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Indiana men's basketball is officially done for the season — and now the real questions begin.In this episode of CrimsonCast, Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield react to Indiana narrowly missing the NCAA Tournament, examine the decision to turn down The Crown, and break down what it says about the current state of the program. They also dive deep into the realities of roster building in the portal era, comparing Indiana's approach to other programs and asking what has to change for the Hoosiers to finally build a tournament team. This episode covers IU's weak bubble case, the frustration of coming up just short, the marketing and fan-engagement problems around ending the season quietly, the financial conversation surrounding Indiana basketball, and a detailed look at how first-year coaches across college basketball built NCAA Tournament teams through the transfer portal. If you're trying to understand where Indiana basketball goes from here — and why this offseason feels so important — this episode lays it all out.

What do FanDuel's newly released over-under totals say about the Indiana Hoosiers in 2026?In this episode of CrimsonCast, Galen Clavio breaks down Indiana football's projected win total, how it compares to the rest of the Big Ten, and what the national title odds suggest about the Hoosiers' place in the college football landscape. From Indiana's favorable schedule to the respect Curt Cignetti's program is getting from oddsmakers, this is an early look at how Vegas views IU heading into the new season. Galen also examines where teams like Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State, Notre Dame, Miami, Texas, and others stack up in the betting market — and what those numbers reveal about conference strength, public perception, and playoff expectations.

This is the WFHB Local News for Monday, March 16th, 2026. In today's newscast, you'll hear from Tracey Hutchings-Goetz, community organizer for Hoosier Action, about Senate Enrolled Act One – which she says will strip thousands of Hoosiers from Medicaid and SNAP benefits. More in today's feature report. You’ll also hear IU student Nick Thornburg …

President Donald Trump's retribution campaign is landing in Indiana. After a raft of Republican state lawmakers spurned the White House's redistricting push in the Hoosier State, the president and his allies vowed to target rebels with aggressive primary efforts to oust them from their seats. That promise is now getting backed up by a significant splash of cash for a suite of state-level races. Playbook's Adam Wren and White House reporter Megan Messerly discuss the unprecedented effort from MAGA world.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield react to Indiana men's basketball's Big Ten Tournament loss to Northwestern and the frustrating reality that the season is effectively over — despite a late-February moment when IU still looked like a solid NCAA Tournament team. They break down how the Hoosiers struggled in the games that mattered most, why the roster construction left almost no margin for error, and how the end-of-season slide creates an offseason problem: there's little continuity to carry forward, which makes it harder for fans to stay emotionally invested in “portal season” hype.The episode also zooms out to the big picture: how Indiana has quietly performed like a lower-tier Big Ten program over a full decade, why the “turning down postseason tournaments” conversation reflects where the program actually is, and what needs to change—culture, roster fit, and expectations—if IU wants March to feel like Indiana again.

Indiana fell to Northwestern 74–61 in the Big Ten Tournament, dropping to 18–14 and surely ending any remaining hopes of an NCAA tournament bid.The Hoosiers built an early 10-point lead and looked sharp offensively before a late first-half collapse and second-half defensive breakdown allowed Northwestern to seize control and pull away.Andy Bottoms, Coach Tonsoni, Jerod Morris, and Ryan Phillips break down the season-ending loss and what it revealed about Indiana's roster and program direction:The strong opening stretch where Tucker DeVries, Lamar Wilkerson, and Sam Alexis fueled an early double-digit Indiana lead before everything unraveledThe brutal offensive collapse late in the first half that flipped momentum and set the tone for the rest of the gameNorthwestern's Nick Martinelli dominating the second half and why Indiana never found a defensive answer for himThe recurring defensive strategy questions — especially switching decisions that repeatedly created favorable matchups for NorthwesternFrustration with Indiana's shot selection and empty possessions during a pivotal second-half stretchA bigger-picture discussion of the offseason ahead and why portal additions will define the next phase of Darian DeVries' rebuildPlus, 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.

