Podcasts about eastern kentucky

This week, it's been a year since Hurricane Helene barreled into central Appalachia. The storm caused floods and landslides. The disaster changed the shape of rivers. It also took lives and upended entire communities, but from the beginning, the recovery brought people together.Also, country music's Rob McNurlin grew up with traditional music in Eastern Kentucky. His friend Marty Stuart says he's a folk hero. And we check up on Virginia rapper and producer Byron Mack. 

In this episode of DevelopLex, Weston and Ross sit down with legendary garden designer Jon Carloftis at his restored downtown Lexington home - known locally as “The Botherum”. From humble roots in Eastern Kentucky to designing rooftop gardens in New York City, Jon shares his journey of passion, intuition, and preservation and the importance of beauty in the built environment.Now back in Kentucky, John is helping redefine how we experience place, from Castle & Key and Maker's Mark to The Summit at Fritz Farm. His approach to landscape design goes beyond aesthetics - it's about enhancing how people feel, move, and connect within a space.Hosted by Weston Lockhart and Ross BoggessDevelopLex is proud to be supported by:⁠⁠SVN Stone Commercial Real Estate⁠⁠⁠⁠Community Trust Bank⁠⁠⁠⁠Craftsman Contractors ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bowman

In this captivating episode, join us for an immersive outdoor classrooms tour and talk with Tina Brouwer Kraska from Red Oaks Forest School, where exploration meets education. Since 2014, Red Oaks has been at the forefront of nature-based learning, focusing on conservation and community engagement from parent-child programs through adolescence.Episode Highlights:Outdoor Classrooms Tour: As a CIRCLE Member, take a virtual journey through the innovative outdoor classrooms at Red Oaks Forest School, designed to inspire exploration and discovery.Conservation and Connection: Learn how the school weaves conservation into its curriculum, fostering a profound respect for the natural world among students of all ages.Comprehensive Programming: Discover the wide array of programs available, from parent-child classes to adolescent adventures, all crafted to strengthen connections with nature.Community Building: Hear compelling stories of how Red Oaks cultivates strong community bonds and personal growth through its unique educational approach.Join Tina as she shares the inspiring journey of Red Oaks Forest School, highlighting the magic that happens when exploration meets education. Prepare to be inspired by the transformative power of outdoor learning and the lifelong connections it creates!Meet Tina: Tina Brouwer-Kraska is Director, Co-founder, and a Lead Educator at Red Oaks Forest School serving Central and Eastern Kentucky. Tina holds a B.S. in Natural Resource Conservation and an M.S. from the University of Kentucky, where she studied the behavior and reintroduction of Peregrine Falcons in Kentucky. She has served as a naturalist in Ohio and a raptor biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, focusing on public engagement and collaborative conservation. She is also a certified Southeastern Appalachian Naturalist and a frequent co-host on the Nature Guys podcast. She is passionate about connecting youth and communities to the natural world through education, exploration, and play.Connect with Tina: Website: https://www.redoaksforestschool.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redoaks_explorers/Facebook: www.facebook.com/redoaksforestschoolCONNECT WITH VICTORIA:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1OUTDOOR CLASSROOM RESOURCES:The Outdoor Classrooms CIRCLE MembershipOutdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification ProgramSeeds of Inspiration for Outdoor Learning Card Deck

Content Warning: This episode discusses a murder scene in detail as well as a suicide. Please use care deciding when or whether to listen.In this episode of Kentucky History & Haunts, we travel back to 1970s Floyd County to uncover the high-profile—but surprisingly underreported—murder of Prestonsburg Mayor Dr. George P. Archer.Born into a prominent Eastern Kentucky family of doctors and civic leaders, Archer carried on a legacy of medicine, public service, and political influence. From expanding healthcare access in rural communities to transforming Prestonsburg's infrastructure and serving as mayor, Archer's career was full of ambition and impact.But his story came to a shocking and violent end on the night of July 12, 1973, when he was gunned down outside his medical clinic. The crime, committed in a well-lit, public space across from a drive-in theatre, stunned the small community. Despite early leads—including a suspiciously similar revolver attack on Archer's home earlier that year, eyewitness accounts of a fleeing Buick LeSabre, and questions directed toward those close to him—the case was never solved.Along the way, we'll also trace Archer's deep ties to Prestonsburg's most powerful families, his clashes with the United Mine Workers Association, his role in reshaping healthcare access in Eastern Kentucky, and the political pressures of leading a coal town during a time of economic and social change.This is the story of a man who seemed untouchable—until he wasn't.Southern Bell Data Phone Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsqHBzW6gS0&t=1sTo reach Jessie, email kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.comSend a postcard to:Jessie Bartholomew9115 Leesgate Rd, Suite ALouisville, KY 40222

