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(00:00-26:37) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Greg Rakestraw filling in for Jake Query with producer Eddie Garrison discussing all the variety of topics that have been discussed since IU’s big win on Monday night. They discuss what the future looks like for Bennedict Mathurin and Jarace Walker with the Pacers. (26:37-41:49) – Former IU tight end, Dan Thompson, joins Greg Rakestraw to talk about his alma mater capturing the College Football Playoff Championship on Monday night, what it means to him to see IU as the best team in the sport, shares how he thinks Bill Mallory would be feeling right now if he was still with us, and comments on the growth from Fernando Mendoza at his time at Cal to Indiana this season. (41:49-46:21) – The first hour of the show concludes with Greg Rakestraw highlighting some of the insane stats that he has found to put into perspective how great this Indiana football team was and the number of people that had their eyes on the game Monday night. (46:21-1:09:58) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and his conversation with Greg Rakestraw starts with the report that Philip Rivers will be interviewing for the Buffalo Bills head coach vacancy. Kevin also points to the two coordinators for the Colts being in the mix for other teams and comments on the future of Michael Pittman Jr. with the franchise. (1:09:58-1:21:14) – With the NFL Combine staying in Indianapolis and the Hoosiers having several players eligible in April’s draft, Greg and Eddie look at all the different players that could be selected in day two and wonder if this could be a historic draft for the IU football program. (1:21:14-1:32:19) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jerry Palm from PalmBrackets.com joining to give some of his early thoughts on the NCAA Tournament. Greg asks Jerry where he has Notre Dame, Butler, Indiana, and Purdue right now and who he believes the four best teams in college basketball are. (1:32:19-1:51:52) – The final hour of today’s show starts with Greg welcoming a caller on to the show to ask Rake about which of the big three (AJ Dybansta, Cameron Boozer, and Darryn Peterson) would make the most sense for the Pacers if they had the number one pick in the NBA Draft. Indy Ignite middle blocked Lydia Martin calls into the program to preview tomorrow’s home opener against the Omaha Supernovas, what has led to the team’s 3-0 start to the season, explains what is different this year with Head Coach Lauren Bertolacci compared to last year, and shares what she has liked most about living in Indianapolis. (1:51:52-2:00:59) – Every Friday at 2:30pm, Jake Query shares a Good For The Heart story sponsored by Franciscan Health. Today, Jake is joined by Dr. George Loley from Franciscan Health to discuss how to maintain and improve your heart health to keep your ticker happy! (2:00:59-2:17:09) – Today’s show closes out with Greg sharing some final thoughts and recapping today’s show. Plus, JMV joins from Rally House to preview what he’s got going on today, the JMV takeover this weekend, and recaps his trip to Miami earlier in the week!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-13:55) – Butler radio analyst, Nick Gardner, joins Jake Query on today’s show to discuss the recent success for the Bulldogs. Jake asks Nick about the recent play from Finley Bizjack, if it feels like Butler is starting to play at the level that was expected going into the season, shares his thoughts on how Braylon Mullins is performing at UConn, and comments on the job that Chris Holtmann. (13:55-24:32) – WTHR meteorologist, Sean Ash, makes an appearance on the program to share some early thoughts on how the weekend weather forecast looks in central Indiana and down on Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio border as well. (24:32-44:31) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers joins Query & Company to discuss his trade deadline expectations for the Indiana Pacers at the center position. He breaks down what he has seen from Onyeka Okongwu in Atlanta with him becoming the fan favorite center trade target, believes that the fog in Jarace Walker’s eyes is starting to clear up now that the Pacers are getting healthier, and agrees with Eddie as to how important it is for the Pacers to be in position to take one of the top prospects in the upcoming NBA draft.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-24:36) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison trying to make sense of how impactful this weekend’s weather is going to be around central Indiana. Jake also explains what he sees as the next thing for Indiana’s football program after their historic 2025 season and plays Paul Finebaum’s apology. (24:36-40:22) – Butler radio analyst, Nick Gardner, joins Jake Query on today’s show to discuss the recent success for the Bulldogs. Jake asks Nick about the recent play from Finley Bizjack, if it feels like Butler is starting to play at the level that was expected going into the season, shares his thoughts on how Braylon Mullins is performing at UConn, and comments on the job that Chris Holtmann. (40:22-46:29) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake opining on what Mick Cronin said last night about UCLA’s conference schedule and how the Big Ten views basketball. (46:29-1:09:23) – Hour number two of Query & Company starts with Jake Query playing some comments from John Calipari and Bobby Hurley over the last couple of days about college eligibility getting out of hand. WTHR meteorologist, Sean Ash, makes an appearance on the program to share some early thoughts on how the weekend weather forecast looks in central Indiana and down on Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio border as well. (1:09:23-1:27:27) – Former co-host of this program and current radio voice of the IU Indy Jaguars, Jimmy Cook, returns to the show to discuss last night’s big win for the Jags against Oakland, evaluates if Ben Howlett’s team is starting to come together in his first campaign, and shares some thoughts on IU winning the College Football Playoff. (1:27:27-1:50:39) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers joins Query & Company to discuss his trade deadline expectations for the Indiana Pacers at the center position. He breaks down what he has seen from Onyeka Okongwu in Atlanta with him becoming the fan favorite center trade target, believes that the fog in Jarace Walker’s eyes is starting to clear up now that the Pacers are getting healthier, and agrees with Eddie as to how important it is for the Pacers to be in position to take one of the top prospects in the upcoming NBA draft. (1:50:39-1:59:35) – Jake and Eddie give away a pair of tickets for a listener and texter to go see John Mellencamp this summer at Ruoff Music Center by answering a trivia question! (1:59:35-2:09:30) – Today’s show closes out with Jake wondering if Eddie is going to miss him on his day off tomorrow. Plus, JMV joins them in studio to discuss why he was walking around the parking lot again.