In this episode of Education Matters, Sarah and Cesar sit down with Greg Harrell from the Institute for Quality Education to break down the key themes from Indiana's 2026 legislative session. They discuss: Major wins on literacy and math policy to boost student achievement, including new requirements for parent notifications and math instruction frameworks. Updates to school choice, including moving up the start of universal Choice Scholarship eligibility and important changes for charter schools. Efforts to cut red tape in education, including deregulation bills and new K-12 operational reports. The new bell-to-bell cell phone and smartwatch ban in public and charter schools, plus social media restrictions for students under 16. Expanded opportunities for work-based learning, including adjustments around transportation barriers and workers' compensation. Tune in for a practical recap of the biggest legislative changes impacting Hoosier students, educators, and families heading into the next school year. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice For more information about school choice and your school choice options, visit our website at https://www.i4qed.org

The guys discuss the importance of the Colts bringing back star wide receiver Alec Pierce and the much-needed locker room refresh of moving on from Michael Pittman Jr. and Zaire Franklin. Plus, the latest on the Daniel Jones contract saga, a college hoops update, and Jake has gotten really into a very inappropriate British television show.Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Zaire cheesesteakChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Dark Side of the Munich (Munich dunkel)

Chuck discusses Indiana football and the reaction to the national title. Chuck and Heath discuss the Athletic's comments from anonymous coaches about Lane Kiffin. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck and Heath talk about what Miami's been doing in recruiting south Florida kids. John Talty of CBS Sports discusses what's next at Indiana after the championship win. Tim Hall of 97.1 the Fan Columbus previews the opening of Ohio State spring practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Mike Braun touted efforts to reduce energy costs for Hoosiers during a press conference Monday. The war in Iran is pushing already high fertilizer prices even higher. Members of the Indianapolis Public Schools board are warning that a new state law could disrupt the district. A rural Indiana district is betting on a new charter model that blends homeschooling with the classroom and can stop families from leaving public education. One of 26 surviving copies of the Declaration of Independence is on display at Indiana University's Lilly Library. Alec Pierce announced he will stay with the Indianapolis Colts. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