Tommy Rybacki, the head football coach of the Nicholls State Colonels, joined Sports Talk. Coach Rybacki recapped the Colonels' 27-7 loss to Eastern Kentucky. He evaluated his team's offensive struggles in the matchup. Coach Rybacki also previewed the Colonels' upcoming conference slate.

Heather Clary Director of Communications at Better Business Bureau of Central & Eastern Kentucky talks to Jack and his listeners about an article on their website that gives advise on how to reduce debt and raise your credit scores. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicholls State head football coach Tommy Rybacki joined Sports Talk. Coach Rybacki discussed the Colonels' focus as they try to "right the ship" during their current losing streak. He evaluated the "surprise" team in the Southland Conference. Coach Rybacki also previewed the Colonels' challenge against Eastern Kentucky.

The Power of Partnership: Upskilling for Eastern KentuckyGuests:- Dottie Nolan: EKCEP Training Coordinator- Linda Chen & Donnie Grimes: The Center for Professional Development, University of the CumberlandsEpisode Highlights:The Need: Dottie discusses why EKCEP saw a need for new, customized certification courses to make job seekers more employable.The Partnership: The team explains the collaborative process of creating custom, asynchronous training programs that clients can complete on their own time.The Courses: We break down the key skills covered in four certification programs:Financial Literacy: Budgeting, credit, and banking basics.Customer Service: Skills for customer-facing roles across various industries.Digital Literacy: Computer skills, online safety, and software like Microsoft Office.Real-World Impact: We hear a success story and discuss how these certifications demonstrate a candidate's value to potential employers.The Future: Our guests share what's next for this successful partnership and potential new course offerings.Get Involved: Dottie explains how EKCEP clients can sign up for these exclusive, no-cost training opportunities.Thank you to our guests! To learn more about EKCEP's services or to find a job, visit ekcep.org or your local Kentucky Career Center.

Discover an all new community of people that love to cook, grill, smoke, tailgate, share tips, tricks, recipes, and recommendations. Curious about getting into that lifestyle? Are you a seasoned pro that loves to share knowledge? There's room for everybody at this get-together.   Go to www.deadmeatsociety.com, sign up for the weekly newsletter, and fire up your interest!!   Follow The ThunderCast on social media so you never miss an episode or a ticket giveaway!! ThunderCast.Online Instagram Tik Tok Threads Twitter Facebook YouTube   The ThunderCast is brought to you each week by Leasure Oliver PLLC. Please remember, if you are ever the victim of a car wreck, contact Leasure Oliver PLLC at 304carwreck.com Jason and Matt are local attorneys proudly serving West Virginia, Kentucky, & Ohio. Like them on Facebook as well.   5 Things Every Herd Fan Needs To Know This Week is sponsored by Ignite Link, The Tri-State's Premier IT Management Team.  Contact Ignite Link for all of your business' IT and media consulting needs at (304)908-9424 or online at: Website Facebook Twitter   Learn how you or your business can be a part of The Thunder Trust Follow The Thunder Trust on all Social Media Outlets Instagram Twitter Facebook   Join the Big Green for as little as $5/Month, so you can take advantage of all of the money saving Herd Perks that come along with membership, in addition to from providing critical scholarship funding for our Herd Athletes.     ALWAYS buy your tickets to ALL Marshall Home Games, Away Games, Tournaments, & Bowl Games at HerdZone.com or by calling 800-The-Herd   Sign your kids up for The Thundering Herd Kids Club and let's build a new era of passionate Herd Fans!!   We'll see you around The Joan... Go Herd!!

Nicole Hidalgo joins the show to share a horrific story of a sex trafficking ring in Eastern Kentucky involving judges, sheriffs, preachers, jailers, and a fire chief. The story came to light last year when a Sheriff shot and killed a Judge in his chambers. However, Nicole has been following this story for years before it grabbed headlines.This episode is truly jaw dropping and leaves me wondering, when will the Attorney General finally get involved and investigate?

