Indiana Drive With Caleb Zuver & Friends

Mid-American Conference Tournament Trip Day 4: Final Thoughts

For one last time from the Wyndham Hotel in Cleveland, Ohio, the crew wraps up the week that was. A special day of hoops took place in Rocket Mortgage Friday as Buffalo and Toledo went to OT and Ball State couldn't muster up any offense in their 65-50 loss to Kent State. While Ball State will most likely get a WNIT birth, there will be questions about whether teams like the Cardinals and Toledo deserve a spot in the NCAA tournament. The crew discusses the selection committee issue that faces...

Mid-American Conference Tournament Trip Day 3: Welcome Mya and Andrew!

After a quick gas station run, Mya Cataline and Andrew Berger join the show as they recap the squad's day off in Cleveland! Despite that, Kyle and Zach are still working hard with columns and features dropping Friday. Mya and Andrew talk about the planning that goes into taking photos at such a big event and what they have learned being at the tournament.  With the squad heading to the arena tomorrow for Ball State's game against Kent State, the group previews what to expect. Stay tuned tomo...

Mid-American Conference Tournament Day 2: Two-Eights aka one-fourth aka a quarter aka...

On day two of the Mid-American Conference tournament podcast, the gentlemen report again from the Wyndham Hotel. While Zach Carter is checking on the availability of plungers in the hotel (yes you read that right), Kyle Smedley and Elijah Poe talk about their thoughts on Ball State's first-round win over Ohio. They also dive into another great day of food in downtown Cleveland. When Zach returns from downstairs, he has good and bad news to report to the crew. Long story short, by the time yo...

Mid-American Conference Tournament Trip Day 1: Advice!

Greetings from Cleveland! Caleb  Zuver and friends are on the road once again, this time to cover the Ball State women's basketball team at the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Tournament! Tuesday was a travel day for Caleb, Zach Carter, Kyle Smedley, Elijah Poe, Andrew Berger and Mya Cataline as they made the four-hour trip from Muncie to Cleveland with various stops along the way. As a prelude to the week, the ones who have experienced the MAC tournament talk to Caleb about what to expect as ...

Road trip: The Sights and Sounds of South Bend

In the first episode of 2024, Caleb tags along with a friend of the podcast Dylan Dominique, along with his brother Carter Dominique and Jase Kepler for a special sports day. They have tickets to the Duke @ Notre Dame men's college basketball game and the Indianapolis Colts are playing the most important game of the season. While it would've been nice to be at both, there are memories to be made on the hallowed grounds of Notre Dame. Shake down the thunder, cause here comes Indiana Drive!

Road trip: Welcome to Week 15 Steelers vs. Colts

In an episode that fluctuates with audio quality thanks to different microphones, different settings, and different emotions, Zach Greer and Caleb Zuver navigate a busy day on the sports calendar. Caleb takes Zach through all of the Zuver gameday traditions, including touching the brick and the Peyton Manning statue. They also capture the sights and sounds of downtown Indianapolis throughout the evening as they celebrate the end of another semester at Ball State University.  email: inddrive...

Road trip: Midweek MACtion!

The Doyt was special underneath the midweek MACtion lights. Caleb and Ryan loaded up the car once more and traveled to Bowling Green once more. This time, the goal was to see if Ball State could stay alive for bowl eligibility. Enjoy a segment from the world-famous restaurant Mister Spots (2:52) where they debrief on the ESPN fame they gained over the weekend. Then, it's inside the stadium for a critical third-quarter drive (27:26). As they sweat out the bets they placed, Kiael Kelly tries t...

On the Green with Daniel Kehn

We hit the road to finally catch up with Ball State Daily News Editor-In-Chief Daniel Kehn to talk about a multitude of topics. Caleb talks to Daniel about their golf games, his life in sports, and how he's grown during his time at college. In the This or That segment, the two discuss the Ohio-Michigan rivalry, as well as Daniel's important story on Ball State Volleyball's Will McPhillips, which you can find here. Dan's Podcasts: Underqualified Knuckleheads and A Yankee's Guide to the Prem...

