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Bleav in Kentucky

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Bleav in Kentucky is your weekly hub for everything Big Blue Nation, hosted by veteran sports voice Vinny Hardy and hoops analyst Cole Parke. From courtside at Rupp Arena to the gridiron in Lexington, Vinny and Cole deliver insider analysis, player breakdowns, game recaps, and bold takes on Kentucky Wildcats basketball and football. Whether it’s recruiting updates, SEC matchups, or March Madness dreams, they’ve got you covered with energy, insight, and blue-blood passion. If you bleed blue and live for Wildcats sports, this podcast is your home for all things UK Athletics.

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  1. Kentucky Football: Bowl Eligible "Sooner" Than We Thought

    Kentucky jumped on the Oklahoma defense early and then got smothered until the fourth quarter. The defense kept them in striking distance and then they struck with a TD off of a turnover and then capped it with a pick six to ice the win over Oklahoma. 6-1 baby!!! Go Cats! Hosted by Simplecast, an...

  2. Kentucky Football: Way Ahead of Schedule | Bleav In Kentucky

    Historic quarters and come from behind wins. Bold two-point conversions for the win(s)! Cole's strategy for getting to the media room after the LSU game and much more. Replays going Kentucky's way. Forgetting name and affliation and more! Check out the Linktree! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

  3. Kentucky Tells Kiffin To Stay In His Lane | Bleav In Kentucky

    Unreal. Deja Blue for real! Joe Sloan gets the last laugh. How resilient is this team? Brock Coffman's punt return house call was huge! The replay review office in Birmingham got all of the reviewable replays correct. Kentucky manages the middle eight great. Had chances to knock them out sooner....

  4. Kentucky Rips South Carolina's Heart Out | Bleav In Kentucky

    How often have we been on the wrong side of these kinds of games? We know that feeling of having our hearts ripped out way too often. Kentucky got down 17-0 to South Carolina. That just set the stage for a historic comeback and it couldn't have happened against a better opposing head coach. Cats...

  5. Football, Food & Fun With Scott Hamilton | Bleav In Kentucky

    Scott Hamilton covers South Carolina for 107.5 The Game in Columbia. But he has deep Kentucky ties. We get into all of that on this episode. We also get into some food conversation and restaurants in Lexington. Will the Gamecocks rally or will they fold? Shane Beamer is on the thinnest of ice.…

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  6. Corey Price: The Truth About Texas A&M | Bleav In Kentucky

    Corey Price's contributions to BBN are both unique and very much appreciated. We talk about his radio appearances and trivia segments and how they have grown over the years. We also talk about his experiences in the press box with Tom Leach and Jeff Piecoro. After Kentucky lost to Texas A&M in...

  7. Kentucky vs South Carolina Preview with Rixon Lane | Bleav In Kentucky

    Y'all remember how frustrated Rixon Lane was the last time he was on the podcast? That was last year and South Carolina thrashed the Cats in Columbia. It's hard to believe but the frustration level is even higher now. Could Kentucky end the Shane Beamer era? Rixon listed ranked all of the…

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  8. Big Blue Saturday With Hayden Thacker | Bleav In Kentucky

    We look back at the win against Texas A&M. The dominant third quarter. The 28 unanswered points. The Jay Bateman homecoming. Refusing to eat the cheese. Beat South Alabama like they're supposed to. Hayden Thacker joined us to talk about all the cool things he's doing at Big Blue Saturday Go Cats...

  9. Cole Parke's Whirlwind Week | Bleav In Kentucky

    No doubt y'all noticed that Cole hadn't been on the last couple of episodes. Well he's back for this one and we get into all the stuff he was doing these last few days - being on TV, hoopin, catching planes. That sort of thing. Go Cats! Check out our Linktree! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

  10. Kentucky Batters Texas A&M | Bleav In Kentucky

    Two SEC games. Two solid first halves. We saw it slip away last week at home against Alabama. How would Kentucky respond after going to the locker room all tied at 7-7? They came and out and ran off 21 straight points and controlled the game the rest of the way. Huge dub! Signature win already…

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  11. Kentucky vs Texas A & M Preview With Kannon Torres | Bleav In Kentucky

    What can Kentucky expect when they travel to Texas A & M? What are the expectations for the Aggies? Marcel Reed is back but he is adjusting to a new offensive coordinator. How have they gone about replacing Jay Bateman? All of this and more with Kannon Torres of Texas A & M Aggies Live. Check out...

