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In hour one Kruser gets into the idea of crimes committed to make social statements becoming vouge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran news anchor (who is also a Navy Veteran) Doug High, transplanted from Ohio to make Lexington his home for many seasons, is Jack's guest for Hashtag Lex. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary sportscaster MaryJo Perino talks to Jack on the state of sports in the summertime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather Clary of The Better Business Bureau talking about the top two scams from 2025 to 2026 having gone unchanged - Crypto Currency and Employment Scams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser visits with Kevin Stinnet of The Bourbon Flight Podcast gives Kruser his take on a Bourbon Lounge open to costumers during events at the KFC Yum center in Louisville, new bourbon's on the market and how healthy the Kentucky and American bourbon industry is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barbie has been fabricated by Matel to more closely emulate an average American woman's form, are we to expect a new version of Ken donning the dadbod? Your calls and texts to comment or question topics in Kruser's second hour - including modern day leprosy rates and transmission, death penalty policy of various states in response to increasing executions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First hour, Kruser talks about; The return of biblical diseases, an estimate of rising roster budgets and the sustainability of the SEC and how congress is dealing with the NIL dilemma as well as, a lawsuit in Texas federal court allowing gun silencer sales with less restrictions and taxation nationwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck McKee of Bluegrass Auction and Reality tells Jack's listeners what their valuables are worth and announces up and coming auctions available for bidding online and in person. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser breaks down how much the cost of prepping school lunches for an average household. A recent study asks if students are less cognitively competent than in the past and whether it is attributable to the introduction of digital learning in class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour two, Kruser touches on topics relative to the first day of school in Fayette County: an eastern Kentucky school district has banned energy drinks on school property citing health risks for students and a quarter of teens surveyed recently say they even order food during school hours. Kruser also takes texts and calls concerning drag racing on the north end of town and ordinances proposed to deal with it and Flock cameras. Lex18 chief meteorologist Bill Meck and Kruser riff on trivia, trends and human-interest stories and a gas station that encourages patrons to dance whilst fueling by offering discounts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interim Director of The Division of Water Quality Mark Sanders and Bob Peterson of the LFUCG give Kruser an update on a consent decree entered by the EPA against LFUCG requiring them to rectify several violations of the clean water act 20 years ago and what progress has been made toward satisfying applicable obligations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bad Boy Barristers have returned to debate the biggest topics of the past few weeks as Jack tries to keep the peace on #LexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Logan Gilland of Blue Spring Wealth talks to Jack about the difficulty of getting into the home buyers' market for first time home buyers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three, Kruser talks to Mark Sanders the interim director of water quality for LFUCG and Bob Peterson of the LFUCG, about an EPA lawsuit citing Lexington was not in compliance with the clean water act and what the city has done to address the ensuing consent decree occurring as a result. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour two, Kruser talks about a new law going into effect, requiring traffic in oncoming lanes to stop for the bus stop arm when school busses are off-loading children. A 126-year-old bottle of Guiness was recently unearthed and found to be potable, would you be willing to take a sip?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour one Kruser talks about the publicized salaries in Louisville city government compared to Lexington, also University of Michigan dropped the first semester grades to assuage mental distress over failing classes, how do you feel about this? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

County Clerk, Susan Lamb meets with Jack, every other Monday to give updates on the Fayette County Clerk's office and introduce newly hired Quinn Welsch executive assistant and community engagement liaison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser digs in on entertainment events and performers that are being cancelled lately. What's behind this disturbing trend? In the second half of hour 3 Kruser and Bob Babbage talks about policy that is affecting consumerism and how the upcoming round of state primaries are shaping up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour two, Kruser talks about the tech industry adopting a chicer branding. In the second half of hour two Kruser and Bill Meck riff on trivia and trends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour one, Kruser discusses Best in Lexington released annually by The Herald Leader and Tops in Lex and why it matters!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready for some pre-season football? Richard Skinner from WLW radio in Cincinnati gives us a run down on how training camp is progressing ahead of the Bengals pre-season opener against the Detroit Lions. The Reds are slogging through the end of their season, Richard tells us why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two of Lexington's finest Chief Lawrence Weathers and Commander Mac Greathouse talking about Chief Weathers being the honored speakers at the Lexington Police Department Awards Banquet in late June. The two officers take questions from the community on texts and calls about flock cameras. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser and Bob Babbage talk about the politically contentious issue of building new and bigger data centers in Kentucky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Friday and Kruser has his usual mix of politics, with Bob Babbage and community events to get your weekend started. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser gives us the history of some of ZZ Tops most memorable songs, videos and culture. Kruser also recounts the experience of walking into the twice cancelled Barry Manilow concert. Lex 18 chief meteorologist Bill Meck and Kruser lark on attracting the opposite sex in an amusement park and other fun facts and trivia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour one Kruser tips his hat to National Beer Day, myths and traditions surrounding that amber concoction that helps us hang on. On a related note, we get an update on the outbreak of cyclospora from local, regional and national sources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Kesling interviews Erin Holland from the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati... home to over 800 neon signs of all types and open to the public. They even have the sign from a Jerry's Restaurant on display.