Podcast appearances and mentions of Terry Meiners

Champions Blue CEO and University of Kentucky ahtletics director J Batt sat down with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners for an overview of UK sports. High revenue producers like football and basketball continue growing, so how does J Batt help the other sports survive in today's student/athlete/employee universe?J Batt shares his vision for Big Blue Nation, and what separates the fan base from all others.

Rebecca Fleischaker, executive director of Louisville Downtown Partnership, joined Terry Meiners to discuss the latest growth news for the city's central district.

Author, speaker, business imagineer Maggie Harlow visited Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to verbalize another chapter from her popular book EVERYDAY EXTRAORDINARY.Maggie and Terry discuss swerves in the road of life and how best to navigate toward a successful journey.

Kentucky State Treasurer Mark Metcalf joined Terry Meiners on WHAS ahead of Unclaimed Property Week.Do you have money or other valuables being held by the state? Find out at treasury.ky.gov

Dr. Jennifer Brown, DMD and several other dentists are offering free dental services on Saturday, September 12 from 8 AM until 1 PM at St. Matthews Dental Care, 100 Marshall Drive in Louisville.Dr. Brown and Terry Meiners discuss the details on WHAS Radio.

Green Bay Packers superfan Kevin Gibson has delivered an outstanding coffee table book on the NFL's most storied franchise. Its rich history is chronicled through the decades with stunning photos celebrating all Packer legends.Kevin Gibson and WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners, another Packers superfan, enjoyed diving into the book on the air. GO PACK GO!

Louisville Orchestra CEO Jude Vaclavik visits with Terry Meiners to discuss the orchestra's new season. It's a wild ride through musical genres this season with the beloved Louisville Orchestra!

Mary Haynes, president/CEO of Louisville's Nazareth Homes, discusses the highly touted nonprofit organization providing independeat living, personal care, memory care, in-home services, and recovery-to-home services.Mary Haynes & Terry Meiners chat about Nazareth's mission as the boomer generation ages through golden years.

With America's AI boom accelerating, a new question emerges: Who should help pay for the infrastructure needed to power it?New research has found that a majority of voters support a “Ratepayer Protection Pledge,” which will require U.S. tech companies to help cover the costs associated with powering AI and data centers while keeping electricity affordable for households.American Edge CEO Doug Kelly spoke with Terry Meiners about the need for and challanges from data centers gooing up across the U.S. 

Noted businessman, philanthropist, horse owner, and filmmaker Bruce Lunsford, 78, passed away over the weekend.His best buddy Ed Hart, who co-owned Kentucky Kingdom and Hart/Lunsford Pictures with Bruce and other investors, sat down with Terry Meiners on WHAS to share insights on Lunsford's ability to envision success, follow through, set higher goals, and charm the masses.

Former Louisville Deputy Mayor for Economic Development Pat Mulloy once worked as CEO for one of Bruce Lunsford's companies.Lunsford, 78, passed away a few days ago after a brief illness. Mulloy discusses Lunsford's life, legacy, and impact in this WHAS Radio conversation with Terry Meiners. 

Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin was bored at his Maine hideout, dodging an arrest warrant in Kentucky related to a child support support claim by his elderly son.Thinking he could become the new Timothy Chalamet, Mr. Bevin decided to reignite his notoriety on the silver screen...OK...the TV screen...as a sexy actor. Bevin sneaked into Paris, Kentucky to play the role of a Wise Man in the Hallmark Christmas movie STABLE LOVE.A giggling (totally non-political) woman called 911 and tipped off law enforcement that Bevin was in Kentucky. He was promptly arrested even before he could remove his movie makeup.Terry Meiners dissects the 911 call and has a strong feeling about its point of origin.

Jefferson County Family Court Judge Derwin Webb, a former University of Louisville basketball player for Denny Crum, chose UofL not just for sports but also for its law school.Derwin has written a children's book to tell his own story of being bussed to an all-white school where he took advanced placement classes but felt ignored. Then he's take the bus home to his mostly black neighborhood where he also felt he didn't quite feel accepted.It was a doubly tough life situation for a smart kid in Indianapolis who eventually made friends in both places.Jedge Webb discussed his book DUB, The Smart Kid with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio 

Joe Lowe and Coach Spike Martin from Bridges Beyond Boxing travelled to Louisville for WorldFest this Labor Day weekends. They're leading 12 young Irish boxers who are gaining life skills through the discipline, drive, and concentration required by the sweet science of sports.Joe and Coach Spike spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.bridgesbeyondborders.com

