(00:00-23:21) – Thursday’s show begins with the head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers Mike Woodson stopping back to take us through his first stretch of games as the head coach at IU. Coach Woodson also shares how he feels about the Crossroads Classic entering its final edition. Also, Coach Woodson goes over what he sees from the Hoosiers, how they’ve responded to adversity and criticism, and goals for the team this season. Later, Dan reacts to the firing of Urban Meyer by the Jacksonville Jaguars and the way the media is covering his dismissal.  

(23:22-36:05) – The head coach of Notre Dame Fighting Irish basketball Mike Brey joins to share his thoughts on the final edition of the Crossroads Classic what the future will hold for Irish hoops In this portion of the calendar. Also, Coach Brey takes us through ND’s upset of Kentucky last week and if he knows Coach Cal and the Wildcats are never coming back to the Joyce Center. Plus, Coach Brey goes over what makes this version of Notre Dame excel and how his plan of attack varies game to game.     

(36:06-44:58) – Dan talks on the Pacers awful performance last night against Milwaukee and other wild moments across the NBA last night. Plus, a listener calls in to talk about the departure of Urban Meyer.  

(44:59-1:06:36) – The Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor jumps in to look at the Colts upcoming matchup against the New England Patriots and the hunger from the fan base to end their losing streak against the Pats. Plus, Matt talks about the playoff ramifications it has on both teams and the strengths that he sees from this iteration of New England.  

(1:06:37-1:19:51) – We’re back from break as Dan continues to evaluate the state of the Pacers following a dismal performance last night in Milwaukee. Also, Dan brings in show producer Jimmy Cook to discuss Pacers owner Herb Simon’s comments to the media about not entering a rebuild and being happy with his group.

(1:19:52-1:30:49) – Dan ends the second hour by diving further into the way the media is covering the firing of Urban Meyer by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

(1:30:50-1:50:54) – The Voice of the New England Patriots Bob Socci joins to take us Behind Enemy Lines to learn about the Pats. Bob shares what he sees from the Colts and what challenges they will present to New England. Also, Bob talks on the great Ted Karras (junior junior as Dan calls him), center for the Pats, who is the son of Dan’s longtime friend Ted Karras Jr. Plus, Bob goes over what he’s seen out of Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones thus far this season. Later, Bob shares what it’s like to cover Pats HC Bill Belichick over the course of season.               

(1:50:55-2:05:53) – It’s time for Dan vs Fan as Double DD tries to make it three consecutive weeks with wins over the listeners. This week it’s the great “I like what I like” Fred who joins to try and upend Dan.

(2:05:54-2:14:49) – Thursday’s show closes with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan talks more on the Jaguars firing Urban Meyer and reminds listeners he’ll be doing shows live from sunny Florida.  

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(00:00-11:27) – The head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers Mike Woodson stops back to take us through his first stretch of games as the head coach at IU. Coach Woodson also shares how he feels about the Crossroads Classic entering its final edition. Also, Coach Woodson goes over what he sees from the Hoosiers, how they’ve responded to adversity and criticism, and goals for the team this season.

(11:28-24:09) – The head coach of Notre Dame Fighting Irish basketball Mike Brey joins to share his thoughts on the final edition of the Crossroads Classic what the future will hold for Irish hoops In this portion of the calendar. Also, Coach Brey takes us through ND’s upset of Kentucky last week and if he knows Coach Cal and the Wildcats are never coming back to the Joyce Center. Plus, Coach Brey goes over what makes this version of Notre Dame excel and how his plan of attack varies game to game.     

(24:10-40:25) – The Voice of the Colts Matt Taylor jumps in to look at the Colts upcoming matchup against the New England Patriots and the hunger from the fan base to end their losing streak against the Pats. Plus, Matt talks about the playoff ramifications it has on both teams and the strengths that he sees from this iteration of New England.

(40:26-57:13) – The Voice of the New England Patriots Bob Socci joins to take us Behind Enemy Lines to learn about the Pats. Bob shares what he sees from the Colts and what challenges they will present to New England. Also, Bob talks on the great Ted Karras (junior junior as Dan calls him), center for the Pats, who is the son of Dan’s longtime friend Ted Karras Jr. Plus, Bob goes over what he’s seen out of Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones thus far this season. Later, Bob shares what it’s like to cover Pats HC Bill Belichick over the course of season.               

