Podcast appearances and mentions of Terry Meiners

Terry Meiners refers to attorney Ned Pillersdorf as "the Atticus Finch of Eastern Kentucky" for his tireless work on behalf of beleaguered residents who lost their federal benefits because of a scammer.The story is told in great detail on APPLE TV's "The Big Conn" documentary.Ned wears a lot of hats in Eastern Kentucky, and now seeks another one. Pillersdorf is running for Congress in Kentucky's 5th District where Rep. Hal Rogers has held the seat for 40 years.Janet Stumbo was Kentucky's first women on the state Supreme Court. She tells her story in this chat with Meiners on WHAS Radio.

Highway spokesperson Mindy Peterson details the reopening of I-65 in Louisville this week, albeit with a few changes. There'll be lane limitations, slower speeds, and other measures to accommodate ongoing repairs to the city's oldest interstate highway.Mindy Peterson and Terry Meiners discuss the overall aging infrastructure and the state highway department's plans to continue upgrading various highways.

Best of BBI with Billy Rutledge, Terry Meiners and documentarian Lanny Brannock

MSD executive director Tony Parrott sat down with Terry Meiners to discuss the mammoth rebuild of Louisville's antiquated sewer and sewage treatment infrastructure.Plus, there are some things people should NEVER attempt to flush down the toilet.

Comedian Ryan Hamilton and Terry Meiners discuss the art of standup comedy, potato farming, and trying to look cool after being hit by a bus. Ryan was. Terry wasn't.Stream NETFLIX to laugh at Ryan Hamilton's tales of woe and survival in his new comedy special THIS JUST HIT ME. 

Rocky Adkins, chief of staff for Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, launched his own gubernatorial campaign this week.Rocky chatted with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners on his gifts vs. his primary opponent Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman. They also discussed how Gov. Adkins would negotiate with a Republican supermajority, capitalism vs. socialism, the Ky State Fair Board, and more.

Happy 100th Birthday to Crescent Hill Golf Course, a duffer's dream on Brownsboro Road adjacent to the Mary T Meagher Natatorium.Loongtime PGA professional George "Moe" Demling chatted with Terry Meiners on the course, the long road on tour, and tips for today's seasoned and starting golfers.And yes, both Moe and his son Gary are sporting t-shirts with a photo of young Moe in full swing!(from the USGA website)..."The 79-year-old Demling, who was inducted into the Kentucky Golf Hall of Fame in 2019, has seen a lot of talented players rise through the Louisville ranks. Bobby Nichols, the 1964 PGA champion, and Frank Beard combined for 23 victories on the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s. Demling taught Fuzzy Zoeller, who grew up across the Ohio River in New Albany, Ind., and went on to win the 1979 Masters and the 1984 U.S. Open. Jodie Mudd of Louisville won back-to-back U.S. Amateur Public Links titles (1980-81) and four PGA Tour events, including the 1990 Players Championship, while his brother Eddie won the 1976 U.S. Amateur Public Links. Demling made a run of his own in the 1966 U.S. Public Links, reaching the semifinals before losing to Monty Kaser, the eventual champion."

Celebrated leadership strategist Maggie Harlow has written EVERYDAY EXTRAORDINARY, a collection of real life stories that will help readers transform ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences.Maggie and Terry Meiners wind through various life situations and apply Maggie's "permission slips" to advance beyond perceived barriers.Maggie details the book's availability in the conversation.website: maggieharlow.com

The potential "moist" law requirements have been tabled for now, but local tavern owners are still facing a multitude of challenges.Terry Meiners sat down with two local bar owners.

Louisville Downtown Partnership executive director Rebecca Fleischaker has quite a story to tell about upgrades and events through the rest of 2026. She spills the tea with Terry Meiners on WHAS.

Jeff Ruby Steakhouse is celebrating 20 years in Louisville, 78-year-old restaurateur Jeff Ruby tells Terry Meiners the story of refusing to serve O.J. Simpson, why the Ruby name is on the pant legs of jockeys in the Kentucky Derby, and the initial romance with the city of Louisville.photo: Terry Meiners, Britney Ruby Miller (Jeff's daughter), Jeff Ruby at the 2024 Kentucky Derby

