Best BigTen Podcasts (2025)

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PACERS PANDEMONIUM 1:02:42

2d ago1:02:42

1:02:42

This Pacers party just keeps on rolling, this time headlined by Tyrese Haliburton's historic playoff performance. Now up 3-1 in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Hysterics revel in and marvel at this massive bounce back game from the one basketball team the entire state of Indiana can get behind. Later, the discussion dives into the state of colle…

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IU Football- Back in the Playoffs?! (plus MORE PACERS!!) 1:51:31

9d ago1:51:31

1:51:31

Matt Weaver of Peegs.com joins the pod to bring his unmatched insight and information on all things Hoosier football. How did things go in spring practice?? What's up with the portal and high school recruiting?? How does Fernando Mendoza stack up to Kurtis Rourke?? What is the talent level and roster depth at every position group?? And, of course, …

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Bloodround #497 w Joey Blaze 1:49:21

9d ago1:49:21

1:49:21

This week we connect with Joey Blaze - NCAA Finalist and 3rd place finisher at the World Team Trials. We talk about his experiences on the big stage, his perpective going into Final X, and how cool it was wrestling in the NCAA finals. We also talk about his teammates, being a leader, and about coach Ersland and his impact. Joey proves to be wise be…

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IUBB & IUFB Expectations, plus Pacers!! 1:38:59

15d ago1:38:59

1:38:59

The Hysterics square off mano e mano to talk expectations for the upcoming IU Football and IU Basketball seasons now that the rosters are full and the schedules are set. How many win and losses? What are our post-season prospects? Will we be happy or sad?? So on and so forth... you know the drill! First, however, if we’re talking about hoops in the…

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Bloodround #496 w Alex Cramer 1:36:42

16d ago1:36:42

1:36:42

This week Tommy and I talk with recent Central Michigan Alumni and one of my all time favorite Chippewa wrestlers, Alex Cramer. We talk through his experience starting at Old Dominion, transfering to Central Michigan, battling through adversity and knee injuries, and getting back to the lineup. We also talk through the future of the Chippewas. Then…

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Are the Buckeyes STILL the Team to Beat? | Bigger Ten #184 44:55

23d ago44:55

44:55

In this season finale of Bigger Ten, hosts Steve Dase and Aaron McIntire reflect on the past academic year in the Big Ten, discuss projections for the upcoming college football season, and analyze team expectations and coaching hot seats. They also delve into the impact of new teams joining the conference, the ongoing drought of Big Ten basketball …

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Bloodround #495 w Brock Bergelin 1:38:43

24d ago1:38:43

1:38:43

This week we talk with Brock Bergelin, CMU Wrestling alumni, and proprietor of https://3pointtakedownwrestlingapparel.com/. We talk about starting a shoe company, getting into it in the first place. We also talk through coaching wrestling in West Michigan, and we talk through the college wrestling landscape as it continues to develop. We also talk …

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IUBB Staff & Roster Breakdown w/ JEFF RABJOHNS 1:45:31

25d ago1:45:31

1:45:31

We got a staff, and we got a squad... now what do we make of them?? Rather than figure it out ourselves, let's turn to the one and only Jeff Rabjohns, publisher of Peegs.com, to break down each new player and assistant coach added to the IU program in Darian DeVries first 7 whirlwind weeks as the Hoosiers head honcho. See Privacy Policy at https://…

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Bloodround #494 1:28:18

1M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

This week we talk through Kyle Dake's career and reminisce about his exciting career and what we can look forward to from him moving forward. We also talk through the US Open results across the weights and genders. We also talk through the National Duals and some of the exciting wrestling we'll get at that event!…

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BOBBY WILKERSON 2:35:15

1M ago2:35:15

2:35:15

“Bobby Wilkerson was the most valuable player I ever coached." - Bob Knight As if you needed anything more than that, consider this... during Bobby Wilkerson's career, Indiana was 86-6 overall and 48-2 in the Big Ten. He was a member of Big Ten championship teams in 1974, 1975 and 1976. He was instrumental in the IU victory over the gold medal Russ…

