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The Sleepers Podcast

Sleepers Media, Bleav
College Basketball
NCAA Basketball
Purdue
Michigan
Illinois
Big Ten
NCAA Tournament
Uconn
Duke
Basketball
Michigan State
NCAA
Kentucky
Florida
March Madness
Arizona
BYU
Nebraska
Kansas
College Football

Basketball, bets and banter from two super fans. Join The Sleepers (Carter Elliott and Greg Waddell) and their guests as they enjoy the highs and lows of their everyday lives as hoops maniacs.

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Latest Episodes

• Ranking the 5 most successful year one coaches next season!

• Granting our favorite CBB teams one wish each!

• An "NBA Draft" draft!

The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday!

The College Basketball stock... more

• Catching up on the Discord!

• Playing the viral Hoop Degrees game!

• An "NBA Draft" draft!

The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday!

The College Basketball stock market is LIVE on Stakeholder! Buy low or... more

• The biggest power conference pretenders!

• Giving out NBA Draft superlatives!

• Revisiting our top 25 from April 29!

The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday!

The College Basketball stock market is LIVE ... more

• The top 10 trios in college basketball!

• Surprise power conference contenders!

• Picking power conference pretenders!

The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday!

The College Basketball stock market is LIV... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Pierce
Former NBA player, interview guest
Boston Celtics (NBA)
Episode: Recapping the first weekend of March Madness with Greg and Carter | Sleepers Pod 3-23-26
Mario Chalmers
Former NBA player, interview guest
NBA
Episode: Recapping the first weekend of March Madness with Greg and Carter | Sleepers Pod 3-23-26
Riley Davis
Guest on Sleepers episode; discussed bracketology and transfers
Sleepers Podcast
Episode: The trio returns to talk March wins, bold predictions, and transferring out | Sleepers Pod 3-6-26
Ryan Hammer
College sports analyst and guest host
Episode: Ryan Hammer joins the show for some NCAA Tournament talk | Sleepers Pod 2-25-26
Omer Meyer
Guest on the show who is humorously described as 'devilishly handsome'
Episode: AP poll reactions, a NPOY update, and teams we were wrong about | Sleepers Pod 11-18-25
Sims Macklefresh
Friend of the show and frequent guest
Episode: Two-person Riley Friday's are back, but this time it's Greg and not Carter | Sleepers Pod 5-23-25
Riley Friday
A guest on The Sleepers Podcast
Episode: Simms McElfresh and Other Stories from Riley Friday | Sleepers Pod 4-25-25
Dusty May
Head coach at Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University
Episode: Dusty May: "I Believe We Can Be A Big Ten Contender Every Year."
Daniel Greer
Guest from the Weekend Wagers Show
Weekend Wagers
Episode: The Sleepers Give Their Best Bets For Thursday Night!

Hosts

Carter Elliott
Host of The Sleepers Podcast; appears in majority of episodes with co-host; key driver of show banter and content direction.
Greg Waddell
Co-host who introduces segments and drives analytical discussions with banter; central to show dynamic.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 234 ratings
  • Greg sucks

    Could be a good podcast, but they employ a child named Greg.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WinningHoops
    United States5 months ago
  • Listened for a year

    Pros: Consistent content, multiple contributors, great for Big Ten fans.

    Cons: Low production value, lack of credibility, somewhat obnoxious.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NastyLittleEarthTurner
    United States5 months ago
  • Not for me

    Not for me

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pear of Pants
    United States8 months ago
  • Great CBB show!

    Whether I agree with their takes or not, the guys are always entertaining and informative! A must listen for CBB degenerates

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon1l2m
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great hoops chat

    Love the march madness analysis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EricLouis5
    United Statesa year ago

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There are criticisms about bias and production quality, but integrity and depth keep fans coming back.
Many fans value transparent moments where hosts admit when wrong and adjust their takes.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and entertaining banter, with solid basketball knowledge.

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Mascots, the CBB Ryder Cup, and asking questions | Sleepers Pod 10-1-25
Q: What does the rotation look like for Kentucky?
The hosts discuss their concerns about how the minutes will be allocated among Kentucky's deep roster during games.
Two mailbags in one episode plus the best places to watch a game | Sleepers Pod 9-22-25
Q: Do you think it's more likely that PJ stays on the staff until Paint leaves or do you think that he leaves for somewhere else before then?
I think it's more likely PJ stays on the staff until Paint leaves since he's not as in demand for head coaching positions.
Two mailbags in one episode plus the best places to watch a game | Sleepers Pod 9-22-25
Q: If you could choose between Murph getting a 4.0 and you being a scratch golfer, what would you choose?
I would choose being a scratch golfer because I have faith in my daughter to get the 4.0 on her own.
Reacting to Discord hot takes and making new top 10s | Sleepers Pod 8-18-25
Q: What can we expect from Cooper Flagg this season compared to last?
He is expected to maintain a top ranking due to his performance and potential in college basketball.
The most incredibly smart and real basketball podcast on the internet | Sleepers Pod 7-17-25
Q: How'd you overcome professional setbacks?
I learned to accept my mistakes and work hard to rebuild my confidence.

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Two lifelong basketball superfans banter through high-energy discussions on college hoops, NBA chatter, recruiting, and draft-level hypotheticals. Episodes frequently blend sharp analysis with playful banter, live-chat fan interaction, and occasional personal life anecdotes, creating a lively, opinionated atmosphere focused on program narratives, player evaluations, and the evolving college basketball landscape. Notable strengths include transparent self-analysis, a strong chemistry between hosts, and a knack for mixing data-driven takes with entertaining storytelling. For potential listeners or sponsors, the show offers consistent, personality-led coverage of Big Ten and national college hoops, plus NBA conversation and serious critique wh... more

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2. Mario Chalmers
3. Riley Davis
4. Ryan Hammer
5. Omer Meyer
6. Sims Macklefresh
7. Riley Friday
8. Dusty May

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