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Each week, Matej & Simon will be tackling down the biggest topics in sports & media - one episode at a time!
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Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
We kick things off with some casual talk about the NCAA Tournament—has Simon’s bracket already gone up in flames? March is officially wild (00:00:00).
Then it’s back to Europe, where EuroLeague is in its final rounds and the playoff picture is still unclear which gave us plenty to talk about.
Monaco beat Fenerbahce in a high-level matchup. Crvena Zvezda shocked everyone with a huge win in Piraeus, handing Olympiacos a rare loss at home despite a late push. Barcelona, meanwhile, edged out Zalgiris in a tough, physical battle (00:07:17).
What's ugly —Partizan for example getting crushed by Efes at home in Belgrade. What is even going on there right now?
To wrap things up, we turn our focus to the MVP race. With four rounds left, who are the top contenders? We break down the cases for Sasha Vezenkov, TJ Shorts, and Kendrick Nunn—plus: is there a potential dark horse that could make things interesting? What would have to happen for someone outside that top group to sneak in and steal the MVP crown? We’ve got takes (00:35:15).
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Somehow, we completely forgot to celebrate our 50th episode—WTF?!
On the court, EuroLeague Round 29 brought plenty of drama. Round 29 also had its fair share of surprises, as some teams shocked everyone with unexpected performances (00:02:31). The Eternal Enemies Derby saw Olympiacos take an early lead against Panathinaikos and never look back, with tensions flaring on the coaching bench and, unsurprisingly, PAO filing yet another complaint about officiating (00:10:43). Barcelona put on a show with a wild first half, Kevin Punter was on fire, but the big question remains—can they sustain this style of play for the remaining 5 Rounds? Meanwhile, Partizan suffered two tough losses in a row, leaving everyone wondering where they go from here (00:17:53).
Is there such thing as an easy road to the playoffs? Probably not, but we still take a closer look at which teams seemingly have an easier or tougher path to the postseason (00:24:22).
And to wrap things up, we dive into an exciting what-if scenario that could have changed everything this season. What if certain players had switched teams (differently), how would that have impacted their performance, their new team’s standing, and even the overall playoff race? Would a struggling contender have become a true powerhouse? Would an underdog have made an unexpected run? We each pick one player and break down the ripple effects of this alternate reality—because in a season this competitive, one move could have shifted everything (00:36:51).
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Round 28 of the EuroLeague is in the books, and things are getting wild—Panathinaikos pummeled Real Madrid, Olympiacos crushed Partizan, and last-minute deadline moves could shake things up (00:03:24). The standings? As tight as ever. Who’s already out, and which teams could make a surprise run? (00:20:58) Plus, a loaded Round 29 preview featuring the Greek Derby and a must-watch Barça vs. Partizan showdown.
Meanwhile, in the NBA, LeBron James vs. the Spurs—was he right? And over in L.A., the Lakers are on fire while Luka Magic is finally kicking in (00:36:22).
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
The aftermath of the blockbuster Luka Dončić trade—how have the Lakers fared against Utah since the move? What would need to happen for this to be a bad trade for L.A.? Plus, where does the LeBron-Luka duo rank in NBA history? Meanwhile, in Dallas, things are looking rough: Anthony Davis is already injured, and Mavs fans aren’t happy.
In Europe, EuroLeague CEO Paulius Motiejūnas dismisses NBA Europe plans as senseless—but do they actually make a lot of sense for the NBA? Also, Daniel Theis leaves the NBA for AS Monaco despite two big offers, and the 2025 EuroLeague Final Four gets off to a messy start with sky-high ticket prices.
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Wait…WHAT?! Luka Dončić is a Los Angeles Laker?! This might be the biggest blockbuster trade since….ever? In this brief catch-up, we break down how this deal even happened and what it means for the NBA landscape.
But that’s not all. We’ve got TWO mind-blowing conspiracy theories that will make you question at least some of the things. Is there a secret mastermind (erm..Company) pulling the strings?
Listen now before Adam Silver shuts us down!
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
In this episode we dive into the hottest topic in all of basketball right now:
NBA Europe vs. EuroLeague (00:07:58):
•Is the competition inevitable despite skeptics?
•Should the EuroLeague be worried about its future?
•What would an NBA-Europe merger mean for basketball on the continent?
•A fiery hot take: Is the NBA the worse basketball product?
We also analyze comments from Adam Silver, Jasikevicius, and Tony Parker, shedding light on the buzz surrounding this potential shake-up.
Finally, we break down “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” from this week’s EuroLeague action (00:22:40):
•The Good: Hezonja’s buzzer-beater, Fenerbahce’s statement win, and Partizan’s steady climb.
•The Bad: Zalgiris’ 4th quarter collapse against Panathinaikos, highlighted by Ataman’s dramatic ejection.
•The Ugly: Anadolu Efes dismantling Milano with a crushing 110-66 victory.
Tune in for the latest news, insights, and heated takes on all things basketball!
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
In this episode, we dive into the hottest topics in sports: NFL Playoffs, American Football, EuroLeague Basketball, the IMG-EuroLeague deal, streaming expansion, and much more.
NFL Wildcard Weekend (06:36)
The NFL Playoffs have officially kicked off! We break down the key matchups and discuss why every other league is afraid of the NFL’s dominance. We also explore the NFL’s expansion into streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video—what does this mean for other sports? Will Netflix and Amazon shape the future of sports broadcasting?
EuroLeague Basketball (00:16:05)
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – here are the biggest highlights from the EuroLeague:
•Good: Olympiacos crushes Bayern Munich with a +43-point victory. Real Madrid continues their winning streak, solidifying their status as one of the best teams this season.
•Bad: Zalgiris Kaunas’ honeymoon phase is over, with Andrea Trinchieri’s postgame comments highlighting their struggles. Bayern Munich faces a tough stretch, with challenges piling up in the EuroLeague.
•Ugly: Anadolu Efes fails to score a single field goal in the fourth quarter against ASVEL. Barcelona’s struggles in the ACB continue, raising questions about their consistency.
IMG-EuroLeague Deal (00:50:38)
We also cover the recently announced Extension of the partnership between EuroLeague and IMG. Could this be EuroLeague’s breakthrough moment? Or will it simply underscore the gap between European basketball and the global stage?
Tune in for bold opinions, in-depth analysis, and the latest updates on NFL, EuroLeague, and the changing landscape of sports media!
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
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Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Simon joins us from Austria, where his son is trying out for the Austrian National Team (MU16)! We dive into the unique role of being a sports dad and how to navigate the tricky waters of pushy parents in youth sports.
EuroLeague: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly (00:15:58)
We dissect the latest happenings across Europe’s top basketball competition, including:
•Spanoulis & Monaco: A match made in basketball heaven. Monaco is 7-2 since Billy Spanoulis took over—what makes this team thrive under his leadership?
•Paris in Trouble: Is the hype surrounding Paris Basketball fading, or is this just a rough patch? (00:23:25)
•Barca/Heurtel Pt. 2: An organizational disaster leads to one of the strangest non-signings of the season (00:34:45)
•Standings Check: With the second half of the season ahead, we analyze each team’s prospects and predict the drama yet to unfold (00:42:57).
Join us for an episode packed with insights, laughs, and a whole lot of basketball talk! 🎙️
Co-Host: Matej Hopp and Simon Pichler
Producer: Simon Pichler
Music: Lunatic - HLM 3 (Intro) & 113 - Outro (113 fout la merde)
You can follow the Up Hill Down Under podcast on, Facebook (@uphilldownunder) Instagram (@uphilldownunder), on Twitter/X (@uphilldownunder) and on YouTube (coming soon).
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