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-24:40) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query welcoming producer Eddie Garrison back after his day off yesterday. Jake and Eddie discuss how much, if any, of the IU basketball game they watched last night. It leads to a larger debate on how interested fans are now in the basketball program with all the success of the football program. They further that discussion by stating the athletic department has made that shift in the recent years. (24:40-38:44) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins the show from LAX to recap last night’s loss for the Purdue Boilermakers against the UCLA Bruins after leading by six in the final two minutes. He credits UCLA for not quitting after a brutal travel schedule in the last two weeks and his adventure to the O.J. Simpson crime scene while he was killing time prior to last night’s game. (38:44-45:44) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake opining on what Mick Cronin said last night about UCLA’s conference schedule and how the Big Ten views basketball. (45:44-1:09:50) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times makes an appearance on today’s show to talk to Jake Query about the historic season for the Indiana Hoosiers and start previewing the “off-season” for Curt Cignetti. Have the Hoosiers lost any key members to the transfer portal? Have they replenished some of the pieces lost with players in the portal? Plus, Mike discusses the upcoming celebration plans for the national champions. (1:09:50-1:18:08) – After concluding the last segment by comparing the predicted weather forecast for IU championship celebration on Saturday to what the weather was like when the Indianapolis Colts had their Super Bowl parade in 2007. (1:18:08-1:30:33) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Bob Ibach from Nikco Sports joins to show to promote the commemorative footballs that IU fans can purchase to as a piece for their man cave, office, etc. to remember the historic season for the Hoosiers! (1:30:33-1:52:08) – The IndyStar’s Dustin Dopirak joins Query & Company to preview the NBA Trade Deadline with it being two weeks away. Jake asks Dustin who has been the most disappointing Pacer this season between Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker, and Bennedict Mathurin. Dustin comments on what type of skillset the Pacers are looking for in their future starting center and settles a dispute between Jake and Eddie. (1:52:08-2:02:58) – Earlier today a Colts coordinator was linked to a head coaching vacancy, Jake and Eddie discuss that team’s opening and then examine how things have gone so far in this year’s coaching cycle. (2:02:58-2:12:51) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie discussing Seattle and the Seahawks with Jake’s admiration towards their old uniforms. JMV joins the guys in studio to preview his show too!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:13) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins the show from LAX to recap last night’s loss for the Purdue Boilermakers against the UCLA Bruins after leading by six in the final two minutes. He credits UCLA for not quitting after a brutal travel schedule in the last two weeks and his adventure to the O.J. Simpson crime scene while he was killing time prior to last night’s game. (12:13-30:23) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times makes an appearance on today’s show to talk to Jake Query about the historic season for the Indiana Hoosiers and start previewing the “off-season” for Curt Cignetti. Have the Hoosiers lost any key members to the transfer portal? Have they replenished some of the pieces lost with players in the portal? Plus, Mike discusses the upcoming celebration plans for the national champions. (30:23-49:25) – The IndyStar’s Dustin Dopirak joins Query & Company to preview the NBA Trade Deadline with it being two weeks away. Jake asks Dustin who has been the most disappointing Pacer this season between Ben Sheppard, Jarace Walker, and Bennedict Mathurin. Dustin comments on what type of skillset the Pacers are looking for in their future starting center and settles a dispute between Jake and Eddie.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's all Hoosiers, all the time on this week's national championship edition of Query & Schultz. The guys dig into IU's historic win in Miami, what it means for the program moving forward, and briefly discuss their own loose connection to IU football as alums of the university.Hoagies & Hops Hoagie of the Week: Hoosier HoagieChilly Water Brewing Co. Brew of the Week: Sticky Fingers

