Episodes
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Episode 113 | A New Beginning
Billy and Kevin breakdown the Friars 83-56 win over Maine and preview the Nebraska game at Mohegan Sun
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Episode 112 | Bryan Hodgson
Billy sits down with Head Coach Bryan Hodgson to discuss playing with pace, the roster and the best baller on the staff heading into the 2026-27 season!
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Episode 111 | Eric Murdock & Marques Bragg
Billy sits down to talk with the Man of Steel Eric Murdock and fellow PC legend Marques Bragg. With a special guest Jason Murdock!
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Episode 110 | Fan Season Preview
Billy hosts 7 long-time friar fans and polls the group on a host of 2026-27 Friars questions for the first ever "Fan Season Preview Podcast"
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Episode 109 | Ted Bancroft Returns
Billy and Ted discuss Marcus Scott's story, the 2026-27 roster and Ted's PC Team that he thinks could go 32-0
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Episode 108 | Non-Con Schedule, Alpha Diallo, Friar Summer League Reviews
Billy, Kevin and Tom discuss the Non-Conference schedule release, Billy breaking Alpha Diallo to the Denver Nuggets and the Friar performances in Summer League.
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Episode 107 | Tyler Harris
Billy sits down with 2014 Big East Tournament Champion Tyler Harris to discuss his time at PC, winning Big East in 2014 and his time as a pro hooper overseas including a legandary run in Qatar.
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Episode 106 | Ed Croswell
Billy sits down with Friar Big East Regular Season Champion Ed Croswell. They discuss Ed's path to PC, his time as a Friar and finding a home in Italy as a professional.
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Episode 105 | Bryce Cotton and John Linehan Hall of Fame Discussion
Billy and Kevin discuss the induction of Bryce Cotton and John Linehan into the PC Athletics Hall of Fame
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Episode 104 | Jacob Bannarbie, NBA Combine & Discussion with Dealin Ducks
In Part 1: Billy, Kev and Tom discuss the Jacob Bannarbie commitment, NBA Combine & the Bryan Hodgson interview on the Field of 68. In Part 2: Billy sits down with Dealin Ducks founders Mark McPherson '14 and Nick Boylan '14 where they discuss entrepreneurship, why they partnered with us/the…
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Episode 103 | Portal Madness Vol. 2
Providence's new coaching staff is going to work in the transfer portal. Billy and Kevin break down all aspects of the Friars' portal class, digging into the numbers and potential impact.
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Episode 102 | Portal Madness Volume I
Billy, Kev and Tom talk about Byrd, Pate, Hightower and Kim English's new destination on our First Edition of 2026 Portal Madness
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Episode 101 | Comings and Goings
The transfer portal is upon us and Billy and Kevin break down the news of Ryan Mela staying, Jamier Jones and Oswin Erhunmwunse departing, some former USF players to keep an eye on, and dig into Bryan Hodgson's analytical approach.
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Episode 100 | Providence Hires Bryan Hodgson
It's the start of a new era as Providence hires Bryan Hodgson as its head coach.
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Episode 99 | Adam Finkelstein
Billy sits down for a conversation with Adam Finkelstein Director of Scouting at CBS Sports. On the PC head coaching job, the top candidates and the current returning players on the PC roster.
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Episode 98 | The End of the Kim English Era
The Kim English era is coming to an end after year three, and the guys welcome Ted Bancroft back to the show to talk through English's tenure, what's ahead for Providence, and so much more.
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Episode 97 | Pink Out win over Richard Pitino
Billy and Tom Harkness discuss the Xavier win, Jaylin Sellers continued rise and preview the Friars trip to Omaha.
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Episode 96 | Mayhem at the AMP
Bryce Hopkins returned to Providence and all hell broke loose. The guys break it all down.
