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Foster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 122 "The CFP Final"While Bud nurses his knee replacement surgery, he and Mac breakdown the CFP final game and Indiana Championship. The show features interviews, highlights, as well as college football insider Josh Pate on agents and the navigation of the transfer portal. (Credit to the IU Sports Network and the Miami Sports Network)Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2026-01-2248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 121 Mike Elkins and Lauren SislerAuthor and ESPN Reporter Lauren Sisler sits in for Bud (knee surgery). Mac and Lauren visit with attorney Mike Elkins. (mlelawfirm.com). Mike is a labor and employment expert working with student-athletes navigating contracts and name, image, and likeness issues. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2026-01-1648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 120 "The Poach"Bud and Mac break down the issues of "poaching" players and coaches in college athletics. The episode includes Arkansas basketball coach John Calipari, Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding, and South Carolina football coach Frank Beamer.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2026-01-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 119 Jeff Urbano (former Bud Foster player)Bud and Mac flash back to the days of Murray State when Bud was working for the Racers head coach, Frank Beamer. They mentored a defensive end named Jeff Urbano who joins this weeks podcast.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-3047 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 118 The Top 5 Podcasts of 2025Bud and Mac have finished their 3rd year together producing Foster and Friends. The commercial radio and national podcast generated headlines throughout the year with people like Hall of Fame pitcher Billy Wagner and ESPN Anchor Nicole Briscoe.Welcome to Bud and Mac's Foster and Friends Top 5 shows from the past year.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-2648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 117 Eliah DrinkwitzAs The College Football Playoff approaches, Bud and Mac share the thoughts of Missouri football coach Eliah Drinkwitz and the structure of the CFP, NIL, and the Transfer Portal. Bud also discusses the James Franklin hire of defensive coordinator and former head coach at Virginia Tech, Brent Pry.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-1848 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 116 The CFP EditionMost everyone in sports media had an opinion. This week Bud and Mac break down the College Football Playoff and why the CFP needs to expand to 16 teams.This episode features committee chair Hunter Yuracheck, Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua, and Duke coach Manny Diaz.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-1548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 115 Billy Ray MitchellBud and Mac welcome the co-founder of the Sons of Saturday podcast. Billy Ray Mitchell was an offensive guard for Virginia Tech from 2014-2016. He has now turned his attention to growing his podcast and covering Virginia Tech Athletics. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-0448 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 115 Adam Gold, 99.9 The Fan (Raleigh)Longtime sports radio personality Adam Gold joins Bud and Mac to discuss the ACC, the Belichick hire at UNC, and what's ahead for college athletics. Note: Adam Gold has been an industry leader for over 20 years. He can be heard weekdays on 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, NC.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-12-0148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 114 The Franklin HireIn a Foster and Friends Exclusive, Bud takes us inside the process of the Virginia Tech Football Search Committee and how the James Franklin "hire" developed.Program Note: Please credit The NSB Network and Foster and Friends. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-11-2048 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 113 Lauren Sisler, ESPN JournalsitBud and Mac are joined by Lauren Sisler, author, motivational speaker, and ESPN journalist and reporter. Lauren has written a book titled SHATTERPROOF. It's the story of her mom and dad's death within five hours of each other as a result of Opioid addiction. Note: This is one of the more gripping stories told on Foster and Friends. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-11-1447 minFoster and FriendsVol 111 Foster and Friends "The Buyout Bonanza"Bud and Mac breakdown the college football buyouts, and the strategy of hiring and firing college football coaches. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-10-3148 minFoster and FriendsVol 110 Foster and Friends "Chapel Bill"Bud and Mac assess the issues in Chapel Hill surrounding the North Carolina football program and head coach Bill Belichick. Hear from members of the media who are covering the situation daily. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-10-2448 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 109 The SearchBud and Mac break down the "James Franklin firing" at Penn State and the Virginia Tech coaching search and the committee protocols. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-10-1948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 108 Dr. Bob RotellaThis week Bud and Mac catch up with author and leading sports psychologist Dr. Bob Rotella. "Dr. Bob" goes inside an athletes process and confidence as well as working with both sides in the 45th Ryder Cup.