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A Thursday Special: David Helmers is kicking off Railbird weekend with a stop by the DoGood Radio Hour podlab! Join us today to hear about Railbird 2025 and the many projects David has in the works to shine a spotlight on Kentucky talent.

Welcome to the 100th episode of the DoGood Radio Hour! We are celebrating this milestone with our friend, Mayor Linda Gorton, who joins us in the podlab to talk about all things 25Lex!

This week on the DoGood Radio Hour, we're sitting down with Noa Gimelli, co-chair of the Fund for Greater Lexington—a powerhouse of charitable giving dedicated to making Lexington an even better place to call home.

❤️ Feel the Love, Make a Difference! ❤️ On this week's DoGood Radio Hour, we're joined by Jon Parker, Executive Director of AVOL, to talk about their incredible work supporting health equity and ending HIV in Kentucky. Plus, we're diving into Heartstrings: Stable Housing, Stable Living, their special Valentine's-inspired event happening Thursday, February 13th! This year's Heartstrings breakfast will raise awareness and funding to create innovative housing opportunities for medically vulnerable individuals—because everyone deserves a safe, stable place to call home.

✨ New Year, New Stories! ✨ We're kicking off 2025 with a wicked good episode of the DoGood Radio Hour Podcast!

Meg Sutton epitomizes someone who "does it all." From her role as financial advisor at Baird, to impacting her community with the MADE program, Meg is always on the go - making a difference at every stop! Today, Meg joins us in the podlab to talk about the MADE program and how a lifetime of loving Lexington has made her the fabulous friend, coach, mom, and neighbor she is,

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide ideology and attempts. Please listen at your own discretion. Today's guest is Reuben Watson - the Central Region Advancement Director for Sunrise Children's Services - and one of the bravest, most resilient friends you can ask for.

Yajaira Aich West joins the podlab to talk about the fabulous programs PNC has to offer, her intense love for Lexington, and how she is singlehandedly laying the blueprint for fierce, fearless women everywhere.

Our special guest, Stephanie Arnold from Bluegrass Corporate Cares Connection, shares how their new website is revolutionizing community service.

Dive into the transformative power of outdoor adventure with our latest episode of the DoGood Radio Hour! Today, we sit down with Julie Breitigan from the Life Adventure Center to explore how they're using outdoor experiences to empower lives affected by trauma and foster resilience for a brighter future. Tune in as we discuss their upcoming Extreme Adventure Challenge in May and get inspired to join the movement of creating a more resilient world!

Louie Kessinger is a true jack of all trades! He is a financial advisor, a podcast host, the leader of Young Professionals of Lexington, a board member of our own BGCF365, and most importantly, a wonderful friend. Today, he joins us in the podlab to share his generational financial wisdom, the power of philanthropic giving, and the importance of finding connections. You won't want to miss this one!

Tune in to the latest DoGood Radio Hour featuring Gary Cremeans from United Way of the Bluegrass! Discover the power of VITA - a FREE tax prep service by trained IRS volunteers for those earning

A new hero has joined UK Healthcare! A hero that improves overall mood, increases optimism for patients, and allows those healing to experience a sense of control in their health journey. Who is this hero, you ask? VIDEO GAMES! And with Cody Dean leading the new Kloiber Foundation Teen Lounge and their therapeutic gaming program, a face of "getting better" is certainly changing for the kids at UK! Join us today on the DoGood Radio Hour to learn all about how this room and their fun tactics are impacting the healing process and giving kids who need it most, the chance to just be kids.

What happens when you take a deep love for Kentucky, fun history facts, and a few tastes of bourbon - wrap them together with the best local cuisine and delicious experiences - and tie the bow with a fierce, fun and fabulous woman leading the way? Bites of the Bluegrass, of course! Join us today as Erin Goins, founder of Bites of the Bluegrass, takes us on a journey from her early tour days to the upcoming "Just a Few Miles South" tour being offered with the Queen of Kentucky Culinary, Chef Ouita Michel. Learn more at bitesofthebluegrass.com

Happy 2024! We are POPPING 2024 off with one of our favorite guests of all time, Rayann White from the illustrious Rayann's Popcorn in Greyline Station. If you are looking to be inspired, are needing a quick cry, or if you are just a little hungry, you don't want to miss this episode!

Kelly Hale and Michael Preacely join us in the podlab to talk about the exciting new organization, Uniting Voices Lexington, and how it is impacting lives of children in the Lexington community. To learn more about Uniting Voices Lexington, visit www.unitingvoiceslexington.org To learn more about who we are and what we do at Blue Grass Community Foundation, visit bgcf.org or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @bgcfky

In this episode of the DoGood Radio Hour, we sit down with the inspiring JoEllen Wilhoite from The Nest.

One of the coolest places in Lexington is about to get a whole lot cooler! Join us in the latest episode of the DoGood Radio Hour Podcast as we chat with Kathryn Burzynski from Greyline Station about their exciting Winter Fest and unveil their ambitious plans for big changes in 2024. ❄️✨

Tune in to the spooktacular BOOGood Radio Hour!