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NWS - Rod Boone: Recaps Hornets Draft Night

June 24, 2022 19:02 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MB

Charlotte Hornets beat writer Rod Boone from The Charlotte Observer, joins the show to recap all the major takeaways from last night’s NBA Draft  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Joe Labue Interview, Pulse of Hornets nation & Radio Tinder

June 24, 2022 16:29 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

In the second hour President of Charlotte FC, Joe LaBue joins to talk about the upcoming slate for the club, impressions of Christian Lattanzio, the play of recent acquisitions & more. To get the pulse of Hornets fans, we open the phone lines to hear what fans of Buzz City have to say after last night’s NBA Draft, before Willie P & Fitty swipe left or right on certain sports-related topics, suggestions from the audience & more during Radio Tinder    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

NWS - Joe Labue: Current State of Charlotte FC Ahead of Important Stretch

June 24, 2022 16:29 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB

President of Charlotte FC, Joe LaBue joins to talk about the upcoming slate for the club, impressions of Christian Lattanzio, the play of recent acquisitions & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: 3 Big Things, Making Sense of Hornets Trade & Direction of Hornets Roster

June 24, 2022 15:05 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Willie opens the show, as he’s filling in for Nick with 3 big things from the world of sports, mainly focusing on the Hornets selection of  Mark Williams in last night’s NBA Draft. Willie & Fitty try to make sense of the trade the Hornets made prior to the selection of Mark Williams, before taking a look at how last night affects the future of the Hornets roster  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Adam Alexander: Reflects on Bruton Smith's Life & Legacy

June 23, 2022 22:44 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

FOX NASCAR broadcaster, Adam Alexander joins the show to help us reflect on the life and legacy of Bruton Smith, his lasting impact on the sport of NASCAR & more stories about a legendary Charlotte sports figure  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Nooners, What Would Mark Williams Bring to Hornets & 5 Questions

June 23, 2022 21:10 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

Willie brings back the biggest headlines in sports both in the Charlotte area & in the national landscape. Charlotte has been linked to Mark Williams during the NBA Draft process, so what would he bring if he were to be drafted by the Hornets? Before Willie asks today's 5 questions  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Final Thoughts on Tonight's NBA Draft, Adam Alexander Interview & Watcha Burning On

June 23, 2022 21:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Willie & Fitty give their final thoughts on what they expect the Hornets to do tonight in the NBA Draft. Adam Alexander joins to help us reflect on the life and legacy of Bruton Smith before Watcha Burning On  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Marshall Faulk: Live from the Charlotte Touchdown Club

June 23, 2022 21:10 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MB

Hall of Fame running back, and Super Bowl champion, Marshall Faulk joins the show live from the Charlotte Touchdown Club to reflect on his legendary career, share stories from that magical Super Bowl run, and some insight into a conversation he had with CMC over the summer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Dan Snyder Hearing, Sports Betting Still Illegal and Marshall Faulk

June 23, 2022 16:56 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Willie P uses the second hour of the show to tackle the Dan Snyder hearing and everything around it, sports betting still being illegal in North Carolina, previewing the Hornets draft tonight and interviewing Marshall Faulk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: 3 Big Things, NBA Draft Scene & Bit With Beth

June 23, 2022 15:16 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Willie opens the show, as he’s filling in for Nick with 3 big things from the world of sports, including tonight’s NBA Draft, the NFL’s day in Congress & the passing of NASCAR’s Bruton Smith. Tonight is the NBA Draft, and Willie sets the scene for what could be in store for the Hornets, with the belief that the team will draft Mark Williams at either 13 or 15, before the Bit With Beth  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: DeShaun Tate Interview, Charlotte FC Scene Set & Watcha Burning On

June 22, 2022 18:52 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

In the final hour, the Host of Tate’s Take Hoops podcast, DeShaun Tate joins to preview what the Hornets should do in tomorrow’s NBA Draft, he talks about if Miles Bridges should be given a max contract, and shares a story about UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis. Charlotte FC has a very important stretch coming up & Willie sets the scene for the next month or so, before closing the show with Watcha Burning On     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - DeShaun Tate: Preview's Tomorrow Night's NBA Draft from Hornets Perspective

June 22, 2022 18:52 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Host of Tate’s Take Hoops podcast, DeShaun Tate joins to preview what the Hornets should do in tomorrow’s NBA Draft, he talks about if Miles Bridges should be given a max contract, and shares a story about UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Nooners, Make the Picks or Trade the Picks & 5 Questions