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-10-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 107 The BudgetThis week Bud Foster walks us through the 4-year plan of the Virginia Tech Athletic Department. The Tech Board of Visitors passed a $229.2 million dollar budget plan supporting Hokie athletics.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-10-0348 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 106 The Firing FrenzyIn this week's episode, Bud and Mac breakdown the current climate of college football and the mid-season changes at the top. Also, Mac introduces a new music "style" for Bud to enjoy. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-09-2748 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 104 Nicole Briscoe, ESPNESPN anchor and television personality Nicole Briscoe joins Bud and Mac. Her lifelong journey and mission has been a successful one. From her early days at Northern Illinois, Rockford, Illinois television and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network, to ESPN Nicole learned to embrace every opportunity. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-08-3148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 103 Tom Sherman, former UVA AssistantFormer Penn State quarterback and University of Virginia assistant Tom Sherman joins Bud and Mac. "Sherm" and Bud have a long relationship from the recruiting trail to the sidelines. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-08-2248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 102 The Top TenBud and Mac break down the "top ten" college football stories for 2025, previewing the new season.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-08-1548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 101 The Dog Days of SummerBud and Mac are joined by special friend and sponsor Dr. Scott Mann of Invision. Scott was the sailboat captain during Bud's vacation in the BVI's. Bud also forecasts the SEC and ACC football races.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-08-1049 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 100 Mike London, Head Football Coach, William and MaryCoach London is one of the most genuine and trusted football coaches in the country...and he wins. While Bud finishes his vacation, Mac catches up with an "ol' friend."(Plus, Gordie Hershiser and Mac follow up on baseball's Hall of Fame ceremony)Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-08-0148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 99 The Mental SideBud and Mac pay tribute to PGA 4-time Major winner Scottie Scheffler, Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle, and South Carolina Football Coach Shane Beamer. Enjoy "The Mental Side."Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-07-2748 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 98 From the PodiumBud and Mac breakdown the SEC Football Media Days, Pacers coach Rick Carlisle's winning mindset, and the growth of South Carolina football coach, Shane Beamer. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-07-2048 minFoster and FriendsVol 97 Foster and Friends "Summer Wind"Bud and Mac address the "changing winds" of college athletics with athletic directors Whit Babcock of Virginia Tech and Carla Williams of Virginia. Also, we dive into the Michael Vick story and his new coaching gig with Norfolk State. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-07-1347 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 96 The College General ManagersBud and Mac breakdown the "hottest" position in college sports...the General Manager. Insights from UNC GM Mike Lombardi as well as USC GM Jim Bowden. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-07-0848 minFoster and FriendsVol 95 Foster and Friends David Teel, Hall of Fame WriterHall of Fame Writer from the state of Virginia, David Teel joins Bud and Mac. David breaks down this weeks House Settlement payments and the future of college athletics. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-06-3048 minFoster and FriendsVol 94 Foster and Friends With Sean SingletaryBud and Mac catch up with one of the premier point guards in the ACC, Sean Singletary. Sean is one of three University of Virginia basketball players to earn first team, ALL-ACC three times. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-06-2348 minFoster and FriendsVol 93 Foster and Friends "The House Case"Bud and Mac, with the help of Jay Bilas and Pete Thamel, break down the House Settlement Case and the college athletics revenue share. The new College Sports Commission is also discussed.nnWelcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-06-1448 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 92 House Settlement II with Chet Culver (Part 2)The Former Governor of Iowa, Chet Culver returns to Foster and Friends to provide an update on the upcoming House Settlement Case with the NCAA and college athletics. Culver's lobbyist group is working closely with the American Football Coaches Association. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-06-0648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 91 Ryan Odom, UVA Head Basketball CoachThe University of Virginia's 13th head basketball coach, Ryan Odom, joins Bud and Mac this week. Ryan accepted the position in March of this year. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-05-3047 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 90 Wayne Schuchts, Former UVA QBIn this episode, former University of Virginia quarterback, Wayne Schuchts, joins Bud and Mac. Wayne led the Cavs in 1983 during coach George Welsh's Cavalier turnaround. Wayne is also an Orange Bowl representative with the SEC. