Podcast appearances and mentions of Terry Meiners

The Louisville Cardinals baseball team made it to the College World Series last year following a terrific Super Regional host site performance. Naturally, expectations are high for the new season launching this weekend.Coach Mac and Terry Meiners discussed the impressive UofL roster, the true focal points for this year's team, and the exceptional talent of Kentucky's Mr. Baseball Kade Elam who delayed his MLB dream to join the Louisville Cardinals.

Famed thoroughbred horse trainer Dale Romans tells his story to Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio. Dale grew up in Shively, fell in love with horses as a baby, and carved out an incredible Eclipse Award career with over 2,000 victories, including the 2011 Preakness Stakes.Now Dale Romans wants to use his years of public service (president of Kentucky HBPA and on the  Kentucky Racing Commission board) to bring what he calls "common sense" solutions on fiscal policies, immigration, and rehab strategies for those with addictions.Mr. Romans was candid about his own struggles with addiction and shares how he meets the daily challenge to further his sobriety.Dale Romans is running for the U.S. Senate seat to be vacated by Senator Mitch McConnell. As a Democrat, Dale is running in the primary race against Amy McGrath and Charles Booker.

A longtime Courier-Journal columnist, WHAS Radio & TV newscaster, and SIDEROADS storyteller Byron Crawford sat down with Terry Meiners to reflect on some of his favorite characters he's met on the road.He also reflects on the white knuckle job of broadcasting live while the 1974 tornado outbreak ripped through Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.A collection of Byron Crawford columns from Kentucky Living Magazine are reprinted in the hardback book THE BACK PAGE. order the book at KentuckyLiving.com

Kentucky state representative Daniel Grossberg (KY-30) came to an agreement with the state ethics commission regarding questionable interactions with women in state government. The agreement states that Grossberg "may have violated" ethics code in communications with various associates. He agreed to two $1,000 fines but has not yet paid them.Governor Andy Beshear, Rep. Morgan McGarvey, and the leaders of the Kentucky Democrat Party and Kentucky Young Democrats all called for Grossberg to resign when allegations arose. Since the agreement was reached, Grossberg says there have been limited communications from those who once called for his resignation.Terry Meiners asked Grossberg "how in the world are you going to be able to work with your own party under these circumstances?Grossberg says he will remain in office and will consider litigation against some who may have violated laws in sworn statements.Stay tuned.

The founder of ProRehab Dr. Larry Benz has a few ideas for proper body maintenance during winter months. Dr. Benz and Terry Meiners discuss exercise limits, preparation, hydration, and massage benefits.

Simon T Meiners, communications and research specialist at Louisville's Frazier History Museum, chats it up with his dad Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.Simon's freeform delivery of Kentucky historical facts is incredible. Remember Encyclopedia Brown? Simon Meiners makes him seem forgetful and uninformed!Here's the blog post site referenced by proud dad Terry Meiners:  theroyaltourblog.com

When Terry Meiners quit his job at WQMF in 1985, he had already worked a deal with WHAS Radio. His bosses at WQMF new right away what was up. One of the WQMF owners called Terry just as he arrived home after resigning. Frank "Bo" Wood screamed at Terry "You're going to W-F'n-H-A-S and they'll fire you in 6 months. They're just trying to bust up our momentum (at WQMF)."I wasn't allowed to say anything about my future radio job because WHAS management feared a tortious interference lawsuit from WQMF.In a 1985 Louisville Times article just re-posted on social media in 2026, it is obvious the both Terry Meiners and WQMF management are both lying to reporter Vince Staten. Terry was legally handcuffed and WQMF had to put a positive spin on things.Terry claims this is the only bit of FAKE NEWS that he ever generated to the public. Yeah, buddy. Sure!

Just days after the JW Marriott announcement of a 415 room upscale hotel coming to Fourth and Liberty, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg proudly spotlights a complete transformation of the Humana Building into a 1,000 room convention hotel complex.The mayor and Terry Meiners discuss the details on WHAS Radio

Gary Burbank's daughter Tracy jumped on WHAS with Terry Meiners to discuss the legendary radio icon's incredible career in Cincinnati, Louisville, and his zany parenting skills. Gary passed away last year, and a 5 hour tribute show is planned for March 21st in Covington.Of course, it's a charitable fundraiser, just as Garish would want it.

Meet Brett Bachmann, CEO of Heuser Hearing Institute, and Dale Dobson, Division Director of Farm Safety and Rural Health for the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.They are absolutely saving the lives of Kentucky farmers.Mr. Dobson explains in this moving chat with Terry Meiners on WHAS

Indiana Governor Mike Braun joined Terry Meiners on WHAS to discuss new business developments, CTE training to expand Indiana's workforce population, A.I. data farm siting, and the Indiana Hoosiers football national championship.So far, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has not paid off his bet to Governor Braun. Details in the interview.

