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CrimsonCastEp 1161 - Dane Sanzenbacher Joins the ShowOn the latest edition of CrimsonCast, we sit down for a lengthy and enjoyable interview with Dane Sanzenbacher, former Ohio State WR, former NFL player, and currently an analyst on 97.1 FM in Columbus. We discuss Dane's very unique connection to Indiana University (and CrimsonCast), and then dive deep into the various aspects of this top-5 matchup. We talk about the mentalities of both teams, the surprisingly even statistical profiles of both, the advantages Ohio State may have in this type of a game, but also the benefits Indiana may enjoy from this particular matchup at this particular time.2024-11-1953 min
CrimsonCastEp 1112 - Bloomington Food Revue - What's in town these days?On this special edition of CrimsonCast, DoctorGC responds to a listener request for information on what's going on in the Bloomington food scene these days. What's new? What's open? Where are things located? The good doctor uses some cutting-edge technology (well...okay, it was actually just Google Maps) to take you on an aerial tour of restaurant and bar locations and give you the lowdown on some recommended places to eat, drink, and be merry on your next trip to B-Town.2024-08-2043 min
CrimsonCastEp 1110 - First Day of FootballIndiana had its first day of summer/fall camp today, which is as good a reason as any for an all-football CrimsonCast episode. Taylor Lehman from Bite Sized Bison joins GC to talk through some questions from the IU fan base, including a look at early attendance projections for the 2024 season, Curt Cignetti’s Big Ten Media Day comments and whether those sorts of things matter in the big scheme of things, and what IU’s first-year identity will (or should) be.2024-08-0152 min
CrimsonCastEp 1107 - Basketball Non-Conference Schedule ThoughtsOn a weekend edition of CrimsonCast, GC takes a look at the recently announced IU men’s basketball non-conference schedule. Was it a smart set of scheduling decisions? Why was the reception to the announcement so negative? And what does IU need to do against the schedule to have success this year? We also discuss the announcement of the new Adidas contract, and the changes in how apparel deals with college athletics programs are going to work moving forward.2024-07-1342 min
CrimsonCastEp 1106 - Summer Holiday EpisodeIt’s a holiday edition of CrimsonCast, as Scott and GC talk about some items bubbling in the IU universe. We discuss the impending release of the College Football video game and our generation’s history with the series, the college football hall of fame, some possible on-field and jersey sponsors for IU, and why the college football game may end up as a great NIL fundraising opportunity. Happy 4th of July everyone!2024-07-041h 02
CrimsonCastEp 1104 - Weekend Check-InA new episode of CrimsonCast, as the doctor talks about NIL events, fundraising, NCAA coaching limits being raised, and the general separation of upper-tier athetic departments from the lower and middle classes. We also answer audience questions about football recruiting, basketball scheduling, football scheduling, and more. Remember to subscribe to CrimsonCast on Substack by visiting crimsoncast.substack.com and signing up for our free email list!2024-06-2858 min
CrimsonCastEp 1103 - Tuesday Afternoon Podcast ClubA podcast full of user questions today! We tackle some interesting subjects, including:Why the pundit expectations for IU football are so different from what fans expectWhat's the objective view related to IU basketball's roster depth for this seasonWhat's on the tailgating docket when the weather turns coolSome good lunch places in BloomingtonRemember that CrimsonCast is available via Substack, at crimsoncast.substack.com, in addition to always being available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. 2024-06-1942 min
CrimsonCastEp 1102 - NIL Events, Scoreboards, and HurleyA shorter CrimsonCast today, as the show tackles a few interesting events from the past week. We have first-hand accounts of the Hoosiers Connect NIL event in French Lick, a report from Kirkwood Avenue on a big new addition to the Upstairs Pub, and some thoughts on Dan Hurley and the state of college sports.2024-06-1129 min
CrimsonCastEp 1100 - Athlete Employment, Fair Market Value, and Salary Caps - Part 2On this edition of CrimsonCast, the focus turns once again to the changing world of college athletics. While Episode 1098 focused on the basics of the House vs NCAA settlement and some of the big overarching questions, this episode delves more deeply into the "athletes as employees" question, the tricky nature of judging fair market value in business deals, the unusual and damaging incentive structure present in college sports that makes them different from their professional counterparts, and the challenge of having a de facto salary cap when the NCAA cannot legally restrict compensation. All of that and more!2024-06-0451 min
CrimsonCastEp 1097 - 2024 Indianapolis 500 PreviewIt's Memorial Day weekend, and that means it's time for the now-yearly tradition of a CrimsonCast Indianapolis 500 preview podcast. Scott and GC talk about the overall vibe of the series headed into the weekend, the dominance of Penske and the perceptional problems therein, Ganassi's struggles in qualifying, and the likelihood of the race being competitive. We also discuss which driver winning would be the best story, which driver would have the greatest legacy boost from another win, and which cars have a legitimate shot going into Sunday.2024-05-2346 min
CrimsonCastEp 1095 - Off-Season ConceptsOn this episode of CrimsonCast, Scott and GC start by talking through the varying perspectives in the fan base and the donor base about IU men’s basketball. We discuss the success that IU has had in the transfer portal this off-season, the still-existing split among fans regarding their attitudes towards the program, and what the parameters of success for IU might be this upcoming year. We also talk some IU football, breaking down the on-paper success that Cignetti and his staff have had so far and how much of that is likely to translate to on-field success. 2024-05-191h 20