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-05-2248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 89 Chet Culver and Craig BohlThis week Bud and Mac visited with the former Governor of Iowa and Lobbyist Chet Culver. They are joined by American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Executive Director Craig Bohl. The wheels are in motion with the nation's government working to change the state of college athletics, the transfer portal and the school's NIL programs. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-04-2648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 88 The Virginia Tech Spring Football WeekendJoin Mac and Bud as Foster and Friends goes live from one of their sponsors, the River City Distillery. They were joined by Drs Scott and Becky Mann of Invision, also a supporter of the syndicated show and podcast. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-04-1748 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 84 Darryl TappWashington Commanders Defensive Line Coach and Virginia Tech Hall of Famer Darryl Tapp joins Bud and Mac for an inside look at the NFL. Darryl has learned plenty regarding motivation techniques at the professional level.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-03-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 82 Eli GoldOne of the most iconic and well received broadcasters of our time, Eli Gold visits with Mac and Bud about life, sportscasting, and 36 years as "The Voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide." Eli did it all, broadcasting pro football, professional hockey, and the years he spent with the Motor Racing Network covering NASCAR.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-02-1847 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 79 Heath MillerBud and Mac catch up with one of the great NFL tight ends, the Steelers Heath Miller. Heath is in Pittsburgh's Hall of Honor, and is now coaching high school football in Charlottesville. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-01-1848 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 78 Bud's Team IdentityFormer Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster and Mac break down Bud's "return to the booth" for the Dukes' Mayo Bowl. In this episode the boys also tackle the definition of "team identity." Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-01-1248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 77 The Year in Review 2024 with Bud and MacFrom legendary golfer Curtis Strange, racing legend Tony Stewart, and former Hokie Michael Vick, 2024 was a terrific year for the show. Bud and Mac look back at 10 special "Foster and Friends" shows. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2025-01-0548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 76 Lo Davis, Executive Director Cav FuturesThe Executive Director of Cav Futures, Lo Davis, joins Bud and Mac to discuss the University of Virginia NIL initiative and the issues of dealing with agents.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-12-2748 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends, Vol 75 Gretchen WalshFormer NFL Super Bowl champ Chris Long, Virginia Tech's GM Kelly Woolwine, and UVA All-American Gretchen Walsh are featured. Mac co-hosts with former UVA All-American Beth O'Connor Baker. Beth is the assistant swim coach at American University. (Bud is on vacation). Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-12-2048 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 74 The CFP and Whit BabcockThis week Bud and Mac break down the College Football Playoff. Foster and Friends also features Whit Babcock, Virginia Tech Athletic Director discussing the House vs NCAA settlement due in 2025.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-12-1348 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 73 Nick CullenFormer Virginia Tech wide receiver and Managing Director of Goldman Sachs, Nick Cullen, joins the program. Bud, Mac, and Nick focus on the Hokies and Cavaliers and their Commonwealth rivalry. Nick also reflects on his relationship with former Tech coach, Frank Beamer. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-11-2748 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 72 Caitlin ClarkThis week Bud and Mac break down the CFP and SMU Football. They also feature the WNBA Rookie of the Year and her appearance at the Annika Driven by Gainbridge LPGA event...Caitlin Clark. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-11-1548 minFoster and FriendsVol 71 Foster and Friends "Coach Speak"Bud and Mac discuss the first reveal of the College Football Playoff Bracket, the magic of Indiana's coach Curt Cignetti, and how important "coach speaK" can be when consulting student athletes. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-11-0849 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 70 Curtis StrangeFormer Wake Forest and PGA Tour golfer, Curtis Strange, joins Bud and Mac to discuss NCAA issues, the PGA Tour, his two US Opens, and why he likes to fish with basketball legend Michael Jordan.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-11-0247 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 69 Jim Hobgood, UVA BasketballFormer UVA basketball star and radio network analyst joins Bud and Mac. The crew breaks down UVA basketball coach Tony Bennett's decision to resign from his position. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-10-2548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 68 Duke EdsallOne of the great college basketball officials, Duke Edsall stops by the show to visit with Bud and Mac regarding the effects of the transfer portal on schools, coaches, and yes, even basketball officials. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-10-2248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 67 Dr. Jerry GainesBud and Mac visit with one of the world's most inspirational people. Dr. Jerry Gaines is the first black athlete to be inducted into the Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. As an outstanding track and field champion, Dr. Gaines was just one of 20 black athletes on campus in the late 60's and early 70's. His story is inspirational and educational. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-10-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 66 Jonathan Anderson, Lake Mary Little League ManagerFollowing the Lake Mary, Florida Little League World Championship, Bud and Mac caught up with manager and coach Jonathan Anderson. Jonathan explains why it was "our summer." Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-10-0248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 64 Mike Harris of "The Athletic"Long time sportswriter and managing editor Mike Harris joins Bud and Mac. Mike is currently the Managing Director, Universal Desk, The Athletic. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-09-1148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 63 The Week 1 College FB Re-capBud and Mac break down Week 1 of the college football season with analysis, comments from the coaches and press conference insights. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-09-0647 minFoster and FriendsVol 61 Foster and Friends Beth O'Connor Baker, Swim Coach and All-AmericanBud and Mac visit with Beth O'Connor Baker, American University assistant swim coach. Beth was a 10-time All-American swimmer at the University of Virginia. She held numerous records at UVA and was ranked first in the country in 15 events. Beth is also a member of the Cavalier Swimming Hall of Fame.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-08-3048 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 60 Charles Cosmato, River City DistilleryOwner and Master Distiller Charles Cosmato of River City Distillery joins Bud and Mac to discuss his new venture. Charles is supporting Bud's Lunch Pail Defense Foundation by inventing "WIN Vodka." A terrific story from a top flight distiller.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-08-2648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 58 Training CampBud returns from vacation to breakdown the headlines with Mac as college football training camps open around the country.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-08-0548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 57 Ahmad Hawkins, former UVA Wide ReceiverFormer University of Virginia wide receiver Ahmad Hawkins joins Bud and Mac remembering his legendary catch against Virginia Tech in 1998. Ahmad is now preparing to broadcast Cavalier games joining the Virginia Sports Network.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-07-2348 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 55 Bimbo Coles (NBA star and former Virginia Tech Player)He is a hall of famer and had his number retired at Virginia Tech. One of the grittiest players ever in the NBA, Bimbo Coles shared his thoughts on basketball and family with Bud and MacWelcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-07-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 53 Will Driscoll, Virginia Sports Hall of FameIn a return appearance, Will Driscoll of the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame meets with Bud and Mac to discuss the Hall's initiatives in the state of Virginia as well as with high school student-athletes. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-06-2448 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 52 The Summer PlaylistBud and Mac take a summer break and prepare you for your summer playlist, and the music you will need at the beach, the pool, the picnic...and maybe for the rest of your life. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-06-1347 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 50 Wood Selig, AD Old DominionWhile Bud is on vacation, Mac and co-host Gordie Hershiser catch up with Old Dominion Athletic Director Wood Selig. ODU is now a member of the Sun Belt Conference, and the Monarchs are managing NIL and the Transfer Portal like everyone else.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-05-2548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Volume 49 John Freeman, "Voice of the Virginia Cavaliers"Bud is on vacation. Sitting in is Gordie Hershiser, former baseball pitcher for the University of Alabama, former television sportscaster and course director for the Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting. Our guest is the play-by-play voice of the Virginia Cavaliers...John Freeman.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-05-1448 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 48 Racing Legend Tony StewartFour-time NASCAR Cup Champion Tony Stewart joins Bud and Mac discussing his career and his love for competition and speed.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-05-0948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 47 Michael VickBud and Mac sit down with former Virginia Tech and NFL quarterback Michael Vick. Michael was attending the Hokies' spring football game. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-04-2148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 46 Jim Hobgood, former UVA CavalierIn the early 70's, Jim Hobgood changed the way Virginia Basketball was perceived. "Hobo" sits down with Bud and Mac to discuss the history and the current state of the game nationally, and on the Grounds of UVA.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-04-1148 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 45 Tremaine EdmundsChicago Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds visit with Bud and Mac about family and the business of the NFL. Tremaine is one of the three "Edmunds brothers" who have spent time in the NFL.