The Courier-Journal photographer Scott Utterback, a legendary lensman, caught me grabbing boxing photos ringside at Freedom Hall on June 24, 2017 during The Real Deal event. So far, the National Enquirer has not offered to pay for any of my out-of-focus iPhone 4 discolored photos of unknown boxers. But it's a start. My job offers great opportunities outside of radio and TV studios. In May, Katie George from WDRB joined me at the Galt House to interview ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit. It was a benefit for The Parklands. I've hosted the event for several years and suggested adding Katie to give it new life and a younger demo. She did an outstanding job. Here's the latest magazine
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AUDIO: Rick Pitino on his new team, emotional reaction to NCAA sanctions, Andre McGee, more
On my WHAS Radio show, University of Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino talked about his talent for the upcoming basketball season. He also updates his emotional state after the NCAA sanctions were announced, the appeal strategy, Andre McGee's poor decision making, and Pitino's view of what's ahead. CLASSIC 2009 VIDEO
Happy 241st birthday, America – unshackle your attitude
The United States of America is the most benevolent, compassionate, visionary, fearless republic in the history of human civilization. We are free. Don't believe in the "woe-is-me" crutch. A fantastic life is available in America to those who are willing to work, sacrifice, and not quit over setbacks. Push harder. Get more education. Make wise life decisions about money, drugs, personal disfigurement, relationships, and do the soul-searching necessary to be self-reliant. Our 340+ million inhabitants of the USA can protest the agendas of its leaders, worship freely, stand proudly agnostic, disagree with neighbors, isolate from communities altogether, accept welfare from others, help pay for community features they don't necessarily use, keep and bear arms, vote for their
POST NO BILLS: Gov. Matt Bevin vs. The Media
Can we begin by reminding everyone that "the media" is a vast universe of unconnected voices who report, commentate, and disseminate news items? It's true that major media pretends to deliver impartial, objective news but whenever humans are involved, so are their personal views. There is clearly some sort of slant with all human communication. That's why it's so easy to find a comfortable housecoat of your views reflected back onto you from any one of a zillion media outlets. A recent Courier-Journal search of voter registration records for various local luminaries included my information: CJ writer Andy Wolfson notes that "social scientists say (party registration) is a lens that affects how a person perceives the world." In my case, it
Rick Pitino on the surprise addition of Brian Bowen, new team chemistry, and NBA Finals
University of Louisville basketball got a magnificent upgrade with a surprise commitment from 5-star forward Brian Bowen. Coach Rick Pitino admitted it was a great stroke of luck and upgrades his newly enforced team as "possibly a 10," making a lofty reference to his 1996 Kentucky Wildcats talent pool. Here's our radio chat on Bowen's talent, Pitino's projection on the next UofL team's upgraded chemistry, the Pitino geezer basketball team for next year, whether LeBron is overmatched in the NBA Finals, and more.
Governor Bevin vs. watchdogs, attack dogs, lap dogs, and gullible sheep
SURVEY: AMERICANS DON'T TRUST MEDIA BUT FEEL BETTER ABOUT FAVORITES The chasm widened between media and those in power + their supporters. Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin responded to derision from certain media outlets that are routinely ignored by the executive branch. Louisville's Courier-Journal and Lexington's Herald Leader are both named in Bevin's new Facebook video (below). Bevin says "a handful" of (what he considers) negative media people "are like cicadas...not serious journalists." He claims their out-of-state owners engage in tabloid journalism so he wants to communicate directly with constituents via social media, radio shows, and smaller newspapers. Bevin expects newspapers to tout "extraordinary business developments...but you wouldn't know it" by reading their news stories. The Herald Leader slammed my interview work
Bill Stokes, my brother from another mother
William Albert "Bill" Stokes died last week. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Seven years ago, he taught me one of the most enlightening, compassionate lessons of my life at a moment when I was way out of my comfort zone. The day after he and I co-hosted a mostly improvisational show in front of an African American audience, I wrote this blog post. It was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life. ----------------- BACK IN BLACK I have always had an affinity for African American people. Their music always moved me more than the bland songs sung by white performers. Their distinctly different clothing choices made me want to be colorful like them instead of rigid and uniform
Rick Pitino on geezer ball, derision from his players, next year’s Cards, Derby winnings, and sleeping in church
Rick Pitino played in his 55+ basketball league and lived to talk about it...live from a hot tub where he was nursing his wounds. (full transcript at bottom of page) After reflecting on his tournament play, Pitino talked about his next UofL team, his kids grabbing all of his Derby winnings, and why he was sleeping (or deeply praying) at Mass. (audio above) VIDEO: #Louisville HC Rick Pitino dropping 3's at @MastersHoops National Championships in Coral Springs @NBC6 @NBC6Sports. #GoCards pic.twitter.com/vNLytbWmKU— Chris Fischer NBC6 (@FischerNBC6) May 9, 2017 Pitino's former players were having a ball tweeting praise and jokes about the coach's skills. Where's Ray at.. @Specter_Smit @lukeskywalka11 @stephanvt44 @GorguiDieng @Mikemarra33 that man looks tired out there.. we don't get tired https://t.co/6KdraBU4qw—
The Catechism does not mention chest-bumping
At today's official "offer each other a sign of peace" moment at Mass, @tonyvanetti and I chest-bumped. Cool, Fr. Mark & @ArchbishopKurtz? pic.twitter.com/5ghrXvVw0U— Terry Meiners (@terrymeiners) April 30, 2017 @terrymeiners @tonyvanetti Not sure that fits "WWJD"! But...always good to hear reports from a participant at Sunday Mass!— Archbishop Kurtz (@ArchbishopKurtz) April 30, 2017 @terrymeiners @ArchbishopKurtz He made me do it— tony vanetti (@tonyvanetti) April 30, 2017 I think @FrMark1 needs to assign the two of you seats!! https://t.co/lX8JKiTBGR— Jody Demling (@jdemling) April 30, 2017
American hero Joey Jaws Chestnut seeks 10th Nathan’s Mustard Belt at 4th of July gorging fest
America is the fattest country in the world so a guy like Joey "Jaws" Chestnut is iconic. Chestnut has won the Nathan's World Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest a record 9 times. Chestnut's record is 73 hot dogs and buns consumed in 10 minutes. In our radio chat today, we discussed his Nathan's competition prep, the aftermath, celebrity pampering, other food contests, and the unrelenting sting from overeating ice cream. Louisville is hosting a Nathan's qualifying round this Saturday at Thunder Over Louisville. The top male and female finisher earn the right to compete against Joey Jaws and all the other stars of competitive eating in Brooklyn. DETAILS HERE