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Episode 95 | An Intriguing Week Ahead
Following consecutive wins over Butler and DePaul at home, there's a bit more intrigue as Providence heads to Seton Hall on Wednesday night before returning to play St. John's. The guys take a look at the Friars' wins, Oswin Erhunmwunse's step forward, Jaylin Sellers winning Big East Player of…
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Episode 94 | Rock Bottom
Billy and Kevin discuss the misery that was Saturday's game against Georgetown and what the future holds
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Episode 93 | Marquette Woes, Georgetown Foes
Billy, Kev and special guest Tom Harkness discuss how the impossible happened in the Marquette loss and what to expect against Georgetown
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Episode 92 | One Step Forward, One Big Step Back
Following an encouraging week, Providence took a huge step backwards at Xavier. Breaking down what fell apart, season-long defensive shortcomings, and what's. next as Villanova comes to town.
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Episode 91 | Garden Storming
After two weeks away, Providence returned to the floor with a rousing victory over St. John's at Madison Square Garden. We break down all facets of the game -- including Jamier Jones and Stefan Vaaks stepping up, lineup and strategic changes, Bryce Hopkins' challenging day, a Friartown takeover,...
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Episode 90 | Noah Horchler
Billy reunites with Noah Horchler to talk his PC career, the Big East Regular Season Championship, the Sweet 16 run and playing professionally in Greece
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Episode 89 | Picking Up the Pieces to a Slow Start in the Big East
Following a tough loss to Seton Hall with challenging games against St. John's and UConn ahead, Providence is in a difficult spot as they close 2025. Billy and Kevin breakdown what's going wrong and if a turnaround is realistic.
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Episode 88 | Big East Opener at the AMP
Kevin and Billy discuss the Butler loss and the Friday night tilt against Seton Hall
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Episode 86 | URI Win, The Battle of Providence & Butler w/ PC Great Randall Hanke
PC Big Man great Randall Hanke stops by to discuss why URI is still little brother in Rhode Island College Basketball, how PC is improving offensively and defensively and what the Friars need to do to kick-off Big East play in the win column
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Episode 85 | Silence of the Rams
Billy, Kevin and Tom Harkness of Rhody Vault discuss the FDU Win, The State of the Friars at 5-4, what makes the PC/URI Rivalry so special and Saturday's game preview
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Episode 84 | Friar Thanksgiving with Ted
Billy and Ted discuss the Penn State win, Oswin Block Party, Vaaks in the Clutch and Wisco
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Episode 83 | Turbulent Times and What's ahead w/ Friartown Mayor
Billy and Danny aka Friartown Mayor discuss: The Colorado Loss, Defensive Identity, The Freshman Hot Start, Edwards and Sellers, UNH Rebound
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Episode 82 | Friars Drop a Heartbreaker at Mohegan, Remembering the Great Lenny Wilkens
Billy and Kevin are joined by Ted Bancroft following an overtime heartbreaker at Mohegan Sun. They break down the first week of the season, take a look ahead, and remember Friar great Lenny Wilkens.
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Episode 81 | Providence AD Steve Napolillo Returns to the Show
As the 2025-26 season tips off, Steve returns to the show and talks about the changing landscape in college sports, how Providence has positioned itself to build the best roster possible, the impact Friars athletics has in Rhode Island, NCAA Tournament expansion, and more.
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Episode 80 | The Season is Upon Us
The start of the 2025–26 season is almost upon us. Billy and Kevin take stock of Providence's two exhibition games, including the strong play of Duncan Powell and freshman Jamier Jones. The guys also talk about their biggest concerns heading into the season, what they feel most confident about…
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Episode 79 | Breaking Down the Pitt Exhibition and Big East Media Day
Business is picking up in Friartown. Kevin is fresh off his visit to Pittsburgh to get a first look at the Friars, while Providence was picked to finish fourth during Big East Media Day on Tuesday. Billy and Kev share Pitt impressions and talk through the outcomes of Media Day.
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Episode 78 | Aiden Derkack is a Friar, Prepping for Pitt
Billy and Kev break down the recent commitment of top 2026 recruit Aiden Derkack, Kevin's upcoming trip to Pittsburgh to see the Friars' exhibition game, and the narrative of the Big East being UConn/St. John's, and everyone else.
