KSR (Kentucky Sports Radio) – January 13, 2026, Hour 2

Host: Matt Jones & the KSR Crew (Shannon, Franklin, with callers)
(Presented by Stockton Mortgage)

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This episode is a classic "Ask Anything Tuesday," where Matt Jones and the KSR team take calls from listeners on a variety of topics, focusing on Kentucky basketball and football news, roster changes, recruiting drama, and some fun diversions into Golden Globes winners, pop culture commentary, and memorable Kentucky legends. The show mixes lighthearted banter, sports analysis, and playful audience engagement in the typical KSR style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Recap and Listener Reactions to Vince Marrow's Appearance

Timestamp: 02:06–04:02

• The crew reacts to comments about Vince Marrow, a prominent football staffer, appearing earlier on the show.
• Matt emphasizes the uniqueness of having rivals drop in for interviews:
  "It's funny. It is and like you know Vince is. I appreciate him doing it..." (03:15)
• Matt reveals he’s tried to get the current UK staff on for fan introductions but had little luck so far.

Notable Quote

• Matt Jones (speaking about live radio):
  "That's why I love live radio. You don't know what the next thing is that's going to happen and it was good." (03:48)

2. Golden Globes Review & Generational Pop Culture Disconnect

Timestamp: 04:23–09:57

• The crew attempts to name winners and nominees of the Golden Globes; most named shows and movies are unfamiliar to the team, causing laughter and highlighting generational/pop culture gaps.
• They debate genre classifications (e.g., “The Bear” being labeled as a comedy).
• Matt recommends the reality show "Traitors" to Shannon, noting its appeal for fans of social deduction games.

Notable Quote

• Shannon (on new shows):
  "Bear's a comedy?" (07:31)
• Matt Jones (describing "Traitors"):
  "It's like Survivor, but it's in a castle and they vote people off and they... I think you would like." (08:56)

3. Jalen Lowe’s Shoulder Surgery & Its Implications for Kentucky Basketball

Timestamp: 10:25–12:40

• Callers discuss the timing and necessity of Jalen Lowe's surgery.
• Matt and Shannon agree it was inevitable due to recurring injuries, and that preserving his eligibility and health is paramount.
• Franklin notes the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) considerations for college athletes not likely headed to the NBA.

Notable Quotes

• Matt Jones:
  "He just wanted to try to play through it. I think after the third time he heard it he felt like he had to have the surgery." (11:04)
• Shannon:
  "A tough kid to play through that, knowing surgery was coming, still tried to tough it out and give us as much minutes as he could." (12:06)

4. Basketball Roster: Debating the Ideal “Four” for Mark Pope’s Offense

Timestamp: 12:43–16:17

• Listeners call in to debate which recent or historical Kentucky big men would best fit Coach Pope’s style—specifically a four who can pass and shoot.
• Names floated and discussed: Patrick Patterson, Terrence Jones, Eric Daniels, Derek Willis, Wenyen Gabriel, Kyle Wiltjer.
• The consensus: Patrick Patterson, due to his passing and newfound corner-three ability, would thrive in Pope’s system.

Notable Quotes

• Franklin:
  "Patrick Patterson would be great under Pope's offense. I like that call." (13:25)
• Matt Jones:
  "Patrick Patterson's really good. He would be perfect in this offense." (13:35)

5. Football Recruiting Drama & Transfer Portal Updates

Timestamp: 13:50–15:51

• Discussion of Kentucky’s pursuit for a top wide receiver and the challenges in the transfer portal.
• Noted players: DJ, Cam Miller, Gilmore, and new additions like the LSU transfer and a local standout from Sayre.
• The team is still missing a proven elite receiver but working on depth.

Notable Insight

• Matt on recruiting:
  "They don't have that elite wide receiver yet. I think that's a fair, fair thing to note." (14:50)

6. SEC Coaching Rankings, Rival Trolling, and Social Media Spats

Timestamp: 20:16–21:39

• The team discusses an SEC podcaster ("SEC Mike") ranking UK’s new coach Will Stein last in the league—Marrow retweeted it, suggesting rivalry pettiness continues.
• Matt suspects "real bad blood" remains with the new regime.

