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Best of Wednesday 10/15: Colts sign new quarterback + IU Football looks ahead!

00:00 – 22:32 – Driver’s license stories, background on newly signed Colts quarterback Brett Rypien, Daniel Jones’ running ability, has Anthony Richardson played his last snap for the Indianapolis Colts, previewing the Chargers wideouts, what’s realistic at the trade deadline, Purdue defensive tackle missing a game because of a dog-bite, the importance of hiring the right coach 22:33 – 37:00– ESPN’s Stephen Holder joins the show to talk the Colts new backup QB Brett Rypien, trades the Colts could make, Anthony Richardson’s continued bad luck and is the injury season-ending? Why Shane Steichen is the “executive producer” of this offense, how long will AD Mitchell be sidelined 37:01 – 48:33 – The Athletic’s College football writer Justin Williams joins the show to talk about Indiana being a national title contender, how realistic it is for Cignetti to leave Bloomington, Indiana’s defense shutting down Oregon, how the rest of the Hoosiers’ schedule shakes out, what Justin remembers about covering Alec Pierce at Cincinatti  Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15, 202548 min

Tuesday 10-14: More Colts and IU reaction + Zak Keefer joins!

00:00 – 11:32 – Jeff sprints into the stat of the show at just the right time, would Curt Cignetti ever leave Indiana for Penn State, Anthony Richardson placed on IR, what are their options to replace him, starting to look ahead Los Angeles Chargers, another Pacers vs Spurs preseason 11:33 - 20:11 – Morning Checkdown 20:12 – 42:42 – The Colts receivers sharing the wealth, we replay some of interview with Josh Downs from yesterday and discuss his ability to get open, how crucial red zone offense is in the NFL, the sense of urgency for the Colts to sign a quarterback 42:43 – 1:06:38 – Who are the Colts options to sign a free agent backup QB and how important is it to have one, are there players to trade for on defense, Morning Checkdown 1:06:39 – 1:16:53 –  Alex Golden of the Setting the Pace Podcast joins the show, he talks about the Pacers center struggles, the impact of TJ McConnell missing time, Jarace Walker’s preseason up to this point, what will the Pacers need to see from Benedict Mathurin, what it’s like being next to Victor Wembenyama 1:16:54 – 1:26:03 – The presentation of IU-Oregon by CBS Saturday afternoon, the college football on CBS theme song, Curt Cignetti’s approach, which position on the defense should the Colts trade for 1:26:04 – 1:50:11 – Has Anthony Richardson dressed for the Colts for the last time, then The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins the show to comment on his story about Daniel Jones and his connection to Jason Garrett, why Indiana is the right fit for him, why the Colts offense looks and feels different than last year, Kevin and Zak’s football memories from IU games as students, Cignetti’s attitude on the sidelines, Morning Checkdown 1:50:12 – 1:58:58 – Rankings review, Purdue preseason AP Poll #1, Indiana football at #3, week 7 NFL Power Rankings from The Athletic 1:58:59 – 2:06:51 – The flip-flopping of narratives around NFL teams, previewing the Los Angeles ChargersSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 20252h 6m

Best of Tuesday 10-14: More Colts & IU Reaction + Zak Keefer & Alex Golden join!

00:00 – 24:00 – Who are the Colts options to sign a free agent backup QB and how important is it to have one, are there players to trade for on defense, Morning Checkdown 24:01 – 33:54 – Alex Golden of the Setting the Pace Podcast joins the show, he talks about the Pacers center struggles, the impact of TJ McConnell missing time, Jarace Walker’s preseason up to this point, what will the Pacers need to see from Benedict Mathurin, what it’s like being next to Victor Wembenyama 33:55 – 45:33 - The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins the show to comment on his story about Daniel Jones and his connection to Jason Garrett, why Indiana is the right fit for him, why the Colts offense looks and feels different than last year, Kevin and Zak’s football memories from IU games as students, Cignetti’s attitude on the sidelinesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202545 min

Monday 10-13: IU's massive win at Oregon + Colts are 5-1!

00:00 – 12:11 – The show opens with discussing Indiana’s incredible win over Oregon on the road, Elijah Sarratt’s emergence at wideout for the Hoosiers, the odd Colts pregame warmups yesterday 12:12 – 22:02 – Morning Checkdown 22:03 - 43:49 – Injury riddled Pacers, James reintroduces his Russell Westbrook question from last week and is Indiana a better job than Penn State? Also, Brownies or cookies, Colts take advantage of Cardinals miscues, will the Colts sign a backup quarterback, James gives some background onto what happened to Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones in the fourth quarter, Alec Pierce’s connection with Jones 43:50 – 1:08:32 – More IU-Oregon reaction, the Fernando Mendoza and Elijah Sarratt chemistry, would Indiana and its fans rather have a home playoff game or the first-round bye in the college football playoff, Kwity Paye stepping up for Colts, downsides for Colts defense, Morning Checkdown 1:08:33 – 1:13:36 – Jeff reads texts from listeners on the show and their reactions from over the week 1:13:37 – 1:26:14 – Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins the show to discuss his huge plays down the stretch in the Colts win over the Cardinals, his instincts on the field, how he navigated the warmup injuries, who’s the best athlete in his family, how Tyler Warren has helped the offense and what Josh has learned from wide receiver coach Reggie Wayne 1:26:15 – 1:50:14 – Should IU get some first place AP Poll votes, Colts overcoming adversity against the Cardinals, cornerback depth, GOATs of the week, Morning Checkdown 1:50:15 – 2:00:10 – The IU Radio Network’s John Herrick joins the show. He was on the sidelines Saturday in Euguene and he talks about Elijah Sarratt’s journey, silencing the Autzen Stadium crowd and what to look forward to with the Hoosier basketball team, what lies ahead for the football team and how Fernando Mendoza responded to a pick-six 2:00:11 – 2:05:00 – Postgame HeadlinesSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 20252h 5m

Colts WR Josh Downs joins to talk win over Cardinals!

Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins the show to discuss his huge plays down the stretch in the Colts win over the Cardinals, his instincts on the field, how he navigated the warmup injuries, who’s the best athlete in his family, how Tyler Warren has helped the offense and what Josh has learned from wide receiver coach Reggie WayneSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 202512 min

Best of Monday 10-13: IU defeats Oregon and Josh Downs joins!

00:00 – 21:24 – IU-Oregon reaction, the Fernando Mendoza and Elijah Sarratt chemistry, would Indiana and its fans rather have a home playoff game or the first-round bye in the college football playoff, Kwity Paye stepping up for Colts, downsides for Colts defense, Morning Checkdown 21:25 – 34:31 – Colts wide receiver Josh Downs joins the show to discuss his huge plays down the stretch in the Colts win over the Cardinals, his instincts on the field, how he navigated the warmup injuries, who’s the best athlete in his family, how Tyler Warren has helped the offense and what Josh has learned from wide receiver coach Reggie Wayne 34:32 – 44:28 - The IU Radio Network’s John Herrick joins the show. He was on the sidelines Saturday in Euguene, and he talks about Elijah Sarratt’s journey, silencing the Autzen Stadium crowd and what to look forward to with the Hoosier basketball team, what lies ahead for the football team and how Fernando Mendoza responded to a pick-sixSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 202544 min

Best of Friday 10/10 - Operation football + IU/Colts pick and previews

00:00-9:22 - WTHR’s Dominic Miranda makes his weekly Friday morning appearance for Operation Football as it’s week 8 of high school season in Indiana. Games to watch, Heritage Christian’s matchup with Indy Lutheran, the status of Dominic’s t-shirt gun. 9:23-25:26 - Radio play-by-play voice of the Colts Matt Taylor makes his weekly Friday appearance to discuss a potential Jacoby Brissett start for the Cardinals, could Quenton Nelson score a touchdown, Taylor’s tidbits include the Colts ability to play-mistake free football and a good omen for the Colts’ start, the Cardinals’ struggles, favorite Jacoby Brissett moments 25:27- 34:16 - Marc gives an update on his plumbing situation from yesterday, picks for the IU-Oregon and Cardinals-Colts games, Marc’s upcoming sports weekend while on vacationSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 10, 202534 min

Colts sign new linebacker + IU-Oregon inches closer!

