CrimsonCast

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CrimsonCast is the longest-running podcast focused on IU Athletics. Founded in 2008, the podcast provides regular discussion about Indiana football, Indiana basketball, and interesting things related to being an IU fan. We regularly cover Indiana University culture, Bloomington / Indianapolis / state of Indiana culture, college sports business, and a ton of other things. CrimsonCast is a proud member of the Back Home Network, the place where Hoosiers across the country gather to talk about their favorite teams.

  1. 3 HR AGO

    The Indy 500’s Historic Finish, IMS Revival, and Curt Cignetti’s Pace Car Moment

    Galen Clavio is joined by Scott Caulfield and Bob Moats for a Back Home Network crossover episode reacting to a remarkable 2026 Indy 500. The conversation starts with the spectacle of race day itself — the sellout crowd, the improved IMS fan experience, the changing audience, and why Indianapolis Motor Speedway feels healthier than it has in years. Then the guys break down the race: Felix Rosenqvist’s unforgettable final lap, David Malukas’s brutal near-miss, Pato O’Ward, Marcus Armstrong, Scott McLaughlin, late-race strategy, cautions, crashes, and the bigger picture for IndyCar as a driver-driven series with real momentum. And because this is CrimsonCast, there’s plenty of Indiana flavor: Curt Cignetti in the pace car, IU football’s growing cultural presence, Jim Cornelison, the Purdue band, and what the Indy 500’s balance of tradition and modernization might teach the rest of Indiana sports.

    1hr 26min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    College Sports Is A Mess Right Now: Ben Portnoy on NIL, SEC Breakaway & CFP Expansion

    Ben Portnoy of Sports Business Journal joins Galen Clavio for a wide-ranging CrimsonCast conversation about the unstable future of college sports. They break down the latest fights over NIL, athlete compensation, federal legislation, the College Sports Commission, SEC and Big Ten power plays, possible conference self-governance, and why the College Football Playoff expansion debate is as much about media money as it is about access. They also get into how the transfer portal has changed roster building, why Big Ten programs have found different paths to national success, and what college football might learn from pro sports models like the NFL, MLB, and even open-wheel racing.

    48 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    The 1992 IU-Duke Final Four Heartbreaker That Still Haunts Indiana Fans

    What if Indiana had finished the job in 1992? On this episode of The Crimson Era, Coach Tonsoni and Scott go back to one of the most painful “what ifs” in IU basketball history — Indiana’s legendary 1992 Final Four battle with Duke. From the controversial foul trouble to Todd Leary catching absolute fire late, the guys break down the game that still has Hoosier fans talking more than 30 years later. Could this have been Bob Knight’s last great championship team? Did the officiating change the game? And would Indiana have beaten Michigan for the national title? This one is a full-on trip through classic IU basketball history. 🏀 Topics include: Indiana vs Duke in the 1992 Final FourBob Knight vs Coach KCalbert Cheaney, Damon Bailey & Todd Leary memoriesThe controversial officiating and foul disparityDuke’s run to another national titleWhether IU would’ve beaten Michigan’s Fab FiveWhy 1992 may have been Indiana’s last true title window under KnightHow the game still impacts IU basketball history todayWhether you lived through it or only know the highlights, this is one of the defining games of the Crimson Era. Drop your memories from the 1992 Final Four in the comments 👇Did Indiana get robbed… or did Duke simply survive? Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more IU basketball and football coverage all offseason long. #IndianaBasketball #IUBB #Hoosiers #BobKnight #FinalFour #DukeBasketball #CalbertCheaney #DamonBailey #BackHomeNetwork

    41 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    Hoosier the Bison Revealed, Sam Sarver Goes Viral, and an Indy 500 Preview

    Galen Clavio and Grace Ybarra are back with a packed CrimsonCast episode covering Hoosier the Bison, the reveal of Abbey Armstrong, and why Indiana’s mascot moment has landed so well with IU fans. They also talk through the latest debate over College Football Playoff expansion, the move toward a larger NCAA Tournament, and a great week for IU men’s soccer after Sam Sarver turned a late FC Dallas goal into one of the most viral MLS celebrations of the year. Then it’s full Indy 500 mode: qualifying, weather worries, race-day traditions, Grace’s memories from the track, and winner picks for “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.”

