Podcasts about Assembly hall

On this episode, Alex Bozich is joined by Mark Alesia to preview a new documentary on legendary broadcaster and the voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer. Timeless: Don Fischer's Half-Century Broadcasting IU Sports premieres Thursday, August 27 at 7 p.m. ET at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall and will air on Friday, August 28 at 6:30 p.m. ET on WTIU. The screening at Assembly Hall is free and open to the public.More details on the documentary are available here: https://www.ipm.org/blog/2026-08-14/timeless-don-fischers-half-century-broadcasting-iu-sports-premieres-august-28-on-wtiuSupport Inside the Hall and Podcast on the Brink with a donation: https://www.insidethehall.com/recommends/donate-to-inside-the-hall/ Subscribe to Peacock to watch Indiana men's and women's basketball: https://www.insidethehall.com/recommends/peacock (affiliate link) Subscribe to B1G+ to watch Indiana men's and women's basketball: https://www.insidethehall.com/recommends/big-ten-plus/ (affiliate link) Buy IU basketball tickets at Vivid Seats: https://www.insidethehall.com/recommends/vivid-seats (affiliate link)

Galen Clavio launches the newly dubbed Bison Briefing on CrimsonCast with a live afternoon episode covering two major Indiana sports topics: the continuing NCAA eligibility mess and the release of Indiana basketball's non-conference schedule.Ryan Phillips joins Galen to break down the latest eligibility confusion involving Class of 2022 athletes, professional opportunities, and whether players who spent time around NFL teams should be able to return to college rosters. They discuss the SEC's statement, the Big Ten's proposed rule, the legal uncertainty around the Wisne case, and what all of this could mean for Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt as Indiana football gets closer to the season.The conversation also gets into the bigger structural problem: college sports keeps trying to operate without a stable, collectively bargained system. Galen and Ryan talk through why the NCAA's current rulemaking keeps leading to lawsuits, why basketball complicates the definition of “professional,” and why the next few weeks could remain messy for athletes trying to decide whether to enroll, practice, sue, or move on.The second half shifts to Indiana men's basketball, where the newly released non-conference schedule gives Darren DeVries and the Hoosiers a stronger slate than fans have seen in recent years. The schedule includes Syracuse, Kentucky, Arkansas, Missouri, UCF, Bellarmine, Fairleigh Dickinson, Bowling Green, and more.Galen and Ryan like the schedule from a basketball perspective: more name brands, more résumé opportunities, and a better mix of tests and tune-ups. But they also dig into the season-ticket holder issue, because many of the best games are away from Assembly Hall or on neutral floors. That leads to a larger conversation about IU basketball's atmosphere, rebuilding fan trust, and why winning is the only real way to make Assembly Hall feel like Assembly Hall again.

Indiana's summer debut gave fans their first extended look at Darren DeVries' latest roster build, and there was plenty to discuss after Team USA's exhibition win over Team Canada. Coach Tonsoni, Bob Moats, and special guest Andrew Garrison break down the newcomers, the freshmen, and the early signs of what this team could become—with the usual reminder that it's still only July. Why Marcus Burton immediately became a major topic of conversation.The freshmen who had Assembly Hall buzzing—and why fans are already taking notice.Early impressions of Indiana's size, athleticism, and roster construction.How Darren DeVries appears to be shaping the team's offensive identity.Which players flashed intriguing potential on both ends of the floor.Questions that still remain as the team continues building chemistry.What Indiana's upcoming trip to Peru could reveal about the Hoosiers moving forward.

Indiana University will represent Team USA in the FISU games in Lima, Peru later this summer. Team USA opens play on July 15th with an exhibition game with Team Canada at Assembly Hall. Hoosier Huddle looks at what fans should expect and what they are looking at with the Hoosiers despite a major piece not playing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The IU basketball team will play an exhibition at Assembly Hall before heading to Peru. Zach Osterman and Mike Niziolek discuss the latest open practice, roster roles, impact players and more. Chapters: 0:00: Intro 2:56: Open practice No. 2 6:35: Handling a roster built around two bigs 19:31: Who occupies what roles? 25:12: Markus Burton's importance 30:36: Shifting expectations 44:14: Summer exhibition SZN https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2026/07/01/indiana-basketball-trent-sisley-leader-roster-transfers-freshmen/90713572007/ Preorder "Unthinkable to Unstoppable" today: http://linktr.ee/unthinkabletounstoppable Get IndyStar's IU coverage sent directly to your inbox with our IU Insider newsletter: https://profile.indystar.com/newsletters/iu-insider/?ipid=NLsignupIU

CrimsonCast breaks down a summer IU sports news mix: Indiana basketball's exhibition game against North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the end of the Louis Moore eligibility saga, and OG Anunoby's unforgettable NBA Finals moment.Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield discuss why moving IU basketball events away from Assembly Hall keeps frustrating fans, how revenue sharing is reshaping athletic department decisions, and why winning still solves more problems than anything else. They also dig into the NCAA's failed appeal in the Louis Moore case, the broader issue of college sports rules running into the courts, and how Anunoby's Finals heroics fit into the history of Hoosiers in the NBA.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana, the Hoosiers, IU football, IU basketball, and the changing landscape of college sports.

Coming to you from Hawaii, Galen Clavio puts a bow on a wild April in IU sports and answers two big listener questions—one about college football, one about Indiana basketball. First, Galen reacts to the semi-viral Kirby Smart comments about why the Big Ten has won three straight national titles, and explains why “blue chip ratio” arguments don't tell the whole story anymore in the NIL/portal era. He breaks down why evaluation, development, and coaching innovation matter more than ever—and why Indiana's championship season is the ultimate counterexample to old assumptions. Then he shifts to basketball and the news that student seating at Assembly Hall is changing, with students moving into both end zones. Galen explains why that's a smart atmosphere play, how it can help IU re-create real home-court advantage, and why making Assembly Hall feel electric again will take both roster improvement and structural changes.

MSU swept the state of Indiana — ending a 12-year drought at Mackie and running through Assembly Hall without a lead change — and Grooch came back from paternity leave to make promises on his daughter's life about the team's national ranking. Kohler had his best game of the season at Indiana, Teng went off for 18 on six threes, and the dream is officially back on. The episode closed quietly: a skipped ad read and a tribute to a friend lost to a cycling accident.

Grace Ybarra and Galen Clavio talk through a brutal week for Indiana men's basketball, starting with the collapse and loss to Northwestern at Assembly Hall. It's a full therapy session: effort concerns, the offensive disappearance, rebounding issues, and the late no-call that capped a night IU fans won't forget. Then the mood shifts to the “happy things” segment: Indiana football's momentum keeps rolling as 2026 football season tickets sell out, and the Hoosiers send a program-record nine players to the NFL Combine—with plenty of love for Fernando Mendoza, Aiden Fisher, and the rest of the title-team stars. Plus: Team USA's gold medal win over Canada in hockey, and (of course) a quick Max Mendoza detour to close it out.

