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Joe Buck joins to talk Monday Night Football and IU!

Joe Buck of ESPN Monday Night football touches on his alma mater, Indiana, and the run to the College Football Playoff number one seed, his reaction to Phillip Rivers starting, what the 49ers coaching staff has said about Rivers and what he expects from the game tonight. Then, he explains how he didn't finish his degree at IU but took the St. Louis Cardinals job, when he felt like the Hoosiers were special, his old Hoosier football stories, where he's spending while he's in Indy!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202513 min

Friday 12/19 - More Colts QB storylines + Pacers lose to Knicks

00:00 – 11:44 – We all almost fell on our way into work, tough loss for the Pacers to the Knicks last night, the football weekend that is ahead, reacting to Thursday night football, James Boyd has beef with an NFL player, Anthony Richardson activated off of IR, other Colts updates,  11:45– 20:19 – Morning Checkdown 20:20–42:05 – How Anthony Richardson and Shane Steichen's comments yesterday changed our perspective on if he will play, what exactly are the limitations for Richardson, how tough is it to gauge whether or not he will play this year, did he miss a huge opportunity to play this season, James' disagreement with Richard Sherman on twitter 42:06 – 1:07:56 – From the ISC Sports Network and Colts postgame radio host Greg Rakestraw joins to opine on if Anthony Richardson will play this year. He also creates his ideal Indy Classic with it happening this weekend, what this event has looked like over the years, Rake also tells us what games he's calling this weekend, his favorite Chicago Bears in Indiana idea, Andrew Luck's comments on if he received a call from the Colts, what will the Colts offensive line look like Monday night, morning checkdown 1:07:57 - 1:17:59 – Has the guys' confidence in Anthony Richardson playing this year increased or decreased after yesterday's 4omments and events, is he inching towards Jamarcus Russell territory, how experienced the 49er staff is, 1:17:59 -1:29:11 – Marc from Muenster, aka Marc Dykton, joins us to talk about his Chicago Bears potentially moving to Northwest Indiana and where the stadium should go, we also give our 7th best Indiana sports story 1:29:12 – 1:52:02 – We give more thoughts on the Pacers close loss last night before radio play-by-play voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins us to talk about his call of Blake Grupe's 60-yard field goal against Seattle, he also gives Taylor's tidbits which includes a mind-blowing Colts Monday night football stat, morning checkdown. 1:52:03 – 2:00:40 – We talk past Monday night Colts games before we get back into the discussion of how much Anthony Richardson can see right now, would Phillip Rivers come back for another year?  2:00:41 — 2:08:035 - We select our easiest, hardest and most entertaining games of the week 16 NFL slate.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 20252h 8m

Best of Friday 12/19 - Anthony Richardson Practices + Previewing the football weekend!

00:00–21:42 – How Anthony Richardson and Shane Steichen's comments yesterday changed our perspective on if he will play, what exactly are the limitations for Richardson, how tough is it to gauge whether or not he will play this year, did he miss a huge opportunity to play this season, James' disagreement with Richard Sherman on twitter 21:43 – 34:00 – We give more thoughts on the Pacers close loss last night before radio play-by-play voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins us to talk about his call of Blake Grupe's 60-yard field goal against Seattle, he also gives Taylor's tidbits which includes a mind-blowing Colts Monday night football stat, morning checkdown. 34:01 -45:15 – Marc from Muenster, aka Marc Dykton, joins us to talk about his Chicago Bears potentially moving to Northwest Indiana and where the stadium should go, we also give our 7th best Indiana sports storySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 202545 min

Thursday 12/18 - Inching closer to Colts-49ers + Pacers back in action

00:00 – 11:40 –The Bears could be moving to Northeast Indiana, the Colts return to practice and the Pacers are back in action tonight against the Knicks.  11:41– 19:45 – Morning Checkdown 19:46–43:13 – Is there worse weather than the slush that currently exists outside, what is it going to take for the Colts to beat the 49ers, how vital are chunk plays, we preview the Colts kicker training camp battle 8 months in advance, how dynamic of a player is Christian McCaffery, Indiana football projected to have one of the most players drafted in 2026, the Pacers play the NBA Cup champion Knicks tonight, what is the Pacers over/under 43:14 – 1:05:58 – Looking forward to Monday night football between the Colts and 49ers, why Anthony Richardson can't come off IR and play but Phillip Rivers can come out of retirement, what is the importance of a quarterback being able to run Shane Steichen's system and what does it say about the entire situation, morning checkdown 1:05:58 - 1:17:02 – Head coach of the Butler Bulldogs, Thad Matta, joins to discuss his teams latest performance against No. 5 UConn and the thrilling win against Providence last Saturday. He also talks about what it's like to play in the Indy Classic. 1:17:58 -1:24:09 – We play audio from former Indiana head coach Tom Allen about how he is perceiving the rise of Hoosier football 1:24:10 – 1:49:25 – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins to reveal if he's ever had "the Vegas Flu," and what the days of rest can do for the Pacers before they play the Knicks. Plus, Scott breaks down the Team USA camp in Durham and how Caitlin Clark is looking, as well as being able to talk basketball, plus Red Panda will perform at the Colts game Monday night. We continue to preview Colts-49ers and continue the countdown of best Indiana sports stories of 2025, morning checkdown. 1:49:26 – 1:58:56 – WIBC's Jason Hammer joins to explain why he's coming to us via phone, he makes his picks for Rams-Seahawks tonight, the Colts 49ers primetime matchup Monday night and the College Football Playoff.  1:58:57 — 2:07:04 — Lucas from the Netherlands who is a Colts fan and covers the team joins us in studio to talk about his travels, why he became a Colts fan, his experience watching the Colts play in Germany the last two years, cities he would like to see the NFL play in Europe, Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 20252h 7m

Best of Thursday 12/18 - Colts-49ers talk + Scott Agness & Thad Matta join!

00:00 – 22:43 – Looking forward to Monday night football between the Colts and 49ers, why Anthony Richardson can't come off IR and play but Phillip Rivers can come out of retirement, what is the importance of a quarterback being able to run Shane Steichen's system and what does it say about the entire situation, morning checkdown 22:44 -- 31:43 Head coach of the Butler Bulldogs, Thad Matta, joins to discuss his teams latest performance against No. 5 UConn and the thrilling win against Providence last Saturday. He also talks about what it's like to play in the Indy Classic. 31:43 -- 41:37 Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins to reveal if he's ever had "the Vegas Flu," and what the days of rest can do for the Pacers before they play the Knicks. Plus, Scott breaks down the Team USA camp in Durham and how Caitlin Clark is looking, as well as being able to talk basketball, plus Red Panda will perform at the Colts game Monday night 41:38 — 49:45 — Lucas from the Netherlands who is a Colts fan and covers the team joins us in studio to talk about his travels, why he became a Colts fan, his experience watching the Colts play in Germany the last two years, cities he would like to see the NFL play in EuropeSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 202549 min

Thad Matta discusses first two Big East games and looks ahead to Indy Classic!