0:00-25:40 – Query & Company gets underway on a Victory Tuesday talking about the Indiana Hoosiers’ College Football National Championship win last night over Miami. 25:40-36:14 – Jake opens the phone lines and welcomes calls from the masses. 36:14-46:37 – Jake closes out the first hour of the show. 46:37-1:11:28 – Jake opens the second hour of Query & Company talking about the historic win for the Indiana Hoosiers last night, becoming the first ever 16-0 Football National Champion. 1:11:28-1:22:44 – Jake continues the open phone lines, getting input from the public on IU’s wild win and historic season. 1:22:44-1:31:12 – Jake closes out the second hour of the show. 1:31:12 -1:53:37 – Jake opens the third hour with more on the IU win last night, continuing listener interaction through the phone lines. 1:53:37-2:06:48 – Jake continues with open phone lines as listeners give their thoughts on IU’s first ever College Football National Championship. 2:06:48-2:11:48– Jake closes out the show with a segment of crosstalk with JMV’s fill-in host today, Greg Rakestraw.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing tonight’s College Football Playoff Championship between Indiana and Miami. Jake also talks a little bit about the significance of today being Martin Luther King Jr. Day as well. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-23:23) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing tonight’s College Football Playoff Championship between Indiana and Miami. Jake also talks a little bit about the significance of today being Martin Luther King Jr. Day as well. (23:23-35:15) – Voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes a gameday appearance on Query & Company to preview tonight’s College Football Championship Game between IU and Miami. Don shares some comments that he has heard from Curt Cignetti this week about the Hurricanes, explains what this IU football team means to him, reveals if he will have any nervous energy in the final moments leading up to the start of the game tonight, and admits that he will blame Jake if he starts crying tonight if Indiana defeats Miami. (35:15-44:47) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake opening the phone lines for people to call into the show to share who they will be thinking about tonight if the Hoosiers are able to defeat the Hurricanes. (44:47-1:11:48) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 joining the show to weigh in on the Buffalo Bills deciding to fire Sean McDermott despite all his success in Buffalo, examines what the four remaining teams remaining have in common compared to the Colts, assesses if the Colts organization is not proactive enough with making decisions, and the collapse of the Houston Texans yesterday against the New England Patriots. (1:11:48-1:23:19) – Following his conversations with Mike Chappell and J Law, Jake takes more phone calls for listeners to talk about why they are, or have become, fans of Indiana football. (1:23:19-1:28:16) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing the NFL playoff games from the weekend by recapping how their picks went. They also debate if the Buffalo Bills got screwed by the officials or not on the interception in overtime. (1:28:16-1:55:31) – The IndyStar’s Zach Osterman joins the show from Miami to preview tonight’s CFP Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes. Zach senses that the attitude for the Hoosiers has not shifted to nervousness this week with this being the biggest game in school history, compares Miami playstyle to Ohio State’s, and shares some names of people that he will think about if Indiana wins tonight. (1:55:31-2:04:48) – Former IU quarterback, Chris Dittoe, calls into the show from his tailgate in Miami to share what the environment is like in South Beach, believes that there will still be more IU fans in attendance based off walking around the tailgate area, and shares who he will be thinking about tonight as the game kicks off. (2:04:48-2:12:25) – Today’s show closes out with Jake welcoming JMV to the show from Miami to discuss tonight’s CFP Championship Game!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-11:30) – Voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes a gameday appearance on Query & Company to preview tonight’s College Football Championship Game between IU and Miami. Don shares some comments that he has heard from Curt Cignetti this week about the Hurricanes, explains what this IU football team means to him, reveals if he will have any nervous energy in the final moments leading up to the start of the game tonight, and admits that he will blame Jake if he starts crying tonight if Indiana defeats Miami. (11:30-28:04) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 joining the show to weigh in on the Buffalo Bills deciding to fire Sean McDermott despite all his success in Buffalo, examines what the four remaining teams remaining have in common compared to the Colts, assesses if the Colts organization is not proactive enough with making decisions, and the collapse of the Houston Texans yesterday against the New England Patriots. (28:04-53:36) – The IndyStar’s Zach Osterman joins the show from Miami to preview tonight’s CFP Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes. Zach senses that the attitude for the Hoosiers has not shifted to nervousness this week with this being the biggest game in school history, compares Miami playstyle to Ohio State’s, and shares some names of people that he will think about if Indiana wins tonight.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes a gameday appearance on Query & Company to preview tonight’s College Football Championship Game between IU and Miami. Don shares some comments that he has heard from Curt Cignetti this week about the Hurricanes, explains what this IU football team means to him, reveals if he will have any nervous energy in the final moments leading up to the start of the game tonight, and admits that he will blame Jake if he starts crying tonight if Indiana defeats Miami.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-17:09) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to weigh in on the Michael Pittman Jr. conversation, reacts to the news that the Indianapolis Colts will no longer be holding training camp at Grand Park in Westfield, what the future of Nick Cross looks like with the Colts, and shares some of his thoughts on Monday’s game between IU and Miami. (17:09-37:00) – ESPN’s Courtney Cronin joins Jake Query to kick off the final hour of the show to provide a timeline as to how things have gotten to where they are with the Chicago Bears and their desire of wanting a new stadium with the steam of them moving to Indiana picking up. Courtney offers her thoughts on the Bears matchup this weekend against the Los Angeles Rams, IU’s College Football Playoff Championship Game against Miami, and Kyle Tucker electing to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-22:51) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing how IU football could buck the trend of some of the shortcomings from other teams in the state on the biggest stage. Jake also weighs in on the future of NIL and college