Best OG Triangle Media Podcasts (2025)

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OG Mailbag: Business of youth sports | Does Will Wade understand the assignment? | Escaping Triangle Good 23:59

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Ovies & Giglio dive into your latest OG Mailbag questions — from the booming (and frustrating) business of youth sports, to whether Will Wade truly understands the assignment at NC State. The guys also explore if anyone can actually escape the gravitational pull of Triangle Good, plus responses to their usual shenanigans on the podcast. Want the fu…

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Make or break for UNC, NC State & Duke | Wolfpack tech issues | Carolina Panthers deep ball woes | Social Media Dump | 11.13 1:38:26

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It’s a Butcher’s Market OG Live! Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio dive into a make-or-break Saturday for Triangle college football. Can NC State take advantage of Miami’s collapse to flip its season? Will Bill Belichick survive the Big Four Vortex as his first year with UNC winds down? And can Duke keep its ACC title hopes alive? ACC Network’s Wes Durham joi…

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College Football Playoff Shake-Up: ACC ain't dead | Logan Stankoven winning Caniac hearts | Hoops check-in | Nature's Releaf explains hemp panic | 11.12 1:39:18

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A College Football Playoff surprise — the ACC isn’t dead just yet! The committee gave the conference a lifeline by how they positioned Miami in the latest rankings. In ACC hoops, UNC picked up a few teachable moments in their win over Radford, while Wake Forest missed another chance to strengthen its NCAA Tournament résumé. Mike Maniscalco joins fo…

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Brian Daboll’s Out, Belichick Rumors Begin | Caleb Wilson Fever Hits Chapel Hill | Canales' explosive play dilemma | ACC vs Big Ten Reality Check | 11.11 1:27:26

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio kick off the show with the news that Brian Daboll has been fired by the New York Giants — and, of course, Bill Belichick’s name is already surfacing as a possible replacement. Would UNC fans be happy if he bolted back to the NFL? Meanwhile, the guys break down whether Dave Canales is more frustrated with Bryce Young or his …

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ACC CFP chances implode | Caleb Wilson rebooted UNC | Panthers have Bryce Young issue | OG Sports Phone | 11.10 1:35:27

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The ACC might miss the College Football Playoff — and Duke could be to blame. Ovies & Giglio kick off the show breaking down how the Blue Devils’ stumble has put the entire conference in danger. They also set up the upcoming "Triangle Good Vortex" that Bill Belichick must navigate in Chapel Hill. And even if the Tar Heels pull off wins over Wake Fo…

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Good start for Will Wade | Good sign for Hubert Davis | OG Mailbag 31:27

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Here's the mail, it never fails. Joe Giglio answers your calls on OG Butcher's Market Mailbag. Lots to talk about Will Wade and NC State basketball with some baseball love and a positive call about Hubert Davis. Enjoy your free portion. Subscribe for more at youtube.com/@OGTriangleMedia (just $5 a month) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se…

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What's good and what's good enough | LeVelle Moton conversation | Lightning round 1:39:39

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The college football playoff era has changed the definition of what is a good season. But what's good enough? LeVelle Moton returns for a conversation about NC Central's loss to NC State on Monday and the new realties of college basketball. Plus the Lightning Round! Alex Nunnally joins Joe Giglio for a Butcher's Market OG Live.OG Winter Pop-Up Shop…

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OG Business: Will ESPN ever return to YouTube TV? Disney vs Google carriage dispute explained 14:25

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On this episode of OG Business, Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos break down the latest carriage dispute between Disney and Google that’s left YouTube TV subscribers wondering — will ESPN ever come back? The guys dig into how ESPN found itself in this position and what it says about the changing media landscape. Plus, how the network drifted away from …

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Duke & UNC hoops take shape | Introducing 'Reckoning Alert Days' | How Panthers are surging | ACC CFP hopes fading | 11.05 1:39:34

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Ovies & Giglio open the show breaking down the near-impossible path for the ACC to send two teams to the College Football Playoff. Then, The Athletic’s Brendan Marks joins live from Charlotte after Duke’s season-opening win over Texas to share early impressions of both the Blue Devils and Tar Heels — and whether they’ve shown their true potential. …

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NC State & UNC set tone for hoops in opening wins | Panthers finally getting national attention | Canes check-in w/ Maniscalco | 11.04 1:32:16

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Demetri Ravanos fills in for Joe Giglio on today’s Ovies & Giglio — and it’s a big one. The guys dive into the “Red Reckoning” in Raleigh, where NC State head coach Will Wade made a statement in a dominating season-opening win over NC Central. What does it all mean? Maybe nothing… or maybe the Wolfpack are about to be the story of the ACC. Over in …

