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Inside Carolina: A UNC athletics podcast

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The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program.
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Coast to Coast: UNC Gets GM, Extends Hubert Davis

North Carolina Basketball has extended the contract of Hubert Davis, and hired its first-ever General Manager/Executive Director after naming Jim Tanner to the position on Tuesday. Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Greg Barnes join Joey Powell to discuss the impact this hire will have on the UNC program and what it means for the future.North Carolina Basketball has extended the contract of Hubert Davis, and hired its first-ever General Manager/Executive Director after naming Jim Tanner to the p...

Feb 26, 20251 hr 8 min

The Postgame: Heels Keep Rolling

The North Carolina Tar Heels kept their win streak going against Florida State Monday night with a 96-85 win. Inside Carolina’s Justin Jackson and producer John Bauman discuss how the Tar Heels prevailed, highlighting R.J. Davis' strong performance offensively, the impact of the lineup changes on this game and Cade Tyson's impact off the bench. The duo also take listener questions about UNC's tweaks and how they could impact the UNC-Duke game and discuss Ian Jackson's role coming off the bench. ...

Feb 25, 202548 min

Coast to Coast: Heels Take Two

North Carolina struggled mightily in the middle of the ACC Hoops schedule and now finds itself needing to have a near-flawless run to end the conference schedule if they anticipate an at-large NCAA tournament berth. As the latter games of the season present lesser competition, the onus is on the Tar Heels to win every game to even remain in consideration for the big dance. Hubert Davis's team did what they had to this week, knocking off NC State and UVa at home after leading for the entirety of ...

Feb 23, 20251 hr 1 min

The Postgame: UNC Cruises Past Virginia

Starting fast has not always been in the cards for this North Carolina basketball team, but Saturday night, the Tar Heels put the hammer down early on the visiting Virginia Cavaliers, leading 21-2 before most fans were comfortable in their Smith Center seats and cruised to the 81-66 win. Inside Carolina’s Dewey Burke and host Tommy Ashley discuss the important keys to victory, including the continued good play of Jae’Lyn Withers and UNC’s two dynamic freshmen making game winning plays throughout...

Feb 22, 202521 min

Press Coverage: UNC Finds Fire on Snowy Night

In this week's episode of Press Coverage, Inside Carolina's Jeremiah Holloway, Adam Smith and Evan Rogers join producer John Bauman to discuss UNC's win over N.C. State and the unique experience of covering the snow-day game. The panel discusses North Carolina's beat down of the Wolfpack, highlighting UNC's strong shooting performance from both three-point land and the paint. Then, North Carolina's lineup choices are analyzed as the quartet discusses North Carolina going big and Hubert Davis ele...

Feb 21, 202559 min

Up in the Rafters: Feeling Fan Energy

Inside Carolina's Taylor Vippolis is joined by National Champion and Final Four Most Outstanding Player Joel Berry, from the ACC Network, to break down the latest in Carolina Basketball after a 24-point win against NC State. In the episode, Vippolis and Berry talk about the energy in the Dean Dome with a general admission crowd due to weather, which leads to a conversation about the potential of a new arena. They also discuss what they've seen from UNC moving Ian Jackson to the bench and Jae'Lyn...

Feb 21, 202537 min

The Postgame: Easy Win

Nothing cures the winter blues better than a win over a rival and at least for one night, the North Carolina students got the seats they deserve and witnessed another blowout performance over the NC State Wolfpack. RJ Davis (21pts) and Seth Trimble (15) led the Tar Heels get out to a 28 point halftime lead and UNC set the cruise control from there, winning 97-73. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley discuss the details of the game and how this team can carry tonight’s momentum forwa...

Feb 20, 202521 min

Scouting Carolina's Portal Class: The Defensive Skill Positions

Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples joins host Tommy Ashley to breakdown his scouting reports on Bill Belichick’s portal additions at the defensive skill positions. Four defensive backs and a linebacker make up a group of versatile prospects giving North Carolina’s defensive coordinator Steven Belichick options at multiple positions. Staples highlights the highs and lows of each player along with the potential raising of the floor for the entire defense and special teams. To learn more about listene...

Feb 18, 202540 min

Shooting It Straight: Six Games, One Goal

Former North Carolina Tar Heels star Justin Jackson joins producer John Bauman to break down UNC's win over Syracuse on Saturday, focusing on the performance of Jae'lyn Withers and Ian Jackson. Then, the duo takes listener questions about Elliot Cadeau and how to continue to bring energy throughout the rest of the season. To close, Justin addresses the reports about the future of the Smith Center and what a college basketball All-Star Game could look like. To learn more about listener data and o...

