Raleigh City Sports: Recent Episodes
Raleigh City Sports
We talk Raleigh, Carolina Hurricanes, North Carolina FC, NC Courage, and anything else that happens in the area.
The boys throw their topics into a randomizer to decide the order. They talk Hurricanes, NCFC's season opener, gambling in NC, College Basketball, The Soccer Tournament, Pollen...and more.
The boys discuss their Sinking & Surging across all things that involve Raleigh, The City, and Sports then discuss all things Raleigh Hockey Takeover.
As the build up to the Hurricanes Stadium Series continues we have on Spittin' Chiclets' Rear Admiral on to discuss all things hockey. We follow that up with AP Write Stephen Whyno as he discusses his new book on the strangest thing in sports, the Emergency Goalie.
The boys get together in the same room for the 2nd time since their return. They discuss the Superbowl, North Carolina FC, Wrexham, USMNT, the ACC, and so so much less
The boys talk about a possible NC Curse, the Soap Opera level drama on the USMNT, NC State's chances, the Hurricanes and everything Raleigh, City, and Sports.
On Episode 6 of Season 3 the boys gather to talk once again on all things Raleigh, City, and Sports. We talk North Carolina FC, NC State, Mack Brown ruining NC, the Hurricanes, and New Years Resolutions for our favorite teams.
For the first time in over a year all three members of Raleigh City Sports podcast from the same location for Episode 5 of Season 3. The boys talk World Cup, NC State, break some Canes news (maybe), hand out Moment of the Year Awards, devolve into Disney on Ice and literally everything inbetween.
The boys talk the World Cup, the USMNT, NC State, College Football, UNC and Canes....its alot...so put on a kettle and join us for the rant.
The boys hold an emergency pod following USA's dramatic draw against England. We talk the first two games of the group stage and the overall group, our best and worst players and then get into NC State (good) Shit.
The boys return for the 2nd Episode of the 2nd longest season of Raleigh City Sports. They talk the World Cup, NCFC, Dad Tips, USMNT Predictions and Conspiracy Theories.
After more than a year's absense: Fitz, Mike and Ryan return to you. Join them for the start of Season 3 featuring more than 75 minutes of straight complaining about all things Raleigh, the City, and Sports.
After a grueling, 150ish episode 1st Season the boys kick of Season 2 with Brett Finger of Canes Country to discuss a wild opening to Free Agency in the NHL, and also discuss NCFC and the Courage.
The boys podded during each intermission of the Canes HUGGGEEE Game 6 win over Nashville, during the intermissions we spoke on NCFC, the Courage and Sinking/Surging.
In their first episode in over a month the RCS boys talk with NCFC Manager, John Bradford about the upcoming Season, the Canes, and just life man...just life
After a patchy start of the year the boys come back to discuss all things NC and Sports. NCFC returnee Nazmi Albadawi joins the boys to discussion his decision to return to NCFC and what he expects from the season. The boys also talk Sinking and Surging, the Carolina Hurricanes, Courage and so much more (or less).
Ryan sits down with Curt Johnson to discuss all things NCFC, DoSo, and the Courage. NCFC GM/President Announces NCFC's new Manager!
Everyone's wondering what's going on with Downtown South and North Carolina FC, so we brought in the owner to find out what's up. Berto from Berto's Chimi's joins us to talk about his new food truck and puts us in a food coma. Steve Malik at (24:30) and Berto's Chimi's at (47:45)
After a bit of a break the boys host Olympic Gold Medalist Ryan Held as he talks 2021 Olympics and the ISL season. We also talk NCFC in 2021, the Hurricanes and an overall view of the sports landscape.
The boys are back from paternity leave! NCFC kitman Greg Moore joins us to discuss the season (7:30). US Olympic swimming hopefuls and Cali Condors' Justin Ress and Coleman Stewart join the pod to talk all things ISL (47:30) .
Another rough week for Raleigh but the boys discuss the Canes playoff exit, NCFC's potential and all things Raleigh.
Ryan and Fitz speak with NCFC Captain Nazmi Albadawi. They also speak Raleigh's rough sports weekend and all things Raleigh Sports.
We discuss Canes taking down Rangers and their matchup with the Bruins and make our predictions. We then discuss NCFC's win over Memphis and discuss upcoming against Birmingham. We wrap with what is happening with college sports.
The boys discuss all the Triangles big wins over the past week and interview NCFC Commentator Austin da Luz as well as talk to the V Foundation's Mick McDonald around their fundraising efforts.