Hoosier hoops legends Kent Benson and Bobby Wilkerson are back on to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their fabled 1976 championship season under the one and only Coach Knight. Bobby and Kent reflect on being honored at Assembly Hall earlier this month with their teammates, what it has meant to be the last undefeated team in college basketball, and what it was like to watch this year's football team join them in eternal glory as undefeated national champions. And you simply can't miss hearing all about the fight that almost went down in their hotel lobby during their historic title run in '76!! All that and so much more from two of the greatest Hoosiers to ever don the candy stripes!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana demolished Oregon 92-74 behind Lamar Wilkerson's nuclear 41-point performance at Assembly Hall, moving to 17-8 overall and 8-6 in Big Ten play. After missing his first five shots and not scoring until seven minutes remained in the first half, Wilkerson erupted for 16 points to close the opening period and then added 25 in a second half where Indiana shot an absurd 81% from the field, finishing with a 1.8 points-per-possession output that erased any doubt about the final outcome.Andy Bottoms, Ryan Phillips, and Coach Bob Moats break down the offensive clinic and what it means moving forward:How Wilkerson became just the fifth Indiana player since George McGinnis to record multiple 40-point games in a season, now leading the Big Ten in conference scoring at 24.4 points per gameSam Alexis's continued emergence with another perfect shooting night (8-of-8) and dominant defensive performance against Nate Biddle, opening up the offense early when shots weren't fallingWhy Indiana's second-half offensive explosion (11-of-11 on two-pointers, missing only four total field goals) showcased the full potential of Darian DeVries's system against overmatched opponentsConor Enright's steady excellence as a floor general (eight assists, six rebounds, plus-22 in 36 minutes) proving he's far exceeded expectations as a Big 10 starting point guardThe defensive lapses in the second half that allowed 1.42 points per possession—something that could prove costly against Illinois's top-ranked offense in six daysNick Dorn's confidence-restoring second half after struggling while battling illness, hitting clutch threes and free throws when Indiana needed scoring balanceWhat this five-of-six stretch says about coaching development and veteran play compared to earlier season strugglesPlus, as always: the big moments you might have missed, stats that stood out, and our game ball and hustle award.This episode brought to you by the Back Home Network and Homefield Apparel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:00 – 21:35 – Lamar Wilkerson drops 41 as IU routs Oregon, Ivica Zubac discusses coming to the Pacers, Bears reportedly have an offer from Portage for a fully-funded domed stadium, Quinn Buckner tells a story about Bob Knight after they won the championship in 1976 that resonates today 21:36 – 36:44- Tom Crean joins us to discuss seeing his name going into the rafters at Marquette and getting together with his former players like Dwyane Wade, Lamar Wilkerson’s night against Oregon, other college hoops thoughts, how wide open it is this season, Cody and Luke Zeller, his thoughts on Bob Knight getting a statue at Assembly Hall 36:45 – 47:34 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the season-ending ACL teal for Johnny Furphy, his words of encouragement to Furphy, the Zubac trade and how it came to be, why he thinks the center position is coming back, roster construction and the salary cap, Bennedict Mathurin, screens with Zubac going forwardSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Crean joins us to discuss seeing his name going into the rafters at Marquette and getting together with his former players like Dwyane Wade, Lamar Wilkerson’s night against Oregon, other college hoops thoughts, Cody and Luke Zeller, his thoughts on Bob Knight getting a statue at Assembly Hall & MORE! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:40 – The Hoosiers roll past Oregon in a night where they honor the 1976 championship team, Lamar Wilkerson drops 41 points, Darryn Peterson sits out as Kansas hands Arizona their first loss last night, Olympics last night, Johnny Furphy officially diagnosed with a torn ACL 12:41 – 21:34 – Morning Checkdown 21:35 – 43:02 – Lamar Wilkerson drops 41 as IU routs Oregon, Ivica Zubac discusses coming to the Pacers, Bears reportedly have an offer from Portage for a fully-funded domed stadium, Quinn Buckner tells a story about Bob Knight after they won the championship in 1976 that resonates today 43:03 – 1:09:06 – Colts thoughts: Should the Colts use the franchise tag on Alec Pierce or Daniel Jones, the guys debate what a fair contract for Pierce and Jones would be, Michael Pittman Jr. believes his future in Indy is cloudy heading into an uncertain off-season, Morning Checkdown 1:09:07 – 1:15:39 – Kevin and James discuss college hoops as we await Rick Carlisle calling in 1:15:40 – 1:28:03 – Can Purdue get back on track ahead of the NCAA Tournament?, why is Reggie Wayne being unfairly punished by the Pro Football Hall of Fame despite having HOF numbers? 1:28:04 – 1:51:00– Tom Crean joins us to discuss seeing his name going into the rafters at Marquette and getting together with his former players like Dwyane Wade, Lamar Wilkerson’s night against Oregon, other college hoops thoughts, Cody and Luke Zeller, his thoughts on Bob Knight getting a statue at Assembly Hall, Morning Checkdown 1:51:01 – 2:03:55 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the season-ending ACL teal for Johnny Furphy, his words of encouragement to Furphy, the Zubac trade and how it came to be, why he thinks the center position is coming back, roster construction and the salary cap, Bennedict Mathurin, screens with Zubac going forward 2:03:56 – 2:13:18 – Doesn’t sound like Ivica Zubac is playing for the Pacers soon, Siakam’s All-Star nod, cookie fightsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana University plans to honor its longtime basketball coach. AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports.

