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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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Rico Dowdle getting the keys to the Carolina Panthers offense; Freddie Freeman walks off a World Series marathon

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers running back room, with recent comments from coach Dave Canales suggesting that Rico Dowdle will get a majority of the touches for his offense moving forward. Also, Freddie Freeman's 18th inning walk-off homer earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:12:34
Oct 28, 2025 10:15 AM
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Dave Doeren hears the noise in a disappointing 13th season; Trying to solve the Carolina Hurricanes' powerplay

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State football coach Dave Doeren, who has had to answer questions regarding his job in the midst of a disappointing season for the Wolfpack. Also, they try to solve the issue of the Carolina Hurricanes' powerplay- is it a personnel issue, or does the system need a shake-up?

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00:30:49
Oct 28, 2025 10:9 AM
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Another rough Saturday for UNC and NC State football; LaMelo Ball drops a 38-point triple-double

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to another week of losses for UNC and NC State football- Carolina hung with a ranked Virginia team, but fell just one yard short of the upset, whereas the Wolfpack defense was no match for the Pitt offense. Also, LaMelo Ball's 38-point triple-double earns him the Capital City Roofing 

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

00:18:21
Oct 27, 2025 10:38 AM
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Andy Dalton-led Panthers get blown out by Buffalo; Carolina Hurricanes finally coming back home

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 40-9 blowout loss at the hands of the Buffalo Bills- did Andy Dalton's struggles highlight what Bryce Young adds to the offense? Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes finally completing their state fair road trip, despite a growing list of injuries.

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00:25:53
Oct 27, 2025 10:10 AM
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UNC football looking to right the ship against Virginia; Seth Jarvis stays red-hot in another win

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to preview UNC football hosting Virginia on Saturday. Can the Tar Heels finally get on the right track? Also, Seth Jarvis' shootout heroics earn him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

00:18:42
Oct 24, 2025 10:20 AM
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Short-handed Carolina Hurricanes win a wild one in Colorado; Can the Carolina Panthers upset the Bills?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' wild 5-4 shootout win over the Colorado Avalanche, in which multiple Canes went down with injuries. How will the shorthanded Hurricanes continue to fight through this adversity? Also, they look ahead to the Carolina Panthers' game against Buffalo, and give the keys to upsetting Josh Allen and the Bills at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday.

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00:24:47
Oct 24, 2025 10:14 AM
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Carolina Panthers can gain league-wide respect against Buffalo; Wemby shines in season opener

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the Buffalo Bills, and how it presents an opportunity for Carolina to reach the upper echelon of teams in the NFL. Also, Victor Wembanyama's ridiculous showing for the Spurs earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

00:15:55
Oct 23, 2025 10:14 AM
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Charlotte Hornets win fifth straight season opener; Whalers and Nordiques face off in Colorado tonight

Paul Ihander & Max Goren break down a flurry of NBA news, including a string of arrests linked to a gambling probe and the Charlotte Hornets' season-opening win. Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchup with the Colorado Avalanche, in which both teams will don the sweaters from their former cities.

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00:27:37
Oct 23, 2025 10:9 AM
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NC State football preparing to face red-hot Pittsburgh; Luka Doncic opens season with 43-point near triple-double

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, for a weekly check-in on NC State football as they prepare to head North and take on the Pitt Panthers. Also, Luka Doncic's big opening night without LeBron earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:17:58
Oct 22, 2025 10:15 AM
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Bryce Young's ankle injury presents a lose-lose situation; NBA season gets underway

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the Buffalo Bills, and the lose-lose situation Bryce Young finds himself in after going down with an ankle injury. Also, they take a look at the NBA after an exciting opening night, and look forward to the Hornets' season opener against the Nets. 

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00:25:16
Oct 22, 2025 10:9 AM
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Adjusted expectations for UNC, NC State and Duke football; George Springer sends Toronto to the World Series

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the adjusted expectations for UNC, NC State and Duke at the midway point of the college football season. Also, George Springer's clutch three-run shot in Game 7 of the ALCS earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:15:20
Oct 21, 2025 10:43 AM
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Carolina Hurricanes suffer their first loss of the season; Could Bryce Young play against Buffalo?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Hurricanes' first loss to the season, falling 4-1 at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights. Also, they discuss Bryce Young's ankle injury, his prospects to play against Buffalo, and the running back split for the Carolina Panthers.

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00:26:48
Oct 21, 2025 10:12 AM
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UNC and Duke football fumble opportunities for big wins; Montie Quinn sets an NCAA rushing record

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to a couple of losses for Triangle college football teams- fumbles plagued UNC on Friday night en route to a loss at Cal, and Duke could not hang with an undefeated Georgia Tech team on Saturday. Also, Montie Quinn's record-breaking performance for Curry College earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:19:12
Oct 20, 2025 10:40 AM
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The Carolina Panthers finally have a winning record; Carolina Hurricanes look to remain unbeaten in Vegas tonight

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 13-6 win over the New York Jets, which puts them over .500 for the first time in four seasons. With Bryce Young exiting the game in the 3rd quarter with an ankle injury, what is the outlook moving forward for Carolina? Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' undefeated start to the season, with a big tilt against the Vegas Golden Knights on the horizon.

