Building the Pride ft. Bob Buckner

In this episode of Showtime, we connect with Pride of the Mountains alumni who have taken their talents from the marching field to military bands across the U.S. Armed Forces. They share what inspired them to pursue a career of service through music, reflect on their experiences at Western Carolina University, and discuss how Pride of the Mountains helped prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of military musicianship. It's a compelling conversation about leadership, dedication, and the lasting impact of band beyond college.The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this inspiring episode of Showtime: The Official Podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band, we sit down with two former staff coordinators who have risen to high-level leadership roles within the band. They reflect on their journeys through the POTM leadership program, sharing how it shaped their personal and professional growth. From unforgettable moments on the field to lessons that continue to guide them beyond their time at Western Carolina University, this conversation is a powerful testament to the lifelong impact of the Pride of the Mountains experience.The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Welcome to the very first episode of Showtime, the official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains! In this premiere, we sit down with the three directors who lead the band with passion and purpose. They share their journeys to Western Carolina University, reflect on some unforgettable throwbacks, and reveal what they're most excited about in the season ahead. It’s a perfect kickoff to a new era of storytelling, music, and marching excellence.The official podcast of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.