American Resources Corp CEO Mark Jensen joined Steve Darling to announce that its subsidiary, Electrified Materials Corporation, has developed a low-cost, scalable method to extract rare earth elements (REEs) from common e-waste—including speakers, power tools, and hard drives, even those previously shredded during data destruction. Electrified Materials is positioning itself as a cutting-edge recycler of metals and minerals for the electrified economy, specializing in transforming end-of-life products into new steel-based, battery-grade, and magnet-grade inputs. Jensen explained that the company's mechanical separation process sorts materials based on physical properties such as density and hardness, resulting in a clean mixed rare earth powder. This powder is then supplied to ReElement Technologies Corporation, where it undergoes refinement into ultra-high-purity separated oxides (99.5%–99.999%), unlocking the potential for premium-grade rare earth oxides used in domestic commercial and defense manufacturing. Beyond the technological breakthrough, the company is well positioned for scale. Electrified Materials controls more than 135 acres of industrial property across Indiana and Eastern Kentucky, which will serve as hubs for its planned expansion into disposition services and the recycling of rare earth magnets, lithium-ion batteries, and defense metals—all critical supply chain inputs for advanced technologies in national security, hyperscale computing, and the electrified economy. By bridging innovative recycling technologies with strategically located industrial assets, American Resources and its subsidiaries are advancing a sustainable, domestic rare earth supply chain at a time of increasing global demand. #proactiveinvestors #americanresourcescorporation #nasdaq #arec #SustainableMining, #MineralRefining, #RecyclingInnovation, #CriticalMinerals, #RareEarthRecycling, #EVRecycling, #BatteryRecycling, #princialminerals #adamjohnson #RareEarths #EWasteRecycling #ReElement #CriticalMinerals #SustainableTech #MagnetRecycling #TechInnovation #GreenSupplyChain #ElectrifiedMaterials

New industries, like artificial intelligence and nuclear energy, and how Eastern Kentucky can get involved were big topics at this year's SOAR Summit, a state lawmaker, who's served more than 20 years in Frankfort, announces his current term will be his last, and a prominent city mayor says he's not seeking re-election.

Sean Hammond is joined once again by Shane Holinde from the Kentucky Mesonet to discuss the network's recent growth, including new weather station sites across Kentucky. They dive into current drought conditions, the importance of Mesonet data for agriculture, and remember the late broadcaster Brandon Robinson, a respected voice in Eastern Kentucky.

This episode of The C.L. Brown Show features Louisville football defensive end Clev Lubin, a transfer from Coastal Carolina who led the team in sacks in its win over Eastern Kentucky. Lubin discusses his journey from being at West Point with Army as a freshman through junior college at Iowa Western and a year at Coastal before landing at Louisville. He explains his different sack celebrations — and tells why he won't do the "Karate Kid" pose again during a game. And tells why he still feels like he has something to prove.

Host John Lund recaps Louisville's 51-17 win over Eastern Kentucky in the season and home opener on Saturday, August 30. Game summary includes the key plays and drives, showcases of some of the best individual performances, clips from head coach Jeff Brohm's postgame press conference and more. Quarterback Miller Moss dazzled in his Cardinals debut, runningback Isaac Brown added his resume for best runningback in the ACC and the Louisville defense did its job. Penalties, however, left a sour taste in the mouth and will be something to improve on for Week 2. We also shoutout Taylor Swift's Six Degrees of Seperation to Louisville, and offer a goodbye to a college football legend - and one of Louisville's own from many years ago - Lee Corso.

In 1750, surveyor Christopher Gist set out to explore the wilderness of what's now Southwest Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, and West Virginia. Hired by the Ohio Company, Gist mapped the Appalachian frontier and discovered coal.  He also guided a young George Washington, becoming an important figure in the French and Indian War. Join us as we tell the story of Christopher Gist, another one of the Stories of Appalachia.If you've not done so already, subscribe to the Stories podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts.Thanks for listening!