    1hr 8min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Colin McMahon on Indiana Football’s Title Aftermath, 2026 Roster, and Recruiting Surge

    Galen Clavio welcomes Colin McMahon of The Hoosier/On3 to talk through the new reality of Indiana football after a national championship season. They discuss how quickly the program’s culture has changed, what it was like to cover the title run as both a student and reporter, and why the Hoosiers remain a serious national contender heading into 2026. The conversation also covers spring football takeaways, Josh Hoover, Tyler Morris, Indiana’s running back room, defensive reload, and the recruiting momentum building around Curt Cignetti’s program after another big weekend in Bloomington.

    38 min

  6. 6 DAYS AGO

    Indy 500 Preview: Palou, Malukas, Rossi, Race Picks, and Broadcast Notes

    Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield shift gears for one of the best weeks on the Indiana sports calendar: Indy 500 week. They break down the 2026 Indianapolis 500 starting grid, Alex Palou’s pole run, David Malukas and Alexander Rossi on the front row, and why this year’s field feels unusually balanced. The conversation covers Penske, Ganassi, Andretti, Pato O’Ward, Santino Ferrucci, Josef Newgarden starting deeper in the field, possible race-day surprises, and the storylines that would make for the biggest wins locally, nationally, and internationally. They also react to FOX’s qualifying broadcast and the quirks of watching the 500 as longtime Indiana sports fans. NOTE: We recorded this on Monday, before the Rossi / O'Ward / Grosjean accident happened. We hope everyone is okay!

    1hr 1min

  7. 15 MAY

    IU Basketball Roster Talk, Big Ten Schedule, Tournament Expansion & May in Indiana

    Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield are back on CrimsonCast with a wide-ranging mid-May episode. They open with Indy 500 season, IMS nostalgia, Homefield gear, and a very important Purdue Chipotle achievement before turning to Indiana basketball’s latest roster additions. The guys discuss Justin Munden, Clemens Sokolov, how Darren DeVries’ roster is coming together, why continuity matters after last year’s reset, and what IU’s Big Ten schedule looks like on paper. They also talk about the importance of reconnecting Indiana basketball with fans around the state, Curt Cignetti’s White House visit with IU football, Scott’s new Crimson Era history series, and the pros and cons of expanding the NCAA Tournament to 76 teams.

    1hr 13min

  8. 14 MAY

    Indiana Football Spring Buzz, Friday Night Northwestern & CFP Expansion Debate

    Grace Ybarra and Galen Clavio are back on CrimsonCast for a wide-ranging offseason IU football conversation. They start with travel stories, mascots, and the long-awaited Homefield Rose Bowl jacket before getting into Indiana’s spring game, Josh Hoover, Carter Smith, the wide receiver room, and the overall vibe around a program trying to defend its spot at the top. They also talk about the Northwestern game moving to Friday night, IU’s White House visit, Charlie Becker’s growing fan-favorite status, and the debate over a possible 24-team College Football Playoff. Naturally, it all ends with a serious discussion of Pop-Tart Bowl flavor possibilities.

    1hr 14min
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CrimsonCast is the longest-running podcast focused on IU Athletics. Founded in 2008, the podcast provides regular discussion about Indiana football, Indiana basketball, and interesting things related to being an IU fan. We regularly cover Indiana University culture, Bloomington / Indianapolis / state of Indiana culture, college sports business, and a ton of other things. CrimsonCast is a proud member of the Back Home Network, the place where Hoosiers across the country gather to talk about their favorite teams.

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  • Creator
    CrimsonCast
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    729
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © CrimsonCast
  • Show Website
    CrimsonCast

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