Best Synced Up Media Podcasts (2025)

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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…

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Steve Smith blasts Charlotte as a “weak ass city” over Carolina Panthers fans | Not all 0-2 NFL teams are the same | Social Media Dump | 9.16 1:30:45

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In this episode of Ovies & Giglio, an amusing grocery store run-in that perfectly sums up how NC State fans feel about Dave Doeren — even when the Wolfpack are winning, it doesn’t always feel that way. But no fan base is more down bad than those in Charlotte right now. The Carolina Panthers are 0-2, the vibes are awful, and even former WR Steve Smi…

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Duke struggles, another empty Belichick win | Panthers, Canales & Young out of sync, out of time | Virginia Tech resets again | 9.15 1:48:49

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In this episode of Ovies & Giglio, the guys dig into Duke football’s back-to-back missed opportunities against quality opponents and another “empty calorie” win for Bill Belichick at UNC. They shift to Clemson’s loss at Georgia Tech, where the Yellow Jackets deserve all the credit, but Dabo Swinney still has plenty to answer for as the Tigers look …

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Rob Hammett - Founder of TheModernShopper.com & Former Justuno OG 39:22

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In this conversation, Rob and Erik discuss the challenges and strategies in e-commerce marketing, focusing on user engagement, conversion optimization, and the importance of a unified approach in agency operations. Rob shares insights from his experience with Modern Shopper, emphasizing the need for effective use of pop-ups and CRO tools, the signi…

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Faith, Fitness, and Finding Purpose with Joy Watts 44:32

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Self care and improvement is the theme of the month and today’s guest is a poster child for an improved life through self-care! Facing significant obstacles from a young age, Joy Watts was living a less-than-optimal life. Difficult circumstances led to addiction, leading to poor choices, until one day divine intervention completely changed her traj…

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OG Mailbag: Is Doeren a 'Disney Adult' the way he's got NC State riding rollercoasters? 37:19

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Ovies & Giglio fire up the OG Mailbag and take you on the ultimate Wolfpack roller coaster. With the help of the OG Sports Phone, they revisit NC State fan calls from the lows of Wake Forest being up a couple scores to the highs of Dave Doeren pulling the “Negativity Wagon” across the finish line. The guys also dive into your questions about why Gi…

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NC State, UNC & Duke: Week 3 ACC football picks | NC Rabbit Hole investigates 'Aye Zigga Zoomba' | 9.11 1:26:48

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live. In this episode of Ovies & Giglio, the guys are live at Longleaf Swine in Raleigh ahead of NC State's trek to Wake Forest. They'll get into that matchup and more, including another "figure it out" game for UNC and a homecoming of sorts for Duke QB Darian Mensah. Giglio has some wagering advice for the…

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Why Women Get Injured More Than Men (And How to Prevent It) 36:32

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Injuries are a part of life and they’re almost unavoidable. But did you know women are more prone to certain injuries than men? In this episode, we talk about what injuries women are prone to, discuss theories on why this is the case, talk about what you can do to prevent injury, strategies for working around an injury, and how to build resilience.…

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OG Business: Are the Carolina Panthers worth covering? | What NIN teaches us about the media biz 18:57

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On this episode of OG On Business, Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos kick things off with an unlikely media lesson from a Nine Inch Nails concert before diving into the big question: are the Carolina Panthers even worth covering right now? The franchise’s struggles on the field may have already cost them multiple generations of new fans. The guys also …

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Spencer Hall on appreciating Doeren, whether Belichick matters | SEC complaining about B1G is rich | How NIL is impacting youth hockey | 9.10 1:35:33

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Ovies & Giglio kick things off with the ACC basketball schedule and how the league keeps chipping away at the core matchups fans actually care about. From there, they pivot to the NCAA Oversight Committee’s push for a single transfer portal window in college football — something some coaches want and others hate. The guys also dive into the latest …

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Are fans overreacting to Carolina Panthers Week 1 loss? | College QBs vs. NFL QBs | Social Media Dump 1:26:13