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NC State "Law of the Wolf'd" Georgia Tech | UNC turns corner vs Syracuse | Duke in ACC hunt | Panthers stun Packers | Lightning Round | 11.03 1:39:40

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Ovies & Giglio dive into a massive weekend in football — starting with NC State’s upset over Georgia Tech, a win that could reshape the Wolfpack’s season and how fans talk about Dave Doeren's future in Raleigh. Meanwhile, UNC might’ve finally turned a corner after beating Syracuse. Giglio sees the improvements, and while Ovies gives a ton of credit…

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OG Mailbag: Doeren replacements | Does anyone like Brian Kelly? | Belichick coverage | Svech back? | Urinal talk 34:33

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Ovies & Giglio open up a fresh OG Mailbag and tackle your questions on everything from Rod Brind’Amour’s approach with the injury-hit Carolina Hurricanes to why Brian Kelly seems universally disliked. The guys also dig into potential replacements for Dave Doeren at NC State, whether Ovies has a growing case of “Belichick Derangement Syndrome,” and …

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Doeren downplays retirement talk | NC State & UNC at season crossroads | Brind'Amour convo | 10.30 1:27:02

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Ovies & Giglio are back with a Butcher’s Market OG Live! The guys open with NC State head coach Dave Doeren addressing (and downplaying) retirement rumors before the Wolfpack’s matchup with Georgia Tech. Both NC State and UNC are at a season crossroads — if either team’s going to salvage 2025, it starts now. The coaching carousel continues to spin,…

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Bomani Jones on Ohtani, current state of college coaching | Holding NC State hoops to the 'reckoning' standard | Canes injuries piling up | 10.29 1:25:31

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Ovies & Giglio open the show with an OG Sports Phone call that accuses the Carolina Hurricanes of being on “fraud alert.” Are they getting trolled, or are there some Caniacs overreacting to a solid start clouded by injuries? The guys also break down the World Series — can the Blue Jays really pull this off against the Dodgers? Bomani Jones joins to…

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Dodgers-Blue Jays 'Equinox' epic | Canales’ messaging mess | Doeren’s calm future | ACC CFP chances | Canes back home | 10.28 1:30:41

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Ovies & Giglio dive into a jam-packed Sports Equinox episode, starting with an instant World Series classic between the Dodgers and Blue Jays — and a reminder that we may not fully appreciate Shohei Ohtani’s historic greatness. Back home, two local coaches met with the media: Carolina Panthers’ Dave Canales, who needs to clean up his messaging abou…

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How NC State should handle Doeren going forward | Canales fumbles Panthers RB plan | Triangle hoops overreactions | OG Sports Phone | 10.27 1:29:31

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The latest Ovies & Giglio kicks off with a question -- what would be funnier, recently fired LSU coach Brian Kelly ending up at NC State or UNC? From there, the guys break down the state of Wolfpack football under Dave Doeren, where fan apathy is setting in and AD Boo Corrigan has decisions to make. In Chapel Hill, UNC continues to lose close ones.…

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OG Mailbag: NC State Fair messing it up for Canes & Pack? | Gambling regulation | Are the youths OK? 20:47

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It’s another edition of the OG Mailbag, recorded live from Lonnie Poole Golf Course on NC State’s Centennial Campus! Ovies & Giglio are out on the links supporting an event that helps raise money for future course improvements — and if you haven’t been, the Downtown Raleigh backdrop alone is worth the trip. The guys answer your listener questions a…

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FBI gambling probe nets NBA | NC State, UNC & NFL football picks | G League goes back to college? | Hartford Whalers stolen valor | 10.23 1:35:13

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It’s another Butcher’s Market OG Live! Ovies & Giglio dive into the wild duality of the NBA — NBC’s nostalgic broadcast vibes, Victor Wembanyama’s breakout performances, and Cooper Flagg’s debut are all good headlines… but so is an FBI gambling probe involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and more. In college hoops, the guys break down ACC teams…

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Slam dunk for NBA on NBC | Duke rookies take center stage | Canes continue road trip 1:19:31

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The NBA returned to NBC on Tuesday night to open the 2025-26 season and it was a nostalgic hit with the John Tesh music and Michael Jordan memories. The games were good, too. Speaking of nostalgia, the Canes continue their west coast road trip with a throwback game with Colorado, er the Quebec Nordiques. Mike Maniscalco joins to discuss. Alec Makar…

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OG Business: What AI-Generated 60s Soul Covers of 90s Hits Reveal About Sports Media’s Future 9:50

