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Tuesday 6/11/24- Fever lose to the Sun+ Obi Toppin + Purdue Basketball
00:00-21:37- KB and Marc kickoff Tuesday’s show with the Indiana Fever’s loss to the Connecticut Sun. Also, KB shares his thoughts on the Fever defense. KB and Marc also discuss the Colts position battles, and should the Pacers keep Obi Toppin? Also, a discussion on Dan Hurley staying at UConn. 21:37-27:24 Morning Checkdown 27:24-42:47- KB and Marc discuss the Colts position battles. 42:47-1:11:43- PGA Golf Analyst Will Haskett joins. Haskett discusses the upcoming the US Open, who’s the favorite this weekend, and more. Morning Checkdown. 1:11:43-1:25:49- What should the Pacers do with Obi Toppin? KB and Marc go back to a clip from last season on Toppin. 1:25:49-1:30:13- KB and Marc rundown the new College Football playoff game schedule. 1:30:19-2:00:53- GoldandBlack.com’s Brian Neubert joins. Neubert touches on Kanon Catchings decommitment, the Purdue offseason, and the Boilermakers additions. Morning Checkdown. 2:00:53-2:10:18- Pop Quiz 2:10:18-2:17:29 KB and Marc share the upcoming Baseball State Finals schedule.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Tuesday 6/11: Colts position battles, US Open, Purdue Basketball
00:00-15:24- KB and Marc discuss the Colts position battles. 15:24-31:42- PGA Golf Analyst Will Haskett joins. Haskett discusses the upcoming the US Open, who’s the favorite this weekend, and more. 31:42-49:14- GoldandBlack.com’s Brian Neubert joins. Neubert touches on Kanon Catchings decommitment, the Purdue offseason, and the Boilermakers additions.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Boyd talks Caitlin Clark/USA National Team, Colts, Pacers
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Monday 6/10/24- Caitlin Clark/Team USA drama, Colts Minicamp, Pacers offseason
00:00-20:51- Marc is back! Marc fills in for Andy as he and KB start the show with a recap of Marc’s trip to Florida. Also, Marc catches up with Anthony Richardson’s shoulder, Caitlin Clark Team USA roster drama, and more. 20:51-29:20- Morning Checkdown 29:20-43:23- Marc shares his thoughts on Colts Minicamp and Anthony Richardson’s shoulder soreness. Also, Caitlin Clark’s comments on Chenedy Carter 43:23-1:13:46- The Athletics James Boyd joins. Boyd covers the Colts offseason, Anthony Richardson’s shoulder, and Adonai Mitchell. Also, the latest on the Pacers and Fever. Morning Checkdown. 1:13:46-1:26:11- KB and Marc debate AD Mitchell, hear Michael Pittman’s comments on the rookie, and what’s the expectations for Alec Pierce. 1:26:11-1:29:51- KB and Marc rundown the rest of the week. 1:29:51-1:59:57- KB and Marc continue to discuss the Pacers offseason. Also, more on Caitlin Clark and the Fever ahead of the Connecticut Sun game. Morning Checkdown. 1:59:57-2:05:11- Pop Quiz 2:05:11-2:16:34- Sporting News’ Gil McGregor joins us. McGregor breaks down the NBA Finals, if the Mavs are done, and more. Also, McGregor touches on the Pacers and Zach Edey.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Monday 6/10- Caitlin Clark Drama, Colts, Pacers, Zach Edey
00:00-20:54- Marc is back! Marc fills in for Andy as he and KB start the show with a recap of Marc’s trip to Florida. Also, Marc catches up with Anthony Richardson’s shoulder, Caitlin Clark Team USA roster drama, and more. 20:54-42:51- The Athletics James Boyd joins. Boyd covers the Colts offseason, Anthony Richardson’s shoulder, and Adonai Mitchell. Also, the latest on the Pacers and Fever. 42:51-51:51- Sporting News’ Gil McGregor joins us. McGregor breaks down the NBA Finals, if the Mavs are done, and more. Also, McGregor touches on the Pacers and Zach Edey.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 6/7/24- Colts Minicamp Recap, Indiana/Kentucky All-Star Games, Indy Pro Athlete Injuries
00:00-16:44- KB and Andy kickoff the show recapping game one of the NBA Finals. Also, Kanon Catchings decommits from Purdue reactions. KB and Andy talk about Anthony Richardson’s shoulder and Shane Steichen’s reaction to the number of questions he got about the young quarterback. 16:44-24:22- Morning Checkdown 24:22-43:14- KB and Andy continue to talk about the Colts Minicamp and Anthony Richardson. What is the worry level about Richardson’s shoulder? 43:14-1:12:07- KB finally shares what cornerback the Colts signed. The guys also predict the Colts Training camp schedule. Andy shares the five college coaches that could jump to the NBA. Morning Checkdown. 1:12:07-1:30:21- Kyle Neddenriep joins. Neddenriep previews the upcoming Indiana/Kentucky All-Star games, Kanon Catchings decommitment, and more. 1:30:21-2:05:05- The injury expert Will Carroll joins. Carroll breaks down Richardson’s AC Sprain, what Richardson should do with soreness, and more. Carroll also touches on Tyrese Haliburton’s hamstring and Benedict Mathurin. 2:05:05-2:10:47- Pop Quiz 2:10:47-2:19:32- KB and Andy recap the show and preview the Indiana/Kentucky All-Star Game. Also, a blooper from the Golf Channel.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Friday 6/7- Indiana/Kentucky All-Star Game, Anthony Richardson, Pacers Injuries
00:00-18:59- What is the worry level about Richardson’s shoulder? 18:59- 37:10- Kyle Neddenriep joins. Neddenriep previews the upcoming Indiana/Kentucky All-Star games, Kanon Catchings decommitment, and more. 37:10-52:35- The injury expert Will Carroll joins. Carroll breaks down Richardson’s AC Sprain, what Richardson should do with soreness, and more. Carroll also touches on Tyrese Haliburton’s hamstring and Benedict Mathurin. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6-6 Joel A Erickson talks Richardson injuries, Minicamp
Indy Star reporter Joel A. Erickson joins. Erickson talks about Anthony Richardson being looked at by the trainers during minicamp, the position battles happening this spring, and AD Mitchell vs Alec Pierce. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 6/6- Colts Minicamp reactions, Dan Hurley, and Olympic Swim Trials
00:00-21:27- KB and Andy kick off Thursday’s show with the news Dan Hurley is being targeted by the Los Angeles Lakers for their head coaching vacancy. The guys share their reactions to the news, make comparisons, and more. KB also gives a rundown of what happened with Anthony Richardson at Wednesday’s minicamp practice. 21:27-28:59- Morning Checkdown 28:59-45:49- KB and Andy continue to discuss Anthony Richardson’s status. The guys go back to a late May press conference where Richardson described his shoulder status. 45:49-1:14:29- KB and Andy discuss the comments from Michael Pittman Jr. on his contract compared to other receivers this offseason. The guys also discuss the Dan Hurley news. Morning Checkdown. 1:14:29-1:32:41- Fieldhouse Files Scott Agnes joins. Agnes discusses the Dan Hurley to the Lakers rumors, Pacers ahead of the draft, and his thoughts on the NBA going to a two-day draft. Also, is this a bad NBA draft? Agnes also discusses the Indiana Fever. 1:32:41-1:34:34- KB and Andy preview the Indiana/Kentucky All-Star Game. 1:34:34-2:00:45- Indy Star reporter Joel A. Erickson joins. Erickson talks about Anthony Richardson being looked at by the trainers during minicamp, the position battles happening this spring, and AD Mitchell vs Alec Pierce. Morning Checkdown. 2:00:45-2:07:09- Pop Quiz 2:07:09-2:19:39- Indiana Sports Corp’s Sarah Meyer joins. Meyer educates the listeners on the upcoming USA Olympic Swim Trials.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday June 6th- Colts minicamp, Olympic Swim Trials
00:00-17:49- Fieldhouse Files Scott Agnes joins. Agnes discusses the Dan Hurley to the Lakers rumors, Pacers ahead of the draft, and his thoughts on the NBA going to a two-day draft. Also, is this a bad NBA draft? Agnes also discusses the Indiana Fever. 17:49-32:39- Indy Star reporter Joel A. Erickson joins. Erickson talks about Anthony Richardson being looked at by the trainers during minicamp, the position battles happening this spring, and AD Mitchell vs Alec Pierce. 32:39-44:05- Indiana Sports Corp’s Sarah Meyer joins. Meyer educates the listeners on the upcoming USA Olympic Swim Trials.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6/5 Stephen Holder joins to discuss AD Mitchell and Minicamp
ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins. Holder discusses the Justin Jefferson trade rumor to the Colts, if the Colts could still make big moves, and the mandatory minicamp. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 6/5/24: Colts Mandatory Minicamp, Justin Jefferson rumor, Evansville off to Super Regional
