Episodes

Jan. 14, 2026

Carolina Panthers pick up Bryce Young's fifth-year option

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Carolina Panthers' GM Dan Morgan announcing that the team is picking up quarterback Bryce Young's fifth-year option. Has Young earned the right to be Carolina's franchise QB? How can Morgan best continue to build the roster around him?
Jan. 14, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes get shut out for first time this season; NC State football gets two UNC transfers

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-0 loss at the hands of the St. Louis Blues- after one of the worst performances of the season, how do the Canes bounce back at home against Florida on Friday? Also, they welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to summarize NC State football's transfer portal gets as the window closes, and to touch on the basketball team's NCAA tournament hopes midway through the season.
Jan. 13, 2026

NFL Playoffs: Texans Advance, Paul’s Teams Survive + Celtics' Joe Mazzulla Has A Couple Words For The Media

Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson discuss the latest NFL playoff results, which of Paul's teams are still alive and the controversial ending to last night’s Celtics game. We’re down to 8 teams remaining in the NFL playoffs! Last night, the Houston Texan’s defense stifled Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steeleers and Aaron Rodgers en route to a 30-6 blowout victory. With the win, Houston advances to play New England on Sunday afternoon in the divisional round at Gillette Stadium. How does the field ...
Jan. 13, 2026

Are The Carolina Hurricanes Playing Reverse Uno? + WRAL's Brian Murphy Talks Transfer Portal

Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson discuss the Carolina Hurricanes and they speak with WRAL Sports Reporter Brian Murphy about the transfer portal. The Carolina Hurricanes are currently near the top of the Metropolitan Division, making them a legitimate contender this season. The Canes also suffered a 4-3 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings last night, showing that consistency is still a work in progress. What's the latest with the Canes? Brian Murphy joins Next Up to discuss the latest on the tr...
Jan. 12, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes hunting for fifth straight win tonight; Headband Darrion Williams has arrived

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes taking on the Detroit Red Wings in the first game of a road back-to-back. Also, they recap the weekend that was in Triangle college basketball, which included a huge blowout win for NC State over Florida State.
Jan. 12, 2026

Carolina Panthers' season ends in thrilling Wild Card loss; Elite QBs shine in Wild Card weekend

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 34-31 loss to the LA Rams in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. Despite the loss, there are a lot of positive takeaways for Carolina, and Panther fans have many reasons to be optimistic moving forward. Also, they break down the full, exciting weekend of playoff games where quarterbacks like Josh Allen and Drake Maye led their teams to victory.
Jan. 9, 2026

Carolina Panthers should make early statement against Rams; Previewing a busy Saturday in hoops

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Panthers' Wild Card home game against the LA Rams, giving their keys to Carolina proving it belongs and keeping its season alive. Also, they look ahead to Saturday's games for NC State, Duke and UNC basketball, and finish reacting to the latest news regarding a potential Jesperi Kotkaniemi trade.
Jan. 9, 2026

Andersen picks up much-needed win for Carolina Hurricanes; Miami will play for the national title

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' third straight win, a 5-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks in which Freddie Andersen picked up his first win since November 6th. Also, they break down Miami's Fiesta Bowl victory over Ole Miss, which puts an ACC team in the national championship game.
Jan. 8, 2026

UNC encouraging QB competition in 2026; Ole Miss faces Miami in CFP semifinal

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley, host and editor for Inside Carolina, to break down the latest updates on UNC's football roster in the transfer portal and the basketball team coming off of a loss at SMU. Also, they discuss tonight's College Football Playoff semifinal between Ole Miss and Miami.
Jan. 8, 2026

Do any Carolina Panthers have the clutch gene? Carolina Hurricanes host ice-cold Ducks

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' mindset heading into their Wild Card playoff matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, and whether they have anyone that possesses the valuable "clutch gene." Also, they preview the Carolina Hurricanes hosting an up-and-coming Anaheim Ducks team at the Lenovo Center.
Jan. 7, 2026

Darrion Williams re-emerges for NC State; Ravens fire John Harbaugh

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to break down the latest on all things NC State on a Wolfpack Wednesday. Also, they discuss the Baltimore Ravens firing coach John Harbaugh, and whether or not they can successfully replace their all-time winningest coach.
Jan. 7, 2026