Rippin' Lips with Zach Carter

This episode's deadliest catch is Zach Carter, associate sports editor for the Ball State Daily News. They spend a night by the water to talk about how Zach has established relationships in Delaware County, and how it has shaped him to become the writer he is today. They discuss his "why" as a journalist and some of the stories that he's enjoyed telling the most. Sports and fishing are the ways that Zach brings people together, and he hopes to do the same with his career. Hook your bait, cas...

Autumn Spence: Hills and Valleys

This episode of Indiana Drive looks a little bit different, thanks to guest Autumn Spence! After growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Autumn has taken on a running life that has brought countless twists, turns, hills, and valleys, just like a cross-country course does. She shares a little bit about her life in the sport, and shows off her amazing design and art skills in this hour-long conversation! Check out Caleb's Ball State women's cross-country season preview here. Check out Autumn's In...

Roadtrip: Ball State @ Kentucky

On the first road trip podcast of senior year, Caleb and Ryan Sierocki make their way to Lexington, Kentucky, for week 1 of the college football season to see their school, the Ball State Cardinals, take on the Kentucky Wildcats. Along the way, they bring on some special guests. Shoutout to Jonah Farnstrom, Zach Greer, and John Kleymeyer for being guests on this episode! Even though the result didn't go the Cardinals way, it was a special weekend down south.  email:[email protected]

Indiana Roots With Kyle Smedley

In the first episode of his senior year, Caleb chats with the sports editor of the Ball State Daily News, Kyle Smedley. Kyle has lived in Muncie for his entire life and has developed a deep and meaningful relationship with the community. Through that love, he's done work through sports and news to tell the stories of Delaware County. He discusses tough decisions in his life, how he works to blaze his own trail, and what he forsees for the Daily News in 2023.  Follow Kyle Smedley on X @KyleS...

Road trip: First Round of the NCAA Women's Tennis Tournament

Caleb Zuver and Zach Greer have followed the Ball State women's tennis team all season long, and on the last episode of Indiana Drive for their junior years, in the words of Daft Punk, they do it "one more time." Hop in, and follow the guys as they talk about the seniors on the team that will be missed, as well as news in other Ball State and professional sports. You'll also get Maurice Zuver's thoughts on the Indianapolis Colts draft, because everyone is dying to know. Plus, Zach Greer ente...

TGIF April 26th: What NBA players do you want at your wedding?

On this episode of T.G.I.F., the Meech has a funny gym story from his week. They also do a deep dive on the NBA playoffs, and how they expect the matchups to shake out. The NFL draft is here, and the guys share their thoughts on what they want their teams to do. It's also a big week for the Ball State women's tennis team, as they compete in the MAC tournament. All that and more on T.G.I.F. Your last chance to catch us live will be this Wednesday at 1 on WCRD!

We're going to Miami...

In the words of Will Smith, welcome to Miami. No, not the one with beaches and palm trees. Instead, come along with Caleb and friends of the podcast, Zach Greer and Ryan Sierocki as they travel to Oxford, Ohio to visit some friends and cover the Ball State women's tennis match against the Miami Redhawks. Read the recap of the match here: https://www.ballstatedaily.com/article/2023/04/sports-ball-state-cardinals-womens-tennis-miami-redhawks email: [email protected]

T.G.I.F. April 19: Is it over?

Come for the NBA playoff talk where the guys breakdown every series, and stay for the conversations about Meech's buzzcut, Ryan's take on where the music industry is headed, and so much more. Just a few shows left, so don't miss out on your chance to listen to the show live every Wednesday at 1 p.m. on 91.3 WCRD!

TGIF 4.12

Don't do the most

Apologies for the clunkiness of the first segment, as the recording got started late. We talk about Meech's tweet about Aristotle, and what sparked him to tweet such a random thought. We also recap the men's and women's NCAA tournament, and look ahead to the NBA playoffs. All of this while a storm is going on. Listen live every Wednesday at 1 p.m. on 91.3 WCRD!

When In Doubt, "U" It Out

After a week off last week, T.G.I.F. is back on the radio. They discuss both the men's and women's final 4, as well as the impact that this women's tournament has had specifically. They give their picks as well. The NBA is running into the load management problem again, with some of the guys' favorite players taking games off. What does it say about the fact that nothing has changed? And after a discussion about the NFL owners meetings, enjoy a discussion on how menacing the geese are on Bal...

