
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsBasketball | |||

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Scott Caulfield for a fun and thought-provoking discussion about the evolution of college basketball coaching. Looking back at some of the sport's most memorable personalities, the guys explore why coaching ic... more
The show opens with a look back at an unforgettable Indy 500 and some thoughts on why events like that become part of Indiana's identity.
• Why this year's race was one of the most memorable in recent years
• Curt Cignetti's comments on the future ... more
In this episode of Xs and Joes, Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth dig into a topic many Indiana fans can feel but struggle to explain: why so much frustration around IU basketball now feels deeper than just wins and losses. Using recent reactions, historica... more
In this episode of Xs and Joes, Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Andy Bottoms to unpack the 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket, the selection process, and what it all reveals about where college basketball is headed next.
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I will review this as a 10+ podcast. Extremely knowledgeable relaxed hosts. All I want is to enjoy the conversation. Learn a few things. And laugh a few times. “Well, we’re here” is the most delightful perfection to start a podcast. Bob and Mike!!!!!
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!
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!!!
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A long-running,-two-host show where Indiana University–adjacent basketball fans analyze the sport through a practical lens: recruiting trends, analytics metrics, coaching decisions, and strategic decisions across college basketball. Episodes frequently blend data-driven insights with storytelling, fan culture, and historical context, often discussing NIL dynamics, coaching changes, and how programs communicate with fans. The format tends to feature guests who are analysts, coaches, or historians, contributing diverse perspectives to the same core questions: what drives success in today's college hoops landscape and how programs manage expectations and narratives. A standout aspect is the approachable yet rigorously curious tone, which balan... more
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X's and Joe's launched 3 years ago and published 58 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on X's and Joe's include:
1. Brian Tonsoni
2. Bill Murphy
3. Ryan Phillips
4. Scott Caulfield
5. Cooper Tinsley
6. Dr. Galen Clavio
7. William McDermott
8. Andy Bottoms
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