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Join Shannon The Dude and Billy Rutledge every weekday for the KSR Preshow.

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Shannon The Dude and Billy Rutledge talk Kentucky's comeback win over Tennessee, Indiana Football wins the national championship, and "Bourbon & Bubbles."

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Shannon The Dude and Billy Rutledge talk Kentucky's win over LSU, "Dead Man's Wire," and your calls.

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Recent Guests

Jim Higdon
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Darren Headrick
Sports broadcaster with experience in college sports
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Episode: 2025-10-29 KSR PRE-SHOW
Jeff Picoro
Sports Director of ABC 36 and former Kentucky football player
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Episode: 2025-10-27 KSR PRE-SHOW
Speedy Williams
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Episode: 2025-10-13 KSR PRE-SHOW
Nick Firmino
Forward/midfield player for Lexington Sporting Club with MLS experience.
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Episode: 2025-10-13 KSR PRE-SHOW
Richie Farmer
Former Kentucky basketball star, high school record-holder, and celebrated athlete
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Episode: 2025-09-16 KSR PRE-SHOW
Jo Jo Kemp
Former Kentucky Wildcats running back from 2013 to 2016
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Episode: 2025-09-4- KSR PRE-SHOW
Logan Stenberg
Former Kentucky offensive lineman and current radio host
Episode: 2025-09-2- KSR PRE-SHOW
Alex Riddle
Owner of Highbramble Park
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Hosts

Shannon The Dude
Host who brings humor and a likable personality to the sports commentary, creating an engaging atmosphere for discussions that include personal anecdotes and everyday stories.
Billy Rutledge
Co-host who contributes a humorous and engaging perspective to the show. His interactions with Shannon enhance the listener experience through relatable and entertaining dialogue.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Great team

    Love the pre show, Shannon and Billy have great chemistry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steelerfanz
    United Statesa month ago
  • Billy and the Dude!!!

    Love Billy! He is very likable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatsBy90๐Ÿ€
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing

    Great show love STD

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louisville Dorm Bed
    United States6 months ago
  • Justice for Heather!

    Love the show but Heather needs some emotional compensation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buffalo William
    United Statesa year ago
  • KASH ON PRESHOW

    Always love when Kash is on!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzy9988
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the strong chemistry between the hosts, noting that their banter adds to the fun and engaging nature of the show.
The podcast is consistently praised for providing entertaining sports discussions, relevant to University of Kentucky fans.
Many fans enjoy the blend of humorous anecdotes and sports analysis, making it a relatable listen for daily commutes or casual listening.

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Talking Points

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2026-01-09- KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: Is it legal to serve THC beverages at weddings?
We need the legislature in Frankfurt to pass a bill to allow on-premise sales for THC beverages.
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Q: What can we do to help with the hemp legislation?
We need to engage with our legislators when bills are filed to support the reversal of the bill.
2026-01-05- KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: Do you think that Kentucky will turn this around?
I'm not convinced that Kentucky is really anything more than just a mediocre team.
2025-12-12- KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: How did you feel about the Kentucky-Indiana rivalry?
Shannon shares his enthusiasm for the rivalry returning, but acknowledges past frustrations with Indiana's irrelevance in the past.
2025-12-12- KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: What do you think happens tomorrow against Indiana?
Billy expresses a lack of confidence in Kentucky's chances against Indiana, citing concerns about their performance and the strength of Indiana's recent games.

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Listeners can expect a lively mix of sports commentary and personal anecdotes from the hosts, who maintain a light-hearted yet insightful atmosphere throughout the episodes. Most discussions center around the University of Kentucky's sports teams, including basketball and volleyball, alongside broader discussions about college athletics that incorporate trends such as NIL deals and coaching changes. The hosts also engage in humorous banter, often related to their everyday lives, which keeps the content relatable and entertaining. This unique blend of humor, sports analysis, and personal storytelling likely appeals to a broad audience interested in both sports and casual conversations.

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1. Jim Higdon
2. Darren Headrick
3. Jeff Picoro
4. Speedy Williams
5. Nick Firmino
6. Richie Farmer
7. Jo Jo Kemp
8. Logan Stenberg

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