00:00– 12:04 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins the show. He and John run through the high school football results from week 1, his feelings around Alec Pierce’s looming return, and remembering Dolly Parton and Matt Bair. 

12:04 - 34:28 – From ESPN.com, Adam Rittenberg joins. We get right to the discussion on the Big Ten banning players who participated on a professional roster from coming back. Adam and John do a deep dive on IU and why retaining their coordinators will matter a great deal towards their success. Lastly, they discuss the Big Ten, including which coaches are on the hot seat, plus how will Barry Odom fair in year 2 at Purdue? 

34:28 – 41:45 –  JMV continues to remember Dolly Parton and tells a Matt Bair story after his passing over the weekend.

00:00&ndash; 12:04 &ndash; From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins the show. He and John run through the high school football results from week 1, his feelings around Alec Pierce&rsquo;s looming return, and remembering Dolly Parton and Matt Bair.&nbsp;
12:04 - 34:28 &ndash; From <a href="http://espn.com">ESPN.com</a>, Adam Rittenberg joins. We get right to the discussion on the Big Ten banning players who participated on a professional roster from coming back. Adam and John do a deep dive on IU and why retaining their coordinators will matter a great deal towards their success. Lastly, they discuss the Big Ten, including which coaches are on the hot seat, plus how will Barry Odom fair in year 2 at Purdue?&nbsp;
34:28 &ndash; 41:45 &ndash;&nbsp; JMV continues to remember Dolly Parton and tells a Matt Bair story after his passing over the weekend.

Step into the realm of unconventional sports talk with JMV on "The Ride With JMV," where the excitement of Indianapolis sports meets unique locations and vibrant atmospheres.

Join JMV, a seasoned radio personality on 93.5 & 107.5 The Fan in Indianapolis, as he hosts the sports evening drive show that brings you the latest topics and conversations surrounding Indianapolis sports.

Whether he's broadcasting from bars, backyards, businesses, or any place that invites his lively presence, JMV offers a fresh perspective on sports news, engaging discussions, and entertaining banter.

Tune in to "The Ride With JMV" for a one-of-a-kind sports experience that goes beyond the traditional studio setting.

Step into the realm of unconventional sports talk with JMV on "The Ride With JMV," where the excitement of Indianapolis sports meets unique locations and vibrant atmospheres.
Join JMV, a seasoned radio personality on 93.5 &amp; 107.5 The Fan in Indianapolis, as he hosts the sports evening drive show that brings you the latest topics and conversations surrounding Indianapolis sports.
Whether he's broadcasting from bars, backyards, businesses, or any place that invites his lively presence, JMV offers a fresh perspective on sports news, engaging discussions, and entertaining banter.
Tune in to "The Ride With JMV" for a one-of-a-kind sports experience that goes beyond the traditional studio setting.

The Ride with JMV

Mainly sports, mixed in with pop culture. As likely to remember the participants from the 1987 Final Four and the top 10 songs on the charts that same week in 1987. No one is more connected when it comes to the Indianapolis Colts. And no one is in love more with Southern Indiana as JMV.

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Best of JMV 8-25-26

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/cc2608ad-931d-407b-81e9-b4b1016b365d/transcript

00:00 – 29:20 – JMV opens the show with a “skypoint” to Dolly Parton as it was announced she passed away. He continues to remember co-worker and friend Matt Bair and what he meant to him and the station, while also saying how rough of a week it’s been so far. He gets to the Alec Pierce news that he his now expected to practice later this week. How does that affect his expectations going into this year? 

29:20– 44:53 – From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins the show. He and John run through the high school football results from week 1, his feelings around Alec Pierce’s looming return, and remembering Dolly Parton and Matt Bair.

44:53 – 48:20 – Remembering Dolly Parton, we lost Robin Miller five years ago. 

48:20 - 1:20:08 – From ESPN.com, Adam Rittenberg joins. We get right to the discussion on the Big Ten banning players who participated on a professional roster from coming back. Adam and John do a deep dive on IU and why retaining their coordinators will matter a great deal towards their success. Lastly, they discuss the Big Ten, including which coaches are on the hot seat, plus how will Barry Odom fair in year 2 at Purdue?

1:20:08 – 1:28:16 – JMV continues to remember Dolly Parton and tells a Matt Bair story after his passing over the weekend. 

1:28:16 – 1:34:21 – Wrapping up the first hour of the show!

1:34:21 – 1:59:51 – Every year, Danny Bridges of the Indianapolis Recorder joins John for a conversation on the legacy of Robin Miller, former racetrack reporter and Indianapolis legend. Danny knew Robin extremely well, they reflect on the legacy of Robin after his passing five years ago today. 

