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The Tar Heels played one of their best games of the season and beat Syracuse...we have an impromptu Pod After Dark to break it down (5:41). Tom Brady was at the game...which was random (22:05).Then, UNC BOT member and former Carolina Basketball manager Chuck Duckett joins the Pod to talk a variety of topics around UNC and Carolina basketball...including awesome stories from the 1982 Championship season and solving the "Angry Manager" riddle from our earlier game re-watch (28:59)Plus: John Wallace calls out Big Grits during his jersey retirement (1:27:20) and we give a PSA for PA Announcers and microphone users in general (1:23:57)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina snapped its long losing streak and swept the regular season series from State (3:11).Then, Tar Heel & NBA great Walter Davis joins to talk eight points in 17 seconds, his stellar pro career & scoring 34 straight points without missing a shot (23:18)Plus: random '93 team trivia (55:57), #FiveSecondChallenge (59:42), #HCYJT (1:03:21) and #VacationFromLife (1:07:19)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Carolina was shorthanded and fell to Louisville...quick recap (2:45).Then, Tar Heel freshman Armando Bacot joins the Pod to discuss the ups and downs of his rookie season, who is sliding into his DMs about his hair and which Tar Heel has the worst fashion sense (13:08).Plus: some Carolina NCAA Tournament trivia (34:31), Big Grits in the dunk contest? (45:36), Crazy Calls (57:34) and a misleading #StoryTime (1:05:48)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina lost at the buzzer again...this is getting ridiculous (5:07)Then, Tar Heel and NBA great Bob McAdoo joins the Pod to talk growing up in a tumultuous time in the South, playing at Carolina, being a part of the "Showtime" Lakers and the rest of his HOF career (17:07)Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (56:45), the #HCYJT you knew was coming (1:05:49), a shocking ending to #LocalNews (1:25:34), the Grape-Nuts mystery is solved (1:31:00) and a heartwarming #StoryTime (1:36:32)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 2/19/20See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a special Monday Pod Drop!Head coach Brian Kalbas and senior Makenna Jones from Carolina's National Champion Women's Tennis team join the Pod (4:23).Then, we Pod After Dark following another Carolina Basketball heartbreaker (34:59).Plus, Carolina Football makes a new assistant coach hire (47:47), no...we didn't dress alike during the John Grisham interview (50:53) and we make a business decision on a future #RoadHouseChallenge (58:55)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's not much to say about the Wake Forest game...it wasn't good (4:13).Then, international best-selling author John Grisham joins the Pod to talk his love of college athletics, how he continuously creates popular novels and whether or not Jones and Adam can get their names in an upcoming book (14:08).Plus: a championship #FiveSecondChallenge (55:52), Jones gets PHYSICALLY ASSAULTED at Wake (1:13:48) and we check the math on selling 1000 milkshakes per day (1:23:36).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 2/10/20See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Heartbreak for Carolina against Duke (3:55)...can the Heels make a run starting tonight against Wake Forest (19:21)? Plus, a #HCYJT for the response to an emotional loss (25:18).Then, former Tar Heel pitcher and current Arizona Diamondback, Zac Gallen, joins the Pod to talk making it to the majors, dealing with being traded and the value of pitching versus simply throwing hard (33:50).Plus: Adam's List is loaded (1:02:39), a double #VacationFromLife (including Joel Berry getting his number officially honored!) (1:13:04) and a #Storytime (1:18:51) about cheering on the Tar Heels from EgyptSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tar Heel basketball talk (4:55) and a Duke preview (15:00).Then, on the fifth anniversary of his passing, Coach Smith's colleagues, former players and associates remember his life and legacy (28:43).Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (1:08:10) and #DuelingLists (1:16:44)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 2/5/20See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mini Pod After Dark from court side in Tallahassee after Carolina's offense disappeared in a loss at Florida State (:16).Then, double guests: first, women's basketball Courtney Banghart joins the Pod to talk settling in to her new role, her team's successful season and what she has learned about Carolina & Chapel Hill (9:55).Next, Tar Heel wrestling coach Coleman Scott joins the Pod to discuss building a top ten program and his vision for Carolina wrestling (37:10).Plus: BC recap (50:00) and we open up the email inbox (1:02:10)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tar Heels are heading into the second half of the ACC season and we talk about where Carolina is and where it can go (3:24).Then, Garrison Brooks (AKA Mr. Pickle...AKA Lil Gerb) joins