Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Ballard

Matt Weaver of 247Sports and Peegs.com joins to break down IU vs Oregon Pt. 2. What are the biggest factors tonight that will decide the outcome of the game? On his drive down to Atlanta, former IU QB Chris Dittoe joins to talk about his perspective of the Peach Bowl. What does the game look like from the fanbase and alumni base perspective? Kevin Bowen of The Fan Morning Show joins to talk Colts with the Chris Ballard saga. Should the Colts GM be brought back? What were KB’s takeaways from his press conference yesterday? Dave Revsine of the Big Ten Network joins for a final preview of IU vs Oregon tonight. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00-24:54 – Query & Company gets underway on a Friday with a proclamation about tonight’s Peach Bowl. Jake also hits on Pacers coach Rick Carlisle earning his 1,000th career win last night, as the Pacers halted their franchise-record 13 game losing skid in Charlotte. 24:54-40:28 – Matt Weaver of 247Sports and Peegs.com joins to break down IU vs Oregon Pt. 2. What are the biggest factors tonight that will decide the outcome of the game? 40:28-48:05 – Jake closes out the first hour of the show on Rick Carlisle’s 1,000th win. 48:05-1:13:34 – On his drive down to Atlanta, former IU QB Chris Dittoe joins to talk about his perspective of the Peach Bowl. What does the game look like from the fanbase and alumni base perspective? 1:13:34-1:24:16 – Jake talks the NFL Playoffs as the Colts are left at home for the 5th straight year. 1:24:16-1:34:29 – Jake closes out the second hour of the show. 1:34:29 -1:55:36 – Kevin Bowen of The Fan Morning Show joins to talk Colts with the Chris Ballard saga. Should the Colts GM be brought back? What were KB’s takeaways from his press conference yesterday? 1:55:36-2:02:04 – It’s another edition of Good for the Heart Friday! 2:02:04-2:20:01– Dave Revsine of the Big Ten Network joins for a final preview of IU vs Oregon tonight. Then JMV hops on from Clayton’s Country Bar for their patented cross-talk! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:40) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing what Chris Ballard said during his press conference this morning before the show and play some things that stood out during the forty-minute session with the local media. (28:40-41:45) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers, Circle City Spin, and Forbes Sports joins Jake Query to chat all things Indiana Pacers. Jake asks Tony what to make of the coaching staff starting to give Kam Jones some minutes in the last week or so, evaluates how much a toll this season is taking on Pascal Siakam, and assesses if we should compare Jarace Walker and Johnny Furphy’s production against each other. (41:45-46:41) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query highlighting a text he received from a listener on what he said about Chris Ballard in the opening segment of the show. (46:41-1:12:07) – Indiana football legend, Anthony Thompson, joins Query & Company to discuss how much he has enjoyed watching IU football since Curt Cignetti’s takeover. He compares what he has seen from Cignetti to Bill Mallory and Terry Hoeppner, reveals that he is really good friends with Andre Ware, and discusses his plans this weekend and next if the Hoosiers defeat the Oregon Ducks. (1:12:07-1:31:20) – The IndyStar’s Zach Osterman makes an appearance on the show from Georgia to preview tomorrow’s Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl between IU and Oregon. He shares something that IU defensive coordinator Bryant Haines told him last night, what he has learned as to how the two former Alabama assistant coaches have been navigating preparing for the game and the transfer portal at the same time, and reveals why he’s picking IU over Oregon. (1:31:20-1:35:05) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake highlighting something Chris Ballard said that contradicted himself. (1:35:05-2:00:02) – Bob Kravitz joins Jake Query on today’s show and the two guys discuss how applicable what Chris Ballard said today to what he has said each of the last four years, evaluates the first end of season press conference from Carlie Irsay-Gordon earlier this week, believes that Charvarius Ward and DeForest Buckner will both be back, evaluates the future of some veterans on the Colts roster, and shares his thoughts on whether IU is a football school now. (2:00:02-2:13:58) – With Chris Ballard speaking for forty-minutes today, there were some comments he made that Jake hasn’t gotten around to just yet. He plays what Ballard said about building roster depth, Anthony Richardson, and what he saw from the team in the final month of the season. Jake shares his thoughts on each of those things. (2:13:58-2:23:50) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to discuss what he will be talking about during his show today about what Chris Ballard had to say earlier today.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:47) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers, Circle City Spin, and Forbes Sports joins Jake Query to chat all things Indiana Pacers. Jake asks Tony what to make of the coaching staff starting to give Kam Jones some minutes in the last week or so, evaluates how much a toll this season is taking on Pascal Siakam, and assesses if we should compare Jarace Walker and Johnny Furphy’s production against each other. (12:47-30:59) – Indiana football legend, Anthony Thompson, joins Query & Company to discuss how much he has enjoyed watching IU football since Curt Cignetti’s takeover. He compares what he has seen from Cignetti to Bill Mallory and Terry Hoeppner, reveals that he is really good friends with Andre Ware, and discusses his plans this weekend and next if the Hoosiers defeat the Oregon Ducks. (38:27-51:20) – Bob Kravitz joins Jake Query on today’s show and the two guys discuss how applicable what Chris Ballard said today to what he has said each of the last four years, evaluates the first end of season press conference from Carlie Irsay-Gordon earlier this week, believes that Charvarius Ward and DeForest Buckner will both be back, evaluates the future of some veterans on the Colts roster, and shares his thoughts on whether IU is a football school now.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 21:20 - Former IU and NFL defensive end Adewale Ogunleye joins JMV! JMV and Adewale discuss the transformation of the IU football program under Curt Cignetti. Wale goes through the revenge he is getting on his former NFL teammates who went to SEC schools and who gave him grief for his alma mater. 21:21 - 44:24 - Mike Chappell from FOX59 and CBS4 joins the show! Mike and JMV react to both Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Chris Ballard’s season-ending press conference, and if either one of them said anything that can soothe the fans frustrating. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 25:10 – JMV reacts to Chris Ballard’s season-ending press conference! 25:11 – 39:28 – JMV takes some calls from Colts fans who want to voice their thoughts of Ballard’s press conference! 39:29 – 44:32 – Clayton Anderson stops by to promote tomorrow’s live show from his bar in downtown Indy! 44:33 – 1:09:07 – Former IU and NFL defensive end Adewale Ogunleye joins JMV! JMV and Adewale discuss the transformation of the IU football program under Curt Cignetti. Wale goes through the revenge he is getting on his former NFL teammates who went to SEC schools and who gave him grief for his alma mater. 1:09:08 - 1:21:17 – JMV takes some calls, including from an Ole Miss fan as the Rebels get ready to take on Miami in the Fiesta Bowl! 1:21:18 – 1:29:20 – JMV wraps the 2nd hour with more phone calls! 1:29:21 – 1:55:26 – Mike Chappell from FOX59 and CBS4 joins the show! Mike and JMV react to both Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Chris Ballard’s season-ending press conference, and if either one of them said anything that can soothe the fans frustrating. 1:55:27 – 2:11:00 – JMV takes more calls from listeners of the show! 2:11:01 - 2:17:13 – JMV wraps up the 3rd hour! 2:17:14 – 2:26:49 – JMV wraps up the show with more phone calls! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys jump into what it means for the Colts to have both Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard (again) back and how Carlie Irsay-Gordon handled Monday's press conference. Also, appreciating Alec Pierce, IU dumping the "Cinderella" aspect of their dominant run, and a look back on pump sneakers from the early 1990s.Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Brotherly LoveChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Blood on the Tracks

