Terrible metaphor. Tax dollars pay for those phones, hence the uproar.
A Word on Football Coverage
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I listen every day -- usually to podcast at night.
When Matt was off and one of the bball writers (Jon Rothstein maybe?) did the show it was ALL about bball, X's and O's, technical stuff, bball recruiting, etc. I remember thinking how PAINFUL it was to listen to...and I remember--being a football-first person-- how it would've been just as painful if it were all those things but football-centric.
The show is as successful as it is because its heart is pop-culture with a thin layer of UK sports icing. It is sort of the "sports" talk radio version of Seinfeld: sarcastic in tone, based on observational humor, and heavily reliant on CHARACTERS (John Short, Ky. Joe, even Ryan and Matt are characters). In other words, it is a show about "nothing."
Those of you upset it's not ABOUT football enough are missing the whole point. You are like the early critics who panned Seinfeld because it wasn't a typical sit-com. Thank God it wasn't a typical sit-com. And thank God Jon Rothstein doesn't appear daily as the lead host on KSR.
When Matt was off and one of the bball writers (Jon Rothstein maybe?) did the show it was ALL about bball, X's and O's, technical stuff, bball recruiting, etc. I remember thinking how PAINFUL it was to listen to...and I remember--being a football-first person-- how it would've been just as painful if it were all those things but football-centric.
The show is as successful as it is because its heart is pop-culture with a thin layer of UK sports icing. It is sort of the "sports" talk radio version of Seinfeld: sarcastic in tone, based on observational humor, and heavily reliant on CHARACTERS (John Short, Ky. Joe, even Ryan and Matt are characters). In other words, it is a show about "nothing."
Those of you upset it's not ABOUT football enough are missing the whole point. You are like the early critics who panned Seinfeld because it wasn't a typical sit-com. Thank God it wasn't a typical sit-com. And thank God Jon Rothstein doesn't appear daily as the lead host on KSR.
Matt, you can run your radio show and site however you choose to because you've earned that right. My BIGGEST complaint is the football post game show. You need to STOP talking about anything basketball related. It is a football post game show. Save it for your radio show. If a caller starts talking about Cal or the BB team then please cut that caller off. We knowledgeable football fans don't want to talk BB. I know I speak for many fans on this subject.
Much appreciated, we've got Todd Greenwell added to our staff now, while he may not have Maggard's name, I'd put his football Xs and Os knowledge against anyone. He coaches at some high school in Louisville
He and I have an article coming tomorrow on the differences in Neal Brown's Air Raid vs Dawson's
Keep doing what you are doing, Matt. If people don't like it, your ratings and hits will go down and you can react then. Most who bash you are jealous or just don't like you. For me, I read or listen to what I like and tune out what I don't. Pretty much that simple. I will say that the more Freddie you get the better. I'm a rare UK fan in that football is more my passion than basketball, but I know where I live. Sort of like being blue in a red state. Others like me may want us to have SEC football coverage in Kentucky...but we may be a little while from that as it takes time to build tradition. Hopefully we're on our way. So, again, keep doing what you're doing.
I've been banned from the KSR web site for years, apparently because I differed with Jones or one of the other "writers" on politics. They like to dish it out, but they sure as hell can't take it, not for a second. And for me, that's all I need to know.
Spica Orbit
Spica Orbit
There are some real psychos on this board and in our fan-base. Downright scary. The obsessiveness and child-like mentality of the things some of you people dislike is a bit concerning. I mean, there are plenty things I don't like or disagree with, but I'm pretty sure some of you should be avoided at all costs, for safety reasons. Yikes.
That said, most of you are just plain cry babies. And for me, that's all I really need to know.
That said, most of you are just plain cry babies. And for me, that's all I really need to know.
I love the show and listen to the podcast everyday. Shannon adds so much to the show with his timely songs and drops. Ryan is a great sidekick but some of his comments about sexy panties and what not can get a little too over the top, especially with so many kids listening. Other than that I find some of the non UK stuff hilarious and it's part of the reason I listen. There are only so many times you can hear who Cal or Stoops is recruiting before it gets boring.