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chipsteris in-studio filling in for Beau Spicer on hour two of The Flower Power Hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beau Spicer is on vacation, and his father-in-law (AKA Chipster) is standing, well really sitting in for Beau in hour one of The Flower Power Hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cincinnati Reds baseball infielder on two world series rosters, Doug Flynn joins Jack for a regular visit talking fishing, dogs and baseball. What's more American than that? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather Clary of The Better Business Bureau talking about home warranty plans that are fraudulent being offered through the mail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Sheppard of The Family Wealth Group talks with Jack about managing your portfolio in a down economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former DJ and current vinyl record aficionado Mighty John Marshall visits with Jack giving a montly rundown of the latest and greatest stacks of wax that offer to sell for bushels of cash! His website is moneymusic.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Mason our Kentucky Technado talks creative versus artistic attributes in general and tech tips on how to simplify your samsung home screen to declutter your phone, making only your most used apps available. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser talks about a proposed ban on data centers in and around the Lexington-Fayette County area. with Kevin Stinnet of the Bourbon Flight talking smack about qualities and quantities and prices of adult beverages. Also, Kevin Stinnet of The Bourbon Flight Podcast talks to Kruser about how bourbon production is trending down in the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brick and mortar restaurants are suffering in the face of a struggling economy and new car consumption is down both commentary on a down market. Kruser talks with Donna Sturgeon of Kain Ford in Versailles as the trend of less tech being more attractive to car buyers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donna Sturgeon head of marketing for Jack Kain Ford visits with Kruser on the weekly edition of Car Talk about the trend of car owners opting for less tech and used vehicles over new cars and/or excessive tech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Stinnet of the Bourbon Flight podcast talks about the current state of bourbon production and the economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ashley Keith of Crossroads Veterinary Clinic in Versailles has great news! Insurance for pets is starting to be offered as part of employee benefits package. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack talks with Kevin Stinnet of the Lane Report about a long-term care pharmacy called Guardian Pharmacy that specializes in assisted living and long-term care facilities. Midway is offering a new degree in forensic nursing and the Bluegrass Airport's Aviation Museum gets a new home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Wednesday of the month sees the Mayor come to call! Mayor Linda Gorton has a few things she'd like the community to know, and Jack gives her a platform and place to get that done! The community of Lexington always has feedback as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first half of hour one, Kruser discovers Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is in town, as the secretary of HHS holds an impromptu conference on medical reform in Kentucky at the University of Kentucky. Kruser talks to legendary Lexington based sportscaster, Kenny Rice in the first part of hour one with an update on the way thoroughbred racing is run and judged. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Lexington sports personality and current nbc thoroughbred racing broadcaster Kenny Rice joins Kruser to breakdown a newly created thoroughbred championship series meant to augment interest and viewership of the sport of kings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first half of hour two, Jamey Clark reveals the pitfalls and promise of independent power generation on a large scale exclusive to data centers in Kentucky. In the second half of hour two, Kruser follows the disappointing second cancellation of the Barry Manilow concert in Lexington. Lex 18 chief meteorologist Bill Meck and Kruser talk about the weather and the disappointment of a second failed attempt at the Manilow Live experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamey Clark of Synergy Home joins Kruser talking about a growing number of AI centers wanting to build their own data centers using private power generation and consumption with the legislative roadblocks precluding this practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser takes hour 3 to takes calls and questions concerning the upcoming mid-term elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's worse than we thought! In hour two, Kruser talks with Matthew Vied - fiscal responsibility advocate in the Fayette County School Board. Post audit, the school board and the KMEA are called under closer scrutiny for the actions/inactions. In the second half of hour two, Susan Lancho Senior manager of external and government affairs for Kentucky American Water announces August 11 is Kentucky 811 day. Ms. Lancho talks about the importance of calling 811 before you do any digging on your property. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser talks with Brad Close, president and CEO of the National Federation of Independent Businesses about a bill in front of congress called Right to Repair Act. The legislation generally requires manufacturers to provide consumers and independent repair shops with access to repair documentation, diagnostic tools, replacement parts and software updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser talks with Brad Close, president and CEO of the National Federation of Independent Businesses about upcoming legislation meant to make it easier for small businesses and repair shops to fix automobiles and industrial machines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Lancho, senior manager of external and government affairs for Kentucky American Water, joins Kruser to talk about critical information provided by the Kentucky 811 service to homeowners doing any type of excavation on their property. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Vied with Fayette Co. Kids Matter joins Kruser in hour two. Matthew Vied is a fiscal advocate/watchdog, reporting and providing communication on the budget shortfall and what lead to the gross mismanagement of Fayette County School Board funds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.