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Congressman Massie takes a step to prevent U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran war, Rep. Grossberg appears before an ethics commission, a candidate for Kentucky's 6th Congressional district picks up an endorsement, Congressman Rogers honors first responders, and Gov. Beshear names a new health commissioner.
"No Kings" rallies were held across Kentucky on Saturday, Kentuckians react to news of apparent politically-motivated violence in Minnesota, the head of the DNC visits Kentucky, and a Democratic state lawmaker facing allegations of harassing women has his latest motion denied.
Kruser talks with Bob Babbage about the Gov. Beshear campaigning for other Democrats and councilwoman Denise Gray choosing to not run for reelection and fan favorite UK coach and recruiter Vince Marrow taking the GM position for in-state rival Louisville in hour 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bob Babbage joins Kruser to talk about Donald Trump's immigration policy causing civil unrest in Los Angeles and Gov. Beshear's promoting his fellow Democrats to boost his notoriety within the party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sen. Bledsoe discusses FCPS' attempt to raise the occupational tax, a bipartisan bill to promote opioid recovery clears the U.S. House, Kentucky's gas tax is falling again, honoring Kentucky officers killed in the line of duty, and feeding children during the summer.
How defunding the Job Corps program would impact Union County, Gov. Beshear renews his push for universal pre-K, the Make America Health Again Kentucky Task Force holds its first meeting, and we answer the question everyone's asking about those noisy cicadas.
Gov. Beshear says it's likely he'll call a special session to deal with recent storm damage, a look at the investigation into Kentucky's medical cannabis program, new guidance regarding the COVID-19 vaccine, Lexington's first-ever riverfront park, and a city unveils its first flag.
Reaction to the House passing Trump's tax and budget plan, Gov. Beshear gives an update on the storm cleanup, family members of a tornado survivor talk about his long road to recovery, a Kentucky mother discusses a new state law intended to protect road crews as millions of people prepare to hit the road for the Memorial Day weekend.
Beshear's podcast is doing awful. He can't even break 2,000 video views with guest like Coach Calipari. That leads to the question, what is Beshear's sponsors exactly paying for?Auditor Ball sues Beshear over failure to implement new laws.Cameron gets charged with an ethic violation from his 2023 campaign. The timing seems odd and points to political motivations.
Gov. Beshear declares a state of emergency ahead of more severe weather, we look at how Mercer County is still recovering from last month's flooding, Congressional Republicans reject a bill backed by President Trump, and a pediatrician talks about a KY school's decission to ban energy drinks.
Walmart says prices are expected to go up because of tariffs, how tariffs are impacting Kentucky retailers, Kentucky's Auditor sues the Beshear administration over 2024 legislation, more rounds of severe weather are expected in Kentucky, and catch up with actor and Lexington-native Josh Hopkins.
A new report says 2025 is so far the wettest year on record for the state of Kentucky, why Mammoth Cave National Park could soon get bigger, and who Gov. Beshear is reportedly encouraging to run for Kentucky's Sixth Congressional District.
Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the latest political news from Frankfort and Washington D.C. Guests: John Cheves, Lexington Herald-Leader; Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; and Sarah Ladd, Kentucky Lantern.
Beshear's quest for President is not going so well as he keeps running into the "nobody really cares" potholes in the road. Barr makes some mistakes in his early start for Senate. Scott Jennings is a rumored 3rd candidate.Why can't we get away from Mitch McConnell in Kentucky?
Dr. Reilly joins Larry to talk about Trump's meeting with the new Canadian Prime Minister, Gov. Beshear's jab at Trump during the Derby, and a new "woke right" movement on the rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A non-profit is helping parents talk to their kids about substance use, Gov. Beshear says he's working to improve efficiency at the state's regional driver licensing offices, Murray State University has a new president, vaccine rates fall in Kentucky, a Boone County mother is speaking out after her teenage daughter died by suicide, and the newest KSP graduates are celebrated.
Kentucky sees a 30% drop in fatal drug overdoses, Gov. Beshear discusses Medicaid funding on Fox News, Congressman Barr picks up more endorsements, a report says Kentucky has slipped when it comes to teacher pay, a Louisville communications strategist and Air Force veteran recollects 9/11, and sampling dishes to better understand how your local food system works.
