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Big Blue Insider with Dick Gabriel

NewsRadio 630 WLAP (WLAP-AM)
Kentucky Wildcats
Kentucky Basketball
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SEC Media Days
Mark Pope
University Of Kentucky
Mark Stoops
NCAA
Big Blue Nation
Women's Basketball
UK Football
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Cameron Mills
John Calipari
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UK Volleyball

"Big Blue Insider" is more than just another call-in show. There's ample opportunity for YOU to be heard; but you also hear voices from all over the country -- talking sports, sharing stories, breaking news.Dick Gabriel, a veteran of 30 years of sports broadcasting, is the host. You can do your part by calling 280-2287 locally; 1-800-606-4263 from anywhere in the USA.

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Latest Episodes

Mark Pope on the Gators and the Wildcats; (5:00) we go deep on an SI.com commentary on the state of college athletics; (19:00) retired HL columnist John Clay on the retirement of Mitch Barnhart; (39:00) ex-Cat Sean Woods on motivating today's basketb... more

We open our first show in March with Bill Raftery reminding us that "ONIONS!" are often what can make the difference at tournament time; Mark Pope and the Wildcats on the Vandy win; (12:00) Kenny Brooks and Clara Strack on the close loss to SC; (19:0... more

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Recent Guests

Hunter Shelton
Covers college baseball for Rivals and On3 Network
Rivals Network and On3
Episode: 2026-02-23 - BBI
Lee K Howard
Sports Director at WKYT and visiting instructor at the UK School of Journalism
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Episode: 2026-02-23 - BBI
Chris Labar
CEO and Founder of Glycod, a media company that broadcasts high school sports
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Episode: 2026-02-19 - BBI
Derek Anderson
Former Kentucky Wildcat basketball player, member of the 1996 championship team
Kentucky Wildcats
Episode: 2026-02-10 - BBI
Hubie Brown
Former coach and broadcaster
Former Kentucky Colonels
Episode: 2026-02-05 - BBI
Cole Park
Writer for Catspaws and sports analyst
Catspaws
Episode: 2026-02-02 BBI Statewide
Vinnie Hardy
Podcaster and blogger with a focus on UK sports
Cats Talk Wednesday
Episode: 2026-01-30 - BBI
Shawn Woods
Unforgettable Guard, head coach at Scott County High School
Scott County High School
Episode: 2026-01-29 - BBI
Dr. John Huang
Sports writer, blogger, and author
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Episode: 2026-01-29 - BBI

Host

Dick Gabriel
Veteran sports broadcaster with extensive experience in sports commentary and analysis, particularly on Kentucky athletics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Always good stuff!

    DG is a legend! Great insights, perspective and guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sports Talk Geek
    United States3 years ago
  • In game reporting.

    I like love your in game reporting when Tom Leach or Jeff Piecoro need to find out about an injury or a thought from one of the coaches or a sneak peek about what the players attitudes are during an intense or exciting time. I also love it when you see a play happen in front of you and call it as you see it. Makes me feel like I’m on the sideline. Your tonality also helps keep me calm sometimes too.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Clifton John
    United States4 years ago
  • Fan for Life

    Love this show, hope it never goes off the air. I have used so many products to help me sleep. Nothing works like this show. Usually out within 10 minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nolongersleepless13
    United States5 years ago
  • Description

    No podcast descriptions????? At least put the name of the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    wbthornton
    United States5 years ago
  • Where’s the podcasts??

    I haven’t been able to get several days of shows this week?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    A TON
    United States5 years ago

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2026-02-27 - BBI
Q: How has the landscape changed with NIL and player transfers?
Woods discusses how players now prioritize financial gain over loyalty to their programs, complicating the coaching dynamic.
2026-01-30 - BBI
Q: What was the difference in Kentucky's execution during their five-game win streak compared to their performance against Vanderbilt?
The team had defined roles and showed resiliency, but lacked energy against Vanderbilt.
2026-01-30 - BBI
Q: What do you think of the Will Stein hire?
He seems like an up-and-coming talent, aiming to take Kentucky football to another level.
2026-01-20- BBI
Q: What can Kentucky basketball do to improve their first-half performances?
Adams suggests that with key players out, the remaining team members should step up and embrace their roles more effectively, focusing on improving defense and reducing turnovers.
2026-01-20- BBI
Q: What are your thoughts on Kurt Signetti's success at Indiana?
Woods praises Signetti's ability to transform Indiana's program from the bottom to a national champion in a few years, highlighting the importance of accountability and culture.

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Focused on Kentucky sports, this podcast engages listeners with robust discussions about basketball and football programs, particularly the University of Kentucky's teams. It provides a platform for in-depth analysis, player insights, and coaching strategies, often featuring conversations around significant games, recruitment, and coaching changes. Noteworthy is the interactive component allowing fans to participate, making it a unique hub for sports dialogue while catering to both casual fans and die-hard supporters of Kentucky athletics.

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2. Lee K Howard
3. Chris Labar
4. Derek Anderson
5. Hubie Brown
6. Cole Park
7. Vinnie Hardy
8. Shawn Woods

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