Southern Hang
Southern Hang is a podcast rooted in Kentucky and fueled by conversation. Hosted by four lifelong friends—all raised in Kentucky and proud alumni of the University of Louisville—the show blends a Southern perspective with real, unfiltered takes on life. We talk sports, music, fatherhood, culture, and whatever else pops into our heads, always with humor, honesty, and a little edge.
From in-depth interviews with musicians, athletes, and local celebrities to laid-back conversations about family, growing up Southern, and navigating adulthood, Southern Hang feels like pulling up a chair and joining the conversation. Whether you’re a sports fan, music lover, Kentucky native, or just someone who enjoys authentic storytelling and great banter, this podcast delivers relatable discussions with a distinctly Southern hang.
Episodes
64 episodes
The #WouldYouRather Episode
This week, the fellas tackle the #WouldYouRather social media trend.The conversation starts out easy enough with a few simple debates...the Mountains vs. the Beach or the Ocean vs the Pool. Things go off ...
May the 4th Be With You: The Star Wars Mega-Episode (feat. Jamie Kneisler)
In honor of a May the 4th episode drop date, the fellas are headed to a galaxy far, far away. This week, we’re diving deep into the Skywalker Saga and beyond—covering everything from the nostalgia (and toys!) of the Original Trilogy
Kentucky Derby Winning Trainer Kenny McPeek
It’s Derby Week in Southern Hang country! The fellas are joined by legendary trainer Kenny McPeek, fresh off his historic 2024 Oaks/Derby sweep. Kenny shares his journey from the University of Kentucky to the winner's circle ...
#SawItLive and the Magic of Live Music
This week, the Southern Hang fellas dive deep into the #SawItLive trend taking over social media to revisit the most electric concert memories of their lives. Who provided the best first concert experience? The Boss...
Peter Searcy of Squirrel Bait, Big Wheel, Starbilly and solo career
What’s it like to find out you inspired the likes of Kurt Cobain and Dave Grohl? Yes, that Kurt Cobain. Yes, that Dave Grohl. Nirvana. Foo Fighters. And an entire generation of punk rockers. This week, we’re joined...
University of Louisville Cardinal AG Gibson
In this episode of Southern Hang, we sit down with Louisville’s own AG Gibson, a standout midfielder for the University of Louisville Women’s Soccer team. AG t...
The GOAT: March Madness Edition
Survive and Advance! In this week's episode, the fellas dive into the madness of March. We kick things off with a debate on the GOATs of the NCAA Tournament. We’re breaking down the legacies of icons who defined the Big Dance—from ...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame '26
The fellas break down this year’s ballot of 17 acts, featuring a massive wave of 10 first-time nominees and several returning finalists. The crew dives into the high-stakes(?) Fan Vote, discussing their personal favorites, like the soulf...
The Spoon Episode (featuring Chris Stackowicz)
In this episode of Southern Hang, the fellas are joined by special guest and resident music aficionado Chris Stackowicz to celebrate the career of Austin, Texas, legends Spoon. Known for their uncanny consistency (yes Cr...
The GOAT: MLB Edition
Grab a seat as Neil Wilding, Craig Cotton, Brian Redmon, and Sherman Brown step up to the plate. In this episode of the Southern Hang Podcast, the guys are settling the age-old debate: who truly earns the title of the Greatest ...
The Dream Festival: No Budgets, No Limits
The fellas cook up the ultimate "build your own festival" lineups—the kind you’ll (frankly) never see at a real festival. With zero budget restraints and every living legend just a phone call away, Sherm leads the guys on a journey across the m...
The Bourbon & Beyond '26 Poster Reveal (feat. Congressman Morgan McGarvey)
The Southern Hang crew is back, breaking down the stacked Bourbon & Beyond 2026 lineup with special guest, US Congressman Morgan McGarvey — and this one’s strictly music talk.The fellas go day by day through the lineup, calling out c...
Carole’s Kitchen and The Full Table Music Fest
In this episode of the Southern Hang Podcast, we sit down to share the heartwarming story of Carole’s Kitchen. We dive into how this family-driven non-profit was born from a desire to keep Carole’s legacy alive through servi...
Front Porch Talk
Pull up a chair and lean back! In this episode of Southern Hang, we’re bringing you a hodgepodge of topics that’ll give you plenty to chew on.We take a trip down memory lane to discuss our first jobs—from the sweat-equity...
The Laurel Cove Music Festival
The fellas dive into the magic of the Laurel Cove Music Festival, held annually in the picturesque Laurel Cove Amphitheater at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. To kick things off, Neil, Craig, Red, and Sherm take a trip down memory lane to shar...
2026 is the new 2016, Southern Hang Style
Southern Hang is back with its hand on the pulse of social media trends… or so we’d like to believe. This episode takes a trip back to 2016 as we talk through what we were up to at the time — the concerts and sporting events we hit, and ...
Let's Talk Live Music in 2026
In this episode of Southern Hang, we look ahead to Kentucky’s 2026 live music scene, breaking down upcoming tour stops, festivals, and local shows we’re most excited about. We talk through major festivals like Ra...
90s Kentucky Music
The fellas dive into the heart of 'the Louisville Scene' to talk about the music that put Kentucky on the map. We’re starting with the raw, underground vibes of the 502, featuring icons like Slint, Squirrel Bait, and Starbilly, before shifting ...
A Final Look at 2025: Coltt Winter Lepley
After a brief year-in-review reflecting on the musicians we spoke with throughout the year, we replay our #1 episode of 2025—our interview with Coltt Winter Lepley—an engaging and insightful conversation that kicked off a great friendship...
Cover Songs: Favorites from Cobain to Hendrix
In this episode, the fellas dive deep into their favorite cover songs of all time and what makes a great reinterpretation truly special. From the raw, heartbreaking impact of Nirvana Unplugged to Charles Wesley Godwin’s heartfelt...
Top 25 Albums of '25: Southern Hang’s Favorite Music of the Year
Join the Southern Hang fellas as we reveal Neil's Top 25 Albums of 2025! From Rock and Roll instant classics to Americana standouts to local Kentucky artists to the return of hip hop legends, we break down our favorites from the year in ...
80s Hair Bands: The Glam Metal Era Unplugged
Lets talk '80s hair bands. Get out the AquaNet and Spandex and queue the guitar solos. The Southern Hang fellas filter through the sleaze and flamboyance of the glam band era to find the songs and artists that truly hold up. Buckle ...
The Christmas Episode: Holiday Movies, Music, and More!
From Thanksgiving straight into Christmas, the transition is fast. How was Thanksgiving? Are you ready for Christmas? Favorite movies, shows, food, we lay it all out there for the season.
Thanksgiving Guide: Traditions, Turkey Tips, and Side Dish Faves
The fellas discuss their family traditions during Thanksgiving. Favorite foods, drinks, football,etc etc. They then break down the staples...turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce. Then go down some other dishes th...
Inside the 1972 Olympics featuring Captain Kenny Davis of the U.S. Men’s Basketball Team
The fellas welcome in legendary basketball player Kenny Davis, who was named Captian of the U.S. national team in the 1972 Olympics. Kenny tells the story like only he can tell of the infamous gold medal match versus the Russian basketbal...