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Mike Rucker Previews the Panthers’ Season

Colin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:59:22 +0000

8/11/11 - Former Panther and current TV analyst for the team’s pre-season games, Mike Rucker joined the Mac Attack to talk about new head coach Ron Rivera, the team’s progress at training camp, and previews the upcoming season. Ruck also recounts an amazing story about when John Kasay first broke into the league.

The Mac Attack Interviews Mike Rucker

Mac Attack Interviews Panthers’ Executives

Colin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 17:14:36 +0000

8/9/11 – While in Spartanburg, Mac and Jim had a chance to talk with Panthers’ team president Danny Morrison about the optimism surrounding the team, fan experience at Panther games, the differences between college and the pros, and the troubles currently facing colleges. Morrison served as TCU’s athletic director before accepting the President’s position with the Panthers.

The Mac Attack Interviews Panthers President Danny Morrison

Later in the show, the guys had an opportunity to talk with General Manager Marty Hurney about the timeline for additional moves, areas of concern, and well… toilets. Yeah, Jim went there.

The Mac Attack Interviews Marty Huney, Panthers GM, Aug 9

Be sure to check out the other interviews from Panthers training camp: Head Coach Ron Rivera, Thomas Davis and Captain Munnerlyn, Jeff Otah and Charles Godfrey and Steve Reed’s update.

Panthers’ Davis, Munnerlyn, Otah & Godfrey Join The Mac Attack

Colin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:55:57 +0000

8/9/11 – The guys were down in Spartanburg and had a chance to sit down with two pairs of Panthers. First up were Thomas Davis and Captain Munnerly. When they weren’t trash talking each others schools and each others speed, they were excitedly talking about the new defensive scheme.

The Mac Attack Interviews Captain Munnerlyn and Thomas Davis 8/9

Tackle Jeff Otah and Safety Charles Godfrey joined the guys to talk about Jeff’s return, comparing playbooks, and motivation heading into the season.

The Mac Attack Interviews Panthers Charles Godfrey and Jeff Otah

Be sure to check out the other interviews from Panthers training camp: Head Coach Ron Rivera, team president Danny Morrison, General Manager Marty Hurney and Steve Reed’s update.

Head Coach Ron Rivera Live From Panthers Training Camp

Colin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:21:20 +0000

8/9/11 – New Panthers head coach Ron Rivera joined the Mac Attack and talked about his hopes and expectations for the season, who shaped him as a coach,his philosophies, young QBs, earning playing time and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews Panthers head coach Ron Rivera Aug 9

Be sure to check out the other interviews from Panthers training camp: Thomas Davis and Captain Munnerlyn, Jeff Otah and Charles Godfrey, team president Danny Morrison, General Manager Marty Hurney and Steve Reed’s update.

Randy Cross On Cam’s Development, Steve Smith And “Chico”

Colin — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:42:36 +0000

8/8/11 - Randy Cross, CBS analyst, joined the Mac Attack to discuss Cam Newton’s growth, Smitty’s change of heart, free agency madness, Super Bowl favorites, and his friend, “Chico” Rivera.

The Mac Attack Interviews Randy Cross 8/8

Mr. College Football on Pre-Season Polls and Previews the Season

Colin — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:35:50 +0000

8/5/11 – Tony Barnhart joined the Mac Attack to discuss the newly released pre-season polls, the SEC having 8 teams in the Top 25, over and underrated teams in the ACC and SEC and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews Tony Barnhart

Tim Brando’s Bold BCS Prediction on the Mac Attack

Colin — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:24:56 +0000

8/4/11 – Tim Brando from CBS Sports joined the Mac Attack and talked everything from UNC to Stephen Garcia’s night time activities to cramming for an exam in college. Timmy B also calls university administrators to the carpet and makes an eye-opening prediction about the BCS National Championship game this season. A little Lou Holtz thrown in at the end, for good measure.

The Mac Attack Interviews Tim Brando

Panthers GM Marty Hurney Joins the Mac Attack

Colin — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:13:46 +0000

8/3/11 – Coming off a whirlwind week of free agency Panthers GM Marty Hurney joins the guys to talk about the teams’ moves, areas of need, and Jim presses Marty on the lack of a second cornerback.

