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1111 episodes
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Charlotte HornetsExplicit
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Date created
2014/11/19
Latest episode
2026/02/03
Average duration
30 min.
Release period
2 days
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Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.
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2-3-26 - Hornets Complete Largest Comeback of the Season to Win Seventh Straight over Pelicans
2026/02/03
With yet another start time moved up due to winter weather, the Hornets got off to a sluggish start, falling behind by 22 points in the second quarter to the Pelicans. But Charlotte limited New Orleans to just 31 points in the entire second half to pull out a 102-95 win at home, extending the winning streak to seven in a row. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, pick their stars of the night and discuss Brandon Miller, who was recently named Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Plus, Sam sits down with WWE Superstar Carmelo Hayes to preview Friday Night SmackDown taking place at Spectrum Center.
2-2-26 - Pelicans Preview with Jason Brown
2026/02/02
With the Hornets riding a six-game winning streak, Jason Brown of Spectrum News stops by to preview Charlotte's upcoming game against New Orleans with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the month of February ahead for the Hornets, as well as if there were any Hornets snubbed from the recent announcement of the reserve squad of the upcoming All-Star Game.
2-1-26 - Buzz City Makes it Six Straight with Win Over San Antonio
2026/02/01
Despite the frigid weather outside in the Queen City, the Hornets remained hot against San Antonio, leading by as many as 20 at one point and holding off a late surge to secure a 111-106 win over the Spurs, winning six in a row for the first time since the 2015-16 season. Radio voice of the Hornets Sam Farber and Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo break down the game and pick their favorite performances of the contest, and also discuss some of the similarities between this season's Hornets squad and Charlotte's team from a decade ago that made the playoffs.
1-30-26 - Hornets Make it Five Straight with Heart-Stopping Win in Dallas, Spurs Preview
2026/01/30
The Hornets remained hot despite an historical performance from Dallas's Cooper Flagg, as Charlotte made it five-straight wins with a victory over the Mavericks, 123-121. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley react to the crazy ending and pick their top performers of the game. The duo also discuss Charlotte's upcoming game against San Antonio.
1-29-26 - Hornets Make it Four Straight Wins in Memphis, Dallas Preview
2026/01/29
The Hornets continued to be red hot, picking up a 112-97 win at Memphis on the first night of a back-to-back. Rob Longo and the Lead Writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and highlight the most notable performances, and also preview Charlotte's showdown at Dallas on the second night of a back-to-back.
1-28-26 - Grizzlies Preview with Nate Wimberly
2026/01/28
With the Hornets hitting the road for two quick games against Western-Conference opponents, Nate Wimberly of WBTV stops by to join Sam Farber to preview Buzz City's showdown at Memphis. The two also discuss Kon Knueppel's draft order in the upcoming Rising Stars Game, as well as a general overview of how the Hornets are playing as of late.
1-27-26 - Hornets Win Third Straight by Blowing Out Philadelphia
2026/01/27
For the first time this season, the Hornets collected a three-game winning streak after a dominating performance over Philadelphia at home, 130-93. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the defensive effort and pick their stars of the game, and also discuss Kon Knueppel's selection to the Rising Stars game during All-Star weekend and how there may have been other Hornets that were snubbed.
1-24-26 - Hornets Takes Care of Washington at Home, Sixers Preview
2026/01/25
Despite the modified start time, the Hornets were able to hold serve at home and defeat the Wizards for the third time this season, this time by a final score of 119-115. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their favorite performances, and they also preview Charlotte's upcoming matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.
1-23-26 - Hornets Blow Past Magic, Washington Preview
2026/01/23
The Hornets continued to put up an impressive record on night two of back-to-backs this season following a 124-97 dominating performance against Orlando on the road. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship radio station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk break down all the numbers, and also pick their top performances of the game. Plus, the two also preview Charlotte's next game against Washington after an updated start time was announced recently.