Carolina Hurricanes talk with Canes Country's Brett Finger. The Boys also talk North Carolina FC, Charlotte's Crest Fail and all things Raleigh.
The boys speak North Carolina FC Forward Robby Kristo on their season restart. They also discuss Sinking/Surging, the Courage, and get into Covid Movie and Show marathons.
Every week may seem like the last but the Shed is sold and NCFC/ Courage President and GM joins us to discuss the Courage's amazing start to their tournament, NCFC's restart, the COURAGE DOC, and the boys talk the clubs and Carolina Hurricanes.
The Shed isn't quite done! We do one more Shed Pod and speak with Equipment Manager of the NC Courage Vannessa Fulcher and NCFC's DJ Taylor.
The boys finally gather once again as sports start to resume. The Shed will soon be gone... but RCS is forever...or...for a little while.
We chat with North Carolina Football Club Captain Nazmi Albadawi and go on a ramble on.
Where do we go from here? We speak hockey with 99.9 The Fan's Alec Campbell around the Hurricanes and whats the deal with the season. We talk to NCFC/Courage's longtime employee Jorge Acuna about his career and his FIFA aspirations
Olympic Gold Medalist Ryan Held joins the boys for a shorter pod via Zoom. Get Amongst it!
Give it a listen...you have nothing else to do. The boys talk quarantine with NCFC's Steven Miller along with ex-player turned Broadcast Mogul, Austin da Luz.
All sports are canceled. So what do we do now? Who knows but let's talk about it. We talk to our RCS Athlete Stable.
Fresh off their first North Carolina FC in-stadium pre-game the boys talk to Austin da Luz around his new commentary gig, sum up the NCFC opener and talk surging Carolina Hurricanes
Dre Fortune and DJ Taylor from NCFC join the boys to talk their offseason and the upcoming season. We make some pretty realistic predictions on the season. We wrap with discussion of the Canes trade deals and their recent play plus the big week ahead.
The boys are joined by Lizard Lick Towing's Ronnie Shirley (7:30) to talk the TV show and local sports. Then we discuss the David Ayres experience, Canes injuries, and what they do goinf forward. We wrap by discussing NCFC recent signings, and USWNT allocation decisions.
Mike has gone missing but Ryan and Fitz hold it down with a little help from Austin da Luz. We talk NCFC, Hurricanes, and Shave Gel.
The boys interview Olympic hopefuls Justin Ress and discuss NCFC, Canes, NC State, and the Courage
DJ Taylor just re-signed for NCFC, so we talk to him but also give out our end of the year awards...after the year is over....on brand.
The boys discuss a plethora of issues and speak with NCFC owner at the 31' minute mark and Ryan Held at the 58'
All the normal subjects with no clear direction. NCFC, Hurricanes, ISL swim minute, NC State bitch minute, and more.
We welcome in Courage/NCFC owner Steve Malik to talk Courage's championship, stadium progress, and we hold our owners summit. A big NCFC announcement occurs!!! Then we talk Canes most recent week. We wrap the pod with #2 rank Clemson Men's Soccer goalkeeper, George Marks to see what the youths are up to nowadays.
We record fresh off the Courage's second championship in as many years, discuss the game and the events surrounding the championship. Then we talk NCFC and the heartbreaking loss to Birmingham and walk through the roster to see who may/ may not return. The Canes have been treading and we discuss that plus the always popular ISL minute.
We talk to Colgate Hall of Honor recipient, NCFC Offensive Player of the Year and our best friend: Steven Miller about the playoffs and the season so far. Pardon the interruption in the interview it was The Shed's fault.
In this weeks first of two Episodes, the boys talk Hurricanes with Canes Country's Brett Finger.
The boys talk Raleigh soccer playoffs, the red hot Canes, and continue their reign as Raleigh's Premier ISL Pod.
Both NCFC and the Hurricanes are undefeated since our last pod. Mike is absent. #ForFitz profits. The Premier Raleigh ISL pod.
The boys welcome in KP and Logan from the Red Eye Rowdies to discuss the upcoming Canes season, Gauthier, goalie situation and more. We then discuss the Courage winning their third shield in a row. Finally, we discuss North Carolina FC and continue our segment "Whats going on with NCFC?"...Fitz, from his death chair, states "he's not gonna sit in silence"
After a two week break, the boys are back talking all things Raleigh, Hurricanes, NCFC, and Courage. New segments include NC State Minute presented by Jesse Pinkman and What's Going On with North Carolina FC?