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Dec 18, 20258 min

Wednesday 12/17: Jeff George, 60 Minutes' Jon Wartheim & Stephen Holder check in!

00:00 – 11:17 – Back at it will a full crew, how was Philip Rivers following his first game in five years, Knicks win the NBA Cup and face the Pacers tomorrow night, Butler falls to UConn 11:18 – 19:43 – Morning Checkdown 19:44 – 41:12 – Elf on the Shelf, Colts and their playoff standings, Kevin talks about Shane Steichen telling Kyle Shannahan and Gus Bradley about signing Philip Rivers, how does he follow up an encore?, Anthony Richardson & DeForest Buckner, the lack of reps for backup QBs 41:13 – 1:06:36 – 60 Minutes and Sports Illustrated reporter Jon Wertheim joins us to discuss his feature on IU football, his conversations with Curt Cignetti and Don Fischer, his impressions of Fernando Mendoza, John Mellencamp’s IU fandom and seats at every game, his piece about the 1976 Hoosiers basketball team, Cignetti vs. Bob Knight, Morning Checkdown 1:06:37 – 1:15:02 – Philp Rivers un-retiring gets spotlighted in Hard Knocks In-Season, can the Colts offense evolve on Monday Night Football 1:15:03 – 1:22:40 – We unveil our 9th biggest stories in Indiana Sports for 2025 1:22:41 – 1:48:30 – Philip Rivers’ ass rejoiner, ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses not seeing the Rivers avatar yet, what he thought about Rivers’ return, if it goes poorly will they change course and go to Anthony Richardson?, what’s up with Riley Leonard?, the defensive effort on the final drive, optimism for Daniel Jones to be ready by training camp?, chances Anthony Richardson takes a snap next season for the Colts?, Morning Checkdown 1:48:31 – 2:01:58 – Former Colts QB Jeff George joins us and discusses the Christmas Quarterback campaign, his thoughts on Philip Rivers un-retiring, his IU fandom, Fernando Mendoza, more about the goal of his Christmas QB campaign 2:01:59 – 2:06:52 – Wrapping the show with Colts discussion about Philip Rivers and what the Colts do if he struggles, does AR get any runSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 20252h 6m

Best of Wednesday 12/17: 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim, former Colts QB Jeff George & Stephen Holder check in!

00:00 – 21:32 - Elf on the Shelf, Colts and their playoff standings, Kevin talks about Shane Steichen telling Kyle Shannahan and Gus Bradley about signing Philip Rivers, how does he follow up an encore?, Anthony Richardson & DeForest Buckner, the lack of reps for backup QBs 21:33 – 34:54 – 60 Minutes and Sports Illustrated reporter Jon Wertheim joins us to discuss his feature on IU football, his conversations with Curt Cignetti and Don Fischer, his impressions of Fernando Mendoza, John Mellencamp’s IU fandom and seats at every game, his piece about the 1976 Hoosiers basketball team, Cignetti vs. Bob Knight 34:55 – 42:31 - We unveil our 9th biggest stories in Indiana Sports for 2025 42:32 – 55:00 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses not seeing the Rivers avatar yet, what he thought about Rivers’ return, if it goes poorly will they change course and go to Anthony Richardson?, what’s up with Riley Leonard?, the defensive effort on the final drive, optimism for Daniel Jones to be ready by training camp?, 55:01 – 1:07:53 - Former Colts QB Jeff George joins us and discusses the Christmas Quarterback campaign, his thoughts on Philip Rivers un-retiring, his IU fandom, Fernando Mendoza, more about the goal of his Christmas QB campaignSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 20251h 7m

Former Colts QB Jeff George talks Rivers, Christmas QB Campaign!

Former Colts QB Jeff George joins us and discusses the Christmas Quarterback campaign, his thoughts on Philip Rivers un-retiring, his IU fandom, Fernando Mendoza, more about the goal of his Christmas QB campaign & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 202512 min

60 Minutes/SI reporter Jon Wertheim Talks IU, Cignetti, Mendoza!

60 Minutes and Sports Illustrated reporter Jon Wertheim joins us to discuss his feature on IU football, his conversations with Curt Cignetti and Don Fischer, his impressions of Fernando Mendoza, John Mellencamp’s IU fandom and seats at every game, his piece about the 1976 Hoosiers basketball team, Cignetti vs. Bob Knight & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 202513 min

Tuesday 12/16: Rick Carlisle checks in + Rivers gets the MNF nod & more!

00:00 – 11:30 – James is back but Jeff is gone, James recaps his time in                Seattle and what he took in from the game and where it went wrong, Philip Rivers gets the Monday Night Football nod 11:31 – 19:40– Morning Checkdown 19:41 – 40:56 – Shane Steichen gets peppered with quarterback questions, Philip Rivers questions, Steichen says the gameplan will be different on Monday night, but how? 40:57 – 1:06:15– Anthony Richardson gets cleared from his eye injury and physical activity, the Seattle crowd lived up the hype, Morning Checkdown 1:06:16 – 1:14:39 – Our Top 10 Sports Stories of Indiana are coming up, biggest takeaways from the IU/60 Minutes segment, Curt Cignetti said he was upset when he first walked into IU because of the condition of the facilities and the lack of confidence, Colts-Seahawks 1:!4:40 – 1:21:59 – Steichen remains bullish that the Colts offense will expand under Rivers on Monday night 1:22:00 – 1:45:40 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the defensive effort against the Wizards, a busy schedule, back-to-backs, grading good shots vs bad shots, the most important parts of the game of basketball, Pascal Siakam’s mentality and his foundation, Morning Checkdown 1:45:41 – 1:58:46 – Saint Michaels’ AD Simon Cortopassi joins us and discusses watching Philip Rivers watch him play in person, what he thought of how he played and what his team thought, when he met Rivers for the first time 1:58:47 – 2:05:07 – We begin our countdown of the Top 10 Sports Stories in Indiana in 2025, Colts thoughtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 20252h 5m

Best of Tuesday 12/16: Rivers gets the MNF nod, AR cleared + Rick Carlisle joins!