The Mac Attack

Charles Davis Talks Panthers, Free Agency, and Tennnessee on the Mac Attack

Colin — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:54:01 +0000

8/2/2011 – Charles Davis, from the NFL Network, joined Mac and Jim to drop a little Derek Anderson knowledge, talk about the new found Panther excitement, other NFL news and Mac asks about the Athletic Director position at UT.

The Mac Attack Interviews Charles Davis Aug 2

Duke’s David Cutcliffe Talks Increased Expectations and Victory Bells

Colin — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:35:11 +0000

Frank Garcia and Stan Olson filled in on the Mac Attack, but the Coaches Caravan rolls on. Duke head football coach David Cutcliffe talks about keeping a program clean in big time college football, his recruiting practices, increased expectations for the Blue Devils and T-Bone makes a promise.

Mac Attack Interviews David Cutcliffe

Listen to previous Mac Attack Coaches Caravan interviews:
ACC
Jim Grobe (Wake Forest)
Tom O’Brien (NC State)
Dabo Swinney (Clemson)
Randy Edsall (Maryland)

SEC
Gene Chizik (Auburn)
Mark Richt (Gergia)
Ellis Johnson (South Carolina)

Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney Season Preview

Colin — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:35:00 +0000

Frank Garcia and Stan Olson filled in on the Mac Attack, but the Coaches Caravan rolls on. Clemson’s Dabo Swinney talks to the guys about starting a news QB, learning from tough losses last season, and looking forward to this upcoming season. Coach Swinney also talks about Da’Quan Bowers falling in the draft and his future.

The Mac Attack Interviews Dabo Swinney

Listen to previous Mac Attack Coaches Caravan interviews:
ACC
Jim Grobe (Wake Forest)
Tom O’Brien (NC State)
David Cutcliffe (Duke)
Randy Edsall (Maryland)

SEC
Gene Chizik (Auburn)
Mark Richt (Gergia)
Ellis Johnson (South Carolina)

Randy Cross Talks NFL Lockout and Sports Movies

Colin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:13:08 +0000

Former NFL player and current analyst, Randy Cross, joins the Mac Attack to discuss the NFL lockout, T.O.’s future employment, and in classic Jim style he ropes Randy into the day’s movie discussion.

The Mac Attack Interviews Randy Cross

ESPN’s Chad Ford and the Mac Attack Picks for the Bobcats

Colin — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:05:24 +0000

ESPN NBA draft analyst Chad Ford joins the guys to talk about the Bobcats selections, Jimmer and other NBA draft tidbits.

The Mac Attack Interviews Chad Ford

We also made our predictions for the 9th pick, offering up who we want, who we think they will draft, and who would be our nightmare selections.

Dream Picks:
Mac: Tristan Thompson
Jim: Jimmer or “Bismark“
T-Bone: Marshon Brooks – like him at 9, love him at 19
Colin: Kawhi Leonard or Jim’s buddy Bismark. Also coveting Norris Cole at 39.

Likely Picks:
Mac: Chris Singleton (who we spoke with today)
Jim: Kawhi Leonard
T-Bone: Chris Singleton
Colin: Kawhi Leonard, Biyombo or they trade down.

Nightmare Picks:
Mac: Jimmer
Jim: Jan Vesely (Men should not be named Jan)
T-Bone: Marcus or Markieff could be a disaster. I would rather have Zach Morris and his bad knee than either of those two. Also, Ben Hansbrough for personal reasons.
Colin: Marcus Morris. An undersized PF that doesn’t rebound well and isn’t a tremendous leaper? I’ll pass.

Dennis Dodd on the Mac Attack

T-Bone — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 20:28:17 +0000

CBSSports analyst Dennis Dodd joins the show to discuss the ongoing dramas for Ohio State and UNC, as well as NC State’s Russell Wilson decision and other college football stories.

The Mac Attack Interviews Dennis Dodd

2012 NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee Darrell Waltrip Joins the Mac Attack

T-Bone — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 20:22:48 +0000

Mac talks with DW about the honor of going into the NASCAR Hall of Fame, some memories from his career, and some of the current goings-on in NASCAR, including Kyle Busch getting beat up.

The Mac Attack Interviews Darrell Waltrip

Mac Attack Interviews John Feinstein

T-Bone — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 17:37:51 +0000

Mac Attack 06/09/11: The great John Feinstein joined us for his thoughts on Tiger Woods, and what his idea is to clean up college sports. All blogs are driven by Town and County Ford.