In this episode Steve addresses the changes in the way coon hunters acquire information by reviewing two books written in 1948 and 1952 respectively. The American Trail Hound by Fred Streaver and The Coon Hunter's Handbook by Leon F. Whitney, DVM and Acil B. Underwood were two important works designed to make the training of coonhounds a successful experience 75 years or so ago. Steve finds the more things change the more they stay the same as the methods of three-quarters of a century ago appear similar to the methods coon hunters use in training dogs today. The episode also includes a tribute to a special friend who recently passed to the vast timbers and river bottoms of his eternal home, Hoosier houndsman and tree dog enthusiast George Danielson. We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode Steve addresses the changes in the way coon hunters acquire information by reviewing two books written in 1948 and 1952 respectively. The American Trail Hound by Fred Streaver and The Coon Hunter's Handbook by Leon F. Whitney, DVM and Acil B. Underwood were two important works designed to make the training of coonhounds a successful experience 75 years or so ago. Steve finds the more things change the more they stay the same as the methods of three-quarters of a century ago appear similar to the methods coon hunters use in training dogs today. The episode also includes a tribute to a special friend who recently passed to the vast timbers and river bottoms of his eternal home, Hoosier houndsman and tree dog enthusiast George Danielson. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-13:57) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes an appearance on Query & Company to give his perspective on IU’s loss to Ohio State on Saturday to conclude the regular season. Jake asks Don for his opinion on the job that Darian DeVries has done this season with the Hoosiers and to evaluate which team the Hoosiers should want to face on Wednesday night in the Big Ten Tournament. (13:57-32:57) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to talk all things Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by discussing the contract that Alec Pierce agreed to with the Colts. Jake asks Mike if the Colts are going to have buyer’s remorse in a couple of years with Pierce’s contract, reflect on Michael Pittman Jr.’s career with Indianapolis, and evaluates if the Colts are a better team now than they were three months ago.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:47) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison highlighting the moves that the Indianapolis Colts made over the weekend but were interrupted by the breaking news that they have agreed to terms on a contract with Alec Pierce. They react to the big-time money Chris Ballard is giving the former Cincinnati Bearcat. (25:47-40:29) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes an appearance on Query & Company to give his perspective on IU’s loss to Ohio State on Saturday to conclude the regular season. Jake asks Don for his opinion on the job that Darian DeVries has done this season with the Hoosiers and to evaluate which team the Hoosiers should want to face on Wednesday night in the Big Ten Tournament. (40:29-47:01) – Jake and Eddie recap some the NFL “Legal Tampering” deals that have been agreed to in the first hour of free agency. Plus, they touch on the Colts bringing back Alec Pierce, but trade away Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. (47:01-1:16:44) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to talk all things Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by discussing the contract that Alec Pierce agreed to with the Colts. Jake asks Mike if the Colts are going to have buyers’ remorse in a couple of years with Pierce’s contract, reflect on Michael Pittman Jr.’s career with Indianapolis, and evaluates if the Colts are a better team now than they were three months ago. (1:16:44-1:27:01) – The Big Ten Tournament seedings are set! IU will face off the winner of Penn State and Northwestern on Wednesday, and then potentially face Purdue on Thursday. Jake discusses what is going on with Purdue and comments on the professionalism and maturity of Trey Kaufman-Renn following the senior day loss to Wisconsin. (1:27:01-1:34:35) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie highlighting the details of Alec Pierce’s contract with the Indianapolis Colts. Could they sign Kyler Murray to save some money instead of Daniel Jones? (1:34:35-2:00:03) – The Indianapolis Colts have been very busy since Friday’s show. They traded Zaire Franklin and resigned Blake Grupe over the weekend. Today, the Colts inked Alec Pierce to a historic contract and traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. Jake and Eddie discuss every angle to those deals Chris Ballard and company have made. (2:00:03-2:16:17) – Jake and Eddie continue the Colts conversation by trying to figure out why Alec Pierce would come back to the Indianapolis Colts without a definitive answer on Daniel Jones. Does he really love Indianapolis that much or is the Jones contract coming soon? Plus, could the Arizona Cardinals be the frontrunner for Anthony Richardson now? (2:16:17-2:22:30) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Steve addresses the changes in the way coon hunters acquire information by reviewing two books written in 1948 and 1952 respectively. The American Trail Hound by Fred Streaver and The Coon Hunter's Handbook by Leon F. Whitney, DVM and Acil B. Underwood were two important works designed to make the training of coonhounds a successful experience 75 years or so ago. Steve finds the more things change the more they stay the same as the methods of three-quarters of a century ago appear similar to the methods coon hunters use in training dogs today. The episode also includes a tribute to a special friend who recently passed to the vast timbers and river bottoms of his eternal home, Hoosier houndsman and tree dog enthusiast George Danielson. We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Indiana men's basketball's rough road loss at Ohio State and what it means with the Hoosiers heading into the Big Ten Tournament needing wins to stay alive for an NCAA Tournament bid. They break down why the game got away early, what the defensive issues continue to be against quality offenses, and why the margin for error is now basically gone.Then it's bracket time: Indiana lands as the 10 seed, likely draws Northwestern on Wednesday, and (if they advance) sets up a rematch with Purdue—with a potential Nebraska game looming after that. The guys discuss what Indiana realistically needs to do, what the bubble looks like nationally, and why this week can still change the feel of the entire season.

Indiana fell to Ohio State 91–78 in Columbus in the regular-season finale, dropping to 18–13 overall and 9–11 in Big Ten play and effectively ending their at-large NCAA tournament hopes. The Hoosiers kept the game competitive early but were undone by Ohio State's hot perimeter shooting and Indiana's inability to match the Buckeyes' physicality and shot creation for long stretches.Jerod Morris, Ryan Phillips, Mike Wiemuth, and Bob Moats break down the disappointing road loss and what it says about Indiana's roster and future:Ohio State's blistering three-point shooting that repeatedly stretched Indiana's defense beyond its limitsThe physical mismatch that showed up in rebounding battles, defensive rotations, and late-game foulingLamar Wilkerson's aggressive play — including one costly late decision — that captured both his importance and the burden he carried all seasonWhy Indiana's roster construction left them without enough playmakers or shot creators to keep up with elite Big Ten teamsThe defensive dilemma of trying to contain Bruce Thornton while Ohio State's other weapons punished every adjustmentJerod's sobering “banner moment” reflection on what the end of the regular season means for the program's immediate futureThe looming offseason and why roster upgrades are now the clearest path forward for Darian DeVries' systemPlus, 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.

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On the latest Bubble Watch, GC looks at Indiana's spot on the bubble and talks about why he currently has them in the field --- and what the rest of the field looks like. With a week until Selection Sunday, can the Hoosiers atone for some underwhelming recent games and find their way into the tournament?

