KSR Podcast Summary – Hour 2 (November 26, 2025)
Overview
In this lively episode of Kentucky Sports Radio (KSR), Matt Jones, Ryan Lemon, Shannon, and Drew broadcast live from Don Franklin Ford in Columbia, Kentucky. The hour blends Kentucky sports news and views with the crew's classic humor, listener calls, and spirited debate on campus controversies, upcoming games, and even Thanksgiving potluck etiquette. The show is colored by fan interaction, regional trivia, and speculation about the future of UK football and basketball as the holidays and rivalries approach.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Local Legends & Columbia, Kentucky (03:14–04:26)
- Athletes and Celebrities: The crew discusses notable figures from Adair County and Columbia, including Steve Hamilton (former Yankee), Connor Lloyd (South Alabama basketball), famous magician Lance Burton, and golfer Chase Carpenter.
- Quote (Ryan Lemon, 03:51): "The best athlete I can think of is Steve Hamilton... and if it's Lance Burton..."
- Friendly local banter sets the tone, highlighting community pride.
Campbell Soup Controversy: “3D Printed Chicken” (04:27–08:01)
- Allegations Surface: Matt recounts reports that a high-ranking Campbell Soup executive was caught on tape calling Campbell's consumers "poor" and stating they’d never eat the company's chicken—claiming it comes from a “3D printer.”
- Quote (Matt, 04:49): "He was recorded... saying two things. One, everybody that eats Campbell's soup is poor. And then number two...I would never eat our chicken. It comes from a 3D printer."
- Panel Reaction: Widespread disgust and incredulity.
- Quote (Shannon, 06:00): “Maybe it's not even really food. I think that's the last time I probably eat that.”
- Nostalgia and Skepticism: Panel members share their childhood memories of Campbell’s during illness but admit to suspicions over its contents.
Thanksgiving Potluck Fiasco (07:11–09:36)
- Shannon’s “Effort”: Shannon admits to bringing a single unopened can of green beans to the iHeart Thanksgiving potluck, prompting ridicule.
- Quote (Matt, 08:18): “I would argue that bringing nothing...is better than bringing an unopened...can green...What are they supposed to even do with it?”
- Quote (Shannon, 08:42): “I was actually doing everybody a favor. You should be thanking me. I’m really a hero.”
- Comic Relief & Group Dynamics: Lighthearted shaming and ribbing build camaraderie on air.
Arizona State Underage Drinking Bust (09:42–11:49)
- 250 Students Arrested: Matt shares the story of a major underage drinking bust at an ASU bar, marveling at the logistics.
- Quote (Matt, 09:56): “They arrested 249 students at once for...drinking underage.”
- Panel Reaction: Sympathy for the students and awe at the scale of the police operation, with jokes about the bouncer's negligence.
Louisville Week, Stoops, and the “Cutter Bowley Saga” (11:50–18:08)
- Vince Marrow’s Departure: A caller insists, “Vince Marrow is dead to me” for aligning with Louisville and predicts a low-energy rivalry crowd.
- Quote (Caller, 11:56): “You can't go to Louisville.”
- Coach Mark Stoops Under Scrutiny: Speculation swirls about Stoops' public comments on quarterback Cutter Bowley’s status.
- Quote (Matt, 14:51): “I think he was very, very likely back, but maybe some people didn't like putting those words into his mouth.”
- Concerns raised about transparency, pressure on Bowley, and Stoops' motivations.
- Potential Fallout: Drew and Matt warn if Bowley transfers but Stoops stays, fan unrest will be severe.
- Quote (Matt, 17:05): “The worst possible scenario for UK football I could imagine is Mark Stoops coming back and Cutter Bowley transferring.”
Legal Debate: Misinformation in Politics (21:20–25:34)
- Tennessee Flyer Scandal: Matt describes a campaign flyer that misleads voters about the correct election date, sparking a spirited legal and ethical debate.
- Quote (Shannon, 23:26): “It should be legal. That’s called gamesmanship. If you don’t know when election day is, that is on you for being a bad citizen.”
- Quote (Ryan Lemon, 24:04): “That’s election fraud. They’re trying to fraudulently, you know, create a situation where I think it’s the wrong date. That’s fraud.”
- Quote (Drew, 24:22): “If you can’t figure out election day on your own, I’d rather you not vote anyway.”
- Consensus: While opinions differ, Matt notes the distinction between generic misleading and impersonating opponents.