The Mac Attack Interviews John Feinstein

Steve Byrnes on Childress v. Busch

T-Bone — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:51:43 +0000

Steve Byrnes from NASCAR on Fox talks with John Kilgo and Stan Olson (filling in for Mac and Jim) about the dust up (read beat down) between Richard Childress and Kyle Busch. All blogs are driven by Town and County Ford.

The Mac Attack Interviews Steve Byrnes

Mike Joy Previews the NASCAR All-Star Festivities

Colin — Fri, 20 May 2011 15:02:21 +0000

5/20/11 – Voice of NASCAR on Fox and Speed Channel analyst, Mike Joy, stops by the Mac Attack to discuss this weekend’s All-Star events, changes to NASCAR coverage, the season going forward, a possible major concern at CMS and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews Mike Joy

NFL Legend Carl Eller Talks Lockout

Colin — Fri, 20 May 2011 14:54:40 +0000

Mac Attack 5/20/11 – Minnesota Vikings legend, Hall of Famer Carl Eller, now serves as the President of the Retired Players Association. He’s been a part of most of the current NFL Lockout meetings and he joins the show to discuss progress being made, what he’s seeking from both sides and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews Carl Eller

Cam Newton’s Tutor, Former Panther Chris Weinke Talks to the Mac Attack

Colin — Tue, 17 May 2011 17:10:21 +0000

5/17/11 - Former Panther QB Chris Weinke joins the Mac Attack to talk about working with Cam Newton at the IMG Madden Academy in Florida.

The Mac Attack Interviews Chris Weinke

NFL, Goats, and Rodeo Clowns

T-Bone — Wed, 11 May 2011 17:30:42 +0000

Mac Attack - Mike Florio from ProFootballTalk.com stops by for his weekly visit and the guys start out talking about….goats. After discussing all things NFL, including Reggie Bush, Favre training Cam, and more the conversation takes another unexpected turn towards rodeo clowns.

The Mac Attack Interviews Mike Florio

Jordan Gross Kicks It on the Mac Attack

Colin — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:07:11 +0000

Carolina Panther Left Tackle Jordan Gross joined the Mac Attack to discuss Cam Newton joining the team, how it feels to be heading back to the facilities, his draft wishes and his charity kickball game, which will feature a very special guest’s first appearance in Charlotte, and goes to benefit the Cystic Fybrosis Foundation. The game’s tomorrow (Saturday April 30th) at Providence High School at 3 PM.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Jordan Gross 4/29

Thomas Davis Offers Off-Season Insight

Colin — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 18:25:18 +0000

Panther linebacker Thomas Davis stops by the Mac Attack to discuss the off-season with the guys. Thomas offers insight into his situation and one of the captains who may not be back with the team. Hear what he has to say about the quarterback situation (not exactly ringing endorsements), other draft prospects and Coach Ron Rivera.

Be sure to check out the website for the Thomas Davis Defending Dreams Foundation. Football camp, Youth Leadership Academy, and a special “Night in Vegas” coming up in May for the adults with lots of celebrity guests.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Thomas Davis 4 22

Special Guest Gary Williams Talks Masters

Colin — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:20:01 +0000

Jim’s old cohort in crime, Gary Williams, now of the Golf Channel’s Morning Drive, comes back to his old stomping grounds to discuss the Masters. Jim puts Gary on the spot and Mac seeks advice regarding Jim.

The Mac Attack Interviews Gary Williams

Doug Glanville Talking Baseball

Colin — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:40:48 +0000

Mac has a conversation with former Phillies centerfielder Doug Glanville about the state of the game, his predictions for the season and his new book, The Game From Where I Stand.

The Mac Attack Interviews Doug Glanville

Mac Attack Talks with Cam Newton’s QB Coach

Colin — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:14:36 +0000

Mac talks with George Whitfield, of Whitfield Athletix (flash and sound effects warning), about his newest pupil, Cam Newton. Mac asks Whitfield, who previously worked with Ben Roethlisberger about Cam’s development, the criticism he’s received recently and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews George Whitfield

Mac Attack Interviews Dick Vitale

Brett Jensen — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 18:18:16 +0000

Mac Attack 3/16/11: The guys talked with ESPN analyst Dick Vitale about the 2011 NCAA Tournament.

