The Hoosier Experience
By Patrick Felts
The Hoosier ExperienceMar 31, 2021
IU hires Mike Woodson with Collin Hartman - Episode 54
Episode 53 - Nick Baumgart on the IU Coaching Search and Aidan says Goodbye
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan bids farewell to the podcast as he turns the keys over to Patrick Felts, the new host. Then, Nick Baumgart joins to talk about the IUBB coaching search, recruiting, and Indiana high school basketball. Thanks as always for listening!
Episode 52 - The End of the Miller Era and the IU Coaching Search with Patrick Felts
Aidan welcomes Patrick Felts back to the show to break down the firing of Archie Miller at Indiana and the coaching search AD Scott Dolson must now conduct.
Episode 51 - Newest IUBB Commit Cj Gunn!
On today's Hoosier Experience, four-star junior and newest IU commit CJ Gun joins the show! He breaks down why he made the deicsion to commit to Archie Miller and staff.
Episode 50 - Indiana beats Iowa!
On tonight's Hoosier Experience, Aidan welcomes Mason Williams to the show to break down Indiana's huge win over Iowa. The guys dive deep into the game, including how last week's loss to Purdue and subsequent week off played a crucial role. Then, they talk about IU's future, looking at the upcoming gauntlet and roster outlook for next season. Enjoy!
Episode 49 - Midseason Report Card and Purdue Preview with Dustin Dopirak and Mike Schumann
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan brings on his two Daily Hoosier comrades Dustin Dopirak, writer for TDH and Mike Schumann, founder of TDH. They trio talks Indiana basketball at the season's halfway point, where the team is, how they can improve, and where Archie Miller stands. Then , they get into the Purdue matchup Thursday night in Bloomington. Enjoy!
Episode 48 - Indiana at Wisconsin Reaction with Griffin Healy and JJ Post
On tonight's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by Griffin Healy of the IDS and JJ Post of Bucky's Fifth Quarter to recap the thrilling, 2OT, Indiana-Wisconsin game, in which the Badgers emerged victorious. The crew recaps the game from both sides, before diving into the rest of the Big Ten and where these two teams rank compared to their peers.
Episode 47 - Goodbye, 2020 IU Football with Patrick Felts
On today's Hoosier Experience, Patrick Felts of The First and 1G Podcast and the Indiana Daily Student joins to break down Indiana's bowl loss to Ole Miss, the historic season the program has, and where Tom Allen's team goes from here in 2021.
Episode 46 - Outback Bowl Preview with Nick Suss
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by Mississippi Daily-Clarion Reporter Nick Suss to break down the Outback Bowl. They discuss the key matchups, the two colorful coaches, and Nick breaks down the Ole Miss Rebels as Tom Allen and Indiana prepare for what should be a fun game Saturday. Enjoy!
Episode 45 - The Case for More Khristian Lander and IU Basketball's Struggles with FOX's Brandon Gaudin
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan advocates for more Khristian Lander and less Rob Phinisee before chatting with FOX's play-by-play man (and Indiana native) Brandon Gaudin about the recent struggles for Indiana Basketball. Enjoy!
Episode 44 - IUBB Update and Reaction to the Outback Bowl Announcement
On today's Hoosier Experience Aidan and Zach Breton of Hoosier State of Mind react to Indiana Football's assignment to the Outback Bowl and its NY6 snub. The, they touch on Indiana basketball's win over Butler, the addition of Parker Stewart, and the start of conference play Wednesday.
Episode 43 - Indiana's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day with Emma Watson
Aidan is joined by IUSTV's Emma Watson to break down women's basketball's loss to Kentucky, men's basketball's loss to Florida State, the latest College Football Playoff rankings, and the Big Ten's decision to change its rules and let Ohio State football go to the Big Ten Championship.
Episode 42 - ACC/B1G Challenge Preview with Tyler Tachman
Inside The Hall's Tyler Tachman joins to preview Indiana's ACC/B1G Challenge matchup on the road against #20 Florida State.
