Best Uptown Audio Podcasts (2025)

In this week’s episode, co-hosts Blake Rose and Ian Shure cover Charlotte baseball’s chances at an AAC Championship, as Softball finishes their season. The two also cover Charlotte FC’s first home loss since August 2024, and the Hurricanes moving on to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.By Niner Times Sports Staff

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It Seemed Good to the Holy Spirit and to Us 48:15

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Jamie Leahey preaches from Acts 15:13-35, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".

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April 25th: Charlotte men’s golf takes home the American Athletic Conference Championship 27:07

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose flies solo as Charlotte men's golf takes home the American Athletic Conference Championship. Baseball and softball look to make an impact with their conference tournaments looming, and the Hurricanes attempt to tackle the Devils in the first round of the NHL playoffs.…

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Christ Has Been Raised 36:18

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This Easter, John Starke preaches from I Corinthians 15:12-23.By John Starke

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How God Welcomes Us 43:45

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John Starke preaches from Acts 15:1-12, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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April 11th: Carolina Hurricanes struggle with playoffs looming, as Charlotte FC clings on to their home win streak 1:14:44

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In this week’s episode, co-host Blake Rose is joined by co-host Ian Shure to talk shop. The two discuss Charlotte baseball, along with Charlotte FC, the Hurricanes, and a wild Wednesday in the MLB.By Niner Times Sports Staff

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Listening to the Spirit 40:09

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Philip Revell preaches from Acts 13:1-3, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By Philip Revell

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April 4th: Charlotte Baseball extends to a 5 game win streak as they gear up for Wichita State 1:32:52

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by fellow podcast host and sports writer Ian Shure to talk shop. The two discuss Charlotte baseball, along with the hornets, hurricanes, and developments in the MLB. To find Ian’s work, head to https://open.spotify.com/show/0J9o83ytesg1P7iM8xnile?si=h-rte51jTTCpL35dOvNcPw and ninertimes.com/spo…

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New Markers of Belonging 41:41

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John Starke preaches from Acts 11:1-18, continuing our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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Waiting for a Word, Receiving the Gospel 38:12

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Josmel LaFontaine preaches from Acts 10:30-48, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By Josmel LaFontaine

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March 22nd: Guest host Kelli Blackburn joins the show as men’s basketball wraps their season as baseball and softball take over 1:04:11

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by head sports editor Kelli Blackburn to discuss the men’s basketball season. Kelli voices her thoughts on women’s basketball as the two discuss the success of Niners baseball and softball.By Niner Times Sports Staff

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Breakthrough of the Gospel 45:58

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John Starke preaches from Acts 10:1-23, continuing in our sermon series "Becoming the New".By John Starke

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March 14th: Women’s basketball season ends as the men’s team takes on the AAC Tournament. 30:09

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose analyzes the women’s basketball team's devastating loss to Temple and the men’s victory over Rice, along with a historic night for Blake Gillespie as he throws the first no-hitter since 1987! All that and more in this episode of Niner Sports Talk!By Niner Times Sports Staff

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The Road to Damascus 40:39

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John Starke preaches from Acts 9:1-19, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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The God Who Extends to the Margins 36:54

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Josmel LaFontaine preaches from Acts 8:26-40, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By Josmel LaFontaine

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Men’s basketball prepares for their second matchup with ECU as both Charlotte basketball teams prepare for the AAC Tournament 28:42

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose breaks down keys to success for both Charlotte basketball teams as they look to build momentum for the upcoming AAC Tournament in Texas. Baseball gears up for a hard fight against #4 ranked Arkansas, as softball posts an impressive outing at the Charlotte Invitational.…

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The Transforming Power of the Gospel 47:59

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John Starke preaches from Acts 8:4-25, continuing in our sermon series, "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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February 21st: Baseball and Softball season is back! Basketball winds down and looks towards their trips to Texas 29:40

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In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose will cover men’s basketball’s exciting overtime win over Temple as well as women’s basketball’s tough loss to South Florida. The episode will also introduce both baseball and softball as they start their seasons with a bang!By Niner Times Sports Staff

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Servants of the Church 45:05

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John Starke preaches from Acts 6:1-7, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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February 11th: NBA trade deadline breakdown and UNC Charlotte spring sports preview 1:06:45

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by former host and Charlotte alumna Sam Perry to discuss recent happenings with UNC Charlotte sports and break down news in the pro-sports landscape. Editors note: This podcast was posted late due to change in leadership. Niner Sports Talk will resume regular posting going forward.…