Jason addresses the feminization of the NFL, explaining ESPN's hyper focus on Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon, the sideline queen. Irsay-Gordon's postseason news conference made national headlines as she discussed the pressure she's placed on head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard. Irsay-Gordon represents the NFL's DEI plans for ownership and how the media will spin it. Danny Kanell joins Jason to discuss a bevy of NFL takes, including Michael Strahan responding to his take on Jaxson Dart, if Kevin Stefanski is an ideal fit for the New York Giants or not, and whether or not Tom Brady will kick the tires on bringing aboard Bill Belichick. Kanell has long been a Lamar Jackson supporter and still is ... while Browns GM Andrew Berry didn't exactly give Shedeur Sanders a brawny show of support as the team's 2026 starting QB. Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-11:04) – Zak Keefer from The Athletic joins Jake Query on today’s show to give his perspective on the Indianapolis Colts decision to bring back Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen. Zak discusses the future of the franchise, the growing list of shortcomings that have happened underneath Ballard, and what he thought about Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s first end of season press conference because she indirectly revealed how she looked at Chris Ballard. (11:04-22:05) – The second hour of the show concludes with producer Eddie Garrison letting Jake know that the three Irsay daughters have now issued a letter to the Colts fans. He reads it and reacts to what they had to say. (28:16-36:16) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Jake Query to discuss all things Indiana Pacers. Their conversation starts by discussing the severity of Bennedict Mathurin’s thumb injury, what his future with the team looks like, how the team will plan to find a starting center before the start of next season, and the overall environment in Pasadena for the Rose Bowl last week.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:13) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison sharing some thoughts on the Carlie Irsay-Gordon press conference from yesterday. Jake plays some comments that stood out to him and connects what she said to what Shane Steichen said yesterday as well. (26:28-38:37) – Zak Keefer from The Athletic joins Jake Query on today’s show to give his perspective on the Indianapolis Colts decision to bring back Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen. Zak discusses the future of the franchise, the growing list of shortcomings that have happened underneath Ballard, and what he thought about Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s first end of season press conference because she indirectly revealed how she looked at Chris Ballard. (39:40-47:31) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query discussing the changing of the guard down in Bloomington. (47:31-1:13:21) – Stephen Holder from ESPN.com makes his weekly visit on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake Query about yesterday’s press conference for Carlie Irsay-Gordon. Plus, he evaluates the future of Anthony Richardson with the Colts based off the answers from Shane Steichen and Irsay-Gordon yesterday and what he would say to Colts fans that are frustrated with the decision to bring back Steichen and Ballard. (1:09:36-1:25:26) – On Friday the Indiana Hoosiers will look to pickup their second win of the season over the Oregon Ducks. Jake shares some of his initial thoughts on the game with the country starting to finally believe in Curt Cignetti’s Hoosiers. (1:30:30-1:36:58) – The second hour of the show concludes with producer Eddie Garrison letting Jake know that the three Irsay daughters have now issued a letter to the Colts fans. He reads it and reacts to what they had to say. (1:36:58-2:02:43) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Jake Query to discuss all things Indiana Pacers. Their conversation starts by discussing the severity of Bennedict Mathurin’s thumb injury, what his future with the team looks like, how the team will plan to find a starting center before the start of next season, and the overall environment in Pasadena for the Rose Bowl last week. (2:02:43-2:12:47) – Jake continues the Colts conversation by highlighting all of the issues that Chris Ballard has had addressing the quarterback position since Andrew Luck’s abrupt retirement and how Carlie Irsay-Gordon reminded him of himself. (2:12:47-2:24:48) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to discuss his takeaways from what Carlie Irsay-Gordon said yesterday in her press conference.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An estimated 7 million dollars in cocaine uncovered in a semi driving through Putnam County Saturday. Walz drops out of race. You don't have to be welcoming with fraudsters. Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon sends a strong message to general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen. Too many people in Indiana state government want to stifle growth. Hilton cancels reservations for ICE agents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:24 – We react to Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference yesterday and are jobs really on the line next season?, what can Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard realistically do this off-season to get the team better for next year?, fallout from yesterday’s press conference 13:25 – 36:41 – Creed, what happens with the rest of the Colts coaching staff?, Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference, her “ask me next year” response on if Ballard and Steichen are tied at the hip, Charvarius Ward’s future 36:42 – 49:51 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses Bennedict Mathurin’s injury and missing time, getting to know Micah Potter, the current losing streak and keeping the right mindset, shouts out James for his award, getting the team through the rough patch, running more set plays in the absence of Haliburton?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:20– We react to Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference yesterday and are jobs really on the line next season?, what can Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard realistically do this off-season to get the team better for next year?, fallout from yesterday’s press conference, 13:21 – 21:11– Morning Checkdown 21:12 – 44:50 – Creed, what happens with the rest of the Colts coaching staff?, Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference, her “ask me next year” response on if Ballard and Steichen are tied at the hip, Charvarius Ward’s future 44:51 – 1:09:32– How much would change would occur if the Colts’ hot start to the season wasn’t as hot?, most of the Colts’ wins come against teams looking for new coaches now, Chavarius Ward’s status heading into the offseason and his football future, the Colts are putting a lot of hope on multiple guys who have major injury concerns, Jonathan Taylor’s second half fall off, Morning Checkdown 1:09:33 – 1:21:17 – James wins a major award, more fallout from yesterday’s press conference 1:21:18 – 1:28:26 – Indiana’s rise and Curt Cignetti’s impact, IU/Oregon 1:28:27 – 1:52:40 – What is the definition of the “expectations are higher” for the Colts for 2026, is it playoffs or bust?, the vibe around yesterday’s press conference 1:52:41 – 2:06:13 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses Bennedict Mathurin’s injury and missing time, getting to know Micah Potter, the current losing streak and keeping the right mindset, shouts out James for his award, getting the team through the rough patch, running more set plays in the absence of Haliburton? 2:06:14 – 2:13:00 – Wrapping the show and recapping what Rick Carlisle had to say, Clustertruck, Peach BowlSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join insiders Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown as they discuss the Colts keep general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen.

