Episodes

Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson discuss the Soundbite of the Week and speak with both Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina and Joel Bryant of HighSchoolOT. Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina joins Next Up to discuss UNC football. Bill Belichick will make his highly anticipated debut as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels on Monday, September 1, 2025, when UNC hosts TCU at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill. Excitement is building around Belichick’s first college coaching season, with tickets already sold...

Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson discuss NC State's win and the performance of Darian Mensah and the Blue Devils. The NC State Wolfpack defeated ECU last night. NC State led 17-0 in the 1st half, but needed a 4th-down stop in the final minute to preserve its 24-17 victory over East Carolina. Last night's game ended without incident, a stark contrast to the previous meeting between the two programs in the 2024 Military Bowl—won by ECU—which was spoiled by a late-game brawl. What three things did Pau...

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Patrick Johnson, host of the Patrick Johnson Show on 94.3 The Game in Greenville, to get an ECU perspective ahead of tonight's season opener between the Pirates and the NC State Wolfpack. Also, they discuss Deion Sanders' thoughts on how revenue share should be distributed based on team success. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers trading away wide receiver Adam Thielen, and wonder how his role will be replaced based on the reactions from his coaches and teammates. Also, they react to Manny Diaz feeling like Duke football has been disrespected heading into the college football season. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, to preview NC State vs. ECU, one day ahead of the Wolfpack and Pirates kicking off their seasons at Carter-Finley Stadium. Also, they react to the live, breaking news of Adam Thielen being traded from the Carolina Panthers to the Minnesota Vikings. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers' roster cuts, including wide receiver Hunter Renfrow, kicker Matthew Wright and defensive tackle Shy Tuttle. Also, they discuss what it would take for Bryce Young to reach the upper echelon of NFL quarterbacks next to Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow and Patrick Mahomes. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'amour's latest interview with Adam Gold, in which he expressed opposition to playing Seth Jarvis at center. Also, they touch on the biggest MLB storylines as the baseball regular season reaches its home stretch. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren break down the tough decisions the Carolina Panthers will have to make on roster cut down day, as well as the buzz around a possible Adam Thielen trade. Also, they discuss the contracts handed out to Terry McLaurin and Trey Hendrickson, ending two high-profile hold-ins. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in JT Crabtree, the voice of South Alabama football, to give the lowdown on UNC's new presumptive starting quarterback, Gio Lopez. Also, Tyson Bagent provides some wise perspective in this week's Sound Bite of the Week. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' winless preseason after a 19-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Is there cause for concern after the team struggled to score, or is there no reason to worry due to limited action for the starters? Also, they preview the first game of the college football season: Farmageddon between Iowa State and Kansas State. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State and UNC football, with just one week remaining before college football kicks off in the Triangle. Also, they react to the College Football Playoff changing the way they evaluate team resumes. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss which Carolina Panthers could secure a spot for themselves on the opening day roster with their performances in tonight's final preseason game against the Steelers. Also, they react to betting odds regarding where MLB will put its next expansion team. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, to discuss NC State football naming its captains ahead of the season opener against ECU. Also, they break down MLB's plan for the future of the league's streaming rights. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss recent claims from Virginia Tech's athletic department that they need north of an additional $50 million to compete in college football. Also, they touch on a scuffle from Carolina Panthers training camp. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss quotes from Manny Diaz, Duke football head coach, who shared his thoughts on the future of college football and the playoff on the Adam Gold Show. Also, they react to news about MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, and consider what must happen for a potential expansion team to land in Raleigh. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' preparation in the final week of the NFL preseason, and how the team is showing confidence despite previous preseason performances. Also, they touch on the throwback SportsCenter show hosted by Rich Eisen, and debate whether ESPN should go back to some of their old ways. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the latest College Football Playoff expansion proposal from the Big Ten, which would see 24 or 28 teams make the field. Also, they try to come up with a fitting nickname for Scottie Scheffler after he won yet another golf tournament. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 20-3 loss to the Houston Texans in their second preseason game of 2025. They also react to the recent CFP expansion proposal from the Big Ten, which could see the playoff field taking 24 or 28 teams. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in High School OT Senior Editor Joel Bryant to discuss tonight's High School OT Bulldog Bash, the latest of the high school football jamborees in the Triangle. Also, NIU football Head Coach Thomas Hammock's musings on NIL and college life lessons provide our Sound Bite of the Week. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' final preparations as they head into their second preseason game against the Houston Texans. Also, they touch on the new NBA broadcast environment after the league's full schedule was released yesterday. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren are joined by Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley for the latest updates out of UNC football training camp. Also, they discuss when the first losses may come for Duke and NC State this fall. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Tom Dundon's purchase of the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers, and how it could affect the chances of the Carolina Hurricanes' owner brining a baseball team to Raleigh. Also, they assert that last year's Chuba Hubbard extension with the Carolina Panthers could be the team's best move yet. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren are joined by Coastal Plain League Commissioner Chip Allen to wrap up the CPL season and discuss where the league is headed moving forward. Also, they touch on the Venmo drama surrounding Oklahoma QB John Mateer, and dish out some advice to avoid getting caught in a similar scenario. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' roster depth as they continue to prepare for the regular season, specifically when it comes to some positions of need on defense. Also, they ponder whether a college football version of NFL RedZone could be coming soon, thanks to recent media rights deals. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.