Businessman Denis Frankenberger raises concerns about a lack of financial reporting by the Louisville Arena Authority. He says taxpayers have spent about $450 million over the past 16 years but still owe almost all of the principle.In a WHAS Radio conversation with Terry Meiners, Mr. Frankenberger paints a rocky financial picture of the years ahead for Louisville's primary arena.website: billiondollarbasketball.com

16-year-old Dannady Greene was assassinated at a Louisville school bus stop for refusing to fight another girl.A boy and girl have been arrested. The boy is the alleged trigger puller. The girl had been squabbling with the other girl in previous encounters.Who raised this boy? If he is convicted, why should he ever be allowed to re-enter the community?Why does any society give softer treatment to "minors" who commit murder, attempted murder, rape, assault, carjacking, home invasion, or a litany of other nefarious crimes?Why does Louisville still not have a juvenile detention center? Hotels, businesses, homes, apartments, highways, and thousands of other infrastructure projects are completed in a year's time but the renovation of the local juvenile detention center just can't seem to be completed. Who is slow walking this necessity to keep Louisville safe?Terry Meiners of WHAS Radio has serious concerns for the safety of his hometown Louisville.

Danny Wimmer Presents brings Louisville two amazing multi-day concerts every September. Louder Than Life, America's largest hard rock concert series, returns to Louisville from September 17-20. The following week brings Bourbon and Beyond back to the Kentucky Expo Center.Danny Wimmer Presents GM Chamie McCurry joined Terry Meiners to spill all of the details.

This year's PNC Broadway in Louisville series of shows is incredible, launching in October with Jersey Boys and then Disney's The Lion King.Leslie Broecker, president of PNC Broadway in Louisville, runs through a full slate of magnificent shows for the new season with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners.website: louisville.broadway.com 

Lance Burton, who ruled Las Vegas for 30 years with his universally famous magic show, jumped on the radio with Terry Meiners to describe Friday's IT'S MAGIC! show at Louisville's Eifler Theater, 2117 Payne Street.Lance will be joined by Stephen Bargatze, David Garrard, Jimmy McKnight, Dinky Gowen & Adrienne Phoenix, Sidney Lee, Gideon Clark, Joanna Logsdon, and America's most charming emcee Cody Clark!Louisville Magic Club president Bret Sohl, along with Dinky & Adrienne, joined Terry Meiners in the WHAS studios to discuss this talent-loaded show.website: louisvillemagicclub.com

Leland Conway tells Terry Meiners the horrific story of Singer, an abused puppy left to die in a recycle bin. Passersby rescued the beaten and broken pup and vets are working to heal her from unspeakable abuse.Leland offers multiple ways for WHAS listeners to become part of the healing fund for Singer. Thank you so much for taking action to help this defenseless puppy.

In this segment, EVERYDAY EXTRAORDINARY author Maggie Harlow tells the story of a perceived nuisance that turns into a must have treasure. All it took was a look from a different angle.Maggie Harlow is an award winning keynote speaker and and leadership strategist. She has been recognized for transforming sales teams and executive leaders across multiple continents.Maggie joins Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.

Maria Gurren is the executive director of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Louisville project. Bill Shory is on the board. They visited Terry Meiners at WHAS to discuss Dolly's gift to young readers and solidify the plan to continue its reach following the loss of Dolly.

Louisville's Dave Moody has been a musician since his teen years. Now in his 50s, he's playing jam packed stadiums as a member of HAIRBALL, the world's greatest tribute to rock 'n roll hits.Dave joined Terry Meiners from his concert venue in Green Bay, Wisconsin ahead of his return home to the Kentucky State Fair on Friday, August 28.It's one of the wildest stage shows in the universe. DON'T MISS IT! 

Eric Measles, a U.S. Army veteran, and his wife Kathy visited with Terry Meiners at WHAS ahead of next week's American Legion convention. Mr. Measles represents California's executive committee for the American Legion.In the 1970s, he did a little work as a deejay in California.Enjoy your stay, folks!

A group of parishoners of Louisville's famous Catholic church Saint Boniface fear that the Archdiocese is planning to close their beloved parish.Dr Fred Williams and music director Bill Lincoln discussed an alternate plan to save St. Boniface on the Terry Meiners show.