(00:00-26:28) – Query & Company opens on the first show of 2026 with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Indiana’s dominating win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl. Jake connects the history of our founding fathers to how Indiana has become the overwhelming favorite in the College Football Playoff. (26:28-39:40) – The voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, joins Jake Query on today’s show to talk about Curt Cignetti’s approach right now between balancing the transfer portal and preparing for Oregon. Don comments on what it was like experiencing the IU takeover in Pasadena last week, explains how the Ducks and Hoosiers are different than the first time they faced off, and recaps last night’s win for IU basketball over Washington. (39:40-49:32) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query discussing the shortcomings of Chris Ballard and how he believes that Ballard is going to blame the fallout of the season to something that he said in one of his first press conferences about one position in particular. (49:32-1:18:18) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to share what he has learned from locker room cleanout day. Chappell highlights what Charvarius Ward said about his future in the NFL, evaluates how likely it is for some players to be back with the team next season, assesses how the team could handle Michael Pittman Jr.’s contract. (1:09:36-1:30:30) – Jake Query opens the phone lines for callers to share their thoughts on the Colts decision to bring back Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. Plus, Amp Harris makes an appearance in studio! (1:30:30-1:39:13) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and Amp Harris chatting about the future of the Indianapolis Colts. Amp shares what he has learned by talking with people associated with the Colts about Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson, and Carlie Irsay-Gordon. (1:39:13-1:48:55) – The final hour of the show tips off with Jake admitting that when he was focused on comparing where the Indianapolis Colts are to where the Indiana Pacers used to be, that he realized something with IU football since Curt Cignetti’s arrival to Bloomington. (1:48:55-1:54:56) – Jake congratulates Braden Smith on becoming the Big Ten’s all-time leader in assists and thought the message that Tom Izzo sent was very telling on how people in college basketball view Purdue. He connects that program to the Indianapolis Colts. (1:54:56-2:24:48) – Today’s show closes out with Jake waiting for Carlie Irsay-Gordon to take the podium by explaining what he wants to hear the new Colts CEO is asked by the members of the media. Plus, JMV joins him in the studio to preview his show.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maduro captured in attack and raid of Caracas. Minnesota fraud. Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen will return for the 2026 season. Tony's X account was hacked yesterday. The Left could not look worse in their reaction to Maduro’s capture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:04–Colts lose to the Texans and have already confirmed that Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen will be back in 2026, another frustrating end to the Colts season and another year of “what if’s” 15:05 – 24:09 – Morning Checkdown 24:10 – 45:00 – It sure seems like the Colts are going to be almost full “Team Run It Back” in 2026, why do you think the Colts will tell us they are bringing everyone back yet again, Ballard’s resume, Steicehn’s standing and an atrocious record against division opponents 45:01 – 1:09:30 – Colts fallout, what will be the excuses for Ballard and Steichen now?, text line comments, more frustrations of the Ballard era, Morning Checkdown 1:09:31 – 1:22:15 – We play the rejoiner from last year’s end of Colts season and it sounds eerily similar to how this season ended, are the Colts “NFL poor”?, boxes the Colts checked in 2025 1:22:16 – 1:27:48 – Steichen’s record against teams with records above .500 is abysmal, . 1:27:49 – 1:57:00 – Indiana University Athletic Director Scott Dolson joins us and discusses IU’s Rose Bowl win and looking ahead to their rematch with Oregon in the Peach Bowl, the Curt Cignetti effect and how he changed the culture of the team and university, Peach Bowl preview and the transfer portal, Darian DeVries’ early report card, Morning Checkdown 1:57:01 – 2:06:13 – Colts running it back in 2026, some big questions heading into the offseason, Charvarius Ward’s NFL future seems cloudy at best 1:57:01 – 2:13:29 – Colts Postseason Headlines, what can Carlie say today to make Colts fans happy?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:09 – Colts lose to the Texans and have already confirmed that Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen will be back in 2026, another frustrating end to the Colts season and another year of “what if’s” 15:10 – 36:02 - It sure seems like the Colts are going to be almost full “Team Run It Back” in 2026, why do you think the Colts will tell us they are bringing everyone back yet again, Ballard’s resume, Steicehn’s standing and an atrocious record against division opponents 36:03 – 53:42 - Indiana University Athletic Director Scott Dolson joins us and discusses IU’s Rose Bowl win and looking ahead to their rematch with Oregon in the Peach Bowl, the Curt Cignetti effect and how he changed the culture of the team and university, Peach Bowl preview and the transfer portal, Darian DeVries’ early report cardSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:20) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times makes an appearance on Query & Company to share some of his takeaways from IU’s dominating win over Alabama yesterday. He was shocked with how Indiana’s offensive line took that game over after being exposed on the first drive of the game. Jake asks Mike what is different from his perspective between Oregon and Indiana since their meeting earlier in the season and what the most enjoyable part of the entire Rose Bowl experience was. (12:20-34:05) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports joins the show to discuss all things Pacers after briefly talking about IU’s win yesterday with him being an IU alumnus. Jake asks Tony about what he has heard thus far about some of the top players in the upcoming NBA Draft, assesses if we know what kind of player Jarace Walker is yet, and comments on what Rick Carlisle said following Wednesday’s game about petty nonsense that the team is dealing with. (34:05-43:46) – James Boyd from The Athletic joins the show to round out today’s guest lineup to preview the regular season finale for the Colts against the Texans. Jake asks James if the Colts are going to give anyone more playing time on Sunday to see how they perform in an expanded role, assesses how likely it is that Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson, DeForest Buckner, and Alec Pierce will be back next season. Finally, Jake asks James if the focus of the Irsay daughters is on the football operations or other behind the scenes stuff.