programs sustaining success, or maybe not. (25:29-39:41) – The NBA trade deadline is nearing, which means rumors are starting to swirl about a lot of teams and players. One of the busiest teams, reportedly, is the Milwaukee Bucks. Could they deal Myles Turner after signing him to that big contract and how much is he missing Tyrese Haliburton? They also discuss the future of Bennedict Mathurin. (39:41-46:13) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing the future of Michael Pittman Jr. with the Colts because of his cap hit and the Colts needing some cap relief to sure up some position groups. (46:13-1:09:46) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to weigh in on the Michael Pittman Jr. conversation, reacts to the news that the Indianapolis Colts will no longer be holding training camp at Grand Park in Westfield, what the future of Nick Cross looks like with the Colts, and shares some of his thoughts on Monday’s game between IU and Miami. (1:09:46-1:25:22) – The second round of the NFL playoffs are this weekend, Jake and Eddie examine all four matchups and give their picks for each game and give an explanation for each of them. (1:25:22-1:30:42) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake explaining why he picked one team in this weekend’s NFL games to shock the world. (1:30:42-1:51:48) – ESPN’s Courtney Cronin joins Jake Query to kick off the final hour of the show to provide a timeline as to how things have gotten to where they are with the Chicago Bears and their desire of wanting a new stadium with the steam of them moving to Indiana picking up. Courtney offers her thoughts on the Bears matchup this weekend against the Los Angeles Rams, IU’s College Football Playoff Championship Game against Miami, and Kyle Tucker electing to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers. (1:51:48-2:06:23) – Every Friday at 2:30pm, Jake Query shares a Good For The Heart story sponsored by Franciscan Health. Today, Jake is joined by Chris Hawkins, the all-time winningest coach in Crispus Attucks basketball history, to discuss passing Ray Crowe’s record, the history of Crispus Attucks, and how important it is for his student-athletes to know the school’s history. (2:06:23-2:14:43) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie re-hashing their thoughts on the NFL playoff games this weekend and JMV joining them in-studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-18:12) – ACC Network’s Taylor Tannebaum stops by Query & Company ahead of Monday’s national championship game between IU and Miami to give her perspective on the game. She compares Miami’s fandom to IU basketball, believes that IU will have an advantage in the passing game offensively, highlights why Miami lost to SMU and Louisville, and evaluates what the split in the stadium will be between each school’s fanbase. (18:12-31:45) – Indiana University Senior Athletic Director, Jeremy Gray, joins Jake Query to tip off the final hour of the show to discuss all things Curt Cignetti. Jeremy comments on the level of preparation that Cignetti does all the time, what his interactions are like with IU’s football coach, and shares why he believes Cignetti is such a great college coach. (31:45-43:42) – Former NFL & Miami Hurricanes running back, Clinton Portis, joins the program to discuss what it meant playing for Miami, admits that he would love to play for Curt Cignetti, and if his Hurricanes teams were unfairly labeled because of indiscretions that took place before he was there. (43:42-55:29) – Former IU quarterback, Kurtis Rourke, joins the show from the San Francisco 49ers facility to weigh in on Monday’s national championship game, compares how Curt Cignetti operates to how an average week in the NFL goes with preparing for their upcoming opponent, breaks down what he has seen from Fernando Mendoza this season, and explains what makes Elijah Sarratt a QB’s best friend.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL & Miami Hurricanes running back, Clinton Portis, joins the program to discuss what it meant playing for Miami, admits that he would love to play for Curt Cignetti, and if his Hurricanes teams were unfairly labeled because of indiscretions that took place before he was there.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former IU quarterback, Kurtis Rourke, joins the show from the San Francisco 49ers facility to weigh in on Monday’s national championship game, compares how Curt Cignetti operates to how an average week in the NFL goes with preparing for their upcoming opponent, breaks down what he has seen from Fernando Mendoza this season, and explains what makes Elijah Sarratt a QB’s best friend.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:29) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the monster guest lineup that they’ve got for today’s show. Jake also discusses the breaking news from this morning that there have been 20 college basketball players arrested for participating in a point-shaving scheme. (25:29-35:13) – As Eddie tries to connect with Clinton Portis, Jake reveals why he couldn’t attend last night’s Indiana Pacers game and asks people to text him with their thoughts on Michael Jackson The Musical. (35:13-46:12) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing last night’s Indiana Pacers loss to the Toronto Raptors. They also touch on who they believe the Pacers would take, right now, with the first overall pick. (46:12-1:10:06) – ACC Network’s Taylor Tannebaum stops by Query & Company ahead of Monday’s national championship game between IU and Miami to give her perspective on the game. She compares Miami’s fandom to IU basketball, believes that IU will have an advantage in the passing game offensively, highlights why Miami lost to SMU and Louisville, and evaluates what the split in the stadium will be between each school’s fanbase. (1:10:06-1:22:58) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers, Forbes Sports, and Circle City Spin joins Jake Query to recap last night’s loss for the Pacers against the Toronto Raptors, snapping their three-game winning streak. Tony discusses Pascal Siakam’s drive to win and the various leadership roles that he is filling right now, evaluates what the Pacers could do with Bennedict Mathurin with the trade deadline approaching, and examines