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Cornered: How Seth Trimble and the Heels Stunned No. 4 Duke | S8 Ep.9

The shot heard 'round Tobacco Road. 🏀🔥

The Dean Dome is still shaking after the #12 North Carolina Tar Heels (19-4) pulled off a miraculous 13-point second-half comeback to stun the #4 Duke Blue Devils (20-2). With 0.4 seconds on the clock, Seth Trimble didn't just hit a corner three—he reset the entire ACC hierarchy.

On today’s episode:

• The Autopsy of a Classic: We break down the 72-69 thriller. How did Duke let a double-digit lead vanish in the final eight minutes?
• "The Perfect Person": We discuss Hubert Davis’s post-game comments on Seth Trimble and why this win feels like a turning point for the Tar Heels' identity.
• The "Tuesday Trap": Can UNC avoid an emotional hangover as they travel to Coral Gables to face a high-octane Miami squad?
• Duke’s Response: Darryl breaks down the "Five-Star Force" and their urgent need to bounce back tomorrow night at Pittsburgh. Is the #1 seed still in play?
• 30 Days to Race Day: The Blue Blood Rivalry 5K is officially one month away! We discuss how to use this rivalry energy to support TROSA on March 7th.

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Keywords: Duke basketball, Carolina basketball, Louisville, Jason Williams, Hubert Davis, combo guards, transfer, Dean Dome, ACC

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S8 Ep.8 | The 8-Mile Gap: 9-0 Duke vs. The Heels’ Last Stand

The road to the ACC Championship runs through Cameron Indoor Stadium, but first, it stops at the Dean Dome. 🏟️

The #4 Duke Blue Devils (20-1) are on a warpath, sitting at a perfect 9-0 in conference play. Meanwhile, the #16 UNC Tar Heels (17-4) are desperately trying to erase the memory of a West Coast collapse by building a 3-game win streak. Is the "Great Divide" real, or is a Saturday shocker in the cards?

On this episode:

• Live from the Hot Seat: Will defends the "New Look" Heels defense while Darryl explains why #4 in the country is only the beginning.
• Boozer vs. The World: Can anyone in Chapel Hill actually slow down the ACC’s leading scorer?
• The Feb 7th Lookout: Why the first 5 minutes of Saturday’s game will tell us everything we need to know about March.

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S8 Ep.7 | The Great Divide: Duke’s Top 5 Ascent & UNC’s California Nightmare

Two programs. Two trajectories. One massive gap.

We’re halfway through the season, and the landscape of Tobacco Road has shifted. On one side, the #5 Duke Blue Devils (17-1) are playing like the undisputed kings of the ACC. On the other hand, the #22 North Carolina Tar Heels (15-4) are licking their wounds after a defensive collapse in the Bay Area.

On today’s episode:

• The Elite Eight Miles: Duke is officially a Top 5 lock. We break down their 10-game win streak and why Jon Scheyer’s squad looks like a legitimate National Title favorite.
• California Screaming: Will Phelan takes the Hot Seat to answer for UNC’s losses to Stanford and Cal. With 170+ points allowed in one week, is the Heels' defense officially broken, or was this just a West Coast fluke?
• The Boozer Effect vs. The Veteran Struggle: Darryl breaks down why Duke’s freshmen are succeeding where UNC’s veterans are faltering.
• Countdown to February 7th: With the first rivalry matchup just weeks away, we ask: Is this the widest the "Great Divide" has ever been before a Duke-UNC tip-off?

Join the Conversation: Who’s to blame for the UNC defensive slide? Tell us in the reviews! We’re at a 4.6 rating—help us hit 5.0 before the Blue Devils and Tar Heels collide.

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The ball is in the air, the pressure is at a boiling point, and the Blue Blood TV Podcast is officially LIVE.

We are broadcasting live at 3:00 PM EST as the #6 Duke Blue Devils take on the SMU Mustangs in Durham. After the Mustangs dismantled the Tar Heels in Dallas last week, all eyes are on Cameron Indoor to see if the "Five-Star Force" can do what "Portal Power" couldn't minus Boopie Miller.

On today’s high-stakes episode:

• The SMU Shadow: We provide live, mid-game reactions to the Duke-SMU clash. Will Phelan plays damage control after UNC’s defensive collapse in Texas, while Darryl Brunson breaks down how Duke’s defense is handling a depleted SMU squad minus  "Boopie Miller".
• Duke’s Momentum: Coming off statement wins over Florida and Louisville, the Blue Devils have climbed to #6. Is this the most dominant Duke has looked in the Scheyer era, or is a "Live Wire" trap waiting for them?
• UNC’s Redemption Arc: The #17 Tar Heels are back at the Dean Dome tonight for a massive in-state showdown with Wake Forest. Is it a "must-win" for Hubert Davis? Will breaks down the scouting report and why tonight is a "Reality Check" for Caleb Wilson and the backcourt.

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Shadow Boxing: Chasing the Top 5 | S8 Ep 4

The ACC is officially on notice. After a midweek "Statement" performance from both sides of Tobacco Road, the Blue Blood TV Podcast is back to break down the dominance. No. 6 Duke and No. 12 UNC didn't just win their conference openers—they sent a message. But the real test comes tomorrow.