Pro boxer Pryce Sparrow and his father Kelvin visited Terry Meiners at WHAS as they continue growing Pryce's strong boxing career, now flawless after 5 professional fights.They discussed the intricacies of the most recent victory, workout regimen, and what's next for the 19-year-old phenom.

House Energy and Commerce chair Brett Guthrie (KY-02) chatted with Terry Meiners on testimony from healthcare CEOs who are being pressed about rising costs. They also discussed the next iteration of the Clean Air Act, President Trump's maneuver to gain control of Greenland, and Rep. Jamie Comer's threat to hold Bill & Hillary Clinton in contempt of court for ignoring subpoenas to appear before Congress.

Longtime newspaper columnist Garret Matthews is collecting any person's Top 10 list of individual experiences that should separate each one of us a completely unique. In other words, no person could exactly match another's list of unique experiences.Terry Meiners and Mr. Matthews discussed their own similar but unique experiences as media workers.

Dr. Ralph Alvarado, a former Kentucky state senator and Tennessee Commissioner of Health, is now back home and running for the 6th district congressional seat soon to be vacated by Rep. Andy Barr.Dr. Alvarado discussed the USA's overall health difficulties and methods to Make America Healthy Again.Terry Meiners also discussed President Trump's plan to control Greenland and Dr. Alvarado was 100% behind the proposals and negotiation strategies applied by the current administration.The conversation also addressed anti-ICE activists in Minnesota overtaking a church service in protest of the death of Renee Good, who was shot while driving toward an agent.

Former Louisville Mayor Jerry Abramson and his son Sidney flew to Miami to watch the elder Abramson's alma mater compete for the college football championship. His Indiana Hoosiers prevailed in a dramatic game.Jerry tells Terry Meiners about the fast trip down and back to see the magical moments unfold at Hard Rock Stadium.

The Indiana Hoosiers beat Miami to collect the Hoosiers' first ever football national championship. It was an up and down contest, with Indiana prevailing late with an interception that stopped Miami's final drive. FINAL: Indiana 27, Miami 21IU student Haller Walz and his buddies had quite a night on campus and then in the streets after the victory was secured. CLASSES WERE NOT CANCELED!!!Haller spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio the day after.

Nate Morris spoke with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners after the senate candidate met with the world's richest man, Elon Musk. Morris discussed Musk's $10 million infusion of campaign money and how it would be put to work for the campaign that hopes to take the seat being vacated by Senator Mitch McConnell.Meiners also asked Nate Morris about President Trump's insistence that the United States take over Greenland, and a weekend protest in Minnesota where an anti-ICE group invaded a Christian Sunday church service.

Greg Hahn is back in The Ville to sling barbs and self-deprecating humor from the stage at The Caravan in Mid City Mall. Greg and Terry Meiners chopped it up on life's challenges and inevitable romantic heartbreak.He's still in fifth gear EVERY WAKING MOMENT. The boy doesn't slow down!Shows: Friday & Saturday night at The Caravan, Mid City Mall on Bardstown Road in the Highlands

Governor Mike Braun joined Terry Meiners to discuss strategies to snare the Chicago Bears with a new stadium just across the state line in Indiana.They also discussed Indiana law enforcement working with ICE, fraudulent use of taxypayer funds in Minnesota and other states, a rebuff on redrawing congressional districts, Gov. Andy Beshear's challenges as leader of Democrat governors, and his preview of the Indiana Hoosiers in Monday's football national championship game.What's his bet with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis?As for Andy Beshear's job leading Democrats: "Andy is in a tough spot. He's got a party nationally that is run by a bunch of nuts...Schumer and Pelosi seem tame next to AOC, Jasmine Crockett, and Zohran Mamdani (now) the leadership of the Democrat party. Andy's in a tough place because he still has to kowtow with that...I don't think that dog hunts."

Lonnie Ali joined Terry Meiners to discuss her husband Muhammad Ali's life, legacy, preservation of his messaging, and the new U.S. Postal Service Ali stamp.Lonnie also weighs in her favorite film depiction of Muhammad and a young star who will soon appear as The Greatest in an upcoming Amazon Prime film.

93-year-old actor Conrad Bachmann tells his story of leaving the University of Kentucky and drifting to Hollywood as a dancer with a dream.After dozens of film and hundreds of TV acting jobs, the risk seems to have paid proper dividends. Conrad tells the story of passing on a chance to join Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift in "Raintree County" in order to snare a better show business path.Conrad and Terry Meiners discuss the actor's amazing life on the day the Hometown Heroes building banner group announced that Mr. Bachmann will be honored.

