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Journalists from around the state discuss news of the day with host Bill Bryant. A KET production.

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Episodes

  1. October 9, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including new ads in the 6th District Congressional race and developments in the U.S. Senate race. Panelists: John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader; Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; and Mason Brighton,...

  2. October 2, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the shooting death of a Kentucky State Police trooper in Warren Co. and public opposition around the state to data centers. Panelists: Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern; Keely Doll, Louisville Courier...

  3. September 25, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including activities in the general election campaign for the 6th district Congressional seat. Guests: Todd Faulkner, WPSD Local 6 in Paducah; Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Mario Anderson, Spectrum...

  4. September 18, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Mitch McConnell's return to the U.S. Senate after months spent recovering from a hospital stay. Panelists: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Morgan Watkins,...

  5. September 11, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest from the 6th Congressional District race. Panelists: Keely Doll, Lousivlle Courier Journal; Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; and John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader.

  6. September 4, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the arrest of former Gov. Matt Bevin in Bourbon Co. and the death of poet, author, and activist Wendell Berry. Panelists: Laura Cullen Glasscock, The Kentucky Gazette; Liam Niemeyer, The Kentucky...

  7. August 28, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including appearances by politicians at the Kentucky State Fair and a settlement between tech giant Meta and states including Kentucky over the effects of social media on kids. Panelists: Sylvia Goodman…

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  8. August 21, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including increased attention and financial support to the 6th District Congressional campaign from the national Democratic Party. Panelists: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1…

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  9. August 14, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including how candidates for public office are discussing data center expansion during campaign season. Panelists: Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1; and Alex Acquisto,...

  10. August 7, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell's return home after hospitalization and takeaways from the Fancy Farm picnic and political event in Graves Co. Panelists: Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; Hannah...

  11. July 31, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including preparations for the Aug. 1 Fancy Farm picnic and political event. Panelists: Todd Faulkner, WPSD Local 6 in Paducah; John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio.

  12. July 24, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Rocky Adkins' announcement as a candidate for Kentucky governor in 2027. Panelists: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; Laura Cullen Glasscock, The Kentucky Gazette; and Derek Operle, WKMS in Murray.

  13. July 17, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest on potential candidates for Kentucky governor in 2027. Panelists: Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1; Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Russ Cassady, Appalachian Newspapers.

  14. July 10, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including ongoing questions about Sen. Mitch McConnell's health as he remains hospitalized. Panelists: Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; Jess Clark, Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting; and Tessa...

  15. July 3, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including flooding in several regions across the state. Panelists: Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; and Phillip Bailey, USA Today.

  16. June 26, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including early comments from the Democratic and Republican candidates for U.S. Senate. Panelists: Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal; Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Isaiah Kim-Martinez…

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  17. June 19, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell's hospitalization due to an unspecified health issue. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; and Laura Cullen Glasscock…

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  18. June 12, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including a dispute between State Rep. Jason Nemes and Gov. Andy Beshear about the state's medical cannabis policy. Panelists: Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1; McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; and Russ…

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  19. June 5, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including court challenges to several laws passed in the 2026 General Assembly. Panelists: Tessa Duvall, Lexington Herald-Leader; Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern; and Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal.

  20. May 29, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including more analysis of the primary election results May 19. Panelists: Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; and Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal.

  21. May 22, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the results from the 2026 primary election. Panelists: Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader; and Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1.

  22. May 15, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including activity by candidates during the final days of the 2026 primary campaign season. Panelists: Austin Horn, Lexington Herald-Leader; McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; and Lucas Aulbach, Louisville…

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  23. May 8, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Gov. Andy Beshear announcing an executive order reducing the state gas tax. Panelists: Janet Patton, Lexington Herald-Leader; Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; and Mario Anderson, Spectrum…

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  24. May 1, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including a major shakeup in the Republican primary campaign for U.S. Senate. Panelists: Phillip Bailey, USA Today; Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; and Sarah Ladd, Kentucky Lantern.

  25. April 24, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including comments made by Gov. Andy Beshear critical of personnel moves at the University of Kentucky. Panelists: Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal; and McKenna...