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(00:00-27:09) – We open the show on a Wednesday as Dan shares his prediction for Colts-Pats this weekend. Additionally, Dan shares a What the Hell Wednesday story involving a lady stealing a boat. Later, Dan reviews a piece on Rick Carlisle and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic that Dan feels is a hit piece on Coach Carlisle from going over his time coaching the Mavs and his relationship with Doncic.  

(27:10-35:08) – Dan takes calls from listeners who agree with Dan’s prediction that the Colts are going to beat the Patriots and make a run to the Super Bowl.   

(35:09-42:53) – The first hour concludes with more thoughts on Colts-Pats and a story on the Pacers changing course on a potential rebuild.

(42:54-1:12:09) – Our friend Seth Greenberg of ESPN joins the program to share his thoughts on the upcoming final edition of the Crossroads Classic and why he’s sad to see it go. Coach also talks on the state of Big Ten Basketball, including Michigan losing to Minnesota and Purdue getting upset by St. John’s. Also, Seth looks back at Notre Dame knocking of Kentucky and evaluates the Wildcats for the rest of the season. Plus, Seth highlights some other players and programs that have impressed him in the early goings of the college hoops season.

(1:12:10-1:18:55) – We come back from break with Dan sharing that he will donate to the KSR Kentucky Relief fund to help our neighbors to the south that were devastated by Tornadoes last week.      

(1:18:56-1:25:41) – Dan ends the second hour by talking more on the ESPN piece going over Rick Carlisle’s time with the Mavericks and his relationship with Luka Doncic.

(1:25:42-1:46:58) – The great Todd Blackledge of ESPN stops by to discuss everything we need to know heading into the start of college football bowl season later this week. Plus, Todd goes over how he feels a team like Notre Dame will perform in the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl with new head Coach Marcus Freeman guiding the ship. Todd also shares his thoughts on players opting out of bowl games to stay healthy and focus on the NFL Draft. Later, Todd goes over the matchups in the college football playoff.             

(1:46:59-2:02:07) – Dan continues talking on the ESPN piece about Coach Rick Carlisle’s time with the Dallas Mavericks and the turmoil with Luka Doncic.       

(2:02:08-2:21:33) – Wednesday’s show closes with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of the JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, Dan shares a bet or two that he will be playing tonight.

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(00:00-22:31) – Dan opens Monday’s show by sharing his thoughts on the Colts preseason win over the Carolina Panthers and looking at the individual performances from Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. Dan also talks on the struggles of the left tackle position without Eric Fisher and other miscues he saw in the preseason opener. Listeners also call in sharing their thoughts on play of the Colts yesterday.   

(22:32-47:49) – Our friend Sean Salisbury stops by to share his thoughts on the Colts win over Carolina to open the preseason and the play of Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. Sean takes a deep dive on both Ehlinger and Eason as they overcame adversity in yesterday’s win. Additionally, Sean looks at how the two QBs appear to be handling the pressure in front of them. 

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(00:00-23:29) – The final show of the week starts with Dan sharing the coolest thing he saw yesterday, the City League Basketball Final here in Indianapolis. Dan also shares the dumbest thing that he saw yesterday involving a story on the Colts young quarterbacks. Plus, Dan looks at why phony leadership is easily identified and never works. Dan also asks the audience to help a young girl battling cancer at Riley Children’s Hospital.  

(23:30-34:34) – The talented Jason Hammer of WIBC’s Hammer and Nigel joins the show to share his best bets for the sports weekend, including guidance on the NFL preseason. Plus, Dan asks Hammer if he should bet against their beloved Cubs the rest of the season and if he would make a profit.

(34:35-40:38) – To close hour number one Dan asks Jason Hammer if the Pacers and Colts have put forth an interesting team in their offseason. Dan and Jason later continue to express their frustrations with the direction of the Chicago Cubs.        