The Mac Attack With Dick Vitale

Fran Fraschilla on the ACC & Big East

Colin — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:41:17 +0000

Mac Attack Interview: Former St. John’s head basketball coach, Fran Fraschilla, joined Mac as he prepares to broadcast the Big East tournament on ESPN. Fran talks #1 seeds, the never-ending battle that is the Big East, Blue Blood expectations and more.

The Mac Attack Interview: Fran Fraschilla Mar 8

Jim and Charlie Sheen: The Interview

Colin — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:47:08 +0000

Our very own Jim Celania had a chance to talk with man of the hour…day…week Charlie Sheen. Here’s both parts of the revealing interview:

The Mac Attack: Jim and Charlie Sheen Part 1

The Mac Attack: Jim and Charlie Sheen Part 2

Dan Dakich Talks Duke/UNC

Colin — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:54:12 +0000

Mac Attack 2-22-11: Dan Dakich, ESPN Big 10 College Hoops analyst and former Hoosier coach/player, talks about the ACC, the best team in the country, and one of the teams he touts as Final Four caliber may surprise some people. He even finds time to chastise Wake Forest.

Just a reminder, you can still find podcasts of each hour by selecting Podcasts on the top of the FAN homepage.

The Mac Attack Interviews Dan Dakich Feb 22

Jay Bilas Talking College Hoops

Colin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:14:20 +0000

Mac Attack: Jay Bilas, from ESPN, joined Mac to talk about the state of the college basketball, particularly in the ACC. Sidney Lowe’s struggles, Duke’s future with or without Kyrie Irving and the coaching job Roy Williams has done this year are all discussed.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Jay Bilas

Todd McShay Talks Panthers Number 1 Pick

Colin — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:18:33 +0000

Mac Attack 2-17-11: ESPN draft expert, Todd McShay, joins the show to talk about who he would take with the first pick, Cam Newton shooting up the draft board, and what other top prospects could be on the Carolina Panthers radar.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Todd McShay Feb 17,2011

Dan Bonner on Nolan Smith and the ACC

Colin — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:09:46 +0000

Mac Attack 2-17-11: RAYCOM analyst, Dan Bonner, talks about the Nolan Smith for National Player of the Year movement, UNC’s shooting woes, and the state of the rest of the ACC.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Dan Bonner

Darrell Waltrip on the Daytona 500

Colin — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:02:00 +0000

Mac Attack 2-17-11: NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip spoke with Mac about Dale Earnhardt Jr, remembering Dale Sr and other storylines from the start of the racing season.

The Mac Attack Interviews: Darrell Waltrip Feb 17, 2011

Brooklyn Decker Talks Just Go With It, The Heels and Butler Bulldogs

Colin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:19:43 +0000

Mac Attack 2-11-11: Mac and Jim spoke with Charlotte’s own Brooklyn Decker in preparation for the release of her new movie, Just Go With It. The guys ask Brooklyn about the movie, Andy Roddick, her Heels and about getting her bathing suit retired at Butler High.

The Mac Attack Interviews Brooklyn Decker

Dell Curry Talks Bobcats and Seth’s Breakout

Colin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:05:13 +0000

Mac Attack 2-11-11: Dell Curry joins the guys to discuss the Bobcats, Seth’s breakout game against UNC, playing HORSE against the Boss and more.

The Mac Attack Interviews Dell Curry

Dereck Whittenburg

Colin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:04:18 +0000

Mac Attack 2-11-11: NC State legend and ESPNU analyst addresses the current state of the Wolfpack, the bad guys in blue and his “pass.”

The Mac Attack Interview Dereck Whittenburg

Mike DeCourcy from Sporting News

Colin — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:35:05 +0000

Mac Attack 2-10: After being in Cameron Indoor for UNC/Duke, Mike talks with the guys about his impressions of both teams.

The Mac Attack Interviews Mike DeCourcy

Tim Brando

T-Bone — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:46:50 +0000

Mac Attack 2-9-11: Preparing to call the UNC/Duke game, Tim Brando, takes some time to talk to Mac and Jim.

The Mac Attack Tim Brando Interview

Nick Fairley

Colin — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 21:36:10 +0000

Auburn Defensive Tackle chats about the National Championship, being called dirty and the prospect of playing in Carolina.

The Mac Attack Interview Nick Fairley