The Ride with JMV

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Full Show: Greg Rakestraw Fills In, Fever Draft Clark + More! Apr 16, 2024

Show notes

00:00 – 25:19 – JMV is out today, and Greg Rakestraw fills in! Greg begins the show by talking to Colts defensive lineman Dayo Odeyingbo! Dayo and Greg discuss the Colts offseason training program, which began recently. Dayo talks about the upcoming draft, as well as his expiring rookie contract. Greg and Dayo also discuss the Indiana Fever drafting Caitlin Clark first-overall. After the conversation with Dayo wraps up, Greg continues to discuss the Indiana Fever, and the effect Caitlin Clark will have on the team and women’s basketball overall.

25:20 – 42:13 – Pat Boylan, voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and Greg talk about the incredible turnout at Gainbridge for the Fever’s draft party. They discuss the excitement in the city about Caitlin Clark’s arrival, and what that could mean for fan support during the season. They then move onto the Pacers, who are set to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs!

42:14 – 46:07 – Greg wraps up the 1st hour of the show!

46:08 – 1:10:25 – Hoosier filmmaker Ted Green joins the show to talk about the passing of Carl Erskine, the former Dodgers pitcher and the last of the “Boys of Summer”. Ted and Greg discuss Carl’s legacy, both in sports and in his activist efforts. They talk about the impact Carl had on the treatment of those with special needs here in Indiana, racial equality, and more. They also talk about his relationship with Jackie Robinson.

1:10:26 – 1:25:06 – Greg keeps the show rolling by talking about the Indiana Hoosiers landing several big transfers, as their offseason rolls on. He then keeps talking about the Caitlin Clark effect on the WNBA and the city of Indianapolis.

1:25:07 – 1:31:40 – Evan from Clustertruck stops by, and he and Greg dive into all of the tasty offerings they have available!

1:31:41 – 1:56:06 – The third and final hour of the show begins with Greg taking a phone call from a listener, who wants to talk about if Indianapolis is entering another golden age of sports with Anthony Richadson, Tyrese Haliburton, and Caitlin Clark all in town. Another caller wants to pick Greg’s brain about the NFL Draft, and what the Colts will do.

1:56:07 – 2:13:16 – Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs.com joins the show to discuss all of the IU news, including that Oumar Ballo, the top player in the transfer portal, is coming to Bloomington! Greg and Jeff talk about the impact Ballo will have on the Hoosiers next season. They also discuss other players that are set to visit IU soon.

2:13:17 – 2:16:28 – Greg wraps up another edition of the show!

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Best Of JMV 4-16-24 (Greg Rakestraw Fills In) Apr 16, 2024

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0000 - 7:22 - Greg begins the show by talking to Colts defensive lineman Dayo Odeyingbo! Dayo and Greg discuss the Colts offseason training program, which began recently. Dayo talks about the upcoming draft, as well as his expiring rookie contract. Greg and Dayo also discuss the Indiana Fever drafting Caitlin Clark first-overall.

7:23 - 23:19 - Pat Boylan, voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network, joins the show! Pat and Greg talk about the incredible turnout at Gainbridge for the Fever’s draft party. They discuss the excitement in the city about Caitlin Clark’s arrival, and what that could mean for fan support during the season. They then move onto the Pacers, who are set to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs!

23:20 - 45:42 - Hoosier filmmaker Ted Green joins the show to talk about the passing of Carl Erskine, the former Dodgers pitcher and the last of the “Boys of Summer”. Ted and Greg discuss Carl’s legacy, both in sports and in his activist efforts. They talk about the impact Carl had on the treatment of those with special needs here in Indiana, racial equality, and more. They also talk about his relationship with Jackie Robinson.

45:43 - 1:02:28 - Jeff Rabjohns of Peegs.com joins the show to discuss all of the IU news, including that Oumar Ballo, the top player in the transfer portal, is coming to Bloomington! Greg and Jeff talk about the impact Ballo will have on the Hoosiers next season. They also discuss other players that are set to visit IU soon.

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Full Show: Pacers Make Playoffs, Fever Draft Tonight, Tony East and Stephen Holder Join! Apr 15, 2024

Show notes

00:00 – 29:10 – JMV begins the show by talking about the Fever, who will be picking 1st-overall in the WNBA Draft tonight, as well as the Pacers, who made the playoffs yesterday with a win over the Atlanta Hawks. He talks about the Pacers upcoming playoff series against the Bucks, who they beat 4 out of 5 times this season, and if Indiana will continue their hot streak over Milwaukee.