00:00-16:25- KB and Andy kickoff the show with a surprising realization. KB runs down the schedule for Colts mandatory minicamp. The guy’s breakdown the rumor the Colts were in talks to trade for Justin Jefferson. Plus, KB was impressed by Joe Flacco. 16:25-24:22- Morning Checkdown 24:22-43:24- KB and Andy discuss the reports that the Colts called the Vikings about Justin Jefferson. KB also breaks down the Anthony Richardson injury scare from Tuesday. 43:24-1:15:21- ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins. Holder discusses the Justin Jefferson trade rumor to the Colts, if the Colts could still make big moves, and the mandatory minicamp. Morning checkdown. 1:15:21-1:27:39- Andy shares a tidbit on Benedict Mathurin. Plus, KB shares the story of his time in London where JMV’s credential did not work. Also, should the Pacers extend Andrew Nembhard. 1:27:39-1:31:01- Andy shares the latest on suspensions and bans related to gambling in the MLB. Plus, how much did Tupucita Marcano lose on his bets? 1:31:01-1:57:45- KB and Andy continue their conversation on Colts Mandatory Minicamp. Morning Checkdown. 1:57:45-2:04:14- Pop Quiz 2:04:14-2:16:37- University of Evansville Baseball Head Coach Wes Caroll joins. Coach Caroll discusses the Aces run to the NCAA Baseball Super Regional against Tennessee, the tournament, and gets KB and Andy set for their game against #1 Tennessee.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday 6/5/24: Colts tried to get Justin Jefferson, Stephen Holder on Mandatory Minicamp and Evansville is off to the Super Regional
00:00-19:02- KB and Andy discuss the reports that the Colts called the Vikings about Justin Jefferson. KB also breaks down the Anthony Richardson injury scare from Tuesday. 19:02-40:21- ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins. Holder discusses the Justin Jefferson trade rumor to the Colts, if the Colts could still make big moves, and the mandatory minicamp. 40:21-51:58- University of Evansville Baseball Head Coach Wes Caroll joins. Coach Caroll discusses the Aces run to the NCAA Baseball Super Regional against Tennessee, the tournament, and gets KB and Andy set for their game against #1 Tennessee.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 6/4: Caitlin Clark drama seems to be the talk of the sports world, Dallas Clark headed to the Colts ROH + Tony East & Kurt Darling!
00:00 – 19:30 – Andy’s back from his hard rock festival in Detroit, the Caitlin Clark/WNBA drama, Indy Eleven and the attempts to get an MLS team in Indianapolis, Dallas Clark is the latest player to go into the Colts Ring of Honor 19:31 – 27:03 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 27:04 – 46:19– Andy was unaware Eminem has a new song, Dallas Clark headed to the Ring of Honor, Reggie Wayne reacts to the news, the Caitlin Clark drama, Chennedy Carter cheap shot 46:20 – 1:21:30 – WIBC’s Kurt Darling joins us in-studio to discuss last night’s discussion about the city’s pursuit of an MLS franchise and what it means for the future of the indy Eleven, last night’s vote, will the Indy Eleven be effectively killed if an MLS expansion team does get approved to Indianapolis, the future of the Eleven Park development, Morning Checkdown 1:21:31 – 1:33:39 – Andy is conflicted on the Caitlin Clark conversation, Pat McAfee’s controversial comments about it 1:33:40 – 1:34:44 NBA Draft on two nights this year 1:34:45 – 2:04:38 – Pacers reporter Tony East joins us and tells us how he got lost in Lucas Oil Stadium, the expectations of Pascal Siakam’s contract extension, trading Andrew Nembhard, ranking some Pacers value across the league, Caitlin Clark and the Fever’s struggles this season, Morning Checkdown 2:04:39 – 2:11:40– POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Tuesday 6/4: Caitlin Clark drama continues, latest on the Pacers, Dallas Clark into the ROH & more!
00:00 – 19:34 – Andy’s back from his hard rock festival in Detroit, the Caitlin Clark/WNBA drama, Indy Eleven and the attempts to get an MLS team in Indianapolis, Dallas Clark is the latest player to go into the Colts Ring of Honor 19:35 – 39:15 – WIBC’s Kurt Darling joins us in-studio to discuss last night’s discussion about the city’s pursuit of an MLS franchise and what it means for the future of the indy Eleven, last night’s vote, will the Indy Eleven be effectively killed if an MLS expansion team does get approved to Indianapolis, the future of the Eleven Park development 39:16 – 58:50 - Pacers reporter Tony East joins us and tells us how he got lost in Lucas Oil Stadium, the expectations of Pascal Siakam’s contract extension, trading Andrew Nembhard, ranking some Pacers value across the league, Caitlin Clark and the Fever’s struggles this seasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 6/3 - Caitlin Clark gets first home win, Bob Kravitz & Matt Byrne join!
00:00-8:20 – The Best Of show starts with the 7:30 Morning Checkdown, breaking down the action across the weekend in Indiana sports. 8:21-23:34 – Bob Kravitz covers all things Indianapolis sports, and he joins KB and Marc to talk first about the Indiana Fever and Kravitz’ latest piece on how Caitlin Clark is being ‘treated like a piñata’. Next, it a conversation on what the Pacers should do this offseason after making their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2014. After that, Bob gives his thoughts on the eerily quiet offseason that the Colts have experienced to this point and talks about what the biggest storylines are heading into minicamp this week. 23:35-35:58 - To finish the show, Matt Byrne, who covers the Indiana Fever with Clutch Points, joins the show to talk with KB and Marc about the Fever, starting with the question he asked Chicago’s Chennedy Carter following her “punk” play on Caitlin Clark on Saturday. Are WNBA players jealous of Clark? What is the aura around the generational player? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 6/3 - Caitlin Clark gets first home win, Bob Kravitz & Matt Byrne join!
00:00-19:37 - The Wake Up Call with Kevin Bowen and Marc Dykton starts on a Monday talking about the weekend that the Indiana Fever had, winning their first home game before falling in New York a day later. 19:37-27:57 - Morning Checkdown 27:57-46:22 – KB and Marc break down the terrible flagrant that was called on Chennedy Carter, where Carter shoved Caitlin Clark to the ground away from the ball on an inbound play. How should Clark’s teammates have responded to the punk play? Is it too late for the Indiana Fever to have a successful season after the 2-9 start? What is the level of worry for Christie Sides’ job? 46:22-1:17:44 – Bob Kravitz covers all things Indianapolis sports, and he joins KB and Marc to talk first about the Indiana Fever and Kravitz’ latest piece on how Caitlin Clark is being ‘treated like a piñata’. Next, it a conversation on what the Pacers should do this offseason after making their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2014. After that, Bob gives his thoughts on the eerily quiet offseason that the Colts have experienced to this point and talks about what the biggest storylines are heading into minicamp this week. 1:17:44-1:31:35 – KB and Marc talk about a Colts player that brings a ton of intrigue heading into the season. Is the tight end position the biggest question mark on the Colts roster? How will Jelani Woods bounce back from a season-long hamstring injury? 1:31:35-1:35:00 – To finish the hour, KB shares his biggest Indianapolis sports regret. 1:35:00-2:05:56 – Indiana Fever talk continues as KB and Marc breakdown everything going on at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with Caitlin Clark’s 2-9 start, including the “punk” play by Chennedy Carter where she shoulder checked Clark to the ground away from the ball in the third quarter of the Fever 1-point win on Saturday. How has officiating played a role in the poor start for Indiana so far this season, and how critical will four days of rest be for Christie Sides’ team? 2:05:56-2:11:11 - Pop Quiz! 2:11:11-2:23:45 - To finish the show, Matt Byrne, who covers the Indiana Fever with Clutch Points, joins the show to talk with KB and Marc about the Fever, starting with the question he asked Chicago’s Chennedy Carter following her “punk” play on Caitlin Clark on Saturday. Are WNBA players jealous of Clark? What is the aura around the generational player? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5/31 - Getting you ready for the weekend with Greg Rakestraw, George Brenner & Al Ready!
