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Big Breakdown : Kentucky Sheriff Executes Judge in Courthouse—But Was It Vigilante Justice? In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we take you deep inside one of the most shocking cases to hit the American justice system in decades—a sitting sheriff walks into a judge's chambers and pulls the trigger. But was it a breakdown, a hit, or the fallout from a system drowning in its own corruption? On September 19, 2024, Sheriff Sean “Mickey” Steins shot and killed Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County courthouse. The murder was caught on surveillance video. No one is questioning whether he did it. The question is: why? What unfolds next is a twisted tale of alleged courthouse sexual abuse, political backroom deals, federal lawsuits, and a defense strategy shifting between claims of insanity, extreme emotional disturbance, and the fallout of an explosive deposition just three days before the killing. Joined by defense attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott, this breakdown dissects the legal tightrope ahead. We explore whether Steins' mental state qualifies as legally insane or just morally compromised. Was he cracking under guilt, paranoia, or blackmail? Was he protecting his family from threats—or himself from exposure? We also dig into the broader allegations: Was a courthouse being used for sexual coercion? Did Mullins turn a blind eye—or worse, enable it? And was Steins a whistleblower-turned-vigilante, or part of the very system he tried to destroy? This case isn't just about a murder—it's about how unchecked power, broken oversight, and small-town politics can spiral into violence. If you care about justice, corruption, and the cost of silence, you don't want to miss this episode. #JudgeMullins #SeanSteins #LetcherCounty #CourthouseMurder #InsanityDefense #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #CorruptionInKentucky #SexScandalCoverup #VigilanteJustice Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Big Breakdown : Kentucky Sheriff Executes Judge in Courthouse—But Was It Vigilante Justice? In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we take you deep inside one of the most shocking cases to hit the American justice system in decades—a sitting sheriff walks into a judge's chambers and pulls the trigger. But was it a breakdown, a hit, or the fallout from a system drowning in its own corruption? On September 19, 2024, Sheriff Sean “Mickey” Steins shot and killed Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County courthouse. The murder was caught on surveillance video. No one is questioning whether he did it. The question is: why? What unfolds next is a twisted tale of alleged courthouse sexual abuse, political backroom deals, federal lawsuits, and a defense strategy shifting between claims of insanity, extreme emotional disturbance, and the fallout of an explosive deposition just three days before the killing. Joined by defense attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott, this breakdown dissects the legal tightrope ahead. We explore whether Steins' mental state qualifies as legally insane or just morally compromised. Was he cracking under guilt, paranoia, or blackmail? Was he protecting his family from threats—or himself from exposure? We also dig into the broader allegations: Was a courthouse being used for sexual coercion? Did Mullins turn a blind eye—or worse, enable it? And was Steins a whistleblower-turned-vigilante, or part of the very system he tried to destroy? This case isn't just about a murder—it's about how unchecked power, broken oversight, and small-town politics can spiral into violence. If you care about justice, corruption, and the cost of silence, you don't want to miss this episode. #JudgeMullins #SeanSteins #LetcherCounty #CourthouseMurder #InsanityDefense #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #CorruptionInKentucky #SexScandalCoverup #VigilanteJustice Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Newly released security footage shows the moments before Kentucky Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines allegedly shot and killed Judge Kevin Mullins in his own judge's chambers. This is a murder that has rocked Letcher County. It doesn't seem to be a whodunnit but more of a mystery of what happened behind closed doors--and why things ended like this. Surviving The Survivor is the show that brings you the #Bestguests in all of #truecrime and in this episode we have investigative journalist ‪@GavinFish‬ and Tennessee District Attorney General Mark. E Davidson to bring us up to date on the latest and try to make sense of this senseless murder. What we do know...Kentucky Sheriff Mickey Stines and Judge Kevin Mullins were known to be friends and that very day people around them said everything appeared to be normal. But nothing is ever as it seems...⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: 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

Season 4 is here! And we're back, with a series of intergenerational conversations between elder and younger organizers about important topics in our movements today, produced by the National Council of Elders,  First up: we're digging into the work of building networks and practices of community safety, mutual aid, and transformative justice, and in resisting the construction of new prisons and cop cities.  This episode is hosted by Aljosie Aldrich Harding (she/her) a servant-leader with NCOE, Movement Elder-in-Residence with Project South, and comrade and partner of the late Dr. Vincent Harding. Joining Aljosie in this conversation are: Rahim Buford (he/him) founder of Unheard Voices Outreach, based in Nashville, TN. Bassey Etuk (he/him) movement organizer with Project South, based in Atlanta, GA. Amelia Kirby (she/her) who works with the Sycamore Project, the Yarrow Institute for Abolition and Organizing, and the coalition Building Community Not Prisons  based in eastern Kentucky. Janet Wolf (she/her) who is a member of the National Council of Elders  based in Nashville, TN. Janet's work focuses on public theology, transformative justice and nonviolent direct action organizing to disrupt and dismantle the cradle to prison pipeline through leadership by and partnership with those who are now or have been caged. Special thanks to Building Community Not Prisons - who are working to stop the construction of a federal prison in Letcher County, KY - for letting us name this episode after your coalition!  

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Body camera and dash cam footage shows the aftermath of the shooting of Judge Kevin Mullins in Letcher County, Kentucky in September 2024. Sheriff Mickey Stines has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge for the shooting of Mullins which was recorded by a surveillance camera. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy breaks down the video in which Stines appears paranoid in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If your child, under 21, has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or fatty liver disease, visit https://forthepeople.com/food to start a claim now!Host:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Original publish date January 2020 State Representative Buddy Wheatley from District 65 in Kenton County and former Ky Secretary of State Candidate Jason Griffith from Letcher County give us a preview of what to watch for in the upcoming 2020 General Assembly. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson.

Could a scandal of this magnitude unravel the entire judicial system in Letcher County, Kentucky? Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines faces murder charges amidst whispers of the death penalty, but the drama doesn't stop there. Allegations of a judge exchanging leniency for sexual favors and systemic corruption are bubbling to the surface. The courtroom gossip reaches a fever pitch as questions about who knew what—and when—add layers of intrigue. If even a fraction of these allegations prove true, the implications could topple cases spanning years. How does a system untangle itself when the rot runs so deep? And just when you think the courtroom theatrics couldn't get darker, we shift to the house of Diddy. Civil allegations against Christian Combs open a disturbing window into alleged abuse, privilege, and entitlement. Is a warped upbringing an excuse for grotesque behavior, or just another layer of tragedy in this twisted legacy? Can justice truly prevail when wealth and influence muddy the waters? #TrueCrime #JudicialCorruption #HiddenKillers #ShawnStines #DiddyScandal #DarkLegacies #CourtroomDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could a scandal of this magnitude unravel the entire judicial system in Letcher County, Kentucky? Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines faces murder charges amidst whispers of the death penalty, but the drama doesn't stop there. Allegations of a judge exchanging leniency for sexual favors and systemic corruption are bubbling to the surface. The courtroom gossip reaches a fever pitch as questions about who knew what—and when—add layers of intrigue. If even a fraction of these allegations prove true, the implications could topple cases spanning years. How does a system untangle itself when the rot runs so deep? And just when you think the courtroom theatrics couldn't get darker, we shift to the house of Diddy. Civil allegations against Christian Combs open a disturbing window into alleged abuse, privilege, and entitlement. Is a warped upbringing an excuse for grotesque behavior, or just another layer of tragedy in this twisted legacy? Can justice truly prevail when wealth and influence muddy the waters? #TrueCrime #JudicialCorruption #HiddenKillers #ShawnStines #DiddyScandal #DarkLegacies #CourtroomDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