  12. Kentucky Football: Lessons Learned | Bleav In Kentucky

    Things snowballed, the Cats ran out of gas. Alabama is Alabama. The fake punt wasn't a bad idea. Can the Cats put together 60 minutes worth of good stuff on the road down in College Station? Is Kenny Minchey as "dual threaty" as we or the coaching staff had hoped? Go Cats, check out the Linktree!...

  13. Will Stein: Just A Couple Observations | Bleav In Kentucky

    Vinny shares a few observations that stand out to him about Will Stein's tenure thus far. Tip of the cap to UK Athletics for their tribute to Tina Cox. Happy belated 30th anniversary to the UK Voice Tom Leach Belated congratulations to Craig Skinner on 500 wins Rate, review, subscribe. Check out...

  14. Cats - Tide Preview With Jake Thomas of Tide Talk Live | Bleav In Kentucky

    Friend of the podcast and co-host of Tide Talk Live, Jake Thomas, joined us to share his knowledge of Alabama. The Tide defeated East Carolina 48-10. How will Keelon Russell fare in his first SEC road game? Can Kentucky take advantage as he attempts to settle in? Can the Cats new, competent,...

  15. Will Stein: Game One Loading | Bleav In Kentucky

    Will Stein's head coaching debut is almost here. Vinny and Cole give their season predictions for the 2026 Kentucky Wildcats. We know the depth isn't where they want it to be in some areas but how will the product on the field look? Will we be able to tell that the program is heading in the right...

  16. Jalen Whitlow: Thoughts On the Season | Bleav In Kentucky

    Friend of the podcast, former co-host of the podcast, former UK QB Jalen Whitlow stopped by to share his thoughts on the Cats. We catch up on what he's doing now, and get his thoughts on all of the new changes in Lexington: Will Stein Joe Sloan Willie Rodriguez Offense set up to maul. Go Cats,...

  17. More NCAA Foolishness | Bleav In Kentucky

    Mark Mitchell, Alex Afari. Will we see them play for Kentucky? One moment it looks promising for them, the next, who knows? We talked about all of this 5 fof 5 stuff a couple of weeks ago. It's only gotten crazier since then. Whew! Check out our Linktree Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

  18. RIP Dolly | Bleav In Kentucky

    Writing Jolene and I Will Always Love You in the same day is an insane accomplishment. Then you add in all of the other absolutely unbelievable things that Dolly Parton achieved and it staggers the mind. Check out our Linktree! https://linktr.ee/bleavinkentucky?utm_source=linktree_admin_share...

  19. Now We're Campin' | Bleav In Kentucky

    We are deep into fall camp. We're starting to hear things that you typically hear this time of year. The basketball schedule gets a little shock. Volleyball is ready to go. BBN lost a wonderful lady way too soon. Go Cats!! Check out our Linktree! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

  20. Media News & Notes | Bleav In Kentucky

    We talk about all of the changes going on around UK. Changes to the coaching staff, changes to the athletic department. How does this affect the media in terms of access, how they do their jobs and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

  21. 5 For 5 Rule: Make It Make Sense | Bleav In Kentucky

    Is it a whole lot of something? Is it a whole lot of nothing? Yep, sure is. We talk about the NCAA, this 5 to play 5 stuff. We also recap La Familia's and more.Shew! Go Cats! Check out our Linktree! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

  22. Jamarrion Harkless: Choppin' It Up With "Chops" | Bleav In Kentucky

    "Chops" stopped by to chop it up with us about how long he's been called "Chops", how he's approaching this fall camp and what he thinks of this year's O-line. We also talked about several other topics: Did he grow up a UK fan? Does he have a particular game day routine? How real are the get real...

  23. La Familia Is TBT Title Game Bound! | Bleav In Kentucky

    JHX Hoops walked into Historic Memorial Coliseum. They limped out. La Familia dominated on their way to the TBT Championship game on Sunday afternoon. Pat Biondo steps down as UK football's GM. Will Stein promotes assistant GM Pete Nochta to full time GM. Some thoughts on the Kyle Shanahan...

  24. La Familia Sends The Ville Packing | Bleav In Kentucky

    There were anxious moments throughout a lot of La Familia's TBT three-game series against The Ville. But at the end of the day, when it was time for somebody to lose, The Ville had to go. The roster was in flux from the get go. Archie Goodwin made it back and was able to play. There was a lot of...

  25. La Familia Draws First Blood | Bleav In Kentucky

    Things got a little tight but La Familia was able to defend home court against The Ville in game one of their best of three series in the TBT (The Basketball Tournament). The roster construction was adventurous but the squad came together nicely and regained their poise down the stretch to grab a...

