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NWS - Willie P on Charlotte FC's Dramatic Win Over Vancouver

May 23, 2022 19:30 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Charlotte FC broadcaster, Willie P joins the show to recap FC's win yesterday over Vancouver, he discusses the impressions of Kerwin Vargas, what we can expect from the club this week in US Open Cup competition, takeaways from MAR's first season & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Update on Perception of Panthers, Eric Eager Interview & Run Down

May 23, 2022 17:09 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Nick takes a look at the perception of the Panthers as we're awaiting the start of OTA's, as the Panthers are still looked at in a negative way across the NFL. Eric Eager joins to forecast the 2022 season for Carolina, before the Run Down   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Eric Eager Forecasts 2022 Panthers Season

May 23, 2022 17:08 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Eric Eager from PFF joins to forecast the 2022 season for Carolina. He explains why they have a bleak outlook for Carolina this season, why adding Jimmy G or Baker Mayfield won't make a difference & more    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Nick Carboni Latest on CLT Sports

May 23, 2022 16:12 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MB

WCNC sports director Nick Carboni joins the show to give his thoughts on the current state of both the Hornets & Panthers. What led to the Knights manager being placed on administrative leave, a convo about gas station food & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Mitch Please (Big Daddy Version), Projected Win Totals for P5 Teams in CFB & Nick Carboni Interview

May 23, 2022 16:10 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In the second hour, Nick gives his thoughts on what Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak had to say last week as he finally addressed the Borrego firing & the coaching search. Nick & Fitty discuss the projected win totals for the local P5 teams in 2022 before Nick Carboni joins to discuss the latest in Charlotte sports.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Recapping Weekend in Sports, Gas Station Food & Monday Overreactions

May 23, 2022 15:16 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Nick starts the show recapping an eventful weekend in sports. He tells a story about gas station food from his trip to Cleveland, as he's going to convert Fitty to eating gas station food, before Monday Overreactions    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Brandt Bronico on Charlotte FC's Season So Far

May 20, 2022 18:16 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Charlotte FC midfielder Brandt Bronico joins the show to talk about his individual season so far, what went wrong for the club last weekend, how they can respond this weekend, and moving forward & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Are the Panthers the Worst Team in the NFL? Brandt Bronico Interview & Final Hacksong/Bequeathal

May 20, 2022 18:15 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

In the final hour, Willie responds to the Panthers being ranked the worst team in the NFL according to ESPN's power rankings. Charlotte FC midfielder Brandt Bronico joins to talk about the season so far, before we grade the Hacksong, and bequeath the best moment from the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Mike Maniscalco on Hurricanes/Rangers Game 2

May 20, 2022 17:31 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Hurricanes broadcaster, Mike Maniscalco joins to relive Carolina's dramatic win in game one against New York and preview tonight's matchup before the series shifts to New York over the weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: What Should Hornets Do With First Rounds Picks? Mike Maniscalco Interview & Gold Brick Ceremony

May 20, 2022 17:31 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Willie & Fitty discuss what the Hornets should ultimately do with their multiple first-round picks. Mike Maniscalco joins to preview tonight's Canes/Rangers playoff game, before the Gold Brick Ceremony  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: NIL in CFB, Charlotte FC/Vancouver Scene Set & Willie P Panic Meter

May 20, 2022 16:27 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

In the second hour, Willie P & Fitty discuss why there is such pushback from coaches and fans on NIL in college sports. Willie previews this weekend's match for Charlotte FC against Vancouver, before another edition of Willie P's Panic Meter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Mitch Please & Ross Dellenger Interview

May 20, 2022 15:24 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Willie starts the show reacting to all the questionable comments made by Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak about the future of the franchise as they are still searching for a new HC, before Ross Dellenger joins to discuss the Saban/Fisher feud & NIL in college sports    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS -Ross Dellenger on Saban/Fisher Feud & NIL in College Sports

