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Kick off your mornings with Kevin Bowen, Jeff RIckard, and James Boyd—three powerhouse voices bringing energy, expertise, and passion to Indianapolis sports radio. Kevin Bowen, a lifelong Indy native, brings 14 years of Colts coverage and deep ties to local sports. James Boyd, Colts reporter for The Athletic, also offers sharp insights on the Colts. Jeff Rickard rounds out the bunch as a nationally acclaimed host and longtime Indy resident, adds unmatched experience in sports media and play-by-play. Together, they deliver lively debates, expert analysis, and all the excitement for all Indy sports teams that fans crave. Don’t miss the dynamic trio that’s redefining mornings in sports radio!

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Friday 4/24: Lots of Indiana flavor in Night 1 of the Draft, Colts on the clock & more!

4/24/2026
00:00 – 11:24– A lot of local Indiana flavor in Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Mendoza goes #1/Jeremiyah Love to the Cardinals/Thieneman to the Bears/Cooper to the Jets, biggest takeaways from last night, Ty Simpson goes to the Rams at 13 11:25 – 23:11 – Morning Checkdown 23:12 – 41:58 – NFL Draft Night 1 recap: did any moves affect what the Colts could do, AFC South picks last night, the Jets end up with three first-round picks last night including Omar Cooper, how far is too far back for the Colts if they decide to trade back tonight? 41:59 -1:11:30 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Dillon Thieneman’s historic selection, his memories of Omar Cooper Jr. and Thieneman, high school shot clocks, draft thoughts, Morning Checkdown 1:11:31 – 1:19:10 – What is a successful night for the Colts?, the trade back dilemma 1:19:11 – 1:26:14 – Dillon Thieneman goes to the Bears at 25, Brandon Phillips signing a one-day contract with the Reds, the one time James left a job, the cost of LEGOs 1:26:15- 1:49:31 – Recap of Night 1 of the NFL Draft, is it best player available for the Colts if they stay at 47?, Ty Simpson goes 13th to the Rams and Sean McVay sounded less than thrilled, Chiefs add defense, Jeremiyah Love lands at Arizona but how will he do?, Carnell Tate goes to the Titans, Morning Checkdown 1:49:32 – 2:01:22 – Pat Boylan joins us to talk Fever and Pacers and discusses his role with the Fever having every game on national television, Kelsey Mitchell’s journey with the Fever, Pacers season and draft discussion 2:01:23 – 2:03:28 – Ferando Mendoza’s LinkedIn commercial, what do Colts do tonight? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:03:28

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Best of Friday 4/24: Local flavor rules Night 1 of the Draft and now the Colts are on the clock!

4/24/2026
00:00 – 18:53 – NFL Draft Night 1 recap: did any moves affect what the Colts could do, AFC South picks last night, the Jets end up with three first-round picks last night including Omar Cooper, how far is too far back for the Colts if they decide to trade back tonight? 18:54 – 34:11 - ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses Night 1 of the NFL Draft, Dillon Thieneman’s historic selection, his memories of Omar Cooper Jr. and Thieneman, high school shot clocks, draft thoughts 34:12 – 45:48 - Pat Boylan joins us to talk Fever and Pacers and discusses his role with the Fever having every game on national television, Kelsey Mitchell’s journey with the Fever, Pacers season and draft discussion Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:49

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Thursday 4/23: NFL Draft is here! Colts thoughts, Hoosiers on the clock + Fever media day!

