The Wake Up Call w/KB & Andy Podcast

00:00 – 16:14 – Can Haliburton rebound from a bad Game 1 performance?, Rick Carlisle discusses Haliburton’s status heading into Game 2, Reggie Miller says he expects to hear “Reggie sucks!” chants during tonight’s Game 2 broadcast 16:15 – 34:40 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to discuss lingering draft thoughts, what if Bowers was still on the board at 15, Adonai Mitchell’s draft slide, Anthony Richardson wanting to go full throttle this summer vs. what the Colts want, the Tom Brady roast, Zaire Franklin says the Texans are the Colts biggest rival and had some beef with CJ Stroud from the Super Bowl 34:41 – 48:30 – Meyer Shank Racing co-owner Mike Shank joins us and discusses the importance of May in the totality of their season, the three-car team heading into the 500, the cost to run at the 500, Helio’s longevity, Felix Rosenqvist’s career, his love for Busch Light beer 48:31 – 59:59 - Pacers reporter Tony East join us from New York City and discuses what the Pacers need to do tonight to win Game 2, Haliburton’s injury and what he is willing to play through, can Siakam get back on track See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:18 – Game 2 of Pacers/Knicks tonight, the two-minute report is out and says four calls were missed or incorrect, Haliburton over/under tonight, NFL schedule comes out next Thursday 20:19 – 27:00 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 27:01 – 43:15 – Can Haliburton rebound from a bad Game 1 performance?, Rick Carlisle discusses Haliburton’s status heading into Game 2, Reggie Miller says he expects to hear “Reggie sucks!” chants during tonight’s Game 2 broadcast 43:16 – 1:14:37 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to discuss lingering draft thoughts, what if Bowers was still on the board at 15, Adonai Mitchell’s draft slide, Anthony Richardson wanting to go full throttle this summer vs. what the Colts want, the Tom Brady roast, Zaire Franklin says the Texans are the Colts biggest rival and had some beef with CJ Stroud from the Super Bowl, Morning Checkdown 1:14:38 – 1:25:13 – The NBA two-minute report still pisses Kevin off, is Siakam getting let off the hook because of Haliburton’s struggles? 1:25:14 – 1:31:34 – Getting to know Colts fifth-round CB Jaylin Simpson: can he play safety, 1:31:35 – 2:01:32 – “The Players Era Festival” college basketball tournament, Morning Checkdown, Meyer Shank Racing co-owner Mike Shank joins us and discusses the importance of May in the totality of their season, the three-car team heading into the 500, the cost to run at the 500, Helio’s longevity, Felix Rosenqvist’s career, his love for Busch Light beer 2:01:33 -2:05:15 – POP QUIZ 2:05:16 – 2:17:49 - Pacers reporter Tony East join us from New York City and discuses what the Pacers need to do tonight to win Game 2, Haliburton’s injury and what he is willing to play through, can Siakam get back on track See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses what happened in the fourth quarter that caused them to lose, slowing down Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton’s struggles yesterday, the bench performance last night, pace of the game, why the Pacers have been so resilient this year, why aren’t kicked balls reviewable & more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst joins us and discusses Rick Carlisle’s reactions to the officiating calls last night, why he says the refs got the calls wrong, why can’t kicked balls be reviewed, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance, Jalen Brunson wants to prove a lot of people wrong and Rick Carlisle is at the top of that list & more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 10:20– Lots of headscratchers in Game 1 of Pacers-Knicks, an opportunity missed, poor officiating and questionable calls, where was Tyrese Haliburton last night 10:21 – 33:42 – ESPN’s Brian Windhorst joins us and discusses Rick Carlisle’s reactions to the officiating calls last night, why he says the refs got the calls wrong, why can’t kicked balls be reviewed, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance, Jalen Brunson wants to prove a lot of people wrong and Rick Carlisle is at the top of that list, Morning Checkdown 33:43 – 47:46– A game the Pacers should have had on the road, Rick Carlisle on the officiating, the kicked ball call, Myles Turner on the illegal screen and Nesmith call 47:47 – 1:16:22 – What’s up with Tyrese Haliburton?, Jalen Brunson catches fire in the 4th while Haliburton flamed out, Obi Toppin’s between the legs dunk, Windhorst’s comments about Haliburton’s health, callers weigh in on last night’s Game 1, Morning Checkdown 1:16:23 -1:20:34– What is the NBA 2-Minute Report going to reveal? 