Summary of KSR Podcast Episode: April 3, 2025 - Hour 1

Podcast Information:

• Title: KSR
• Host/Author: iHeartPodcasts and Sports Talk 790 (WKRD-AM)
• Description: Matt Jones and the KSR crew bring you the latest in UK news and views Mon.-Fri. from 10 to noon.
• Episode: 2025-04-03- KSR - Hour 1
• Release Date: April 3, 2025

1. Severe Weather Impact on Kentucky

The episode opens with an extensive discussion on the severe tornadoes that struck Kentucky the previous night, causing widespread damage and power outages across the state.

• Host Matt Jones initiates the conversation by highlighting the extent of the tornado damage:

  “Guys, rough night across our state last night. I mean, it was, it was awful. [...] There was tornado warnings all across our state.” ([02:07])

• Ryan Lemon shares his personal experience of receiving multiple tornado warnings:

  “I was trying to catch up this morning. [...] It was a crazy night.” ([02:53])

• Shannon the Dude emphasizes the challenges faced by those living near fire departments during tornado alerts:

  “When it's a tornado that's coming through, those sirens go off, and they are so loud. I feel like I've got a siren that's going off for an hour straight.” ([03:40])

• The team commends local meteorologists for their crucial role in alerting the public:

  “On the air, called his wife and daughter alive on the air. Tell him to get shelter now.” ([06:35])

• Matt Jones underscores the importance of AM radio during such emergencies:

  “That's when they say, man, that's why AM radio so important. You got your battery-powered AM radio to keep up with weather reports.” ([07:36])

2. Sports Updates

a. Keeneland Postponement and UK Baseball

Due to the ongoing severe weather, Keeneland's Opening Day has been postponed from Friday to Sunday, marking an unprecedented move:

“They just kind of really kind of emphasizes how bad the weather is in this area over the next couple days.” ([08:24])

UK Baseball is also affected, with games against Ole Miss scheduled from Thursday to Saturday potentially facing delays:

“It's a Thursday through Saturday series. You know, I don't know if they're going to get any of those games in any of them.” ([08:59])

b. UK Women's Gymnastics

The UK women's gymnastics team is set to open their NCAA tournament, with plans for a watch party at KS Bar and Grill:

“The UK women's gymnastics team opens up playing the NCAA tournament today at 1. We're going to have it on the big screen.” ([10:52])

3. Spring Football and Transfer Portal Insights

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to UK Spring Football updates and the ongoing transfer portal activities.

• Ryan Lemon provides insights from attending open practices:

  “I saw Zach Calzada for the first time in person, I got to see him throw it a little bit. [...] The new receiver Kendrick Law, I think he's going to pan out to be pretty well.” ([16:00])

• The hosts discuss the influx of potential recruits, highlighting Yaxel Lindenberg from UAB as a top target:

  “He is a giant. He's listed at 6, 8, 3, 220. He's going to be a big part of that line.” ([18:12])

• Matt Jones raises concerns about the transfer portal's impact and the Cassidy Rowe controversy:

  “The Cassidy Row thing is not going away. I think Matt was really surprised yesterday when I told him yesterday. Man, that's still what people are talking about around town.” ([30:12])

• Listener Calls focus on the Cassidy Rowe situation, debating the fairness and implications of coaching decisions:

  Caller 1: “It's very hypocritical and nobody deserves a spot on a team because of where they were born or where they're from.” ([28:27])

  Matt Jones: “But in this instance, it seems to matter where she's from.” ([29:39])

• The hosts emphasize the importance of building a strong roster irrespective of players' origins:

  Shannon the Dude: “His responsibility is put together the roster with the best players that he possibly can, regardless of where they're from.” ([31:37])

4. Community Engagement and Listener Shoutouts

The episode fosters community interaction through listener calls and shoutouts:

• Ann from Estell County, a centenarian and loyal listener, is given a heartfelt get-well wish:

  “We want to give a get well shout out to our friend Ann from Estell County. Ann may be our oldest listener.” ([34:04])

• Listener Callers express their opinions on team dynamics and coaching decisions, particularly regarding Cassidy Rowe's transfer:

  Caller 2: “I completely understand what coach Brooks has done. It's his team. It's his decision to make.” ([33:22])

5. Host Announcements and Personal Segments

• Matt Jones shares personal updates about his fellowship in Amsterdam, adding a personal touch to the episode:

  “Matt is off and then on his way to Amsterdam. He may be in Amsterdam as we speak right now, probably there on his fellowship.” ([01:32])

• The hosts casually discuss Matt's musical selections and Liam's role in the show, adding humor and camaraderie:

  Matt Jones: “This is one of my favorite songs ever. [...] It was on the friend soundtrack.” ([14:43])

6. Promotional Segments (Excluded from Summary)

While the transcript includes multiple promotional segments for Bone Valley Season 2, Comedy Off Broadway, and Shady Rays, these have been excluded from the summary as per the instructions to focus solely on content-rich sections.

Notable Quotes:

• Matt Jones on Tornado Impact:

  “Guys, rough night across our state last night. I mean, it was, it was awful.” ([02:07])

• Shannon the Dude on Meteorologists:

  “He's not making him look good. [...] They can definitely tell you what it's doing right now and say maybe save your life.” ([06:35])

• Ryan Lemon on Transfer Portal:

  “Yaxel could be the best guy in the portal overall. Could be one of the top five players in the portal.” ([39:08])

• Listener on Team Decisions:

  “Nobody deserves a spot on a team because of where they were born or where they're from.” ([28:27])

This episode of KSR delves deep into the challenges faced by Kentucky amidst severe weather, provides comprehensive updates on spring sports including football and baseball, navigates the complexities of the transfer portal with a focus on team dynamics, and engages the community through listener interactions. The hosts balance serious discussions with personal anecdotes, fostering a relatable and informative environment for their audience.