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Ovies & Giglio kick things off by remembering some football dudes after JJ McCarthy led a Monday Night Football comeback for the Vikings. Winning a national championship doesn’t always guarantee NFL QB greatness—and Ovies argues it’s really about the league scrambling to find a new golden age of quarterbacks now that only Josh Allen and Lamar Jacks…

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Doeren’s "Complementary Football 2.0" at NC State, Duke’s costly mistakes vs Illinois & Belichick’s petty UNC win | Same ol' Panthers fall flat, frustrate fans | OG Sports Phone | 9.08 1:42:25

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The latest episode of Ovies & Giglio kicks off with college football takeaways — NC State’s win over Virginia, Duke’s missed opportunity against Illinois, and some yellow flags popping up despite UNC’s victory over Charlotte. The guys pivot to the NFL, where the Carolina Panthers delivered another flat Week 1 performance. So much for the supposed “…

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Bill Belichick’s Patriots grudge is sabotaging UNC? | 'Salty Dave' back at NC State? | Canes uniform reviews | OG Mailbag 34:31

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In this edition of Ovies & Giglio's OG Mailbag, the guys dig into your burning questions — starting with Bill Belichick reportedly banning New England Patriots scouts from UNC practices and games. Is his ego and arrogance the very thing holding the Tar Heels back from operating like a real college football program? And speaking of coaching legends,…

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Can Carolina Panthers avoid going from hope to cope? | Tar Heel Therapy w/ ESPN's Brooke Pryor | NFL & ACC best bets | 9.4 1:44:13

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live. In this episode of Ovies & Giglio, the guys start by pointing out how Bill Belichick has been a punchline all week long before diving into their best bets for ACC football. They tackle the biggest NFL questions heading into the season, and ESPN’s Brooke Pryor joins for some much-needed Tar Heel Therap…

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Dave Clawson on Belichick and life after football | Canes unveil new road jerseys | Is it officially hoops season in Chapel Hill? | 9.3 1:38:13

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The latest episode of Ovies & Giglio kicks off with a live reaction to the Carolina Hurricanes unveiling their new road jerseys—and let’s just say Ovies is very hyped about one specific detail. From there, the guys pivot to the official start of basketball season in Chapel Hill before diving into Dan Hurley’s “existential crisis” as a coach who’s w…

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What’s next for Belichick & UNC after embarrassing loss to TCU? | FSU Week 1's biggest winner | 'Last' first pitch for Carolina Mudcats | 9.2 1:51:55

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Bill Belichick’s debut at North Carolina wasn’t just rough — it was a primetime meltdown. Running on just a couple hours of sleep, Ovies & Giglio break down what went wrong in TCU’s win over the Tar Heels. How will Belichick respond to a humbling first game? Has UNC’s “easy” schedule suddenly become a lot tougher? And the big question everyone’s as…

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Bill Belichick’s UNC Debut SHOCKER: Tar Heels collapse vs TCU after hot start | OG After Dark 1:07:03

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It’s the debut of Bill Belichick in Chapel Hill, and OG After Dark is here for the aftermath. North Carolina opened with a dream start — a scripted touchdown drive and a quick defensive stop — but TCU punched right back, seized control, and never let go. Things got even bleaker for the Tar Heels when the Horned Frogs opened the second half with a 7…

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OG Business: Saying goodbye to Lee Corso and hello to FOX/B1G vs. ESPN/SEC wars 25:32

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In the latest edition of OG on Business, Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos ask a personal question: did you tear up during Lee Corso’s emotional farewell on ESPN College GameDay? The guys break down why Corso received a rare, proper sendoff from the Worldwide Leader before pivoting to what could be a full-blown propaganda war between FOX and ESPN over …

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Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields and A New Era of Self-Care with Mark Fox 41:45

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September is Self Care Awareness and Improvement Month! We are living in a time with access to tools that offer the ability to truly optimize our wellbeing like never before. We owe that to people like today’s guest, Mark Fox. A former Space Shuttle Chief Engineer, Mark has passion for innovation and pushing boundaries, and the state of health arou…

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Supplement Safety: What Every Woman Should Know in an Under-Regulated Market 30:56

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Supplements line the shelves of every health store and flood our social media feeds with promises of fat loss, energy, and better performance. But how safe are they really? In this episode, we break down how dietary supplements are regulated in the U.S., noting important difference in consumer protections with supplements vs. drugs. Timestamps 0:00…