March Madness with T.G.I.F.

This. Is. March. And the T.G.I.F. crew has you covered with a march madness preview show, with special guest Zach Greer. They discuss their drafting of the the 64 teams, and, turn away Indiana Basketball fans, because the guys reveal who they DON'T want to see win the title. The NFL off-season is on fire, and the Bears and Colts are making interesting moves. The bears fans give their take, and Caleb has one wish for the Colts.  Listen live every Wednesday at 1 p.m. on 91.3 WCRD!

T.G.I.F. on a Wednesday...but recorded on a Monday over zoom

The guys meet up over zoom, and discuss what they're up to on spring break, as well as the latest happenings with the Ja Morant situation. They also give conference tournament predictions. Then, they give a review for Peep X Pepsi, and how they came across the interesting concoction. All that and more on a spring break edition of T. G.I.F. 

Another T.G.I.F... on a Wednesday

The group discusses "Lovesick", Don Tolliver's new album. They also discuss the happenings in college hoops, because it's the first day of March. Ball State basketball is limping towards the conference tournament, and there's uncertainty about how they'll perform in Cleveland. Then, they give their top five players with the most to gain by winning a championship in the NBA, as we are now on the other side of the All-Star break. All that and more in another episode of T.G.I.F.! The show will ...

T.G.I.F. February 22nd: How bout them Cards?

After an exhilarating basketball game the night before, T.G.I.F. discusses what that win means for the program, and how we're feeling as students at this university rooting for this team. They also discuss their chaotic weeks as they got to be on the court pre-game at Pacers vs. Bulls, and went to see Antman and the Wasp: Quantamania. Then, Ryan has an Iso, and Muncie Meech delivers once again. Catch us next week for our last show before spring break at 1 p.m. on 91.3 WCRD!

T.G.I.F. February 15th: Trout Fishing

The guys take a look back at the Super Bowl, as well as the NBA trade deadline. They also dive into how their valentines day went, as well as Caleb and Meech acting a fool at the volleyball game. Listen every Wednesday at 1 p.m. on 91.3 WCRD!

T.G.I.F. Wednesday February 8th: Defense wins championships

Forgive the audio issues at the beginning, but the guys are back, and they react to Lebron passing Kareem on the all-time scoring list. They talk about his legacy, and just how insane it is for him to accomplish this feat. It's also super bowl week. What are the biggest keys to the game? Finally, it's a debate on why smelling TOO good is a problem. Listen every Wednesday at 1 on 91.3 WCRD!

'Sko Cards!

It's a Ball State road trip podcast, as Zach Greer, Ryan Sierocki and Caleb Zuver take the 2 1/2 hour road trip to BGSU for the Ball State versus Bowling Green Men's basketball game! They talk about their experiences the whole way: from their go-to gas station orders, to getting their picture with the university president, it's an experience!  email:[email protected]

Ryan Squanda's is, was, and always will be...a celebrity

Former Bryan Times Sports Editor Ryan Squanda joins Indiana Drive! Ryan and Caleb talk about the Detroit Lions, and what their outlook is going into the off-season (7:23). They get into Ryan's life growing up, and they find out that they share something in common in terms of some of their favorite early sports (14:19). They get into how they gravitated to sports journalism, and Ryan explains some of his favorite stories from the days of covering the Michigan State basketball team (26:30). Th...

Civil War: Bucks vs Cavs

It's another road trip edition of Indiana Drive! Come along with Caleb and Mo as they meet up with Laney and Robbie for Bucks vs Cavs. Follow on Instagram and Twitter @czindrive email:[email protected]

T.G.I.F. December 10th

In Demetrios' last show of the year, we welcome a special guest to the program, Lucas Limpin! The guys give a deep dive on the NBA, as there are a ton of narratives flying around. Who is the best team in the West, and is it just a two team race out East? Who is the MVP? They also discuss the college football playoff final 4, and give their predictions for what will happen on new year's eve. The show ends with a trip down memory lane, as the guys reminisce on some of their favorite high schoo...

T.G.I.F. December 2nd

The boys slow roll it till they hit an hour, as they cover everything College Football. They also touch on the World Cup, and women's college hoops. Only two more shows left, make sure to catch them live on 91.3 WCRD every Friday at noon!