Cardinal Authority's Jody Demling and Michael McCammon discuss Louisville's season opener vs Eastern Kentucky To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host John Lund offers an in-depth preview of Louisville's season and home opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, August 30. Game notes include how the Colonels fared last season, important players lost to graduation or the transfer portal, key players returning and new players expected to make an impact on offense, defense and special teams. Who wins the game, and more importantly, who covers? You can follow John on Twitter @lundinbridge and also watch his other college football show Coast To Coast College Football on Youtube or listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

As Appalachians, we are mighty proud of Chris Stapleton, the 47-year-old Lexington, Ky., native who grew up not far from us in the tiny Johnson County town of Staffordsville in Eastern Kentucky. To date, Chris has won 11 Grammys, 11 Academy of Country Music Awards and 15 Country Music Association Awards.Besides that, he also has been named the ACM's Artist-Songwriter of the Decade, and not long ago Rolling Stone magazine included Stapleton among the “200 Greatest Singers of All Time.”Stapleton had written and/or co-written nearly 200 songs. He has six No. 1 country songs to his credit, including Kenny Chesney's “Never Wanted Nothing More,” Josh Turner's “Your Man,” George Strait's “Love's Gonna Make It Alright” and Luke Bryan's “Drink a Beer.” His work has appeared on albums by Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift and so many others.About This Stapleton SongHistory lovers also have always populated The Flood camp, so it's not surprising that this is our favorite Chris Stapleton composition.“Can You Run?” is set during the American Civil War and tells the story of a young slave pleading with his lover to join him for a dangerous dash to the Union line so that he can join “the freedom line of the Lincoln soldiers.”At one point in the song, he tells her: You know I hate to ask so late But the moment's finally come, And there won't be time to change your mind. Can you run?Click here to read more about this wonderful work.Our Take on the TuneThe Flood's current iteration of “Can You Run?” has been eight years in the making. Randy Hamilton brought the song to the band in the spring of 2017. He already had worked out the basic arrangement in his head, but it took a while to get the instrumentation just right.For instance, Jack Nuckols, whose drumming is so fundamental to this track, didn't arrive on The Flood scene until a couple of years ago, about the same time that Charlie Bowen began learning a bit of banjo, so that his five-string could provide a kicky little counterbalance to the sweet soloing by Danny Cox and Sam St. Clair.Happy with where the song has come, the guys are pretty likely to want to include it among the tunes they record on the new album they hope to start work on this fall. Stay tuned!More From Randy?Finally, if you'd like to hear more tunes that feature Randy Hamilton's vocals, check out the Randy Channel on the free Radio Floodango music streaming service.Click here to give it a spin! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com

Meet Jeremy Kidd & Brad Mullins--Principals in the amazing Laurel County School District in Eastern Kentucky. Jeremy is the Principal at South Laurel HS, and Brad is the Principal at Hazel Green Elementary--both established and respected leaders in their school communities and families! Join us LIVE tonight at 7 pm EST as we talk leadership, life--AND KICKING OFF SCHOOL for the 25-26 school year at Laurel SchoolsThis podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It is also the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/ELBIXL

Mississippi St vs. Southern Miss College Football Pick Prediction 8/30/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Mississippi St at Southern Miss 12PM ET—Mississippi St went 2-10 last year for head coach Jeff Lebby in his second season with the team. The team returns sixteen starters with nine on offense. They beat only Eastern Kentucky and UMASS and finished at 0-8 in the SEC.

Cardinal Authority's Jody Demling and Michael McCammon discuss the start of the Louisville football season. Cardinals host Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, August 30. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

State lawmakers and housing leaders discuss how to increase the state's housing supply, what we know about the rising number of COVID cases in Kentucky, meet a man who reentered the workforce in his 60s as we focus on older workers, and what a new study says about a sweet opportunity for the state's economy in Eastern Kentucky.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss some questions heading into the season.-In alphabetical order, these were the first 4 teams left out of the 2024 FCS playoff bracket - Chattanooga, Southeastern Louisiana University, Southern Utah, Stony Brook. Which of these teams is most likely to make the 2025 playoff bracket?-In alphabetical order, these were the last 4 teams selected into the 2024 FCS playoff bracket - Eastern Kentucky, Northern Arizona, Tennessee State, UT Martin. Which of these teams is LEAST likely to make the 2025 playoff bracket?-What is South Dakota State's most likely record after its first 2 games?-Will the House settlement era (schools revenue-sharing with players, in-house NIL, no scholarship limits unless conferences individually set them) create more parity in the FCS nationally, or will it widen the gap even more?-Which FCS conference will see the next team move to the FBS?-What are your expectations for the Ivy League champion and their FCS playoff debut this season?The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit Hero Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

