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NWS Hour 2: Nick Carboni Interview, What Ian Thomas Contract Really Means & Solving FNZ Dating Issues

February 28, 2022 19:59 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

To talk about the weekend that was in Charlotte sports, Nick Carboni from WCNC stops by as we talk Panthers, Hornets & Charlotte FC. Nick tells you what the Ian Thomas contract really means for the Panthers, before Nick offers a solution to the dating issues that exist at the station  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4 - Dan Favale Interview, Debunking QB Comps & Watcha Burning On

February 28, 2022 19:57 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

NBA writer for Bleacher Report Dan Favale joins to talk Hornets and other NBA topics. Nick & Fitty have fun debunking QB comparisons for future NFL QB's before they tell you what they are burning on.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Trevor Sikkema on Storylines Around NFL Draft Scouting Combine

February 28, 2022 19:57 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

Trevor Sikkema joins the show, to t talk about all the major storylines around the upcoming NFL Draft Scouting Combine this weekend, and how this weekend will play a role in what the Panthers will eventually do with their sixth pick in the Draft.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Dan Favale on Hornets & Other NBA Topics

February 28, 2022 19:57 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

NBA writer for the Bleacher Report, Dan Favale joins the show to talk about his one word to describe the Hornets so far this season, the direction of the franchise moving forward, and other NBA topics.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Nick Caroboni on All Charlotte Pro Teams

February 28, 2022 19:51 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Sports director for WCNC in Charlotte, Nick Carboni joins the show, to talk about the latest with the Panthers ahead of the NFL Draft Scouting Combine. He talks about the Hornets return to action over the weekend, and in the first match for Charlotte FC  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Trevor Sikkema Interview, Hornets Consistency Issues & Run Down

February 28, 2022 19:16 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Ahead of the NFL Draft Scouting Combine, Trevor Sikkema joins to talk all the major storylines. Nick tells you why the Hornets are talented but aren't as good as they should be before the guys react to the best sounds from sports in the Run Down.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Hornets Split Over the Weekend, ACC Hoops Roundup & Monday Overreactions

February 28, 2022 16:24 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

To start today's show, Nick talks about last night's disappointing loss for the Hornets to the Pistons. He goes around the ACC, to talk about the wins for Duke & UNC over the weekend, before he & Fitty debate the hottest sports takes during Monday Overreactions   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Ian Thomas Contract Cont, Hornets Final 22 Games & Bequeathal

February 25, 2022 19:17 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In the final hour of the show, Nick tells you what Ian Thomas will have to do to warrant his new contract. We get back into the Hornets expectations over the final 22 games before we grade the Hacksong & award the best moment of the show  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Ian Thomas Gets Extended, Joe Ovies Interview & ACC Hoops Weekend

February 25, 2022 18:28 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

In the second hour, Nick tells you why he isn't a fan of the contract extension for Ian Thomas. Joe Ovies joins the show to talk about the state of both NC State football & basketball, before Nick & Fitty take a look at the slate of games this weekend in the ACC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Dominant Team in Charlotte? Rod Boone Interview & Gold Brick Ceremony

February 25, 2022 18:28 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Nick takes a look at all 3 pro teams in Charlotte, and wonders which is best set up to win the most this decade. Rod Boone from the Charlotte Observer joins to talk Hornets & Nick and Fitty host the Gold Brick Ceremony  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Rod Boone - On Second Half of 2021-22 Season

February 25, 2022 18:28 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

Hornets beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, Rod Boone joins the show to talk about all the storylines around the team, as they return to action tonight coming off the All-Star break.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Joe Ovies: State of Wolfpack Athletics

February 25, 2022 18:28 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Host from 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, Joe Ovies joins the show, to discuss the state of NC State basketball following the disappointing loss on Wednesday to Boston College, & the future for NC State football  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Hornets/Raptors Scene Set, Leadership from LaMelo & Carolina Hooliganz Interview