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:02) – Query & Company opens on the first show of 2026 with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Indiana’s dominating win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl. Jake connects the history of our founding fathers to how Indiana has become the overwhelming favorite in the College Football Playoff. (27:02-37:48) – Jake and Eddie look at the other College Football Playoff Games that took place over the last two days. They briefly discuss how impressive Miami was on New Years Eve and then how Ole Miss was able to beat Georgia at their own game last night in the Sugar Bowl. (37:48-45:13) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison debating how many people are actually working today between traveling back from Pasadena and it being the day after celebrating the start of the new year. (45:13-1:09:36) – Hour number two with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison kicks off by replaying the open from the start of the show and they continue discussing another historic win for the Indiana Hoosiers. Jake gives a lot of credit to Pam Whitten and Scott Dolson for how they bought into Curt Cignetti’s pitch during the hiring process to give him all the right ingredients to turn Indiana into the top college football team in two years. (1:09:36-1:22:58) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times makes an appearance on Query & Company to share some of his takeaways from IU’s dominating win over Alabama yesterday. He was shocked with how Indiana’s offensive line took that game over after being exposed on the first drive of the game. Jake asks Mike what is different from his perspective between Oregon and Indiana since their meeting earlier in the season and what the most enjoyable part of the entire Rose Bowl experience was. (1:22:58-1:31:09) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query informing Eddie about what resume pad day is and asking him if he has any New Year’s resolutions. Eddie doesn’t want to reveal them, but Jake kept prying. (1:31:09-1:59:43) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports joins the show to discuss all things Pacers after briefly talking about IU’s win yesterday with him being an IU alumnus. Jake asks Tony about what he has heard thus far about some of the top players in the upcoming NBA Draft, assesses if we know what kind of player Jarace Walker is yet, and comments on what Rick Carlisle said following Wednesday’s game about petty nonsense that the team is dealing with. (1:59:43-2:11:17) – James Boyd from The Athletic joins the show to round out today’s guest lineup to preview the regular season finale for the Colts against the Texans. Jake asks James if the Colts are going to give anyone more playing time on Sunday to see how they perform in an expanded role, assesses how likely it is that Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson, DeForest Buckner, and Alec Pierce will be back next season. Finally, Jake asks James if the focus of the Irsay daughters is on the football operations or other behind the scenes stuff. (2:11:17-2:15:51) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake from Ralston’s Drafthouse off Mass Ave to preview his show and to poke fun at all the people who believe the SEC is the best of the best.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final edition of Query & Schultz for 2025, the guys discuss the latest loss for the Colts, which drives a nail in their playoff coffin for this season, and what could await for Chris Ballard's future. Also, Indiana gears up for Alabama in Pasadena and NBA players getting college eligibility?Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Phreedom DogChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Sticky Fingers

(00:00-27:32) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the decision by the Indianapolis Colts to start Riley Leonard on Sunday in the regular season finale against the Houston Texans. (27:34-39:55) – Jake pays off his tease by sharing what he discovered last night while watching the Indiana Pacers lose their ninth consecutive game. Is it time to be worried about Pascal Siakam and his future with the Pacers? (39:55-47:01) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Thursday’s College Football Playoff game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. (47:01-1:11:56) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Query & Company to talk all things Indiana Pacers with Jake Query. They discuss the concerns they have with how fatigues and worn out Pascal Siakam looks with the team struggling and him having to shoulder the load every single night. Scott pinpoints when the Pacers accepted that this was going to be a losing season and what message the front office is sending to the team by constantly bringing players in for that last roster spot. (1:11:56-1:26:53) – Jake Query continues his conversation on the problem with college athletics and how things are getting out of hand with coaches finding loopholes in athletic eligibility. He plays what Matt Painter had to say following Purdue’s win last night over Akron on the matter. (1:26:53-1:37:25) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query being joined by Don Fischer from Pasadena to recap what his first day in California entailed before Thursday’s game against Alabama. Don highlights a player returning that won’t get mentioned a ton, comments on how special last year and this year have been for the faithful football fans, and hasn’t noticed anything different with how IU has operated in preparing for the game. (1:37:25-1:58:35) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly visit on Query & Company and his conversation with Jake Query starts out by discussing why the Indianapolis Colts are starting Riley Leonard on Sunday when they didn’t against the Jaguars two days ago. They also talk about the future of the franchise and why he ultimately believes both Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard will be back next season. (1:58:35-2:11:36) – Matt Weaver from 247 Sports joins Jake Query from the Indianapolis airport to continue previewing Thursday’s College Football Playoff game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. Matt provides an update on how healthy IU is going into the game, assesses if the Hoosiers have an advantage over the Crimson Tide if rain is in the forecast, and identifies something Curt Cignetti has done really well. (2:11:36-2:18:46) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio and joins the conversation that Jake was having with Eddie as to who the best team is in the AFC & NFC.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-14:04) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins Query & Company to talk all things Indiana Pacers with Jake Query. They discuss the concerns they have with how fatigues and worn out Pascal Siakam looks with the team struggling and him having to shoulder the load every single night. Scott pinpoints when the Pacers accepted that this was going to be a losing season and what message the front office is sending to the team by constantly bringing players in for that last roster spot. (14:04-28:57) – Jake Query continues his conversation on the problem with college athletics and how things are getting out of hand with coaches finding loopholes in athletic eligibility. He plays what Matt Painter had to say following Purdue’s win last night over Akron on the matter. (28:57-46:03) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly visit on Query & Company and his conversation with Jake Query starts out by discussing why the Indianapolis Colts are starting Riley Leonard on Sunday when they didn’t against the Jaguars two days ago. They also talk about the future of the franchise and why he ultimately believes both Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard will be back next season. (46:03-54:56) – Matt Weaver from 247 Sports joins Jake Query from the Indianapolis airport to continue previewing Thursday’s College Football Playoff game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. Matt provides an update on how healthy IU is going into the game, assesses if the Hoosiers have an advantage over the Crimson Tide if rain is in the forecast, and identifies something Curt Cignetti has done really well.