Terry Meiners

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg popped by the WHAS Radio studio to declare December 8, 2025 as Terry Meiners Day, an honor awarded to acknowledge Terry's 40th anniversary as afternoon host on WHAS.

Thanks, Mayor!

The Beasman wants to blow out all UK coaches during these dark days where the Kentucky Wildcats can't seem to beat anybody.

He'd like Santa Claus to bring a DIY lobotomy kit for Christmas! NILs Down! NILs DOWN!

The SPORTS BROS, 9-year-old George and 11-year-old Theo Lawrence, dive into Louisville basketball's big win over Indiana. Joe Lincoln, an IU grad, joined in to describe the atmosphere at IU's huge victory over Ohio State in the Big 10 Championship.

HOOSIER DADDY!

Jody Meiman, executive director of Louisville Metro Emergency Management Services, updates the cleanup process following the devastating UPS plane crash in Louisville.

Jody & Terry Meiners discuss the various aspects of comforting families of victims, environmental cleanup, first responder readiness, and much more.

The Beasman was thrilled to see the Louisville Cardinals finally lose a basketball game, and to John Calipari of all people. Kentucky Wildcat fans have been in the dumper since being thumped by Louisville last month but now all is good since Coach Cal was able to crush "them Dirty Birds!.

WHAS11 news anchor Doug Proffitt popped by to wish Terry Meiners a Happy 40th Anniversary at WHAS Radio and they fell into a history lesson of the TV and radio stations.

Last year, Governor Andy Beshear, Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman, and leaders of the Kentucky House and Senate Democratic Caucuses callled for Daniel Grossberg's resignation over allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior toward women.

Grossberg has maintained his innocence and refused to step down. 

With 39 of 42 ethics charges now dismissed, Kentucky State Representative Daniel Grossberg (KY-30) announced that he will finally get to question his accusers in an ethics commission hearing in January.

Grossberg sat down with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio to discuss his status and some basics of the remaining 3 claims.

The Louisville Zoo has two new orangutans and Kyle Shepherd discusses the delicate work of introducing these females to the other orangutans. Is there perhaps romance in the air? Zoo officials are hopeful.

Plus, Kyle takes marvelous photos of first responders to help raise funds with the WHAS Crusade for Children 2026 calendar, with terrific profiles on local heroes. The new calendar features the crew that rescued a truck driver whose rig was dangling over the edge of the Clark Memorial Bridge. 

Many other heroes are photographed for each month of 2026.

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...and bring your dog! Santa and Mrs. Grinch are there for photo ops.

Jeff Wallitsch and Friends of Metro Animal Services leader David Payne have details in this chat with Terry Meiners.

The University of Kentucky basketball fan base is spiraling after losing to Louisville, Michigan State, and North Carolina in the first few weeks of the season. Some of the most impatient fans are already hinting that Mark Pope should be on the "hot seat" as though his job is on shaky ground.

Terry Meiners offers a musical Christmas card to University of Louisville fans as they sit back and relish UK's challenges. But...Terry closes with a warning to not get too comfortable with schadenfreude (enjoying the misery of others). 

The pendulum always swings back in t...

She's Kentucky royalty and America's greatest ever MISS AMERICA, the ageless beauty Heather French Henry.

As always, Heather is working to alleviate homelessness, especially centered on military veterans who are struggling at life.

Heather and Terry Meiners discuss the mission, the White Christmas film artifacts displays, and HALOREA, a stunning collection of charms created by Kentucky's goddess.

Carrie Lynn Fowler has an amazing academic path that allowed her to create shows through puppetry.She has a special holiday show coming up on December 13 at the Kentucky Center. It's called PERFECT CHRISTMAS COOKIES.

Carrie Lynn and her puppet Darla spoke with Terry Meiners. He's not sure which one is speaking at any given moment but you'll figure it out.

The Beasman is fearful that Will Stein, a former Louisville Cardinal, is being secretly planted as the Kentucky Wildcats football coach to wreck the program just like Kenny Payne did to the Cardinals.

You mad, bro? Oh...he mad!