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PORTAL PARTY - Spaces Edition!! 1:13:23

1M ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Eric, Ward and Hoosier nation jump on a live Spaces to celebrate and discuss the portal additions of Lamar Wilkerson, Jasai Miles, and Tayton Conerway to Coach DeVries expanding roster. We love it when a plan starts coming together!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…

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#287: Season Finale 57:35

1M ago57:35

57:35

The Gopher season ended with a big THUD as they were eliminated in the 1st game of the NCAA Tournament. What went wrong? Blame the refs? It is not that simple. 6 underclassmen players have left to sign pro contracts. 5 players have graduated. There are a lot of spots on the roster for next season. Portal add. New recruits. So much to talk about on …

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Bloodround # 493 w Trevor Chumbley 1:34:00

1M ago1:34:00

1:34:00

This week we talk with NCAA All American Trevor Chumbley of the Northwestern WIldcats. We talk through his recent finish on the podium, and then we work chronologically backwards through his career and what he learned along the way. We also talk through his plans from here with his Northwestern education and his goals moving forward. We also talk t…

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IU PORTAL PLAYERS & ASSISTANT COACH UPDATES 1:26:17

2M ago1:26:17

1:26:17

The Hysterics talk about all the current and prospective recruits and staff for Coach DeVries inaugural IU squad, including the breaking news of assistant coach Kenny Johnson's return to Bloomington. 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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Episode #492 w Michael DeAugustino 1:20:42

2M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

This week Tommy and I discuss the Hodge results along with the upcoming National Duals Invitational and it's qualification structure and what we expect. I express my feelings that 5 remains greater than 1, and we talk through our excitement that money continues to be invested into growing the sport with events like the National Duals. Then I have t…

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SHERRON WILKERSON with surprise guests, plus JEFF RABJOHNS on IU Portal Prospects and Assistant Coaches 2:34:05

2M ago2:34:05

2:34:05

Newly crowned Indiana Class 4A Basketball Champion head coach Sherron Wilkerson returns to the pod to celebrate and reflect on his historic journey as both a player and a coach. And yes, a few of his Hoosier teammates show up to surprise and congratulate him! But first, Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs.com drops by to drop his considerable knowledge on all t…

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#286: It's Tourney Time with Carman! 1:45:08

2M ago1:45:08

1:45:08

Former Gopher Mike Carman joined the show as we previewed the NCAA Tournament regionals coming up this weekend. The big guns need to show up if the Gophers are going to advance to the Frozen Four. We cover that as well as the small things that are important to make that happen.

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Recapping a Historic Weekend for the Big Ten (And the Terps’ Bizarre One) | Bigger Ten #183 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

Steve and Aaron react to the Big Ten's performance in the big dance, and react to coaching changes at Iowa, Minnesota, and Indiana.

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Bloodhound #491 1:25:52

2M ago1:25:52

1:25:52

This week Tommy returns! We discuss the NCAA results primarily. We also discuss some of the fun commentary from DC, JB, Rock and the rest of the crew. We also talk about the AAs, some fun storylines, and our general thoughts on the entire event. I swear rather heavily in this one, so be prepared. I was excited!…

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DARIAN DeVRIES BREAKDOWN - WE GOT A NEW COACH!!! 1:27:18

2M ago1:27:18

1:27:18

Welcome to Indiana Coach Darian "D Rock" DeVries!!! In this episode The Hysterics give their initial takes on the surprising hire, then dive right into a series of clips from the Coach DeVries introductory press conference, breaking down and pouring over what our fearless new leader said for the first time as the Hoosier head honcho. Let the D Rock…

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#285: Venting frustration with Micheletti 57:27

3M ago57:27

57:27

The Gophers not only get knocked out of the Big Ten playoffs by Notre Dame. They lose Senior Aaron Huglen for the season to a broken leg in the process. We have Pat Micheletti on to vent all of our frustrations on this weeks show.

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Bloodround #490 1:01:29

3M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

This week I cover the B1Gs, and some of my takeaways from being there. The energy is different and exciting and I hope additive to the regular season. I also cover the brackets being released, my thoughts on the weights, along with where we should see some fun matches or guys to watch. I also reference how stupid it is that youth tournaments are sc…

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Big Ten Tourney Time Is HERE | Bigger Ten #182 29:50

3M ago29:50

29:50

Steve and Aaron discuss Michigan State's triumph in the Big Ten basketball regular season, and make their picks for the conference tournament.

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JON ROTHSTEIN on the IU Coaching Search 1:21:36

3M ago1:21:36

1:21:36

CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein joins the pod to give his take on everything to do with the search for Indiana's next men's basketball coach. How good is the Indiana job these days? What does he think of the foremost mentioned candidates? Are there any great coaches out there we haven't been talking about? All this and more on t…

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IU COACHING SEARCH - SPACES SPECIAL with JEFF RABJOHNS 1:17:49

3M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

The Hoosier Hysterics News Network is joined by intrepid Peegs.com publisher Jeff "Rabby" Rabjohns for all the latest chatter on the Indiana coaching search. And according to some very credible sources, you'll never believe which prospective coach IU met with today! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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#284: The B1G Tournament begins, with Jack Ramsey 49:45

3M ago49:45

49:45

The Gophers earn a share of the Big Ten Title, but also will not have to sit idol this week and will face Notre Dame at 3M Arena at Mariucci this weekend. We cover the 4 out of 6 points they earned at Penn State and also previewed the rest of the Big Ten Tournament as well.

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GENE HACKMAN TRIBUTE with ANGELO PIZZO & DAVID ANSPAUGH 2:12:38

3M ago2:12:38

2:12:38

As the world mourns the passing of acting icon Gene Hackman, we Hoosiers feel the loss of our beloved Coach Norman Dale. In honor of this brilliant artist and legendary role, the Hysterics are honored to be joined by the two people who brought Hoosiers to life, writer Angelo Pizzo and director David Anspaugh. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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Bloodround #489 w Ryan Holmes 1:04:58

3M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

This week I am joined by Ryan Holmes who covers the B1G with me at Intermat. We discuss him getting into wrestling, his college football career, and how he got into journalism. We also talk through some specific experiences and people that he values in the sport. We also talk through the B1G conference and some of the things we are looking forward …

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#283: Back in the driver seat with an OSU sweep 48:40

3M ago48:40

48:40

A big sweep at home over Ohio State sets up and even bigger weekend at Penn State with a small 2pt lead over Michigan State for the Big Ten Title!

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PAINTER, DUSTY & WHO'S NEXT?? with "DUTCH" EVANS 2:14:14

3M ago2:14:14

2:14:14

Alongside Brian "Dutch" Evans, the Hysterics serve Matt "Porkchop" Painter a helping of just desserts for hopping on his high horse in his post-game presser, right after his faltering Turdue squad got smashed in Assembly. That's then followed by a brief eulogy for the hope of Dusty May leading Indiana back to greatness for the next quarter century.…

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Bloodround #488 w Austin Sommer 1:01:20

3M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

This week I am joined by Austin Sommer, one of my counterparts on the Intermat podcast. We talk through some of his experiences growing up in the Lehigh Valley and with the sport of wrestling. We also talk about his college career at Drexel, and some of the things that fans might not think about with respect to balancing life and competition in col…

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#282: Chilling from a Fish House with Cappy 50:09

3M ago50:09

50:09

We did this show from a fish house on Fish Lake in Maple Grove for the Fiber to the Fish House event by Gateway Fiber and Pulltab Sports! BTN's Paul Caponigri was our guest to help us preview the big weekend with Ohio State.