CrimsonCastEp 1090 - Basketball Recruiting Thoughts, plus Rachel BrownOn this edition of CrimsonCast, GC breaks down some of the recent portal news for IU basketball, and talks through the positives and the questions. We then welcome former Kappa Alpha Theta Little 500 champion rider Rachel Brown to the podcast. Rachel and the doctor talk about her experiences in the race, the lead-up to this year's race, and the key things for viewers and spectators of the Little 500 to know. The Little 500 broadcasts are available this year on Broadcast.IU.edu. You can find them here: Women's Race Broadcast - 4:00 PM ET on Friday April 19th: h...2024-04-1742 min
CrimsonCastEp 1086 - The Indiana Basketball Culture War, plus some portal talkOn this episode of CrimsonCast, Scott and the doctor talk about Purdue's appearance in the national title game and the larger implications it might have for Indiana basketball's place in the state. We discuss the implications of the last 30 years of basketball in the state, the decisions made by both programs, and the concerns that IU might have for the near future in terms of its place within the hearts and minds of basketball people in the state.We then talk about IU's forays into the portal as they currently stand, the issues that the Hoosiers are facing...2024-04-071h 03
CrimsonCastEp 1085 - Scalia Triumphs, ISU stumbles, the CST is here but not reallyOn this edition of CrimsonCast Daily, the doctor lauds Sara Scalia for her performance in the three point shooting contest (and chides ESPN's unfortunate broadcast approach), talks a bit about Indiana State's disappointing end to a galvanizing season in Terre Haute, and discusses the new CST / college football proposal.2024-04-0523 min
CrimsonCastEp 1084 - Monday Update - Women's Basketball Comes Close, Mgbako Stays, and Purdue in the Final FourOn today's CrimsonCast Daily, DoctorGC talks through some of the key items from the past few days, including:Indiana Women's basketball coming oh so close against South Carolina, the legacy of Mackenzie Holmes, and the culture of the program under Teri MorenThe official return of Mackenzie Mgbako, the concerns from some corners about "running it back" and why those may be unfounded, and the area of greatest focus for 2024-25Purdue in the Final Four, and what that means for Indiana in the short and long term2024-04-0124 min
CrimsonCastEp 1078 - Tricia Whitaker talks MLB, covering IU AthleticsOne of our last remaining people on the "How on EARTH have they not been on CrimsonCast?" list --- Tricia Whitaker of Apple TV and the Tampa Bay Rays finally joins the show. Tricia and GC have a wide-ranging conversation that touches on her time covering Indiana athletics as both a student media member and a professional reporter, work-life balance, the life of a sideline reporter in Major League Baseball and some of the interesting things about the job, and a look at the upcoming MLB season. Also, the much-whispered-about CrimsonCast Bison t-shirt makes a couple of surprise appearances (on...2024-03-2142 min
CrimsonCastEp 1075 - Senior Night Win / Regular Season Recap / Post Game CommentsOn a jam-packed episode of CrimsonCast, Scott and Galen talk through the Hoosiers' tight victory over Michigan State, and what made it possible for IU to pull out the victory. After dissecting things on that end, the pod shifts to a wider angle in looking at the regular season as a whole. We talk about the team's struggles with consistency, the lack of any top-end or signature wins, and the overall flow of the season. Finally we examine the Senior Day post-game comments from Mike Woodson, and discuss the state of the program and its relationship with the f...2024-03-111h 17
CrimsonCastEp 1074 - Understanding The PredictivesOn this live edition of CrimsonCast, GC takes people on a tour of the predictive metrics - KenPom, Torvik, the NET - and discusses how and why Indiana continues to struggle in all of them. He also talks through Indiana's path through the Big Ten Tournament, why the Hoosiers will need to win the conference tournament to have any shot at the NCAA tournament, and how some other teams' NET numbers work. Since this podcast was done as a live stream with visuals, it's probably better for you to watch it (as opposed to just listening to it). S...2024-03-111h 17
CrimsonCastEp 1065 - Tony Adragna Visits The PodcastIt has been a very difficult week for IU men's basketball. Tony Adragna joins the CrimsonCast to talk through the functional and systemic issues plaguing the team, the struggles that the program is facing in terms of public perception, and the overall trajectory of everything.2024-02-2356 min
CrimsonCastEp 1064 - IUWBB Iowa WeekThis week on CrimsonCast, the IndyStar's Zion Brown joins Kevin and Amanda to break down what happened in the Illinois loss and also discuss the game of the year for IU against the Iowa Hawkeyes.2024-02-2142 min
CrimsonCastEp 1053 - Micro and Macro with Zach OstermanZach Osterman of the Indy Star joins the podcast for a discussion about the forces surrounding the reactions to IU men's basketball struggling this season. Are fans being unfair in evaluating a team that most thought would have to take a step back this season? Does the current coaching staff have to pay for the sins of previous coaching staffs? Or are the reactions to losses to so many superior teams tied into a reasonable set of concerns about program trajectory? That and more, plus some talk at the end about the first two months of the Cignetti era of...2024-01-2352 min
CrimsonCastEp 1050 - College Sports Business with SBJ's Ben PortnoyOn a special episode of CrimsonCast, the doctor gets a chance to sit down with Sports Business Journal's Ben Portnoy (an IU Sports Media alumnus) for a conversation about many of the market forces shaping and changing college sports. We discuss NIL, coaching compensation, player movement, the Ohio State AD situation, and where Title IX may fit into the NCAA's proposed NIL legislation.2024-01-1842 min