Indiana survived a nail-biting overtime thriller against Wisconsin, winning 78-77 after blowing a 14-point first-half lead and trailing by four with under a minute left in regulation. Lamar Wilkerson, appearing to battle through injury late, scored Indiana's final 10 points of regulation including a clutch layup with under three seconds to force overtime, then became the only Hoosier to score in the extra period as Indiana improved to 16-8 overall and 7-6 in Big Ten play with a crucial victory over a tournament-caliber opponent.Andy Bottoms, Coach Brian Tonsoni (live from Assembly Hall), and Coach Bob Moats break down the gutsy win and questionable finish:How Sam Alexis dominated with 19 points on 9-of-10 shooting and five blocks, proving Indiana can win when the three-point shot isn't falling (just 5-of-22 from deep) by attacking inside for 44 paint pointsThe defensive game plan that held Wisconsin to 38% shooting and forced their offense into uncomfortable spots, including varied ball screen coverages tailored to different shootersWhy Indiana's late-game execution remains a glaring weakness—giving up an 11-point lead in the final four minutes with stagnant offense and defensive breakdowns before Wilkerson's heroicsConnor Enright's massive charge call in overtime when everyone was screaming for Indiana to foul, putting officials in position to make the game-deciding callThe controversial finish including the non-travel call on Alexis and the foul on Wilkerson's game-winner that sent Greg Gard into a meltdownTucker DeVries playing all 45 minutes doing everything but scoring in bunches, plus Josiah Miles's critical defensive minutes when Nick Dorn struggledWhat this win means for Indiana's tournament resume—picking up a quality home win over a team on the same seed line while showing the resilience to close out tight gamesPlus, as always: the big moments you might have missed, stats that stood out, and our game ball and hustle award.This episode brought to you by the Back Home Network and Homefield Apparel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Indiana's gritty 78–77 overtime win over Wisconsin at Assembly Hall — a résumé-building victory that keeps IU trending in the right direction and puts real shape around the Hoosiers' NCAA Tournament path.They break down the game's wild arc (IU's early surge, the familiar mid-game wobble, and the late-game execution that finally held up), plus the performances that carried Indiana despite major no-shows from key rotation pieces. Lamar Wilkerson stays scorching, Sam Alexis delivers a monster, trajectory-altering game, and Connor Enright continues to be the engine that keeps the offense functioning — including a pair of late whistles that ignited plenty of debate.Then the conversation zooms out: what this win means for Indiana's remaining schedule, why holding serve at home matters so much, and where Indiana could realistically land in the Big Ten Tournament bracket (and why those byes are as confusing as ever).