February 25, 2022 16:07 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

Nick sets the scene for tonight's Hornets/Raptors game in Spectrum Center. He tells you why the team will need more leadership from LaMelo Ball over the final 22 games of the season before Patrick Aquino from the Charlotte FC support group Carolina Hooliganz joins the show  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Fixing Sports Cont, Sean Gartley Interview, Watcha Burning On

February 24, 2022 19:40 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

In the final hour of the show, Nick continues on telling you what changes he'd make to sports, Sean Gartley from the Charlotte FC fan club Uptown Ultras joins again before the inaugural match this weekend, before the guys tell you what they are burning on.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Deshaun Watson Convo Cont., Fixing Sports & Run Down

February 24, 2022 18:08 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

Nick continues on with the Deshaun Watson conversation following yesterday's reports about the Texans QB. He & Fitty give their one fix to all different sports, before they react to the best sound from sports in the Run Down   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Flag Setting Charlotte HC's, Brendan Marks Interview & Radio Tinder

February 24, 2022 17:10 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

It was a fun second hour as Nick gave his race flags for all the head coaches in Charlotte area sports. Brendan Marks joins to talk the latest with Duke/UNC basketball before Nick & Fitty swipe left or right on topics during Radio Tinder  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Brendan Marks: Latest on Duke/UNC Hoops

February 24, 2022 17:09 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

Duke/UNC basketball reporter for The Athletic joins the show to talk about the latest with the Blue Devils and the Tar Heels, as both teams are gearing up for both the ACC Tournament and the NCAA Tournament  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Deshaun Watson Saga, ACC Hoops Recap & Ron Hughley Interview

February 24, 2022 16:25 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Nick starts today's show responding to more reports regarding the ongoing Deshaun Watson saga, as it  was reported that Carolina was willing to trade for the QB. He recaps the night in ACC hoops, before Ron Hughley joins for more on the Watson situation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Ron Hughley: On the Latest With the Deshaun Watson Saga

February 24, 2022 16:25 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MB

Host on 610 in Houston, Ron Hughley joins the show to talk about the latest regarding the Deshaun Watson saga, after more reports surfaced yesterday that the Panthers were interested in trading for Watson despite his off the field issues  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: QB Big Board, Watcha Burning On & James Borrego Interview

February 23, 2022 19:35 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MB

In the final hour, Nick updates his QB big board with the possibility of Kirk Cousins being a Panther. The guys do an early edition of Watcha Burning On before Hornets HC James Borrego joins for his weekly visit.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Pressure for the Hornets, Darin Gantt Interview & Run Down

February 23, 2022 19:35 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Nick gets back into whether or not James Borrego or Mitch Kupchak should be under pressure the rest of the season. Darin Gantt joins the show to talk about the ongoing QB palooza for the team before Nick & Fitty react to the best sound during the Run Down.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Darin Gantt: On Panthers QB Palooza

February 23, 2022 19:35 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

Panthers.com writer, Darin Gantt joins the show to talk about the Panthers QB palooza as the off-season starts to heat up. He tells you the chances Sam Darnold will start in 2022, and who the next Panther we could see inducted into the Hall of Fame.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - James Borrego: On Second Half of 2021-22 Season

February 23, 2022 19:35 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MB

Hornets HC James Borrego joins for his weekly spot, to talk about what he's over the All-Star break, LaMelo's experience at the All-Star Game, the health of his team & more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Improving the NBA, MLB CBA/CFB Expansion & Charming or Chach

February 23, 2022 17:26 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MB

We take a look at a certain NBA GM's ideas to improve the NBA product, as Nick disagrees with some of his proposals. Nick tells you why the MLB lockout & the CFB expansion failures are the same thing before the guys have fun during Charming or Chach.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: QB Expectations & Joe Marino Interview

February 23, 2022 16:18 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Nick starts today's show telling what the reasonable expectations should be for the Panthers in terms of upgrading the QB position this off-season. Joe Marino joins to talk about the QB market for Carolina in the draft, and free agency & more draft-related nuggets  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Joe Marino: On Panthers QB Options in Draft & Free Agency

