Buckets & Birdies

The Buckets & Birdies crew takes the podcast on the road to Augusta, Georgia for the most iconic week in golf. Marcus and Carter wrap up an unforgettable NCAA Tournament run — breaking down the Final Four, the championship game, and all the moments in between. Then it's pure Augusta: the incredible athletes and musicians they've met, the electric atmosphere, and their predictions for how the biggest week in golf will play out.Live, on location, and ready for it. 🏀⛳

March Madness delivers another all-time moment as the Dook Blue Devils fall to the UConn Huskies on a buzzer-beater for the ages. Marcus and Carter break down the game, make their predictions for the rest of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, and react to Will Wade leaving NC State after just one season.Plus, excitement builds as we look ahead to a special upcoming episode from Augusta!March Madness & The Masters, what could be better? 🏀⛳

🎙️ Episode 11 — First Round DarlingsMarch Madness delivers, as the High Point Panthers take down the Wisconsin Badgers and become the story of the first round. Marcus and Carter break down all the early tournament action, discuss the departure of Hubert Davis, and make their picks for the Sweet 16.Upsets, storylines, and the madness in full swing. 🏀

It’s time for the bracket reveal. Marcus and Carter break down Selection Sunday and react to the teams selected for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. From surprises and snubs to early predictions, we dive into everything that makes this one of the most exciting days in college basketball.The bracket is set—let the madness begin. 🏀

In honor of International Women's Day, we celebrate the women in sports who inspire us and continue to shape the game. We also look ahead to the ACC Men's Basketball Tournament and what it takes to prepare for March, and discuss Nolan Smith punching his ticket to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament as a coach.A conversation about inspiration, preparation, and the moments that define the season.

🎙️ Episode 8 — The Most Wonderful Time of the YearMarch means two things: NCAA Tournament and The Masters Tournament are right around the corner. We talk about the strong season from the North Carolina Tar Heels, recap Nico Echavarria winning the Cognizant Classic, and react to Nikel Rodgers setting a record with 17 three-pointers in one game.Most importantly, we introduce the newest member of the family—Heels, Carter’s new puppy.Basketball, golf, and a little puppy joy to start the best time of the sports calendar. 🐶🏀⛳

🎙️ Episode 7 — Every Four Years, We Become FansWe celebrate the spirit of the Winter Olympics, recap the North Carolina Tar Heels earning a hard-fought win over the Louisville Cardinals, and Carter shares stories from his unforgettable trip to Pebble Beach Golf Links. We also give a well-deserved shoutout to the North Carolina A&T Aggies for capturing the HBCU Classic.Join us for a conversation full of great moments, appreciation for the games we love, and plenty of fun along the way.

🎙️ Episode 6Pandemonium in the Dean Dome. Seth Trimble hits a buzzer-beater to beat dook, a shot that may go down as one of the greatest moments in North Carolina Tar Heels history. Marcus shares what it was like being courtside, what the rivalry means to former players, and we honor Dean Smith as the game falls on the anniversary of his passing.An unforgettable night in Chapel Hill.

🎙️ Episode 5It's rivalry week! We preview the upcoming Carolina vs. Duke showdown—and after naming other big rivalries, agree it’s the greatest rivalry in sports. We also break down Justin Rose winning the Farmers Insurance Open at 45, and close with how Ronald Curry is making real noise as a rising coaching name in the NFL.Rivalries, longevity, and what’s next—GO HEELS!

🎙️ Episode 4This week we talk about North Carolina’s big win over Virginia, Carter goes perfect on trivia naming the 1960 NCAA Men's Basketball champion and Masters winner, and we break down Fernando Mendoza being offered big money to return to Indiana. Plus, Scottie Scheffler earns his 20th PGA Tour win, and the return of Philip Rivers.Big wins, big money, and big storylines—let’s get into it.

🎙️ Episode 3We recap a tough California trip for the North Carolina Tar Heels, the return of the PGA Tour, react to NASCAR bringing back "The Chase", and close with a fun fact—January 19th, a special date for Marcus.Perspective, storylines, and a little history—all in one episode.

🎙️ Episode 2We break down the North Carolina Men's Basketball team traveling to California with matchups against the Stanford Cardinals and the California Golden Bears, react to Brooks Koepka being reinstated into the PGA Tour, and talk about an exciting new golf event coming to Asheville, NC.

🎙️ Episode 1We’re kicking off the podcast with Carolina basketball coverage, breaking down Brooks Koepka being done with the LIV Tour, and reacting to a player dropping 11 three-pointers in a single game. A little analysis, a few hot takes, and the start of something new!