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The Kentucky Basketball Podcast

UK Sports Network
Kentucky Basketball
Kentucky Women's Basketball
SEC
Basketball
Big Blue Nation
Mark Pope
NCAA Tournament
Defensive Strategies
Team Chemistry
Women’s Basketball
University Of Kentucky
Big Blue Madness
Soccer
College Basketball
Rupp Arena
SEC Basketball
Louisville Basketball
TBT
Coach Pope
Lacrosse

Bringing you inside the Kentucky Basketball program with interviews and information you can't get anywhere else.

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Get ready for a powerhouse episode of the Kentucky Basketball Podcast presented by UK Federal Credit Union. Hosts Noah Frary and Darren Headrick sit down with Kentucky Women’s Basketball star Jordan Obi for an in-depth conversation about her journey,... more

Get caught up on the Kentucky Wildcats Men’s and Women’s Basketball season openers! Hosts Michelle Knezovic and Noah Frary break down the biggest storylines, standout performances, and early takeaways from both teams’ first games of the 2025–26 colle... more

UKSN Analyst Jack "The Goose" Givens joins the show to discuss his biggest takeaways from Purdue. Goose tells us his what he has seen in practice and what the fabase needs to know about this year's team. Next week is a busy week for basketball in the... more

The Kentucky Basketball Podcast is back for the 2025-26 season. Co-Hosts Michelle Knezovic & Noah Frary recap a one-of-a-kind Big Blue Madness & give their key takeaways from the Blue-White Game. Plus, they preview Kentucky Men's Basketball's upcomin... more

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Recent Guests

Twany Beckham
Former Kentucky basketball player and former national champion
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Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Twany Beckham
Travis Perry
A rising star and key player in Kentucky basketball
University of Kentucky
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Travis Perry
Ansley Almonor
Basketball player at the University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Ansley Almonor
Jaxson Robinson
Graduate student on the Kentucky basketball team
University of Kentucky
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Jaxson Robinson
Mikhail McLean
Kentucky Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
University of Kentucky
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Mikhail McLean
Jay Bilas
A renowned sports analyst and commentator on college basketball
ESPN
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Jay Bilas
Jim Master
Former Kentucky basketball player, played from 1980 to 1984
Kentucky Basketball
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Jim Master
Andrew Carr
College basketball player currently at Kentucky
Kentucky Men's Basketball
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Andrew Carr
Amari Williams
Professional basketball player, previously of Drexel University
University of Kentucky
Episode: Behind Kentucky Basketball: Amari Williams

Host

Michelle Knezovic
Host with strong connections to the Kentucky Basketball community and a background in sports journalism; she engages listeners with insightful interviews and discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Longtime Cat Fan

    Great to hear from the players…, but I’m sure Curtis is a great, hardworking guy, but he’s terrible, hard to listen to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    A TON
    United States4 years ago
  • Alumni outside of Ky

    Great insight to the players and Ky Basketball. As we have to work to keep up with the Cats, Riley helps us connect. Keep it up. Tell us what it’s like to be a Wildcat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phelpsstable
    United States6 years ago
  • Trash

    Garbage wet with pee pee

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    steveBoner
    United States7 years ago
  • CurtisBurch

    More Joel lest TJ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Curtis Burch
    United States7 years ago
  • Great podcast👍🏼

    Love hearing behind-the-scenes info on the team and the season, in general. BBN needs to download and subscribe.....you won’t be disappointed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UKgirl96
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critiques focus on audio quality but overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive.
Fans express enthusiasm for maintaining a connection to the team, especially for those outside of Kentucky, highlighting the show's significance in following the Wildcats.
Listeners appreciate the deep insights and unique player stories, praising the behind-the-scenes access to Kentucky Basketball.
There is appreciation for the quality of guests, particularly current players and staff, providing fresh perspectives.

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Behind Kentucky Basketball: Ansley Almonor
Q: What has it been like to see the way this city, this state shows up for home basketball games?
Ansley feels grateful for the support and energy at Rupp Arena, describing it as surreal being able to represent Kentucky.
Behind Kentucky Basketball: Ansley Almonor
Q: So, when did you start playing basketball, and when did you realize, okay, I can play this at a high level?
Ansley started playing basketball at three or four years old, realizing his potential in middle school when he became very driven to dedicate himself to the sport.
Behind Kentucky Basketball: Cody Fueger
Q: How do you adjust your coaching to work with new SEC teams?
We analyze every team defensively, focusing on their tendencies to prepare for each matchup, hoping to leverage our previous knowledge with past coaching experiences.
Behind Kentucky Basketball: Cody Fueger
Q: What is the identity that you wanted your offense to have at Kentucky?
Our offense has evolved based on our players' strengths and the different styles we've adopted over the years.
Behind Kentucky Basketball: Cody Fueger
Q: What has it been like to see the way Big Blue Nation has embraced you all?
It's incredibly special, and there's nothing like the atmosphere of Rupp Arena compared to other venues.

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Focused on the world of Kentucky Basketball, this show features in-depth discussions with current players, coaches, and alumni, offering insights and stories that resonate with both die-hard fans and newcomers. Topics often include key game analyses, player backgrounds, coaching techniques, and the legacy of Kentucky's storied basketball program. Each episode aims to connect listeners with the team, bringing them closer to the behind-the-scenes action and the emotional journeys of those involved in the program.

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The Kentucky Basketball Podcast launched 9 years ago and published 206 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Kentucky Basketball Podcast include:

1. Twany Beckham
2. Travis Perry
3. Ansley Almonor
4. Jaxson Robinson
5. Mikhail McLean
6. Jay Bilas
7. Jim Master
8. Andrew Carr

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