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X"s and Joe"s

Back Home Network

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 coaching -- with an emphasis on debunking myths and challenging popular assumptions.And while Bob

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00:41:33

[48] Bill Murphy Part 4 - Branch, the Splendid...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2026/01/01

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth wrap up their conversation with IU historian Bill Murphy, exploring the Hurrying Hoosiers era, legendary shooters, early NIL deals, and the dramatic transition from Branch McCracken to Lou Watson that paved the way for Bob Knight.The Splendid Splinter Bill shares unforgettable stories about Jimmy Rayl's two 56-point performances, including how Rayl insisted he would've scored 80 against Michigan State if Branch hadn't pulled him with four minutes left—and how 17 of his

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00:46:11

[47] Bill Murphy Part 3 - The Legend of Branch McCracken

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/12/31

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth continue their conversation with IU historian Bill Murphy, shifting from football glory to basketball history. This installment dives deep into the Branch McCracken era, revealing why Bill's favorite IU coach isn't who most fans would expect. Branch McCracken: The Sheriff Bill makes his case for Branch McCracken over Bob Knight, drawing fascinating parallels between the two legendary coaches. Branch coached 24 years (1938-1965, minus three years serving in WWII),

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00:48:16

[46] Bill Murphy Part 2 - The 1967 Rose Bowl Journey

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/12/30

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome back IU historian Bill Murphy for part two of their deep dive into Indiana football history, perfectly timed as the Hoosiers prepare for their first Rose Bowl appearance in nearly 60 years. The conversation picks up with the 1967 team's journey to Pasadena and weaves through decades of IU football lore. The 1967 Rose Bowl Journey Bill shares fascinating details about how the '67 team learned of their Rose Bowl invitation—John Pont called Harold Morrow around

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01:07:13

[45] Bill Murphy Part 1 - The Last Hurrying Hoosiers...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/12/29

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome IU historian and author Bill Murphy for a deep dive into the legendary 1967 IU football season - the "Cardiac Kids" who gave fans heart attacks every Saturday on their way to the Rose Bowl. Bill's Personal IU Journey Bill Murphy shares unforgettable stories from his youth as an IU superfan in the 1960s, including some decisions that seemed perfectly reasonable at the time. There's the 11-year-old refusing to wear his coat at halftime (mom got blamed for the

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02:00:55

[44] The Ohio River Rivalries with special guest Josh...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/12/06

Bob Moats, Mike Wiemuth, and special guest Josh Burton from Everything College Basketball reunite to break down the rekindled border wars between Indiana, Kentucky, and Louisville as the three programs meet over consecutive Saturdays in December.Growing Up in Basketball Country The guys open with personal stories about how geography and family shaped their allegiances in the heartland of college hoops. Josh Burton shares his journey from a Kentucky-loving kid playing College Slam on Sega Genesis

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01:54:26

[43] CBB Moneyball and The Omar Cooper Parallel

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/11/20

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth break down how player compensation is forcing coaches and programs to think like Billy Beane, analyzing roster construction through the lens of buying wins instead of just buying players.IU's Hot Start & The Omar Cooper Parallel The guys open celebrating IU's 4-0 start under Darian DeVries while drawing parallels between miracle plays in football and basketball. Finding ways to win isn't just about spectacular moments—it's about putting yourself in position

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01:47:11

[42] Coaching Chip Stacks - 2025-26 Season Status Check

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/11/07

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth assess which college basketball coaches are playing with house money and which are one bad loss away from the unemployment line in today's volatile college hoops landscape.IU's Dominant Debut The Hoosiers opened the Darian DeVries era with a statement win, completely eliminating mid-range jumpers in favor of modern offense. Bob breaks down film showing the conceptual principles that make this system fundamentally different from the past decade. • Zero mid-range

