The Hoosier Hysterics Podcast

Earl Calloway shows up to play, just like he always did for our dear Hoosiers. It was a long and winding road to end up where he always wanted to be, but once Earl arrived in Bloomington he blossomed into an electric point guard for Mike Davis, and whoever that coach was right after Mike Davis.Before that fun and inspiring conversation rolls around, the legendary Brian Evans shows up with another sober dose of reality about the current state of IU hoops. But hey, misery loves company, so come on in!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric and Ward catch up with all the happenings as Hoosier nation begins a brand new year. Later Rabby joins the party to do a deep dive on IU hoops... recruiting, the fanbase's expectations vs. reality, Scoop entering the starting lineup... and so much more!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric and Ward look back at the year that was for Indiana athletics… the highs and lows, happys and sads, for all of Hoosier Nation.Later, they welcome back the always entertaining and insightful IU legend and current NBA scout, Jared Jefferies, getting his expert analysis of the men’s basketball team heading into the new year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re not in Kansas anymore… and thank heavens for that. While the world’s flattest landmass offered little in the way of happy hoops memories, Eric recounts his good times with the Goons and other members of the Hoosier faithful while in enemy territory. Later, Brian Evans joins the show to do another grisly post-mortem on what went wrong, and what keeps going wrong, for Mike Woodson and his thus far disappointing squad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hoosier nation invaded Sin City in full-force for a weekend of good times, bad times, and a whole lot of cowboys. The Hysterics were on the scene, sometimes making a scene, and loving every second of it.  Tune in to hear their first-hand accounts of the weekend that was, with special guest Brian Evans dissecting why Indiana lost, and what it needs to do to get back on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After transferring to Indiana… his self-proclaimed dream school… Nick Zeisloft delivered for Coach Tom Crean, drilling an incredible 51% from beyond the arc in conference games to lead the entire Big Ten his first year in Bloomington. In his 2nd and final season, this long-distance sniper from La Grange, Illinois helped shoot IU to the top of the Big Ten, winning the conference title on their way to the Sweet Sixteen.  Listen in as Nick recounts his glory days as a Hoosier, playing alongside the likes of Yogi Ferrell, OG Anunoby, Juwan Morgan, James Blackmon, Jr. and Thomas Bryant.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For our 200th episode we are privileged, honored and downright giddy to host a true Hoosier great… Alan Henderson.IU’s all-time leader in rebounds, 7th in scoring, 4th in field goals made, 5th in free throws made, tied for 5th in steals, and 2nd in blocked shots, are just some of his stats that back up that claim. But it was the winning… on some of the best and most beloved teams to ever play in Bloomington… that cemented Alan’s legendary status.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It has been an eventful several days for IU Athletics with virtually every current athletic program prevailing in big matchups over the last several days. We cover the improbable and historic comeback win for IUFB at Michigan St. before turning our attention to the most exciting start to a basketball season in many years. Ward is on a family vacation which opened the door for the first ever replacement “Guest Host” to break down the IUBB wins against Xavier and Miami University (of Ohio) and the overall state of IU Basketball 4 games in to the season. Such an important and prestigious position could only be filled by one man. A former Big Ten Player of the Year. One of the all-time greats and a man who never has to search for an opinion…BRIAN EVANS fills in for Ward and we get his unique and surprisingly upbeat analysis of IU Basketball.Ward is back for the guest not today’s episode and he is one of the most polarizing players of the last many years at Indiana University. His talent was undeniable as he single-handedly won several games for IU Basketball when the odds were stacked against him. And, he had some head-scratching plays that drove many to the brink.  But behind the box scores, 3-pointers, turnovers and tattoos, there is the story of a young man who grew upon in New York, in love with the game of basketball. It started in parks with his brothers and with legends of the NYC basketball scene. It turned into playing varsity basketball in 7th and 8th grade and ultimately to a commitment to Tom Crean and Indiana University.What started as a dream scenario with huge top-5 wins quickly turned into a nightmare with injuries turning into losses, turning into more losses and ultimately to a coach being fired. This young man’s story takes a turn when a new coach, Archie Miller, is brought in to run the program—and run it in a very different way. With no pre-existing relationship and faced with the prospect of sitting out a year or sticking it out at IU, this enigmatic player decided to stick it out. Building a relationship with the new coach was not an easy task nor was trying to play in a new and much more rigid system.Losses continued to pile up, personal tragedy hit, fans directed their frustration and ire at him personally. Stress continued to mount and led to some very dark times that fans barely caught a glimpse of. But this young man persevered, sought help, and by the time his Senior year was wrapping up, IU Basketball was on the verge of returning to the NCAA Tournament. And then, the global Covid pandemic hit. It robbed him and so many like him of their senior year, their graduation and for a young man dedicated to getting Indiana back to the tournament, that dream too, died.  