The Ride with JMV Podcast

(00:00-25:48)-IndyStar Pacers Reporter J. Michael joins JMV to talk about the details of the Pacers signing Oshea Brissett to a 3 year deal, if we have seen the end of Myles Turner in a Pacers uniform, if there is any chance Nate Bjorkgren could be a 1 and done coach, and trying to figure out the issue from last year to this year. (25:48-40:48)-PFF Lead NFL Analyst Sam Monson joins JMV to talk about the Colts draft strategy and if they shouldn’t even consider taking a DE at #21 while risking that a quality LT doesn’t fall to #54, what Trey Lance and Mac Jones can be in the NFL, an NFL comp for TE Kyle Pitts, and why this draft will set the record for a defensive draft pick. (40:48-54:06)-Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to give a full breakdown of what this Soccer “Super League” and how it has seemingly fallen apart in only 3 days, why the fans revolted, and comparing it to something similar in the US. They then touch on IU bringing in transfers and new recruits and how Mike Woodson has hit the ground running. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:20)-JMV uses his opening segment to address the Pacers 0-2 weekend as they fall further away from the 8 seed and almost certainly in the play-in game.  JMV discuss the Pacers having to choose between Sabonis and Turner and who he thinks will be traded this offseason. (29:20-42:51)-JMV takes some calls about the Pacers including Malcolm Brogdon not being a great fit at PG, and why this is the perfect year for the Pacers to tank for a high draft pick the rest of the way. (42:51-50:02)-JMV takes a call about Malcolm Brogdon and why he’s getting in the way of the Turner & Sabonis pairing of working (50:02-1;17:14)-JMV unveils a major guest that will join him on Wednesday, one that will excite Colts fans. He then takes some calls about the Colts and if it’s risky to draft a DE at #21 and are stuck hoping that a starting caliber LT drops all the way to #54. (1:17:14-1:28:17)-JMV discusses the Colts Dream Draft Scenario and the danger the Colts may have if they decide to wait until #54 to draft a LT (1:28:17-1:57:23)-The Athletic’s Stephen Holder joins JMV to talk about the Colts draft board for next week, if LT or DE is a greater need, why Stephen thinks the Colts aren’t looking to win the Super Bowl next year but are looking at the year after that, if the Colts will report for voluntary workouts after a lot of teams in the NFL are not participating, and if Colts players will be forced to get the COVID vaccine. (1:57:23-2:04:38)-JMV answers some listener tweets about the greatest “Chet” in all of sports after the #1 basketball recruit commits to Gonzaga. (2:04:38-2:08:04)-JMV closes out the show with concert tickets to giveaway for the 1st time in over a year  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:28:20)-JMV starts out the show with his reaction to the Pacers beating the Rockets in Houston and then brings on Jake Query to talk about Slick Leonard, Robin Miller choking up while being on with JMV discussing it Tuesday, and his spot in Indianapolis sports history. (28:20-45:00)-Bleacher Report OL Expert Brandon Thorn joins JMV to do a deep dive into potential fits for the Colts if they draft one at #21, if they would be able to wait until pick #54 to draft a LT that can start right away, why he thinks Notre Dame LT Liam Eichenberg would be a great fit next to Quenton Nelson, and who reminds him of Anthony Castonzo. (45:00-1:10:29)-PFF Lead NFL Analyst Sam Monson joins JMV to go around the NFL with some news including Jadeveon Clowney going to the Browns before discussing the NFL Draft. He explains the deepest position group, what he thinks about Jim Irsay wanting to find a starting CB in this draft, and who he has the Colts picking in his mock draft. (1:10:29-1:23:18)-JMV answers some listener questions about IMS President Doug Boles alluding to JMV DJing at Carb Day this May and takes a call about the Colts about the importance of LT’s having 33 inch arms (1:23:18-1:49:13)-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to discuss what he think the Colts should do at #21 in the draft, his thoughts on Jim Irsay’s comments, and if the NFL players will boycott offseason OTA’s after a few teams have come out and said they won’t participate. (1:49:13-1:57:55)-JMV takes a call about the Colts and what they should do with their 1st round pick and the breaking news that the Indy Fuel won’t play tonight due to ice conditions (1:57:55-1:59:14)-JMV closes out the show and explains why he’s out tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:58)-Bleacher Report OL Expert Brandon Thorn joins JMV to do a deep dive into potential fits for the Colts if they draft one at #21, if they would be able to wait until pick #54 to draft a LT that can start right away, why he thinks Notre Dame LT Liam Eichenberg would be a great fit next to Quenton Nelson, and who reminds him of Anthony Castonzo. (26:58-39:04)-PFF Lead NFL Analyst Sam Monson joins JMV to go around the NFL with some news including Jadeveon Clowney going to the Browns before discussing the NFL Draft. He explains the deepest position group, what he thinks about Jim Irsay wanting to find a starting CB in this draft, and who he has the Colts picking in his mock draft. (39:04-1:05:39)-Jake Query to talk about Slick Leonard, Robin Miller choking up while being on with JMV discussing it Tuesday, and his spot in Indianapolis sports history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-30:08)-– JMV opens the show with a reflection on the Pacers Radio Broadcast vs the Clippers that took time to honor Slick’s life, the amount of stories everyone has having interacted with Slick around Indy, and his thoughts on the Pacers falling to the Clippers. (30:08-44:58)-JMV takes a call about Slick taking a couple young boys into the Pacers locker-room to get autographs from the players back when he was the coach of the Pacers. He then takes some questions about the amount of blame Nate Bjorkgren should take for the Pacers struggles while Nate McMillan and the Hawks are the #4 seed in the East. (44:58-1:09:54)-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to discuss the plans for the TV broadcast to honor Slick after not having the game vs the Clippers, if he thinks the Pacers game vs Houston is a “must win” for their chances to get out of the play-in tournament, the problems with the lineup in the 4th quarter, and if Denari is a fan of “tanking” if the playoff picture is looking bleak. (1:09:54-1:21:18)-JMV gets a question about donkey basketball and a call about Slick’s impact on people he came in contact with. (1:21:18-1:51:26)-107.5 The Fan’s Kevin Bowen joins JMV to 1st stoop in some Reds misery before discussing Jim Irsay’s comments about the Colts draft and the possibility Justin Houston comes back, if the Colts “excuse” of Luck’s surprise retirement are over, and why it’s better for the future of the Pacers to miss the playoffs and get a top 10 pick in a deep NBA Draft. (1:51:26-1:56:11)-JMV answers listener questions and comments about the need to win now for the Colts, why he’s so confident Turner would be traded over Sabonis if a decision was made by Kevin Pritchard, and JMV unveils a “hidden talent” he hasn’t said on-air before (1:56:11-1:57:54)-JMV closes out the show with a preview of tomorrow and a quick call about Slick’s ABA days See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-18:52)-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV to discuss the plans for the TV broadcast to honor Slick after not having the game vs the Clippers, if he thinks the Pacers game vs Houston is a “must win” for their chances to get out of the play-in tournament, the problems with the lineup in the 4th quarter, and if Denari is a fan of “tanking” if the playoff picture is looking bleak. (18:52-44:27)-107.5 The Fan’s Kevin Bowen joins JMV to 1st stoop in some Reds misery before discussing Jim Irsay’s comments about the Colts draft and the possibility Justin Houston comes back, if the Colts “excuse” of Luck’s surprise retirement are over, and why it’s better for the future of the Pacers to miss the playoffs and get a top 10 pick in a deep NBA Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:20)-JMV reflects on the life and legacy of Bobby “Slick” Leonard after his passing this morning and why he is the most influential sports figure in the history of Indianapolis. JMV is then joined by former Pacer and player under Slick, Bob Netolicky to get his perspective on Slick as a coach and some stories of the type of man he was behind the scenes. (27:20-39:06)-JMV reads listener emails and tweets about the impact of Slick Leonard on their life and listening to him on Pacers Radio Broadcasts (39:06-46:12)-JMV takes a phone call about Slick and some of the great memories of Pacers Radio Broadcasts in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. (46:12-1:15:58)-Close Friend of Slick Leonard Robin Miller joins JMV to tell stories about the life of Slick, how he saved the Pacers from leaving Indianapolis, the details of the