The Ride with JMV Podcast

(00:00-24:38)-JMV is joined by Jake Query of the IMS Radio Network to talk about his legacy and what he meant to the Indianapolis sports fan. They then trade stories about some of the great things Robin Miller did during his life that encapsulated who he was.   (24:38-49:42)-Colts Radio Analyst Rick Venturi joins JMV to talk about his relationship with Robin Miller and how they went from adversaries while Rick was a Colts coach and Robin was a columnist at the IndyStar to great friends. Rick and JMV then dive into some Colts training camp observations and Rick explains why he’s optimistic about Carson Wentz playing in Week 1 and being a top tier NFL QB again, how uneasy he feels about the LT until Erik Fisher returns, and Rick’s thoughts on the Eason vs Ehlinger battle. (49:42-1:03:08)-Colts S Julian Blackmon joins JMV to go through his 2nd Colts training camp, how his routine to get ready has changed after his ACL injury 2 years ago, why he’s taken on the mantle of team leader for the secondary, and what he thinks the defense needs to perfect in order to be a top defense in the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:06)-JMV starts the show reflecting on the 2 year anniversary of Andrew Luck retiring on the eve of the season and the whirlwind that ensued in his wake. He then reacts to IU getting a top 25 recruit and the momentum of the program heading into the season. (28:06-43:20)-Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to recap the exciting Week 1 of Indiana HSFB from over the weekend. They then discuss about what Greg has seen from Carson Wentz in his first 2 days back from injury, if the Colts should feel comfortable with Eason as the backup QB, and the final position battles to make the 53 man roster. (43:20-1:10:55)-PFF Director of Content Austin Gayle joins JMV to re-calibrate the Colts season expectations if both Wentz and Nelson play week 1, the ceiling for Jonathan Taylor and where he ranks in the NFL for RB’s, and why the Colts defense doesn’t get enough attention nationally. They then go around the NFL and talk about if there is a level of concern with Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars, Jameis Winston’s great play and the QB battle in NO, and the Titans greatest weakness. (1:10:55-1:18:20)-JMV answers a question about why Mike Woodson has been able to recruit so well for IU before even coaching a game. (1:18:20-1:39:58)-CFB Guru Phil Steele joins JMV as they do a CFB Mega Preview. They hit on whether or not IU can reach fan and Tom Allen’s expectations after a strong 2020 season, if Jeff Brohm and Purdue can rebound, if the Ball State Cardinals can repeat as MAC Champions, and if Notre Dame can withstand only returning 9 starters and make a run at the College Football Playoff. (1:30:58-1:56:06)-JMV reacts to questions about where he was when the news of Luck retiring dropped and the flood of calls and texts he had to wade through that night. (1:56:06-1:58:33)-JMV closes out the show giving away Zac Brown Band tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-19:53)-CFB Guru Phil Steele joins JMV as they do a CFB Mega Preview. They hit on whether or not IU can reach fan and Tom Allen’s expectations after a strong 2020 season, if Jeff Brohm and Purdue can rebound, if the Ball State Cardinals can repeat as MAC Champions, and if Notre Dame can withstand only returning 9 starters and make a run at the College Football Playoff (19:53-38:06)-PFF Director of Content Austin Gayle joins JMV to re-calibrate the Colts season expectations if both Wentz and Nelson play week 1, the ceiling for Jonathan Taylor and where he ranks in the NFL for RB’s, and why the Colts defense doesn’t get enough attention nationally. They then go around the NFL and talk about if there is a level of concern with Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars, Jameis Winston’s great play and the QB battle in NO, and the Titans greatest weakness. (38:06-51:48)-Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to recap the exciting Week 1 of Indiana HSFB from over the weekend. They then discuss about what Greg has seen from Carson Wentz in his first 2 days back from injury, if the Colts should feel comfortable with Eason as the backup QB, and the final position battles to make the 53 man roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:21)-JMV starts the show with the good news that both Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson surprisingly returned to practice and looked more mobile than expected only 3 weeks removed from foot surgery. JMV wonders if the Colts can be lucky enough to have all 3 of Wentz, Nelson, and LT Erik