
The Big Hitters Only Podcast blends UNC sports with off-topic discussion of lifestyle, culture, and long-form interviews with compelling people. Tar Heel football and basketball gets you in the door, engaging conversation, lively takes, and laughs will keep you around. Host Ross Martin, who covered UNC football, basketball, and recruiting for 10 years, will be joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 70 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein joined Big Hitters Only and host Ross Martin to talk UNC basketball, his first year in office, the Japan trip, North Carolina’s economy, and Western NC.
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UNC used a fantastic second half to take it to Kansas for a refreshing 87-74 win. Host Ross Martin, UNC walk-on Spenser Dalton, and producer Connor Sparrow dive into the game and break it all down with an instant reaction podcast. From the uneven fir... more
Instant reaction to UNC’s 94-54 win over Central Arkansas in the 2025-26 season opener (00:18) followed by 20 mins on UNC football with Bryn Renner (36:17).
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A look inside the 2025-26 Tar Heels after two exhibition games vs. BYU and Winston Salem State. What are the biggest concerns? What player are you most excited about? What’s one question you want answered by January? Host Ross Martin, Producer Connor... more
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This pod is the real. Excellent analysis without all the industry talk. Down to earth, funny, and a balanced blend of contributors. Ross is the Boss!
Ross brings the REAL talk on all things UNC + off topics of interest. Keep on keeping on Ross!
Pumped to have Ross back in action covering the Heels. Most Carolina fans aren’t the wine and cheesers in the sweater vests. Ross is looking out for us folks who are passionate about Carolina football and want a nationally relevant program and gameday atmosphere.
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Content focuses predominantly on University of North Carolina (UNC) sports, particularly football and basketball, with lively discussions around recent games, player performance, and coaching decisions. The engaging format blends sports analysis with off-topic conversations related to culture, lifestyle, and personal anecdotes, creating a relaxed atmosphere for listeners. Unique elements include long-form interviews with guests from various sectors, ranging from sports journalism to culinary arts, providing additional depth to the discussions and appealing to a broader audience interested in both sports and cultural topics.
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Recent guests on Big Hitters Only include:
1. Pat Welter
2. Rod Baxley
3. Richard Johnson
4. Matt Zenitz
5. Ben Portnoy
6. Eric Mac Lain
7. David Hale
8. Conor O'Neill
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