Police troopers came to the church to fulfill Gov. Beshear's threat to target anyone who attended a church service against his in-person worship ban. Constitutional expert, lawyer, author, pastor, and founder of Liberty Counsel Mat Staver discusses the important topics of the day with co-hosts and guests that impact life, liberty, and family. To stay informed and get involved, visit LC.org.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recounts his heroin addiction during annual drug summit in Nashville, FEMA denies Kentucky's request for certain flood aid, a soybean farmer discusses impact of Trump's tariff policies, Churchill Downs pauses a major renovation project because of tariffs, and a state representative announces a run for Congress.
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Bob Babbage joins Kruser to talk about Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez campaigning together, Gov. Beshear's new podcast, and Andy Barr's pursuit of Mitch McConnell's seat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Auditor Allison Ball launches an investigation into the state's medical cannabis program, Gov. Beshear talks about the flood response, an increase in calls to the state's gambling hotline, helping low-income Kentuckians go on to college, and Kentucky has a new poet laureate.
We're back from a spring break hiatus. We've got KY Senate finance deadlines, issues with KSP, RFK Jr idiocy, bad Beshear poll numbers, and more!
Louisville's mayor says flooding cleanup is on track ahead of the Kentucky Derby Festival, Buffalo Trace Distillery reopens to visitors on a limited basis, Kentucky's Senate President praises Trump's executive orders related to coal, a ceremonial swearing-in for Kentucky first woman to lead to the state supreme court, and some young Kentuckians are bucking the trend by choosing to stay on the farm.
I endured tens of minutes of Andy Beshear's first podcast episode, and it is pretty clear he has made a show that no one will actually find entertaining.A four year old was handing out dollar bills to drag dancers at a publicly funded drag show in Kentucky.Nate Morris, Andy Barr, and Daniel Cameron all have senate race news surrounding Trump as the question of who (if anyone) will Trump support in the upcoming senate election.
A child dies after being swept away by floodwaters on his way to the bus stop in Franklin County, state leaders urge everyone to use caution as more rounds of rain are on the way, a state lawmaker criticizes the governor's latest veto relating to school safety officers, and Mark Green with The Lane Report talks about some of the economic trends in the state.
Tornadoes cause damage across Kentucky with more severe weather expected, a longtime member of state government is retiring, Kentucky's U.S. Senators are at odd with President Trump over his latest tariff plan, Beshear sues stop a new law from being implemented, and UofL's new president discusses a new law banning DEI on college campuses.
Severe weather is once again moving into the Commonwealth, a new app to help people stay on top of severe weather, a southern Kentucky school district announces a big expansion, KDE stands to lose millions of dollars in federal funding, and a newly designed bat that's taking MLB by storm is made in Kentucky.
Governor Beshear signs a flood relief bill into law, a Kentucky professor leads an in-depth study into water contaminants, marking Child Abuse Prevention Month in Kentucky, Kentucky joins more than two dozen states suing the Trump administration, and an Eastern Kentucky school district takes a unique approach to protecting its students.
Beshear has decided that the Legislature must give the Beshear Admin a made up amount of money per new bill passed or else Beshear possibly won't follow the new laws. It's like a second veto that takes a bribe to overcome.Pamela Stevenson says there won't be a competitive Democrat Primary for the Senate. If she's right, and Stevenson is the best Dems in KY have, then the real race for the next Senator will be in the Republican Primary.
Lawmakers work to overturn many of Gov. Beshear's vetoes, why 15-year-olds will need to wait before applying for a driver's permit, a Democratic politician holds a town hall in Congressman Barr's district, a shake-up in leadership at UofL, two major Kentucky universities are joining forces, and a behind-the-scenes look Louisville's Muhammad Ali International Airport.
Planned Parenthood hands out explicit coloring books to kids. Is UK asking what animal someone is? Beshear Vetoes some bills. This episode was recorded this morning. Planned Parenthood has since come out and admitted to giving out the books, despite prior statement to the contrary.
Former Gov. Bevin and his adopted son reach a settlement in a protective order case, Gov. Beshear signs bill allowing Kentucky teens to apply for driver permits at 15, Congressman Barr hosts a telephone town hall after declining to attend a town hall in Lexington, Congressman McGarvey says Pres. Trump's tariffs hurt Americans, crews discuss cleanup still underway after deadly flooding in Pike Co.
Gov. Beshear vetoes more than a dozen bills before lawmakers reconvene for the final days of the legislative session, Congressman James Comer says he's lost confidence in public radio, Kentucky's public libraries are reacting to an executive order dismantling funding, and NASA is giving $3 million to a KY-based foundation to fund space-based research on brain cells.