telethon, and Slick taking a young Robin Miller under his wing while he was the Head Coach of the Pacers. (1:15:58-1:25:50)-JMV takes some phone calls and gets stories about Slick getting ejected from a game and sneaking into the nosebleed seats, and selling class rings in the offseason. (1:25:50-1:30:43)-JMV keeps the calls rolling with the impact of Slick on the Indy community (1:30:43-2:04:46)-Having covered the Pacers for decades Mark Montieth of MarkMontieth.com joined JMV to talk about how the telethon came to be that saved the Pacers, how open Slick was to everyone around him, comparing some of Slick’s ABA teams to famous NBA teams, and the chain reaction to Indianapolis sports if Slick Leonard isn’t a part of the Pacers organization, and how Slick came up with the phrase “Boom Baby”  (2:04:46-2:11:20)-JMV finds the lost tape of Slick telling ref Tony Brothers to "get the hell out of here" (2:11:20-2:14:20)-JMV closes out the show with someone who bought a class ring off Slick in the Pacers offseason and 1 last Slick radio clip tribute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:58)-Close Friend of Slick Leonard Robin Miller joins JMV to tell stories about the life of Slick, how he saved the Pacers from leaving Indianapolis, the details of the telethon, and Slick taking a young Robin Miller under his wing while he was the Head Coach of the Pacers. (26:58-39:04)-JMV is then joined by former Pacer and player under Slick, Bob Netolicky to get his perspective on Slick as a coach and some stories of the type of man he was behind the scenes. (39:04-1:05:39)-Having covered the Pacers for decades Mark Montieth of MarkMontieth.com joined JMV to talk about how the telethon came to be that saved the Pacers, how open Slick was to everyone around him, comparing some of Slick’s ABA teams to famous NBA teams, and the chain reaction to Indianapolis sports if Slick Leonard isn’t a part of the Pacers organization, and how Slick came up with the phrase “Boom Baby”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-24:54)-Kevin Bowen is filling in for JMV and starts out the show with his thoughts on The Masters, why he was disappointed by the lack of drama on Sunday, what Matsuyama’s win means for Japan and the potential lanes it can open up for future Japanese golfers. He then transitions to the Pacers and their 3 game win streak, comparing TJ Warren and Caris LeVert, and where the Pacers need to get to feel safely in the playoff picture. (24:54-37:42)-KB takes some time to talk about the Colts NFL Draft options, why Ballard hasn’t brought in another free agent DE, the amount of pressure on Kemoko Turay, and if Parris Campbell or Turay is more important to the team next season (37:42-47:46)-Kevin Bowen opens up the phone lines to talk about the Colts draft options, the playbook options for Wentz vs what it was for Rivers, if Jared Veldheer would be a legit option at LT after a good game vs the Bills in the playoffs for the Colts, and if the Pacers have an issue with keeping players healthy. (47:46-1:10:02)-Lead NFL Draft Analyst for PFF Mike Renner joins KB to do a deep dive into the OL and DE positions, how many guys can step in and start at LT on day 1, the questions marks for each DE prospect that will go in round 1, the drop off at TE after Kyle Pitts, where he thinks local products Rondale Moore and Pete Werner will go in the draft, and if Notre Dame Liam Eichenberg has the arm length to play LT after a surprising pro day. (1:10:02-1:27:47)-SiriusXM Golf Analyst Will Haskett joins KB to recap The Masters including some of the key moments on Sunday that clinched the win for Matsuyama, the little bit of drama on 15 leading to the par 3 16th, comparing Matsuyama’s win to Japan winning a World Cup in soccer, and the biggest disappointment in the tournament. (1:27:47-1:51:20)-Bally Sports Indiana’s Jeremiah Johnson joins KB to talk about the offensive flow during the 3 game win streak, what made TV Voice Chris Denari the most angry he’s been in years during a Pacers game, what the lineup will be when the roster is fully healthy in crunch time, and the ceiling for this team. (1:51:20-2:03:20)-KB talks about The Athletic story about the dysfunction of the Eagles last year, including some tidbits about new Colts QB Carson Wentz, the role Frank Reich had in the wheels coming off after he left in 2018, and a call about why the Colts need to draft Rondale Moore (2:03:20-2:08:05)-KB closes out the show with the news that Kawhi Leonard will not play tomorrow vs the Pacers, and a couple listener