Episodes

Duke and UNC tip off their NCAA Tournaments today; LeBron not interested in ownership
March 19, 2026

Duke and UNC tip off their NCAA Tournaments today; LeBron not interested in ownership

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview Duke and UNC basketball's first round games in the NCAA Tournament- how far can each team go in the big dance? Also, they react to LeBron James downplaying interest in owning an NBA expansion ...
Seven combined 3rd period goals lead to Carolina Hurricanes win; Carolina Panthers signing known names
March 19, 2026

Seven combined 3rd period goals lead to Carolina Hurricanes win; Carolina Panthers signing known names

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' wild 6-5 overtime win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. How did the Canes manage to come out on top after a chaotic 3rd period? Also, they discuss the Carolina Panthers sign...
Carolina Hurricanes need to shake off ugly loss in Columbus; Charlotte Hornets stay alive in Southeast
March 18, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes need to shake off ugly loss in Columbus; Charlotte Hornets stay alive in Southeast

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they discuss the need to bounce back quickly tonight at home against Pittsburgh. They also recap the Charlotte Hornets' big wi...
NC State's basketball season ends in the First Four against Texas
March 18, 2026

NC State's basketball season ends in the First Four against Texas

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap NC State basketball's 68-66 loss to Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Why did the Wolfpack's comeback effort fall just short? And how will coach Will Wade approach next season with...
Carolina Hurricanes headed to Columbus tonight; Is Cameron Boozer somehow underrated?
March 17, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes headed to Columbus tonight; Is Cameron Boozer somehow underrated?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchups with the Blue Jackets and Penguins, and what the Canes can accomplish in their final 16 regular season games. Also, they react to Duke's Cameron Booz...
NC State basketball needs experience to shine tonight; Taking a first look around the bracket
March 17, 2026

NC State basketball needs experience to shine tonight; Taking a first look around the bracket

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview NC State basketball's rematch with Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Can the Wolfpack's experience help them get revenge on the Longhorns? Also, they discuss some of the most int...
Carolina Hurricanes win in Brind'Amour's 600th game as coach; NBA expansion is coming
March 16, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes win in Brind'Amour's 600th game as coach; NBA expansion is coming

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night, in which Rod Brind'Amour coached his 600th game for the team. Also, they discuss the upcoming vote on the NBA pot...
NC State heads to the First Four in Dayton; Duke is #1 overall and UNC faces VCU in Greenville
March 16, 2026

NC State heads to the First Four in Dayton; Duke is #1 overall and UNC faces VCU in Greenville

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the bracket reveal for the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Did NC State get what it deserved as an 11 seed playing in Dayton? Can Duke get through a tough region as the top overall see...
Will Wade shuts down LSU rumors after NC State loss; Kyler Murray signs with Minnesota
March 13, 2026

Will Wade shuts down LSU rumors after NC State loss; Kyler Murray signs with Minnesota

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball's standing in the projected NCAA Tournament field after their loss to Virginia, as well as Will Wade shutting down rumors of his return to LSU. They also react to Kyler Mur...
Duke survives while UNC is eliminated from ACC Tournament; Carolina Hurricanes suffer bad puck luck
March 13, 2026

Duke survives while UNC is eliminated from ACC Tournament; Carolina Hurricanes suffer bad puck luck

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap quarterfinal action from the ACC men's basketball tournament in Charlotte, where UNC's comeback fell short against Clemson, and Duke survived a scare from Florida State. Also, they discuss the C...
Carolina Hurricanes need to return to defensive identity tonight; The Players tees off
March 12, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes need to return to defensive identity tonight; The Players tees off

Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes taking on the St. Louis Blues at the Lenovo Center. Can Brandon Bussi and the Canes shut down St. Louis and return to their defensive identity? Also, he discusses The Players Tournam...
NC State keeps tournament hopes alive with win against Pitt; Carolina Panthers sign John Metchie
March 12, 2026

NC State keeps tournament hopes alive with win against Pitt; Carolina Panthers sign John Metchie

Max Goren recaps NC State basketball's 98-88 win over Pittsburgh in the second round of the ACC Tournament. Has the Wolfpack done enough to secure an NCAA Tournament bid? Also, he discusses the Carolina Panthers agreeing to t...
NC State basketball needs a win in Charlotte; Maxx Crosby to Baltimore trade is off
March 11, 2026

