The Ride with JMV Podcast

(00:00-20:30)-  Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle to start the show. They talk about Larry Bird reaching out to see if he would be interested in the Pacers job again, his plan for Turner and Sabonis to play together, what his #1 priority is for the team this offseason, and how coaches in the modern NBA get players to buy into the team and their roles. They wrap up their conversation by talking about Metta Sandiford-Artest (Ron Artest) and his interview with JMV on Monday. (20:30-53:40)-Kevin Bowen joins the show to discuss the Pacers’ situation with Rick Carlisle. They talk about the focus of the franchise in the near future, and how the front office is still in win-now mode. Bowen gives his biggest takeaways from Carlisle’s introduction press conference. They talk about how Carlisle will have to coach to the personnel on the team, if no changes are made to the roster. They talk about Carlisle’s interview with JMV earlier, and the fact he did not mention Goga, and what that could mean, if anything, to the path moving forward. Finally, the conversation wraps up talking about early expectations for next season, and the importance of the upcoming draft selections.  Later, they turn the talks to the Colts and the future financial situation of the offensive line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:06)-JMV reacts to the Clippers staving off elimination vs the Suns, Paul George’s excellent game and why he was rooting for the Clippers. He then talks about the news of the day with the Colts allowing 100% capacity for games in the fall and training camp being back at Grand Park in Westfield. (27:06-44:15)-Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about best meal spots near Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, the NBA and NFL equivalent to a 1-0 lead in soccer, what the Switzerland vs France upset is like in the NFL, and the restrictions for fans and Colts players at training camp in Grand Park. (44:15-1:14:38)-Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins JMV to talk about the Reds, Nick Castellanos having an MVP like year, and why Matt fears a rebuild coming soon. JMV then tells the listeners a wild dream he had with Matt Taylor in it and then they talk about the Colts upcoming season with 100% capacity and whether or not the Colts radio crew will be able to broadcast the games in person this fall. (1:14:38-1:24:35)-JMV answers twitter questions and some speculative trades for Malcolm Brogdon or Myles Turner. JMV is surprised that most fans would rather trade Brogdon over Turner, and why Turner still has a high trade value around the NBA. (1:24:35-1:54:12)-The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins JMV to talk about the only fan restrictions for Colts training camp, how far along LT Erik Fisher is in his achilles injury rehab, if the Colts really think Sam Tevi can hold up in the first few weeks in the season, the money issue the Colts have with the OL in the future, who the leader of the defense is, and what 4 players should be on the side of Lucas Oil Stadium. (1:54:12-2:04:00)-JMV takes a call about who is on Lucas Oil currently and some twitter suggestions for how the Colts should put players on the stadium (2:04:00-2:10:52)-JMV closes out the show talking about the 37th anniversary of the movie Bachelor Party and why JMV thinks it’s Tom Hanks best movie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-21:32)-The Athletic’s Zak Keefer joins JMV to talk about the only fan restrictions for Colts training camp, how far along LT Erik Fisher is in his achilles injury rehab, if the Colts really think Sam Tevi can hold up in the first few weeks in the season, the money issue the Colts have with the OL in the future, who the leader of the defense is, and what 4 players should be on the side of Lucas Oil Stadium. (21:32-50:09)-Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins JMV to talk about the Reds, Nick Castellanos having an MVP like year, and why Matt fears a rebuild coming soon. JMV then tells the listeners a wild dream he had with Matt Taylor in it and then they talk about the Colts upcoming season with 100% capacity and whether or not the Colts radio crew will be able to broadcast the games in person this fall. (50:09-1:02:55)-Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about best meal spots near Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, the NBA and NFL equivalent to a 1-0 lead in soccer, what the Switzerland vs France upset is like in the NFL, and the restrictions for fans and Colts players at training camp in Grand Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:05)-JMV recaps the weekends sports including his fascination with international soccer and the Travelers Championship. JMV then sets the table and explains what the expectations should be for the Pacers in year 1 with Rick Carlisle as the head coach, what would be a successful vs disappointing season, and what teams the Pacers should be competing for in the middle of the East. (28:05-45:04)-Former Pacers Guard and player for Rick Carlisle Eddie Gill joins JMV to talk about Rick’s playing style, if he was surprised Rick wanted to come back to Indiana, if he expects to see some player movement from the Pacers this offseason, and what Rick Carlisle will demand to see from the team that wasn’t there previously. (45:04-1:18:49)-Metta Sandiford-Artest known as Ron Artest during his time with the Pacers joins JMV to talk about his relationship with Rick Carlisle and why he’s excited for him to be back in Indiana, what