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Best Of JMV 1-25 Jan 25, 2024

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00:00 - 24:16 - Mike Chappell of CBS4 and FOX59 joins the show! They start the conversation by talking about Myles Turner of the Pacers and Michael Pittman Jr of the Colts. They talk about how Turner doesn’t get the credit he deserves, much like former Colts head coach Jim Caldwell. They touch on Colts owner Jim Irsay, what they believe his present condition to be, as well as what they think should be done about the situation.

24:17 - 41:59 - Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana joins the show! John and Jeremiah talk about the Pacers matchup against Joel Embiid and the 76ers. They also discuss how the Pacers schedule has been brutal, especially with them following up a long road trip with a home stand against some of the top teams in the league. They get into the injury to Haliburton, and when we might expect to see him back in the lineup.

42:00 - 1:04:32 - Robbie Avila, the sophomore center for JMV’s Indiana State Sycamores Men’s basketball team, joins the show following the Sycamores 89-83 win over UIC. Robbie talks about what has led to his team’s success so far this season. He also gets into how he has been tuning out the noise as the team’s success has continued to grow. They discuss his signature goggles, and how he decided to keep wearing them. They look ahead to ISU’s upcoming game against Bradley on Saturday, and the support the ISU fans have given the team this season.

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Full Show: Pacers Lose Again, Rob Blackman, Tony East and Kevin Bowen Join! Jan 24, 2024

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00:00 – 23:16 – JMV begins the show by talking about the Pacers loss to the Nuggets last night. John talks about some of the calls that were made in the game, and how it could have affected the Pacers. John talks about the play of Myles Turner, before also touching on Purdue and college hoops.

23:17 – 41:19 – Rob Blackman the voice of the Boilermakers joins the show to talk about Purdue’s dominant win over Michigan last night, 99-67. Rob talks about how last night Zach Edey’s normal dominance wasn’t really needed. They get into Purdue’s upcoming game against Rutgers as well.

41:20 – 1:08:00 – Tony East of Forbes, Locked On Pacers and more joins the show to talk about last night's disheartening Pacers loss to the Nuggets. Tony talks about how the Pacers have struggled to score since Tyrese Haliburton was injured. They also talk about how the Pacers played well enough defensively last night to win, but didn’t take advantage of the opportunities they had. John and Tony also discuss Buddy Hield and what his future in Indiana looks like.

1:08:01 – 1:22:44 – JMV previews his on location shows for the remainder of the week! He takes a call from a Pacer fan wondering why Buddy Hield has been starting over players like Bennedict Mathurin.

1:22:45 – 1:26:55 – JMV keeps the show going by answering some more questions from listeners online on X! He then wraps up the 2nd hour of the show!

1:26:56 – 2:00:31 – Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake-Up Call w/KB & Andy joins! Kevin talks about how Pascal Siakam has played since he joined the Pacers, and if that has changed any of his hesitance over the trade. They also talk about some of the minutes given to Buddy Hield and Obi Toppin, and if there are any trade implications for those minutes. They also talk about Rick Carlisle being ejected in the loss to the Nuggets, before talking about some mock drafts that have the Colts taking a wide receiver.

2:00:32 – 2:07:49 – The show keeps on rolling with JMV talking about Butler basketball and their upcoming game against Villanova this weekend. He takes a look at some questions and comments from listeners on X!

2:07:50 – 2:13:48 – JMV wraps up the show with one more phone call!

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Best Of JMV 1-24 Jan 24, 2024

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00:00 - 23:43 - Tony East of Forbes, Locked On Pacers and more joins the show to talk about last night's disheartening Pacers loss to the Nuggets. Tony talks about how the Pacers have struggled to score since Tyrese Haliburton was injured. They also talk about how the Pacers played well enough defensively last night to win, but didn’t take advantage of the opportunities they had. John and Tony also discuss Buddy Hield and what his future in Indiana looks like.

23:44 - 39:45 - Rob Blackman the voice of the Boilermakers joins the show to talk about Purdue’s dominant win over Michigan last night, 99-67. Rob talks about how last night Zach Edey’s normal dominance wasn’t really needed. They get into Purdue’s upcoming game against Rutgers as well.

39:46 - 1:11:20 - Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake-Up Call w/KB & Andy joins! Kevin talks about how Pascal Siakam has played since he joined the Pacers, and if that has changed any of his hesitance over the trade. They also talk about some of the minutes given to Buddy Hield and Obi Toppin, and if there are any trade implications for those minutes. They also talk about Rick Carlisle being ejected in the loss to the Nuggets, before talking about some mock drafts that have the Colts taking a wide receiver.