The Ugly Sweater Fun Run is coming soon. Tavi Wallace, the ultrarunner who knows no limits, brought Dream Factory CEO Tommie Kendall along to describe its amazing work for children with dire medical needs.

Tavi loves shining light on incredible compassionate pursuits, and how runners can help!

Louisville's Mayor Craig Greenberg was asked if he's teased Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton about the University of Louisville dominating the University of Kentucky in football and basketball.

Also, Greenberg updates the city snow removal plan after a 5 inch snowfall.  And Terry Meiners gigged the mayor about his business relationship with KSR founder Matt Jones.

Dr. Larry Benz, a prominent physical therapist from Pro Rehab, shares ideas for preparing for rigorous snow shoveling and how to treat your body after the job is complete.

Hot tub? Absolutely not.

Listen for details.

Those rotten U of Smell Cardinal birds done dommerated the good and classy Kentucky WIldcats in both basketball and football. U uh Kay had to fire Mark Stoops, but is there any coach worthy of taking over UK still available?

And what does BTA mean? All those snaggle tooth Cardinal fans keep swinging belts and chanting BEAT THAT *** at traumatized Cat fans! It's just not classy like U uh Kay fans. Its just not!

No one is allowed to laugh at UK's pain! It hits diff-ernt!

The Beasman is in deep shock after his beloved Kentucky Wildcats were beaten down by the hated Louisville Cardinals 41-0. ZERO! The Cats couldn't muster a point against those dirty birds.

Old Beasman is going to be smartin' from this tragedy for a lonnnngggg time.

Cody Patterson is our regular Georgia Bulldogs fan who reports from his road trip adventures following his favorite college football team. Today he brought his young son Leo to help envision the upcoming football playoffs possibilities.

LET'S GO DAWGS!

Amelia & Emily, co-directors of A Christmas Carol, visited with Ebeneezer Meiners to announce the show schedule for this holiday classic stage masterpiece.

Rocco Jerome and Rob Holmes from SenecaForever.org have details on how the recent pulltab gaming pause is adversely affecting Kentucky chairities.

In sensible states, the term "rivalry week" is used to describe the days leading up to the two most prominent universities preparing to play each other in football.

In unvarnished Kentucky, the term is HATE WEEK. The University of Louisville is hosting its rival University of Kentucky at noon on Saturday. America does not care because both teams suck.

The Beasman is ALL IN on his Kentucky Wildcats!

Marji Vertrees is the organizer of the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run at Tom Sawyer Park on December 6. Bring your doggie, too! Santa wants everyone to feel the spirit!

She's got details on this year's fun event in a great chat with Terry Meiners

event site: jbr.org/louisville

9-year-old George and 11-year-old Theo Lawrence are the Sports Bros, talking U of L sports, NFL, and MLB.

No drama, just sports analysis from these two sibs.

Tina Knowles is featured in a Peacock documentary on Black jockeys and cowboys. Knowles references her 2024 visit to the 150th Kentucky Derby and how she was horribly mistreated on the red carpet when a White couple was ushered in ahead of her. THE HORROR!

Terry explains the red carpet chaos and adds another dimension to Tina Knowles' day that likely explains her sour experience. Race was not a factor. The proper credentials to enter certain areas was the real roadblock. Apparently, saying "I'm Beyonce's mom" does not make all doors fly open for the self-aware Knowles. Sad!
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It's Thanksgiving time again. Let's make a smart move to heal a family rift. It's simple. It's quick. And you have control over its methodology.

Let's go do it.

ALSO: CheersI Our media buddy Angie Fenton is cancer free!!! Let's all celebrate Angie's newest chapter on life and send love to all who are wrestling with health challenges.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD HOLIDAY SEASON!

He ended the penny. The nickel is on its final cycle. U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach talked coinage with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.

Dimes and quarters are safe but don't waste your time socking away pennies with the hope that they'll rise in value.

Treasurer Beach has been inside the gold depository at Fort Knox and has plenty to report.

LISTEN for more insights on the Trump Team financial outlook for the coming three years.