The boys from Raleigh City Sports interview NCFC's Dre Fortune on the teams hot streak (16:16 in). Mike dances for ten seconds, Fitz live drafts his fantasy team, and Ryan actually talks football. They also talk Hurricanes, Raleigh, and Courage.
The boys talk NCFC big win and week ahead, soft Pittsburgh fans, misleading stadium information by the press, Canes news (Waddell, Priskie, jerseys etc), and Courage
Olympic Gold Medalist Ryan Held joins us on the pod once again! The boys also talk NCFC and Canes rumors.
The boys are back!! They get intense with Sinking and Surging, Fitz calls out local Tv coverage of NCFC, discuss Courage and USWNT equal pay Hurricanes "facts"/rumors.
We cut straight to the meat and potatoes of the Downtown South Project and bring in Steve Malik at the (8:24) mark. We also discuss NCFC, Courage, and Hurricanes.
The boys talks NCFC and continue the DoSo Series ft: TweetsfromSeth as well as discuss the Women's World Cup and Hurricanes offseason moves including our out of date takes on Aho offer sheet.
The boys talk NCFC's big win, the Women's World Cup, Canes moves and start their Downtown South Series with County Commissioner Sig Hutchinson.
The boys talk to 99.9 The Fan's Alec Campbell at (15:00) to talk about Canes offseason and the Sports Radio Open, discuss NCFC's current form and upcoming news, and the WWC.
After a two week break, the boys reunite and speak to Nazmi Albadawi at (23:10) about his return to North Carolina FC and update him on Raleigh happenings. They also discuss their triathlon success.
Not Raleigh's best day, the boys discuss why. North Carolina FC, Hurricanes, Courage. Also, help us by donating to our fundraiser for Neighbor to Neighbor.
When Raleigh wins, everyone is happy. The boys discuss the Canes current playoff magic along with NCFC's big win on Saturday.
Fitz & Ryan talk the Canes playoff situation, Courage send-off, and NCFC's Southern Derby Glory.
On this special midweek pod we have other Ryan from OTB radio discuss the fight, game 3 and what to expect in game 4. We then call up Dr. Crook (16:15 in--actually a real doctor) to talk concussion protocol and what the heck is an upper body injury.
Ryan is "out of town" so Fitz and Mike take over to talk the 2-0 hole the Canes are in and NCFC struggling to score goals.
The boys are joined by 99.9 The Fan's Alec Campbell to discuss their worst takes on the Hurricanes from a few months back. Fitz and Ryan also discuss NCFC's come back draw on Saturday.
Fitz and Mike discuss the uncertainty that is the Canes playoff hopes. We then call up NCFC's Robby Kristo to talk his career and how he taught Tommy McCabe to drive. We recap the Charleston tie and talk upcoming Memphis.
The boys talk about North Carolina FC's upcoming match, the Hurricanes final push and a bunch of other nonsense that probably should have been edited out.
Mike and Ryan are left alone for a special Shed Pod. The boys talk the recent downtown stadium news, the Hurricanes big week, NCFC's hot start and an interview with NCFC's Sam Brotherton.
The boys are back with a mid week pod to talk with Canes Country's Brett Finger and then talk about the upcoming NCFC vs Bethlehem Steel match. Also, Fitz request some help from The 6.
The boys talk with the founder of MLB Raleigh, the Hurricanes big two weeks to come and also NCFC's big win in the opener.
We welcome in NCFC's Steven Miller to talk the season opener against two-time defending champ Louisville FC. Steven, per usual, is a stand up guy and won't fall for our tricks but does talk to us about how the preseason went and what to look for this season. We wrap up discussing the Canes OT loss in Boston and the outlook the rest of the week.
Your 3 favorite morons interview NCFC's newest defender and former UNC Captain: Alex Comsia. They also talk about the ridiculous form of the Carolina Hurricanes as well as the upcoming NCFC season.
The boys discuss the red hot Carolina Hurricanes, NCFC's preseason, and uncover some FakeNews
The boys comment on Don Ron Cherry's wonderful tirade and invite on Section 328. Also talk NCFC preseason, Raleigh Speak, and Jimmy Buffet.
The boys catch up with FC Cincinnati's Nazmi Albadawi as well as talk Carolina Hurricanes, Raleigh, and NCFC. They also break some hot news!
We talk Sinking/Surging, Canes recent run, Do we believe?, Nedeljkovic staying around?, and AHo's All-Star deal. Then we welcome in the "studio" NCFC's Dre Fortune and DJ Taylor (~14:00 in) to talk their path to pro, upcoming season, who's faster?, and their excitement for the upcoming season. We wrap it up talking the recent signings for NCFC and what to expect in the coming weeks.