00:00-17:30 - The Wake Up Call with Kevin Bowen and Marc Dykton starts on a Friday talking about the poor performance from the Fever last night against Seattle. Are the excuses of a brutal early schedule valid? What will it take to turn things around once the schedule lightens up in the near future? Plus, Kevin gets ridiculed for a disastrous NBA Finals prediction, saying yesterday that the Timberwolves would come back from down 3-0 and win the series. 17:30-23:47 - Morning Checkdown 23:47-42:35 – Greg Rakestraw from the ISC Sports Network, among many other ventures, joins to talk about all things Indy sports. First, they discuss last weekend’s 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 and what Rakestraw’s long day looked like from the track. Then, they talk about the baseball scene with so many great college teams from Indiana making postseason runs. They talk about the high school scene with the Indiana/Kentucky All Star game coming up. Then, it's a discussion on what the process looks like for the city to acquire an MLS franchise. Finally, Greg talks about the passing of Scott Alan. 42:35-1:15:14 – KB and Marc start the second hour of the show talking about the Colts’ second open OTA period, starting with head coach Shane Steichen’s glowing reviews of second round pick AD Mitchell. Then, its a Morning Checkdown. 1:15:14-1:25:00 – KB and Marc talk about what the Pacers need to do with impending free agent Pascal Siakam, who the team just gave up a lot to acquire. Should they offer him a full max deal, or try to offer a lesser deal and hope Siakam doesn’t walk away for nothing? 1:25:00-1:30:19 – KB says goodbye to Marc, who heads to his daughter’s preschool graduation. 1:30:19-1:58:19 – To start the final hour, George Bremer of the Herald Bulletin joins KB to discuss all things Indianapolis Colts after the second open OTA practice session at West 56th St. How does Anthony Richardson look? What about the back end of the defense? The Colts will trim the roster to 53 men in August, how many of those 53 are on the team right now? Kevin asks Bremer which Colts rookie he is the most curious about, aside from Latu and Mitchell, the top two picks. The finish the conversation talking about the Indiana Fever and their slow start to the season for Caitlin Clark and company. 1:58:19-2:05:41 - Pop Quiz! 2:05:41-2:18:276 To finish the show, Al Ready, the manager of the UIndy baseball team, joins to talk about the Greyhound’s second straight run to the college baseball World Series. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Friday 5/31 - Getting you ready for the weekend with Greg Rakestraw, George Brenner & Al Ready!
00:00-16:59 – KB and Marc break down the post-season exit interview from Bennedict Mathurin and talk about how he has matured since his season ending shoulder surgery in early March. More importantly, is Mathurin the best baker on the Indianapolis sports scene? 16:59-35:36 – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins The Wake Up Call to break down the Pacers’ offseason plans, starting with the priority of resigning Pascal Siakam. Then, they discuss if and when the Pacers should extend Andrew Nembhard after a great postseason run. What is the update on Bennedict Mathurin a few months after surgery, and what can he do to further improve an impressive Pacers team? 35:36-42:39 - To start the final hour, Zak Keefer of The Athletic joins KB and Marc to discuss all the action at West 56th Street today and into the Colts offseason, but first they talk about the Indy 500 that Zak covered on Sunday. Which was bigger, the second straight Josef Newgarden win or the second runner-up finish for Pato O’Ward in three years? Then, they debate a potential change with the NFL’s offseason summer camp schedule. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday 5/30 - Pacers season wrap + Colts OTA action with Scott Agness & Zak Keefer
00:00-13:25 – KB and Marc break down the post-season exit interview from Bennedict Mathurin and talk about how he has matured since his season ending shoulder surgery in early March. More importantly, is Mathurin the best baker on the Indianapolis sports scene? 13:26-28:38 – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins The Wake Up Call to break down the Pacers’ offseason plans, starting with the priority of resigning Pascal Siakam. Then, they discuss if and when the Pacers should extend Andrew Nembhard after a great postseason run. What is the update on Bennedict Mathurin a few months after surgery, and what can he do to further improve an impressive Pacers team? 28:39-44:33 - To start the final hour, Zak Keefer of The Athletic joins KB and Marc to discuss all the action at West 56th Street today and into the Colts offseason, but first they talk about the Indy 500 that Zak covered on Sunday. Which was bigger, the second straight Josef Newgarden win or the second runner-up finish for Pato O’Ward in three years? Then, they debate a potential change with the NFL’s offseason summer camp schedule. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 5/30: Pacers season wrap + Colts OTA action with Scott Agness & Zak Keefer
00:00-19:10 - The Wake Up Call with Kevin Bowen and Marc Dykton starts on a Thursday talking about Kevin’s knuckles and how many days we have in May. Then, the sports talk begins with a conversation about Colts OTAs and the health of Anthony Richardson, plus Pacers end of season thoughts with the NBA draft a little over a month away. The most riveting topic: can we get Scottie Scheffler’s kid a custom “Daddy is Free” onesie? 19:10-28:17 - Morning Checkdown 28:17-41:47 – KB and Marc break down the post-season exit interview from Bennedict Mathurin and talk about how he has matured since his season ending shoulder surgery in early March. More importantly, is Mathurin the best baker on the Indianapolis sports scene? 41:47-1:12:36 – KB and Marc start the second hour of the show talking about the Colts’ schedule and the surprising health of Anthony Richardson. Then, its a Morning Checkdown. 1:12:36-1:28:25 – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins The Wake Up Call to break down the Pacers’ offseason plans, starting with the priority of resigning Pascal Siakam. Then, they discuss if and when the Pacers should extend Andrew Nembhard after a great postseason run. What is the update on Bennedict Mathurin a few months after surgery, and what can he do to further improve an impressive Pacers team? 1:28:25-1:57:39 – To start the final hour, Zak Keefer of The Athletic joins KB and Marc to discuss all the action at West 56th Street today and into the Colts offseason, but first they talk about the Indy 500 that Zak covered on Sunday. Which was bigger, the second straight Josef Newgarden win or the second runner-up finish for Pato O’Ward in three years? Then, they debate a potential change with the NFL’s offseason summer camp schedule. 1:57:39-2:08:46 - Pop Quiz! 2:08:46-2:15:56 – KB and Marc close out the show with breaking news, albeit expected, that the Pacers and Pascal Siakam have mutual interest on a max-level extension this summer. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Wednesday 5/29: Pacers have some big off-season storylines, Alex Golden weighs in + Nate Atkins talks Colts OTAs!
00:00 – 14:32 – Christian Lundgaard (not Rasmussen) turns the fastest lap in the Indy 500, Pacers end of season press conference thoughts: Rick Carlisle updates on Mathurin and says he’ll need to earn playing time, Mathurin agrees with Carlisle, expectations for Bennedict Mathurin next season 14:33 – 29:32 - IndyStar Colts reporter Nate Atkins joins us to talk about his bachelor party in Las Vegas, his Vegas game of choice, Colts off-season thoughts, guys who need to take a step forward this season, Michael Pittman Jr’s injury scare at OTAs last week and who the most indispensable Colts would be, AD Mitchell conversation come training camp, his Indy 500 takeaways 29:33 – 51:11 - Setting the Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to give us overarching Pacers thoughts on a season that ended in the Eastern Conference Finals, Pascal Siakam’s contract extension, mid-level exceptions, Jarace Walker’s rookie season, Bennedict Mathurin expectations going forward, how he’s penciling in next year’s starting five, Haliburton’s hamstring and Olympics expectationsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 5/29: Pacers perspective with the season over, Colts conversation with Nate Atkins & Alex Golden checks in!