CrimsonCastEp 1044 - A Look Back at the Kennesaw State Game, and Looking Ahead To Conference PlayHello CrimsonCast folks! Here's a mini-episode for you, as Galen talks a bit about the experience of broadcasting an IU basketball game on Big Ten Plus. Also covered on the podcast:A look at the positives and negatives from the Kennesaw State gameRecognizing the improvement of Malik ReneauHow Indiana's non-conference turned outWhat the IU experiences in the non-conference mean for conference playHappy new year and thank you as always for supporting CrimsonCast.2023-12-3035 min
CrimsonCastEp 1031 - Purdue Football PreviewOn this episode of CrimsonCast, DoctorGC goes solo in previewing this year's edition of the Old Oaken Bucket game. Both Indiana and Purdue have been really bad this season, in a number of ways. This year's edition of the game will probably be one of the least important editions of the series, since neither team has anything to play for. Can Indiana figure out a way to play better defense and slow down a potentially potent Purdue passing attack? Can Purdue figure out how to move the ball?Tune in this weekend as we will have our regular...2023-11-2435 min
CrimsonCastEp 1013 - CrimsonCast - Penn State RecapScott is joined by Taylor Lehman to recap the IU Football loss to Penn State. They discuss how we should feel about the result, was IU to conservative on Offensive to end the game, did they miss an opportunity, and is this something that can be built on for the remainder of the season.We also learn that we are now in Playoff Mode for the rest of the season.2023-10-2946 min
CrimsonCastEp 1000 - Men's Basketball Preview 2023-24Happy 1000th Episode, CrimsonCast listeners! We celebrate the milestone by talking about some of the early history of the podcast, reflecting on the various twists and turns that this podcasting sojourn has taken us through over the years. It's been a joy and a pleasure (most of the time) and we're happy you've been with us for so much of it.We then turn our attention to our first bona fide preview of the 2023-24 Indiana men's basketball team. We talk about the roster, working our way through the key players, the X factors, and the question marks...2023-10-121h 37
CrimsonCastEp 987 - IU Football vs Louisville PreviewOn this newest edition of CrimsonCast, DoctorGC talks with Taylor Lehman of Bite Sized Bison about IU football as the program heads into their third game of the season. We look back over the first two weeks and answer some questions from the audience about what we've seen on the field and what we feel good (and not so good) about, before taking questions from the social media audience on a variety of topics. Included in the discussion are musings on:The 4-2-5 defense vs Louisville's offenseThe tug-of-war over IU's offensive systemHow the offensive line is grading out...2023-09-141h 02
CrimsonCastEp 986 - FOX Sports Goes After the NITLongtime friend of the pod Andy Wittry joins CrimsonCast for a mini Sports Business episode, as we discuss the recent announcement that FOX Sports was looking to stage a 16-team tournament in direct conflict with the NIT (and the NCAA). We discuss the financial and organizational ramifications of this move, including the need for new revenue streams in a changing media environment, the focus of major/power conferences on consolidating wealth, and whether this is a trojan horse for a much larger idea down the road.2023-09-1318 min
CrimsonCastEp 985 - LIVE from The Upstairs Pub - IU Football and Basketball talkWe come to you live from The Upstairs Pub in Bloomington with a CrimsonCast - Assembly Call crossover episode. DoctorGC and Coach Tonsoni are joined by a variety of people on the upper deck to recap Indiana football's win over Indiana State, and to discuss IU men's basketball and their big recruiting weekend.2023-09-1059 min
CrimsonCastEp 983 - Some IU Football Numbers and a small Indiana State PreviewTaylor Lehman of Bite-Sized Bison joins DoctorGC to talk about some IU football topics, including:Some interesting numbers from the Ohio State game (both positive and not-so-positive)What we'd like to see IU do on offenseA small preview of Indiana StateBe sure to subscribe to CrimsonCast on SubStack!2023-09-0737 min
CrimsonCastEp 980 - RIP to the Pac 12 with Dr. Matthew ZimmermanOn this episode of CrimsonCast's College Sports series, DoctorGC is joined by Dr. Matt Zimmerman to talk about the collapse of the Pac 12, the possibility of Stanford and Cal heading to the ACC, and the sudden moral panic that's spreading about the direction of college sports. We talk about the very real business ramifications of the current model, why it's not plausible to put the genie back in the bottle, and how the ACC's moves are hard to reconcile with reality.2023-08-311h 03CrimsonCastEp 977 - More College Sports Movement with Matt BlaszkaLongtime CrimsonCast associate Dr. Matt Blaszka joins the show to talk about some of the rumored moves happening in college sports. We talk about the ACC's current situation, the backlash to the last two months of realignment, the chorus of voices starting to speak out against the changes in college sport, and why a lot of the concerns being expressed now come across as hypocritical.2023-08-2645 min
CrimsonCastEp 975 - The Season Gets Closer, Featuring Mason Williams of The HoosierOur preview series leading up to the start of IU football season continues, as we welcome CrimsonCast debutante Mason Williams of The Hoosier.com and The Hoosier Network to the show. We talk about a variety of things related to the IU football team, including:The QB situation has been resolved...sort ofDoes the named starter even matter, given the history?Where IU ranks among the lower 2/3rds of the Big Ten teamsHow hard it is to get a clear read on what IU's approach will be this seasonCamp and Press Conference updates on the best positions on the...2023-08-2437 min
CrimsonCastEp 973 - IU football analysis with Taylor LehmanCrimsonCast continues its evalaution of the 2023 vintage of IU football by welcoming Taylor Lehman (of Bite-Sized Bison fame) to the show. We discuss the turnover in the coaching staff, the huge infusion of new and largely unproven talent on the defensive side of the ball, the question marks at quarterback, wide receiver, and offensive line, and the questions surrounding what exactly IU's plans are going into this season.2023-08-1557 min
