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Kentucky
Kentucky Wildcats
University Of Kentucky
Kentucky Basketball
Basketball
NCAA Tournament
Mark Pope
Lexington, United States
UK Basketball
Kentucky Football
Will Stein
NFL Draft
NIL
World Cup
Kentucky Sports Radio
NFL
NCAA
Louisville
Kentucky Wildcats Basketball
Mitch Barnhart

Matt Jones and the KSR crew bring you the latest in UK news and views Mon.-Fri. from 10 to noon.

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Latest Episodes

Matt, Ryan, Drew, and Shannon talk all the latest news and take your calls.

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Matt, Ryan, Drew, and Shannon talk UK Basketball's open practice from yesterday, Billy's wedding, and dead flowers.

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Matt, Ryan, Drew, and Shannon talk react to UK Basketball's open practice and Jack "Goose" Givens joins the show to give his thoughts.

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Matt, Ryan, Drew, and Shannon talk UK Basketball's surprise open practice and take your calls.

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Recent Guests

Kenny Minchey
Quarterback for Kentucky
University of Kentucky Football
Episode: 2026-08-03- KSR - Hour 2
J Batt
Athletic Director, University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Episode: 07-30-2026 KSR - Hour 1
Kahlil Whitney
Basketball player, Kentucky alum, TBT participant
Kentucky Wildcats / TBT team
Episode: 2026-07-28- KSR - Hour 2
Nick Roush
Sportswriter and on-air contributor
KSR
Episode: 2026-07-23- KSR - Hour 1
Mario Maitland
Guest, behind-the-scenes segment observer
KSR
Episode: 2026-07-17- KSR - Hour 2
Mark Pope
Head Coach, Kentucky Wildcats basketball
University of Kentucky
Episode: 2026-07-08- KSR - Hour 2
Ariel Elias
Comedian
Stand-up comedian
Episode: 2026-07-06- KSR - Hour 1
Brian Bates
Comedian
Stand-up comedian
Episode: 2026-07-06- KSR - Hour 1
Billy Rhodes
KSR contributor focusing on Kentucky county and local facts
Kentucky Sports Radio
Episode: 2026-07-02- KSR - Hour 2

Hosts

Matt Jones
Host of Kentucky Sports Radio show; central on-air presence and executive producer-like role for the program.
Nick Roush
Co-host providing sports analysis, banter, and guest moderation.
Shannon The Dude
Co-host with on-site commentary and fan interaction segments.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.1k ratings
  • Cover Zero

    It’s been almost a year, will you please STOP adding the Cover Zero podcast to the KSR feed. Let it sink or swim on its own.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Redlegs2004
    United States12 days ago
  • Don’t want Cover Zero

    Why have Cover Zero in the radio show feed other than to inflate the Cover Zero numbers? I’ve unsubscribed until it’s removed.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    dowellileo
    United States19 days ago
  • STOP ADDING OTHER SHOWS

    YOU HAVE A SEPARATE FEED FOR COVER ZERO. STOP ADDING IT TO THIS PODCAST.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tophur17
    United States19 days ago
  • Amazing review

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    these nuys
    United States2 months ago
  • Take off other shows

    I will keep this rating until they stop posting other shows on this feed. Don’t have separate feeds if you are going to post everything on this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tophur17
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Ads and sponsor reads are both a plus and a pain point when they interrupt flow.
Listeners appreciate guest insights from Field of 68, ESPN and WWE crossovers.
Fans value authentic, humorous camaraderie and strong Kentucky focus.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#216
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#18
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#186
Japan/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#193
Hong Kong/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

07-29-2026 KSR - Hour 2
Q: Jacob, how would you respond to the sponsorship rumors and tell us the real story behind Davis Steel's involvement?
Jacob explains that Everline Drive rebranded as Davis Steel after the Davis brothers approached them following last year's upset, and that the sponsorship shift was part of a broader branding decision rather than a personal clash; he notes they still have Kentucky connections but are based in Detroit with players from various places.
07-30-2026 KSR - Hour 1
Q: Do you think the revenue exists and the structure of this to make Kentucky not just competitive, but a top-level football program?
Yes, emphatically yes; Kentucky has the tradition and structure in place, and with ongoing evolution of NIL, revenue sharing, and strategic investment, the pathway to a top-tier program exists.
2026-06-17 KSR - Hour 1
Q: Two questions. First, on ball handling, you hear a lot of comments from guys my age about AAU not teaching you anything when it comes to ball handling. And second, what about Coach Brooks and growing the girls program?
Ball handling is a fundamental skill that should be developed from a young age and continued through this era; the coaches and players should emphasize basic ball-handling practice and game-like drills. Regarding Coach Brooks, she is doing a strong job building a competitive program, expanding the level of play for the women's program and increasing its visibility.
2026-06-18 KSR - Hour 2
Q: What are your thoughts on the new compensation details and incentives for the athletics department leadership?
The hosts summarize the new contract structure, noting milestone-based bonuses and the emphasis on fundraising and NIL, and discuss how compensation signals UK's priorities while highlighting transparency and accountability.
NFL Cover Zero: Going to the Draft? Saints safety Justin Reid
Q: Are you going to get invited to the wedding? Travis and Taylor.
Reid expresses hope that he would be invited, framing it as a fun, memorable experience to attend a high-profile moment.

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A high-energy regional sports show blends Kentucky-centric sports analysis with pop culture riffs, fan calls, and long-running in-jokes. Episodes frequently cover college football and basketball, recruiting, local events, and media dynamics, peppered with light-hearted banter, guest appearances, and sponsor reads. The show stands out for its strong sense of community, recurring segments, and a willingness to mix serious sports discourse with offbeat tangents that keep listeners engaged between games and seasons.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with KSR:

1. Interrupted by Matt Jones
2. NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin
3. KSR Preshow
4. Kentucky Sports Radio Podcast Network
5. Sources Say Podcast

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KSR launched 9 years ago and published 1478 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 KSR include:

1. Kenny Minchey
2. J Batt
3. Kahlil Whitney
4. Nick Roush
5. Mario Maitland
6. Mark Pope
7. Ariel Elias
8. Brian Bates

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