Buckets & Birdies Sun, 24 May 2026 13:08:01 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2571352 en-us © 2026 Buckets & Birdies yes North Carolina, USA 852f0107-d1db-5b1c-99b8-af5a0d5886ca Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard episodic false The Buckets & Birdies Podcast hosted by @cbills23 and @mg1nyard 

23 minutes of hoops, golf and sports across the state of North Carolina.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Sports Basketball Golf Buckets Birdies Friendship Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard https://storage.buzzsprout.com/resq2mzqtloam3fixt2j62fmhszy?.jpg Buckets & Birdies Championship Pedigree Championship Pedigree Carolina's coaching staff just got a whole lot more legendary. Marcus and Carter welcome Buckets & Birdies back from the post-Augusta break with a deep dive into the storied career of national champion Deon Thompson and his addition to Michael Malone's coaching staff at UNC. With the addition of Brandon Robinson, the staff now boasts championship representation from 1993, 2005, 2009, and 2017 — that's not a coaching staff, that's a dynasty. They also break down the latest PGA Tour winners since Augusta and what's been happening on the course.

Championship bloodlines run deep in Chapel Hill. 🏀⛳

]]> Carolina's coaching staff just got a whole lot more legendary. Marcus and Carter welcome Buckets & Birdies back from the post-Augusta break with a deep dive into the storied career of national champion Deon Thompson and his addition to Michael Malone's coaching staff at UNC. With the addition of Brandon Robinson, the staff now boasts championship representation from 1993, 2005, 2009, and 2017 — that's not a coaching staff, that's a dynasty. They also break down the latest PGA Tour winners since Augusta and what's been happening on the course.

Championship bloodlines run deep in Chapel Hill. 🏀⛳

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-19206922 Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1380 1 14 full false Wheels Up, Augusta! Wheels Up, Augusta! 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. 🏀⛳

]]> 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. 🏀⛳

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-19032140 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1380 1 13 full false Down Goes Dook Down Goes Dook 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? 🏀⛳

]]> 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? 🏀⛳

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18934777 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1380 1 12 full false First Round Darlings First Round Darlings 🎙️ Episode 11 — First Round Darlings

March 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. 🏀

]]> 🎙️ Episode 11 — First Round Darlings

March 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. 🏀

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18909552 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1380 1 11 full false Selection Sunday Selection Sunday 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. 🏀

]]> 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. 🏀

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18852347 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1380 1 10 full false The Women Who Change The Game The Women Who Change The Game 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18831518 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1380 1 9 full false The Most Wonderful Time of the Year The Most Wonderful Time of the Year 🎙️ Episode 8 — The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

March 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 8 — The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

March 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. 🐶🏀⛳

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18794334 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500 1380 1 8 full false Every Four Years, We Become Fans Every Four Years, We Become Fans 🎙️ Episode 7 — Every Four Years, We Become Fans

We 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 7 — Every Four Years, We Become Fans

We 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18759012 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500 1380 1 7 full false Seth. Trimble. Seth. Trimble. 🎙️ Episode 6

Pandemonium 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 6

Pandemonium 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18660831 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1380 1 6 full false The Greatest Rivalry In Sports The Greatest Rivalry In Sports 🎙️ Episode 5

It'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 5

It'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!

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18628431 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1380 1 5 full false 40 Million Reasons To Stay 40 Million Reasons To Stay 🎙️ Episode 4

This 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 4

This 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18587343 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1380 1 4 full false PGA Tour is back! PGA Tour is back! 🎙️ Episode 3

We 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 3

We 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18554993 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1380 1 3 full false Cali Here We Come Cali Here We Come 🎙️ Episode 2

We 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 2

We 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.

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18517492 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1380 1 2 full false Welcome to Buckets & Birdies Welcome to Buckets & Birdies 🎙️ Episode 1

We’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!

]]> 🎙️ Episode 1

We’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!

]]> Carter Bills & Marcus Ginyard Buzzsprout-18477833 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0500 1380 1 1 full false