Our guest continued his basketball career internationally where he faced even more personal battles, this time with a health crisis but he has continued to persevere. He is healthy, he is playing basketball professionally and he is talking to us about it all. Our guest is DEVONTE GREEN!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let’s all give a big ol' warm welcome to our newest hardwood Hoosiers, Jakai Newton and Gabe Cupps!!The ink still drying on their National Letters of Intent, these future teammates show from the jump why they're destined to keep the ball rolling in the Woodson era next fall. Listen in as they discuss everything from the development of their own games, to what they think about "their" Hoosiers thus far this year. Finally, in order to get a jump on their chemistry, you won't want to miss Gabe & Jakai finish off the show by playing rousing renditions of "Teammate Trivia" and "Mind Meld!" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The greatest clutch shooter and easily one of the most talented players to ever don the candy stripes, Jay Edwards is back to candidly discuss his two seasons in Bloomington under Coach Robert Montgomery Knight.Perhaps no Hoosier ever experienced such extreme highs and lows as Jay. As a freshman he barely saw the court for the first 16 games, including a 5-game academic suspension, yet averaged 19.2 points a game in conference and was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year.As a sophomore he entered rehab and lost his scholarship, only to return and lead IU to its most unlikely conference title ever, burying 3 legendary buzzer beaters, all on his way to being named Big Ten Player of the Year and an All-American.Jay was a truly special player, and remains a truly special man, and we are so proud to call him a Hoosier.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Head Coach and fearless leader of the Indiana Women’s Basketball Team, Teri Moren, is back with a preview of the much-anticipated season to come. While many of last year’s top college programs must rebuild, these Hoosiers have simply reloaded. Bringing back the likes of Grace Berger, Mackenzie Holmes, & Chloe Moore-MacNeil, and bringing in two of the top transfers in the country, Sydney Parrish and Sara Scalia, Coach Moren is ready to rock Hoosier nation once again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Lewis was an Indiana high school scoring machine, who turned into IU’s all-time assist leader, and then became one of the most sought-after and well-respected assistant coaches in the country. And now, at long last, he triumphantly returns as the head coach of the Ball State Cardinals.Always candid, funny and chock-full of good stories, listen in hear what it’s like to be back home, how things are going in Muncie, and all about his return visit to Bloomington with his new assistant coach and fellow beloved Hoosier, Jamal Meeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tamar “Scoop” Bates is back on the show and back for his sophomore season at IU. After an up & down freshman year on & off the court, Scoop is ready and raring to take his game and his team to the next level. Thoughtful and laser-focused, this young man never fails to impress or to light up the Zoom with his infectious smile and hilarious sense of humor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sydney Parrish was the ultimate Indiana high school star, leading her Hamilton Southeastern Royals to a state title her junior year, then etching her name amongst the all-time greats by becoming Miss Basketball as a senior.As a top-ranked, 5-star recruit she could’ve played anywhere she wanted, and initially chose Oregon as part of the consensus #1 recruiting class in the country. After a couple seasons out west, however, it was time to come home and play for Coach Moren and the now mighty Indiana Hoosiers.IU fans everywhere rejoiced at this blockbuster news, and will be even more thrilled after getting to know this engaging, good-humored, hard-working and fiercely competitive young woman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics have tons to gab about, including Eric’s foot surgery and subsequent hallucinations, the state of Indiana football, hoops recruiting and Hoosier Hysteria, and finally the continuing controversy of Dane Fife. Tune in for all that and so much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a freshman season of battling illness and the depth chart, Top 80 & 4 star recruit Logan Duncomb is ready to show Hoosier nation why he was such a big get for our program. Literally. He’s 6’10” and swelled up to a rock solid 245 lbs!No frills, Logan is as unique a personality as he is a talent. While no longer rocking the ‘stache he’s still got that 7’4” wingspan and a motor that never stops. Combine that with his championship pedigree and having spent the last year taking on the likes of Trayce Jackson-Davis and Race Thompson, we can’t wait to see Logan taking the court and the Big Ten by storm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics are delighted to welcome not one but two Hoosier stars to the show!First up is country music star Clayton Anderson! As a kid he grew up idolizing Damon Bailey and arrived in Bloomington just in time to see IU reach the 2002 title game, and he stayed long enough to become the biggest music act in town. Clayton has since continued to build a devout following, and has just released his most personal album to date, Made in the USA, now available everywhere!As if that wasn’t enough star power, next up is IU football stud defender Cam Jones! An unquestioned leader for Coach Tom Allen, Cam decided to return to IU for another season and all of Hoosier nation rejoiced. Since arriving from Memphis in the fall of 2018 his impact on the field and off can not be overstated, and the Hysterics are delighted and honored he has agreed to become the next Hoosier Hysterics NIL Collective Ambassador!