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Coaching Women and Breaking Records - Kenny and Kendyl Brooks
May 4, 2026
50m 04s
The Odds, the Horses and the Stories Behind Them - Todd Schrupp
Apr 27, 2026
57m 06s
Keeneland Chaos & Derby Dreams
Apr 20, 2026
48m 14s
Stories, Sweet Treats, and More
Apr 13, 2026
49m 44s
Managing the News Chaos - Jennifer Smith
Apr 6, 2026
49m 34s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/4/26 | ![]() Coaching Women and Breaking Records - Kenny and Kendyl Brooks✨ | women's basketballfamily dynamics+3 | Kenny BrooksKendyl Brooks | UK Women's Basketball | — | Kenny BrooksKendyl Brooks+3 | — | 50m 04s | |
| 4/27/26 | ![]() The Odds, the Horses and the Stories Behind Them - Todd Schrupp✨ | Kentucky Derbyhorse racing+3 | Todd Schrupp | LEX 18 | — | Kentucky DerbyTodd Schrupp+3 | — | 57m 06s | |
| 4/20/26 | ![]() Keeneland Chaos & Derby Dreams✨ | KeenelandDerby preparation+3 | Annie Brown | LEX 18 | — | KeenelandDerby+3 | — | 48m 14s | |
| 4/13/26 | ![]() Stories, Sweet Treats, and More✨ | Easterfamily+3 | — | — | — | Easterfamily+3 | — | 49m 44s | |
| 4/6/26 | ![]() Managing the News Chaos - Jennifer Smith✨ | news managementmedia acquisition+3 | Jennifer Smith | LEX 18Scripps News Group+1 | — | news chaosemployee first+3 | — | 49m 34s | |
| 3/30/26 | ![]() The Life and Times of 1978 Champ - Jack "Goose" Givens✨ | basketballUniversity of Kentucky+3 | — | University of Kentucky | — | Jack Givensbasketball+3 | — | 57m 05s | |
| 3/23/26 | ![]() Life of a Photographer and Movie Buff - Lindsey Smart✨ | photographyHollywood+3 | Lindsey Smart | LEX 18 | — | photographermovie buff+4 | — | 1h 09m 29s | |
| 3/16/26 | ![]() The Start of Spring and LEX 18's Busiest Season✨ | springtravel+3 | — | LEX 18 | — | springLEX 18+3 | — | 58m 49s | |
| 3/9/26 | ![]() Bleeding Kentucky Blue for LEX 18 - Keith Farmer✨ | sports reportingKentucky+4 | Keith Farmer | LEX 18 | KentuckyKentucky | Keith Farmersports reporting+5 | — | 51m 43s | |
| 3/2/26 | ![]() Chief Meteorologist Bill Meck’s journey to LEX 18✨ | meteorologylocal news+4 | Bill Meck | LEX 18 | Chicago | Bill MeckLEX 18+5 | — | 1h 11m 29s | |
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| 2/23/26 | ![]() Celebrating One of Kentucky's Gross Mysteries✨ | Kentucky Meat Showerfestival+3 | Ian Corbin | — | KentuckyBath County | KentuckyMeat Shower+4 | — | 54m 17s | |
| 2/16/26 | ![]() Relentlessly Chasing His Passion - Tom Hammond | From horse racing to the Olympics, Tom Hammond has become a legend in Lexington for sports commentating. Seizing the moment and taking a chance on himself lead to his career where he got to cover moments like Usain Bolt's record breaking run in the World Championship in 2011. Hear stories of his career on this week's episode. | 1h 00m 13s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | ![]() Dating Secrets Revealed with Audrey Lorraine | It's the Season of Love here on Hot Mic and our hosts have brought in Audrey Lorraine, a dating coach with Emlovz, to talk about the dating scene, what it is like being a dating coach and some of her hot takes of dating. | 49m 30s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | ![]() Winter, Habits, Throwbacks and More | Join us this week to talk about a variety of topics from the recent winter storm to throwbacks to their college days, even hear about Evelyn's first time on TV. | 47m 14s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | ![]() Bourbon, Horses & Hospitality - Why Lexington Wins Hearts | VisitLEX President Mary Quinn Ramer takes us beyond the iconic bourbon and thoroughbreds to reveal the hidden gems that make Lexington unforgettable. From vibrant murals and world‑class restaurants to kayaking the Kentucky River, find out why Lexington was named America's most tourist-friendly city — and why your next trip should be to the Bluegrass. | 42m 43s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | ![]() Embracing Love, Peace, and Respect - Mario J. Radford | Mario J. Radford joins us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to talk about being a preacher, the Chairman of the 