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The Deener Show

ESPN 680 Audio Vault
Louisville
Louisville, United States
ESPN Louisville
Kentucky Derby
World Cup
Basketball
Louisville, Kentucky
College Football
NCAA
Kentucky
Derby
Baseball
NBA
Horse Racing
College Basketball
Churchill Downs
Soccer
Louisville Cardinals
Kenny Klein
Derby (kentucky Derby)

The Deener Show

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Recent Guests

John Bull
News anchor and regular guest on the show
ESPN Louisville (guest)
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @SteveRummage - 07-30-2026 - Hour 2
Kade McClure
Pitching coach, Louisville
University of Louisville
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @_EthanMoore - 07-24-2026 - Hour 2
Cade McClure
Cade McClure, pitching coach
ESPN Louisville segment guest
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @_EthanMoore - 07-24-2026 - Hour 1
Pat 40
Pat 40, ESPN columnist and sports analyst
ESPN
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @_EthanMoore - 07-24-2026 - Hour 1
Rich Flaherty
Sponsor and event organizer for St. Joe's Picnic cakes booth
Fitness Market / St. Joe's Picnic
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @UofLSheriff50 - 07-22-2026 - Hour 2
Marcus Maven
Analyst/guest on the show
Basketball analyst
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @UofLSheriff50 - 07-21-2026 - Hour 3
Greg Sankey
Commissioner, Southeastern Conference
Southeastern Conference
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @UofLSheriff50 - 07-20-2026 - Hour 3
Michael Baffour
Head coach, Dark Slime (TBT team coach)
Louisville TBT team
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @UofLSheriff50 - 07-17-2026 - Hour 3
Zion Rose
Baseball player, drafted sixth overall by the Kansas City Royals
Louisville baseball program / Royals organization
Episode: The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @UofLSheriff50 - 07-14-2026 - Hour 2

Hosts

Drew Deener
Host of The Deener Show; long-running local sports talk presence
Mark Blankenbaker
Co-host on The Deener Show; known for banter and guest interactions
Andy Sweeney
Co-host/guest host during breaks; involved in show discussions and promotions

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Sad

    Deener is the worst of us. He rarely ever talks about Louisville Sports. Guy is a clown and we need to replace him

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ThunderGulch59
    United States3 months ago
  • The Deener Show

    Enjoy listening daily during the ride to work. Deener offers quality content with solid guests. Blakenbaker is his best co-host, really enjoy their banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    502JH
    United Statesa year ago
  • Deener Show

    Enjoy listening daily during the ride to work. Deener offers quality content with solid guests. Blakenbaker is his best co-host, really enjoy their banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    502JH
    United States5 years ago
  • Deener is a jerk

    Terrible personality. Half of the time he’s speaking is just him reading sponsorship ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Drew '79
    United States8 years ago
  • Always great until.....

    Drew’s show is always on point! Until Perrin starts speaking! Not enough of a downer to make me stop listening! Love this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Fins1985
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A few comments call out heavy advertising at times.
The show is praised for its local culture and chemistry between hosts.
Audience appreciates strong guest lineups and local sports insight.
Banters and guests contribute to a lively, entertaining vibe.
Some listeners feel the host's ad reads interrupt flow.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @CreightonHarley -08-04-2026 - Hour 2
Q: What is the proposed six-race series and which races would it include?
It would start with the Derby, include the Belmont, Matt Winn, Jim Dandy, Travers, and a yet-to-be-named race at Churchill Downs in September, with each race broadcast on national TV.
The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @_EthanMoore - 07-24-2026 - Hour 2
Q: Kade, what's it like returning to Louisville and taking on a new coaching setup with Nick Bertie and Coach Williams overseeing things?
Kade explains how the veterans from his playing days are now teammates in a coaching role and how their combined experiences help shape a modern pitching program, with emphasis on using biomechanical testing and TrackMan data to tailor throwing programs and fall scrimmages.
The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @_EthanMoore - 07-24-2026 - Hour 3
Q: What does Pat Forde think about the likelihood of realignment by 2030?
He suggests it will be gradual and influenced by how rights deals and independent status evolve, with major brands potentially moving if ballot constraints and economic incentives align.
The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @uofLSheriff50 - 06-12-2026 - Hour 2
Q: How does gambler regulation compare between college and professional leagues?
They discuss that professional leagues have strict penalties that can impact a player's eligibility, whereas college governance appears inconsistent, fueling calls for clearer rules and enforcement.
The Deener Show w Drew Deener & @uofLSheriff50 - 06-12-2026 - Hour 2
Q: What happened with the debate over the banner and the NCAA's role?
The hosts debate whether the banner should be restored, arguing that the NCAA is toothless and that past punishments were heavy-handed or misaligned with current norms, while acknowledging the need for accountability within the program.

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A fast-paced, locally flavored sports talk show focusing on college and professional athletics with a strong emphasis on Louisville and regional teams. Episodes blend banter, roster and recruiting debates, conference realignment chatter, media rights discussions, and betting angles, often bookended by sponsor reads and lighthearted tangents. Noteworthy is the frequent use of high-profile guests from local sports media, college programs, and regional teams to add color on ownership, governance, and performance, alongside candid takes on NIL, scheduling, and the economics of college athletics. This mix makes it well-suited for listeners who want sharp sports analysis combined with entertainment and a strong local angle, and it may be particul... more

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Recent guests on The Deener Show include:

1. John Bull
2. Kade McClure
3. Cade McClure
4. Pat 40
5. Rich Flaherty
6. Marcus Maven
7. Greg Sankey
8. Michael Baffour

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