4/23/2026
00:00 – 11:32 – The NFL Draft is tonight, Fever have all 44 games on national TV, Caitlin Clark’s “team photo” of reporters, will Colts fans watch the NFL Draft tonight despite no first-round pick?, will Anthony Richardson or Kenny Moore be dealt? 11:33 – 21:53 – Morning Checkdown 21:54 – 41:08– NFL Draft talk: any chance the Colts find their way into Round 1 tonight?, Chris Ballard discussed where he thinks what positions have depth in this year’s draft class 41:09 – 1:09:40 – Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts joins us to discuss the NFL Draft, what round (if any) would he understand if the Colts drafted a QB, how high of a need is cornerback?, should they trade for Jonathan Greenard?, the importance of hitting on the early picks, best fits for Anarumo’s defense, how many draft picks do the Colts end up with?, caller asked about Sauce Gardner trade and needed some realistic optimism, Morning Checkdown 1:09:41 – 1:15:38 – James’ mock draft on The Athletic, Kevin wants the Colts to draft a running back out of Navy, can the Jaguars leap the Texans in division supremacy?, DeForest Buckner’s injury recovery 1:15:39 – 1:24:06 – AFC South draft watch 1:24:07 – 1:46:15 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses the NBA Playoffs, Caitlin Clark entering Year 3, Fever roster as it stands now, things he learned from media day, best fit for the Pacers if they get a top-4 pick, NBA Playoffs at this point, Morning Checkdown 1:46:16 – 1:57:53 – An NFL Draft edition of I GOTTA KNOW: Where will Jeremiyah Love go, futures of Kenny Moore and Anthony Richardson after this weekend, what position group selection would tick Colts fans off the most, anyway the Colts can earn an “A” grade with this draft class?, will D’Angelo Ponds be on the board when the Colts finally get on the clock? 1:57:54 – 2:03:19 – Could Jeremiyah Love go to the Steelers?, Kevin poses NFL Draft scenario questions Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:03:20

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Best of Thursday 4/23: NFL Draft is here! Colts thoughts + Hoosiers on the clock & I GOTTA KNOW!

4/23/2026
00:00 – 19:22 – NFL Draft talk: any chance the Colts find their way into Round 1 tonight?, Chris Ballard discussed where he thinks what positions have depth in this year’s draft class 19:23 – 32:01 – Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts joins us to discuss the NFL Draft, what round (if any) would he understand if the Colts drafted a QB, how high of a need is cornerback?, should they trade for Jonathan Greenard?, the importance of hitting on the early picks, best fits for Anarumo’s defense, how many draft picks do the Colts end up with?, 32:02 – 40:50 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses the NBA Playoffs, Caitlin Clark entering Year 3, Fever roster as it stands now, things he learned from media day, best fit for the Pacers if they get a top-4 pick 40:51 – 49:19 - An NFL Draft edition of I GOTTA KNOW: Where will Jeremiyah Love go, futures of Kenny Moore and Anthony Richardson after this weekend, what position group selection would tick Colts fans off the most, anyway the Colts can earn an “A” grade with this draft class?, will D’Angelo Ponds be on the board when the Colts finally get on the clock? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:49:20

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Wednesday 4/22: Colts talk at OTA's, NFL Draft inches closer + IU spring game & more!

4/22/2026
00:00 – 13:55 – Colts talk at OTAs, Riley Leonard discussed working out before his wedding, the NFL Draft is right around the corner 13:56 – 26:42 – Morning Checkdown 26:43 – 45:11 – Kevin and Marc reflect on the time they drank mayo and coffee ahead of the Anthony Richardson/Will Levis draft, Colts talk ahead of the draft: Sauce Gardner discusses being the first-round pick the next two seasons for the Colts, the Titans QB depth chart is weird 45:12 – 1:13:29 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the NFL Draft exhaustion, will Kenny Moore or Anthony Richardson be moved by the end of the weekend?, DeForest Buckner’s injury recovery, Sauce Gardner’s karma comment, a sneaky position the Colts could target on Day 2, a bold headline for the Colts draft on Monday, Kevin asks about Ice Spice, Morning Checkdown 1:13:30 – 1:22:56 – Steichen said he’s hopeful Daniel Jones will have a similar recovery like Jayson Tatum 1:22:57 – 1:28:23 – Ice Spice, IU spring game 1:28:24 – 1:54:29 – Fernando Mendoza’s first pitch at the Marlins game, what’s the best-case scenario for the Colts vs. what the fans want, Pacers thoughts and who helped themselves the most for next season, Fever training camp continues, Morning Checkdown 1:54:30 – 2:07:38 – IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us to discuss IU’s spring game plans, the big questions on the roster heading into tomorrow night, anything left in the portal?, Fernando Mendoza 2:07:39 – 2:11:30 – Wrapping the show: IU is ranked #1 in both football and basketball, how the portal has changed the college landscape, Kentucky on the hot seat with the governor Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:11:31

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Best of Wednesday 4/22: NFL Draft nears, Colts talk at OTAs & IU's spring game!