00:00 – 21:22 - Shane Steichen gets peppered with quarterback questions, Philip Rivers questions, Steichen says the gameplan will be different on Monday night, but how? 21:23 – 36:27 –Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the defensive effort against the Wizards, a busy schedule, back-to-backs, grading good shots vs bad shots, the most important parts of the game of basketball, Pascal Siakam’s mentality and his foundation 36:28 – 47:06 - Saint Michaels’ AD Simon Cortopassi joins us and discusses watching Philip Rivers watch him play in person, what he thought of how he played and what his team thought, when he met Rivers for the first timeSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202553 min

Rick Carlisle talks Wizards loss, getting back on track

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the defensive effort against the Wizards, a busy schedule, back-to-backs, grading good shots vs bad shots, the most important parts of the game of basketball, Pascal Siakam’s mentality and his foundation & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202515 min

Best of Monday 12/15: Colts fall to Seahawks as Rivers returns + Mendoza wins the Heisman & GOATs!

00:00 -12:33 – Colts fall to the Seahawks and Philip Rivers looked fine but is this really what the Colts offense is going to look like the rest of the way? And could Riley Leonard or Brett Rypien not do what Rivers did yesterday?  Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman Saturday night 12:34 – 33:28 – James Boyd joins us from Seattle to weigh in on his thoughts about the Colts’ loss to the Seahawks, Philip Rivers’ performance, the defensive effort on the final drive, “expanding the playbook” this week?, barring injury is it Philip Rivers the rest of the season? 33:29 – 41:34 – GOATs of the Week 41:35 – 1:02:26 -Grading Philip Rivers’ return but what it really means for the Colts the rest of the season.  Is any part of this sustainable while trying to make a desperate playoff run?, we talk playoff chances after losing five of six games, we take callersSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 20251h 2m

Monday 12/15: Colts hang tough but fall to Seahawks, Rivers' return & Mendoza wins the Hesiman!

00:00 – 12:25– Colts fall to the Seahawks and Philip Rivers looked fine but is this really what the Colts offense is going to look like the rest of the way? And could Riley Leonard or Brett Rypien not do what Rivers did yesterday?  Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman Saturday night 12:26 – 21:48 – Morning Checkdown 21:49 – 42:45 – James Boyd joins us from Seattle to weigh in on his thoughts about the Colts’ loss to the Seahawks, Philip Rivers’ performance, the defensive effort on the final drive, “expanding the playbook” this week?, barring injury is it Philip Rivers the rest of the season? 42:46 – 52:12– Blake Grupe’s leg is unreal, GOATS of the Week 52:13 – 58:05 – Philip Rivers and the offense the Colts will run with him under center  58:06 – 1:25:50 – Grading Philip Rivers’ return but what it really means for the Colts the rest of the season.  Is any part of this sustainable while trying to make a desperate playoff run?, we talk playoff chances after losing five of six games, we take callers, Morning Checkdown 1:25:51 – 1:36:20 – Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman speech, we take more callers on the Colts, the lack of going for it on 4th down, the last drive by the Seahawks 1:36:21- 1:41:45 – We wrap the show with Postgame Headlines as fans sound off on what they saw from the Colts and Philip RiversSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 20251h 41m

Friday 12/12: Final Colts-Seahawks preview & Fernando Mendoza Heisman weekend!

00:00 – 13:47 – It's the second day in the new studios, we again discuss if Phillip Rivers is going to start Sunday against the Seahawks,  13:48– 23:03 – Morning Checkdown 23:04–42:13 – What will Phillip Rivers' stat line look like Sunday, what is the recipe for a Colts win, how the week has flipped from Riley Leonard to Phillip Rivers, comparing chaos of past Colts seasons, tipping the cap to Daniel Jones after his Instagram post, what kind of shape will Phillip be in? What was Charvarius Ward's attitude in the locker room like after being placed on season-ending IR 42:14 – 1:12:02 – Colts pre and postgame radio host Greg Rakestraw makes his weekly check-in with the show. He gives his take on who he thinks gives the Colts the best chance to win Sunday afternoon, what are the different scenarios that could play out. Plus, Rake gives his thoughts on Mark Zackery IV, from Ben Davis High School, playing for both the basketball and football team at Notre Dame. Lastly, he breaks down IU-Kentucky's rivalry heading into Saturday. Morning checkdown 1:12:03 – 1:21:31– We pick our easiest, hardest and most interesting games of the NFL slate 1:21:32 - 1:28:03 – The Pacers returning to action tonight, 1:28:04 -1:50:46 – Radio play-by-play voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, makes his weekly appearance to talk about his favorite Phillip Rivers memories from 2020, Taylor's tidbits consists of the great Seattle defense, the Seahawks big play ability, and their streak of not letting up a 100-yard rusher. Taylor gives his take on how a Colts win could play out Sunday while he sends us into the weekend with some motivational words, morning checkdown 1:50:47 – 2:02:21 – We take a look at some texts and discuss if Alec Pierce will be affected by Phillip Rivers being at quarterback, how many of the offensive starters want Phillip Rivers to be the starting quarterback 2:02:21 – 2:10:27 – Reviewing Phillip Rivers lone Colts 2020 season, predictions for the Colts gameSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 20252h 10m

Best of Friday 12/12: Final Phillip Rivers discussion!

00:00--19:16 – What will Phillip Rivers' stat line look like Sunday, what is the recipe for a Colts win, how the week has flipped from Riley Leonard to Phillip Rivers, comparing chaos of past Colts seasons, tipping the cap to Daniel Jones after his Instagram post, what kind of shape will Phillip be in? What was Charvarius Ward's attitude in the locker room like after being placed on season-ending IR 19:17 – 40:46 – Colts pre and postgame radio host Greg Rakestraw makes his weekly check-in with the show. He gives his take on who he thinks gives the Colts the best chance to win Sunday afternoon, what are the different scenarios that could play out. Plus, Rake gives his thoughts on Mark Zackery IV, from Ben Davis High School, playing for both the basketball and football team at Notre Dame. Lastly, he breaks down IU-Kentucky's rivalry heading into Saturday 40-:47 -40:48 – Radio play-by-play voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, makes his weekly appearance to talk about his favorite Phillip Rivers memories from 2020, Taylor's tidbits consist of the great Seattle defense, the Seahawks big play ability, and their streak of not letting up a 100-yard rusher. Taylor gives his take on how a Colts win could play out Sunday while he sends us into the weekend with some motivational words,Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 202557 min

Thursday 12/11: Philip Rivers meets the media, is he starting Sunday?