1:20:35 – 1:31:21 – Andretti Autosport IndyCar driver Marcus Ericsson joins us and he’s pissed about last night’s Pacers-Knicks game, Kevin scolds him for not wearing the gold shirt at the game, his thoughts on the officiating, his controversial finish from last year’s Indy 500, switching to Andretti, his key to the month of May, what’s the most intense part of the 500 1:31:22 – 2:12:14 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses what happened in the fourth quarter that caused them to lose, slowing down Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton’s struggles yesterday, the bench performance last night, pace of the game, why the Pacers have been so resilient this year, why aren’t kicked balls reviewable, Tiger Woods is playing in the PGA Championship and Kevin thought he was dead, Morning Checkdown 2:12:15 – 2:17:59 – POP QUIZ 2:18:00 – 2:19:15 – Wrapping up a very busy show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 10:21 – Lots of headscratchers in Game 1 of Pacers-Knicks, an opportunity missed, poor officiating and questionable calls, where was Tyrese Haliburton last night 10:22 – 23:40 – ESPN’s Brian Windhorst joins us and discusses Rick Carlisle’s reactions to the officiating calls last night, why he says the refs got the calls wrong, why can’t kicked balls be reviewed, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance, Jalen Brunson wants to prove a lot of people wrong and Rick Carlisle is at the top of that list 23:41 – 37:19 – – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us and discusses what happened in the fourth quarter that caused them to lose, slowing down Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton’s struggles yesterday, the bench performance last night, pace of the game, why the Pacers have been so resilient this year, why aren’t kicked balls reviewable 37:20 – 47:33 - Andretti Autosport IndyCar driver Marcus Ericsson joins us and he’s pissed about last night’s Pacers-Knicks game, Kevin scolds him for not wearing the gold shirt at the game, his thoughts on the officiating, his controversial finish from last year’s Indy 500, switching to Andretti, his key to the month of May, what’s the most intense part of the 500 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 9:22 – Longtime reporter Bob Kravitz joins us to discuss the history between the Pacers and Knicks, looking ahead to Game 1 tonight, off-season and post-draft Colts thoughts, Jim Irsay confusion, Indy 500 thoughts 9:23 – 24:29 – Newsday Knicks reporter Steve Popper joins us to see if Knicks fans still hate the Pacers, Julis Randle’s dominance, the Knicks without Julius Randle, surprised by the Knicks being so heavily favored in this series? 24:30 – 53:19 – Pacers reporter Dustin Dopirak joins us live from New York, a key to the series that isn’t Tyrese Haliburton or Jalen Brunson, what’s Jalen Smith’s status, the Pacers bench vs. Knicks bench, Pacers/Knicks matchups to watch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:56 – Pacers/Knicks Game 1 tonight, national media not taking the Pacers in this series, the Patrick Beverly blowup was over a “Cancun” chant 20:57 – 28:11 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 28:12 – 44:10 – Longtime reporter Bob Kravitz joins us to discuss the history between the Pacers and Knicks, looking ahead to Game 1 tonight, off-season and post-draft Colts thoughts, Jim Irsay confusion, Indy 500 thoughts 44:11 – 1:08:52 – Kevin has a couple of heroes from the weekend, Draymond Green’s comments on the Pacers and the James Johnson X-Factor, containing Jalen Brunson, getting to know Colts draft picks: Missouri linebacker Jaylon Carlies, Morning Checkdown 1:08:53 – 1:25:25 – Newsday Knicks reporter Steve Popper joins us to see if Knicks fans still hate the Pacers, Julis Randle’s dominance, the Knicks without Julius Randle, surprised by the Knicks being so heavily favored in this series? 1:25:26 – 1:30:43 – Will the Pacers/Knicks rivalry be renewed after a game or two? 1:30:44 – 2:06:54– Pacers reporter Dustin Dopirak joins us live from New York, a key to the series that isn’t Tyrese Haliburton or Jalen Brunson, what’s Jalen Smith’s status, the Pacers bench vs. Knicks bench, Pacers/Knicks matchups to watch, Morning Checkdown 2:06:55 – 2:14:29 – POP QUIZ 2:14:30 – 2:17:09 - Our picks and predictions for tonight and the rest of the Pacers/Knicks series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss how he and the team celebrated last night’s series win, how he thinks the team responded with adversity through the series, was the plan to incorporate McConnell and Toppin as early as he did, his thoughts on TJ McConnell not just last night but all season, getting over the first round hump, Siakam trade and his contributions, looking ahead to the Knicks series and the challenges they’ll present, Jalen Brunson & more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 20:00 - The Pacers take down the Bucks and have a date with