00:00 – 20:51 – The first sports breather in a while, Caitlin Clark throws down 30 but the Fever lose, Kevin wonders about Shaq Leonard’s NFL future, Andy’s upcoming trip to Detroit, the Fever are off to a 1-7 start, Pacers off-season thoughts, Bronny James 20:52 – 30:11 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:12 – 44:40 – Christian Lundgaard (not Rasmussen) turns the fastest lap in the Indy 500, Pacers end of season press conference thoughts: Rick Carlisle updates on Mathurin and says he’ll need to earn playing time, Mathurin agrees with Carlisle, expectations for Bennedict Mathurin next season 44:41 – 1:13:41 – Colts in the house for last night’s Fever game, OTA schedule, Texans WR Nico Collins gets paid, where Michael Pittman Jr. stacks up in WR contracts, callers weigh in on the Fever and Pacers, Pacers need urgency heading into the off-season so they don’t backslide, Haliburton on his Olympics status, Morning Checkdown 1:13:42 – 1:29:11 – IndyStar Colts reporter Nate Atkins joins us to talk about his bachelor party in Las Vegas, his Vegas game of choice, Colts off-season thoughts, guys who need to take a step forward this season, Michael Pittman Jr’s injury scare at OTAs last week and who the most indispensable Colts would be, AD Mitchell conversation come training camp, his Indy 500 takeaways 1:29:12 – 1:32:28 – The amount of passes in the Indy 500 vs. this year’s Monaco GP 1:32:29 – 2:08:29 – Setting the Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to give us overarching Pacers thoughts on a season that ended in the Eastern Conference Finals, Pascal Siakam’s contract extension, mid-level exceptions, Jarace Walker’s rookie season, Bennedict Mathurin expectations going forward, how he’s penciling in next year’s starting five, Haliburton’s hamstring and Olympics expectations, the Pacers seem dead set on bringing Siakam back, Morning Checkdown 2:08:30 – 2:13:57– POP QUIZ 2:13:58 – 2:17:34 – Final thoughts: Andy is off to Detroit, Kevin wants to watch college golfSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Tuesday 5/28: Pacers season ends with a thud, Rick Carlisle joins us + Curt Cavin talks 500!
00:00 – 18:27 – The Pacers season comes to an end with a sweep by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, another crushing loss, big off-season decisions now for the Pacers from Pascal Siakam to other roster decisions, strong ratings for the Indy 500 18:28 – 43:00 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle join us and discusses what did Boston do that caused a series sweep, how valuable is the playoff experience the Pacers got this season, where he wants to see growth and development next season, his top priority this off-season, why expectations should be high next year and going forward, will Haliburton play in the Olympics, what he can do to convince Siakam to stay, NBA Draft stock this year, the passing of Bill Walton, his friendship with Walton and the story about how he met his wife and Walton hooked them up with Grateful Dead tickets 43:01 – 57:46 - Trackside’s Curt Cavin joins us to weigh in on the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500, Josef Newgarden’s incredible pass on the final lap and Pato O’Ward’s heartbreak, what’s better for IndyCar: the back-to-back win of Newgarden or would O’Ward be the better story?, Kyle Larson’s disappointing Sunday due to weather, Marcus Ericsson’s disastrous month, the huge ratings for this year’s 500, where all the purse money comes fromSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 5/28: Pacers season ends with a sweep, Rick Carlisle joins us for a must-listen interview + Curt Cavin on the Indy 500!
00:00 – 18:24 – The Pacers season comes to an end with a sweep by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, another crushing loss, big off-season decisions now for the Pacers from Pascal Siakam to other roster decisions, strong ratings for the Indy 500 18:25 – 26:00 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 26:01 – 44:40 – Pacers thoughts: disappointing finishes down the stretch all series, guys who stepped up, off-season questions and expectations going forward into next season, Pascal Siakam’s contract status is the top storyline of the Pacers’ off-season 44:41- 1:06:35 Pacers playing without Haliburton, league-wide respect for the Pacers?, caller has some Pacers thoughts and why he thinks they have good problems to have this off-season, Morning Checkdown 1:06:36 – 1:32:28 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle join us and discusses what did Boston do that caused a series sweep, how valuable is the playoff experience the Pacers got this season, where he wants to see growth and development next season, his top priority this off-season, why expectations should be high next year and going forward, will Haliburton play in the Olympics, what he can do to convince Siakam to stay, NBA Draft stock this year, the passing of Bill Walton, his friendship with Walton and the story about how he met his wife and Walton hooked them up with Grateful Dead tickets 1:32:30 – 1:52:44 – Trackside’s Curt Cavin joins us to weigh in on the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500, Josef Newgarden’s incredible pass on the final lap and Pato O’Ward’s heartbreak, what’s better for IndyCar: the back-to-back win of Newgarden or would O’Ward be the better story?, Kyle Larson’s disappointing Sunday due to weather, Marcus Ericsson’s disastrous month, the huge ratings for this year’s 500, where all the purse money comes from, Morning Checkdown 1:52:45 – 1:55:02 – Our Indy 500 recap show from yesterday, the Mark Davis/Hayden Harvey Hopkins baby drama 1:55:03- 2:15:32 - We replay our outstanding interview with Rick Carlisle, final thoughts before we wrap the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Carlisle Joins Us For A Can't Miss End of Season Conversation!
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle join us and discusses what did Boston do that caused a series sweep, how valuable is the playoff experience the Pacers got this season, where he wants to see growth and development next season, his top priority this off-season, why expectations should be high next year and going forward, will Haliburton play in the Olympics, what he can do to convince Siakam to stay, NBA Draft stock this year, the passing of Bill Walton, his friendship with Walton and the story about how he met his wife and Walton hooked them up with Grateful Dead tickets & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5/27: We recap the 108th Indy 500, Josef Newgarden's back-to-back, Pato's heartbreak + Doug Boles & Jake Query join!
00:00 – 23:31 – Josef Newgarden goes back to back in the Indy 500, Andy recaps his first 500 weekend, Pato O’Ward experiences another heartbreaker, Kyle Larson’s performance, Colton Herta’s crash, the Pacers seem to be on death’s door down 0-3 in the Eastern Conference Finals 23:32 – 32:10 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 32:11 – 45:46– Indy 500 thoughts: lots of different lap leaders, Andy’s Friday, biggest takeaways from the race, Pato O’Ward’s heartbreaking finish 45:47 – 1:16:09 – Indy 500 thoughts: Kyle Larson’s run and why it looks like he wants to return in 2025, Kyle Larson talks disappointment in attempting the double due to weather, Larson’s future, Pato’s emotional post-race interview, Santino Ferrucci’s day, Morning Checkdown 1:16:10 – 1:29:59 – IMS President Doug Boles joins us to discuss yesterday’s contingency plans for the weather they faced, the biggest logistical challenge, keeping the pre-race festivities, the 8:15 drop dead time limit, how he’d sum up the Kyle Larson experience 1:30:00 – 1:32:03 – Caller talks about a betting bad beat from the 500 1:32:02 – 2:10:27 – Jake Query joins us to recap the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500, calling Newgarden passing O’Ward on Turn 3, thoughts on the crowd, O’Ward becoming a fan favorite after so many close finishes, was Newgarden a good winner for IndyCar or would O’Ward have been better?, was yesterday the first time there was multiple passes in the final lap, the Kyle Larson experience, what he’ll remember most of the 108th running of the Indy 500, Andy’s biggest issues at his first 500, Morning Checkdown 2:10:28 – 2:13:10 – Rick Carlisle’s comments about the NBA planning to have the Larry Bird trophy in Gainbridge tonight 2:13:11 – 2:17:43 - Final thoughts on the 500: Kyle Larson, Andy’s experience, Pacers/Celtics Game 4Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Monday 5/27: Josef Newgarden goes back-to-back in the 500, Doug Boles & Jake Query join + Pacers Game 4!