Indiana defeated Purdue 72-67 at Assembly Hall to earn Darian DeVries his first signature victory as Indiana's head coach and secure a crucial quad-one win for the Hoosiers' NCAA tournament resume. With the national championship football team honored before the game, Indiana jumped out to an 11-point halftime lead behind balanced scoring and relentless defense on Braden Smith, then survived a second-half offensive drought and several missed free throws to hold off Purdue's late charge and improve to 14-7 overall and 5-5 in Big Ten play.Jerod Morris, Andy Bottoms, Ryan Phillips, and Bob Moats break down the massive victory and what it means for the program:Connor Enright's 40-minute defensive masterpiece on Braden Smith (holding the All-American to 14 points on 14 shots with five assists and four turnovers) and his ice-cold three-pointer at 65-63 that ended a crucial offensive droughtHow Indiana won the first half with physicality, defensive intensity, and a 21-6 run over the final eight minutes featuring clutch buckets from Reed Bailey, Lamar Wilkerson, Tucker DeVries, and Josiah MilesNick Dorn's breakout continued with 18 points including eight straight in a critical second-half stretch, plus key drives that showed he's more than just a shooterWhy Indiana's ability to avoid fouling (only 15 team fouls, nobody with more than three) while forcing Purdue into 10 turnovers was the defensive blueprint they've needed all seasonThe second-half offensive struggles when Indiana went too conservative too early, missing three front-ends of one-and-ones while trying to run clock with five minutes leftWhat this win means for the program's trajectory—not just making the tournament this year, but showing what DeVries can do with the right roster construction as a strong 2026 recruiting class takes shapeTucker DeVries's toughness leading the game with 10 rebounds despite being held scoreless in the second half, and the critical contributions from role players like Miles, Sicily, and BaileyPlus, as always: the big moments you might have missed, stats that stood out, and our game ball and hustle award.This episode brought to you by the Back Home Network and Homefield Apparel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-30:13) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Indiana picking up its first big win in the Darian DeVries era last night over Purdue. Jake highlights some things that stood out in the win last night for the Hoosiers and they also discuss the news that Bill Belichick will not be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (30:13-44:03) – In the opening segment of the show, Eddie asked Jake why college athletes announce that they are entering (insert league) draft despite having no college eligibility left. Jake answers his question with a rant. (44:03-49:05) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing one decision that Matt Painter made last night that might have cost them the game in the second half. (49:05-1:17:23) – Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs.com joins Query & Company to recap last night’s big win for the Indiana Hoosiers over the Purdue Boilermakers. He highlights the recent development of Nick Dorn, believes that the coaching staff and players are starting to understand who fits in what role, evaluates how raucous the environment was last night in Assembly Hall, and shares some of his favorite college basketball venues. (1:17:23-1:28:55) – Jake Queyr’s best friend, Derek Schultz, raids the studio an hour and a half before he fills in for JMV to harass Jake. He is asked a trivia question by Jake that he discovered last night when watching a college basketball game. (1:28:55-1:35:18) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake resharing some thoughts that he had on Bill Belichick being snubbed from the Pro Football Hall of Fame class. (1:35:18-2:04:02) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to explain how the Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process goes, highlights how they divide the finalists into different groups, admits that there wasn’t anyone in the voting process that said to not vote for Bill Belichick, states that Spygate was brought up during Belichick’s presentation to the Hall of Fame, and the significance of being a first ballot Hall of Famer in the NFL compared to other leagues. (2:04:02-2:16:40) – Sports Illustrated’s Matt Verderame joins Query & Company to share his conversation with Bill Polian last night after it came out that he was suggesting that people shouldn’t vote for Bill Belchick, points out there Polian is being scapegoated for Belichick not making it on the first try despite ten other people not voting for him, and believes that the Seattle Seahawks are going to dominate the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. (2:16:40-2:18:34) – Today’s show closes out with Derek Schultz joining Jake Query in studio to preview what he’s got going on today as he fills in for JMV!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-22:58) – Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs.com joins Query & Company to recap last night’s big win for the Indiana Hoosiers over the Purdue Boilermakers. He highlights the recent development of Nick Dorn, believes that the coaching staff and players are starting to understand who fits in what role, evaluates how raucous the environment was last night in Assembly Hall, and shares some of his favorite college basketball venues. (22:58-37:43) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to explain how the Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process goes, highlights how they divide the finalists into different groups, admits that there wasn’t anyone in the voting process that said to not vote for Bill Belichick, states that Spygate was brought up during Belichick’s presentation to the Hall of Fame, and the significance of being a first ballot Hall of Famer in the NFL compared to other leagues. (37:43-50:10) – Sports Illustrated’s Matt Verderame joins Query & Company to share his conversation with Bill Polian last night after it came out that he was suggesting that people shouldn’t vote for Bill Belchick, points out there Polian is being scapegoated for Belichick not making it on the first try despite ten other people not voting for him, and believes that the Seattle Seahawks are going to dominate the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 25:24 – Rick Carlisle needles Kevin about Virginia beating Notre Dame and Kevin asks if it was okay to talk trash back, the Hoosiers get a huge win over Purdue and Darian DeVries addressed the locker room post-game, Curt Cignetti and the national champs were in the house at Assembly Hall, who is to blame for Purdue’s slide in January? 25:25 – 35:31 - Tyrese Haliburton talks with LeBron James about his rehab and where he’s working at to get better when he finally returns and wanting to get better at drawing fouls, who will be around when Haliburton comes back as the trade deadline is a little over a week away 35:32 – 52:10 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and rubs Kevin’s face in his Cavaliers beating Kevin’s Irish in double overtime, his college hoops watching, Jarace Walker’s growth, Haliburton saying he wants to draw more contact when he returns, the time change against the Hawks due to the weather, Kevin invites him to Notre Dame/Virginia next yearSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 12:40 –IU tops Purdue at Assembly Hall last night, Kevin’s car wouldn’t start this morning, Jeff’s garage door situation, Kevin’s road trip with Rakestraw ended at 1AM, Bill Belichick does NOT make the Pro Football Hall of Fame 12:41 – 22:21 – Morning Checkdown 22:22 – 47:41 – Rick Carlisle needles Kevin about Virginia beating Notre Dame and Kevin asks if it was okay to talk trash back, the Hoosiers get a huge win over Purdue and Darian DeVries addressed the locker room post-game, Curt Cignetti and the national champs were in the house at Assembly Hall, who is to blame for Purdue’s slide in January? 47:42 – 1:14:00 – IU/Purdue thoughts, Kevin fan boyed over a former Notre Dame basketball player, Kevin’s night with Greg Rakestaw, NFL head coaching moves: Bills hire Joe Brady, Titans hire Brian Daboll at OC, is Lou Anarumo leaving Indy?, Bill Belichick is NOT a Pro Football Hall of Famer, Morning Checkdown 1:14:01 – 1:24:07– Tyrese Haliburton talks with LeBron James about his rehab and where he’s working at to get better when he finally returns and wanting to get better at drawing fouls, who will be around when Haliburton comes back as the trade deadline is a little over a week away 1:24:08- 1:31:18 – IU football schedule, Kevin’s highs and lows at the Notre Dame game 1:31:19 – 1:57:04 – IU tops Purdue last night as Conor Enright comes up big down the stretch, Pacers/Bulls tonight, Caitlin Clark joins NBC for their studio show, Bills sign Joe Brady for head coach, any coaching staff changes coming from the Colts?, Trey Wingo discusses Bill Belichick not making the Pro Football Hall of Fame and why it’s absurd he was not elected, 1:57:05 – 2:13:45 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and rubs Kevin’s face in his Cavaliers beating Kevin’s Irish in double overtime, his college hoops watching, Jarace Walker’s growth, Haliburton saying he wants to draw more contact when he returns, the time change against the Hawks due to the weather, Kevin invites him to Notre Dame/Virginia next year 2:13:46 – 2:15:32 – An award-winning final segment to wrap the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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00:00 – 24:35 – JMV is back in studio! He previews IU-Purdue, as IU looks to build off a win over Rutgers while the Boilermakers are hoping to stop a two-game losing streak. John gives Pascal Siakam his flowers for his effort despite the Pacers continued struggles. 24:36 – 42:36 – Greg Rakestraw from the ISC Sports Network! Greg and JMV discuss high school and college hoops! 42:37 – 48:34 – Evan from ClusterTruck drops by as the 1st hour ends! 48:35 – 1:14:41 - JMV takes a call from a listener of the show! Tom Dienhart from Gold and Black Illustrated joins the show! Tom and JMV preview tonight’s showdown between IU and Purdue at Assembly Hall in Bloomington! They also discuss the impact IU’s historic football season will have on Purdue. 1:14:42 – 1:32:31 – Former Hoosier and Big Ten Player of the Year Brian Evans joins the show ahead of IU-Purdue! Brian and JMV also talk about IU’s historic win over Miami in football for the national championship! 1:32:32 – 1:37:57 - JMV wraps up the 2nd hour by talking about IU basketball and their struggles as of late, as well as the slump by the Boilermakers. 1:37:58 - 2:06:09 – Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs joins the show! Jeff and JMV talk IU-Purdue, the dominance of the 2025-26 Hoosier football team, how IU’s basketball team can get things turned around and more! 2:06:09 – 2:17:16 – JMV talks more IU and Purdue as the show rolls on! 2:17:17 – 2:27:43 – JMV wraps up the show with a phone call! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 23:02 - Tom Dienhart from Gold and Black Illustrated joins the show! Tom and JMV preview tonight’s showdown between IU and Purdue at Assembly Hall in Bloomington! They also discuss the impact IU’s historic football season will have on Purdue. 23:03 - 37:12 - Former Hoosier and Big Ten Player of the Year Brian Evans joins the show ahead of IU-Purdue! Brian and JMV also talk about IU’s historic win over Miami in football for the national championship! 37:13 - 1:02:05 - Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs joins the show! Jeff and JMV talk IU-Purdue, the dominance of the 2025-26 Hoosier football team, how IU’s basketball team can get things turned around and more! 1:02:06 - 1:15:50 - Greg Rakestraw from the ISC Sports Network! Greg and JMV discuss high school and college hoops! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Iowa basketball teams are coming off big weekend wins. The Register's Chad Leistikow and Dargan Southard detail a 2-0 week for the Iowa women, including a top-15 home win against Michigan State on Sunday. We explore the play of Hannah Stuelke, the emergence of Addie Deal and the latest on Emely Rodriguez. Chad and Tyler Tachman delve into the Iowa men's trip to Indiana, which resulted in a dominant victory at Assembly Hall.

Indiana fell to Iowa 78-61 at home, dropping the Hoosiers to 12-6 overall and 3-4 in Big Ten play in a third consecutive loss that has this season teetering on the ... yeah, you know what work is coming ... brink.After Iowa controlled the game from the opening tip and imposed their will on the Hoosiers, Indiana briefly cut the deficit to five in the second half before the bottom fell out once again, continuing a disturbing pattern of collapses that has defined their most disappointing losses this season.Jerod, Eddie, Bob, Mike, and Ryan break down the loss and assess where this program stands:Why this team simply isn't talented enough to play poorly and still compete, and how fatigue—admitted publicly by Darian DeVries—is starting to catch up with a rotation stretched too thinThe losing that's starting to creep into this team's psyche after three straight deflating defeats, and whether there's still enough will to fight through the brutal stretch aheadHow Iowa's Bennett Sturts and Payton Sandfort combined to nearly outscore Indiana by themselves, exposing the gap between teams with multiple attackers and Indiana's limited offensive optionsBob and Mike's eye-witness account from Assembly Hall, including the frustration on the bench and the vibes from a crowd that watched another winnable home game slip awayTayton Conway's ankle injury that removed the one player who could consistently penetrate Iowa's defense, and what it means when this team loses its only reliable driverThe roster construction issues that one host compares to having elite wide receivers but no offensive line or quarterback to get them the ballWhether Indiana is now in tournament danger zone after dropping two home games they should have won, and what the math looks like with Michigan and Purdue loomingThis episode brought to you by the Back Home Network and Homefield Apparel.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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John and Josh preview Huskers ultimate road test at Assembly Hall against the Indiana Hoosiers and Creighton's upcoming clash with St. John's.

