
Hot Mic is your backstage pass to life at LEX 18. Hosted by Evelyn Schultz and Megan Mannering, we'll share behind-the-scenes moments, stories you don't see on air, and conversations that feel like the group chat. Expect hot takes, candid interviews with unique Kentuckians, and a glimpse into the human side of broadcast journalism—everything you want from the studio, minus the script.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 17 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNews | |||

This week on Hot Mic, Evelyn and Megan are joined by a very special guest: Santa! Hear from the jolly guy himself as we wish you a very merry Christmas!
Breaking news might have Will Stein in the spotlight but Hot Mic brings the story a little closer to home with Stein's Mother and Aunt, Debbie Stein and Blakey Martin, with their bakery right here in Kentucky. Hear more about Sissy Cakes and the insi... more
As Thanksgiving wraps up and the Christmas season begins Megan and Evelyn are getting ready for the holidays with what they are excited for, gift ideas for the viewers, and Christmas Trivia.
Kentucky Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman joins Megan and Evelyn on “Hot Mic” to discuss her journey from rural Mercer County teacher and basketball coach to serving in the state’s second-highest office. She talks about her family, work in public serv... more
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Love, love, love Hot Mic!
I feel like each week y’all pull back the curtain of everything going on in Lexington & at LEX18!
LOVE hearing all about the behind-the-scenes action at LEX18. Y’all are so entertaining and fun to listen to!
Felt like I was in the room with my friends!
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Listeners can expect an engaging mix of casual, candid conversations and personal anecdotes revolving around life and work behind the scenes of a local television news station. Topics range from seasonal traditions and personal travel stories to insights on the broadcasting industry and local culture. Unique episodes also spotlight notable figures from Kentucky, providing a blend of entertainment and local industry insights that create a relatable connection for the audience. This atmosphere encourages a sense of community among listeners, making it feel like a friendly chat among friends, all while exploring the intricacies of broadcast journalism and the people behind it.
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Recent guests on LEX 18's Hot Mic include:
1. Blakey Nutt-Martin
2. Debbie Nutt-Stein
3. Meredith Watts
4. Sierra Newton
5. Dr. Shayna Stahl
6. Steve Schultz
7. Annie Brown
8. Bayne Froney
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