May 20, 2022 15:24 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MB

Ross Dellenger from Sports Illustrated joins the show to tell us what the fallout will be from the Saban/Fisher feud & the future role of NIL in college sports  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Dan Favale on East/West Conference Finals

May 19, 2022 18:28 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MB

NBA writer for the Bleacher Report, Dan Favale joins the show to breakdown the conference finals going on in the NBA Playoffs, and who he likes to advance out of each respective series  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Jimbo vs Saban, Dan Favale Interview & Run Down

May 19, 2022 18:27 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Jimbo Fisher responded to Nick Saban, so Nick reacts to Fisher's comments, and tells you why Saban is in the wrong. Dan Favale joins to discuss the NBA playoffs, before more on the Fisher/Saban feud in the Run Down See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS 4: Ranking Local CFB Coaches, Radio Tinder & Watcha Burning On

May 19, 2022 18:27 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Nick & Fitty discuss a CBS Sports article, ranking the local college football coaches, and they tell you if they got it right or wrong. Then they play Radio Tinder, as they swipe left or right on topics or ideas before the final Watcha Burning On of the week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Expectations for Matt Corral in 2022, Lloyd Sam Interview & QB Misses

May 19, 2022 16:17 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

In the second hour, Nick talks about the realistic expectations for Matt Corral in 2022. Lloyd Sam joins to talk about Charlotte FC & his dating life before Nick & Fitty unveil their QB misses over the years   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Soccer for Slappies With Lloyd Sam

May 19, 2022 16:17 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Lloyd Sam joins for another edition of Soccer for Slappies, as he talks about his most recent dating experience before he talks about last week's disappointing loss for FC, and how the club can respond this weekend   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Tribute to Artemis, Nick Saban Calls Out Texas A&M & Dick Jerardi Interview

May 19, 2022 15:08 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Nick begins the show, by paying tribute to his dog Artemis who passed away last night. He reacts to Nick Saban calling out Jimbo Fisher & Texas A&M for their use of NIL in recruiting, before Dick Jerardi joins to preview the Preakness Stakes  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Dick Jerardi Previews Preakness Stakes

May 19, 2022 15:08 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MB

Famous horse racing writer, Dick Jerardi joins the show to preview this weekend's Preakness Stakes, he tells you why the Kentucky Derby winner won't be in the field & who he thinks will win this race  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Chad Doing on Terry Stotts as Hornets HC Candidate

May 18, 2022 18:12 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

For more on the Hornets interviewing former Blazers coach, Terry Stotts, Nick welcomes Chad Doing for more insight on what Stotts could bring to the Hornets  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Chad Doing Interview, More Thoughts on Stotts & Watcha Burning On

May 18, 2022 18:10 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

In the final hour, Chad Doing from sports radio in Portland joins for more insight on what Terry Stotts could bring to Charlotte. After that conversation, Nick relays why he's more acceptable to a Stotts hiring before Watcha Burning On See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Tops/Bottoms, Name Game for the Hornets & Run Down

May 18, 2022 17:12 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Nick delivers his best & worst of the 1990s during the weekly segment "Tops & Bottoms", he talks about what names are intriguing for the Hornets to trade for over the summer, before the Run Down   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Boujee Sports Fans, Spencer Davies & Chipper Jones Interviews

May 18, 2022 16:30 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

In the second hour, Nick & Fitty discuss boujee sports fans, Spencer Davies joins to walk us through the Hornets HC search, before Braves legend Chipper joins from the Charlotte Touchdown Club to reminisce about his career and talk about the current state of baseball   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Spencer Davies on Hornets HC Search

May 18, 2022 16:30 - 10 minutes - 10 MB

For more on the Hornets HC search, Spencer Davies from basketballnews.com to talk about the current candidates interviewing for the job, and what they can bring to Charlotte  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Chipper Jones Looks Back at Braves Career & Current State of Baseball

May 18, 2022 16:30 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Braves legend Chipper Jones joins the show live on location at the Charlotte Touchdown Club, to look back at his stellar career in Atlanta, his mentorship of Austin Riley & the current state of the MLB  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: NBA Draft Lottery Reactions