tweets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-18:27)-Lead NFL Draft Analyst for PFF Mike Renner joins KB to do a deep dive into the OL and DE positions, how many guys can step in and start at LT on day 1, the questions marks for each DE prospect that will go in round 1, the drop off at TE after Kyle Pitts, where he thinks local products Rondale Moore and Pete Werner will go in the draft, and if Notre Dame Liam Eichenberg has the arm length to play LT after a surprising pro day. (18:27-34:10)-SiriusXM Golf Analyst Will Haskett joins KB to recap The Masters including some of the key moments on Sunday that clinched the win for Matsuyama, the little bit of drama on 15 leading to the par 3 16th, comparing Matsuyama’s win to Japan winning a World Cup in soccer, and the biggest disappointment in the tournament. (34:10-55:27)-Bally Sports Indiana’s Jeremiah Johnson joins KB to talk about the offensive flow during the 3 game win streak, what made TV Voice Chris Denari the most angry he’s been in years during a Pacers game, what the lineup will be when the roster is fully healthy in crunch time, and the ceiling for this team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-30:58) – JMV starts out the show discussing the Pacers and the opportunity to go on a run vs lesser competition and make a playoff push in a jumbled Eastern Conference, and if the Pacers can expect TJ McConnell to contribute at the level he has recently for the remainder of the season. (30:58-45:41) – Indiana Sports Talk Host Bob Lovell joins JMV to discuss Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb hoping for fans at the Indy500 including how many tickets have already been sold, if the NCAA would consider having another complete NCAA Tournament here in Indiana, and Bob impresses with his DMX movie knowledge. (45:41-50:24) – JMV opens up the phone line to talk about TJ McConnell playing at All-Star pace recently and comparing him to 76ers PG Ben Simmons (50:24-1:19:34) – Host of the Pacers podcast “Setting the Pace” Alex Golden joins JMV to show through numbers the impact TJ McConnell makes for the Pacers, why Alex would rather bring back McConnell over McDermott next year, if the Pacers will back their way into a playoff spot and an early exit like previous years, and they have a Turner vs Sabonis debate. (1:19:34-1:31:58) – JMV answers listener tweets about the Pacers defense in previous years compared to this year, some appreciation for Long John Silvers, Luka Garza being the Pacers center of the future, and if the NBA should take issue with stars only going to a few teams. (1:31:58-1:57:51) – ESPN.com’s Mike Wells joins JMV to discuss how Dezmon Patmon and Jacob Eason are both wildcards, why people continue to watch the struggling Indiana Pacers, and they go back and forth on whether or not there should be any excitement around the Colts in the upcoming draft. (1:57:51-2:06:42) – JMV answers a call from a guy comparing the current Indiana Pacers situation to past situations that other teams had in the NBA, whether it’s possible for the Reds to average more runs than the Bengals, and previews Cincinnati’s game against the Diamondbacks. (2:06:42-2:09:17) – JMV wraps up today’s show with one last call to give his input on Captain D’s vs Long John Silvers and gives his take on the Quenton Nelson switch to left tackle and previews his JMV Takeover that you can here tomorrow night on B105.7 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-11:47)-Indiana Sports Talk Host Bob Lovell joins JMV to discuss Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb hoping for fans at the Indy500 including how many tickets have already been sold, if the NCAA would consider having another complete NCAA Tournament here in Indiana, and Bob impresses with his DMX movie knowledge. (11:47-31:06)-Host of the Pacers podcast “Setting the Pace” Alex Golden joins JMV to show through numbers the impact TJ McConnell makes for the Pacers, why Alex would rather bring back McConnell over McDermott next year, if the Pacers will back their way into a playoff spot and an early exit like previous years, and they have a Turner vs Sabonis debate. (31:06-55:16)-ESPN.com’s Mike Wells joins JMV to discuss how Dezmon Patmon and Jacob Eason are both wildcards, why people continue to watch the struggling Indiana Pacers, and they go back and forth on whether or not there should be any excitement around the Colts in the upcoming draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-30:14)-JMV starts out the show with his analysis of the Pacers win vs the Timberwolves