CNN political voice Scott Jennings, a former WHAS Radio news anchor, joined midday host Leland Conway to discuss misguided media and social media conspiracy theories related to Senator Mitch McConnell's recent hospitalization.Millions of online commentators were assuring each other that McConnell is dead, or brain dead and being kept alive to bypass Governor Andy Beshear's potential to call a special session forcing a vote for replacement. After weeks of unanswered questions, McConnell's office finally released a full medical update and a photo of the senator and his wife Elaine Chao in a Washington D.C. rehab facility. The McConnell team released details of his June 14, 2026 fall and the medical diagnosis reports.Both hardcore Liberals and MAGA stalwarts tried to poke holes in the statements and the photo, claiming McConnell is dead and the photo was either a 2023 reissue or A.I. doctored.It's a reminder once again that nearly half of the population is of below average intelligence.-- synopsis written by WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners --

BBQ chef sensation Jeremy Yoder is competing on Food Network's PITMASTERS show. Jeremy and Terry Meiners discussed the challenges of competing with other pitmasters from around the world.Jeremy & Terry discuss various BBQ flavors from around America and a bit of celebration of Western Kentucky's BBQ notoriety.

Ex-Cat Ron Mercer is heading for the Tennessee sports Hall of Fame; how he used to battle with his pal Derek Anderson in practice; (12:00) the rise in white collar crime and sports; (19:00) ex-FBI agent Clay Mason on the Kerr Kriisa case; (39:00) talk show host and UK network producer Billy Rutledge; (58:00) UK AD J Batt has a start date on his calendar; (1:07:00) a devout UK fan's excited call to our radio brother Terry Meiners and a pre-Wimbledon rant to set up the weekend....

Gracious, affable, Southern gentleman David Beck was pushed out of his Kentucky Venues CEO role by Governor Andy Beshear. Mr. Beck and his team steered billions of tourism dollars through Louisville & Kentucky by the strength of his personal relationships with decision makers around America.Louisville leaders would be wise to secure Mr. Beck's services in an ambassador role to maintain and grow the tourism sector.David Beck sat down with Terry Meiners for a wide ranging chat on Louisville's strengths, opportunities, and vision.

This Sunday at Louisville Bats baseball, gates open at noon, and U of L Health will be offering free PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) tests for men. It's a quck and painless check for signs of prostate cancer or other issues.Dr. Jessica Schardein and Bats president Greg Galliette visited with Terry Meiners to remind area men that health safety can be quick and easy.Enjoy the game!

BIKE4ALZ raises funds to fight Alzheimer's. Alex Mooney and his WKU bicycling buddies are 2/3s of the way across the USA and about to come through Louisville. They'll have a celebration and fundraising effort at Bearno's Pizza in J-Town on Thursday, July 9 from 5-8.Alex spoke with Terry Meiners about thrills and challenges along the highways and roads stretching across the U.S.They're on pace to finish in Virginia Beach, Virginia on July 26.

Allison Ball, Kentucky's auditor, has released a 500 page study on Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) finances and teaching outcomes. She detailed her findings in a conversation with Terry Meiners on WHAS.The picture is bleak with bottom scraping test scores and outdated technology. Plus..."They're very top heavy at the administrative level."

FBI Louisville's SAC is Olivia Olson, who comes from a family of FBI agents. She sat down with Terry Meiners to discusss public safety, gang related activity, drug running, cyber crime, and cohesion among various law enforcement agencies.FBI Louisville has a recruitment event scheduled for July 15 from 7-9 PM. To apply, email louisvilleapplicants@FBI.gov

Dee Dee Taylor, President of the Kentucky Hemp Association, warns that the upcoming ban on hemp will drastically affect pain relief and emotional balance for millions of Americans suffering from PTSD and physical ailments. She told her story to Terry Meiners on WHAS, joined by Rocco Jerome to ask listeners to act to reverse the decision. Use the website HelpSaveHemp.org for more info.

Longtime sports information director for UofL Kenny Klein died this week. Sports reporter Jody Demling shared memories of Klein with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners.

Kentucky's attorney general Russell Coleman chats with Terry Meiners on WHAS 

Tom Jurich, former athletic director for the University of Louisville, worked with sports information director Kenny Klein for 2 decades. Jurich reflected on Klein's loyalty and work ethic in a chat with Terry Meiners on WHAS.

This Saturday brings Gallop for Good to Churchill Downs, a spotlight on 75 nonprofits that are involved in the protection and life care necessary for horses retired from racing.Claire Simms and Mark Whitten delivered more details to Terry Meiners on WHAS.

Kate Olson and Colleen Walker tell the story of Second Stride, an organization of volunteers that helps former race horses adjust to their new lives as pleasure horses. Eat. Play. Love.Kate & Colleen told Terry Meiners about the program's mission and ways horse lovers can help.secondstride.org

Kentucky's Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell, a Garrard County farmer, visited with Terry Meiners to discusses the state's farm products, market strengths, future expansion, and Jefferson County's economic engine.