00:00 – 23:35 –Josef Newgarden goes back to back in the Indy 500, Andy recaps his first 500 weekend, Pato O’Ward experiences another heartbreaker, Kyle Larson’s performance, Colton Herta’s crash, the Pacers seem to be on death’s door down 0-3 in the Eastern Conference Finals 23:36 – 33:44 – IMS President Doug Boles joins us to discuss yesterday’s contingency plans for the weather they faced, the biggest logistical challenge, keeping the pre-race festivities, the 8:15 drop dead time limit, how he’d sum up the Kyle Larson experience 33:45 – 57:55 - Jake Query joins us to recap the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500, calling Newgarden passing O’Ward on Turn 3, thoughts on the crowd, O’Ward becoming a fan favorite after so many close finishes, was Newgarden a good winner for IndyCar or would O’Ward have been better?, was yesterday the first time there was multiple passes in the final lap, the Kyle Larson experience, what he’ll remember most of the 108th running of the Indy 500, Andy’s biggest issues at his first 500Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Friday 5/24: LIVE AT CARB DAY! Fun, beer + Doug Boles, Ed Carpenter, Sting Ray Robb & more!
00:00 – 9:13 – IMS President Doug Boles joins us to go through what’s going on at Carb Day today, concern for the weather on Sunday and Monday, no earlier start time, drinking the Snake Juice, Ken Griffey Jr. driving the pace car, weather contingency plans 9:14 – 33:26 – Ed Carpenter joins us and immediately takes a shot at Marc, the weather forecast for Sunday, what he most disagrees with on the show, how often does he think about the 500 and winning it, biggest Pacers thoughts outside of the Haliburton injury, Haliburton injury and Carlisle waving the white flag in the 4th quarter 33:27 – 42:18 – AJ Foyt Racing’s Sting Ray Robb joins us live at Carb Day! Kevin’s daughter loves Sting Ray’s car design, what he’s looking forward to today and the rest of the weekend, how to handle the weather, how he took in his first 500 last year, where on the row would be his preferred starting spot, his wall of trophies, what he most looks forward to on race day 42:19 – 52:23 - Wrapping up the show at Carb Day, Andy debates returning during JMV’s show, our picks to win the Indy 500Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5/24: LIVE AT CARB DAY! Doug Boles, Ed Carpenter, Sting Ray Robb, Curt Cavin & Chuck Lofton all join!
00:00 – 20:21 – We’re LIVE AT CARB DAY! Pacers get steamrolled in Game 2 and Tyrese Haliburton is injured, Carb Day goings on, WTHR’s Chuck Lofton joins us to give an update on the weather this weekend and why Sunday and Monday are looking a bit rough 20:22 – 29:32 – IMS President Doug Boles joins us to go through what’s going on at Carb Day today, concern for the weather on Sunday and Monday, no earlier start time, drinking the Snake Juice, Ken Griffey Jr. driving the pace car, weather contingency plans 29:33 – 43:10 – AJ Foyt Racing’s Sting Ray Robb joins us live at Carb Day! Kevin’s daughter loves Sting Ray’s car design, what he’s looking forward to today and the rest of the weekend, how to handle the weather, how he took in his first 500 last year, where on the row would be his preferred starting spot, his wall of trophies, what he most looks forward to on race day, Morning Checkdown 43:11 – 1:13:57 – Ed Carpenter joins us and immediately takes a shot at Marc, the weather forecast for Sunday, what he most disagrees with on the show, how often does he think about the 500 and winning it, biggest Pacers thoughts outside of the Haliburton injury, Haliburton injury and Carlisle waving the white flag in the 4th quarter, Morning Checkdown 1:13:58 – 1:25:57 – Our Indy 500 predictions, what happens with Kyle Larson if Sunday gets rained out? 1:13:58 – 1:29:32 – Carb Day t-shirts, going through more Indy 500 rows 1:29:33 – 1:56:00 – Andy ran to the bathroom, Trackside’s Curt Cavin joins us to get his thoughts on Carb Day and the Indy 500, who he thinks has the best chance to win, news and notes heading into the race, a name that isn’t being talked about enough, his winner, Morning Checkdown 1:56:01 – 2:05:53 – POP QUIZ 2:05:54 – 2:15:57 – Wrapping up the show at Carb Day, Andy debates returning during JMV’s show, our picks to win the Indy 500Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 5/23: Pacers/Celtics Game 2 preview, Andy gets Carb Day/Indy 500 advice + Colts OTA's & more!
00:00 – 19:26 – Game 2 of Pacers/Celtics tonight, things to watch for tonight, we need advice for Andy’s maiden voyage to Carb Day and the 500, weather concerns for the 500, Michael Pittman Jr. dinged in Colts OTAs yesterday 19:27 – 26:02 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 26:03 – 41:43 – Colts OTA notes: First look at Anthony Richardson since his shoulder surgery, Richardson discusses his playing style, other notes from OTAs, things we’re looking for in Game 2 tonight, can the Pacers limit their turnovers 41:44 – 1:11:19 – Advice for Andy as he is about to experience his first Carb Day and Indy 500, callers give Andy advice both good and bad, weather forecast, more callers give Andy advice, Morning Checkdown 1:11:20 – 1:26:24 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses Tyrese Haliburton making third-team All-NBA and what that means contractually, Game 1 thoughts, turnovers vs. foul disparity, who should defend Jayson Tatum, what did the Celtics do that the Pacers need to improve on, the Fever’s 0-5 start and Caitlin Clark’s play, a frustrating finish to last night’s game, Aliyah Boston’s struggles 1:26:25 – 1:28:55 – Quick NFL notes: Pittsburgh gets the 2026 NFL Draft, goodbye chain gang? 1:28:56 – 2:01:12 – Tyrese Haliburton’s contract bump after making All-NBA, the wild numbers for upcoming NBA contracts, Colts OTA notes from yesterday, Anthony Richardson’s participation, Michael Pittman Jr’s injury scare, Pacers/Celtics Ed Carpenter Racing’s Christian Rasmussen joins us to discuss his Indy 500 preparation, how he’s getting ready for the weekend, driver text chains, how he’d celebrate a win, Morning Checkdown 2:01:11 – 2:08:44 – POP QUIZ 2:08:45 – 2:14:50 – Pacers/Celtics Game 2 final preview, amount of 5-star recruits on the final four NBA rosters, Indy 500 media day, our remote at Carb Day tomorrowSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday 5/23: Pacers/Celtics Game 2 preview with Scott Agness, Andy gets inaugural Indy 500/Carb Day advice & Colts OTA notes!
00:00 – 15:24 – Colts OTA notes: First look at Anthony Richardson since his shoulder surgery, Richardson discusses his playing style, other notes from OTAs, things we’re looking for in Game 2 tonight, can the Pacers limit their turnovers 15:25 – 42:13 – Advice for Andy as he is about to experience his first Carb Day and Indy 500, callers give Andy advice both good and bad, weather forecast, more callers give Andy advice 42:14 – 54:40 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses Tyrese Haliburton making third-team All-NBA and what that means contractually, Game 1 thoughts, turnovers vs. foul disparity, who should defend Jayson Tatum, what did the Celtics do that the Pacers need to improve on, the Fever’s 0-5 start and Caitlin Clark’s play, a frustrating finish to last night’s game, Aliyah Boston’s strugglesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday 5/22: Pacers blow Game 1 in OT, Michael Grady weighs in + Santino Ferrucci/Sam Schmidt/Mark Jaynes join!