  26. Kerr Kriisa Throws Us A Curveball | Bleav In Kentucky

    Peach Jam and SEC Media Days are on the horizon for July. So is the TBT for La Familia. In the meantime, Kerr Kriisa made news that we didn't expect while in Lexington and now we won't see him again for quite some time, allegedly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

  27. Mark Story: UK Athletics' New Era | Bleav In Kentucky

    Lexington Herald-Leader columnist Mark Story joined Vinny and Cole to talk about the new era of UK Athletics. They also sent thoughts to everyone in Cole's hometown of Richmond that were affected by the flooding. Optimism is running high for Will Stein and the impressive debut offseason that he…

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  28. 2026 NBA Draft Preview | Bleav In Kentucky

    Cole was part of a roundtable discussion with new UK AD J Batt. He shared his thoughts on what that was like. We also talk NBA Draft: Otega Oweh and Jayden Quaintance are the two Kentucky Wildcats that have an opportunity to be drafted. Two different dudes with two different paths for sure. Dusty...

  29. J Batt Era Is Under Way | Bleav In Kentucky

    Cole is off this week. But he'll have plenty to talk about when he's back, including his sit down with new AD J Batt. Nolan Fleming of the Breaking Blue Pod joined Vinny to talk about the J Batt hire and much more. They looked back at last year and how important this season is for Mark Pope to…

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  30. Big Blue Roulette Creator Daniel Reeves | Bleav In Kentucky

    Vinny and Cole are back after being off last week. They start with the tragic passing of Kentucky D-lineman Nic Smith. There is no easy way to handle situations like this. It was nice to see Ahmad Breaux's mom's tweet about how Coach Stein and everyone at UK is handling things. Special shout out…

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  31. Kickin' Back With Ryan Black | Bleav In Kentucky

    First of all, we apologize in advance for the technical difficulties that were happening at the beginning of this episode. We were able to push through and chop it up about Malachi, Milan, the Bat Cats etc. Ryan Black of the Courier-Journal joined us for some good conversation. Cole also flexed…

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  32. Hoover Horrors: Bat Cats Fall To Vandy | Bleav In Kentucky

    Keith Farmer of BBN Tonight stops by to talk about Kentucky baseball's 8-5 loss to Vandy. Thoughts on Malachi Moreno and the Kentucky basketball roster. Will Stein gets a commitment from Miles Brown, a CB from Tennessee. Keith and Cole are both from Richmond so we also talked a little Madison...

  33. Moreno Watch, Stein Speaks, Bat Cats Do Or Die | Bleav In Kentucky

    We are all waiting to see what Malachi Moreno will do. Do you like the Cats and Cards playing in game one or game 12? The Bat Cats can't get out of their own way. Vinny and Cole talk about all of that. Plus some food talk! Go Cats! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

  34. Mark Pope Hits BBN Back | Bleav In Kentucky

    Mark Pope said that he wanted to talk to BBN. He asked the fan base to ask questions. He implored Cats fans to keep 'em coming. BBN readily obliged. Coach Pope answered his first batch (assuming he does it again) of questions as Vinny, Cole and Derek Terry of Bat Cats Central were recording this...

  35. Can The Bat Cats Keep It Going? | Bleav In Kentucky

    If you gotta get right there's no better team to get right against than Tennessee. Kentucky baseball did just that by taking two out of three from Tennessee last weekend! Derek Terry of Bat Cats Central joined us to talk about that, the outlook for the rest of the season and much more. Go Cats!...

  36. Tyran Stokes: Lexington or Lawrence? | Bleav In Kentucky

    Lexington or Lawrence? UK or KU? What will it be for Tyran Stokes? Can Mark Pope recruit a high-tier player? There are so many variables heading into year 3 for him. Landing Stokes would help, but there is still a lot to do. Plus, the latest roster additions, UK baseball struggles and Kentucky...

  37. Mark Pope's Portal Position | Bleav In Kentucky

    Donnie Freeman took his talents elsewhere. Kentucky still needs bigs. The perception isn't great. How will all of this come together and will the squad be able to legit contend? We also talk about UK baseball struggling to get over the hump and a little bit about our pro teams. Hosted by...

  38. Will Stein's First Spring Game | Bleav In Kentucky

    The fellas look back at who did what in this past weekend's Blue-White game. It was vanilla, as expected, but there was still reason for optimism. Will Stein took time to reflect on the moment. The cupboard that he inherits isn't as bare as some Kentucky football cupboards have been in the past....