May 18, 2022 15:10 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In the first hour, Nick reacts to the Hornets learning their fate for the 2022 NBA Draft, and what they should do with their multiple picks in the top 15 before Nick makes fun of Justin Thomas calling out the PGA for price gauging fans of alcohol at PGA events   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: Most Disrespected Players in the NBA, No D'Antoni or Stotts and Watcha Burnin' On

May 17, 2022 19:56 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In the final hour of the show, Nick and Fitty discuss the most disrespected players in the NBA today, Nick tells you why he wants no part of Mike D'Antoni or Terry Stotts as the Hornets head coach and both guys tell you what they are burnin' on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Who Will the Hornets Take in the NBA Draft? Local Heisman Hopefuls & Run Down

May 17, 2022 17:05 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Ahead of the NBA Draft lottery, we run simulations to determine the Hornets draft spot, and figure out who they draft. We discuss between Spencer Rattler & DJ U, which has a chance at winning the Heisman, before the Run Down  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Baker Mayfield Staying in Cleveland? Ellis Williams Interview & Charming or Chach

May 17, 2022 16:16 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

In the second hour, Nick updates the latest on the Baker Mayfield situation in Cleveland, and why Carolina can't afford to keep waiting if they want to trade for him. Ellis Williams joins to recap rookie minicamp, before Charming or Chach    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Ellis Williams on Panthers Rookie Minicamp

May 17, 2022 16:16 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

Carolina Panthers beat reporter for The Charlotte Observer, Ellis Williams joins the show to recap the Panthers rookie minicamp, he addresses the rumors around Drew Brees and Sean Payton & talks about the chances Baker Mayfield ultimately winds up in Charlotte    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Walt Ruff Previews Canes/Rangers

May 17, 2022 15:08 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MB

The Carolina Hurricanes advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as they'll take on the New York Rangers. Walt Ruff from Hurricanes.com joined the show to preview the series  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: NBA Draft Lottery Scene Set, Which Front Office to Trust More & Walt Ruff Interview

May 17, 2022 15:05 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

To start today's show, Nick sets the scene for tonight's NBA Draft Lottery. He tells you which front office you should trust the most between the Panthers or Hornets if gifted with the #1 pick, before Walt Ruff joins to preview upcoming Canes-Rangers series  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Willie P What Went Wrong for Charlotte FC

May 16, 2022 22:43 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

Charlotte FC broadcaster, Willie P joins to talk about what went wrong for the club this weekend, why MAR went back to an old formation, a preview of this weekend's matchup & more food takes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: More on Brees/Payton Rumors, Willie P Interview & Watcha Burning On

May 16, 2022 22:41 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

In the final hour, Nick dives deeper into the rumors regarding Sean Payton & Drew Brees, and how Carolina factors into the equation. Willie P joins us to walk us through Charlotte FC's defeat before the first Watcha Burning On of the week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Paul Finebaum Interview, Best Possible Finals Matchups & Run Down

May 16, 2022 17:05 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

Nick welcomes Paul Finebaum to talk about parity in college football and thoughts on Matt Corral in the NFL. Nick & Fitty discuss the best possible Finals matchups now that the Conference Finals are set, before the Run Down   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Paul Finebaum Lack of Parity in College Football

May 16, 2022 16:31 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Nick Saban made comments about the lack of parity in college football, so we bring on Paul Finebaum to help clarify those comments. He tells us why he doesn't think Matt Corral will succeed in the NFL & expectations for the Gamecocks in 2022   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: Darin Gantt Interview, QB Carousel in Carolina & Hornets HC Alternative Theory

May 16, 2022 16:05 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

In the second hour, Darin Gantt joins to recap Panthers rookie minicamp, he takes a look at why Drew Brees wouldn't make sense in Carolina this year or in the future, before he delivers an alternative theory about Mike D'Antoni being the next HC of the Hornets   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Darin Gantt Rookie Minicamp Takeaways