  26. April 17, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including activity as the General Assembly concluded on April 15. Panelists: Tessa Duvall, Lexington Herald-Leader; Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1; and Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville.

  27. April 10, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest on Republican and Democratic primary races for U.S. Senate. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1; and Laura Cullen Glasscock, The Kentucky Gazette.

  28. April 3, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the passage of a state budget and many other bills by the legislature in advance of the governor's veto period. Panelists: Austin Horn, Lexington Herald-Leader; Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio…

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  29. March 27, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest on the state budget and other legislation in the 2026 General Assembly. Panelists: Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; and Russ Cassady, Appalachian...

  30. March 20, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the Senate passing the state budget. Panelists: Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; and Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal.

  31. March 13, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including President Donald Trump's visit to Northern Kentucky and the latest progress on legislation for a state budget in the 2026 General Assembly. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; McKenna...

  32. March 6, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including reactions from Kentucky politicians to the United States taking military action against Iran. Panelists: Tessa Duvall, Lexington Herald-Leader; Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal; and Mario...

  33. February 27, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the House passing a state budget during the General Assembly. Panelists: Austin Horn, Lexington Herald-Leader; Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern; and Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio.

  34. February 20, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including a Kentucky Supreme Court ruling striking down charter school legislation. Panelists: Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; Sarah Ladd, Kentucky Lantern; and Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville.

  35. February 13, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Gov. Andy Beshear's appearance on several national media programs and new commercials from Republican candidates for U.S. Senate. Panelists: John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader; McKenna Horsley,...

  36. February 6, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including new polling in the Republican primary race for U.S. Senate. Panelists: Janet Patton, Lexington Herald-Leader; Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1; and Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal.

  37. January 30, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the statewide impact of a major winter storm. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11 in Louisville; and Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio.

  38. January 23, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Gov. Andy Beshear's trip to the World Economic Forum. Panelists: Hannah Pinski, Lexington Herald-Leader; Jess Clark, Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting; and Laura Cullen Glasscock, The…

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  39. January 16, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the progress of legislation early in the 2026 General Assembly. Panelists: Tessa Duvall, Lexington Herald-Leader; Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal; and McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern.

  40. January 9, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including bills introduced during the early days of the 2026 General Assembly and Gov. Andy Beshear's State of the Commonwealth and Budget Address. Panelists: Austin Horn, Lexington Herald-Leader; Mario…

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  41. January 2, 2026

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant. Panelists: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; Phillip Bailey, USA Today; and Todd Faulkner, WPSD Local 6 in Paducah. (pre-recorded on Dec. 23, 2025)

  42. December 19, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including statements from Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican leaders in the legislature about a revised forecast for state revenues. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; Isaiah Kim-Martinez, WHAS11…

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  43. December 12, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Gov. Andy Beshear's first days as chairman of the Democratic Governors Association. Panelists: Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; Mario Anderson, Spectrum News 1; and Hannah Pinski, Louisville...

  44. December 5, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Charles Booker's announcement that he is running for an open U.S. Senate seat in 2026 and discussions among Republican leaders about the upcoming General Assembly. Guests: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky...

  45. November 28, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including several proposals for legislation to be considered during the 2026 General Assembly. Guests: Phillip Bailey from USA Today; Jess Clark from the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting; and Isaiah...

  46. November 14, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the announcement of a new Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, horse trainer Dale Romans. Panelists: Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader; Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern; and Hannah Pinski,...

  47. November 7, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including government response to a devastating UPS jet airliner crash at Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville and the passing of fomer Gov. Martha Layne Collins. Panelists: McKenna Horsley, Kentucky...

  48. October 31, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest on the primary campaigns among Democrats and Republicans vying for an open U.S. Senate seat in 2026. Panelists: Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal; Sarah Ladd, Kentucky Lantern; and...

  49. October 24, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including Gov. Andy Beshear's allotment of money from the state budget to help fund a hunger relief program for seniors. Panelists: Laura Cullen Glasscock, The Kentucky Gazette; Russ Cassady, Appalachian...

  50. October 17, 2025

    Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including internal polling and fundraising numbers for several candidates in the U.S. Senate race. Panelists: Tessa Duvall, Lexington Herald-Leader; McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern; and Hannah Pinski…

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