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Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos kick off the show with Joe’s new obsession — AI-generated 60s soul covers of 90s alternative hits — and wonder how long before the same kind of machine-made creativity infiltrates the sports take industrial complex. From there, the guys dive into how football has completely swallowed sports media, leaving massive stori…

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No college football coach is safe in 2025 | Anish Shroff on Carolina Panthers, crazy play-by-play travel | Lightning Round | Lime scooter jumper update | 10.21 1:23:59

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The college football coaching carousel has officially taken over the sport — even more than the College Football Playoff race itself. Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio dive into the madness, as nine coaches have already been fired, costing schools a staggering $116 million in buyouts. And we’re not done yet — with FSU’s Mike Norvell and LSU’s Brian Kelly bo…

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Manny Diaz is Chuck Amato in Devils clothing | Are the Carolina Panthers...good!? | UNC wasn't most embarrassing ACC squad for once | Lightning Round | 10.20 1:34:02

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio kick off the show diving into a wild weekend in college football — and somehow, Bill Belichick wasn’t the most embarrassing ACC coach. Florida State fell to Stanford, Clemson stumbled at SMU, Miami melted down against Louisville, and Duke found another way to beat themselves. Giglio unveils his “Chuck Amato Theory” connecti…

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OG Mailbag: UNC GM Lombardi met with Saudi Arabia | Advice for NC State's Doeren | Dundon's traffic conspiracy 31:05

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In the 10/17 edition of OG Mailbag, Ovies & Giglio address your questions and OG Sports Phone calls. What's up with UNC GM Michael Lombardi meeting with Saudi Arabian officials for potential fundraising? Is there anything to Pablo Torre's latest episode on Belichick? What's Giglio's advice for NC State head coach Dave Doeren on how to handle the re…

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Panthers-Jets Feels Like a Trap Game | Better Football Job: NC State or UNC? | Canes Road Check-in | Lime Scooter Legend | 10.16 1:22:55

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With Joe Giglio in Greenville for ECU vs. Tulsa, Chip Patterson joins Joe Ovies. The guys open with college football, where TV networks appear to be abandoning Bill Belichick’s Tar Heels now that UNC isn’t a national draw. If fans aren’t showing up and the team’s getting buried in the schedule, what’s the point of keeping Belichick in Chapel Hill? …

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OG Business: What State Fair Food Teaches Us About the State of Local Media 17:27

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It’s business time! A new episode of OG on Business sees Joe & Demetri start with fair food and end with classic rock radio icons. It’s a long one with a lot of ground to cover. Want the full episode? It's just $5/month! Sign up for their Youtube Membership Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Qpevj6hElebdWc2SSGkWw/join Hosted by Simplecast,…

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The best football program in NC | Tiers of extremely online Caniacs | UNC's 'lost years' of hoops | 10.15 1:30:23

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio kick things off by breaking down why traffic around Carter-Finley Stadium is a nightmare for everything except football. Then it’s over to the Carolina Hurricanes, where Ovies urges fans to pace themselves during the long grind of the NHL season — and unveils his tiers of “Extremely Online Canes Fans.” The guys also dive in…

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Duke to Penn State? Not Diaz, but Elko | NFL Week 6 observations | B1G buyouts | Lightning Round | 10.14 1:35:18

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Giglio’s back — and he’s finally ready to reveal the real reason he missed Monday’s show: he was processing the possibility of Matt Rhule to Penn State. (Okay, maybe not entirely… but still.) Turns out, Giglio has a mystery candidate for the Nittany Lions job — and it’s a former Duke coach who’s not Manny Diaz. Then Extra Points’ Matt Brown joins t…

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Panthers solid at home, but Jets will tell the truth | What Franklin’s Penn State firing means for NC State and UNC | Belichick's reality distortion field | 10.13 1:30:47

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With Giglio on assignment, Demetri Ravanos joins Joe Ovies for a loaded episode of Ovies & Giglio. The guys open with a trip up I-95 to Philly, where the chaos of sports talk radio callers perfectly sums up how fans process their teams — including the Carolina Panthers. After wins over the Dolphins and Cowboys, Carolina finally looks like a compete…

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Stanley Cup or Bust? Canes open season | Do your job, Bill Belichick | Seth Jarvis conversation 2:00:34

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Game 1 is here for the Carolina Hurricanes. Are they built to win the Stanley Cup? Seth Jarvis joins Joe and Joe for a conversation about his eventful 2025 and what's to come in 2026. Free advice for Bill Belichick: Do your job! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of pers…

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OG Business: The Business of Belichick Has Officially Gone Bust at UNC 25:38

