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X's and Joe's, part of the Back Home Network, is a podcast that lets you eavesdrop on an ongoing, 25-year conversation between two friends and Indiana University grads who have an unusual passion for exploring the formula for winning in today’s modern college basketball.
Hosted by Bob Moats (cbobmoats) and Mike Wiemuth (iu-in-philly), this show examines trends in recruiting, metrics, strategy, and coaching -- with an emphasis on debunking myths and challenging popular assumptions.
And while Bob and Mike's rooting interests may lie with the Hoosiers, this show takes an expansive view of the college basketball landscape beyond just Bloomington.
In other words, it's a show for ALL serious college hoops fans who truly appreciate the nuances of the sport.
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Recent Episodes
[60] Indy 500 Weekend, Curt Cignetti, and the State of College Sports
The show opens with a look back at an unforgettable Indy 500 and some thoughts on why events like that become part of Indiana's identity.• Why this year's race was one of the most memorable in recent…
[58] Why Are IU Fans So Angry?
In this episode of Xs and Joes, Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth dig into a topic many Indiana fans can feel but struggle to explain: why so much frustration around IU basketball now feels deeper than just…
[56] 2026 NCAA Bracket with Andy Bottoms
In this episode of Xs and Joes, Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Andy Bottoms to unpack the 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket, the selection process, and what it all reveals about where college…
[53] What Is Darian DeVries Running? (with Tony Adragna & Brian Tonsoni)
Indiana basketball fans have spent the season trying to figure out exactly what Darian DeVries’ offense looks like — and this episode dives deep into the answer. Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome…
[52] Is the Cignetti Hire the GOAT? (with Galen Clavio)
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome Galen Clavio to dive deep into whether Curt Cignetti's hire represents the greatest turnaround in college football history, explore what the numbers actually say,…
[51] IU Wins a Football Natty -- Now What?
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth process the surreal reality of Indiana winning a national championship in football, explore the Mendoza moment that will define IU history, and discuss how this changes…
[50] Expectations For IU – What Are Reasonable Outcomes For Football and Basketball?
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth check in from opposite sides of the country to discuss IU's impending national championship matchup with Miami, dissect the Hoosiers' recent basketball struggles, and…
[48] Bill Murphy Part 4 - Branch, the Splendid Splinter, and Early NIL at IU
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth wrap up their conversation with IU historian Bill Murphy, exploring the Hurrying Hoosiers era, legendary shooters, early NIL deals, and the dramatic transition from Branch…
[47] Bill Murphy Part 3 - The Legend of Branch McCracken
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth continue their conversation with IU historian Bill Murphy, shifting from football glory to basketball history. This installment dives deep into the Branch McCracken era,…
[46] Bill Murphy Part 2 - The 1967 Rose Bowl Journey
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome back IU historian Bill Murphy for part two of their deep dive into Indiana football history, perfectly timed as the Hoosiers prepare for their first Rose Bowl…
[45] Bill Murphy Part 1 - The Last Hurrying Hoosiers & The Cardiac Kids
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome IU historian and author Bill Murphy for a deep dive into the legendary 1967 IU football season - the "Cardiac Kids" who gave fans heart attacks every Saturday on…
[44] The Ohio River Rivalries with special guest Josh Burton
Bob Moats, Mike Wiemuth, and special guest Josh Burton from Everything College Basketball reunite to break down the rekindled border wars between Indiana, Kentucky, and Louisville as the three…
[43] CBB Moneyball and The Omar Cooper Parallel
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth break down how player compensation is forcing coaches and programs to think like Billy Beane, analyzing roster construction through the lens of buying wins instead of just…
[42] Coaching Chip Stacks - 2025-26 Season Status Check
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth assess which college basketball coaches are playing with house money and which are one bad loss away from the unemployment line in today's volatile college hoops…
[41] 2025-26 College Basketball Preview
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are back to preview the 2025-26 college basketball season, diving deep into IU's transformed roster under first-year coach Darian DeVries and analyzing the landscape of…
[40] Data v Drama -- A View of Modern Recruiting w/ Stephen Ragsdale
X's and Joe's Episode 40: Data vs Drama - A View of Modern RecruitingBob Moats and Mike Wiemuth welcome special guest Stephen Ragsdale, creator of IURecruiting.com, for a deep dive into how…
[39] The Vibes Show
As IU football has reached heights not seen in generations, so too has the mood of the IU fanbase. Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth sit down with Ryan Phillips to discuss the change in vibes experienced…
[38] Is IU Football For Real? Hoosier Surge + The North–South Culture War
IU football just went from “pinch me” to “prove it.” Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth sit down with Galen Clavio to unpack the Hoosiers’ rapid rise—how it happened, what it means, and how a long-suffering…
[37] Can You Really Build a Title Contender Using Homegrown Talent?
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth examine the beloved mythology of in-state recruiting, exploring whether building championship teams with local talent is still viable in modern college basketball.Puerto…
[36] One Fleeting Moment - Why The B1G Hasn't Won It All Since the Clinton Administration
Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are joined by Scott Caulfield of Crimson Cast to examine the Big Ten's championship drought, exploring why the conference has failed to produce an NCAA basketball champion…
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X's and Joe's has published 57 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Basketball, Sports.
X's and Joe's is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 38m.
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