Shooting the Bull: The Official Championship Darts Circuit Podcast

In the latest episode of "Shooting the Bull," the official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit, we dive deep into the world of darts, discussing topics of the day from a North American perspective.

Episode Highlights:

• Contributors: We have a jam-packed episode as Anthony Eugenia is joined by Cross Border Darts Challenge winner Alex Spellman. Later on, contributors Peter Citera and Angelo DiGuilio are welcomed to the show to revisit the highlights of the Cross Border and what's next for the CDC!

• Cross Border Darts Challenge Recap: From thoughts on the 2024 event to where it's heading in the future as well as the Nations' Cup, relive the best moments of the incredible weekend with us.

• Insider Insights: Get an exclusive look into the player council and how it advocates for the players on the tour as well as how wagering could impact the game in the future.

• Memorable Moments: Hear firsthand from Alex Spellman about his incredible nine-darter and his journey through the Championship Darts Circuit.

• Reaching New Fans: We discuss the upcoming pop culture convention, PopCon where the Championship Darts Corporation will have center stage in front of over 30,000 people along with over 50 celebrities and dozens of other pop culture fandom experiences plus a look ahead to the US Darts Masters.

[00:01:06] Alex Spellman's beginnings with the CDC

[00:17:22] The Nine Darter at the Cross Border

[00:26:51] The importance of good darts.

[00:30:17] Player's struggle with expectations.

[00:37:03] North American challenges in the PDC

[00:39:44] Alex talks his involvement with the Players Council

[00:43:57] Player council advocating for players.

[00:55:24] Nations Cup recap

[01:14:45] Developing Opportunities in Darts.

[01:19:40] The CDC at PopCon

[01:26:13] Live Q&A

[01:45:41] The Core Mission of the CDC

If you're a darts enthusiast and love a good conversation, this episode is a must-listen! Join us as we explore what it takes to compete at the highest level and continue to grow darts in North America!

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Welcome to the pregame coverage of the 2024 CDC Cross-Border Darts Challenge! In this episode of "Shooting the Bull," host Anthony Eugenia, along with teammate Nils Nelson, provide a detailed analysis of the upcoming darts tournament from Uptown Social in Michigan City, Indiana.

Join the conversation as they discuss the bracket, player matchups, and make predictions for the event. With exciting games lined up, including the Nations Cup between Team USA and Team Canada, this episode sets the stage for an action-packed weekend of darts.

Don't miss out on the insights and predictions from the Shooting the Bull team as they dive into the world of North American darts. Subscribe to the podcast for more casual conversations about the sport of darts and stay tuned for the 2024 CDC Cross-Border Darts Challenge!

[00:02:28] Alex Spellman vs. Sylvain Bordeaux.

[00:06:22] PDC vs. CDC competition.

[00:10:02] Rising Stars.

[00:14:43] Dart players' intriguing matchups.

[00:17:23] Stowe Buntz vs. John Part.

[00:26:31] Nils Nelson's unexpected champion.

[00:28:56] Nations Cup prediction.

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Join Anthony Eugenia for the second episode of "Shooting the Bull," the official podcast of the Championship Dart Circuit. In this episode, Anthony is joined by Sean Green and Mark Taggart for a casual conversation about darts from a North American perspective. They discuss the upcoming Cross Border Darts Challenge, the US Darts Masters, and the 2024 Tour Schedule. The show ends with an engaging Q&A about darts with their audience through feedback and questions. Tune in for entertaining insights and lively discussions from the world of darts!

[00:02:15] CDC: All roads lead to Indianapolis

[00:04:36] Cross Border Darts Challenge Preview

[00:15:06] Players to watch

[00:19:27] CDC at PopCon Indy - Introducing a New Audience to Darts

[00:25:36] CDC Tour Schedule

[00:57:30] Previewing the US Darts Masters

[01:08:52] The Littler Effect on Michael Van Gerwen's career and future

[01:25:33] Q&A begins - Vegas or NY for US Darts Masters

[01:40:42] What makes a professional darts player?

[01:51:39] Future tournaments in the CDC

Important links:

Cross Border Darts Challenge tickets and hotel (Book by 3/26 for discount!):

https://ticketsource.us/champdarts

U.S. Darts Masters tickets and discount hotel:

https://www.ticketmaster.com/u.s.-darts-masters-tickets/artist/2722212

Follow @champdarts on social media

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Welcome to the first episode of Shooting the Bull, your official podcast of the Championship Darts Circuit.

Join your host, Anthony Eugenia with his fellow CDC founders L. David Irete and Peter Citera as they reflect on the journey of the Championship Darts Circuit over the past decade. With a mix of humor, camaraderie, and personal anecdotes, the hosts discuss the origins of the CDC, the challenges they faced, and the milestones they achieved as the sport of darts continues to grow in North America.

In this episode:

-The vision for the future of the CDC, including plans for expanding the tour, increasing prize money, and venturing into the world of gaming.

-The upcoming Cross Border Darts Challenge and the exciting venue in Michigan City, Indiana.

-The North American players that made an impact in the PDC World Darts Championships and the players to watch this year

-Introducing darts to new fans including the upcoming CDC appearance at PopCon in Indianapolis

Moments from the show:

[00:03:57] Evolution of the sport of darts and how the CDC came to be.

[00:11:20] Setting ambitious goals for the future of the CDC.

[00:22:33] Holding hands and jumping in - The moment the 3 CDC founders took the leap.

[00:39:32] Gaming and gambling coming to the CDC

[00:49:06] The Cross Border Darts Challenge

[00:53:00] Impact of Luke Littler on Darts.

[01:07:11] Jeff Smith: His incredible contribution to darts.

[01:11:35] Jules Van Dongen: His journey and character.

[01:15:15] Alex Spellman: Passion for the game and teaching

[01:20:26] Stowe Buntz: The neon nightmare and more.

[01:28:11] Youth participation in dart leagues.

[01:31:49] PopCon - Comic and Culture Convention.

[01:36:34] Danny Lauby: From the beginning

Important links:

Cross Border Darts Challenge tickets and hotel:

https://ticketsource.us/champdarts

U.S. Darts Masters Tickets:

https://www.ticketmaster.com/u.s.-darts-masters-tickets/artist/2722212

Follow @champdarts on social media

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