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Brian "Geaux Tigers" Manzella is a Louisiana PGA teaching professional who also lives & breathes college football. The former Louisvillian uses golf parlance to explain why the SEC will continue to dominate college football despite this year's limited success. His picks in the semifinals are the gold standard of prognostication. Will Texas take it all? Not so fast!. Listen for his complete analysis here.

Ben is back from a week long trip to Italy and had some...experiences involving a clogged toilet at the Vatican and running into another Louisvillian there?? Plus in Group Therapy, her new guy has a hobby he didn't exactly disclose until she found out about it when she went to his place for the first time! We play Little Kid or Drunk Adult for Theresa Caputo tickets where booty pancakes enter the chat and learn about the Poopcopter?

Our host LUL President & CEO, Lyndon Pryor, is joined by the ⁠Ronyale Smith, Owner Blak Koffee. Blak Koffee is a Black-owned cafe in the Russell neighborhood of West Louisville, 1219 West Jefferson Street at the Molo Village. The pair talk about Ronyale's entrepreneurship journey from nail tech to small business owner, the new store opening in the Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center, and the importance of creating space in West Louisville for the community to network. Ronyale Smith is a life-long Louisvillian from the Newburg area with a heart for community and a deep-rooted passion for connecting and empowering others. Professionally, Ronyale is experienced in Project Management, Real Estate and Economic Development.

Muhammad loses the greatest love of his life, while Davis's life continues to shape shift in surprising ways. Also, we speak with a young Louisvillian whose future, through happenstance, was molded by his time with Ali. This episode contains information and audio from the following sources: Art Varkington ESPN NPR Associated Press Top Rank Boxing ITV OWN CBS Evening News NBC Universal Iconic Forever Films Music213 JewishJonah Muhammad AliSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, we bring you an excellent panel discussion called "Building Bridges: The Power of Collaboration," Part 3 of the Center for Neighborhoods' Louisville Community Development Network virtual Summer Speaker Series. Tune in and learn how to work collaboratively with other nonprofit leaders to build a network and achieve a shared mission. Learn more at https://centerforneighborhoods.org/cdc-network/ The Panel was facilitated by Margarett McBride and included: 1. Mikal Forbush (he/him) is the Executive Director of the Center for Neighborhoods and a native Louisvillian. He has a background in working with youth and community organizations around creating change. Mikal is a graduate of the University of Louisville with degrees in Pan-African Studies and Sociology and enjoys many activities within the city. 2. Stacy Bailey-Ndiaye (she/her) is the founder and executive director of Bridge Kids International (BKI), a global non-profit that uses the power of African heritage culture to support the well-being of young people and their communities. BKI helps young people build creative confidence and develop their own solutions to community challenges and builds positive relationships between Africa and the African Diaspora. During her 23-year career in higher education, she has held a variety of positions in student development, social justice, and multicultural affairs, served on nonprofit boards and community projects, and has traveled extensively building relationships between people and institutions. Originally from New York City, Stacy holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology with a concentration in Race and Ethnic Relations and a master's degree in educational administration. 3. Jeana Dunlap (she/her) is an urbanist, strategic advisor and founder of the Louisville-based META Agency, LLC. During her 15 years in local government, Jeana pursued economic justice, cultural & historical preservation and digital equity across various initiatives 4. Archbishop Marcia Dinkins (she/her) is the executive director and founder of Black Women Rising, Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC, blackappalachiancoalition.org), and the Co-Executive Director of the Transforming Power Fund (https://transformingpowerfund.org/). She has a background in community organizing related to domestic violence, health and safety, education, climate, environment, employment and criminal justice. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary and Women and Gender Studies (University of Toledo) and a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice and Policy (Youngstown State University). Currently, she is a Ph.D. candidate at Union Institute and University focusing on Public Policy and Social Change. 5. Margarett McBride (she/her) is the Sr. Associate of Storytelling at Cities United. As an artist, author, organizer, and researcher, Margarett has cultivated a body of work that reflects the stories and lives of Black youth, families, and neighborhoods. At Cities United, Margarett helps disseminate ideas, information, data, and stories so cities can envision and create a world where we have dismantled systems of inequity so young Black men and boys can experience safe, healthy, and hopeful communities. You can learn more about her work at margarettmcbride.com and by following her @RenaissanceMars. On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at http://forwardradio.org.

Craig Greenberg - Louisville, KY, Democratic Mayor Candidate, 2022 Craig is a proud Louisvillian, husband, father, entrepreneur, and community leader who believes in thinking big, working hard, and making things happen. Craig has spent his career turning dreams into realities and will bring that energy to building a Louisville that works for every family. Craig, an attorney by training who went from Jefferson County Public Schools to Harvard Law School, helped start and build a Louisville-based company, 21c Museum Hotels, which grew to more than 1,100 team members. 21c received international recognition and helped revive Main Street in Louisville and other urban neighborhoods across the country. Craig has also led other transformative, historic preservation projects that have driven Louisville's downtown revitalization, including 111 Whiskey Row, which was nearly destroyed by fire. No matter how great, the desire to solve problems will be at the core of Craig's effort to build a stronger Louisville. Craig has leadership experience enacting reforms for good government and transparency. As a member of the University of Louisville Board of Trustees, Craig led the effort to hold the former University President accountable for inappropriate financial dealings. While on the University Board of Trustees, Craig also spearheaded a successful effort to stop a proposed 5% tuition increase for students. Craig has also served as the Chairman of the March of Dimes' March for Babies and on the boards of Metro United Way and the Louisville Jewish Community Center.

