The Friar Podcast

The Friars' season may be over, but it's still Tourney Time. For Ep 014 of the Friar Podcast, we are joined by the voice of the Big East, John Fanta. We discuss tourney picks, sports media, and the future of the Friars. John's Twitter: twitter.com/John_Fanta Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/

Happy Big East Tournament Day, Friartown. For episode 13, we sat down with the great Kyron Cartwright. He shared his story of growing up in Compton, his experiences playing for PC, and his current career playing professionally overseas for Pheonix Hagen. Kyron's Twitter: https://twitter.com/cartwright_2014 Kyron's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k.cartwright1/?hl=en Our Twitter: twitter.com/F...

For Episode 12, we are joined by the current Associate Director of Player Development for the Friars: Bob Walsh. Coach Walsh who sits down with us to talk about everything from different approaches to leadership, what it's like working with the PC Friars, and his new book “Entitled to Nothing.” Coach Walsh's Book: https://entitledtonothingbook.com/ Coach Walsh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachB...

For Episode 11 of the Friar Podcast, Jamel “530” Thomas joins the pod. 6th all time in Friar scoring at 1,971 points, part of the illustrious 1997 Elite 8 team and a Providence College Hall of Famer, Jamel speaks about his life in New York, his time playing basketball in Providence, the NBA, and abroad, as well as his new apparel line. Jamel's Apparel Line: jamelny.com/shop/ Jamel's Twitter: https...

Friars floor general Vincent Council comes on the pod to discuss his career and success as one of the all time great point guards of Big East History. Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/

Mike Hopkins, the founder of the PCBB1917 blog, joins the podcast to discuss Friars recruiting, the state of the Providence program within the Big East, and his experience covering the team. Mike's blog: https://pcbb1917.com/ Mike's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pcbb1917 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/pcbb1917 Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: https://www.instagr...

Marcus Douthit, the defensive tone-setter and interior force of the 2000-2004 Friars, joins the pod to discuss his college career, being drafted by one of the greatest franchises in basketball history, and a stellar career playing basketball overseas, including his international success with the Philippines National Team. Marcus' Twitter: twitter.com/douthitmarcus Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPod...

One of the great fan favorites of the Friar Faithful, Ray Hall, joins the Friar Podcast. He speaks about what brought him from growing up as one of the best players in Colorado to Providence College, battling back from injury, mentoring his teammates, and the energy of the Dunk. Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/

God Shammgod, one of the greatest dribblers to ever lace up, joins the Friar Podcast for our first 2021 episode. He talks about growing up in New York City, his time as both a player and coach with the Providence Friars, and his current work with the Dallas Mavericks, PUMA, and his local community. Shammgod's Shoe: https://us.puma.com/en/us/puma/legacy-shammgod Shammgod's Twitter: twitter.com/ther...

For episode five, we're joined by Friar media trailblazer Kevin Farrahar of FriarBasketball.com. Kevin discusses the changing media landscape, our expectations for this Friars squad, and how he created and grew a successful website. Kevin's Website: FriarBasketball.com Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/

Former Friar great Brian McKenzie joins The Friar Podcast for a discussion about his time on the team, his professional career overseas, and his transition to coaching, training, and mentoring the next generation. Our Twitter: twitter.com/FriarPodcast Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/

Rhode Island legend and Senior Associate Athletic Director of PC Athletics Steve Napolillo joins Bill to talk all things Friars. Steve and Bill look at some of the exciting things the team is poised to do on the court this season, as well as their excellent work off the court with the A Wish Come True foundation. But first, Bill recaps the Friar's 1-1 start to the season. A Wish Come True: https:/...

Hello and welcome to Episode 001 of The Friar Podcast! On our inaugural episode, Bill sits down with the indomitable John Rooke, the play by play voice of your Providence Friars. Bill and John take a look at the unique challenges that these 20-21 Friars are facing this season, as well as the extraordinary depth Coach Cooley has to work with this year. Please find and follow us on Twitter and Insta...