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The Tony D Podcast

The Tony D Podcast

By Tony Donohue

After 10 years in radio in Indy, Tony Donohue is like Kevin McCallister and all by himself. He loves talking Indianapolis related sports including basketball,racing & gambling with the occasional life lesson and or dating story sprinkled in!
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The biggest penalty in IndyCar history?

The Tony D PodcastApr 25, 2024

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The biggest penalty in IndyCar history?

The biggest penalty in IndyCar history?

I talk about the latest penalty to Josef Newgarden and his win at St. Pete being taken away. I discuss the Pacers first round series and who the Colts should take with the 15th pick
Apr 25, 202412:29
Indy 500 test brings much to discuss

Indy 500 test brings much to discuss

Hear from Kyle Larson on his Indy 500 test day, what IndyCar plans to do at the end of the Indy 500. My experience at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the eclipse and so much more.
Apr 12, 202433:52
Relevant college hoops in April a good thing

Relevant college hoops in April a good thing

I talked about the runs Indiana State and Purdue have been on, the story of me sneaking into the Final Four and Josef Newgarden talks momentum heading into the next several racing weeks
Apr 02, 202418:53
Indycar goes outside the box

Indycar goes outside the box

I discuss my weekend at Thermal Club, the hybrid testing going on at IMS and my review of the IndyCar cards.
Mar 29, 202424:10
Breaking down the bracket

Breaking down the bracket

I break down the tourney bracket, give you some upset picks and look at just how far Purdue can go.
Mar 18, 202417:44
Pop A Shot winner, heading to LA

Pop A Shot winner, heading to LA

I’m heading to La after winning a pop a shot contest, how it went down and how Indiana State deserves to be in the NCAA tourney, all discussed!
Mar 15, 202411:45
All IndyCar: St. Pete weekend!

All IndyCar: St. Pete weekend!

Josef Newgarden dominated the opening race for IndyCar in 2024, I look back at the weekend in sunny Florida!
Mar 12, 202423:23
Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden joins to talk unveil of race ticket

Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden joins to talk unveil of race ticket

Josef Newgarden joins me to recap an awesome day unveiling the Indy 500 ticket. His celebration that is captured and what the first couple weeks of the season looks like for he and Team Penske
Feb 29, 202410:47
Indy shows out during All Star Weekend!

Indy shows out during All Star Weekend!

I discuss NBA All Star weekend here in Indy, breakdown the new rules in IndyCar and what the future holds for big events in Indianapolis
Feb 23, 202418:05
Vegas, NBA All Star in Indy, Daytona 500, what a crazy week

Vegas, NBA All Star in Indy, Daytona 500, what a crazy week

I discuss my weekend in Vegas for the Super Bowl, preview NBA All Star weekend and talk all things NASCAR and IndyCar
Feb 15, 202430:45
Indycar rookie Christian Rasmussen prepares for 2024

Indycar rookie Christian Rasmussen prepares for 2024

I caught up with the defending Indy NXT champion Christian Rasmussen to discuss his win at the 24 hours of Daytona, preparing for his rookie season at Ed Carpenter Racing and his goals in 2024. (IndyCar/ Chris Owens)
Feb 07, 202422:05
2024 Indy 500 shaking up to beat records

2024 Indy 500 shaking up to beat records

As we think about warmer days in Indy, the 108th Indy 500 comes to mind. What speeds will drivers reach, what the entry list will look like and if attendance will break records
Jan 30, 202411:19
Indycar content day brings excitement for 2024

Indycar content day brings excitement for 2024

I spent 2 days with drivers looking forward to the 2024 season. I give my take on some changes that are coming, some announcements we will see and why SRX is no longer
Jan 12, 202432:34
Colts roller coaster ride ends 1 yard shy

Colts roller coaster ride ends 1 yard shy

I break down the Colts season and give you my take on the loss to Houston. The ups and downs on the season and how it’s okay to feel disappointed.
Jan 08, 202418:05
Colts must win games at home to finish the season

Colts must win games at home to finish the season

We look at the Colts taking on an ups and down Raiders team, what the Pacers need to adjust and some Christmas fun!
Dec 28, 202316:14
Colts could host a playoff game

Colts could host a playoff game

The wild and crazy roller coaster ride of a season continues for the Colts. Isn’t it fun? I discuss their path to the playoffs and the possibility of hosting a playoff game.
Dec 18, 202314:03
The Tony D Podcast

The Tony D Podcast

Discussing the Colts and their push for the playoffs, a few open Indy 500 seats remain and if IU Football can succeed in the near future
Nov 30, 202318:28
F1 Vegas Reaction & IHSAA State Finals preview