NC State basketball needs a win in Charlotte; Maxx Crosby to Baltimore trade is off

Max Goren welcomes in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State basketball on a Wolfpack Wednesday. How much does the Pack need at least one win in the ACC Tournament to bolster their at-large case? Also, he ...
Carolina Hurricanes and Charlotte Hornets both grind out resilient wins
March 11, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes and Charlotte Hornets both grind out resilient wins

Max Goren recaps the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-4 shootout win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite a late blown lead, the Canes did get the win and avoid disaster. Also, he discusses the Charlotte Hornets' 19-point comeback win...
Carolina Hurricanes return for first home game of March; ACC Tournament picks and preview
March 10, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes return for first home game of March; ACC Tournament picks and preview

Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins, which is the first of three against Pittsburgh over the next 12 days. Also, he discusses the ACC Tournament tipping off in Charlotte, and gives...
Carolina Panthers make big moves on day one of NFL free agency negotiations
March 10, 2026

Carolina Panthers make big moves on day one of NFL free agency negotiations

Max Goren recaps the free agent frenzy in the NFL, with key players from all over the league moving to new teams on day one of legal tampering. Also, he brings in Tim Donnelly, host of The Drive on 99.9 The Fan, to break down...
Did the Carolina Hurricanes need to make a move at the trade deadline? NFL free agency begins today
March 9, 2026

Did the Carolina Hurricanes need to make a move at the trade deadline? NFL free agency begins today

Max Goren welcomes in 99.9 The Fan's Adam Gold to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes not making a big move at the NHL trade deadline, and what that could mean for their outlook the rest of this season. Also, he discusses the lat...
Duke, UNC and NC State basketball wrap up regular season; Queens and High Point are dancing
March 9, 2026

Duke, UNC and NC State basketball wrap up regular season; Queens and High Point are dancing

Max Goren recaps a loaded weekend of college basketball, which included Duke getting revenge on UNC, and NC State dropping their fourth consecutive game to finish the regular season. Also, he gets into some low-major teams in...
Duke-UNC basketball part two in Durham on Saturday
March 6, 2026

Duke-UNC basketball part two in Durham on Saturday

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to preview the rematch between Duke and UNC basketball. Will we see the return of Caleb Wilson? What does this game mean with a potential third matchup loomi...
Will the Carolina Hurricanes make a trade today? NC State basketball needs a win over Stanford
March 6, 2026

Will the Carolina Hurricanes make a trade today? NC State basketball needs a win over Stanford

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the NHL trade deadline, and whether or not Carolina Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky will make a move before 3pm today. Also, they preview NC State basketball's regular-season finale against Stanford...
Who could make an upset run in the ACC Tournament? NFL teams seeking veteran QBs
March 5, 2026

Who could make an upset run in the ACC Tournament? NFL teams seeking veteran QBs

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss which teams could make a run in the ACC Tournament, now that there is some more clarity on who will finish where in the standings. Also, they touch on the demand for certain veteran quarterbac...
Nikolaj Ehlers earns his second hat trick as a Carolina Hurricane; Charlotte Hornets rout Boston
March 5, 2026

Nikolaj Ehlers earns his second hat trick as a Carolina Hurricane; Charlotte Hornets rout Boston

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-4 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Will the Canes bolster their roster at the trade deadline? Also, they discuss the Charlotte Hornets winning yet another game by 15+ p...
Can NC State basketball get right before the ACC tournament? Charlotte Hornets get to .500
March 4, 2026

Can NC State basketball get right before the ACC tournament? Charlotte Hornets get to .500

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss how NC State basketball can finish strong against Stanford on Saturday. Also, they recap yet another Charlotte Hornets win- now that they'v...
UNC basketball wins on senior night to finish 18-0 at home; Carolina Hurricanes head to Vancouver
March 4, 2026

UNC basketball wins on senior night to finish 18-0 at home; Carolina Hurricanes head to Vancouver

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap UNC basketball's 67-63 win over Clemson to finish the season undefeated at the Smith Center. They also discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' current road trip, and the latest buzz around potential tr...