Welcome to Shooting the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit (CDC)! 🎯 In this episode (Aug 28, 2025), host Anthony Eugenia is joined by CDC commentator Gordon Dixon and production director Jeff McMahon to break down all the latest in North American darts.

We recap Weekends 4 & 5 of the CDC Tour, including standout wins from Darryl Christie, David Cameron, Stowe Buntz, Alex Spellman, and Adam Sevada, plus Sevada’s official qualification for the 2026 PDC World Championship. 🏆

Highlights include:

• 🔥 Sevada vs Buntz rivalry & chasing Larry Butler’s legendary 9–1 finals record

• 💪 Spellman’s confidence surge & breakout win in Chicago

• 🏅 Buntz’s 9th CDC title & push toward Wolverhampton

• 🌍 Darts Around the World: Luke Littler’s Triple Crown, Kevin Luke’s ESPN Bullshooter win, ADO USA Darts Classic, DPFL Live, and Jeff Smith’s historic Modus Super Series victory

• 🎥 Behind the scenes with Jeff on CDC’s new 5-board streaming setup & quad split coverage

• 📊 Rankings watch: Who’s chasing World Championship spots, Continental Cup qualification, and Winmau World Masters places

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Time stamps:

0:00 – Welcome to Shooting the Bull 🎯 2:15 – CDC Weekend 4 Recap – Christie, Cameron, Buntz & Sevada 10:45 – Buntz vs Sevada Rivalry & Butler’s Record Chase 21:50 – CDC Weekend 5 Highlights – Spellman, Buntz & Sevada 30:40 – Player Reactions & Rising Averages in North America 55:00 – Behind the Scenes: 5-Board Streaming & Quad Split 🎥 1:10:20 – Continental Cup Tickets 🎟 champdarts.com 1:12:00 – Darts Around the World 🌍 (Littler, Luke, ADO, DPFL, Jeff Smith) 1:33:45 – Rankings Rundown 📊 – Worlds, Continental Cup & Winmau Masters 2:01:30 – Continental Cup Stakes & Cross Border Challenge Preview 2:25:00 – Wrap-Up: Gordon Dixon, Q-School & Youth Tours

Welcome back to Shooting the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit (CDC)—where North America’s darts scene takes center stage.

Hosted by Anthony Eugenia, with co-hosts Sean Green and Peter Citera, this week’s episode breaks down the top stories and rising stars from both the international and domestic darts worlds. From the electric U.S. Darts Masters to the latest CDC Tour Weekend winners—and a heartfelt conversation about the impact of the Throw for Truen fundraiser—this is an episode packed with insight, energy, and community pride.

👇 Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – 🎙️ Welcome & U.S. Darts Masters Recap The hosts catch up and immediately dive into the U.S. Darts Masters, talking standout performances, crowd vibes, the epic watch parties at PopCon and what North American fans can take from it heading into future majors.

08:52 – 🏆 CDC Tour Weekend #3 – Winners & Stories Anthony transitions into Tour Weekend #3 with a look at key performances from the weekend, celebrating big wins and emerging names. This segment includes results, commentary, and why these events are critical for shaping future U.S. darts stars.

20:09 – 💜 Throw for Truen Fundraiser – Darts Community Steps Up A moving discussion about the Throw for Truen initiative, a grassroots fundraiser supporting Danny Baggish and his family. Hear how players, fans, and organizers are coming together to make a difference—and how you can help.

26:34 – 🎯 Final Thoughts & Calls to Action The trio wraps with reflections on the power of the darts community and shares ways to get involved—whether you're on the oche, behind the mic, or cheering from home.

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Welcome to another electrifying episode of Shooting The Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit (CDC)! 🎯 This week, host Anthony Eugenia dives deep into the exciting world of youth darts—exploring how the Junior Darts Corporation (JDC) and new academies are shaping the future of the sport across North America and beyond.