Fan Morning Show Rundown 00:00-08:56 – Marc had a plumbing nightmare last night but at least the Cubs won, Aces take a commanding 3-0 series lead in the WNBA Finals 08:57-19:42 – Morning Checkdown 19:43-42:21 – Linebacker Germaine Pratt picked up by the Colts, Nick Cross development over the course of the season, previewing the Arizona Cardinals, Eagles-Giants Thursday night football, Indiana traveling to Oregon, how much playing in a national TV game matter to the Hoosiers, Bill Belichick circus at North Carolina, scheduling issues with the Chicago Cubs games 42:22-1:07:19 – Moves the Colts could and should make, latest on Kenny Moore II availability, how much practice time does he need? Purdue travels to Minnesota this weekend, how close the Fever came to winning the championship with the Aces up 3-0, the drama of the MLB playoffs, best hotel breakfast items, morning checkdown 1:07:19-1:18:13 – Scott Agness of Field House Files joins to discuss the Indiana Pacers preseason up to this point, how to watch the team this year, the center and point guard position questions facing the team, the next steps in the Indiana Fever offseason and its dependence on the current CBA negotiations, how the Aces performance in the WNBA finals reflects on the Fever’s season. 1:18:44-1:24:32– Is it time to talk Daniel Jones contract extension, will the Cardinals have to start Jacoby Brissett Sunday afternoon in Lucas Oil Stadium 1:24:33-1:47:51 – What will determine the winner in the IU-Oregon game, a caller has a question on the NIL budgets of Oregon and Indiana and what the solutions are, how Indiana has benefited from NIL, non-conference scheduling in college football, Michael Pittman Jr. on things going right for the Colts, Morning Checkdown 1:47:52–2:02:03– Jason Hammer from the Degenerates Next-door podcast and WIBC joins, but first, comments from A.I. James Boyd. Hammer is hedging against his Cubs tonight and gives his favorite Thursday night football betting lines. He also breaks down why the Indiana-Oregon game will be a shootout, live-betting, Cardinals-Colts lines and picks, Hammer talks about his upcoming vacation. 2:02:03-2:08:55 – Revisiting Marc Dykton’s hectic morning with plumbing issues, entering a stretch of football games every single day, Kevin’s gift from Shane SteichenSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 20252h 8m

Best of Thursday 10/9 - Scott Agness, Jason Hammer and IU-Oregon!

0:00-22:38 – Linebacker Jermaine Pratt picked up by the Colts, Nick Cross development over the course of the season, previewing the Arizona Cardinals, Eagles-Giants Thursday night football, Indiana traveling to Oregon, how much playing in a national TV game matter to the Hoosiers, Bill Belichick circus at North Carolina, scheduling issues with the Chicago Cubs games. 22:39-33:31 – Scott Agness of Field House Files joins to discuss the Indiana Pacers preseason up to this point, how to watch the team this year, the center and point guard position questions facing the team, the next steps in the Indiana Fever offseason and its dependence on the current CBA negotiations, how the Aces performance in the WNBA finals reflects on the Fever’s season. 33:31 47:43 – Jason Hammer from the Degenerates Next-door podcast and WIBC joins, but first, comments from A.I. James Boyd. Hammer is hedging against his Cubs tonight and gives his favorite Thursday night football betting lines. He also breaks down why the Indiana-Oregon game will be a shootout, live-betting, Cardinals-Colts lines and picks, Hammer talks about his upcoming vacation.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 202547 min

Wednesday 10/8: Colts sign a kicker, IU/Oregon preview + Pacers preseason!

00:00 – 11:05– Pacers preseason opener ends with an OT win, takeaways from the new look roster, the Colts sign kicker Michael Badgley, the Colts brought in 11:06 – 20:28 – Morning Checkdown 20:29 – 44:19 – Is this the year for Matt Painter and Purdue?, the level of hype between IU/Oregon, Cignetti on Oregon, Dan Lanning discusses IU’s offense, Bengals trade for Joe Flacco, Colts-Cardinals notes: Kyler Murray’s injury status, Jacoby Brissett could be under center on Sunday 44:20 – 1:06:35 -ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the return of Michael Badgley,  life without Spencer Shrader, Colts through five weeks, Quenton Nelson, does strength of schedule hurt a team’s championship candidacy?, Pacers preseason thoughts: how the center position looked, Morning Checkdown 1:06:36 – 1:16:04– Colts strength of schedule, Daniel Jones and his level of confidence, the absence of Spencer Shrader, will Steichen be more aggressive with the Shrader 1:16:05 – 1:29:41 – Getting kids out the door, breakfast in the mornings, we play I GOTTA KNOW: Surprise team not named the Colts, uniform you want to bring back, move that didn’t happen that you wish you could make happen, what are we watching? 1:29:42 – 1:51:07– IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us and discusses the magnitude of IU/Oregon, Curt Cignetti’s mindset, how the team stacks up, Oregon’s side of things, Morning Checkdown 1:51:08 – 1:59:04 – Knuck If You Buck, music and fashion trends then and now, Pacers preseason thoughts, TJ McConnell’s injury, TJ Ford shorts 1:59:05 – 2:07:56 – Petey Pablo, what we’re watching tonight, Colts get back at practice later today, Kyler Murray’s status, Pacers preseasonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 20252h 7m

Best of Wednesday 10/8: Colts bring back Badgley, IU/Oregon & Pacers preseason!

00:00 – 23:54 – Is this the year for Matt Painter and Purdue?, the level of hype between IU/Oregon, Cignetti on Oregon, Dan Lanning discusses IU’s offense, Bengals trade for Joe Flacco, Colts-Cardinals notes: Kyler Murray’s injury status, Jacoby Brissett could be under center on Sunday 23:55 – 34:40 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the return of Michael Badgley,  life without Spencer Shrader, Colts through five weeks, Quenton Nelson, does strength of schedule hurt a team’s championship candidacy?, Pacers preseason thoughts: how the center position looked 34:41- 44:26 - we play I GOTTA KNOW: Surprise team not named the Colts, uniform you want to bring back, move that didn’t happen that you wish you could make happen, what are we watching? 44:27 – 53:45 - IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us and discusses the magnitude of IU/Oregon, Curt Cignetti’s mindset, how the team stacks up, Oregon’s side of thingsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 202553 min

Tuesday 10/7: Colts lose Spencer Shrader, now what? + latest on Mark Sanchez & more!

00:00 – 9:41 – Jeff immediately tries to twist the knife on Marc’s Cubs, the Colts don’t get help from the Chiefs last night as the Jaguars win on MNF 9:42 – 18:59 – Morning Checkdown 19:00 – 42:53– Ashton Dulin takes reps from AD Mitchell, will the AD punishment roll into this week’s game against the Cardinals?, we replay our interview with Ashton Dulin from yesterday, Pacers preseason opener and thing we want to see 42:54 – 1:09:27 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and is still nervous about his Brewers, what the Colts do with the loss of Spencer Shrader, kicking options for the Colts, pocket pancake, kicking options for the Colts, Morning Checkdown 1:09:28 – 1:15:53– When is the next time the Colts will be underdogs in a matchup?, how they stack up in the AFC 1:15:54 – 1:23:48 – Colts are racking up a lot of points so far, Pacers preseason tonight, what do we want to see?, the center position 1:23:49 – 1:48:40 – The Spencer Shrader injury puts the Colts in a kicking need in Week 6, Morning Checkdown 1:48:41 – 1:55:36– The latest on the Mark Sanchez situation, what James heard at the press conference yesterday, the broadcast team travel 1:55:37 – 2:05:33 – NFHS Executive Director Karissa Niehoff joins us to discuss what they do vs. the IHSAA, parents and officials, NIL in high school?, waiver wire watchSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 20252h 5m

Best of Tuesday 10/7: Colts lose Shrader for the season, latest on Mark Sanchez situation

00:00 – 13:51 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us and is still nervous about his Brewers, what the Colts do with the loss of Spencer Shrader, kicking options for the Colts, pocket pancake, kicking options for the Colts 13:52 – 20:18 – When is the next time the Colts will be underdogs in a matchup?, how they stack up in the AFC 20:19 – 35:29 - The Spencer Shrader injury puts the Colts in a kicking need in Week 6Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 202535 min

Monday 10/6: Colts blast the Raiders, Ashton Dulin joins + GOATs & more!

