KSR Podcast Episode Summary: Hour 2 (May 12, 2025)

Hosts: Matt Jones and the KSR Crew
Release Date: May 12, 2025
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes

1. University of Kentucky Sports Roundup

The episode kicks off with an enthusiastic discussion about the University of Kentucky's (UK) recent performances across various sports teams. The hosts delve into the successes of the UK baseball, softball, and volleyball programs, highlighting their consistent appearances in postseason tournaments.

• Baseball Team:

  • The hosts express optimism about the UK baseball team's chances in the upcoming tournament, acknowledging that although the team had a challenging season, victories against strong opponents like Tennessee have kept their hopes alive.
  • Billy Rutledge remarks, "[...] they are pretty much close because they are playing South Carolina next weekend. They probably don't even have to win that series. Vandy, who's not very good." ([05:02])

• Softball Team:

  • Celebrating the UK women's softball team, the hosts congratulate Rachel Lawson and her squad for making the tournament for the 15th consecutive year.
  • Ryan Lemon adds, "The UK women's softball team made the tournament for the 15th straight year. They will play in the Clemson play Northwestern Regional." ([05:35])

• Volleyball Program:

  • Similar success is noted in the volleyball program, with Matt Jones stating, "The softball program and the volleyball program... they just make the tournament and do so well in the postseason. They're both just succeeding." ([05:35])

2. Reflections on Sports Movies and Personal Experiences

Transitioning from sports updates, the conversation shifts to discussing popular sports movies and their real-life counterparts.

• "The Blind Side" vs. the Book:

  • The hosts compare the movie adaptation of "The Blind Side" to the original book, emphasizing discrepancies between the two.
  • Ryan Lemon explains, "The book is about college football recruiting and left tackles... they use Michael Oher as like an example, but it's not the centerpiece of the book." ([13:08])
  • Matt Jones adds, "He sued the Tuohys because they kept money from him from the proceeds they made from the movie." ([14:14])

• "Moneyball" Comparison:

  • A brief mention of "Moneyball" highlights differences between its literary and cinematic versions.
  • Ryan Lemon notes, "The book is about the A's, but it's more about analytics and numbers... It's more of almost an analytical book that they then turned into the movie." ([14:21])

3. Listener Call-In: Relationships and Age Gaps

The podcast features engaging listener interactions, particularly focusing on unconventional relationships characterized by significant age differences.

• Caller "Peanut":

  • Peanut shares his experience with dating older women, sparking a humorous and insightful conversation about age disparities in relationships.
  • Ryan Lemon humorously summarizes, "We only had Six callers. There's been huge age gaps in three of the six relationships." ([26:30])

• Caller "Dusty":

  • Dusty, a 65-year-old, discusses his long-term marriage and past relationships with various age gaps.
  • Ryan Lemon responds warmly, "So you're still dating her? No, no, we're married. Been married over 20 years." ([42:58])

4. Archery Tournament Highlights

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the Mass Archer Tournament held in Louisville, featuring a substantial participation of 15,000 archers.

• Tournament Overview:

  • Caller "Mark" provides details about the archery event, highlighting its scale and importance.
  • Ryan Lemon expresses interest in attending future tournaments, stating, "I'd love to try to go out there. I think that would be fun." ([32:38])

• UK's Archery Programs:

  • The hosts discuss the prominence of archery programs in Kentucky high schools, noting specific counties and schools that excel.
  • Matt Jones mentions, "I think Pulaski County... they're like the UK of high school archery in Kentucky." ([34:00])

5. Celtics vs. Knicks Game Preview

The hosts shift focus to the impending Celtics versus Knicks NBA game, analyzing team performances and making predictions.

• Game Stakes:

  • Matt Jones emphasizes the importance of the game for the Knicks' playoff aspirations, "They've got to get this one if they want to stay in the playoff hunt." ([35:01])

• Betting Insights:

  • Ryan Lemon encourages listeners to engage with the game through DraftKings, using promotions and sharing his prediction.
  • Ryan Lemon states, "Use a promo code. KSR. They have all kinds of prop bets for this game tonight." ([34:56])

• Prediction and Fan Sentiments:

  • The hosts and listeners weigh in on the potential outcomes, with opinions divided between a Celtics win and Knicks' resilience.
  • Shannon 'The Dude' conveys, "I am going with the Knicks. Celtics win the series, but I think the Knicks get one more game." ([35:09])

6. Personal Anecdotes: Dating in the Public Eye

Ryan Lemon shares personal stories about dating while being a public figure, highlighting the challenges and humorous aspects.

• Ping Pong Date Story:

  • Ryan Lemon recounts a date where the topic of outperforming his date in ping pong became public, leading to unintended relationship friction.
  • "We went on our first date, and I liked her. She was fun... I debated among myself, do I beat her or not at ping pong?" ([38:16])

• Impact of Public Conversations:

  • The discussion underscores the difficulties of maintaining personal relationships when personal anecdotes become part of public discourse.
  • Ryan Lemon admits, "I've completely stopped after that." ([39:03])

7. Future Plans and Engagements

The conversation humorously speculates about future engagements and weddings among the hosts, blending personal anecdotes with playful banter.

• Wedding Discussions:

  • Ryan Lemon and Matt Jones joke about potential future weddings, with preferences ranging from destination weddings in Gatlinburg to intimate ceremonies.
  • Ryan Lemon muses, "Gatlinburg... It's gonna be Gatlinburg." ([31:28])

• Host Interactions:

  • The hosts engage in light-hearted teasing about each other's relationship statuses and future prospects.
  • Shannon 'The Dude' chimes in, "If you had never talked about ping pong, who knows what could have happened with that woman. You might be married now." ([40:16])

8. Conclusion and Final Remarks

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on the day's conversations, listener interactions, and tease upcoming events.

• Upcoming Appearances:

  • Matt Jones mentions his role as the on-field announcer for the Legends game, while Ryan Lemon talks about hosting trivia nights.

• Final Listener Q&A:

  • The hosts encourage ongoing listener engagement, addressing phones and sharing personal stories to connect with their audience.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Billy Rutledge on Baseball Team:
  "[...] They probably don't even have to win that series. Vandy, who's not very good." ([05:02])

• Ryan Lemon on Softball Team:
  "The UK women's softball team made the tournament for the 15th straight year." ([05:35])

• Ryan Lemon on "The Blind Side" Book vs. Movie:
  "The book is about college football recruiting and left tackles... it’s not really about that." ([13:08])

• Ryan Lemon on Age-Gap Relationships:
  "There's been huge age gaps in three of the six relationships." ([26:30])

• Ryan Lemon on Archery Tournament:
  "I'd love to try to go out there. I think that would be fun." ([32:38])

• Matt Jones on Archery Programs:
  "I think Pulaski County... they're like the UK of high school archery in Kentucky." ([34:00])

• Shannon 'The Dude' on Celtics vs. Knicks:
  "I am going with the Knicks. Celtics win the series, but I think the Knicks get one more game." ([35:09])

• Ryan Lemon on Ping Pong Date:
  "I debated among myself, do I beat her or not at ping pong?" ([38:16])

• Ryan Lemon on Potential Weddings:
  "Gatlinburg... It's gonna be Gatlinburg." ([31:28])

This episode of KSR provided a blend of sports analysis, personal anecdotes, and lively listener interactions, offering listeners an engaging and multifaceted experience. From celebrating UK sports achievements to humorous takes on personal relationships, the hosts maintained a dynamic and relatable dialogue throughout the hour.