last night, if TJ McConnell is the most vital Pacer on the roster,  and why he’s confident the Pacers will trade someone this offseason. He then gives props to the Indiana Fever for their awesome new uniforms that have taken over Twitter, and discuss some of the great TV shows based off of towns in Indiana. (30:04-39:46)-JMV takes some calls about the Pacers and if TJ McConnell should be moved to the starting lineup,  and how he meshes with players compared to Brogdon when they play Point Guard. (39:46-48:16)-JMV takes a call about the Colts Draft options, if they need to take a TE in the first couple rounds to bolster the position group and the entertaining “Anything Goes” segment from yesterday. (48:16-1:09:30)-Colts WR Zach Pascal joins JMV to talk about the Colts bringing him back in restricted free agency, his thoughts after catching passes from Carson Wentz a few times, how he compares to Philip Rivers, his thoughts on TY Hilton coming back, and the chip on his shoulder with people doubting him. (1:09:30-1:26:14)-JMV answers listener tweets and then takes a call about TJ McConnell and if Pacers are doomed if he’s a crucial piece to the team’s success. (1:26:14-1:52:53)-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to discuss if the odds are greater that the Colts stay at #21 or move back, what the Colts goal should be for the first couple rounds, if they have to take a LT at #21 if they stay there, what the plan is at DE and if any veteran players out there in free agency would be a fit if Justin Houston doesn’t return, and if Wentz or Darnold will be more successful in their new homes (1:52:53-2:04:01)-JMV talks about the NBA Draft and why the Pacers need a guard like Baylor’s Davion Mitchell and a caller questions why after dominating the tournament he isn’t a top 10 lock. (2:04:01-2:09:18)-JMV closes out the show with a couple calls on the Pacers and what they should do for next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-15:33)-Colts WR Zach Pascal joins JMV to talk about the Colts bringing him back in restricted free agency, his thoughts after catching passes from Carson Wentz a few times, how he compares to Philip Rivers, his thoughts on TY Hilton coming back, and the chip on his shoulder with people doubting him. (15:33-37:02)-CBS4/Fox59’s Mike Chappell joins JMV to discuss if the odds are greater that the Colts stay at #21 or move back, what the Colts goal should be for the first couple rounds, if they have to take a LT at #21 if they stay there, what the plan is at DE and if any veteran players out there in free agency would be a fit if Justin Houston doesn’t return, and if Wentz or Darnold will be more successful in their new homes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:56) – JMV starts out the show talking about the poor Pacers effort vs the Bulls, injuries to 3 of the most important players, and why they have struggled at home so far this season. He then talks about the hot start for the Reds and their offensive abilities 6 games into the season. (25:56-44:16) – JMV takes a call about the Pacers and a possible answer for why they didn’t do anything at the trade deadline and if the Pacers can run it back next season with this same roster (44:16-1:13:19) -  Bally Sports Indiana’s Jeremiah Johnson joins JMV to talk about the Pacers injuries and when Malcolm Brogdon hurt his hip, why the Pacers have struggled at home, if the team is running out of steam heading down the stretch, and Calbert Cheaney lighting into the team last Saturday night vs San Antonio. (1:13:19-1:22:51) – JMV answers listener questions about some of the great baseball movies and recalls some of the stories John Cusack told him about Charlie Sheen here in Indy while filming “Eight Men Out” in the late 80s. He then gets a question about Chris Ballard and the Colts asking why the fans are so in love with him after only 1 playoff win in 4 years (1:22:51-1:52:54) – 1075thefan.com’s Kevin Bowen joins JMV to give his pick for the Masters that starts tomorrow, discuss whether or not the Pacers are tanking via injury or if the players are all seriously injured, and take a look back at the lack of activity by the Pacers at the trade deadline. (1:52:54-2:04:35) – NBC Sports and Golf Channel analyst Notah Begay joins JMV from Augusta to explain whether or not JMV’s pick of Jon Rahm is a good pick, shares who he bet on to win the Masters, and whether or not we will see Tiger Woods get back to a high level of play again (if he even plays again). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.