00:00 – 10:39 – Colts rout the Raiders to move to 4-1 and atop the AFC five weeks in, Daniel Jones’ performance and the horridness of the Raiders 10:40 – 22:31 – Morning Checkdown 22:32 – 42:03 – Ashton Dulin’s breakout as he started over AD Mitchell, Tyler Warren continues to excel in his rookie season, have the Colts found their long-term QB with Daniel Jones 42:04 – 1:08:44– Colts roll through the Raiders, containing Maxx Crosby, linebacker group still concerns James, the Colts are beating the brakes off of teams right now, Spencer Shrader’s injury doesn’t look good according to Shane Steichen, Grover Stewart’s injury, Morning Checkdown 1:08:45 – 1:20:06– GOATs of the Week 1:20:07 – 1:25:00 – Was yesterday a weird blowout?, the afterthought that has become Anthony Richardson 1:25:01 – 1:50:28 – Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin joins us to discuss stepping up when given opportunities in yesterday’s win over the Raiders, how he’s maintained a solid workmanship level, playing with Daniel Jones, signing in Indy as an undrafted free agent, his school days, the new kickoff rule, biggest thing he’s learned from Reggie Wayne, blocking wide receivers, AD Mitchell being replaced by Dulin, Morning Checkdown 1:50:29 – 1:56:53  – No undefeated teams left in the NFL through 5 weeks, POSTGAME HEADLINES, Ashton Dulin, Alec Pierce’s injury 1:56:54 – 2:07:44 – Final thoughts on Colts-Raiders, whip around look at the rest of the NFLSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 20252h 7m

Best of Monday 10/6: Colts blast the Raiders, sit atop AFC, Ashton Dulin joins!

00:00 – 10:44 – Colts rout the Raiders to move to 4-1 and atop the AFC five weeks in, Daniel Jones’ performance and the horridness of the Raiders 10:45 – 30:18 – Ashton Dulin’s breakout as he started over AD Mitchell, Tyler Warren continues to excel in his rookie season, have the Colts found their long-term QB with Daniel Jones 30:19 – 41:40 – GOATs of the Week 41:41 - 53:11 - Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin joins us to discuss stepping up when given opportunities in yesterday’s win over the Raiders, how he’s maintained a solid workmanship level, playing with Daniel Jones, signing in Indy as an undrafted free agent, his school days, the new kickoff rule, biggest thing he’s learned from Reggie Wayne, blocking wide receiversSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 202553 min

Colts WR Ashton Dulin Joins Us To Discuss the Win Over the Raiders!

Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin joins us to discuss stepping up when given opportunities in yesterday’s win over the Raiders, how he’s maintained a solid workmanship level, playing with Daniel Jones, signing in Indy as an undrafted free agent, his school days, the new kickoff rule, biggest thing he’s learned from Reggie Wayne, blocking wide receivers & more!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 202511 min

Friday 10/3: FOOTBALL FRIDAY! Colts-Raiders final preview + college and high school & more!

00:00 – 10:14 – The Cubs advance to face the Brewers in the NLDS, a camera crew is in the building with us today, Michael Pittman Jr. listed on injury report with a hamstring issue, Maxx Crosby banged up, 49ers-Rams was a fun one last night, kicking logistics 10:15 – 19:42 – Morning Checkdown 19:43 – 42:31 – WTHR’s Domnic Miranda joins us for Operation Football and he’s out at Flora, the high school slate today, recapping the Fever’s season coming to an end and the big questions looming in the off-season, Colts talk: Xavien Howard’s retirement/Kenny Moore’s injury status/AD Mitchell playing time/Michael Pittman Jr.’s hamstring issue/Maxx Crosby and Brock Bowers banged up for Raiders, can the Colts slow down Ashton Jeanty?, 49ers/Rams last night was a fun one 42:32 – 1:09:06 – Taylor Swift’s new album, ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss the Colts and how they stack up against the Raiders, his thoughts on AD Mitchell and the retirement of Xavien Howard, the high school game he has tonight and the big games around town, his wardrobe on most days, Purdue/Illinois, Morning Checkdown 1:09:07 – 1:16:11 – DeForest Buckner addresses how the team has handled AD Mitchell this week, Maxx Crosby pops up on the injury report 1:16:12 – 1:27:26 – Are the AD and Jonathan Taylor goal line gaffes apples to apples?, our most exciting game/easiest and hardest games from the NFL weekend 1:27:27 – 1:54:53 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss not being a Swifty, his favorite Shaq Leonard memory, what is Leonard up to, Taylor’s Tidbits heading into the Raiders game, Puddles the Duck at the Colts facility yesterday, Morning Checkdown 1:54:54 – 1:58:50 – Caller weighs in on the AD Mitchell debacle, should he have received the grace that Jonathan Taylore received? 1:58:51 – 2:08:16 – Caitlin Clark showers Indy with praise, Colts-Raiders final predictionsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 20252h 8m

Best of Friday 10/3: FOOTBALL FRIDAY! Colts-Raiders final preview, HS slate & more!

00:00 – 22:54 – WTHR’s Domnic Miranda joins us for Operation Football and he’s out at Flora, the high school slate today, recapping the Fever’s season coming to an end and the big questions looming in the off-season, Colts talk: Xavien Howard’s retirement/Kenny Moore’s injury status/AD Mitchell playing time/Michael Pittman Jr.’s hamstring issue/Maxx Crosby and Brock Bowers banged up for Raiders, can the Colts slow down Ashton Jeanty?, 49ers/Rams last night was a fun one 22:55 – 37:00 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us to discuss the Colts and how they stack up against the Raiders, his thoughts on AD Mitchell and the retirement of Xavien Howard, the high school game he has tonight and the big games around town, his wardrobe on most days, Purdue/Illinois 37:01 – 54:38 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss not being a Swifty, his favorite Shaq Leonard memory, what is Leonard up to, Taylor’s Tidbits heading into the Raiders game, Puddles the Duck at the Colts facility yesterdaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 202554 min

Thursday 10/2: Xavien Howard's abrupt retirement, Brian Baldinger joins + Colts-Raiders

00:00 – 14:07– Xavien Howard shockingly retires from the NFL, Shaq Leonard will retire a member of the Colts and will have a ceremony during Sunday’s halftime, Leonard’s time with the Colts, Kevin is wearing a Cubs shirt and attempting to come aboard the bandwagon after his Reds got swept by the Dodgers last night 14:08 – 23:07 – Morning Checkdown 23:08 – 43:12– Fever season ends and Pacers season is right around the corner, Fever end of season media interviews today, Colts prep for Raiders, a Purdue/Taylor Swift, college football this weekend, Rams-49ers tonight, Colts/Raiders talk, Xavien Howard explains his reasoning behind retiring yesterday 43:13 – 1:10:50 – NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger joins us to discuss the Colts and what he’s seen in them so far, his thoughts on Daniel Jones and Shane Steichen through four games, Tyler Warren, breaking down film, his thoughts on Lou Anarumo and his defensive scheme, his setup when he’s breaking down film, Jonathan Taylor, Morning Checkdown 1:10:51 – 1:21:13 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us and dropped his phone in water right before we brought him on the show, his chaotic travel schedule, the scariness of Kelsey Mitchell’s injury, phone issues and solutions, Kelsey Mitchell’s injury post 1:21:14 – 1:29:43–Netflix’s Starting 5 trailer dropped yesterday with Tyrese Haliburton, Shaq Leonard getting honored at halftime during Colts-Raiders on Sunday, Zaire Franklin tells a story about he and Leonard sharing a hotel room in their rookie seasons, memories from Leonard’s time with the Colts 1:29:44 – 1:58:00 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss his sickening Brewers fandom, where we was during the first half of Sunday before Colts-Rams, the Xavien Howard retirement, AD Mitchell’s multiple gaffes, assessing Daniel Jones, Morning Checkdown 1:58:01 – 2:07:04 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to discuss a strong TNF from last week, the return of A.I. Kevin Bowen, TNF plays for Rams-49ers, his birthday today and what he’s doing, a baseball parlay 2:07:05 – 2:11:46 – Wrapping up the show, Cubs-Padres Game 3 todaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 20252h 11m

Best of Thursday 10/2: Xavien Howard's shocking retirement, Colts-Raiders & more!