June 22, 2022 17:12 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Willie brings back the biggest headlines in sports both in the Charlotte area & in the national landscape. Willie & Fitty discuss if the Hornets should make their multiple first-round picks or if they should trade them away, before 5 questions  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Hornets Drafts Prospect, Joe Person Interview & Willie P's Panic Meter

June 22, 2022 17:07 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Willie takes a look at the potential prospects that could be in play for the Hornets during tomorrow’s NBA Draft. Panthers beat reporter for The Athletic, Joe Person joins to give his final thoughts on the Panthers OTA’s & minicamp, the latest on the QB rumors involving Carolina, and how the roster will ultimately shake out & more, before Willie's panic meter   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Joe Person: Final Thoughts off Panthers Off-Season

June 22, 2022 17:07 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Panthers beat reporter for The Athletic, Joe Person joins to give his final thoughts on the Panthers OTA’s & minicamp, the latest on the QB rumors involving Carolina, and how the roster will ultimately shake out & more   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Joe Person: Final Thoughts of Panthers Off-Season

June 22, 2022 17:07 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Panthers beat reporter for The Athletic, Joe Person joins to give his final thoughts on the Panthers OTA’s & minicamp, the latest on the QB rumors involving Carolina, and how the roster will ultimately shake out & more   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: 3 Big Things, Why Willie Doesn't Want D'Antoni & Jimmy G in Play for Carolina?

June 22, 2022 15:14 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Willie opens the show, as he’s filling in for Nick with 3 big things from the world of sports, including the chances Mike D’Antoni is the next HC of the Hornets, tomorrow’s NBA Draft, and Jimmy G still being an option for the Panthers. Willis is on the record not wanting Mike D’Antoni to be the next HC of the Hornets, and he further explains why he feels that way, before we discuss if Jimmy G is back in play for the Panthers    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Why Hasn't a Mayfield Deal Been Completed? More Hornets Talk & Watcha Burning On

June 21, 2022 18:49 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

In the final hour, Willie tries to get to the bottom of the reasons behind the Panthers not being able to complete a deal for Baker Mayfield. He & Fitty get back into the Hornets talk in regards to the HC search & the draft, before Watcha Burning On See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWs Hour 4: Why Hasn't a Mayfield Deal Been Completed?

June 21, 2022 18:49 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

In the final hour, Willie tries to get to the bottom of the reasons behind the Panthers not being able to complete a deal for Baker Mayfield. He & Fitty get back into the Hornets talk in regards to the HC search & the draft, before Watcha Burning On See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Nooners, Kenny Atkinson Interview & 5 Questions

June 21, 2022 17:09 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

To start the third hour, Willie brings back the biggest headlines in sports both in the Charlotte area & in the national landscape. NBA writer for CBS Sports, James Herbert joins to discuss where the Hornets go next after Kenny Atkinson walked away if Charlotte should give Miles Bridges a max contract & what their draft plans should be for Thursday night, before 5 questions     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - James Herbert: On Kenny Atkinson Fiasco & NBA Draft Plans

June 21, 2022 17:09 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

NBA writer for CBS Sports, James Herbert joins to discuss where the Hornets go next after Kenny Atkinson walked away if Charlotte should give Miles Bridges a max contract & what their draft plans should be for Thursday night   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Mike D'Antoni to Meet With Michael Jordan, Ellis Williams Interview & Charming or Chach

June 21, 2022 16:31 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

In the second hour, we react to the Hornets meeting with Mike D'Antoni, as Willie & Fitty agree that this is a panic move by the Hornets front office, even though Fitty believes is the best candidate for the position. Panthers beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, Ellis Williams joins for more on the Baker Mayfield pursuit, final thoughts from the Panthers minicamp & a look ahead to the start of a very important training camp, before Charming or Chach      See omnystudio.com/listener for...

NWS - Ellis Williams: Final Thoughts on Minicamp & Expectations for Matt Rhule in 2022

June 21, 2022 16:31 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Panthers beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, Ellis Williams joins for more on the Baker Mayfield pursuit, final thoughts from the Panthers minicamp & a look ahead to the start of a very important training camp  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NW - Charming or Chach

June 21, 2022 16:31 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MB

Willie & Fitty take submissions from the audience to determine if certain thoughts or actions are either Charming or Chach, including wearing flip flops to work, putting mayo on a hot dog, the NBA media defending Kenny Atkinson & more    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: 3 Big Things, Is Miles Bridges a Max Player? & Bit With Beth