From the latest PDC Premier League news and the "Littler Effect," to exclusive interviews with JDC CEO Darren Barson, CDC Youth Director Erin Quinn, and leaders from the Throggs Neck Youth Darts Academy, we cover it all! Whether you’re a seasoned player, a parent, or a curious fan, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and opportunities to get involved.

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• In-depth interviews with the people growing the game for the next generation

• The rise of Luke Littler and what it means for the future

• Step-by-step: How to start a darts academy in your area

• Exclusive CDC and JDC news—including how your kids can play on the world stage!

• Behind-the-scenes with the Bronx’s Throggs Neck Youth Darts Academy

• Details on the U.S. Darts Masters at Madison Square Garden & special CDC hotel deals

• Tips for parents, players, and volunteers looking to get involved

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• Peter Citera (CEO, CDC)

• Darren Barson (CEO, JDC)

• Erin Quinn (CDC Youth Director)

• Dax Munna (Director, JDC USA)

• Nick Beach (Throggs Neck Youth Darts Academy)

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🎯 Welcome to Shooting the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Darts Corporation! 🗣️ Featuring: Anthony Eugenia, Gordon Dixon, & Alex Spellman

This episode includes:

🏆 Cross Border Challenge recap

🎯 US Darts Masters preview — June 27–28 at MSG

💰 2025 CDC season highlights: $215K+ prize pool, more player payouts & global opportunities

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00:06:15] Leonard Gates' championship achievements.

[00:14:00] HIghlights of Cross Border Darts Challenge at HITKOR

[00:26:56] USA vs. Canada rivalry.

[00:34:07-00:34:17] PDC US Darts Masters preview

[00:36:35] Showmanship in darts gameplay. [

00:39:24] Building characters and story lines in darts.

[00:44:11] Pressure of performing on stage.

[00:47:01] Crowd comparison: MSG vs. Worlds.

[00:51:08] North American Championship significance.

[00:54:17] Prize vs. Pride in Darts. [00:58:34] Ticket info and discounts.

[01:02:15] Upcoming 2025 Championship Darts Circuit.

[01:17:04] Saturday special tournament twist.

[01:21:38] Summer series events for competition.

[01:28:40] Affiliate tour and player representation.

[01:34:44] What's Grinding Gordon's Gears: Darts strategy

#DartsPodcast #ChampDarts #USDartsMasters #PDC #DartsNews #MSG #ShootingTheBull #CDC2025 #AlexSpellman #GordonDixon #ProDarts #DartsLife #SubscribeNow

Welcome to the latest episode of Shootin' the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit! Join host Anthony Eugenia and co-hosts Sean Green and Mark Taggart as they dive into the exciting world of darts from a North American perspective.

In this episode, we kick off with a preview of the upcoming 2025 CDC Cross Border Darts Challenge, featuring a thrilling competition between eight USA players and eight Canadian players. Tune in as we discuss the event details, including ticket information, streaming options, and the unique format that adds a national twist to the singles competition.

We also take a closer look at the players participating in this year's challenge, highlighting key matchups and potential upsets. With insights from Sean and Mark, who have covered the event in previous years, you'll get an inside scoop on what to expect as the competition heats up.

Additionally, we cover the latest happenings in the darts world, including Luke Littler's impressive victory at the PDC UK Open, Nathan Aspinall's recent achievements, and Leonard Gates' remarkable success in the Booyah Cup.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts on the upcoming Cross-Border Darts Challenge and the latest in the world of darts.

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Event Details:

• 2025 CDC Cross Border Darts Challenge

• Dates: April 11-12, 2025

• Location: HitKor

• Tickets: Available at hitkor.com/shows

Join us for a fun and informative episode as we celebrate the sport of darts!

[00:04:57] Upcoming 2025 CDC Cross-Border Challenge.

[00:06:24] Cross-border darts event details.

[00:15:48] USA vs Canada competition format.

[00:30:56] Matchup predictions and expectations.

[00:36:44] PDC U.S. Darts Masters.