Beshear Vetoes a bill that stops taxpayers funding the gender transition services, hormones, and surgeries for 10,000 - 15,000 Kentuckians that the Beshear Admin says is currently receiving those services and using Medicaid to pay for them. The Media has been heavily pushing a narrative on Matt Bevin when it comes to the treatment of his son Jonah Bevin, but there is more going on with that story. They are hoping you don't read the full articles and ask questions like "What should a parent do in this situation?"
Larry talks with Austin Horn from the Herald Leader about his thoughts on the State General Assembly and takes your calls on Gov. Beshear's decision to to extend the tax filing date for victims of the severe flooding here in Kentucky in hour 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hundreds show up to a town hall event that Congressman Barr declined to attend, Congressman McGarvey discusses where the national Democratic party goes from here, Gov. Beshear vetoes legislation that would overturn his ban on conversion therapy, and a worker at Mammoth Cave National Park is let go and then rehired.
Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant, including the upcoming resumption of the General Assembly for legislators to consider Gov. Andy Beshear's vetoes. Guests: Sylvia Goodman, Kentucky Public Radio; Phillip Bailey, USA Today; and McKenna Horsley, Kentucky Lantern.
Kentucky's Lt. Gov. joins educators and parents to speak against eliminating the Department of Education, Sen. McConnell also discusses education cuts, Congressman Barr defends DOGE, Gov. Beshear vetoes an anti-DEI bill, and why one library is offering a Little Free Shuttle.
Beshear vetoes legislation relating to the state's agriculture department, Sen. Stivers looks ahead to the remaining two days of the session, UK distances itself from a program that sparked a federal investigation, meet a freshman lawmaker representing Northeastern Kentucky, and a summit focused on the mental health of Kentucky's young adults.
Larry talks about the confusion surrounding the newfound disdain for Elon Musk, Gov. Beshear's political future, and asks which team would you rather UK face in the second round all in hour 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lawmakers pass a bill aimed at transgender inmates, schools that have missed lots of days stand to gain some relief, an amendment is added to a bill requiring a moment of silence in school, Gov. Beshear discusses tariffs on CNN, UK is named in a federal Dept. of Education investigation, and a big weekend for sports in the Commonwealth.
U.S. Rep. James Comer discusses his political future, Daniel Cameron criticizes Sen. McConnell, the death toll rises following flooding and freezing temperatures, students react to a bill that would eliminate DEI programs at Kentucky's public universities, and visiting the Northern Kentucky town of Bellevue.
Gov. Beshear says damage damage from recent flooding will surpass $1 billion, lawmakers seem willing to give school district more flexibility for making up missed days, a third DUI offense could soon become a felony, a priority bill banning tax-payer funded hormone therapy for inmates generates a lot of debate, and more of Renee Shaw's conversation with Congressman Andy Barr.
At least 11 dead and more than 1,000 people rescued after widespread flooding in Kentucky, Congressman Andy Barr responds to President Trump's argument to eliminate the department that responds to natural disasters as the state deals with more destruction, and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee and celebrated artist, Elmer Lucille Allen, talks about growing up in segregated Louisville.
The Beshear Administration is asked some pretty pointed questions from legislators regarding the spending of over $6 million dollars in order to turn an existing building into 18 apartments in Jackson, KY. I also dig into how localities buying up property development rights while also spending tax funds to drive up the population in their towns creates an endless cycle of increased home costs in Kentucky.
The Scott County Attorney proves I was right while trying to say I was wrong. Beshear spending big money on an extravagant trip. TI-82 calculator training raises a few questions. Communists groups in KY are becoming more vocal.
Beshear was on a call with Chuck Schumer when he said that Americans needed to suffer in order to learn not to vote for someone like Trump again. What did Beshear mean by that? I'll take a look at his track record during that last Trump Administration when it came to issues that Democrats blamed Trump for. Scott County Jail is changing it's policy in regards to illegal immigrants. Their old policy is a perfect example of how Leftist within professional organizations and government can shape policy even when not holding an elected office. Finally, I dig through a few more bills that are being considered this legislative session in Frankfort.
Trump is taking swift action to purge DEI from the Federal Government. I'll go over why he is, and why the KY GOP is failing to do so in Kentucky. Beshear attends the WEF. Spending on lobbying in KY reaches new record levels.