QC Sports N' Stuff with Sammi Jo Francis

Actor Kevin L. Johnson (Stranger Things, Ozark) joins Sammi Jo to talk about how he left Charlotte to pursue an acting career, and working on two of the biggest television shows of the year.

Carolina Panthers' gameday DJ Vinny Esposito joins Sammi Jo and Drake in-studio to talk about the craziness of game day in the NFL, how Cam Newton changed the way the NFL game experience is created, and how DJ's follow the flow of the game to augment the stadium atmosphere.

Charlotte 49ers Director of Athletics Emerita Judy Rose talks with Sammi Jo about her career, breaking through the glass ceiling, the effect of Title IX on women's athletics and her career, and how Pat Summit nearly became a men's basketball coach.

Queens University Baseball Coash Ross Steedley joins Sammi Jo and Drake in-studio to talk about his path to Queens, coaching in a pandemic, and the University's first year as an NCAA DI athletic program.

WBT Hall of Fame broadcaster Jim Szoke joins Sammi Jo and Drake in-studio to discuss his start in the business, his three-decade career calling Carolina Panthers games, and the glory days of the Charlotte Hornets.

ACC play-by-play man Tom Were joins Sammi Jo and Drake to discuss his favorite sports to call, favorite moments, and what led him to represent up-and-coming talent.

Charlotte's DJ Fannie Mae joins Sammi Jo in-studio to talk about her start, her first DJ gig, her return to Charlotte, and what's next for Charlotte FC's house DJ.

Roaring Riot Ringleader Zack Luttrell joins Sammi Jo in-studio to talk about the growth the organization has seen over the past several years, and what's ahead (HOF anyone?)

The Crown Club's Evan Kent joins Sammi Jo and Drake in-studio to discuss efforts to establish a real home court advantage for the Charlotte Hornets, the success of Bring Back the Buzz, and why the name of that movement had to change.

Former MLB pitcher Greg Harris joins Sammi Jo and his son, Drake Harris in-studio to discuss his career, what led him to Charlotte, and teaching his kids the right way to play ball.

Former Carolina Panther Thomas Davis stops in-studio to brag on his Georgia Bulldogs in the NFL Draft, and on his son- who is 14 years old and already has his first scholarship offer.

Sammi Jo is joined by co-host Drake Harris and Charlotte Knights Manager Wes Helms who talks about his MLB career, and the challenges and priorities of managing the Knights. Recorded at Truist Field, home of the Charlotte Knights.

Sammi Jo is joined by NASCAR's Monica Palumbo, who explains how she landed at the tracks, and where her career has taken her.

Sammmi Jo is joined by Sports N' Stuff producer, Queen City Podcast Network founder, and podcast pioneer Brian Baltosiewich to discuss his start in internet-based audio programming and the start of the Queen City Podcast Network.

As a 7th grader, Zuri Williams was, literally, picked out of the stands at a game to fill in a spot on the school basketball team.  This led to an 18-year career as a pro basketball player all over the world, and a gig as an NBA Advance Scout.  He joins Sammi Jo from the road to tell his story.

ESPN E60 Producer Jeremy Williams joins Sammi Jo to talk about his upcoming projects with the network, and how he got into telling the stories behind the athletes at the network level.

You've been watching his work for years and likely didn't know it.  Network sports cameraman Lance Stewart joins Sammi Jo to talk about his career on the sidelines, capturing the images that make you cheer.

Charlie Nance, from the Charlie and Debbie Show on Charlotte's Country 107.3FM joins Sammi Jo in-studio.

Former WBTV sports director Delano Little (and Sammi Jo's former boss) joins us in-studio to talk about his start in sports, his career at WBTV, and his post-retirement career in the food and beverage industry (and Jazz!)

Sammi Jo is joined in-studio by er personal trainer, Preston Lewis. They discuss his training style, and running, and growing, a business during COVID.

Charlotte native and community advocate Travis Driven joins Sammi Jo in-studio.

Joey Owens from Attaboy Memorabilia joins Sammi Jo in-studio to talk about his Facebook sports memorabilia group Attaboy Memorabilia, and the growth of fantasy and sports betting.

Former MSN host Rocko Williams joins Sammi Jo in-studio to discuss the state of NASCAR, and his path from the football field to the pit crew.

Former APP State star, former Carolina Panthers DB, and current San Francisco 49er DB Doug Middleton joins Sammi Jo to talk about signing with the Niners, his NFL career, and his commitment to mental health after the suicide death of his best friend in 2017.

Recorded BEFORE Cam Newton returned to the Panthers and Chase Young was declared out for the season, Sammi visits with WJLA (Washington, DC) sports anchor Scott Abraham to talk about this week's matchup between the Panthers and the Washington Football Team.

Carolina Panthers' great Thomas Davis joins Sammi Jo in-studio to talk about his career, his time in Charlotte, why he's stayed here, and the health scare that nearly ended his career early.

Motor Racing Network broadcaster Jeff Striegle joins Sammi Jo to talk about NASCAR's title chase, the drama, and what needs to be done to keep fans interested in stock car racing.

Charlotte Hornets lead assistant coach Jay Triano joins Sammi Jo to talk about his path to the Hornets, the team's fast start and the impact LaMelo Ball has had on the organization. NOTE- this episode was recorded BEFORE the Hornets' Monday, Oct. 25 game against the Boston Celtics.

Sammi connects with WFNZ morning host T-Bone to talk about his years in Charlotte sports radio; plus what will it take for MLB to embrace Charlotte?

Charlotte Knights' VP of Communications Tommy Viola joins Sammi Jo to talk about the Knights, keeping minor league baseball in Charlotte, and the return to Uptown after a season lost to COVID-19.

WBTV's Nate Wimberly joins host Sammi Jo Francis in-studio to talk about his two decades covering sports in Charlotte, the Panthers, and how he taught Sammi everything she knows about covering sports.