Nothing is going right for the University of Kentucky fan base. Mark Pope whiffed at all of the premium transfer portal talent. Will Stein is a U of Smell Cardinal spy. Governor Andy "Brashear" is also dogging the Wildcats. 

More bad news today: The Beasman just learned that Papa John is switching back to loving the filthy Cardinal birds and he's bringing his fat, garlic butter soaked wallet with him to help U of Smell pay all of their NIL bills.

Ain't nothing but a sad, sad time to be a loyal Kentucky Wildcats fan. The Beasman is already booking a hotel at the N.I.T., and only for the first night!

Ever since Simon Bird took over the head coach job at LOU CITY FC, the boys in purple have been on a 6-1-1 roll, including a win over MLS franchise Austin.

Coach Bird discusses his leadership style, the team's momentum, and the next grueling road trip to follow this Saturday's home battle vs. Fort Wayne.

Louisville artist Jacob Heustis stopped by WHAS Radio to chat about his pop up show that opens this Friday on Rowan Street (near 13th and Main)

He describes his process and the various phases of artistic growth through life's changes.

Walden School and Stage One Family Theatre grad Emma Pfitzer Price jumped back onto WHAS Radio with Terry Meiners to update her life. She currently appears as Dr. Hannah Clark on "DOC" (2025, Fox TV) and has many other prominent roles on stage and screen.

Emma is coming home to help Walden School celebrate it's 50th anniversary. Congrats to Emma as her star keeps rising!

Acclaimed author Hampton Sides will take part in the Kentucky Author Forum on May 7 at the Kentucky Center. He'll be interviewed onstage by Beto O'Rourke.

Hapton Sides spoke with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio ahead of the forum on his love for research and wordsmithing history back to life.

Leslie Cissell of the Kentucky Author Forum also joins with more details on the event.

"When I launched this campaign, I made it about Kentuckians. Every male elected official that was asked about my launch tried to make it about them. I'm looking forward and all these guys can just keep looking in the mirror for all I care."

Kentucky gubernatorial candidate & sitting Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman to Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio

Here's an interesting history lesson on Joe Donovan, the longtime all night oldies deejay on WHAS Radio from the 1970s through the mid-90s.

Joe's show was heard in nearly 40 states over the 50,000 1A clear channel signal of WHAS Radio at 840 on the AM dial.

Rewound Radio host John Wolfort tells Joe's story accompanied by classic WHAS Radio jingles. Wolfort called his studio the Jingle Palace in Dallas.

Louisville Downtown Partnership CEO Rebecca Fleischaker details the 2026 street festival schedule. We're going to be busy!

WEB: louisvilledowntown.org

The University of Louisville's spring football game is Friday, April 17 at 6 PM in L& N Stadium. (details below)

Coach Jeff Brohm spoke with WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners on the new team's upgrades, speed, vision, and personalities. Quaterback Lincoln Kienholz (formerly Ohio State) brings a big arm and fast feet to Louisville's offense. Coach Brohm mentioned many of the premium Cardinals offense and defensive players who are leading the younger players to what's expected to be a great season.  

Coach Brohm also discussed the complicated universe of NIL demands, transfers, and team chemistry.

SPRING GAME DETAILS

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The University of Louisville football program will host its annual spring game on Friday evening at 6 p.m. inside L&N Stadium.

Head coach Jeff Brohm will divide the roster into offensive and defensive units, featuring a modified scoring system that allows the defense to earn points, adding a competitive twist to the scrimmage.

Parking lots will open at 1 p.m. for tailgating, while stadium gates will open to the public at 5 p.m. Fans can enter through Gates 1–5, the only gates available for general admission.

Admission is free, with seating limited to the lower bowl in Sections 101–125.

Fans could purchase the popular Bird Yeti tumblers for $35 (drink not included), available while supplies last with limited quantities and colors.

Interactive activities will be available, including a Quarterback Challenge located in the grassy area inside Gate 3, where fans can test their arm strength and accuracy.

Additionally, ticket sales representatives will be stationed near the L Club in Section 205 to assist fans with season ticket options. Fans are encouraged to complete an interest form in advance to connect with a sales representative.

Louisville Sports Commission President & CEO Greg Fante is taking a victory lap all over the news today after announcing that the ciy won the opportunity to host the 2028 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team Trials.

The entire showcase runs from June 5-19 at various local venues with a local economic impact north of $75 million.

The world's best gymnasts will compete at the KFC Yum! Center, Kentucky International Convention Center, and the Kentucky Expo Center.

FLY, BABY, FLY!