New allegations have surfaced linking the late District Judge Kevin Mullins to a sex-for-favors scandal following his murder in September. Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. "Mickey" Stines, accused of fatally shooting Mullins in his courthouse chambers, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and murder of a public official. Audio recordings obtained by NewsNation suggest Mullins may have been involved in sexual misconduct within his chambers. The recordings stem from an investigation into former Deputy Sheriff Ben Fields, convicted earlier this year of rape and sodomy involving a female inmate in 2022. “He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers… just with girls, sexual and stuff,” Sabrina Adkins said in the recordings. Adkins, who has spoken publicly about Fields' alleged abuses of power, claims to have seen a video involving Mullins. Adkins described the footage to investigators, saying, “I seen Judge Mullins having sex with a girl... in his office, in the judge's chambers.” She asserted that Mullins was part of an illicit arrangement granting favorable treatment, including bail, in exchange for sexual acts. Adkins' attorney, Ned Pillersdorf, told NewsNation, “It's like they were running a brothel out of that courtroom.” The allegations date back to 2021 when Adkins, under house arrest, informed Fields she could not afford to pay for her ankle monitor. According to her lawsuit, Fields suggested they could "work something out." Adkins and another woman later filed a civil rights lawsuit against Fields in 2022, alleging abuse of power. Fields, who was fired by Stines after the lawsuit was filed, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to six months in jail. Stines was also named in the lawsuit for allegedly failing to properly train or supervise Fields. Days before Mullins' death, Stines was deposed in the ongoing civil lawsuit. He denied knowledge of any misconduct. However, Adkins' claims implicate both Fields and Mullins in a broader scheme of corruption. Mullins served as a judge for 15 years before his death. Stines, arrested at the courthouse shortly after Mullins' killing, faces severe charges. Despite the mounting allegations, Stines has maintained his innocence. The investigation into the case continues, with the newly surfaced recordings raising questions about the extent of misconduct in Letcher County's judicial system. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

New allegations have surfaced linking the late District Judge Kevin Mullins to a sex-for-favors scandal following his murder in September. Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. "Mickey" Stines, accused of fatally shooting Mullins in his courthouse chambers, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and murder of a public official. Audio recordings obtained by NewsNation suggest Mullins may have been involved in sexual misconduct within his chambers. The recordings stem from an investigation into former Deputy Sheriff Ben Fields, convicted earlier this year of rape and sodomy involving a female inmate in 2022. “He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers… just with girls, sexual and stuff,” Sabrina Adkins said in the recordings. Adkins, who has spoken publicly about Fields' alleged abuses of power, claims to have seen a video involving Mullins. Adkins described the footage to investigators, saying, “I seen Judge Mullins having sex with a girl... in his office, in the judge's chambers.” She asserted that Mullins was part of an illicit arrangement granting favorable treatment, including bail, in exchange for sexual acts. Adkins' attorney, Ned Pillersdorf, told NewsNation, “It's like they were running a brothel out of that courtroom.” The allegations date back to 2021 when Adkins, under house arrest, informed Fields she could not afford to pay for her ankle monitor. According to her lawsuit, Fields suggested they could "work something out." Adkins and another woman later filed a civil rights lawsuit against Fields in 2022, alleging abuse of power. Fields, who was fired by Stines after the lawsuit was filed, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to six months in jail. Stines was also named in the lawsuit for allegedly failing to properly train or supervise Fields. Days before Mullins' death, Stines was deposed in the ongoing civil lawsuit. He denied knowledge of any misconduct. However, Adkins' claims implicate both Fields and Mullins in a broader scheme of corruption. Mullins served as a judge for 15 years before his death. Stines, arrested at the courthouse shortly after Mullins' killing, faces severe charges. Despite the mounting allegations, Stines has maintained his innocence. The investigation into the case continues, with the newly surfaced recordings raising questions about the extent of misconduct in Letcher County's judicial system. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

New allegations have surfaced linking the late District Judge Kevin Mullins to a sex-for-favors scandal following his murder in September. Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. "Mickey" Stines, accused of fatally shooting Mullins in his courthouse chambers, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and murder of a public official. Audio recordings obtained by NewsNation suggest Mullins may have been involved in sexual misconduct within his chambers. The recordings stem from an investigation into former Deputy Sheriff Ben Fields, convicted earlier this year of rape and sodomy involving a female inmate in 2022. “He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers… just with girls, sexual and stuff,” Sabrina Adkins said in the recordings. Adkins, who has spoken publicly about Fields' alleged abuses of power, claims to have seen a video involving Mullins. Adkins described the footage to investigators, saying, “I seen Judge Mullins having sex with a girl... in his office, in the judge's chambers.” She asserted that Mullins was part of an illicit arrangement granting favorable treatment, including bail, in exchange for sexual acts. Adkins' attorney, Ned Pillersdorf, told NewsNation, “It's like they were running a brothel out of that courtroom.” The allegations date back to 2021 when Adkins, under house arrest, informed Fields she could not afford to pay for her ankle monitor. According to her lawsuit, Fields suggested they could "work something out." Adkins and another woman later filed a civil rights lawsuit against Fields in 2022, alleging abuse of power. Fields, who was fired by Stines after the lawsuit was filed, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to six months in jail. Stines was also named in the lawsuit for allegedly failing to properly train or supervise Fields. Days before Mullins' death, Stines was deposed in the ongoing civil lawsuit. He denied knowledge of any misconduct. However, Adkins' claims implicate both Fields and Mullins in a broader scheme of corruption. Mullins served as a judge for 15 years before his death. Stines, arrested at the courthouse shortly after Mullins' killing, faces severe charges. Despite the mounting allegations, Stines has maintained his innocence. The investigation into the case continues, with the newly surfaced recordings raising questions about the extent of misconduct in Letcher County's judicial system. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