And ... Lamar Wilkerson just hit another 3-pointer.Indiana bounced back emphatically from back-to-back losses, demolishing Penn State 113-72 at Assembly Hall to improve to 8-2 on the season and 1-1 in Big Ten play. Lamar Wilkerson authored one of the greatest offensive performances in program history, scoring 44 points on just 24 minutes while breaking both the Assembly Hall single-game scoring record and IU's single-game three-pointer record with 10 triples.Andy, Ryan, and Jerod break down a dominant performance where Indiana's offense clicked on all cylinders and the Hoosiers looked like a completely different team than the one that struggled against Minnesota and Louisville.Wilkerson's historic shooting display and how he attacked at all three levels, not just from beyond the arc, while maintaining unselfish play with four assists.The fast start that set the tone, with Wilkerson hitting three straight threes after IU's first miss and Indiana never trailing again.Reed Bailey's strong response to coming off the bench, scoring 18 points on perfect shooting while cutting harder and playing more aggressively.Tayton Conerway's all-around excellence with 17 points and seven assists, plus his defensive intensity that helped force 14 Penn State turnovers.The stunning offensive efficiency numbers, including 68.9% shooting from the field, 54.8% from three, and 30 assists on 42 field goals.Nick Dorn's continued development showing he can score off the dribble, not just from three-point range, as he reached double figures for the third time in four games.Plus, looking ahead to Saturday's marquee matchup at Kentucky between two teams ranked in the top 21 of KenPom, plus reflections on Indiana football's historic Big Ten Championship victory over Ohio State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sammy Jacobs and T.J. Inman review Indiana's rough week on the hardwood after losses to Minnesota and Louisville. They also talk about Lamar Wilkerson's historic shooting night in IU's big win over Penn State. In a look ahead, Sammy and T.J. look at the IU-UK series renewal ahead of Saturday night's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Big Ten Title Game Week, and this is NOT a drill!Connor Onion from the Big Ten Network is back on CrimsonCast to discuss Indiana football's unbelievable 12-0 season and their Big Ten Championship matchup against Ohio State. The guys are still pinching themselves, talking about howthe Hoosiers have been "extraordinary" on defense holding opponentsto 10 points or under in seven games this year. They also dive into:The electric atmosphere in Bloomington that now features QRcodes for football season ticket waiting lists at Assembly Hall.The national perception of Coach Cignetti including the"widespread admiration" and "envy" from other Big Tencoaching staffs.The Heisman race between Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and OhioState's Julian Sayin, with the Big Ten Championship essentially acting as thedeciding game.The prediction for the crowd split at Lucas Oil Stadiumbetween IU and OSU fans.The ultimate dream scenario for the Big Ten in the CollegeFootball Playoff (and how three Big Ten teams could get a bye!).Don't miss the insights on this historic season, agame-by-game breakdown of the Big Ten title matchup, and a golden retrievercomparison for the IU basketball team! Before you listen, make sure to check out Posh Hotel inBloomington for a luxurious stay and Homefield Apparel (use code HOME23 to save15% on your first purchase—but skip the Ohio State stuff!)!

