Kentucky
Type: Location
As of November 2026, Kentucky has been mentioned in 11 episodes across 8 podcasts, first heard Oct 2025 on The Ezra Klein Show. Kentucky is referenced in various podcasts to illustrate cultural and political contexts. Ezra Klein mentions it in relation to Barbara Kingsolver's rural background, linking her work to Appalachian experiences. The Daily Show discusses the state's challenges, including weather disasters and economic policies, while also highlighting Governor Andy Beshear's role. Additionally, Kentucky is noted for its significance in college basketball and as a setting for crime stories, showcasing its diverse cultural landscape.
Kentucky, officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a landlocked state in the Southeastern region of the United States. It borders Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio to the north, West Virginia to the northeast, Virginia to the east, Tennessee to the south, and Missouri to the west. Its northern border is defined by the Ohio River. Its capital is Frankfort and its most populous city is Louisville. As of 2024, the state's population was approximately 4.6 million.
| Mentioned in | 11 episodes on 8 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Oct 2025 on The Ezra Klein Show |
| Type | state |
| Country | United States |
| Located in | weather disaster, Pandemic, airplane crash |
What do podcasts say about Kentucky?
4 quotes from Ezra Klein, recorded on The Ezra Klein Show and The Daily Show.
Barbara King Solver grew up in rural Kentucky.
Ezra Klein · The Ezra Klein Show · · Hear itYou're up in the Northeast. What are we dealing with weather wise in your beautiful home state of Kentucky?
The Daily Show · · Hear itSame thing with Kentucky.
The Ryen Russillo Show · · Hear itHis side hustle as the governor of Kentucky.
The Daily Show · · Hear it
How do different shows talk about Kentucky?
5 shows discussed Kentucky in these episodes.
- The Daily Show — 2 episodes
You're up in the Northeast. What are we dealing with weather wise in your beautiful home state of Kentucky?
Gov. Andy Beshear - Breaking the Trump Fever in Kentucky | The Daily Show - Pod Save America — 1 episode
When the polls close at 6:00 in Kentucky.
What the FINAL Midterm Polls Reveal About Democrats' Chances (w/ Harry Enten) - The Ryen Russillo Show — 1 episode
Same thing with Kentucky.
10 GOOD MINUTES: Pistons-Hornets (Brawl!), Harden-Mitchell Combo, Tanking & Darryn Peterson - The Ezra Klein Show — 1 episode
Barbara King Solver grew up in rural Kentucky.
How the Democratic Brand Turned Radioactive in Rural America | The Ezra Klein Show - Crime Junkie — 1 episode
Who talks about Kentucky on podcasts?
Ezra Klein and Ashley Flowers brought up Kentucky; the most recent mention was Nov 2026 on Pod Save America.
- How the Democratic Brand Turned Radioactive in Rural America | The Ezra Klein Show on The Ezra Klein Show (Oct 2025) — Ezra Klein
- Gov. Andy Beshear - Breaking the Trump Fever in Kentucky | The Daily Show on The Daily Show (Feb 2026)
- 10 GOOD MINUTES: Pistons-Hornets (Brawl!), Harden-Mitchell Combo, Tanking & Darryn Peterson on The Ryen Russillo Show (Feb 2026)
- Trump Defends Racist Obama Meme & MAGA Rages Over Bad Bunny’s Spanish Halftime Show | The Daily Show on The Daily Show (Feb 2026)
- What the FINAL Midterm Polls Reveal About Democrats' Chances (w/ Harry Enten) on Pod Save America (Nov 2026)
When the polls close at 6:00 in Kentucky.
- How Did a Night Out Turn Deadly for This 38-Year-Old Kentucky Woman? on Crime Junkie (Nov 2025) — Ashley Flowers
Which podcasts mention Kentucky most?
The Daily Show (2 episodes), NPR (2 episodes) and Pod Save America (2 episodes) mention Kentucky most.
- The Daily Show — 2 episodes
- NPR — 2 episodes
- Pod Save America — 2 episodes
- The Ezra Klein Show — 1 episode
- Crime Junkie — 1 episode
More podcast appearances
- Andy Beshear on Trump's Rising Prices, Dem Chances in 2028, and Being a Red State Democrat on Pod Save America
- Epstein Files Vote Coming, Comey and James Want Dismissal, BBC Apologizes to Trump: AM Update 11/14 on Megyn Kelly
- Talking Dateline: “The Trouble in Bardstown" with Lester Holt and Andrea Canning | Dateline on Dateline NBC
- Senate Takes First Step Toward Ending The Shutdown | NPR News Now on NPR
- At least 9 killed in a UPS plane crash near the Louisville airport on NPR
What is Kentucky mentioned alongside?
Kentucky is most often mentioned alongside weather disaster, Pandemic and airplane crash.
Located in: weather disaster, Pandemic, airplane crash, helicopter crashes, private sector investment, rural health care
Located here: Ford, Ben Chandler, National Guard
Mentioned together: Louisville, Kentucky State Police, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Virginia L. Giuffre, Electronic Payments Coalition, South Carolina, gold as a hedge in times of uncertainty, Henry Whitaker, Nike, Latitia James