00:00 – 10:17 – We’re in a brand new studio, Philip Rivers meets the media and will he actually start on Sunday?, Sherone Moore drama in Michigan 10:18 – 18:16– Morning Checkdown 18:17 – 44:14 – Philip Rivers meets the media: why he wanted to come back and why he thinks he’s capable, James’ viral moment, Rivers on his weight right now, realistic expectations if he’s activated for Sunday? 44:15 – 1:09:14 – we take callers on the Philip Rivers signing and what it means going forward 1:09:15 – 1:17:09  – Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs’ loss to Boise State and what went wrong, Greg Oden, getting ready for Providence 1:17:10 – 1:28:33 – Colts thoughts heading into Seattle and concern for Philip Rivers against Seattle’s defense 1:28:34 – 1:52:24 – Mike Niziolek of the Herald Times joins us to discuss covering the Heisman and Fernando Mendoza’s ascent and his personality around the IU team, Philip Rivers discussion about his cardio and can he keep up with an NFL offense in-game, concerns about his weight?, Morning Checkdown 1:52:25 – 2:02:14 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and discusses the TNF game between the Falcons and Bucs, the point spread, Mike Evans’ return and expectations, Philip Rivers expectations, Army/Navy, IU expectations 2:02:15 – 2:12:50 – Wrapping the show with Colts talk, college hoops, Sherrone Moore dismissal, why should Shane Steichen trust Philip Rivers over Riley Leonard or Brett Rypien?, Joe Burrow  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 20252h 12m

Best of Thursday 12/11: Philip Rivers speaks, Thad Matta checks in + a new studio debut!

00:00 – 25:57 - Philip Rivers meets the media: why he wanted to come back and why he thinks he’s capable, James’ viral moment, Rivers on his weight right now, realistic expectations if he’s activated for Sunday? 25:58 – 32:32 – Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs’ loss to Boise State and what went wrong, Greg Oden, getting ready for Providence 32:33 – 42:56 – Mike Niziolek of the Herald Times joins us to discuss covering the Heisman and Fernando Mendoza’s ascent and his personality around the IU team 42:57 – 52:14 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and discusses the TNF game between the Falcons and Bucs, the point spread, Mike Evans’ return and expectations, Philip Rivers expectations, Army/Navy, IU expectationsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202552 min

Thad Matta talks lose to Boise State, where they're at as a team

 Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs’ loss to Boise State and what went wrong, Greg Oden, getting ready for Providence  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 20256 min

Wednesday 12/10: Philip Rivers is back! Insane or so crazy it might just work? + Jack Doyle!

00:00 – 12:47 – We’re back in the time machine as Philip Rivers signs with the Colts and what it all means for the Colts against the Seahawks and the rest of the season 12:48 – 21:08 – Morning Checkdown 21:09 – 42:10– Philip Rivers and expectations if he actually plays, how would you describe the Rivers signing, where has the Colts running game gone 42:11 – 1:08:32 – Former Colts tight end Jack Doyle joins us and discusses the touchdown and 2-point conversion catch from Philip Rivers in the playoff game against the Bills, Philip Rivers trash talk, does he expect him to have any rust?, teammate text chain, more thoughts on Philip Rivers and how he catches up to speed ahead of possibly starting on Sunday, Morning Checkdown 1:08:33 – 1:17:22 – Philip Rivers turned 44 earlier this week, Heisman discussion and odds 1:17:23  - 1:24:13– Philp Rivers coming out of retirement, more unlikely statement at training camp: a 7-1 start or Philip Rivers returning, the latest on Charvarius Ward 1:24:14 – 1:48:13 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and weighs in on the return of Philip Rivers, true expectations of the 44-year old QB, the other QB they signed, Colts defense and lack of a pass rush, can Rivers truly be in better shape than he was when he played, Riley Leonard, should these final four games matter for Shane Steichen/Chris Ballard, Morning Checkdown 1:48:14 – 1:58:54 – The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman joins us and discusses why Indiana is truly a Cinderella story, setting the scene for the Big Ten Championship, Heisman vote 1:58:55 – 2:03:31 – Wrapping the show, what we want to see or hear out at Colts HQ todaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 20252h 3m

Best of Wednesday 12/10: Colts bring back Philip Rivers, Jack Doyle and Stephen Holder

00:00 – 12:54 – We’re back in the time machine as Philip Rivers signs with the Colts and what it all means for the Colts against the Seahawks and the rest of the season 12:55 – 23:51 – Former Colts tight end Jack Doyle joins us and discusses the touchdown and 2-point conversion catch from Philip Rivers in the playoff game against the Bills, Philip Rivers trash talk, does he expect him to have any rust?, teammate text chain 23:52 – 38:56 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and weighs in on the return of Philip Rivers, true expectations of the 44-year old QB, the other QB they signed, Colts defense and lack of a pass rush, can Rivers truly be in better shape than he was when he played, Riley Leonard 38:57 – 48:46 - The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman joins us and discusses why Indiana is truly a Cinderella story, setting the scene for the Big Ten Championship, Heisman voteSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 202548 min

Tuesday 12/9: Is Philip Rivers really coming back? + Rick Carlisle!

00:00 – 10:46– The Colts are seriously bringing in Philip Rivers for a workout, their desperation at quarterback, how on Earth have the wheels come off this badly in a matter of weeks of being the top seed in the AFC 10:47 – 18:30 – Morning Checkdown 18:31 – 41:34 – Fernando Mendoza’s high school football coach Dave Dunn joins us to discuss Mendoza’s climb to a Heisman contender, what he saw early on, his impressions of how his skills have improved since high school, his recruitment, his mentality, his family, his emotions if he wins the Heisman, what happens next for the Colts 41:35 – 1:07:03– The Colts are knocking on the Philip Rivers door, the desperation at QB, Charvarius Ward in concussion protocol for the third time in three months, Morning Checkdown 1:07:04 – 1:16:46 – Joe Buck and Troy Aikman give Curt Cignetti and IU some love on Monday Night Football, the latest on the Philip Rivers workout, which apparently took place last night 1:16:47 – 1:23:23 – Philip Rivers workout, can he still sling it after being away for so long?, Pacers beat Kings last night 1:23:24 – 1:51:17 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss a solid win against the Kings last night, Ethan Thompson stepping up and making an impact, his next win being the 1,000th of his career, Garrison Matthews, the oldest player he played with or coached, attending the Purdue game, Wheel of Fortune vs. Jeopardy, Morning Checkdown 1:51:18 – 2:00:37 – James was deemed an “old adult” at the YMCA on his birthday, Philip Rivers decision incoming? 2:00:38 – 2:08:18 – Who will start for QB for the Colts against the Seahawks, college hoops tonight, the Chargers win dealt a big blow to the Colts playoff chancesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 20252h 8m

Best of Tuesday 12/9: Philip Rivers to the Colts in 2025???? + Rick Carlisle!

00:00 – 23:10 - Fernando Mendoza’s high school football coach Dave Dunn joins us to discuss Mendoza’s climb to a Heisman contender, what he saw early on, his impressions of how his skills have improved since high school, his recruitment, his mentality, his family, his emotions if he wins the Heisman, what happens next for the Colts 23:11 – 32:54 – Joe Buck and Troy Aikman give Curt Cignetti and IU some love on Monday Night Football, the latest on the Philip Rivers workout, which apparently took place last night 32:55 – 52:19 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss a solid win against the Kings last night, Ethan Thompson stepping up and making an impact, his next win being the 1,000th of his career, Garrison Matthews, the oldest player he played with or coached, attending the Purdue game, Wheel of Fortune vs. JeopardySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202552 min

Rick Carlisle talks win over Kings, Wheel of Fortune vs. Jeopardy!

