The Drive with Tim Donnelly

What would Jim have said if he were asked that we’d be where we’re at with professional hockey and eventually be playing an outdoor game? How difficult was it to convince others to get on board with the idea of backing a professional hockey team? Now what are the next steps we should take as a franchise to keep growing?

Roy goes down memory lane about some of the worst traffic he remembers because of an event, in the hopes that's not the case this weekend. What has he not completely abandoned when it comes to the ACC? As a representative of a fan to sports, does he find it insulting that outsiders don’t believe NC can put on huge events? How has NC turned itself into a hockey town and what’s helping it progress?...

What is his gut telling him about this game tonight? How have the guys been looking since the Capitals (ugly) win? How does he feel about this marathon this weekend with a game, the Stadium Series, outdoor hockey between UNC and NC State, plus everything else? And Ovies made a promise he’s following through with today, involving Tripp.

Philip Isley of the Centennial Authority in Raleigh, NC shared with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio the current plans for the renovations in and around PNC Arena, including what potential parking changes could be, if a parking deck is in the works, what they control around the arena, and more. Plus, the Daily Checkdown featured Giglio getting a flat tire (again), NFL Mock Drafts, ACC hoops, Coach K ret...

Wes Durham of the ACC Network, who called the game between NC State & Syracuse for the ACC Network, shared his thoughts on the NC State basketball losing to Syracuse, the officiating in the ACC, and looking ahead for the final two weeks of the regular season. Also, Giglio received a phone call from NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts during the segment. Plus, Mac McCaughan of Superchunk &am...

Steve Mayor of the NHL share with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio what Carter-Finley Stadium will look like aesthetically for the Stadium Series matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals. Also, Ovies & Giglio give their advice on going to the game at Carter-Finley in terms of giving yourself enough time to park at the stadium.

Joe Giglio says it's time stop rewarding flopping on defense in college basketball in response to the officiating late between NC State basketball & Syracuse basketball. Joe Ovies points out to Joe Giglio that there's an easy fix to basketball officiating, but they won't because 'good enough' is the standard right now.

The Las Vegas Raiders have released QB Derek Carr, and the betting favorite for Carr's next team is the Carolina Panthers. Joe Ovies & Joe GIglio discuss potential landing spots for Carr, and the hiring of Jim Caldwell to the staff, and how Frank Reich has been assembling a very good group of coaches. Also, during the Daily Checkdown, questions about UNC basketball after suffering another loss...

In honor of Jake Owen performing at the NHL Stadium Series game at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals, Joe Ovies had ChadGPT AI write a 'bro country' song about the Hurricanes, beer, his Honda Civic, and more. Also, former Carolina Hurricanes forward Erik Cole shares thoughts on Stadium Series, what it means for the organization and the com...

During #HeyJoe, questions were raised about the NHL Stadium Series game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals at Carter-Finely Stadium, including how leaving the game might be even more difficult than parking for the event. Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio have some fun with the XFL starting up once again.

UNC basketball suffered an 80-72 loss at home to Miami, making it four losses in their last five games. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio wonder if North Carolina will miss out on the NCAA Tournament after being a national title favorite at the beginning of the season. Scott Dupree, Executive Director of the Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance, discussed the economic impact that the NHL Stadium Series Game b...

During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed the top stories from the weekend, including Kansas Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and the conversations about his career, Jalen Hurts having the best game of anyone, officiating, and more.

NFL QB, and former NC State QB, Mike Glennon joined the show to discuss the Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, and why he feels that Patrick Mahomes is on a Tom Brady-like career. Glennon also breaks down what 'halftime adjustments' look like in the NFL. Also, further conversations about officiating after Duke basketball had to deal with an officiating blunder late...

Joe Lunardi of ESPN shed light on the projected NCAA Tournament field for men's basketball, that includes NC State basketball, UNC basketball, and Duke basketball. Lunardi also breaks down how many teams from the ACC could get in, potential seeds, and more. Also, further conversations about the NFL during #HeyJoe.

After another Super Bowl win in Super Bowl LVII, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio say that people need to give Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid his flowers as one of the best coaches in NFL history. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the late holding call against Philadelphia Eagles CB James Bradberry in Super Bowl LVII against the Kansas City Chiefs. Ovies says that people can't have 'NFL Blitz'...

Is he surprised at all with the current state of the wagers for the Super Bowl? In general, what does it take to move the line? Is there a science or formula?

How many people in NC are making the trip to VA, just so they get gamble? What kind of impacts from this has Brian heard about and are we as a state on track to change? How close are we to making gambling legal in NC?

What’s changed with Super Bowl coverage, since the NBA was the sport everyone was talking about? Where is there less excitement? He went to the Fox junket, and Tom Brady may be an analyst soon. How do they think he panned out?

How does he see the Super Bowl playing out? Will Hurts shoulder be able to hold up? Will games like this get us to more black head coaches, since there’s more black QBs? How did insults come up in conversation?

With the Brooklyn Nets having traded James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Durant all in the last year, Joe Ovies points out that these trades show how great of a teammate Lebron James is, and how James never seems to be the headache that other players can be. Also, looking ahead to Super Bowl LVII. Plus, what's the current state of ACC basketball as March approaches?

Brooke Pryor of ESPN shared her thoughts on the NFL offseason, including potential QB moves, but also Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles & Kansas City Chiefs. Also, Jeremy Markovich of the NC Rabbit Hole takes us into the regional term of 'Nabs' when referring to a pack of crackers.

The Carolina Hurricanes have been off for a week, but that doesn't mean the team hasn't been watching around the NHL at trades, including the New York Rangers and New York Islanders making deals. Canes color analyst Tripp Tracy shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes making a potential move, and what the team will look like coming back from a long layoff. Plus, #HeyJoe questions about UNC basketball...

The NBA Trade Deadline was extremely active, and saw several former ACC players on the move, including former NC State guard TJ Warren being traded with Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets to the Phoenix Suns. Chelsa Messinger of BetQL/BetMGM tells Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio was Super Bowl prop bets she believes are locks.

During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed Roger Goodell's State of the NFL press conference, including Goodell saying NFL officiating has never been better. Also, the conversation continues about UNC's loss to Wake Forest, the state of ACC basketball, and how home court seems to matter this season more than most in the league.

Alex Gold of 610 Sports in Kansas City gave a breakdown of the Super Bowl LVII from a Kansas City Chiefs perspective, and says the game comes down to the Chiefs' offensive line holding off the Philadelphia Eagles' defensive front. Also, Wes Durham of the ACC Network shared his thoughts on the struggles of UNC basketball, and how their early season flaws are still continuing to show, which is a pro...