00:00 – 20:46 – Pacers fall apart in OT and let Game 1 slip out of their fingers, Haliburton has a couple of fatal turnovers in the final minutes, not fouling up three, the inbounds play, the killer instinct Edwards plays with, 20:47 – 37:17 – Michael Grady joins us to discuss the Pacers and the Timberwolves both being in the conference finals, his disappointment in the Pacers not closing out Game 1 last night, his thoughts on not fouling up three, the Timberwolves making the Western Conference Finals and how they stack up against the Mavericks, Anthony Edwards’ confidence, what he’s up to outside of the TImberwolves 37:18 – 47:27 – Voice of the Indianapolis 500 Mark Jaynes joins us to discuss getting ready for this weekend at the IMS, pre-race preparations, Kyle Larson’s participation, thoughts heading into the 500, more Pacers/Celtics thoughts 47:28 – 56:26 – A.J. Foyt Racing’s Santino Ferrucci joins us and talks about his confidence level starting in Row 2, “pissing excellence”, where his confidence comes from, his conversations with Kyle Larson and pulling off the double, his reaction if he ever won, Rick Carlisle’s previous comment with us regarding fouling being up three 56:27 – 1:08:03 - Arrow McLaren owner Sam Schmidt joins us to discuss the importance of this month from an ownership standpoint, how the team fared at qualifying, what’s struck him most about Kyle Larson and what he’s attempting on Sunday, Kyle Larson’s dilemma if he’s near the front of the field and weather causes a delaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 5/22: Pacers let Game 1 slip away in OT, Michael Grady weighs in + Indy 500 talk with Santino Ferrucci, Sam Schmidt & Mark Jaynes!
00:00 – 20:44 – Pacers fall apart in OT and let Game 1 slip out of their fingers, Haliburton has a couple of fatal turnovers in the final minutes, not fouling up three, the inbounds play 20:45 – 29:22 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:23 – 43:04 – Voice of the Indianapolis 500 Mark Jaynes joins us to discuss getting ready for this weekend at the IMS, pre-race preparations, Kyle Larson’s participation, thoughts heading into the 500, more Pacers/Celtics thoughts 43:05 – 1:09:53 – A.J. Foyt Racing’s Santino Ferrucci joins us and talks about his confidence level starting in Row 2, “pissing excellence”, where his confidence comes from, his conversations with Kyle Larson and pulling off the double, his reaction if he ever won, Rick Carlisle’s previous comment with us regarding fouling being up three, Morning Checkdown 1:09:54 – 1:25:29 – Arrow McLaren owner Sam Schmidt joins us to discuss the importance of this month from an ownership standpoint, how the team fared at qualifying, what’s struck him most about Kyle Larson and what he’s attempting on Sunday, Kyle Larson’s dilemma if he’s near the front of the field and weather causes a delay 1:25:30 – 1:29:30 – Aaron Nesmith fouling out and sending Tatum to the line, do you feel better about the Celtics matchup after going down to the wire 1:29:31 – 1:57:23 – Andy takes exception to Myles Turner saying the Pacers showed their youth last night, Jrue Holiday’s defensive prowess, Indy 500 weather, a listener asks about a future play he made for the Pacers to win the championship, Rick Carlisle’s comment on officiating, thoughts on the free throw discrepancy, Morning Checkdown 1:57:23 – 2:01:32 – POP QUIZ 2:01:33 – 2:18:02 - Michael Grady joins us to discuss the Pacers and the Timberwolves both being in the conference finals, his disappointment in the Pacers not closing out Game 1 last night, his thoughts on not fouling up three, the Timberwolves making the Western Conference Finals and how they stack up against the Mavericks, Anthony Edwards’ confidence, what he’s up to outside of the TImberwolvesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Larson Joins Us To Discuss Running The Double!
Arrow McLaren’s Kyle Larson joins us to discuss his insane schedule balancing his NASCAR schedule with the Indy 500, his confidence heading into the 500, his biggest unknown, the difference in NASCAR and IndyCar vehicles, how short would his Indy 500 celebration be before hopping on another helicopter?, the coolest thing he’s done leading up to the 500 to this point & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 5/21: Getting ready for Pacers/Celtics, Kyle Larson and Rinus VeeKay talk 500 + Jeremiah Johnson!
00:00 – 21:42 – A busy day in Indy sports, an electric night at Gainbridge for the Fever but another loss, Ken Griffey Jr. is the pace car driver, can the Pacers catch the Celtics tonight? 21:43 – 28:33 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 28:35 – 42:18 – Andy’s allergies, Kevin wants to talk Indy 500 weather, previewing tonight’s Game 1 between the Pacers and Celtics, Boston’s depth and star power 42:19 – 1:13:10 – Colts note, a couple of key parts from our interview with Rick Carlisle yesterday: the turning point of the season, previewing the Celtics, pressure on the Celtics?, Kevin is confused about Ken Griffey Jr. being the pace car driver, Morning Checkdown 1:13:11 – 1:28:08 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us to preview Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, his Gonzaga basketball shorts, taking care of the Knicks in Games 6 & 7, taking over in-studio duties for the Eastern Conference Finals, his kids making Indy 500 bracelets 1:28:09 – 1:54:38– Ed Carpenter Racing’s Rinus VeeKay joins us and discusses his wild qualifying weekend, his rollercoaster of emotions, how much passing does he anticipate on race day, biggest things he’s learned over the years on how to attack the 500, patience vs. aggression, what he looks forward to most on race day, how he’d react to winning the 500, was his wife or mom more nervous on Sunday, advice for Andy’s first venture to the Indy 500, betting odds for the 500, Morning Checkdown 1:54:39 – 2:00:54 – Angles we haven’t touched on regarding Pacers/Celtics tonight 2:00:55 – 2:14:41 - Arrow McLaren’s Kyle Larson joins us to discuss his insane schedule balancing his NASCAR schedule with the Indy 500, his confidence heading into the 500, his biggest unknown, the difference in NASCAR and IndyCar vehicles, how short would his Indy 500 celebration be before hopping on another helicopter?, the coolest thing he’s done leading up to the 500 to this pointSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Tuesday 5/21: Pacers/Celtics Game 1 preview, Kyle Larson/Rinus VeeKay & Jeremiah Johnson join!
00:00 – 21:45 – A busy day in Indy sports, an electric night at Gainbridge for the Fever but another loss, Ken Griffey Jr. is the pace car driver, can the Pacers catch the Celtics tonight? 21:46 – 35:25 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us to preview Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, his Gonzaga basketball shorts, taking care of the Knicks in Games 6 & 7, taking over in-studio duties for the Eastern Conference Finals, his kids making Indy 500 bracelets 35:26 – 47:22 – Arrow McLaren’s Kyle Larson joins us to discuss his insane schedule balancing his NASCAR schedule with the Indy 500, his confidence heading into the 500, his biggest unknown, the difference in NASCAR and IndyCar vehicles, how short would his Indy 500 celebration be before hopping on another helicopter?, the coolest thing he’s done leading up to the 500 to this point 47:23 – 56:45 - Ed Carpenter Racing’s Rinus VeeKay joins us and discusses his wild qualifying weekend, his rollercoaster of emotions, how much passing does he anticipate on race day, biggest things he’s learned over the years on how to attack the 500, patience vs. aggression, what he looks forward to most on race day, how he’d react to winning the 500, was his wife or mom more nervous on SundaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Monday 5/20: PACERS ARE ECF-BOUND! Rick Carlisle joins + Lin Dunn talks Fever & Caitlin Clark!
00:00 – 19:50 – The Pacers are headed to the Eastern Conference Finals after an historic Game 7 performance against the Knicks, Scott McLaughlin wins the Indy 500 pole, the Pacers stepped on the Knicks’ throats and didn’t let up 19:51 – 36:50 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and recaps yesterday’s Game 7 and the atmosphere inside Madison Square Garden, relaying the message during timeouts, the difference from Game 5 and the last two games, his “class” comment regarding the roster, the importance of roster depth, the mid-December Clippers loss feeling like a turning point, how he felt heading into Game 7, looking ahead to their match-up with the Celtics 36:51 – 45:26 - Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us and reacts to the Pacers reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, the Fever’s 0-3 start and the story early on, the number of Caitlin Clark turnovers, charter flightsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5/20: Pacers are headed to the ECF! Rick Carlisle joins + Scot McLaughlin claims the 500 pole & Lin Dunn joins!
