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

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Billy flies solo today and welcomes in Zack Gagan to talk Kentucky basketball.

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Billy talks about his jury duty experience from yesterday, UK volleyball's big win at the Final Four and Kentucky vs St. John's on Saturday.

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Shannon The Dude and Mario Maitland debate who would win in a KSR foot race, talk Kentucky Volleyball in the Final 4, and Kentucky Basketball's upcoming game vs. St. John's.

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Shannon The Dude and Billy Rutledge talk the latest news and take your calls.

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Recent Guests

Darren Headrick
Sports broadcaster with experience in college sports
UK Sports Network
Episode: 2025-10-29 KSR PRE-SHOW
Nick Coffey
A sports radio host and former colleague to Billy Rutledge.
840 WHAS
Episode: 2025-10-28 KSR PRE-SHOW
Jeff Picoro
Sports Director of ABC 36 and former Kentucky football player
ABC 36
Episode: 2025-10-27 KSR PRE-SHOW
Speedy Williams
Player for Lexington Sporting Club, known for his leadership and on-field performance.
Lexington Sporting Club
Episode: 2025-10-13 KSR PRE-SHOW
Nick Firmino
Forward/midfield player for Lexington Sporting Club with MLS experience.
Lexington Sporting Club
Episode: 2025-10-13 KSR PRE-SHOW
Richie Farmer
Former Kentucky basketball player known for his mustache and stories about playing for Rick Pitino
University of Kentucky
Episode: 2025-09-17 KSR PRE-SHOW
Jo Jo Kemp
Former Kentucky Wildcats running back from 2013 to 2016
University of Kentucky
Episode: 2025-09-4- KSR PRE-SHOW
Maggie Davis
Frequent guest and sports reporter for BBN Tonight, recent recipient of the National Sports Media Association Sportscaster of the Year Award for Kentucky.
BBN Tonight
Episode: 2025-09-3- KSR PRE-SHOW
Logan Stenberg
Former Kentucky offensive lineman and current radio host
Episode: 2025-09-2- KSR PRE-SHOW

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 States12 days ago
  • Billy and the Dude!!!

    Love Billy! He is very likable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatsBy90๐Ÿ€
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    Great show love STD

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louisville Dorm Bed
    United States5 months ago
  • Justice for Heather!

    Love the show but Heather needs some emotional compensation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buffalo William
    United States10 months ago
  • KASH ON PRESHOW

    Always love when Kash is on!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzy9988
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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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.

Talking Points

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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.
2025-12-03- KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: What are your thoughts on the Kentucky basketball team's performance?
The team struggled significantly, particularly with their offense and inability to hit three-pointers, leading to frustration among fans and analysts alike.
2025-10-22 KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: Is there any chance that we have against Tennessee on Saturday?
There is a chance, but considering Kentucky's past struggles against Tennessee, it's not optimistic.
2025-10-16 KSR PRE-SHOW
Q: Are you ready for basketball season to start?
Many fans expressed excitement for the upcoming basketball season despite concerns about the football team's performance.

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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. Darren Headrick
2. Nick Coffey
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4. Speedy Williams
5. Nick Firmino
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7. Jo Jo Kemp
8. Maggie Davis

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