Vocalist Les Masters hails from the same Eastern Kentucky holler that spawned Loretta Lynn, Dwight Yoakum, and Chris Stapleton. Les shares the story of the road he traveled that brought him to sitting on his grandmother's grave with a .22 pistol in his hand, ready to take his life, when he heard the words, “Don't do it.” Lesterlemaster@gmail.com www.TheLesMastersBand.com ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Look for HOPE is Here: - at www.HOPEisHere.Today - on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HOPEisHereToday - on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hopeisherelex/ - on X (Twitter) - https://www.x.com/hopeisherelex - on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hopeisherelex - on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtJ47I4w6atOHr7agGpOuvA Help us bring HOPE and encouragement to others: - by texting the word GIVE to 833-713-1591 - by visiting https://www.hopeisheretoday.org/donate   #Lexington #Kentucky #christianradio #JesusRadio #Jesus #WJMM #GregHorn #GregJHorn #suicideprevention #KentuckyRadio #HOPEisHere #Hope #HopeinJesus #FoodForThoughtFriday #MondayMotivation #FridayFeeling #Motivation #Inspiration #cupofHope #FYP #ForYouPage #SuicideAwareness

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-south

Matthew Sparks and Oliva Sizemore join Jana Byars for a fun, chilling, and thoughtful discussion about about Haint Country: Dark Tales from the Hills and Hollers (University Press of Kentucky, 2024). The hills of the Appalachia region hold secrets—dark, deep, varied, and mysterious. These secrets are often told in the form of eerie, thrilling, and creepy folk tales that reveal strange sightings, curious oddities, and commonly serve as cautionary tales for eager and curious ears. These spine-tingling stories have been told and retold by family members, neighbors, and "hillfolk" for generations. Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers is a collection of weird, otherworldly, and supernatural phenomenon in Eastern Kentucky—tales that have been recorded and documented for the first time. Collected and adapted by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the anthology explores stories of ghosts or "haints," strange creatures or "boogers," haunted locations or "stained earth," uncanny happenings or "high strangeness," and humorous Appalachian ghost stories. Contemporary yarns of black panthers, demons, and sightings of ghostly coal miners are narrated in the first person, reflecting the style and dialect of the collected oral history. Though comprised of a mixture of claimed accounts and fabricated lore, the locations and people woven throughout are very real. Complemented with evocative watercolor illustrations by Olivia Sizemore (who was inspired by the work of Stephen Gammell) and a compendium that provides additional context, Haint Country is a thrilling and bone-chilling excursion to the spooky corner of Appalachia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

From a small town in Eastern Kentucky to advising on over $1.5 trillion in M&A transactions, Jim Woolery's career journey is worth tracking. As a former Senior Partner at elite law firm Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, Co-head of M&A at JP Morgan, and hedge fund founder, Jim shares the strategic decisions and bold moves that shaped his extraordinary career.In this episode, Jim reveals:The one simple thing you must do to make partner at a top law firmHow he transitioned from law to investment banking at the highest levelsWhy he left a prestigious partnership to keep challenging himselfThe "country lawyering" tactics that closed billion-dollar dealsHis framework for prioritizing the 3 critical elements in every transactionWhy he founded his own advisory firm after hedge fund successJim's story demonstrates the power of continuous learning, strategic risk-taking, and staying ahead of market trends. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, considering a career pivot, or building your own firm, this conversation offers invaluable insights from someone who mastered multiple industries at their pinnacle.Connect with Jim: 917-841-4832 | https://www.wooleryco.com/Topics: Career transitions, M&A, corporate law, investment banking, hedge funds, entrepreneurship, leadership

In hour two, Larry dons his play-by-play baseball announcer hat - as the Eastern Kentucky little league team plays Michigan in the Great Lakes Ohio Regional while "fielding" your questions and comments on geopolitical current events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this episode of From The Woods Today, Dr. Chris Barton, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, joins us to talk about why the land and topography cause Eastern Kentucky to experience such frequent flash flooding. Also on tap...Do you want to know more about the animals in your woods? The ones that sneak around unnoticed, but play a big part in the forest ecosystem? Frannie Preston, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, will teach you how to find and identify wildlife signs and learn how biologists use these signs as a tool for research. For more episodes of From the Woods Today, visit https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today. 7.30.25