[00:41:53] Darts around the World Quick Hits

[00:46:10] Luke Littler's impressive averages

[00:48:15] Leonard Gates' Booyah Cup dominance.

[00:51:32] Gerwin Price vs. Jake Paul.

[00:55:10] Importance of finishing in darts.

[00:58:00] Sean's Top List

[01:00:45] Riding in a car with Peter Citera.

[01:03:58] CDC Cross-Border Darts Challenge reminder

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Welcome to Episode 2 of "Shootin' the Bull," the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit! Join host Anthony Eugenio and co-hosts Sean Green and Pete Citera as they dive into the latest happenings in the world of darts from a North American perspective.

In this episode, we discuss the recent performances of North American players at the Winmau World Masters, including insights from Pete who attended the event. We also highlight the exciting opportunities ahead for players, including the upcoming UK Open and the U.S. Darts Masters qualifiers.

Additionally, we take a look at the recent success of Luke Humphries at the rebranded World Masters and Ross Montgomery at the Senior World Championship. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the pressures faced by young players like Luke Littler and a preview of the upcoming Modus Super Series.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts or questions! Follow us on social media at @ChampDarts and catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms.

Timestamps:

• 00:02:00 - Introduction

• 00:02:26 - Welcome and Social Media

• 00:04:35 - Recap of Winmau World Masters

• 00:07:03 - North American Players' Performance

• 00:12:08 - Upcoming UK Open Preview

• 00:29:31 - Opportunities for North American Players

• 00:33:10 - Your Darts Journey with Luke Humphries

• 00:41:03 - Darts Around the World Segment

• 00:59:13 - What to know about the Cross Border in Hollywood

• 01:10:31 - What's in Pete's glass?

Welcome to Season 2 of "Shootin' the Bull," the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit! Join host Anthony Eugenio and his expert contributors, Mark Taggart and Gordon Dixon, as they dive into the exciting world of darts from a North American perspective.

In this episode, we kick off the season by discussing the recent PDC World Darts Championship, where the newly crowned champion, Luke Littler, made history. We analyze the implications of his victory, the current state of Michael van Gerwen's legacy, and what it means for the future of the sport.

We also take a closer look at the rebranded Winmore World Masters, featuring a fast-paced set play format that keeps players on their toes. CDC CEO Peter Cetera, shares his insights from the event, and we discuss the thrilling matches and standout performances.

We debut a fun, fast paced new segment called Darts Around the World where a 2 minute timer puts the pressure on to bring your best takes before time runs out! 

Additionally, we celebrate Jim Long's achievement of securing his PDC tour card and David Cameron's return to Lakeside, highlighting the growing presence of North American players in the international darts scene.

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[00:05:20] Littler's championship universe.

[00:08:24] Littler's championship impact on MVG.

[00:12:52] The changing landscape of darts.

[00:15:23] Brutal format of dart competitions.

[00:20:42] Exciting tournament player performances.

[00:26:10] Lidler's slow starts challenge.

[00:30:41] Excitement of darts watch parties.

[00:34:45] Pressure in competitive darts.

[00:37:03] Darth Maple nickname origin.

[00:43:13] U.S. Darts Masters announcement.

[00:47:09] DARTS AROUND THE WORLD TWO MINUTE TOPICS

[01:04:09] Darts Royal Rumble concept.

[01:09:54] Celebrity appearances in darts.

[01:12:39] Darts event audience surprise concept.

[01:19:03] Paul Lim's birthday achievement.

[01:22:27] Championship dart circuit podcast.

Welcome to the latest episode of Shooting the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Dart Circuit (CDC)! Join host Anthony Eugenia and special guests Jeff McMahon and Jason Brandon as they dive into the exciting world of darts from a North American perspective.

In this episode, we celebrate the holiday season and reflect on nearly a year of podcasting. We discuss the ongoing PDC World Championships at Alexandra Palace, highlighting key matches and upsets, including defending champion Luke Humphries, James Wade, and Michael Smith's surprising exit.