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 11:53 – The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins the show from California to talk about his piece on the Indiana Hoosiers and what he found to be the most revealing. He touches on some of the portal additions the Hoosiers have made that stand out, how other big ten coaches perceive Indiana, how the weather could affect Thursday's game, how the loss of Stephen Daley hurts the team, how will Brian Haynes adjust 11:54 – 27:23 – IndyStar's Joel A. Erickson adressess the rumors of him on a mural in the Indianapolis airport, his recent piece on how Carlie Irsay-Gordon will evaluate Chris Ballard's tenure, do you move off of a general manager and a coach together, does the cost to fire them matter, the news breaks that Riley Leonard will start Sunday, who has been the best Colts player this year, morning checkdown 27:23 – 37:27 – Riley Leonard is starting against the vaunted Houston defense, we continue the countdown of best Indiana Sports moments from the year, what will the gameplan look like for Riley Leonard Sunday, what was the postgame lockeroom like Sunday,Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:46 – The Colts and Pacers haven't won in weeks, recapping Monday night football between the Rams and Falcons, reactions to Shane Steichen's press conference, yesterday, did Steichen leave the door open for Phillip Rivers to start 11:47– 19:19 – Morning Checkdown 19:20–41:31 – would you rather be freezing cold while watching a football game or get rained on, Colts signed a QB to the practice squad, is there any chance Anthony Richardson plays, we play audio from Colts owner Carlie-Irsay Gordon's press conference back in June on how she would evaluate Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen in the upcoming season, we go through Kevin's twitter poll on what changes Colts fans would like to see, Chris Ballard tried to change this year but is it enough to keep his job, how much do you blame injuries 41:32 – 1:06:43 – Previewing our chat with Scott Dochterman of The Athletic about Indiana football, rest vs. rust, who does a rain game favor, we read some texts from listeners of the show, just how much has Chris Ballard survived as Colts General Manager, Shane Steichen talking about who will start at quarterback Sunday, how has having an immobile QB hurt Johnathan Taylor, morning checkdown 1:06:43 - 1:18:30 – The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins the show from California to talk about his piece on the Indiana Hoosiers and what he found to be the most revealing. He touches on some of the portal additions the Hoosiers have made that stand out, how other big ten coaches perceive Indiana, how the weather could affect Thursday's game, how the loss of Stephen Daley hurts the team, how will Brian Haynes adjust 1:18:31 -1:26:34 – Jordan Rodrigue of The Athletic wrote a piece about Carlie Irsay before a lot of the collapse, what can we take from it? List of coaches and quarterbacks who have won the AFC South in the last 10 years, are the other pieces around the coach and quarterback returning next year 1:26:35 – 1:51:22 – IndyStar's Joel A. Erickson addresses the rumors of him on a mural in the Indianapolis airport, his recent piece on how Carlie Irsay-Gordon will evaluate Chris Ballard's tenure, do you move off of a general manager and a coach together, does the cost to fire them matter, the news breaks that Riley Leonard will start Sunday, who has been the best Colts player this year, morning checkdown 1:51:23 – 2:01:26 – Riley Leonard is starting against the vaunted Houston defense, we continue the countdown of best Indiana Sports moments from the year, what will the gameplan look like for Riley Leonard Sunday, what was the postgame lockeroom like Sunday, 2:01:26 — 2:11:17 - The Colts and Pacers haven't won this month very much, different Indiana teams winning games inside Lucas Oil Stadium before the Colts do, Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intro – 0:00 What KB Didn't Like – 4:07 What KB Liked – 13:12 Chris Ballard – 22:55 Twitter Questions – 45:30 Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/kevin-bowen/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-20:55) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59, joins the show to evaluate where things are at right now with Chris Ballard and his future with the franchise. Chapp also assesses the state of the roster with so many players that are coming closer and closer to the end of their careers. Finally, Mike and Jake debate whether DeForest Buckner will be back next year or not. (21:37-34:20) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins Jake Query on today’s show to preview Purdue’s final non-conference game against Kent State. Their conversation starts with Jake asking Brian for his opinion on the current landscape of college basketball with Baylor finding a loophole in athletic eligibility for a former NBA draft pick. Brian also weighs in on whether the NCAA power programs will ever become part of the G League.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:34) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query discussing yesterday’s loss for the Indianapolis Colts against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jake voices his opinion on where things are at right now with Chris Ballard and where they need to go by comparing their situation to the Indiana Pacers from a couple of years ago. (27:34-37:04) – Jake opens the phone lines for callers to share their thoughts on the Indianapolis Colts. One fan wants to remind people that the team is in its current position because their former fourth overall pick was hurt, again. Another brings up how frustrating it is seeing other teams turn things around while the Colts have been stuck in neutral for nine seasons. (37:04-48:15) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Shane Steichen and where his shortcomings are right now. (48:15-1:12:32) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59, joins the show to evaluate where things are at right now with Chris Ballard and his future with the franchise. Chapp also assesses the state of the roster with so many players that are coming closer and closer to the end of their careers. Finally, Mike and Jake debate whether DeForest Buckner will be back next year or not. (1:14:20-1:23:23) – Jake Query turns to his Twitter/X post from yesterday asking Colts fans for their thoughts about the team/organization after sixteen games by reading some of the replies and then discussing the future of the organization. (1:23:23-1:35:38) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing all the events that are coming this week on The Fan. They also discuss some of the College Football Playoff matchups that can be heard on The Fan. (1:35:38-2:00:49) – The final hour of Query & Company opens with Jake Query sharing some thoughts on yesterday’s loss for the Indianapolis Colts against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He questions why Philip Rivers was starting a meaningless game and if another epic collapse for the Colts underneath Chris Ballard will lead to changes finally. (2:00:49-2:15:28) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins Jake Query on today’s show to preview Purdue’s final non-conference game against Kent State. Their conversation starts with Jake asking Brian for his opinion on the current landscape of college basketball with Baylor finding a loophole in athletic eligibility for a former NBA draft pick. Brian also weighs in on whether the NCAA power programs will ever become part of the G League. (2:15:28-2:20:31) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to briefly discuss what he’s got going on for his show today!