the Pod to talk his excellent play, trying to become a better leader, interning at a radio station, his favorite movies and which teammate is ready to break out (18:06).Plus: a nearly impossible #FiveSecondChallenge (46:16), Adam's List (53:51) includes an attempt to steal the Magna Carta (1:02:19) and we go through the "Far Away Tar Heel" emails for our ticket giveaway (1:07:40)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Carolina won for the seventh straight time in Raleigh and we have a mini-Pod After Dark from court side in PNC Arena (2:41).Then, an extraordinarily candid interview with Andrew Platek about dealing with adversity on and off the court (10:27).Plus: recap of the Miami win (40:42), we respect you Mike Brey, but are unclear what you're talking about (57:23), the architect of Pod World Headquarters weighs in on tape measures (1:05:23) and Garrison Brooks provides a #VacationFromLife (1:22:36).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2020 Carolina Football schedule is out...we break down the upcoming slate for the Tar Heels (3:28) and Carolina Basketball left it all on the floor, but came up short against Virginia Tech (18:20).Then, former Carolina Baseball and Major League pitcher Alex White joins the Pod to talk life after baseball, his Tar Heel playing days, the College vs. Minor League vs. Major League experience and gives his thoughts on the recent Astros scandal (35:25).Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (1:22:26), The Amazing Tyler is coming for Red Panda (1:27:52), the Iguoma Iguanas return (1:36:48), Carolina Basketball ticket giveaway (1:42:06), we're selling Pod shirts for a good cause (1:43:25) and Jones gets caught in a musical Groundhog Day (1:48:51).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Carolina continued to struggle on the court...thoughts on Tar Heel hoops (2:05).Then, former Tar Heel player and coach Eddie Fogler joins the Pod to talk his time at Carolina, his successful coaching career and how he helps Universities fill coaching vacancies (16:59).Plus: we fell into a weird music rabbit hole (1:05:24), have we been using measuring tapes incorrectly our whole lives? (1:08:17) and we rectify the #SYLBG mistake from last show (1:22:06)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There was no game in the midweek for the Tar Heels so we are bringing you a DOUBLE POD!Some quick BB updates/thoughts (4:57) then Scott Williams (Coach Williams's son) joins the Pod to talk about his Carolina playing days, growing up the son of a Hall of Fame coach, wrestling his dad in front of the Kansas team and getting kicked out of a Carolina/Duke game (15:08).Then: Adam gives his New Year gift (1:08:32) and a tough #FiveSecondChallenge (1:15:40)Plus: Ferris Bueller's Day Off in the #RoadHouseChallenge (1:21:26)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 1/13/20See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was a tough weekend for Carolina Basketball (1:49) and Adam has some thoughts on people's reactions (18:21). Then, former Tar Heel great and longtime NBA coach John Kuester joins the Pod to talk his Tar Heel playing days, learning from Coach Smith and his successful NBA coaching career (25:44).Plus: women's basketball is playing well (1:03:18), #VacationFromLife (1:06:16), we announce the next #RoadHouseChallenge (1:11:59) and moreSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a #SadFriday because Carolina continues to struggle and has a difficult road ahead (1:08).Then, freshman guard Jeremiah Francis joins the Pod to talk his recovery from injury, his dedication to rehab and the challenge of suddenly starting in the ACC (21:36).Plus: a respectful #FiveSecondChallenge (46:50), Jones does NOT keep his promise to stay calm during #HCYJT (52:44), Adam has a Li'l Sebastian List (1:06:43) and #StoryTime about watching a game in enemy territory (1:16:48)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Carolina basketball took a disappointing loss on Saturday...where do the Heels go from here (2:54)?Then, an incredible interview with Howard Lee on growing up as an African-American in the deep south, becoming mayor of Chapel Hill (and eventually a State Senator), his friendship with Coach Smith, Charlie Scott's impact on basketball and society and much, much more (20:08).Plus: Carolina made an assistant coaching change in football (1:21:32), Josh Pastner is Adam's boy (1:24:59) and the excitement for "Top Gun: Maverick" is growing (1:38:37)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back after the holiday break and starting 2020 in a big way: Carolina basketball has won two in a row and is playing better, but suffered another key injury (4:30). Tar Heel football closed the 2019 season in impressive fashion and there is a lot of excitement for Carolina's future (20:53).Then, the governor of the state of North Carolina, Roy Cooper, joins the Pod to talk being a Tar Heel fan, his favorite Carolina memories and give an official position on roundabouts (33:05).Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (56:55), "The Aristocrat of Tenderness" (1:01:41), #HCYJT for the ACC Network's Player of the Decade (1:11:33), the angriest rendition of "Let It Go" in history (1:18:13) and is Jones trying to give himself a nickname (1:25:21)?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's our final Pod of 2019 and it is our biggest Pod ever!Basketball is trying to turn around a slide while playing out west (3:57), Football has a big National Signing Day (22:01) and we preview the Military Bowl match-up with Temple (31:18).Then, John Woodard, the owner of the Sutton's Drug Store, joins the Pod to tell stories of his multiple decades on the 100 Block of Franklin Street (39:05)Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (1:12:05) and Adam's List (1:18:29)Next, IT'S THE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR (1:30:37) which includes National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation going through the #RoadHouseChallenge (1:44:11)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mack Brown Live - Bowl Edition 12/16/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina is playing a regular season game in Carmichael for the first time since the 1980s and we get you ready for the throwback match-up with Wofford:Preview the Terriers (6:16)Phil Ford joins the Pod to talk playing in Carmichael, his favorite memories from the building and the nuances of being a Tar Heel point guard (17:46)We re-watch a Carmichael Classic as No. 1 Carolina hosts No. 2 Virginia from January 9th, 1982 (49:50)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 12/9/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina Basketball's rotten week got worse at Virginia, BUT Armando Bacot isn't hurt and Jeremiah Francis and Anthony Harris played for the first time...we look at all the storylines from Charlottesville (6:11).Then, the producer of the ACC Network's "All-Access: A Season With Carolina Basketball" Chris Duzan joins the Pod to talk being embedded with the Tar Heels, how he prepared to meet Coach Williams and how many hours of footage it takes to make one show (27:17).Plus: the Tar Heels are going to the Military Bowl (1:05:10), Mack Brown's savvy PR move (1:11:01), Carolina soccer's heartbreak (1:13:23) and a listener assisted #VacationFromLife (1:28:15)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was a long night for Carolina Basketball on Wednesday...we talk about the game and where the Heels go from here (4:02).Then, Brandon Robinson joins the Pod to talk his evolving role on the team, update us on the team gaming rankings, discuss the All-Access show and give a PSA about fan/player interactions on social media (17:03)Plus: a Bowl game (and one of our best) #FiveSecondChallenge (52:27), #LilSebastian List (1:00:32), info on upcoming events (1:08:14) and we close the week with a #StoryTime (1:20:08)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 12/2/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It was a busy and successful Thanksgiving for the Tar Heels and we will talk about it all.Carolina basketball bounced back from a loss to Michigan to pick up its biggest win of the young season and take third place in the Battle 4 Atlantis (3:06). Plus, after a sluggish first half, Tar Heel football dominated NC State on the way to bowl eligibility (22:29).Then, fresh off winning the program's second consecutive (and eighth overall) national championship, Carolina Field Hockey coach Karen Shelton and ACC POY/NCAA Tournament MVP Erin Matson join the Pod to talk being the champs, how/why the Tar Heels are so successful and setup a Pod Field Hockey challenge (37:46).Also: Jones's All-ACC votes (Adam doesn't have one...no big deal) (1:02:09), Adam's List (1:09:53) and a #VacationFromLife involving Big Grits, the Bahamas and Old Town Road (1:20:37)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mack Brown Live - 11/25/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina took care of business against Mercer and enjoyed a perfect Senior Day...we break down the special Saturday in Kenan (4:32).This is our only Pod of the week so we look ahead to busy week of action with Carolina Football visiting NC State with bowl eligibility on the line (17:43) and Carolina Basketball matching up with a tough field in the Battle 4 Atlantis (22:28).Then, one of our most popular guests, Freddie Kiger, joins the Pod to talk Coach Smith, Coach Brown, the changing TV industry and being a part of an intramural dynasty in Chapel Hill (28:17).Plus: Coach Brown's comments from Monday (1:17:02), did Christian Laettner TRY to run over Jeff Denny (1:28:13)? and an update on Tar Heel great Lennie Rosenbluth (1:35:15)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tar Heels looked sluggish, but topped Elon...we recap the win and look ahead to the difficult schedule over the next month for Carolina Basketball (6:26).Then, former Tar Heel basketball player, Jeff Denny, joins the Pod to tell incredible stories about: Coach Smith, JR Reid, Christian Laettner's recruiting visit to Carolina, Shaq's recruiting visit to Carolina, the classic 1989 ACC Tournament Championship game with Duke, Carolina's NCAA Tournament win over No. 1 Oklahoma in 1990 and much more (24:05).Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (1:11:41), an explosive #LocalNews reading (1:20:29), Mercer FB preview (1:27:51) and #Storytime (1:35:21). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Mack Brown Live - 11/18/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina basketball and football were both in action late last week and we break down the Tar Heels' win over Gardner-Webb in hoops (3:25) and game with Pittsburgh in football (15:55).Then, Carolina grad and soon-to-be NASA Astronaut, Zena Cardman, joins the Pod to talk BEING A FREAKING ASTRONAUT, the most realistic space movies and if there is life outside of Earth (33:03).Plus: FB All-ACC voting is coming soon...which Tar Heels should be involved (58:00), Brandon Robinson is trying to help with Hurricane relief (1:00:05) and Adam's List (1:03:20)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina played Pitt last night...you know what happened, but Jones and Adam don't...we lay out how we think the game may have played out (3:52).And, Tar Heel basketball is back in action tonight...we take a quick look at the Gardner-Webb game (6:55) and Adam has a tough #FiveSecondChallenge centered on Cole Anthony's hot start to the season (12:27).Then, former Tar Heel head coach John Bunting joins the Pod to talk his tenure in Chapel Hill, the challenges of being a Power Five head coach, his relationship with Chuck Amato and did TA McClendon score a TD or not in 2004 (17:38)?Finally, we take you through a tour of brand new Pod World HQ and revisit some fun memories along the way (55:52).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Carolina basketball worked its way past UNCW on Friday night and the guys recap the win (4:58).Then, Jones and Adam preview the Thursday night football showdown with Pitt as Carolina looks to take a big step towards bowl eligibility (20:48).Next, an awesome interview with former Tar Heel basketball assistant coach Dave Hanners who tells stories about the eight-point-in-17-second comeback in Carmichael, the 1993 National Championship, Jerry Stackhouse, Rasheed Wallace, Coach Smith's retirement and much, much more (31:54).Plus, Adam's List (1:29:19) and should we get a "Socket Shelf" (1:38:33)?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina opened the season with a big conference win and Cole Anthony exploded onto the college basketball scene...the guys break down the season opening victory and get you ready for the match-up with UNCW (2:58).Then, Tar Heel guard Christian Keeling joins the Pod to talk his path to Carolina, the infuriating way he plays video games, how tragedy has shaped his life and why he keeps trying to give Roy Williams a hug (and why Coach won't let him) (28:21).Plus: #FiveSecondChallenge (1:03:39), mailbag catch-up (1:14:21), a PSA on watching the BB game at UNCW (1:25:50) and Jones gives a #Hydration update (1:28:30)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roy Williams Live - 11/4/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WE HAVE A MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT TO START THE SHOW (0:00).Then, we recap the weekend with Carolina football coming up short against Virginia (5:42) and Tar Heel basketball picking up an exhibition win (17:50).Next, Ademola Okulaja joins the Pod to talk his friendship with Vince Carter and Antawn Jamison, the greatest dunk contest no one saw and watching the Berlin Wall fall (36:05).Plus: Lil' Sebastian List (1:32:02), Adam's Double #HCYJT (1:40:04) and Jones absolutely, positively didn't want to shave his head (1:51:09)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a massive weekend in Chapel Hill and the guys get you ready for the big football match-up with Virginia (7:47) and Carolina Basketball's exhibition game against Winston-Salem State (23:26).Then, William & Mary graduate transfer Justin Pierce joins the Pod to talk joining the Carolina Basketball family, goals for the season and dominating his brothers in wiffle ball (30:59).Plus: Adam's List (1:10:41), Sebastian the Ibis's legal troubles (1:11:44), Mack Brown saved "Football Friday" (1:22:45) and an incredible Big Grits related #StoryTime (1:31:46).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carolina beat Duke to bring home the Victory Bell and the guys break down the dramatic win (4:57).Then, double guests: First: Carolina football's strength and conditioning coordinator Brian Hess joins the Pod to talk his master plan, the balance between teaching and motivating and what happens if he ever indulges in a *gasp* cheat meal (30:40)Next: Tar Heel Associate AD Steve Kirschner joins the Pod to give you exclusive details from Carolina Basketball's closed scrimmage against Villanova from this past weekend (57:18)Plus: are we in the new Pod World HQ? (1:26:56), Nightmare Fuel Rameses and "Tar Heel Tim" are here to haunt your dreams (1:28:48) and #StoryTime (1:33:12)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mack Brown Live - 10/28/19See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.