CrimsonCastEp 965 - The Most Important Roster Move of the Off-seasonScott and DoctorGC sit down to discuss some recent IU news, including:XJ returning!Addressing roster depthThe mysteries of the portalA new high-profile addition to the 2023-24 scheduleAll that and more on the latest edition of CrimsonCast.2023-04-3044 min
CrimsonCastEp 964 - Portal UpdatesDoctorGC finally emerges from a nearly month-long CrimsonCast hiatus, and we take the opportunity to talk about Indiana's forays into the portal, the recruitment of Kel'el Ware and Payton Sparks to the roster for next year, and the paradigm of talent ceilings. We also discuss UConn's title run, the lessons IU fans can take from that, and the slow move of IU basketball towards a more sustainable program.2023-04-1747 min
CrimsonCastEp 961 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda recaps Indiana's loss to Miami in the round of 32, but also recaps the Hoosiers' very successful season and Grace Berger's career. She also does a little dive into what the team will look like next year, and closes out by previewing this weekend's Sweet Sixteen2023-03-2331 min
CrimsonCastEp 956 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda gets you ready for Indiana women's basketball's first weekend of NCAA Tournament play with quick hits about each team the Hoosiers could potentially face.2023-03-1525 min
CrimsonCastEp 945 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterThis week, Amanda previews the Big Ten Tournament, taking a look at the bracket and the biggest threats to Indiana's championship aspirations.2023-03-0133 min
CrimsonCastEp 943 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda has a special guest on this week - her twin sister Evelyn! They talk through Indiana's final regular season home game against Purdue, the team as a whole, and lots more relating to basketball and life.2023-02-2241 min
CrimsonCastEp 937 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterThis week, Amanda dives into the way women's college basketball as a whole, and Indiana specifically, is being covered by the national media. She also recaps big wins over Iowa and Ohio State, and previews Indiana's final home games against Michigan and Purdue.2023-02-1438 min
CrimsonCastEp 934 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda takes a little bit of a different approach this week, and talks about the state of NCAA women's basketball as a whole and why the top teams in the country are so successful. Of course, she also recaps Indiana's wins over Minnesota and Purdue and previews the big week against Iowa and Ohio State.2023-02-0738 min
CrimsonCastEp 928 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterThis week, Amanda recaps Indiana's historic yet "just like any other game" victory in over Ohio State and the Grace Berger breakout game against Rutgers. She highlights the atmosphere and fans at Assembly Hall, and previews Indiana's big week against Minnesota and Purdue.2023-01-3141 min
CrimsonCastEp 926 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda recaps Indiana's historic win over Illinois and another highly impressive performance against Michigan, highlighting Chloe Moore-McNeil and Sara Scalia for their individual performances. She also previews Indiana's huge matchup against No. 2 Ohio State on Thursday.2023-01-2440 min
CrimsonCastEp 923 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda breaks down a big week for Indiana women's basketball, with a top ten victory over then No. 9-ranked Maryland and a win against Wisconsin in front of one of the largest crowds in program history. She also previews the challenging road ahead for the Hoosiers, and what they'll have to do to come out successful against three top-25 teams.2023-01-1737 min
CrimsonCastEp 921 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda recaps Indiana's first two games of 2023 and discusses Grace Berger's return and what it means for the team going forward. She addresses recent struggles for the Hoosiers and what to look for when they face Maryland on January 12.2023-01-1133 min
CrimsonCastEp 917 - Capping off 2022Scott and DoctorGC engage in some IU-related banter as the year comes to a close. We discuss our current feelings on IU men's basketball as their two week hiatus continues --- focusing on the loss of Xavier Johnson and what its impacts will be, TJD's mysterious physical ailments, and trying to reconcile IU's current record with its offensive play. We also touch on IU football's search for a 2023 starting QB in the transfer portal. Happy New Year to you all from the CrimsonCast family. Thanks for listening!2022-12-3055 min
CrimsonCastEp 916 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterWith conference play starting up, Amanda runs through the main takeaways from Indiana's non-conference schedule and what's gone into their 12-0 record. She also previews the Hoosiers' next two Big Ten opponents, Michigan State and Nebraska.2022-12-2744 min
CrimsonCastEp 915 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda recaps Indiana's two most recents that have allowed the team to keep an undefeated record. She also previews the Hoosiers' match with Butler in their final game before beginning Big Ten play.2022-12-2037 min
CrimsonCastEp 913 - Recapping the Vegas weekendCrimsonCast recaps a weekend in Vegas --- we talk about IU's disappointing but important performance against Arizona, and whether it answers any questions regarding the roster and the team's overall prospects moving forward. We also discuss the upcoming Kansas game.2022-12-1455 min
CrimsonCastEp 912 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda reviews what has led to Indiana being the No. 4 team in the country, and goes in depth about Mackenzie Holmes' superb start to the season. She also reviews Indiana's wins against UNC and Illinois, and previews Thursday's game against Penn State.2022-12-0735 min