This week we interviewed Lamin Swann, the Democratic nominee in the 93rd district in Lexington. He talked to us about running for office as a Black man with a disability, the history of district 93 during his lifetime, and what issues he'd like to lead on if he were elected. Before speaking with Lamin, we talked about Daniel Cameron's background and his prospects for winning the GOP nomination for Governor. Then, we talked about the US Marhshals, who killed Omari Cryer, a man in the Chickasaw neighborhood.

Stephanie wraps up 2021 by talking with Kelly Doyle about the magic of embracing challenges and seeing changes in yourself! Kelly is a native Louisvillian, mom, wife, sister, and amazing cheerleader. In this episode, Kelly tells us about the start of her running journey, her setback when fighting choriocarcinoma (cancer), and her comeback to running in 2016. She gives some great advice on being open to challenges (and change) and demonstrates how she was open to change and in turn completed her first Half Ironman this year.  No doubt you will be inspired and motivated by Kelly's story - enjoy it and share with other women you want to encourage. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluegrassbamr/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bluegrassbamr/support

Umpire (and Louisvillian) Tom Hallion talks about working the World Series, how he deals with angry players, the end of his career, and the possibility of robots calling balls and strikes...

Umpire (and Louisvillian) Tom Hallion talks about working the World Series, how he deals with angry players, the end of his career, and the possibility of robots calling balls and strikes...

Louisvillian author/actress Ashley Kate Adams talks about her winding life path from Manual High School to New York City, showbiz after COVID, and her book "#BYOP: Be Your Own Producer"...

Louisvillian author/actress Ashley Kate Adams talks about her winding life path from Manual High School to New York City, showbiz after COVID, and her book "#BYOP: Be Your Own Producer"...

On this episode: We will talk about Mindfulness!  About the guest: Abica Dubay is Louisville native who spent 15 years living in Los Angeles pursuing acting and becoming increasingly interested in health and wellness. While in LA, she completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training with Ella Cojocaru and received many other trainings in different types of yoga.  Realizing that acting was taking a backseat to yoga, she decided to make the move back home to Louisville 3 years ago with her Chef hubby and 2 heart-crushingly adorable Black Labs. While in Louisville she took a month off life to live in Bali, Indonesia where she received her 300 hr yoga certification with Deep Kumar.  6 months ago, she opened Yogast8; A Vinyasa Flow yoga studio in the heart of St. Matthews offering everything from HITT to Slow to Flow.  Abica's goal is to help health and happiness be a forefront in Louisvillian lives!" Follow her: @yogast8 and @yogameetsabica About the host: Victoria Staton is a twentysomething, God-fearing wife, dog mom, and serial entrepreneur with a passion for helping others flourish. She owns a high-end wedding and event planning and design company, an online based skincare and nutrition company in partnership with Arbonne International, teaches Zumba independently as a licensed instructor, is a real estate investor with her husband of almost 6 years, and is pursuing additional education in nutrition to expand her knowledge base. She is now pursuing a double diploma to be recognized as a Clinical Master Herbalist and Traditional Doctor of Naturopathy, but she is most excited about the knowledge that will be acquired. Her fuel is found in her, why, which is ultimately to help others be victorious in every area of their life. She loves to help others feel and look their best because when you are operating at your optimal level you can conquer the world.  Learn more about what she does and how she can assist you by reaching out to her on IG @victorialstaton. Stay in the know by following me: IG: Instagram.com/victorialstaton See the show live each week on Monday's at 3P ET on Instagram @victorialstaton Tiktok: VictoriaLStaton What products do I use that are vegan, pure, safe, and beneficial: VictoriaStaton.Arbonne.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCpGfoyE6dUIYLdNilXxAUg Facebook Page: Facebook.com/victorialstaton Free informational and fun Facebook group: Facebook.com/groups/victoriashealthyvips Dance with me at VictoriaStaton.Zumba.com DISCLAIMER The information discussed on this episode is to be taken at your own risk. My guest and I are not liable. Please consult with your doctor before making any medical practice changes. #happyandhealthylivingwithVictoriaFollow her here: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victorialstaton/message

WDRB's Stephan Johnson goes one-on-one with Yvette Gentry, a native Louisvillian who is returning to Louisville Metro Police as interim chief during a tumultuous period. Gentry talks about police reform, the Breonna Taylor case, perceived racism in traffic stops and why she doesn't want the job permanently even though she was passed over for it eight years ago. After the interview, Johnson offers his observations about Gentry's return to the department.