00:00 – 14:13 – Xavien Howard shockingly retires from the NFL, Shaq Leonard will retire a member of the Colts and will have a ceremony during Sunday’s halftime, Leonard’s time with the Colts, Kevin is wearing a Cubs shirt and attempting to come aboard the bandwagon after his Reds got swept by the Dodgers last night 14:14 – 26:14 – NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger joins us to discuss the Colts and what he’s seen in them so far, his thoughts on Daniel Jones and Shane Steichen through four games, Tyler Warren, breaking down film, his thoughts on Lou Anarumo and his defensive scheme, his setup when he’s breaking down film, Jonathan Taylor 26:15 – 34:49 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us and dropped his phone in water right before we brought him on the show, his chaotic travel schedule, the scariness of Kelsey Mitchell’s injury, phone issues and solutions 34:50 – 52:49 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss his sickening Brewers fandom, where we was during the first half of Sunday before Colts-Rams, the Xavien Howard retirement, AD Mitchell’s multiple gaffes, assessing Daniel Jones 52:50 – 1:01:30 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to discuss a strong TNF from last week, the return of A.I. Kevin Bowen, TNF plays for Rams-49ers, his birthday today and what he’s doing, a baseball parlaySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 20251h 1m

Wednesday 10/1: Fever season ends, Colts/Raiders preview + Horizon League Media Day!

00:00 – 18:04 – Fever come up short in overtime in Game 5 to end their season, Kelsey Mitchell’s injury, the Herculean shots the Aces made down the stretch, Napheesa Collier goes scorched earth on the WNBA and commissioner Cathy Engelbert in her exit interview, Greg Rakestraw hops on to discuss the Fever/Reds and Horizon League   18:05 – 27:40 – Morning Checkdown 27:41 – 48:48 – Horizon League Commissioner Julie Roe Lach joins us to discuss the NCAA news from yesterday with the women’s tournament expanding to Lucas Oil Stadium in a couple of years, Horizon League upcoming changes, the transfer portal and how it affects the Horizon League, keeping the tournament at 68?, what goes into the decision to add schools to conferences and leagues, the Fever loss and how they fought to the very end 48:49 – 1:16:24 – Kendrick Lamar, ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the Colts roster move yesterday but the lack of secondary help, what he thinks happens Sunday with AD Mitchell and Xavien Howard, the 10 men on the field play, Daniel Jones heading into the Raiders game, Colts pass rush, Morning Checkdown 1:16:25 – 1:27:20 – Colts get ready for Raiders, what does accountability look like for the Colts after the AD blunders and the 10 men on the field play, Lou Anarumo on why Mooney Ward shadowed Davante Adams instead of Puka Nacua 1:27:21 – 1:36:27– Spooky season has arrived, Halloween candy, caller thought AD Mitchell’s mistakes weren’t as egregious as it’s being made out to be 1:36:28 – 2:01:40– Fever fall to the Aces in Game 5, the resiliency of the Fever, Kelsey Mitchell’s injury in the third quarter and Stepanie White’s pep speech following the injury, the AD Mitchell fallout, another caller defends AD Mitchell’s actions, Morning Checkdown 2:01:41  - 2:11:58– IU-Indy basketball head coach Ben Howlett joins us and discusses life of a dad with a young child, his time at West Liberty, getting ready for the season, plans for the roster, identifying guys who fit his system and playing style, his favorite spot in Fishers 2:11:59 – 2:16:51 – Wrapping up the show, what’s in store for the Fever going for, Colts thoughts before the next practice, injury reportSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1, 20252h 16m

Best of Wednesday 10/1: LIVE at Horizon League media day + Fever season ends, Colts prep for Raiders & more!

00:00 – 18:08 – Fever come up short in overtime in Game 5 to end their season, Kelsey Mitchell’s injury, the Herculean shots the Aces made down the stretch, Napheesa Collier goes scorched earth on the WNBA and commissioner Cathy Engelbert in her exit interview, Greg Rakestraw hops on to discuss the Fever/Reds and Horizon League   18:09 – 39:19 – Horizon League Commissioner Julie Roe Lach joins us to discuss the NCAA news from yesterday with the women’s tournament expanding to Lucas Oil Stadium in a couple of years, Horizon League upcoming changes, the transfer portal and how it affects the Horizon League, keeping the tournament at 68?, what goes into the decision to add schools to conferences and leagues, the Fever loss and how they fought to the very end 39:20 – 50:33 - ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the Colts roster move yesterday but the lack of secondary help, what he thinks happens Sunday with AD Mitchell and Xavien Howard, the 10 men on the field play, Daniel Jones heading into the Raiders game, Colts pass rush 50:34 – 1:00:29 -  IU-Indy basketball head coach Ben Howlett joins us and discusses life of a dad with a young child, his time at West Liberty, getting ready for the season, plans for the roster, identifying guys who fit his system and playing style, his favorite spot in FishersSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1, 20251h 0m

Tuesday 9/30: Colts/AD/Howard thoughts, Fever Game 5 preview + Pacers media day

00:00 – 9:23 – James is back from LA, Tyreek Hill suffers horrifying injury last night, Cubs and Reds get ready for MLB Postseason, Pacers media day, Myles Turner says he wanted to go somewhere he’d be celebrated, Fever/Aces in a win or go home Game 5 9:24 – 19:23 – Morning Checkdown 19:24 – 42:50 – James gets a chance to weigh in on what he took from the Colts loss to the Rams, Shane Steichen says AD Mitchell has to “earn it” when it comes to playing in Week 5, the multiple gaffes of AD Mitchell and if he should be trusted going forward, 10 men on the field and how that fell through so many cracks, Tyrese Haliburton says he hasn’t watched anything from the playoffs since his injury, Game 5 Fever/Aces tonight 42:51 – 1:09:18 – Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show, James recaps his experience at SoFi Stadium, Daniel Jones’ performance on Sunday, the Raiders and Geno Smith, Xavien Howard’s future, MLB Playoff preview,  Morning Checkdown 1:09:19 – 1:11:39 – Shane Steichen’s honest thoughts on his football team after four games 1:11:40 – 1:25:03 – Fever play-by-play TV announcer Pat Boylan joins us to preview tonight’s win or go home Game 5 between the Fever and Aces, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston this playoff series, how this team has overcome the amount of injuries all season long and are a win away from the WNBA Finals 1:25:04 – 1:49:46– Reds bandwagon, more Colts thoughts: Xavien Howard’s future after a disastrous first four games, looking ahead to the Raiders and containing Maxx Crosby, Morning Checkdown 1:49:47 – 2:02:52 – Pacers media day: Aaron Nesmith says they are ready to prove the doubters wrong again, Pascal Siakam says the team mindset doesn’t change without Haliburton and Turner, 2:02:53 – 2:10:29 – Waiver wire watch, a rare busy Tuesday for sports, Jeff finished Ozark finallySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 20252h 11m

Best of Tuesday 9/30: Colts-Rams fallout, AD/Howard going forward + Fever Game 5!

00:00 – 23:32 – James gets a chance to weigh in on what he took from the Colts loss to the Rams, Shane Steichen says AD Mitchell has to “earn it” when it comes to playing in Week 5, the multiple gaffes of AD Mitchell and if he should be trusted going forward, 10 men on the field and how that fell through so many cracks, Tyrese Haliburton says he hasn’t watched anything from the playoffs since his injury, Game 5 Fever/Aces tonight 23:33 – 35:24 - Fever play-by-play TV announcer Pat Boylan joins us to preview tonight’s win or go home Game 5 between the Fever and Aces, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston this playoff series, how this team has overcome the amount of injuries all season long and are a win away from the WNBA Finals 35:25 – 55:05 - Reds bandwagon, more Colts thoughts: Xavien Howard’s future after a disastrous first four games, looking ahead to the Raiders and containing Maxx CrosbySupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 202555 min

Monday 9/29: Colts fall apart to Rams, AD Mitchell's gaffes, defensive lapses & more!

