He's sold out stadiums and arenas around the world, including private events in Chapel Hill and benefit shows for Hurricane Relief in Charlotte. Yet despite all of the demands of being a music megastar, Eric Church is just as much of a  Tar Heel Born/Bred/Dead as you'll find. For the second year, he takes time to join Tommy Ashley and Joey Powell to dive into his fandom, the Belichick Era beginning at UNC, and how he expects this version of Carolina Football to fare in 2025. 

Show Rundown:

0:00 - Stream begins
0:20 - Show begins
2:27 - What prepping for a tour is like
6:37 - Chief's and MJ
7:50 - Reflecting on Mack Brown 2.0
10:35 - Reaction to "Belichick to UNC" news
16:23 - The thought of smashmouth football in Kenan
19:01 - What he hopes to see in the opener
21:33 - Position group preference
26:00 - Carolina Fans are ready to win
30:50 - Pickin' the season
41:58 - Stadium buzz and Concert buzz
47:10 - Platinum record or Carolina Football title?

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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Former Tar Heel linebacker Jeff Schoettmer and wide receiver Taylor Vippolis break down everything you need to know heading into North Carolina’s upcoming football season. From offseason storylines and roster changes to position battles, breakout candidates, and season projections, they give fans an in-depth look at what to expect from UNC football in 2025.

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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