(00:00-25:08) – Query & Company opens on a Thanksgiving Eve with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing how many people are working today even if they are in the office. They also discussed last night’s Indiana win over Kansas State at Assembly Hall, highlighting some things that Darian DeVries team has done well so far this season, but also point out a concern they have. Plus, they preview Friday night’s bucket game between IU and Purdue. (25:08-42:02) – Jeff Rabjohns from Peegs.com joins the show to give his perspective on last night’s win for the Hoosiers, gives a very detailed breakdown of what he has heard about the potential for Trent Sisley, agrees with Jake as to what he has heard about Tayton Conerway, and admits that his concerns about IU match what Jake and Eddie are concerned about. (36:15-47:16) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake asking Eddie for his opinion on a situation that he found himself in because he needs to know if he is in the right or wrong. (47:16-1:10:26) – Hour number two of Query & Company starts with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Sunday’s game for the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans. Kyle Neddenriep from the IndyStar makes an appearance on the program to preview the IHSAA Football State Finals that are going on Friday and Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium. Jake asks Kyle to give his perspective on the 6A game between Westfield and Brownsburg, believes the most tantalizing matchup in is 3A between Bishop Luers and Cascade, and ranks Thanksgiving foods. (1:10:26-1:21:29) – Marian Knights Head Coach Ted Karras joins Query & Company to preview their NAIA playoff game on Saturday afternoon against Dordt, explains how difficult it is trying to learn how to stop the option in a week, highlights a couple of ways his defense can stop the option, and gives a detailed breakdown on his signature Thanksgiving side dish. (1:21:29-1:29:04) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query discussing how big of a loss Ashton Dulin will be for the Colts over the next four games. (1:31:54-1:55:17) – Shane Steichen, Daniel Jones, and Jonathan Taylor have met with the media ahead of this weekend’s game against the Houston Texans. Jake plays what Jones had to say about his fibula injury and the team’s mindset to avoid the first losing streak of the season and what Taylor said about his mindset heading into the game after minimal usage against the Chiefs in the final quarter. (1:55:17-2:12:37) – Joel Erickson from the IndyStar makes his weekly visit on the show to assess whether Shane Steichen learned his lesson from how he called plays in the fourth quarter against Kansas City, thinks that Daniel Jones and Shane Steichen are downplaying his fibula injury based off how he looked against the Chiefs, and admits that he does not feel any tension right now with the team after losing two of its last three games. (2:12:37-2:13:45) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake from Brothers in Broad Ripple to preview his show and Thanksgiving weekend!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana continued its impressive start with a workmanlike 101-70 victory over Milwaukee at Assembly Hall, methodically building a lead throughout the second half en route to their third straight 100-point performance. While the Hoosiers shot a scorching 50% from three (14-28) and got another offensive clinic going, it was Tayton Conerway's most complete game as a Hoosier—21 points on efficient shooting, 6 assists, and relentless defensive pressure—that set the tone for a team that continues to validate every promise Darian DeVries made about effort and unselfishness.Andy, Jerod, and Coach break down how this veteran roster's basketball maturity showed itself in the way Indiana handled Milwaukee's runs with immediate answers (usually a Lamar Wilkerson three), examining the defensive improvements in the second half and celebrating an offense that continues to function at an elite level even when Tucker DeVries was held to just two first-half points.Lamar Wilkerson's instant-response shooting, hitting four threes in the first half and finishing with 24 points as the answer to every Milwaukee runTayton Conerway's breakout performance showing his speed and scoring ability when he attacks the rim, plus the hustle play late in a 25-point game diving for a loose ballReed Bailey's versatility on full display with 12 points, 4 assists, and the alley-oop dunk off the backboard from Enright that brought the house downConor Enright's defensive pest performance with deflections, rebounds (5), and finally hitting his first half-court three as a HoosierThe stark defensive improvement from first half (1.11 PPP) to second half (0.89 PPP) after DeVries got into them at halftimeNick Dorn's return to action showing he's ready to contribute, scoring 8 points in 7 minutes with an itching-to-shoot mentalityIndiana allowing opponents just 27.6% of their shots from three (12th in the country) while taking 43.5% of their own attempts from deep—completely reversing the math problem that plagued them for yearsOn the mics: Andy Bottoms, Jerod Morris, and Brian TonsoniSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana basketball's new era is off to a flying start as the Hoosiers obliterated Alabama A&M 98-51 in Darian DeVries' official debut, showcasing exactly the brand of basketball that's been missing from Assembly Hall for far too long. The Hoosiers hung 58 points on the overmatched Bulldogs in the first half, shot over 40% from three (10-24), went a perfect 16-16 from the free throw line, and scored every single point either in the paint, from three, or at the charity stripe—no long twos in sight.Andy and Ryan break down how this dominant performance validated everything DeVries has been preaching about effort, unselfishness, and modern basketball principles, even acknowledging the massive talent gap while celebrating the habits and culture being established.Lamar Wilkerson's explosive seven-point stretch in two possessions (four-point play plus deep heat-check three) that ignited a 23-2 run and announced his arrival as a pure shooterSam Alexis going 5-5 in the first half for 15 points including a corner three nobody saw coming, bringing instant energy off the benchTucker DeVries crossing 2,000 career points while stuffing the stat sheet (18-11-4) and looking like an extension of his father's offense on the floorThe perfect 16-16 free throw performance after years of IU ranking among the nation's worst from the charity stripeAll 98 points coming in the paint, from three, or at the line—literally zero long twos and the analytics dream realizedEight players recording at least two assists showing the ball movement and unselfishness is real throughout the entire rosterDeVries using a 40-point lead to experiment with post-doubling schemes as preparation for tougher opponents, turning blowouts into teaching momentsPlus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Andy Bottoms and Ryan PhillipsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Hysterics are finally back to break down all the latest in Hoosier news, including Cig making 93 million buckaroos after beating down the Ducks, and takeaways from how Coach DeVries' squad looked in their first ever exhibition game in Assembly Hall.After that is a delightful chat with Lenée Beaumont, who is yet another fantastic human playing for Teri Moren's stupendous basketball program. And that and so much more... including Eric's new diet!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Ackerman talks with Don Fischer, the legendary voice of Indiana Hoosiers athletics, live from Assembly Hall in Bloomington. Fischer reflects on his 53 year career and shares why he believes Curt Cignettii is building the right way. They discuss the rise of NIL and the transfer portal and credit Indiana athletic director Scott Dolson for adapting early. Fisher also praises new basketball coach Darian DeVries for quickly molding his new roster. The segment closes with Ackerman thanking Fisher for his decades of storytelling and impact on college sports broadcasting.

In Hour 1 Tom Ackerman opens from Bloomington and talks with Bernie Miklasz about the surprising rise of programs like Indiana and Vanderbilt, Missouri's playoff chances, and the changing college football landscape. He then talks with Don Fischer from inside Assembly Hall as Fischer reflects on his 53 year career and weighs in on Curt Cignetti, NIL, the transfer portal, and new basketball coach Darian DeVries. The hour closes with Chaim Bloom on the Dodgers sweep of the Brewers, Shohei Ohtani's dominance, the playoff outlook for Toronto and Seattle, the state of Cardinals pitching, Iván Herrera's return to catching, and the possibility of players joining the next World Baseball Classic.

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are thrilled to welcome back on the company Thinkery & Verse. This time we were joined by adaptor Karen Alvarado and adaptor/director J.M. Meyer to talk about their latest production of The Tragedy of Macbeth. This is a brilliant reimagining of this classic tale that is perfect for spooky season. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets today!Thinkery & Verse PresentsThe Tragedy of MacbethOctober 9th-25th @ The Assembly Hall at the Church of Saint John the EvangelistTickets and more information are available at eventbrite.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: thinkeryandverse.orgthinkeryandverse@gmail.com

Start Name Artist Album Year Comments   Strike Up The Band Zach Frame Party On The Pipes, St. Louis 2025 - Fox Theatre 2025 4-36 Wurlitzer, Fox Theatre, St. Louis, MO; 2025-05-05 3:54 Part of Your World Nathan Avakian Party On The Pipes, St. Louis 2025 - Fox Theatre 2025 4-36 Wurlitzer, Fox Theatre, St. Louis. MO; 2025-05-05; Open console session 8:51 Proud Mary Bert and Brad Kuntz Party On The Pipes, St. Louis 2025 2025 3-15 Hybrid, Lincoln Theatre, Belleville, IL; 2025-05-04; Brad on drums 10:55 Bohemian Rhapsody Zach Frame, Nick Renkosik, Nathan Avakian Party On The Pipes, St. Louis 2025 - Lincoln Theatre 2025 3-15 Hybrid, Lincoln Theatre, Belleville, IL; 2025-05-03 16:56 The Glow Worm Dave Wickerham Dave Wickerham UK Tour March 2025 2025 3-9 Wurlitzer, Neuadd Pendre, Tywyn, Wales; ex-Granada Cinema, Woolwich (1937), plus Orchestral Oboe 21:42 Yours Is My Heart Alone Dave Wickerham Dave Wickerham UK Tour March 2025 2025 3-22 Wurlitzer, Assembly Hall, Worthing, Sussex 26:14 Downtown Dave Wickerham Dave Wickerham UK Tour March 2025 2025 3-12 Wurlitzer, Victoria Hall, Saltaire, Yorkshire 29:23 The Banana Boat Song [Day-O] Don Feely At the Organ Grinder [OG Cassette]   4-51 Wurlitzer, Organ Grinder Restaurant, Portland, OR 33:31 Goofus Barry Baker Midwest Fall Fling 1996 1996 3-20 Robert Morton, Van der Molen residence, Chicago, IL; 8 November 1996 36:27 Leg Of Mutton Rag Ron Rhode Deep In My Heart - Rhode Remembers Romberg [Roxy RP-108-CD] 1995 5-80 Wurlitzer, Sanfilippo Residence, Barrington, IL 39:13 Octopus's Garden Martin Ellis Martin on the Morton   4-26 Robert Morton, Van der Molen Residence, Wheaton, IL 42:31 Ja-Da Dick Leibert Sing A Song With Leibert [Westminster WST 15050]   4-36 Wurlitzer, Paramount Theatre, New York 44:55 A-Tisket A-Tasket Sidney Torch Hot Pipes! [Hot Pipes PH2007]   4-16 Wurlitzer, Gaumont State Theatre, Kilburn, London; recordings 1938-1940 47:50 Chopsticks John Giacchi Beyond The Blue Horizon [Modern Mood Music CD] 1996 3-17 Wurlitzer, Orion Centre, Canterbury, NSW; ex 1928 Sydney Capitol Theatre 3-15 50:39 Dancing Animal Crackers Sandy Macpherson Organ Oddities and Novelties [NTOT Kinura Cassette NCM 214] 1929 4-20 Wurlitzer, Empire Theatre, Leicester Square, London; with piano, cello, violin, xylophone 54:01 Mairzy Doats Bill Vlasak Slow Boat To China [WJV CD] 1990 4-42 Wurlitzer, Paramount Music Palace, Indianapolis, IN; originally Paramount Oakland 4-20 56:59 The Rain In Spain George Wright Master Series Vol 1 - Impressions of My Fair Lady [Banda BA 109556] 1958 5-21 Wurlitzer Opus 1732, Richard Vaughn Studio, Hollywood, CA; ex-Paradise Theatre, Chicago 59:44 The Aba Daba Honeymoon Lyn Larsen The Magic of San Sylmar [Musical Contrasts MCI 104] 1981 3-25 Wurlitzer, Nethercutt Collection, San Sylmar, CA; includes performances from 1979/80