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric and Ward hop on Twitter Spaces to talk recruitin’ with their fellow Hysterics.  IU Men’s Basketball recruitin’ to be specific, and how things are shaping up for Coach Woodson and his staff for the Class of ’23... and beyond!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trey Galloway is back! Back on the pod, and back on the court. After battling through yet another injury, Trey is near 100% health and raring to play hoops the only way he knows how… all out.This Hoosier heartthrob breaks down last season, the off-season, and what his expectations are for the much-hyped upcoming season. Along the way get to know Trey as not just a hard-nosed, aggressive, playmaking guard, but as a great human being who represents his family, his team, and Indiana University in a manner that makes us all beyond proud. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stud senior point guard Xavier Johnson joins the Hysterics to discuss his first year at Indiana, his tumultuous summer, and for a look ahead to the coming season full of sky-high Hoosier expectations.Always thoughtful, candid and humorous, X gives us his straight takes on what the team has been through and where it’s going, and how he’s helping lead our beloved program back to glory.Also, prepare to be shocked by which class X says is his least favorite since enrolling at IU.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric, Ward and their aching bodies recount last week’s Hoosier Fantasy Experience, including the Fantasy Basketball Camp, Fantasy Golf outing, Fan Fest, and Hoosier Women’s Youth Camp.Special guests include Coach Mike Woodson, Kenya Hunter, Brian Walsh and Jordan Hulls, along with players Trayce Jackson-Davis, Anthony Leal, Jordan Geronimo, Jalen Hood-Schifino, and Malik Reneau.Tune in to hear what was truly a dream come true for any Indiana basketball fan!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lawrence Frank went from getting cut four straight years from his high school basketball team to being a head coach in the NBA, to winning the 2020 NBA Executive of the Year with the Los Angeles Clippers. His entire journey is epic and inspiring, but for this week’s pod the Hysterics dive deep with “L. Frank” on his time as a manager for the Indiana Hoosiers under Robert Montgomery Knight from 1988 - 1992.Lawrence Frank is one of the great success stories in all of basketball, and to hear him speak about his time with The General and such Indiana greats as Jay Edwards, Calbert Cheaney, and Damon Bailey is an absolute delight. His modesty is only matched by his gut-busting humor, and this is one episode every Hoosier fan is sure to not only enjoy, but truly appreciate and remember. For your chance to win go towww.goteinbites.com/iu-fan-fest-22www.HoosierFantasyExperience.comwww.CommunityCars.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IU stars Trayce Jackson-Davis, Xavier Johnson, Jordan Geronimo & Tamar Bates hop on to discuss the upcoming Hoosier Fan Fest & Fantasy Basketball Camp.The fun and engaging teammates talk about how much they are looking forward to meeting the Hoosier faithful, and also talk some smack about which teammate they most want to dunk on. The joyful banter and chemistry amongst them is undeniable and very promising.As a bonus, we get their first-hand take on how the team came together over the summer, and how excited they are to give those ain attendance a sneak peak of their play during the live-action portion of the Fan Fest.Visit www.hoosierfantasyexperience.com to see how you can join the fun!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just because the current IU players are on break doesn’t mean a vacation for the coaching staff. Hard at work lining up & hosting official visits with top-flight recruits from around the country, our coaches are toiling away to secure the program’s near and distant future.Eric & Ward go live on Twitter Spaces to discuss current recruiting targets, recent hits and misses, the transfer portal, and what to make of the Woodson era thus far with their fellow Hoosier fanatics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jalen Hood-Schifino is back! This time as an actual, official, on campus, and in the gym Hoosier, not to mention now as an official Hoosier Hysterics Ambassador.Fino breaks down how college life is going and gives us the skinny what he and his teammates have been up to during the summer, on and off the court. Mature beyond his years, this freshman never fails to impress with his confidence and charisma. Now we just can’t wait to see him on the court!