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X's and Joe's

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College Basketball
Indiana University
Transfer Portal
College Football
Coaching Changes
NIL Era
Coaching Innovation
Player Development
Kirk Signetti
Shot Selection
Offensive Systems
Defensive Systems
Analytics
Recruiting
NIL
Fan Expectations
Fan Culture
Quarterback Position
College Sports
Recruitment Trends

X's and Joe's, part of the Back Home Network, is a podcast that lets you eavesdrop on an ongoing, 25-year conversation between two friends and Indiana University grads who have an unusual passion for exploring the formula for winning in today’s modern college basketball.

Hosted by Bob Moats (cbobmoats) and Mike Wiemuth (iu-in-philly), this show examines trends in recruiting, metrics, strategy, and... more

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Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth examine the beloved mythology of in-state recruiting, exploring whether building championship teams with local talent is still viable in modern college basketball.

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Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Scott Caulfield of Crimson Cast to examine the Big Ten's championship drought, exploring why the conference has failed to produce an NCAA basketball champion since Michigan in 1989.

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Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth field listener questions on a range of sports and non-sports topics to fill the summer dead period in college basketball, covering everything from bison merchandise to movie recommendations.

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Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth dive deep into the shadowy world of negative recruiting in college basketball, exploring the tactics, effectiveness, and ethics of programs steering players away from rival schools.

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Andy Bottoms
Longtime college basketball analyst and bracketologist, co-founder of The Assembly Call
The Assembly Call
Episode: [30] How the Changing Landscape of College Basketball is Impacting March Madness with Andy Bottoms
Josh Burton
Avid college basketball analyst and host of Everything College Basketball
Everything College Basketball
Episode: [29] A Requiem for Woodson - A Cautionary Tale in Coaching Hires
Ryan Phillips
Sports reporter extraordinaire with a strong connection to Indiana basketball
Assembly Call
Episode: [26] Coaching Searches: What To Expect When You're Expecting a New Coach
Jerod Morris
Supreme allied commander of the Back Home Network and the host of Assembly Call podcast
Back Home Network
Episode: [24] How Program Expectations Are Set -- at IU and Beyond
Robie Malcomson
History teacher and podcaster, co-host of Trapped in History
Episode: [20] NIL, Revenue Sharing And The (Not So) New Era of Compensated College Athletes
Beau Haynes
Longtime friend of the hosts and a passionate basketball historian
Adjunct Professor of Law, Health Care Attorney
Episode: [16] Is the Blue-Blood Job Really Dead?
Galen Clavio
Host of Crimson Cast
IU Media School
Episode: [14] Knight Fall: Perspectives on the End of an Era
Tony Adragna
Basketball coach, analyst and podcaster
Co-host of Right Up Meridian
Episode: [10] Data Driven Basketball Coaching and Talent Evaluation with Tony Adragna

Hosts

Mike Wiemuth
Co-host with extensive insights into college basketball strategies and analytics.
Bob Moats
Co-host and seasoned college basketball analyst known for challenging assumptions in the sport.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • New Favorite CBB Pod

    After three episodes, these guys have a loyal listener! So refreshing to hear statistics and facts that contribute building a successful program instead of hearing takes that get attention. Keep it up fellas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    George Bittel
    United States2 years ago
  • Great job

    Gotta leave a little room for growth. However, if I could give them a 4.5 stars, I would’ve done that. Such great content. They’ll work through the little kinks as they gain more experience. Keep it up X’a and O’s, Jimmy’s and Joe’s!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eadiefamily
    United States2 years ago

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[14] Knight Fall: Perspectives on the End of an Era
Q: What cultural significance did Bob Knight have for Indiana University during his tenure?
Bob Knight was not only a successful coach but a cultural icon that shaped the program's identity, transcending sports to become synonymous with the state itself.
[30] How the Changing Landscape of College Basketball is Impacting March Madness with Andy Bottoms
Q: Why do you think bracketology has exploded in popularity of late?
It has become more data-driven, with terminology working its way into broadcasts, making it more accessible. People want to prove they can do better than analysts on TV.
[10] Data Driven Basketball Coaching and Talent Evaluation with Tony Adragna
Q: How has technology changed basketball coaching?
It's night and day at the high school level, now coaches can access statistics and clip games easily.
[10] Data Driven Basketball Coaching and Talent Evaluation with Tony Adragna
Q: What are analytics used in basketball?
Analytics are part of the equation to being a basketball team that plays at maximum efficiency and able to reach their ceiling in the most efficient way.
[23] Is There Really Such A Thing as ‘Program Momentum’?
Q: What will it take for Indiana to recover its momentum?
Indiana needs to stabilize its recruiting and make significant gains in the transfer portal, while also addressing past performance issues.

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Focusing on the intricacies of modern college basketball, this show explores critical topics such as recruiting, coaching strategies, and metrics, while also debunking common myths within the sport. The discussion often highlights the evolving landscape of basketball culture, including the effects of trends like the transfer portal and the impact of recent coaching changes on programs, particularly Indiana University. With an emphasis on broadening perspectives beyond local teams, the conversations are rich with insights into team dynamics, historical context, and the analytical aspects that contribute to success in college basketball. With both humor and thoughtful analysis, it is designed for avid college basketball enthusiasts looking to... more

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2. Josh Burton
3. Ryan Phillips
4. Jerod Morris
5. Robie Malcomson
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7. Galen Clavio
8. Tony Adragna

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