The Ride with JMV Podcast The Ride with JMV

00:00 – 30:22 – The Indiana Fever are riding a 3-game winning streak; John dives into their improved play. He also dives back into the Pascal Siakam extension. J.J Redick has been announced as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers; John examines the move, and if Bronny James will join his father in L.A.  

30:23 – 41:28 – JMV takes a call from a listener who talks about the passing of actor Donald Sutherland. The caller then asks John about the Pacers, and what they might do next. John also talks about the city of Indy doing a fantastic job hosting the US Olympic Swimming Trials!  

41:29 – 48:23 – JMV wraps up the first hour! 

48:24 – 1:18:47 – JMV speaks to Tony East of Locked On Pacers joins the show! Tony and JMV dive into the Fever’s 3rd-straight win, and their continued growth over the last several games. Tony and John discuss the Pacers, and if they will bring back Obi Toppin and others. They also talk about what the Pacers need to do to win more than 47 games next year, and if Mikal Bridges could be a part of that.  

1:18:48 – 1:31:10 – JMV talks about potential trades involving the Pacers, and what might be realistic options.  

1:31:11 – 1:38:16 – JMV reads some questions and comments from listeners of the show as he wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 

1:38:17 – 2:06:09 – JMV speaks to Mike Chappell of FOX59 and CBS4. Mike and John talk about some of their favorite movies, and the passing of Donald Sutherland. They talk about Jeff Saturday’s tenure as interim head coach for the Colts. They relive some of the lowlights of that season, including the Colts o-line not standing up for Nick Foles, and compare that moment to when Caitlin Clark took a cheap shot and her teammates didn’t come to her defense.  

2:06:10 – 2:17:21 – JMV breaks down a trade in the NBA, as well as talking about the new Lakers head coach! 

2:17:22 – 2:21:37 – JMV wraps up the show with one more phone call! 
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00:00 - 26:18 - JMV speaks to Tony East of Locked On Pacers joins the show! Tony and JMV dive into the Fever’s 3rd-straight win, and their continued growth over the last several games. Tony and John discuss the Pacers, and if they will bring back Obi Toppin and others. They also talk about what the Pacers need to do to win more than 47 games next year, and if Mikal Bridges could be a part of that. 

26:19 - 50:18 - JMV speaks to Mike Chappell of FOX59 and CBS4. Mike and John talk about some of their favorite movies, and the passing of Donald Sutherland. They talk about Jeff Saturday’s tenure as interim head coach for the Colts. They relive some of the lowlights of that season, including the Colts o-line not standing up for Nick Foles, and compare that moment to when Caitlin Clark took a cheap shot and her teammates didn’t come to her defense. 
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00:00 – 25:53 – Pascal Siakam has reportedly agreed to a 4-year extension with the Pacers! JMV dives into what that deal could mean for other members of the Pacers. John talks about if the Pacers might trade Jarace Walker, or let some others walk away, like Obi Toppin.  

25:54 – 44:55 – Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake Up Call w/KB & Andy joins the show! Kevin and JMV dive into the Pascal Siakam extension. They discuss if the Pacers need another piece to take that next step. They also address if the Pacers should bring back other players, or if they would be fine with letting them go.  

44:56 – 47:41 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show! 

47:42 – 1:17:32 – JMV takes some calls from listeners of the show; Pat Boylan, voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network joins the show! Pat and JMV first discuss the Fever, and how they have grown with the schedule easing up. They then pivot and dive into the Pacers brining back Pascal Siakam. Will the Pacers make any more moves, or will they attempt to run it back with mostly the same guys? Pat and JMV discuss. 

1:17:33 – 1:28:14 – JMV answers some questions and comments on the Pacers and more as the show rolls on! 

1:28:15 – 1:35:00 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 

1:25:01 – 2:05:22 – Kevin Lee of NBC joins the show! Kevin and JMV talk about the impact that growing up with money has on a racers career. They also discuss some drama between two IndyCar teams. Kevin gives his thoughts on where IndyCar is, especially with new broadcast partners, and if he will make switch to Fox. John and Kevin discuss the passing of Willie Mays.  