Ah yes it's that old familiar feeling. The chips are down, our backs are against the wall, and with the whole season seemingly on the line, the Hoosiers go out and totally sh*! the bed.We are, of course, talking about IU men's basketball, with an all-time great player who played on some all-time great teams, Brian "Dutch" Evans. This year's team is not one of those teams. And while this episode could have been recorded after any one of many, many, many such disappointing outings by the Hoosiers over the last 30 years, this one happened yesterday against the Buckeyes in what now seems to be an annual "Battle of The Bubble Teams."But hey... we're still the undefeated Big Ten and National Champions in football!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Niziolek and Zach Osterman discuss Indiana's pivotal looming regular-season finale at Ohio State, where the Hoosiers' NCAA tournament resume stands as the calendar winds toward Selection Sunday and what a reasonable path from here might be for Darian DeVries' team.

Indiana rolled past Minnesota 77–47 to improve to 18–12 overall and 9–10 in Big Ten play, delivering one of the team's most complete performances of the season at exactly the moment it was needed most. After losing four straight and watching their NCAA tournament hopes slip, the Hoosiers responded with a dominant defensive effort, balanced scoring, and a decisive closing run late in the first half that effectively ended the game early. Jerod Morris, Andy Bottoms, and Brian Tonsoni break down the emphatic win and what it means heading into a crucial road test at Ohio State:The decisive late-first-half burst that turned a somewhat close game into a comfortable Indiana leadSam Alexis' dominant interior presence that earned him the night's game ballTucker DeVries' all-around stat line and leadership performance that showcased how valuable his versatility can beIndiana's suffocating defensive performance that held Minnesota to just 47 points and one of its worst offensive nights of the seasonThe massive edge in points off turnovers that turned defensive stops into easy scoring opportunitiesWhy this balanced team effort — on both ends of the floor — looked like the Indiana team fans had been hoping to see for weeksWhat the win means for Indiana's fading NCAA tournament hopes with a massive bubble matchup looming against Ohio StatePlus, 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.

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Join Jeff Marlow and Kathy Amos on the next episode of Doing The Work as they recap the Hoosiers' BTT likely season loss to OSUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys look at the skill set that this WR from Indiana brings to the table that helped his team win the National Championship this past season.  He's a very tough and aggressive part of the reason the Hoosiers won, and that may transfer over to his playing on Sundays... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the calendar turns to March, the guys react to both Indiana and Purdue playing some of their worst basketball of the season. Plus, tag decisions loom for Colts (the deadline is right after this episode was taped), worst state colleges, and the guys get into a debate on high vs. low seeds, for some unknown reason.Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: The Very BestChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Phillyapolis (Chocolate blonde)

Listen to the latest installment in our ongoing series, “40 Indiana guitar pioneers every Hoosier should know.” The series explores the music and history of Indiana guitarists who made lasting contributions to American music — some world famous, others lesser known.  This time, we focus on South Bend guitarist Willie Woods, best known for his work with Jr. Walker & the All Stars. When their 1965 hit “Shotgun” climbed the charts, listeners heard the blazing saxophone of Junior Walker. But beneath that horn was Woods' tight, percussive guitar. Born in Louisiana in 1936, Woods moved to South Bend as a child, where he became active in the city's R&B scene during the 1950s. Initially known as a singer, he joined a band formed by his longtime friend, drummer Billy “Stix” Nicks, and saxophonist Junior Walker. Determined to contribute more fully to the group's sound, Woods taught himself guitar and soon became the band's permanent guitarist. The group, then known as the Jumping Jacks, performed throughout northern Indiana and southern Michigan before relocating to Battle Creek, Michigan. The band attracted the attention of singer, songwriter, and label executive Harvey Fuqua. In 1962, they made their first recordings and adopted the name Jr. Walker & the All Stars. Soon after, they signed with Motown Records, achieving international success with “Shotgun.” Woods appeared on the group's first two Motown albums, Shotgun and Soul Session. By the late 1960s, Woods left the All Stars and returned to the Midwest. In the early 1970s, he performed with the Battle Creek funk band The Apaches, writing their cult-classic 1972 single “Trying to Make Ends Meet.” Willie Woods died of lung cancer in 1997 at age 60, two years after Junior Walker's passing. Though he was rarely in the spotlight, Woods helped define the early sound of Jr. Walker & the All Stars. His rhythm guitar provided the foundation that allowed Walker's saxophone to soar.