what the center trade market looks like. (1:22:58-1:31:42) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake trying to calm Eddie down with his frustration mounting. (1:31:42-2:00:10) – Indiana University Senior Athletic Director, Jeremy Gray, joins Jake Query to tip off the final hour of the show to discuss all things Curt Cignetti. Jeremy comments on the level of preparation that Cignetti does all the time, what his interactions are like with IU’s football coach, and shares why he believes Cignetti is such a great college coach. Former NFL & Miami Hurricanes running back, Clinton Portis, joins the program to discuss what it meant playing for Miami, admits that he would love to play for Curt Cignetti, and if his Hurricanes teams were unfairly labeled because of indiscretions that took place before he was there. (2:01:20-2:11:56) – Former IU quarterback, Kurtis Rourke, joins the show from the San Francisco 49ers facility to weigh in on Monday’s national championship game, compares how Curt Cignetti operates to how an average week in the NFL goes with preparing for their upcoming opponent, breaks down what he has seen from Fernando Mendoza this season, and explains what makes Elijah Sarratt a QB’s best friend. (2:11:56-2:16:05) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-14:15) – FanDuel Sports Network’s Chris Denari makes an appearance on the program to preview tonight’s game for the Indiana Pacers against the Toronto Raptors. Chris spotlights the All-Star campaign that Pascal Siakam is having despite the struggles for the team, admits that he is interested to see how the center minutes will be allocated when Isaiah Jackson returns from his concussion, and reveals who his favorite Pacers player was growing up. (14:15-30:47) – Purdue radio analyst, Bobby Riddell, joins Query & Company to preview the Boilermakers game tonight against the Iowa Hawkeyes. He evaluates what he has seen from Ben McCollum in his first year, assesses how Daniel Jacebson has developed in his first full season with Purdue, identifies what has changed from Purdue since being beat down by Iowa State, and comments on Braden Smith’s ability to find the open guy no matter how much attention the opposing defense is giving him. (30:47-43:40) – Rhett Lewis from the NFL & Big Ten Network joins the show for the second consecutive week to preview IU’s game on Monday night against the Miami Hurricanes. Rhett believes there is some similarities between Miami’s defense and Ohio State’s, emphasizes the importance of D’Angelo Ponds for IU’s defense, explains how Fernando Mendoza’s confidence and trust is so high that everything is so easy for him right now, and pinpoints Indiana’s receivers as a huge advantage in this matchup.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:14) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing Indiana being annihilated in the second half by the Michigan State Spartans. They have a discussion on the product that the Hoosiers are putting on the floor, is still the same product fans have been watching since Tom Crean’s firing. Jake also believes that IU’s football success has something to do with the limited interest in IU basketball. (25:14-42:16) – FanDuel Sports Network’s Chris Denari makes an appearance on the program to preview tonight’s game for the Indiana Pacers against the Toronto Raptors. Chris spotlights the All-Star campaign that Pascal Siakam is having despite the struggles for the team, admits that he is interested to see how the center minutes will be allocated when Isaiah Jackson returns from his concussion, and reveals who his favorite Pacers player was growing up. (42:16-47:18) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query wondering if there is any regret by Carlie Irsay-Gordon for not letting Chris Ballard and/or Shane Steichen go with some of the candidates that are out there.. (47:18-1:11:35) – Indiana State Head Coach, Curt Mallory, makes an appearance on Query & Company to discuss what Indiana’s historic football run means to the Mallory family with his father being the all-time winningest coach in school history. Curt shares what he has taken away in his limited interactions with Curt Cignetti, some stories from when he was watching his dad on the sidelines in Bloomington and talks how he recruits players to Indiana State that have the vision of furthering their career to the NFL. (1:11:35-1:29:29) – Purdue radio analyst, Bobby Riddell, joins Query & Company to preview the Boilermakers game tonight against the Iowa Hawkeyes. He evaluates what he has seen from Ben McCollum in his first year, assesses how Daniel Jacebson has developed in his first full season with Purdue, identifies what has changed from Purdue since being beat down by Iowa State, and comments on Braden Smith’s ability to find the open guy no matter how much attention the opposing defense is giving him. (1:29:29-1:35:28) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake asking Eddie to list the four things that a head coaching candidate must consider when interviewing for any of the nine vacancies in this coaching cycle. (1:35:28-2:01:30) – The final hour of today’s show starts off with Jake and producer Eddie continuing their conversation from the previous segment on how the Colts head coaching position would stack up if it was available during this cycle. Jake also discusses how the most unlikely team in the state could buck the championship trend finally. (2:01:20-2:14:38) – Rhett Lewis from the NFL & Big Ten Network joins the show for the second consecutive week to preview IU’s game on Monday night against the Miami Hurricanes. Rhett believes there is some similarities between Miami’s defense and Ohio State’s, emphasizes the importance of D’Angelo Ponds for IU’s defense, explains how Fernando Mendoza’s confidence and trust is so high that everything is so easy for him right now, and pinpoints Indiana’s receivers as a huge advantage in this matchup. (2:14:38-2:22:43) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to discuss what he’s got going on for the next three hours and continuing their discussion yesterday about the parking job of one particular person in the parking lot.