Feb 18, 202554 min

This Week in UNC Baseball w/Scott Forbes: Good Start, Big Week Ahead

North Carolina’s Diamond Heels opened 2025 with a sweep of visiting Texas Tech and in doing so, showcased the pitching staff that had been the talk of the fall and preseason. Jason DeCaro’s start, the return of Jake Knapp and Folger Boaz coupled with the debut of three high potential freshmen kept the Red Raiders in check at the plate while UNC’s ‘doubles’ offense got the wins on the scoreboard. Head coach Scott Forbes joined Inside Carolina’s Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley to discuss the weekend...

Feb 17, 202533 min

Coast to Coast: Another Week Down

Another two games produced another mixed bag for the Tar Heels. A win highlights the results, but at this point in the season, the roster seems to be what it is, which includes the various issues that have plagued the season. Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan join Joey Powell to make sense of it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 20251 hr

The Postgame: Needed Win

In a conference as poor as the ACC, North Carolina’s trip to Syracuse will not move the need in a positive direction outside of the Smith Center. But a win for this team after a season of piling up losses is nothing but a good thing for those on the inside and the Heels got it done late against the Orange, 88-82. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington joins host Tommy Ashley to break down the Jae’lyn and Jackson show as Withers and Ian poured in a combined 42 points while RJ Davis’s 16 and six assists...

Feb 16, 202521 min

Press Coverage: What's Next for UNC?

North Carolina enters the weakest part of the ACC slate on Saturday and with off the court discussions about general managers, new arenas and coaching changes swirling, Hubert Davis and his team face the ever growing prospects of an early end to the season. Inside Carolina’s Jeremiah Holloway and Evan Rogers join host Tommy Ashley to discuss what’s next for this team and this program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear...

Feb 14, 202551 min

Scouting Carolina's Portal Class: The Defensive Line

’Building from the inside out’ are the most used words in North Carolina football recruiting over the past sixty days and rebuilding the lines has been a priority in the transfer portal for Bill Belichick and staff. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley take a look at the three defensive line additions - Melkart Abou-Jaoude, CJ Mims and Pryce Yates - and discuss what they bring into a young Tar Heel DL room in need of experience and production. To learn more about listener data and ou...

Feb 13, 202525 min

Special: Previewing the 2025 North Carolina Diamond Heels

Scott Forbes and his North Carolina Tar Heel baseball team are set to open the 2025 season on Friday evening against traditional power Texas Tech. The roster has been retooled and the graduation and professional draft losses have been filled with potential. Inside Carolina’s Grace Nugent and D1Baseball’s Pat James join host Tommy Ashley to preview the lineup, the pitching staff and the season ahead. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/priv...

Feb 12, 20251 hr

Up in the Rafters: Heels in Trouble, Hubert Davis Question

Inside Carolina's Taylor Vippolis is joined by National Champion and Final Four Most Outstanding Player Joel Berry, from the ACC Network, to break down the latest in Carolina Basketball after a 20-point loss at Clemson. In the episode, Vippolis and Berry debate if Hubert Davis should get another year in charge with the program trending in the wrong direction. Finally, they take questions from listeners, including if this season is salvageable, what's wrong with Ian Jackson, and much more. To lea...

Feb 12, 202538 min

The Postgame: Heels Fall Further with Ugly Loss

Former Tar Heel Justin Jackson joins producer John Bauman to break down UNC’s ugly 85-65 loss to Clemson on Monday night. First, the duo addresses the stats, North Carolina’s defense and effort. Then, Justin speaks to whether or not Hubert Davis has lost the team after a non-competitive ACC outing when so much was on the line. To close, Justin and John look ahead to the rest of the season and if North Carolina can pick up the pieces from here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...

Feb 11, 202545 min

Coast to Coast: Break Leads to a UNC Win

After a week off, North Carolina returned to action on Saturday against Pittsburgh with plenty of things to work on and plenty of chances to salvage something from the season. After squandering a lead and a potential Quad 1 win two weeks ago at Pitt, the Tar Heels found enough in the tank to hang on in the closing seconds to upend the Panthers 67-66. This week's episode features Sean Moran, Sherrell McMillan and Joey Powell unpacking the win and also discussing more about the potential GM hire f...

Feb 09, 20251 hr 1 min

The Postgame: Razor Thin Win

North Carolina’s one point win was not pretty, but there are no pictures on a scorecard and the Heels had to have Saturday night’s rematch with Pittsburgh if a NCAA Tournament bid remains anything beyond wishful thinking. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington joins host Tommy Ashley to break down the fast start, the scoring lulls and the wild ending of the 67-66 Carolina win. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about y...

Feb 09, 202523 min

Coast to Coast Special: UNC Basketball Creating GM Position

Weeks ago, a General Manager for UNC basketball was just an idea. On Monday, Hubert Davis confirmed staff additions on his weekly Coaches’ Show with Learfield, and mentioned the need for a GM in the current era of college basketball. Sherrell McMillan and Greg Barnes joined Joey Powell to talk about what the role may potentially look like, what it means for the program, and why this is a major waypoint in UNC hoops history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...

