The Hoosier Hysterics Podcast

This week we play that awful, foul, wretched excuse for a program from the armpit of Indiana, West Lafayette. There is no better way to get pumped up for the showdown in B-town than by talking with four IU legends ... Collin Hartman, Steve Green, Angelo Pizzo & Jared Jeffries.. about their takes on this bitter rivalry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Armond “Money” Hill grew up hooping on the legendary playgrounds of NYC, earning his way into the hallowed halls of Princeton where he won Ivy League MVP and an NIT Title under iconic Coach Pete Carril.A top-ten draft pick, Coach Hill played 8 seasons in the NBA for the likes of Hubie Brown, Lenny Wilkens and Don Nelson before he himself turned to coaching. After 18 years in the prep and collegiate ranks, including 8 years as the head coach of Columbia, Hill broke into the NBA under Terry Stotts in Atlanta. A year later Doc Rivers brought Hill on as an assistant coach in Boston where they won an NBA championship in 2008 before moving on for a seven-year run with the Clippers. Hill has coached such greats as Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, Kawhi Leonard, Blake Griffin and yes even Chris Paul, who gave Coach Hill his incredible nickname… MONEY.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The new year is off to a Hysterical start as two of our all-time faves are back!The greatest head coach in Indiana Women’s Basketball history, Teri Moren, pops in to talk about that mega-colossal win over Maryland, and how she and her #6 ranked Hoosiers are rolling into the heart of the Big Ten season. Representing the men’s side is none other than IU legend & NBA talent guru, Jared Jeffries, offering his professional and illuminating take on the first 13 games of the Coach Woodson era. Also, it's Jared Jeffries, so there is no shortage of silliness.Enjoy!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step aside Clark, the Griswolds ain't got nuthin' on the Pankowski fam as they invade Indiana for the holiday season. Eric and his three kiddos start off in Indy to watch the Hoosiers beatdown the Irish, only to cap off the day watching Straight No Chaser live in concert. They then make their way to Bloomington and meet up with Eric's parents, thus exceeding the legal limit for Pankowskis in any one city or township. Regardless the good times roll on as the IU men and women's teams go undefeated for the week, tons of great pizza and ice cream is consumed, and the kiddos get to meet the players, the coaches, and yes.... even the one and only Robert Montgomery Knight!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coach Ya subs back into the pod with a quarterly report on your beloved IU Men’s Basketball squad. Everything and anything is up for discussion includingTrayce’s leadership, Lander’s development, the unified nature of this year’s team, how early losses to Syracuse & Wisconsin can help the Hoosiers win down the road, and even what to expect from next year’s recruits, including Jalen Hood-Schifino. The charismatic Coach Ya gives his candid, insightful and entertaining takes on all this and much, much more, so tune in to get the good stuff! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roommates at IU with Larry Bird before Larry Bird hitchhiked back to French Lick? Check.Photographed with Coach Knight yanking on his jersey, thus sparking the first international incident of Coach Knight's career? Check.After Bobby Wilkerson was knocked out, calmly stepped in and helped lead the Hoosiers to the best half of hoops Coach Knight ever witnessed, thus winning the 1976 NCAA Championship and preserving the last undefeated season in college basketball history? Check.Thoughts on his former teammate, Mike Woodson, now leading the Indiana Hoosiers? Check.So yeah... Jim Wisman is truly the stuff of legend. Listen in to hear about all of that and so much more from this remarkable Hoosier hero.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Evans brings his strong opinions and searing wit back onto the pod, all the while donating a Keurig machine to Goodwill and witnessing his favorite local eatery engulfed in flames. The 1996 Big Ten Player of Year and sleep apnea visionary, Brian first discovers that Eric finally shaved his beard, and then pulls no punches with his early impressions of the 2021-22 edition of our beloved Indiana Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Hoosiers we have so much for which to be thankful. This week Eric & Ward discuss their love & appreciation for everything IU, and are oh so grateful to be joined by not one but two Indiana legends… Michael Lewis and Fred Glass. Don’t you dare miss this, a very special Thanksgiving edition of the Hoosier Hysterics! podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meet the newest members of our Hoosier family... the Cupps! Betsy and Brook are clearly doing something right. In Gabe