What could possibly drive a trusted sheriff to turn on his lifelong friend and commit an act so brutal, it's caught on camera? The shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by former Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines in Letcher County, Kentucky, leaves behind layers of questions and a trail of speculation. Were there secrets hidden in the judge's phone? Was this a moment of emotional breakdown or something far deeper? In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer dissects the cold-blooded act, the bizarre circumstances surrounding it, and the swirling rumors that have left a small town reeling. From unconfirmed allegations to questions about motive and mental state, we peel back the layers of this chilling case. But what's the real story behind the headlines? And will the truth ever fully come to light? #TrueCrime #JudgeKevinMullins #ShawnMickeyStines #ColdBloodedMurder #HiddenKillersPodcast #JenniferCoffindaffer #SmallTownSecrets Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What could possibly drive a trusted sheriff to turn on his lifelong friend and commit an act so brutal, it's caught on camera? The shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by former Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines in Letcher County, Kentucky, leaves behind layers of questions and a trail of speculation. Were there secrets hidden in the judge's phone? Was this a moment of emotional breakdown or something far deeper? In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer dissects the cold-blooded act, the bizarre circumstances surrounding it, and the swirling rumors that have left a small town reeling. From unconfirmed allegations to questions about motive and mental state, we peel back the layers of this chilling case. But what's the real story behind the headlines? And will the truth ever fully come to light? #TrueCrime #JudgeKevinMullins #ShawnMickeyStines #ColdBloodedMurder #HiddenKillersPodcast #JenniferCoffindaffer #SmallTownSecrets Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What could possibly drive a trusted sheriff to turn on his lifelong friend and commit an act so brutal, it's caught on camera? The shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by former Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines in Letcher County, Kentucky, leaves behind layers of questions and a trail of speculation. Were there secrets hidden in the judge's phone? Was this a moment of emotional breakdown or something far deeper? In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer dissects the cold-blooded act, the bizarre circumstances surrounding it, and the swirling rumors that have left a small town reeling. From unconfirmed allegations to questions about motive and mental state, we peel back the layers of this chilling case. But what's the real story behind the headlines? And will the truth ever fully come to light? #TrueCrime #JudgeKevinMullins #ShawnMickeyStines #ColdBloodedMurder #HiddenKillersPodcast #JenniferCoffindaffer #SmallTownSecrets Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

This episode was originally published on The Murder Sheet's main feed on October 4, 2024.The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about several cases out of Indiana, as well as a bus hijacking in California and a sheriff accused of murder in Kentucky.The Jasper County Sheriff Office's statement on the possible discovery of bones in Wheatfield, Indiana (their page appears to be down at the moment): https://www.facebook.com/100064415119938/posts/984808703676291/Coverage from ABC News on Lamont Campbell's alleged hijacking of a Los Angeles Metro bus, and the related shooting death of Anthony Rivera: https://abcnews.go.com/US/man-accused-hijacking-los-angeles-bus-charged-murder/story?id=114368619Coverage from the Los Angeles Times on Lamont Campbell's alleged hijacking of a Los Angeles Metro bus, and the related shooting death of Anthony Rivera: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-09-30/bus-hijacking-victim-family-mourns-suspect-chargesThe News and Review Online's coverage of the murder of Aristide Garcia and the trial of Miguel Ibarguren: https://www.newsandreviewonline.com/articles/february-murder-trial-canceled/The Courier and Journal's coverage of the shooting of Judge Kevin R. Mullins by Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines: https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/crime/2024/10/01/kentucky-sheriff-mickey-stines-judge-kevin-mullins-video-court/75450419007/Court TV's live footage of a pre-trial hearing in the shooting of Judge Kevin R. Mullins by Letcher County Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhOp60UxGaM&t=1823sThe Lexington Herald-Leader's coverage of the shooting of Judge Kevin R. Mullins by Letcher County Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines: https://www.kentucky.com/news/local/crime/article292926799.html#storylink=cpyConsider donating to those impacted by Hurricane Helene: https://www.redcross.org/donate/dr/hurricane-helene.html/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We are more than thrilled to introduce our next wonderful sponsor: The Silver Linings Handbook with Jayson Blair! This is an excellent weekly podcast where Jayson interviews people from all walks of life — these are interesting people engaging in conversations that inspire. Jayson is one of the most compassionate and thoughtful people we've ever met. We've been on Silver Linings Handbook, he's been on The Murder Sheet. The thoughts he's shared with us on the Delphi murders case and true crime in general are just so insightful. We definitely find myself citing Jayson a lot. He makes us believe in the bright side of true crime, the compassionate side, the side that can really make a positive difference in the world. He's really helped us adjust to some of the challenges around reporting on true crime and tragedy — and that is very much in keeping with his show. Listening to the Silver Linings Handbook is very much like getting to sit around a campfire with a fascinating group. It's fun, it's intriguing, it's surprising, it's often about learning and growing from suffering. You get to hear important conversations that can inspire you to consider new perspectives and take action in your own life. You also get to learn so much on mental health, wellbeing, the criminal justice system, religion, and more!Jayson is someone that we think is just a terrific person. He's been through a lot and he's worked on his mental health. He's rebuilt. Those experiences have helped shape him into a truly empathetic person — somebody who gets what it's like to have your world turned upside down. He brings that gift to his interviews. These are unscripted, authentic, engaging talks. Jayson covers true crime, but his podcast gets into so much more. Silver Linings Handbook really makes us have hope for the future and a belief in humanity. If you're into true crime, this is the perfect thing for you — it's human stories that don't shy away from the bad stuff while still being incredibly life-affirming and hopeful. Subscribe to the Silver Linings Handbook wherever you listen to podcasts. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out the Viper Pit Podcast here or wherever you listen to podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-viper-pit-podcast/id1716200826Support The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Post-debate debrief. There can be no doubt that Jelly Donut Vance is a Master Debater. (C'mon! You KNEW I'd go there!). Beyond the debate, however, we have an update on the Hillbilly Gothic murder in Letcher County, Kentucky. It gets worse. The Harris/Walz campaign jumped right on Dim Shady's inability to say his Daddy didn't win in 2020. Inside the hate directed at officials in Springfield, Ohio.

Getting Set for the debate. Watching Bibi continue to throw matches at a sea of gasoline. Happy 100th Birthday to Jimmy Carter, the most decent man ever to serve as President. Nitwit Nero grunts about the ruin of education. Guess who's doing the ruining? Of course we know! Update to the murder in Letcher County, Kentucky. 