Fisher in the starting lineup for Week 1, and his takeaways from preseason game #2. (26:21-42:33)-– 2-Time Gold Glove Winner Reds Catcher Tucker Barnhart joins JMV to talk about the Reds resurgence and in the playoff hunt for the 1st time in a while, how Joey Votto has continued his incredible hot streak since the All-Star break, and if this is the best team he’s been a part of since he started with Cincinnati. (42:33-1:06:50)-JMV is joined by Jake Query and they talk about Carson Wentz’s return to practice in a limited capacity. Jake wants to push pause on Colts fans excitement and wonders how limited the offense will be if he’s able to play Week 1 due to lack of practice and playing with a new team. They then talk about whether the Colts roster is talented enough to keep the Colts in the playoff hunt even if Wentz starts out slowly or doesn’t play to expectations, and whether or not Purdue Pete is creepy after he was voted the #1 creepiest mascot in America. (1:06:50-1:17:24)-– JMV opens up the phone lines and gets an interesting story about a guy who declined some original Star Wars storyboards before the movie’s debut in 1977 and another caller that disagrees with JMV that Eason has won the backup job over Sam Ehlinger. (1:17:24-1:37:38)-Colts TE Jack Doyle joins JMV to dive into the Colts preseason including the depth of the Colts team from now to when he first joined the team in 2013, why he isn’t a huge fan of the 2nd day of joint practices, how he gets his body ready to play as he get older, and if he’s a fan of the NFL going down to 3 preseason games. (1:37:38-1:50:38)-JMV recaps the news of the day and whether or not he thinks Carson Wentz will suit up and play week 1 for the Colts. (1:50:38-1:57:09)-JMV closes out the show giving away Zac Brown Band tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-22:41)-JMV is joined by Jake Query and they talk about Carson Wentz’s return to practice in a limited capacity. Jake wants to push pause on Colts fans excitement and wonders how limited the offense will be if he’s able to play Week 1 due to lack of practice and playing with a new team. They then talk about whether the Colts roster is talented enough to keep the Colts in the playoff hunt even if Wentz starts out slowly or doesn’t play to expectations, and whether or not Purdue Pete is creepy after he was voted the #1 creepiest mascot in America. (22:41-36:51)-2-Time Gold Glove Winner Reds Catcher Tucker Barnhart joins JMV to talk about the Reds resurgence and in the playoff hunt for the 1st time in a while, how Joey Votto has continued his incredible hot streak since the All-Star break, and if this is the best team he’s been a part of since he started with Cincinnati. (36:51-50:01)-Colts TE Jack Doyle joins JMV to dive into the Colts preseason including the depth of the Colts team from now to when he first joined the team in 2013, why he isn’t a huge fan of the 2nd day of joint practices, how he gets his body ready to play as he get older, and if he’s a fan of the NFL going down to 3 preseason games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-22:33)-JMV starts the show with Brent Holverson and they go around the NFL and discuss some of the main storylines for teams and are surprised by popular twitter Colts follow Bobby Jefferson! He joins to go over some of the biggest worries for the Colts going into the season. (22:33-38:05)-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk on the start of High School Football Season in Indiana! They go through some of the best matchups in Week 1 and why they always deliver some of the best games of the year, how COVID has affected Week 1, and some of the teams to watch for the State Title this year. (38:05-1:00:03)-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and they have to start their conversation about what he’s going to do while JMV’s daughter and 10 other girls are at his house for a basketball team sleepover. They then dive into Colts conversation about whether Jacob Eason can wrap up the #1 QB job while Wentz is out vs the Vikings, what Chris Ballard was thinking while bringing in some of these LT options,  and if WR Michael Strachan is different than some of the former “Training Camp Pro Bowlers” fans have been hyped about in the past. (1:00:03-1:11:38)-Ryan Stults from New Belgium Brewing joins JMV and explains why breweries are already putting out their fall beer collection, at what point most people stop drinking pumpkin beer, reflect on the unique ways to get beer in college, and wonder how many people still sleep in a water bed. (1:11:38-1:14:59)-JMV is joined by Brent Holverson and his daughter Sage! (1:14:59-1:38:40)-JMV is joined by Coach Kent Murphy and 2017 World Series Champion Josh Reddick and they talk about how they became friends years ago, why MLB players find Coach Kent Murphy so funny, what happened partying in Arizona during Spring Training, and what he thinks about MLB players pimping Home Runs today. (1:38:40-1:48:24)-JMV is joined by Brent Holverson and Ryan Nally from Joes Grille and they talk about the resurgence in the restaurant industry after COVID. (1:48:24-1:54:26)-JMV closes out the show with final thoughts and a special private concert at IMS with Styx! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-16:12)-JMV is joined by Coach Kent Murphy and 2017 World Series Champion Josh Reddick and they talk about how they became friends years ago, why MLB players find Coach Kent Murphy so funny, what happened partying in Arizona during Spring Training, and what he thinks about MLB players pimping Home Runs today. (16:12-34:54)-ESPN’s Mike Wells joins JMV and they have to start their conversation about what he’s going to do while JMV’s daughter and 10 other girls are at his house for a basketball team sleepover. They then dive into Colts conversation about whether Jacob Eason can wrap up the #1 QB job while Wentz is out vs the Vikings, what Chris Ballard was thinking while bringing in some of these LT options,  and if WR Michael Strachan is different than some of the former “Training Camp Pro Bowlers” fans have been hyped about in the past. (34:54-46:59)-Indiana Sports Talk’s Bob Lovell joins JMV to talk on the start of High School Football Season in Indiana! They go through some of the best matchups in Week 1 and why they always deliver some of the best games of the year, how COVID has affected Week 1, and some of the teams to watch for the State Title this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:44)-JMV opens up the show with an explanation why the Colts and Colts fans need to be more concerned about who is playing LT to start the regular season and not who is at QB, what percentage of Colts fans think Carson Wentz will play Week 1 and Erik Fisher plays Week 1, and why all though it’s Summer League, it’s promising that both the Pacers 1st round draft picks played really well. (27:44-44:48)-Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins JMV and JMV tells the story about the time the lead singer of Puddle of Mudd tried to kiss his wife after a concert in Kokomo. They then dive into the QB battle and both QB’s having great days throwing the ball, if the radio broadcast crew will be traveling with the team for road games, and Topps not making MLB cards after 70 years. (44:48-1:10:11)-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV and they talk about how the Pacers 2 1st round picks looked in Summer League, the intangible that Chris Duarte has that will allow him to play in a playoff game as a rookie, if it’s looking more increasingly likely that the Pacers make no major trades before the season, and his thoughts on the Malice at the Palace Netflix documentary. (1:10:11-1:21:14)-JMV takes calls about the best AC/DC song of all time on the 41 year anniversary of “You Shook Me All Night Long” and Chris Duarte getting Pacers fans excited for the resume. Chris Hagan of Fox59 then calls in to get JMV to go with him to the Hall & Oates concert at Ruoff tonight. (1:21:14-1:48:51)-Mike Chappell from CBS4/Fox59 joins JMV to dive into when C Ryan Kelly will be back on the practice field after expectations he would return this week, if the LT Week 1 is currently on the roster, Ehlinger getting reps vs a 1st team defense in the Vikings on Saturday, how many starters will play in the last 2 preseason games, and if he thinks there will be any surprising cuts. (1:48:51-1:57:25)-JMV opens up the phone lines to talk about Colts WR options that they can stash on the practice squad, if there are more Cubs or Reds fans in Indiana, and someone tries to stump him about a one hit wonder band in the 80s. (1:57:25-2:01:28)-JMV closes out the show giving away Megadeath & Lamb of God tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-15:52)-Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor joins JMV and JMV tells the story about the time the lead singer of Puddle of Mudd tried to kiss his wife after a concert in Kokomo. They then dive into the QB battle and both QB’s having great days throwing the ball, if the radio broadcast crew will be traveling with the team for road games, and Topps not making MLB cards after 70 years. (15:52-33:50)-TV Voice of the Pacers Chris Denari joins JMV and they talk about how the Pacers 2 1st round picks looked in Summer League, the intangible that Chris Duarte has that will