Best of JMV 8/18/26

Full Show Tuesday 8/18/26: Colts sign Keenan Allen, Rick Venturi hour and more!

00:00 – 29:27 – JMV begins the show with his thoughts on Keenan Allen being a Colt after his signing was announced last night. He explains why it’s a big deal and it’s what the Colts had to do and what impact Allen might have this year. He gets into Indiana football starting soon and comments Paul Finebaum made saying how Indiana isn’t in the “top tier”. JMV explains why the selection process of players is what propels Indiana.  29:27– 38:07 – John starts the segment with the song Pump Up The Jam and how it transitioned us from the 80s and 90s. Then, from the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins. He gives his take on the Keenan Allen signing before getting to the week 1 high school football slate and what he expects to see this season in each class. Plus, his thoughts on where Indiana should be ranked in the AP Poll. Then, Greg gives John a horse racing tip.  38:07 – 44:09 – Larry Bird retired on this date in 1992, John wishes he appreciated Larry more than he did at the time.  44:09 - 1:07:32 – Former Colts head coach and voice on the Colts radio network, Rick Venturi, joins to break down everything that comes with the Keenan Allen signing and how he fits into the fold. They also discuss what he’s seen from Daniel Jones this year and why he’s encouraged. Plus, Rick explains why Alec Pierce is so important. Then, they get into Anthony Richardson’s performance last week and where he fits in to the Colts plan.   1:07:32 – 1:19:59 – Rick sticks around and starts to get into the details of the offense, starting with the Offensive line. He moves to Johnathan Taylor’s impact before breaking down the defense and where Caden Curry fits into the Colts scheme.  1:19:59 – 1:33:05 –  We round out the Rick Venturi hour with the coach talking about the linebackers before asking what his concern level is with the Charvarius Ward injury. How does it impact the secondary? Lastly, his thoughts on the kicking battle.  1:33:05 – 1:55:25 –  Charles Arbuckle from the Colts radio network joins and opines on the Keenan Allen signing. Then, they begin to preview the AFC South. He explains how CJ Stroud might’ve lost his “fastball”, plus what the Jacksonville Jaguars could be. His thoughts on the preseason opener and his outlook on the offensive line.  1:55:25 – 2:09:31 –  JMV let’s people know how they can donate to flood relief in the area before getting into a fast food discussion with producer Caleb. That turns into a discussion about old things coming back.   2:09:31 – 2:12:39 –  Why are people trying to change Fernando Mendoza’s personality? 2:12:39-2:19:39 -  We end the show with anything goes and a caller telling Caleb to get more bass in his voice Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/ [https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Best of JMV 8/18/26

00:00– 16:05 – JMV begins the show with his thoughts on Keenan Allen being a Colt after his signing was announced last night. He explains why it’s a big deal and it’s what the Colts had to do and what impact Allen might have this year. 16:05 - 36:59 – Former Colts head coach and voice on the Colts radio network, Rick Venturi, joins to break down everything that comes with the Keenan Allen signing and how he fits into the fold. They also discuss what he’s seen from Daniel Jones this year and why he’s encouraged. Plus, Rick explains why Alec Pierce is so important. Then, they get into Anthony Richardson’s performance last week and where he fits in to the Colts plan.   36:59 – 55:46 –  Charles Arbuckle from the Colts radio network joins and opines on the Keenan Allen signing. Then, they begin to preview the AFC South. He explains how CJ Stroud might’ve lost his “fastball”, plus what the Jacksonville Jaguars could be. His thoughts on the preseason opener and his outlook on the offensive line. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/ [https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Full Show Monday 8/17/26 Indiana Fever stay hot + Recapping the sports weekend!