  39. Zoom Calls Not Going Wright Stokes the Fan Base | Bleav In Kentucky

    Rob Wright came to Lexington and returned to Provo, UT and BYU. The side eye was strong as BBN wondered what this staff was doing and why the portal commitments weren't rolling in. Zoom Diallo decided to become a Cat after we finished recording. That's a step in the right direction. We'll see how...

  40. Portal Is Poppin' | Bleav In Kentucky

    Vinny and Cole start things off by talking about Kentucky baseball's dub over Louisville. Beating the Cards never gets old. The transfer portal is moving and shaking and sorting itself out. (Collin Chandler entered the portal after we recorded this.) Excitement and energy for UK football…

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  41. Michigan And UConn Appreciation Pod | Bleav In Kentucky

    Kentucky baseball looks to get on the right track against Miami. They let a couple slip away at Ole Miss and LSU. Kenny Brooks and the Kentucky women got the the Sweet Sixteen and ran into Texas. They have things headed in the right direction though. Is it good to be petty? When Duke and…

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  42. BBN, What's Your Level of Reassurance? | Bleav In Kentucky

    Kentucky's time in the Big Dance was short-lived. They were no match for Iowa State. Vinny and Cole put a bow on the season. Cole ranks Otega Oweh's game winners. Shout out to the Kentucky women's squad for advancing to the Sweet Sixteen. Check out all of our platforms! Go Cats!! Hosted by...

  43. A Few Minutes With Justin Rowland | Bleav In Kentucky

    Justin Rowland of On3, Rivals and KSR joins Vinny and Cole to talk about partnering with KSR and put a bow on the Kentucky basketball season. We also talk a little bit about Will Stein, how the quarterback position will be approached under his leadership, a second on his St. Louis Cardinals and...

  44. Cyclones Put Kentucky In the Spin Cycle | Bleav In Kentucky

    Kentucky's consistently inconsistent, roller coaster of a season has come to an end. Iowa State took Kentucky's best shot and then punched the Cats in the mouth and stifled them en route to pulling away for a relatively easy win. Injuries happened but they can't be leaned on as a crutch. There…

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  45. Kentucky Basketball: Break the Broncos | Bleav In Kentucky

    Vinny and Cole preview Santa Clara. Cole had lots of content out and was about to put out more. Mark Pope's response to Yaxel's money comments. Malachi Moreno's mindset Kam Williams is feeling good in spite of the pain. And JQ too Hope y'all enjoy! Go Cats Check out our Linktree! Hosted by...

  46. Willie Rodriguez: Pancakes AND Mosses | Bleav In Kentucky

    Fun episode with Kentucky tight end Willie Rodriguez. He talked to us about being excited for his new role, diving into new installs and an actual spring game. How do wrestling and baseball help him be a better football player? Who are his favorite tight ends? Who wins when it's Willie vs Willie?...

  47. Mitch Barnhart Is Retiring | Bleav In Kentucky

    The secret had been out for a minute but it became officially official today. Mitch Barnhart is retiring as Kentucky's AD in June. It was a polarizing ride for sure. There were bad hires and great hires. He will now transition on to another role at UK. Now all eyes watch, wait and observe what...

  48. Kentucky Football: Spring Practice Preview w/ Nick Roush | Bleav In Kentucky

    Nick Roush of KSR stops by to talk some UK football. We also discuss his early days of covering Kentucky. What's life like being married to a Louisville fan? Does he still get grief about his viral Tennessee rant? Will Stein has a full head of hair, that's going to be different. We talk Kentucky...

  49. Ty Bryant - Always Big Bro | Bleav In Kentucky

    We definitely enjoyed our conversation with Ty Bryant. We talked about his family as well as his favorite restaurant in Lexington. How is he handling the coaching change? What went into his decision to return to Kentucky? We talked about the similarities and differences that he sees in the new...

  50. Coach Brandon Ramsey: Kentucky In One Word | Bleav In Kentucky

    Brandon Ramsey stops by to discuss Kentucky's up and down season, consistent inconsistencies, substitution patterns, slow starts and much more. We started off talking a little bit about his background, how he got into coaching, his best sport growing up and more. Like, rate, review. Check out our...

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Bleav in Kentucky is your weekly hub for everything Big Blue Nation, hosted by veteran sports voice Vinny Hardy and hoops analyst Cole Parke. From courtside at Rupp Arena to the gridiron in Lexington, Vinny and Cole deliver insider analysis, player breakdowns, game recaps, and bold takes on Kentucky Wildcats basketball and football. Whether it’s recruiting updates, SEC matchups, or March Madness dreams, they’ve got you covered with energy, insight, and blue-blood passion. If you bleed blue and live for Wildcats sports, this podcast is your home for all things UK Athletics.

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