29:11 – 40:11 – JMV looks at some comments from listeners online about the Pacers, their upcoming playoff series against the Bucks, and more. He also takes some calls from listeners!

40:12 – 44:09 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show!

44:10 – 1:14:01 – Tony East, who covers the Pacers for Forbes Sports, joins the show to preview the Pacers upcoming playoff series with the Bucks! JMV and Tony discuss the possibility of Giannis missing time in the series, and how beneficial that could be for the Pacers. Tony and JMV talk about the difference between the regular season and the playoffs, and how the Pacers must adjust to those differences. They also discuss the WNBA, and how good Caitlin Clark will be.

1:14:02 – 1:26:04 – JMV keeps things rolling by answering some more questions from listeners of the show!

1:26:05 – 1:29:48 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show.

1:29:49 – 1:56:15 – Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show! Stephen and JMV discuss the Colts giving DeForest Buckner a contract extension. They talk about Buckner, and how he has earned that extension. They also discuss where he ranks among his fellow defensive tackles. They look ahead to next week's NFL Draft and talk about who the Colts might end up selecting with the 15th-overall pick.

1:56:16 – 2:09:26 – JMV talks about the WNBA Draft, which will see the Indiana Fever presumably select Caitlin Clark with the 1st-overall pick. He also takes a phone call from a listener!

2:09:27 – 2:13:26 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show!

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Best Of JMV 4-15-24 Apr 15, 2024

Show notes

00:00 - 27:50 - Tony East, who covers the Pacers for Forbes Sports, joins the show to preview the Pacers upcoming playoff series with the Bucks! JMV and Tony discuss the possibility of Giannis missing time in the series, and how beneficial that could be for the Pacers. Tony and JMV talk about the difference between the regular season and the playoffs, and how the Pacers must adjust to those differences. They also discuss the WNBA, and how good Caitlin Clark will be.

27:51 - 51:03 - Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show! Stephen and JMV discuss the Colts giving DeForest Buckner a contract extension. They talk about Buckner, and how he has earned that extension. They also discuss where he ranks among his fellow defensive tackles. They look ahead to next weeks NFL Draft, and talk about who the Colts might end up selecting with the 15th-overall pick.

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Full Show: Pacers-Cavaliers Preview, Matt Graves Joins + More! Apr 12, 2024

Show notes

00:00 – 28:52 – JMV begins the show by talking about the Pacers and their matchup against Cleveland tonight. He then speaks to Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana. Jeremiah and JMV talk about tonight’s matchup, and how if the Pacers win they will be guaranteed at least the 6th-seed in the NBA playoffs. They talk about T.J McConnell, and how big he could be for the Pacers as they get into the playoffs. Jeremiah also gives his thoughts on a potential Pacers-Knicks first round playoff series, and how Indiana would fare against New York.

28:53 – 41:48 – Coach Bob Lovell of the legendary Indiana Sports Talk joins the show! Bob and JMV discuss John’s Indiana State Sycamores, who officially announced the hiring of Matt Graves as their full-time head coach. They discuss the current state of college athletics with the NIL money, and how things have changed, not necessarily for the better.

41:49 – 1:09:51 – Mike Wells of ESPN Radio joins the show! Mike and JMV talk Pacers, and their potential first-round playoff matchups. They discuss which of those matchups would be the best for Indiana. They discuss how important it is for the Pacers to win the final two games of the regular season. They also talk about the Colts, and their philosophy of running it back with the same guys despite a lack of success.

1:09:52 – 1:18:49 – The show keeps rolling with JMV reading some comments from listeners online! He also talks about the absence of Bennedict Mathurin for the Pacers.

1:18:50 – 1:23:07 – JMV ends the 2nd hour by discussing a potential Pacers-Knicks matchup in the playoffs.

1:23:08 – 1:44:07 – Don Fischer, the voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, joins the show! Don and JMV talk about the transfer portal, and what Indiana is going to do with it. They talk about how no one has a real idea of what Indiana will do this offseason. They discuss the state of college athletics, the effect of the NIL, and how long things can last the way they are. Don and John talk about IU Spring Football, and what Don has seen from the practices so far.