As far as I'm concerned the people who get offended and have to correct posters who do not care for Matt Jones are the ones acting childish. Do they think all fans should walk in locked step supporting Matt Jones or anybody else for that matter? That's the unrealistic position from my perspective. We all have different experience in life, why do some believe only "their" experience should be valid in forming an opinion.
Matt Jones as recently as the Fancy Farm picnic has admitted to being "mean" to people in the past. On that I agree with him although I would add condescending and rude to being mean. That also applies to some comments he has made towards the UK football program.
I've listen to KSR many times and have been very interested in what a guest is saying only to hear Jones constantly interrupt. He likes to say that is him doing his job to keep the flow of the show going but I don't buy that. At least not nearly as much as he tries to sell it. Bumper stickers are cute but I want more than that level of discourse.
I think that apology of sorts at Fancy Farm is/was a good thing for Jones to understand about himself, I applaud him for that, but that personal disclosure may be nothing more than image repair by a person whose success is tied to marketing his brand. I have heard many more instances of what turned me away from Jones and KSR than apology for those times. Will he follow through and treat all UK fans better? Time will tell.
Still I think some fans here should take stock in what and why fellow posters have the opinions they do, rather than trying to dismiss them as something they probably are not. Most people form their opinions from their experience and their values, neither of which are alike for everybody.
Matt Jones as recently as the Fancy Farm picnic has admitted to being "mean" to people in the past. On that I agree with him although I would add condescending and rude to being mean. That also applies to some comments he has made towards the UK football program.
I've listen to KSR many times and have been very interested in what a guest is saying only to hear Jones constantly interrupt. He likes to say that is him doing his job to keep the flow of the show going but I don't buy that. At least not nearly as much as he tries to sell it. Bumper stickers are cute but I want more than that level of discourse.
I think that apology of sorts at Fancy Farm is/was a good thing for Jones to understand about himself, I applaud him for that, but that personal disclosure may be nothing more than image repair by a person whose success is tied to marketing his brand. I have heard many more instances of what turned me away from Jones and KSR than apology for those times. Will he follow through and treat all UK fans better? Time will tell.
Still I think some fans here should take stock in what and why fellow posters have the opinions they do, rather than trying to dismiss them as something they probably are not. Most people form their opinions from their experience and their values, neither of which are alike for everybody.
No ...that is why you don't argue with the left when they have a bully pulpit. They are not about debating. They are all in on silencing. Why do you think they never make fun of those on the left when there is plenty there.
Another day, another shot Jones had to nail down when the Cats start to practice (he said today) and he failed again. This time Stoops had to correct him live on air.![[laughing]](http://l.yimg.com/j/assets/img/emoticons/classic/laugh.r191677.gif "Laughing [laughing]")
That is three times this week he has incorrectly stated when practice started
That is three times this week he has incorrectly stated when practice started
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^ Case in point. I guess MJ was too busy doing his due diligence on those oh so important candy bar rankings.
This. matt jones has been good for the UK fanbase. I understand that he can be grating at times, but the guy has increased UK coverage and he continually exposes UL's evil misdeeds, so what's not to like?
I like the show, I like Matt, but agree that Drew is a huge drag on the overall appeal of the website and the show.
So if he doesn't comment he's just an idiot who doesn't care what the fans want and if he does comment he's a thin skinned arrogant jerk. Glad we've covered all the bases.
good to hear Stoops on the show today, sounds like it was a last second callin but Jones had good questions for him. Jones also mentioned KSR is sending several folks to UK media days tomorrow.
how many media members are your local newspaper or tv station sending? or your favorite UK website?
how many media members are your local newspaper or tv station sending? or your favorite UK website?
Matt has stepped up KSR's football profile significantly, I'll definitely give him credit for that.
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I only responded, I didn't bring up whatever political topic they were initially talking about. Jones & his frat boys are thin-skinned beyond belief. With his flapping mouth, it won't be long before he says something really stupid & gets in trouble with a faction outside the sports world. It's already happened once.
Spica Orbit
I really like KSR and don`t understand people who bash, If I disliked a program, I would not listen or pay attention to it, therefore I would not bash, I just don`t understand unless you are forced to listen against your will and if that is the case their are probably legal ways to avoid this, maybe you should check in on that.
