Kevin & Query Podcast

00:00 – 14:54 – The show is back to full strength as Marc is back, Caitlin Clark dismisses tech foul issues, Tyrese Haliburton a part of WWE TV over the weekend with Jalen Brunson, our latest What If… dives into a Colts topic and how the team handled it 14:55 – 22:08 – Morning Checkdown 22:09 – 44:43 – Colts report for training camp a week from now, training camp schedule, our latest What If…focuses on if the Colts had drafted a QB following Andrew Luck’s retirement, Chris Ballard’s role in it all, the 2020 draft 44:44 – 1:05:25 – We give away Indy Eleven tickets and discuss the World Cup Final and Kevin’s discuss for the third-place game, Caitlin Clark responds to technical foul issues, does Clark need to change her approach to avoid suspension or is it inevitable?, how much are the tech issues going to hurt her and the Fever in a playoff chase?, Morning Checkdown 1:05:26 – 1:19:30 – Our What If…series continues and look back at Chris Ballard’s lack of addressing QB in the draft, should the Colts have drafted a QB in the loaded 2020 draft?, Ballard not getting QB right in his tenure 1:19:31 – 1:25:40– Kevin’s all-Indiana parlay, where is the iffiest part of the bet?, IU’s schedule is nothing daunting 1:25:41 – 1:49:11 – Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analytics joins us to discuss his super deep dive into the 2026 NFL season, his thoughts on the Colts and if Daniel Jones can stay healthy and be successful in 2026, why it’s hard to figure the Colts out heading into this season, Taco Bell, Morning Checkdown 1:49:12 – 2:02:48 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the final part of our What If…the Colts drafted a QB after Luck retired, the insane QB carousel, why he thinks they still should have traded for Buckner but traded up and not taken either Michael Pittman Jr. or Jonathan Taylor, the thought on drafting QB, Matthew Stafford 2:04:49 - 2:07:15 - Kevin opens his mystery box, Jake Query pops on ahead of his show Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:35 – Colts report for training camp a week from now, training camp schedule, our latest What If…focuses on if the Colts had drafted a QB following Andrew Luck’s retirement, Chris Ballard’s role in it all, the 2020 draft 22:36 – 36:40 – Our What If…series continues and look back at Chris Ballard’s lack of addressing QB in the draft, should the Colts have drafted a QB in the loaded 2020 draft?, Ballard not getting QB right in his tenure 36:41 – 52:26 – Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analytics joins us to discuss his super deep dive into the 2026 NFL season, his thoughts on the Colts and if Daniel Jones can stay healthy and be successful in 2026, why it’s hard to figure the Colts out heading into this season 52:27 – 1:04:41 - IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the final part of our What If…the Colts drafted a QB after Luck retired, the insane QB carousel, why he thinks they still should have traded for Buckner but traded up and not taken either Michael Pittman Jr. or Jonathan Taylor, the thought on drafting QB, Matthew StaffordSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:38 Recapping the World Cup Final, third place game was actually awesome, it was a fantastic but close game for the Fever on Friday, good win on Saturday, IndyCar moved to today 14:38 - 22:42 Morning Checkdown 22:42 – 43:45 NBC4 Columbus' Orri Benatar joins to close out our World Cup conversations, the dominance of Spain, Was this Messi's last World Cup, Is Mauricio Pochettino here to stay, will the FIBA Basketball World Cup ever get this much attention, Caitlin Clark's technical fouls close to becoming a problem, 43:45 - 1:09:21 Trying to define this upcoming Colts season, players that are 50-50 bets, how the impact of stars trickle down to the rest of the roster, breaking down the Bryson DeChambeau situation 1:09:21 - 1:18:23 More World Cup talks, Morning Checkdown 1:18:23 – 1:27:46 GOATs of the weekend 1:27:46 - 1:52:47 Circle City Spin's Tony East joins to discuss the Fever's performances over the weekend, Kelsey Mitchell's streak of 20-point games, Pacers Summer League recap, how did Braden Smith look, growth for Jalen Slawson, final moves for the offseason, Morning Checkdown 1:52:47 – Compliment sandwiches for the Colts running backs – 2:07:40 Wrapping the show with Jake Query Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 9:43 NBC4 Columbus' Orri Benatar joins to close out our World Cup conversations, the dominance of Spain, Was this Messi's last World Cup, Is Mauricio Pochettino here to stay 9:43 - 29:07 Trying to define this upcoming Colts season, players that are 50-50 bets, how the impact of stars trickle down to the rest of the roster, breaking down the Bryson DeChambeau situation 29:07 – 44:52 Circle City Spin's Tony East joins to discuss the Fever's performances over the weekend, Kelsey Mitchell's streak of 20-point games, Pacers Summer League recap, how did Braden Smith look, growth for Jalen Slawson, final moves for the offseason Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:14 We are awaiting the announcement of 5-star Lawrence North WR Monshun Sales, Aliyah Boston (Questionable) and Caitlin Clark (Probable) for tonight's matchup with the Storm, LeBron's "announcements" on his podcast yesterday 13:14 - 21:19 Morning Checkdown 21:19 - 41:18 ISC Sports Network's Greg Rakestraw joins in-studio to join the discussion on Monshun Sales and other top recruits in the history of the state, 6A in this upcoming high school football season, World Cup action, how Lionel Messi compares to the greatest athletes of all-time, where is LeBron's best fit in free agency, 41:18 – 1:06:41On3's Steve Wiltfong joins to preview Monshun Sales' commitment decision later today, his comfort level with IU, how NIL plays a role in his decision, how the 5-in-5 rule plays a role in recruiting, Morning Checkdown, 1:06:41 - 1:20:18 Should Jonathan Taylor hold-in on his contract, contract extensions for the Colts, compliment sandwiches for each Colts position group 1:20:18 - 1:27:44 The power of LeBron James throughout the NBA, Kevin discovers Uranus... 1:27:44 - 1:49:41 What's the plan for Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston this weekend, Curt Cignetti talks what drew him to the Indiana job, how much work/money goes into college recruitment, Morning Checkdown 1:49:41 – 1:59:58 Most important pieces on the Colts roster, more on Tyrese Haliburton 1:59:58 – 2:09:57 Wrapping the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 8:05 Morning Checkdown 8:05 – 23:08 ISC Sports Network's Greg Rakestraw joins in-studio to join the discussion on Monshun Sales and other top recruits in the history of the state, 6A in this upcoming high school football season, World Cup action, how Lionel Messi compares to the greatest athletes of all-time, 23:08 – 36:45 On3's Steve Wiltfong joins to preview Monshun Sales' commitment decision later today, his comfort level with IU, how NIL plays a role in his decision 36:45 – 50:23 Should Jonathan Taylor hold-in on his contract, contract extensions for the Colts, compliment sandwiches for each Colts position group 50:23 – 57:49 The power of LeBron James throughout the NBA, Kevin discovers Uranus... Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:35 Fever struggled against the Golden State Valkyries, the Lionel Messi bathing a baby Lamine Yamal picture is REAL 13:35 – 20:17 Morning Checkdown 20:17 - 39:55 Colts announce uniform schedule, should Jonathan Taylor hold-in on his contract, should Carlie Irsay-Gordon give Chris Ballard free rein on contract extensions, what is Tyrese Haliburton hinting at for Fanatics Fest 39:55 - 1:03:41 Kevin's voice crack during Argentina vs England, previewing the Colts schedule, dream golf sites, assessing Caitlin Clark's performance last night, Morning Checkdown 1:03:41 - 1:16:10 Colts not having success in January, would Pacers stop hating Lebron for a championship 1:16:10 - 1:23:11 Compliment sandwiches for the Colts roster, more on selling out to have Lebron on the Pacers 1:23:11 - 1:47:18 Colts radio analyst Charles Arbuckle joins the show to discuss Colts training camp, the value of Alec Pierce this season, the Jonathan Taylor decision, Morning Checkdown 1:47:18 – 1:59:58 NASCAR's Michael McDowell calls in ahead of the Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, the passing of Kyle Busch, potentially doing the double, Michael's 20-year career 1:59:58 – 2:06:48 Jake Query closes out the show with us and joins the conversation on Lebron James possibly joining the Pacers Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 6:40 Morning Checkdown 6:40 – 17:57 Colts radio analyst Charles Arbuckle joins the show to discuss Colts training camp, the value of Alec Pierce this season, the Jonathan Taylor decision 17:57 – 25:04 NASCAR's Michael McDowell calls in ahead of the Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway, the passing of Kyle Busch, Michael's 20-year career Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:41 – An All-Star snoozer, Spain shuts out France and Kevin gloats and Marc’s downfall in the World Cup draft, the Fever get back to work tonight against the Valkyries, 15:42 – 22:02 – Morning Checkdown 22:03 – 40:24 – Can the Fever get on a roll?, will Caitlin Clark still have a minutes restriction?, our Colts debate yesterday got a lot of attention, our poll results pushed towards change, Alec Pierece joins the side of Lucas Oil Stadium, how many of the four players will still be there two seasons from now? 40:25 -1:05:42 – PGA Tour Radio’s Will Haskett joins us to preview the British Open, he debates the best post-win songs for the World Cup, favorites at the British, the heat wave in England wreaking havoc on the course, can and Englishman finally win the Open again?, what’s up with LIV Golf in Indy?, Kevin’s outlandish thought on the World Cup timeline, Morning Checkdown 1:05:43 – 1:16:15 – We play I GOTTA KNOW 1:16:16 – 1:22:13 – The Arden Key move and the state of the Colts defensive line, the likelihood JT Tuimoloau gets a starting spot 1:22:14 – 1:46:37 – The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman joins us to talk college football on the best off-season story in college football, the Bredan Sorsby fallout, conference realignment, IU heading to 2026, what do they do coming off a national championship?, Big Ten thoughts, Caitlin Clark perceptions, is college football going to eventually simmer down when it comes to NIL?, Morning Checkdown 1:46:38 – 1:56:51 – Is LeBron to the Pacers even remotely possible?, would you want the player you hate the most on your team if it guarantees you a championship? 1:56:52 – ESPY’s Play of the Year nominee, Jake hops on to talk with the boys Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:28 – Can the Fever get on a roll?, will Caitlin Clark still have a minutes restriction?, our Colts debate yesterday got a lot of attention, our poll results pushed towards change, Alec Pierece joins the side of Lucas Oil Stadium, how many of the four players will still be there two seasons from now? 18:29 – 30:11 - PGA Tour Radio’s Will Haskett joins us to preview the British Open, he debates the best post-win songs for the World Cup, favorites at the British, the heat wave in England wreaking havoc on the course, can and Englishman finally win the Open again?, what’s up with LIV Golf in Indy? 30:12 – 45:31 - The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman joins us to talk college football on the best off-season story in college football, the Bredan Sorsby fallout, conference realignment, IU heading to 2026, what do they do coming off a national championship?, Big Ten thoughts, Caitlin Clark perceptionsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 -24:29 – What do Colts fans want this season?, our latest What If…entry focuses on if IU didn’t hire Curt Cignetti, the state of Hoosiers football before he arrived, his resume before arriving to Bloomington, the culture changer 24:30 – 35:26 – Indiana Fever radio announcer John Nolan joins us and discusses the Fever’s west coast trip, how hot it’s been, the Fever being red hot at 3-point land, will Aliyah Boston land in the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest?, Catilin Clark’s minutes restrictions going forward, getting back home tomorrow night 35:27 – 50:14 - IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us for our final What If…segment, other coaches that were in the Cignetti hiring cycle, Cignetti debated accepting the job even if it was offered to him, the state of Hoosier football before and after, the upcoming basketball exhibition tomorrow Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:39 – Home Run Derby last night was pretty exciting, Netflix presentation, World Cup quarterfinals start today, our latest What If…entry today, what are Colts fans expectations heading into training camp, lemonade stands, Fever get back in action tomorrow 13:40 – 21:28 – Morning Checkdown 21:29 – 45:50 – What do Colts fans want this season?, our latest What If…entry focuses on if IU didn’t hire Curt Cignetti, the state of Hoosiers football before he arrived, his resume before arriving to Bloomington, the culture changer 45:51 – 1:09:44 – Indiana Fever radio announcer John Nolan joins us and discusses the Fever’s west coast trip, how hot it’s been, the Fever being red hot at 3-point land, will Aliyah Boston land in the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest?, Catilin Clark’s minutes restrictions going forward, getting back home tomorrow night, we circle back to our Colts conversation, does Ballard’s resume not follow him since Carlie took over the ownership role?, Morning Checkdown 1:09:45 – 1:18:37 – The Colts conversation rolls on: both sides of a regime change, fans starving for winning seasons, the playoff drought despite expanded playoffs 1:18:38 – 1:24:33 – Kevin’s lemonade stand etiquette question, poker chip payments at lemonade stands and whether he should love it or hate it 1:24:34 – 1:39: 37 - IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us for our final What If…segment, other coaches that were in the Cignetti hiring cycle, Cignetti debated accepting the job even if it was offered to him, the state of Hoosier football before and after, the upcoming basketball exhibition tomorrow, 1:39:38 - 1:47:44 – Jordan Walker’s Home Run Derby win in hostile territory, World Cup today, would Ballard/Steichen not be tied at the hip?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:33 – Fever rout the Aces, Caitlin Clark plays, a good weekend to be Sophie Cunningham, Pacers summer league thoughts, how did Braden Smith look?, World Cup quarterfinals set, Home Run Derby tonight, ESPY’s 17:34 – 24:49– Morning Checkdown 24:50 – 44:36 – R.I.P. Sam Neill, James saw Daniel Jones in-person and in action and gave his impressions of what he saw, what Daniel Jones said at his camp over the weekend, will he be good to go in Week 1?, what about Alec Pierce’s status, James challenges Kevin to the 40-yard dash, Kevin’s review of Toy Story 5, Fever thoughts as they beat the Aces, Caitlin Clark and how the team operates with her in and out of the lineup 44:37 - 1:06:22– Hole in ones, World Cup quarterfinal matchups, Pacers summer league tonight, what will dictate the Colts adding another wideout?, Morning Checkdown 1:06:23 – 1:19:24 – GOATs of the Week 1:19:25 – 1:26:33 – Kevin is already sweating, Colts Question of the Day 1:26:34 – 1:52:06 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us and discusses Pacers summer league, how will we view the Pacers next season, what he’s seen from Braden Smith, other off-season thoughts, how he’s handling the heat, the bison/human video over the weekend, ESPYs tonight, Morning Checkdown 1:52:07 – 2:03:41 – Colts reporter Jake Arthur joins us and discusses how Daniel Jones looked at his camp over the