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss a solid win against the Kings last night, Ethan Thompson stepping up and making an impact, his next win being the 1,000th of his career, Garrison Matthews, the oldest player he played with or coached, attending the Purdue game, Wheel of Fortune vs. Jeopardy & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202519 min

Fernando Mendoza's High School Coach joins us!

Fernando Mendoza’s high school football coach Dave Dunn joins us to discuss Mendoza’s climb to a Heisman contender, what he saw early on, his impressions of how his skills have improved since high school, his recruitment, his mentality, his family, his emotions if he wins the Heisman & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202511 min

Monday 12/8: The Hoosiers are #1 & the Colts disaster in Jacksonville!

​​​​​​00:00 – 12:49 – We open the show with the complicated feelings of Indiana sports at the moment, starting with Indiana's Big Ten championship and their defensive effort. Then, it might be confirmed that the Colts are cursed in Jacksonville.   12:50– 22:22 – Morning Checkdown 22:23–42:54 – Where do the Colts possibly go from here? Kevin provides his opinion on who might be playing quarterback for the Colts the rest of the year, how Shane Steichen called the game for Riley Leonard, we take a caller who wants to talk about the college football playoff selections, then James Boyd joins us from the airport to talk about a dejected Colts locker room, will Anthony Richardson play  42:54 – 1:09:36 – Indiana Football's moment Saturday night, how did the defense become this dominant, what would a sleepover in Lucas Oil Stadium look like, Shane Steichen's playcalling, morning checkdown 1:09:36 – 1:22:13– Kevin finally gets to rant about Notre Dame not making the College Football Playoff  1:22:14 - 1:27:02 – A few callers talk about the Indiana game and the Colts situation 1:27:03 -1:52:57 – Recapping Indiana's win and their draw in the College Football playoff, a potential rematch between Ohio State and Indiana, what are the options for the Colts at quarterback, head coach and front office? Morning checkdown 1:52:57 – 2:00:20 – The lackluster Colts defense, Shane Steichen's decision to defer the coin toss, what does the quarterback situation look like for this year and all of 2026 2:00:20 – 2:07:48 – Fernando Mendoza's high school coach joins the show tomorrow, the quarterback options for the Colts, where they go from here  INSTANT REPLAY: Entire segment with James Boyd interviewSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 20252h 7m

Best of Monday 12/5 - Colts season and future flip + IU wins Big Ten Title!

00:00–20:37 – Where do the Colts possibly go from here? Kevin provides his opinion on who might be playing quarterback for the Colts the rest of the year, how Shane Steichen called the game for Riley Leonard, we take a caller who wants to talk about the college football playoff selections, then James Boyd joins us from the airport to talk about a dejected Colts locker room, will Anthony Richardson play, 20:38 – 47:18 – Indiana Football's moment Saturday night, how did the defense become this dominant, what would a sleepover in Lucas Oil Stadium look like, Shane Steichen's playcalling, morning checkdown 47:18 – 59:55– Kevin finally gets to rant about Notre Dame not making the College Football Playoff Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202559 min

Friday 12/5 - Final Colts & IU Preview!

00:00 – 11:24 – Recapping Thursday night football, James' 30th birthday and his plans, how big of an opportunity Sunday is for the Colts, Jeff is fired up for the game, Blake Grupe's performance in practice, Kenny Moore II being selected as the team's Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee 11:25– 20:55 – Morning Checkdown 20:56–41:26 – Gen Z birthday traditions, the forecast in Jacksonville Sunday afternoon, who needs to have a great game for the Colts, are we interested in the FIFA World Cup, can Lou Anarumo disrupt Trevor Lawrence, how will Daniel Jones look, IU is playing with house Money, Kenny Moore's connection to Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia 41:27 – 1:07:42 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw gives some context on Indiana's run to the Big Ten Championship game, the movie "Hoosiers" 40th anniversary coming up, recapping the IHSAA State Football Finals, IU football recruiting, changes to the Mr. Football award, Colts in Jacksonville on Sunday and why Johnathan Taylor needs to be a focal point. How do the Colts establish dominance against the Jaguars, morning checkdown 1:07:43 – 1:16:42– Would you go to a big-time sporting event to sit at the top of the stadium by yourself, what do the Colts have to do down the stretch to get into the playoffs 1:16:43 - 1:23:43 – Who is more important to the Colts defense, Sauce Gardner or DeForest Buckner?  How can the Colts defense be better Sunday, comparing new kicker Blake Grupe and Buckner's size 1:23:44 -1:49:30 – Radio play-by-play voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, joins to talk about what Don Fischer's day might be like on Saturday calling the IU basketball and football games, he gives his Taylor's tidbits, is there a pregame ritual he needs to do for the colts to win, his plans for the IU game,  the dynamics behind 40th birthday parties, morning checkdown 1:49:31 – 1:56:31 – We select our hardest, easiest and most entertaining games of the NFL slate this week 1:56:32 – 2:05:04 – We make picks for Colts vs Jaguars and Ohio State vs IUSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 20252h 5m

Best of Friday 12/5 - Final Colts/IU Preview + Greg Rakestraw & Matt Taylor Join!

00:00–20:39 – Gen Z birthday traditions, the forecast in Jacksonville Sunday afternoon, who needs to have a great game for the Colts, are we interested in the FIFA World Cup, can Lou Anarumo disrupt Trevor Lawrence, how will Daniel Jones look, IU is playing with house Money, Kenny Moore's connection to Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia 20:40 – 32:47 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw gives some context on Indiana's run to the Big Ten Championship game, the movie "Hoosiers" 40th anniversary coming up, recapping the IHSAA State Football Finals, IU football recruiting, changes to the Mr. Football award, Colts in Jacksonville on Sunday and why Johnathan Taylor needs to be a focal point. 32:48 -50:06 – Radio play-by-play voice of the Colts, Matt Taylor, joins to talk about what Don Fischer's day might be like on Saturday calling the IU basketball and football games, he gives his Taylor's tidbits, is there a pregame ritual he needs to do for the colts to win, his plans for the IU game,  the dynamics behind 40th birthday partiesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 202550 min

Thursday 12/4 - Colts get ready for Jags, Pacers-Nuggets, a good TNF matchup and more!