00:00 – 10:00 – Colts fall to Rams after multiple AD Mitchell gaffes, only 10 defenders on the Rams go-ahead TD score, AD Mitchell continues to show flashes of talent and tons of immaturity, a busy Sunday with the Fever forcing Game 5 and the Ryder Cup final 10:01 – 20:09 – Morning Checkdown 20:10 – 40:46 – James Boyd joins us from LA as he weighs in on what went wrong for the Colts, AD Mitchell’s multiple gaffes, Xavien Howard’s poor play and his future with the team, positives from the game, Daniel Jones’ inconsistent day, Puka Nacua owns the Colts 40:47 – 1:06:46 – We would have taken Colts 3-1 start ahead of the season, we take callers as listeners weigh in on the big issues from yesterday, Morning Checkdown 1:06:47 – 1:16:00 – Fever force Game 5, GOATs of the Week 1:16:01 – 1:22:24– We take more callers following the Colts loss 1:22:25 – 1:48:00 – Colts lose to the Rams, Kevin’s big picture/little picture thoughts, AD Mithcell and Shane Steichen post-game comments on his fumble before touchdown, the AD Mitchell Catch Counter, more callers, 10 men on the field on the Tutu Atwell go-ahead touchdown, Daniel Jones’ mixed bag yesterday, Bernhard Raimann’s bad game, Morning Checkdown 1:48:01 – 1:56:42 – POST-GAME HEADLINES 1:56:43 -  2:01:32 – Final thoughts on the Colts loss, Raiders are bad, MNF doubleheaderSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20252h 1m

Best of Monday 9/29: Colts fall to Rams as AD Mitchell has multiple gaffes & defense falters

00:00 – 12:20 – Colts fall to Rams after multiple AD Mitchell gaffes, only 10 defenders on the Rams go-ahead TD score, AD Mitchell continues to show flashes of talent and tons of immaturity, a busy Sunday with the Fever forcing Game 5 and the Ryder Cup final 12:21 – 32:55 – James Boyd joins us from LA as he weighs in on what went wrong for the Colts, AD Mitchell’s multiple gaffes, Xavien Howard’s poor play and his future with the team, positives from the game, Daniel Jones’ inconsistent day, Puka Nacua owns the Colts 32:56 – 42:15 -  GOATs of the WeekSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202542 min

Friday 9/26: FOOTBALL AND FEVER FRIDAY! Kelly Krauskopf/Matt Taylor/Dominic Miranda/Greg Rakestraw all join!

00:00 – 11:03– James rocks the candy stripe pants on the final day of his Hoosiers bet, what is the greatest stretch on the sports calendar?, Colts injury report heading into the Rams game, 11:04 – 19:31 – Morning Checkdown 19:32 – 42:23 – WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us for Operation Football out at Cascade High School, Brownsburg destroys Fishers last week and now gets ready to take on Westfield, Tri West’s Jack Sorgi, Fever/Aces in a critical Game 3 tonight, keys to a Colts victory against the Rams, Mike Hilton’s role, Mike Tomlin takes a shot at AR 42:24 – 1:05:55 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses his Friday tennis routine, tennis vs. pickleball, is IU better than last year, the high school slate to pay attention to tonight, who may be Mr. Football front-runners?, Colts-Rams notes, Morning Checkdown 1:05:56 – 1:15:35 – Our most exciting/easiest/hardest games of the weekend 1:15:36 – 1:24:59 – Fan runs into Cam Bynum, Colts-Rams thoughts, AD Mitchell breakout? 1:25:00 – 1:48:00 – Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss a highly intriguing match-up against the Rams in LA, the most astonishing numbers he’s seen through the first three weeks of the season, Taylor’s Tidbits with a fresh intro, a long time since the Colts have played in LA and won in LA, Morning Checkdown 1:48:01 – 2:00:25 – Indiana Fever President Kelly Krauskopf joins us ahead of tonight’s critical Game 3 against the Aces, Kelsey Mitchell’s play,  the amount of mixing and matching the roster has had through injuries this season, Caitlin Clark update, high ratings and fan base despite Clark injury, Game 3 tonight 2:00:26 – 2:07:24 – Colts-Rams preview, text line thoughts, caller asks about the game, our Colts-Rams predictionsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 20252h 7m

Best of Friday 9/26: FOOTBALL AND FEVER FRIDAY!

00:00 – 22:58 - WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us for Operation Football out at Cascade High School, Brownsburg destroys Fishers last week and now gets ready to take on Westfield, Tri West’s Jack Sorgi, Fever/Aces in a critical Game 3 tonight, keys to a Colts victory against the Rams, Mike Hilton’s role, Mike Tomlin takes a shot at AR 22:59 – 33:32– ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses his Friday tennis routine, tennis vs. pickleball, is IU better than last year, the high school slate to pay attention to tonight, who may be Mr. Football front-runners?, Colts-Rams notes 33:33 – 43:12 -  - Our most exciting/easiest/hardest games of the weekend 43:13 – 56:34 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us to discuss a highly intriguing match-up against the Rams in LA, the most astonishing numbers he’s seen through the first three weeks of the season, Taylor’s Tidbits with a fresh intro, a long time since the Colts have played in LA and won in LA 56:35 – 1:06:23 - Indiana Fever President Kelly Krauskopf joins us ahead of tonight’s critical Game 3 against the Aces, Kelsey Mitchell’s play,  the amount of mixing and matching the roster has had through injuries this season, Caitlin Clark update, high ratings and fan base despite Clark injury, Game 3 tonightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 20251h 6m

Thursday 9/25: Remembering Nancy Leonard, Colts/Rams, IU ceiling & more!

00:00 – 11:47 – Remembering Nancy Leonard and how vital she was to all things Indiana sports, 11:48 – 22:50– Morning Checkdown 22:51 – 43:11 – Nancy Leonard’s impact on the Pacers and the city, Jonathan Taylor’s unreal start to the season, Kenny Moore’s injury described as an Achilles injury, concerns for the secondary against the Rams?, Daniel Jones, Giants fans confused on Daniel Jones’ success, throw more vs. run? 43:12 – 1:10:05 – Longtime Pacers Postgame host Eddie White joins us to remember the life of Nancy Leonard, her interaction with Jesse Owens, the true impact of the telethon that saved not only the team but the city, her impact on the ABA, this Pacers team embracing the history and impact of the Leonards, Morning Checkdown 1:10:06 – 1:19:08 – Kyle Schwarber’s fantastic season, Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the passing of Nancy Leonard, Pacers players giving her proper due during the Finals run last season, Fever prep for Game 3, Pacers moves and former Pacers finding new homes 1:19:09 – 1:26:10 – Jeff goes down a sports trading card rabbit hole when it comes to Daniel Jones’ value 1:26:11 – 1:51:06 – Colts thoughts heading into the game against the Rams, ESPN College Football Reporter Dan Wetzel joins us to discuss IU’s hot start to the season, breaking the will of Illinois, Cignetti Swagger, any changes coming to the CFB Playoff, his book for kids featuring Caitlin Clark, Curt Cignetti’s observations when he first got on the job, Morning Checkdown 1:51:07 – 2:02:09 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and immediately goes after Kevin for hating on his TNF bet hit rate, he gives us some plays for TNF between the Seahawks and Cardinals tonight, Colts play, CFB slate with Alabama/Georgia, IU and Notre Dame 2:02:10 – 2:08:54– Ryder Cup preview/thoughts, more likely Indiana plays for a national championship or Colts play for a Super Bowl?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 20252h 8m

Best of Thursday 9/25: Remembering Nancy Leonard, Colts-Rams preview, IU ceiling & more!