weekend, how confident should we feel in Daniel Jones’ recovery ahead of training camp and the season?, his thoughts on CJ Allen and AJ Haulcy 2:03:42 - 2:06:30 - The guys wrap the show with some Fever talk as they get ready to hand off to Jake Query Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 19:53 – James saw Daniel Jones in-person and in action and gave his impressions of what he saw, what Daniel Jones said at his camp over the weekend, will he be good to go in Week 1?, what about Alec Pierce’s status, James challenges Kevin to the 40-yard dash, Kevin’s review of Toy Story 5, Fever thoughts as they beat the Aces, Caitlin Clark and how the team operates with her in and out of the lineup 19:54 – 29:42 – GOATs of the Week 29:43 – 39:57 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us and discusses Pacers summer league, how will we view the Pacers next season, what he’s seen from Braden Smith, other off-season thoughts, how he’s handling the heat 39:58 – 51:13 - Colts reporter Jake Arthur joins us and discusses how Daniel Jones looked at his camp over the weekend, how confident should we feel in Daniel Jones’ recovery ahead of training camp and the season?, his thoughts on CJ Allen and AJ Haulcy Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:21 – The boys are back to recap yesterday’s events and preview the sports weekend: France prevails over Morocco and move on to the quarterfinals of the World Cup, Fever hold on late to top the Mercury despite poor officiating and a woeful start to the fourth quarter, Darryn Peterson vs. AJ Dybantsa, Pacers summer league gets underway today, fallout from yesterday’s What If… 16:22 – 25:42 – Morning Checkdown 25:43 – 44:11 – The Fever top the Mercury, the Fever’s record without Caitlin Clark, the Colts odds to win the Super Bowl vs. what it was for the Seahawks and Patriots this time last year, is there room for optimism for the Colts? 44:12 – 1:09:41 – A current Colt WAS in attendance for the Swift-Kelce wedding, ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the World Cup and the USA getting dismissed, Christian Pulisic’s struggles on the national stage, is the Monon Bell game headed to Muncie?, the Colts wide receiver group without Michael Pittman Jr., the mystery is solved in the Swift-Kelce wedding and Marc is an idiot, Morning Checkdown 1:09:42 – 1:21:40 – Taelon Peter and the rest of the Pacers summer league roster, Colts Question of the Day asks if Daniel Jones is the long-term answer for the Colts 1:21:41 – 1:30:26 – The number of new starters on defense for the Colts, the guys debate how Kevin had a gaffe at a wedding where he said a relative was dead when they were very much alive 1:30:27 – 1:55:16 – The Fever win a thriller over the Mercury and remain undefeated in games without Caitlin Clark playing, why is that happening?, the guys play I GOTTA KNOW: Will the USA make a World Cup Final in our lifetimes, most confident thing that will happen in Indy sports before the next World Cup, player you hated on a team you rooted for, biggest sports accomplishment of our lives, what are we watching?, Morning Checkdown 1:55:17 – 2:06:35 – Indianapolis Indians Chairman and CEO Bruce Schumacher joins us at Victory Field celebrates 30 years, what to expect tomorrow night, the development of Victory Field, his unearthed old radio show, the guys go over their pre-Fan radio gigs 2:06:36 – Jake Query joins the guys and weighs in on his early media experience, why is Conor Daly not getting a full-time ride anywhere?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:27 – The Fever top the Mercury, the Fever’s record without Caitlin Clark, the Colts odds to win the Super Bowl vs. what it was for the Seahawks and Patriots this time last year, is there room for optimism for the Colts? 18:28 - 33:13 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the World Cup and the USA getting dismissed, Christian Pulisic’s struggles on the national stage, is the Monon Bell game headed to Muncie?, the Colts wide receiver group without Michael Pittman Jr 33:14 – 45:43 – The guys play I GOTTA KNOW: Will the USA make a World Cup Final in our lifetimes, most confident thing that will happen in Indy sports before the next World Cup, player you hated on a team you rooted for, biggest sports accomplishment of our lives, what are we watching 45:44 – 53:22 - Indianapolis Indians Chairman and CEO Bruce Schumacher joins us at Victory Field celebrates 30 years, what to expect tomorrow night, the development of Victory Field, his unearthed old radio showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:05 – James is back and is immediately catching strays from JMV, Fever fall to the Sparks and the back issues with Caitlin Clark continue to cause concern, Pacers sign Larry Nance Jr., 16:06 – 26:48 – Morning Checkdown 26:49 – 47:39 – Kelly Oubre Jr. officially signs with the Pacers and will wear #10, our latest What If…entry focuses on the Colts and Peyton Manning going their separate ways, what would have happened if the Colts kept Peyton Manning, the haul the Colts could have gotten had they traded the #1 overall pick like what Washington gave up to move up four spots to draft RG3, the massive decision and fallout that occurred when the Colts decided to move on from Manning 47:40 – 1:12:13 – How concerning are the Fever’s defensive woes and Caitlin Clark’s injury concerns, Pacers add Larry Nance Jr., our What If…the Colts never parted ways with Peyton Manning continues with the numerous teams interested in his services before he signed with the Broncos, Morning Checkdown 1:12:14 – 1:23:31 – Indianapolis Indians announcer Howard Kellman joins us as Victory Field gets ready to celebrate 30 years, the final game at Bush and the first game at Victory Field, how his career with the Indians got started, biggest star that made a rehab start at Victory Field, the game day experience changes since he first started to now 1:23:32 – 1:31:35 – We react to the feedback to our What If topic today, is this year’s Monon Bell game really going to be held in Muncie?, more Colts talk and the haul they could have gotten had they traded the top pick instead of drafting Andrew Luck 1:31:36 – 2:01:37 – In our final What If…segment longtime Colts reporter Mike Chappell joins us to discuss what he remembers from Peyton Manning and the Colts going their separate ways, the financial strain the Colts were in, how difficult it was for Irsay to part ways with Manning, what if it wasn’t the Luck draft but the Eric Fisher draft that year?, the contract he signed with the Broncos was a huge risk for them, Morning Checkdown 2:01:38 – 2:08:53 – Colts Question of the Day: The Colts should sign Jonathan Taylor to a third contract or start transitioning off of him? 2:08:54 - 2:13:21 – Jonathan Taylor contract talk, should the Pacers be in on DeMar DeRozan?, sports tonight Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:02 – Kelly Oubre Jr. officially signs with the Pacers and will wear #10, our latest What If…entry focuses on the Colts and Peyton Manning going their separate ways, what would have happened if the Colts kept Peyton Manning, the haul the Colts could have gotten had they traded the #1 overall pick like what Washington gave up to move up four spots to draft RG3, the massive decision and fallout that occurred when the Colts decided to move on from Manning 21:03 – 32:15 – our What If…the Colts never parted ways with Peyton Manning continues with the numerous teams interested in his services before he signed with the Broncos 32:16 – 42:41 – Indianapolis Indians announcer Howard Kellman joins us as Victory Field gets ready to celebrate 30 years, the final game at Bush and the first game at Victory Field, how his career with the Indians got started, biggest star that made a rehab start at Victory Field, the game day experience changes since he first started to now 42:42 – 1:03:23 - In our final What If…segment longtime Colts reporter Mike Chappell joins us to discuss what he remembers from Peyton Manning and the Colts going their separate ways, the financial strain the Colts were in, how difficult it was for Irsay to part ways with Manning, what if it wasn’t the Luck draft but the Eric Fisher draft that year?, the contract he signed with the Broncos was a huge risk for themSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:14 Caitlin Clark listed as probable against the Sparks tonight, Argentina’s legendary World Cup comeback, Novak Djokovic is STILL bringing it. 13:15 - 20:11 Morning Checkdown 20:12 – 41:48 Caitlin Clark excited to spend some time in Vegas for their upcoming road trip, Pacers Summer League and what to look for, Braden Smith reacting to being an “attraction” on the Pacers roster, should we accept human error in sports officiating, 41:49 – 1:06:52 Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us in-studio this hour, talking his time so far as a coach, recruiting mentality. 