#STSNation,Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of True Crime… A small, tight-knit southeast Kentucky community has been reeling after their sheriff was arrested for the killing of a prominent district judge in his chambers Thursday – spurring residents to wonder what could have triggered the shooting and prompting calls for better courthouse security. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines, 43 - a man whose role made him responsible for judges' personal security - gunned down District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, at the Letcher County courthouse in Whitesburg, according to Kentucky State Police. #BestGuests #Kentucky #Sheriff #Judge #ShawnStines #JudgeKevinMullins #LetcherCounty #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #CourthouseShooting #breakingnews #newsupdate #truecrimepodcast #crimestory #criminal #criminaljustice #legalupdates #courtPatreon: Https://patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorYouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeJoel's Book: Https://www.amazon.com/shop/surviving...Website: https://survivingthesurvivor.com/All Things STS

Cleanup continues in Kentucky after remnants of Hurricane Helene hit the state, bringing powerful winds and soaking rains, the Letcher County sheriff accused of shooting and killing a judge announces he's retiring,  and Mondays on Main heads to Corbin, the tri-county city that brought us Kentucky Fried Chicken.

Larry talks about the shooting of the Judge in Letcher County and the indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Addams in hour 1.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#STSNation, Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of True Crime… A small, tight-knit southeast Kentucky community has been reeling after their sheriff was arrested for the killing of a prominent district judge in his chambers Thursday – spurring residents to wonder what could have triggered the shooting and prompting calls for better courthouse security. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines, 43 - a man whose role made him responsible for judges' personal security - gunned down District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, at the Letcher County courthouse in Whitesburg, according to Kentucky State Police. #BestGuests #Kentucky #Sheriff #Judge#ShawnStines #JudgeKevinMullins #LetcherCounty #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #CourthouseShooting#breakingnews #newsupdate #truecrimepodcast #crimestory #criminal #criminaljustice #legalupdates #court  STS Patreon: Https://patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorSTS YouTube Channel: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeSTS Book on Audible: Https://www.audible.com/pd/Surviving-...STS Book on Amazon: Https://www.amazon.com/shop/surviving...STS Book (Hardcover Signed): https://premierecollectibles.com/waldmanSTS Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/STS Website: https://survivingthesurvivor.com/All Things STS

Sheriff shoots Judge in Letcher County. Blue Ribbon School Awards are handed out. Still wondering what a "gender affirming haircut" is. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-cooperrider/support

This week Robert and Jazmin discuss updates to the Daniel Grossberg situation, which saw several prominent Democrats calling for his resignation as well as a shooting at the Letcher County courthouse in which the Sheriff killed a Judge.

