This 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'...

Join 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.  

Long-time and legendary Richmond broadcaster Al Coleman retired from his sports talk show last month.  It ended 33 years of excellence and produced a truckload of memories. 

Robby Robinson is Virginia Commonwealth University's Director of Business Development and the play by play voice of the Rams.  Robby has been associated with VCU since 2008, and former University of Virginia baseball player.

In this weeks podcast, Ira Schoffel, managing editor of Warchant.com, joins the show to break down the ACC Settlement between Florida State, Clemson and the ACC.  Ira has covered the Seminoles for over 20 years and is one of the more respe...

Washington 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.

Ms Ann Holland was the "First Lady" of Virginia Basketball for many years.  Her husband, Terry, coached the game at UVA for 16 years after a 5-year stint at Davidson.  Coach Holland passed in January of 2023.  

One 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, professiona...

As one of the greatest relief pitchers in the Majors, Billy Wagner was elected to the MLB Hall of Fame last week.  He currently coaches high school baseball at the Miller School outside of Charlottesville, Virginia. "Billy the Kid" played ...

Rusty Larue is a Wake Forest legend.  He played three sports for the Demon Deacons.  He logged time in professional basketball in the  NBA and in Europe.  Rusty won a championship with the Chicago Bulls along some guy named ...

Bud 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.  

Former 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."  

From 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. 

The 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.

Former 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...

This 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.

Former 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 w...

This 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.    

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.  

Former 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.

Former 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.  

One 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.  

Bud 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 j...

Following 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."   

Salem, Virginia native and former James Madison basketball coach Mark Byington is in his first year as head coach at Vanderbilt University.  Coach Byington discusses the challenges ahead for the Commodores and his excitement to be in the S...