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Main Event Sports Radio

Main Event Sports Radio
Louisville Football
Louisville Cardinals
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College Basketball
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Miami
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The World's Most Dangerous Sports Show

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Wake Up 502 brings you all the insight into sports and pop culture that you desire in life and some you never knew you needed.

Sports, music, movies, and everything in between with host Mike Rutherford

Sports, music, movies and everything in between with host Mike Rutherford

Sports, movies, music, and everything in between with host Mike Rutherford.

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Recent Guests

Katie Marks
Boxer, announcer, boxing coach in Louisville
Boxing community of Louisville
Episode: Wake Up 502 06-06-26
Mark Spiegel
Founder of the 502 Circle; formerly director at 502 Circle, involved in international sports ventures
502 Circle; Mexican soccer club investor
Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 05-28-26
Curtis Phillips
Co-host of Ticket Punchers segment
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Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 05-18-26
Roman Kelly
Ticket Punchers co-host and in-show guest host
Big X Sports Radio / Louisville Bats
Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 05-18-26
Chad Douglas
Club pro, Park Mammoth Golf Course
Park Mammoth Golf Club
Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 05-14-26
Boo-Yon Zhang
Basketball recruit who committed to Louisville
Louisville Cardinals
Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 05-12-26
Jay Has
Sponsor representative, Feet First partner
Feet First Store
Episode: Wake Up 502! 05-09-26
Dalton Pence
Louisville Kings PA announcer
Louisville Kings
Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 03-30-26
Matt Childress
Producer, filling in for Roman
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Episode: Mike Rutherford Show 03-25-26

Hosts

Raashaan Myers
Host with ties to Wake Up 502/Main Event Sports Radio; affiliated with Big X Sports Radio
Mike Rutherford
Host of multiple Louisville-focused shows; prolific local sports commentator
Matt Childress
Co-host/producer on Louisville-focused sports talk; in-studio contributor

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • One of the best sports podcast I have ever heard!

    My title says it all. I love their podcast. Smart, informative, and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MainEventSports
    United States9 years ago

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Strong sense of local sports community and guest variety offers useful insights for sponsors and guests alike
Described as smart, informative, and funny; engaging host banter is a plus
Listener praise highlights the show as one of the best sports podcasts,

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mike Rutherford Show 05-28-26
Q: Let me ask you, what do you think the biggest misconception is about what you had to do back when you had that job and what Dan is now doing?
Spiegel explains that their role was to actively sell the benefits of Louisville and the city to athletes and families, and he emphasizes that the work has evolved with revenue sharing and closer collaboration with athletic departments, while stressing that his work was never to be merely an afterthought but to advocate for strategic benefits and sponsorships.
Wake Up 502! 04-11-26
Q: Let me ask you, before we get in the transfer portal, what's going on for UofL, what did you think about the Final Four championship? you know, what Michigan did?
The guest believes Michigan played well, with a more physical, bully-ball approach that could influence how Louisville should structure its roster to compete, noting the need for size and interior presence and suggesting Louisville consider adjustments to its style to match high-major competition.
Mike Rutherford Show 04-13-26
Q: What does this mean for the cards going into their 2026-2027 season?
It signals a seismic shift in Louisville's roster construction and recruiting power, suggesting the program will be competitive for top-tier players and aiming to contend at a high level in the near future.
Wake Up 502! 03-28-26
Q: Is Pat Kelsey the right long-term coach for Louisville basketball based on this season?
Yes, the hosts express confidence that Kelsey is the right fit, citing his ability to maximize a flawed roster, recruit a strong backcourt, and keep the program on an upward trajectory despite setbacks.
Wake Up 502! 03-28-26
Q: What grade would you give Louisville's season overall?
A host-wide consensus settles on a solid B, acknowledging the obstacles (injuries and roster turnover) but crediting Pat Kelsey for guiding the team to the NCAA Tournament, a win in the second round, and visible player development.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Main Event Sports Radio

What is Main Event Sports Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends rapid-fire, opinionated sports takes with deep local insight, covering pro basketball, boxing, horse racing, and college athletics through a Louisville lens. Recent episodes thread NBA Finals analysis, Belmont Stakes updates, and pro debut stories of local fighters, alongside roster moves, NIL chatter, and university sports business topics. A notable strength is the consistent focus on regional sports figures and events, interspersed with listener calls and sponsor mentions, which creates a lively, community-oriented feel that's likely to appeal to regional sports fans who crave outspoken hosts and insider perspectives.

A standout quality is the show's ability to mix hot takes with nuanced discussions about sports economic... more

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Main Event Sports Radio:

1. Big X Sports Radio 1450/96.1 WXVW
2. The Drive w/ Mark Ennis
3. From The Pink Seats
4. Floyd Street's Finest: A Louisville Basketball Podcast
5. Starting Five02

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Recent guests on Main Event Sports Radio include:

1. Katie Marks
2. Mark Spiegel
3. Curtis Phillips
4. Roman Kelly
5. Chad Douglas
6. Boo-Yon Zhang
7. Jay Has
8. Dalton Pence

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