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Why NC State & ECU fans are equally annoyed | Darian Mensah looks like real deal at Duke | Crucial ACC season openers | 8.29 1:02:26

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio take a step back from the chaos of OG After Dark to find some rational takeaways from NC State’s win over ECU. How did Dave Doeren reach a point where even victories leave a chunk of the Wolfpack fanbase unsatisfied? Around the ACC, Duke QB Darian Mensah looks like the real deal, while the league faces a pivotal stretch of …

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NC State beats ECU, but is Doeren’s Wolfpack heading for fan mutiny? | OG After Dark 56:01

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It’s OG After Dark, brought to you by Bloomin’ Blinds! Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio were live following NC State’s season opener against ECU at Carter-Finley Stadium. The guys break down the Wolfpack vs. Pirates, react to what it means for both programs, and take your thoughts in real time. While it was a win for NC State, it might've been a loss for h…

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Wes Durham on NC State vs. ECU, what's at stake for ACC | Panthers move Thielen, make big statement on Bryce Young & WRs | Tony Haynes' last run with the Pack | 8.27 1:40:24

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On this episode of Ovies & Giglio, ESPN’s Wes Durham stops by to preview NC State vs. ECU, what’s on the line across the ACC, and what to expect from Bill Belichick’s UNC debut on Monday night. Plus, longtime Wolfpack radio voice Tony Haynes reflects on his career and the moments that defined his time in the Triangle. In the NFL, the Carolina Panth…

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OG Business: Arch Manning, Shedeur Sanders, Bronny James, and how SEO optimized sports topics have taken over 16:39

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Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos kick things off discuss whether or not SEO optimization and algorithms are behind topics like Arch Manning, Shedeur Sanders, and Bronny James taking over national shows. Is the talent actually there to warrant so much attention or is this a byproduct of a broken sports take industrial complex. The guys also discuss Lee…

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Carolina Mudcats say goodbye to Zebulon | Belichick embracing 'Triangle Good'? | Pack vs. Pirates odds | NFL Lightning Round | 8.25 1:34:19

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio chat with Carolina Mudcats GM David Lawrence about the team’s final homestand in Zebulon and what’s next for the franchise. The guys also spot something intriguing on Bill Belichick’s whiteboard during Hulu’s documentary announcement, break down odds for NC State’s home opener against ECU, and hit Carolina Panthers news plu…

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Supplement Basics for Women: Protein, Creatine, and Avoiding the BS 26:51

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The supplement industry is massive—worth over $60 billion in 2024 in the U.S. alone—and chances are you’ve come across it in your daily life, whether at the grocery store, on Instagram, in a doctor’s office, or even from a well-meaning mother-in-law. But with so many powders, pills, and potions out there, how do you know what’s worth your money and…

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OG Mailbag: Should ACC match SEC move to 9 conference games? | CFP format debate | Bubba convo reaction | Cracker Barrel gone woke 23:44

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It’s mailbag time! Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio dive into listener questions exclusively on their YouTube Membership channel. They tackle what the ACC should do as the lone Power 4 league not playing nine conference games, ongoing College Football Playoff format debates, and reactions to their recent interview with UNC AD Bubba Cunningham. Plus, they w…

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Panthers wrap NFL preseason on whimper | Old coaches want back in | State of THC of NC | 8.21 1:15:57

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live. Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio are broadcasting from Nature's Releaf in Garner. Darin Gantt drops by to wrap up the Carolina Panthers’ preseason — which ended with more of a whimper than a bang. Are the Panthers still shopping for a wide receiver before Week 1? In college football, the guys break down which…

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UNC AD Bubba Cunningham on ACC future, 'Carolina North' & coaching fits | Should the Carolina Panthers trade for Trey Hendrickson? | Shopping cart archery | 8.20 1:36:13

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio spend 30 minutes with UNC AD Bubba Cunningham, starting with a hypothetical — what would 2025 Bubba tell 2011 Bubba? They dig into UNC’s future in the ACC, the idea of a new basketball arena in ‘Carolina North,’ Hubert Davis’ expectations, and how Bill Belichick fits into the Tar Heels’ football plans. The guys then pivot t…