4/22/2026
00:00 – 18:32 – Kevin and Marc reflect on the time they drank mayo and coffee ahead of the Anthony Richardson/Will Levis draft, Colts talk ahead of the draft: Sauce Gardner discusses being the first-round pick the next two seasons for the Colts, the Titans QB depth chart is weird 18:33 – 31:27 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and discusses the NFL Draft exhaustion, will Kenny Moore or Anthony Richardson be moved by the end of the weekend?, DeForest Buckner’s injury recovery, Sauce Gardner’s karma comment, a sneaky position the Colts could target on Day 2, a bold headline for the Colts draft on Monday 31:28 – 44:18 - IndyStar IU reporter Zach Osterman joins us to discuss IU’s spring game plans, the big questions on the roster heading into tomorrow night, anything left in the portal?, Fernando Mendoza Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:19

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Tuesday 4/21: Ballard previews Colts draft strategy and if they've improved this offseason + NFL Network's Chad Reuter joins!

4/21/2026
00:00 – 10:45 – Chris Ballard spoke ahead of the NFL Draft, Reds/Cubs keep winning, NBA Playoffs from last night 10:46 – 19:06 – Morning Checkdown 19:07 – 42:30 – James poses his Colts question to the guys, should the Colts trade back to get more picks or use their second-round pick and try to trade for Jonathan Greenard?, what Chris Ballard had to say about Kenny Moore’s trade request, Anthony Richardson’s future, Alec Pierce’s surgery will keep him out until training camp, text line questions 42:31 – 1:12:39– Chris Ballard was asked where the team has improved this offseason, his snark response to Kevin asking about the remaining cap space, 32 levels of rich in the NFL, Morning Checkdown 1:12:40 – 1:20:02 – More Chris Ballard/Colts debate, should they trade for a veteran? 1:20:03 – 1:29:30 – Ballard says the Colts need to add a “Fastball” to their defensive line, what if the Colts don’t trade back? 1:29:31 – 1:56:53 – NFL Network’s Chad Reuter joins us to talk NFL Draft, why he has the Colts drafting a wide receiver in the second round, how he views value of defensive end and linebacker early in Day 2, Hoosiers outside of Mendoza and where they could be going, how high is too high for Jeremiyah Love, surprises he sees in Round 1, Morning Checkdown 1:56:54 – 2:07:47 – The NBA Draft Lottery is in the middle of the afternoon on Mother’s Day, the Pacers trading the 1st overall pick back in the 70’s, where could AR go that makes sense? 2:07:48 – 2:16:42 – Why Alec Pierce decided to get ankle surgery when he did, biggest takeaways from Ballard Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:16:42

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Best of Tuesday 4/21: Chris Ballard talks ahead of the draft, NFL Network's Chad Reuter joins!

4/21/2026
00:00 – 23:32 – James poses his Colts question to the guys, should the Colts trade back to get more picks or use their second-round pick and try to trade for Jonathan Greenard?, what Chris Ballard had to say about Kenny Moore’s trade request, Anthony Richardson’s future, Alec Pierce’s surgery will keep him out until training camp, text line questions 23:33 – 43:34 – Chris Ballard was asked where the team has improved this offseason, his snark response to Kevin asking about the remaining cap space, 32 levels of rich in the NFL 43:35 – 54:36 - NFL Network’s Chad Reuter joins us to talk NFL Draft, why he has the Colts drafting a wide receiver in the second round, how he views value of defensive end and linebacker early in Day 2, Hoosiers outside of Mendoza and where they could be going, how high is too high for Jeremiyah Love, surprises he sees in Round 1 Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:54:36

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Monday 4/20: NFL Draft week is here, what will the Colts do? + Fever return, GOATs & more!