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Which 4 legendary Hoosier players deserve to have their faces etched in stone above all the rest?? So many outstanding players stretching back over so many glorious teams, how to even begin the process?The Hysterics dive deep into which players they considered and why, and then at last reveal which quartet made each of their final cuts. Then, in order to have an opinion that actually matters, a special surprise guest joins in to round out the triumvirate of takes.Who do YOU think belongs in the final four of all-time Indiana players? Tweet your votes @hoosierhystrcs #HoosierRushmore or join the dedicated Peegs Message Board Thread.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Pegram ushered Hoosier fans into the internet age by creating the first, and still the very best, online IU community. Peegs.com quickly became the place in which the faithful gathered to read top-notch reporting on Indiana sports, gaining access and insight like never before.And if it wasn't for Mike Pegram and Peegs.com there is a very good chance you never would have heard this podcast. Whether that's a good or a bad thing is up to you to decide, but regardless this man has given us all so much, including this funny and introspective "exit interview" as he retires from running our favorite website to devote himself full time to his new passion... pickleball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon McGlocklin is so legendary he has not one, but two nicknames… Jonny Mac and Mr. Buck.Jonny Mac grew up in Franklin, Indiana a fan of the Hurryin’ Hoosiers and spurned all others suitors to join fellow sought-after recruits, Tom and Dick Van Arsdale, to play for Branch McCracken. All three went on to put up prodigious numbers at IU, all three went on to be drafted, and all three went on to become NBA All-Stars.Jonny Mac was not only an All-Star, but started alongside Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson on one of the greatest basketball teams ever assembled, the 1971 NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks. After retirement he joined the Bucks broadcast team as color commentator, a job he held for an astonishing 45 years.His greatest accomplishment, however, is off the court. This real-life Hoosier hero has raised almost 80 million dollars to fight childhood cancer with his remarkable Macc Fund https://maccfund.org/donation/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back with his brand new shiny title of Associate Head Coach is the one and only Yasir Rosemond.Coach Ya brings it as he always does, reflecting on the lessons of last season, and discussing how the team and individual players are developing during summer workouts.  Coach Woody, Trayce’s return, the top 10 recruiting class that just arrived, and even the impact of NIL, are all part of this fun and informative conversation with our good buddy Coach Ya.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana University President Dr. Pamela Whitten bravely joins the Hysterics for an in-depth and wide-ranging conversation on all things IU.  This discussion with our fearless leader includes everything from the wild new world of NIL, to the transfer portal, to the waning power of the NCAA and the future of Power 5 sports. Beyond athletics we delve into such topics as rising tuition fees, and which university does, in fact, reside in the greatest college town on Earth. (Hint: You’ll like her answer.)Tune in to get to know Dr. Whitten… our incredibly accomplished, sports-loving, and good-humored 19th president!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Miller Kopp drops in for a deep dive on last season, the off-season, and of course next season.  A young man of great maturity and many talents, Miller provides his thoughtful, earnest, and often humorous point of view on his team and his life as an Indiana basketball player.Tune in and hear once again a Hoosier who makes us all proud on and off of Branch McCracken Court!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric and Ward are bursting with pride and excitement to welcome the latest official Hoosier Hysterics NIL Collective Ambassador, five-star freshman Malik Reneau!This young man is as friendly and joyful as he is talented and skilled, and will no doubt be a wonderful representative for not only the Hysterics Collective, but for all of Indiana University.  Head to HHNIL.COM to learn how you can help the Hoosier cause!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IU play-by-play legend Don Fischer is back with more insight, more stories and more funny! We dive right into Fisch's annual optimistic outlook for next season’s squad, and then jump into the time machine and fly back to the mid-70’s when he first realized true greatness had arrived in Assembly Hall. When it comes to talking about the Indiana Hoosiers, nobody does it better than Fisch!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TJD is back and all of Hoosier Nation is losing its collective mind!!!Everybody’s All-American Trayce Jackson-Davis will not enter the NBA Draft this year, and instead return to Bloomington, bringing with him sky-high expectations and downright delirium for Indiana fans everywhere.In his first interview since this earth-shaking announcement, Trayce gets into everything everybody wants to know about the momentous decision. This incredible hour-long conversation reveals not only a player hellbent on bringing IU back to greatness, but a young man who has blossomed into the kind of leader our program needs and loves.