Tim Donnelly wonder if Armando Bacot needs to be a "top guy" for the UNC basketball to still be successful, but wonders if the game against GA Tech basketball will be a launching pad for Bacot before North Carolina basketball faces Duke basketball.

Also, Donnelly says that NC State basketball must beat Miami basketball and string wins together if they want to have any shot at making it to the NCAA Tournament. 

The Carolina Hurricanes have momentum going into the 2024 NHL All Star break after a 3-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes. Tim Donnelly hopes the momentum doesn't wane. 

Also, Tim Donnelly questions the coaching decisions by Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell in their 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Also, the Kansas City Chiefs continue to get the job done, as Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid are back in the Super Bowl once again after beating the Baltimore Ravens & Lamar Jackson, 17-10. 

Tim Donnelly says NC State basketball head coach Kevin Keatts needs to make some drastic changes in order to save their season if they want to have a chance of making the NCAA Tournament.

Also, Donnelly ranks the ACC men's basketball teams on this week's edition of The Podium, with UNC basketball taking the gold, Duke basketball taking the Silver, Wake Forest basketball the bronze, and NC State basketball off the podium. 

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on UNC basketball beating Florida State basketball, 75-68, including how North Carolina basketball can beat you without playing their best as a team. He also says that RJ Davis & Harrison Ingram are carrying the team.

Also, Duke basketball squeeked out a 72-71 win over Clemson. Tim Donnelly says that the Blue Devils need to follow guard Tyrese Proctor's lead. 

Tim Donnelly says new Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales needs to have full decisions over his coaching staff, and that owner David Tepper and general manager Dan Morgan needs to let Canales make the final decisions on what coaches to bring in, and what coaches to retain.

Donnelly also discusses the front office structuring of the Carolina Panthers, and if owner David Tepper will allow others to do their jobs fully. 

With one final game for the Carolina Hurricanes against the Arizona Coyotes before the 2024 NHL All Star break, Tim Donnelly says the Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour can't overlook the game and look ahead to the time off. 

Tim Donnelly discusses how Carolina Panthers' new head coach Dave Canales has the task of hiring coordinators for the first time in his career. Who are the best fits for Panthers staff?

Tim Donnelly discusses how Carolina Panthers' new head coach Dave Canales can change the culture of the team, and what vibe will he bring to the organization.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share what they want they specifically want to see from UNC basketball, Duke basketball, and NC State basketball as each school plays in ACC basketball action this weekend, including No. 3 North Carolina basketball at Florida State basketball, No. 12 Duke basketball hosting Clemson basketball, and NC State basketball at Syracuse basketball.

Tim Donnelly discusses the Carolina Panthers hiring Dave Canales as their head coach and Canales & Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young will develop a relationship together and how he can help elevate Young's career going into his second season. Also, fans call in to give their reactions to the hiring.

Plus, Tim Donnelly discussed whether the Panthers' new head coach, Dave Canales, should retain Ejiro Evero as the current defensive coordinator.

Tim Donnelly breaks down the Carolina Hurricanes hitting their stride as a team and how the culture under head coach Rod Brind'Amour allows them to pick up a 3-2 win on the road over the Boston Bruins with Spencer Martin making his debut appearance for the Carolina Hurricanes after being claimed on waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Also, Tim Donnely & Graham Hill share their confidence and express their concerns with the Carolina Hurricanes.