The 20th head football coach at Saint Xavier High School was announced earlier today. Brian Landis will lead the Tigers after coaching stints in Georgia and Kentucky.Coach Brian and Terry Meiners discussed rivalries, Vince Marrow, Kirby Smart, offensive looks, money in the game, and how a Cincinnati boy wound up with a Georgia accent. We're all looking forward to seeing what the Landis coaching team will bring to Saint X.GO TIGERS!

Pro Rehab founder Dr. Larry Benz cites a recent study that dispels outdated concepts about exercise duration versus bursts of intensity.Dr. Benz and Terry Meiners unpack the concept and overview issues relation to dehydration.Happy New Exercise Regimen!

Louisville's mayor popped by WHAS Radio with Terry Meiners to chat about the year that was and the year ahead. Mayor Craig Greenberg discussed his running regimen, personal work ethic, and pursuing business edges for Louisville versus other cities.Public safety, housing, refitting vacant buildings, and expanding parks and libraries are all underway. Now comes the annual trek to Frankfort to pitch Louisville's visions for 2026 to the general assembly.

Episode 26 of the podcast INTERRUPTED by Matt Jones features Terry Meiners in an enlightening and emotional conversation.

The Derby City Chamber Music Festival performs Handel's "Judas Maccabeus" at The Temple on December 17. It's a new inclusive tradition for Hanukkah.The Louisville Orchestra's Nicholas Finch is the artistic director for Derby City Chamber Music Festival and discussed the show with Terry Meiners on WHAS.Support for the festival came from The Temple, Congregation Adath Jeshurun, Keneseth Israel, and the Jewish Heritgae Fund.

Senator Rand Paul joined Terry Meiners to discuss his healthcare marketplace savings accounts proposal, which would force better pricing from insurance companies.Senator Paul also discussed his elastic relationship with President Donald Trump. They disagree on certain things and the senator is backing a Trump antagonist running for re-election.The only thing Senator Paul won't answer are questions about what he's getting his wife for Christmas or whether he's even given a thought to when he'll shop.She totally needs to shop for herself and inform him of what he got her for Christmas. Win-Win!

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg popped by the WHAS Radio studio to declare December 8, 2025 as Terry Meiners Day, an honor awarded to acknowledge Terry's 40th anniversary as afternoon host on WHAS.Thanks, Mayor! 

WHAS11 news anchor Doug Proffitt popped by to wish Terry Meiners a Happy 40th Anniversary at WHAS Radio and they fell into a history lesson of the TV and radio stations.

Jody Meiman, executive director of Louisville Metro Emergency Management Services, updates the cleanup process following the devastating UPS plane crash in Louisville.Jody & Terry Meiners discuss the various aspects of comforting families of victims, environmental cleanup, first responder readiness, and much more.

Last year, Governor Andy Beshear, Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman, and leaders of the Kentucky House and Senate Democratic Caucuses callled for Daniel Grossberg's resignation over allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior toward women.Grossberg has maintained his innocence and refused to step down. With 39 of 42 ethics charges now dismissed, Kentucky State Representative Daniel Grossberg (KY-30) announced that he will finally get to question his accusers in an ethics commission hearing in January.Grossberg sat down with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to discuss his status and some basics of the remaining 3 claims. 

...and bring your dog! Santa and Mrs. Grinch are there for photo ops.Jeff Wallitsch and Friends of Metro Animal Services leader David Payne have details in this chat with Terry Meiners.

The University of Kentucky basketball fan base is spiraling after losing to Louisville, Michigan State, and North Carolina in the first few weeks of the season. Some of the most impatient fans are already hinting that Mark Pope should be on the "hot seat" as though his job is on shaky ground.Terry Meiners offers a musical Christmas card to University of Louisville fans as they sit back and relish UK's challenges. But...Terry closes with a warning to not get too comfortable with schadenfreude (enjoying the misery of others). The pendulum always swings back in the opposite direction. Happy holidays for all!

Carrie Lynn Fowler has an amazing academic path that allowed her to create shows through puppetry.She has a special holiday show coming up on December 13 at the Kentucky Center. It's called PERFECT CHRISTMAS COOKIES.Carrie Lynn and her puppet Darla spoke with Terry Meiners. He's not sure which one is speaking at any given moment but you'll figure it out.

She's Kentucky royalty and America's greatest ever MISS AMERICA, the ageless beauty Heather French Henry.As always, Heather is working to alleviate homelessness, especially centered on military veterans who are struggling at life.Heather and Terry Meiners discuss the mission, the White Christmas film artifacts displays, and HALOREA, a stunning collection of charms created by Kentucky's goddess.

He ended the penny. The nickel is on its final cycle. U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach talked coinage with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.Dimes and quarters are safe but don't waste your time socking away pennies with the hope that they'll rise in value.Treasurer Beach has been inside the gold depository at Fort Knox and has plenty to report.LISTEN for more insights on the Trump Team financial outlook for the coming three years.