they're raising a fun, engaging and uber-competitive son who not only has mad skills and a winner's mindset, but also has the refined taste and vast intelligence to select Indiana University as his college of choice.Learn all about their family dynamics, how they embrace being weird, and what it meant to Gabe to win the state championship with his dad as coach. You'll find out why Gabe can casually hit up Lebron Freaking James to get insight on Coach Woodson. Hear Brook's take on his son's game and how they're working with the IU staff to best prepare Gabe to hit the court running once he arrives in Bloomington. And on and on and on!And oh yeah, before the Cupps join the fray, the Hysterics! breakdown the glorious defeat of St. John's last night in the first true test of the Coach Woodson era.This is the good stuff, people!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rabby calls in from life on the road, serving up the tasty morsels we all greedily gobble up as the Hoosier holiday season draws near. To begin, our appetizer features recruiting news, as Rabby drives back from Centerville, Ohio after attending the practice of one Mr. Gabe Cupps. This yummy dish is something for which we can all be very thankful.Next, the main course features an assortment of red meat on how the IU men have played thus far, individually and as a team, and what to expect in their upcoming battle against St. John’s. We then sample something terribly bitter as DJ Jazzy Jeff breaks down the utter collapse of the Hoosier football season and what it means for the future. You’ll want a palate cleanser after that one.Finally, our dessert ends things on a delightful note, discussing the women’s basketball team, now ranked the highest in the program history at #4 after thrashing that wretched school from down south.Grab your fork, loosen your belt and get ready for some delicious!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric & Ward trek back to Bloomington for not one but two big time events... the first ever Hoosier Fan Fest, and the first ever game of the Mike Woodson era. And despite their attendance, both events chalked up a win for all of Hoosier nation!Tune in to hear all about the happenings from their tired, cigar-choked voices, recorded atop The Graduate Hotel from the beautiful Jack & Diane Terrace. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Khristian Lander was a high school phenom out of Evansville. The nation's top point guard in his class, he was destined to become a McDonald's All-American and leading contender for Mr. Basketball his senior year. Instead, he reclassified and committed to play for Archie Miller at IU.Arriving in Bloomington as a 17-year-old freshman, things couldn't have gone much worse for Khristian, the entire Hoosier program, or for a world thrown headlong into a pandemic. He struggled for playing time, and when he did make it onto the court things usually didn't go well. Simply put, Khristian lost his confidence.After the season ended and Coach Miller was let go, Khristian was ready for a fresh start and entered his name into the transfer portal. But then Mike Woodson came to town. Khristian soon recommitted to the Hoosiers. In doing so he has rediscovered joy in playing the game and has once again found his swagger. This year looks to be way more fun for everybody.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When a kid is this special... and there is no doubt Jakai Newton is just that... it's only right his parents share in the spotlight. Even when he was just a baby, Bettina and Brandon knew their son possessed extraordinary athleticism, but as he grew so too did the list of Jakai's prodigious talents and passions. As a student, artist, volunteer and even entrepreneur, he excelled at whatever gained the attention of his laser focus.And now, to the great fortune of all Indiana basketball fans, Jakai has firmly set his sights on the hardwood and will arrive at IU in 2023. And oh yes, this exceptional young man is bringing his plus-6 wingspan, defensive tenacity and ferocious dunks with him. Hallelujah!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ali Patberg was born to hoop. With her father Ron as coach, she led Columbus North High School to its first-ever Class 4A state championship her senior year en route to being named 2015 Indiana Miss Basketball, Gatorade Indiana High School Player of the Year, and USA Today All-USA Indiana Player of the year. And oh yeah, she also won a GOLD MEDAL with the 2015 Under-19 USA National Team.Honoring her early commitment to Notre Dame, Ali was sidelined with an injury as a freshman and after her sophomore season decided to at last attend the school she grew up cheering for, Indiana University. Forced to missed yet another season due to the old transfer rules, Ali gained invaluable experience going head-to-head with Tyra Buss in practice and cheering on her teammates to a WNIT title in front of a packed Assembly Hall crowd. When she finally took the floor as a Hoosier her impact was immediate and colossal. Under the guidance of Coach More, in the past two years Ali and her talented teammates, notably Grace Berger and Mackenzie Holmes, have taken IUWBB to the cusp of a Big Ten title and Final Four birth.Now coming back for her remarkable 7th year of college, Ali is putting in the work to take care of what she deems “unfinished business,” and you better believe it will be thrilling for all of Hoosier nation to witness.