4/20/2026
00:00 – 11:28 – Jeff is back, it’s NFL Draft week, NBA Playoffs underway without the Pacers, Rest In Peace Bob Kevoian 11:30 – 22:33 – Morning Checkdown 22:34 – 42:21– Where have the Colts actually improved this offseason, Bengals pull off a trade for Dexter Lawrence over the weekend, Colts season seems to be built on a lot of hope and wishful thinking, the Bears’ stadium situation, LIV Gold demise 42:22 – 1:09:45 – The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner joins us to discuss the NFL Draft and which position between linebacker and defensive end is deeper for the Colts, the Dexter Lawrence trade and if it changes his projection of Jeremiyah Love to the Giants, his thoughts on Fernando Mendoza and other Hoosiers in the draft, Ty Simpson and how his draft night could, Morning Checkdown 1:09:46 – 1:18:42 – Chris Ballard speaking later today, the Texans paid Will Anderson over the weekend, the Colts putting a lot of hope in positions this season ahead of the draft, Aaron Rodgers is at it again 1:18:43 – 1:25:58 – NBA Playoff thoughts 1:25:59 – 1:54:31 – IndyStar Colts reporter Nathan Brown joins us to discuss NFL Draft thoughts and what the Colts should do, likelihood that Kenny Moore and Anthoy Richardson are still on the roster after this weekend?, will they accrue more picks?, Riley Leonard vs. Anthony Richardson, his thoughts on Alex Palou, Morning Checkdown 1:54:32 – 2:07:16 – GOATs of the Week 2:07:17 – 2:08:33 – Wrapping the show Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:08:34

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Best of Monday 4/20: NFL Draft week is here, Colts decisions looming +GOATs!

4/20/2026
00:00 – 19:54 - Where have the Colts actually improved this offseason, Bengals pull off a trade for Dexter Lawrence over the weekend, Colts season seems to be built on a lot of hope and wishful thinking, the Bears’ stadium situation, LIV Gold demise 19:55 – 28:46 –The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner joins us to discuss the NFL Draft and which position between linebacker and defensive end is deeper for the Colts, the Dexter Lawrence trade and if it changes his projection of Jeremiyah Love to the Giants, his thoughts on Fernando Mendoza and other Hoosiers in the draft, Ty Simpson and how his draft night could 28:47 – 44:04 – IndyStar Colts reporter Nathan Brown joins us to discuss NFL Draft thoughts and what the Colts should do, likelihood that Kenny Moore and Anthoy Richardson are still on the roster after this weekend?, will they accrue more picks?, Riley Leonard vs. Anthony Richardson, his thoughts on Alex Palou 44:05 – 54:51 – GOATs of the Week Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:54:52

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Friday 4/17: Colts a week away from being on the clock, Zach Hicks talks draft + Greg Rakestraw & Wrestlemania!

4/17/2026
00:00 – 14:22 – A week from now the Colts will be on the clock, Pacers heading to Mexico in November to face the Nuggets, Tyrese Haliburton should be back by then, Ballard will meet the media ahead of the draft, no ticket for Kevin yesterday 14:23 – 23:25 – Morning Checkdown 23:26 – 48:08 – Wrestlemania weekend, Jey Uso punched Cam’Ron yesterday, Colts discussion as they are a week out from being on the clock, could Colts trade back?, what would make it a successful Day 2 for the Colts, Kevin and James’ Carb Day experience last year, Curt Cignetti’s social media post, Kevin was tempted to take an IU golf cart yesterday 48:09 – 1:01:08– ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses his wrestling knowledge, Indiana/Kentucky sites, Luke Ertel, what’s left on his high school gym bucket list, potential MLS expansion involving Indianapolis, Morning Checkdown 1:01:09 – 1:17:12 – Zach Hicks on Locked On Colts joins us and discusses his pre-draft preparations, evaluating Ballard’s draft strategies through the years, edge rusher issues, biggest needs this season, his draft guide 1:17:13 – 1:24:20 – NBA Playoff matchup we’re most intrigued by 1:24:21 – 1:49:30 – Missing metabolism, James tells a story of being an RA, peeing in bottles, Kenny Moore and Anthony Richardson are still Colts as of now, Daniel Jeremiah discusses where AR would rank in this year’s QB class, Philip Rivers playing again in 2026?, Morning Checkdown 1:49:31 – 2:00:10 – Marc gives a Wrestlemania preview, Kevin debates if Philip Rivers will play in the NFL next year?, would Anthony Richardson switch positions or is that ridiculous, Marc asks the guys what position of need the Colts could avoid drafting that they would still feel comfortable with 2:00:11 – 2:09:31 – Roman numerals, what will the Colts have to do to get a third Day 2 pick? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:09:31

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Best of Friday 4/17: Colts one week from being on the clock, Curt Cignetti's message & more!