00:00 – 10:56 – We’re getting ready to move studios and Jeff hates his chair, Pacers get smoked by Nuggets while IU falls to Minnesota, Giannis suffers an injury last night 10:57 – 20:22 – Morning Checkdown 20:23 – 42:12 – Colts-Jaguars on Sunday, 10 year anniversary of the streak starting, Blake Grupe’s role going forward, Jaguars wide receiver injuries, court storm appropriateness, college radio broadcast rankings 42:13 – 1:06:31 – Spotify Wrapped, college football playoff rankings, Jamal Murray goes off for 52 points against the Pacers last night, upcoming schedule for the Pacers, Colts injury report, Morning Checkdown 1:06:32 – 1:18:24 – Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs hot start, Finley Bizjack, Red Panda, more notes on the team, Red Panda’s appearance fee 1:18:25 – 1:24:54 – Big Ten Championship Game atmosphere, the ramifications of Saturday night’s result, can the Hoosiers put pressure on Ohio State? 1:24:55 – 1:49:52 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss last night’s lost to the Nuggets, Nikola Jokic’s performance, Jarace Walker’s season to this point, where are we at on the WNBA league negotiations on a new CBA?, upcoming birthdays for James and Marc, we play I GOTTA KNOW, Morning Checkdown 1:49:53 – 1;59;30– WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and delivers us A.I. Jeff Rickard, his TNF play, IU/Ohio State likes, Colts/Jaguars play, his Bears/Packers play is upsetting Marc 1;59;31 – 2;05;00– Eminem, Colts heading into Jacksonville, Daniel Jones’ college roommate made pad for his legSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 20252h 5m

Best of Thursday 12/4 - Colts prep for Texans, Pacers-Nuggets, I GOTTA KNOW

00:00 – 21:55 – Colts-Jaguars on Sunday, 10 year anniversary of the streak starting, Blake Grupe’s role going forward, Jaguars wide receiver injuries, court storm appropriateness, college radio broadcast rankings 21:56 – 30:00 – Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs hot start, Finley Bizjack, Red Panda, more notes on the team, Red Panda’s appearance fee 30:01 – 50; 46 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss last night’s lost to the Nuggets, Nikola Jokic’s performance, Jarace Walker’s season to this point, where are we at on the WNBA league negotiations on a new CBA?, upcoming birthdays for James and Marc, we play I GOTTA KNOW 50;47 – 1;00;24 WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and delivers us A.I. Jeff Rickard, his TNF play, IU/Ohio State likes, Colts/Jaguars play, his Bears/Packers play is upsetting MarcSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 20251h 0m

Thad Matta talks 7-1 start, Finley Bizjack & more!

Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the Bulldogs hot start, Finley Bizjack, Red Panda, more notes on the team & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 4, 20258 min

Wednesday 12/3: Colts dump Badgley and sign a new kicker, Pacers-Nuggets & Big Ten Championship!

00:00 – 11:43 – A busy night in college hoops, the latest CFP projections, Colts waive Michael Badgley, Justin Tucker was among the tryouts but the Colts roll with Blake Grupe, 11:44 – 19:41 – Morning Checkdown 19:42 – 39:16 – Kevin rants on the College Football Playoff and Notre Dame’s place in it, Colts cut Badgley and have a new kicker, the workout of Justin Tucker, Pacers-Nuggets tonight, Pacers odds for the top pick in the NBA Draft, Chris Paul gets waived by Clippers 39:17 – 1:09:09 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the frigid temperatures, his optimism level for the Colts heading into Sunday, the waiving of Michael Badgley and the tryout of Justin Tucker, it’ll be different in Jacksonville this time because…, Daniel Jones’ play the last few weeks, better chance Sauce Gardner or Anthony Richardson play before the end of the regular season, Trevor Lawrence vs. Colts, Morning Checkdown   1:09:10 – 1:18:30 – Indiana Sports Corp’s Dan Gliot joins us to discuss the Big Ten Championship weekend and all the festivities going on around town, the amount of planning that goes into an event of this magnitude, other upcoming events coming to town 1:18:31 – 1:25:07– Big Ten Championship fan interest, Kevin Patullo egged by upset Eagles fans, Lane Kiffin is a fake dog owner?, huge NFL games this weekend 1:25:08 – 1:49:10 – Can the Colts get over the at Jacksonville hump, the Colts pitiful record in late-season games, national signing day is today, the new Colts kicker, CFP quarterfinal locations, Morning Checkdown 1:49:11 – 1:56:36 – Snow, Pacers-Nuggets, Coke and Santa 1:56:37 – 2:03:34 – The weight of Sunday’s result for the Colts, could they still miss out on the playoffs?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3, 20252h 3m

Best of Wednesday 12/3: Colts waive Badgley and sign a new kicker, Pacers-Nuggets & more!

00:00 – 19:45 – Kevin rants on the College Football Playoff and Notre Dame’s place in it, Colts cut Badgley and have a new kicker, the workout of Justin Tucker, Pacers-Nuggets tonight, Pacers odds for the top pick in the NBA Draft, Chris Paul gets waived by Clippers 19:46 – 34:17 - ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the frigid temperatures, his optimism level for the Colts heading into Sunday, the waiving of Michael Badgley and the tryout of Justin Tucker, it’ll be different in Jacksonville this time because…, Daniel Jones’ play the last few weeks, better chance Sauce Gardner or Anthony Richardson play before the end of the regular season 34:18 – 41:21 - Indiana Sports Corp’s Dan Gliot joins us to discuss the Big Ten Championship weekend and all the festivities going on around town, the amount of planning that goes into an event of this magnitude, other upcoming events coming to townSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3, 202541 min

Tuesday 12/2: Rick Carlisle joins + Colts/Jaguars level of importance, Joel A. Erickson & more!

00:00 – 11:13 – Our commutes on a snowy Tuesday, Sauce Gardner diagnosed with a strained calf and is week-to-week, are there mics on the field goal posts?, Pacers get smoked by the Cavs 11:14 – 20:57 – Morning Checkdown 20:58 – 42:43 – Morning commutes, Sauce Gardner injury clarity, Charvarius Ward discusses his most recent concussion, Daniel Jones’ college roommate made his leg protector, Lane Kiffin’s insane exit to LSU 42:44 – 1:08:53 – Big Ten Championship Game ticket prices, IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the update on Sauce Gardner, his pool reporting with NFL officials after the game, delay of game confusion, Colts kicking situation, why he hates the city of Jacksonville, Wisconsin small towns, does Sunday matter more for current Colts players and the Jaguars losing streak, Morning Checkdown 1:08:54 – 1:19:31 – Are the Colts being too aggressive?, secondary issues, Colts’ horrific streak in Jacksonville 1:19:32 – 1:24:38 – Fernando Mendoza discusses OSU’s Caleb Downs, updated Heisman odds 1:24:39 – 1:52:13 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the Cavaliers last night and where it went wrong, Jay Huff stepping up, Pascal Siakam’s game-winner against Chicago, his childhood fandom, Morning Checkdown 1:52:14 – 1:59:59 –  Big Ten Championship game fan attendance ratios, ticket prices, Jaguars stadium 2:00:00 – 2:05:10 – NFL Power rankings, Colts-Jaguars on SundaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 20252h 5m

Best of Tuesday 12/2: Rick Carlisle joins + latest on the Colts with Joel A. Erickson!