On today’s episode:

• The FSU Yardstick: UNC just dismantled Florida State 79-66 behind Caleb Wilson’s monster 22-point, 16-rebound performance. Now, Duke travels to Tallahassee. Darryl and Will debate: If Duke doesn't win by double digits, does the "Five-Star Force" officially lose the crown to "Portal Power"?
• Duke’s "Angry" Comeback: The Blue Devils fought off an upset bid by Georgia Tech, winning 85-79. We break down Cameron Boozer’s 26 & 12 double-double and Cayden Boozer’s first career start. Is the Brotherhood finally finding its defensive teeth?
• Pony Up: UNC welcomes ACC newcomer SMU to the Dean Dome tomorrow. Is this a classic trap game for Hubert Davis, or will the Heels continue their march toward the Top 10?
• The "Common Opponent" War: Will Phelan claims he’s provided the blueprint to beat FSU. Darryl Brunson claims Duke doesn't need a map. The trash talk reaches a fever pitch as we preview a massive Saturday of hoops.

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The honeymoon phase is officially over.

This week on the Blue Blood TV Podcast, Hassan Pinto, Will Phelan, and Darryl Brunson dive into a weekend where a single point made the difference between a celebration in Chapel Hill and a crisis in Durham. As the calendar flips and the ACC schedule looms, it’s time for a massive reality check on the "Portal Power" vs. "Five-Star Force" debate.

On this episode:

• The Ohio State Squeaker: UNC walked away with a 71-70 win, but was it a display of veteran "Portal Power" or a lucky escape fueled by Caleb Wilson’s heroics? Will Phelan defends the Heels' grit while the guys ask: Is Hubert Davis relying too much on a freshman?
• The MSG Meltdown: Duke fans, look away. Darryl Brunson has to answer for a 17-point collapse at the Garden against Texas Tech. From 58% free-throw shooting to "Freshman Fragility," we break down what went wrong and whether Cameron Boozer has enough help to carry the load.
• The Pressure Cooker is Loading: With an unranked Florida State coming to the Smith Center on Tuesday and Georgia Tech heading to Cameron on Wednesday, we preview the ACC openers. Are these "get-right" games, or are we looking at a historic week of upsets?
• Listener Mailbag: We tackle your most heated comments about the "Blue Blood" hierarchy and who really owns Tobacco Road as we head into the New Year.

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The greatest rivalry in sports is brewing HERE in December! We've reached the flashpoint of the 2025-26 season as UNC and Duke prepare for formidable opponents, and we get to contrast and compare their performances.

Host Hassan Pinto tries to keep the peace as Will Phelan (UNC) and Darryl Brunson (Duke) draw battle lines over roster strategy and program identity.

🔥 On the Agenda: Who Has the Edge?

• Portal Power vs. Five-Star Force: Does Hubert Davis's newly assembled, experienced roster (led by transfers like Kyan Evans and big men like Henri Veesaar) have the necessary chemistry to match Jon Scheyer's Cameron Boozer-led machine?
• The Freshman Fight: We break down the early-season rivalry between lottery-bound big men Caleb Wilson (UNC) and ACC Preseason Rookie of the Year Cameron Boozer (Duke). Who dominates the paint in Cameron Indoor?
• The Back Court Test: Is UNC’s back court good enough?
• Predictions & Program Pressure: Darryl guarantees a Duke victory to confirm their preseason ranking, while Will argues UNC (ranked No. 15) is poised for a fantastic season ahead.

Don't miss the fiery debate, deep analysis, and final score predictions.

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🔥 The Blue Blood Barometer is hot! UNC already has a massive win over Kansas, proving they're for real. Meanwhile, Duke is 3-0 with a "clean sweep" of smaller opponents, quietly preparing for their own Kansas clash.

Join Hassan Pinto, Will Phelan, and Darryl Brunson as they debate the season's first big question: Which 3-0 means more right now? Did Carolina cash in all their goodwill too early, or is Duke's lack of a real test a ticking time bomb?

Plus:

• 🤔 Cameron Boozer: Hype train or primary scoring option?
• 🌟 Caleb Wilson: Is he an NBA lottery pick right now?
• 🚨 Seth Trimble Injury: Who steps up for the Tar Heels?

It's The Blue Blood Barometer: Carolina's Kansas Statement vs. Duke's Clean Sweep! The debate starts now!

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The greatest rivalry in sports is BACK!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Blue Blood TV Podcast, where the conversation is always passionate and never neutral. This week, host Hassan Pinto referees the fiery debate leading up to the Duke vs. UNC showdown.

On the Agenda for the Season Opener:

• 🔥 Portal Power vs. Five-Star Force: Does UNC's rebuilt roster of transfers (Kyan Evans, Henri Veesaar) have the chemistry to match Duke's reloading machine of elite freshmen (Cameron Boozer)?
• 🛡️ The Trimble Test: Will senior leader Seth Trimble and UNC's defense slow down Jon Scheyer's explosive attack?
• 🎤 Darryl Brunson (Duke Pundit) declares a scheduled maintenance win, while Will Phelan (UNC Pundit) guarantees an exorcism in the paint.

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Blue Blood Rivalry Blueprint: Racheal & Jim on Roster Construction

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Ever wonder how the legendary UNC Tar Heels and Duke Blue Devils navigate the complex landscape of college basketball in the age of NIL and the transfer portal? Welcome to the Blue Blood TV Podcast, the only show that takes you behind the scenes with the key architects of these powerhouse programs. Join us for in-depth discussions on Duke's General Manager, Racheal Baker, and UNC's General Manager, Jim Tanner, as we share their strategies, challenges, and visions for building championship-caliber rosters. Get ready for an insider's perspective on recruiting, player development, and the financial dynamics shaping the future of Blue Blood Rivalry basketball.

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Keywords: Duke basketball, Carolina basketball, Louisville, Jason Williams, Hubert Davis, combo guards, transfer, Dean Dome, ACC