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01:54:34

[41] 2025-26 College Basketball Preview

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/10/24

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are back to preview the 2025-26 college basketball season, diving deep into IU's transformed roster under first-year coach Darian DeVries and analyzing the landscape of college hoops in the NIL era. Even with football still riding high in Bloomington, it's time to turn attention to the hardwood.Segment 1: The Big Money Conversation The hosts discuss the seismic shifts in recruiting and compensation:Cignetti's $3 million raise and IU football's impact on the athletic

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01:27:30

[40] Data v Drama -- A View of Modern Recruiting w/...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/10/09

X's and Joe's Episode 40: Data vs Drama - A View of Modern RecruitingBob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome special guest Stephen Ragsdale, creator of IURecruiting.com, for a deep dive into how data-driven analysis can cut through the emotional chaos of following college basketball recruiting. Meet Stephen Ragsdale and IURecruiting.com [00:00-17:00] Stephen introduces himself as a third-generation IU fan who turned his Excel spreadsheet tracking into a comprehensive recruiting website. His

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01:01:19

[39] The Vibes Show

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/10/01

As IU football has reached heights not seen in generations, so too has the mood of the IU fanbase. Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth sit down with Ryan Phillips to discuss the change in vibes experienced by fans of the long suffering Hoosier program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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01:42:53

[38] Is IU Football For Real? Hoosier Surge + The...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/08/29

IU football just went from “pinch me” to “prove it.” Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth sit down with Galen Clavio to unpack the Hoosiers’ rapid rise—how it happened, what it means, and how a long-suffering fanbase should handle success. Then we zoom out: the decades-old cultural tug-of-war between the North and South and how it fuels the Big Ten vs. SEC battle for the soul of college football. What you’ll hear “Was it real?”—reliving last season and why fans should savor this run, not fear it.

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01:33:52

[37] Can You Really Build a Title Contender Using...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/08/27

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.Puerto Rico Recap & Recruiting Updates [00:00-15:00] Bob and Mike discuss IU's successful exhibition trip to Puerto Rico, highlighting impressive performances and what the games revealed about the team's offensive potential. They also touch on the busy recruiting landscape, upcoming visits, and how the

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01:45:44

[36] One Fleeting Moment - Why The B1G Hasn't Won It...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/08/19

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.Main Topics Scott's Origin Story & Bloomington Memories [00:00-15:00] Scott shares his unlikely journey from New York City to small-town Bloomington and the formative experiences of growing up around IU's campus. Stories include legendary arcade haunts, meeting

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02:01:26

[35] Ask Us Anything

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/08/04

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.Main Topics Summer Check-ins & Countdown Clock [00:00-15:00] Bob and Mike catch up on summer travels - Bennett's first beach trip and chocolate-fueled Hershey Park adventures. Mike reveals they're officially under 30 days until college football kickoff. They also plug Perry

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01:29:35

[34] Negative Recruiting -- Does It Really Work?

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/07/14

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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01:04:11

[33] Rally Behind The Bison (with Galen Clavio and...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/06/30

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Dr. Galen Clavio and former IU Student Body President Cooper Tinsley to explore how the bison mascot made its return to Indiana University.

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01:35:53

[32] The Mid-Major Purge

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/06/01

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth examine how the transfer portal and NIL have fundamentally altered the landscape for mid-major teams and their ability to pull off NCAA tournament upsets.

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01:56:48

[31] Portal Mania

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/05/10

In this episode, Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth dive into the chaotic world of the college basketball transfer portal, examining how it's reshaping rosters across the country and what strategies teams are employing in this new landscape.

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01:48:08

[30] How the Changing Landscape of College Basketball...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/04/18

Bob and Mike welcome Andy Bottoms from The Assembly Call to discuss the evolving world of bracketology and what the 2025 NCAA Tournament reveals about the future of college basketball.

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01:58:03

[29] A Requiem for Woodson - A Cautionary Tale in...

X"s and Joe"s ·

2025/04/06

Bob & Mike are joined by Josh Burton of Everything College Basketball to discuss how Mike Woodson's departure represents a cautionary tale about hiring NBA coaches without college coaching experience.

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