June 21, 2022 15:30 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

Willie opens the show, as he’s filling in for Nick with 3 big things from the world of sports, including the possibility the Hornets don’t pay Miles Bridges a max contract, what’s wrong with the Hornets organization, and the latest on the interest in Baker Mayfield. Willie & Fitty discuss if Miles is worth a max & the implications of not giving him a max deal, before the Bit With Beth   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: What's Behind Hornets Dysfunction? Jessica Charman Interview & Watcha Burning On

June 20, 2022 18:18 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Willie & Fitty get back into the state of the Hornets as a franchise and wonder if they’ve entered the clown show moniker, usually asserted with the Panthers. Charlotte FC radio analyst Jessica Charman comes on to recap the draw with Columbus over the weekend, a mini preview of this weekend’s match & what the club should do with the roster, as key players are set to return from an international assignment, before Watcha Burning On See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Jessica Charman: On Charlotte FC's Draw at Columbus

June 20, 2022 18:18 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

Charlotte FC radio analyst Jessica Charman comes on to recap the draw with Columbus over the weekend, a mini preview of this weekend’s match & what the club should do with the roster, as key players are set to return from an international assignment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Nooners, George Savaricas Interview & 5 Questions

June 20, 2022 17:28 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Willie brings back the biggest headlines in sports both in the Charlotte area & in the national landscape. Willie brings on NBC golf analyst George Savaricas to recap the US Open & discuss what’s next for the sport of golf as the feud between the LIV Tour & PGA  Tour is ongoing, ahead of 5 questions    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - George Savaricas: Recaps US Open

June 20, 2022 17:28 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

Willie brings on NBC golf analyst George Savaricas to recap the US Open & discuss what’s next for the sport of golf as the feud between the LIV Tour & PGA  Tour is ongoing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Autograph Etiquette, Brian Geisinger Interview & Pulse of Hornets Nation

June 20, 2022 16:27 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

IBF admitted during Monday overreactions that he asked former UNC basketball, HC Roy Williams, for a picture at a basketball camp. That prompted former FNZ host Jim Celania to call in and claim that IBF acted unprofessionally by taking a picture with a sports figure while being an active media member. Willie & Fitty try to determine if he was out of line, as the text line came to the defense of IBF. Host of the Buzz Beat Podcast, Brian Geisinger joins the show to talk us through Kenny Atkinso...

NWS - Brain Geisinger: What's Next for Hornets After Atkinson Backs Out

June 20, 2022 16:27 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

Host of the Buzz Beat Podcast, Brian Geisinger joins the show to talk us through Kenny Atkinson spurning the Hornets, where they go next, how they attack the draft, Miles Bridges' future & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: 3 Big Things, Atkinson Spurns Hornets & Monday Overreactions

June 20, 2022 15:27 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Willie opens the show, as he’s filling in for Nick all week, discussing 3 big things in sports from over the weekend, highlighting Kenny Atkinson spurning the Hornets, Charlotte FC’s draw & the drama at the US Open. After agreeing to be the next HC of the Hornets, Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson informed Charlotte that he won’t be the next head coach of the team, and will stay with Golden State. Willie & Fitty try to figure out how the Hornets got to where they are now, and who this looks w...

NWS Hour 4: Sean O'Connell Interview, Steph as a Hornet? & Final Hacksong/Bequeathal

June 17, 2022 18:56 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Nick brings on Charlotte native Sean O'Connell to discuss the Hornets hire of Kenny Atkinson and a look at all the movies on the big screen. Then Nick outlines the one scenario Steph Curry finishes his career as a Hornet, before the final Hacksong & bequeathal  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Sean O'Connell: Thoughts on Hornets Hire & Latest Movie Reviews

June 17, 2022 18:56 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Nick brings on Charlotte native Sean O'Connell to discuss the Hornets hire of Kenny Atkinson and a look at all the movies on the big screen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Joe Person Interview, Steph's Legacy & Gold Brick Ceremony

June 17, 2022 17:09 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Panthers beat reporter for The Athletic, Joe Person joins the show to recap Panthers minicamp, he provides an update on the latest QB rumors & discusses all the major topics before the start of training camp next month. Nick & Fitty get into a passionate argument about the status of Steph Curry’s legacy, as Fitty pushes back on Nick’s idea that Steph Curry isn’t the best shooter of all time,before the Gold Brick Ceremony     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Joe Person: Recaps Panthers Minicamp

June 17, 2022 17:09 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Panthers beat reporter for The Athletic, Joe Person joins the show to recap Panthers minicamp, he provides an update on the latest QB rumors & discusses all the major topics before the start of training camp next month See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Sam Darnold vs Matt Corral & 5 Questions