Daniel Jones looks like same guy as QB1! Injured players back - many of them. Xavien Howard looks fine. Assembly Hall court looks different! Caitlin Clark done for season? Why bring her back. Here's the link for what is likely the final Fantasy Football League signup of the season! https://fantasy.espn.com/football/league/join?leagueId=57427254&inviteId=59238c28-7857-44d0-a164-37fd0a93fc34 Here is the link for the only autobiography ever published without praise for its author: https://www.amazon.com/Oops-Art-Learning-Mistakes-Adventures/dp/173420740X Contest rules: https://kentsterling.com/2025/07/03/rule-for-kent-sterling-conest/

Indiana basketball fans got their first real look at the new era under Darren DeVries as the Hoosiers dominated their opening exhibition game in Puerto Rico 98-47. This edition of The Assembly Call brings together Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Galen Clavio, and Bob Moats to break down a game none of them actually watched - relying instead on social media updates, live blogs, and video clips to piece together what happened.The banner moment says it all: 21 three-point attempts in the first half alone. While Indiana only hit six of them, the sheer volume represents everything fans have been hoping to see - a complete departure from the basketball of recent years.Key discussion points include:First impressions of the starting five and what their roles might beTrent Sisley's breakout performance and what it means for depthThe European influence and basketball IQ on displayEarly defensive concerns and growing pains with communicationWhat the pace and ball movement suggest about this new systemBreaking down video clips and unofficial stats from Puerto RicoThe hosts emphasize not reading too much into results against inferior competition, but the style, energy, and philosophy on display have everyone excited about the direction of the program.Plus, as always, plenty of basketball analysis from a game nobody actually watched, excitement about movement and spacing finally coming to Assembly Hall, and optimism about what this new era might bring. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Coach Brian Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Galen Clavio, and Bob MoatsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana basketball fans got a couple pieces of legit offseason news with the release of the non-conference schedule and the program's first recruiting commitment under Darren DeVries. This edition of Assembly Call Radio, with hosts Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Andy Bottoms, breaks down what these developments mean for the new era of Hoosier basketball.Segment 1: Hoosier Headlines [00:00:00 - 00:29:59]After months of roster construction and staff building, the schedule release brings fans one step closer to seeing if DeVries' vision can translate to wins on the court.The big news is Prince Alexander Moody's commitment - the program's first 2026 recruit who represents the "DeVries prototype": a 6'4" shooting guard who fits the system's emphasis on floor spacing and shooting ability. Other headlines covered include the completion of DeVries' coaching staff, Anthony Leal's denied waiver appeal (ending his college career), and the mic'd-up practice videos showing coaches emphasizing fundamentals like ball pressure defense and proper spacing. The segment closes with a heartfelt thank you to Leal for his contributions to the program.Segment 2: Non-Conference Schedule Analysis [00:30:00 - 00:54:59]The hosts break down Indiana's 11-game non-conference slate, identifying four major tests surrounded by seven more manageable opponents. The marquee games include:November 9th vs Marquette (Chicago) - Early season test against a well-coached programDecember 6th vs Louisville (Indianapolis) - Neutral site against a top-20 preseason teamDecember 13th at Kentucky - The big one everyone's been waiting for, back at Rupp ArenaNovember 25th vs Kansas State (home) - Protecting Assembly Hall against a Big 12 opponentBoth hosts project a 9-2 non-conference record, with the Kentucky road game being the most difficult challenge. They praise the regional appeal of the schedule, giving fans concrete games to look forward to attending or watching. The conversation includes early bracketology implications and how this schedule sets up better than previous years' efforts.Segment 3: Mailbag [00:55:00 - 01:37:02]The final segment tackles listener questions about overall record predictions and the challenge of connecting with an almost entirely new roster. The hosts project an 11-9 Big Ten record (20-11 overall), which should be good enough for tournament consideration.A thoughtful discussion emerges around a fan's question about feeling disconnected from the program due to constant roster turnover. The hosts acknowledge this is a real challenge in the transfer portal era and share their own strategies for dealing with it - focusing on the style of play rather than individual players, and waiting until the season starts to really invest emotionally in the roster.Jerod Morris joins late in the segment to add his perspective on the changing nature of college basketball fandom and how the off-season feels different now with so much roster uncertainty.Plus, as always, thoughts on staff completion, the challenge of maintaining fan engagement in college basketball's new landscape, and early excitement about a different brand of basketball coming to Assembly Hall. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Coach Brian Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Andy Bottoms, and Jerod MorrisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ceasefires NowShould we have been surprised by the decision of the US President Donald Trump to attack Iran? No. Shocked maybe but not surprised. The weapons of mass destruction spin, that was used to justify the invasion of Iraq two decades ago, was already in wide usage by some western governments and sections of the media before B 2's dropped so-called ‘bunker buster' bombs on Iran. And we all remember what a disaster the Iraq war was for the people of that nation and for world politics. An estimated million Iraqi citizens died.The attack on Iran was an act of aggression against a state that had not attacked the USA. It was in clear breach of international law and it almost certainly broke US domestic and constitutional law. Moreover, two nuclear powers – Israel and the USA – have attacked a nation that does not have nuclear weapons. And applauding in the wings are Britain, France and Germany and others who are colluding in the genocide of the Palestinian people.Mol an ÓigeThe boys and girls of Rang A Seacht graduated from Bunscoil an tSléibhe Dhuibh last Friday. I was there in my capacity as a Daideo to one of the scholars. Our oldest lad's oldest lad. It was a wonderful event. The Assembly Hall was filled with parents and grandparents, brothers and sisters, teachers and classroom assistants. Pilib said a few words as a céad míle fáilte.He reminded us all that we are Gaels. Part of Gaelic society in Belfast. Part of the Irish language community here and across Ireland. Living our lives through Irish. Bringing our language with us wherever we go.Family AlbumWhen Frankie Quinn was sixteen his father gave him a  camera and sent him along to the newly formed Camera Club in the McAirt Community Centre. The club was focussed on recording life locally in the Short Strand/Ballymacarrett district which was being redeveloped.It was 1982. Large parts of the area had already been demolished when Frankie set to work. All of us who are interested in our local history have benefitted from this initiative by his father and from Frankie's work. Over the decades he has produced photographic treasures for us to contemplate and remember how things once were particularly in working class Belfast communities two generations ago.Frankie has won many awards and produced fine exhibitions of his work along with a number of publications. Family Album is the latest of these. It is about his home place. The tiny nationalist district of Short Strand and Ballymacarrett in East Belfas