4/17/2026
00:00 – 24:49 – Wrestlemania weekend, Jey Uso punched Cam’Ron yesterday, Colts discussion as they are a week out from being on the clock, could Colts trade back?, what would make it a successful Day 2 for the Colts, Kevin and James’ Carb Day experience last year, Curt Cignetti’s social media post, Kevin was tempted to take an IU golf cart yesterday 24:50 – 47:25 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses his wrestling knowledge, Indiana/Kentucky sites, Luke Ertel, what’s left on his high school gym bucket list, potential MLS expansion involving Indianapolis, 47:26 – 1:02:35 - Zach Hicks on Locked On Colts joins us and discusses his pre-draft preparations, evaluating Ballard’s draft strategies through the years, edge rusher issues, biggest needs this season, his draft guide Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:02:36

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Friday 4/16: NFL Draft a week away, what will the Colts do? + Chuck Pagano joins & Pacers/Fever talk!

4/16/2026
00:00 – 15:27 – Thoughts on last night’s play-in games as Steph Curry continues to turn back the clock, what’s up with Joel Embiid, could the Pacers be headed to a new TV home next season? 15:28 – 23:40 – Morning Checkdown 23:41 – 48:37– Unbreakable sports records, an insane Michel Jordan record that will likely never get touched, Dane Brugler’s latest mock draft and who he has the Colts selecting 48:38 – 1:15:01 – Former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano joins us and discusses his old Zionsville digs, the Chuck Strong Gala, how the Chuck Strong name came to be, his hospital alias name, the clarity after getting on the other side of cancer, T.Y. Hilton’s official retirement and his favorite memory of him, is his coaching career over?, Morning Checkdown 1:15:02 – 1:27:41 – Fever roster set?, NFL Draft a week away and do the Colts have enough ammo to do much moving up at all? 1:27:42 – 1:38:43 – is the transfer portal a drug for college fans?, child nicknames, James attempts to claim adoption on Kevin’s daughter, parenting skill James feels most/least confident in 1:38:44 – 2:06:26 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses if he thinks the Fever moves are done ahead of the preseason, their draft earlier this week, Pacers off-season needs and what if they don’t get a top-4 pick, getting to be in the room for the NBA Draft lottery ball selection, Pacers TV home in 2026 and the frustrations of RSNs these days, Morning Checkdown 2:06:27 – 2:18:34– The gas line issue on 465 yesterday that had nightmare traffic, is LIV Golf on life support?, Pacers TV broadcast next year 2:18:35 – 2:25:11 – Streaming service frustrations, Kevin’s eventful morning Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:25:11

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Former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano joins us ahead of the Chuck Strong Gala!

4/16/2026
Former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano joins us and discusses his old Zionsville digs, the Chuck Strong Gala, how the Chuck Strong name came to be, his hospital alias name, the clarity after getting on the other side of cancer, T.Y. Hilton’s official retirement and his favorite memory of him, is his coaching career over & more! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:10

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Best of Thursday 4/16: Where are the Colts at a week away from the NFL Draft? Chuck Pagano + Pacers/Fever chat!