T.G.I.F. November 18th

This episode of T.G.I.F. starts off a bit differently, with a discussion about thanksgiving that includes a drafting of thanksgiving foods. A poll will be posted with your chance to vote on the podcast pages instagram and twitter, so be on the lookout for that. So much NBA and NFL to get to, and is twitter dead? All that and so much more! email:[email protected]

TGIF November 11th

Happy Friday! With Caleb out due to illness, friend of the show Sachin Yadav joins the show and Ryan hosts for the first time. Ryan, Sachin and Meech discuss the happenings in the NBA, especially with the Warriors and the Bulls. Meech gets to explain himself about the Tennessee Volunteers. And as always, Winston and Sicko of the week, and what's happening in Muncie!

TGIF Friday November 4th

The guys are back with another episode of TGIF, with lots of NFL trade deadline news, a big week of college football ahead, and the Brooklyn Nets and their never-ending news cycle. All that, as well as Winston and Sicko of the week!

Facing Social Justice With Adam Kuban

Dr. Adam Kuban of Ball State University join the podcast to talk about his life in sports, his life in teaching, and the "Facing Social Justice in Sports" book. His Sports writing and reporting classes from the Fall of '21 and Spring of '22 put together first person narrative stories and published them through "The Facing Project". Dr. Kuban explains why this cause was so important to him, as well as what he hopes to do with it in the future.  The book can be purchase on amazon through this ...

Facing Social Justice in Sports with Adam Kuban

Dr. Adam Kuban of Ball State University join the podcast to talk about his life in sports, his life in teaching, and the "Facing Social Justice in Sports" book. His Sports writing and reporting classes from the Fall of '21 and Spring of '22 put together first person narrative stories and published them through "The Facing Project". Dr. Kuban explains why this cause was so important to him, as well as what he hopes to do with it in the future.  The book can be purchase on amazon through this ...

TGIF October 28th

Another T.G.I.F. Friday brings more NBA and NFL storylines. The guys also talk about the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and what they're excited about in the near future. Trick or Treat is happening this weekend and on Monday all around, and the guy reminisce about when they used to hit the streets with some of their favorite costumes. Winston and Sicko of the week as well. Happy Friday!

T.G.I.F. Friday Week 5

Caleb finally got the recording to work this week after a week off, and they go in on a deep dive on the NFL, and what to make of the league as a whole. They break down the Christian McCaffery trade, and what that means for the 49ers and the NFC as a whole. Meech gets his time to gloat about Rocky Top, and those Tennessee Volunteers big win against Alabama last weekend. They also touch on the biggest storylines of the NBA's opening week. Winston of the week and sicko of the week round out th...

What the heck did we watch last night?

Caleb, Ryan and Meech are back discussing the awful Thursday night football game between the Colts and the Broncos. Draymond Green finds himself in controversy again, and the guys talk about the specifications of this incident compared to other NBA controversies. October is here. which means the MLB playoffs are underway. The guys give their playoff picks. Stay tuned at the end for Winston of the week, sicko of the week and shoutouts! T.G.I.F! email:[email protected]

T.G.I.F. Introduces Winston of the Week!

Happy Friday! T.G.I.F. is back again for those of you who missed the show, or are re-listening! Caleb, Ryan, and Meech talk about the reaction around Tua Tagovailoa and him being carted off in a stretcher on Thursday night. Also, Aaron Judge tying Roger Maris' home-run record, and how it's being covered. As well as NBA media day takeaways, where Ryan and Meech clash once again about the never-ending Durant and Harden Debate. And a new segment called W.O.T.W. Winston of the Week. Follow, Rate...

Mahomes & Co. Enter the Moseum

It's another game day road-trip for Caleb and Mo, as they head to Indy for the Colts season opener. Listen to the sounds of a game day with the Zuver boys, which considered lots of tailgating, ranting and a Colts upset win!  email: [email protected]

A T.G.I.F. Friday on Indiana Drive

You might be asking yourself, what's T.G.I.F.? Well, you probably think it stands for Thank God It's Friday. Which is partly correct. But, in this instance, it stands the Three Guys It's Friday. Demetri Rauch, Ryan Sierocki, and Caleb Zuver are live every Friday at noon on 91.3 WCRD talking about the hottest sports topics, and life in general. And since some people can't get the show live, for the time being, the lovely followers of Indiana Drive will reap the benefits! Every Friday we'll be...