You're 100% right about that. The issue, for myself, is that KSR's basketball coverage is great. It's just that they cover basketball to the point of posting highlight videos of HS sophomores Cal might be interested in, and in the same breath say no one wants to hear about the finer points of football recruiting. That's a crock. We do want that same level of coverage for football. Just own the fact you weren't giving football its due, that you're trying to do better, and move on.
This appears to fairly typical comments from a wide variety of posters who are vocal in their opinions of radio sports personalities. In my mind, this is no big deal.
KSR serves a purpose in UK sports. So does Cats Illustrated, Wildcat Lair and The Cats Pause with a whole host of related UK sports oriented web sites also vying for fan attention.
It's all good regardless of personal opinions of our fans whose insight into UK sports is always welcome IMO.
KSR serves a purpose in UK sports. So does Cats Illustrated, Wildcat Lair and The Cats Pause with a whole host of related UK sports oriented web sites also vying for fan attention.
It's all good regardless of personal opinions of our fans whose insight into UK sports is always welcome IMO.
KSR is a business. Jones is going to do what he can to maximize profits. As he should. The amount of coverage of UK football and basketball is based on that premise. This isn't a publicly held company and you are shareholders. He doesn't owe any of you anything nor does he owe an explanation of his coverage.
Also really enjoy Matt/Ryan. Not big on Drew..doesn't bring much to the table.
It's pretty obvious that Matt genuinely cares what people think about the site and has made a ton of upgrades in the football coverage.
It's pretty obvious that Matt genuinely cares what people think about the site and has made a ton of upgrades in the football coverage.
My best friend is a UofLsucksville grad. Poor guy. We're best of friends but on the days any sports program plays between the two schools were rivals. On the bigger stage games we may not speak for several days regardless of the outcome.
Love the show Matt and all the people you bring on. We are blessed as a fan base to have you and all the top tier guest you have (i.e. Lorenzen, Couch, and Bilas to name a few). I listen to your podcasts everyday while working outside and they really help me get through the day,
Matt Jones, you do not owe anyone an explanation. I drive around town all day and listen to all the sports programs to be entertained and informed and yours is the best. As an all sports UK fan I love the way you dog our rival, rightfully so. Your still not as bad as your buddy Tony and his callers when they dog UK and our fans. Anyone who wants less is not a true fan.
I'm not implying that UK s administration has any thing to do with the content of your show but I'm sure if they disapproved you would not be as associated with their broadcast. So keep up the great work and all you whiners and complainers all you have to do is turn him off. But then you'd be missing out.
I'm not implying that UK s administration has any thing to do with the content of your show but I'm sure if they disapproved you would not be as associated with their broadcast. So keep up the great work and all you whiners and complainers all you have to do is turn him off. But then you'd be missing out.
To bad you stopped listening cause you have missed all the interviews with most of the football coaches, Coach Stoops has been on three or four times, Daniels been on couple times.........whatever, don't listen....
I wish Matt Jones would buy am 1300 , FIRE CHRIS CROSS'S ASS , and make that station UK sports 24/7 .
In all fairness, Stoops and company may be evaluating 100+ recruits for the 2016 or 2017 class when Cal is likely zeroed in on 15-20. Also, it's much easier to show highlight videos of a guy from an AAU tourney than a random d-lineman at a regional camp. Again, you know what KSR is and how they operate, so why complain that they don't change to fit what you think they should be?
Matt I enjoy your show quite a bit. Don't get too concerned about negativity and jealousy, some ( a vocal minority) just want to bash. I made a small protest about needing a ticket to the Spring game 3 years ago and I was attacked and told I was a miserable person and was told that I Should never walk into Commonwealth again. Keep up the good work
Thanks Matt. Been an avid follower of the site since the days of the Patterson/Lucas recruitment and LOVE the show...easily the best UK-centric show I've ever listened to. Have also really enjoyed the increased football coverage, especially Freddie's contributions. Keep up the great work!
Matt Jones show is no better than the James Ramsey UL show when it comes to talking Kentucky football. For years all he's done was indirectly bash the football program.
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