4/16/2026
00:00 – 25:03 – Unbreakable sports records, an insane Michel Jordan record that will likely never get touched, Dane Brugler’s latest mock draft and who he has the Colts selecting 25:04 – 39:14 – Former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano joins us and discusses his old Zionsville digs, the Chuck Strong Gala, how the Chuck Strong name came to be, his hospital alias name, the clarity after getting on the other side of cancer, T.Y. Hilton’s official retirement and his favorite memory of him, is his coaching career over 39:15 – 58:06 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and discusses if he thinks the Fever moves are done ahead of the preseason, their draft earlier this week, Pacers off-season needs and what if they don’t get a top-4 pick, getting to be in the room for the NBA Draft lottery ball selection, Pacers TV home in 2026 and the frustrations of RSNs these days Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:06

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Wednesday 4/15: Colts add to the secondary, Pacers draft thoughts + I GOTTA KNOW & untouchable sports stats

4/15/2026
00:00 – 14:37 – Kevin was somewhat (but not really) of the NBA Play-In games, the Colts un-retire another player by signing safety Nassir Adderley, who retired in 2022, IU adds a huge Turkish center 14:38 – 25:01 – Morning Checkdown 25:02 – 45:53 – Untouchable sports statistics and was last year’s New York Jets interception-less season one of them?, Kevin asks what the downside of keeping Anthony Richardson is, is he still here because Daniel Jones is potentially farther behind schedule that we’re led to believe?, Kevin tells a story about getting pulled over yesterday 45:54 – 1:16:20 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and gives Kevin crap for getting pulled over yesterday, the Jets’ insane record last season, the reason for Kenny Moore’s trade request, who is the hardest Colt to replace this season, who gets traded first: Moore or Richardson?, what gets addressed first: cornerback or wide receiver?, Morning Checkdown 1:16:21- 1:29:37 – We play I GOTTA KNOW: Will Fernando Mendoza play more games than Cousins/O’Connell combined?, should Colts draft D’Angelo Ponds?, Fever roster evaluation, what’s annoying us, what are we watching? 1:29:38 – 1:36:03 – We discuss the Colts adding Nasir Adderley and why he retired in 2022, 1:36:04 – 2:01:18 – Being on the phone while getting pulled over, Tyrese Haliburton discusses being paired with Ivica Zubac next season, Kevin asks a personal question, Morning Checkdown 2:01:19 – 2:09:21 – Sports Illustrated’s Kevin Sweeney joins us and discusses his latest mock draft, his write-up about a Notre Dame prospect, Darryn Peterson’s health, Braylon Mullins’ projection and should he return to UConn 2:09:22 – 2:15:44 – Kevin shows Marc his zipper, Dusty May tells a couple of Bob Knight stories on Dan Patrick Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:15:44

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Best of Wednesday 4/15: Colts draft targets, Pacers lottery thoughts + I GOTTA KNOW

4/15/2026
00:00 – 20:56 – Untouchable sports statistics and was last year’s New York Jets interception-less season one of them?, Kevin asks what the downside of keeping Anthony Richardson is, is he still here because Daniel Jones is potentially farther behind schedule that we’re led to believe?, Kevin tells a story about getting pulled over yesterday 20:57 – 38:24 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us and gives Kevin crap for getting pulled over yesterday, the Jets’ insane record last season, the reason for Kenny Moore’s trade request, who is the hardest Colt to replace this season, who gets traded first: Moore or Richardson?, what gets addressed first: cornerback or wide receiver? 38:25 – 49:57 – We play I GOTTA KNOW: Will Fernando Mendoza play more games than Cousins/O’Connell combined?, should Colts draft D’Angelo Ponds?, Fever roster evaluation, what’s annoying us, what are we watching? 49:58 – 57:30 - Sports Illustrated’s Kevin Sweeney joins us and discusses his latest mock draft, his write-up about a Notre Dame prospect, Darryn Peterson’s health, Braylon Mullins’ projection and should he return to UConn Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:31

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Tuesday 4/14: Haliburton discusses shingles struggles, Fever draft recap + Colts latest!