An alleged victim is speaking out, exposing shocking claims of abuse and deep-rooted corruption involving the Letcher County Sheriff and a local judge—rocking a Kentucky community already known for its long, dark history of power abuse. The explosive accusations point to a disturbing pattern of misconduct and cover-ups that some say have plagued Letcher County for generations. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman digs deeper into what's really going on in Letcher County--and if this alleged abuse--paints a clearer picture about why a sheriff would shoot a judge midday in his chambers. In a shocking incident out of Kentucky, the Letcher County Sheriff allegedly shot and killed the Letcher County Judge inside his own chambers—sending shockwaves through the tight-knit Appalachian community. This deadly confrontation has raised urgent questions about corruption, abuse of power, and long-standing political tensions within Letcher County. The violent shooting is now at the center of a high-profile investigation as authorities and the public demand justice and transparency--and try to find a motive. This developing story out of Eastern Kentucky is drawing national attention and may expose deeper systemic issues in a county with a troubling history.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Welcome back to the East Kentucky Works podcast! In this episode, we're tackling some common misconceptions about the Kentucky Career Centers. Many people still think of them as the old "unemployment office," but they've evolved into something much more. We're here to bust three major myths and show you how the KCCs are a powerful resource for everyone in Eastern Kentucky, no matter where you are in your career journey.Myth #1: Kentucky Career Centers are just a depressing place to get a check.Myth #2: If I have a job, even if I'm unhappy or underemployed, the KCC can't help me.Myth #3: There are no good jobs in Eastern Kentucky; all the opportunities are elsewhere.Don't let outdated ideas hold you back! The Kentucky Career Centers are modern, dynamic hubs of opportunity for everyone in Eastern Kentucky. We encourage you to visit a KCC near you and see for yourself how we can help you build the career and life you want, right here at home.Visit our website at ekcep.org to find your nearest Kentucky Career Center, and follow us on facebook for updates and success stories!

Dan McHale—former D1 head coach at Eastern Kentucky and long-time assistant under Rick Pitino, Tubby Smith, and Kevin Willard—joins Cory Heitz to pull back the curtain on what college coaches actually look for in recruits. From his start as a student manager at Kentucky during their 1998 national title run, to coaching in the Big East, Big Ten, and Mountain West, Dan's career is packed with insider knowledge.In this episode, Dan shares what really matters when trying to land a D1 scholarship, why relationships are everything, and how families should think about prep school, JUCO, and international players in today's landscape. You'll hear how recruiting boards work behind closed doors, what qualities walk-ons need to succeed, and why some D2 or D3 paths might be better in the long run.For families navigating the college basketball journey, this episode delivers blunt, practical advice from someone who has lived it at every level.

Poet Leatha Kendrick believes that creativity is a habit. "To exercise your creativity is to keep it active and alive," she says. "You have to get up and walk to the library and then something can happen."Exercise your creativity with Leatha's favorite writing prompt. It will help you turn off your conscious mind and remember forgotten details.About Leatha KendrickAuthor of five poetry collections, Leatha Kendrick received Transylvania University's 2025 Judy Gaines Young Award, recognizing exceptional works by Appalachian authors. Leatha grew up on a southern Kentucky farm. Her adult life was spent in eastern Kentucky where she and her husband raised three daughters. Kendrick began writing seriously in midlife and found her first community of writers at the Appalachian Writers Workshop. She received her MFA in Poetry (at the age of 45) from Vermont College of Fine Arts. Recent poems and essays appear in anthologies such as Troublesome Rising: A Thousand-Year Flood in Eastern Kentucky and in journals including Appalachian Journal, Still: The Journal, and Hood of Bone Review.

Matt Jackson is a Hillsboro High School graduate (go Burros) where he lettered in both track and football. After graduating from Hillsboro, Jackson committed to play football at Eastern Kentucky over several other FCS offers. While at EKU he was a candidate for the Buck Buchanan Award for best FCS defensive player and was the winner of Phil Steele's ASUN Conference Defensive Player of the Year Award. In his final year, 2022, he led Eastern Kentucky in tackles on his way to being named all-conference and a third-team All-American. After going unselected in the 2023 NFL draft, Jackson was signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent. He was one of five undrafted rookies to make the team's final roster.Jackson was an active member on the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad last year. FSP Help us welcome, Matt Jackson.Check out Episode #572 as @JaiHov , @JEasley84 , @Lock_Tha_Great and @FSP_Wezzy as we conduct our interview with NFL Safety Matt Jackson. #FSPSTYLE.**Full Sport Press Episode #572 Breakdown**00:00-Intro12:00- Weezy's Yellow Box of Cereal Award: Malik Beasley14:40- 1st Half Intro15:30- Nikola Jokic won't sign an extension this year. Big Deal?19:50- Knicks Hire Mike Brown. Big Deal?24:15- NBA Rookie Extensions. Is This The End For The Thunder?29:20- HALFTIME- ICYMI:Lebron James Has A Richard Mille31:30- 2nd Half: Matt Jackson Interview