the Knicks in the second round, Patrick Beverly’s altercation with a fan and postgame antics, Kwity Paye’s fifth-year option gets picked up by the Colts 20:01 – 36:34 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us and weighs in on the series-clinching win last night, TJ McConnell’s performance, his biggest takeaways from last night and the series, his schedule now that the Bally’s coverage is over with after this series, the Pat Bev controversies, his thoughts on the Knicks series, Rick Carlisle’s early season comments on TJ McConnell’s limited minutes 36:35 – 53:20 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss how he and the team celebrated last night’s series win, how he thinks the team responded with adversity through the series, was the plan to incorporate McConnell and Toppin as early as he did, his thoughts on TJ McConnell not just last night but all season, getting over the first round hump, Siakam trade and his contributions, looking ahead to the Knicks series and the challenges they’ll present, Jalen Brunson and his relationship with Carlisle 53:21 – 1:04:23 - Colts third-round pick Matt Goncalves joins us and reacts to his draft call from Chris Ballard, why he’s excited to join the Colts, what he brings to the table, his versatility, where he thinks he’ll slot in, his relationship with Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi, being labeled “a mauler”, his Knicks fandom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 19:59 – The Pacers take down the Bucks and have a date with the Knicks in the second round, Patrick Beverly’s altercation with a fan and postgame antics, Kwity Paye’s fifth-year option gets picked up by the Colts 20:00 – 26:53 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 26:54 – 43:21– Pacers/Bucks thoughts, Kevin’s golf yesterday, looking ahead to Pacers/Knicks series, 43:22 – 1:09:53 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us and weighs in on the series-clinching win last night, TJ McConnell’s performance, his biggest takeaways from last night and the series, his schedule now that the Bally’s coverage is over with after this series, the Pat Bev controversies, his thoughts on the Knicks series, Rick Carlisle’s early season comments on TJ McConnell’s limited minutes, Morning Checkdown 1:09:54 – 1:25:50 – Pacers need to fight complacency in Knicks series, Colts third-round pick Matt Goncalves joins us and reacts to his draft call from Chris Ballard, why he’s excited to join the Colts, what he brings to the table, his versatility, where he thinks he’ll slot in, his relationship with Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi, being labeled “a mauler”, his Knicks fandom 1:25:51 – 1:31:37 – Obi Toppin facing his brother in the next series, Pacers/Knicks, Rick Carlisle next 1:31:38 – 2:00:45 – Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle joins us to discuss how he and the team celebrated last night’s series win, how he thinks the team responded with adversity through the series, was the plan to incorporate McConnell and Toppin as early as he did, his thoughts on TJ McConnell not just last night but all season, getting over the first round hump, Siakam trade and his contributions, looking ahead to the Knicks series and the challenges they’ll present, Jalen Brunson and his relationship with Carlisle, Morning Checkdown 2:00:46 – 2:08:26 – POP QUIZ 2:08:27 –2:19:44 Louie Rabut joins us to preview the Kentucky Derby and where to put your money, the favorites, the difference between the Oaks and the Derby, his winners and money plays, final thoughts on Pacers/Knicks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 13:11 – Kevin is sweaty for Game 6 tonight, Kwity Paye decision on his fifth-year option looming today 13:12 – 24:00 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 24:01 – 48:29 – We replay our interview with Helio Castroneves from Monday, can the Pacers close it out against the Bucks tonight?, expectations for Tyrese Haliburton today, how much pressure is there on the Pacers to close out tonight? 48:30 – 1:15:08 – The Colts behind the scenes show, Rick Venturi’s thoughts on the Colts offseason, Colts’ playoff odds, what to make of the Colts with a loaded AFC, Anthony Gould on the new kickoff rules, Morning Checkdown 1:15:09 – 1:34:19 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss what the hell has happened with Bally’s/Comcast Xfinity, preview tonight’s Game 6, what do the Pacers have to avoid from Game 5, the Pacers being heavy favorites tonight, the rotation, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance and health, Pascal Siakam’s up and down series, how many will be in the rotation tonight, the Fever’s jersey sponsorship with Lilly 1:34:20 – 1:35:14 – Clarification on the start time for the Fever’s preseason opener against Dallas tomorrow 1:35:15 – 2:05:00 – What we want to see in Game 6 tonight, what we don’t want to hear postgame, the pressure being on the Pacers tonight, the future of NBA programming, the decision on Kwity Paye’s fifth-year option and what the Colts should do today, Morning Checkdown 2:05:01 – 2:14:50 – POP QUIZ 2:14:51 – 2:21:18 - Ellie Goulding bailing on a concert in Indy because of the cold, college football/bowl note, Pacers/Bucks Game 6 final thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 10:50 – Can the Pacers close it out against the Bucks tonight?, expectations for Tyrese Haliburton today, how much pressure is there on the Pacers to close out tonight? 