00:00 – 11:54 – Nancy Leonard’s impact on the Pacers and the city, Jonathan Taylor’s unreal start to the season, Kenny Moore’s injury described as an Achilles injury, concerns for the secondary against the Rams?, Daniel Jones, Giants fans confused on Daniel Jones’ success, throw more vs. run? 11:55 – 25:02 – Longtime Pacers Postgame host Eddie White joins us to remember the life of Nancy Leonard, her interaction with Jesse Owens, the true impact of the telethon that saved not only the team but the city, her impact on the ABA, this Pacers team embracing the history and impact of the Leonards 25:03 – 33:33 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss the passing of Nancy Leonard, Pacers players giving her proper due during the Finals run last season, Fever prep for Game 3, Pacers moves and former Pacers finding new homes 33:34 – 44:27– ESPN College Football Reporter Dan Wetzel joins us to discuss IU’s hot start to the season, breaking the will of Illinois, Cignetti Swagger, any changes coming to the CFB Playoff, his book for kids featuring Caitlin Clark, Curt Cignetti’s observations when he first got on the job 44:28 – 54:37 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us and immediately goes after Kevin for hating on his TNF bet hit rate, he gives us some plays for TNF between the Seahawks and Cardinals tonight, Colts play, CFB slate with Alabama/Georgia, IU and Notre DameSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 202554 min

The Nancy Leonard Tribute Montage

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Sep 25, 20253 min

Wednesday 9/23: Colts/Rams preview, high praise for Daniel Jones + IU riding high & more!

00:00 – 9:53 – Fever get smacked by the Aces in Game 2 with the series evened up, Colts get ready for the Rams, Reds lose and Cubs lose to hurt Cincinnati’s chances 9:54 – 20:18 – Morning Checkdown 20:19 – 41:25 – We replay part of our interview with Jonthan Taylor from Monday, Colts thoughts, Fever fall to the Aces, the amount of physicality last night 41:26 – 1:07:48 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses how much belief there should be in the Colts 3-0 start, Daniel Jones’ incredible stats, Jonathan Taylor, Tyler Warren’s rookie season, the Kenny Moore and Alec Pierce injuries, addition of Mike Hilton, defensive line concerns, the best individual performances you’ve seen from Colts or opponents, Morning Checkdown 1:07:49 – 1:15:42 – High school football rankings, Matthew Stafford offers high praise for Daniel Jones 1:15:43 – 1:25:57 – Kevin is already looking at Joe Lunardi bracketology articles, IU on the outside looking in again, Daniel Jones contract extension mid-season?, Jaxon Dart takes over for Russell Wilson 1:25:58 – 1:53:01 – The impact of Curt Cignetti on IU, IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us to discuss how they’ve played the first four games, the ceiling for this team, Cignetti’s comments postgame, other schools calling Cignetti at the end of the year?, Morning Checkdown 1:53:02 – 2:00:57 – How legit are the Colts and IU and if you still have your doubts are you a hater?, Brian Callahan gives up play-calling, NFC West standings 2:00:58 – 2:09:23 – Mike Gundy out at Oklahoma State, Nancy Leonard passes away at the age of 93Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 20252h 9m

Best of Wednesday 9/24: High praise for Daniel Jones, IU riding high & more!

00:00 – 19:56 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses how much belief there should be in the Colts 3-0 start, Daniel Jones’ incredible stats, Jonathan Taylor, Tyler Warren’s rookie season, the Kenny Moore and Alec Pierce injuries, addition of Mike Hilton, defensive line concerns 19:57 – 27:51 – High school football rankings, Matthew Stafford offers high praise for Daniel Jones 27:52 – 43:04 - IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us to discuss how they’ve played the first four games, the ceiling for this team, Cignetti’s comments postgame, other schools calling Cignetti at the end of the year?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 202543 min

Tuesday 9/23: Colts prep for Rams, Feve/Aces Game 2 preview & waiver wire watch!

00:00 – 9:56 – Lions beat the Ravens on Monday Night Football, Daniel Jones on the Manningcast last night, Fever try to steal another one on the road tonight when they take on the Aces in Game 2, 9:57 – 18:27 – Morning Checkdown 18:28 – 38:54 – Injury concerns for the Colts heading into their game against the Rams, Alec Pierce dealing with a concussion and Kenny Moore expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks and the Colts sign Mike Hilton to their practice squad, how has the pass rush held up through the first three weeks, Saquon Barkley praises Daniel Jones 38:55 – 1:05:16– IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the “jug of beer” that James said he drank while they watched the Indiana-Illinois game, why has Daniel Jones been so successful so far, who would be the bigger loss on Sunday: Alec Pierce or Kenny Moore?, where does Jonathan Taylor rank in running backs?, is Carlie Irsay-Gordon evaluating Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen with previous history or with a clean slate?, Morning Checkdown 1:05:17 – 1:13:56– James eats crow with Illinois getting destroyed by Indiana and reads his apology on-air again 1:13:57 – 1:24:49 – We take callers: should the Colts use AR in “Taysom Hill”-type packages?, a NWI caller tells us how much she appreciates the show, Jeff brags about an $8 bet 1:24:50 – 1:47:59 – Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us to discuss the Fever heading into tonight’s Game 2 against the Aces, his Hoosiers beating the brakes off of James’ Illini, Kelsey Mitchell’s high-level of play, Odyssey Sims and her contributions, Obi Topping and some Pacers talk as the season is right around the corner, Morning Checkdown 1:48:00 – 1:55:38 – Waiver Wire Watch: Running back injuries and who to go after, AD Mitchell volume increase?, defense streaming, wide receivers who could be around 1:55:39 – 2:04:57 – What is Anthony Richardson’s role (if any) with the Colts at this point?, Good Jimmy call and discusses concern over this Rams matchup and a wedding question   Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 20252h 4m

Best of Tuesday 9/23: Colts/Rams, high praise for Daniel Jones, Fever/Aces & more!

00:00 – 20:33 – Injury concerns for the Colts heading into their game against the Rams, Alec Pierce dealing with a concussion and Kenny Moore expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks and the Colts sign Mike Hilton to their practice squad, how has the pass rush held up through the first three weeks, Saquon Barkley praises Daniel Jones 20:34 – 33:20 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the “jug of beer” that James said he drank while they watched the Indiana-Illinois game, why has Daniel Jones been so successful so far, who would be the bigger loss on Sunday: Alec Pierce or Kenny Moore?, where does Jonathan Taylor rank in running backs?, is Carlie Irsay-Gordon evaluating Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen with previous history or with a clean slate?, 33:21 – 42:01 – James eats crow with Illinois getting destroyed by Indiana and reads his apology on-air again 42:02 – 56:11 - Tony East of Locked on Pacers joins us to discuss the Fever heading into tonight’s Game 2 against the Aces, his Hoosiers beating the brakes off of James’ Illini, Kelsey Mitchell’s high-level of play, Odyssey Sims and her contributions, Obi Topping and some Pacers talk as the season is right around the cornerSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202556 min

Best of Monday 9/22: COLTS ARE 3-0, Jonathan Taylor joins + IU rolls, Fever win & GOATs!

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Sep 22, 202543 min

Monday 9/22: Colts roll to 3-0, Jonathan Taylor joins us + IU dominates & Fever take Game 1!

00:00 – 10:43 – IU rolls/Fever win/Colts start 3-0 in an epic weekend, James pays off his IU bet and is rocking Hoosiers garb, Fever take down the Aces in Game 1, Colts dominate the Titans 10:44 – 21:38 – Morning Checkdown 21:39 – 42:24 – ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg joins us to discuss IU’s dominant win over Illinois, what he thought of the game, his interaction with Curt Cignetti post-game, the ceiling for this IU team, was Illinois really that bad or Indiana that good?, Colts-Titans: Daniel Jones continues to impress as Jonathan Taylor rattles off three touchdowns 42:25 – 1:06:22 – James issues an official apology to the Indiana Hoosiers and their fans, Fernando Mendoza balled out, North Carolina is on the struggle bus, Colts off to a 3-0 start and Daniel Jones looked good, the Titans look like a mess, Morning Checkdown 1:06:23 – 1:20:35 – Colts running back Jonathan Taylor joins us and discusses yesterday’s win over the Titans, that 46-yard run and where it ranks in his all-time favorite runs, his spin move, Daniel Jones and his work ethic, why is this year so different from years past, what does he do with all the game balls he has, his offensive line, Quenton Nelson 1:20:36 – 1:26:36– Are the Reds still alive?, James’ well-being check on Saturday 1:26:37 – 1:48:20 – Kings of the Weekend, the Colts have been awesome, Post-game headlines, Morning Checkdown 1:48:21 – 2:00:21– James relives his IU-Illinois experience, GOATs of the Week 2:00:22 – 2:04:36 – Wrapping the show: James is still agonizing over his sorry Illini, positive vibes everywhere elseSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 20252h 4m

Colts Running Back Jonathan Taylor Joins Us!