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The business of Belichick has officially gone bust. Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos break down how North Carolina’s high-stakes gamble on the legendary NFL coach has backfired — fast. The Tar Heels brought in Bill Belichick to spark donations, drive ticket sales, and boost TV ratings. Instead, after a 2–3 start and blowout losses to TCU, UCF, and Cle…

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ACC Tipoff convos w/ Will Wade, Jon Scheyer, Steve Forbes & more | UNC working on Belichick exit strategy? | Hoops predictions | 10.08 1:42:21

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Ovies & Giglio are live from ACC Tipoff in Charlotte, where basketball takes center stage…even if the Belichick circus in Chapel Hill is stealing some headlines. The guys react to Andrew Jones’ latest report about UNC exploring exit strategies from the Bill Belichick era — and why Hubert Davis and the Heels are the perfect palate cleanser for Tar H…

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Hubert Davis, Seth Tremble on fresh start at UNC | ACC Women's Hoops primer | Today in Belichick | 10.7 1:38:34

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Why being 'averagely bad' is GOOD for the Carolina Panthers | Eric Mac Lain on ACC | Belichick & Lombardi think we're all stupid | 10.6 1:31:55

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Move, Bill, get out the way: Clemson acts a fool on UNC, fans rollout on Belichick | OG After Dark 42:34

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Clemson came to Chapel Hill and said move, Bill...get out the way. The Tigers rolled out southern hospitality in the worst way from the start — dropping 35 points on North Carolina in the first half. What's your fantasy, Belichick haters? Gotta think the Heels once again looking ill-prepared for Power 4 competition would be on that number one spot.…

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OG Mailbag: What happens after Doeren? | Rooting for Belichick to fail? | Getting 'left behind' 35:02

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In this week’s OG Mailbag, brought to you by The Butcher’s Market, the guys run through several OG Sports Phone calls. Dave Doeren's future at NC State? Is everyone rooting for Belichick to fail at UNC? Is there such a thing as trying to hire a coach under perfect market conditions? And more! Want the full OG Mailbag? It's just $5/month! Sign up fo…

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UNC vs. Clemson 'Narrative Bowl' | CFP Contenders Emerging | B1G's $2B Private Capital Play | Atlantic Reclaiming OBX Homes | 10.2 1:25:31

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It’s another Butcher’s Market OG Live. The guys start off highlighting Giglio's growing crush on UNC hoops freshman Caleb Wilson. There's actual hype and excitement in Chapel Hill for what's about to happen on the court. Can't really say the same about football. The Heels host Clemson is what is shaping up to be a 'Narrative Bowl' for Belichick and…

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Another lost Panthers NFL Draft class | UNC's QB problem, ACC check-in w/ Wes Durham | Canes vibe check w/ Maniscalco | NC State Fair foods | 10.1 1:15:29

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⚾ The guys kick things off with a little Casual Baseball Fan — MLB playoffs are off to a great start…unless you’re a Yankees fan who can’t stand Aaron Boone. 🏈 In the NFL, the Carolina Panthers waived DJ Johnson, the latest member of the 2023 draft class to flame out. It’s more proof of the bigger problems under David Tepper’s ownership. 🏟️ ESPN’s …

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OG Business: What's happening at WRAL? | Taylor Swift out, 'Super Bunny' Halftime Show in 23:22

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Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos dig into The Assembly’s profile on WRAL, spotlighting revealing quotes from Jimmy Goodmon, the fourth-generation president of Capitol Broadcasting. They also break down the NFL’s surprise move to tap Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, shelving those Taylor Swift rumors in favor of an international play. Plus, …

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Why Belichick doesn’t deserve patience at UNC | NFL coming down to Eagles & Bills already? | 'Casual Baseball Fan' returns | 9.30 1:29:54

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The latest episode of Ovies & Giglio kicks off in the NFL, where injuries and penalties are dragging down the product. Still, early signs point to a possible Super Bowl collision course between the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills. Meanwhile, Carolina Panthers fans — remember, it could always be worse. TarHeel247’s Andrew Jones joins the show …

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Ranking Dave Doeren’s WORST losses at NC State | Carolina Panthers torch remaining goodwill | Raucous Ryder Cup | OG Sports Phone | 9.29 1:44:11

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The latest episode of Ovies & Giglio opens with NC State’s loss to Virginia Tech. Was it the worst defeat of the Dave Doeren era? Many Wolfpack fans think so, but Joe and Joe rank the disappointments and explain why Saturday’s letdown doesn’t even crack the Top 5. Meanwhile, Duke is staking its claim atop Triangle Good Mountain. With Manny Diaz fin…

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OG Mailbag: Can you respect Duke football? | Hot Ryder Cup takes | Belichick actually cooked? 33:38