Downtown Queen Rebecca Fleischaker updates WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners on all things downtown Louisville

There's a fresh chance to rappel down Louisville Slugger Museum this Saturday, August 29 to raise funds for noble programs Critically Loved and Camp Golden Wing.Details in this segment with Terry Meiners

Dr. Debra Clary's post graduate life began by delivering Frito-Lay products to stores. She tells WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners how her career grew exponentially, now assisting Fortune 500 leaders and business teams improve decision quality in the AI era by asking better questions, and measuring curiosity.Her one woman show A CURIOUS WOMAN - Two Truths & A Lie takes the stage September 12 at 7 PM in Louisville's legendary Actors Theatre.The show is a benefit for UP FOR WOMEN, a Louisville assistance project for homeless women. Executive director Lorena Hood joins the conversation to give full voice to UP's mission.

Retired WHAS radio and television host Van Vance, 89, tells Terry Meiners about his earliest radio days and how one man's decision to hire Van changed his life.From the Park City Flash basketball playing days to Van's Dancin' & Romancin' to Vanlon to Double Vees, Van Vance has weathered a sea of nutty co-workers throughout his career.Cheers to the voice of WHAS, University of Louiville sports, and Kentucky Colonels ABA basketball champions VANNNNNNNN VANCE!

Indiana Governor Mike Braun spoke with Terry Meiners about federal aid to Hoosiers affected by recent flooding devastation. He updates the various agencies tending to the needs of displaced citizens.Gov. Braun and Terry also spoke about President Trump's public statements touting the ousting of the Indiana state senate leader, and other insights from the governor's conversations with his friend Donald Trump.Also discussed: the timeline for getting the Chicago Bears to move to Hammond, Indiana; and if the #6 preseason ranking for the defending national champion Indiana University football team is disrespectful.photo: Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle

District Court Judge Karen Faulkner joined Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to discuss modern court practices, techniques, and opportunities to help citizens involved in legal proceedings.

Shawn Herbig, co-founder of Bluegrass Bitters, chats up Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio after winning MIXER OF THE YEAR honors at the New Orleans Spirits Competition.Shawn makes a few suggestions for clever drink creations to do at home.

Author, leadership strategist, and all around good soul Maggie Harlow visited Terry Meiners to help listeners grasp daily serenity through the capture of personal time.It's a great listen.

Actors Theatre of Louisville managing director Emily Tarquin and artistic director Amelia Acosta Powell tell Terry Meiners about the incredible array of talent appearing on their stage this fall.Colman Domingo, a Shelock Holmes mystery, a Halloween treat called Dead as a Dodo, and A Christmas Carol will all appear at Louisville's theatrical mother ship Actors Theatre.

The Totally Tubular Festival is Friday, August 14 at Iroquois Ampitheater featuring Thomas Dolby, Flock of Seagulls, Men Without Hats, Animotion, Tommy Tutone, The Producers, and The Escape Clue.Men Without Hats lead singer Ivan Doroschuk spoke with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners about the "all killer, no filler" theme of the festival...HITS ONLY! Plus, Ivan discusses the creation of The Safety Dance song, and the I Love the 80s hit from a recent album.festival site: iroquoisampitheater.com/totally-tubular-festival-2026/

Comedian Alex Reymundo (HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime) has opened NUMBER JUAN TEQUILA presents Mr. G's Comedy Spot at 10432 Shelbyville Road in Middletown.There's a terrific roster of comedy talent scheduled. Plus, there is NO DRINK MINIMUM and plenty of free parking!Alex and Terry Meiners (along with club co-owner Brian) talked about the offerings available at Louisville Comedy Spot. Click the listen link.website: louisvillecomedyspot.com

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and project executive Layla George joined Terry Meiners to discuss the dazzling new vision for a reimagined Belvedere in downtown.The project will begin with a bolstering of the 1,900 space parking garage that Mayor Greenberg says "looks like Mammoth Cave" with so many ceiling cracks and leaking water issues. Then the full redo of the Belvedere is expected to be fully finished by Derby time in 2030.Layla George discusses design elements, the creative process, and the outreach to local philanthropies to help fully fund the project.

Two years from now Louisville will host The Solheim Cup, the women's team match-play golf tournament featuring the top 12 players from the United States versus Europe's team. That'll be at Valhalla Golf Club in September 2028.The 2026 Solheim Cup is a few weeks away and Team USA's captain is LPGA star Angela Standford, a Texas native whose resume is stuffed with tour and tournament victories.Angela spoke with Terry Meiners about captaincy strategies and preparation for this year's international battle setting up in the Netherlands.Tickets for Louisville's Solheim Cup tournament go on sale in September 2026current tournament site: SolheimCup2026.golf

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

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.

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.

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

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....