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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00:00 – 11:15 – The Colts are the first team in 30 years to start 8-2 and miss the playoffs, Shane Steichen's poor record vs. the Jaguars and Texans, Chris Ballard teams don't make the playoffs despite a seventh spot, previewing the Rose Bowl 11:16– 23:22 – Morning Checkdown 23:23–44:32 – What we saw from Phillip Rivers yesterday, how not having a mobile QB puts emphasis on the Colts offense, Johnathan Taylor's late-season decline, who will start at QB this week for the Colts, should Sauce Gardner have played yesterday, revisiting the trade, his deleted tweet, evaluating Chris Ballard, why the injury questions linger in 2026, the Colts core players getting older, how important is for head coach and GM to be tied at the hip 44:33 – 1:10:04 – Tipping the cap to Phillip Rivers, who should start at QB against Houston, how does Anthony Richardson factor into next seasons QB situation, why Phillip started the game Sunday and not Riley Leonard, Ashton Dulin's spark, are the Jags for real, morning checkdown 1:10:04 - 1:20:09 – Shane Steichen's record against the Jaguars and Texans, were the Colts a good team that got hurt or were they not a good team, giving grades to Ballard and Steichen, what about blowing up the roster, is the fanbase prepared to struggle if they blow it up 1:20:09 -1:30:00 – Reading into Phillip Rivers and Shane Steichen's comments about if he will play next week, why Phillip Rivers was perfect for this story, 1:30:01 – 1:55:14 – What will black Monday look like in the NFL, the Colts can't make the playoffs even with an expanded field, how embarrassing is the collapse, what is Carlie Irsay going to decide, owners meeting stories, morning checkdown 1:55:15 – 2:05:57 – Matt from Ann Arbor calls in to touch on why Ballard needs to go and how the Colts have become the food for the rest of the division, the other teams' sports success in Indianapolis over the last 10 years, 2:05:57 — 2:14:08 - starting to talk IU-Alabama Rose bowl, paying respect to Ashton Dulin, Blue's halftime showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00–23:37 – What we saw from Phillip Rivers yesterday, how not having a mobile QB puts emphasis on the Colts offense, Johnathan Taylor's late-season decline, who will start at QB this week for the Colts, should Sauce Gardner have played yesterday, revisiting the trade, his deleted tweet, evaluating Chris Ballard, why the injury questions linger in 2026, the Colts core players getting older, how important is for head coach and GM to be tied at the hip 23:38 - 38:37 – Shane Steichen's record against the Jaguars and Texans, were the Colts a good team that got hurt or were they not a good team, giving grades to Ballard and Steichen, what about blowing up the roster, is the fanbase prepared to struggle if they blow it up 38:8– 1:02:29 – What will black Monday look like in the NFL, the Colts can't make the playoffs even with an expanded field, how embarrassing is the collapse, what is Carlie Irsay going to decide, owners meeting stories, morning checkdownSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00–26:46 – the lack of pass rush continues to be an issue for the Colts, Rivers executing the offensive gameplan last night, watching Rivers at the line of scrimmage, the dueling storylines that is the Colts collapse and Phillip Rivers fairytale, we take some calls from listeners who need to vent, does Chris Ballard get a 10th season, revisiting the Sauce Gardner trade, will Jim Irsay's daughters be as embarrassed as he was during primetime embarrassments 26:46 – 48:01 – James Boyd starts the hour with talks about what the locker room was like after the game last night, the Colts defense made it look like the 49ers were doing a walk through, San Francisco didn't punt, how much is on Shane Steichen's plate offensively and how does that affect the defense, what was Gus Bradley thinking last night, morning checkdown 48:01 - 58:10 – How much are injuries a valid excuse for the Colts, what does this collapse say about Carlie Irsay-Gordon, comparing resumes of GM Chris Ballard to other general managers around the league Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:48 – We get in the christmas by giving away some Butler women's basketball tickets vs UConn before starting to dive into the Colts-49ers game and how the Colts came up short in a big game once again 13:49– 20:00 – Morning Checkdown 20:01–46:42 – the lack of pass rush continues to be an issue for the Colts, Rivers executing the offensive gameplan last night, watching Rivers at the line of scrimmage, the dueling storylines that is the Colts collapse and Phillip Rivers fairytale, we take some calls from listeners who need to vent, does Chris Ballard get a 10th season, revisiting the Sauce Gardner trade, will Jim Irsay's daughters be as embarrassed as he was during primetime embarrassments 46:43 – 1:07:57 – James Boyd starts the hour with talks about what the locker room was like after the game last night, the Colts defense made it look like the 49ers were doing a walk through, San Francisco didn't punt, how much is on Shane Steichen's plate offensively and how does that affect the defense, what was Gus Bradley thinking last night, morning checkdown 1:07:58 - 1:20:00 – We take a call from a listener who wants to talk about the pass rush and Shane Steichen, the other sports success in the state of Indiana and how it compares to the Colts 1:20:01 -1:30:00 – How much are injuries a valid excuse for the Colts, what does this collapse say about Carlie Irsay-Gordon, comparing resumes of GM Chris Ballard to other general managers around the league 1:30:01 – 1:50:57 – Kevin finally musters up the courage to run through playoff scenarios and how the strength of victory tie breaker works, how the current Colts offense limits Johnathan Taylor, could Phillip Rivers return next year, how he orchestrated the offense at the line of scrimmage, morning checkdown 1:50:58 – 2:00:47 – We take a call from mo, fill-in producer Caleb's dad and he draws a throughline with the Colts repeating everything, why didn't Jaylon Jones play more, the Colts pass rush never got home, 2:00:48 — 2:10:47 - Caleb drops the ball by playing a mediocre Christmas song in Kevin's eyes, playoff scenarios for the ColtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Des and the teams break up the biggest stories of the past ten years. Lead Writer: Laura Major Additional material: Chris Ballard, Nathan Cowley, Lucienne Cummings, Stephen Halford, Ishbel McLachlan, Jennifer Walker. Producer: Chris Quilietti Senior Producer: Lauren Mackay Series Producer: David Flynn Script Editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production

The guys talk about another heartbreaking loss for the Colts despite a valiant effort from 44-year old Philip Rivers and what this latest season collapse could mean for the future of Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen. Plus, Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman (and Diego Pavia loses with his reaction), a college hoops roundup, and a visit from Josh Rattray to discuss a new basketball event in Indy!Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: KeystoneChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Santa-ria ('tis the season!)

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT breaks down why Philip Rivers return is the clearest sign yet that the Indianapolis Colts are in full-blown panic mode. JT dives into whether Philip Rivers can actually save the Colts' collapsing season or if this move seals the fate of Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. He also explains how Shedeur Sanders is proving everyone wrong, why John Harbaugh is wasting Lamar Jackson's prime, and how the Philadelphia Eagles completely fell apart behind Jalen Hurts' mid-tier play. JT finishes by detailing why the Houston Texans are the AFC team nobody wants to see and why the Buffalo Bills still aren't built to get over the hump.