Seth Jarvis returns as Carolina Hurricanes surge past Stars; Carolina Panthers getting reinforcements up front?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars- Seth Jarvis returned to the lineup and scored, and Canes fans got catharsis in the return of Mikko Rantanen. Also, they discuss the possible return of Robert Hunt for the Carolina Panthers in their Wild Card matchup with the Rams.
Jan. 6, 2026

Mikko Rantanen returns to face Carolina Hurricanes tonight; NC State must stack ACC wins now

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Dallas Stars, which includes Mikko Rantanen's return to Raleigh. How will each team handle the emotions of his return? Also, they touch on NC State vs. Boston College and Duke vs. Louisville.
Jan. 6, 2026

Carolina Panthers have nothing to lose in playoffs; Transfer portal continues to churn

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers, and their preparation for the team's first playoff game in eight seasons. Will Carolina come out with reckless abandon like Leroy Jenkins? Also, they provide the latest updates on the transfer portal in college football.
Jan. 5, 2026

Luke Hughes helps Carolina Hurricanes snap three-game skid; Transfer portal is open in college football

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-1 road win over the New Jersey Devils, snapping a three-game losing skid. Also, they go over the latest updates from the first 48 hours of the transfer portal in college football.
Jan. 5, 2026

The Carolina Panthers are in the NFL Playoffs

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers qualifying for their first playoff berth in eight seasons, by way of the Falcons defeating the Saints in the final week of the regular season. Can Carolina rise to the opportunity, or are they here too early? Also, they break down the full NFL playoff picture, and give their predictions on who will make it to the Super Bowl.
Jan. 2, 2026

Will CJ Bailey return to NC State in 2026?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to catch up on NC State football's transfer portal situation, as well as the basketball team's status as ACC play begins in earnest. Also, Trinidad Chambliss leading Ole Miss over Georgia as one of many CFP upsets earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.
Jan. 2, 2026

Defensive woes continue for Carolina Hurricanes; Can the Carolina Panthers rise to the playoff occasion?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap another game of defensive issues for the Carolina Hurricanes, resulting in a 7-5 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Also, they discuss the task at hand for the Carolina Panthers, as they look to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2017 season.
Dec. 30, 2025

Atlanta gives the Carolina Panthers a holiday gift; Is the ACC back?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists, including Torry Holt and Luke Kuechly, before diving into the Carolina Panthers. After the Falcons gifted the Panthers somewhat of an insurance policy, which Carolina team will we see on Saturday? Also, Jackson Blake's first career OT winner for the Carolina Hurricanes earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. We finish 2025 by posing the question: is ACC basketball back?
Dec. 30, 2025

Battered Carolina Hurricanes defeat Rangers in OT; Tiger Woods turns 50

To kick off the final show of 2025, Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the injured Carolina Hurricanes' 3-2 overtime win over the New York Rangers. Also, they discuss the potential of a Tiger Woods comeback on his 50th birthday.
Dec. 29, 2025

Carolina Hurricanes drop the puck on five games in seven nights tonight

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchup with the New York Rangers, one of the best road teams in the NHL, as part of a crucial stretch of games. Also, Derrick Henry's monster game in Green Bay earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.
Dec. 29, 2025

Carolina Panthers' loss sets up decisive week 18 showdown; ACC treading water in bowl season

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' week 17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, in which the offense was stymied and execution errors cost Carolina dearly. Also, they take a look around the ACC at the unofficial midway point of bowl season.
Dec. 19, 2025

Which Carolina Panthers team will we see on Sunday?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers- which Panthers team will we see on Sunday? The one that beat the Packers and the Rams, or the one that lost to the Saints twice? Also, another ludicrous game from Luka Doncic earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night. Programming note: due to the holidays, our next show will be on Friday, December 26.
Dec. 19, 2025

NC State faces Memphis in the Gasparilla Bowl; Carolina Hurricanes take win streak to the Sunshine State

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview a day full of college football action, including NC State facing Memphis in the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl, and Alabama heading to Oklahoma for the first round of the CFP. Also, they look ahead to the Carolina Hurricanes' back-to-back in Florida against the Panthers and Lightning.