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Identifying With the Poor 43:37

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Jamie Leahey preaches from Acts 4:32-5:16, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By Jamie Leahey

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Community of Generosity 34:10

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John Starke preaches from Acts 2:42-47, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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January 31st: Charlotte basketball breaks its losing streak! Hurricanes make a big move? 33:33

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose evaluates the win that broke the mens basketball losing streak, as well as assessing the womens big loss to Rice. This episode also features an unfortunate Hornets injury, but a rather exciting Hurricanes trade that looks to propel them into stanley cup talks.…

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Community of Courage 46:41

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John Starke preaches from Acts 4:23-31, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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January 24th: Charlotte basketball struggles as both teams fall to a 7 game losing streak. 27:22

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In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose evaluates the issues plaguing both men’s and women’s basketball as both teams find themselves in the midst of a 7 game losing streak. Men’s tennis strikes gold against Queens, the Hornets find the win column, and do the Bill’s have what it takes to beat Mahomes and company? All that and more on this week…

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What Must We Do? 45:53

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John Starke preaches from Acts 2:14-41, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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January 17th: Men’s basketball takes on #18 Memphis, and women's basketball looks to bounce back from a slump 33:41

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose eases into the new year focusing on everything Charlotte basketball has to offer. Two big games for the men’s team and a chance to end the four game losing streak for both the men’s and women’s teams. Updates on the Hornets and a preview of the NFL Divisional Round, all covered in the first episode of th…

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What Does It Mean? 42:59

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John Starke preaches from Acts 2:1-13, continuing in our sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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A New Power 46:07

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John Starke preaches from Acts 1:1-11, starting our new sermon series "Acts: Becoming the New".By John Starke

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Christmas Eve 2024 18:03

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John Starke preaches on Christmas Eve from Matthew 1:18-25By John Starke

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Prince of Peace 37:38

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John Starke preaches from Isaiah 9:1-7, finishing our Advent sermon series, "Unto Us".By John Starke

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Everlasting Father 36:59

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John Starke preaches from Isaiah 9:1-7, continuing in our Advent sermon series "Unto Us".By John Starke

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Almighty God 30:02

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John Starke preaches from Isaiah 9:1-7, continuing in our Advent sermon series "Unto Us".By John Starke

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December 6th: Charlotte football wraps their season and looks for a new head coach. Men’s and women’s basketball teams show their defensive prowess. 36:43

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose recaps Charlotte football and their season, touching on some key players and their achievements throughout the season. Updates on men’s and women’s basketball and their success on the defensive ends. Discussions on the hornets and their injury troubles, as well as the panthers with two well played games,…

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Wonderful Counselor 37:39

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Adam Gahagan preaches from Isaiah 9:1-7, starting our Advent sermon series "Unto Us".By Adam Gahagan

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The Day of the Lord 32:21

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John Starke preaches from Malachi 3:6-4:6, finishing up our sermon series "Staying With God". Note: The first few minutes of this sermon were not recorded.By John Starke

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November 22nd: Charlotte men’s soccer secures the 2024 AAC men’s soccer championship, and Charlotte football part ways from head coach Biff Poggi. 54:41

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous show host Sam Perry to discuss the recent firing of football head coach Biff Poggi. The two hosts discuss recent success from the men’s soccer team, as well as men’s and women’s basketball. Lastly, the two overview, the Charlotte hornets and the Carolina hurricanes.…

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Robbing God 40:32

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John Starke preaches from Malachi 3:6-15, continuing in our sermon series "Staying With God".By John Starke

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November 15th: Charlotte men’s soccer success, basketball in full swing, and the devastating end to Charlotte FC’s season. 59:07

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous guest and fellow sports writer, Kalen Milton to discuss men’s and women’s basketball and their struggles, men’s soccer and their success, as well as professional sports with the Panthers, Hornets, and Charlotte FC.By Niner Times Sports Staff

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Spiritual Adultery 44:01

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John Starke preaches from Malachi 2:10-3:5, continuing in our sermon series "Staying With God".By John Starke

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Charlotte Football falls again, Men’s basketball is off to a hot start, and Charlotte FC extends hope to a “win or go home”. 50:13

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In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous show host Sam Perry to discuss Charlotte Football and their struggles. The two will analyze Men’s basketball and their first win as well as discuss both soccer programs as they wrap their season up. Professional sports updates and more in this packed episode of Niner Sports Talk.…