Faith, family and football. Vince Stover is the host of the Sports Stove Podcast dedicated to all things from Eastern Kentucky football to the Green Bay Packers. As well as a man of faith. Sit down, and enjoy Subscribe to Sports Stove Football Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sports-stove-football-show/id1496430873 This podcast is supported by Belly Up Sports and Belly Up Media Like, Follow and Subscribe to the Show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok Subscribe to our page for new Episodes of Time to BS Podcast, Seahawks Sessions, and BS Sessions New episodes of Time to BS released on Tuesdays New episodes of Seahawks Sessions released on Saturdays Social Pages: Twitter/X: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia Instagram: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia Threads: @stanielsmooth & @timetobspodcast TikTok: @stanielsmooth Get top tier watches with La-Touraine today: Dive, Tachymeter & Sport Watches | La Touraine Collection Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TimetoBSPodcast?utm_source=linktree_admin_share Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back for Season 2! In our first episode, "EKCEPS Insights: Building the Future Workforce," we sit down with two incredible individuals who are making a real difference in Eastern Kentucky's job market: EKCEPS Workforce Development Coordinators, Theresa Noble and Vanessa Collier.Join us as Theresa and Vanessa pull back the curtain on the crucial role of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in our state. They'll demystify what WIOA is all about and walk us through their day-to-day responsibilities in supporting community action agencies and WIOA programs.Thinking about a career change, looking for your first job, or seeking to upskill? Our guests will shine a light on the vast array of services available at Kentucky Career Centers – from resume building and interview coaching to vital supportive services like transportation and childcare assistance. Discover how they help job seekers navigate their options to identify truly rewarding and sustainable career paths, and learn about the high-demand industries in Kentucky where WIOA programs can give you a significant advantage.Prepare to be inspired by powerful success stories of individuals who have transformed their careers with the help of WIOA and the dedicated support of Theresa and Vanessa. We'll also hear what they find most rewarding about their vital work.This episode isn't just for job seekers! Theresa and Vanessa share their best advice for anyone looking for a better career, and offer insights on how listeners can help spread the word and support the invaluable work EKCEPS does. We'll also cover upcoming initiatives, workshops, and hiring events you won't want to miss, and provide all the information you need to find your local Kentucky Career Center or community action agency.And for our business leaders listening, learn how you can partner with EKCEPS to find skilled workers or upskill your current workforce.Visit us at EKCEP.org

Nicholas Jamerson is regarded as one of the finer songwriters in the current Americana, folk and country scene. His heartfelt lyrics of love, loss and lamentation born from the hills of Eastern Kentucky were the foundation of the success of Sundy Best, his award-winning band and collaboration with Kris Bentley. But after its temporary break-up/hiatus, Jamerson continued writing and recording as a solo act, often backed by the Morning Jays, his support band. He's churned out six studio and two live albums over the last decade, the newest of which, The Narrow Way, dropped June 20. It is the third album in a trilogy preceded by The Wild Frontier (2020) and Peace Mountain (2023). Jamerson joined Roots Music Rambler this week to talk about the new album, which he acknowledged is a bit meditative about life, love and loss. He also talked about his new status as an elder statesman in the folk/singer-songwriter space, how he balances projects like Sundy Best which still tours, and his past as a high school and college football star. You'll notice Jamerson repeats the notion that songs and songwriting are his “work.” We're lucky to be able to experience the craftsmanship. Frank and Falls also file their 2025 Americana Music Association Awards Ballot and have their normal Pickin' the Grinnin' choices of recommendations of new music for you to experience.  Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com or wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Nicholas Jamerson Online Nicholas Jamerson on Patreon Nicholas Jamerson on Spotify Sundy Best Online Sundy Best on Spotify Nicholas Jamerson on Instagram Nicholas Jamerson on Facebook The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok  Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Jason Falls on Instagram Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram Pickin' the Grinnin' Recommendations The Gypsy Kings The Creekers Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How the war between Israel and Iran could impact Kentuckians, the state's federal delegation remains split on U.S. involvement, a well-known Democratic attorney says he plans to challenge Congressman Rogers, why a federal prison in Eastern Kentucky may be delayed yet again, and a multi-million dollar gift to JCPS.

