Gary Houchens joins the show to talk about National School Choice Week and what that broad term means for students and the State. Also, Tres and Stephenie talk lots about grifters, both on Wall Street and in Kentucky (specifically in Nelson County).
Dave "Buzz" Baker joins the show to talk all things Wildcat as well as the affect NCAA and Congressional action on name, image and likeness legislation could have on college sports. Also, lots of inauguration talk and we find out about Stephenie's secret past as a sports mascot.
Former Editor of the Louisville Courier-Journal Rick Green joins the show to talk about the media, it's role in the broader political landscape, and the future of journalism. And, keeping up with KPW's reputation for high-minded debate, talk of the Paris Hilton sex tape makes an appearance.
Impeachments efforts abound at the state and federal levels and the KPW crew has you covered for all of it. Also, it's never wise to cross a Cheney and happy trails to Siegfried.
Noted lawyer and long-time liberal rabble rouser Scott White joins the show for a quick primer on the 1st Amendment and what is and isn't protected. Scott also lends his years of experience in KY politics to discussions about the bills moving in the General Assembly and the current COVID numbers.
In a break from our usual format, Tres and Stephanie share their thoughts on yesterday's invasion of the United States Capitol.
Tres and new co-host Stephenie Steitzer Hoelscher tackle a busy news slate with the GA run-offs, Trump's phone call, and the start of the 2021 KY General Assembly all on the slate
KPW After Dark makes a return for Tom's last show. Topics include Congress COVID bailout, who gets the vaccine, and Tony Rice
University of Kentucky Institute for the Study of Free Enterprise Director Chuck Courtemanche is back to talk about what the Federal and State Governments can do to juice the economy and stave off a bagel (West Wing reference, if you get it, you get it). In addition, breaking news interrupts the programs and, will the Cleveland baseball team be renamed the Naps?
State Senate Minority Leader Morgan McGarvey joins the pod to give the Democratic perspective on the upcoming session. The crew hits on all the hot buttons, including the budget, executive powers and infrastructure. Also, how do you keep kids entertained at home on a cold winters day? Stair Slide.
Restaurants in KY are re-opening but does the data back it up? Tres and Tom discuss. Also, Tom rants about the KY Bar exam debacle while Tres rambles on about the MLB vs MiLB feud and how the Lexington Legends ended up stuck in the middle.
State Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer joins the show for the first of this week's 2021 Legislative Preview shows. But KPW doesn't just give you politics, they also give you a deep dive on the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac.
Former Herald-Leader and CN2 Political Reporter Ryan Alessi joins the podcast to talk about the state of political media and take a look back at his time in Kentucky. Also, do bingo halls have a legit gripe?
John Cox from the KY Chamber joins the show to talk about the Chamber's 2021 legislative priorities, both on COVID and in general. Also, lots of talk about the religious school closing court fight and Gov. Beshear's snitch line not being anonymous.
Friend of the show Gary McCullom joins KPW for that old, tired talk show trope: talking about things they're thankful for this Thanksgiving season. Also, the whole crew is a little frustrated with $170 million destined for KY schools that doesn't appear to have been spent yet.
Jim Musser from the Kentucky Hospital Association joins the show for the next of our legislative preview series. Just so happens, he also joins the day after new COVID restrictions and Tres is HOT over gyms being open but schools being closed.
Rep. Jason Nemes joins the show to talk about winning his House race in a suburban Louisville District as well as how the House Caucus went about recruiting candidates. Also, an update on the Brent Spence Bridge and KDP has a new Chairman.
The Kentucky State Supreme Court has spoken and the Brent Spence Bridge is on fire in a jam packed edition of KPW with Stephenie Steitzer Hoeslcher joining in on the fun. The crew also discusses LMPD's latest issues, Amy McGrath sitting on a pot of cash, and Tres' bizarre knack for random trivia.
The KPW crew kicks off the post-election/pre-General Assembly season with a conversation with JC Young from the Kentucky Magistrates and Commissioners Association to preview the current state of and 2021 legislative priorities for Kentucky’s County Fiscal Courts. Also, the guys talk about Biden's win, the importance of the process and laugh at some bad advance work.
Tres and Tom are in a pretty chipper mood as they look back on the results of Tuesday's election. While at the time of taping, the presidency is still in the air, nothing is uncertain in Kentucky where, from Paducah to Pikeville, Republicans dealt a massive blow to Democratic hopes. Also, Tom asks Tres to put on his thinking cap and try to figure out what comes next for KDP, Republican legislative leaders and Andy Beshear.
With less than a week to go, Democratic strategist Matt Erwin is back to help KPW run through all 119 General Assembly seats up for grabs on Tuesday. Also, sad clowns shouldn't deliver COVID numbers.
Tres and Tom gear up for the homestretch by talking about Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation and elections lawsuits before the SCOTUS. The guys also talk about early voting numbers, KY's COVID rate increase and KY Dem's tendency to waste money on the campaign trail. Also, it's KY Proud Beer week!
Tres is fired up over the cancellation of planning for hybrid schools in Fayette County. The guys also talk about new polling numbers, a bad proposal to fix surprise medical billing, and more! Also, for the haters, no theme music this week because Tres forgot to bring the file on vacation with him.
The Director of the Institute for Rural Journalism, Al Cross, spent some time with KPW to talk about last night's US Senate Debate, the SCOTUS hearings and other news of the day as well as take a deep dive on the current state of print journalism and where it's headed. Al also gives some thoughts on the passing of Terry McBrayer and the crew takes a 50,000 ft view of Kentucky politics past, present and future.
KPW has run it's first ever poll and is the only media outlet in KY who has asked the question: Should Greg Fischer resign as Mayor of Louisville. Also, there was a fly at the VP Debate.
Former Republican Party of Kentucky Political Director Josh Thomas joins the show to give an insiders look at life inside a campaign for the final 30 days. Oh yeah, also, the President has COVID and UK is terrible at football (again.)
It's the day after the first Presidential debate and the crew broke down the absolute debacle in Cleveland. Also, Tres rages against the Fayette County School Board and they guys discuss the future of historic gaming in the Commonwealth.
Tres and Tom discuss three major items of politics news: the decision of the Breonna Taylor grand jury, the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and the overturning of historical gaming machines in Kentucky. Also: Why is Amy McGrath going from Paducah to Pikeville?
Former Secretary of Labor and Education and Workforce (and UK and NFL great) Derrick Ramsey joined the podcast to talk about vocational training and the need to a more skilled workforce in the Commonwealth. Sorry in advance for the occasionally choppy audio but that's podcasting in the COVID era sometimes.
Sean Southard joins the pod for a busy news day. The State Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the Gov's emergency powers, the Louisville Metro Council put Greg Fischer on warning, and a gentleman in Frankfort goes full possum. You never go full possum. Also, Tres and Sean geek out with hot takes on grammar and Star Wars.
