The Sports History Now podcast with host Randy Mills welcomes former Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, James C. (Jim) Duff, whose distinguished career of service in Washington, D.C., began during his undergraduate years at the University of Kentucky. Tune in as Jim shares his fond memories of playing basketball for Kentucky as a member of the undefeated 1971–’72 Freshman “Super Kittens,” alongside Kentucky teammates Kevin Grevey, Jimmy Dan Conner, Mike Flynn, Bob Guyette, Jerry Hale, GJ Smith and Steve Lochmueller in a remarkable class that finished 22-0. Join Randy and Jim for a heartfelt journey through Kentucky basketball, lifelong friendships, family, service, and the enduring impact of the University of Kentucky.

The Sports History Now podcast with host Randy Mills welcomes basketball legend Darel Carrier—perhaps the game's greatest three-point shooting marksman, a 3-time ABA All-Star, Western Kentucky University All-American, and 3-time Bristow High School First Team Kentucky All-State selection. Tune in as Darel shares his remarkable journey from a western Kentucky farm boy to becoming one of the ABA's most prolific scorers and long-range shooters.

In Episode #23 of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills sits down with seven-time Kentucky Sportswriter of the Year Larry Vaught for a fascinating conversation about his remarkable career covering sports across the Commonwealth for more than five decades.

In Episode 22 of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills sits down with Dave Fraley to share his journey from an Eastern Kentucky coal camp to a remarkable Hall of Fame coaching career. In 1986, Coach Fraley led his Pulaski County Maroons to the pinnacle of Kentucky high school basketball with a memorable run to the ‘Sweet 16’ State Championship.

In episode #21 of Sports History Now host Randy Mills sits down with Hall of Fame Coach Roy Bowling and members of the legendary Laurel County Lady Cardinals teams of 1977, ’78, and ’79. Together, they revisit one of the most dominant three-year runs in Kentucky high school basketball history, sharing stories, memories, and behind-the-scenes insight into a dynasty that defined an era.

In Episode #20 of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills talks with Russ Chadwell about his remarkable basketball career. Chadwell reflects on earning All-State honors and winning the 1987 Kentucky High School Athletic Association State Championship at Clay County High School. He also shares insights from his time at Georgetown College, where he led the Tigers to two NAIA Final Four appearances and was twice named an All-American.

In Episode #19 of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills sits down with Hall of Fame journalist Mike Fields for a compelling look back at over four decades of Kentucky high school sports. Drawing from his years covering the action for the Lexington Herald-Leader, Mike shares firsthand stories of the legendary coaches, unforgettable teams, and standout athletes who helped shape the state’s rich sports tradition. 

In this episode of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills sits down with Ernie Lewis—one of Kentucky’s all-time most skilled and flamboyant multi-sport athletes. From leading Elizabethtown High School to state championships in football and baseball to turning down Alabama and Notre Dame to play quarterback for Coach John Ray at the University of Kentucky, Ernie’s story is one of talent, dedication, and loyalty.

In this episode of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills talks with Jason Booher, a survivor of the 1988 Carrollton Bus Crash. Jason shares how that tragedy shaped his life, from playing in the Kentucky High School State Tournament at North Hardin to coaching Shelby Valley to the 2010 “Sweet 16” State Championship. He also reflects on his completion of the Abbott World Marathon Majors in his quest to honor and bring awareness to the 27 lives lost in the crash.

In episode #16 of Sports History Now, host Randy Mills sits down with the legendary “Super 6” of the remarkable Edmonson County Wildcats squad who captured the 1976 Kentucky State Basketball Championship at Louisville’s Freedom Hall. Led by colorful, Hall of Fame coach Bowman 'Bo' Davenport, the 1976 Edmonson County team will forever be recognized as the “boys who saved the Kentucky High School Sweet Sixteen.”