1:44:08 – 2:09:23 – Matt Graves, the new head coach of the Indiana State Sycamores men's basketball team, joins the show to talk to John about taking over the team! Matt talks about his reaction to hearing the news that Josh Schertz, his predecessor at Indiana State, was leaving the program for St. Louis. Matt also talks about his experience with the team as an assistant coach last year.

2:09:24 – 2:29:15 – The show ends as JMV talks to Clayton Anderson, country musician and friend of the show! John also does a little Anything Goes to close out the week as well.

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Best of JMV 4-12-24 Apr 12, 2024

Show notes

00:00 - 21:33 - JMV speaks to Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana. Jeremiah and JMV talk about tonight’s matchup, and how if the Pacers win they will be guaranteed at least the 6th-seed in the NBA playoffs. They talk about T.J McConnell, and how big he could be for the Pacers as they get into the playoffs. Jeremiah also gives his thoughts on a potential Pacers-Knicks first round playoff series, and how Indiana would fare against New York.

21:34 - 46:46 - Mike Wells of ESPN Radio joins the show! Mike and JMV talk Pacers, and their potential first-round playoff matchups. They discuss which of those matchups would be the best for Indiana. They discuss how important it is for the Pacers to win the final two games of the regular season. They also talk about the Colts, and their philosophy of running it back with the same guys despite a lack of success.

46:47 - 1:09:41 - Matt Graves, the new head coach of the Indiana State Sycamores men's basketball team, joins the show to talk to John about taking over the team! Matt talks about his reaction to hearing the news that Josh Schertz, his predecessor at Indiana State, was leaving the program for St. Louis. Matt also talks about his experience with the team as an assistant coach last year.

1:09:42 - 1:21:16 - Coach Bob Lovell of the legendary Indiana Sports Talk joins the show! Bob and JMV discuss John’s Indiana State Sycamores, who officially announced the hiring of Matt Graves as their full-time head coach. They discuss the current state of college athletics with the NIL money, and how things have changed, not necessarily for the better.

1:21:17 - 1:38:47 - Don Fischer, the voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, joins the show! Don and JMV talk about the transfer portal, and what Indiana is going to do with it. They talk about how no one has a real idea of what Indiana will do this offseason. They discuss the state of college athletics, the effect of the NIL, and how long things can last the way they are. Don and John talk about IU Spring Football, and what Don has seen from the practices so far.

1:38:48 - 1:57:04 - The show ends as JMV talks to Clayton Anderson, country musician and friend of the show!

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Full Show: Ian Eagle, Stephen Holder, Mike Chappell And More! Apr 11, 2024

Show notes

00:00 – 28:00 – JMV kicks off the show by talking about the Pacers, who got some help from Miami last night. He talks about the Pacers playoff hopes, and how important it is for their momentum to finish the season on a hot streak. He also talks about the passing of O.J Simpson.

28:01 – 39:22 – JMV reads some comments from listeners of the show online. He also takes a call from a listener who wants to talk about JMV’s Indiana State Sycamores!

39:23 – 43:15 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show!

43:16 – 1:06:54 – Ted Bishop, the 38th President of the PGA of America, joins the show to discuss the Masters Tournament! John and Ted talk about Adam Schenk, who is playing in the tournament and is from Indiana. They talk about some of the favorites to win, and how they are doing at the start of the tournament. They dive into the pressure of playing at Augusta, and the mental challenge the course presents. John and Ted also discuss Tiger Woods, and his chances of winning.

1:06:55 – 1:23:07 – Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show as we get closer and closer to the NFL Draft! Stehpen and JMV first talk about the offseason, and the moves the Colts and some of their rivals have made. They talk about Anthony Richardson, and how much the Colts are banking on him taking a huge leap forward this season.

1:23:08 – 1:26:38 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show!

1:26:39 – 1:52:17 – Mike Chappell of CBS4 and FOX59 joins the show! Mike talks about the Chuckstrong Gala, which the Colts will be hosting tomorrow, and will see the return of Andrew Luck to Indianapolis. Mike talks about what he will ask Luck when he sees him, now that he’s no longer living in Indy and has long since moved on from his NFL career. They also discuss the possibility of Luck being in the Colts Ring of Honor.