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:15) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query welcoming producer Eddie Garrison back after missing Friday and yesterday’s show by asking him to share his experience on Friday night down in Georgia. They discuss how IU has gone from a cute/Cinderella story to now being accused of cheating and everything in between. Also, they recap the Pacers picking up their third straight win for the first time this season. (25:15-37:28) – Last night the Indiana Pacers recorded their first three-game winning streak of the season. During last night’s game, Jake categorized four players in individual categories. He asks Eddie to guess which player is in what category and to give his perspective on each one of them. (37:28-47:26) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query asking producer Eddie Garrison to share some college football news that is starting to come out. Jake also discusses the issue he has with the transfer portal calendar by connecting it to IU and Miami. (46:41-1:11:24) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Query & Company to share what he knows about his alma mater, Miami Hurricanes, heading into Monday’s College Football Playoff Championship. He highlights what Mario Cristobal’s team does well, where they struggle, and his fandom for Miami. Jake also asks Stephen to compare where the Colts are falling short right now to what he saw during the first round of the playoffs the last three days. (1:11:24-1:23:17) – At the end of the first hour of the show, Eddie asked Jake whether it would be good for college football if the Hoosiers win the national championship on Monday night over the Hurricanes. Jake asks him to explain why he is asking that question and the two discuss the current landscape of college athletics, specifically football. (1:23:17-1:38:13) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie continuing their discussion about the future of college athletics. (1:38:13-2:04:51) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and his conversation with Jake Query starts by discussing the three-game winning streak for the Pacers and evaluates what we have seen recently from Ben Sheppard, Micah Potter, Jay Huff, and Jarace Walker. Scott also examines what the Pacers could do with Bennedict Mathurin in the next three weeks leading up to the deadline and provides an update on where things are at with the WNBA and the players association. (2:00:02-2:17:07) – With Eddie bringing up Mike McDaniel at the end of the last segment with Mike Tomlin leaving the Steelers for, reportedly TV, Jake had a realization about the way that a head coach dresses is indicative as to how their team plays. (2:17:07-2:26:52) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to discuss why he was taking pictures and looking at someone’s car. They also touch on what he has going on during his show today!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-23:26) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Query & Company to share what he knows about his alma mater, Miami Hurricanes, heading into Monday’s College Football Playoff Championship. He highlights what Mario Cristobal’s team does well, where they struggle, and his fandom for Miami. Jake also asks Stephen to compare where the Colts are falling short right now to what he saw during the first round of the playoffs the last three days. (23:26-35:11) – At the end of the first hour of the show, Eddie asked Jake whether it would be good for college football if the Hoosiers win the national championship on Monday night over the Hurricanes. Jake asks him to explain why he is asking that question and the two discuss the current landscape of college athletics, specifically football. (35:11-53:41) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and his conversation with Jake Query starts by discussing the three-game winning streak for the Pacers and evaluates what we have seen recently from Ben Sheppard, Micah Potter, Jay Huff, and Jarace Walker. Scott also examines what the Pacers could do with Bennedict Mathurin in the next three weeks leading up to the deadline and provides an update on where things are at with the WNBA and the players association.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00-25:16 – Query & Company gets underway on a Monday recapping Indiana Football’s dominant win over Oregon in the Peach Bowl. In true Curt Cignetti fashion, the game was over before halftime. How does Miami match up with the Hoosiers? Also Jake dives into the incredible weekend that was in the NFL Playoffs. 25:16-40:05 – Don Fischer, the Voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, breaks down IU’s dominance over Oregon last weekend. Fisch has seen it all as an IU lifer and talks about what this run means to him and the rest of the Cream and Crimson faithful. 40:05-49:08 – Jake closes out the first hour of the show. 49:08-1:14:34 – After an incredible weekend in the NFL Wild Card round, Mike Chappell of FOX59 and CBS4 gives his perspective first on the Hoosiers, then on the weekend that was in the NFL. Which team is most impressive right now? What happened to the Eagles? Why cant the Colts overcome injuries like the 49ers do? 1:14:34-1:28:41 – Sean McDonough of ESPN joins after calling Friday night’s Peach Bowl. He gives the national perspective of what IU did against Oregon, then details how Miami and Indiana match up against each other. 1:28:41-1:36:28 – Jake closes out the second hour of the show. 1:34:29 -2:00:28 – Bill Benner, the longtime columnist for the IndyStar and Hall of Fame sportswriter joins to talk about what the Indiana win means to him. As a lifelong IU fan, and subsequent career journalist, Benner has seen the thick and thin of IU football. 2:00:28-2:12:21 – Jake opens the phone lines, then later details what happened with Marcus Freeman over the weekend. Finally he recaps the weekend that was in the NFL Wild Card. 2:12:21-EOS– JMV joins to help Jake close out the show with their patented cross-talk!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Segment 1: Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer Segment 2: Colts beat writer Mike Chappell Segment 3: ESPN Play-by-Play Announcer Sean McDonough Segment 4: Former IndyStar, Hall of Fame sportswriter Bill BennerSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.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.