In a shocking development, Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the killing of District Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County Courthouse on Thursday. The incident has sent ripples through the small Appalachian community of Whitesburg, home to approximately 1,700 residents. The tragic event unfolded after an argument between Sheriff Stines, 43, and Judge Mullins, 54, just before 3 p.m. local time. According to Kentucky State Police, Mullins was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene. Sheriff Stines surrendered without incident following the shooting. Kentucky State Police Trooper Matt Gayheart addressed the community, stating that the killing is an “isolated incident” with no ongoing threat to the public. “Any time a situation like this takes place, especially in a small town, it shakes the very foundation of what the town is and this is no different,” Gayheart told local outlet WJHL. The Kentucky Attorney General's office, led by Russell Coleman, along with Commonwealth's Attorney Jackie Steele for the 27th Judicial Circuit, are spearheading the investigation. Coleman emphasized the commitment to justice, stating on social media, “We will fully investigate and pursue justice.” Governor Andy Beshear also responded to the tragedy, posting on X, formerly known as Twitter: “Sadly, I have been informed that a district judge in Letcher County was shot and killed in his chambers this afternoon. There is far too much violence in this world, and I pray there is a path to a better tomorrow.” The community's reaction has been one of profound sadness and disbelief. Lead county prosecutor Matt Butler recused himself from the case due to personal ties with Judge Mullins. “We all know each other here. ... Anyone from Letcher County would tell you that Judge Mullins and I married sisters and that we have children who are first cousins but act like siblings,” Butler explained. “For that reason, among others, I have already taken steps to recuse myself and my entire office.” Laurance B. VanMeter, Chief Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court, expressed his shock and sorrow, stating, “I am shocked by this act of violence and the court system is shaken by this news.” In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, several local schools were placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure. The temporary closure of the Letcher County Courthouse has added to the community's distress, disrupting the daily lives of its residents. Judge Kevin Mullins was a respected figure in Letcher County, appointed by former Governor Steve Beshear in 2009 and elected the following year. He was renowned for his dedication to supporting individuals in the justice system struggling with substance abuse. Mullins played a pivotal role in developing programs like Addiction Recovery Care, which offers peer support services in the courthouse and has been adopted in over 50 counties across Kentucky. Mullins was also a founding member of the Responsive Effort to Support Treatment in Opioid Recovery Efforts Leadership Team, further highlighting his commitment to community welfare and rehabilitation. As the investigation continues, questions remain about the motives behind the altercation that led to the judge's untimely death. Kentucky State Police are diligently working to uncover all the facts surrounding the case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In a shocking development, Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the killing of District Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County Courthouse on Thursday. The incident has sent ripples through the small Appalachian community of Whitesburg, home to approximately 1,700 residents. The tragic event unfolded after an argument between Sheriff Stines, 43, and Judge Mullins, 54, just before 3 p.m. local time. According to Kentucky State Police, Mullins was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene. Sheriff Stines surrendered without incident following the shooting. Kentucky State Police Trooper Matt Gayheart addressed the community, stating that the killing is an “isolated incident” with no ongoing threat to the public. “Any time a situation like this takes place, especially in a small town, it shakes the very foundation of what the town is and this is no different,” Gayheart told local outlet WJHL. The Kentucky Attorney General's office, led by Russell Coleman, along with Commonwealth's Attorney Jackie Steele for the 27th Judicial Circuit, are spearheading the investigation. Coleman emphasized the commitment to justice, stating on social media, “We will fully investigate and pursue justice.” Governor Andy Beshear also responded to the tragedy, posting on X, formerly known as Twitter: “Sadly, I have been informed that a district judge in Letcher County was shot and killed in his chambers this afternoon. There is far too much violence in this world, and I pray there is a path to a better tomorrow.” The community's reaction has been one of profound sadness and disbelief. Lead county prosecutor Matt Butler recused himself from the case due to personal ties with Judge Mullins. “We all know each other here. ... Anyone from Letcher County would tell you that Judge Mullins and I married sisters and that we have children who are first cousins but act like siblings,” Butler explained. “For that reason, among others, I have already taken steps to recuse myself and my entire office.” Laurance B. VanMeter, Chief Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court, expressed his shock and sorrow, stating, “I am shocked by this act of violence and the court system is shaken by this news.” In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, several local schools were placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure. The temporary closure of the Letcher County Courthouse has added to the community's distress, disrupting the daily lives of its residents. Judge Kevin Mullins was a respected figure in Letcher County, appointed by former Governor Steve Beshear in 2009 and elected the following year. He was renowned for his dedication to supporting individuals in the justice system struggling with substance abuse. Mullins played a pivotal role in developing programs like Addiction Recovery Care, which offers peer support services in the courthouse and has been adopted in over 50 counties across Kentucky. Mullins was also a founding member of the Responsive Effort to Support Treatment in Opioid Recovery Efforts Leadership Team, further highlighting his commitment to community welfare and rehabilitation. As the investigation continues, questions remain about the motives behind the altercation that led to the judge's untimely death. Kentucky State Police are diligently working to uncover all the facts surrounding the case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In a shocking development, Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the killing of District Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County Courthouse on Thursday. The incident has sent ripples through the small Appalachian community of Whitesburg, home to approximately 1,700 residents. The tragic event unfolded after an argument between Sheriff Stines, 43, and Judge Mullins, 54, just before 3 p.m. local time. According to Kentucky State Police, Mullins was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene. Sheriff Stines surrendered without incident following the shooting. Kentucky State Police Trooper Matt Gayheart addressed the community, stating that the killing is an “isolated incident” with no ongoing threat to the public. “Any time a situation like this takes place, especially in a small town, it shakes the very foundation of what the town is and this is no different,” Gayheart told local outlet WJHL. The Kentucky Attorney General's office, led by Russell Coleman, along with Commonwealth's Attorney Jackie Steele for the 27th Judicial Circuit, are spearheading the investigation. Coleman emphasized the commitment to justice, stating on social media, “We will fully investigate and pursue justice.” Governor Andy Beshear also responded to the tragedy, posting on X, formerly known as Twitter: “Sadly, I have been informed that a district judge in Letcher County was shot and killed in his chambers this afternoon. There is far too much violence in this world, and I pray there is a path to a better tomorrow.” The community's reaction has been one of profound sadness and disbelief. Lead county prosecutor Matt Butler recused himself from the case due to personal ties with Judge Mullins. “We all know each other here. ... Anyone from Letcher County would tell you that Judge Mullins and I married sisters and that we have children who are first cousins but act like siblings,” Butler explained. “For that reason, among others, I have already taken steps to recuse myself and my entire office.” Laurance B. VanMeter, Chief Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court, expressed his shock and sorrow, stating, “I am shocked by this act of violence and the court system is shaken by this news.” In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, several local schools were placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure. The temporary closure of the Letcher County Courthouse has added to the community's distress, disrupting the daily lives of its residents. Judge Kevin Mullins was a respected figure in Letcher County, appointed by former Governor Steve Beshear in 2009 and elected the following year. He was renowned for his dedication to supporting individuals in the justice system struggling with substance abuse. Mullins played a pivotal role in developing programs like Addiction Recovery Care, which offers peer support services in the courthouse and has been adopted in over 50 counties across Kentucky. Mullins was also a founding member of the Responsive Effort to Support Treatment in Opioid Recovery Efforts Leadership Team, further highlighting his commitment to community welfare and rehabilitation. As the investigation continues, questions remain about the motives behind the altercation that led to the judge's untimely death. Kentucky State Police are diligently working to uncover all the facts surrounding the case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Send us a textEver wondered what happens when the very people sworn to protect us become embroiled in scandalous misconduct? Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions as we unravel the shocking allegations against a Letcher County sheriff accused of illegal activities and disturbing behavior with his underage daughter. We don't just stop at the headlines; we dive deep into the moral and legal complexities, debating whether personal justice can ever truly replace the judicial system. Expect our unfiltered thoughts, fierce debates, and raw emotions as we grapple with the weight of such heinous acts.Then, prepare for the unexpected as we shift gears to the eccentric world of Hollywood, where a resurfaced video of Diddy making bizarre comments has everyone talking. Imagine owning a thousand bottles of baby oil—sounds wild, right? We speculate on the oddity of this scenario, from extreme couponing to outlandish parties, and even ponder the involvement of Homeland Security. With high-profile scandals like Epstein's still fresh in our minds, we question the severe legal repercussions Diddy might face and the broader implications for celebrities caught in such bizarre circumstances.Finally, we reflect on the shifting family dynamics and values in America, exploring how these changes affect everything from political leanings to cultural norms. We discuss the evolving role of fathers in the household, the portrayal of families on TV, and the growing acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals in the military. Our candid thoughts and personal anecdotes illustrate how these societal shifts have reshaped our expectations of family life and fatherhood. From a tragic Tesla crash to the perplexing topic of presidential aging, this episode promises a hearty mix of intense debate, wild speculation, and heartfelt reflection.Cammo Comedy Show Podcase Military shenanigans, pranks & mistakes! Subscribe to Cammo Comedy! On all platforms!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showWe want everyone to enjoy the show and really appreciate your feed back

Kentucky judge shot: Sheriff kills judge at the courthouse. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a Kentucky District Judge Kevin Mullins, who was killed in his chambers on Thursday, according to police. Mullins, who presided over Letcher County, was shot and killed at the Letcher County Courthouse, Kentucky State Police said.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-stories--4814524/support.

Congress sets aside more money for a new federal prison in Eastern Kentucky but not everyone is thrilled, federal investigators close their case on a Louisville mass shooting, and Mondays on Main visits Paducah. 

K.A. Owens interviews Wesley Bryant, a Letcher County, Kentucky resident who was a victim of the historic rain and flooding that occurred in in Eastern KY over a year ago. Recorded Thursday August 3, 2023, 8PM.

Topics today: ecological tipping points, indigestion, the flawed teleological premises of sports, real-time reactions to Mitch McConnell short-circuiting during a press conference, one year anniversary of the flood, and synth your piece. Apologies in advance, it was too hot to think during this one. Sign on to urge Congress to stop GOP attempts to fast track a prison in Letcher County: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF-ELN4R1Z5UmlLjPac9Nka-H3bod4WbuLPOvMgYDkjN2bIQ/viewform Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/trillbillyworkersparty