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-04-0547 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 44 Terrell EdmundsFormer Virginia Tech defensive back turned NFL safety joins Bud and Mac to discuss the business of football and how much family means to him.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-04-0247 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 43 Author Ward ClaytonBud and Mac visit with author and golf historian Ward Clayton. Ward has released his new book, "The Legendary Caddies of Augusta National." Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-03-2248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 42 Will Driscoll, Virginia Sports Hall of FameVirginia Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Will Driscoll joins Bud and Mac to discuss the Hall's mission and the new class to be inducted in April.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-03-1248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 41 Mike LondonBud and Mac visit with one of the most inspirational college football coaches in the country, Mike London. Mike is currently the head coach of William and Mary.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-02-2848 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 40 Matt SchaubFormer NFL quarterback Matt Schaub joins Bud and Mac. Matt is a 17-year veteran of the NFL having played for the Falcons (twice), the Houston Texans, the Raiders and the Baltimore Ravens. Last year Schaub was hired as an offensive consultant for Atlanta.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-02-2048 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 39 Gary McCannLong time ACC Sportswriter and author Gary McCann joins Bud and Mac. The trio takes a "memory" trip down Tobacco Road and predicts the future of college sports and conference realignment.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-02-0947 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 38 Cornell BrownThis week Bud and Mac visit with former NFL linebacker and Virginia Tech All American Cornell Brown. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-02-0648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 37 Taylor TannenbaumBud and Mac catch up with ESPN's and ACC Network's Taylor Tannenbaum. This outstanding television and media personality has quickly become the face of the ACC.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-01-2648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 36 The Coaching CarouselMac and Bud break down the college and professional football coaching carousel that always happens this time of year. From McCarthy and Saban to Belichick and DeBoer, the coaching landscape has changed.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-01-1948 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 35 "2023 Final"Bud and Mac take a deep dive into the upcoming CFP Playoffs and the best moment of 2023 on the Foster and Friends Podcast.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2024-01-0248 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 34 Christina Daves, author, keynote speaker, and inventorIn this episode, Bud and Mac discuss college bowl games and welcome author, keynote speaker, and inventor Christina Daves from PR for Anyone. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-12-2648 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 33 Author Katie LeverMs. Katie Lever is a former Division 1 athlete and current doctoral candidate at the University of Texas at Austin where she studies NCAA discourse and policy. She is also a freelance sportswriter and creative writer on the side. She is the author of a new book Surviving the Second Tier available on AMAZON. She joins Bud and Mac to discuss the latest in name, image and likeness and social media trends in college athletics.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-12-0947 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 31-Virginia Tech Track and Field Coach Dave CianelliOne of the sports top experts on coaching and leadership, Dave Cianelli from Virginia Tech, talks with Bud and Mac about the success he has had in Blacksburg. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-11-1548 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 30-Expectations vs Appreciation with Bud FosterFormer award winning defensive coordinator Bud Foster discusses college football and "expectations versus appreciation." Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-11-0647 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 28 Corey MooreFormer defensive end Corey Moore is one of the best to ever play college football. The former Virginia Tech Hokie will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in December. He joins Bud and Mac and discusses his journey to success.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-10-1145 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 26 Chris Long, former NFL great.Chris Long won two Super Bowl Rings with two different teams in back-to-back seasons. (Patriots and Eagles). The former Walter Payton Man of the Year in the NFL sits down with Bud Foster and Mac McDonald. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-09-1746 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Volume 25 Mike Young, Virginia TechBud and Mac visit with the head basketball coach of Virginia Tech, Mike Young. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-09-1045 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 24 Pete Thamel of ESPNSenior Editor and College Insider Pete Thamel joins Bud and Mac. The topic? College realignment and the future of college athletics.