(40:39-1:00:47) – Our pal the great Uwe Blab stops by to weigh in on an discussion Dan had with a somebody who enter his house the other day. Uwe also shares whether he could ever envision a time that he would have transferred to Purdue. Uwe also tells us about his current methodology for making the perfect Margarita.  

(1:00:48-1:11:49) – The lovely Leigh Ross-Dakich stops by to share some stories a crazy story from her day around the city.         

(1:11:50-1:19:37) – Dan takes a deep look at the Colts quarterback competition and what he will be keeping an eye on in the Colts first preseason game this weekend.

(1:19:38-1:41:49) – The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, and new host of The Fan Morning Show, stops by to share what he learned from the Colts joint practices with the Carolina Panthers. KB also talks on the injuries to a number of different positions heading into the team’s first preseason game against the Panthers this weekend. Plus, Kevin shares his thoughts on the quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. 

(1:41:50-1:54:57) – Dan talks on how the only thing that matters in this quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger is what Coach Reich sees through this preseason.                

(1:54:58-2:00:20) – The week ends with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, some chatter on last night’s Field of Dreams game in Iowa. Later, Dan again asks listeners to help a 5 year old girl who is fighting for her life over at Riley Children’s Hospital.

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 (00:00-17:06) – The talented Jason Hammer of WIBC’s Hammer and Nigel joins the show to share his best bets for the sports weekend, including guidance on the NFL preseason. Plus, Dan asks Hammer if he should bet against their beloved Cubs the rest of the season and if he would make a profit. Also, Dan asks Jason Hammer if the Pacers and Colts have put forth an interesting team in their offseason. Later, Dan and Jason later continue to express their frustrations with the direction of the Chicago Cubs.         

(17:07-36:45) – Our pal the great Uwe Blab stops by to weigh in on an discussion Dan had with a somebody who enter his house the other day. Uwe also shares whether he could ever envision a time that he would have transferred to Purdue. Uwe also tells us about his current methodology for making the perfect Margarita.  

 (36:46-55:39) – The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, and new host of The Fan Morning Show, stops by to share what he learned from the Colts joint practices with the Carolina Panthers. KB also talks on the injuries to a number of different positions heading into the team’s first preseason game against the Panthers this weekend. Plus, Kevin shares his thoughts on the quarterback competition between Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger. 

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(00:00-15:50) – The always insightful Joe Reitz of the Colts Radio Network joins the show to discuss the development of Sam Ehlinger moving up to split reps with Jacob Eason. Additionally, Dan asks Joe about the mentality of the offensive line and whether Colts fans should be concerned about that group as a whole due to injuries. Plus, a look ahead to the Colts first joint practice with the Panthers and their subsequent preseason game against Carolina this weekend.  

(15:51-31:15) – The play by play voice of the Arizona Cardinals Dave Pasch joins the program to chat on the expectations for the team this season and why he feels they won’t be a bad team. Pasch also talks on Larry Fitzgerald’s future in the NFL, the job security of Cardinals head coach Kilff Kingsbury and how head coaches obtain job security in the NFL. Plus, a look at the expectations for 3rd year rising star QB Kyler Murray.         

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(00:00-24:35) – Wednesday’s show begins with reactions to the Colts giving extensions to Frank Reich and Chris Ballard. Also, Dan looks at reports that Carson Wentz is trending towards a return for the team’s season opener against the Seahawks. Plus, we play some audio from Colts camp and read some emails from listeners on the Colts.             

(24:36-32:30) – Dan expresses his frustrations with the Cubs dumping everything and deciding to act like a small market team. Dan also talks on why they are operating without a plan and decimated their roster at the deadline.

(32:31-38:15) – The Fan’s own Brendan King drops by to share reasons for Dan to be hopeful for the future of the Cubs, though some bad years are to be expected first.    

(38:16-1:04:48) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor stops by and shares the latest on Carson Wentz, Kwity Paye, Quenton Nelson and other injured Colts. Additionally, Matt and Dan look at other ways the Colts can win football games if they are indeed forced to open the season without Carson Wentz.

(1:04:49-1:15:49) – We return from break with Dan talking about a new source he found for the best local eats around Central Indiana. Dan also hands out some congratulations to Frank Reich and Chris Ballard.      