On this week's Sustainability Now!, your host, Justin Mog, sits down in the studio with Julia Finch, the new Director of the Sierra Club's Kentucky Chapter (https://www.sierraclub.org/kentucky) as of January 2023. Tune in and get to know Julia and her fascinating background, having pursued a Ph.D. in medieval art history, and other advocacy & community building work she's done in arts and creative spaces. We also discuss the Sierra Club's core values nationally, and break down the structure of Sierra Club Kentucky and its six existing local groups (Great Rivers, Pennyrile, Mammoth Cave, Greater Louisville, Bluegrass, and Northern Kentucky) and three groups planned for future in Eastern Kentucky (Troublesome Creek, Red River, and Highlands) Listen in to hear how the national Sierra Club is undergoing a major reorganization (https://www.eenews.net/articles/sierra-club-announces-layoffs-restructuring/), and as we discuss the issues Sierra Club is watching and supporting across the state: • River Metals Recycling pollution in Newport, KY https://linknky.com/news/2023/04/04/newport-residents-may-soon-get-to-share-their-experiences-with-river-metals-recycling-in-court/ • Century Aluminum Sebree plant on Green River in Robards, KY https://www.penncapital-star.com/energy-environment/american-aluminum-plants-are-bigger-polluters-than-some-abroad-why/ • Bernheim Forest / LGE Pipeline issue in Greater Louisville area https://www.wdrb.com/in-depth/lg-e-can-take-bernheim-forest-land-for-bullitt-county-gas-pipeline-judge-rules/article_2668cd72-a321-11ed-bebb-c7083eb47f40.html • A proposal for $500 million federal prison in flood-ravaged Letcher County https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/29/opinion/kentucky-prison-flood.html • Tree-planting efforts in and around the Bowling Green area https://www.wbko.com/2023/03/26/retree-bg-distributes-trees-tornado-victims/ • Opportunities for funding within the IRA/IIJA and Sierra Club's Community Advocates program https://www.sierraclub.org/community-advocates-program#:~:text=The%20Sierra%20Club%20is%20launching,by%20climate%20and%20environmental%20injustice. • Sierra Club Kentucky's Healthy Food, Healthy Earth campaign https://www.sierraclub.org/kentucky/healthy-food-healthy-earth • Judah Schept's book is called “Coal, Cages, Crisis: The Rise of the Prison Economy in Central Appalachia” and he teaches at EKU. https://nyupress.org/9781479858972/coal-cages-crisis/" As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

Bob Dylan goes to Deadwood, Thomas Friedman opens up some boxes, Cop City comes to West Virginia, Letcher County speaks its piece Support striking WGA workers: https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/the-snacklist-support-striking-workers And support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/trillbillyworkersparty

We've had a nice long break since the latest episode of the East Kentucky Works podcast, but we're back with an excellent new ep as we're discussing housing development in Eastern Kentucky with Seth Long, executive director of HOMES, Inc. Seth discusses current housing challenges in the area, especially after devastating flooding in July 2022, and also touches on his work producing maple syrup right here in Eastern Kentucky.HOMES (Housing Oriented Ministries Established for Service) is a private non-profit located in Whitesburg, and since 1984 has provided affordable housing services for local residents, including new home construction and repairs. The agency also maintains 50 affordable rental units. Learn more online at www.homesincorporated.org.Seth is also the co-owner of Southdown Farm with his wife in Letcher County. The farm produces maple syrup from more than 300 tapped trees on the property, and also raises fresh produce. You can follow Southdown Farm on Facebook or visit their website at www.southdownky.com.To learn more about EKCEP's mission to prepare, advance, and expand the workforce of Eastern Kentucky, visit https://www.ekcep.org.Intro music from https://filmmusic.io"Sweeter Vermouth" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In September 2022, the Bureau of Prisons announced that it was reviving a plan to build and operate a federal correctional institution and prison camp in Letcher County, KY. This episode shares the comments, both pro and con, that members of the public delivered to Bureau of Prisons representatives regarding bringing a prison to the county. Plans for a prison originated in 2006 when Congress authorized a study for a high security facility which was eventually approved for a site in Roxanna in 2018. However, in 2019 that plan was withdrawn. Now the Bureau of Prisons is proposing a medium security prison and work camp and began the process of creating a Draft Environmental Impact Statement with a public meeting on November 17 at Letcher County Central High School. 150 people signed in and another 54 were attending by way of the internet. Comments have been lightly edited. It should be noted that all speakers received applause from the audience but that has been edited out for time's sake.

Thanks for stopping in to listen!Welcome to the mixed visions podcast where we talk about all things within the9 Pillars of a Balanced Life:- Love Life- Family Life- Social Life- Professional Life- Personal Pleasures- Healthy Living- Personal Development- Actions to the World-------------------------------In today's episode, We are excited to continue more interviews,In this episode, we are hanging with...Susan FreidlundSusan, she/her, 28 years old. She grew up in the suburbs of Minnesota, (technically now) lives in Nashville but travels for work, and has been in Little Rock, Arkansas for the past few months. Susan's most essential identities include being an auntie, a yogi, a dog mom, a good friend, and a cookie artist.  Her biggest passion in life is pediatric nursing. She is very spiritual and intuitive and puts her entire heart and soul into caring for sick children, helping them heal, and ensuring their families have the best experience possible while in the hospital.Today she shares her journey of what sparked her interest to change her major in college and become a nurse, how she integrates nursing in a spiritual way, and her efforts to pursue education to help change the way healthcare is being approached and provided to everyone. Susan's Tiktok: @itsjustsusan3If you would like to donate to the flood relief in SouthEastern Kentucky that devastated the region and destroyed Erica's hometown along with many others who have lost everything!You can venmo: @EricaBrookeARTall money goes  to supplies needed for Letcher County and surrounding areas and travel expenses to deliver donations she will be taking physical donations the weekend of 08.12.2022. So far we have raised $1,000 and sent in supplies purchased with the money along with dōTERRA donating hygiene kits that will be delivered next week before the trip in!    !!!!As you join us on this adventure of educating you, our listeners, and elevating your life we plan to bring you a lot of FREE tools to help you get on the right path to achieving all the things you hope to!We hope all of our messages educate, uplift you, and encourage you to believe in yourself as much as we believe in you!*Remember to leave a review, we appreciate any and all feedback! Share with a friend that you feel this episode (or any previous episodes) will help!   IG: Mixed Visions Podcast Follow for upcoming episode info and Q&AsHost: Erica Adams ( E )Co-Host: Julien Johnson (Juelz)Intro/Outro beats: @yeafloyd*click name for Instagram  profile 

Mountain Eagle has covered Letcher County, Kentucky for more than a century. When historic flooding hit about two weeks ago, the paper's small staff did what it's always done: tell the stories of the region and the people who live there. WFPL's Stephanie Wolf stopped by its office in Whitesburg. Also, in this show, reporter Randy Yohe talks with an expert about the current and future state of construction in West Virginia.

