Extending the Line ft. POTM Leaders and Alumni

Low Reeds in Business ft. Madi Rose and Nicole Petersohn

In this episode of Showtime, we feature two former low reed players from the Pride of the Mountains who are now thriving small business owners. They reflect on their shared passion for music and marching band, their journeys after WCU, and how their experiences in Pride helped shape their mindset, work ethic, and approach to entrepreneurship. It’s a story of creativity, resilience, and turning passion into purpose. The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Extending the Line ft. POTM Leaders and Alumni

Join us on March 25, 2026, as we pay it forward through our Extend the Line fundraising campaign. If the Pride of the Mountains marching band has impacted your life, now is a great time to pay it forward for current and future members of the marching band. The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Building the Pride ft. Bob Buckner

In this special episode of Showtime, we sit down with Bob Buckner — a true icon in the marching band world and the visionary who helped shape Pride of the Mountains into what it is today. Bob takes a trip down memory lane to share stories from his time as a student, his early career, and his transformative years leading the band. It’s an inspiring conversation about passion, leadership, and the legacy of excellence. The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Keeping Time ft. Snare Drum Section Leaders

In this episode of Showtime, we bring together multiple generations of snare drum section leaders from the Pride of the Mountains. These alumni share their unique journeys to Western Carolina University, reflect on their time leading the line, and explore how their experiences in the band have shaped their lives and careers beyond college. It’s a rhythmic blend of tradition, leadership, and legacy — all from the heart of the drumline. The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Podium Perspectives ft. Pride of the Mountains Drum Majors

In this special episode of Showtime, we bring together drum majors from across the decades to reflect on their time leading the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band. From the podium to their professional lives, they share how the experience shaped their leadership, confidence, and careers long after their final downbeat at WCU. The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.