Join Jeff Marlow and Kathy Amos on the next episode of Doing The Work as they discuss the Hoosiers' games versus PSU and NebraskaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we welcome legendary sound mixer and CAS President Peter Kurland, CAS. Peter is a BAFTA-winning, Grammy-winning, 4x Oscar-nominated, and 3x CAS Award-winning Sound Mixer who's worked on films such as Blood Simple, Hoosiers, Raising Arizona, Barton Fink, Fargo, Men in Black, The Big Lebowski, O Brother Where Are Thou, The Man Who Wasn't There, Walk The Line, No Country for Old Men, A Serious Man, True Grit, Inside Llewan Davis, and The Tragedy of Macbeth. In our conversation, Peter shares his origin story, about his decades-long collaboration with the Coen Brothers, and stories from capturing sound on set. He also offers insights and advice for the next generation of artists and storytellers today. “The Making Of” is presented by AJA:Butcher Bird Studios solves common video routing and I/O challenges with AJAStep inside Butcher Bird Studios' hybrid production environment with Technical Director Brian Druckman and Executive Producer MeeRa Kim. They explain how KUMO SDI routers and Io 4K Plus help their team deliver flexible routing, low-latency monitoring, and streamlined I/O inside and outside the studio. Read the full interview.Kodak Celebrates Kristen Stewart, Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Joachim Trier and Patricia Keighley at the 8th Annual Kodak Film AwardsChristopher Nolan Presents Inaugural Keighley Award at ASC Clubhouse CeremonyOn March 2, Kodak hosted the 8th Annual Kodak Film Awards at the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse in Hollywood, honoring filmmakers and artists whose work continues to advance cinematic storytelling on film. 2026 Honorees included: Debut Feature Award: Kristen Stewart (presented by Corey C. Waters, Director of Photography), Lumière Award: Autumn Durald Arkapaw (presented by Vanessa Bendetti, VP and Head of Motion Picture, Kodak), Auteur Award: Joachim Trier (presented by Jason Reitman, Director), Keighley Award: Patricia Keighley of IMAX (presented by Christopher Nolan, Director, Producer and Screenwriter), Music & Commercial Film Director Award: Salomon Ligthelm (presented by Ali Brown, PRETTYBIRD President/Executive Producer), Television Series of the Year: Fallout (presented by Vanessa Bendetti, VP and Head of Motion Picture, Kodak). Read more hereLos Angeles Event: ZEISS Aatma Lenses - A Conversation with Pascale Marin, AFCTuesday, March 10th | Los AngelesJoin ZEISS Cinema at the Showroom for an in-depth discussion and demo of the new ZEISS Aatma cinema lenses. Director Helene de Roux and cinematographer Pascale Marin, AFC will be on hand to discuss their experience using the lenses to craft the short film Welcoming Grace. Join us from 6pm-9pm on March 10th to be one of the first to experience this unique lens family from ZEISS!RSVP for free hereAttendees will receive free parking validation.Now with Massive 8TB Capacity—Thunderbolt 5 SpeedThe OWC Envoy Pro Ultra now comes in a new 8TB capacity, pairing enormous space with next‑generation Thunderbolt 5 performance. With real‑world speeds over 6000 MB/s and a rugged, bus‑powered design, it's perfect for 4K/8K workflows, on‑location shoots, and fast media offloads. High‑speed, high‑capacity, and ready for serious creative work. Browse hereA New Solution from Atomos:The Atomos Shogun AV-19 Rack-Mounted 4K HDR Monitor/Recorder/Switcher is your all-in-one solution for professional live production, combining a stunning 19” 4K HDR DCI-P3 display with quad-channel switching, real-time ISO recording of up to four camera feeds plus program out, and support for 10-bit Apple ProRes, ProRes RAW, and Avid DNx recording to CFexpress or USB-C media. Perfect for studios, video village, and broadcast environments, it delivers the monitoring accuracy and workflow efficiency your production demands. The Atomos Shogun AV-19 is available for pre-order now for $2,099.00. Learn more at Videoguys.com or call our production experts at 800-323-2325 today!Advertise in The Making Of:Feature your products or solutions in The Making Of and reach over 250,000 film and TV industry each week.To explore a partnership, please email mvalinsky@me.comPodcast Rewind:Feb. 2026 - Ep. 122. Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe

In this heartfelt episode of The Summits Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Daniel Abdallah sit down with twin sisters Liz Childers and Norma Unser to share an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about their family's journey with cancer. Liz and Norma open up about how cancer has profoundly impacted their lives, with their mom, Liz, and Norma all facing breast cancer diagnoses. They discuss the emotional and physical challenges of their battles, the critical role of routine screenings in early detection, and the strength they've found in each other. The conversation also highlights the groundbreaking work of the Cancer Vaccine Coalition and the hope it brings for the future of cancer outcomes and prevention. Liz and Norma's story is a powerful reminder of resilience, the importance of advocacy, and the strides being made in the fight against cancer. Learn more about the Cancer Vaccine Coalition: https://cancervaccinecoalition.org/ Shop Lizzie Lu's Crew hats! https://lizzielucrew.com/

From the New York Times bestselling author of Charlie Hustle and Fly Girls comes one of America's greatest sports stories: the improbable rise of Larry Bird and the Indiana State Sycamores.In the fall 1974, Larry Bird-one of the greatest players to ever pick up a basketball-was lost, and in danger of slipping away.He had dropped out of Indiana University, spurning legendary Hoosiers head coach Bobby Knight. He returned home to French Lick, a tiny town in the second poorest county in Indiana, and he got a job hauling trash.It could have ended right there for Bird, were it not for two men: Bob King, an old coach with bad knees, and Bill Hodges, a man who knew what it was like to be poor and overlooked. In the spring of 1975, during one of the darkest chapters of Bird's life, King and Hodges convinced Bird to leave French Lick and play basketball at Indiana State University, a college that couldn't even fill its arena, much less compete with Bobby Knight. Then, while no one was watching, King and Hodges built a team of players around Bird who were just like him: they were castoffs and leftovers, ready to work.Four years later, in March 1979, this unheralded team would put together one of the greatest seasons in American sports history. By the time it was over, more than 50 million people would tune in to watch the Indiana State Sycamores play in the NCAA finals against Magic Johnson and Michigan State.What happened that night would change college basketball and the NBA. Perhaps more importantly, it would change the members of this hardscrabble team, binding them together forever. In some ways, their one shining moment would never end.Drawing on exclusive, in-depth interviews with players, coaches, and staffers, New York Times bestselling author and PEN American award-winning biographer Keith O'Brien offers a stirring account of the mighty Indiana State Sycamores. With its unforgettable ensemble cast, Heartland is more than just a sports book. It's the story of a group of young men who achieved the greatest feat of all: immortality.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Grace Ybarra and Galen Clavio keep things light (Disney trips, Southwest chaos, and a couple of new championship set pieces) before touching briefly on Indiana men's basketball's home loss to Michigan State and what it means for the Hoosiers' bubble outlook heading into Senior Night vs Minnesota. Then it's football time: Indiana sends a program-record nine players to the NFL Combine, and the show reacts to some of the best quotes of the week — including reflections on Curt Cignetti, the journey from belief to a title, and Fernando Mendoza being… Fernando Mendoza. They also revisit what makes Indiana's culture and “businesslike” standard so distinctive, with a great pull from Bryant Haines on what it took to wake up the fan base.

Indiana Governor Mike Braun gives himself a “B+” for this year's legislative session, saying that his administration successfully tackled issues of affordability and government efficiency. The parent company of Indianapolis's largest electric utility is going private. The parent company of AES Indiana has agreed to a $33 billion buyout from BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners. U.S. and Israeli militaries are pledging to continue strikes on Iran. Lugar Plaza in downtown Indianapolis by the City County Building is now officially a city park - that means stricter rules, like no smoking. A new bridge along the Nickel Plate Trail was opened on Friday. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Indiana dropped its fourth straight game, falling 77–64 to Michigan State as the Hoosiers' late-season slide continued and their NCAA tournament hopes faded further. Despite sustained effort and moments of competitiveness, Indiana again struggled to overcome talent gaps, rebounding issues, and offensive limitations against a top-tier Big Ten opponent. Coach Tonsoni and Ryan Phillips break down another frustrating loss and what it says about Indiana's present — and future:How Indiana's defensive adjustment to a matchup zone briefly slowed Michigan State but couldn't overcome sustained shooting efficiencyThe momentum-killing offensive rebounds that repeatedly erased Indiana runsWhy the Hoosiers' offense stalled without a consistent downhill creator to put defenses in rotationThe growing consensus that effort isn't the issue — roster talent and fit areTucker DeVries' all-around performance and leadership amid difficult offensive circumstancesThe broader impact of Indiana's four-game skid on postseason hopes and program trajectoryWhy the upcoming offseason — especially portal additions — now looms as the program's most important stretchPlus, key statistical takeaways, game ball and Hoosier Hustle Award selections, and a discussion of how Indiana should approach the final games with pride and long-term perspective in mind.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 men's basketball's loss to Michigan State and take a clear-eyed look at where the Hoosiers are right now after four straight defeats. They discuss what's been hardest to sustain in Big Ten play, why the margins have felt so thin lately, and which areas Indiana most needs to shore up—especially on the defensive end and on the glass.The conversation also looks ahead: what this stretch reveals about roster building in the portal era, why the upcoming offseason is an important opportunity for Darian DeVries and the staff, and what Indiana can prioritize to create a more consistent foundation going into next season.

Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss the two super performances by Arkansas players at the NFL Combine. Zach Abolverdi of Gators Online and WRUF radio previews Florida's spring football practice beginning Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:47) – Play-by-play broadcaster and Butler graduate, Brandon Gaudin, joins the program to recap what went wrong last night for the Purdue Boilermakers against the Michigan State Spartans. He also notes some things that stood out about Tom Izzo’s team that IU must keep in mind with the Hoosiers set to play the Spartans this weekend. Finally, Jake asks Brandon who is the best team in college basketball, based off what he has watched. (12:47-36:27) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake by revealing something that could be worth monitoring in the following days, weeks, and month of the combine surrounding one Hoosier in the draft. Kevin weighs in on who is at fault for the lack of development from Anthony Richardson and evaluates if Fernando Mendoza is a true first overall pick or a de facto first overall pick because of the lack of depth at quarterback in this class. (36:27-53:29) – Ralph Reiff from Reiff Executive Performance Solutions joins the show to explain to Jake Query whether we can compare Tyrese Haliburton’s achilles recovery timeline to Jayson Tatum or Dejounte Murray with their recent strides in recovery. Jake asks Ralph about shingles with Haliburton being diagnosed with them last week in relation to his achilles recovery and comments on how the medical personnel get all the results and tests done in an expedited way for the NFL Draft prospects.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:42) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison cherishing the weather outside. They also recap last night’s Pacers loss to the Hornets with Charlotte showing that they are an up-and-coming team. Additionally, Fernando Mendoza said something interesting at the NFL Combine today that stood out to Jake. He draws parallels to Anthony Richardson. (25:42-38:54) – Play-by-play broadcaster and Butler graduate, Brandon Gaudin, joins the program to recap what went wrong last night for the Purdue Boilermakers against the Michigan State Spartans. He also notes some things that stood out about Tom Izzo’s team that IU must keep in mind with the Hoosiers set to play the Spartans this weekend. Finally, Jake asks Brandon who is the best team in college basketball, based off what he has watched. (38:54-47:21) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake debating which person was a bigger icon of the 80s, David Lee Roth or Phil Collins? (47:21-1:14:35) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake by revealing something that could be worth monitoring in the following days, weeks, and month of the combine surrounding one Hoosier in the draft. Kevin weighs in on who is at fault for the lack of development from Anthony Richardson and evaluates if Fernando Mendoza is a true first overall pick or a de facto first overall pick because of the lack of depth at quarterback in this class. (1:14:35-1:32:04) – Ralph Reiff from Reiff Executive Performance Solutions joins the show to explain to Jake Query whether we can compare Tyrese Haliburton’s achilles recovery timeline to Jayson Tatum or Dejounte Murray with their recent strides in recovery. Jake asks Ralph about shingles with Haliburton being diagnosed with them last week in relation to his achilles recovery and comments on how the medical personnel get all the results and tests done in an expedited way for the NFL Draft prospects. (1:32:04-1:34:00) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes Jake and Eddie discussing how beautiful the weather outside is and (1:34:00-2:02:01) – Hour number two of Query & Company kicks off Jake and Eddie recapping last night’s loss for the Pacers against the Hornets because they both saw a Charlotte team that reminded them of a previous version of the Pacers. Shakamak Boy’s Basketball Head Coach Brody Crow joins the program to highlight a very cool story that Jake witnessed on social media about one their senior players! (2:02:01-2:13:21) – Every Friday at 2:30pm, Jake Query shares a Good For The Heart story sponsored by Franciscan Health. Today, Jake is joined by Dr. George Loley from Franciscan Health to discuss ways to minimize your chances at a heart attack and some of the symptoms you could experience. (2:17:48-2:20:06) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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Legends of Hoosier Hysteria: 1954 Montezuma High School the Tiny school that almost Beat Milan in the Sweet 16