Episode 41 - Indiana - Wisconsin Preview with J.J. Post
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by JJ Post of Bucky's 5th Quarter to break down the IU-Wisconsin ranked matchup on Saturday. Enjoy!
Episode 40 - Maui Invitational Recap with Mike Schumann
On today's Hoosier Experience, AIdan is joined by Mike Schumann of The Daily Hoosier to discuss Indiana's third-place finish and performance in the Maui (Asheville) Invitational.
Episode 39 - Indiana beats Maryland with Griffin Healy
On today's Hoosier Experience Aidan welcomes Griffin Healy back to the show to break down Indiana's 27-11 victory over Maryland. Note: This was recorded before the news that Michael Penix Jr. has a torn ACL and is out for the season.
Episode 38 - Indiana beats Tennessee Tech with Mason Williams
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by friend of the show Mason Williams to break down Indiana Basketball's first game, an 89-59 victory over Tennessee Tech. They get into IU's shooting woes, the stellar play of the freshmen, and the interesting lineup choices coach Miller made Wednesday. Go Hoosiers!
Episode 37 - Indiana loses to Ohio State with Reid Murray
Aidan is joined by Reid Murray from the First and 1G Podcast to break down Indiana's 42-35 loss to Ohio State on Saturday.
Episode 36 - Indiana Basketball Season Preview with Nick Baumgart
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by Nick Baumgart over at BaumHoops dot com to preview the Indiana basketball season. They talk the schedule, go player-by-player, and touch on all the latest in recruiting over the span of two hours. Please enjoy!
Episode 35 - Indiana at Ohio State Preview with Dustin Dopirak
On today's Hoosier Experience, Dustin Dopirak, host of the 317 Podcast, joins the show to break down Indiana Football's top-ten matchup in Columbus this weekend against Ohio State. They talk individual matchups, why Indiana's offense can score some points, and why it seems that Justin Fields, like Thanos, is inevitable. Enjoy!
Episode 34 - Recurring Guest and Top Ten IU Target Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn, the top-ten sophomore guard out of McCutcheon in Lafayette, Indiana who already holds offers from both IU and Purdue. Dra talks about his injury, his new ranking, his recruiting process, and the Gatorade commercial he stars in. Thanks for listening and enjoy!
Episode 33 - Indiana beats Michigan State with Zach Breton
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is joined by Zach Breton, a fellow IU freshman and writer for Hoosier State of Mind. They discuss Indiana's 24-0 shutout of the Spartans before looking ahead to next week's top ten showdown between the Hoosiers and Buckeyes in Columbus.
Episode 32 - Indiana at Michigan State preview with Jon Blau
Episode 31 - 4-star IUBB Target Jai Smith
On today's Hoosier Experience Aidan gives his quick thoughts about the Indiana - Michigan game, before sitting down with Class of 2022 4-star prospect and Indiana basketball target Jai Smith. Jai had a great summer and is blowing up, and he thinks an offer from Coach Miller and co. is in his near future. Thanks for listening and enjoy!
Episode 30 - Indiana beats Michigan with Mason Williams
Indiana not only beat Michigan, they controlled the game from start to finish. Mason Williams joins to break it all down.
Episode 29 - Michigan at Indiana Preview with Zach Osterman
On today's Hoosier Experience, Zach Osterman of the IndyStar joins the show to break down Indiana's matchup with Michigan on Saturday, November 7th in Bloomington. Thanks for listening as always, and Go Hoosiers!
Episode 28 - Interview with 2022 IU Target Tarris Reed
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan gives a few thoughts on Saturday's IU football win over Rutgers before sitting down with 2022 4-star prospect Tarris Reed to talk about his offer from Coach Miller and Indiana, what he thinks of the program, and his upcoming season at Chaminade in St. Louis, MO. Give it a listen and enjoy!
Reminder: This episode is brought to you by The Daily Hoosier, where IU fans assemble when they're not at Assembly.