In a raucous Assembly Hall, Indiana delivered a stunning performance to defeat rival Purdue 73-58, highlighted by a dominant second-half surge that saw the Hoosiers outscore the Boilermakers 48-21 after intermission. Despite trailing by 12 at halftime, IU unleashed a devastating 28-3 run early in the second period behind suffocating defense and efficient offense to take control against their in-state rivals.The victory improved Indiana to 16-11 (7-9 Big Ten) and featured a remarkable defensive effort that completely disrupted Purdue's rhythm, forcing 11 second-half turnovers while limiting the Boilermakers to just one assist after the break. Trey Galloway led the charge with 15 points and 9 assists, while Malik Reneau added 15 points including scoring his 1,000th career point as a Hoosier.Key topics analyzed:IU's game-changing 28-3 run to open the second half that turned the tideSuffocating defensive pressure that completely disrupted Purdue's offenseStrong six-man rotation with Galloway, Rice, Leal and Goode playing all 20 minutes in second halfIndiana's dominance in points in the paint (44-18)Anthony Leal's hustle plays and defensive presence causing multiple turnoversEmotional victory in Mike Woodson's final home game against PurduePlus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Andy Bottoms and Coach Brian TonsoniSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana's inconsistent season continued with a hard-fought but ultimately disappointing 72-68 home loss to UCLA. Despite a spirited second-half comeback attempt led by Luke Goode's hot shooting, the Hoosiers couldn't quite overcome their early struggles against UCLA's stifling defense.The loss dropped Indiana to 15-11 (6-9 Big Ten) and marked their fourth straight defeat at Assembly Hall.Key topics analyzed:Strong defensive effort from UCLA disrupted Indiana's offense, particularly in a lengthy first-half scoring droughtLuke Goode's second-half surge (14 points) sparked Indiana's comeback attemptIndiana showed resilience battling back multiple times but couldn't get over the humpMackenzie Mgbako's potential game-tying shot in the final minute rimmed outImproved ball security (only 8 turnovers) wasn't enough to overcome shooting strugglesAssembly Hall crowd provided great energy despite recent program challengesPlus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Coach Brian Tonsoni, Coach Bob Moats, and Josh PosSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the fifth time in six games, the Wolverines won by a margin of four points or less. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to Michigan's 70-67 victory at Assembly Hall. Then, our postgame interviews begin around the nine-minute mark, as Brian catches up with Head Coach Dusty May, guard Tre Donaldson, and forward Danny Wolf. The episode concludes with a full highlight recap of Saturday's wild game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana let a late lead slip away in the final minute as Maryland escaped Assembly Hall with a 79-78 victory, dealing a crushing blow to IU's NCAA tournament hopes. The Hoosiers built a four-point lead in the closing minutes behind huge plays from Anthony Leal and Myles Rice, but defensive breakdowns and poor late-game execution proved costly.After getting clutch plays from Leal and a strong second-half shooting performance from Rice (3-5 from three), Indiana seemed poised to secure a crucial home win. However, failing to foul with a foul to give and defensive confusion on Maryland's final possession led to a Rodney Rice three-pointer that put the Terrapins ahead. IU's final offensive possession was marred by substitution confusion and resulted in a forced shot that missed at the buzzer.Key Talking Points:Efficient offensive performance (1.24 points per possession) wasted by defensive lapsesMaryland shot 12-24 from three while repeatedly finding open shootersMyles Rice (12 points) and Anthony Leal provided huge second-half sparksLineup and execution issues in critical final minute prove devastatingAnother tough home loss further damages NCAA tournament resumePlus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Jerod Morris, Coach Bob MoatsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Illinois thoroughly dominated Indiana in a 94-69 rout at Assembly Hall that represented one of the program's most discouraging performances in recent memory. The Hoosiers fell behind by 30 in the first half and never mounted a serious challenge, dropping their second straight game by 25+ points.Defense and effort were major issues from the opening tip, as Illinois built their lead through a combination of hot three-point shooting (8 first-half threes) and dominant offensive rebounding (17 second-chance points in the first half). While IU showed brief signs of life with a 10-0 run to start the second half, they could never seriously threaten the Illini's lead.Key Discussion Topics:• Complete defensive collapse, particularly in transition and defensive rebounding• Concerning lack of competitive response when falling behind early• Questions about accountability as the same issues persist game after game• Unprecedented negative crowd reaction including significant departures at halftime• Growing concerns about the program's direction after consecutive 25-point lossesPlus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Andy Bottoms, Ryan Phillips, Coach Brian Tonsoni, and (eventually) Jerod MorrisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by J. Kyle Mann to mark the first official day of college basketball practice by giving a little coaching carousel refresher; with 68 new head coaches in college hoops this year, they run through some of the biggest names and ask whether their tenure will be longer or shorter than that of their predecessor. They talk about John Calipari at Arkansas, Dusty May at Michigan, Mark Pope at Kentucky, Kevin Young at BYU, Eric Musselman at USC, Pat Kelsey at Louisville, and many more (1:34). Then Tate closes the show with some shout-outs, including for Victor Oladipo, who's back in Assembly Hall; USC's new partnership; and the reasoning behind Shaq's LSU commitment (1:04:29). Host: Tate Frazier Guest: J. Kyle Mann Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices