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Next Up with 99.9 The Fan

In Next Up, host Paul Ihander moves the Triangle sports day forward, providing insight to fans and listeners on the sports world’s biggest stories and trending topics through a personality-based and sound driven presentation.

Next Up is a production of 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, North Carolina. 

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What's next for the Carolina Panthers as minicamp concludes?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren break down the latest updates from Dave Canales and Derrick Brown as Carolina Panthers minicamp comes to an end.

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00:10:55
Jun 13, 2025 10:28 AM
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We don't need distractions from an incredible Stanley Cup Final; Is the ACC doomed in 2032?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the latest installment of a cinematic Stanley Cup Final series, and the disappointment that distractions are taking away from some classic games. Also, they revisit conference realignment, as the future of the ACC is up in the air.

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00:23:31
Jun 13, 2025 10:19 AM
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Carlee Sharpe on the Keli Wagner Lady Angler (KWLA) Tournament & Big Rock Kids Tournament

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Carlee Sharpe, Social Media Coordinator and Tournament Director for KWLA & Big Rock Kids, to discuss the passion, purpose, and planning behind Eastern North Carolina’s most beloved fishing events. 

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00:11:16
Jun 12, 2025 11:14 AM
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U.S. Open, Pacers take Game 3, & SCF Game 4 preview; Bryce Young steps up

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the 2025 U.S. Open Championship beginning today, the Indiana Pacers rallying to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and the Florida Panthers holding a 2-1 series lead over the Edmonton Oilers heading into tonight's Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. Also, Paul and Graham are joined by Vashti Hurt, editor of Carolina Blitz, to recap Day 2 of the Carolina Panthers mandatory minicamp.

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00:24:20
Jun 12, 2025 11:7 AM
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Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament back in action; U.S. Open Championship preview

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by WCTI 12 sports anchor Luke Schwartz to discuss the 67th Annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. Also, Paul and Graham preview the 125th U.S. Open Championship.

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00:18:23
Jun 11, 2025 10:56 AM
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Bill Belichick on UNC football's offseason; Bryce Young vs Jaycee Horn at Carolina Panthers minicamp

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill react to Bill Belichick’s recently shared thoughts on UNC football’s offseason. Also, Paul and Graham are joined by Dennis Cox, host of Panthers Playbook, who is en route to Charlotte for the Carolina Panthers' mandatory minicamp.

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00:21:58
Jun 11, 2025 10:48 AM
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Is there a real timeline for the Carolina Hurricanes success?

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the future of the Carolina Hurricanes and whether there's a clear timeline for the franchise to capture a Stanley Cup.

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00:10:43
Jun 10, 2025 10:37 AM
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Murray State stuns Duke baseball, Florida Panthers roll in Game 3, & Dave Doeren speaks

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss Murray State's 5-4 win over Duke baseball, the Florida Panthers' 6-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3, and NC State football head coach Dave Doeren's interview on The Drive with Tim Donnelly. 

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00:17:30
Jun 10, 2025 10:29 AM
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UNC baseball falls short: Chapel Hill Super Regional finale heartbreak

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to recap UNC baseball's 4-3 loss to Arizona in Game 3 of the Chapel Hill Super Regional. 

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00:10:14
Jun 9, 2025 12:21 PM
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UNC baseball falls, Duke vs Murray State, OKC takes Game 2 & R-Truth shocks Cena

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill recap UNC baseball's loss to Arizona in the Chapel Hill Super Regional finale, and preview Duke baseball's winner-take-all clash with Murray State in the Durham Super Regional. Plus, the Oklahoma City Thunder evened the series with the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals, and WWE fans were stunned as R-Truth returned at Money In The Bank, attacking John Cena.

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00:23:39
Jun 9, 2025 12:14 PM
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UNC baseball vs Arizona, Duke baseball vs Murray State; NCAA 2025 Super Regionals preview

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Daron Vaught, host of ACC Baseball Etc. on the D1 Baseball Podcast Network, to preview the 2025 NCAA Baseball Super Regionals. Paul, Graham, and Daron break down UNC’s showdown with Arizona in Chapel Hill and Duke baseball’s first-ever home postseason series as they take on Murray State in Durham.

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00:12:33
Jun 6, 2025 11:14 AM
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Sports drama unleashed; The Soccer Tournament 2025 standout moments & fan experience

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the past 24 hours, which were full of sports drama. Also, National Women's Soccer League play-by-play commentator and analyst Jessica Charman joins Paul and Graham to share her insights from The Soccer Tournament 2025. 