Episode 27 - Indiana beats Rutgers with Griffin Healy
Indiana football is 2-0! They beat the Rutgers Scarlet Knights 37-21 in a dominant defensive performance. Griffin Healy of Behind the Plate joins the Aidan to break it all down. Enjoy the win Hoosier nation!
Emergency Trey Kaufman decision reaction with Jackson Yeary
Well...Trey Kaufman picked Purdue.
Episode 25 - #17 (!) Indiana at Rutgers Preview with Paul Gable
Episode 24 - IU Football Commit Aaron Steinfeldt
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan talks to Class of 2021 TE and Bloomington North standout Aaron Steinfeldt. Aaron talks his commitment to IU, where he feels the program is at under Tom Allen, and his senior season playing for the North Cougars. Have a great week and enjoy the show!
Episode 23 - Indiana upsets Penn State with Patrick Felts
Good morning Hoosier Nation! What a win yesterday, and what a moment for Tom Allen and his program. Aidan is joined by Patrick Felts to break down everything about this crazy game. Enjoy the win, enjoy the weekend, and stay tuned for more content this Rutgers week.
Episode 22 - IUFB! Interview with future IU Punter James Evans and IU-PSU preview with Jim Coyle
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan sits down with 2021 commit and early enrollee James Evans to talk his growing up in New Zealand, following in the footsteps of Haydon Whitehead, and coming to Bloomington (and America) for the first time this January 2021. Then, Jim Coyle from Indiana Sports Beat Radio joins the show to preview the IU-Penn State showdown this Saturday as only he can. Look out for an instant reaction pod to the game Saturday, and enjoy (hopefully) the game!
Episode 21 - 2023 Top-40 IU Target Jalen Hooks
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan sits down with 2023 IU target and top-40 recruit Jalen Hooks out of Crispus Attucks (Indianapolis). Jalen discusses his developing game, his recruitment (hint: everyone is in on him), and his golf game. As always check out The Daily Hoosier dot com for all your IU news and notes, follow @aidankunst and @hoosierexppod on Twitter and have a great day!
Episode 20 - IUBB Media Day Takeaways with Grace Ybarra
On today's Hoosier Experience Aidan talks with IDS IUBB Reporter Grace Ybarra about yesterday's team media day. They break down the comments of everyone from Archie Miller to Jordan Geronimo to Bob Kravitz, and discuss expectations for the coming season. Happy first day of practice Hoosier nation and enjoy the show!
Episode 19 - 2023 IU Target Taylor Bol Bowen
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan is back and better than ever with an interview with Taylor Bol Bowen, a class of 2023 forward who has been in contact with the IU staff. Taylor talks his game, his recruitment, and his life off the court in a great interview. Reminder: this special edition interview is brought to you by The Daily Hoosier dot com, where IU fans assemble when they're not at Assembly. Thanks for listening as always!
Episode 18 - Latest IU News and Notes with Tyler Tachman
On today's Hoosier Experience Aidan chats with Inside the Hall's Tyler Tachman about the Maui (Asheville) Invitational, excitement over getting an official CBB start date, and IU recruiting in 2021. Thanks for listening, and give Tyler a follow @Tyler_T15.
Episode 17 - 2022 IU Target Masai Troutman
Episode 16 - Kenya Hunter Deep Dive with Chris Basnett, Dom Amore, and Zach Osterman
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan takes a deep dive into the hire of Kenya Hunter by Archie Miller and IU. First, Chris Basnett of the Lincoln Journal-Star joins the show to talk about Hunter's time in Nebraska, who he developed and recruited, and what he was like as an assistant under Tim Miles. Next, Dom Amore of the Hartford Courant comes on to discuss Hunter's time at UCONN under Dan Hurley. Finally, Zach Osterman of the IndyStar breaks down the hire from an IU perspective. Please enjoy this look at IU's new assistant head coach!
