CrimsonCast

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. 3D AGO

    1339 - CrimsonCASH - Conference Tournament Preview

    Conference Tournament Week is here, and Scott and James are in their absolute element. On this episode of CrimsonCASH, the guys dive headfirst into the glorious chaos of March hoops: conference tourney dogs, Big Ten bracket takes, live-betting strategy, player props, and the kind of futures bets that make you feel like a genius right up until Thursday afternoon. They break down the Big Ten tournament path, talk through whether Michigan is really that scary, wonder if Indiana can survive long enough to ruin anyone’s weekend plans, and identify a few numbers that are just too tasty to ignore. Then it’s a whip-around through conference futures across the country, with everything from sensible picks to true-degenerate “five bucks and vibes” action. And because this is CrimsonCASH, the conversation also wanders into NBA tank-a-palooza parlays, Olympic curling scandal, the mystery of G League betting lines, and why a random game in Noblesville can still spark the gambler’s soul. It’s March, it’s messy, and it’s beautiful. TimestampsNote: timestamps may not hyperlink correctly on all podcast players. 0:42 — Welcome in: Scott and James kick off Conference Tournament Week1:00 — Why this is the best gambling week of the year1:56 — Small-conference tourneys, Cinderella traps, and betting underdogs4:05 — NBA “tank-a-palooza” parlays and late-season chaos8:02 — Big Ten tournament bracket breakdown begins9:00 — Indiana’s path, Northwestern concerns, and why Friday plans are probably safe9:29 — Purdue fade, Michigan State path, and Michigan/Illinois thoughts11:31 — College basketball player prop angles and same-game parlay talk14:10 — Big Ten tournament futures: Michigan, Illinois, Michigan State, Nebraska, and more15:20 — Futures strategy: using conference tournaments to build hedge opportunities16:00 — Rapid-fire conference futures: Big West, CAA, American, A-1017:22 — ACC, America East, MEAC, and Mountain West picks18:27 — Horizon, Ivy, and MAC value plays20:08 — Southland/SWAC talk and live-betting tips for smaller leagues22:17 — Bigger-conference angles and shopping for value24:00 — Big East futures, including a Villanova flyer24:33 — SEC breakdown: Florida, Arkansas, and who not to trust25:31 — WAC, WCC, Troy, Georgia Southern, and late-night tournament fun27:23 — Looking ahead to NCAA tournament episodes and bracket betting28:28 — Olympic curling bets, Canadian cheating, and betting-induced fandom29:01 — The Noblesville Boom/G League story nobody saw coming32:00 — G League basketball: more talent than college, worse team play32:32 — Weird G League free-throw rules33:11 — What’s next for CrimsonCASH: March, summer betting, and Kentucky Derby plans

    35 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Ep 1338 - IU Hoops Bubble Watch: Ohio State Loss, Big Ten Tournament Path & What Indiana Must Do

    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.

    51 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Bubble Watch - Sunday March 8 2026

    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?

    59 min

  4. MAR 3

    Ep 1337 - Indiana Basketball's Closing Stretch, Bubble Math & IU Football Combine Quotes (Ponds, Nowakowski, Sarratt, Mendoza)

    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.

    1h 8m

  5. MAR 2

    Ep 1336 - The Struggles Continue, and the Offseason Cycle Grows In Importance

    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.

    39 min

  6. FEB 26

    Ep 1335 - IU Hoops Meltdown vs Northwestern, Football Season Tickets Sell Out, NFL Combine Hype

    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.

    1h 21m

  7. FEB 25

    Ep 1334 - Championship Reflections with Jerod Morris

    Indiana is a national champion. Say it again. Indiana. Is. A. National. Champion. On this celebratory edition of CrimsonCast, Scott is joined by Jerod Morris of The Assembly Call for a full-on IU football retrospective — from Bill Mallory roots and Memorial Stadium childhood memories to the Peach Bowl, the Rose Bowl, and that unforgettable national championship night in Miami. This isn’t just a recap. It’s therapy. It’s joy. It’s disbelief. It’s perspective. It’s what happens when a program that spent decades building brick by brick finally stands at the top of the sport. Jared shares what it was like growing up the son of a Mallory assistant, how Indiana football shaped his identity long before basketball ever did, and what this title means to fans who lived through 0-11 seasons, coaching changes, near-misses, and rivalry heartbreak. They dig into the signature moments — the Ohio State statement, the CFP run, the championship game atmosphere — and why this wasn’t a fluke, but the culmination of vision, culture, and belief. There’s laughter, there’s nostalgia, there’s a little Purdue ribbing, and yes — there’s a reminder that no one can ever take this away. You’re a champion. We’re all champions. (Note: These may not be clickable depending on your podcast app.) 03:30 – 14:00 – Jared’s IU football origin story: Bill Mallory, childhood memories, Memorial Stadium, and growing up in the program 14:00 – 22:00 – The Peach Bowl feeling, when belief became real, and the shift from “great season” to “we can win it all” 22:00 – 36:00 – Building a champion: culture, leadership, recruiting, development, and the vision behind the rise 36:00 – 45:00 – The National Championship Game: atmosphere in Miami, signature moments, and why beating elite teams mattered 45:00 – 54:00 – The Ohio State factor, rivalry validation, and what made this title feel complete 54:00 – 1:03:00 – The emotional aftermath: pride, identity, what it means for IU fans everywhere (even in Texas) 1:03:00 – End – Legacy talk, perspective, and the simple truth: you can never take away a national championship If you’ve ever sat in Memorial Stadium in bad weather. If you’ve ever defended IU football to skeptical friends. If you’ve ever believed — even just a little — that someday it could happen… This episode is for you.

    1h 11m

  8. FEB 22

    Ep 1333 - IU Basketball Struggles + Indiana Football’s New Money Era

    Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield open with a quick detour into Olympic hockey chaos, then dive into two big Indiana topics. First: Indiana football’s new reality—Curt Cignetti’s massive contract extension, what it signals about IU’s willingness to spend like a true power, and why the next phase has to include real Memorial Stadium upgrades to match the program’s new level. The guys also discuss the NCAA’s latest bout of pettiness and why the Louis Moore injunction chatter isn’t something Hoosiers should lose sleep over. Then it’s basketball: Indiana’s week goes sideways with losses at Illinois and a 29-point blowout at Purdue (the biggest margin in the series since 1969). They break down why IU’s early offensive stagnation doomed the game, the troubling defensive trendlines, and why the path to the NCAA Tournament is suddenly far narrower than it looked a couple weeks ago.

    1h 36m
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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
    688
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © CrimsonCast
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