Rick implemented in 2004 that helped him become the DPOY, an All-Star, and 3rd team All-NBA, why he was thinking about the Pacers when he won the 2010 Championship with the Lakers, and his want to get into coaching. (1:18:49-1:23:29)-JMV gets reaction from his conversation with the former Pacers F Ron Artest, why he doesn’t want to rehash how Artest ended his stay with the Pacers, and why he still has such a loyal fan base here in Indy (1:23:29-1:47:27)-JMV opens up the phone lines for some opinions on why the Pacers should run the same team back, and the defensive issues on the wing they need to address (1:47:27-1:58:41)- JMV takes a couple calls about the Pacers and Ron Artest changing his name multiple times (1:58:41-2:04:37)-JMV closes out the show giving away The Black Crowes Tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-30:39)-Metta Sandiford-Artest known as Ron Artest during his time with the Pacers joins JMV to talk about his relationship with Rick Carlisle and why he’s excited for him to be back in Indiana, what Rick implemented in 2004 that helped him become the DPOY, an All-Star, and 3rd team All-NBA, why he was thinking about the Pacers when he won the 2010 Championship with the Lakers, and his want to get into coaching. (30:39-44:45)-Former Pacers Guard and player for Rick Carlisle Eddie Gill joins JMV to talk about Rick’s playing style, if he was surprised Rick wanted to come back to Indiana, if he expects to see some player movement from the Pacers this offseason, and what Rick Carlisle will demand to see from the team that wasn’t there previously. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-31:19)-JMV is live for his first Backyard Bourbon BBQ of the summer! He starts the show with his thoughts a full day after the Pacers hired Rick Carlisle. He reacts to the article by J. Michael in the IndyStar that interviewed Rick and talked about philosophy and his thoughts specifically on some of the players on the roster. (31:19-44:14)-JMV brings on the homeowner for the first backyard BBQ Jeremiah Wheatley to chat about Rick Carlisle and if a Myles Turner for Porzingis trade could be on the table now (44:14-1:09:57)-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and Wells talks about his time covering the Pacers when Rick Carlisle was the Head Coach, how he has changed as a HC since then, why the Pacers team from mid 2000s ran him off as their Head Coach, and who the best trade chip the Pacers have on the roster. (1:09:57-1:18:26)-Ryan Stults from New Belgium Brewing Company joins JMV to talk about their new Fruit Smash Hard Seltzer and JMV tells the story of the worst weather he’s experienced while doing the show on the road. (1:18:26-1:28:26)- TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the return of Rick Carlisle to the Pacers, his familiarity with the organization and why he chose Indiana over other options he had, and his previous work with Rick Carlisle during his 1st stint as HC. (1:28:26-1:53:15)-Pat Sullivan from Sullivan Hardware & Garden joins JMV for their weekly #AskPat and he answers questions about best way to kill poison ivy, best type of carnivorous plants, when to put down fungicide for the lawn, if the cicada infestation is finally over, and he continues his tradition of roasting the homeowners lawn. (1:53:15-2:01:48)-Brent Holverson from Heaven Hill Distilleries joins JMV to talk about the latest Evan Williams products, and Brent gives his take on his favorite team the Green Bay Packers and their situation with Aaron Rodgers (2:01:48-2:07:53)-JMV closes out the show with the homeowner Jeremiah Wheatley! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-23:43)-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and Wells talks about his time covering the Pacers when Rick Carlisle was the Head Coach, how he has changed as a HC since then, why the Pacers team from mid 2000s ran him off as their Head Coach, and who the best trade chip the Pacers have on the roster. (23:43-32:15)-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to talk about the return of Rick Carlisle to the Pacers, his familiarity with the organization and why he chose Indiana over other options he had, and his previous work with Rick Carlisle during his 1st stint as HC. (32:15-55:12)-Pat Sullivan from Sullivan Hardware & Garden joins JMV for their weekly #AskPat and he answers questions about best way to kill poison ivy, best type of carnivorous plants, when to put down fungicide for the lawn, if the cicada infestation is finally over, and he continues his tradition of roasting the homeowners lawn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JMV takes some time to talk to Chris and Rich Robinson from The Black Crowes ahead of their concert at Ruoff August 1st. They talk about their reunion and getting back to touring after COVID, their inspiration coming out of Georgia, and playing in the Monsters in Moscow show in 1991 in front of nearly a million people. Chris tells a hilarious story of getting in trouble with the police in Moscow for peeing before the show, and their relationship with AC/DC's Brian Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:14) – JMV has had a day to corral this thoughts from Kevin Pritchard’s season ending press conference yesterday, gives his thoughts on what the Pacers need to do, and recaps some of the conversations he had with Ed Carpenter and Conor Daly yesterday. (29:14-41:52) –Greg Rakestraw joins JMV today to explain how a win for Scott Dixon could seriously bolster his resume as one of the best IndyCar drivers ever, how this race is shaping up to be a really good race with how deep the field is, and how crazy Carb Day will be next year once restrictions have been lifted.  (41:52-46:21) – Following his conversation with Greg Rakestraw by answering some tweets about how well versed Greg is in Indianapolis sports and some other tweets that he has in his mentions. (46:21-1:09:20) – Now that the Pacers season is over, it’s time for JMV to take a look at the roster and determine what areas they need to improve, who he thinks the Pacers need to look at trading, and how it’s funny how Nate McMillan wouldn’t attempt to give younger players the opportunities and how Nate Bjorkgren was forced to do that because of injuries. (1:09:20-1:26:02) – Rinus VeeKay from Ed Carpenter Racing joins JMV following qualifications on the weekend to explain whether or not he is starting to be recognized more across the state, if he was surprised with the speed that he was able to find during the fast nine shootout, and what was going through his mind when he almost crashed during his qualifying run on Sunday.     (1:28:56-1:55:32) – Pacers beat writer from the IndyStar in J. Michael stops by the Ride With JMV to give his thoughts of Kevin Pritchard’s press conference, how the Pacers have a serious lack of depth and it’s time to shake things up, and describes some of the things that were going on behind the scenes as to how Nate Bjorkgren micromanages the players. (1:55:32-2:03:40) – Following his conversation with J. Michael, JMV hits on the big things that he took away from their conversation, hits on some emails that he received in regards to the Pacers trading Myles Turner and how it seems players don’t play for the team/organization. (2:03:40-2:09:26) – JMV closes out today’s show by telling a story about a wild pig just roaming around in his front yard earlier this afternoon and details on how challenging it was for him to catch it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:19) – Owner of Ed Carpenter Racing in Ed Carpenter joins JMV today and provides an interesting take on what the difference between his and Rinus VeeKay’s fast nine qualifying run, how he is pleased with the entire ECR team going into the race, and details what makes VeeKay so good at his age.  (09:19-21:38) – Rinus VeeKay from Ed Carpenter Racing joins JMV following qualifications on the weekend to explain whether or not he is starting to be recognized more across the state, if he was surprised with the speed that he was able to find during the fast nine shootout, and what was going through his mind when he almost crashed during his qualifying run on Sunday.     (21:38-50:46) – Pacers beat writer from the IndyStar in J. Michael stops by the Ride With JMV to give his thoughts of Kevin Pritchard’s press conference, how the Pacers have a serious lack of depth and it’s time to shake things up, and describes some of the things that were going on behind the scenes as to how Nate Bjorkgren micromanages the players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:14) – JMV is back and better than ever on a Monday afternoon to give his thoughts on Kevin Pritchard’s post-season press conference where he was non-committal to Nate Bjorkgren, how he (Pritchard) is being evaluated by the Simon’s, and how the Pacers can’t run it back. (29:14-49:33) – Owner of Ed Carpenter Racing in Ed Carpenter joins JMV today and provides an interesting take on what the difference between his and Rinus VeeKay’s fast nine qualifying run, how he is pleased with the entire ECR team going into the race, and details what makes VeeKay so good at his age.  (49:33-1:09:23) – Ex-PGA of America president Ted Bishop stops by the Ride With JMV to detail everything that happened at the PGA Championship from the weekend, what he has on the schedule the rest of this summer as a golf coach, and how . (1:09:23-1:28:56) – Conor Daly from Ed Carpenter Racing joins JMV following qualifications on the weekend to explain how hard it was for him to see Charlie Kimball not make the field, how he is more confident in this car than any of his previous cars, and what he thought when he witnessed Will Power tag the wall during qualifications without lifting off the throttle.     (1:28:56-1:55:45) – NBC and Peacock racing broadcaster in Kevin Lee stops by the Ride With JMV to give what he thought the biggest story out of the weekend was, whether or not the Roger Penske not being involved in Team Penske has an effect on the lack of speed at IMS, and how Will Power was at a loss for words over the weekend. (1:45:16-2:02:56) – Following his conversation with Kevin Lee, JMV gives you the lowdown on what race morning coverage will be like between him and Tony Katz starting at 5am, previews his JMV takeover on Friday night on Carb Day, and reacts to some of his Twitter mentions. (2:02:56-2:04:57) – JMV closes out today’s show by telling you about his Kinetico water question of the day, previewing tomorrow’s show, and gives advice to a listener on what to grill on race day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-19:45) – Owner of Ed Carpenter Racing in Ed Carpenter joins JMV today and provides an interesting take on what the difference between his and Rinus VeeKay’s fast nine qualifying run, how he is pleased with the entire ECR team going into the race, and details what makes VeeKay so good at his age.  (19:45-35:24) – Conor Daly from Ed Carpenter Racing joins JMV following qualifications on the weekend to explain how hard it was for him to see Charlie Kimball not make the field, how he is more confident in this car than any of his previous cars, and what he thought when he witnessed Will Power tag the wall during qualifications without lifting off the throttle. (35:24-1:01:04) – NBC and Peacock racing broadcaster in Kevin Lee stops by the Ride With JMV to give what he thought the biggest story out of the weekend was, whether or not the Roger Penske not being involved in Team Penske has an effect on the lack of speed at IMS, and how Will Power was at a loss for words over the weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-23:38) – Kevin Bowen fills in for JMV after the Pacers season ended last night against the Washington Wizards and KB thinks the roster needs some kind of reconstruction if Nate Bjorkgren returns as the head coach, touches on what he has seen so far during the Colts mandatory workouts, and updates you on the IndyCar Fast Friday speeds. (23:38-37:47) – Kevin Bowen opens up the phone lines during this segment of the show to get listener’s perspectives on the Indiana Pacers and then hits on whether or not he is buying stock in the Julio Jones to Indianapolis Colts rumors.  (37:47-41:39) – KB heads to the phone line for one caller in this short segment to get some betting advice in tonight’s NBA play-in game between the Warriors and the Grizzlies. (41:48-1:08:53) – IndyStar’s Jim Ayello joins Kevin Bowen on the Ride With JMV to explain how Parris Campbell is built different than the rest of the Colts receivers, which player they think needs to make a big impact this year, and how the Colts don’t need T.Y. Hilton to eclipse 1,000 yards receiving this year. (1:04:10-1:19:07) – After his conversation with Jim Ayello, Kevin Bowen looks at some of the fastest times at this moment in the day of practice for the Indianapolis 500, receives a call from a regular listener that gives his take on the Pacers, and brings on producer Eddie Garrison to talk about their seats for the greatest spectacle in racing.     (1:19:07-1:22:29) – Kevin Bowen closes out the second hour by giving away a pair of tickets to go see Brad Paisley in concert courtesy of Live Nation. (1:22:29-1:45:16) – Pacers Insider J. Michael from the IndyStar joins Kevin Bowen as he fills in for JMV today and the two spend some time discussing whether or not Kevin Pritchard should be put into the crosshairs of being fired, look at the fate of Aaron Holiday, and how it’s difficult to gauge what way a franchise is leaning when hiring a head coach versus signing a player. (1:45:16-1:58:10) – Curt Cavin joins Kevin Bowen live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to detail how practice is going today, who are some drivers that he thinks that have a legitimate chance at winning the race, and what he has learned so far from talking with drivers and engineers. (1:58:10-2:04:50) – Kevin Bowen closes out today’s edition of the Ride With JMV by giving away a pair of tickets to a lucky listener to see Korn, and a caller who has a question about the way the Colts will construct their roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:52) – IndyStar’s Jim Ayello joins Kevin Bowen on the Ride With JMV to explain how Parris Campbell is built different than the rest of the Colts receivers, which player they think needs to make a big impact this year, and how the Colts don’t need T.Y. Hilton to eclipse 1,000 yards receiving this year. (24:06-47:11) – Pacers Insider J. Michael from the IndyStar joins Kevin Bowen as he fills in for JMV today and the two spend some time discussing whether or not Kevin Pritchard should be put into the crosshairs of being fired, look at the fate of Aaron Holiday, and how it’s difficult to gauge what way a franchise is leaning when hiring a head coach versus signing a player. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:53)-JMV starts the show with his thoughts on the exciting Lakers vs Warriors game that lived up to the hype including LeBron’s flop in the 4th, Steph Curry’s incredible shot making, and LeBron’s game winning 3.  (29:53-42:36)-JMV takes a call about the NBA play in tournament and if the NBA will implement them permanently for the future and how the era of the super team is killing the NBA in smaller markets. (42:36-1:01:23)-Colts RB Nyheim Hines joins JMV for a great conversation as always. Hines discusses how his relationship with Wentz has developed during the offseason, he explains his #1 goal for every season, his thoughts on the Colts schedule, why he thinks the Colts have the #1 RB room in the NFL, and where his quest to get a Bojangles in Indy stands. (1:01:23-1:20:08)-JMV takes calls about the Pacers and if they had an opportunity to trade Oladipo for Westbrook and if there is any way Nate Bjorkgren returns for a 2nd year after the media reports a couple weeks ago and the lack of player support publically. (1:20:08-1:38:47)-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to talk about his observations from watching Colts OTA workouts including some of the size of a couple rookies, the Colts player and staff coming to an agreement to practice these 2 weeks, the timeline for Leonard and Smith extensions, and most important offensive skill positions for the Colts in 2021. (1:38:47-1:53:19)-Host of “Setting the Pace” Alex Golden joins JMV to talk about the pros and cons of the Pacers winning or losing tonight and how that would affect their draft stock, the health of Beal & Westbrook compared to some of the Pacers stars, and if Oshea Brissett will be a franchise cornerstone at the 4 for the team going forward. (1:53:19-1:54:34)-JMV closes out the show by giving away Brad Paisley tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.