Kentucky Sports Radio Show Becomes A Destination For Politicians

Published October 22, 2015 at 2:11 PM EDT

Matt Jones is host of Kentucky Sports Radio. (Tyler Franklin)

A popular sports radio show in Kentucky is becoming a must stop for political candidates – even some of the presidential contenders. Ashley Lopez from Here & Now contributor WFPL in Louisville explains how Kentucky Sports Radio host Matt Jones turned a show about basketball into a place where sports fans can hear from people seeking elected office.

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Ashley Lopez, political reporter for WFPL in Louisville, Kentucky. She tweets @AshLopezRadio.

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