The Raleigh City Sports boys are back for Episode 84. It's an innocent podcast, darkened by the plight of the Hurricanes and lack of NCFC news until...a spark ignites Mike...and his rage has no equal.
In this special episode the boys have recovered (except for Mike) from their victory celebration of winning WRAL podcast of the year and call each other up to talk the Canes recent play, is it sustainable?, what do we do with Ferland?, who gets bought out and more. Then they transition to NCFC to talk Manny Perez rumors and the recent talk of MLS in CLT.
The boys gather for an afternoon pod to disuss sinking/surging and State vs UNC. They then talk about the Canes win streak, upcoming schedule, trade rumors, and Ryan is STILL triggered about Skinner trade. We then discuss NCFC with Sarachan's arrival, recent signings and more. We wrap with some Courage talk and get caught up on their offseason.
Mike and Evan are in the studio (Ryan almost got assassinated and couldn't make it) to talk all the Raleigh stuff. Also, Alec Campbell joins us to talk Canes season so far, Is Raleigh a good sports town, and talk his interactions with Dave Sarachan.
Fitz and Ryan interview Johnny Wakefield from SNST & Patrick Infurna from Copa 90 on their thoughts on the Dave Sarachan hire. We also talk Hurricanes, USL schedule and more...
North Carolina FC has a finally has a manager, and as promised, the boys have dropped an emergency pod with their feels.
Mike, Fitz, & Ryan are all finally reunited as they talk NCFC, Hurricanes, & Raleigh. The boys are also joined by Houston Dynamo player and NC resident, Conor Donovan.
Ep: 77 features Connor Tobin as we talk USL, Hurricanes and Raleigh. Also, our new hockey correspondent, Kyle Bekker joins us for the Canadian view on all things stick and puck.
The boys are back for a Thanksgiving pod. They do sinking/surging, WIld Takes, and F/M/K from The 6. We then discuss NCFC and the offseason: coaching search, who should come back and what to expect. We wrap with the Hurricanes and what is happening, will they ever pull it together and will Victor Rask help?
NCFC Midfielder Weavin Steven Miller joins Mike and Ryan in the Shed to talk all things Raleigh, City, as well as Sports. #FitzOut
Austin da Luz joins and we talk sports...movies. We review The Sandlot and Mighty Ducks. Discuss the intricacies of the movies and determine if their problematic through the lens of today (Bombay is forced to coach team after a DUI). Also, we determine if they hold up. We're probably a movie pod now.
This week its just Fitz and Ryan and they discuss Colin Clarke being asked to leave NCFC, potential replacements, should we interview for the job?, and the end of the season awards. We wrap with the Canes coming back to earth, Necas/Fleury to Charlotte, and why has the power play been bad for a few years?Also...scooters.
On Episode 71 we breakdown NCFC's heartbreaker, the Hurricanes hot start, and all things Raleigh.
For Episode 70 we preview the Carolina Hurricanes season with Aftermath host: Alec Campbell (34:30 in). We also welcome in the savior of North Carolina FC's season - Kyle Bekker (27:10 in).
B from Outside the Beltline Radio joins us as we discuss the Courages big win, NCFC's loss, and the Hurricanes preseason.
Mike and Fitz hit record after NCFC gets a big three points in PA. They talk Sinking/Surging, why weather, sports, and "experts" are bad for twitter. They discuss the Penn FC win, upcoming games, and what to expect. Then they talk the Courage playoffs, the game getting moved and what could happen. They wrap with Canes talk of Captains, Victor Rasks venture in the kitchen and Rod the Bod
NCFC newcomer Zach Steinberger joins us (11:20 in) after scoring 3 goals in his first 3 games. We also talk Hopscotch, sinking/surging, and update our Wild Takes of September. We talk NCFC: the Nashville game, upcoming Penn FC, the playoff race, and discuss the rumors around USL 3. We then discuss the Courage: Dash win, all the records broken, upcoming playoffs and more. We wrap up with the Hurricanes, Grit/Grind and prospect tourney.
Episode 66: North Carolina FC midfielder Steven Miller joins us in the studio as a co-host we talk about the team, the Hurricanes, the Courage, and call up ex-UNC and NCFC player Billy Schuler to see what he's learned in school.