00:00 – 21:53 – Morning commutes, Sauce Gardner injury clarity, Charvarius Ward discusses his most recent concussion, Daniel Jones’ college roommate made his leg protector, Lane Kiffin’s insane exit to LSU 21:54 – 38:03 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the update on Sauce Gardner, his pool reporting with NFL officials after the game, delay of game confusion, Colts kicking situation, why he hates the city of Jacksonville, Wisconsin small towns 38:04 – 59:29 - – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the Cavaliers last night and where it went wrong, Jay Huff stepping up, Pascal Siakam’s game-winner against Chicago, his childhood fandomSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202559 min

Rick Carlisle talks Pacers loss, childhood fandom & why Roger Goodell can't touch him

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses the loss to the Cavaliers last night and where it went wrong, Jay Huff stepping up, Pascal Siakam’s game-winner against Chicago, his childhood fandom & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202521 min

Monday 12/1: Houston, we have a problem...Colts lose, Sauce sidelined & more!

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

Dec 1, 20252h 3m

Best of Monday 12/1: Colts lose to Texans and their grip on the AFC South

00:00 – 11:05 – Colts fall to Texans and their lead in the AFC South is now gone, Sauce Gardner injured, kicker woes 11:06 – 32:35 – Officiating and weird things in yesterday’s game: delay of game, pass interference, extra point 32:36 – 46:19 GOATs of the WeekSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202546 min

Wednesday 11/26: Our final show of the week! Colts-Texans, Bucket game, state championships and more!

00:00 – 11:30 – Our final show of the week, blackout Wednesday, Colts-Texans, Kevin’s turkey hat 11:31 – 18:43 – Morning Checkdown 18:44 – 43:31 – Macy’s Day Parade, Colts-Texans thoughts, New Years eve bathrooms in NYC, Zach Lowe discusses why this season might actually be worth it for the Pacers, the Pacers center issues 43:32 – 1:05:38 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses old Kanye West, the Daniel Jones fibula situation and his play the last three weeks, his grade for the defense against the Chiefs, his thoughts ahead of the Texans game, his Thanksgiving favorite and least favorite side dish, stuffing vs. dressing, Morning Checkdown 1:05:39 - 1:13:13 –Kevin put up the Christmas tree last night, his annual NFL Christmas ornament, Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses a successful trip at the Greenbrier Tip-Off, Finley Bizjack against opposing defenses, his time at Butler, his Thanksgiving turkey prep 1:13:14- 1:22:15 – James is nominated for Indiana Sportswriter of the Year, Kevin’s son wanted to put Ezekiel Elliott on the top of their tree, decorating the Christmas tree 1:22:16 – 1:45:18– Peegs.com’s Matt Weaver joins us to preview the Hoosiers heading into the Bucket game against Purdue, what is the significance of Conference Championship games in 2025?, is the Heisman Mendoza’s to lose?, Indiana’s starting QB next year, Morning Checkdown 1:45:19 – 1:56:13 – Creed halftime show, ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss being a finalist of the Indiana Sports Broadcasters of the Year, his busy week of sports, the big state championship storylines, Colts-Chiefs and looking ahead to the Texans game 1:56:14 – 2:03:34 – Our Colts-Texans picks, Thanksgiving thoughtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 20252h 3m

Best of Wednesday 11/26: Final show of the week! Colts-Texans, Bucket game & more!

00:00 – 24:53 – Macy’s Day Parade, Colts-Texans thoughts, New Years eve bathrooms in NYC, Zach Lowe discusses why this season might actually be worth it for the Pacers, the Pacers center issues 24:54 – 37:36 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses old Kanye West, the Daniel Jones fibula situation and his play the last three weeks, his grade for the defense against the Chiefs, his thoughts ahead of the Texans game, his Thanksgiving favorite and least favorite side dish, stuffing vs. dressing 37:37 – 49:29 – Peegs.com’s Matt Weaver joins us to preview the Hoosiers heading into the Bucket game against Purdue, what is the significance of Conference Championship games in 2025?, is the Heisman Mendoza’s to lose?, Indiana’s starting QB next year 49:30 – 59:26 - ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss being a finalist of the Indiana Sports Broadcasters of the Year, his busy week of sports, the big state championship storylines, Colts-Chiefs and looking ahead to the Texans gameSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 202559 min

Butler's Thad Matta joins to recap successful Greenbrier Tip-off & Thanksgiving tips!

Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses a successful trip at the Greenbrier Tip-Off, Finley Bizjack against opposing defenses, his time at Butler, his Thanksgiving turkey prep & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 20257 min

Tuesday 11/25: Rick Carlisle joins + Colts have two huge division games up next & the Bucket game!

00:00 – 10:46 – The Pacers lose a tough one to the Pistons last night, Shane Steichen discusses the injury status of Daniel Jones 10:47 – 22:18 – Morning Checkdown 22:19 – 41:54 – Heisman odds for Fernando Mendoza and Jeremiyah Love, questions about Shane Steichen taking the ball first in overtime, the lack of Jonathan Taylor in the second half, Steichen play-calling 41:55 – 1:07:58– James hearing a wild story at the hotel bar in Kansas City, defensive lapses late against the Chiefs, Daniel Jones coming back down to Earth?, looking towards Texans and the playoff implications attached to the next two games 1:07:59 – 1:18:44 – Purdue play-by-play man Rob Blackman joins us to discuss the top-ranked Boilers in basketball, Braden Smith, the Bucket Game on Friday, a first for both the basketball game and football game to both be played on the same day at home?, Thanksgiving do’s and don’ts 1:18:45 – 1:25:36 – James has a Thanksgiving question, NFL Thanksgiving halftime acts, Jarace Walker 1:25:37 – 1:53:39 – Jonathan Taylor regret from Shane Steichen?, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to talk about last night’s loss to the Pistons, two minute reports, Bennedict Mathurin’s night, Andrew Nembhard and Cade Cunningham, Haliburton dunking and his progress, Pascal Siakam, Drive and Dish and Thanksgiving food 1:53:40 – 2:04:24 – Juelz Santana, Colts thoughts: Sauce Gardner trade, James wonders how the Colts should approach a Daniel Jones contract extension, Jaguars and Texans, the importance of the next two games 2:04:25 – 2:11:23 – Turning the page to the Texans, positive spins, Nico Collins has torched the Colts, Woody Marks and the running gameSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 20252h 11m

Best of Tuesday 11/25: Rick Carlisle checks in + Colts fallout, Bucket Game & more!