(1:15:50-1:19:41) – Hour number two concludes with Dan interacting with listeners on YouTube and looking more at the long term plan of the Colts.         

(1:19:42-1:41:17) – The final hour of the show beings with Joe Person, Carolina Panthers beat writer for The Athletic, stopping by to take us through the Panthers’ offseason. Most notably, Joe shares how the fan base reacted to the team acquiring Sam Darnold and where expectations are moving forward. Joe also talks on Christian McCaffrey and the weapons Carolina has put around Darnold.        

(1:41:18-1:55:34) – There’s a sprinkle of baseball talk as Dan and Jimmy talk Field of Dreams game and we get an update on a bet on the Yankees Jimmy placed. Dan also discusses things he’s gone through throughout his life, including mental health and how it’s made him a better person. Later, some chatting on Lionel Messi going to PSG and more on the Colts extending Reich and Ballard.             

(1:55:35-2:00:22) – Wednesday’s show ends with Dan sharing the results from today’s Indiana Grand Racing and Casino Race of the Day. Dan also asks show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day. Plus, some more thoughts on the Colts and the state of the franchise.

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(00:00-15:05) – The voice of the Colts Matt Taylor stops by and shares the latest on Carson Wentz, Kwity Paye, Quenton Nelson and other injured Colts. Additionally, Matt and Dan look at other ways the Colts can win football games if they are indeed forced to open the season without Carson Wentz.

(15:06-33:44) – Joe Person, Carolina Panthers beat writer for The Athletic, joins the show to take us through the Panthers’ offseason. Most notably, Joe shares how the fan base reacted to the team acquiring Sam Darnold and where expectations are moving forward. Joe also talks on Christian McCaffrey and the weapons Carolina has put around Darnold.        

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(00:00-21:06) – We open the show on a Tuesday with Dan reminding the audience that we told you Darius Leonard would likely return to Colts practice after his contract was completed. Sure enough, the maniac was out practicing today at Colts camp. Dan also remembers the life of legendary racing announcer and Indiana native Bob Jenkins who passed away at the age of 73. Plus, Dan interacts with fans on the YouTube chat about the Colts and Darius Leonard.      

(21:07-45:43) – The talented Kirk Herbstreit of ESPN joins the program to take us through his memoir Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood, and College GameDay Saturdays. Kirk shares the struggles he had growing up, how football changed his life, and how he’s balanced being a father through it all. Later, Dan and Krik share stories about how they adjusted schedules to be able to see their kids play youth sports.

(45:45-1:02:53) – The second hour of the show begins with Dan looking further at the injuries to the Colts and whether or not it’s wise to have so much money tied up in a Guard and a Linebacker in Quenton Nelson and Darius Leonard.      

(1:02:54-1:16:30) – The Dean Mike Chappell of Fox 59 and CBS 4 stops by to discuss Quenton Nelson and Darius Leonard getting PAID by the Colts and whether or not it’s smart having that much money tied up. Dan and Chappy also look at the Colts quarterback situation and how reliable Jacob Eason and/or Sam Ehlinger could be while waiting for Carson Wentz to recover.      

(1:16:31-1:20:21) – Dan reviews a few comments on Twitter and also looks at what the YouTube chat has to offer today. Plus, some brief comments on the Colts injuries and IU football.      

(1:20:22-1:45:26) – We come back with a visit from Brendan King who shares what he’s seen at Colts camp far and how he feels about the quarterback position. Plus, Mike Dussault of Patriots.com joins to continue our Behind Enemy Lines series and gives the rundown of the expectations for the Pats an the QB competition between Mac Jones and Cam Newton. Plus, some news on the Colts quarterback situation changing in how first team reps are divided.       

(1:45:27-1:56:42) – We take a look at some of the Colts contracts currently on the books, including the specifics of Carson Wentz’s contacts. Plus, Dan shares how he looks at this Colts team as things currently stand.    

(1:56:43-2:00:22) – Tuesday’s show closes with Dan sharing the results from today’s Indiana Grand Racing and Casino Race of the Day. Dan also asks show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Plays of the Day.

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