In this nostalgic episode, Brett and Ray hold down the fort while their co-hosts are away, turning the podcast into a "man cave" for the day. What starts as a lighthearted check-in on their recent challenge to "sit under a tree" turns into a conversation tracing Ray's agricultural roots in eastern Kentucky.Ray shares vivid memories of his childhood growing up on a farm in the eastern foothills—years spent with cattle, square bales, vegetables, and tobacco. He reflects on the sights, smells, and experiences that shaped his deep connection to the land and growing things, from running barefoot through hay fields to handpicking truck loads of beans with his siblings.Listeners get an intimate portrait of life in Appalachian Kentucky during the 1980s and '90s, the central role of tobacco in rural economies, and Ray's unexpected return to agriculture via Berea College. With humor, humility, and insight, Ray describes the lessons learned—like knowing what you can and can't control—that have guided his path into Extension work.This episode is a time capsule of Kentucky's farming heritage and a tribute to the labor, love, and land that define it.Questions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

David sits down with Josh Porter, Assistant Executive Director of Lexington's Faulkner Morgan Archive to discuss the exhibit “Queer, Here, & Everywhere” displayed at the Central Library until June 26, 2025. They discuss the research that went into the exhibit and future plans to add panels to the exhibit. The exhibit will be at the Lexington Pride Festival on Saturday June 28, and then will move to the Lexington History Museum in August 2025.Josh Porter is an art historian and curator based in Lexington, Kentucky. In 2023, Josh received his MFA in Curatorial Studies from the University of Kentucky. Born in Eastern Kentucky, Josh brings a unique perspective to the archive in viewing Kentucky's LGBTQ history through the lens of art, particularly photography. His writing, design, and photography has appeared in Oxford American, Brooklyn Rail, Art In America, Queer Kentucky, UnderMain, and elsewhere.Queer, Here, & Everywhere: The Roots of Kentucky's LGBTQ History is the first comprehensive exhibition of Lexington's LGBTQ history, showcasing the importance of the queer community in this city. Highlighting key moments and figures in Lexington's LGBTQ history, from Sweet Evening Breeze's drag performances in the 1920s to the passage of the Fairness Ordinance in 1999, this exhibit will celebrate the resilience and contributions of the queer community. By shedding light on these often overlooked narratives, we hope to foster a greater sense of belonging for LGBTQ individuals in Lexington while also promoting understanding and appreciation among the broader population.

Howdy y'all!Join this special recap episode of LCD Podcast to hear about LMC's road trip out west, taking in Cave City Cars and Coffee, the Owensboro Octane event, and several amazing meals with the legendary Brandon Shirley!Also - Dustin Buttery joins us as he recaps the Alter Education show in Tennessee!You'ins pull up a chair, now, and hear tales about Barbecue, road-side tourist traps, Mouse-Fu, and proof that Noah's Ark was actually in Eastern Kentucky!

Narrator Matt Godfrey evokes a dark mood in this Appalachian thriller set in Eastern Kentucky.  AudioFile's Kendra Winchester and host Jo Reed discuss the way crime boss Burl Spoon's world is turned upside down. Spoon built his business empire by becoming the top cannabis seller in Jackson County. He thinks he has everything under control, until his daughter relapses into drug addiction and goes missing. Godfrey delivers the perfect Kentucky accent and maintains the story's tension throughout. Read our review of the audiobook at our website   Published by Dreamscape Discover thousands of audiobook reviews and more at AudioFile's website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert and Jazmin are joined by Nicholas Hazelett this week to talk about Democratic organizing in Eastern Kentucky. Before that, they discuss two new candidates in the 6th Congressional District as well as updates about Kentucky's two largest school districts.

Matt , Drew, Ryan, and Shannon visit the Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival. The crew discuss Mark Pope, KY Regional Track controversy, and Eastern Kentucky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Beyond the Clock episode, Ash Hanson from Department of Public Transformation and Anna Claussen from Voices for Rural Resilience converse with Eastern Kentucky-based artist and advocate, Lacy Hale about resilience, restoration, and reciprocity in rural places. In this conversation, they explore the role of the artist in times of disaster and division. Lacy inspires us to advocate for our rural people and places with projects like "No Hate in My Holler" and to support our communities, while still caring for ourselves.