It's Thanksgiving time again. Let's make a smart move to heal a family rift. It's simple. It's quick. And you have control over its methodology.Let's go do it.ALSO: CheersI Our media buddy Angie Fenton is cancer free!!! Let's all celebrate Angie's newest chapter on life and send love to all who are wrestling with health challenges.HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD HOLIDAY SEASON!

Former WHAS Radio news anchor Scott Jennings is now known worldwide for his CNN political commentary and analysis.Scott and Terry Meiners discussed the tensions at the CNN desk, President Trump's global impact, angry liberals, whether Scott will run for Senate or switch to CBS News, and many other topics.Do angry liberals scream at him in public? Scott tells the tale in this WHAS interview.Scott's new book: "A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization" is available everywhere.

U.S. Senate canddiate Nate Morris thinks it's time for President Donald Trump to send National Guard troops on patrol in Louisville to help quell crime.Mr. Morris and Terry Meiners discussed other topics like the goverment shutdown, value of the filibuster, and more

James "Murr" Murray from Impractical Jokers is in town for 5 shows at Louisville Comedy Club. Using his hit TV show's technique, Murr will send at least one audience member out into the street to follow his commands through an earpiece. Always comedy gold!Murr told Terry Meiners an awesome story about the most outrageous prank he played on his showmate (who thought Murr was being punished). It's one of Impractical Joker's GREATEST HIT moments.Murr's new bourbon DON'T MOVE is named for the thriller book he wrote, which inspired a forthcoming film by the same name.Join Murr for a huge after-party on Saturday night following his final Louisville comedy show.

Thoroughbred trainer Kenny McPeek has well over 2,000 victories at racetracks around world. His greatest weekend came on the first Friday and Saturday in May 2024, winning both the Kentucky Oaks (Thorpedo Anna) and the Kentucky Derby (Mystic Dan).McPeek's Derby champ is set to retire to stud this weekend. Terry Meiners and Kenny McPeek discussed the horse's less-than-stellar ride in Arkansas that ultimately earned him access to the Derby. History was in the making.

Aviation investigator/litigator Jim Brauchle joined Terry Meiners to talk about the capabilities of the UPS MD-11F, like the one that crashed in Louisville.Enough information has been released by the NTSB to confirm that the left wing engine detached on airport property and that the jet had been in a prolonged maintenance hold in San Antonio from early September into mid-October.NTSB UPDATE, Friday November 7, 2025"UPDATE TO MEDIA BRIEFING: During yesterday's media briefing, the preliminary information reported was that FAA ADS-B data indicated a GPS altitude of 475 feet. When considering how FAA ADS-B altitude is reported, this equates to approximately 100 ft above ground level. Data from the flight data recorder is still being validated."

On Sunday, November 9 at 2 PM, volunteers are needed to place flags on military graves at Cave Hill Cemetery. The meeting spot is Breckenridge Elementary on Payne Street where a gate leads directly into Cave Hill.Fred Moore explains the details in this chat with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.God Bless all who serve.

Ed Gallrein is a retired Navy Seal with over 30 years of U.S. military service plus years of work in the intelligence sector.Team Trump has chosen the Kentucky farmer with challenging Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie (District 4), who often votes against the Republicans and Trump's interests.Gallrein and Terry Meiners discussed the campaign, the U.S. military strikes on South American drug cartel boats, diplomacy efforts with China, American drug dependency, and other matters pertinent to voters.

Ed Gallrein is a retired Navy Seal with over 30 years of U.S. military service plus years of work in the intelligence sector.Team Trump has chosen the Kentucky farmer with challenging Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie (District 4), who often votes against the Republicans and Trump's interests.Gallrein and Terry Meiners discussed the campaign, the U.S. military strikes on South American drug cartel boats, diplomacy efforts with China, American drug dependency, and other matters pertinent to voters.

Louisville, Kentucky Mayor Craig Greenberg sat down with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners for a wide-ranging chat on today's wins and challenges for the city. Mayor Greenberg addressed the impending SNAP benefits conundrum, new affordable housing, renewed downtown business leases, re-opening the juvenile justice center, the scourge of fentanyl, assisting homeless people, Yum Center debt, and much more.

Indiana Governor Mike Braun joined us from Indianapolis to discuss illegal immigration and its spillover from Chicago into northern sectors of the Hoosier state.Gov. Braun and Terry Meiners also discussed the call for a special session to redraw Indiana congressional districts to mirror actions of Democrat controlled states with zero Republican representatives on their federal team.Meiners also asked Gov. Braun for reaction to the potential wipeout of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, now limping past three weeks of inaction by leaders in Washington.

Dr. Daniel McCue has been teaching and coaching at St. Xavier High School for 22 years, and now has been elevated to school principal.Listen to his chat with Terry Meiners about the state of education at St. Xavier, A.I.'s role, student advancement, and much more.

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