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Kentucky Edition

KET
Kentucky
Kentucky General Assembly
Governor Andy Beshear
Louisville
Medicaid
Donald Trump
Education
Tornadoes
FEMA
Mitch Mcconnell
Addiction
Tariffs
Andy Beshear
Kentucky Derby
Ohio River
Kentucky Flooding
Frankfort
House Bill 90
Drug Addiction
Fentanyl

KET presents a new weeknight series that features reporting from across Kentucky examining complex regional and statewide issues in relevant, meaningful ways. From education to the economy, agriculture to healthcare, business to the arts, Kentucky Edition, hosted by Renee Shaw, will summarize the day's major developments and explore Kentucky's fascinating people, places and events.

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Latest Episodes

A family receiving a Michelle P. waiver discusses Medicaid cuts.

Governor Beshear announces he’ll use money from the state’s budget surplus to fund Medicaid, Rocky Adkins holds his first official campaign event after announcing he’s running for governor, Kentucky congressman Andy Barr introduces the Lawful Hemp Pr... more

Rocky Adkins makes his gubernatorial campaign official and talks with Renee Shaw about how his views on abortion have evolved, lawmakers review a new report as they work to find ways to keep Kentucky children safe, what a federal housing law means fo... more

Sen. McConnell is facing growing calls to release more details about this health, Rocky Adkins files paperwork to run for governor in 2027, a Kentucky city ends a pilot program with Flock following an outcry from the community, and a Kentucky communi... more

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Episode: July 7, 2026
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Episode: July 6, 2026
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Episode: July 6, 2026
Chip Polston
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Episode: July 6, 2026

Host

Renee Shaw
Host of Kentucky Edition, primary presenter.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • If you are in Kentucky, a former Kentuckian that misses home listen to this show.

    KET is a gem in the Commonwealth. When I went to school out of state I would watch KET coverage when I would think about home. Some of the best journalists in the country who are actually doing the job of journalism. God bless you KET. You give me hope that we can actually get though these times.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Petrelli245
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise accessible, informative coverage of Kentucky issues.
Listener reviews highlight strong journalism and local-focus reporting.
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December 18, 2025
Q: What is the governor's approach to balancing the state budget?
The governor proposes a 3% general-fund reduction across most agencies, emphasizes vacancy credits to avoid immediate layoffs, and commits to protecting funding for K-12, higher education, Medicaid, pensions, and public safety while managing the shortfall.
July 8, 2026
Q: Should Mitch McConnell release a photo to quiet speculation about his health?
The episode discusses the tension between public interest and a private health update, with guests noting the media spotlight and the senator's privacy preferences, while acknowledging the demand for transparency.
January 14, 2026
Q: Would you always side with the current president if elected, or might you differ on certain issues?
Dotson emphasizes evaluating President Trump's economic achievements and argues for a trajectory of growth, while signaling a pragmatic approach to policy and leadership that serves Kentucky's interests.
January 14, 2026
Q: What are you hearing from voters in the 6th district about priorities if you are elected?
Voters seem to want a conservative fighter who will push for funding, infrastructure improvements, and economic growth rather than the status quo, with a focus on revitalizing the district through business and manufacturing investment.
January 14, 2026
Q: So why do you want to leave Frankfurt and go to Washington?
Dotson explains that early entry was strategic, aimed at solidifying local support, establishing a presence, and positioning himself as a principled conservative fighter who can deliver for the district.

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A Kentucky-focused weeknight news program delivers state- and region-wide reporting on policy, governance, education, energy, and local economies. Episodes blend data-driven context with on-site reporting, interviews, and human-interest pieces that connect policy decisions to families, farmers, and communities. Unique strengths include a state-wide lens on topics from infrastructure to agriculture and a civically minded approach that features expert guests and local voices to translate complex issues for a broad audience.

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2. Haley Parnell
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4. Jenny Jacobs
5. Tanya Kirby
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7. Brittany Pike
8. Jean Laffler

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