June 17, 2022 16:06 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

In the second hour, Nick gets into if there's going to be a competition between Sam Darnold & Matt Corral before the season starts, we open the phone lines to hear from Panthers fans on the matter, before the final 5 questions of the week.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Matt Rhule Speaks, Warriors Claim NBA Finals & Steph's Legacy

June 17, 2022 15:05 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Nick opens the show, reacting to the final comments from Matt Rhule before training camp. We put a bow on the NBA Finals after the Warriors closed out the Celtics before a questionable comment about Steph Curry gets us into a discussion about his legacy    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Gene Sapakoff Interview, Panthers Clown Show? & Watcha Burning On

June 16, 2022 18:31 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In the final hour, Nick brings on Gene Sapakoff to discuss the start of the US Open. We get back into the possibility that the Panthers are now a clown show franchise under Dave Tepper before the final Watcha Burning On of the week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Gene Sapakoff: On 2022 US Open

June 16, 2022 18:31 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MB

Charleston Post & Courier columnist, Gene Sapakoff joins the show to talk about the ongoing US Open & an early preview for both Clemson & South Carolina in college football this upcoming season  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Stan Norfleet Interview, NBA Finals Scene Set & 5 Questions

June 16, 2022 17:08 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Nick beings on FNZ personality Stan Norfleet to talk about the Panthers off-season & the Hornets hire of Kenny Atkinson. He & Fitty set the scene for tonight's Finals game, and try to find where the Warriors land in the pantheon of recent champions, before Nick's 5 questions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Stan Norfleet: Thoughts on Panthers & Hornets Off-Seasons

June 16, 2022 17:08 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

FNZ personality Stan Norfleet joins the show to discuss the Panthers off-season & the Hornets hiring of Kenny Atkinson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Matt Babcock Interview, Panthers Hosting the NFL Draft? & Radio Tinder

June 16, 2022 16:10 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

NBA Draft analyst from BasketballNews.com Matt Babcock joins the show to break down the Hornets options at 13 & 15, who he thinks will go #1 & more in next week’s NBA Draft. Nick discusses why it's important for the Panthers to host the NFL Draft soon, before Nick & Fitty take suggestions from the audience to determine if certain thoughts, actions, sayings, etc, and they either swipe left/right during Radio Tinder    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Matt Babcock: Breaks Down 2022 NBA Draft

June 16, 2022 16:10 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MB

NBA Draft analyst from BasketballNews.com, Matt Babcock joins the show to break down the Hornets options at 13 & 15, who he thinks will go #1 & more in next week’s NBA Draft     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Are the Panthers the Biggest Clown Show in the NFL? Robbie Anderson Speaks & Bit With Beth

June 16, 2022 15:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Nick opens the show, reacting to Skip Bayless calling the Panthers a "clown show", and he pushes back on that idea. We play what Robbie Anderson had to say yesterday, and try to figure out what it all means, before another edition of the Bit With Beth  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: The Panthers exist Because...Will Kunkel Interview & Watcha Burning On

June 15, 2022 18:57 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

In the final hour, Nick asks the audience the best way to describe the Panthers reason for existence. Will Kunkel joins to discuss Panthers minicamp & the Hornets HC hire, before Watcha Burning On See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Will Kunkel: Talks Panthers Minicamp & Hornets HC Hire

June 15, 2022 18:57 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MB

Queen City News sports anchor, Will Kunkel joins the show to talk about his takeaways from Panthers minicamp & his thoughts on the Hornets hire of Kenny Atkinson      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Who's the Most Irreplaceable Panther? Bill Reiter Interview & 5 Questions

June 15, 2022 17:11 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

Nick opens the third hour, trying to determine who is the most irreplaceable Panther on the roster. Bill Reiter joins to dissect the Hornets hire of Kenny Atkinson before Nick asks the audience his daily 5 questions   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Bill Reiter: Hornets Hire of Kenny Atkinson is a Good One

June 15, 2022 17:11 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

CBS Sports Radio host and NBA reporter Bill Reiter joins to tell us why the Hornets made a good hire of Kenny Atkinson & his thoughts on the NBA Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Over/UNder Playoff Appearances Under Atkinson, Ben Verlander Interview & Charming or Chach

June 15, 2022 16:12 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

In the second hour, Nick sets the bar for playoff appearances the Hornets must achieve under Kenny Atkinson. Ben Verlander joins to tell us why he still thinks the Mets will win the NL East, before a Wednesday version of Charming or Chach.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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