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00:23:12
Jun 6, 2025 11:7 AM
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How the Carolina Panthers can stay on track 90 days before Week 1

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss how the Carolina Panthers can keep building momentum with just 90 days until the start of the 2025 NFL season. 

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00:07:17
Jun 5, 2025 11:11 AM
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Graham's first-time experience at TST & meeting Pat McAfee; UNC baseball vs Arizona preview

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss Graham's first-ever trip to The Soccer Tournament (TST) 2025 at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary and meeting Pat McAfee. Also, Paul and Graham are joined by Dave Nathan, UNC baseball play-by-play commentator, to preview the Diamond Heels hosting Arizona in the Super Regional. 

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00:27:47
Jun 5, 2025 11:6 AM
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Durham to a million: Kofi Appiagyei's return to WakeMed Soccer Park for The Soccer Tournament

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Durham native and former William Peace University forward Kofi Appiagyei, now playing left midfielder for Dark Horse NC United in The Soccer Tournament (TST) -- returning to WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, June 4-9.

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00:09:16
Jun 4, 2025 10:40 AM
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What we learned from Eric Tulsky & Rod Brind'Amour's exit interviews

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the key takeaways from Carolina Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky and head coach Rod Brind'Amour's end-of-season exit interviews. Also, Paul and Graham preview Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers.

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00:26:44
Jun 4, 2025 10:37 AM
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Rod Brind'Amour reflects on Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup Playoff run & rising young talent

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour joined Paul Ihander and Graham Hill to recap the team's Eastern Conference Final loss to the Florida Panthers and how proud he is of the Hurricanes' fight through a season of adversity.

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00:12:07
Jun 3, 2025 11:21 AM
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Third wheel aplenty: Carolina Hurricanes offseason depth strategy

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' offseason approach, highlighting how the team has prioritized depth by adding what they call "third wheels aplenty." Also, Paul and Graham recap UNC baseball's 14-4 win over Oklahoma in the Chapel Hill Regional finale, punching their ticket to the NCAA Super Regional.

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00:20:30
Jun 3, 2025 11:15 AM
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Impact of Ven-Allen Lubin committing to NC State basketball

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Cory Smith, Editor of Pack Pride, to discuss former UNC basketball forward Ven-Allen Lubin committing to NC State basketball. 

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00:15:48
Jun 2, 2025 11:33 AM
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Carolina Hurricanes offseason: Rebuild or rewind; NCAA Baseball Regionals recap

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss whether the Carolina Hurricanes will rebuild key parts of their roster or rewind and run it back with familiar faces. Also, Paul and Graham break down the weekend performances from Duke, ECU, and NC State in the NCAA Baseball Regionals, and preview UNC facing a win-or-go-home game against Oklahoma in the Chapel Hill Regional finale. 

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00:24:51
Jun 2, 2025 11:27 AM
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The latest from the NHL and NBA playoffs; Bill Belichick not appearing in EA College Football 26

Paul Ihander and Max Goren discuss the Edmonton Oilers advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, and the New York Knicks forcing a Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers. Also, they touch on Bill Belichick's absence from College Football 26 being a missed opportunity for UNC.

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00:16:13
May 30, 2025 10:28 AM
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Giving out our 2024-25 Carolina Hurricanes team awards; NCAA tournament considering expansion

Paul Ihander and Max Goren give out their team MVP, Most Improved and "Should've but didn't" awards for the Carolina Hurricanes. Also, they discuss the possibility of the NCAA expanding March Madness to 72 or 76 teams.

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00:26:15
May 30, 2025 10:24 AM
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Paul Maurice explains snub, no handshake with Carolina Hurricanes after Game 5

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill react to Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice's explanation for not participating in the traditional post-series handshake with the Carolina Hurricanes after Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final.

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00:15:39
May 29, 2025 10:56 AM
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Carolina Hurricanes eliminated in Game 5 loss to Florida Panthers

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill recap the Carolina Hurricanes' hard-fought battle in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final, where they fell 5-3 to the Florida Panthers, officially ending their Stanley Cup Playoff run. Also, Paul and Graham are joined by Dave Nathan, UNC baseball play-by-play commentator, to preview the Tar Heels vs Holy Cross in the Chapel Hill Regional on Friday. 

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00:26:16
May 29, 2025 10:50 AM
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Carolina Panthers OTAs begin; Bryce Young's leadership & offensive impact in 2025

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss Day 1 of the Carolina Panthers Organized Team Activities (OTAs), focusing on the continued development of quarterback Bryce Young heading into his third NFL season. 

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00:15:29
May 28, 2025 10:43 AM
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