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Louisville Youth Choir is holding auditions for singers of every talent level

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 9:03 Transcription Available


Terri Foster, artistic director for Louisville Youth Choir, dropped by to highlight upcoming auditions for students K-12 who could join their community choir.Terry Meiners and Terri Foster (TWO TERRYS!) discussed what's required of any student who may be interested in joining this celebrated arts organization.Auditions begin on August 19th.DETAILS louyouthchoir.org 

The world' greatest physical therapist on restarting exercise after vacation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 9:00 Transcription Available


Pro Rehab's Dr. Larry Benz has a solid advice for those who've taken a vacation and are now back home and ready to restart their exercise rituals.

Nate Morris answers Sen. Mitch McConnell's pushback at Fancy Farm

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 10:17 Transcription Available


At the many events surrounding the Fancy Farm political picnic last weekend, U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell told the audience he was surprised that one of the candidates to replace him would slam him.“Surely this isn't true, but I've heard that one of the candidates running for my office wants to be different,” McConnell said. “Now, I'm wondering how you'd want to be different from the longest-serving Senate leader in American history. I'm wondering how you'd want to be different in supporting President Trump.”Nate Morris answered Sen. McConnell today speaking with Terry Meiners on WHAS.photo: Kentucky Lantern

Rabbi Litvin on Trump's "All or Nothing" plan to end the Israel and Hamas war

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 6:44 Transcription Available


Chairman of the Kentucky Jewish Council Rabbi Shlomo Litvin weighs in on the Trump administration ALL OR NOTHING plan to end the Israel/Hamas war.

WAVE buys WDRB in a similar sitch to rich kids burning down The Bingham family in 1980s Louisville

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 9:34 Transcription Available


Twin brothers in Toledo, Ohio were born into a rich media family that owns Block Communications. Family members have been fighting for power and riches from the company their parents started. So now Gray Television, which owns WAVE3 in Louisville, is buying Block Communications, which owns WDRB and WBKI. That means Louisville will see a merger of assets from all three stations and the inevitable RIF (reduction in force).Good luck to all involved. Terry Meiners discusses the similarities between the Toledo family fighting with the 1980s squabbles among Louisville's Bingham family who owned The Courier-Journal, Louisville Times, WHAS11, and WHAS & WAMZ Radio.The Bingham nepo babies fought over money and power until the patriarch sold all of the Louisville media properties for over $450 million in 1986.

Mayor Greenberg should totally make this Louisville's MAYORMOBILE

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 7:06 Transcription Available


Here's Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg on the Bowman Field run/walk, upcoming exercise events, and a rare chat about his AWESOME 1970s Cadillace el Dorado

Nappy Roots headline Fox Fest 2025 this Saturday

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 9:57 Transcription Available


Fox Fest 2025 is back this weekend!  On Saturday, August 2, the beloved summer music festival returns with a full day of live music, local eats, and community vibes—all taking place across two stages in the heart of St. Matthews.This year's lineup features a powerhouse roster of regional and national talent including Softspoken, Foxbat, Throwback Thursday, Soul Circus, Mary Mary, Sigmatic, Ipcus Pinecone, End of Me, and Doombots. While the full lineup is set to be revealed in the official festival poster, the headliner's identity remains a mystery until June 23. To build hype, their name will appear blurred out on the promo poster—so stay tuned for the big reveal!Fox Fest 2025 Details:

John Michael Montgomery is already wistful about his final show this December in Rupp

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 14:02 Transcription Available


Kentucky's John Michael Montgomery popped onto WHAS Radio to discuss his long, successful music career launch from Nicholasville.He tells the story of hearing his music on the radio for the first time, how All For One's version of his song "I Swear" changed his career, and much more.Tickets are on sale now for John Michael's final show this December 12th in Rupp Arena.Another Kentucky musical legend is moving on to his next adventure beyong touring. Thanks, JMM

Nate Morris is ready to sling barbs at Fancy Farm

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 18:20 Transcription Available


MAGA Republican senate candidate Nate Morris says he enjoys the rough and tumble nature of his first foray into politics. Morris is running against Rep. Andy Barr and former Kentucky AG Daniel Cameron and he can't wait to take the stage at Saturday's Fancy Farm political picnic and roast his opponents.It's almost showtime!

Wayne and Alyssa Brewer drop their new tune LONESOME AND BLUE

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 7:52 Transcription Available


Wayne Brewer, a member of the band Gary Brewer and the Kentucky Ramblers, and his wife Alyssa have released their new tune LONESOME AND BLUE, an homage to George and Tammy.

