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**Breaking News and Community Connection** This week on Community Connection, we're diving into the latest news and updates from Indianapolis. The city's mayor, Joe Hogsett, has made a surprising move by vetoing the proposed wheel tax, which would have raised the annual excise tax on smaller vehicles from $20 to $100 and on large vehicles from $40 to $240. The council is now left to decide whether to override the veto, and we're discussing the implications of this decision. The episode also touches on the importance of community and the impact of the Indiana Black Expos Summer Celebration Healthfare, which offers free health screenings and resources to those in need. We're joined by Nataliya Krylova, CEO of Global Meals, a company that provides home-delivered meals to seniors and adults with disabilities. She shares the mission and benefits of their service, which includes delivering nutritious meals to those who need them most. We're also discussing the latest in sports, including the upcoming IndyCar race in Nashville and the Colts' Jonathan Taylor's contract situation. Our sports expert, Danny Bridges, Sportswriter, Indianapolis Recorder, breaks down the details and shares his thoughts on the team's chances of making a comeback. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in staying up-to-date on the latest news and updates from Indianapolis. Join us as we explore the city's latest developments and discuss the importance of community and support for those in need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local municipalities complain about the gas tax breaks during the Iran War. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Mears defends his lack of action against Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Bill Cosby Coming at You. Churches firebombed in New YorkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MSM regarding Platner "We all got duped". Trump wasn't kidding. Iran is trying to kill him. Mamdani officials tried to meet with Iran at the U.N. Jeb Bush raises alarm over Iranian drones in Cuba. Mayor Mamdani's map of NYC immigrant neighborhoods. Americans are losing confidence in two main pillars of society: capitalism and democracy Local municipalities complain about the gas tax breaks during the Iran War. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Mears defends his lack of action against Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Bill Cosby Coming at You. Churches firebombed in New Yor Iran has not closed the Strait of Hormuz... there's a question of whether or not they can actually close the Strait.Microsoft laying off thousands of American employees, and hiring H1B workers. Sue Finkam joins to talk about the recent mayor's summit and how to contain crime coming from Indianapolis. Tony comes out against Flock cameras despite Mayor Sue Finkam's support. TV Theme Song: Film Friday - Beavis & Butthead Do AmericaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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NBA Cup coming Hinkle Fieldhouse. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Todd Rokita on Indiana sanctuary Monroe County and Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Golf can be delicious.. Shameful Democrats support illegal immigrants over US CitizensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US has the most millionaires in the world. Birthright citizenship decision by SCOTUS yesterday/Does it suck? Woman brings dog onto plane, which puts it butt on the tray table. Communists in Colorado NBA Cup coming Hinkle Fieldhouse. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Todd Rokita on Indiana sanctuary Monroe County and Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Golf can be delicious.. Shameful Democrats support illegal immigrants over US Citizens Time to pack the court. So what's up with this meeting in Doha with Iran? RFK Jr talks about the real genocide going on in the Middle East. Diarrhea parasite outbreak. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is intent on "shutting down the floor" until the SAVE America Act is through. TV Theme Song: Silk StalkingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ford rehires experienced engineers after AI misses the mark. It is more important than ever to pass THE SAVE AMERICA ACT. Negotiators to Doha. Watch that England Congo FIFA matchup. It's hot outside! New Indiana laws coming. It's hot outside! New Indiana laws coming. Today’s Popcorn Moment: SCOTUS rulings yesterday and expected today. MSM freaking out over Slaughter ruling. Today on the Marketplace: Allergic to latex bracelet. Joe Hogsett responds to calls for a special prosecutor against him Kushner and Witkoff travel to Doha to indirectly negotiate with Iran. Purdue Professor Martin Sweet joins to talk about the SCOTUS decisions yesterday. It's Tony's 12 year anniversary at WIBC. TV Theme Song: Are You Being Served? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's hot outside! New Indiana laws coming. Today’s Popcorn Moment: SCOTUS rulings yesterday and expected today. MSM freaking out over Slaughter ruling. Today on the Marketplace: Allergic to latex bracelet. Joe Hogsett responds to calls for a special prosecutor against himSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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TSA finds smoke grenades at the Indianapolis Airport. Comcast to Split Into Two Companies via Spin-Off of NBCUniversal. Iran can't be trusted. Does Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield suck? The ending of TPS is a good thing Will the Fever trade Caitlin Clark. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Rep Andrew Ireland calling for special prosecutor against Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Ray Ban Retro 1960s Mod Style Black Lenses. Cory Booker and the Indiana Democrat party is fine with the Communists in the party. Iran requests a meeting in Doha. Millions drop Obamacare after subsidies expire. They're building EV Trucks in Warsaw, IN. Iran will never follow the MoU. TV Theme Song: Redemption Monday - This Old Home, Young people not leaving homSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will the Fever trade Caitlin Clark. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Rep Andrew Ireland calling for special prosecutor against Joe Hogsett. Today on the Marketplace: Ray Ban Retro 1960s Mod Style Black Lenses. Cory Booker and the Indiana Democrat party is fine with the Communists in the partySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New reporting alleges Joe Hogsett’s campaign routed donor wish lists to city hall, helped insiders chase taxpayer contracts, and pressured city employees into campaign work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kamala shaking the hand of creepy Joe Hogsett. No more transgender drivers' licenses in Kansas. Netflix bows out of bid to buy Warner Brothers. Trump spoke too soon about inflation. TV Theme Song: Film Friday - Good Bad and the Ugly. AI hacks MexicoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nothing to like about Hillary Clinton. US - Iran talks continue. Afghanistan - Pakistan at war. Cuba speedboat killings. Wrong way Somali trucker who could not read English. ICE not welcome in Indianapolis. Note scam at supermarkets. Indianapolis "Public Editor" to regain trust in local media again. Alvin Bragg drops assault charge on man who was arrested for throwing ice and snowballs at the NYPD. Electing Republican prosecutors save young men's lives. Braun down to %25 popularity. Braun should veto phone ban in schools. Today’s Popcorn Moment: California parent threatened by CPS after school secretly socially transitioned her daughter. Today on the Marketplace: Winter is officially over. New Zealand wants American homebuyers Kamala shaking the hand of creepy Joe Hogsett. No more transgender drivers' licenses in Kansas. Netflix bows out of bid to buy Warner Brothers. Trump spoke too soon about inflation. TV Theme Song: Film Friday - Good Bad and the Ugly. AI hacks MexicoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chuck Schumer: DC's fine "They're full of it". Trump - Putin Summit tomorrow in Alaska, Just more proof that the Obama administration did not care about facts, they only cared about hurting Trump, DC man has been charged with felony assault charges after hitting a federal agent with Subway sandwich, Fountain Square Skid Row not closed down. HACO - Hogsett always chickens out. Indy GOP members fight themselves, but they won't fight Joe Hogsett, New York Rep. Dan Goldman calls President Trump a "fascist dictator." 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe 2D, Egg Fest this weekend at Sullivan's. What we know about the "Russian Collusion" hoax, Michael-Paul Hart calls in to give the backstory of his Indy GOP leadership ouster, Wholesale prices soar beyond expectations in July, Caitlin Clark needs to keep her criticisms privateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indianapolis City-County Councilor Crista Carlino was allegedly kicked out of the Democrat Caucus over her calls for Joe Hogsett to resign and Council President Vop Osili and Vice President Ali Brown to resign their positions. Carlino is the second Democrat to be kicked out of the caucus in part because of criticism of the mayor. Democrats near complete shutdown of Hogsett criticism, coupled with Republican silence has our Statehouse Happenings crew wondering, why almost everyone appears to be protecting Hogsett? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on this week's show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Indiana slashes available pre-k numbers to less than half of the current enrollment. Mayor Hogsett resists calls to resign over texts to women involved in an investigation against his former chief of staff. Concerns about managed care for those over 60.