CrimsonCastEp 908 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterAmanda goes over what happened during Indiana's trip to Las Vegas over Thanksgiving break, explaining what Grace Berger's injury means for the team and how the rest of the Hoosiers stepped up in her absence. She also previews the top-ten matchup of No. 5 Indiana and No. 6 UNC on Thursday.2022-11-2937 min
CrimsonCastEp 903 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterIn the second episode of CrimsonCast's women's basketball-specific podcast, Amanda recaps Indiana's most recent games against Bowling Green and Quinnipiac and what they show about the team so far. She also dives into the most recent AP Poll and other weekly awards received by Indiana, and highlights the other Big Ten teams ranked in the top 25 and how their seasons are going so far.2022-11-2227 min
CrimsonCastEp 898 - The CrimsonCast Women's Basketball Show with Amanda FosterCrimsonCast is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever women's basketball-specific podcast. The Women's Basketball Show is hosted by Amanda Foster, current IU Sports Media student and writer/reporter for Inside the Hall. Amanda is joined on this inaugural episode by DoctorGC, and they talk about the dominant win for IU at Tennessee, the emergence of Chloe Moore-McNeil, the contributions of key transfers Sara Scalia and Sydney Parrish, and the opportunities and challenges that await the Hoosiers as they head into the rest of the non-conference season.2022-11-1627 min
CrimsonCastEp 892 - Men's Basketball Season Opener Eve with Tony AdragnaDoctorGC and longtime CrimsonCast contributor Tony Adragna sit down to chat IU men's hoops. We discuss the potential impact of the freshmen, the impact (or lack thereof) of Trayce Jackson-Davis's outside game on IU's ceiling, some strange tempo projections worth watching, and whether IU is more likely to have a top 10 defense or a top 30 offense.2022-11-0643 min
CrimsonCastEp 870 - Western Kentucky recapOn the latest episode of CrimsonCast, we recap Indiana's 33-30 overtime victory over Western Kentucky. The Hoosiers moved to 3-0, and seem to keep finding ways to win despite not playing particularly well throughout the game. We discuss where IU succeeded and struggled, how much of this win streak is sustainable, and what IU needs to improve upon in order to get to bowl eligibility. We also discuss Michael Penix's exciting start to the season for Washington, and have our first official Tailgate Talk segment.2022-09-181h 10
CrimsonCastEp 866 - Idaho PostgameOn an ambivalent and somewhat abbreviated episode of CrimsonCast, Scott and DoctorGC talk about Indiana's underwhelming victory over Idaho and the trust issues that still permeate the relationship between the football program and its fans.2022-09-1133 min
CrimsonCastEp 854 - Max Parker and Evan Gerike from HNWe continue CrimsonCast's football coverage by welcoming the Hoosier Network's Max Parker and Evan Gerike to the show. They give us their impressions of fall camp thus far, and we talk about the atmosphere and environment around the team and the program going into the middle part of August.NOTE - the sound quality on this one wasn't great due to a malfunctioning internet connection. Thanks for your patience.2022-08-1435 min
CrimsonCastEp 851 - Conference Realignment Listener QuestionsThe awesome CrimsonCast listener collective had a bunch of questions about conference realignment, so we tried to answer as many of them as we could. We tackled everything from the Pac 12 / Big 12 standoff to the ACC's peculiar situation, to what Notre Dame might do (and at what cost), to how Big Ten basketball schedules might be impacted by expansion.2022-07-061h 03
CrimsonCastEp 848 - Welcome to LA with Scott and GalenThe news of the Big Ten growing by two members is always going to be a big story, but the news that the Big Ten has added USC and UCLA to the mix is of an entirely different order. Scott joins Galen on the second CrimsonCast of the day, and this time we do it live, as we discuss the reasons why this move is happening now, what it means for the Big Ten and IU, and what sorts of things might happen next in college sports as a result.2022-07-011h 38
CrimsonCastEp 844 - Some April MusingsOn this episode of CrimsonCast, we tackle some questions and concepts about IU basketball as we head into mid-April. We discuss roster composition, how to evaluate the incoming recruits (and what to expect / not expect), and how this offseason might be remembered. We also take a detour and discuss Purdue’s unfortunate end in the NCAA tournament.2022-04-1143 min
CrimsonCastEp 833 - Island of aggressiveness in a sea of passivityIU loses a tough game to Purdue. The B1G bracket falls completely wrong for IU. But, we aren't playing on Wednesday, so we have that!Galen and Scott break it all down for you on this episode of CrimsonCast.2022-03-0737 min
CrimsonCastEp 826 - More of the SameOn this episode of CrimsonCast, we delve into the current situation with IU basketball and try to parse out what it all means. We also talk extensively about IU's recent offensive woes and what kind of a threat that poses to the rest of the season. Finally we discuss Indiana's current NCAA tournament positioning and what they need to do as the regular season comes to a close.2022-02-101h 00
CrimsonCastEp 823 - Hoosiers Win Hoosiers Win Hoosiers WinA rare next-day podcast from the CrimsonCast Brigade, as we revel in Indiana's three point victory over Purdue. There are so many storylines and emotions to unpack in this one --- the Rob Phinisee Redemption Game, the Mike Woodson Signature Win Game, the Assembly Hall Atmosphere Comeback game, and more --- that it's hard to know where to start the conversation.2022-01-2144 min
CrimsonCastEp 822 - Finally, A Road Win!CrimsonCast is back, talking IU basketball.If you actually read the descriptions, my apologies, I got nothing for you today.y2022-01-1959 min
CrimsonCastEp 818 - Holiday Episode Part 2Happy New Year! Here's 45 minutes of food reviews, recipes, music thoughts, and some stray football and basketball observations.Thanks to all of you for your continued support of CrimsonCast. We hope you have a tremendous end to 2021 and a better start to 2022.2021-12-3147 min