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Episode 77 | The Triumphant Return of Teddy Takes
We welcome former Friar Ted Bancroft back to the show and talk about what's next for Ryan Mela and Oswin Erhunmwunse as sophomores, share thoughts on the visit of five star guard Caleb Holt, get into expectations/hopes for the Friars offensively this year, and make a few predictions along the way.
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Episode 76: The Friar Podcast x Providence Crier Crossover
The is a fun one. Mike and BOC from The Providence Crier join The Friar Podcast for a full breakdown of the 2025–26 Friars. From cautious optimism to recruiting buzz, breakout players to buy-or-sell predictions, we cover it all. This episode dives into preseason expectations, potential sleepers,...
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Episode 75 | Friar Assistant Bryan Tibaldi
Billy and Kevin are joined by new Providence assistant Bryan Tibaldi. They discuss impressions of the team during summer practices and Tibaldi's journey -- which has included stints with Michigan State, DePaul, the Chicago Bulls, and most recently, the Cleveland Cavaliers. He talks about his...
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Episode 74 -- Nilavan Daniels Joins the Show
Billy welcomed PC sophomore Nilavan Daniels to the show. Nil detailed his journey from famed Chaminade in St. Louis to Link Year Prep and now Friartown. He also talked about next year's team having something to prove, reflected on his freshman year, and touched on the significance of being an...
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Episode 73 - Daquan Davis Joins the Show PLUS Early Impressions and the Non-conference Schedule
This jam-packed episode includes an interview with new Providence point guard Daquan Davis, a look at the non-conference portion of the schedule, impressions after seeing the new-look Friars, and much more.
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Episode 72 | Jason Edwards
Jason Edwards joins the show to talk about the upcoming season, and his mission to restore Providence's winning ways. The engaging Edwards also touches on his basketball journey, building relationships with his new teammates, growing up in Atlanta in much more.
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Episode 71 | Jaylen Harrell Joins the Show and Ryan Gomes is Back in Friartown!
Billy and Kev welcome Providence freshman Jaylen Harrell after he just arrived at campus. Plus, the guys share their excitement over Ryan Gomes' return, and talk about the recent media appearance of Kim English and Steve Napolillo.
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Episode 70 | Oswin Returns to the Show
We caught up with Oswin Erhunmwunse during his trip home to Nigeria. Oswin talked about being back home, how he sees his game evolving as a sophomore at Providence, taking on a leadership role after the departure of some veterans, and much more.
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Episode 69 - The Shag Man
Duncan Powell is a Friar. Bill and Kevin talk about what Powell brings to the Providence frontcourt, break down potential lineups next year, and share which portal additions are most likely to succeed in their roles.
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Episode 68 - Wildest Portal Day Ever
Billy and Kevin talk through one of the craziest recruiting days in Friar history, with breakdowns of Jason Edwards, Jaylin Sellers, Stefan Vaaks and much more.
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Episode 67 | Providence Strikes in the Portal
Bryce Hopkins is gone (to St. John's), but Daquan Davis and Cole Hargrove are in. Bill, Ted and Kev break down the latest on the transfer portal, share thoughts on Hopkins' commitment to St. John's, and talk through some other potential targets. What will Davis and Hargrove bring?
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Episode 66 | Portal Madness
The transfer portal is open and Billy and Kev have you covered on all the latest comings and goings. They break down each of the transfers out of Providence, what each of the returnees will bring, and talk about players to keep an eye on in the portal.
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Episode 65 | The Big East Tournament is Here
With the Big East Tournament tipping off tomorrow, Billy and Kev preview PC and Butler, talk about a pair of Friar freshmen making the Big East All-Freshman team, and share their thoughts on who is set to do damage in the New York this week.
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Episode 64 | Breaking It Down With the Friartown Mayor
Episode 64 | Breaking It Down With the Friartown Mayor by Bill Ricci
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Episode 63 | A Step Forward and a Big One Back
Billy welcomes Ted Bancroft back to the pod as they break down an impressive win against Villanova, and equally frustrating loss at Georgetown, and take a peak ahead at the rest of the Friars' remaining schedule.
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