1:59:51 – 2:14:14 – JMV takes a caller who has a Dolly Parton story

2:14:14 – 2:20:28 – We give away a spot in our fantasy football league before wrapping up the show and one last tribute to Dolly Parton.

00:00 &ndash; 29:20 &ndash; JMV opens the show with a &ldquo;skypoint&rdquo; to Dolly Parton as it was announced she passed away. He continues to remember co-worker and friend Matt Bair and what he meant to him and the station, while also saying how rough of a week it&rsquo;s been so far. He gets to the Alec Pierce news that he his now expected to practice later this week. How does that affect his expectations going into this year?&nbsp;
29:20&ndash; 44:53 &ndash; From the ISC Sports Network, Greg Rakestraw joins the show. He and John run through the high school football results from week 1, his feelings around Alec Pierce&rsquo;s looming return, and remembering Dolly Parton and Matt Bair.
44:53 &ndash; 48:20 &ndash; Remembering Dolly Parton, we lost Robin Miller five years ago.&nbsp;
48:20 - 1:20:08 &ndash; From <a href="http://espn.com">ESPN.com</a>, Adam Rittenberg joins. We get right to the discussion on the Big Ten banning players who participated on a professional roster from coming back. Adam and John do a deep dive on IU and why retaining their coordinators will matter a great deal towards their success. Lastly, they discuss the Big Ten, including which coaches are on the hot seat, plus how will Barry Odom fair in year 2 at Purdue?
1:20:08 &ndash; 1:28:16 &ndash; JMV continues to remember Dolly Parton and tells a Matt Bair story after his passing over the weekend.&nbsp;
1:28:16 &ndash; 1:34:21 &ndash; Wrapping up the first hour of the show!
1:34:21 &ndash; 1:59:51 &ndash; Every year, Danny Bridges of the Indianapolis Recorder joins John for a conversation on the legacy of Robin Miller, former racetrack reporter and Indianapolis legend. Danny knew Robin extremely well, they reflect on the legacy of Robin after his passing five years ago today.&nbsp;
1:59:51 &ndash; 2:14:14 &ndash; JMV takes a caller who has a Dolly Parton story
2:14:14 &ndash; 2:20:28 &ndash; We give away a spot in our fantasy football league before wrapping up the show and one last tribute to Dolly Parton.

Full Show Tuesday 8/25/26: Colts back at practice + Adam Rittenberg and Greg Rakestraw join & RIP Dolly Parton

00:00 – 23:37 – JMV begins with his thoughts on the Colts shellacking in their second preseason game. He starts to discuss if it even matters, and why it’s okay to say it was disinteresting. He then gets to what happened at the Fever game yesterday with Enes Kanter-Freedom. Then, Jason Hammer from WIBC joins to share news that Traffic reporter and friend, Matt Bair, passed away. They reflect on his impact and share their favorite memories of him. 

23:37– 43:28 – JMV touches on the LIV event in Westfield, NBA power rankings that have the Pacers 9th in the eastern conference, which sparks a discussion on what we should expect from the team in the first few months of the season. Then, circles back to the passing of Matt Bair.

43:28 – 48:15 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show.

48:15 - 1:16:36 – From the Fever TV play-by-play, Pat Boylan joins the show. He recaps the Fever’s split over the weekend and why the game yesterday was extremely important. How good was Caitlin Clark's performance against the Sky, how has Makayla Timpson’s starting lineup insertion raised the ceiling for the team, and how Pat feels about the Pacers being on DAZN. 

1:16:36 – 1:28:06 – JMV let’s listeners know he will be at the Noblesville Kroger on Wednesday and the first Bud Light Blue Friday of the season. Then, he tells the story of teaching his mom where the Pacers will be streamed this year. 

1:28:06 – 1:31:10 – Wrapping up the second hour of the show with thoughts on the Garth Brooks matinee show over the weekend.

1:31:10 – 2:02:49 – ESPN’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly hit on the show with what he took away from a largely uneventful preseason game, JT Tuimoloau’s status on the roster, Caden Curry and the backup QB battle. He explains how Anthony Richardson’s versatility is his biggest asset. Plus, will Charvarius Ward be back for week 1 and what is the status of the linebacker room and what he’s interested to see in the preseason finale against the Detroit Lions. Also, Stephen is on his way to Tyrese Haliburton’s charity softball game. John and Stephen share stories 

2:02:49 – 2:11:13 – Caleb and JMV discuss the state of college sports before John gets back to remembering Matt Bair.

2:11:13 – 2:17:28 – JMV wraps up the show by wondering if the Fever will be affected by their hiatus.