1:06:53 – 1:16:01 Ronald Nored continues in-studio, his goals for this season, his “Robot Ron” nickname, giving away tickets to Butler’s home opener. 1:16:02 - 1:23:56 Concluding the hour with Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored, previewing the team’s schedule and Big East play, Hinkle Fieldhouse vs Las Vegas for the NBA Cup Championship. 1:23:57 – 1:49:14 Reacting to the Spanish commentary of Argentina’s World Cup comeback, Colts question of the day. 1:49:15 – 1:57:42 Recapping the convo with Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored. 1:57:43 – 2:05:07 Closing out the show, previewing Fever vs Sparks tonight, Caitlin Clark expected to play 20 minutes. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 6:57 Morning Checkdown 6:58 – 25:50 Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us in-studio this hour, talking his time so far as a coach, recruiting mentality. 25:51 – 35:01 Ronald Nored continues in-studio, his goals for this season, his “Robot Ron” nickname, giving away tickets to Butler’s home opener. 35:02 – 42:56 Concluding the hour with Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored, previewing the team’s schedule and Big East play, Hinkle Fieldhouse vs Las Vegas for the NBA Cup Championship. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored joins us in-studio this hour, talking his time so far as a coach, recruiting mentality. Ronald Nored continues in-studio, his goals for this season, his “Robot Ron” nickname, giving away tickets to Butler’s home opener. Concluding the hour with Butler Bulldogs Head Coach Ronald Nored, previewing the team’s schedule and Big East play, Hinkle Fieldhouse vs Las Vegas for the NBA Cup Championship. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:06 – USA gut punch against Belgium, what the hell happened on that first and third goal?, NBA offseason thoughts, where is LeBron heading and what to make of the Eastern Conference, were any Colts invited to the Swift-Kelce wedding not named Pat McAfee? 14:07 – 21:24 – Morning Checkdown 21:25 – 43:27 – Recapping USA’s ugly loss to Belgium, what the hell was Matt Freese doing yesterday?, our latest What If…entry focuses on Purdue’s heartbreaking loss to Virginia in the 2019 Elite Eight 43:27 – 1:08:07 – The ugliness of last night’s USA-Belgium result, Colts Question of the Day focuses on Sauce Gardner and his place amongst other cornerbacks heading into 2026, Morning Checkdown 1:08:08 – 1:23:03 – What If…continues as Purdue’s Rob Blackman joins us and discusses what he remembers from that 2019 Purdue season, Carsen Edwards’ lead-up to the tournament, the emotional toll of that tournament and Larry Clisby, how much did the Virginia loss sting compared to other losses, how special was Carsen Edwards? 1:23:04 – 1:46:52 – Adam Aaronson of Locked On Sixers joins us to discuss what the Pacers are getting in Kelly Oubre Jr., his swagger, how he’ll pair with Tyrese Haliburton and Ivica Zubac, rather be the Pacers or Sixers next season?, the Jaylen Brown trade and what it means for the Sixers next season, Ronald Nored joining us in-studio tomorrow, Morning Checkdown 1:46:53 – 1:55:59 – Are vibes for the Colts down?, Kevin is still upset about the USA losing to Belgium, the benefits of being the host country, the 2030 World Cup locations 1:56:00 - 2:03:44 – Jake Query joins us in-studio and James tries Vegemite for the first time ever, Jake offers his thoughts on the USA’s performance against BelgiumSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:03 – USA gut punch against Belgium, what the hell happened on that first and third goal?, NBA offseason thoughts, where is LeBron heading and what to make of the Eastern Conference, were any Colts invited to the Swift-Kelce wedding not named Pat McAfee? 14:04 – 36:05 – Recapping USA’s ugly loss to Belgium, what the hell was Matt Freese doing yesterday?, our latest What If…entry focuses on Purdue’s heartbreaking loss to Virginia in the 2019 Elite Eight 36:06 – 50:37 - What If…continues as Purdue’s Rob Blackman joins us and discusses what he remembers from that 2019 Purdue season, Carsen Edwards’ lead-up to the tournament, the emotional toll of that tournament and Larry Clisby, how much did the Virginia loss sting compared to other losses, how special was Carsen Edwards? 50:38 – 1:00:52 - Adam Aaronson of Locked On Sixers joins us to discuss what the Pacers are getting in Kelly Oubre Jr., his swagger, how he’ll pair with Tyrese Haliburton and Ivica Zubac, rather be the Pacers or Sixers next season?, the Jaylen Brown trade and what it means for the Sixers next seasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:26 – The boys are back! We recap a busy and long holiday weekend, the anticipation for USA/Belgium tonight, Balogun’s suspended red card for tonight, England/Mexico last night was epic, the Pacers sign Kelly Oubre Jr. in free agency, the unprecedented nature of Balogun’s red card being reversed, James’ award acceptance down in North Carolina 13:27 – 21:53 – Morning Checkdown 21:54 – 43:33 – Are the Pacers a better team than they were when they came up short in Game 7 last year?, what Kelly Oubre brings to the table for the Pacers, the messiness of Balogun’s red card being suspended, NBA Cup coming to Hinkle Fieldhouse 43:34 – 1:08:04 – Nexstar World Cup analyst Orri Benatar joins us and discusses the drama and controversy around Balogun’s red card being suspended, how USA stacks up against Belgium tonight, Erling Haaland, what defines success for this USA team?, James’ award ceremony, Morning Checkdown 1:08:05 – 1:20:47 – USA/Belgium drama, could FIFA reverse the Balogun decision again before kickoff?, listener says his girlfriend is prioritizing Love Island over USA/Belgium tonight 1:20:48 – 1:29:34 – GOATs of the Week 1:29:35 – 1:53:42 – Pacers reporter Tony East joins us and weighs in on if Love Island would take TV control over USA/Belgium tonight, the Pacers signing Kelly Oubre and what it means for the Pacers luxury tax, what the Pacers will look like next season, how they stack up in the Eastern Conference, other NBA free agent moves, Pacers summer league roster, Morning Checkdown 1:53:43 – 2:04:29 – Rehashing our Kelvin Sampson/IU conversation last week, we circle back to the Love Island/USA-Belgium TV issue 2:04:30 – Country Roads, USA-Belgium tonight, our World Cup draft update, Colts Question of the DaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:44 – Are the Pacers a better team than they were when they came up short in Game 7 last year?, what Kelly Oubre brings to the table for the Pacers, the messiness of Balogun’s red card being suspended, NBA Cup coming to Hinkle Fieldhouse 21:45 – 34:05 – Nexstar World Cup analyst Orri Benatar joins us and discusses the drama and controversy around Balogun’s red card being suspended, how USA stacks up against Belgium tonight, Erling Haaland, what defines success for this USA team? 34:06 – 40:50 – GOATs of the Week 40:51 – 55:45 - Pacers reporter Tony East joins us and weighs in on if Love Island would take TV control over USA/Belgium tonight, the Pacers signing Kelly Oubre and what it means for the Pacers luxury tax, what the Pacers will look like next season, how they stack up in the Eastern Conference, other NBA free agent moves, Pacers summer league rosterSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00-14:03 – The Fan Morning Show starts on a Thursday with guests hosts Jason Hammer & Scott Long. The topics of the day start with the United States Men's National Soccer Team beating Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 last night, and the Pacers signing former 76er Wing Kelly Oubre Jr. 14:03-24:48 – Best college football crowd songs after Country Roads went wild yesterday in the USMNT Soccer win. Morning Checkdown 24:48-47:13 – The NBA takes over the topic of conversation as the Pacers sign Kelly Oubre Jr, and the Boston Celtics make a puzzling move- trading MVP candidate Jaylen Brown to Philly for PAUL GEORGE. 