00:00 – 19:46 – The Pacers are headed to the Eastern Conference Finals after an historic Game 7 performance against the Knicks, Scott McLaughlin wins the Indy 500 pole, the Pacers stepped on the Knicks’ throats and didn’t let up 19:47 – 29:29 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 29:30 – 40:00 – Pacers punch their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals, Tyrese Haliburton stepped up big yesterday, looking at the Celtics 40:01 – 1:14:23 - – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and recaps yesterday’s Game 7 and the atmosphere inside Madison Square Garden, relaying the message during timeouts, the difference from Game 5 and the last two games, his “class” comment regarding the roster, the importance of roster depth, the mid-December Clippers loss feeling like a turning point, how he felt heading into Game 7, looking ahead to their match-up with the Celtics, Reggie Miller’s Instagram troll job of the Knicks, Morning Checkdown 1:14:24 – 1:24:40 – Pacers had otherworldly performances from so many guys, Stephen A. Smith’s pre-game pep talk for the Knicks, looking ahead to the Celtics 1:24:41 – 1:26:00 – Quick thoughts on the Pacers 1:26:01 – 1:53:06– Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn joins us and reacts to the Pacers reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, the Fever’s 0-3 start and the story early on, the number of Caitlin Clark turnovers, charter flights, Morning Checkdown 1:53:07 – 1:58:52– POP QUIZ 1:58:53 – 2:12:38 - We replay our interview with Rick Carlisle from earlier in the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Joins Us As Pacers Punch Ticket to ECF!
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and recaps yesterday’s Game 7 and the atmosphere inside Madison Square Garden, relaying the message during timeouts, the difference from Game 5 and the last two games, his “class” comment regarding the roster, the importance of roster depth, the mid-December Clippers loss feeling like a turning point, how he felt heading into Game 7, looking ahead to their match-up with the CelticsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Friday 5/17 - Getting you ready for Pacers/Knicks Game 6
00:00-14:54 – Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star joins The Wake Up Call to break down the Pacers’ Game 6 matchup against the Knicks tonight at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. How can Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers force a Game 7? 14:55-29:02 – To start the final hour, Jake Query of the Query & Company on this station joins Andy and Marc to discuss all the action at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway heading into Fast Friday. They discuss the weather, and how likely it is that a true practice session will take place on 16th and Georgetown today. 29:03-35:24 - The 34th and final entry into the Indianapolis 500, Callum Ilott, joins the show to talk about the upcoming spectacle at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Where does Fast Friday rank across the many events through the Month of May? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5/17 - Getting you ready for Pacers/Knicks Game 6
00:00-20:43 - The Wake Up Call starts on a Friday talking about the drama in Valhalla this morning. A fatality on the roadways near the PGA Championship postponed all events for at least a few hours, while World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler was detained by police while trying to bypass the accident. Then, the focus shifts to Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals, can the Pacers stave off elimination? 20:43-32:16 - Morning Checkdown 32:16-43:59 - Andy and Marc break down the Pacers chances tonight and in the overall series against the Knicks. Andy tries to make sense of Tyrese Haliburton’s home-road splits and the Pacers’ road woes overall. 43:59-1:11:29 - Andy and Marc start the second hour of the show talking about the continuing situation at the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky. ESPN’s Jeff Darlington witnessed the entire situation, and Andy plays a clip of Darlington’s eyewitness account. Then, Pacers talk precedes a Morning Checkdown. 1:11:29-1:28:29 – Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star joins The Wake Up Call to break down the Pacers’ Game 6 matchup against the Knicks tonight at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. How can Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers force a Game 7? 1:28:29-1:57:25 – To start the final hour, Jake Query of the Query & Company on this station joins Andy and Marc to discuss all the action at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway heading into Fast Friday. They discuss the weather, and how likely it is that a true practice session will take place on 16th and Georgetown today. 1:57:25-2:03:48 - Pop Quiz! 2:03:48-2:13:38 - The 34th and final entry into the Indianapolis 500, Callum Illot, joins the show to talk about the upcoming spectacle at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Where does Fast Friday rank across the many events through the Month of May? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 5/16: Colts schedule is out, Pacers/Knicks, Caitlin Clark's home debut + Matt Taylor & Scott Agness check in!
00:00 – 18:29 – Colts schedule is out, Pacers/Knicks is set for Friday at 8:30, Colts get one primetime game and open against the Texans, interesting kinks in the schedule: big stretch of top quarterbacks, a very late bye, Fever opening game set a WNBA viewership record, thoughts on the Pacers, Kevin is giddy about Tiger Woods and the PGA Championship 18:30 – 25:57 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 25:58 – 40:20 – Pacers/Knicks locked in for 8:30 Friday night, OG Anunoby’s status for tomorrow night, is it better to wanting a blowout or a close game win in Game 6 to force a Game 7?, Tyrese Haliburton needs to shoot it more if the Pacers are going to win this series 40:21 – 1:06:43 – PGA Championship about to tip off, Andy has a Colts thought about why the Patriots game in Week 13 is a must-win, is the lack of primetime games annoying to fans or is it understandable?, Morning Checkdown 1:06:44 – 1:23:07– Kevin tells producer Nathaniel to kiss his ass for Tiger slander, Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss Caitlin Clark’s debut and fanfare, Pacers/Knicks thoughts and what he’s most curious about heading into Game 6, Tyrese Haliburton’s no-show at MSG so far, how do the Pacers handle the Knicks going small?, Pascal Siakam 1:23:08 – 1:31:09 – Colts schedule notes: 3 of first 4 games at home, an intriguing first three games, no streaming needed if you’re a Colts fan, NFL on Netflix 1:31:10 – 1:45:14 – Kevin is off to Vegas, Andy’s plan to drink at Carb Day and the 500 and the IPA coming to the IMS, inclement weather could be an issue for the Colts in the latter part of the schedule, Game 6 thoughts, Morning Checkdown 1:45:15 – 1:50:50 – POP QUIZ 1:50:51 – 2:14:59- Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to go over the Colts schedule, recalling the snow blizzard in Buffalo, initial thoughts on the schedule, the toughest stretch on the schedule, why he doesn’t like division games stacked so much in the first half of the season, are the Jaguars the mystery team in the AFC South?, non-division game he’s most excited for, more annoyed by a lack of primetime games or the late bye, his thoughts on the Colts off-season movesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Thursday 5/16: Colts schedule released, Pacers/Knicks Game 6 + Scott Agness & Matt Taylor!