Stevie Holbrook is an outdoorsman, backyard homesteader, painter, & deep-rooted Eastern Kentuckian living amongst the aftermath of recent devastating floods in Letcher County. We begin with Stevie describing what the flood has been like for him & around his community, then expand into the plight of Appalachia as a whole. From there we transition into God, folkways, & folklore: superstitions around the dog days of summer & faith healing; haints & boogers; turtle buggin' & frog giggin'. Stevie then tells a paranormal story of a whistling creature in the woods, followed by his great-grandparents' encounter while coon hunting. We end on a lil' local history, archeology, & paleontology.   If you're interested in donating to the flood relief, check out the following: Foundation for Appalachia Kentucky or Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief FundMusic provided by Earl Suitor"My Old Kentucky Home "Written by Stephen FosterPerformed by Earl SuitorCourtesy of Earl Suitor"Clinch Mountain Backstep"Written by Ralph StanleyPerformed by Earl SuitorCourtesy of Earl SuitorSupport Our Numinous Nature on Patreon.Follow Our Numinous Nature & my naturalist illustrations on InstagramCheck out my shop of shirts, prints, and books featuring my artContact: herbaceoushuman@gmail.com

Thanks for stopping in to listen!Welcome to the mixed visions podcast where we talk about all things within the9 Pillars of a Balanced Life:- Love Life- Family Life- Social Life- Professional Life- Personal Pleasures- Healthy Living- Personal Development- Actions to the World-------------------------------In today's episode, We are excited to continue more interviews,In this episode, we are hanging with...Kimberly GilfusOriginally from upstate NY, Kimberly has been living in Nashville for almost 7 years. With a passion for health and wellness, she uses her talents in athletic performance and spiritual guidance to lead others to a stronger and healthier lifestyle — mind, and body. Kimberly is enthusiastic about universal laws of success and is constantly striving to learn new things and develop new habits and tools to improve herself and her clients well-being. She is always interested in trying new things. She also enjoys boxing and yoga, being outdoors, plants and gardening, her two fur babies, cooking, art, reading, adventure, fashion, and having fun with friends.Today she shares her journey starting with her New York  upbringing to how she has become successful in the fitness industry as she strives to keep a strong community connected by hosting events to keep citizens engaged with health and wellness.https://www.thinkbeyondaverage.com/------!!!!If you would like to donate to the flood relief in SouthEastern Kentucky that devastated the region and destroyed Erica's hometown along with many others who have lost everything!You can venmo: @EricaBrookeART all money goes  to supplies needed for Letcher County and surrounding areas and travel expenses to deliver donations she will be taking physical donations the weekend of 08.12.2022. So far we have raised $1,000 and sent in supplies purchased with the money along with dōTERRA donating hygiene kits that will be delivered next week before the trip in!    !!!!As you join us on this adventure of educating you, our listeners, and elevating your life we plan to bring you a lot of FREE tools to help you get on the right path to achieving all the things you hope to!We hope all of our messages educate, uplift you, and encourage you to believe in yourself as much as we believe in you!*Remember to leave a review, we appreciate any and all feedback! Share with a friend that you feel this episode (or any previous episodes) will help!   IG: Mixed Visions Podcast Follow for upcoming episode info and Q&AsHost: Erica Adams ( E )Co-Host: Julien Johnson (Juelz)Intro/Outro beats: @yeafloyd*click name for Instagram  profile 

A hundred years ago, the American chestnut was the redwood of the East. It was big, and it was everywhere, especially in the southern Appalachians. But, today, it's just a shrub and is, functionally, extinct. With chestnuts having gone through such a dramatic decline, restoration has been a priority, and it's been a restoration effort unlike many others. It's been one of the most passionate efforts an American tree has ever seen. Related Research: American Chestnut Oral History Project (2009) American Chestnut Restoration (NRS) “Reintroduction of American Chestnut in the National Forest System” (2014) “American Chestnut: A Test Case for Genetic Engineering?” (2014) “Growth, Survival, and Competitive Ability of Chestnut Seedlings Planted Across a Gradient of Light Levels” (2017) “Restoration of the American Chestnut Will Require More Than a Blight-Resistant Tree” (2020) Scientists: Leila Pinchot, Research Ecologist, Northern Research Station, Delaware, Ohio Bethany Baxter, American Chestnut Oral History Project, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Ella Preston, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Letcher County, Kentucky Harding Ison, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Letcher County, Kentucky James Mullins, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Dickenson County, Virginia Produced by the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station. Want more information? Visit us at www.nrs.fs.fed.us/podcast/2/3/ Any questions? Connect with us on Twitter!

In this edition of WMMT's Mountain Talk, in honor of Black History Month, we open with a profile on a one-of-a-kind Black Appalachian: the activist Evelyn Williams. Evelyn was a unique and influential figure in the region, and the subject of an eponymous 1995 Appalshop documentary film (produced by Anne Lewis). This radio story is an adaptation of that film, and includes Evelyn's recollections of growing up Black in East Kentucky in the 1920's and 30's. Then, as a part of our ongoing series Prevent Diabetes EKY, we hear from Letcher County's Tiffany Scott about a local program & research project, Appalachians in Control, that has been helping people in the area live better with type 2 diabetes. (For more stories of managing & preventing type 2 diabetes in East KY, check out our project website: http://www.preventdiabeteseky.org.) And finally, from the Appalshop Archive, we close with a clip of the inimitable Black Southwest Virginia musician Earl Gilmore, who discusses the blues (it's like being in a fight—but with yourself, he says) and closes the show with a gospel tune.

In this episode of the rural voice, we interview Mike Hogg and Denise Yonts regarding rural education, technology, college preparedness, and adaption to the changing COVID world. We discuss utilizing school buses for creating a mobile STEM lab for virtual learning. We discuss how they have created programs to help first-generation and low-income high school students access college, including the social and adaptation skills needed to navigate college post-high school life. We also discussed how rural education in eastern Kentucky has adapted to meet the COVID challenge, particularly given the challenges of internet access by many students. With roughly 15% of students without internet access, they discussed using school buses as mobile hotspots where students could meet in churches or public buildings to complete coursework. Superintendent Yonts discussed the importance of trauma-informed training for teachers to meet the needs of students as they return from remote learning. Mike Hogg serves as the chief operating officer for Partners for Education. Hogg has more than 20 years of experience working in public school leadership positions in Appalachian school districts, including a superintendent, assistant superintendent, and principal. Denise Yonts is superintendent for Letcher County and began her career as an Instructional Assistant at WWE, working with special education students and Kindergarteners. She taught high school English at Whitesburg High School before becoming an Assistant Principal and principal. Following consolidation, she was an Assistant Principal, and then served as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for our district. Thank you to WIN LEARNING for Sponsoring this Episode.