February 23, 2022 16:18 - 10 minutes - 9.22 MB

The Draft Network senior analyst Joe Marino joins the show to tell you what current backup QB the Panthers should consider bringing in. He tells you why no QB prospect will be better than Teddy Bridgewater was 2 seasons ago, & he gives you insight on the OL Carolina could draft.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Paul Finebaum Interview, Austin Cindric Interview & Watcha Burning On

February 22, 2022 19:27 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

It was a guest-filled final hour as Paul Finebaum joined to talk about the failure to expand the College Football Playoff before Daytona 500 winner Austin Cindric joins to discuss his victory. Finally, Nick & Fitty express what they are burning on today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Paul Finebaum: On College Football Playoff Expansion Failure

February 22, 2022 19:27 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

ESPN college football personality, Paul Finebaum joins the show following the decision to not expand the Playoff before 2025, and why that decision is only going to continue to hurt the sport moving forward See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Austin Cindric: On Winning Daytona 500

February 22, 2022 19:27 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MB

Daytona 500 winner Austin CIndric joined the show, following his win on Sunday, to talk about the emotions of winning the Great American Race, how impactful the win is for his career & more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: More on Kirk Cousins, Aaron Rodgers Conspiracy Theory & Run Down

February 22, 2022 18:10 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Nick gets back into the possibility that Kirk Cousins ends up in Carolina as their QB in 2022, he delivers his conspiracy theory around the Instagram post, Aaron Rodgers made last night, before he and Fitty react to the best sound from spots in the Run Down.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Can Hornets Finish Strong? Sports Curses & Ellis Williams Interview

February 22, 2022 17:31 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

The Hornets return to action on Friday night and lays out how the team can finish the season above .500. Nick & Fitty have fun talking about what sports figures they would curse and Ellis Williams joins to talk Panthers   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Ellis Williams: On Panthers QB Plans This Summer

February 22, 2022 17:31 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MB

Ellis Williams from the Charlotte Observer joins the show to talk about the chances Kirk Cousins lands in Carolina, and why a certain backup keeps getting mentioned as an option as well.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Kirk Cousins to Carolina? Juwan Howard Suspended & Soccer for Slappies

February 22, 2022 16:11 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Nick start's off today's show telling you why Kirk Cousins is the Panthers best option at QB after a report came out that the Panthers called about the Minnesota QB. He then tells you why he still believes Juwan Howard should've been fired, after being suspended, before Jason Davis joins for Soccer for Slappies    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Soccer for Slappies: Jason Davis

February 22, 2022 16:11 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MB

Soccer for slappies returns this time with Jason Davis from SiriusXM, as Jason lays out realistic expectations for Charlotte FC in their inaugural season, how their playing style will translate in the MLS & if the team can still make moves that will improve the roster  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Seth Greenberg Interview, Cabin Stories & Watcha Burning On

February 21, 2022 19:09 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

In the final hour, Seth Greenberg joins to talk about the Michigan/Wisconsin brawl, & ACC hoops. Nick tells stories from his cabin trip over the weekend, before the guys tell you what they are burning on.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS: Seth Greenberg on Michigan/Wisconsin Scrum & ACC Hoops

February 21, 2022 19:09 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

ESPN college basketball analyst Seth Greenberg joins the show to give his thoughts on the brawl that happened at the end of yesterday's Michigan/Wisconsin game. He also talks about UNC's big win over the weekend, Wake Forest's NCAA chances & preaches patience for NC State basketball.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: James Borrego on the Hot Seat? Panthers Not Going QB at 6? & Run Down

February 21, 2022 18:07 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Nick tells you why both Jame Borrego & Mitch Kupchak should be feeling the heat down the stretch of the season. He explains why the Panthers not taking a QB or OL would be a death blow for Matt Rhule, before Nick & Fitty react to the best sound from sports in the Run Down  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Awful Panthers QB Take, Monday Overreactions & Daryl Ruiter Interview