The Athletic’s Dane Brugler joins us to discuss what he’s seen at the Combine to this point, the Indiana Hoosiers taking over the Combine this year, D’Angelo Ponds and how high he could be drafted, Dillon Thieneman’s draft stock, how high is too high for Jermiyah Love?, Caleb Downs’ potential, his favorite Indy establishment & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana suffered a devastating 72–68 home loss to Northwestern, falling to 17–11 overall and 8–9 in Big Ten play after squandering a strong first half and enduring another prolonged offensive drought. The Hoosiers built an early lead behind hot shooting but went cold late, allowing a struggling Northwestern team to seize control and dramatically complicate Indiana's NCAA tournament outlook. Andy, Ryan, and Coach Tonsoni break down a frustrating defeat that exposed familiar issues on both ends of the floor:How Indiana's red-hot start — fueled by Lamar Wilkerson's early shooting — unraveled into a second-half scoring drought that decided the gameWhy the offense stalled into perimeter passing and late-clock jumpers during a decisive 10-minute stretch without a field goalThe puzzling rotation decisions surrounding Tayton Conerway despite his clear impact attacking the rimDefensive breakdowns and matchup choices that allowed Northwestern's Nick Martinelli to take over the second halfThe rebounding and physicality gaps that turned a struggling opponent into the more aggressive teamMissed late foul calls that loomed large — while also highlighting why Indiana never should have been in that positionWhat this loss means for Indiana's tournament chances with urgency now surrounding the final stretch of the seasonPlus, the Hall of a Moment, game balls, Hoosier Hustle Award, and a candid discussion of where Indiana stands heading into a critical matchup with Michigan State.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.

Tony's live from DC covering last night's State of the Union. The experience of watching the speech in person. Tony was right, Steve Bannon was wrong. There are many Hoosiers, including those on the right that do not want to grow. Trump focused on what matters to us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's NFL Combine week in Indy and while the guys find the event overrated, they get into the Colts' approach to their in-house free agents as decisions loom on Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce. Also, the Pacers tank-a-thon continues, Purdue's ceiling, IU's standing as an at-large team, and Derek reminds Jake about his birthday.Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Always SunnyChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Built to Last (German pilsner)

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Indiana fell to Purdue 93-64 in West Lafayette, dropping to 17-10 overall and 8-8 in Big Ten play after a game the Boilermakers controlled from the opening minutes. What began as a tough road test quickly turned into a lopsided rivalry loss, as Indiana struggled to generate offense, defend consistently, or match Purdue's physicality for nearly the entire 40 minutes.Jerod, Andy, and Galen break down a disappointing performance and what it reveals about Indiana's ceiling heading into the final stretch of the season:Tayton Conerway's aggressive driving and playmaking performance that stood out as one of the few bright spots in an otherwise flat offensive nightWhy Indiana's defensive effort — including zero steals and just one offensive rebound — raised deeper concerns about toughness and intensity against elite competitionHow Purdue's defensive game plan neutralized Indiana's perimeter threats and forced the Hoosiers into stagnant, uncomfortable offensive possessionsThe troubling trend of Indiana's defensive decline since January and what the underlying numbers reveal about effort versus schematic issuesNick Dorn's recent struggles on both ends and the difficult roster dilemma created when a streaky shooter stops producing offensivelyTucker DeVries' surprisingly low shot volume and whether Indiana can succeed when one of its primary scorers becomes more facilitator than aggressorWhat consecutive blowout road losses mean for Indiana's NCAA tournament outlook and the urgency facing the team in upcoming must-win gamesPlus, as always: the big moments you might have missed, stats that stood out, and our game ball and hustle award.ALERT: And some NSFW musical fun at the very end. (If you wouldn't be comfortable with your kids listening to an unedited Bob Knight locker room speech, then don't them listen to the very end.)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.

Ben Maller talks about the Chicago Bears working on a deal to build a stadium in Indiana, Bears QB Caleb Williams saying he "gives no f*cks" about the nail painting criticism, Pete Crow-Armstrong praising Cubs fans while pooping on the Dodgers fans, Maller to the Third Degree, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.