2026 Unity Celebration, a musician, and more. Hear about what inspires him to be more than just a preacher and how he approaches preaching and connection in a politically active climate in this week's Hot Mic. | 47m 59s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | ![]() Living it Up with Larry Smith | Larry Smith has lived life to the fullest with enough stories to fill a book, but too many for just one podcast episode. Hear a few of those stories including how he met his wife and about how he believes that everyday is a celebration on this week's Hot Mic. | 45m 43s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | ![]() Positively Ringing in the New Year | Hear about Evelyn and Megan's favorite stories that they have done from 2025, how their holiday celebrations went, and how they are approaching the New Year in our first episode of 2026. | 36m 55s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | ![]() Behind the Mic & the Beard - Jack Pattie | Lexington radio legend Jack Pattie joins Hot Mic to wrap up 2025. After 50 years on Lexington's News Talk WVLK, hear how he stumbled into his first radio job as a teen, the celebrity encounters that stand out, how he’s seen the industry change, and why he treasures his role as one of Lexington’s favorite Santas. | 59m 10s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | ![]() A Sit-Down With Santa | This week on Hot Mic, Evelyn and Megan are joined by a very special guest: Santa! Hear from the jolly guy himself as we wish you a very merry Christmas! | 7m 06s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | ![]() From Cakes in Louisville to Football in Lexington | Breaking news might have Will Stein in the spotlight but Hot Mic brings the story a little closer to home with Stein's Mother and Aunt, Debbie Stein and Blakey Martin, with their bakery right here in Kentucky. Hear more about Sissy Cakes and the inside scoop on Stein and his childhood right here on Hot Mic. | 46m 41s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | ![]() Let The Christmas Vibes Begin | As Thanksgiving wraps up and the Christmas season begins Megan and Evelyn are getting ready for the holidays with what they are excited for, gift ideas for the viewers, and Christmas Trivia. | 47m 05s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | ![]() From Bus Duty to the Capitol - Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman | Kentucky Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman joins Megan and Evelyn on “Hot Mic” to discuss her journey from rural Mercer County teacher and basketball coach to serving in the state’s second-highest office. She talks about her family, work in public service, holiday traditions, and the issues she’s focused on as lieutenant governor. From challenges to bright spots, she reflects on where the state is headed and the moments that keep her motivated. | 43m 27s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | ![]() Small Moments, Big Impact - Big Brothers Big Sisters - Meredith Watts | This Thanksgiving week, Hot Mic is giving thanks for mentorship, community, and the joy of connection. Meredith Watts from Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass joins Megan and Evelyn to talk parenting, small-town life, and the ripple effect of being a positive role model. Hear incredible “Big” and “Little” stories, why the organization’s need for funding is urgent, and how you can help — even with just an hour a week.To give: https://www.bbbs-bluegrass.org/give | 48m 38s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | ![]() Girl Power and Gameday - Sierra Newton | LEX 18 sports reporter Sierra Newton joins Evelyn and Megan for a lively chat about chasing stories in Kentucky’s busiest sports season, from football sidelines to basketball pressers. Sierra opens up about breaking into broadcasting, her love for women’s sports, star‑studded red carpet moments, and why WNBA mascot Ellie the Elephant has her heart. | 55m 16s | ||||||
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1 placement across 1 market.
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