On this episode of 'Earn Your (Candy) Stripes', Justin and Max are joined by a very inspirational guest -- former Michigan basketball player Austin Hatch. Hatch's story has been well-documented over the years after he lost both of his parents, two siblings and his stepmother in two separate plane crashes and had to battle for his own life after the second crash. Listen to Austin talk about his perserverence and hear how he has overcome the terrible tragedies he has experienced.

Episode 4: Austin Hatch

Earn Your (Candy) Stripes is a podcast featuring writer Justin Albers and former Indiana and Michigan basketball standout Max Bielfeldt. Justin and Max dive into a number of different sports topics, but the show will be rooted in storytelling. We'll deliver interesting conversations you can't hear anywhere else. Hit the subscribe button today! Please? We asked nicely.

Sports & Recreation

Professional

Amateur

Outdoor

College & High School

Former Indiana basketball sharpshooter Matt Roth joins Justin Albers to talk about the crazy IU basketball season, the Hoosiers' recent winning streak and the reasons for it, the Big Ten Tournament matchup with Ohio State, and more. Make sure to subscribe, rate and review!

Talking IU Basketball with Matt Roth

In honor of the late Terry Hutchens, this special edition episode includes the last recorded conversation between Justin Albers and Hutch from May of 2017. You'll hear Justin and Terry talk about the origins of their relationship, the way Hutch reshaped his career, thoughts on Archie Miller and Indiana, as well as a discussion about life after Bob Knight at IU.

A Hutch Tribute: My Last Recorded Conversation with the late Terry Hutchens

On this episode, Justin Albers and Max Bielfeldt are joined by Ohio State graduate assistant Andrew Dakich to break down the Big Ten, offer up some predictions (Big Ten POY, Freshman of the Year, etc.), and more. Prior to his current role, Dakich -- the son of broadcaster Dan Dakich -- played basketball at both Michigan and Ohio State.

Big Ten Breakdown and Predictions with Andrew Dakich

On this episode of Earn Your Stripes, Justin Albers and Max Bielfeldt are joined by Indiana senior walk-on Zach McRoberts to talk about everything from IU basketball, to Christmas gifts, to what actors would play him and Archie Miller in a movie about the Hoosiers.

Zach McRoberts Talks Indiana, Best Christmas Gift, and What Actor Would Play Him in a Movie

On this episode of Earn Your Stripes, Justin Albers and Max Bielfeldt are joined by Indiana star forward Juwan Morgan to talk about the Hoosiers' 3-game winning streak, his life as a college senior, what he would tell his younger self, how far this Indiana team can go, and much more. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review on iTunes!

Episode 4: Austin Hatch

Download our free app to listen on your phone