CrimsonCastEp 817 - Holiday Episode Part 1A special Christmas Eve edition of CrimsonCast sees the guys recapping the Northern Kentucky game, before taking some questions from fans about a range of topics related to men's basketball and football. (The food and music questions have been moved to a different podcast which will appear later in the week). We discuss the surprise statistical aspects of the team, provide some analysis for IU's long-term offensive prospects in basketball, discuss how complete football's roster looks heading into 2022, and address some other questions brought up by you the listener. Happy Holidays from CrimsonCast and the whole crew at...2021-12-241h 19
CrimsonCastEp 770 - CrimsonCASH Week 1Scott @CrimsonCast317 is joined as always by James @CrimsonCast260 for a CrimsonCASH quick hitter on the one and only B1G game this weekend. Let's start of the season right and make some money! Also, enjoy the history of the first sub 5 minute CrimsonCast!2021-08-2704 min
CrimsonCastEp 758 - Football is Getting CloserOn this all-football edition of CrimsonCast, Scott and Galen welcome back frequent former podcast guest Taylor Lehman, who is back as a part-time recruiting analyst with The Hoosier. We talk about the momentum that IU has built on the recruiting trail, discuss what it is that Tom Allen is doing to make inroads in the Indiana high school recruiting scene, and who the biggest impact players that IU will have joining them from the upcoming recruiting class. Then we answer some of our social media questions, including what fair expectations are for this season and what the best breakfast tailgate...2021-07-1759 min
CrimsonCastEp 757 - Questions and AnswersYou've got questions! We've got (some) answers! DoctorGC takes the mic solo and answers a series of online queries about topics both inside and outside the IU athletics orbit, including:- The most intriguing #iufb positions- Potential breakout players for #iufb- Whether #iufb can legitimately challenge for the Big Ten East title- Tailgating tips for first-time season ticket holders- Dream non-conference opponents for football and basketball- Thad Matta's role and lack of media comments thus far- Will IU fans still focus on "Indiana guys"?...2021-06-251h 25
CrimsonCastEp 753 - IU Men's Soccer Update with Evan Gerike and Jared KellyJoining us on this special edition of CrimsonCast are two men who cover IU men's soccer closely - Evan Gerike of the Indiana Daily Student and Jared Kelly of The Hoosier Network and Peegs.com. I talk with both of them about the unusual season that IU has faced, the players that have made this team as good as it is, and what they'll be going up against when they match up against Seton Hall on Monday, as IU men's soccer attempts to book a repeat trip to the College Cup.2021-05-1036 min
CrimsonCastEp 732 - Podcast on the Brink / CrimsonCast Crossover Episode with Alex BozichWe're back for more in-depth podcasting on the coaching interregnum at Indiana, this time featuring a rare crossover episode of CrimsonCast and Podcast on the Brink. Inside The Hall founder Alex Bozich joins us to talk about what went wrong with Archie, how the current roster looks, and what the next person in the chair for IU basketball needs to bring to the table for success. We also field some questions from the Twitterverse, and give our thoughts on the rumor circus already starting to dominate the scene.2021-03-161h 20
CrimsonCastEp 731 - Chronic HoosierOur friend Chronic Hoosier rejoins us on CrimsonCast --- we talk about the firing of Archie Miller, where it went wrong over the last four years, what the current state of the program and the IU basketball brand is, and what direction Indiana needs to go with the new hire.2021-03-161h 12
CrimsonCastEp 714 - Stolen Bowl SeasonScott and DoctorGC do a rare CrimsonCast Live to express our disgust at the cynical politics of college football and the Big Ten, as Indiana has a New Year's Six bowl stolen out from under them and ends up in the Outback Bowl.2020-12-2145 min
CrimsonCastEp 707 - CrimsonCast Live football preview and basketball recapOn a live Friday night podcast, GC breaks down what we saw from IU basketball in MauiAsheville, and tries to make sense of what IU basketball is this year. Then we move to football and spend a good 30 minutes talking about the various elements of Saturday's Indiana - Wisconsin tilt. In a weird season, this may be a weird game --- certainly one that's hard to figure out, given that Wisconsin has barely played this year and Indiana is starting essentially a rookie QB under center. But there are some interesting and encouraging aspects of this matchup for the Hoosiers...2020-12-0546 min
CrimsonCastEp 701 - Ohio State RecapIU came close, but Ohio State was a bit better. Still, it's a pretty positive episode of CrimsonCast as we talk about the game and the things we took away from it. Indiana made some tremendous plays on both sides of the ball, overcoming their mistakes and demonstrating a resilience that fans can be excited about. What does it mean for the rest of the season? We talk about the remaining schedule, the prizes still out there for IU to grab, and the implications for beyond 2020.2020-11-2257 min
CrimsonCastEp 699 - Ohio State Preview Part 2 with Zach OstermanThe Indy Star's Zach Osterman joins us on this edition of CrimsonCast as we preview the upcoming Ohio State game. We talk about the important takeaways from the Michigan State game, including a conversation over the margin of victory and the style of victory by Indiana. We discuss the things worth keeping an eye on for the Ohio State game, including defensive line play, turnover potential, and whether or not Indiana really wants to run the ball. We also get an injury update on key personnel for IU.2020-11-2030 min