Indiana slashes available pre-k enrollment numbers to less than half of the current enrollment. Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett resists calls to resign over late-night texts to women connected to a sexual harassment and assault investigation against his former chief of staff. Concerns about managed care for those over 60 as Medicaid costs expected to run $300 million over budget. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Republican Whitley Yates, Democrat Lindsay Haake, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers to debate and discuss this week's top stories.
Hour 1 Segment 1 Kendall & Casey start the show talking about the big topic of the day (and month, year, decade, etc) in Mayor Joe Hogsett. Hour 1 Segment 2 Kendall & Casey stay on the topic of Mayor Joe Hogsett, Casey wrote a poem about our fearless leader. Hour 1 Segment 3 Kendall & Casey are joined by former longtime Indiana senator Jim Merritt, who previously ran against Joe Hogsett for the mayor’s office. Hour 1 Segment 4 Kendall & Casey wrap up the first hour talking about protests that are taking place tonight outside of the Pacers’ NBA Finals game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kendall & Casey are joined by former longtime Indiana senator Jim Merritt, who previously ran against Joe Hogsett for the mayor’s office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A defiant Joe Hogsett claims he has no plans to resign in the wake of the Thomas Cook scandal and his alleged role in covering it up. With public outcry and calls for him to go reaching new levels, the question is, can he be forced? Abdul-Hakim Shabazz says yes. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Abdul joins Rob Kendall and Jim Merritt to discuss a scenario that could result in the takedown of the Mayor of Indianapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe Hogsett should resign and so should communist Jesse Brown, Report smells like a coverup, And why isn't there a travel ban from China, RIP Sly, Brouhaha at the City-County Council yesterday Why aren't feminists defending Lauren Roberts, They're gaslighting us about the LA Riots, Vintage MCM Hoptimist, Trump polling numbers remain high despite what the press says, Left applauds the "return" of Maryland man. What will they do when he's jailed and deported again? Vop Osili ordered sheriff to remove Hogsett accuser Lauren Roberts, RFK Jr removes all members of the CDC panel advising US on vaccines, China's navy has been busy, Colts announce ownership transfer, Fetterman is the rational one! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe Hogsett should resign and so should communist Jesse Brown, Report smells like a coverup, And why isn't there a travel ban from China, RIP Sly, Brouhaha at the City-County Council yesterdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kendall & Casey are joined by James Briggs of the IndyStar, who recently wrote a column about the toxic workplace environment in the city government under Joe Hogsett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 Segment 1 Kendall & Casey start the second hour of the show talking about the recent court ruling regarding NIL deals for college athletes. Hour 2 Segment 2 Kendall & Casey talk about the Simone Biles/Riley Gaines Twitter feud regarding transgender athletes. Hour 2 Segment 3 Kendall & Casey are joined by James Briggs of the IndyStar, who recently wrote a column about the toxic workplace environment in the city government under Joe Hogsett. Hour 2 Segment 4 Kendall & Casey wrap up the second hour talking about a full-fledged brawl at the Avon Texas Roadhouse over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Riots in LA, Russia retaliation for Spiderweb attack, Ken Martin complaining about David Hogg at the DNC leaked, CNN says there is "some unrest" in LA, So now we learn that Joe Hogsett was as big of a creep as Thomas Carl Cook, Greta Thunberg intercepted by the IDF See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Riots in LA, Russia retaliation for Spiderweb attack, Ken Martin complaining about David Hogg at the DNC leaked, CNN says there is "some unrest" in LA, So now we learn that Joe Hogsett was as big of a creep as Thomas Carl Cook, Greta Thunberg intercepted by the IDF. Joe Hogsett Creepy Texts, Jim Baird is a Yes for the Big Beautiful Bill, Male Urinal Bed Pan, Gavin Newsom: Arrest Me. Maxine Waters is an angry old woman who doesn't care for the nation, NBA finals brings eyes and money to Indianapolis, Bessent - Musk Brawl? Why did that expensive taxpayer "investigation" not reveal those creepy texts by Joe Hogsett See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe Hogsett won't resign, Mike Johnson: Elon is terribly wrong, Ukraine Operation Spider Web, Chinese CCP should not be allowed to own land here in the US, Braun: IU needed sprucing up, It's a GOP Civil WarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Bair should be Payday's brand ambassador, Of course, Joe Hogsett is not resigning, but why isn't his staff? If you have a handyman in your family, you have a goldmine, Disappointing ADP jobs report, Is Payday Kosher? It's brand ambassador Matt Bair and Tony discussSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe Hogsett won't resign, Mike Johnson: Elon is terribly wrong, Ukraine Operation Spider Web, Chinese CCP should not be allowed to own land here in the US, Braun: IU needed sprucing up, It's a GOP Civil War. Awkward moments with Marcus Bailey, Indiana State Fair performances announced, Karoline Leavitt CALLS OUT the Washington Post from the podium, Doodie Lamp, Hypocritical California Interscholastic Federation strips HS track athlete after celebrating with Dad. Matt Bair should be Payday's brand ambassador, Of course, Joe Hogsett is not resigning, but why isn't his staff? If you have a handyman in your family, you have a goldmine, Disappointing ADP jobs report, Is Payday Kosher? It's brand ambassador Matt Bair and Tony discuss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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John Mellencamp taking shrapnel from Tony, Pacers get punched in the face by the Knicks, Pascal Siakam throwing shade at Gregg Doyel, Should Will Smith bumper music go on the Tony Katz banned list? Trump backed by appeals court on tariffs, Gregg Doyel and Michael Hicks need to work on the writing and less on the "tough guy act", Indy riots 5 years ago. Nvidia to China is not acceptable, Scott Bessent: "We want the U.S. to be more like Florida and less like New York." Be your own pope. America sees things going in the right direction, Investigation "clears" Joe Hogsett. Smucker announces closure of Indianapolis Hostess plant, Indy FOP President Rick Snyder joins to talk about the riots 5 years ago, Game 6 Pacers tickets are going to be expensive, Trump should not be in the business of saving CCP China See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The war on gas stoves was very real. Biden moves to ban gas water heaters. Justin Trudeau to step down? Biden to stop offshore drilling with days left of his presidency. Joe Hogsett can't even get recycling program goingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Snowmageddon! Speaker Johnson is Speaker again. Kurt Darling Snow update. Tera Hastings snow report. Irsay expresses disappointment with the Colts season, but will keep Ballard and Steichen. Eric Holcomb: Don’t fix what’s not broken. JMV talks about Irsay statement after another disappointing Colts season. Congress to certify Trump’s election today. Why would Chick-fil-A change the recipe for the Waffle Fries? The war on gas stoves was very real. Biden moves to ban gas water heaters. Justin Trudeau to step down? Biden to stop offshore drilling with days left of his presidency. Joe Hogsett can't even get recycling program goingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe Hogsett is not okay. Israeli strikes in Syria. Haitians eating ducks and pets. Fishers pride event is wrong. Colts lose to the Texans. Indiana Fever are in the playoffs. Kamala has peaked. Mass Ave business owners weighing designated outdoor refreshment area. Colts lose game opener, JMV calls in to discuss Game 1 and what the season may look like. Fishers Pride Event Is Wrong. Bernie Sanders admits on Meet The Press that Harris should lie and say anything to get elected. Yeti Bucket for sale on the Marketplace Something's not okay with Joe Hogsett. Colts lose to the Texans, and it wasn't even as close as the score indicates. Israeli Protest, demanding ceasefire and hostage swap deal. Suburban Indianapolis Pushing Sports To Expand Economic Growth. Gas Prices, Fed Rates Fishers Pride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mass Ave business owners weighing designated outdoor refreshment area. Colts lose game opener, JMV calls in to discuss Game 1 and what the season may look like. Fishers Pride Event Is Wrong. Bernie Sanders is confirming that Kamala is doing whatever it takes to win the election. Yeti Bucket for sale on the Marketplace. Something's not okay with Joe Hogsett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe Hogsett is not okay. Israeli strikes in Syria. Haitians eating ducks and pets. Fishers pride event is wrong. Colts lose to the Texans. Indiana Fever are in the playoffs. Kamala has peakedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Kamala Show filled with lies. Did they think we would fall for this? RFK Jr to drop out today and endorse Trump? Why are we to believe that Dems are patriots now 3D Printed Horror Movie Icon Knife Collection For Sale On The Marketplace. Trump goes to the border. Nancy Pelosi is leading the charge on motivating Lone Wolves Tara and Tony talk 70s shows. Colts win preseason game. Joe Hogsett wants a pay raise. Kamala Show is our popcorn moment. Machine Guns are bearable arms. Dems want to define masculinity when they can't even define what a woman is. Who are they fooling? Dems have been in power, yet they are not responsible for the nation's problems? Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp endorses Trump. Media say that Tim Walz defines masculinity. All Eyes on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell GA Trump Supporters Not Happy With Kemp EndorsementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tara and Tony talk 70s shows. Colts win preseason game. Joe Hogsett wants a pay raise. Kamala Show is our popcorn moment. Machine Guns are bearable arms. Dems want to define masculinity when they can't even define what a woman is. Who are they fooling? Dems have been in power, yet they are not responsible for the nation's problems?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe spoke so late because no one wanted to hear from him. Blinken still working to advance cease-fire deal. Big Bobber Cooler For Sale Joe Biden Lies. Does Dem State Sen. Hunley thinks Joe Hogsett should be on the job today? Harley Davidson gets the message: DEI is nonsense and we want none of it. Al Sharpton's Revisionist History They loved Joe so much they pushed him out. Media Bias: Look how CNBC and others share the tax credit plan of Harris and Vance. AOC hates businesses. Western nations caught off guard by Ukraine's incursion into Kursk, Russia? Libertarian Candidate for Indiana Governor Donald Rainwater. Hot housing market? Biden believes Terrorist Supporters "Have a Point"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(00:00-26:35) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query, Jimmy Cook, and producer Eddie Garrison discussing all the topics that they will cover on today's show. They dive into the news from today about a handful of MLB players being suspended for gambling on baseball. It leads to another conversation with Jake and Jimmy about the future of sports betting and questioning if sports leagues will prevent players from betting at all. (26:35-43:17) – Former NFL General Manager Randy Mueller joins Query & Company to look at where the Indianapolis Colts offense ranks in the league. Additionally, he discusses one of his latest pieces on The Athletic about the future of Trevor Lawrence with the Jacksonville Jaguars, evaluates the future of NFL teams paying boatloads of money for wide receivers, and agrees with Jake that he doesn't think the Tennessee Titans are that far behind the rest of the teams in the AFC South after the additions they made in the offseason. (43:17-47:11) – Hour one concludes with Jake, Jimmy, and Eddie discussing some of the best players that have yet to make it in the NFL Hall of Fame. (47:11-1:10:41) – Hour number two with Jake Query and Jimmy Cook rehashing some of their thoughts from yesterday about the Caitlin Clark situation with Chennedy Carter. They take a call from a listener who thought she would be the type of player that changes the game like Steph Curry where the league becomes a guard driven league. (1:17:25-1:30:41) – ESPN.com's Stephen Holder joins the show with Jake Query & Jimmy Cook to share what he learned from the media availability today before the beginning of mandatory minicamp for the Colts, doesn't rule out the Colts adding a corner back or safety after losing Daniel Scott last week to an achilles tear, and states that there is a legitimate position battle between Adonai Mitchell and Alec Pierce for the second starting wide out opposite of Michael Pittman Jr. (1:30:41-1:33:16) – Jake and Jimmy close out hour number two by giving away a four-pack of tickets for a listener to go to the Olympic Swim Trails at Lucas Oil Stadium! (1:33:16-1:59:56) – Last night there was a decision made by the City Council to approve Mayor Joe Hogsett's plan to bring an MLS team to Indianapolis. Jake and Jimmy share their thoughts on that and discuss the future of the Indy Eleven. They welcome a couple listeners to share their opinion on a potential professional soccer team coming to Indianapolis. (1:59:56-2:14:46) – Jake and Jimmy continue their discussion from the last segment about the future of a professional soccer team in Indianapolis. They get into the long debate about how soccer is the up-and-coming sport and back it up with some viewership numbers increasing over the years. (2:14:46-2:20:07) – Today's show ends with JCook Plays of the Day and JMV asking everyone what their legacy will be considering Joe Hogsett trying to bring an MLS team to Indianapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.