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coached by his legendary father in Ft. Wayne and then Marion, James Blackmon, Jr. battled back from a knee injury in high school to finish as one of the most prolific scorers the state has ever seen. After an early commitment to IU, he de-committed and sent Hoosier nation into frenzied panic. Then, much to all our relief, he once and for all decided to play for his home-state school. And did he ever. “Jimmy Buckets” hit the ground running as a freshman lighting up the conference and putting the country on notice, only to suffer a season-ending knee-injury his sophomore year. Refusing to feel sorry for himself, he attacked his rehab and cheered on his teammates as they went on to win Indiana’s last Big Ten title. His junior year the team was loaded, and after top-5 wins over Kansas and then UNC, seemed poised for a Final Four run, only to see James lose more games to injury, and have O.G. Anunoby go down & out for the year. It was a disappointing end for one of the best shooters Bloomington has ever seen.Though the ups and downs of James Blackmon Jr.’s IU career were many, he was and continues to be a player, and a human being, the whole state of Indiana can be proud to call one of its own. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackenzie Holmes grew up in the gym, thanks to not just one but two parents that coached the game she was born to play. Speaking of two, “Mack” would lead her high school team to back-to-back state championships and go on to win 2019 Maine Gatorade Player of the Year.Mack never imagined she would attend school so far from her hoops-crazed hometown and family, but after a fateful encounter with IUWBB Associate Head Coach Rhett Wierzba, she fell in love with Indiana and everything Coach Teri Moren and her program had to offer.Since then individual accolades have poured in… Big Ten All-Freshman Team, Academic All-Big Ten, All-Big Ten Defensive Team, All-Big Ten First Team, NCAA All-Regional Team and now Indiana's first AP All-American Honorable Mention. More importantly to Mack, she and her teammates have taken IUWBB to a level never before seen, last season just being one win away from both a Big Ten title and a Final Four birth, reaching the first Elite 8 in program history in last year's electrifying NCAA run. And they ain't done yet!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hysterics Hindsight has been a new edition to the Hysterics brand as they host a live and interactive chat session on Twitter and you never know who is going to show up. In this lively episode, IU Men's Assistant Coach and recruiting superstar jumps on and finds it hard to jump off! Freddie McSwain Jr. pops in and a whole lot more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before escaping Alcatraz or dedicating his career to advancing healthcare for your schnauzer, Steve Eyl left his hometown of Hamilton, Ohio and became an Indiana Hoosier. Arriving in the wake of Coach Knight and Steve Alford's gold medal run in the '84 Olympics, expectations couldn't have been higher, nor the results more disappointing his freshman year. But after a trip around the world and a season on the brink, the two Steves and their legendary teammates brought home a Big Ten title and IU's 5th national championship. Tune in to hear fascinating insights and hilarious anecdotes told by yet another intelligent, fun, and successful Hoosier, Steve Eyl.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric & Ward head back to Bloomington for good times, great food, wonderful people and three disastrous sporting events. While many argue their very presence is to blame for IU’s athletic woes over the weekend, it didn’t stop them from enjoying everything else the world’s greatest city had to offer. Except for the unrelenting hellish heat. They didn't like that part. Tune in to hear all about it, with special guest appearances from Teri Moren, Miller Kopp, Michael Durr, Tamar Bates, Trey Galloway, Anthony Leal and Great Dane Fife! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hailing from beautiful Pasadena in sunny southern California, Richard Mandeville grew up a USC fan and almost wound up a Wildcat playing for Lute Olson. Ultimately, however, he just couldn't say no to Coach Knight and everything Bloomington had to offer. He even grew to love the frigid winters! Richard battled for five years alongside such Hoosier legends as Damon Bailey, Alan Henderson, Brian Evans, AJ Guyton and Michael Lewis, always ready to set a screen, grab a board, or knock down an open look. It wasn't an easy five years for the towering big or the IU program, but Richard refused to quit and by the end this California kid became a proud Hoosier for life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coach Mike Woodson is back, not just on the pod, but way more importantly he's back in Bloomington as the head coach of our beloved Hoosiers!And so many wonderful things have happened since his return, leading to arguably the most dramatic mood swing in the history of IU's fervent fanbase. From retaining key players and staff, to landing sought after studs in the portal and on the recruiting trail, to waxing a professional team twice in international waters, to reuniting a fragmented program after two depressing decades, there is no doubt good times are here again!Hearing Coach Woodson speak about all this and more, it's easy to understand why joy and confidence has returned to the men's basketball program right along with him... the ultimate prodigal son.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Come one and come all to hear from the latest member of our Hoosier fam... a Five-Star, 6'4" point-guard from powerhouse prep school Montverde Academy... Jalen Hood-Schifino!!!And if you thought you couldn't get anymore excited about our coaching staff's latest coup, just wait until you get to know this absolutely outstanding young man with an old soul. He's cool, confident, focused, mature, good-humored, and has more nicknames than you can shake a stick at. Whether you call him Fino, J-Boogie or our personal favorite, Pungy, after listening to this you'll be that much more overjoyed to know he's arriving in Bloomington next fall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's episode breaks ground on two exciting fronts! Early on Brandon Straub joins the show, whose generous donation to the Hoosier Hysterics! NIL Collective had landed him the dubious honor of being the first ever "Hysteric! of the Week." And while being on the show with Eric & Ward is hardly a prize, Brandon did get to come back later in the episode and chop it up with the first ever current IU player to appear on the pod, Race Thompson! Few players have endured the hardships Race has faced since arriving in Bloomington. From redshirting his freshman year, to suffering a brutal concussion, to missing out on the NCAA tourney due to a frigging pandemic, to watching his head coach get fired, the hits have just kept coming. Fortunately, Race is tough as nails and mature beyond his years. He has not just survived, but thrived with his hardhat play and team first mindset, becoming a leader on the court and in his community. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric, Holly, and Board Ward all happily left Los Angeles together, embarking to the Caribbean for every Hoosier's dream vacation. But for one of them... the dream became a nightmare.Surprisingly it wasn't Holly, who thrived in the island sun, chaperoning Eric as he ran amok, starting pep rallies and stalking anyone wearing cream or crimson. The coaches, players, their families, and even fellow fans... no one was safe. Especially Board Ward, who went on to meet with a mysterious and grisly fate.Coach Woodson and his basketball team fared much better, and we have the game footage to prove it! In what is certain to irk the Big Ten powers that be, step right up and get yourself an eyeful of our boys playing honest-to-goodness basketball. Witness for yourself... IF you are Peegs Premium Member... why Indiana's back-to-back beat downs of Serbia's BC Mega has all of Hoosier nation abuzz!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Crean returns, proving that after nine seasons at IU his tolerance for insane Hoosier fans remains incredibly high. More importantly, he provides his open and honest perspective on the post-Cody & Vic years. Fascinating details abound. Coach Crean shares insight on how he helps his players' stock, right up until their name is called on draft night. He speaks to how Yogi became the unquestioned leader of his 2nd Big Ten Championship team, and about the meteoric rise of O.G. and Juwan. We learn about the super cool Leopard offense that took down UK in the tourney, and better understand the tragic events on Halloween night that led to Devin Davis nearly losing his life.Most importantly, get answers you've always wanted to burning questions such as: What really happened during the Kyrie Irvie in-home visit? And what the hell was in that green liquid he drank on the sidelines?All this and more on another can't miss episode of The Hoosier Hysterics! 