2:05:23 – 2:16:05 – JMV describes his love for 80’s and why he references the decade so much. He also takes a call from a listener! 

2:16:06 – 2:22:13 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show!  
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00:00 - 12:05 - JMV takes some calls from listeners of the show; Pat Boylan, voice of the Fever and also of the Pacers Radio Network joins the show! Pat and JMV first discuss the Fever, and how they have grown with the schedule easing up. They then pivot and dive into the Pacers brining back Pascal Siakam. Will the Pacers make any more moves, or will they attempt to run it back with mostly the same guys? Pat and JMV discuss.

12:06 - 29:50 - Kevin Bowen from the morning show The Wake Up Call w/KB & Andy joins the show! Kevin and JMV dive into the Pascal Siakam extension. They discuss if the Pacers need another piece to take that next step. They also address if the Pacers should bring back other players, or if they would be fine with letting them go. 

2950 - 58:06 - Kevin Lee of NBC joins the show! Kevin and JMV talk about the impact that growing up with money has on a racers career. They also discuss some drama between two IndyCar teams. Kevin gives his thoughts on where IndyCar is, especially with new broadcast partners, and if he will make switch to Fox. John and Kevin discuss the passing of Willie Mays. 
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00:00 - 26:02 – The Boston Celtics are NBA Champions, and JMV begins the show by talking about their Finals victory. Pascal Siakam is rumored to be close to re-signing with the Pacers; John discusses their offseason moves and how they can better match up against Boston in the future.  

26:03 – 44:00 – Greg Rakestraw of the ISC Sports Network joins the show! Greg and JMV discuss the IHSAA State Finals in baseball, specifically the epic game between Mooresville and Lake Central. JMV and Greg discuss the fact that Indiana State had 21 baseball players in the transfer portal.  

44:01 – 46:55 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show by wishing former Colts great Jeff Saturday a Happy Birthday! 

46:56 – 1:17:33 – Dave Calabro of WTHR joins the show to talk about his announcement that he is retiring after 32 years on air in Indy! Dave talks about her career, and what led to him deciding to hang it up. He talks about the old days in the television business, and how competitive it used to be.  

1:17:34 – 1:27:13 – JMV continues to talk about the legacy of Dave Calabro, as well as the Pacers. He then opens up the phone lines and takes some calls!  

1:27:14 – 1:33:20 – JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show by reading some questions and comments from listeners, as well as taking one more call! 

1:33:21 – 2:00:09 – Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports joins the show! Evan and JMV talk about the rumors that the Pacers and Pascal Siakam are close to an extension. They talk about Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, as well as the return next year of Bennedict Mathurin. They look at some players that will probably be on a different roster come next season, and discuss how the Pacers can get better defensively on the perimeter.  

2:00:10 – 2:13:21 – JMV looks at some questions and comments from listeners, and takes some calls as well! 

2:13:22 – 2:21:48 – JMV wraps up another edition of the show!  
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00:00 - 23:14 - Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports joins the show! Evan and JMV talk about the rumors that the Pacers and Pascal Siakam are close to an extension. They talk about Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, as well as the return next year of Bennedict Mathurin. They look at some players that will probably be on a different roster come next season, and discuss how the Pacers can get better defensively on the perimeter. 

23:15 - 50:34 - Dave Calabro of WTHR joins the show to talk about his announcement that he is retiring after 32 years on air in Indy! Dave talks about her career, and what led to him deciding to hang it up. He talks about the old days in the television business, and how competitive it used to be. 

50:35 - 1:06:55 - Greg Rakestraw of the ISC Sports Network joins the show! Greg and JMV discuss the IHSAA State Finals in baseball, specifically the epic game between Mooresville and Lake Central. JMV and Greg discuss the fact that Indiana State had 21 baseball players in the transfer portal.  
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