Episode 15 - Rivals Recruiting Analyst Corey Evans
Episode 14 - 2022 4 Star Guard Avery Brown
On today's Hoosier Experience, Aidan talks to Avery Brown, a guard out of Northfield Mount Hermon in Massachusetts. Avery is a four star guard in the class of 2022 and hold several offers, most notably from IU and Coach Archie Miller. They discuss Avery's recruitment, his relationship with Coach Miller, and his excitement about his upcoming junior season at NMH. If you like what you heard, please give a five star review, a subscription, and a follow on twitter (@aidankunst and @HoosierExpPod). This special edition of the pod is brought to you by thedailyhoosier.com, "where IU fans assemble when they're not at Assembly."
Episode 13 - Jackson Yeary and Jared Rigdon from "The Basketball State" Podcast
Episode 12 - Can We Safely Play the College Basketball Season (Bubble Talk) with Patrick Felts
On today's episode of The Hoosier Experience, Aidan brings Patrick Felts back on the show to discuss the viability of the upcoming college basketball season. The guys break down the need for a bubble, and the reason why it seems unlikely at this point: money. Please subscribe, leave a five-star review, and share if you enjoy!
Episode 11 - IUBB Recruiting with Nick Baumgart
On today's episode of The Hoosier Experience, Aidan talks with Nick Baumgart of BaumHoops about all the latest in recruiting for IU Basketball. Nick gives updates on all the dominos yet to fall, specifically Trey Kaufman, Blake Wesely, and Jalen Washington. Thanks as always for listening...
Episode 10 - Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn
On today's episode of The Hoosier Experience, Aidan talks to 2023 point guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn out of McCutcheon (Lafayette, IN). They discuss Dra's game, his recruitment, and his impressive first season of varsity basketball. Please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and enjoy! This episode is brought to you by The Daily Hoosier, where Hoosier fans assemble when they aren't at Assembly.
Episode 9 - Previewing Purdue with Dustin Dopirak
Aidan is joined by sportswriter Dustin Dopirak, who covered Purdue, IU, and Butler for the Athletic this past season. They talk all things Purdue including how stable the program is, who the team's best players are for 2020-21, and if the Hoosiers can finally break the losing streak against the Boilermakers. This is the first of a series where THE will speak to other reporters and people in-the-know about the non-IU teams in the Big Ten. If you haven't already, follow Dustin Dopirak on Twitter @DustinDopirak.
Episode Eight - 4 star IU target D’Ante Davis
Episode Seven - Westfield PG Braden Smith
Aidan is joined by 2022 Westfield HS and Grand Park Premier AAU guard Braden Smith, a player Archie Miller and IU have their eye on. Braden discusses where his recruitment is at and his thoughts on the Hoosier program before answering some rapid-fire questions, including his favorite movie (spoiler: it's White Men Can't Jump). This is a special edition episode of the podcast brought to you by The Daily Hoosier, where Hoosier fans assemble when they're not at Assembly: https://www.thedailyhoosier.com
Episode Six - 2022 4 Star Recruit CJ Gunn
Scott is back from vacation and the guys are joined by 2022 Lawrence North and Indy Heat wing CJ Gunn, a player Archie Miller and IU have their eye on. CJ discusses where his recruitment is at and his thoughts on all the programs recruiting him currently before answering some rapid-fire questions, including his thoughts on who wins in a fight - Silverback Gorilla or Grizzly Bear. This is a special edition episode of the podcast brought to you by The Daily Hoosier, where Hoosier fans assemble when they're not at Assembly: https://www.thedailyhoosier.com
BONUS - Creating an Indiana basketball roster for TBT with Patrick Felts
With Scott on vacation, Aidan is joined by Patrick Felts, host of the First and 1G podcast, to create a hypothetical roster for The Basketball Tournament. The guys pick a name and discuss the former IU basketball players that would make the most sense if IU were to enter the tournament. Be sure to check out Pat's pod and enjoy!