00:00 &ndash; 23:37 &ndash; JMV begins with his thoughts on the Colts shellacking in their second preseason game. He starts to discuss if it even matters, and why it&rsquo;s okay to say it was disinteresting. He then gets to what happened at the Fever game yesterday with Enes Kanter-Freedom. Then, Jason Hammer from WIBC joins to share news that Traffic reporter and friend, Matt Bair, passed away. They reflect on his impact and share their favorite memories of him.&nbsp;
23:37&ndash; 43:28 &ndash; JMV touches on the LIV event in Westfield, NBA power rankings that have the Pacers 9th in the eastern conference, which sparks a discussion on what we should expect from the team in the first few months of the season. Then, circles back to the passing of Matt Bair.
43:28 &ndash; 48:15 &ndash; JMV wraps up the first hour of the show.
48:15 - 1:16:36 &ndash; From the Fever TV play-by-play, Pat Boylan joins the show. He recaps the Fever&rsquo;s split over the weekend and why the game yesterday was extremely important. How good was Caitlin Clark's performance against the Sky, how has Makayla Timpson&rsquo;s starting lineup insertion raised the ceiling for the team, and how Pat feels about the Pacers being on DAZN.&nbsp;
1:16:36 &ndash; 1:28:06 &ndash; JMV let&rsquo;s listeners know he will be at the Noblesville Kroger on Wednesday and the first Bud Light Blue Friday of the season. Then, he tells the story of teaching his mom where the Pacers will be streamed this year.&nbsp;
1:28:06 &ndash; 1:31:10 &ndash; Wrapping up the second hour of the show with thoughts on the Garth Brooks matinee show over the weekend.
1:31:10 &ndash; 2:02:49 &ndash; ESPN&rsquo;s Stephen Holder makes his weekly hit on the show with what he took away from a largely uneventful preseason game, JT Tuimoloau&rsquo;s status on the roster, Caden Curry and the backup QB battle. He explains how Anthony Richardson&rsquo;s versatility is his biggest asset. Plus, will Charvarius Ward be back for week 1 and what is the status of the linebacker room and what he&rsquo;s interested to see in the preseason finale against the Detroit Lions. Also, Stephen is on his way to Tyrese Haliburton&rsquo;s charity softball game. John and Stephen share stories&nbsp;
2:02:49 &ndash; 2:11:13 &ndash; Caleb and JMV discuss the state of college sports before John gets back to remembering Matt Bair.
2:11:13 &ndash; 2:17:28 &ndash; JMV wraps up the show by wondering if the Fever will be affected by their hiatus.

Full Show Monday 8/24/26: Colts Preseason Game 2 Review + Fever Split on the Weekend! 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/b1b5f02a-5748-404b-ad7c-b4b0016ae936/transcript

00:00– 25:08 –  From the Fever TV play-by-play, Pat Boylan joins the show. He recaps the Fever’s split over the weekend and why the game yesterday was extremely important. How good was Caitlin Clark's performance against the Sky, how has Makayla Timpson’s starting lineup insertion raised the ceiling for the team, and how Pat feels about the Pacers being on DAZN. 

25:08 - 51:18 –  ESPN’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly hit on the show with what he took away from a largely uneventful preseason game, JT Tuimoloau’s status on the roster, Caden Curry and the backup QB battle. He explains how Anthony Richardson’s versatility is his biggest asset. Plus, will Charvarius Ward be back for week 1 and what is the status of the linebacker room and what he’s interested to see in the preseason finale against the Detroit Lions.

00:00&ndash; 25:08 &ndash; &nbsp;From the Fever TV play-by-play, Pat Boylan joins the show. He recaps the Fever&rsquo;s split over the weekend and why the game yesterday was extremely important. How good was Caitlin Clark's performance against the Sky, how has Makayla Timpson&rsquo;s starting lineup insertion raised the ceiling for the team, and how Pat feels about the Pacers being on DAZN.&nbsp;
25:08 - 51:18 &ndash;&nbsp; ESPN&rsquo;s Stephen Holder makes his weekly hit on the show with what he took away from a largely uneventful preseason game, JT Tuimoloau&rsquo;s status on the roster, Caden Curry and the backup QB battle. He explains how Anthony Richardson&rsquo;s versatility is his biggest asset. Plus, will Charvarius Ward be back for week 1 and what is the status of the linebacker room and what he&rsquo;s interested to see in the preseason finale against the Detroit Lions.

Best of JMV 8/24/26

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/ce38f56a-25ac-428c-9471-b4b001679db8/transcript

Best of JMV 8-25-26

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