00:00 – 31:20 – The Ride starts the week with John reviewing the Fever’s overtime win over the Atlanta Dream yesterday. Plus, he sends his thoughts out to all of those affected by the flooding across Indiana. Alec Pierce isn’t practicing, Tyrese Haliburton is upset that his opening game isn’t at home or on national tv, LIV golf event in Indianapolis to be last one of season and Indiana ranked sixth in AP Poll, remembering Tommy John.  31:20– 42:37 – JMV continues to remember Tommy John before resuming the Colts conversation and the recent tryouts they had at wide receiver. Are they really all in?  42:37 – 45:28 – JMV takes a caller that wonders if Daniel Jones should play in the preseason. 45:28 - 1:15:35 – We get a caller discussing the Colts wide receiver room before Ted Bishop joins. He was the 38th PGA of America President and Pro at the Legends Golf Club in Franklin. JMV first asks him his thoughts on the LIV announcement that the event in Westfield will be the last one of this season. John and Ted’s friend Don Fischer earned an award over the weekend. Ted was close with Tommy John, and they got to reflecting on the Terre Haute native. Plus, his athleticism in basketball, and other stories remembering the legend.  1:15:35 – 1:26:15 – JMV tells some Greene county stories before explaining how the IU offensive line is in Odin's meat locker. John also gets to the textline.  1:26:15 – 1:30:53 –  What are the songs that people think they can sing better than the original? Makayla Timpson’s performance yesterday, going zone.   1:30:53 – 2:01:28 –  Before Stephen Holder joins, John talks to Caleb about his trip to watch Cincinnati to watch tennis yesterday. What are the best US Open moments ever? Then, the Colts conversation begins and Stephen is still thinking Alec Pierce will play in the opener. What does “close” mean? He also comments on if Keenan Allen has real interest to be with the team. Anthony Richardson’s path to playing time, could he be used in a Taysom Hill role, also what is happening with Charvarius Ward’s injury?  2:01:28 – 2:10:41 –  JMV recounts his rough day at hoops yesterday that included a bloody nose and a fall.  2:10:41 – 2:16:45 –  Giving away tickets to see Deep Purple with Kansas! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/ [https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Best of JMV 8/17/26

00:00– 11:16 – JMV continues to remember Tommy John before resuming the Colts conversation and the recent tryouts they had at wide receiver. Are they really all in?  11:16 - 32:28 – Ted Bishop joins. He was the 38th PGA of America President and Pro at the Legends Golf Club in Franklin. JMV first asks him his thoughts on the LIV announcement that the event in Westfield will be the last one of this season. John and Ted’s friend Don Fischer earned an award over the weekend. Ted was close with Tommy John, and they got to reflecting on the Terre Haute native. Plus, his athleticism in basketball, and other stories remembering the legend.  32:28 – 1:02:08 –  Before Stephen Holder joins, John talks to Caleb about his trip to watch Cincinnati to watch tennis yesterday. What are the best US Open moments ever? Then, the Colts conversation begins and Stephen is still thinking Alec Pierce will play in the opener. What does “close” mean? He also comments on if Keenan Allen has real interest to be with the team. Anthony Richardson’s path to playing time, could he be used in a Taysom Hill role, also what is happening with Charvarius Ward’s injury? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/ [https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Full Show Friday 8/14/26: LIVE at Hyatt Place Balcony before Fever vs. Wings + Colts & Patriots reaciton!

00:00 – 25:25 – JMV is live at the Hyatt Place Balcony Bar and begins by sending his thoughts out to the people of East Central Indiana with the massive flooding that has impacted the area. He then gets into the Colts preseason opener and what we saw from Anthony Richardson, the kicking battle and more. He’s joined by Alex Hurst from Hurst and Limontes to discuss all the happenings on today’s show.  25:25– 44:33 – From ESPN, Field Yates joins the show to preview the fantasy football season. Also, he gives his takes on what he saw from the Colts preseason game. They shift to the fantasy football outlook for the year and he explains how Daniel Jones’ and Johnathan Taylor’s productivity is tied together. Plus, he takes us around the league with sleepers, Running back’s value and draft tips.  44:33 – 46:04 – John gives away a Fever hat as he wraps up the first hour 46:04 - 1:09:24 – From the Indianapolis Star, Joel A. Erickson joins the show. He recaps what he saw last night and if he wanted to see Anthony Richardson throw a hail mary at the end of the half. Could we see Anthony Richardson in a smaller package, what did we see from Mekhi Blackmon and the cornerbacks. Then, a special announcement from Hurst and Limontes on a Fever Fund check.  1:09:24 – 1:23:03 – Pat Sullivan from Sullivan Homeware and Garden makes his weekly appearance to talk about what’s happening at the shop, the importance of checking your Sub Pump while the rainfall continues to come down. What are the important elements to pay attention to while this weather is going on?  1:23:03 – 1:30:02 –  John gives away another prize at the Hyatt Place before Debbie Antonelli of Fever TV joins and talks about her Special Olympics free throw challenge.  1:30:02 – 1:59:11 –  We get the Fever takeover with Debbie Antonelli and Pat Boylan as they discuss why the Fever are playing better heading into their game tonight vs the Dallas Wings. What has been the biggest difference in their last nine games? They get into Kelsey Mitchell and her ability to play low to the ground. Then, Pat explains the similarities he draws from the Pacers and the Fever style of play. Could the three week break for the FIBA World Cup be an issue? Debbie explains the pick and roll game that is deadly for the Fever.  1:59:11 – 2:08:17 –  JMV gives away some more prizes before Debbie and Pat get into Stephanie White’s comments.  2:08:17 – 2:10:53 –  JMV wraps up the show with the crew! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/ [https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.