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-24:51) – The IndyStar’s Joel Erickson joins Query & Company to talk NFL & Indianapolis Colts with Jake Query. Jake and Joel have a discussion about Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference from two days ago, if there are other things that she could be focusing on right now that led her to running it back, shares some thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, and evaluates if Kyler Murray or Tua Tagovailoa could be an option for the Colts if Daniel Jones is not brought back because he decides he wants to go elsewhere. (24:51-38:27) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times joins Jake from Atlanta to preview Friday’s game between Indiana and Oregon. Mike explains what is different between IU and Oregon since their first matchup, assesses if there is a danger of a letdown performance after their Rose Bowl performance, and believes Oregon is a better team than Ole Miss and Miami. (38:27-55:01) – Rhett Lewis from the Big Ten and NFL Network joins the show to give his perspective on the IU vs Oregon game on Friday night. He believes that there are going to be some challenges now for the Ducks offense being too one dimensional, highlights some things about Curt Cignetti that we haven’t seen in college football besides Nick Saban in the last 20 years, and believes that this team could be talked about as one of the best team mindset in college football history.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:16) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the decision last night by the Baltimore Ravens to part ways with John Harbaugh. Did the Colts commit to Shane Steichen too early? Could they have been a team that contacted Harbaugh’s representatives? Plus, they start setting the table for IU vs Oregon! (25:16-38:56) – With Riley Leonard performing well in his first career NFL start, Jake and Eddie take a look back at his college success at Notre Dame and compare it to Fernando Mendoza. They highlight some things that Mendoza does well that will translate to the NFL and identify a couple of question marks they have about IU’s quarterback going to the next level. (38:56-47:28) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie previewing the NFL Playoffs. They each identify a team that is entering the playoffs hot but could have a very underperforming effort, a team that could catch fire in the playoffs and make a Super Bowl run, and then who could be the sleeper winner of the big game. (47:28-1:15:29) – The IndyStar’s Joel Erickson joins Query & Company to talk NFL & Indianapolis Colts with Jake Query. Jake and Joel have a discussion about Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s press conference from two days ago, if there are other things that she could be focusing on right now that led her to running it back, shares some thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, and evaluates if Kyler Murray or Tua Tagovailoa could be an option for the Colts if Daniel Jones is not brought back because he decides he wants to go elsewhere. (1:09:36-1:28:16) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com makes an appearance on the show to preview tonight’s game for the Purdue Boilermakers against the Washington Huskies. Jake asks Brian if the Boilermakers have enough depth to win when the turnaround is so tight during the Big Ten Tournament and later into the NCAA Tournament and Brian states that Purdue’s defense has dramatically improves since the blowout loss to Iowa State. (1:28:16-1:34:47) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing that first matchup between the Oregon Ducks and Indiana Hoosiers with Oregon missing one of the key offensive players on Friday night that had an impact in the first meeting. (1:34:47-2:00:13) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times joins Jake from Atlanta to preview Friday’s game between Indiana and Oregon. Mike explains what is different between IU and Oregon since their first matchup, assesses if there is a danger of a letdown performance after their Rose Bowl performance, and believes Oregon is a better team than Ole Miss and Miami. (2:00:13-2:17:37) – Rhett Lewis from the Big Ten and NFL Network joins the show to give his perspective on the IU vs Oregon game on Friday night. He believes that there are going to be some challenges now for the Ducks offense being too one dimensional, highlights some things about Curt Cignetti that we haven’t seen in college football besides Nick Saban in the last 20 years, and believes that this team could be talked about as one of the best team mindset in college football history. (2:17:37-2:23:50) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to discuss the Montreal Expos with JMV supporting the former MLB franchise. Plus, they preview what JMV’s show will look like for 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: (00:00-11:04) – 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.

From nonfiction writer to debut novelist with a Big Five traditional publishing book deal.In this candid episode, Kelly pulls back the curtain on the querying literary agents process, what actually happens behind the scenes when pursuing traditional publishing, and how she navigated the long road to landing a book deal. She discusses the crucial role of literary community for novel writers, the mindset shifts required to take your fiction writing seriously, and how her background in journalism both supported—and complicated—her transition to writing novels.Kelly also offers practical, honest insight for writers querying agents, including how to treat your writing like a profession, manage rejection, and understand that becoming a published novelist is about far more than finishing a manuscript—it's a transformation of your entire creative life.Find Kelly at her Substack and Website.Find Nicole at her Substack and Website.

(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.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:34) – 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. (12:34-28:16) – 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. (28:16-36:43) – 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.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/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.