00:00 – 14:27 - Pacers/Knicks locked in for 8:30 Friday night, OG Anunoby’s status for tomorrow night, is it better to wanting a blowout or a close game win in Game 6 to force a Game 7?, Tyrese Haliburton needs to shoot it more if the Pacers are going to win this series 14:28 – 31:08 – PGA Championship about to tip off, Andy has a Colts thought about why the Patriots game in Week 13 is a must-win, is the lack of primetime games annoying to fans or is it understandable?, 31:09 – 45:45 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss Caitlin Clark’s debut and fanfare, Pacers/Knicks thoughts and what he’s most curious about heading into Game 6, Tyrese Haliburton’s no-show at MSG so far, how do the Pacers handle the Knicks going small?, Pascal Siakam 45:46 – 1:08:11 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to go over the Colts schedule, recalling the snow blizzard in Buffalo, initial thoughts on the schedule, the toughest stretch on the schedule, why he doesn’t like division games stacked so much in the first half of the season, are the Jaguars the mystery team in the AFC South?, non-division game he’s most excited for, more annoyed by a lack of primetime games or the late bye, his thoughts on the Colts off-season movesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 5/15: Pacers go down their leg in Game 5, Haliburton disappears again + Caitlin Clark's debut, Alex Golden & Felix Rosenqvist
00:00 – 20:07 – Pacers go down their leg in Game 5 and face a must-win Game 6, stunning stats coming out of last night, Tyrese Haliburton has another disappearing act in the playoffs, Isiah Hartenstein dominates the Pacers, Caitlin Clark’s lackluster debut with 10 turnovers 20:08 – 31:17– MORNING CHECKDOWN 31:18 – 42:56 – Rick Carlisle predicted what would be the X-factor in last night’s Game 5 when he joined us yesterday morning, so much head-scratching efforts last night 42:57 – 1:13:10 – Tyrese Haliburton’s no-show performance in the playoffs is becoming to regular, why is he so passive when the game is clearly getting away from the Pacers, why does Haliburton have a lack of aggressiveness in these road games?, DiVincenzo calls the Pacers fake tough guys, Pascal Siakam’s future, callers weigh in on Carlisle’s coaching decisions, Siakam’s future, Morning Checkdown 1:13:11 – 1:27:30 – Meyer Shank Racing’s Felix Rosenqvist joins us to discuss his hot start to the season, being in the mix the last two 500’s, is there a turn that’s harder of the four at the IMS, when in the race is it “go time”, how he’d celebrate a 500 win, his upcoming wedding, what’s more nerve-racking: Lap 1 of quals, Lap 190 of the 500 or his wedding day 1:27:31 – 1:29:09 – The New York Jets full schedule has supposedly leaked and has them playing the Colts in Week 11 on Sunday Night Football 1:29:10 – 2:02:23 – Setting The Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to discuss last night’s Pacers’ dud of a performance, what was his biggest frustration from last night, John Starks, the Knicks small lineup and what the strategy should be in Game 6, why has Haliburton disappeared in road games, Pascal Siakam’s future and why he thinks Siakam will be around long-term, trying to handle Brunson the rest of the way, optimism is where for the Pacers to win this series?, Morning Checkdown 2:02:24 – 2:11:47 – POP QUIZ 2:11:48 – 2:12:08 – GOODBYE!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Wednesday 5/15: Pacers get routed in Game 5 and face a must-win the rest of the way, Alex Golden + Felix Rosenqvist join!
00:00 – 20:10 – Pacers go down their leg in Game 5 and face a must-win Game 6, stunning stats coming out of last night, Tyrese Haliburton has another disappearing act in the playoffs, Isiah Hartenstein dominates the Pacers, Caitlin Clark’s lackluster debut with 10 turnovers 20:11 – 32:47 – Meyer Shank Racing’s Felix Rosenqvist joins us to discuss his hot start to the season, being in the mix the last two 500’s, is there a turn that’s harder of the four at the IMS, when in the race is it “go time”, how he’d celebrate a 500 win, his upcoming wedding, what’s more nerve-racking: Lap 1 of quals, Lap 190 of the 500 or his wedding day 32:48 - Setting The Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to discuss last night’s Pacers’ dud of a performance, what was his biggest frustration from last night, John Starks, the Knicks small lineup and what the strategy should be in Game 6, why has Haliburton disappeared in road games, Pascal Siakam’s future and why he thinks Siakam will be around long-term, trying to handle Brunson the rest of the way, optimism is where for the Pacers to win this series?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of Tuesday 5/14: Pacers HC Rick Carlisle, Fever HC Christie Sides & Jake Query join us for a busy sports day!
00:00 – 16:04 – A big day in Indiana sports! Game 5 of Pacers/Knicks, Jalen Brunson banged up, what is on the line for the Pacers tonight 16:05 – 29:27 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us ahead of tonight’s Game 5 and discusses whether or not he’s ever been to the Indy 500 or ridden in an IndyCar before, Game 3 reactions with the Turner block and Nemhard three, guarding Jalen Brunson, where they have to tighten up the rest of the series, key to winning the series 29:28 – 44:23 – Jake Query joins us from the IMS to discuss the schedule for today with cars expected to be on the track, the forecast, Pacers/IndyCar driver comps, advice for Andy in his first 500, Kyle Larson’s expectations in the 500 44:24 – 53:55 - Indiana Fever head coach Christie Sides joins us ahead of tonight’s season opener against the Connecticut Sun, Caitlin Clark and getting adjusted to her new teammates, the grueling schedule early due to the Olympics, their first charter flight yesterday, Kelsey Mitchell’s status, what worries you about the Knicks tonight, Kevin’s update on IMS track activitySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 5/14: A HUGE night for Indy sports! Pacers/Knicks Game 5 + Fever season opener! Rick Carlisle, Christie Sides & Jake Query join!
00:00 – 15:59 – A big day in Indiana sports! Game 5 of Pacers/Knicks, Jalen Brunson banged up, what is on the line for the Pacers tonight 16:00 – 24:26 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 24:27 – 41:46 – Colts thoughts: AD Mitchell on selecting No. 10 and the 10 receivers drafted before him, why did he fall to 52, Pacers/Knicks and the swinging series, the Pacers being favored, have injuries finally caught up to the Knicks? 41:47 – 1:12:45 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us ahead of tonight’s Game 5 and discusses whether or not he’s ever been to the Indy 500 or ridden in an IndyCar before, Game 3 reactions with the Turner block and Nemhard three, guarding Jalen Brunson, where they have to tighten up the rest of the series, key to winning the series, Morning Checkdown 1:12:46 – 1:14:27 – Jake Query is getting ready to join us and is already having technical issues 1:14:28 – 1:29:24 – Jake Query joins us from the IMS to discuss the schedule for today with cars expected to be on the track, the forecast, Pacers/IndyCar driver comps, advice for Andy in his first 500, Kyle Larson’s expectations in the 500 1:29:25 – 2:04:00– Indiana Fever head coach Christie Sides joins us ahead of tonight’s season opener against the Connecticut Sun, Caitlin Clark and getting adjusted to her new teammates, the grueling schedule early due to the Olympics, their first charter flight yesterday, Kelsey Mitchell’s status, what worries you about the Knicks tonight, Kevin’s update on IMS track activity, Morning Checkdown 2:04:01 – 2:13:54 – POP QUIZ 2:13:55 – 2:15:05 – Wrapping the show with our Pacers/Knicks Game 5 predictionsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Joins Us Ahead of Tonight's Critical Game 5!
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us ahead of tonight’s Game 5 and discusses whether or not he’s ever been to the Indy 500 or ridden in an IndyCar before, Game 3 reactions with the Turner block and Nemhard three, guarding Jalen Brunson, where they have to tighten up the rest of the series, key to winning the series & MORE!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5/12: Pacers & Racers in FULL EFFECT! Pacers knot the series with the Knicks, Chris Denari & Ed Carpenter join & more!
00:00 – 19:10 – Pacers & Racers in full force as the Pacers even up their series with the Knicks, fantastic Game 3 drama, Pacers roll in Game 4, are the Knicks injuries and legs starting to take its toll? 19:11 – 24:40 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 24:41 – 43:36 – Ed Carpenter of Ed Carpenter Racing joins us to discuss his Mother’s Day weekend, the biggest changes from IndyCar from when he first started to now, the racing equivalent of Andrew Nemhard’s Game 3 go-ahead 3, how he wears multiple hats and keeps it all together this time of year, doing laps during the eclipse, how he can be in the top-10 in the final 10 laps at the 500, NFL announces the season opener is Ravens/Chiefs 43:37 – 1:20:18 – Pacers TV voice Chris Denari joins us to discuss taking in the Pacers games in as a fan, fan mind vs. the broadcaster mind on Nemhard’s 3-pointer in Game 3, Paces & Racers, how he’ll take in Game 5, prepping for the Indy 500, Pacers/Knicks, Morning Checkdown 1:20:19 – 1:27:14 – Pacers using T.J. McConnell and Andrew Nemhard in key spots, Haliburton’s assertiveness has been huge 1:27:15 – 1:28:38 – Mapping out a sports-heavy week: Caitlin Clark’s regular season debut with the Fever, Game 5 Pacers/Knicks, Fever home opener, NFL Schedule, Game 6 1:28:39 - 2:00:20 – Pacers/Knicks Game 4 dominance, are the Knicks fizzling out before our eyes?, Colts rookie minicamp notes: Adonai Mitchell donning #10 for the 10 receivers that went before him, schedule predictions, other NFL thoughts, Morning Checkdown 2:00:21 – 2:11:34 – POP QUIZ 2:11:35 – 2:12:42 – Wrapping the show, looking ahead to Game 5Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.