(00:00-23:04) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison talking about the Indiana Hoosiers capturing the Big Ten Championship over Ohio State on Saturday night. Plus, Jake touches on the Indianapolis Colts falling to the Jacksonville Jaguars yesterday and losing Daniel Jones in the process to an achilles injury. (23:04-41:01) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company to discuss IU defeating Ohio State on Saturday night in the Big Ten Championship game. Don comments on the endless time that Curt Cignetti spends on preparing his team, compares Curt Cignetti to Bob Knight, and summarizes what it was like inside Lucas Oil Stadium two nights ago. (41:01-44:09) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query highlighting something that Curt Cignetti said after the game to echo the things that he and Don Fischer talked about in the previous segment about Cignetti’s preparation. (44:09-1:12:39) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 joins Jake Query to share what he knows right now about the significance of Daniel Jones’ achilles injury. Mike weighs in on where the Colts go from here, believes that the Colts won’t roll into next season just handing Anthony Richardson the QB1 spot, assesses how the team should operate underneath Riley Leonard, and if Carlie Irsay-Gordon will be the sole person making the call on the future of Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. (1:12:39-1:24:48) – Indianapolis media icon and friend of the show, Bill Benner, joins Jake Query to share what it was like for him experience IU winning the Big Ten Championship on Saturday night. He shares who he was thinking about when the score went final, what he did after the game on his drive home, and exudes confidence about the Hoosiers chances at winning the College Football Playoff. (1:24:48-1:26:13) – The second hour of the show concludes quickly with Jake Query noting how Notre Dame and the Indianapolis Colts are in the same boat. (1:26:13-1:50:01) – The final hour of Query & Company starts with Jake Query discussing the way that IU was able to beat Ohio State at their own game on Saturday night in the Big Ten Championship. He also discusses the future of the Colts with Daniel Jones officially tearing his achilles. Finally, shares his opinion on Notre Dame being left out of the College Football Playoff. (1:50:01-1:58:41) – Jake opens the phone line for a Notre Dame fan to call into the program to vote on which team from the three-team blind resume he would select for the College Football playoff. Another caller chimes in as someone who would sacrifice both of his achilles tendons for any of the Indiana teams. (1:58:41-2:04:29) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake from Twin Peaks in Castleton to weigh in on where the Indianapolis Colts should go from here with the quarterback position and preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-16:38) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company to discuss IU defeating Ohio State on Saturday night in the Big Ten Championship game. Don comments on the endless time that Curt Cignetti spends on preparing his team, compares Curt Cignetti to Bob Knight, and summarizes what it was like inside Lucas Oil Stadium two nights ago. (16:38-43:41) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 joins Jake Query to share what he knows right now about the significance of Daniel Jones’ achilles injury. Mike weighs in on where the Colts go from here, believes that the Colts won’t roll into next season just handing Anthony Richardson the QB1 spot, assesses how the team should operate underneath Riley Leonard, and if Carlie Irsay-Gordon will be the sole person making the call on the future of Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 11:00– Colts fall to Texans and their lead in the AFC South is now gone, Sauce Gardner injured, kicker woes 11:01 – 19:41 – Morning Checkdown 19:42 – 41:10 – Officiating and weird things in yesterday’s game: delay of game, pass interference, extra point 41:11 – 1:07:54 – The Colts offense is sputtering, the Colts have a kicking issue, caller defends Chris Ballard, what happens if Colts bottom out, Morning Checkdown 1:07:54 – 1:16:09 – GOATs of the Week 1:16:10 – 1:21:33 – Colts schedule doesn’t get any easier the rest of the way, Big Ten Championship between Ohio State and Indiana 1:21:34 – 1:46:41 – Where is the panic level for the Colts right now?, how long it’s been since the Colts beat the Jaguars in Jacksonville, Josh Downs’ year to this point, Sauce Gardner discusses his calf injury after the game, Morning Checkdown 1:46:42 – 1:55:12 - – Snow, Kevin has an officiating gripe, pool reporter for NFL officiating, 1:55:13 – 2:03:07 – POSTGAME HEADLINES, Colts concerns heading into JaguarsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Des and the teams break up the week's big news. Including: the UK Government's Budget, the rise in the use of private weight-loss jabs, new research into brain development, a pub that's caused outrage by banning solo drinkers after 9, Dick Van Dyke at 100 and much more. Lead Writer: Nathan Cowley Additional material: Chris Stanners, Scott Graham, Chris Willshaw, Lucienne Cummings, Chris Ballard, Skylar Macdonald, Kit Proudfoot , Gregor Paton, Terry Hughes, Claire CoxProducer: Chris Quilietti Producer: Jodie White Senior Producer: Lauren Mackay Series Producer: David FlynnScript Editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production

In this episode of Gaston's Great, we're joined by Chris Ballard from the Gastonia Ghost Peppers, Gastonia's newest and spiciest addition to the local sports scene! ⚾

00:00 – 10:35 – Are the Bears actually good?, Broncos knock off the Chiefs, Pacers continue to lose and fall to 1-12 on the season 10:36 – 18:51 – Morning Checkdown 18:52 – 39:11 – Colts radio analyst Joe Reitz joins us and discusses the Colts at the bye and why he was so bullish on the team early on this season, Jonathan Taylor’s unreal season, beer pouring in Berlin, his “woohoo” call on the Jonathan Taylor TD in Berlin, getting ready for the Chiefs, his favorite stadiums to play in, the Sauce Gardner trade, being without DeForest Buckner but getting Charvarius Ward back, what to do about leaves 39:12 – 1:06:15 – Myles McLaughlin was insane over the weekend, biggest takeaways from Week 11, the Pacers continue to struggle mightily as they sit at 1-12, James’ Myles McLaughlin prediction from Friday, Pascal Siakam comments on the Pacers’ struggles, Morning Checkdown 1:06:16 – 1:14:35 – Chris Ballard discusses acquiring Sauce Gardner, DeForest Buckner’s injury and timeline, Colts-Chiefs on Sunday 1:14:36 – 1:22:23 – Kevin loves Kesha, GOATs of the Week 1:22:24 – 1:44:32 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us to discuss the wild amount of players who have been on the roster already this season, the biggest struggles the team has had, Kesha, Bennedict Mathurin’s return, too early to check Tankathon?, Morning Checkdown 1:44:33 – 1:52:23 – Myles McLaughlin’s stat line from Friday is insane, Colts coming out of the bye: can they fix their issues from the last two games?, is Anthony Richardson still QB2 when he returns from injury, 1:52:24 – 2:00:12 – Mel Kiper’s early big board, Bennedict Mathurin’s returnSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:02 – Concerns for the Colts at the bye?, is Alec Pierce the best WR on the team, how have James’ expectations changed as the season has gone on, the strong Week 11 slate of NFL games 18:03 – 33:09 – Big Ten Network’s Mike DeCourcy joins us to discuss the start of the college hoops season, Purdue’s expectations, the early returns on Darian DeVries and the Hoosiers, what would be considered a successful first season for IU, his thoughts on Butler, the Aaron Rodgers experience for his Steelers, the Mike Tomlin hot seat 33:10 – 46:13 - NFL Network’s Stacey Dales joins us to discuss her trip to Berlin, Chris Ballard kissing Jonathan Taylor during her postgame interview, her thoughts on the Colts at 8-2 at the bye, Daniel Jones’ career resurgence, the addition of Sauce Gardner and what it does for the Colts secondary going forward, JT-MVP?, her basketball career and thoughts on Caitlin Clark and Stephanie WhiteSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 10:45– James is back from Berlin and talks about how his trip went, his thoughts on the Colts overtime win against the Falcons 10:46 – 21:55 – Morning Checkdown 21:56 – 39:53– Concerns for the Colts at the bye?, is Alec Pierce the best WR on the team, how have James’ expectations changed as the season has gone on, the strong Week 11 slate of NFL games 39:54 – 1:09:02 – Big Ten Network’s Mike DeCourcy joins us to discuss the start of the college hoops season, Purdue’s expectations, the