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00:25:58
Oct 20, 2025 10:30 AM
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Duke football hosts Georgia Tech for ACC supremacy; Seth Jarvis snipes two goals, including his 100th

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in David Schumate, voice of the Duke Blue Devils, to preview the huge matchup between Duke and Georgia Tech at Wallace Wade Stadium. Duke isn't the only Triangle team in action this weekend- UNC faces Cal in a late night Friday game. Also, a two-goal performance from Seth Jarvis in a Carolina Hurricanes win earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:18:44
Oct 17, 2025 10:20 AM
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Nikishin scores his first NHL goal as Canes remain unbeaten; Bryce Young seeking first three-game NFL win streak

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks, making them the last remaining undefeated team in the NHL. Also, they preview the Carolina Panthers' game at the New York Jets- can Bryce Young secure his first three-game win streak in the NFL and get the Panthers over .500 for the first time since 2021?

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00:23:39
Oct 17, 2025 10:11 AM
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ECU football becoming the darling of Thursday night; Vlad Guerrero Jr. goes 4-4

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Philip Pilkington, ECU football studio host, to preview the Pirates' matchup with the Tulsa Golden Hurricane. Also, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s 4-4 performance in Game 3 of the ALCS earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:17:06
Oct 16, 2025 10:22 AM
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Opportunities all throughout the lineup on Sunday for the Carolina Panthers; Previewing Canes-Ducks

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the winless New York Jets, and whether this game is considered a "must-win." How will coach Dave Canales split the carries in the backfield between the returning Chuba Hubbard and red-hot Rico Dowdle? Also, they preview tonight's Carolina Hurricanes game in Anaheim, as the Canes' state fair road trip continues out west.

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00:24:46
Oct 16, 2025 10:13 AM
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Can NC State football find two more wins for bowl eligibility?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Pride, to recap NC State football's 36-7 loss at Notre Dame, and to discuss how the Wolfpack will approach the rest of the season, needing two more wins for a bowl berth. Also, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's complete-game victory in Game 2 of the NLCS earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:15:47
Oct 15, 2025 10:24 AM
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Brandon Bussi backstops the Carolina Hurricanes to third straight win in his NHL debut

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 win over the San Jose Sharks to kick off their six-game state fair road trip. It was a complete team performance, with 13 different Canes recording a point and goaltender Brandon Bussi looking sharp in his NHL debut. Also, they discuss the Carolina Panthers' standing in the NFL, as other teams struggle with wacky injuries and disappointing results.

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00:27:30
Oct 15, 2025 10:18 AM
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Checking in on UNC football ahead of a trip to Berkeley; Bijan Robinson runs all over the Bills

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to check in on the UNC football program in the wake of the recent Bill Belichick drama, as well as look ahead to their upcoming game against Cal. Also, Bijan Robinson's monster game on Monday Night Football earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

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00:15:50
Oct 14, 2025 10:21 AM
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Carolina Panthers have a good running back problem; Carolina Hurricanes head west for state fair road trip

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales' dilemma when it comes to the running back room- when Chuba Hubbard returns from injury, how will he manage the backfield after two weeks of Rico Dowdle dominance? Also, they preview the Carolina Hurricanes seeing some familiar faces in San Jose as they kick off their state fair road trip.

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

00:26:23
Oct 14, 2025 10:12 AM
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Carolina Hurricanes start 2-0 after dramatic OT win; Rico Dowdle sets a Panthers franchise record

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-0 start to the regular season, coming off of a dramatic overtime win on Saturday over the Philadelphia Flyers. Also, a record-breaking performance by Rico Dowdle earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

00:16:39
Oct 13, 2025 11:6 AM
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Complete team effort by the Carolina Panthers leads to win over Dallas; NC State still seeking two wins for bowl eligbility

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 30-27 win over the Dallas Cowboys. It was a complete team effort, with Bryce Young throwing for three touchdowns, Rico Dowdle setting a franchise record for scrimmage yards, and Tetairoa McMillan scoring his first two NFL touchdowns- can the Panthers continue this momentum? Also, they react to NC State football's blowout loss at the hands of Notre Dame.

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00:27:19
Oct 13, 2025 10:59 AM
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Carolina Panthers must take advantage of a bad Dallas defense; K'Andre Miller shines in Carolina Hurricanes debut

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Panthers' upcoming matchup with the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday. Can Bryce Young and the Panthers' offense take advantage of the NFL's worst-ranked defense? Also, K'Andre Miller's stellar Hurricanes debut earns him the Capital City Roofing Superstar Performance of the Night.

This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at hempies.co.

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Oct 10, 2025 10:21 AM
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