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yet another prodigal son shall soon return!This time it's Bloomington's very own hometown hero, Jordan Hulls. The 2009 Mr. Basketball brought IU back from depths of despair to national prominence with a Big Ten title, a #1 ranking, and a #1 seed his senior year.Now, after almost a decade of shooting the lights out of the pro leagues in Europe, Jordy is finally coming back to where he truly belongs as the Team & Recruiting Coordinator for our beloved Hoosiers.It's hard to tell who is more excited about this reunion... Jordy, all of Hoosier nation, or the special surprise guest who shows up to welcome his former teammate home!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IU assistant coach and recruiter extraordinaire Kenya Hunter is back with some juicy insights for the Indiana faithful. Coach Kenya goes player-by-player to examine what each Hoosier has been working on since the season concluded, and what to expect from the entire roster moving forward, including all four incoming freshmen.  This is the offseason red meat you’ve been craving, so hit play and chow down!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics are absolutely over the moon to be joined by Mike Woodson for his first interview since the end of his first season as IU's head coach.Woody dives deep on the rollercoaster ride that was the last year... from retaining key players, to developing them, to suspending them, to finally getting them on a run that landed Indiana back in the big dance. He discusses letting Dane Fife go, promoting Brian Walsh, and shares his thoughts on all the incoming freshmen, including 5 star commits Jalen Hood-Schifino & Malik Reneau.Our charismatic, thoughtful, funny and passionate leader gets into all that and so much more. This is one conversation with Coach Woody no Hoosier fan will want to miss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics head back to heaven during Little 5 week for a series of excruciating football workouts and another incredible conversation with IUFB Coach Tom Allen. In agony but undaunted, they even stuck around for Saturday and hobbled into the legendary Little 5 bike race. And don't worry... before, between and after all that, Eric and Ward still managed to smoke and eat their brains out, all the while having madcap adventures in and around our beloved Indiana University. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Malik Reneau is bringing his talents to Indiana University and Hoosier nation has gone beserk! Courted by Kenya Hunter and fellow 5-star Mountverde Academy stud Jalen Hood-Schifino, the 6'8" back-to-the-basket Reneau is Mike Woodson's 3rd top 30 recruit in his first calendar year as head coach. Those two, along with CJ Gunn and Kaleb Banks, currently gives IU the 5th best recruiting class in the country and the best in all the Big Ten for 2022.After listening in to some of the euphoric Hysterics Twitter Spaces that went live moments after the monumental announcement, stick around to learn all about Malik, and what his commitment means, by hearing from the wisest recruiting guru in all the universe, Peegs.com senior writer DJ Jazzy Jeff Rabjohns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bloomington’s own Mr. Basketball, the one and only Anthony Leal, returns to the podcast to discuss the season that was! He reflects on how he and the team dealt with a rollercoaster of a ride over the last year… from changing head coaches, to beating Purdue, to player suspensions and a 5 game losing skid, to the best postseason IU has had in a long time.As always, Anthony is funny, impressive, and absolutely inspiring to anybody out there trying to do things the right way. Listen in and swell with pride knowing he is the ultimate Indiana Hoosier!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CJ Gunn is blazing his way to Bloomington this summer and Hoosier fans have much cause for excitement.  A 6’6 shooting guard out of Indianapolis, Gunn has the IU faithful chomping at the bit for his ability to score at all 3 levels, including knocking down over 37% of his three pointers in his final season. As a senior at Lawrence North he averaged over 23 points and 5 boards game and was named one of five finalists for Indiana’s Mr. Basketball, despite missing a big chunk of the season due to injury.  Beyond the court, it is clear that Indiana has found yet another impressive, engaging and dedicated young man ready to don the candy stripes and fill us all with Hoosier pride. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Brian Walsh been working tirelessly behind the scenes for the past 5 years under both Archie Miller and Mike Woodson, he has never failed to make a strong impression to those in and around the program. Over two regimes he has kept the train on the tracks and been vital in the management and organization of both the team and recruiting. Simply put, over the last 5 seasons Indiana's new assistant coach has been absolutely invaluable.So tune in and get to know B-Walsh... a brand new father and former Pennsylvania Gatorade Player of the Year who went from playing Division 1 basketball to now coaching it, at none other than your very own Indiana University. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The season is sadly over, but there is still oh so much to discuss! Eric & Ward recount their madcap adventures from Dayton to Portland before being joined by fan favorite & breakout sophomore Jordan Geromino.Jordan discusses his development, the team’s chemistry, Coach Woodson’s teachings, and just about everything else that contributed to the best post-season the Hoosiers have had in over half a decade. And, of course, Jordan discusses his future at IU and all the factors to be considered in that nail-biting decision.Finally the Hysterics welcome Hoosier heroes and media darlings Cassidy Cerny and Nathan Paris, the brave and resourceful IU cheerleaders who not only saved a basketball, but gave Indiana fans at least one shining moment against St. Mary’s. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An odyssey of Homeric proportions, join the Hysterics on Hoosier nation’s quest for glory spanning the entire Big Ten Tourney and Selection Sunday. Hear all the halftime, post-game, and selection reactions of not just Eric & Ward, but those of Jared Jeffries, Collin Hartman, Jeff Rabjohns, and dozens of IU fans from all over and everywhere. Hell, they even let a Boiler in the form of the Big Ten Network's Raphael Davis join in the mix!So tune in and relive the unforgettable journey that was for Indiana fans everywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The regular season is mercifully over and the Big Ten tourney quickly approaches, along with Indiana’s last chance to battle their way into the Big Dance. But rather than just bitch and moan about the current season, the Hysterics turn to the eternally bright Hoosier future and chat it up with 2022 IU commit Kaleb Banks. Now a solid 6’9” with a 7’2” wingspan, Banks is a 4-star talent out of Georgia whose skill, athleticism and yes… his robust three-point shooting percentage… has Eric, Ward and Hysterics everywhere wildly optimistic about next season and beyond. Tune in to get to know Kaleb, Zooming in straight from his mother's algebra classroom!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over the past year few folks have irked the Hoosier faithful more than one of the biggest names in college hoops reporting, the notorious Jeff Goodman. So why not have him on the show?? Jeff readily accepted the Hysterics invitation and plunged into enemy territory ready for battle. And yes, there is sparring to be had, but there is also no shortage of good stories, belly laughs and a whole lot of common ground.  Finally, Jeff totally redeems himself by embracing and celebrating his own daughter’s brilliant decision to enroll at Indiana University and become a bonafide Hoosier in the fall of 2022!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The absolutely legendary Don Fischer is this week's very special guest in honor of this, the premiere Hysterics episode on the The Varsity Podcast Network.As the honored and cherished play-by-play man for Indiana University football & basketball over the last 49 years, Fisch and his iconic voice are forever woven into the very fabric of Hoosier sports. Whenever we remember or revisit any of the great moments of the last five decades... or really any moment at all... Fisch's voice is always there brilliantly describing the action while channeling Hoosier nation's joys & frustrations.Having Fisch on the show is a total dream come true for Eric & Ward, so please listen in and learn from the man himself about how he got started in the radio biz, how he landed the IU gig, and of course, how things went down the first time he met Coach Knight.And oh yeah, before Fisch shows up, Hysterics fave Jared Jeffries hops on from his local Outback Steakhouse to try to make the Hysterics feel better about the current 5 game losing skid, but in this he utterly fails.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics kick it old school with Eric and Ward having a one-on-one anger-fest about the suspension of five players by Coach Woodson for last night's critical road game at Northwestern. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oooooweeee at long last our favorite BBQ big man has arrived! George Leach is the gentle giant with a heart of gold and a major funny bone, who left his childhood home in North Carolina to play for Indiana and learn what basketball was really all about.Despite an unexpected redshirt year and the devastating dismissal of Coach Knight, George and his teammates rallied together and took Hoosier nation on one of the most unexpected and exhilarating runs to the championship game in the history of March Madness.After graduating IU and having a wildly successful hoops career overseas, George and his towering twin, Jeff Newton, returned to their southern roots and set up shop with Ooowee BBQ… the most delicious food that anybody has ever eaten anywhere in the history of the world.So grab some napkins, hit play and dig in!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forget Michigan! Instead relive all the glory of our epic win over Turdue with an incredible array of fabulous Hoosier guests. Tune in to hear the the first-hand experience and reactions of:Tanika Phinisee, proud momma and #1 fan of the game’s hero, Big Shot Rob! Gabe Cupps, high school star and future IU point guard, who sat alongside the most sought-after Finnish recruit in hoops history, Miro Little, and witnessed just how hard Assembly Hall can get rocking.Coach Yasir Rosemond, who not only had the scout before the game, and the fancy footwork after the game, but was actually in a barbershop getting his haircut during our conversation.Brian Evans, IU legend and controversial on-air personality, who was far too pleased with the huge win to rain on anybody’s parade this time around.And yes, even two of the infamous Goons… Steve & Cliff… flew in from New York to witness the righteous Boiler beatdown and graciously joined us to recount their journey with whatever voices they had left. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.