May 4, 202650 min
This week on Hot Mic, UK Women's Basketball coach Kenny Brooks and his daughter Kendyl Brooks talk about their rewarding basketball season, the new interest in Women's Sports, working with family and more.
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LEX 18's Hot Mic
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About this Podcast:
Hot Mic is your backstage pass to life at LEX 18. Hosted by Evelyn Schultz and Megan Mannering, we'll share behind-the-scenes moments, stories you don't see on air, and conversations that feel like the group chat. Expect hot takes, candid interviews with unique Kentuckians, and a glimpse into the human side of broadcast journalism—everything you want from the studio, minus the script.
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What is LEX 18's Hot Mic about?
Hot Mic is your backstage pass to life at LEX 18. Hosted by Evelyn Schultz and Megan Mannering, we'll share behind-the-scenes moments, stories you don't see on air, and conversations that feel like the group chat.
Who hosts LEX 18's Hot Mic?
LEX 18's Hot Mic is hosted by LEX 18. The show has published 36 episodes to date.
What has LEX 18's Hot Mic covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Coaching Women and Breaking Records - Kenny and Kendyl Brooks" (4 May 2026, 50 minutes), "The Odds, the Horses and the Stories Behind Them - Todd Schrupp" (27 April 2026, 57 minutes), and "Keeneland Chaos & Derby Dreams" (20 April 2026, 48 minutes).
How often does LEX 18's Hot Mic publish?
LEX 18's Hot Mic publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 36 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on LEX 18's Hot Mic?
Booking probability for LEX 18's Hot Mic is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. LEX 18's Hot Mic requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. LEX 18's Hot Mic's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch LEX 18's Hot Mic?
The strongest fits for LEX 18's Hot Mic are Radio & TV Broadcasting. LEX 18's Hot Mic has a news audience.
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LEX 18 hosts LEX 18's Hot Mic, a news podcast with 36 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Apr 27, 202657 minThe countdown to the Kentucky Derby is almost over and Evelyn and Megan wanted to bring one of the key elements of LEX 18's Derby coverage to Hot Mic, Todd Schrupp. Every year Schrupp breaks down the odds for Derby, but...
Episode #33
Keeneland Chaos & Derby Dreams
Apr 20, 202648 minAnnie Brown steps in as guest host while Evelyn is on vacation. Megan and Annie dive into their wild Keeneland adventure, complete with bachelorette parties, lost friends, and press box access. Plus, LEX 18's Derby...
Episode #32
Stories, Sweet Treats, and More
Apr 13, 202650 minOur Hosts recap their Easter weekend filled with friends and family, talk about upcoming trips, and take a trip down memory lane in this weeks episode.
Episode #31
Managing the News Chaos - Jennifer Smith
Apr 6, 202650 minMeet the person behind LEX 18's newsroom's people first, employee second mentality and learn more about the announcement of Scripps News Group buying ABC 36 and what that could mean for the stations' viewing audience on...
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- Mar 30, 202657 min
With the end of the University of Kentucky's Men's Basketball season our hosts take a deep dive of former UK champion, Jack "Goose" Givens. Tune in to hear about what is different about basketball from when he played...
- Mar 23, 20261h 9m
In this week's episode, LEX 18's Photographer, Lindsey Smart, gives us a view of behind the reporter's camera in the field, an in-depth look at Hollywood's Award Season, and shows off some of her impressions and accents.
Mar 16, 202659 minSpring has sprung and Evelyn and Megan are taking a break from guests this week to recap recent episodes and their travel, prepping for LEX 18's biggest show of the year, and answer some questions from our viewers.
Mar 9, 202652 minHear how Keith Farmer got into sports reporting by staying here in Kentucky, some of his moments with athletes and coaches, and even about his own family before BBN Tonight's busy March schedule begins.
Mar 2, 20261h 11mThis week our hosts found space in LEX 18's Bill Meck's chaotic schedule of weather coverage, visiting local schools, and charity work to talk about how he got to LEX 18 from growing up in Chicago, weather coverage...
Feb 23, 202654 minOn February 28 Bath County, Kentucky, will hold the second festival celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Kentucky Meat Shower. Learn more about the festival and the story behind the infamous Meat Shower from...
Feb 16, 20261 hourFrom horse racing to the Olympics, Tom Hammond has become a legend in Lexington for sports commentating. Seizing the moment and taking a chance on himself lead to his career where he got to cover moments like Usain...
Episode #23
Dating Secrets Revealed with Audrey Lorraine
Feb 9, 202650 minIt's the Season of Love here on Hot Mic and our hosts have brought in Audrey Lorraine, a dating coach with Emlovz, to talk about the dating scene, what it is like being a dating coach and some of her hot takes of dating.
Episode #22
Winter, Habits, Throwbacks and More
Feb 2, 202647 minJoin us this week to talk about a variety of topics from the recent winter storm to throwbacks to their college days, even hear about Evelyn's first time on TV.
Jan 26, 202643 minVisitLEX President Mary Quinn Ramer takes us beyond the iconic bourbon and thoroughbreds to reveal the hidden gems that make Lexington unforgettable. From vibrant murals and world‑class restaurants to kayaking the...
Jan 19, 202648 minMario J. Radford joins us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to talk about being a preacher, the Chairman of the 2026 Unity Celebration, a musician, and more. Hear about what inspires him to be more than just a preacher and...
Episode #19
Living it Up with Larry Smith
Jan 12, 202646 minLarry Smith has lived life to the fullest with enough stories to fill a book, but too many for just one podcast episode. Hear a few of those stories including how he met his wife and about how he believes that everyday...
Episode #18
Positively Ringing in the New Year
Jan 5, 202637 minHear about Evelyn and Megan's favorite stories that they have done from 2025, how their holiday celebrations went, and how they are approaching the New Year in our first episode of 2026.
Episode #17
Behind the Mic & the Beard - Jack Pattie
Dec 29, 202559 minLexington radio legend Jack Pattie joins Hot Mic to wrap up 2025. After 50 years on Lexington's News Talk WVLK, hear how he stumbled into his first radio job as a teen, the celebrity encounters that stand out, how he’s...
Episode #16
A Sit-Down With Santa
Dec 22, 20257 minThis week on Hot Mic, Evelyn and Megan are joined by a very special guest: Santa! Hear from the jolly guy himself as we wish you a very merry Christmas!
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