Memorable Moment

• Franklin:
  "He’s got a guy on there. He’s some Tennessee guy..." (20:54)

7. College Football National Title Game Parking Prices Outrage

Timestamp: 21:48–23:48

• Hard Rock Stadium parking for the national championship was up to $747, prompting outrage and comic brainstorming about carpooling logistics.
• Matt flatly refuses to pay those prices: "On principle, I'm not paying. I don't like paying the $30 a day at the airport in Cincinnati." (23:19)

8. Role-Playing a Kentucky Basketball Recruiting Pitch

Timestamp: 23:55–26:38

• In response to a caller’s suggestion, Shannon attempts (and fails hilariously) to roleplay as a Kentucky recruiter convincing a prospect to choose UK over Duke/North Carolina.
• The team jokes that after Shannon’s pitch the player would pick Duke.

Notable Quotes

• Matt Jones:
  "I think you literally have turned him into a Blue Devil." (26:12)

9. Media Literacy, Fans, and Public Figures

Timestamp: 27:13–32:46

• Responding to criticism for hosting Vince, the crew debates the purpose of sports radio (entertainment), humanizes rival coaches and media figures (Tom Crean, Dan Dakich), and discusses how social media can distort reality.
• Matt shares that people often criticize KSR without listening:
  "There’s this subsection of people on the Internet who love to complain about KSR, who do not listen to the show..." (27:36)

10. Small-Town Legends & Kentucky Lore

Timestamp: 32:48–34:50

• A caller asks about Muhammad Ali’s roots and recounts the Madisonville “Pigman” legend.
• The team is equal parts amused and baffled, keeping the show’s playful tone.

11. Additional Basketball Strategy and Player Analysis

Timestamp: 34:54–36:24

• Discussion of potential best past “four” for Coach Pope’s offense continues (Kyle Wiltjer gets a special mention).
• Analysis of player rotations, especially Aberdeen’s role in the absence of key guards, and the benefit of spacing for his performance.

12. Who Is the Most Famous but Mysterious Celebrity?

Timestamp: 38:55–41:44

• Spurred by a Golden Globes joke, Matt asks: Who is more famous than Leonardo DiCaprio but whose personality and life remain a total mystery?
• Eddie Murphy is floated as a comparable example. The consensus: DiCaprio is perhaps the most famous yet enigmatic celebrity in America.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments with Timestamps

• "That's why I love live radio. You don't know what the next thing is that's going to happen and it was good." – Matt Jones (03:48)
• "Bear's a comedy?" – Shannon (07:31)
• "He's probably not an NBA player. So if he gets two more years of college..." – Matt Jones (12:31)
• "Patrick Patterson's really good. He would be perfect in this offense." – Matt Jones (13:35)
• "On principle, I'm not paying. I don't like paying the $30 a day at the airport in Cincinnati." – Matt Jones (23:19)
• "I think you literally have turned him into a Blue Devil." – Matt Jones (26:12)
• "There’s this subsection of people on the Internet who love to complain about KSR, who do not listen to the show..." – Matt Jones (27:36)
• "He’s probably the most famous person we don’t know anything about." – Matt Jones, on Leonardo DiCaprio (41:45)

Highlighted Timestamps for Major Segments

• Vince Marrow reactions & recruiting guest segment: 02:06–04:02
• Golden Globes pop culture discussion: 04:23–09:57
• Jalen Lowe injury and impact: 10:25–12:40
• Banter on "ideal UK forwards" for Pope: 12:43–16:17, continued 19:34–20:05
• Football recruiting and portal updates: 13:50–15:51
• SEC coach ranking and rivalry: 20:16–21:39
• $747 college football parking outrage: 21:48–23:48
• Roleplaying the Kentucky recruiting pitch: 23:55–26:38
• Media criticism/celebrity humanity segment: 27:13–32:46
• Listener legends: Pigman and Ali's mom: 32:48–34:50
• Who is most famous but unknown? 38:55–41:44

Tone and Atmosphere

• Conversational, playful, deeply Kentucky-centric
• Quick-witted jokes, ribbing among co-hosts, and willingness to tackle both heavy sports talk and offbeat local curiosity (Pigman!)
• Listeners/callers are engaged, educate and challenge the hosts, and add to the friendly, communal feel

For Listeners Who Missed the Show

This KSR hour is a blend of sports analysis, charming banter, audience participation, and slices of Kentucky life—perfectly representing why KSR is beloved radio. If you want takes on Kentucky basketball and football, pop culture confusion (and recommendations), and some Kentucky-flavored storytelling, it’s a can’t-miss hour.

Skip if: You’re looking for in-depth Xs and Os, hard news, or minimal tangents—the fun is in the diverse array of topics and personalities.

End of Hour 2 summary.