Basketball Roster & Fan Questions (26:04–28:03)
- Talk of Kentucky Basketball lineups: Callers ask about Andre Yitzch, Jaden Clayton, Jalen Lowe, and “Yellowbitch” (Nikola Jović’s progress).
- Drew predicts a breakthrough game for Yellowbitch and the squad discusses the value of depth and adaptability.
Ryan Lemon’s “Senator Text” Story (29:13–30:13)
- Classic Ryan Moment: Ryan recounts receiving a campaign text from Senator Mark Kelly, not realizing it’s a mass message.
- Quote (Matt, 29:13): “It was this text that said, ‘Hi, I’m Senator Mark Kelly...’ But the way Ryan said it acted like he thought he had literally just texted... his senator in Arizona.”
Lane Kiffin Coaching Speculation (30:24–33:32)
- Will Kiffin Leave Ole Miss?: Debate centers on whether Kiffin will bolt for LSU, and the panel discusses if he'd coach Ole Miss in the playoff if he accepted.
- Quote (Ryan Lemon, 31:58): “You made the bed, man. Now you got to lay in it.”
- Panel agrees Kiffin should see the playoff campaign through if he leaves.
- How Would Fans React?: Lively speculation on whether fans would cheer Kiffin (or Stoops) if a departure is announced before a playoff run.
Jesse James Lore & Local Legends (33:35–35:59)
- Caller’s Tale: A local shares that Jesse James once robbed a bank in Columbia and left a bullet hole in the wall.
- Quote (Caller, 33:54): “Jesse shot a hole in the wall, and for years, nobody patched that hole.”
- Discussion: The crew jokes about towns’ claims to historic figures and why we memorialize criminal acts.
The Stoops Debate: Playoff Potential and NIL Era (36:03–39:59)
- Caller Q: Is Stoops the guy?: The group weighs stoops’ record and if UK can ever reach the college football playoff with him.
- Quote (Matt, 38:41): “College football is a different sport today, completely different...I think Kentucky football... with the right guy you could build a program.”
- Quote (Drew, 39:41): “The door opened for teams a couple years ago and Vandy and Indiana jumped right in and we kicked around and we're still not where we need to be.”
- Changing Landscape: Matt argues that NIL has leveled the playing field, making it possible for more schools to compete if they adapt.
Picks, Predictions & Parlay (44:02–49:56)
- DraftKings Parlay Picks: The crew assembles their weekly parlay, banters about their previous picks, and juggles game selections including Tennessee, Clemson, Pitt, and Missouri.
- UK vs. Louisville Football: Each host predicts a UK win and speculates about the game’s emotional stakes, given recent turmoil for both teams.
- Quote (Matt, 49:00): “I think we could kill them and I think they could kill us. I think it’s all going to be a mindset in terms of who wants to be on there, who wants to win it.”
- Basketball Score Predictions: The show closes with forecasts for the UK basketball game and hopeful notes about both basketball and football programs.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On 3D Printed Chicken (Matt, 04:49): "I would never eat our chicken. It comes from a 3D printer."
- Shannon’s Potluck Logic (08:42): “I was actually doing everybody a favor. You should be thanking me. I’m really a hero.”
- Caller on Vince Marrow (11:56): “Vince Marrow is dead to me.”
- Matt on Stoops & Bowley (17:05): “The worst possible scenario for UK football I could imagine is Mark Stoops coming back and Cutter Bowley transferring.”
- Shannon on Political Tactics (23:26): "It should be legal. That’s called gamesmanship."
- Ryan’s Senator Kelly Text (29:13): “He shows me his phone, and he goes, ‘Look who just texted me.’”
- On NIL Impact (Matt, 39:59): “I think it's actually brought [programs] closer together. I think it's given people a chance that they wouldn't have had otherwise.”
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Campbell Soup scandal: 04:27–08:01
- Thanksgiving potluck story: 07:11–09:36
- ASU bar bust: 09:42–11:49
- UK Football/Louisville week & Cutter Bowley: 11:50–18:08
- Legal Flyer/Election Fraud Debate: 21:20–25:34
- Listener questions & basketball lineups: 26:04–28:03
- Ryan Lemon’s Senator text: 29:13–30:13
- Lane Kiffin to LSU?: 30:24–33:32
- Local Jesse James legend: 33:35–35:59
- Is Stoops the guy for UK?: 36:03–39:59
- Parlay picks & game predictions: 44:02–49:56
Tone and Style
- The episode features the signature KSRadio blend of sports expertise, humor, playful ribbing, and candid, sometimes irreverent, Kentucky-centric banter — balancing earnest fan talk with a dose of good-natured self-deprecation.