F1 Vegas Reaction & IHSAA State Finals preview

It’s a busy Thanksgiving week on The Tony D Podcast. We discuss the F1 Vegas weekend plus look ahead to the 6 state championship games for the IHSAA.
Nov 20, 202317:17
Colts in thick of wild card race

Colts in thick of wild card race

At 5-5, the Colts are in the thick of the wildcard race. I look ahead at their next opponents and discuss an up and down start to the Pacers season
Nov 14, 202313:55
Up and downs on the Indy sports scene

Up and downs on the Indy sports scene

I take a look at the latest when it comes to the Indianapolis Colts a fresh look at the Indiana Pacers and what to expect in college basketball this season
Nov 06, 202320:44
Indycar off-season stays busy

Indycar off-season stays busy

I talk all things IndyCar in this podcast. How Juncos Hollinger Racing landed Romain Grosjean, the latest on the hybrid testing and what the Indy 500 field could look like in 2024
Nov 01, 202318:22
Colts get hosed, Pacers will be playoff bound

Colts get hosed, Pacers will be playoff bound

I take a look back at some bad calls that didn’t go the Colts way and my expectations for the upcoming Pacers season
Oct 24, 202305:39
Don’t worry, I’m not running for Mayor

Don’t worry, I’m not running for Mayor

Colts lose to the Jags and have more than likely lost AR for the season. What I would change if I was the Mayor of Indy and a look at the upcoming schedule for the Colts and how winnable it is.
Oct 17, 202316:48
October could be the best sports month of the year

October could be the best sports month of the year

Plenty to discuss between the Colts, Pacers, racing and MLB playoffs
Oct 10, 202321:29
Colts roller coaster ride continues

Colts roller coaster ride continues

I discuss the latest Colts loss at home, give you my early mlb predictions and give my take on NASCAR going to Iowa in 2024.
Oct 03, 202316:01
Brady Bacon eyes 2nd BC 39 win at IMS

Brady Bacon eyes 2nd BC 39 win at IMS

(Photo: Brady Bacon Facebook page) I catch up with 2018 BC 39 winner Brady Bacon as a busy weekend of USAC midget racing gets underway at IMS
Sep 28, 202308:33
IndyCar Scheduled released. Hear from Josef Newgarden, Scott Dixon and Scott McLaughlin

IndyCar Scheduled released. Hear from Josef Newgarden, Scott Dixon and Scott McLaughlin

I break down the just released 2024 schedule and catch up with Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden at the end of the season banquet. I make a friendly wager with Scott McLaughlin and give Scott Dixon a new nickname!
Sep 25, 202325:13
Full Season IndyCar Recap. Team Grades. 2024 Rumors and more!

Full Season IndyCar Recap. Team Grades. 2024 Rumors and more!

I break down the 2023 IndyCar season won by Alex Palou. I look back at some of the bigger moments of the season, hand out grades for each team in the series and take a look at what things can look like in 2024.

Sep 13, 202341:04
Rough Colts start continues

Rough Colts start continues

Another Colts loss in week 1, what was good and what wasn’t. What I saw at the Jim Irsay concert and more!
Sep 12, 202318:06
Dominoes start for to fall on IndyCar Silly Season & Schedule

Dominoes start for to fall on IndyCar Silly Season & Schedule

I recap an awesome weekend of racing from both the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Indianapolis Raceway Park. Give you the latest on the rumor mill on what seats could land what drivers for the 2024 IndyCar season and give you an update on where Milwaukee could land on the 2024 schedule.

Aug 17, 202326:58
The last IndyCar Nascar Double Header weekend for now hits IMS this weekend

The last IndyCar Nascar Double Header weekend for now hits IMS this weekend

I breakdown a huge weekend of racing at IMS and IRP in Indianapolis this weekend, discuss the latest with the Colts and Jonathon Taylor and recap a hot and hectic IndyCar weekend from Nashville.

Aug 10, 202319:22
Lundgaard secures first win as the IndyCar rumor mills picks up steam

Lundgaard secures first win as the IndyCar rumor mills picks up steam

Tony discusses the win on the streets of Toronto for Christian Lundgaard and how the dominoes could fall with silly season in full swing for IndyCar. Is Nashville the future landing spot for the IndyCar finale and a look ahead to what the expectations for the Colts season should be and allowing Anthony Richardson to learn on the fly.

Jul 17, 202319:50
Pacers nail the draft, IndyCar hits halfway

Pacers nail the draft, IndyCar hits halfway

Tony discusses the Pacers draft from last week and a few moves that are still left for the team to make before the season gets underway in October. He breaks down the hot streak that Alex Palou has been on and what the future holds for Chip Ganassi Racing and breakdown his latest involvement, spotting for HMD Motorsports! Thanks for listening!