10:51 – 32:57 – The Colts behind the scenes show, Rick Venturi’s thoughts on the Colts offseason, Colts’ playoff odds, what to make of the Colts with a loaded AFC, Anthony Gould on the new kickoff rules 32:58 – 51:09 - Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us to discuss what the hell has happened with Bally’s/Comcast Xfinity, preview tonight’s Game 6, what do the Pacers have to avoid from Game 5, the Pacers being heavy favorites tonight, the rotation, Tyrese Haliburton’s performance and health, Pascal Siakam’s up and down series, how many will be in the rotation tonight, the Fever’s jersey sponsorship with Lilly See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-16:39- KB and Andy kick off the show recapping the Pacers Game 5 loss to Milwaukee. Andy shares his thoughts on how the Pacers looked. The guys also share their thoughts on the ensuing Game 6. Plus, the Knicks blew their Game 5 as well. 16:39-25:02- Morning Checkdown 25:02-45:11- Pitt Head Coach Pat Narduzzi joins the show. Narduzzi takes KB and Andy through what kind of player the Colts got in Matt Goncalves. Narduzzi also shares Goncalves’ versatility and his nasty disposition. 45:11-1:10:43- ESPN Colts writer Stephen Holder joins to recap the Colts draft. Holder talks the picks, who will play the most as a rookie, and more. Holder also gives his take on Chris Ballard’s rant on the Adonai Mitchell reports and what the expectations are. Morning Checkdown. 1:10:43-1:19:23- KB and Andy recap the previous conversation with Stephen Holder. 1:19:23-1:35:31- IMS President Doug Boles calls in. Boles talks about the 108th running of the Indy 500. Boles also talks about the fan experience, what’s new at the track, and the Kyle Larson effect. Also, the Do’s and Don’ts of the Indy 500. 1:35:31-2:02:48- Setting the Pace Podcast’s Alex Golden joins the show. Golden recaps the Pacers lost to the Bucks in Game 5, what disappointed him the most, and what is fair criticism of Rick Carlisle. Golden also touches on how the crowd effected Indiana and more. Morning Checkdown. 2:02:48-2:09:53- Pop Quiz 2:09:53-2:21:40- KB and Andy wrap up the show with some news on Carson Cunningham and Konzo Martin. Also, the guys debate what’s coming up for college basketball. KB also shares his takeaway from a College Basketball coaches summit he paneled on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-8:28- Pitt Head Coach Pat Narduzzi joins the show. Narduzzi takes KB and Andy through what kind of player the Colts got in Matt Goncalves. Narduzzi also shares Goncalves’ versatility and his nasty disposition. 8:28-28:34- ESPN Colts writer Stephen Holder joins to recap the Colts draft. Holder talks the picks, who will play the most as a rookie, and more. Holder also gives his take on Chris Ballard’s rant on the Adonai Mitchell reports and what the expectations are. 28:34-41:16- IMS President Doug Boles calls in. Boles talks about the 108th running of the Indy 500. Boles also talks about the fan experience, what’s new at the track, and the Kyle Larson effect. Also, the Do’s and Don’ts of the Indy 500. 41:16-58:29- Setting the Pace Podcast’s Alex Golden joins the show. Golden recaps the Pacers lost to the Bucks in Game 5, what disappointed him the most, and what is fair criticism of Rick Carlisle. Golden also touches on how the crowd effected Indiana and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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00:00-19:41- KB and Andy come in with a preview of Game 5 between the Pacers and Bucks tonight. KB also runs down the guest list of the show. The guys also recap the NBA playoffs from Monday night. KB and Andy also debate if Giannis and Lillard will be back tonight, and they’ll be surprised if the Pacers lose tonight. 19:41-26:40- Morning Checkdown 26:40-45:50- KB and Andy return to discuss Laiatu Latu ahead of his former Defensive Coordinator Ikaika Maloe joining the show. The guys also continue their discussion on if the Bucks should bring Giannis Antetokounmpo back in the playoff series with the Pacers. Also, will the Colts pick up Kwity Paye’s fifth year option? 45:50-1:12:27- KB and Andy start their 2024 Draft class profile with Matt Goncalves. We go through the draft night call, Chris Ballard calling Goncalves the best offensive lineman in the draft, and more. Morning Checkdown. 