The NBA is one of the fan favorite leagues due to its interesting personalities, explosive highlights and competitive nature, but even a league like that has its faults. There are issues in practically every level of the NBA when people look close enough. Whether its issues with the players, the fans, or the organization of the league itself, there is plenty to go over. With the help of a special guest, Matthew Moon, who studies sports science at IU, the two hosts cover concepts like bandwagon fans, load management/season length and the draft lottery. With so many issues, there’s a lot to grind our gears.

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Ep 7 - NBA Blunders

To kick things off in the series, the host discuss one of sports constantly filled with frustration. The NFL has had issues with referee, political stances, free agency discussions and a new CBA for years now. Both hosts break down how season awards, game officiating, stubborn rookies, and the new CBA are all upsetting to dedicated fans.

Ep 6 - NFL Failures

The college football landscape has seen a lot of changes throughout this season, and this episode begins with the newest addition to the top 25 rankings: The Indiana Hoosiers. Moving on, the two hosts debate which of the top two teams in the nation should truly be ranked number one after all that they’ve accomplished this season. For the third segment, there is a brief breakdown of some conference rivalries in the week to come, which leads into a discussion of some playoff contenders. Finally, straying fromthe field, there is commentary on one of the league’s most questionable suspensions of the season. Intro (0:00)Segment One: Ranked? (0:14)Segment Two: Tigers or Buckeyes? (9:53)Segment Three: Conference Foes (20:32)Segment Four: Chasing the Playoffs (25:51)Segment Five: Chasing Chase (36:48)

Ep5 - Chasing Greatness

In this episode of Smack Talk we have on our first guest in the show’s history to bring a new voice to the debate. Through the course of the show, we cover IU football’s continued hot streak and the team’s ceiling. Later, we talk about teams who are faltering and some who are surprising and whether or not they should be given credit. Then, we have a deep discussion on the path to the playoffs for numerous contenders. Finally, the episode concludes on a debate about some of the best rivalries in college football and highlights the matchup between Georgia and Florida. Intro (0:00)Segment One: IU Football (0:20)Segment Two: Legit or Nah? (16:20)Segment Three: Playoff Path (39:20)Segment Four: Florida vs Georgia/ All-time Debates (57:37)Outro (1:33:35)

Ep 4 - Three's Company

In this week’s upload we go over some of the best teams so far this season. There’s been a lot of hype around certain teams around college football, so the two hosts give their overexpectations for some of their favorite teams, including the Hoosiers. Then, in the spirit of Smack Talk, the hosts take part in an organized debate with the only intent to disagree with one another. Finally, in the last segment of the episode is a classic preview of the upcoming week of football along with decisions about who will win each highlighted match-ups. Intro (0:00)Segment One: Overexpectations (2:02)Segment Two: This is Why You’re Wrong (12:06)Segment Three: Pick Em’ (24:00)

Ep 3 - Heating Up

After a big week of interdivisional matchups, the structure of college football hierarchy has changed greatly. In this episode, we dive into some blowouts and close contests throughout the Big Ten while questioning what implications these games have. Lateron, we cover some burning questions that certain fans have regarding questionable re-rankings and questioning just how legitimate certain teams are. Finally, this week of football was one of major upsets and heart-breaking losses for hopeful programs. We debate the teams that we believe have had the most disappointing seasons so far, and discuss if these teams have ruined their season entirely because of their shortcomings. Intro (0:00)Segment One: Big Ten Blowouts (0:19)Segment Two: Bold Takeaways (10:14)Segment Three: That Sucks! (20:22)Outro (30:19)

Ep2 - Week 7 Run-down

Episode Breakdown:Intro (0:00)IU Football (1:04)Big Ten Power Rankings Discussion (8:04)Missed the Mark (rankings continued) (10:52)Team’s were believers of (22:32)Playoff Potential Teams (34:38)Outro (51:52)In this pilot episode of Smack Talk, we jump right into a college football season already in swing. With Indiana football experiencing a bye week, there isn’t too much for conversation on that subject. Instead, we briefly discuss the team’s impressive previous matchup against Michigan State in East Lansing and what to anticipate with the schedule of games to come. After a few weeks of play behind every team, certain squads have separated themselves as elite and others are proving to be struggling more than anticipated. We break down how certain teams stand currently in the Big Ten, and share our own thoughts on what’s wrong with a current power ranking of the conference. Moving outside of the Big Ten, the two of us share our own personal opinions on teams that has impressed each of us, and discuss what makes these particular groups special opposed to other squads. Finally, looking towards the future, we discuss the race for a spot in the College Football Playoffs. With a tight race heating up in the SEC and certain teams building an impressive resume, who’s going to make the cut? Who’s going to be this year’s team that gets snubbed a spot? Listen in to find out.

Ep1 - Let the Argument Begin

“Smack Talk” is a podcast that focuses college football from the perspective of two friends who seem to have a debate for every topic. At its core, this podcast is focused on two college football fans having a conversation like the two have done hundreds of times before. Most listeners of sports shows aren’t trying to hear about endless statistics and research that they can do on their own time. Listeners tune in to hear people’s unique perspectives and to take in the different personalities and dynamics that the hosts of the show bring to the table. “Smack Talk” does this by presenting ideas and topics by two fans for other fans to listen, critique and be involved in. No two shows are the same because every show there are new segments, possible guests, and new storylines. Tuning in each week presents a new experience with the same hosts. Overall, the only things that one can always expect from “Smack Talk” are college football and debating nearly anything possible.

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