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Full Show: Greg Rakestraw, Brad Spielberger and Chris Denari Join! Jan 23, 2024

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00:00 – 25:52 – JMV kicks off the show by talking about the announcement by Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle that Tyrese Haliburton will miss the next 3 games as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. He discusses how that will impact the Pacers as they prepare for a tough 3-game stretch.

25:53 – 40:21 – Greg Rakestraw of the ISC Sports Network joins for his weekly conversation with John! John needs his spirits lifted after the Haliburton news, so Greg shows his Indiana State Sycamores some love. They preview the Sycamores game against UIC tonight, as well as the increased attention ISU is getting right now. Greg also gives his thoughts on the chances of ISU making the NCAA Tournament. Greg and John then talk Purdue basketball, as they get ready to take on Michigan this evening, as well as how IU is reaching a point where games against ranked opponents are becoming “must-win”. Greg also gives his thoughts on how IU seems to a program that is stuck in neutral.

40:22 – 42:54 – The first hour ends with JMV talking about Haliburton’s injury, and if he just rushed back into action too quickly against Portland.

42:55 – 1:11:55 – Brad Spielberger of PFF joins the show to crunch some numbers with John! Brad and John discuss some mock drafts, including one that has the Colts taking a WR. They also talk about Michael Pittman Jr, and if he will return to the Colts. They also talk about their expectations for the Colts draft plans. The conversation then turns to more national news, as they get into the Titans hiring former Bengals OC Brian Callahan to be their next head coach.

1:11:56 - 1:24:24 – JMV keeps talking about how bummed out he is by the injury to Tyrese Haliburton. He takes a phone call from a Pacer fan frustrated by the Pacers handling of Haliburton's injury. He takes another call about the status of Colts owner Jim Irsay.

1:24:25 – 1:27:21 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour by answering some questions from listeners on X!

1:27:22 – 1:55:36 – Chris Denari, the TV voice of the Pacers, joins! Chris and John talk about the end of the Pacers' long western road trip, and how exhausting those trips are. They get into the news that Tyrese Haliburton will miss at least the next 3 games as the Pacers try and manage his hamstring injury; they talk about the impact his absence has on the Pacers offense. John and Chris talk about Pascal Siakam, who will make his Pacers home debut tonight against the Nuggets, and what he has brought to Indiana.

1:55:37 – 2:05:19 – JMV keeps the phone lines open as he takes more calls from listeners!

2:05:20 –2:13:33 – JMV wraps up the 3rd hour of the show!

2:13:34 – 2:36:52 – The show concludes with some Anything Goes!

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Best Of JMV 1-23 Jan 23, 2024

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00:00 - 19:15 - Brad Spielberger of PFF joins the show to crunch some numbers with John! Brad and John discuss some mock drafts, including one that has the Colts taking a WR. They also talk about Michael Pittman Jr, and if he will return to the Colts. They also talk about their expectations for the Colts draft plans. The conversation then turns to more national news, as they get into the Titans hiring former Bengals OC Brian Callahan to be their next head coach.

19:16 - 43:28 - Chris Denari, the TV voice of the Pacers, joins! Chris and John talk about the end of the Pacers' long western road trip, and how exhausting those trips are. They get into the news that Tyrese Haliburton will miss at least the next 3 games as the Pacers try and manage his hamstring injury; they talk about the impact his absence has on the Pacers offense. John and Chris talk about Pascal Siakam, who will make his Pacers home debut tonight against the Nuggets, and what he has brought to Indiana.

43:29 - 55:47 -Greg Rakestraw of the ISC Sports Network joins for his weekly conversation with John! John needs his spirits lifted after the Haliburton news, so Greg shows his Indiana State Sycamores some love. They preview the Sycamores game against UIC tonight, as well as the increased attention ISU is getting right now. Greg also gives his thoughts on the chances of ISU making the NCAA Tournament. Greg and John then talk Purdue basketball, as they get ready to take on Michigan this evening, as well as how IU is reaching a point where games against ranked opponents are becoming “must-win”. Greg also gives his thoughts on how IU seems to a program that is stuck in neutral.

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Full Show: Brian Evans and Stephen Holder Join! Jan 22, 2024

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00:00 – 26:28 – JMV kicks off the first show of the week by talking about the end of the Pacers road trip, which saw Indiana lose to Portland and then Phoenix to close out their western swing. He talks about how their upcoming schedule might be even more difficult than the road trip. He then talks IU basketball, their loss to Wisconsin, and the ejection of C.J Gunn.

26:29 – 40:03 – JMV talks about Depaul firing basketball coach Tony Stubblefield after their loss to Butler. He also talks about the incident with Caitlin Clark and a fan running into her while storming the court. He opens the phone lines up and takes a call from a Pacer fan, as well as someone with a Colts question!