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-08-2947 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 23 Sonya CurryEducator, author, and the first lady of the NBA. Ms Curry is the mother of 3 terrific children, Sydel Curry, and the NBA's Seth and Stephen Curry. Hear her thoughts about family, friends and her book Fierce Love: A Memoir of Family, Faith and Purpose."Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-07-3144 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 22 Kris Budden, ESPNBud and Mac welcome ESPN Reporter Kris Budden. Kris discusses her position with the sports network, female reporters in the industry, and how her job and travel place demands on her family.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-07-2545 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 21-Chip TarkentonLongtime television sports personality Chip Tarkenton joins Bud and Mac. Chip is the nephew of legendary Vikings quarterback Frank Tarkenton. Chip has broadcasted games for ESPN, ABC and is the former Sports Director for WRIC, Channel 8 in Richmond, Virginia.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-07-1243 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 20-Barry Weinberg, MLB Athletic TrainerFormer Major League athletic trainer Barry Weinberg joins Bud and Mac. From his days with the A's, Cardinals and Yankees to his new book: "Eating My Way Through Baseball." Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-06-2245 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 19-Senator George Allen, VirginiaFormer Senator and Governor from the Commonwealth of Virginia George Allen joins Bud and Mac. The Senator covers everything from his playing days at UVA to the time spent with his Hall of Fame father, George Allen. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-06-0746 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 18-Richmond Times Dispatch JournalistFor over 40 years, David Teel has covered sports in the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond. He is a 13-time Sportswriter of the Year in Virginia and Virginia Sports Hall of Fame Member. In this episode with Bud and Mac, David breaks down college expansion and the moves of the SEC and Power 5. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-06-0345 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 17-NASCAR's Jeb Burton plus a Terry Holland SaluteThis week, Bud and Mac visit with one of the stars of NASCAR and Xfinity Series, Jeb Burton. Plus we salute the late Terry Holland, former Virginia Basketball Coach. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-05-1245 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 16 Aaron RouseBud and Mac visit with former NFL and Virginia Tech linebacker Aaron Rouse. He is now a State Senator in Virginia, representing the 7th District. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-05-0445 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 15 Don MajkowskiFormer Green Bay Packers quarterback Don Majkowski joins Bud and Mac. The "Majik Man" discusses his career and how a severe injury launched the football life of Brett Favre. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-04-1745 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 14-The Transfer Portal and an Augusta PreviewPGA Rules official and long time PGA professional, Tony Austin joins Bud and Mac. It's a preview and analysis of the 87th Masters Championship in Augusta, Georgia.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-04-1145 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 13-Brooks and LantzBud and Mac showcase Virginia Tech women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks as well as the career of former defensive coordinator Rick Lantz. Rick's son, Terry and son-in-law Rob Cooper join the show. Program note: Coach Lantz passed away in late March, 2023.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-04-0243 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 12 Coach Charlie WeisFormer college and professional coach Charlie Weis is our guest this week. Charlie covers the keys to winning, his days with the Patriots and Tom Brady, and the infamous "Tuck Rule" playoff game against the Raiders. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-03-2744 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 10 Ronde BarberFormer Tampa Bay defensive back Ronde Barber celebrates his Hall of Fame Induction with Bud and MacWelcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-03-1345 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 9 Ron PrinceFormer college and professional football coach Ron Prince breaks down his career and the expectations of the NFL player. Prince was the head coach at K-State and Howard, as well as assistant with the Colts and Lions. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-03-0544 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 8 Ralph GillesBud and Mac visit with one of the world’s foremost automotive designers…Ralph Gilles of Chrysler. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-02-2646 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 6 Fontel MinesVirginia Tech assistant football coach Fontel Mines discusses his football career as well as his climb to one of the top recruiting assistants in the business. Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
2023-02-1042 minFoster and FriendsFoster and Friends Vol 5 Bruce AriansJoin Bud Foster, his co-host Mac McDonald, and their guest..former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians.Welcome to Foster and Friends. Send us a text message. Bud and I would love to hear from you.
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