Former WHAS Radio news anchor Scott Jennings is now known worldwide for his CNN political commentary and analysis.

Scott and Terry Meiners discussed the tension at the CNN desk, President Trump's global impact, whether Scott will run for Senate or switch to CBS, and many other topics.

Scott's new book: A Revolution of Common Sense is available everywhere

Our poor buddy The Beasman has been slobber-knocked again.Last week it was the demonic LOO-vul Cardinals that had the audaceration to beat the Wildcats. Now those Michigan State Sparkys done thumped Mark Pope's faltering Wildcats and statewide panic is on full throttle.

The N.I.L. fund is $22 million deep into a team of wussy players who can't guard a closet door! 

WE IS THE CAYUTS! WE IS KENTUCKY! DON'T PEOPLE KNOW THEY AIN'T POSED TO BEAT THE CAYUTS!

U.S. Senate canddiate Nate Morris thinks it's time for President Donald Trump to send National Guard troops on patrol in Louisville to help quell crime.

Mr. Morris and Terry Meiners discussed other topics like the goverment shutdown, value of the filibuster, and more

Kentucky singer JD Shelburne has been living in Nashville for years and continues touring and creating new music. His 7th album, titled RAISED ON THE GOOD STUFF, just dropped.

JD and Terry always love catching up on WHAS Radio.

website: jdshelburne.com

James "Murr" Murray from Impractical Jokers is in town for 5 shows at Louisville Comedy Club. Using his hit TV show's technique, Murr will send at least one audience member out into the street to follow his commands through an earpiece. Always comedy gold!

Murr told Terry Meiners an awesome story about the most outrageous prank he played on his showmate (who thought Murr was being punished). It's one of Impractical Joker's GREATEST HIT moments.

Murr's new bourbon DON'T MOVE is named for the thriller book he wrote, which inspired a forthcoming film by the same name.<...

The basketball rivalry between the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville just completed another riveting chapter.

U of L jacked UK's jaw. The Beasman ain't having it.

When UK beats U of L, it's fodder for comedy. When Louisville wins, everyone is expected to walk on eggshells and not discuss it while tender Wildcat fan hearts slowly heal over a matter of weeks, if not months. 

Sad!

My awesome niece Maggie Meiners and the equally incredible Izzy Craig, both seniors at Sacred Heart, shared details of their upcoming charity lacrosse match vs. Trinity High School.

And they mind being teased about being spoiled by their cushy birth positions as the family's baby girls!

Timothy Weyrauch, president of the Kentuckiana Pride Foundation, responds to the Supreme Court of the United States declining to revisit gay marriage laws. Kim Davis, a former Kentucky clerk who refused to issue a marriage license to two gay men, had filed the appeal to overturn the SCOTUS 2015 decision in Obergefell vs Hodges, allowing for legal gay marriage in America.

Davis has been rebuffed, but Weyrauch fears that others will attempt to find a different legal strategy to overturn the landmark federal law.

With a pair of wins over S.E.C. opponents, Mark Stoops is suddenly the celebrated son in Lexington. The Beasman checks in with Larry Minner to brag on UK football and warn all U of Smell Cardinals that they is about to mop up their own blood off the Yum Center floor when the Cats come a-callin'

Thoroughbred trainer Kenny McPeek has well over 2,000 victories at racetracks around world. His greatest weekend came on the first Friday and Saturday in May 2024, winning both the Kentucky Oaks (Thorpedo Anna) and the Kentucky Derby (Mystic Dan).

McPeek's Derby champ is set to retire to stud this weekend. Terry Meiners and Kenny McPeek discussed the horse's less-than-stellar ride in Arkansas that ultimately earned him access to the Derby. History was in the making.

On Sunday, November 9 at 2 PM, volunteers are needed to place flags on military graves at Cave Hill Cemetery. The meeting spot is Breckenridge Elementary on Payne Street where a gate leads directly into Cave Hill.

Fred Moore explains the details in this chat with Terry Meiners on WHAS Radio.

God Bless all who serve.