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This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on December 31, 2025. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Stardew Valley developer made a $125k donation to the FOSS C# framework MonoGameOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46445068&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:50): Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO after six decadesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46448705&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:10): I canceled my book dealOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46446815&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:31): Show HN: Use Claude Code to Query 600 GB Indexes over Hacker News, ArXiv, etc.Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46442245&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:51): 2025: The Year in LLMsOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46449643&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:12): Tell HN: Happy New YearOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46443744&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:32): Akin's Laws of Spacecraft Design (2011) [pdf]Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46442903&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:52): Efficient method to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphereOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46444076&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:13): The rise of industrial softwareOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46442597&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(12:33): Meta created 'playbook' to fend off pressure to crack down on scammersOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46446838&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

0:00-27:48 – Query & Company gets underway on New Years Eve with a reflection on the year and a preview of a loaded sports week. Pacers host Orlando this afternoon, the Indiana Hoosiers head to the Rose Bowl tomorrow evening and the Colts wrap up the season on Sunday. 27:48-39:29 – Jake and fill-in producer Nathaniel talk New Years Eve and plans for the holiday. 39:29 -44:14 – Jake closes out the first hour of the show. 44:14-1:10:16 – Amid a new starting QB announcement, Joel A. Erickson of the Indy Star joins to talk all things Colts vs Texans. What does this week look like for Riley Leonard and the Colts? What does next year look like at QB and beyond? 1:10:16-1:21:06 – Jake talks Colts and Hoosiers ahead of the season finale for Indy and the Rose Bowl for IU. 1:21:06-1:28:27 – Jake closes out the second hour of the show taking phone calls. 1:28:27 -1:50:20 – Jake wraps the abbreviated show with JMV and their patented cross-talk. Then, Pat Boylan of the Pacers Radio Network joins to talk about the Pacers upcoming game against the Orlando Magic. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-23:40 – Amid a new starting QB announcement, Joel A. Erickson of the Indy Star joins to talk all things Colts vs Texans. What does this week look like for Riley Leonard and the Colts? What does next year look like at QB and beyond? 23:41 -30:40 – Pat Boylan of the Pacers Radio Network joins to talk about the Pacers upcoming game against the Orlando Magic. 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

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.

(00:00-27:32) – 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.

(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.

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.

(00:00-28:48) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing how they celebrated their Christmas and Jake complimenting Eddie on his work. They briefly preview the upcoming game for the Colts against a red-hot Jacksonville Jaguars offense. Finally, Jake discusses the shift that he has noticed at IU in the last two years. (28:48-36:35) – Jake asks Eddie what his favorite Christmas gift from yesterday was and it leads to a gripe that he has with his phone’s recent software update. He also examines what needs to go right for the Colts to make the playoffs. (36:35-48:00) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake Query discussing who the best quarterback option for the Colts next season. Is it Daniel Jones? Is it Anthony Richardson? Is it someone else? Also, should they bring Philip Rivers back for the start of next season? (48:00-1:14:20) – J.P. Shadrick from the Jaguars.com and Westwood One joins the show to discuss what has gone so well for Trevor Lawrence in the last month that has led to this hot stretch of play for the Jacksonville. He shares some of the things that went wrong during the Urban Meyer era that led to setting back the team’s development, calls it a full hands-on deck in the passing game with how the Jaguars find the best matchup to exploit, and shares his thoughts on the Broncos, Bears, Patriots, Bills, and the Eagles heading into the playoffs. Finally, he gives his thoughts on IU’s CFP matchup against Alabama. (1:14:20-1:23:26) – Jake and Eddie highlight the moves that the Indiana Pacers made today with a couple of their roster spots. They also break the news about who is in and out for the Colts in Sunday’s game against the Jaguars. (1:23:26-1:35:38) – The second hour of the show concludes with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing how many fans could be in attendance for Sunday’s game if the Houston Texans eliminate the Colts playoff chances on Saturday. (1:35:38-1:58:59) – Nick Kelly from AL.com joins the show to give some of his thoughts on the College Football Playoff matchup between the Indiana Hoosiers and Alabama Crimson Tide. He compares what he has seen from IU’s turnaround to the days of dominance with Nick Saban, believes there is only one path for Alabama to defeating Indiana, and gives his perspective on the Fernando Mendoza and what he has done for IU this season. (1:58:5959-2:17:39) – Casey Vallier from the Indianapolis Colts Radio team joins the show to share what we know about DeForest Buckner’s neck injury that is resulting in him having surgery next week, states that Philip Rivers will start on Sunday even if the team is eliminates on Saturday night from playoff contention, and wonders the same thing as Jake as to whether Philip Rivers will want to come back for a few games next season if Daniel Jones isn’t ready for the start of the season. (2:17:39-2:19:08) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to recap his Christmas and preview 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.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-21:37) – J.P. Shadrick from the Jaguars.com and Westwood One joins the show to discuss what has gone so well for Trevor Lawrence in the last month that has led to this hot stretch of play for the Jacksonville. He shares some of the things that went wrong during the Urban Meyer era that led to setting back the team’s development, calls it a full hands-on deck in the passing game with how the Jaguars find the best matchup to exploit, and shares his thoughts on the Broncos, Bears, Patriots, Bills, and the Eagles heading into the playoffs. Finally, he gives his thoughts on IU’s CFP matchup against Alabama. (21:37-38:36) – Nick Kelly from AL.com joins the show to give some of his thoughts on the College Football Playoff matchup between the Indiana Hoosiers and Alabama Crimson Tide. He compares what he has seen from IU’s turnaround to the days of dominance with Nick Saban, believes there is only one path for Alabama to defeat Indiana, and gives his perspective on Fernando Mendoza and what he has done for IU this season. (38:36-50:43) – Casey Vallier from the Indianapolis Colts Radio team joins the show to share what we know about DeForest Buckner’s neck injury that is resulting in him having surgery next week, states that Philip Rivers will start on Sunday even if the team is eliminates on Saturday night from playoff contention, and wonders the same thing as Jake as to whether Philip Rivers will want to come back for a few games next season if Daniel Jones isn’t ready for the start of the season.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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