allow him to play in a playoff game as a rookie, if it’s looking more increasingly likely that the Pacers make no major trades before the season, and his thoughts on the Malice at the Palace Netflix documentary. (33:50-59:41)-Mike Chappell from CBS4/Fox59 joins JMV to dive into when C Ryan Kelly will be back on the practice field after expectations he would return this week, if the LT Week 1 is currently on the roster, Ehlinger getting reps vs a 1st team defense in the Vikings on Saturday, how many starters will play in the last 2 preseason games, and if he thinks there will be any surprising cuts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:53)-JMV starts the show with a wide view lens in talking about the Colts QB position and why the constant conversation about whether Eason or Ehlinger should be QB2 will be nonexistent by the time Carson Wentz takes the field. In the meantime, JMV makes the case that unless preseason game #2 is a disaster, Jacob Eason deserves to take a majority of the reps until Wentz returns. (29:53-41:31)-JMV opens up the phone line and talk about whether or not the Colts can have a top 5 defense and why the DE position and putting pressure on the QB will be the #1 determining factor on the success of the defense this year. He also answers a question to why Eason had a better game than Ehlinger vs the Panthers. (41:31-1:02:57)-Of Roush Fenway Racing Ryan Newman joins JMV in studio to talk about the Indiana Donor Network while reflecting on his crash at Daytona that had nearly fatal consequences and how the death of Bryan Clauson in 2016 changed his perspective about organ donation. (1:02:57-1:19:13)-JMV answers some questions about Colts players who are names to target in your fantasy football draft and whether or not the hype for WR Michael Strachan has gotten out of control.  (1:19:13-1:48:59)-The Fan Morning Show Host Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about whether or not the Colts need to commit to Jacob Eason so he can maximize his reps, why Strachan isn’t like previous unheralded WR’s that fizzled out for the Colts, is the Colts LT currently on the roster until Erik Fisher returns, and the biggest question mark on the defense. (1:48:59-1:56:36)-JMV closes out the show with the return of “Anything Goes”! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:41)-The Fan Morning Show Host Kevin Bowen joins JMV to talk about whether or not the Colts need to commit to Jacob Eason so he can maximize his reps, why Strachan isn’t like previous unheralded WR’s that fizzled out for the Colts, is the Colts LT currently on the roster until Erik Fisher returns, and the biggest question mark on the defense. (28:41-49:40)-Of Roush Fenway Racing Ryan Newman joins JMV in studio to talk about the Indiana Donor Network while reflecting on his crash at Daytona that had nearly fatal consequences and how the death of Bryan Clauson in 2016 changed his perspective about organ donation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:40)-JMV starts the show previewing his conversation with DE Kemoko Turay later and why he’s a key for the overall success of the defense like Parris Campbell is for the offense, Jacob Eason looking strong in practice and if that combined with his play in preseason game #1 puts to bed the talk about bringing in a veteran QB. (27:40-45:39)-TV Preseason Voice for the Colts Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about if the broadcasters will be able to travel with the teams or be stuck in a studio back in Indy, what Jacob Eason did today in camp that gives the Colts more confidence about his ability, if there is a chance that LT Erik Fisher will be ready to play earlier than expected, and if Colts fans need to be more worried about the DE position without Justin Houston and Denico Autry on the team. (45:39-49:12)-Jeffrey Gorman from the Colts Radio Pregame show calls in to make fun of JMV chugging Bud Lights during the Colts pregame show on Sunday and challenges him to take on Blue with a football throwing contest from the 400 level in Lucas Oil Stadium. (49:12-1:16:23)-Director of Content at PFF Austin Gayle joins JMV to talk about Jacob Eason being the #1 QB per PFF Rankings in Week 1 of the preseason, why how the Colts use Parris Campbell is imperative to his success, some big names around the NFL that may get cut before the regular season, and how many of the rookie QB’s will start right away. (1:16:23-1:25:39)-JMV opens up the phone lines to talk about IUFB’s ceiling this year, if Notre Dame can make the CFB Playoff, and more! (1:25:39-1:45:57)-JMV is joined by Colts DE Kemoko Turay to talk about his role in the DL room with Justin Houston and Denico Autry no longer on the team, why he needed another offseason surgery on his ankle to finally get him back to 100%, how hampered he was by the ankle injury last year still, how his routine has changed since entering the NFL, and what he’s taken from some of the best D Lineman he’s played with so far. (1:45:57-2:04:43)-JMV takes some calls about the Colts WR depth and who might be the odd man out when the team has to be cut down to 53 and the Goodyear blimp that has mysteriously appeared in Indy and what it’s doing here. (2:04:43-2:06:05)-JMV closes out the show giving tickets away to Megadeath and Lamb of God! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-7:32)-JMV is joined by Colts DE Kemoko Turay to talk about his role in the DL room with Justin Houston and Denico Autry no longer on the team, why he needed another offseason surgery on his ankle to finally get him back to 100%, how hampered he was by the ankle injury last year still, how his routine has changed since entering the NFL, and what he’s taken from some of the best D Lineman he’s played with so far. (7:32-29:41)-Director of Content at PFF Austin Gayle joins JMV to talk about Jacob Eason being the #1 QB per PFF Rankings in Week 1 of the preseason, why how the Colts use Parris Campbell is imperative to his success, some big names around the NFL that may get cut before the regular season, and how many of the rookie QB’s will start right away. (29:41-45:07)-TV Preseason Voice for the Colts Greg Rakestraw joins JMV to talk about if the broadcasters will be able to travel with the teams or be stuck in a studio back in Indy, what Jacob Eason did today in camp that gives the Colts more confidence about his ability, if there is a chance that LT Erik Fisher will be ready to play earlier than expected, and if Colts fans need to be more worried about the DE position without Justin Houston and Denico Autry on the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-29:22)- JMV opens up the show with his full thoughts on the Colts 1st preseason game vs the Panthers including the Eason vs Ehlinger battle, LT being a disaster, flashes from some WR's, and getting out of the game fairly healthy. (29:22-43:26)-JMV opens up the phone lines and gets asked about why the Colts can’t bring back the LT that played in the Bills playoff game last season, the originator of the JMVSUX catch phrase, and more! (43:26-1:08:28)-Jake Query from the IMS Radio Network joins JMV and they start their conversation with the Colts QB Battle between Ehlinger and Eason. They discuss why both QB’s impressed in their own ways and seemed to relieve some Colts fans fears in case Carson Wentz isn’t available to play early in the regular season. As they seemingly do every time, they dive into some off the cuff conversation about Jake getting his running shoes stolen in Nashville and his thoughts on the IMS IndyCar and NASCAR weekend. (1:08:28-1:17:21)-JMV is joined by a few of the head honchos of The Big Green Egg to talk about BBQing taking off over the last few decades, and Brian gets JMV excited when he tells him how to smoke his favorite food of all time, oysters.  (1:17:21-1:44:04)-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV to talk about Jacob Eason impressing and what he did that was an improvement from training camp, if the LT options are an absolute disaster, why the Colts are optimistic about Wentz’s recovery timeline, and if the Colts need to be concerned after another coach is out with COVID. (1:44:04-1:53:47)-JMV takes some calls about Jacob Eason and gives his thoughts on Big Joe not being part of the Fan Morning Show going forward. (1:53:47-1:57:17)-JMV closes out the show giving away Megadeath & Lamb of God tickets! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-22:56)-Jake Query from the IMS Radio Network joins JMV and they start their conversation with the Colts QB Battle between Ehlinger and Eason. They discuss why both QB’s impressed in their own ways and seemed to relieve some Colts fans fears in case Carson Wentz isn’t available to play early in the regular season. As they seemingly do every time, they dive into some off the cuff conversation about Jake getting his running shoes stolen in Nashville and his thoughts on the IMS IndyCar and NASCAR weekend. (22:56-47:45)-The Athletics’ Stephen Holder joins JMV to talk about Jacob Eason impressing and what he did that was an improvement from training camp, if the LT options are an absolute disaster, why the Colts are optimistic about Wentz’s recovery timeline, and if the Colts need to be concerned after another coach is out with COVID. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.