David Camm was wrongfully convicted of killing his family. 25 years later, he's telling his story.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 35:32 Transcription Available


Former Indiana state trooper David Camm came home from a church league basketball game to find his wife and two children shot to death in the family garage. Camm was convicted two times by Indiana courts and then ultimately acquitted after a third trial.David Camm joined Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to tell his story. Author Gary Dunn (The Reckoning, Part ll) joined them in the studio to dicuss the Indiana judicial system's multiple failures in pursuing this case.

organ donation in Kentucky is sometimes a horror story

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 11:02 Transcription Available


Jennifer Erickson, senior fellow with the American Association of Scientists, spotlights a recent congressional hearing and multiple media reports on the mishandling of organ donor patients by a procurement organization called Network of Hope.Click to listen to this WHAS interview with Terry Meiners

Meet Dr. Ralph Alvarado, a congressional candidate loyal to the MAHA movement (Make American Healthy Again)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 11:08 Transcription Available


Dr. Ralph Alvarado has previously served as a Kentucky state senator in addition to many other public service roles. He's now running for the congressional seat being vacated by Rep. Andy Barr (KY-06).Dr. Alvarado and Terry Meiners discuss the Trump administration's "disruptor" status, tariffs, the Big Beautiful Bill and much more.

Why is one of my smartest buddies running outside in 110 degree heat?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 7:50 Transcription Available


University of Louisville school of business professor Nat Irvin ll is one of my smartest friends. He's won a zillion awards, is a futurist, author, teacher, and thoughtful listener.At nearly 74 years of age, I am perplexed as to why Nat would go out for a 2 mile run when the heat index is 110 degrees!  Turns out he has a very sane reason for doing so.Everything is possible when you're trying to help your school.

We need cake donations for the Aug 8-9 St. Joseph Children's Home Picnic

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 6:11 Transcription Available


The legendary St. Joe's Picnic is coming up August 8-9 on the grounds of the famous facility on Frankfort Avenue. The picnic is the chief fundraiser for programs and services to assist the children who've been affected by uncomfortable life challenges.Rich Flaherty dropped by WHAS to remind listeners that their donations to the cake booth will be matched by sponsors.MORE at the website donatecakes.com 

A new documentary on Nobel laureate Kentuckian Phil Sharp, who changed the world of biotech

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 9:03 Transcription Available


The Flyover Film Festival features a wide of array of flickering images but none is more compelling than the story of Phil Sharp. He was born in a home with a dirt floor to parents who had no high school education. Sharp goes on to earn a Nobel Prize for his work on RNA splicing.CRACKING THE CODE: Phil Sharp and the Biotech RevolutionProducer/director Bill Haney spoke with Terry Meiners about shooting this film and the challenges facing a creator in the editing process. Sharp's story is incredible, and Haney has 900 hours of film that must be whittled down to 90 minutes.This film will be screened Sunday, July 27 at the Speed Cinema.louisvillefilmsociety.org

Everybody yell WAWA!!! The legendary American chain is finally in Louisville

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 6:42 Transcription Available


The enthusiastic WAWA team visited WHAS radio today to announce their newest store opening and their core mission of enhancing every community where they put down roots.More on WAWA  https://www.wawa.com/about-us/wawa-history

Rep. Brett Guthrie on tariff logic and Democrat hysteria over Big Beautiful Bill

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 13:13 Transcription Available


Chairman of the House of Energy and Commerce Commision Rep. Brett Guthrie (KY-02) discusses the latest Trump team tariffs. We also wonder why Democrats are squawking about rural hospital closings when $50 billion was added to the Big Beautiful Bill to protect them.Theatrics? Show biz nonsense?What's up, Dems?

Norton Healthcare nurse superstar Corenza Townsend and my TV wife Rachel Platt are LISTENING

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 11:09 Transcription Available


Nurse Corenza Townsend was a major catalyst in generating the energy to get Norton West Louisville Hospital built in an area desperate for improved healthcare facilities.Frazier Museum's Rachel Platt, my former TV wife on WHAS11's Great Day Live, will conduct a July 15th listening session at the Frazier with Corenza and other Norton officials. They want to know how the relatively new hospital is doing and what they can do to improve.Two women who are reshaping our city IN ONE INTERVIEW! Fantastic!more details: fraziermuseum.org 

Daniel Cameron on why he's the best candidate to replace Senator Mitch McConnell

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 21:01 Transcription Available


Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron visited WHAS Radio to discuss his support for President Donald Trump, the Big Beautiful Bill, and why voters should choose him over Rep. Andy Barr and businessman Nate Morris.We discussed why he must stiff arm his former mentor Senator Mitch McConnell, why the BBB increase in debt is necessary, and how he handles race peddlers who call him a traitor to his own people.

