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November 16, 2007

A special one-hour edition with news of the day and a retrospective of retiring host Al Smith's journalism career and influence in the industry. Guests reflect on the issues and personalities that have been fodder for reportorial banter over the program's first 23 years.
Season 34 Episode 1 Length 58:28 Premiere: 11/16/07

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Comment on Kentucky is KET’s longest-running public affairs program. Host Bill Bryant is joined by Kentucky journalists from across the Commonwealth for in-depth discussions about the week’s biggest news stories.

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September 22, 2023 - S49 E47

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant. Scheduled guests: Ryland Barton, Kentucky Public Radio; Bill Estep, Lexington Herald-Leader; and McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern.

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September 29, 2023 - S49 E48

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant.

  • Friday September 29, 2023 8:00 pm ET on KET
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October 6, 2023 - S49 E49

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant.

  • Friday October 6, 2023 8:00 pm ET on KET
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October 13, 2023 - S49 E50

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant.

  • Friday October 13, 2023 8:00 pm ET on KET
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October 20, 2023 - S49 E51

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant.

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September 22, 2023 - S49 E47

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September 15, 2023 - S49 E46

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September 8, 2023 - S49 E45

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September 1, 2023 - S49 E44

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August 25, 2023 - S49 E43

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