early returns on Darian DeVries and the Hoosiers, what would be considered a successful first season for IU, his thoughts on Butler, the Aaron Rodgers experience for his Steelers, the Mike Tomlin hot seat, the Nicholas Cage/John Travolta movie Face/Off, Morning Checkdown 1:09:03 – 1:18:42 – Caller asks about how big the trade during the Finals was for the Pacers, more Pacers thoughts 1:18:43 – 1:23:19 – Jeff talks about eating McDonalds right by the Vatican, James’ food in Berlin 1:23:20 – 1:49:18 - – NFL Network’s Stacey Dales joins us to discuss her trip to Berlin, Chris Ballard kissing Jonathan Taylor during her postgame interview, her thoughts on the Colts at 8-2 at the bye, Daniel Jones’ career resurgence, the addition of Sauce Gardner and what it does for the Colts secondary going forward, JT-MVP?, her basketball career and thoughts on Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White, Morning Checkdown 1:49:19 – 1:58:26 – IU gets back in action tonight, Colts fan in Seattle asks if he should go to the Colts-Seahawks game after getting burned years ago with the Luck retirement, 1:58:27 – 2:04:49 – Kevin should be back tomorrow, listener says the Colts fan in Seattle shouldn’t attend the game for fear of bad voodooSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:12) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing last night’s Indiana Pacers loss on a Giannis Antetokounmpo buzzer-beater. Jake weighs in on how the fans reacted to Myles Turner’s return, plays what Turner had to say after the game about the fan reaction, and has a theory as to how Turner felt last night during that game. (26:12-38:55) – The Director of International, Ben Guerrero, from the Indianapolis Colts calls into the show from Berlin to share all the events that will be going on leading up to the game against the Atlanta Falcons, how the selection process goes with the NFL to determine who plays in international games, why the franchise has adopted Germany as one of their international markets, and educates Jake on some of the words that he has learned in his eight trips to Germany. (38:55-46:08) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie sharing the breaking news that the Indianapolis Colts have traded two first round picks to the New York Jets for 2x First-Team All-Pro cornerback, Sauce Gardner. (46:08-1:08:44) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins the show from the Colts complex to break down the blockbuster trade between Indianapolis and the New York Jets that sends AD Mitchell and two first round picks to the Jets and Sauce Gardner to the Colts. Holder shares that the Colts started out by making calls about pass rusher before making this deal and believes that this deal will improve the pass rush with two shutdown corners on the outside. (1:08:44-1:17:09) – Jake and Eddie continue sharing their thoughts on the Colts trading for Sauce Gardner and open the phone lines for Colts fans to share their thoughts on the trade. What message is Chris Ballard sending to the team by trading for Sauce and trading away AD Mitchell? (1:17:09-1:28:41) – The second hour of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie welcoming more callers to share their thoughts on the Colts acquiring Sauce Gardner. (1:28:41-1:53:26) – SNY sports anchor & reporter, Jeane Coakley, joins Query & Company to give the New York perspective on the blockbuster trade between the Jets and Colts. She shares what type of person Sauce Gardner is in the locker room, how shocked she was to see the Jets were trading him, believes that being on a winning team could even motivate Gardner to be even better than he already is, and reacts to another trade the Jets made. (1:53:26-2:07:05) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake by discussing how things played out last night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Myles Turner’s return. Scott also comments on the performance last night for Isaiah Jackson and some of the injuries that the Pacers suffered last night. (2:07:05-2:13:22) – Today’s show closes out with Jake being joined by JMV in studio to discuss last night’s Pacers game, Colts trading for Sauce Gardner, and to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:32) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the news from earlier in the day that the Irsay daughters have decided to sell items from the Jim Irsay Collection. They also discuss another loss last night for the Indiana Pacers against the Dallas Mavericks. (25:32-43:05) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers, Forbes Sports, and Circle City Spin joins the show to discuss last night’s loss for the Indiana Pacers against the Dallas Mavericks. Tony comments on the addition of Mac McClung, evaluates what he has seen from Ben Sheppard in the point guard role so far, and explains what Ted Wu does for the Pacers when it comes to navigating the cap and roster construction. (43:05-46:05) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie highlighting all the players that missed yesterday’s practice for the Indianapolis Colts. (46:05-1:09:25) – Hour number two of Query & Company starts with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison highlighting the exhibition games last night for Purdue against the University of Indianapolis and Butler against Indiana State. They continue discussing some of the things that are in the Jim Irsay Collection that could be sold. (1:09:25-1:29:59) – Tim Benz from Tribune-Review & Fox Sports Radio Pittsburgh joins the show to preview Sunday’s game between the Steelers and Colts. He admits that this is the wrong time for the Steelers to be playing a team like the Colts, accesses how the Aaron Rodgers experiment is going halfway through the season, believes that most fans are chalking this week’s game up as a loss, and credits the Rooney’s for not listening to their fans for wanting Mike Tomlin fired but also puts in perspective as to why the fans are wanting Tomlin gone. (1:29:59-1:33:34) – The second hour of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing some stuff that people have kept to pass down to their kids because they thought it would be valuable. (1:33:34-1:55:06) – Hour number three of Query & Company with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison starts with them taking a couple of calls. One caller has a question about the shift in feelings towards Chris Ballard with the Colts being 7-1 now. The other caller asks about the possibility of the Pacers signing Lance Stephenson. (1:55:06-2:12:29) – Matt Taylor makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company to discuss the injury report for the Colts, evaluates the job that Chris Ballard has done at building the offensive line despite turnover at the position, weighs in on what the Colts should do prior to the trade deadline on Tuesday, and shares some of the items that he saw in the Jim Irsay Collection. (2:12:29-2:16:46) – Today’s show closes out with Jake being joined by JMV at Ale Emporium in Castleton to preview his show and discuss what he will be celebrating the next three hours.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-16:40) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers, Forbes Sports, and Circle City Spin joins the show to discuss last night’s loss for the Indiana Pacers against the Dallas Mavericks. Tony comments on the addition of Mac McClung, evaluates what he has seen from Ben Sheppard in the point guard role so far, and explains what Ted Wu does for the Pacers when it comes to navigating the cap and roster construction. (16:40-34:04) – Tim Benz from Tribune-Review & Fox Sports Radio Pittsburgh joins the show to preview Sunday’s game between the Steelers and Colts. He admits that this is the wrong time for the Steelers to be playing a team like the Colts, accesses how the Aaron Rodgers experiment is going halfway through the season, believes that most fans are chalking this week’s game up as a loss, and credits the Rooney’s for not listening to their fans for wanting Mike Tomlin fired but also puts in perspective as to why the fans are wanting Tomlin gone. (34:04-51:06) – Matt Taylor makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company to discuss the injury report for the Colts, evaluates the job that Chris Ballard has done at building the offensive line despite turnover at the position, weighs in on what the Colts should do prior to the trade deadline on Tuesday, and shares some of the items that he saw in the Jim Irsay Collection.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intro – 0:00 News of the Week – 2:11 Pittsburgh Steelers – 20:12 Twitter Questions – 25:34Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/kevin-bowen/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.