprise ACC co...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss preseason debuts of Shedeur Sanders and Bryce Young. Kmac is back! Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns' fifth-round pick, made a significant impact in his NFL preseason debut. Sanders completed 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns, helping lead the team to a 30–10 win over the Carolina Panthers. Head coach Kevin Stefanski acknowledged room for improvement but praised the overall operation, saying Sanders showed he belongs in serious quarterback co...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Shedeur Sanders' preseason debut. Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns' fifth-round pick, made a significant impact in his NFL preseason debut. Sanders completed 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns, helping lead the team to a 30–10 win over the Carolina Panthers. Head coach Kevin Stefanski acknowledged room for improvement but praised the overall operation, saying Sanders showed he belongs in serious quarterback conversations. After the game, Sanders w...