Jun 26, 202319:35
IndyCar continues to gain momentum, Pacers have options

IndyCar continues to gain momentum, Pacers have options

I discuss the latest in IndyCar as the series goes to Wisconsin. I look back at my weekend in Detroit, spotting for HMD Motorsports in Indy NXT and my thoughts on what went down between Ed Carpenter Racing and Conor Daly. I dive into what the Pacers could do with the #7 in the NBA Draft and why Darius Leonard still needs to prove it to me.


Jun 11, 202331:00
May is here and there’s plenty of winning ahead

May is here and there’s plenty of winning ahead

Let’s talk about the month of May, the upcoming IndyCar GP from IMS, an update on NBA and NHL playoffs and giving a hat tip to the Colts
May 09, 202315:19
Chris Ballard’s NFL career rides on tonight’s 4th pick

Chris Ballard’s NFL career rides on tonight’s 4th pick

I look at what the Colts will do with the 4th pick this evening, discuss the latest in IndyCar and stick around for a wild dating story.
Apr 27, 202319:38
Final Four memories galore

Final Four memories galore

Plenty of discussion on and off the record from past Final Fours
Mar 29, 202323:45
Chaos for Colts, NCAA tourney delivers

Chaos for Colts, NCAA tourney delivers

I discuss what the Colts should do and why it won’t be Lamar Jackson. Take a look at the Final 4 and give my take the Pacers push for the playoffs.
Mar 27, 202320:31
March Sadness strikes again

March Sadness strikes again

I look at Purdue and IU failing bro advance to the Sweet 16. Why Purdue continues to get bounced by double digit seeds and who to cheer for now!
Mar 20, 202318:17
IndyCar launches and is Tyrese Haliburton the most clutch Pacer ever?

IndyCar launches and is Tyrese Haliburton the most clutch Pacer ever?

I talk about the weekend in St. Pete for IndyCar, who the pick should be for the Colts and debate Tyrese Haliburton as the the clutchest Pacer of all time!
Mar 07, 202316:33
Daytona all day affair

Daytona all day affair

I discuss the long Daytona 500 and tell you my disappointment in the NBA ALL Star game
Feb 21, 202315:25
Let’s go around the shop with Mike Maurini of HMD Motorsports

Let’s go around the shop with Mike Maurini of HMD Motorsports

Racing
Feb 03, 202322:21
Colts looking everywhere for next head coach

Colts looking everywhere for next head coach

Welcome back! We talk about the Colts search for a head coach, why Tyrese Haliburton is missed so much on the court and I give you my NCAA tourney Cinderella!
Jan 23, 202313:41
How is Harbaugh not at the top of the list?

How is Harbaugh not at the top of the list?

I dive into the coaching situation with the Colts, what they should do with #4 and continue to give love to the Pacers!
Jan 10, 202317:02
If you only listen to one of my podcasts in 2023, I hope it’s this one

If you only listen to one of my podcasts in 2023, I hope it’s this one

I discuss the latest with the Colts and Jim Harbaugh, why stopping the Monday Night game was the right thing to do and how I will be bettering myself in 2023.
Jan 03, 202323:21
Will Jeff Brohm bolt for Louisville? Alan Karpick talks all things Purdue.

Will Jeff Brohm bolt for Louisville? Alan Karpick talks all things Purdue.

Alan Karpick of GoldandBlack.com joined me to discuss the latest with head coach Jeff Brohm as the team gears for the Citrus Bowl and to discuss the basketball program inside of the Top 5.
Dec 06, 202223:00
Rumor mills are always spinning

Rumor mills are always spinning

I discuss the future of the Colts and the head coaching position, how the loss on Sunday could bet the most embarrassing in franchise history and what the future holds for Purdue football
Dec 05, 202216:15
Derek Schultz joins to discuss plenty in the Hoosier sports world!

Derek Schultz joins to discuss plenty in the Hoosier sports world!

Old radio pals get together to discuss the latest with the Colts and Pacers, Purdue’s Big Ten Championship hopes and if IU is a Final 4 threat!
Dec 02, 202231:16
Stef Wilson eyes 2023 Indy 500

Stef Wilson eyes 2023 Indy 500

Stef Wilson signs with Dreyer and Reinbold Racing with Cusick Motorsports
Nov 22, 202213:22
Pacers & Colts head in opposite directions

Pacers & Colts head in opposite directions

I discuss a new app I’m working with that you need to hop in on, plus the craziness of the Colts and the fun and upbeat Pacers
Nov 11, 202212:05