1:52:18 – 2:10:21 – Ian Eagle, the voice of the Final Four, joins the show to put a cap on the NCAA Tournament! Ian talks about this years tournament, and the experience of calling his first Final Four. He also talks about UConn, and just how dominant they have been the last 2 seasons. They discuss Purdue and Zach Edey, and try and predict how Edey will fit in the NBA. They then dive into the NBA Playoffs, and all the potential matchups we might see.

2:10:22 – 2:14:43 – JMV wraps up the final hour of the show!

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Best Of JMV 4-11-24 Apr 11, 2024

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00:00 - 22:01 - Mike Chappell of CBS4 and FOX59 joins the show! Mike talks about the Chuckstrong Gala, which the Colts will be hosting tomorrow, and will see the return of Andrew Luck to Indianapolis. Mike talks about what he will ask Luck when he sees him, now that he’s no longer living in Indy and has long since moved on from his NFL career. They also discuss the possibility of Luck being in the Colts Ring of Honor.

22:02 - 39:02- Ian Eagle, the voice of the Final Four, joins the show to put a cap on the NCAA Tournament! Ian talks about this years tournament, and the experience of calling his first Final Four. He also talks about UConn, and just how dominant they have been the last 2 seasons. They discuss Purdue and Zach Edey, and try and predict how Edey will fit in the NBA. They then dive into the NBA Playoffs, and all the potential matchups we might see.

39:03 - 53:39 - Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show as we get closer and closer to the NFL Draft! Stehpen and JMV first talk about the offseason, and the moves the Colts and some of their rivals have made. They talk about Anthony Richardson, and how much the Colts are banking on him taking a huge leap forward this season.

53:40 - 1:11:28 - Ted Bishop, the 38th President of the PGA of America, joins the show to discuss the Masters Tournament! John and Ted talk about Adam Schenk, who is playing in the tournament and is from Indiana. They talk about some of the favorites to win, and how they are doing at the start of the tournament. They dive into the pressure of playing at Augusta, and the mental challenge the course presents. John and Ted also discuss Tiger Woods, and his chances of winning.

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Full Show: Pacers Win In Toronto, Masters + More! Apr 10, 2024

Show notes

00:00 – 27:47 – JMV kicks off the show by talking about the Pacers win over the Raptors in Toronto last night. JMV dives into the game, which featured another slow start before the Pacers found their groove. He also talks T.J McConnell, who deserves to be mentioned in the Sixth Man of the Year conversation, as well as the Fever having 36 nationally televised games this upcoming season.

27:48 – 40:04 – JMV reads some comments from listeners online about T.J McConnell, the Fever, and more! He also opens the phone lines and takes a call from a listener of the show!

40:05 – 43:28 – JMV wraps up the first hour!

43:29 – 1:14:41 – Chris Denari from Bally Sports Indiana joins the show after last nights big Pacer win over the Raptors! Chris and John talk about the importance of the Pacers finding their groove at the end of the season heading into the playoffs. They discuss T.J McConnell, and just how important he is to the team, as well as Tyrese Haliburton emerging from his slump.

1:14:42 – 1:25:38 – JMV talks about a Purdue player entering the transfer portal. He takes a call from a listener who wants to talk about T.J McConnell!

1:25:39 – 1:30:17 – The 2nd hour wraps up with John discussing the Pacers, Purdue and more!

1:30:18 – 2:01:25 – Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake Up Call w/KB & Andy joins JMV! First JMV and Kevin discuss the Masters, and who they expect to win. They discuss college hoops, including Purdue and JMV’s Indiana State Sycamores. They also talk about the Pacers and their playoff push.

2:01:26 – 2:10:32 – JMV keeps the show rolling by reading some more questions and comments from listeners of the show! He also talks about the situation his Sycamores find themselves in, and where they go from here.

2:10:33 – 2:14:09 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show!

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Best Of JMV 4-10-24 Apr 10, 2024

Show notes

00:00 - 28:29 - Chris Denari from Bally Sports Indiana joins the show after last nights big Pacer win over the Raptors! Chris and John talk about the importance of the Pacers finding their groove at the end of the season heading into the playoffs. They discuss T.J McConnell, and just how important he is to the team, as well as Tyrese Haliburton emerging from his slump.

29:30 - 58:40 - Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake Up Call w/KB & Andy joins JMV! First JMV and Kevin discuss the Masters, and who they expect to win. They discuss college hoops, including Purdue and JMV’s Indiana State Sycamores. They also talk about the Pacers and their playoff push.

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