47:13-1:15:04– Hammer and Scott start Hour 2 of The Fan Morning Show playing the best piece of audio you will hear all day. Morning Checkdown 1:15:04-1:26:51– Greg Rakestraw, soccer extraordinaire, joins to talk the United States men's soccer win. 1:26:51-1:34:27– Hour 2 ends with The Degenerate Special, betting on Joey Chestnut's upcoming performance in the Hotdog Eating Contest this weekend. 1:34:27-2:02:02 – Hour 3 of The Fan Morning Show gets underway with The Fan's own JMV talking all things Indy Sports and NWA. Morning Checkdown 2:02:02-2:20:24 – Former Indiana Pacer Scot Pollard joins to talk about his heart transplant and how life is going right now with a new heart. 2:20:24-EOS– Jake Query, who takes over at 10 a.m., joins for some cross talk ahead of Query & Company to close out The Fan Morning Show. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00-14:03 – The Fan Morning Show starts on a Thursday with guests hosts Jason Hammer & Scott Long. The topics of the day start with the United States Men's National Soccer Team beating Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 last night, and the Pacers signing former 76er Wing Kelly Oubre Jr. 14:03-25:48 – Greg Rakestraw, soccer extraordinaire, joins to talk the United States men's soccer win. 25:48-EOS – Hour 3 of The Fan Morning Show gets underway with The Fan's own JMV talking all things Indy Sports and NWA. Morning Checkdown Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:21 – Jason Hammer and Scott Long fill-in and open the show by discussing how the biggest story right now is the USMNT Soccer match. Scott gives a detailed breakdown of the Bosnia before Jason talks about the crowd shots of the tournament. Then, we revisit great national anthems in American history. 17:22 – 26:00 – Jason gives his pitch to Doug Boles on who should perform at Carb Day, morning checkdown. 26:01 – 47:13 – Who are the Pacers better than in the Eastern Conference? Plus, great moments in fireworks history. 47:14 – 1:13:44 – Scott and Jason put "Chris Ballard to trial" and go over his resume over the years. Scott explains how frustrated he is with the first-round draft selections, Jason wonders if Daniel Jones start to the season last year was a fluke, morning checkdown. 1:13:44 – 1:27:47 – Jason and Scott discuss Caitlin Clark as the Fever have a week off. They also play recent audio from a media personality who said the WNBA would be better off with Caitlin Clark. 1:27:47 – 1:33:39 – Jason believes Sophie Cunningham belongs in a list of "Fan Favorites." 1:33:39 – 2:00:21 – Jason and Scott discuss the USMNT as they get ready to play Bosnia tonight. They talk about the atmosphere of the world cup and if they are catching the soccer fever. Who is worse, soccer snobs or beer snobs? Then, Jason starts talking about Pamela Anderson and Carmen Electra, morning checkdown. 2:00:21 – 2:13:48 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files eventually joins the show to to discuss NBA Free Agency and what the Pacers are up to. They continue to dissect the backup center position and what the possible moves are. 2:13:48 – 2:18:13 - Jake Query joins Jason and Scott in studio to preview what will be on his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:21 – Jason Hammer and Scott Long fill-in and open the show by discussing how the biggest story right now is the USMNT Soccer match. Scott gives a detailed breakdown of the Bosnia before Jason talks about the crowd shots of the tournament. Then, we revisit great national anthems in American history. 17:21 – 43:22 – Scott and Jason put "Chris Ballard to trial" and go over his resume over the years. Scott explains how frustrated he is with the first-round draft selections, Jason wonders if Daniel Jones start to the season last year was a fluke, morning checkdown. 43:22 – 56:47 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files eventually joins the show to to discuss NBA Free Agency and what the Pacers are up to. They continue to dissect the backup center position and what the possible moves are. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:21 We’re buzzing after day 1 of World Cup knockouts, previewing more tonight, headlines in the NBA 15:22 – 21:40 Morning Checkdown 21:40 - 45:08 What if Kelvin Sampson never left Indiana..., IndyCar/IMS President Doug Boles joins us to discuss the tomorrow’s BC39 event at IMS, 45:09 - 1:12:40 World Cup penalties are amazing, NBA free agency begins today, what moves will the Pacers make 1:12:41 – 1:29:24 IndyStar Colts reporter Nathan Brown joins us to discuss training camp, contract talks, addressing the backup QB scenario 1:29:25 – 1:37:30 More on Kelvin Sampson and how his situation compares to the modern CBB landscape 1:37:31 – 2:01:35 Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs joins us to conclude our discussion on the Kelvin Sampson era at IU, morning checkdown 2:01:36 - 2:12:32 Previewing the Pacers’ situation ahead of NBA free agency, the struggle of American tennis since 2003 2:12:33 – 2:18:02 Closing out the show Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 8:46 IndyCar/IMS President Doug Boles joins us to discuss the tomorrow’s BC39 event at IMS 8:47 – 20:44 IndyStar Colts reporter Nathan Brown joins us to discuss training camp, contract talks, addressing the backup QB scenario 20:45 – 38:14 Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs joins us to conclude our discussion on the Kelvin Sampson era at IU, morning checkdown Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:45 The Athletic’s Elias Burke joins us to discuss the World Cup as the knockout rounds kick off. There are many great storylines surrounding this tournament, and Elias guides us through it. 16:46 - 29:31 Setting The Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to discuss Pacers free agency and draft fallout. What moves should the team make going into this season with a returning Tyrese Haliburton. 29:31 – 41:22 Colts questions, Pacers vs Knicks in the upcoming NBA season.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:53 Marc’s least favorite time of the year is here...Wimbledon. Previewing World Cup action as the knockout stage begins today. 14:54 – 22:14 Morning Checkdown 22:15 – 44:40 Reacting to Tyrese Haliburton’s interesting comment when asked about his thoughts on New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals. 44:41 – 1:10:20 The Athletic’s Elias Burke joins us to discuss the World Cup as the knockout rounds kick off. There are many great storylines surrounding this tournament, and Elias guides us through it. 1:10:21 – 1:24:15 Kenny Moore comments on his time with the Colts, and his thoughts on what he wants in a new team. Colts postseason drought discussion. 1:24:16 – 1:34:04 Goats of the week, Pacers usher is surprised with her son that she hasn’t seen in years. 1:34:05 - 1:54:40 Setting The Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to discuss Pacers free agency and draft fallout. What moves should the team make going into this season with a returning Tyrese Haliburton. 