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 sure how this happened either. What was meant to be a singular conversation with everybody's favorite spice bomb, Coach Kenya Hunter, suddenly gave way to a 4x100 relay of the IU men’s basketball staff appearing on the podcast.After a great start with Kenya, he smoothly handed off the Hysterics baton to Coach Ya, who during a lively discussion informed us Kenya had, in fact, left the office and was getting in a work out. What??Eventually Coach Ya had to depart and we were left all alone, on a Zoom, staring at Kenya’s empty chair. Before long the unsuspecting Director of Operations Benny Sander, and the Team & Recruiting Coordinator Brian Walsh, wandered into the office. Wise as he is, Benny insulted us and quickly left, but Walsh took pity and hung around to talk shop. Ultimately, however, he had to get on with his life, too. Fortunately, this IS our life, so we decided to stick around, wondering what might happen next. Maybe Kenya would finally return? Perhaps Dane will make a last second and overall disappointing appearance? Possibly both of those things??Suffice to say, this madness resulted in not only a one-of-a-kind episode, but one jam-packed with first-hand insight to the seriously good vibes coming out of the IU basketball program under Coach Mike Woodson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Uninvited, unprepared, and totally unashamed, Eric & Ward fly back to Indiana in this buddy road trip edition of Hoosier Hysterics!Whether being booted off the West Baden grounds after crashing the IUMBB reunion, or being physically destroyed by the IUWBB staff, their pain is your pleasure. And when Cliff Marshall destroys them further, it only gets better.Special guest appearances by Tom Allen, Teri Moren, Dane Fife and more, as the boys recount a joyous and often humiliating journey back to the greatest place on Earth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grace Berger is one of the most accomplished players to ever lace them up for the Indiana University Women's Basketball Team, and she isn't done yet.After a quiet freshman season she exploded onto the scene as a sophomore, routinely stuffing the stat line, winning Big Ten Player of the Week and being named to the All-Big Ten First Team. As a junior she made another seismic jump, averaging 15.4 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists while leading the nation in triple-doubles (3), being named to the All-Big Ten First Team, was on the Cheryl Miller Award Top 10 watchlist, and was an All-American Honorable Mention.And of course then there is the fact she was a shining star who helped lead the Hoosiers to an upset of #1 seed NC State in the Sweet Sixteen on their way to the Elite Eight for the first time in program history.Still want more?? Fine. Grace was then invited to play for Team USA where she made the AmeriCup Team and won a GOLD MEDAL for our country.How to top all that??? Well, Grace is back in Bloomington for her senior season preparing with her talented teammates and incredible Coach Moren to do something even greater yet... go to the Final Four and win a National Championship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this incredible conversation we get Coach Tom Crean’s take on the impact of N.I.L. on collegiate athletics, and then go back to hear how he fell in love with the game of basketball, thanks in no small part to Coach Knight and his undefeated 1976 team. From there we learn about his rise through the coaching ranks, and what it was like to marry into one of the great coaching families in all of sports, the Harbaughs. At last we get to Bloomington, where Coach Crean took the helm of an utterly annihilated IU basketball team, facing the biggest rebuild ever attempted by a blue blood college program. Undaunted after three years of intense struggle, in year four he delivered the greatest moment ever witnessed by an Assembly Hall crowd... the immortal Wat Shot. That watershed season ended with 3 wins over top 5 opponents and a thrilling run to the Sweet Sixteen, capped by Tom Crean being named ESPN National Coach of the Year.Finally we arrive at the 2012-13 season when Coach Crean brought Indiana all the way back with a beloved squad including Cody Zeller, Victor Oladipo, Yogi Ferrell, Jordan Hulls, Christian Watford, Will Sheehey and Derek Elston. Together they spent ten weeks as the #1 team in the country, winning the Hoosiers first outright Big Ten championship in 20 years and earning a #1 seed in the NCAA tourney.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No one knew when two lunatics set up shop in a dumpy California garage to do a IU podcast it would all lead to this... one of them running for Indiana University Board of Trustees.What a journey it's been, and to commemorate the occasion Eric & Ward kick it old school one-on-one style to talk the election, hoops and whatever else crosses their deranged minds. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Living Legend is back! And that’s not just some willy-nilly characterization, it became a cold hard fact when Angelo Pizzo was officially named a Living Legend by The Indiana Historical Society in 2011.Angelo picks up right where he left off during our last conversation, diving deeper into the making of Hoosiers and how it changed his life. This badass spent 6 months on the IndyCar circuit, took private military tours overseas to research Navy SEALs, and even wrote a sequel to Goodfellas for Martin Scorsese! And oh yeah, he ended up creating another classic film called Rudy that was recently named the greatest football movie of all-time. Amidst all this worldly success, our Hoosier hero left Hollywood and moved back home to raise his sons in the greatest city on earth, Bloomington. This man has a perspective on Indiana basketball like no other, and it is our great joy and privilege to present Angelo Pizzo - Part Two!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For it or against it,Hoosier fans must come to grips with the reality of Name, Image & Likeness rights for college athletes. It is upon us, and will be one of the most consequential changes in the history of the NCAA. CEO and co-founder of Opendorse, Blake Lawrence, brings knowledge and know-how to the pod, breaking down how his innovative company is working with IU and other universities across the country to take advantage of this brave new world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An Indianapolis high school phenom, Eric Gordon grew up wanting to play for IU. When Kelvin Sampson took charge in Bloomington it became a reality. Spurning Bruce Weber and Illinois, his time as a Hoosier began with controversy, only to end in more… the firing of his coach and the collapse of his team.But when Eric Gordon was on the court, few to don the Candy Stripes ever did it better. Paired with DJ White, the Hoosiers were a force to be reckoned with, starting the season at 17-1 and ranked in the top ten. They had all the makings of a Final Four team. Gordon dominated upon arrival, and didn’t even let a broken wrist derail his historic run, scoring an astounding 21 points a game on his way to winning Big Ten Freshman of the Year.Gordon's brief but brilliant college career ended when he was drafted 8th by the LA Clippers, and has been making us proud ever since. Winning 6th Man of the Year and the All Star 3-point contest, he's averaged over 16 points a game during a 13-year NBA run that is still going strong.Eric Gordon is one of the best basketball players to ever play for Indiana University. Period. Done. End of discussion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Imagine you’re a kid growing up steps from the IU campus, strolling inside The Fieldhouse to rebound for the likes of Archie Dees & Walt Bellamy. As an undergrad, you're in the crowd as Big George McGinnis and Steve Downing take the court. Later, after moving out to pursue your dreams in Hollywood, you decide at the last moment to attend the 1981 title game in Philly, and suddenly find yourself flying back to Bloomington with the team to celebrate. Still want more? Well, what if you then go ahead and write & produce the greatest sports movie of all-time, bouncing between Jack Nicholson, Gene Hackman and Burt Reynolds to play your leading man, and after it becomes an instant classic you are personally invited by Robert Montgomery Knight to travel on team road trips whenever you want? While this is pure, absurdist fantasy for we mere mortals, it is in fact the life & times of Angelo Pizzo. While many recognize him as the author of of the greatest sports movie of all-time, Hoosiers, few understand just how much of a Hoosier he really is... until now!And once you listen to what happened the night of the 1987 championship game, you will understand there is no one alive more dedicated to the Indiana Hoosiers than Angelo Pizzo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 2008 Fred Glass was hired as IU A.D. to salvage a dispirited athletic department reeling from the tragic loss of Terry Hoeppner and firing of Kelvin Sampson. Fred accomplished so much more than that, leading over a decade of astounding growth and unprecedented success, both athletically and academically, for all 24 teams representing his beloved alma mater. By the time he handed the reins to Scott Dolson, Fred had secured his legacy as one of the most important Hoosiers of our time, and thus the IU President's Medal of Excellence was bestowed upon him..And yet his achievements beyond Bloomington are equally impressive. At age 29 he was Chief of Staff for Indiana Governor Evan Bayh. Later he was instrumental in the building of Lucas Oil Stadium, thus ensuring the Colts would stay in Indianapolis. He then went on to help his hometown secure the Super Bowl in 2012, and it's place in the permanent rotation for hosting the NCAA Final Four. Honestly, it's far too much to sum up here, so you best pull up a seat and have yourself a listen to all things Fred Glass.