40:04 – 46:14 - JMV wraps up the first hour by continuing to talk the end of the Pacers road trip, especially their loss last night in Phoenix.

46:15 – 1:18:15 – Former Hoosier and Big Ten Player of the Year Brian Evans joins the show to talk the debacle against Wisconsin. Brian also talks a bit about the response he got following his last appearance on the show, where he vented his frustrations about the program. Brian and John talk about C.J Gunn’s ejection, as well as long-time voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer’s comments following the loss to Wisconsin.

1:18:16 – 1:28:09 – JMV goes through some comments from listeners on X on the Pacers, IU, storming the court and more!

1:28:10 – 1:34:48 – JMV closes out the 2nd hour of the show with another phone call from a listener in Arkansas!

1:34:49 – 2:02:59 – Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show! Stephen and JMV discuss Anthony Richardson, and how tough it was on him to miss most of his rookie season with the Colts. They get into the changing style of quarterback play, and how teams and specifically the Colts need to keep evolving. C.J Stroud, Richardsons fellow rookie QB who just led a fantastic first campaign in Houston, is discussed; Stephen and JMV compare Richardson to Stroud. The conversation closes out with Stephen and John talking about the health of Colts owner Jim Irsay.

2:03:00 – 2:15:48 – JMV updates listeners about the incoming severe weather! He then talks about the Pacers, and the 2 losses to end their road trip. He also discusses the Pascal Siakam trade and what that means for Pacers and the expectations surrounding them.

2:15:49 – 2:20:44 – JMV closes out another edition of the show!

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Best Of JMV 1-22 Jan 22, 2024

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00:00 - 27:14 - Former Hoosier and Big Ten Player of the Year Brian Evans joins the show to talk the debacle against Wisconsin. Brian also talks a bit about the response he got following his last appearance on the show, where he vented his frustrations about the program. Brian and John talk about C.J Gunn’s ejection, as well as long-time voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer’s comments following the loss to Wisconsin.

27:15 - 54:07 - Stephen Holder of ESPN joins the show! Stephen and JMV discuss Anthony Richardson, and how tough it was on him to miss most of his rookie season with the Colts. They get into the changing style of quarterback play, and how teams and specifically the Colts need to keep evolving. C.J Stroud, Richardsons fellow rookie QB who just led a fantastic first campaign in Houston, is discussed; Stephen and JMV compare Richardson to Stroud. The conversation closes out with Stephen and John talking about the health of Colts owner Jim Irsay.

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Full Show: Pacers Beat Kings, Haliburton Returns, Bob Lovell, Mike Wells, Evan Sidery, Don Fischer and Jeremiah Johnson Join! Jan 19, 2024

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00:00 - 26:16 – JMV kicks off the show by talking about last night's huge win for the Pacers over the Sacramento Kings. He talks about where the Pacers are, and how it’s an exciting time to be a Pacers fan. He talks about the effort of T.J McConnell, and how important he is to the team. He also previews tonight’s IU-Wisconsin matchup!

26:17 – 41:01 – Coach Bob Lovell of the legendary Indiana Sports Talk joins for his weekly conversation with John! John and Coach discuss some of the high school games that have been cancelled or postponed due to the weather. They then talk about the big matchups that are still on for the weekend and talk some college hoops as well!

41:02 – 45:05 – JMV wraps up the first hour by talking about the Pacers win over the Kings last night, and pondering if Pascal Siakam will make his Pacers debut tonight! He also takes a call from a listener!

45:06 – 1:14:04 – Mike Wells of ESPN joins the show! Mike and John talk the Pacers big win over the Kings last night! They also touch on the trade for Pascal Siakam, and what the Pacers gave up for him. They discuss the upcoming trade deadline, and if the Pacers will make any more moves before it arrives.

1:14:05 – 1:27:44 – Evan Sidery of Forbes joins the show to give more depth to the Pascal Siakam trade! Evan gives his thoughts on how the deal grades out for the Pacers. Evan talks about the Pacers rotation going forward, and what that means for young players like Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker. They then dive into how Siakam will fit into the Pacers on both sides of the ball. They also talk about the likelihood that Siakam will make his debut for Indiana tonight.

1:27:45 – 1:29:51 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show!

1:29:52 – 1:56:45 – Don Fischer, the voice of the Hoosiers, joins the show ahead of tonight’s game between 11th-ranked Wisconsin and Indiana. Don and JMV go over the Hoosiers long run of futility against the Badgers. They talk about the play of Xavier Johnson, and how the Hoosiers need him to step up tonight. They also get into how the court of public opinion might view Johnson after several missteps.

1:56:46 – 2:10:13 – JMV keeps the show rolling by reading some comments from listeners online! He also talks about his favorite Sports Illustrated cover of all time, before turning back to the phone lines and taking some more calls!