1-22-26 - Hornets Doomed by Slow Start Against Cavs, Orlando Preview
2026/01/22
For the first time in nearly two weeks, the Hornets returned to the Queen City for a home game against Cleveland, but the Hornets dropped a 94-87 decision after a sluggish start and a poor 3-point performance. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com break down the game and pick their silver-lining selections, and also preview Charlotte's showdown at Orlando as the Hornets are on the second night of a back-to-back.
1-21-26 - Cavs Preview with Kyle Bailey
2026/01/21
As the Hornets return home from a lengthy road trip, Buzz City will be featured in front of a national audience on ESPN against Cleveland. Kyle Bailey of Sports Radio WFNZ stops by to preview the matchup with Sam Farber, and the two also discuss the current state of the Hornets, as well as some numbers surrounding Brandon Miller and the rest of the team.
1-19-26 - Hornets Wrap Up Road Trip with Dominating Win in Denver
2026/01/19
As the Hornets closed out a five-game road swing in Denver on the second night of a back-to-back, Charlotte was the healthier team and took care of business in a 110-87 win over the Nuggets. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship radio station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk recap the game and pick their stars of the night, and the two also take a deeper look at how impressive this winning road trip is for Charlotte considering recent history.
1-18-26 - Hornets Fall at Golden State, Denver Preview
2026/01/18
The Hornets kicked off a back-to-back in the Bay Area, but dropped a 136-116 decision to the Golden State Warriors. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com break down what went wrong for Charlotte and also select their silver-lining performances of the contest. Plus, the two preview the last game of this road trip for Buzz City, as the Hornets head to Denver to face the Nuggets.
1-17-26 - Warriors Preview with Mike Lacett
2026/01/17
Mike Lacett of Carolina Sports Live on Queen City News stops by to preview Charlotte's next game against the Warriors with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the recent news of Dell Curry having his jersey retired, as well as some numbers surrounding Miles Bridges and Kon Knueppel.
1-16-26 - Hornets Surge Past Lakers Thanks to LaMelo Ball
2026/01/16
The Hornets bounced back with a big win in LA against the Lakers, as LaMelo Ball made nine 3-pointers and Charlotte took a 135-117 win. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and the two also discuss the recent news of Dell Curry's number being retired by the franchise.
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Animatorcjs 2023/06/22
Paid by the hornets?
They honestly seem like they are paid by the hornets. No independent thoughts seem to be reading off script Hornets PR gave them 🤦♂️
Cypress Duke 2023/04/16
Thumbs up👍🏽
Nice podcast for the loyal Hornets fan. My favorite ones are the player interviews.
Larattt 2022/12/20
Please get a new catch phrase
Take a shot every time Rob says “at the end of the day” and, at the end of the day, you’ll need a stomach pump.
Nuggetlegit 2022/10/18
I’m mad (grr)
😡😡😡😡😤🤬🤬🤬😤😡😤😠😠😠😠👿👿👿👿😾😾😾😾👿👿😠😠😠😡😡😡😤😤😤🤬🤬🤬😠😠😠i farted
Studrrato 2021/01/18
Fake
Y’all sound like your payed by the hornets... y’all are making excuses for the team when they loose.. y’all make excuses for the for a weak coach that...
Garrett W 1996 2018/08/23
The best look inside the Hornets
This podcast is a godsend for hardcore Hornets fans like myself. Previously we had to rely on outside sources for any in-depth Hornets coverage but wi...
ccanes92 2018/07/31
Quality Content
Keeps me entertained. Really enjoy learning about the things going on behind the scenes!
dboo68 2018/07/10
Krogs is the man
Love listening. Miss him on the radio
Stanstin 2018/07/09
not so good
Kroeger is so chummy with his interviewees. So lame. Sounds like he’s about to kiss every guest.
Camsley 2018/07/02
Fresh, Interesting Guests
This is the most interesting of the team podcasts that I listen to and support from all major sports leagues.
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