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In this week’s OG Mailbag, brought to you by The Butcher’s Market, the guys dig into whether it’s finally time to take Duke football seriously, react to fan feedback from their interviews with NC State’s Will Wade and American commissioner Tim Pernetti, and tackle some big questions: Is Bill Belichick officially cooked? Does Giglio have a hot Ryder…

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Will Wade on rebooting NC State, embracing UNC/Duke rivalries | Week 5 college football picks | 9.25 1:39:35

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It’s another Butcher’s Market OG Live, and Ovies & Giglio are looking ahead to a busy weekend in college football. Will NC State stumble against Virginia Tech? Can Duke build on their win over the Wolfpack when they face a hot Syracuse squad? In the Top 25, there’s family heat in LSU vs. Ole Miss and Alabama could be in a full-blown pressure cooker…

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OG Business: Kimmel is back, but will Trump let it go? | Have local affiliates lost leverage? 22:31

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In this episode of OG Business, Joe & Demetri dive deep into the latest in media, sports, and controversy. They unpack Jimmy Kimmel’s return — is it really over, or will Trump’s next distraction and ABC’s leverage with affiliates (hello, football) reshape the battle? Or could the FCC drag ABC into a drawn-out fight? Plus! Tom Brady addresses confli…

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American commish Tim Pernetti convo | Carolina Panthers are the 'Reapers' | Gundy, Doeren & the carousel | 9.24 1:29:08

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The guys welcome American commissioner Tim Pernetti for a wide-ranging conversation. How did his experience leading Rutgers into the Big Ten prepare him for positioning an entire conference against the Power 4? What’s ahead for college football with major TV contracts expiring in 2030, and what role will private equity play in shaping the sport’s f…

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Officially Triangle hoops season | Can Carolina Panthers stack wins over weak schedule? | NC Baseball Museum | 9.23 1:25:55

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Ovies & Giglio open with the ACC’s move to a 9-game football schedule before shifting gears to hoops, where NC State’s Will Wade and UNC freshman Caleb Wilson have fans ready to lock in on Triangle basketball. Underwhelming football results have once again reminded everyone that the real fire on Tobacco Road burns on the court. Julian Council from …

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Duke atop 'Triangle Good' Mountain | Doeren has Pack fans restless | Belichick looks checked out at UNC | What's up with Hurricanes interest in McLeod? | 9.22 1:46:49

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The latest Ovies & Giglio dives into a packed weekend of football (and a little hockey drama). The guys start with Duke’s win over NC State, where Giglio wonders if Dave Doeren can survive a restless Wolfpack fanbase. Manny Diaz and the Blue Devils get their flowers before the focus shifts to Bill Belichick at UNC — another embarrassing Big 12 loss…

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Duke vs NC State came down to who made fewest mistakes | UNC embarrassed at UCF | OG After Dark 1:03:57

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It was a wild Saturday in the ACC. Duke vs NC State was the high scoring affair we all expected, but nobody could've have predicted it Wolfpack QB CJ Bailey's turnover filled performance. Down in Florida, North Carolina was embarrassed by UCF. The Tar Heels don't look prepared and Bill Belichick looks over it. Ovies & Giglio react to all the action…

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OG Mailbag: AP Top 25 voting process | Was Doeren talked out of retiring? | Stolen Carhartt valor 33:03

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In this week’s OG Mailbag, Ovies & Giglio tackle everything from how the AP Top 25 voting process really works to whether rocking Carhartt counts as “stolen valor.” Before Giglio gets into the rumor NC State talked Dave Doeren out of retiring last season, he finally hears the infamous Casey Kasem radio outtake. Plus, does Ovies actually hate Bill B…

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NC State vs. Duke & other ACC picks | Manny Diaz convo | Carolina Hurricanes burning questions | 9.18 1:37:27

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live. Ovies & Giglio welcome CBS Sports’ Chip Patterson to break down a busy college football weekend, including NC State’s road trip to Duke, UNC’s final “preseason” matchup with UCF, and why Dabo Swinney seems to be crashing out over a 1-2 start at Clemson. Plus, Duke head coach Manny Diaz joins the show …

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Are college football coaches OK? | Dabo sounds off on doubters | Belichick already lost national interest? | Tom Brady above the rules | 9.17 1:33:29

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Demetri Ravanos fills in for Giglio on the latest Ovies & Giglio, and the guys dive right into how wild this college football hiring cycle could get. They ask the big question: are coaches OK? LSU’s Brian Kelly is apologizing to reporters, while Clemson’s Dabo Swinney went on a 13-minute rant after a simple question about losing to Georgia Tech. Is…