CrimsonCastEp 698 - A Look Back at 1987 with Coach Bob MorrisWe're joined on CrimsonCast by former Indiana football assistant coach Bob Morris, who coached at IU from 1983 to 1993 and was a part of the coaching staff for the last time Indiana won at Ohio State in 1987. Coach Morris takes us through the build-up to the game, talking about the component parts that made up those early Bill Mallory teams and what Mallory said in the stadium on the eve of the game. We also talk a bit about how the team was assembled, as well as how they compare to Tom Allen's present-day Hoosiers.2020-11-2016 min
CrimsonCastEp 697 - Ohio State Preview Part 1 with Taylor LehmanOur first of several Friday podcasts welcomes back Taylor Lehman to the pod --- the former IU and Ohio State reporter gives us some perspective on the two programs, and then we talk about the matchup between these two unbeaten teams. What are the keys for IU winning? Can they keep it close with Ohio State? Are the Buckeyes an invincible team this year? All that and more on this episode of CrimsonCast.2020-11-2042 min
CrimsonCastEp 683 - Indiana beats Penn StateIt's a very happy episode of CrimsonCast, as we bask in the glory of IU's 36-35 OT victory over Penn State to start the season. We read some of your social media posts from after the game, and then have a long conversation about the win, the celebration, the broken door, and a lot more. Then Zach Osterman comes on and we get his perspective on the game.2020-10-251h 40
CrimsonCastEp 681 - IU Football and more with IU ArtifactsIU Artifacts is back, joining us on the latest episode of CrimsonCast to talk IU football. We discuss the lead-in to the season and some of the historical comparisons that last season has to prior seasons where the Hoosiers exceeded expectations. We also discuss some of the more granular details of IU's roster as we get closer to the start of the Penn State game, and evaluate the sorts of things that Indiana needs to do in order to ensure a second straight successful season.We finish the conversation with an extended look at Caleb Coffman's great feature...2020-10-2347 min
CrimsonCastEp 679 - Catching up with Chronic HoosierOur friend Chronic Hoosier returns as a guest on CrimsonCast, which gives us a chance to talk about IU Football at length. We talk about the long-term aspects of being an IU football supporter and how the inherent cynicism of the fanbase is something that may warrant being put away for this season. We also discuss the way the program has come together under Tom Allen and what that might portend for a season in which the normal order of college football has been uprooted. We also talk a bit about this weekend's game vs Penn State, and ponder what...2020-10-2237 min
CrimsonCastEp 674 - Roster changes, Football questions, and moreCrimsonCast emerges from summer hibernation to chat about the events of the last month in IU athletics. We tackle the men's basketball roster changes, including the departure of Justin Smith and his legacy as an Indiana Hoosiers basketball player, the reclassification of Khristian Lander to the incoming freshman class, and the re-evaluation of the squad and how it will look for a prospective 2020-21 season.We also field several questions from the Twitterverse about the upcoming football season, the implications of the graduate transfers, and the gameday experience at Memorial Stadium. Finally, we discuss the potential...2020-05-271h 17
CrimsonCastEp 673 - Assembly Call Football TakeoverIt's crossover week! Assembly Call and CrimsonCast have traded places, and Andy Bottoms and Coach Brian Tonsoni take over hosting duties this week. Here's what's up in this all-football episode of CrimsonCast:We opened the episode by discussing how we became fans of the IU football program, and in both cases the seeds were planted during the Mallory era. We discussed a few favorite games, moments, and players that shaped our fondness for the program before moving into a discussion on the upcoming season.To start, we recapped changes to the coaching staff and how a...2020-05-041h 01
CrimsonCastEp 672 - The Bloomington Food Revue, Part IIIThe Bloomington Food Revue is back! We get the committee together on a rainy Sunday to talk about more aspects of the Bloomington food scene. We start off with a lengthy conversation about the best places (and dishes) that are no long with us in Bloomington. As one might predict, there's plenty of talk of Macri's and Grisanti's, but also some mentions of quirky favorites like Garcia's and Great Wall. We then finish up with a discussion of the fine dining scene in Bloomington and why it has struggled to have much depth over the years...2020-04-271h 01
CrimsonCastEp 671 - Breaking Away Rewatch EpisodeOn this special edition of CrimsonCast, GC is joined by The Hoosier Network's Connor Hines and Griffin Gonzalez and CrimsonCast contributor Chris Williams to discuss the legendary movie Breaking Away. As we lament the first lost Little 500 weekend in the race's history, we honor the present by looking back on the movie's core messages and characters, the inherent history of Indiana University and Bloomington embedded in the film, and hit on some fun trivia and random facts about what happens throughout.2020-04-261h 06
CrimsonCastEp 670 - Football HypotheticalsWe're back with another edition of CrimsonCast --- and we start the episode off with an important announcement about the future of the podcast.This time we're tackling some of your hypothetical questions about IU football. We try to answer the big question relating to IU football, which in a nutshell is "Why did Indiana choose basketball when so many other universities chose football?" So we delve a bit into the backstory of both sports in Indiana and how things led to the present day.We also answer a question regarding what the inflection point was...2020-04-201h 04
CrimsonCastEp 668 - The Bloomington Food Revue, Part ICrimsonCast presents The Bloomington Food Revue, a podcast series that focuses on the restaurant, bar, and food scene in B-town, past and present. DoctorGC welcomes Chronic Hoosier, Mike Glasscott, Jason Kennedy, Mark Cady, and Chris Williams to the podcast --- a panel with dozens of years between them of Bloomington food experience, as consumers, workers, and managers.On this first episode, we tackle one of the biggest mysteries in Bloomington food --- Why can't anything stay open at 7th and Walnut? We also give our "Best of the Decade" award for the 2010s, and provide our Mount Rushmore...2020-04-0254 min