4/14/2026
00:00 – 12:08 – Pacers do exit interviews, Tyrese Haliburton speaks, Fever select South Carolina’s Raven Johnson in the WNBA Draft, what are the getting?, Haliburton discusses the shingle diagnosis and the struggle that has come with it, 12:09 – 21:27 – Morning Checkdown 21:28 – 45:04 – Who should go up on the side of Lucas Oil Stadium once Kenny Moore moves on?, Tyrese Haliburton discusses his shingles diagnosis and the issues from it, Indiana portal latest 45:05 – 1:12:31 – Alan Karpick of GoldandBlack.com joins us to discuss Purdue’s off-season, the run it back nature but also looking into the portal, replacing the trio of seniors, Oscar Cluff’s future, projecting a starting five, Luke Ertel coming to Purdue, a look at the football team and realistic expectations, Myles Turner’s bad season with the Bucks, Morning Checkdown 1:12:32 – 1:25:20 – Will the Colts draft a QB or go the veteran route?, Kenny Moore latest, the concerns at cornerback and linebacker, the linebacker room is a bunch of unproven guys, is the defensive talent worse under Lou Anarumo or Gus Bradley? 1:25:21 – 1:31:12 – NBA Draft lottery strategy 1:31:13 – 1:57:21 – IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to talk about Kenny Moore’s trade request, NFL Draft discussion, better chance the Colts draft running back or quarterbacks, draft quick hitters, hardest departure to replace, debating Joel’s answer, Morning Checkdown 1:57:22 – 2:07:48 – Tyrese Haliburton’s comments yesterday: being held accountable despite not being able to play, his shingles diagnosis, Marc discusses going through shingles last year and what he experienced, Haliburton’s timeline vs. Daniel Jones 2:07:49 – 2:16:43 – Kevin’s burger is coming soon, wrapping the show with some Colts/Pacers/Purdue discussion, Chuck Pagano joining us on Thursday Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:16:43

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Best of Tuesday 4/14: Tyrese Haliburton discusses shingles ailment, Kenny Moore trade latest + CBB portal!

4/14/2026
00:00 – 23:43 – Who should go up on the side of Lucas Oil Stadium once Kenny Moore moves on?, Tyrese Haliburton discusses his shingles diagnosis and the issues from it, Indiana portal latest 23:44 – 37:33 – Alan Karpick of GoldandBlack.com joins us to discuss Purdue’s off-season, the run it back nature but also looking into the portal, replacing the trio of seniors, Oscar Cluff’s future, projecting a starting five, Luke Ertel coming to Purdue, a look at the football team and realistic expectations 37:34 – 52:34 - IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to talk about Kenny Moore’s trade request, NFL Draft discussion, better chance the Colts draft running back or quarterbacks, draft quick hitters, hardest departure to replace Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:52:34

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Monday 4/13: Rory's back-to-back Masters win, Pacers end the season, Colts/Kenny Moore latest & more!

4/13/2026
00:00 – 13:58 – We have a ton to recap from a busy weekend, Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back in the Masters, Pacers season comes to an end and they’ve secured the best odds to secure the top pick in the draft, Fever./WNBA Draft is tonight, Kenny Moore/Colts latest, our thoughts on Rory winning back-to-back Masters 13:59 – 21:54 – Morning Checkdown 21:55 – 42:21 – Kenny Moore’s trade request and what it means for the Colts draft plans, what a return for him could be, it sure looks like the Colts have downgraded in a lot of positions since last season, more likely Moore or AR are on the roster in training camp? 42:22 – 1:08:41– PGA Tour Radio’s Will Haskett joins us to recap the Masters as Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back and into the history books, how the story is different from last year, Justin Rose comes close but falls short again, Sergio Garcia’s meltdown, Morning Checkdown 1:08:42 – 1:17:42 – Colts needs heading into the draft, D’Angelo Ponds’ draft stock, latest on Marc’s brothers’ bachelor party plans 1:17:43 – 1:29:01 – The weird part of the Masters broadcast where CBS cameras couldn’t find Rory’s ball on 18, Rick Carlisle discusses the Pacers’ draft situation, 1:29:02 – 1:53:55 – Setting the Pace’s Alex Golden joins us to recap the Pacers season coming to an end and having the couple from the Pacers/Nets game on his podcast, how the Pacers season wrapped up, his overarching thoughts, why is the draft lottery not broadcast anywhere?, Pacers off-season needs, non-draft related storylines, Morning Checkdown 1:53:56 – 2:06:06 – GOATs of the Week 2:06:07 – 2:15:37 – Kevin and Marc wrap the show and discuss Kenny Moore’s trade request, selling low on a lot of guys Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:02:15:38