Rep. Andy Barr live from Washington during voting for Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 12:10 Transcription Available


Congressman Andy Barr (KY06) checked in from Washington as the House of Representatives was closing in on a final vote for President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill proposal that has already passed in the Senate.Rep. Barr laid out his reasons for supporting the bill and answered questions about debt increases, Medicaid reduction, and other objections by Democrats.He also wanted to separate himself from other candidates who are vying for the soon to be vacated seat held by Senator Mitch McConnell.

Dr. Mark Burns warns that MEASLES ARE BACK in Kentucky

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:49 Transcription Available


UofL Health infectious disease specialist Dr. Mark Burns warns that a measles spread is going through central Kentuckky, principally in Woodford and Fayette Counties.It's a good time to remind parents to be sure that their children receive the MMR vaccine so that they do not become infected with measles.

Sen. Rand Paul on his NO vote on the Big Beautiful Bill

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 11:53 Transcription Available


Even though Senator Rand Paul just played golf with President Donald Trump, the president could not persuade Sen. Paul to vote in favor of the BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL. It passed anyway.Sen. Paul was one of three Republican senators who voted against the BBB, and happily explained his decision on WHAS Radio.We also discussed the benefits of tariffs (Rand Paul opposes them) and winnowing out certain undeserving Medicaid recipients, and whether Gov. Andy Beshear's claims of 35 rural hospitals is fact or hysteria.

Terry Meiners details his tense 1985 departure WQMF's "The Show With No Name"

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 41:36 Transcription Available


When Terry Meiners decided to leave WQMF to do grownup radio on WHAS, it created a lot of hurt feelings from his radio partner Ron Clay, WQMF owners Diamond John Otting and WEBN's Bo Wood, plus a strange period of waiting to be pulled into the WHAS orbit.Terry details the story in a wide ranging interview with KSR's Billy Rutledge on WKRD, July 1, 2025

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Nativity Academy is an academic treasure in Louisville

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 8:38 Transcription Available


COMAPNY'S COMING! Our neighbors from Nativity Academy at Saint Boniface dropped by to visit. Their highly acclaimed Catholic middle school has an amazing story to tell.Thanks to Lauren Alderman, Andrea Peavler, and Megan Weyland for throwing the spotlight on their academic superstars!

Retired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Rob Givens on preparations for the US airstrikes in Iran

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 11:03 Transcription Available


Retired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Rob Givens discusses the coordination and support involved in a massive mission like the recent B-2 bombing runs on Iran's nuclear sites. Aircraft from 3 continents came together to coordinate safety and access into and out of Iran undetected.General Givens describes the tasks for the pilots as they spend more than 30 hours airborne to complete the mission. Plus, there's many other scenarios for decoy missions, what to do in case of attacks on the bombers, and the occasional open seas fly by activity by Russian and other hostile pilots. 

Rabbi Shlomo Litvin is distressed by anti-semitic rhetoric coming from the winner of the NYC mayoral primary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 9:14 Transcription Available


Rabbi Shlomo Litvin, chairman of the Kentucky Jewish Council, is not pleased about the New York City primary election results. Muslim activist Zohran Mamdani shocked the electorate with a late campaign victory in the Democrat primary.Rabbi Litvin notes many anti-semitic episodes littering Mr. Mamdani's path to victory. Rabbi Litvin says the potential New York City mayor has often espoused the phrase Globalize the Intifada, a chant that is interpreted to mean exterminate Jewish people everywhere.

Ned Pillersdorf will challenge Hal Rogers for Kentucky's 5th congressional seat

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 10:23 Transcription Available


Ned Pillersdorf, considered by many as the Atticus Finch of Appalachia, will challenge 23 term incumbent Congressman Hal Rogers in Eastern Kentucky (5th district). Rep. Rogers is known as the Prince of Pork, bringing untold millions into Kentucky's poorest district.Ned has plenty to say about Hal's work over the years, evolving from a man of the people to a man of the Trump system.