Colts running back Jonathan Taylor joins us and discusses yesterday’s win over the Titans, that 46-yard run and where it ranks in his all-time favorite runs, his spin move, Daniel Jones and his work ethic, why is this year so different from years past, what does he do with all the game balls he has, his offensive line, Quenton NelsonSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202511 min

Friday 9/19: Fever stun the Dream to advance + Colts/Titans, IU/Illinois & more!

00:00 – 11:40 – The Fever win a thriller in Game 3 and shock the Atlanta Dream to advance, a Pacers vibe to this Fever team?, Illinois-Indiana, Purdue-Notre Dame 11:41 – 20:55 – Morning Checkdown 20:56 – 42:07– WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us for Operation Football from Mooresville High School, Brownsburg/Fishers tonight, Kevin and Dominic grieve over their Irish, a busy night in high school sports, Fever’s big win, Colts-Titans prediction, Fever players praise Stephanie White after their Game 3 win 42:08 – 1:11:07 – Depeche Mode, ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and is calling Ben Davis/Warren Central tonight, Illinois/Indiana this weekend, Colts go for 3-0 against the Titans this weekend, shot clock coming to high school basketball?, can Colts avoid a trap game, Fever knock off Dream, Jeff asks Greg about the Reds chances, Morning Checkdown 1:11:08 – 1:17:10 – Colts-Titans discussion: Lou Anarumo’s defense vs. Cam Ward, Tony Pollard, why Shane Steichen has gotten the most out of the Daniel Jones 1:17:11 – 1:26:45– A big weekend of football and pro wrestling, Kevin’s trip to the children’s museum, Zaire Franklin weighs in on Cam Wards’ across the body touchdown throw last week, we give our Colts-Titans predictions 1:26:47 – 1:53:50 – Lit, Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and discusses Lit and high school dating life, his commercial with him and Rick Venturi, his end of game call for last week’s game-winning field goal, Taylor’s Tidbits: Colts pass rush vs. Cam Ward, his commercial with Rick Venturi, Kevin’s birthday present makes him a true old man, Morning Checkdown 1:53:51 -2:03:32 – Our most entertaining/easiest and hardest games of the NFL weekend, 2:03:33 – 2:09:14 – Illinois/Indiana and fandom, wrapping the show ahead of a busy sports weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 20252h 9m

Best of Friday 9/19: Fever advance + a BUSY football weekend!

00:00 – 11:45 - The Fever win a thriller in Game 3 and shock the Atlanta Dream to advance, a Pacers vibe to this Fever team?, Illinois-Indiana, Purdue-Notre Dame  11:46 – 32:56 – WTHR’s Dominic Miranda joins us for Operation Football from Mooresville High School, Brownsburg/Fishers tonight, Kevin and Dominic grieve over their Irish, a busy night in high school sports, Fever’s big win, Colts-Titans prediction, Fever players praise Stephanie White after their Game 3 win 32:57 – 48:15 – Depeche Mode, ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and is calling Ben Davis/Warren Central tonight, Illinois/Indiana this weekend, Colts go for 3-0 against the Titans this weekend, shot clock coming to high school basketball?, can Colts avoid a trap game, Fever knock off Dream, Jeff asks Greg about the Reds chances 48:16 – 1:03:10 - Colts radio announcer Matt Taylor joins us and discusses Lit and high school dating life, his commercial with him and Rick Venturi, his end of game call for last week’s game-winning field goal, Taylor’s Tidbits: Colts pass rush vs. Cam Ward, his commercial with Rick VenturiSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 20251h 3m

Thursday 9/18: Colts near Titans but Tyler Warren is banged up + Fever do or die, I GOTTA KNOW & more!

00:00 – 10:18 – It’s Kevin’s birthday today, Tyler Warren and Josh Downs both sit out of Colts practice yesterday 10:19 – 19:09 – Morning Checkdown 19:10 – 42:45 – Colts haven’t punted at all yet this season, Jonathan Taylor named AFC Offensive Player of the Week, Cam Bynum’s impact, Kevin’s wife and kids call him on his birthday, how much should Colts fans care about national media attention 42:46 – 1:05:06 – Will Levis and the mayo plop, Tyler Warren misses Wednesday’s practice, we play I GOTTA KNOW: Biggest strength and weakness of the Colts, concerns for Titans, most famous bathroom encounter, what are we watching?, Morning Checkdown 1:05:07 – 1:18:00 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us ahead of tonight’s Game 3 between the Fever and Dream, Game 1 atmosphere in Atlanta, keys to victory tonight, the chest bump from Game 2, Pacers players get together for a pre-preseason camp 1:18:01 – 1:24:54 – Safe guards being set for college football transfers?, 1:24:55 – 1:49:37 – Matt Weaver of Peegs.com joins us to discuss Indiana taking on Illinois this weekend and the biggest focus heading into Saturday night, strengths of the team, Jeff’s Reds fandom gets called out, Jonathan Taylor needs some running relief, Kevin’s fettuccini alfredo love, Morning Checkdown 1:49:38 – 1:59:19 – WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to give us some plays for TNF, the rest of Week 3 and some college football plays, he discusses why the Reds WILL NOT make the playoffs, how does he play the giant spread tonight, Colts/Titans plays, Illinois/Indiana this weekend 1:59:20 – 2:06:52 – The Daniel Jones over in passing yards seems like a lock this Sunday, Fever/Dream in do or die Game 3 tonightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 20252h 6m

Best of Thursday 9/18: Tyler Warren concerns? + Fever face a do or die tonight & more!

00:00 – 23:22 – Colts haven’t punted at all yet this season, Jonathan Taylor named AFC Offensive Player of the Week, Cam Bynum’s impact, Kevin’s wife and kids call him on his birthday, how much should Colts fans care about national media attention 23:23 – 36:04 – We play I GOTTA KNOW: Biggest strength and weakness of the Colts, concerns for Titans, most famous bathroom encounter, what are we watching?, 36:05 – 46:39 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us ahead of tonight’s Game 3 between the Fever and Dream, Game 1 atmosphere in Atlanta, keys to victory tonight, the chest bump from Game 2, Pacers players get together for a pre-preseason camp 46:40 – 1:04:47 - WIBC’s Jason Hammer joins us to give us some plays for TNF, the rest of Week 3 and some college football plays, he discusses why the Reds WILL NOT make the playoffs, how does he play the giant spread tonight, Colts/Titans plays, Illinois/Indiana this weekendSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 20251h 4m

Butler Basketball Head Coach Thad Matta joins The Fan Morning Show After Announcing New Radio Partnership

Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins the show to discuss the upcoming season, Michael Ajayi, Big East mentality, Azavier Robinson, the Butler Way, the broadcast team.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 20259 min

Wednesday 9/17: Colts prep for Titans, Fever keep their season alive & more!

00:00 – 11:34– Jeff is late and Kevin barely made it in, the Fever dominate Game 2 and even up their series with the Dream, Colts prep for Titans, Aaron Jones put on IR for Vikings, huge game in Bloomington this weekend 11:35 – 21:21 – Morning Checkdown 21:22 – 42:17 – Remember The Titans, RIP Robert Redford, Colts get ready for Titans, how the Colts secondary has held up, Tyler Warren through two games, Fever win Game 2 against the Atlanta Dream 42:18 – 1:07:27 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to discuss how real this 2-0 start really is, why he thinks it might be sustainable, Daniel Jones starting to peel back the curtain a little bit with his strong play, bigger loss for the Colts: Latu or Ward, Fever thoughts, would the Colts consider a contract extension with Daniel Jones in-season?, Morning Checkdown 1:07:28 – 1:18:39 – Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins the show to discuss the upcoming season, Michael Ajayi, Big East mentality, Azavier Robinson, the Butler Way, the broadcast team 1:18:40 – 1:24:14 – Jeff thought Kevin was dying in the break, Ross Tucker was an early Daniel Jones believer, Fever keep their season alive, Kevin mourns Notre Dame football 1:24:15 – 1:24:14 – NFL analyst Ross Tucker joins us to discuss the Colts hot start to the season, his early belief in Daniel Jones, Jones using his legs, Jonathan Taylor’s start to the season, his thoughts on Cam Ward, his involvement in Future Fans, Morning Checkdown 1:24:15 – 1:59:05 – What’s the biggest off-season addition for Chris Ballard?, biggest surprise: Colts at 2-0 or Texans 0-2? 1:59:06 – 2:06:36 – Kevin tests Jeff and James on their Colts QB memories, Andrew Luck tries to name all 10 QB’s that have started games since he left the ColtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 20252h 6m

Best of Wednesday 9/17: Colts prep for Titans, Fever extend season + Thad Matta & more!