CrimsonCastEp 667 - IU Historical and Theoretical Questions, Part 2CrimsonCast takes another journey through the past as we answer audience questions relating to historical and what-if scenarios for IU basketball. Galen is joined by @IUArtifacts as we take a look at:- Whether the Henderson injury really cost IU the 1993 title- Without the cheating, would Kelvin Sampson still be the coach?- If 2016 IU gets by UNC, does IU win the title?2020-03-3145 min
CrimsonCastEp 666 - IU Historical and Theoretical Questions, Part 1On this special edition of CrimsonCast, Scott and Galen dust off the podcast machinery and answer some audience questions regarding various hypothetical, theoretical, and/or historical questions about Indiana basketball. For this episode, we field some questions related to:- Whether the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee screwed IU in 2012 and/or 2016- If Indiana would have won the 1992 title had the officiating been more equitable- What would have happened if IU won a basketball title in 1992 or 1993If you've got questions or thoughts of a historical/theoretical nature, hit us up on Twitter...2020-03-2636 min
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast – Special AnnouncementWe'd like to thank all of you loyal listeners and readers that have stuck with us over the past 9 years.Today is a great day to let you know that CrimsonCast is moving to a new home, starting later this month!We're very pleased to announce a partnership with TheHoosier.com, which will be the new home of CrimsonCast's podcasts on IU football and IU basketball. Our thanks to Stu Coman and the rest of the crew for making this move a possibility, and we're looking forward to working with everyone.You can listen to some more...2017-08-0506 min
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 08.05.17 – GameDay!College GameDay coming to Bloomington still seems like some sort of weird IU fanfic instead of a real thing, but it's happening, and we're pretty excited about it. We talk about what it means for the football program, how the teams might react, and what we can expect as far as ESPN's stage setup is concerned.2017-08-0527 min
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast Live – July 17 2017On this emergency edition of CrimsonCast Live, we delve into the sudden recruiting successes of the last 24 hours, and discuss how the perspective around IU basketball has changed so rapidly. We also talk about what to expect moving forward with IU recruiting, and what we might expect from Archie Miller and company when it comes to future targets. We also delve into IU football a bit, and talk about the lead-in to the 2017 season.2017-07-181h 08
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.25.17 – Travis from Hammer and RailsScott reaches out across the aisle and is joined by Travis from Hammer and Rails to discuss how the Purdue community viewed the Tom Crean era, his firing and their views on Archie Miller. Learn why much of the Purdue fanbase was eager to see us hire Steve Alford. They also talk about the Matt Painter era at Purdue, where Purdue is going from here and a long range view of the B1G over the next 5-10 years.2017-03-281h 01
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.25.17 – Miller High LifeGalen and Scott host a giddy CrimsonCast as we break down the Archie Miller hire, evaluate the now-completed IU basketball coaching search, and answer a cavalcade of listener questions. This podcast is obscenely long and we don't care. Hope you enjoy it.2017-03-261h 28
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.21.17 – Mike MillerWe're joined by Bloomington Herald-Times beat writer Mike Miller, as we talk about the Crean era at IU. Mike talks about his experiences on the beat covering Crean, the disconnect between the coach's plan and the execution of that plan, and what lasting impact Crean had on the program. We also get into the coaching search, talk about some candidates, and discuss what a new coach could do to bridge the gap between the basketball program and the fan base.2017-03-2254 min
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 03.20.17 – Dustin DopirakThe Tom Crean era went for nine years at Indiana, and Dustin Dopirak was the Bloomington Herald-Times beat writer during the heart of that era. He joins us on this episode of CrimsonCast to talk about his perspective on covering Crean at IU, the struggles the program had under Crean with putting the finishing touches on a return to national prominence, and the direction that IU and Fred Glass might chart moving forward. We also talk about potential coaching candidates, including an in-depth conversation on the profiles of Steve Alford and Tony Bennett.2017-03-211h 05
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.19.17 – Chronic HoosierCrimsonCast and Hoosier Chronicles unite! Galen and Chronic Hoosier sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about IU basketball, deep-diving into the Crean era, the national position of IU basketball, Indiana fandom, and what direction IU will (or should) go for a new coach.2017-03-201h 19
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.18.17 B – Alex McCarthyWhen the IU coaching job is open, we have to talk about it with the people who know it. Our guest on this podcast is Alex McCarthy, former writer for 24/7 and Inside Indiana, as he gives his thoughts on Tom Crean, the Tom Crean era, and what's next for Indiana basketball.2017-03-1854 min
CrimsonCastCrimsonCast 3.18.17 – Sam Beishuizen of TheHoosier.comGalen is joined by Sam Beishuizen of TheHoosier.com to talk about his reaction to the firing of Tom Crean. Sam gives us his post-mortem on the Crean era, and we discuss what might have gone wrong to lead to the firing this week. We also talk about the coaching search for Indiana, what we think the IU athletic department is looking for, and when we might hear word about the new coach.2017-03-1838 min