1:54:41 – 2:06:32 Colts questions, Pacers vs Knicks in the upcoming NBA season, 2:06:33 – 2:14:26 Wrapping the show with Jake QuerySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:13 – Marc Dykton takes over the mic with James Boyd this Friday morning. They share about the top headlines around the local sports world, including the Pacers draft, the Fever fouls and officiating, and Team USA’s World Cup loss. 11:14 – 17:07 – Morning Checkdown 17:08 – 45:44 – Pacers General Manager Chad Buchanan’s reactions to Braden Smith landing with the Pacers and what his role could be around the core of the team. James and Marc break down their thoughts on what “the core team” of the Pacers is. They also share their thoughts on the WNBA’s decisions around the officiating for Caitlin Clark. 45:45 – 1:14:58 – Greg Rakestraw of the IHSAA, ISC Sports Network and Colts Radio joins the show to share about all things around the Indianapolis sports world. He brings his thoughts on Braden Smith with the Pacers to the table and then shares his insight into the Colts’ upcoming season. Greg also gives a preview of what will happen over the weekend for sporting events, and what to expect for Team USA in the World Cup. Then, James gets Kielynn’s take on his upcoming trip with his mom – Should he stay awake on the plane to talk with his mom? Morning Checkdown 1:14:59 – 1:21:59 – They preview the Colts Question of the Day through James’ recent article. 1:22:00 – 1:28:52 – Colts Question of the Day: What are the strongest and weakest positions the Colts are setup for? 1:28:53 - 1:52:53 – Tooth fairy at the Dykton household and James’ experience with the dentist. They revisit the strength of the Colts positions. And then, they dive deeper into the WNBA controversy around Alyssa Thomas, along with Caitlin Clark’s injury. Marc’s take on the WNBA being too reactive. Morning Checkdown 1:52:54 – 2:06:59 – IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep was at the draft party for Ryan Conwell. Kyle joins the show with insight into the 2026 NBA Draft picks of Ryan for OKC, and Braden Smith for the Pacers, and shares about their Indiana high school basketball time. 2:07:00 - 2:13:30 – James’ 4th of July trip to South Carolina to accept his award. Just announced, the manager for the Cubs has been fired! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:02 – Greg Rakestraw of the IHSAA, ISC Sports Network and Colts Radio joins the show to share about all things around the Indianapolis sports world. He brings his thoughts on Braden Smith with the Pacers to the table and then shares his insight into the Colts’ upcoming season. Greg also gives a preview of what will happen over the weekend for sporting events, and what to expect for Team USA in the World Cup. Then, James gets Kielynn’s take on his upcoming trip with his mom – Should he stay awake on the plane to talk with his mom? 21:03 – 35:08 – IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep was at the draft party for Ryan Conwell. Kyle joins the show with insight into the 2026 NBA Draft picks of Ryan for OKC Thunder, Braden Smith for the Pacers, and Trey Kaufman-Ren with the Minnesota Timberwolves, and shares about their Indiana basketball time. 35:09 – 42:02 – Colts Question of the Day: What are the strongest and weakest positions the Colts are setup for? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:39 – Braden Smith is a Pacer and the Fever have tempers flare after Caitlin Clark is injured, how quickly did Braden Smith know he was traded to the Pacers?, the trade package for Braden Smith, the Caitlin Clark injury and non-call on Alyssa Thomas, is Clark officiated unfairly? 17:40 – 24:08 – Morning Checkdown 24:09 – 45:05 – Braden Smith landing with the Pacers and what his role could be, what happened between Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White’s postgame rant against officiating 45:06 – 1:12:25 – Westfield basketball coach Shane Sumpter joins us to discuss Braden Smith getting traded to the Pacers, the atmosphere at last night’s draft party, watching him grow as a player, how he’ll fit with the Pacers, his thoughts on the shot clock in high school basketball, local kids staying home, James’ back-and-forth with the WNBA about Clark’s latest technical foul, Morning Checkdown 1:12:26 – 1:22:45 – Braden Smith’s role with the Pacers and is he too small to play in the NBA? 1:22:46 – 1:29:43 – Colts question of the Day, Dr. Seuss books are absurd and dividing the show 1:29:44 - 1:54:09 – Caitlin Clark’s latest injury, the Alyssa Thomas-Caitlin Clark non-call that had Stephanie White livid postgame, Sophie Cunningham stalker arrested, Lions CB Terrion Arnold arrested on felony kidnapping, Morning Checkdown 1:54:10 – 2:06:29 – We play I GOTTA KNOW 2:06:30 - 2:14:10 – Caitlin Clark injury and what it means short and long-term, Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:46 – Braden Smith is a Pacer and the Fever have tempers flare after Caitlin Clark is injured, how quickly did Braden Smith know he was traded to the Pacers?, the trade package for Braden Smith, the Caitlin Clark injury and non-call on Alyssa Thomas, is Clark officiated unfairly? 17:47 – 38:43 – Braden Smith landing with the Pacers and what his role could be, what happened between Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White’s postgame rant against officiating 38:44 – 51:38 – Westfield basketball coach Shane Sumpter joins us to discuss Braden Smith getting traded to the Pacers, the atmosphere at last night’s draft party, watching him grow as a player, how he’ll fit with the Pacers, his thoughts on the shot clock in high school basketball, local kids staying home, James’ back-and-forth with the WNBA about Clark’s latest technical foul 51:39 – 1:03:49 – We play I GOTTA KNOWSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 12:10 – Lots to recap on this Wednesday morning: NBA Draft Night 1, Fever get back at it tonight, will Caitlin Clark’s tech get rescinded?, Brendan Sorsby gets told no by the NFL, World Cup recap, Colts training camp schedule is out 12:11 – 22:37 – Morning Checkdown 22:38 – 44:00 – The Pacers have done a lot without homegrown talent, Kevin reads a text from a listener hating that the Colts and Pacers didn’t have first-round picks in their respective drafts, listener tells a Buc-ee’s Airbnb story, Chris Ballard’s tenure as Colts GM and his head coaching decisions, the likelihood of Caitlin Clark’s most recent technical getting rescinded 44:01 – 1:11:45 – IndyStar Pacers reporter Dustin Dopirak joins us and discusses if last night’s first round of the NBA Draft was boring, what the Pacers could potentially do to get back into the draft, what they have available for free agency, his choice for biggest need for the Pacers, Brendan Sorsby fallout, Morning Checkdown 1:11:46 – 1:22:48 – Colts Question of the Day: What are three camp battles you’re most intrigued by?, training camp schedule 1:22:49 – 1:31:40 – Kevin was annoyed the Thunder had a lottery pick, NBA Draft recap, our World Cup draft update, how many technicals in tonight’s Fever/Mercury game? 1:31:41 – 1:58:24 – Colts radio voice Matt Taylor joins us and discusses what he’s been up to this summer, training camp schedule thoughts, the last time at Grand Park, most wide-open position battle heading into camp, Jonathan Taylor’s trajectory, the last of playoff appearances and how veterans feel about it, best lunch spot on his tour of Indiana, Morning Checkdown 1:58:25 – 2:04:47– Should the Pacers trade Jarace Walker for a second-round pick?, the pros and cons of doing so 2:04:48 - 2:13:15 - Is Giannis a top-50 player all-time?, top players in the Pacers division since Jordan in ’84Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:29 – The Pacers have done a lot without homegrown talent, Kevin reads a text from a listener hating that the Colts and Pacers