February 21, 2022 17:17 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Nick reacts to a take a former NFL GM had for the Panthers as they try to lock down the QB position. Fitty then feeds Nick sports takes from over the weekend during Monday Overreactions, before Daryl Ruiter joins to recap all the happenings from the NBA All-Star weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS: Daryl Ruiter on 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend

February 21, 2022 17:14 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Reporter for Audacy Sports in Cleveland, Daryl Ruiter joins the show to talk about the weekend that was for the 2022 NBA All-Star festivities, the chances LeBron returns to Cleveland again, & more NBA topics    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: ASG Recap, Crazy Weekend in CBB & Mike Ginnitti Interview

February 21, 2022 16:10 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Nick is back from vacation, and he starts today talking about All-Star weekend in the NBA, as LaMelo shined. He gives his thoughts on the Michigan-Wisconsin dustup , before Mike Ginnitti joins to explain his CMC trade proposal   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS: Mike Ginnitti CMC Trade Proposal

February 21, 2022 16:10 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MB

Mike Ginnitti from Spotrac joins the show to explain his trade proposal for CMC this off-season & more. He goes over other trade proposals for other teams around the NFL, & more potential NFL moves See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Panthers Free Agent Questions, Uptown Ultra's Promo & Bequeathal

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

In the final hour, Willie poses more questions for the Panthers ahead of free agency, Sean Gartley from the Charlotte FC support group Uptown Ultra joins to promote a event tomorrow, before we hand out our grades for the Hacksong of the Week See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: Hornets Panic? Joe Person Interview & Gold Brick Ceremony

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Willie continues on talking about the issues for the Hornets lie on the roster, and not on the coaching staff. Joe Person stops by to talk Panthers, before Fitty hosts the Gold Brick Ceremony.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Panthers Personnel Decisions, Chris Hegardt Interview & ACC Bracketology

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

In the second hour, Willie tells you why the Panthers have to prioritize either the front four or the secondary. Charlotte FC midfielder Chris Hegardt stops by for an interesting conversation, before Willie & Fitty take a look at the NCAA Tournament in regards to Duke & Carolina  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: Hornets Lose Before ASG & Alex Andrejev Interview

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Willie P starts off today, taking a look back at last night's loss for the Hornets against the Heat, as they have lost 9 of 10, but he tells you the issue isn't the head coach. Alex Andrejev, from the Charlotte Observer, stops by to talk about both the Daytona 500 & Charlotte FC.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Person on QB Plans, Free Agency Decisions & More

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Panthers beat writer for The Athletic, Joe Person joins to talk about the plans for the QB position for the Panthers this off-season, he also talks about the overall free agency decisions the team will have to make and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Andrejev on Daytona 500 & Charlotte FC

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MB

Writer for the Charlotte Observer, Alex Andrejev joins the show, as she talks about the upcoming Daytona 500 this Sunday, other NASCAR topics, before talking about Charlotte FC's with their inaugural match next weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Hegardt - Charlotte FC Midfielder

February 18, 2022 19:41 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Midfielder for Charlotte FC, Chris Hegardt joins Willie to talk about the team's preseason down in Charleston, his goals for the upcoming season, & more as the club is a little over a week away from their first match.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brendan Marks on Tar Heels Tournaments Hopes and Blue Devils Tournament Ceiling

February 17, 2022 22:40 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Brendan Marks, Duke and UNC reporter for The Athletic, joins the show to talk about the Tar Heels hard-to-swallow loss to Pittsburgh and what it does to their tournament chances and where the ceiling is for Duke as the tournament closes in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Edholm on the Idea of a Quarterback at 6

February 17, 2022 22:37 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Willie welcomes in Eric Edholm, draft analyst for Yahoo Sports, to talk about the idea of taking a quarterback at 6 for the Panthers and if there is actually a quarterback in this class that can be an immediate starter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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