2:10:14 – 2:14:30 –JMV wraps up the 3rd hour!

2:14:31 – 2:37:34 – Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana joins to discuss the breaking news that Tyrese Haliburton will be back in action tonight against the Pacers! JMV and Jeremiah discuss how shocking this is considering how his injury looked initially. They also talk about Pascal Siakam, who will reportedly make his Pacers debut tonight, and what impact he will have on the Pacers. John and Jeremiah talk about the compensation the Pacers gave up for Siakam, and more notably, what the didn’t have to give up.

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Best Of JMV 1-19 Jan 19, 2024

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00:00 - 21:55 - Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana joins to discuss the breaking news that Tyrese Haliburton will be back in action tonight against the Pacers! JMV and Jeremiah discuss how shocking this is considering how his injury looked initially. They also talk about Pascal Siakam, who will reportedly make his Pacers debut tonight, and what impact he will have on the Pacers. John and Jeremiah talk about the compensation the Pacers gave up for Siakam, and more notably, what the didn’t have to give up.

21:56 - 33:35 - Evan Sidery of Forbes joins the show to give more depth to the Pascal Siakam trade! Evan gives his thoughts on how the deal grades out for the Pacers. Evan talks about the Pacers rotation going forward, and what that means for young players like Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker. They then dive into how Siakam will fit into the Pacers on both sides of the ball. They also talk about the likelihood that Siakam will make his debut for Indiana tonight.

33:36 - 1:00:36 - Mike Wells of ESPN joins the show! Mike and John talk the Pacers big win over the Kings last night! They also touch on the trade for Pascal Siakam, and what the Pacers gave up for him. They discuss the upcoming trade deadline, and if the Pacers will make any more moves before it arrives.

1:00:37 - 1:22:22 - Don Fischer, the voice of the Hoosiers, joins the show ahead of tonight’s game between 11th-ranked Wisconsin and Indiana. Don and JMV go over the Hoosiers long run of futility against the Badgers. They talk about the play of Xavier Johnson, and how the Hoosiers need him to step up tonight. They also get into how the court of public opinion might view Johnson after several missteps.

1:22:23 - 1:35:13 - Coach Bob Lovell of the legendary Indiana Sports Talk joins for his weekly conversation with John! John and Coach discuss some of the high school games that have been cancelled or postponed due to the weather. They then talk about the big matchups that are still on for the weekend and talk some college hoops as well!

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Full Show: Bobby Marks, Eddie Gill, and Gregg Doyel Join! Jan 18, 2024

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00:00 – 24:35 – JMV kicks off the show by giving his continued reaction to yesterday’s big Pacers trade, where they sent off 3 total first round draft picks, along with Bruce Brown and Jordan Nwora, in order to get Pascal Siakam. JMV questions why some fans wouldn’t want the Pacers to make a big move while also wanting the Colts to go get Anthony Richardson some weapons.

24:36 – 43:10 – Former NBA executive Bobby Marks joins the show to talk the Pascal Siakam trade! Bobby gives his thoughts on how well Siakam fits with the Pacers, especially at this point of his career. He also talks about what the Pacers will be asking of Siakam, and what this trade could do for the Pacers this season and beyond. John and Bobby also get into if the Pacers will make another move before the trade deadline.

43:11 – 46:04 – JMV wraps up the 1st hour of the show!

46:07 – 1:14:25 – Former NBA player and current Pacers radio analyst Eddie Gill joins the show! Eddie gives his initial reaction to the Pascal Siakam trade, and what that means for the Pacers. They also get into Tyrese Haliburton, and when we might see him return to the floor. Eddie also talks about the culture that the Pacers have built. They also touch on the Pacers road trip, and their game tonight against the Kings.

1:14:26 – 1:24:33 – JMV addresses a rumor he just heard about the potential for now-former Pacer Bruce Brown having been disgruntled in Indiana. He also opens the phone lines up and takes a call!

1:24:34 – 1:30:15 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show!

1:30:16 – 2:03:15 – Gregg Doyel of the Indianapolis Star joins the show to talk about the Colts and the Jim Irsay situation. Gregg wrote an article about the situation, where he stated his opinion that Irsay should hand control of the Colts over to his daughters. They talk about Irsay’s long history of addiction issues, and how it would be better for Irsay to pass over control now, while he can control who it goes to, and not risk a court deciding who would take over. Gregg and John wrap up the conversation by discuss the Pascal Siakam trade.

2:03:16 – 2:09:04 – JMV keeps the show rolling by talking about his conversation with Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale, which will air sometime next week, before rehashing the Pascal Siakam deal.

2:09:05 – 2:13:48 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show with a phone call!

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