Episode 3: Hollerween - hosted by Matthew Carter Mike Amburgey is a black lung attorney in Whitesburg, KY. He grew up in Pistol City. A small holler in the Campbranch area of Letcher County, KY. Pierceton Hobbs is musician and music instructor from southwest Virginia. Bandcamp: https://piercetonhobbs.bandcamp.com/music IG: https://www.instagram.com/thepeachhobbler Mitchella Phipps is a musician from Whitesburg, KY. They play in a three-piece punk band called Slut Pill, and can be found on stage and in the studio with singer-songwriter, Senora May. Bandcamp: https://slutpill.bandcamp.com/music https://senoramay.bandcamp.com/music Host, Matthew Carter, is a musician, producer/editor, and former public radio director that plays in the band Tenure with fellow podcaster, Tarence Ray, of the Trillbilly Worker's Party. https://tenure.bandcamp.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/matthewdcarter IG: https://www.instagram.com/matthewdcarter Faces In The Corner https://twitter.com/FITCPod https://www.instagram.com/facesinthecorner/ Cash App: $facesinthecorner Venmo: @facesinthecorner Zine: https://trillbillies.bigcartel.com/product/faces-in-the-corner-zine-vol-1-season-zero Email: facesinthecorner@gmail.com

On this second episode of a two part episode of the Chillbillies podcast, we sit down with Farahn Morgan.  Farahn is the owner of Foundry Public Relations in Wise, VA.  Previously, she was a communications and public relations professional in Washington, D.C.  She served as Special Assistant and strategic communications advisor in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs and as Communications Director for Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-1). She holds a J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law.Farahn's roots are in Letcher County, KY and she grew up in Southwestern Virginia.  We talk about a range of topics that include the culture of DC and the current state of media.  Enjoy!Twitter: @FarahnMorganCall Pelycon Technologies!  You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366).Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners get a free, no hassle estimate! Call today at 859-203-7476.  

On this first episode of a two part episode of the Chillbillies podcast, we sit down with Farahn Morgan.  Farahn is the owner of Foundry Public Relations in Wise, VA.  Previously, she was a communications and public relations professional in Washington, D.C.  She served as Special Assistant and strategic communications advisor in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs and as Communications Director for Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-1). She holds a J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law.Farahn's roots are in Letcher County, KY and she grew up in Southwestern Virginia.  We talk about a range of topics that include the culture of DC and the current state of media.  Enjoy!Twitter: @FarahnMorganCall Pelycon Technologies!  You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366).Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners get a free, no hassle estimate! Call today at 859-203-7476.  

A Guatemalan family living in Massachusetts faces a painful separation. Organic dairy farmers feel the squeeze of low prices and production quotas. And we talk to two communities on opposite sides of the political spectrum who are opting for dialogue over division. Plus, we hear the true story behind the legend of a notorious Rhode Island shipwreck; and learn how artists make a living in New England and beyond. WBUR's Shannon Dooling fills in for John Dankosky this week. Isidro Macario waits at security as his travel documents are processed by ICE officers before boarding his flight. (Jesse Costa/WBUR) “They're Taking Them One-By-One” Isidro Macario, right, hugs his younger brother Erwin goodbye before being escorted by ICE officers to the boarding gate at Logan Airport. (Jesse Costa/WBUR) Saying goodbye at Boston's Logan Airport is a familiar, and painful scene for the four Macario brothers. Two years ago they said goodbye to their father when he was deported back to his native Guatemala after losing an asylum case. This week, the oldest brother, Isidro, faced the same fate. Accompanied by federal immigration officers through airport security, Isidro was bound for deportation back to Guatemala, where he was born. Shannon Dooling met with the family in Lynn, Massachusetts just a few days before Isidro was deported. Too Much Milk Randolph Center, Vt. farmer David Silloway offers free milk samples at the annual Farm Show. An oversupply of organic milk has stalled Silloway’s plans to earn a higher price for his product. (John Dillon/VPR) Organic dairy farmers are getting paid less because of an oversupply of their milk.The overabundance was enough to keep one major organic buyer from signing up with new farmers. For years, organic farming was a bright spot in the regional dairy economy. But as Vermont Public Radio’s John Dillon reports, organic milk sales are falling down, and so are the wages that farmers are paid. Reaching Out The election of President Donald Trump in 2016 left much of the country divided along strict partisan lines. But residents in Leverett, Massachusetts, a small, liberal town just north of Amherst, wanted to know more about the people who voted for Mr. Trump. To do that, they had to look outside of their own community. Paula Green, a professional conflict facilitator and co-founder of the Leverett Peace Commission led the charge. Her group reached out to conservative communities throughout the country, and they connected with one in Letcher County, Kentucky after reading an article written by a Connecticut native. Soon enough, the Leverett group was emailing back and forth with a community in the heart of coal country, many of whom were Trump voters. Last October, community members from Letcher County visited Leverett for a three-day workshop, facilitated by Green. In April, the Massachusetts residents will visit Kentucky. They call the project “Hands Across the Hills.” We got a group of women together on the phone– Paula Green and Danielle Barshak from Leverett, and Gwen Johnson and Nell Fields of Letcher County– to talk about finding common ground, gaining an understanding of divergent positions, and forging friendships. Ghost Ship In 1738, a British merchant ship carrying immigrants from southwest Germany was grounded in a post-Christmas blizzard on the tip of Block Island. The storm and on-board sickness wiped out 200 passengers and crew members leaving, only 100 alive. The incident grew to a local legend as tales of murder, mutiny, and theft began swirling. Over centuries, islanders have reported seeing an apparition of a flaming ship off the coast of Block Island. Writer Jill Farinelli uncovers the true story of that shipwreck and its passengers in the new book The Palatine Wreck: The Legend of the New England Ghost Ship. The Business of Culture New England is often seen as a destination for history and natural beauty, but not necessarily as a hub for the arts. But New Englanders are known for being hard-working, thrifty, and ingenious. And consultant-turned-podcaster Lucas Spivey says those qualities are just as important for artists as a creative spark. Spivey travels the country interviewing artists about how they make a living from their art. He does that inside the “Mobile Incubator” – a retrofitted 1957 Shasta Trailer. Then he publishes those interviews on his podcast, Culture Hustlers. Mobile Incubator for Arts & Culture (LONG) from Mobile Incubator on Vimeo. Spivey spent part of last summer and fall as the public-artist-in-residence at the Boston Center for the Arts, where he interviewed local creators of different stripes. Now he's back at the BCA with a gallery show featuring works by artists from around the country. NEXT producer Andrea Muraskin met up with Spivey for a tour of the exhibition and for an insight into the hustle of creating culture in New England. Got a question about the business of the arts? Leave a voicemail for Lucas Spivey on the Culture Hustlers Hotline at 978- 712-8858. You just might get the answer in the form of a podcast. About NEXT NEXT is produced at WNPR. Guest Host this Week: Shannon Dooling Host: John Dankosky Producer: Andrea Muraskin Executive Producer: Catie Talarski Contributors to this episode: John Dillon, Shannon Dooling and Andrea Muraskin Special thanks this week to Ben Fink Music: Todd Merrell, “New England” by Goodnight Blue Moon, “Not for Nothing” by Otis McDonald, “Down the Line” by Romare Get all the NEXT episodes. We appreciate your feedback! 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This week, we speak with Lill, a resident of Whitesburg, Kentucky. Whitesburg is located in Letcher County the proposed home to a new federal prison to be built on a mountaintop removal site. We have previously covered the strong local organizing in Letcher County that had helped put a stop to this toxic proposal. In …