We also shine a spotlight on North American players, including Leonard Gates, Jim Long, Stowe Buntz, and Matt Campbell, who all showcased their skills on the world stage. Hear insights from Jason Brandon on his experiences competing against these players and the challenges they face in high-pressure situations.

Additionally, we talk CDLC Rashad Sweeting from the Bahamas, who made his debut at the World Championships. Rashad shares his thoughts on representing Latin America and the excitement of competing on such a grand stage as well as that 180 he hit!

Don't miss the analysis, personal stories, and the vibrant chat room interaction as we celebrate the sport of darts and look forward to an exciting 2025!

Timestamps:

[00:00:45] Holiday season in darts.

[00:07:00] Michael Smith's surprising defeat and other notable moments from the World Darts Championships

[00:14:28] Gates discusses media attention.

[00:18:07] Jim Long's World Championship match

[00:25:03] Pressure of expectations on players.

[00:32:31] Matt Campbell's World Championship journey.

[00:49:18] Rashad Sweeting's 180 decision.

[00:59:12] Jason Brandon talks Lakeside experience

[01:12:06] Paul Lim's remarkable darts career

[01:24:49] PDC US Darts Masters 

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Welcome to the latest episode of Shooting the Bull, the official podcast of the Championship Dart Circuit (CDC)! Join host Anthony Eugenia and contributors Peter Cetera and Mark Taggart as they dive into the exciting world of darts from a North American perspective.

In this episode, we discuss the recent Grand Slam of Darts, highlighting the surprising outcomes of the round-robin phase, including the shocking exits of top seeds and the impressive performances of underdogs like Martin Lukeman and Wessel Nijman. Peter shares his firsthand experience from the event in Wolverhampton, while Mark provides insights into the thrilling matches and standout players.

We also take a moment to celebrate Leonard Gates, our CDC Continental Cup champion, and discuss the opportunities that come with competing on the PDC stage.

Plus, we preview the upcoming WDF World Championship at the iconic Lakeside, featuring North American players like Jacob Taylor, Jeff Springer, Kevin Luke, and Paula Murphy.

Whether you're a die-hard darts fan or new to the sport, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and a touch of humor. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your comments or questions to be part of the conversation!

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[00:06:03] Grand Slam discussion and highlights.

[00:09:22] Peter's behind the scenes experience in Wolverhampton

[00:12:13] Tournament excitement without top seeds.

[00:17:31] Interview with Leonard Gates

[00:20:15] Opportunities for players overseas.

[00:23:37] Player's Championship significance.

[00:36:58] Behind the scenes at the major PDC events

[00:38:34] Unique atmosphere of Blackpool.

[00:45:44] Women's darts tournament significance.

[01:05:16] Youth JDC World Championship.

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Join us for an exciting episode as we dive into the highlights of the Continental Cup held in Philadelphia and reflect on the 2024 Championship Darts Circuit! 🎯

In this episode, we welcome our special guests, play-by-play man Sean Green and CDC player Doug Boehm, as we discuss the thrilling matches, standout performances, and behind-the-scenes stories from the event.

We cover:

• Doug Boehm's journey from Buffalo to the CDC and his experiences living in China.

• Insights into the players' dynamics and the atmosphere in the practice room.

• A detailed breakdown of the matches, including Doug's nail-biting contest against Gary Mawson and the impressive performances from other competitors like Stowe Buntz and Alex Spellman.

• Leonard Gates becoming the first 2-time Continental Cup Champion.

• The significance of showmanship in darts and how it impacts the game.

• A look ahead to the future of the Championship Darts Circuit and Doug's aspirations.

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Tune in now and be part of the conversation!

[00:02:38] Doug Boehm joins the show

[00:14:04] Continental Cup recap begins

[00:40:55] Quarterfinals match highlights.

[00:52:37] Continental Cup celebration highlights.

[01:02:06] Players' Council

[01:10:23] US Darts Masters ticket sales.

[01:15:29] Darts Around the World segment.

[01:17:24] Upcoming episode and topics.