Sexual abuse survivor Hadley Duvall, who was raped by her stepfather when she was 12 years old, is now an activist for abortion rights in America.Hadley's story first sufaced publicly when she was featured in 2023 ads for Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's re-election campaign.Hadley spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS detailing her life as a new mom, an outspoken advocate for sexaul assault victims, and her upcoming speech in Washington D.C. on the anniversary of the Supreme Court's overturn of Roe v. Wade, sending abortion rights issues back to individual state legislatures.

The patriarch of Louisville's Brohm family tells his story to Terry Meiners on WHAS.

Coach Bob Redman won over 300 high school football games at multiple schools and 3 Kentucky State Championships with Male High School.Coach Redman and WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners discuss fatherhood, coaching, leadership, and the joy of watching the next generation shine.

Sen. Rand Paul spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS to catch up on current events in Iran and Washington. Is the new Iranian regime not "radicalized" as President Trump claims? Trust and verify is still the order of the day when dealing with any Iran regime.Meiners also asked about Rand Paul's communication with his hospitalized colleague Mitch McConnell and his primary losing friend Thomas Massie.

Louisvillian Dan Mason used his early teen years pestering the program directors at WKLO and WAKY to upgrade their programming. He must have known what he was talking about. Initially hired at WKLO, Dan went on to much larger stations and eventually to lead CBS Radio (two times).He fired Don Imus. Befriended every superstar performer. Built CBS Radio into dominant positions in markets across America.Mason is also a sportscaster, primarily in women's basketball and is a horse racing analyst.Terry Meiners and Dan Mason discussed his incredible career at CBS as chronicled in his new book FEARLESS: The Life and Times of a Media Maverick.website: danmasonbook.com

Louisville Kings head coach Chris Redman led his UFL team to the United Bowl UFL Championship on Saturday in Washington D.C. The entire UFL league is based in the Dallas area. Redman's squad roared back from a tough start to the season to capture the ultimate crown versus D.C.Driving home with the trophy, Coach Redman spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to retrace the season and discuss his strategy to get the final win. Coach Redman is deeply thankful for the tremendous local support for the city's upstart team, and he's already making plans to chase a second title for the Kings.There'll be a Louisville celebration for the Louisville Kings soon. Listen for details.

Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio a day after going 4-4 in the Congressional Softball Game. McGarvey's Democrats were pounded by the Republicans but the Kentucky congressman earned an MVP award for his batting prowess.Rep. McGarvey and Meiners discussed the latest on the Iran war and movement from the Trump Justice Department to tighten its influence over state elections. Many conservatives are suspicious of the elongated mail-in vote counting process following recent California primary elections, casting doubt on the accuracy of election results. 

The Louisville Kings earned a spot in Saturday's UFL Championship vs D.C. at Audi Field in Washington D.C.Kings head coach Chris Redman spoke with Terry Meiners about his preparation process, team energy, star players, eavesdropping honor code, and the strategic moves Redman made early in the season to produce season's end greatness.

Kentucky Fairness Campaign's executive director Chris Hartman is not in favor of a Louisville Metro Council member's proposed Transgender Safe Haven designation for the city.Hartman explains his position to Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio. They also discuss a litany of LGBTQ issues in Kentucky.

WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners has four brilliant children. Simon T Meiners appeared on KET's Kentucky Tonight as part of a panel of historians discussing Kentucky's 234th birthday.Oh, the tales Simon can tell! We bet you've never heard this one about a future famous guy shoveling out the area now called the Portland Canal along Louisville's riverfront!

ESPN sports reporter Katie George just won an EMMY for "Outstanding Sports Personality: Emerging On-Air Talent." She's without a doubt America's greatest sports reporter/interviewer/anchor.What's new? She and her husband are parents!Katie and Terry Meiners discuss her career path and what sort of media adventures lie ahead. 

Longtime local radio/TV host John Ramsey was diagnosed with ALS last year, a condition that his doctor bluntly stated "will kill you."John visited Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to update his medical condition in hopes that his public sharing will help others who are suffering with medical challenges to see the joy in living fully every day.