Tom Jurich on the modern business of college sports, health of Title 9, and growth of UofL athletics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 10:38 Transcription Available


"It's hard to call it college sports anymore. It's a professional league...it's a business. Everything's going to work out great" for UofL athletics. - Tom Jurich on the changing collegiate landscapeFormer University of Louisville athletics director Tom Jurich will be honored on Saturday, June 28 at 10 AM on campus. The gathering point is 2135 South Floyd Street adjacent to the Cardinal Track & Field complex.The city of Louisville is naming a portion of Floyd Street for Jurich to acknowledge his massive contributions to the athletics department and campus facilities over a 20 year span.The public is welcome to cheer home Tom & Terrilynn Jurich and their family, many of whom remain Louisville residents.

My son Simon Meiners on odd foods, quirky Ky History, and the Frazier Museum's BEER FEST BOGO

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 12:00 Transcription Available


My son Simon Meiners is a research specialist for Frazier History Museum. He loves posting quirky historical facts about the Commonwealth of Kentucky, leading tours, and traveling the state. We love getting on the radio to just freeform wherever the conversation takes us.Both my son and I are beer wimps and we are rightfully clowned for it. I just own it.The Frazier Beer Fest is a huge street party for beer lovers of all flavors. It's a perfect summer gathering set for July 26.Come slurp with us!The Frazier is offering a BOGO deal today only at fraziermuseum.org

Rebecca Fleischaker on downtown Louisville's myriad of summer good times

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 10:15 Transcription Available


Louisville Downtown Partnership executive director Rebecca Fleischaker reeled off an impressive list of events, activities, and destinations that will delight every member of the family.MORE: LouisvilleDowntown.org

physical therapist Eric McElroy on prepping for hot weather workouts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 6:41 Transcription Available


Pro Rehab physical therapist Eric McElroy has great tips for making sure your body is ready for the heat wave ahead as you activate your exercise routine.HYDRATE - ICE - MASSAGE 

Nay Trabue created the Melannaire Marketplace for Black owned businesses

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 8:16 Transcription Available


She's a little person with a gigantic personality. I love me some Nachand "Nay" Trabue, the creator of Melannaire, an association of Black owned local businesses.Building generational wealth solidifies a family's future. Great work, Nay!Always fun to visit with Nay and her husband Carlos. Cheers!

Kentuckiana Pride VP Tim Weyrauch on the value of family communication

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 10:40 Transcription Available


It's Pride Month and Kentuckiana Pride vice president Tim Weyrauch reminds all of us about the value of communicating with friends and loved ones. We all want to live authentic lives and be respectful of others who may have differing views.Life is good when tolerance and understanding are kept in the forefront.

Special assistant to Barack Obama, Lt. Governor and Mayor for Life Jerry Abramson is retiring

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 11:31 Transcription Available


Jerry Abramson, a Louisville native, served as Mayor for Life for a zillion years before becoming Kentucky's Lt. Governor and then a Special Assistant to President Barack Obama.He came home from the White House to teach at Splading University and, now 78, will retire at the end of this month.Now he'll be Zaidie to his grandchildren while Madeline has taken the grandmotherly title of Gammy.Love those Abramsons!Thanks for your service, boss!

Racing Lou midfielder Taylor Flint kicks, slams, taps, and WINS

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 11:22 Transcription Available


A great chat with Racing Louisville midfielder Taylor Flint, a Michigander from an athletic family. She can do it all: soccer, volleyball, tap dancing...wait, what?

Vince Marrow sees UofL's Brohm Squad as one of the hottest football franchises in America

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 16:34 Transcription Available


Former University of Kentucky assistant coach Vince Marrow is learning how to throw his Ls Up! Coach Marrow activated his option to move to the University of Louisville to work with his good friend Jeff Brohm and the Brohm Squad, one of the hottest football teams in the U.S.Coach Marrow discussed his difficult decision to leave UK, alluding to communications issues with UK head coach Mark Stoops.But the overall draw is the surging momentum for the Louisville Cardinals, a team ranked highly on most preseason polls.As the I-64 billboard reads says:  LOUISVILLE, We're miles ahead.

former "Kentucky Tonight" host Bill Goodman on modern media

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 26:45 Transcription Available


Longtime KET host Bill Goodman - now executive director of Kentucky Humanities - sits for a long form interview on today's media challenges, values, and future.Two old media dogs talking shop. Good stuff.Bill will host the Kentucky Book Festival: Louisville Edition this Saturday at Paristown. 

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Nick Coffey on BBN's Vince Marrow meltdown, upcoming collegiate money split

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 8:53 Transcription Available


840WHAS morning show host Nick Coffey popped by to discuss Vince Marrow's shift from UK to UofL and the subsequent fallout from angry Cat fans. Also, how are schools going to split their allotted $20.5 million for athletes? Will there be enough for UofL to maintain football momentum, basketball's resurgence, and still bolster baseball?Looking forward to seeing it all come together.