didn’t have first-round picks in their respective drafts, listener tells a Buc-ee’s Airbnb story, Chris Ballard’s tenure as Colts GM and his head coaching decisions, the likelihood of Caitlin Clark’s most recent technical getting rescinded 21:30 – 33:30 – IndyStar Pacers reporter Dustin Dopirak joins us and discusses if last night’s first round of the NBA Draft was boring, what the Pacers could potentially do to get back into the draft, what they have available for free agency, his choice for biggest need for the Pacers 33:31 – 44:20 - Colts Question of the Day: What are three camp battles you’re most intrigued by?, training camp schedule 44:21 – 1:00:19 - Colts radio voice Matt Taylor joins us and discusses what he’s been up to this summer, training camp schedule thoughts, the last time at Grand Park, most wide-open position battle heading into camp, Jonathan Taylor’s trajectory, the last of playoff appearances and how veterans feel about it, best lunch spot on his tour of IndianaSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:40 – Giannis traded to the Heat overnight, Dusty May to the Mavericks, the details in the Giannis/Heat trade, what does it mean for Myles Turner?, Fever roll past the Mercury despite a slow start, a whole bunch of technicals near the end of the game, Caitlin Clark’s fiery postgame comments about her technical 17:41 – 28:23 – Morning Checkdown 28:24 – 46:31 – Dusty May leaves Michigan for Mavericks job, our latest What If…the time Josh McDaniels backed out of the Colts head coaching job, the coaching cycle that season, what we remember from that time period 46:32 – 1:16:06 – The fallout from the Giannis trade to the Heat, will Caitlin Clark’s technical get rescinded?, The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to recount what he remembers of the Josh McDaniels drama with the Colts and how he thinks things could have gone had he not backed out, why he thinks McDaniels backed out, is Ballard’s leash as long if McDaniels stays or he hires one of the other coaches in that cycle?, Morning Checkdown 1:16:07 – 1:24:00 – Will the Pacers get in on the 2026 NBA Draft?, is Dusty May to IU still a possibility now that he’s going to Dallas? 1:24:01 – 1:30:40 – Did the Bucks win the Giannis trade?, Kevin inquires the going rate for what James what the Tooth Fairy should give out for a first tooth 1:30:41 – 1:57:08 – Circle City Spin’s Tony East joins usto talk about the Giannis trade return, how the move affects the Pacers and the Eastern Conference, Guitar Hero, NBA Draft thoughts and if the Pacers can make a move, will some of the Pacers core be on the move?, his thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s latest technical and does she need to rein it in?, Morning Checkdown 1:57:09 – 2:05:52 – We re-visit the What If…Josh McDaniels story by evaluating what happened and what could have happened 2:05:53 – Buc-ee’s coming to Greenwood?, what are we watching for in the NBA Draft tonightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 17:47 – Giannis traded to the Heat overnight, Dusty May to the Mavericks, the details in the Giannis/Heat trade, what does it mean for Myles Turner?, Fever roll past the Mercury despite a slow start, a whole bunch of technicals near the end of the game, Caitlin Clark’s fiery postgame comments about her technical 17:48 – 29:33 – Our latest What If…the time Josh McDaniels backed out of the Colts head coaching job, the coaching cycle that season, what we remember from that time period 29:34 – 43:06 - The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins us to recount what he remembers of the Josh McDaniels drama with the Colts and how he thinks things could have gone had he not backed out, why he thinks McDaniels backed out, is Ballard’s leash as long if McDaniels stays or he hires one of the other coaches in that cycle? 43:07 – 56:35- Circle City Spin’s Tony East joins us to talk about the Giannis trade return, how the move affects the Pacers and the Eastern Conference, Guitar Hero, NBA Draft thoughts and if the Pacers can make a move, will some of the Pacers core be on the move?, his thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s latest technical and does she need to rein it in?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:50 – Back from the long Father’s Day weekend, Fever get swept by the Dream over the weekend, World Cup fun, Christian Lundgaard wins at Road America 13:51 – 21:33 – Morning Checkdown 21:34 – 45:21 – Colts radio color commentator Joe Reitz joins us to discuss seeing Toy Story 5, top storylines for him heading into training camp, how he handled summer break and got ready for training camp, what’s been the most frustrating watching the Colts not make the playoffs or win the division, where do Pacers need the most help this off-season? 45:22 – 1:09:54 – Best World Cup stories so far, could contracts for other running backs around the league be a bad thing when it comes to Jonathan Taylor?, Curt Cignetti discusses Brendan Sorsby, Morning Checkdown 1:09:55 – 1:21:43 – GOATs of the Week 1:21:44 – 1:29:00– Fever on the struggle bus, Colts Question of the Day: Will Alec Pierce prove he’s a true #1 WR? 1:29:01 – 1:51:02 – NBA writer Krysten Peek joins us to discuss the NBA Draft and prospects, the top four talent and the talent after it, will Braden Smith be drafted, Shams Charania says he expects Giannis to be traded before tomorrow’s NBA Draft, how the Pacers could potentially make a move or two to get into the draft, will Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker both still be Pacers by July 4, Morning Checkdown 1:51:03 – 2:00:43 - Caitlin Clark shoe thoughts, World Cup yellow card clarification, Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson, Game 7 anniversary 2:00:44 - 2:10:44 – Wrapping the show: the Brendan Sorsby/IU connection and the questions remaining, Jake Query joins and discusses the dust-up between Graham Rahal and Will Power at Road America Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:12 – Colts radio color commentator Joe Reitz joins us to discuss seeing Toy Story 5, top storylines for him heading into training camp, how he handled summer break and got ready for training camp, what’s been the most frustrating watching the Colts not make the playoffs or win the division 13:13 – 22:43 – GOATs of the Week 22:44 – 31:47 - NBA writer Krysten Peek joins us to discuss the NBA Draft and prospects, the top four talent and the talent after it, will Braden Smith be draftedSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - 23:42: The different ways of thinking between the Colts and the Pacers, What If… Gordon Hayward made the game-winner against Duke in the 2010 National Championship Game? 23:43 - 38:37: ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins to talk Indy Eleven, Team USA’s World Cup match against Australia, compelling storylines ahead of the IHSAA State Baseball Championship games, Colson Montgomery’s MLB success, and more 38:38 - 49:22: Former Butler Bulldog Shelvin Mack joins the show to close out What If… including who would play him in a movie if the shot went in, other memories from Butler’s run, whether he and his teammates saw themselves as underdogs, and his thoughts on former teammate Ronald “Robot Ron” Nored taking over as head coachSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 – 13:44 – Marc once again fills in for James. Recapping last night’s bad weather, previewing our What If… topic of the day, Fever looking for fifth straight win, how might the Pacers feel about watching the Knicks’ championship parade? 13:45 – 22:16 – Morning Checkdown 22:17 – 46:01 – The different ways of thinking between the Colts and the Pacers, What If… Gordon Hayward made the game-winner against Duke in the 2010 National Championship Game? 46:02 – 1:11:04 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins to talk Indy Eleven, Team USA’s World Cup match against Australia, compelling storylines ahead of the IHSAA State Baseball Championship games, Colson Montgomery’s MLB success, and more, Morning Checkdown 1:11:05 – 1:20:57 – What If… continues 1:20:58 – 1:30:21 – Colts Question of the Day: Keeping in mind their recent playoff drought, what is the bare minimum the Colts need to do to avoid wholesale front office and/or coaching changes? 