Feb 07, 20251 hr 13 min

This Week in UNC Baseball w/Scott Forbes: Ready to Launch

Heading into year five as head coach of the North Carolina baseball program, Scott Forbes has his team primed and ready for another run to Omaha and the College World Series in 2025. Forbes joins Inside Carolina’s Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley to discuss the process of keeping a program at a high level, the importance of unity and why his approach has always been to put the players first. With opening day just a week away, Forbes highlights players to watch and shares insights into preparations ...

Feb 06, 202556 min

Signing Day Dish: Completing UNC's 2025 Recruiting Class

Since the early December signing day was implemented, February has been a slower month for North Carolina football recruiting. The former coaching staff chose to have the applicable high school class locked in and mostly enrolled early and while early enrollees are a big part of the UNC 2025 class, Bill Belichick and his team of recruiters have remained in catch up mode, loading in the rest of this year’s recruiting class both from the portal and the high school ranks. Inside Carolina’s football...

Feb 05, 20252 hr 1 min

Up in the Rafters: Carolina Basketball Falling Drastically Short of Standard

Inside Carolina's Taylor Vippolis is joined by National Champion and Final Four Most Outstanding Player Joel Berry, from the ACC Network, to break down the latest in Carolina Basketball including a humiliating loss at Duke where the final score doesn't do the game justice. In the episode, Vippolis and Berry discuss how the game was essentially over by the first media timeout. Berry compares the Carolina Basketball program of late to a roller coaster with the team's performances fluctuating year ...

Feb 05, 202542 min

Special: Reniya Kelly, The Engine for Carolina WBB

Courtney Banghart’s North Carolina team has flown somewhat under the radar this season but after a northern California sweep last week, the Heels stand at 20-4 overall, 8-3 in the ACC and ranked 13th in the country. A big part of the rise has been the play of sophomore point guard Reniya Kelly and her ability to run the talented team with precision. Kelly joins Inside Carolina’s Jeremiah Holloway and Tommy Ashley to talk not only ball, but how she came to be such an important piece of this seaso...

Feb 04, 202529 min

Next Level: UNC Athletics Financial Report

North Carolina’s athletic department reported a record $164.5 million in total operating revenue during the 2023-24 fiscal year. Inside Carolina’s Greg Barnes has now obtained the full details and joins Tommy Ashley to discuss them and dig into the massive financial undertaking in managing 28 collegiate sports under one roof. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.c...

Feb 03, 202545 min

Coast to Coast: Group Therapy Sessions

UNC finds itself mired in a rough stretch, having dropped four of their last five contests, the most recent coming at the hands of arch-rival Duke. Some of the same issues continue to plague the team, often finding new flaws just as they've identified how to fix another. After a two loss week has the fanbase incredibly unsettled, Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan join Joey Powell for the Coast to Coast, and the three also invite in special guest, 2017 National Champ Justin Jackson to help make he...

Feb 03, 20251 hr 22 min

The Postgame: Outclassed

Embarrassed and outclassed. When the record books are checked years down the line, North Carolina’s dreaded foray into Cameron Indoor Stadium will not look like a complete destruction after the Blue Devils cruised through the last nine minutes of the game after leading by 32, 77-45, with 9:04 to play. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington joins host Tommy Ashley to break down the ugly aftermath of Carolina’s 87-70 loss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.au...

Feb 02, 202524 min

Press Coverage: UNC Gears Up for Duke

The Inside Carolina beat crew of Jeremiah Holloway and Evan Rogers join host John Bauman to preview UNC's matchup against Duke. First, the trio reviews UNC's media availability and shares the latest updates around Jalen Washington's availability. Then, they review the matchup of UNC-Duke, discussing how North Carolina can attack the Blue Devils and the height disparity between the two teams. To close, the Press Coverage team shares some positive stats and takes for how North Carolina could try t...

Jan 31, 202549 min

Up in the Rafters: Carolina Facing Tall Task At Duke

Inside Carolina's Taylor Vippolis is joined by National Champion and Final Four Most Outstanding Player Joel Berry, from the ACC Network, to break down the latest in Carolina Basketball. In the episode, Vippolis and Berry discuss how UNC's inability to close out games has plagued the team all season. The duo talks about which area of struggle from UNC's roster construction would make the greatest impact with improvement before previewing the matchup at Duke and what that environment is like. Fin...

Jan 31, 202540 min

The Postgame: UNC Folds Late, Again

The opponent changes but the story remains the same for North Carolina as Hubert Davis’s team goes ice cold down the stretch in Pittsburgh, losing 73-65 to the Panthers. Carolina led by 10 late in the first half before two RJ Davis turnovers aided Pitt’s 8-0 to cut the lead to two at the break. The Tar Heels lead by seven and twice by four in the second half and took a one point lead, 65-64, with 3:21 on an Elliot Cadeau layup. It would be the final points of the game for the Heels as the Panthe...

Jan 29, 202528 min
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