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As if being the greatest running back in the history of the MAC wasn’t enough, Deland McCullough was only getting started. After injuries cut short his playing career, he soon found his professional calling. Blossoming as a running backs coach for his alma mater Miami (OH), he then joined Kevin Wilson’s staff in Bloomington, churning out the likes of Jordan Howard and Tevin Coleman. After a fateful internship with the Seattle Seahawks and a stop at USC, Deland then signed on with the Kansas City Chiefs and became nothing less than a Super Bowl champion. But none of that could compare to the best place in creation, Indiana University, and to all of Hoosier nation’s delight he has come back home, bringing his incredibly talented family with him. Along with 3 of his sons now committed to the Tom Allen’s program, he just help land USC transfer Stephen Carr, and is thus instrumental in getting the three highest rated football recruits in IU history.And oh yeah, he has the most unbelievable personal story you will ever hear ever. Literally, you won’t be able to believe it, but it’s 1000% true. No spoilers on that though, you just gotta listen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To leave Indiana University as a top-10 scorer in program history makes you a star. Graduating with more assists than anyone to ever play for IU makes you a legend. But to depart Bloomington having accomplished both of those feats… while winning two Big Ten titles… that makes you one of the absolute greatest Hoosiers of all-time. Toss in two Indiana high school championships from back in the day, plus just weeks ago inking a deal to play with the Los Angeles Clippers, and it should come as no surprise that the Hysterics are very, very, very excited to be speaking with Kevin “Yogi” Ferrell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The final piece of the IU coaching puzzle is at last in place as Assistant Coach Yasir Rosemond has climbed on board and wasted no time getting to work. Hear all about how he is not only recruiting new players, but how he and the staff are emphasizing fun and instilling confidence in a program that have hurt for both in recent seasons. Growing up in Georgia and dreaming of playing for Coach Knight, his road to Bloomington has been long, winding and yes, even controversial. But after finally hearing him speak at length, it's hard to deny Coach Ya is exactly where he's meant to be. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not one, but TWO brand-new Hoosiers visit the Hysterics to discuss joining ranks with the greatest basketball program of all-time. Tamar "Scoop" Bates is even more impressive as a person than he is playing ball, and believe you us that is saying something. His all-around greatness is due in no small part to his delightful mom, Lajasmia, who was kind enough to join in on our fun. But wait, there's more! Miller "Terminator" Kopp was dragged out of the gym by a team of wild horses to make his appearance. Miller proves yet again Coach Woodson and staff aren't just recruiting stone cold killers to his squad, but fantastic human beings to boot. If didn't think you couldn't get anymore excited about the new-look Hoosiers, think again!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Xavier Johnson is a complete and total bad ass, now bringing his scintillating game and alpha dog mentality to Bloomington. Still, the highly sought-after transfer is kind and generous enough to chat with two Hysteric dorks, both who are terrible at disguising how geeked they are about his arrival, and what it means for Coach Woodson's Indiana Hoosiers. Tune in to hear from "X" about his game, his mindset, and how he plans to bring IU back to the Big Dance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The prodigal son has returned. And with him, so too does the hope of countless Hoosiers everywhere. Reclaimed from the barren wastelands of East Lansing, this beloved member of Indiana’s last Final Four team now resides in Bloomington and the rest of college basketball is officially on notice. After several minutes of learning how to use his phone, Dane dives into his earthshaking decision and explains how he, Kenya and Coach Woodson will go about restoring IU back to its former and most righteous glory. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The good times roll on as Woody keeps two more key players at IU, and recruits another to come back home to coach. As if that weren't enough, in Final Four action Baylor humiliated Kelvin Sampson en route to assuring the 1976 Hoosiers remain the last unbeaten NCAA champs. For a special bonus, honorary Hysteric Brian Evans pops in to celebrate this Indiana winning streak, earning himself a makeshift Hysteric emoji. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