1:30:22 – 1:51:18 – Kevin and Marc discuss their Father’s Day plans, recapping the Colts Question of the Day, Marc’s thoughts on the Bears’ potential move to Hammond, Morning Checkdown 1:51:19 – 2:02:34 – Former Butler Bulldog Shelvin Mack joins the show to close out What If… including who would play him in a movie if the shot went in, other memories from Butler’s run, whether he and his teammates saw themselves as underdogs, and his thoughts on former teammate Ronald “Robot Ron” Nored taking over as head coach 2:02:35 - 2:11:46 – Kevin relays James' thoughts on Caitlin Clark's signature shoe, how much money kids should get per lost tooth, Kevin's US Open bets; no show tomorrow, returns on MondaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - 21:16 – Following up on yesterday’s What If… with more thoughts on a revelation from the Malice at the Palace, Colts depth chart thoughts, do the Colts regret moving AD Mitchell? Messi vs. Ronaldo, and more World Cup talk21:17 - 32:12 – Setting the Pace’s Alex Golden joins to talk potential Pacers trades around the NBA Draft, lessons from the Knicks’ title run, Johnny Furphy’s return from injury and more; contract scenarios for Jonathan Taylor and others, Colts front office dynamics32:13 - 39:15 – Colts Question of the Day: How much longer does Jonathan Taylor have with the Colts? Other players approaching contract years with turnover potentially on the horizon and where the Colts’ priorities may lie Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 – 17:55 – Marc fills in for James. Kevin and Marc recap the Fever’s record-setting win over the Toronto Tempo and a wild day of World Cup action, What If… reactions, US Open hopes 17:56 – 25:27 – Morning Checkdown 25:28- 46:49 – Following up on yesterday’s What If… with more thoughts on a revelation from the Malice at the Palace, Colts depth chart thoughts, do the Colts regret moving AD Mitchell? Messi vs. Ronaldo, and more World Cup talk 46:50 – 1:14:37 – What is the college equivalent of the Knicks? Where IU basketball could be if they never fired Kelvin Sampson, the best four-letter word in sports, I Gotta Know, Morning Checkdown 1:14:38 – 1:24:40 – GOAT debates across sports, which football position is the most interchangeable, the value of availability, what Ashton Dulin can do at wide receiver 1:24:41 – 1:32:45 – Colts Question of the Day: How much longer does Jonathan Taylor have with the Colts? Other players approaching contract years with turnover potentially on the horizon and where the Colts’ priorities may lie 1:32:46 – 1:58:44 – Setting the Pace’s Alex Golden joins to talk potential Pacers trades around the NBA Draft, lessons from the Knicks’ title run, Johnny Furphy’s return from injury and more, contract scenarios for Jonathan Taylor and others, Colts front office dynamics, Morning Checkdown 1:58:45 – 2:06:35 – Where could Brendan Sorsby land, or will he be drafted at all? 2:06:36 - 2:14:27 – Is there a Caitlin Clark signature shoe coming soon? Kevin thinks some World Cup players look more like football players than soccer players.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:30 – Our What If series starts today, all ties in the World Cup yesterday including Spain drawing with Cape Verde, the guys recap their time at the Anthony Calhoun golf outing, will the Pacers be looking to add significantly in free agency?, Brendan Sorsby will enter the NFL Supplemental Draft 13:31 - 20:44 – Morning Checkdown 20:45 - 45:31 – More on Brendan Sorsby leaving Texas Tech and the Supplemental Draft, What If the Malice at the Palace never happened? 45:32 - 1:09:15 – What moves could the Pacers make around NBA Draft night?, PGA Tour Radio’s Will Haskett joins us to preview the US Open at Shinnecock Hills and give an update on LIV Golf at Chatham Hills, Morning Checkdown 1:09:16 – 1:21:41 – What If… continues 1:21:42 - 1:29:37 – Previewing the day’s World Cup action, GOAT debates, Braden Smith’s back-and-forth with Bob Kravitz and how he approaches being a smaller guard, the Pacers’ “soft deadline” for offseason roster moves 1:29:38 - 1:56:03 – What If… continues, Mark Montieth joins to talk about covering the Malice at the Palace, David Stern’s surprising realization in the aftermath, and how Ron Artest rehabbed his image, Morning Checkdown 1:56:04 – 2:04:40– Colts Question of the Day, Tyler Warren’s outlook, level of concern with the Colts as a team, yesterday’s golf outing with Anthony Calhoun 2:04:41 - 2:13:07 – We wrap the show discussing James' next couple of days away from the show and our What If discussion Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 24:43 - More on Brendan Sorsby leaving Texas Tech and the Supplemental Draft, What If the Malice at the Palace never happened? 24:44 - 35:21 - What If… continues with fallout from the brawl, Stephen Jackson apoligizing to Reggie Mille 35:22 - 53:15 - What If… continues, Mark Montieth joins to talk about covering the Malice at the Palace, David Stern’s surprising realization in the aftermath, and how Ron Artest rehabbed his imageSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 14:03 – A busy weekend of sports is highlighted by the Knicks wining their first championship in 53 years, Pacers’ bitterness?, the new station schedule starts today with Jake Query joining us at the end of the show, USA routs Paraguay in their World Cup opener 14:04 – 25:22 – Morning Checkdown 25:13-46:12 – When could the Pacers return to Madison Square Garden?, the Colts QB2 debate continues, the youth movement on the defensive side of the ball, OG Anunoby and his growth since his college days, comp between Knicks and Pacers roster-building styles 46:13-1:10:43 – What would a Pacers title mean for Indy?, USA soccer taking care of business against Paraguay, Florian Balogun’s citizenship story, what if Anthony Richardson didn’t tap out?, level of concern with Fever, Caitlin Clark racking up technical fouls, Morning Checkdown 1:10:44-1:23:29 – Goats of the Week, Kevin is fed up with basketball players of all ages wagging their fingers to ask for a review and James offers a solution, World Cup fans from across the world 1:23:30-1:32:28 – James previews an upcoming Colts story, Sauce Gardner is on a different level, summer memories from James’ childhood, and thoughts on Monique Billings meshing with the Fever, and a caller adds his thoughts on Japanese fans cleaning up their sections at the World Cup 1:32:29- 1:58:33 – Giving the Knicks their due, learning a surprise nugget about British stadium rules, Indiana Fever announcer Pat Boylan joins the show to offer his thoughts on the NBA Finals, recent trends for the Fever, previews his upcoming local broadcast schedule, how the NBA offseason is shaping up, Morning Checkdown 1:58:34 – 2:05:17 – Kevin learns about the Carolina Hurricanes’ backup goalie and his wild journey, wondering whether Jake is awake this early, James has his travel plans for football season 2:07:18 - – The first-ever Crossover with Jake Query as the new show schedule beginsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:55 – When could the Pacers return to Madison Square Garden?, the Colts QB2 debate continues, the youth movement on the defensive side of the ball, OG Anunoby and his growth since his college days, comp between Knicks and Pacers roster-building styles 20:56 – 33:41 – GOATs of the Week 33:42 – 47:23 - Indiana Fever announcer Pat Boylan joins the show to offer his thoughts on the NBA Finals, recent trends for the Fever, previews his upcoming local broadcast schedule, how the NBA offseason is shaping up Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.