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TOM CREAN on the IU COACHING VACANCY 2:20:29

3M ago2:20:29

2:20:29

Who better to speak on what it takes to be head coach for the Hoosiers than Tom Crean?? No one, that's who!! Hear Tom's unmatched insight on what goes into the hiring of a new IU coach, and the criteria he thinks is paramount when assessing potential candidates. Speaking of which, Coach Crean then goes on to give us his expert analysis on the top n…

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Where the Big Ten Stacks Up Heading Into Spring Football | Bigger Ten #181 34:44

4M ago34:44

34:44

Steve and Aaron take a look at recruiting rankings for the Big Ten, and how they stack up against the rest of the CFB landscape.

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#281: It's good to be the Kinger 1:01:59

4M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

We are back from the bye week and ready for the stretch run! We thought it was a great chance to get John King from Pulltab Sports on for his yearly appearance on the podcast! We've got BADger sweep. Gum Chewing. 3 class State Tournament. Just to name a few of the topics! Fun show as we also previewed the big weekend at Michigan!…

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Bloodround #487 w Robbie Wendell 57:37

4M ago57:37

57:37

This week I am joined by Robbie Wendell who covers the ACC for Intermat and is a part of the Intermat podcast with me. We talk all things ACC, but we start off with the Virginia Cavaliers, and the impact that guys like Steve Garland and Jim Harshaw have had on that group over the years. Additionally, we talk through the rest of the programs in the …

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THE WOODY ERA IS OVER! WHO IS OUR NEXT COACH?? with JEFF RABJOHNS 1:24:02

4M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

MIKE WOODSON HAS BEEN RETIRED!! The world's foremost expert on IU men's hoops, Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs.com, tells us what he knows about everything to do with Woody getting the boot. MOVING ON!! Who will be hired to at long last lead our program out of the darkness and back atop the shining throne of college basketball?? Brad Stevens? Dusty May? Mic…

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JEFF RABJOHNS RETURNS! 1:55:40

4M ago1:55:40

1:55:40

Jeff Rabjohns once more graces Hoosier fans with his unmatched insight and towering knowledge of all things IU men's basketball. Armed with his expert opinion and a boat load of cold hard facts, Rabby answers all the burning questions... what the hell is going on with this team? Can we even make the tourney?? What is the trajectory of this program?…

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IU QB FERNANDO MENDOZA 1:11:17

4M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Fernando Mendoza is everything you want in a QB... size, strength, toughness, heart, brains, experience, drive, charisma, humor and confidence. He is a born leader. And oh yeah, Fernando is now the one thing needed above all else to be your new favorite quarterback... he's an Indiana Hoosier!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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#280: BADger week with Milewski 59:39

4M ago59:39

59:39

It's BADger week, so of course we are going to have Todd Milewski on from the Wisconsin State Journal! We covered the terrible weekend in East Lancing against Michigan State. Is that rock bottom? Hope so! Beyond that, we get in to how much better Wisconsin is playing these days, will it be enough to get in the the NCAA Tournament? What happens betw…

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Bloodround #486 w Justin Oliver of Northwestern 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This week I speak with Justin Oliver - Assistant Wrestling Coach at Northwestern University. We talk through some of his movement since we've had him on the podcast, from Buffalo to Michigan State to Northern Colorado, and eventually to Evanston Illinois to coach the Wildcats. We also talk through the team, some of the veterans who stand out along …

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#279: Micheletti Musings 58:23

4M ago58:23

58:23

A big series with Michigan State also means we need a big guest to cover all of it. So former Gopher and current TV & Radio analyst Pat Micheletti is on the show to cover all of it. We get deep in to the 4 points against Notre Dame. Penalty kill issues. Goaltending. And what Minnesota needs to do this weekend against MSU.…

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"IS WOODY DONE?" with BRIAN EVANS 1:15:57

4M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Brian "Dutch" Evans is back to assess the current status of IUMBB, and whether or not the Mike Woodson era at IU is truly over. 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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#278: Hanging out with Jack Ramsey 53:47

5M ago53:47

53:47

Former Gopher Jack Ramsey was back with us for the first time in a year! He helped us recap the OSU weekend and preview the home series with Notre Dame. He may have some answers to help the Gopher power play too!