His teammate, his GM, his player, and his fellow coach. Four Hoosier legends join us to celebrate Mike Woodson's triumphant return to Indiana. First, a euphoric Landon Turner proudly shares why his old teammate is the perfect man to lead IU back to glory. Next, a giddy Glen Grunwald extols the virtues of Woody not just as his teammate, but as an NBA GM who hired him to be head coach of the storied Knicks franchise. Jared Jeffries then takes a brief hiatus from his eternal spring break to reflect on his time in New York playing under Coach Woodson. Finally, his fellow assistant at the Cavaliers, Keith Smart, displays incredible class and unity by showing up to praise and support his brother, despite being passed over for the dream job that ultimately went to Woody. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 120 years of Indiana basketball has there ever been a week this insane where absolutely nothing happened?? Sure, we all THOUGHT Brad was coming home, and what a fun ride that was until it all came crashing down. Never daunted, we quickly regrouped to lose our collective mind over Beard, Beilein, Matta, Muss,Woody, Calbert, Dane, Lewis and whoever else could maybe perhaps possibly be our next fearless leader. Fact is we still have no clue who it will actually be, so let's do the only thing we can... talk about it some more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Jay Bilas calls out the Indiana fanbase, the Hysterics answer. He's the preeminent voice in college basketball and even though we are the opposite of that, we just couldn't let his comments slide. Much to his credit, Jay immediately agreed to hop on the pod and discuss these points of contention, despite having no idea of the lunacy that awaited. Let the games begin! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wow. It happened. ARCHIE IS GONE. So who better to help make sense of it all than IU legend & UCLA assistant coach, Michael Lewis. His old teammate & Michigan State assistant coach, Dane Fife, was SUPPOSED to join us for some lively shit-talking prior to their showdown in the tourney, but Dane straight ghosted it us. Instead, we got extra quality time with Michael. He delves into how he is transitioning into the bubble, and how gross it will be to play in Mackey Arena. As the subject shifts to the head coaching vacancy in Bloomington, you'll hear just how much IU means to Michael, and what it should mean to any person leading our beloved Hoosiers program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not much has happened since Tom Allen first graced us with his presence, save him winning Big Ten Coach of the Year and AFCA National Coach of the Year by beating Penn State, Michigan State, Michigan and Wisconsin while leading his mighty Hoosiers to a Top 10 ranking and their 2nd consecutive New Year's Day bowl game for the first time in this history of our beloved university. Coincidentally, he just got a pay raise to the tune of 1 million more smackaroos per year. Other than that, it's been a pretty quiet 8 months for the most incredible man in the universe. Still, any exposure you can get to this man makes your life infinitely better, so why not give a listen? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The bitter war has drawn to a close and the terms of peace include our fiercest adversary, Brian Evans, returning to the pod. And boy is it good he's back. Gut-wrenching as the current state of Hoosier hoops is, somehow Brian Evans makes everything okay. Revel in this intimate peak into the life of an IU All-American as he drives home from yoga and sips on a gigantic Diet Coke, regaling us with tales & knowledge. From his time in the NBA and playing overseas, to how hard John Calipari lobbied him for the Indiana job TWICE, it just doesn't get any more fun than Brian Evans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jared Jeffries is way better than Brian Evans. Taller, nicer and never ever says he’ll be on our show and then totally ghosts us. But we’re not bitter at Brian Evans. He did us, and all of you, a big favor. Because we instead chatted with way better Jared Jeffries and now you get to hear his way better thoughts, on everything from the money-spending tendencies of his IU teammates to his time playing with Michael Jordan. Brian Evans never played with Michael Jordan. Enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No pair of players entered Bob Knight’s Hoosier program with more success, greater hype, or bigger expectations than Jay Edwards & Lyndon Jones. Fresh off 3-straight Indiana high school single-class championships and being named co-Mr. Basketball, the best friends known as “Silk & Smoke” were more than ready to take their winning ways to Bloomington. Arriving in the wake of the 1987 NCAA crown and Steve Alford’s departure, they soon battled their way into the starting lineup and forever claimed a place in Hoosier history with unforgettable buzzer-beating heroics, and an astonishing Big Ten title that no one could've predicated. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.