Norton Healthcare CEO Russ Cox announces Norton Children's new pediatric hospital complex

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 9:39 Transcription Available


Norton Healthcare and Norton Children's president and CEO Russell Cox details the forthcoming pediatric health center complex coming to the east side of Louisville. Cox says it should attract medical professionals from throughout the region to serve the medical, physical, and mental health needs of children.Upcoming listening sessions will help shape the full mission of the campus, which will provide pediatric medical care plus accommodations for family members who choose to be nearby.Cox predicts that over 1,000 new jobs will be created, plus a vibrant business district will enhance the 1,500 acre tract off of Tucker Station Road near I-64 and I-265.

Hall of Fame sportswriter John Clay on schools carefully dividing NIL money

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 12:10 Transcription Available


Lexington Herald Leader sportswriter and columnist John Clay is set to retire at the end of this month. He discussed career highlights and challenges he's encountered over the past 4 decades of serving Big Blue Nation.Is Stoops cooked? Will Pope's players get all of the NIL money? We also discussed the challenges for other universities dividing $20.5 million for all of their sports teams. How much will football demand? Will basketball have enough to build a Top 5 roster? What about baseball? Will women's sports survive with this new payment cap?

Chairman Brett Guthrie on the Big Beautiful Bill blowback and potential AM Radio Act

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 14:32 Transcription Available


Kentucky Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) is Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Commision, the launch pad for President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Rep. Guthrie discusses the bill's benefits and necessity while also answering emotional complaints raised by Democrat Governor Andy Beshear and Rep. Morgan McGarvey, both claiming that worthy Medicaid beneficiaries would be stripped of coverage.The AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act, a longstanding safety net during emergencies when wifi and other communication platforms are out of service, is also on a path to passage, according to Rep. Guthrie.The drama surrounding President Trump and Elon Musk trolling each other is also discussed.What a day!

Rep. Andy Barr on the Big Beautiful Bill benefits vs Sen. Rand Paul's objections

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 13:50 Transcription Available


Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) jumped on WHAS Radio to tout the benefits of the Big Beautiful Bill in spite of objections from colleagues Rep. Thomas Massie (KY-04) and Senator Rand Paul.Will the bill pass by the Fourth of July? What about Democrats' claims that the BBB will destroy Medicaid for poor people?Listen for Rep. Barr's insights on a tumultuous afternoon when Elon Musk is using social media to trash his former bestie President Donald Trump.What a day!

KET superstar Kelsey Starks on Kentucky's return to cursive writing instruction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 9:45 Transcription Available


KET superstar Kelsey Starks schooled Terry Meiners on the new law mandating the teaching of cursive writing in Kentucky schools.Yes...even the teachers must re-learn the newfangled twists of certain letters of the alphabet. Kelsey also previews the final episodes of season 2 of her hit series INSIDE LOUISVILLE on KET.

Nick Coffey takes over as WHAS Radio morning show host

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 12:08 Transcription Available


Nick Coffey and Terry Meiners sat down for a chat before Nick takes over the WHAS Radio morning show host position following the retirement of Tony Cruise.Thank you, Cruiseman, for 21 stellar years as WHAS morning host. Tony completed 45 total years of radio broadcasting during his career. He and his wife Penny have big travel plans ahead.Nick Coffey and his family are excited to become the First Family of WHAS Radio begining on Monday, June 2, 2025.He's set to give it a 30 year run just like predecessors Wayne Perkey and Jim Walton did during the overall 103 years of broadcast excellence on WHAS Radio.

Pat McAfee is king of the intellectually bankrupt and John Mellencamp calls him out on it

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 8:27 Transcription Available


ESPN fraud Pat McAfee (he completely forgets to use the F word on College GameDay but uses it on his own ESPN show)...what happened to KEEPIN' IT REAL?Flabby McAfee threw derision at prominent New York Knicks fans on the Indianapolis arena microphone ahead of the Pacers vs Knicks NBA playoffs game. He even threw some garbage language in his rant to further the notion that taking your kids to a ballgame is a skeezy proposition.Cranky faded pop singer John Cougar Mellencamp actually made a valid point by posting to social media that McAfee's boorish behavior does not project HOOSIER HOSPITALITY."I was embarrassed when somebody, under whose direction I don't know, called out some of the people who had made the trip from New York (to support the Knicks)...it was poor sportsmanship...I was not proud to be a Hoosier."Well done, Mellencamp.

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