00:00 – 19:42 – Heisman odds for Fernando Mendoza and Jeremiyah Love, questions about Shane Steichen taking the ball first in overtime, the lack of Jonathan Taylor in the second half, Steichen play-calling 19:43 – 28:33 – Purdue play-by-play man Rob Blackman joins us to discuss the top-ranked Boilers in basketball, Braden Smith, the Bucket Game on Friday, a first for both the basketball game and football game to both be played on the same day at home?, Thanksgiving do’s and don’ts 28:34 – 39:48 - Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to talk about last night’s loss to the Pistons, two minute reports, Bennedict Mathurin’s night, Andrew Nembhard and Cade Cunningham, Haliburton dunking and his progress, Pascal Siakam, Drive and Dish and Thanksgiving foodSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 202539 min

Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Joins Us To Discuss Pistons game, Haliburton

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to talk about last night’s loss to the Pistons, two minute reports, Bennedict Mathurin’s night, Andrew Nembhard and Cade Cunningham, Haliburton dunking and his progress, Pascal Siakam, Drive and Dish and Thanksgiving food & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 202511 min

Monday 11/24: Colts take their foot off the gas against Chiefs, GOATs, Headlines & more!

00:00 – 11:04 – The Colts fall apart in overtime against the Chiefs and there are a lot of questions coming out of the game 11:05 – 21:51 – Morning Checkdown 21:52 – 43:08 – Colts-Chiefs thoughts: Concerns growing for Daniel Jones?, are we starting to see concerns in the offense and Jones, we take callers to react to the loss to the Chiefs 43:09- 1:07:23 – How much blame goes on the defense in the loss, we take more callers, why did they stop using Jonathan Taylor, officiating, Morning Checkdown 1:07:24 – 1:17:24 – IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep joins us to discuss semi-state games and sets the stage for our state championship matchups, the Cascade/Gibson Southern thriller, Myles McLaughlin’s unbelievable season comes to an end and his college plans, Brownsburg/Westfield 1:17:25 – 1:28:22– Daniel Jones and his fibula, GOATs of the Week 1:28:23 – 1:52:56 – James Boyd joins us on his way back from Kansas City to recap the Colts’ loss to the Chiefs, his late night tweet about a friend cheating with her friend’s boyfriend, Shane Steichen abandoning the run, the Colts defense missing DeForest Buckner, injuries after the game, Charvarius Ward’s concussion issues, Morning Checkdown 1:52:57 – 2:00:23– Playoff tiebreakers to keep an eye on, POSTGAME HEADLINES 2:00:24 – 2:06:34 – Colts are -3.5 point favorites against the Texans, questioning the play-calling and Steichen’s mentality taking the ball first in overtimeSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 20252h 6m

Best of Monday 11/24: Colts fall apart against Chiefs, AFC South tightens & more!

00:00 – 11:12 – The Colts fall apart in overtime against the Chiefs and there are a lot of questions coming out of the game 11:13 – 20:53- IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep joins us to discuss semi-state games and sets the stage for our state championship matchups, the Cascade/Gibson Southern thriller, Myles McLaughlin’s unbelievable season comes to an end and his college plans, Brownsburg/Westfield 20:54 – 28:31 - GOATs of the Week 28:32 – 34:50 – – James Boyd joins us on his way back from Kansas City to recap the Colts’ loss to the Chiefs, his late night tweet about a friend cheating with her friend’s boyfriend, Shane Steichen abandoning the run, the Colts defense missing DeForest Buckner, injuries after the game 34:51 – 42:19 - Playoff tiebreakers to keep an eye on, POSTGAME HEADLINESSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 202542 min

Friday 11/21: Colts-Chiefs final preview, Daniel Jones injury? + a loaded high school slate & more!

00:00 – 11:11– The DMV, Colts-Chiefs, Daniel Jones pops up on the injury report yesterday, the Texans got a huge win last night against the Bills and keeps the heat on the Colts, 11:12 – 20:04 – Morning Checkdown 20:05 – 41:26 – WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us and gets us ready for a loaded high school football slate tonight, a three-way coin flip at a Texas gas station, Myles McLaughlin going for Derrick Henry’s record, is there any chance Derrick Henry would attend a Knox state championship game?, can Brownsburg be stopped, state championship schedule, Bears-Eagles on Black Friday, Colts-Chiefs discussion, can the Chiefs slow down Jonathan Taylor, the Chiefs are the worst team record-wise the Colts will face the rest of the season 41:27 – 1:06:42– ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and previews a loaded high school football slate, the game that have his attention tonight, Brownsburg-Warren Central tonight, other games across the state tonight, Mr. Basketball front-runners, Colts-Chiefs, CJ. Cox, IU’s basketball schedule this week, Morning Checkdown 1:06:43  - 1:16:09– Colts-Chiefs thoughts as Daniel Jones appears on the injury report with a calf injury, the Texans get a big win and keep the pressure on the Colts with a huge stretch of games starting on Sunday 1:16:10 – 1:24:06 – Our most excited/easiest/hardest games of the Week 12 slate 1:24:07 – 1:50:51 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and discusses how he enjoyed the bye week, assessing the team through 10 weeks, Tayior’s Tidbits, loudest moment in Lucas Oil Stadium, biggest X-factor on Sunday, Morning Checkdown 1:50:52 – 1:58:09– Daniel Jones and his resurgent season, Purdue basketball rim controversy, Berlin, 1:58:10 – 2:04:02 – Our Colts-Chiefs predictions, a Tyler Warren prop betSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 20252h 4m

Best of Friday 11/21: Football Friday! Colts-Chiefs, loaded HS slate & more!

00:00 – 21:13 – WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us and gets us ready for a loaded high school football slate tonight, a three-way coin flip at a Texas gas station, Myles McLaughlin going for Derrick Henry’s record, is there any chance Derrick Henry would attend a Knox state championship game?, can Brownsburg be stopped, state championship schedule, Bears-Eagles on Black Friday, Colts-Chiefs discussion, can the Chiefs slow down Jonathan Taylor, the Chiefs are the worst team record-wise the Colts will face the rest of the season 21:14 – 32:29 – – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and previews a loaded high school football slate, the game that have his attention tonight, Brownsburg-Warren Central tonight, other games across the state tonight, Mr. Basketball front-runners, Colts-Chiefs 32:30 – 51:03 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and discusses how he enjoyed the bye week, assessing the team through 10 weeks, Tayior’s Tidbits, loudest moment in Lucas Oil Stadium, biggest X-factor on SundaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 202551 min