May 16, 2022 15:26 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

Panthers rookie minicamp commenced over the weekend and Darin Gantt from panthers.com joins the show to talk about the initial takeaways of Ikem Ekwonu and Matt Corral, the latest rumors around the team & more   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Matt Rhule Speaks at Minicamp, Legacy Defining Weekend in NBA & Monday Overreactionsa

May 16, 2022 15:12 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

To start today's show, Nick reacts to Matt Rhule's comments about the Sean Payton rumors during minicamp this weekend. He & Fitty discuss how the successes and failures of certain guys in the NBA playoffs affected their legacies, before Monday Overreactions     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: What Would it Take to Get Sean Payton to Carolina? Gordon Hayward's Future & Gold Brick Ceremony

May 13, 2022 18:43 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Nick talks about what it might cost to get Sean Payton on the sidelines in Carolina & other potential teams that will be interested in him. Nick & Fitty discuss the future of Gordon Hayward in Charlotte, before the Gold Brick Ceremony See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: NFL Schedule Hot Takes, NBA Playoffs Preview & Final Hacksong/Bequeathal

May 13, 2022 18:43 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Nick & Fitty unveil their hot takes from the 2022 NFL schedule. They preview an important weekend in the NBA playoffs, before they grade the Hacksong of the Week, and bequeath the best moment from the show  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: NBA Playoffs Recap, More on Hornets HC Search & Jonathan Alexander Interview

May 13, 2022 16:08 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

In the second hour, Nick recaps the night in the NBA postseason, he updates the latest on the Hornets HC search, before Jonathan Alexnader joins to talk about the latest with the Carolina Panthers     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Jonathan Alexander Reactions to 2022 Schedule & Previews Rookie Minicamp

May 13, 2022 16:08 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MB

Plenty of Panthers news in the last couple of days. as rookie minicamp gets underway, the 2022 schedule is out, and rumors of Sean Payton being on the sidelines in 2023 means we bring on Jonathan Alexander to talk about it all See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - Chris Vannini Future of College Football in NIL World

May 13, 2022 15:10 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MB

Chris Vannini from The Athletic joins the show to discuss the future of college football in the ever-evolving NIL world. He also addresses the future of the NCAA as a whole as college athletics are under going a seismic overhaul   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 1: Sean Payton to Carolina? Panthers Schedule Reactions & Chris Vannini Interview

May 13, 2022 15:08 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Nick begins the show telling what he thinks the reports regarding Sean Payton and the Panthers really mean. He & Fitty give their reactions to the Panthers 2022 schedule and what it means for Matt Rhule before Chris Vannini joins to discuss NIL in college sports  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 4: More on Hornets HC Search, the Nick Wilson Bowl & Watcha Burning On

May 12, 2022 19:51 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

Nick continues on the Hornets HC search, as he believes Michael Jordan is erasing all the progress the franchise has made recently. Then Nick tries to determine a rightful award/punishment for the impending "Nick Wilson Bowl" before the final Watcha Burning On of the week  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 3: Panthers Closer to Being a Playoff Team or Picking #1 in 2023? David Hale Interview & Run Down

May 12, 2022 17:08 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

With the NFL schedule being released tonight, Nick tells you why Carolina is closer to being a playoff team as opposed to drafting #1 in 2023. David Hale joins to talk about the latest from the ACC meetings, ahead of the Run Down   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS - David Hale on ACC Meetings

May 12, 2022 17:08 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

ESPN college football reporter, David Hale joins to talk about the latest from the ACC meetings, and the future of the conference from a football perspective as a change to the schedule is all but on the way, how the league can compete with the SEC & BIG 10 financially & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWS Hour 2: NFL Schedule Preview, Jake Fischer Interview & Radio Tinder

May 12, 2022 16:09 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

Nick previews the panthers 2022 schedule which will be released later tonight. Jake Fischer joins for more inside scoop on the Hornets HC search before Nick & Fitty swipe left/right on topics during Radio Tinder  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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