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OG Business: NFL all-in for Taylor Swift Super Bowl Halftime | Bill Simmons exposes podcasters for buying subs, cooking downloads | ESPN's TikTok clone 15:00

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Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos kick things off with Taylor Swift’s appearance on New Heights and whether it forces the NFL’s hand to make her the Super Bowl halftime performer. They also take aim at FOX Sports’ studio shows and why they don’t measure up to the marquee events they cover. Plus, Bill Simmons accuses big-name podcasters of buying YouTub…

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Carolina Panthers defense a disaster waiting to happen | Big Ten’s CFP 'idea' straight up trash | NCAA vs. Michigan | Social media dump | 8.18 1:40:24

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio open the show with the latest in college football, from the NCAA’s punishment of Michigan to the Big Ten’s bizarre College Football Playoff expansion idea. Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle joins to break down the Panthers’ joint practices and whether Saturday’s ugly preseason performance is a red flag before Week…

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Unlocking Brain Balance: Cereset with Gina Fontaine 35:19

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We continue to embrace National Wellness Month, and today Michelle is joined by Gina Fontaine, a woman on her own wellness and healing journey for decades. Both personally and professionally, Gina has utilized various modalities to address all facets of wellbeing. She is a mother of three, wellness coach, and author and has spent nearly thirty year…

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OG Lite & the Return of Beer-Flavored Beer 32:15

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Joe Ovies cracks open a conversation about OG Lite with Bond Brothers Beer Company’s director of brewery operations Whit Baker and former 919 Vice Podcast co-host Adam Eshbaugh. They dive into why the podcast needed its own beer, the comeback of classic ‘beer-flavored beer,’ and whether an ‘OG Heavy’ might be next on tap. Get your OG Lite pocket sh…

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Tom Dundon buys Trail Blazers: Impact on Carolina Hurricanes & NC MLB expansion | Why UNC lacks preseason hype | Bryce Young vs. CJ Stroud | OG Sports Phone | 8.14 1:30:52

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With Giglio out, Lauren Brownlow joins Joe Ovies to kick things off with a little non-sports TV talk before football takes over. The conversation shifts to the Carolina Panthers’ preseason, including why the CJ Stroud vs. Bryce Young debate has fizzled after Stroud’s sophomore slump. N&O columnist Luke DeCock stops by to break down Carolina Hurrica…

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UNC playing different realignment game than NC State & Virginia Tech | Will Wade has the juice | Keep your Venmo private | OG417 1:04:55

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Chip Patterson joins Ovies to dig into Virginia Tech’s eye-opening PowerPoint on their football budget and what it reveals about how athletic departments are bracing for the next era of college sports. The guys break down the difference between programs like NC State and Virginia Tech versus a brand-and-money powerhouse like North Carolina. They al…

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ESPN wants one streaming app to rule all | Why Howard Stern needs the podcast world more than it needs him | OG Business 41:21

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Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos break down why ESPN’s streaming bundle with Fox is less about collaboration and more about Disney’s plan to dominate sports streaming in a single app. They push back on Pablo Torre’s claim that ESPN “let billions walk out the door” in podcasts, and turn their attention to Howard Stern. The so-called King of All Media m…

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Carolina Panthers ‘get it’ in NFL Preseason | Bomani Jones convo | SZD's Steven Godfrey on college football culture | OG416 1:42:33

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The Carolina Panthers nailed their preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns — and Joe Ovies and Demetri Ravanos explain why understanding your goals in August matters more than box scores. Bomani Jones joins the show to unpack the wild spending in youth sports… and somehow, rushing sororities. Plus, what does ESPN look like in a post–studio sh…

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OG Business: Welcome to the era of "ESPNFL" | Classic Rock is dead, long live Classic Alternative 35:25

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Joe Ovies & Demetri Ravanos are back with a new episode of OG on Business. The boys talk about the new sound of an old Triangle radio station, how ESPN's deal with the NFL will work and what streaming means for local TV affiliates. 1:59 - Goodbye #classicrock radio 11:54 - ESPNFL Network 16:48 - #RedZone is a tough sell in other sports 20:19 - Does…