Louisville's African American community once reveled in the glory of WALNUT STREET, a thoroughfare lined with Black owned businesses, nightclubs, beautiful homes, and positive energy.Arts icon Ken Clay offers "The Walnut Street Revue" on June 13, a tribute to the legendary Top Hat Club. It'll be on stage at the Kentucky Center on June 13 at 7:30. With an impressive array of performers, "The Walnut Street Revue" will take you back to a golden nightclub era in spite of the segregation that offered uneven cultural opportunities. Mr. Clay and Terry Meiners discuss Louisville history through the prism of Black entrepreneurship and forward momentum, much of which was disbanded when Urban Renewal city planners scattered this successful hub.

Melissa Beare joined Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to discuss this year's H.E.R.O. Run to honor military heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice.louisvilleherorun.com

The UFL's Louisville Kings have pulled a Lazarus and risen from the dead. The pro football squad suffered in the opening weeks of the season but have been on a tear during the past month.Head Coach Chris Redman joined Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to discuss the Kings' quest to make the playoffs, roster adjustments, and local love from the fan base.Louisville just swept the DC squad in consecutive games, now they'll try to beat Dallas a second time this Sunday at Lynn Family Stadium.The Kings would have a chance to host a playoff game if certain circumstances are met by other teams in the league.

Louisville Kings linebacker Nick Kubitz spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS ahead of Sunday's critical clash with Dallas for a playoff opportunity.Kubitz loves chasing down quarterbacks, running backs, and receivers in his relentless pursuit of opponents.When he's not playing football, he's looking for a perfect hunting spot.Louisville plays Dallas this Sunday at 4 at Lynn Family Stadium.

Mark Haertzen has been a lifelong entrepreneur. He sold flavored toothpicks to classmates. He's invented a thousand things, tried & failed & succeeded with many, but nothing hit quite like ROCKET MAN.Haertzen discusses his new book STAY THIRSTY with Terry Meiners on 840WHAS.

Sarah Martin has worked as an attorney for 17 years in the Jefferson County Attorney's office, handling difficult cases involving domestic violence, delinquent child support payments, and more. She's currently the assistant Jefferson County Attorney and says she is ready to lead the staff of attorneys with integrity and compassion.Sarah and Terry Meiners discuss her experience, public safety needs, the remnants of the federal consent decree for police reform, and more. website: votesarahmartin.comEarly voting begins May 14-16 with all polls open on Tuesday, May 19

Kentucky Venues CEO David Beck visited with Terry Meiners on WHAS to discuss surging local tourism, building upgrades at Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center, and the state legislature's potential funding for a transportation tunnel that would expedite travel between KFEC, the airport, Churchill Downs, U of L, and all of the central business district in downtown Louisville.Mr. Beck also discusses Southern Indiana's $500 million proposal to upgrade the old Colgate Palmolive plant in Clarksville into a hotel and sports complex.David Beck is pictured with his granddaughter Savannah Raines. 

Scott Reynolds first appeared on WAVE3 News in 1996. He went to WDRB News 7 years ago but was released late last year. Local TV viewers shared their outrage on social media after Reynolds was dismissed nearly 30 years after his Louisville TV launch.Scott Reynolds joined Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio today and announced that he will return to WAVE on Monday May 18 to co-anchor the 4 PM newscast. He'll also contribute reports to other WAVE news shows.In an acquisition first announced last August, WAVE-TV's parent company Gray Television now owns WDRB and its associated local signals.

Celebrated Racing Louisville goalkeeper Jordyn Bloomer recently pulled off another crazy save that was selected as the NWSL SAVE OF THE WEEK. She's a total baddie: chirping and backing it up with stellar play.Jordyn visited with WHAS Radio where Terry Meiners asked her about her lightning fast instincts, team chemistry, workout regimen, and the long haul of the regular season.Jordyn also weighed in on the newly expanded NCAA basketball tournament, her faltering Wisconsin Badgers football team, and if Aaron Rodgers is still the Steelers' best choice for QB. She needs her own sports talk radio show!web: racingloufc.com

The Louisville Kings play in Washington vs the DC Defenders this weekend, and have a return match in Louisville on May 16.Quarterback Chandler Rogers discussed his expanding role now that he is leading the Louisville Kings as they head into a critical stretch of games.WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners and QB1 had much to discuss.

Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) has received the endorsement of President Donald Trump in the senate race to replace Leader Mitch McConnell.Rep. Barr spoke with Terry Meiners about the value of the endorsement, the strategies moving forward in the economy and the war with Iran, and how to best serve all of Kentucky.

Colonel Steve Healey currently serves as Deputy Sheriff in the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department. He visited with Terry Meiners to discuss public safety, the evolving role of the office, and to illuminate the strengths of this critical branch of law enforcement.