On Episode 65 Fitz is finally back as we discuss last night's beatdown of the Charlotte Independence, the NC Courage, and the Hurricanes with a call in from NCFC Co-Captain Austin da Luz.
We're back for Episode 64! We talk all about Raleigh, North Carolina FC, and the Courage. We're joined by graphic design wiz Nathen McVittie previously of Cosmos & Leicester City. We end with a surprise (even to us) twist.
Dad's out of town. With Fitz gone we call members of #TheSix who tweeted at us this week. Also, we catch North Carolina FC's Steven Miller, Wulito, and Graham Smith together and get the deets. Also, we dive into the new territory of Professional Wrestling.
We welcome in North Carolina FC's Kyle Bekker for Take 2. We talk Sinking/Surging, Oak City Classic Review, and Fitz reads his last will and testament. We then get into the Skinner deal, Queso, and #PuTownUSA. We then talk NCFC season, the recent surge, and the upcoming schedule. We wrap as the Courage clinch the Shield in real time.
We take the screws to Oak City Classic founders NCFC's Connor Tobin & Richmond Kicker's Neil Hlavaty (15:15 in) to get some secrets about the Oak City Classic course. We discuss Sinking/Surging, Raleigh Review: Amtrak. We then discuss Chuck Kaiton leaving the Canes. Then we talk about North Carolina FC's win over Toronto FC, upcoming match against Pittsburgh and what they need to do to do in the next two games. We then wrap up with Courage's draw in Utah and upcoming matches in the International Champions Cup.
We welcome in USA U-20 and Clemson goalkeeper George Marks (17:20 in). We talk about the U-20 camp in Raleigh, how school is going at Clemson and we give him some tips for college life. We talk our appearance on Sport Channel 8's radio show and sinking and surging. We get into the Canes (9:50 in) and talk recent signings, new locker room, and most recent Faulk/Skinner signings. We then discuss North Carolina FC's (29:00 in) draw against Bethelhem Steel, Is Colin Clarke Still the Manager, Toronto FC, and what addition we'd like to see. We wrap up with NC Courage (43:45): Are you kidding me?, Lynn Williams is back, and we're putting a lot of energy behind Portland Thorns on missing the playoffs.
We welcome in former NCFC and UNC soccer player Billy "Chilly" Schuler (15:20 in) for a BIG exclusive Announcement. Also, we discuss whats hes been up to lately and his decision to take time away from the game. We do Surging/Sinking, Raleigh Review of RCS Beer. Then we discuss the Canes signing of Calvin de Haan and what it means for Faulk and Skinner. We then recap North Carolina FC's past week against Pittsburgh and Charleston, what changes should be made and the upcoming match against Bethlehem Steel. We wrap it up with Courage...are you kidding me? and why the NWSL has messed up. We'll be more positive next week.
We welcome in Chief from Barstool Sports (13:00 - 33:40) and talk to him about how he broke Petr Mzarek signing with Canes, Hamilton trade and how he feels about Cam Ward in a Blackhawks jersey. Also we do Sinking/Surging and Raleigh Review of Richmond. We then talk Canes and why the Hamilton deal gives club more flexibility and our status with Dundon. Then we talk NCFC and the much needed 3 points in Richmond, upcoming games (Pitt, Charleston) and talk out what we need in the July games. We wrap it up with Courage Why So Good?, Are they the best womens team in the world?, and their upcoming game against Chicago.
Welcome to Monday. We didn't delete this episode! We welcome in Jet as a guest host and talk RCS Beer on 7/7, sinking/surging and World Cup. We then talk Canes: big trade, Dougie, Svech, 3rd jerseys, and Mike goes over potential lineup. Then we talk NCFC's big point over Louisville, Rios in "midfield", and upcoming match against Richmond. We wrap up with how the Courage don't take any prisoners in Seattle and maybe some news coming up.
Guys...hands up. We messed up. We had a awesome interview (best one yet) with North Carolina FC's Kyle Bekker but our computer deleted the file. Hats off to Kyle for spending an hour in a 97 degree shed for nothing. Go Raleigh!
SUPER POD!!! We're helping pass the time in this one. We have some announcements, World Cup Picks, Surging/Sinking, and Jettin Around The World (00:01 - 17:10). Then we welcome on News & Observer's Luke DeCock (17:30-53:10) to talk state of the Canes and NCFC stadium. We then call up North Carolina FC Midfielder Graham Smith to discuss his background and season so far (53:10 to 70:00) The we wrap up with discussion of NCFC's past week/upcoming week and talk how Courage did on week off (70:00 to 88:00).