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Belichick sandbagging debut season at UNC? | Carolina Panthers new NFL preseason approach | OG Sports Phone | OG415 1:32:54

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live. Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio get things started by telling their families they'll see them in 2026...BECAUSE FOOTBALL IS BACK. But seriously, the start of the season is getting close. Is Bill Belichick using the lead up in Chapel Hill to sandbag expectations or are there legit concerns about the roster? A…

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25 Soundbites That Explain 25 Years of "Triangle Good" 2:33:04

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Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio fire up the time machine and tell the story of Triangle sports over the last 25 years — one soundbite at a time. You’ll hear from iconic coaches like Roy Williams, Mike Krzyzewski, Mack Brown and more. You'll also hear from coaches and reminded of moments that have been memory hole'd. Plus! The Carolina Hurricanes going from …

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Why Carolina Panthers Fans Should Be Optimistic | Belichick Won’t Name Starting UNC QB | Paw Patrol, Thomas The Tank Engine & Kid Show Conspiracies 1:40:22

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With Giglio out, former 850 The Buzz colleague Chris Clark joins Ovies for an episode that covers everything from school apps to sports conspiracies. They start with the death of PowerSchool and the rise of Infinite Campus — because parents need more things to keep up with, right? Then it’s off to Chapel Hill, where Bill Belichick has set up shop a…

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How A Heart Attack at 31 Made a Wellness Leader with Carrie Lehtonen 34:44

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We're back just in time for Wellness Month! Of course this show is all about wellness, but it’s fun to get to have yet another reason to highlight a remarkable story. Today’s guest, Carrie Lehtonen, certainly has one! Carrie was “doing all the right things”, but at age 31, a blood clot in her coronary artery triggered a heart attack. This experienc…

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Roy Cooper turns down OG Media, runs for US Senate | Carolina Panthers NFL camp check-in | OG413 1:28:44

2M ago1:28:44

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Former NC Governor Roy Cooper had a choice: become OG Media’s Carolina Hurricanes podcast host…or run for U.S. Senate. He chose the campaign trail (but not before breaking down the Canes’ offseason first). Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio get his thoughts, then shift gears to NFL training camp with LockedOn Panthers host Julian Council. The talk of camp so f…

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Targeted Fat Loss Is a Scam (Let’s Talk About the Science) 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Have you ever seen a workout that promises to get rid of belly fat with three moves? In this episode I explain that targeted fat loss is a complete lie, because that is simply not how biology works. However, for decades we have heard about workouts to blast belly fat, "bounce back" from pregnancy, "tone up" arms, "reduce" inner thighs, and so much …

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UNC, Duke, or NC State - who breaks 8 wins? | Hulk Hogan, Happy Gilmore, and the drug of nostalgia | OG412 1:14:22

2M ago1:14:22

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It's time for another Butcher's Market OG Live, broadcasting from the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club. Ovies and Giglio ask the biggest question of the college football season - who will break 8 wins in the Triangle? The schedule says UNC, but it's always easier said than done. The guys also discuss the passing of Hulk Hogan, the Ha…

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UNC positioning itself to leave for SEC in 2030 | Clemson better than 'ACC Good'? | Sports Phone | OG411 1:26:41

2M ago1:26:41

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Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio unpack the latest buzz around North Carolina’s potential move to the SEC by 2030. What's real, what’s just being regurgitated by the college football media cycle, and where do things actually stand in Chapel Hill? They break down how the ACC’s new revenue model might impact UNC’s thinking, and whether the shifting media rig…

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Belichick Circus Arrives at ACC Kickoff | UNC QB Lopez convo | NC State's Doeren on life and football | Duke's Diaz on building culture | OG410 1:38:19

2M ago1:38:19

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The Bill Belichick circus has officially arrived at ACC Kickoff, and Joe Ovies and Joe Giglio were there to witness the spectacle. They also sit down with UNC’s Gio Lopez and Thaddeus Dixon to talk expectations for the season ahead and what it's been like in the early parts of Belichick's tenure in Chapel Hill. They guys catch up with NC State head…