1:12:27-1:32:01- Indy Star reporter Joel A. Erikson joins the show. Erickson talks about the Colts draft class, the late round pick that will play the most in 2024, and the winners and losers on the Colts roster post draft. Plus, Erickson discusses Adonai Mitchell and the post-Day 2 rant by Colts GM Chris Ballard. Also, what is the biggest post-draft need for the Colts? Erickson gives his thoughts and his thoughts on Kwity Paye’s fifth year option. 1:32:01-1:59:37- Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins us. Coach Carlisle previews the possible close out game in Milwaukee tonight, what he expects from the Bucks, and how the Pacers are different than the other playoff teams. Carlisle also shares Haliburton’s injury status following reports of a back injury. Morning Checkdown. 1:59:37-2:19:03- UCLA Defensive Coordinator Ikaika Maloe joins the show. Coach Maloe talks to KB and Andy about fifteenth overall pick Laiatu Latu, talks about the neck injury that Latu suffered while playing in Washington, and how Latu came back to football after being told he could never play again. Maloe discusses coming to UCLA and having a UCLA Doctor evaluate and clear Latu, leading to him coming to the Bruins. Maloe also breaks down Latu’s work ethic and his willingness to keep working, even in the offseason. 2:19:03-2:21:58 Revised Pop Quiz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-17:28- Indy Star reporter Joel A. Erikson joins the show. Erickson talks about the Colts draft class, the late round pick that will play the most in 2024, and the winners and losers on the Colts roster post draft. Plus, Erickson discusses Adonai Mitchell and the post-Day 2 rant by Colts GM Chris Ballard. Also, what is the biggest post-draft need for the Colts? Erickson gives his thoughts and his thoughts on Kwity Paye’s fifth year option. 17:28- 32:27- Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joins us. Coach Carlisle previews the possible close out game in Milwaukee tonight, what he expects from the Bucks, and how the Pacers are different than the other playoff teams. Carlisle also shares Haliburton’s injury status following reports of a back injury. 32:27-46:42- UCLA Defensive Coordinator Ikaika Maloe joins the show. Coach Maloe talks to KB and Andy about fifteenth overall pick Laiatu Latu, talks about the neck injury that Latu suffered while playing in Washington, and how Latu came back to football after being told he could never play again. Maloe discusses coming to UCLA and having a UCLA Doctor evaluate and clear Latu, leading to him coming to the Bruins. Maloe also breaks down Latu’s work ethic and his willingness to keep working, even in the offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves joins us as we get ready to turn the calendar to May, advice he’d offer Andy in his first 500 coverage, does he think about his racing mortality and how many he has left?, heading into this year’s 500 and how he feels about the team & more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 18:59 – The Pacers have the Bucks on the ropes, the wildness of Game 3, Portis’ ejection in Game 4, a late tip time for Game 5 19:00 – 28:08 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 28:09 – 48:30 – Chris Ballard’s NSFW rant on second-round pick WR Adonai Mitchell, Adonai Mitchell said he was “pissed” for sliding in the draft 48:31 – 1:23:01 – Pacers/Bucks thoughts, does anyone feel bad that the Bucks are so banged up?, thoughts on the late start time for Game 5, Myles Turner’s night, the time Kevin and Marc battled in the St. Elmo’s shrimp eating contest, Colts draft thoughts, positions that still need to be addressed, Morning Checkdown 1:23:02 – 1:32:39 – Bobby Portis’ ejection, the new NFL kickoff return taking effect in 2024, the drafting of WR and returner Anthony Gould 1:32:40 – 1:35:02 – The 9:30 tip time for Pacers/Bucks tomorrow night, someone shaved in the bathroom and left the trimmings all over the place 1:35:03 – 1:58:56 - Pacers reporter Tony East joins us and tells us he’s been most impressed with Myles Turner this playoff series, lessons the Pacers have taken away from this series so far, is Portis facing any sort of additional punishment from his ejection?, a potential next round matchup with the Knicks, Colts 7th round pick Jonah Laulu thought he was being prank called when Chris Ballard called, Morning Checkdown 1:58:57 – 2:17:18 – 4-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves joins us as we get ready to turn the calendar to May, advice he’d offer Andy in his first 500 coverage, does he think about his racing mortality and how many he has left?, heading into this year’s 500 and how he feels about the team 2:17:19 – 2:20:50 - POP QUIZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.