00:00 – 20:59 – Remember The Titans, RIP Robert Redford, Colts get ready for Titans, how the Colts secondary has held up, Tyler Warren through two games, Fever win Game 2 against the Atlanta Dream 21:00 – 34:00 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to discuss how real this 2-0 start really is, why he thinks it might be sustainable, Daniel Jones starting to peel back the curtain a little bit with his strong play, bigger loss for the Colts: Latu or Ward, Fever thoughts, would the Colts consider a contract extension with Daniel Jones in-season? 34:01 – 43:33 - Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta joins the show to discuss the upcoming season, Michael Ajayi, Big East mentality, Azavier Robinson, the Butler Way, the broadcast team 43:34 – 58:30 - NFL analyst Ross Tucker joins us to discuss the Colts hot start to the season, his early belief in Daniel Jones, Jones using his legs, Jonathan Taylor’s start to the season, his thoughts on Cam Ward, his involvement in Future FansSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 202558 min

Tuesday 9/16: Fever face a must-win, Steichen owns up + a Mike Wells reunion?

00:00 – 9:19 – A double-dip of Monday Night Football, Kevin’s wife is smitten over Baker Mayfield, the co-eds say goodbye 9:20 – 19:38 – Morning Checkdown 19:39 – 43:03 – Kevin’s enjoyment for Mariah Carey, Shane Steichen and Sean Payton both express regret for how they handled their end of game situations, surprising guys lead the NFL in passing yards, should Latu play on Sunday, mascot football, Chris Fowler’s voice was on the struggle bus yesterday, do the Colts need to start spelling some rest for Jonathan Taylor? 43:04 – 1:08:45 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the Colts 2-0 start, Daniel Jones’ Madden rating, dial back the workload for Jonathan Taylor?, contract discussions for Daniel Jones?, the Cam Bynum celebration, do you want someone to vent after a tough loss for their team, will Colts entertain a Daniel Jones extension if he stays this hot?, Mike Wells catches strays, Morning Checkdown 1:08:46 – 1:18:04 – Mike Wells chimes in after old audio gets played, Daniel Jones shows he is human after all 1:18:05 – 1:25:29 – Mike Wells joins us to defend himself after old audio, Carson Wentz, Brownsburg/Avon 1:25:30 – 1:50:38– Fever radio analyst Bria Goss joins us to discuss the Fever facing a must-win Game 2 tonight against the Dream, the team’s perseverance all season long, her keys to a win tonight, her Giants fandom and watching Daniel Jones’ success with the Colts, Xavien Howard’s struggles, Steichen owns up and elaborates on his final drive decision making, Morning Checkdown 1:50:39 – 2:00:22– Caller asks if Chris Ballard has redeemed himself 2:00:23 – 2:06:56 – Fantasy football waiver wire thoughts, IndyCar 2026 schedule announcedSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 20252h 6m

Best of Tuesday 9/16: Steichen owns up to his mistakes + Fever face a must-win!

00:00 – 23:27 – Kevin’s enjoyment for Mariah Carey, Shane Steichen and Sean Payton both express regret for how they handled their end of game situations, surprising guys lead the NFL in passing yards, should Latu play on Sunday, mascot football, Chris Fowler’s voice was on the struggle bus yesterday, do the Colts need to start spelling some rest for Jonathan Taylor? 23:28 – 37:01 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss the Colts 2-0 start, Daniel Jones’ Madden rating, dial back the workload for Jonathan Taylor?, contract discussions for Daniel Jones?, the Cam Bynum celebration, do you want someone to vent after a tough loss for their team 37:02 – 44:10 – Mike Wells joins us to defend himself after old audio, Carson Wentz, Brownsburg/Avon 44:11 – 53:30 - Fever radio analyst Bria Goss joins us to discuss the Fever facing a must-win Game 2 tonight against the Dream, the team’s perseverance all season long, her keys to a win tonight, her Giants fandom and watching Daniel Jones’ success with the ColtsSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202553 min

Monday 9/15: COLTS WIN THRILLER, MOVE TO 2-0 + Spencer Shrader & Kevin Harlan join!

00:00 – 11:10 – Colts kick their way to 2-0 on a field goal by Spencer Shrader, a penalty changes the result of the game, Shane Steichen’s play-calling stretch 11:11 – 22:45 – Morning Checkdown 22:46 – 41:19– Gift giving, Colts offense is moving but still struggling to score touchdowns, why did Shane Steichen get so conservative on that final drive, Steichen’s attempt at an explanation post-game, is Carlie Irsay-Gordon seeing any concerns 41:20 – 1:08:16 – Colts kicker Spencer Shrader joins us to discuss his game-winning field goal, his last game-winning kick, the locker room atmosphere after the game, confidence from distance, growing up in Westfield, more talk about the game, the AD Mitchell catch counter, Morning Checkdown 1:08:17 – 1:18:56– Joe Burrow out for a minimum of three months, we give our GOATs of the Week 1:18:57 – 1:24:00 – More Colts discussion as we feel great off a 2-0 start and now the Titans bring the first division game on Sunday 1:24:01 – 1:49:59 – Feeling good about a win but wondering why Shane Steichen got so conservative on the final drive, Steichen’s non-answers on his conservative play-calling on the final drive, does Steichen thank the team for bailing him out behind closed doors?, Daniel Jones stepping up in these first two games, Morning Checkdown 1:50:00 – 1:56:50 - CBS Sports’ announcer Kevin Harlan joins us to discuss what he saw in the Colts’ last second victory, the leveraging penalty on the Broncos, Tyler Warren’s impact two games in, Daniel Jones and the Colts decision to roll with him ahead of the season, where the Colts find themselves in the AFC, his broadcasting career, his times in Indy in his career 1:56:01 – 2:01:23 – POST-GAME HEADLINES, wrapping the showSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20252h 1m

Best of Monday 9/15: Colts move to 2-0 in a thriller + Spencer Shrader & Kevin Harlan join + GOATs!

00:00 – 11:10 – Colts kick their way to 2-0 on a field goal by Spencer Shrader, a penalty changes the result of the game, Shane Steichen’s play-calling stretch 11:11 – 29:43 – Gift giving, Colts offense is moving but still struggling to score touchdowns, why did Shane Steichen get so conservative on that final drive, Steichen’s attempt at an explanation post-game, is Carlie Irsay-Gordon seeing any concerns 29:44 – 39:02 – Colts kicker Spencer Shrader joins us to discuss his game-winning field goal, his last game-winning kick, the locker room atmosphere after the game, confidence from distance, growing up in Westfield 39:03 – 45:54- CBS Sports’ announcer Kevin Harlan joins us to discuss what he saw in the Colts’ last second victory, the leveraging penalty on the Broncos, Tyler Warren’s impact two games in, Daniel Jones and the Colts decision to roll with him ahead of the season, where the Colts find themselves in the AFC, his broadcasting career, his times in Indy in his career 45:55 – 54:39 – GOATs of the WeekSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202554 min

CBS' Kevin Harlan Joins To Recap Colts Thriller

CBS Sports’ announcer Kevin Harlan joins us to discuss what he saw in the Colts’ last second victory, the leveraging penalty on the Broncos, Tyler Warren’s impact two games in, Daniel Jones and the Colts decision to roll with him ahead of the season, where the Colts find themselves in the AFC, his broadcasting career, his times in Indy in his careerSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202510 min