Taylor Peters...How Do You Practice Diving?

Consider this one an educational episode for Caleb... as he finds out how diving, gymnastics, and pole vaulting work thanks to the incredible Taylor Peters. Taylor talks about her life on the dive team at the University of Michigan, and how the other sports she played growing up all helped her in putting her where she is now. Taylor talks about putting herself first in a life-altering decision, and how coming to terms with those hard decisions. She also gives maybe the best top 3 list in the...

Zach Greer Takes on Bryan Ohio

This episode of Indiana Drive with Zach Greer starts out a bit differently, with a candid recording on the Marvel Movies that Caleb has been watching recently, as he just finished watching the entire MCU before the new Thor movie drops (0:00). Then, the NBA offseason has been filled with many unforeseen twists and turns. Zach and Caleb try to dig deeper on the KD-Kyrie situation, and they revisit the draft (10:05). Many stories are told about Zach's sports life in the personal discussion. Hi...

Owen Huard is HERE

After a long layoff, childhood friend of Caleb's Owen Huard joins the podcast. Owen is currently running Cross Country and track at Michigan State, and talks about his path that has had many ups and downs, but many lessons learned along the way. He and Caleb also rehash some Bryan Jr. Bears memories, and the moments growing up that matured them. Follow on instagram and twitter, @czindrive. Follow, Rate, Review! Email: [email protected]

Two Colts Super Fans...Cuttin' It Up!

Andy Newman, freshman and media student at Ball State University, joins the show to talk about a lot of the common interests that him and Caleb share. Other than being a media student, they love the Indianapolis Colts. They talk about the off-season, and where it sets the team up for the future, as well as reminiscing on the past (9:25). Then, they jump into what's happening at Ball State, with the volleyball team making some noise as they look to claim a national championship this weekend (...

Mo, Miggy, and Motown

Maurice Zuver makes his triumphant return to the podcast, with another road trip podcast experience. They start on the road, then jump into the stadium for when Miguel Cabrera joins the 3,000 hit club. A wonderful spontaneous trip and podcast for everyone about a father and son enjoying some baseball. Enjoy! Email: [email protected] Insta/Twitter: @czindrive

Money Man Meech

Demetrious Rauch, a friend from Ball State University lights up the podcast this week, and drops knowledge on a multitude of subjects. If you want to talk NBA, Meech is here for you with his thoughts on the NBA play-in games and his predictions for the playoffs as a whole (). Then, Meech talks about his life and journey up to this point, and we get to find out so many new things about how his experiences have made him who he is today (36:20). Finally, this or that ends the show (1:01:20). Su...

Augusta With Case Hartman

It's Masters week, so who better to have on than Case Hartman? He joins the pod to give an outlook on what to expect this weekend at Augusta (3:56). The MLB is back as well this week, and Case gives his thoughts on the new look Cleveland Guardians, and the league as a whole (10:56). A trade with Case's favorite team, the Saints went down this week. He discusses his thoughts on what that trade says about the teams future (15:22). Finally, Case gives his thoughts about March Madness and how th...

Big Steppin' With Randy Holtz

In the return of Indiana Drive With Caleb Zuver and friends, Randy Holtz joins the show to talk Indiana football, and the different route he took to being where he is today: A Big 10 offensive lineman. Some technical difficulties got rid of the first half of the conversation, so some of the aspects talked about might not make too much sense, but overall, Randy is someone who has a story to tell and memories that he reflects on with Caleb. Remember to follow @czindrive on instagram and twitte...

Jason Hug Is Going to Teach You Something Today: Part 2

If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, stop and go back to listen first! Part 2 of a conversation with Jason Hug is here, and we discuss his journey at West Point and how hard it was at certain moments (1:52). We also touch on how his brother followed him to attend the academy, and then we move into after west point and all the different places that Jason has been able to visit (28:16). Finally, the this or that segment is a good one as Jason rehashes some high school memories (46:42). Follo...