Kevin chats it up with John Hornung - former Louisvillian, former UL Football Strength & Conditioning Coach, Health & Fitness Entrepreneur, and a genuinely good guy. We talk his #AnimalSanctuary project that included a 1200 Mile Walk for awareness, as well as some sports, paranormal & more. Great hang with our new friend.Check out the podcast and his GoFundMe for his Animal Sanctuary project.https://www.gofundme.com/f/our-own-animal-shelterhttps://www.facebook.com/pg/eonathleticshttps://www.facebook.com/taktion4u SFTL Social Media - Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  

Dot Ridings, local Louisvillian and past President of both the local and National League of Women Voters, is Co-Chair of the Commission on Presidential Debates, which is responsible for organizing the 2020 Presidential Debate prior to the General Election. Listen in as she explains the Commission and its duties vis a vis this critical debate.

Steve Trager has been with Republic Bank since 1987 and now serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer where he remains actively involved in the operation and retail management of Republic’s forty-five banking centers in Kentucky, Indiana, Florida, Ohio, and Tennessee with total assets of $5.1 billion. After completion of undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin where he received his B.A. degree in finance, Mr. Trager went on to receive his J.D. degree from the University of Louisville School of Law. For a period of two years, he was associated with the law firm of Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs. Mr. Trager is past chairman for the Kentucky Bankers Association, the University of Louisville Board of Overseers, the 2016 Fund for the Arts Campaign and Leadership Kentucky; and a former board member of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis’ Louisville Branch and the Louisville Regional Airport Authority. Mr. Trager currently serves on the Bellarmine University Board of Trustees. He is involved in local community nonprofit organizations and was recognized as the Louisvillian of the year in 2017 and was awarded the Lincoln Foundation’s 2018 Spirit of Excellence Award. Connect with David on Twitter: twitter.com/DavidNovakOGO See more Podcasts: davidnovakleadership.com/leadership-podcast/ Take our Free Recognition Survey: davidnovakleadership.com/survey

It's the hotly-anticipated Hoosier Edition of Three Chords and the Truth! In this episode, we celebrate the moderately-great state of Indiana. Timothy Paul Jones, a committed Louisvillian who dusts off his feet each time he returns from Indiana, is joined by Doug Blount and Garrick Bailey—two residents of Indiana who were transplanted into the Midwest after being uprooted from the kingdom of Texas—to discuss why so many New Atheists assume that faith and evidence stand in opposition to each other. Atheist writer Richard Dawkins has defined faith, for example, as “a state of mind that leads people to believe something—it doesn’t matter what—in the total absence of supporting evidence.” Bestselling biologist Jerry Coyne echoes this understanding and describes faith as “the acceptance of things for which there is no strong evidence.” “Faith is,” according to Christopher Hitchens, “the surrender of reason.” But is faith actually the antithesis of reason and evidence? That's the question Garrick and Timothy explore in the first half of this week's episode with Doug Blount, who completed master's and doctoral degrees in philosophy at the University of Notre Dame, an institution that may be found—according to some reports—within the borders of Indiana. In the second half, Timothy and Garrick take a look at John Mellencamp and James Dean, two Indiana natives who are almost as popular among Hoosiers as Garrick Bailey and Doug Blount. Along the way, we analyze the hit song "Jack and Diane," solve the mystery of John Mellencamp's many names—Johnny Cougar? John Cougar? John J. Mellencamp?—and discover how psychology, economics, and the rise of the New Left created what we know today as the "teenager." Then, we consider what all of this means for student ministries in local churches today. This week's question from the Infinity Gauntlet forces a choice between Captain America's shield and one of the three Deathly Hallows. As we discuss this difficult question, we are shocked to discover that—if Garrick ever obtains a vibranium shield—his children will need invisibility cloaks to have any hope of surviving into adulthood. Subscribe to Three Chords and the Truth: The Apologetics Podcast: Apple / Android / RSS. In this Episode Douglas K. Blount, Ph.D., is professor of Christian Apologetics at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and previously served on the executive committee of the Evangelical Philosophical Society. He is currently working on a book manuscript entitled Apologetics and the Death of Modernity. Follow Dr. Blount on Twitter at @dougblount. Questions to Discuss 1. “Faith is,” Christopher Hitchens once declared, “the surrender of the mind; it’s the surrender of reason.” According to Oxford University biologist Richard Dawkins, “faith is a state of mind that leads people to believe something—it doesn’t matter what—in the total absence of supporting evidence.” Bestselling biologist Jerry Coyne echoes this understanding and describes faith as “the acceptance of things for which there is no strong evidence.” What is the basis for claims like this? 2. What is the relationship between faith and evidence? 3. In his bestselling book Faith Versus Fact, Jerry Coyne—professor emeritus at the University of Chicago—makes this further claim about faith and evidence: “Religious claims are empirical claims, and although some may be hard to test, they must, like all claims about reality, be defended with a combination of evidence and reason.” What’s the problem with his declaration that religious claims are empirical claims that must be empirically tested? 4. In 2007, Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, Daniel Dennett, and Sam Harris gathered at Christopher Hitchens’ home in Washington, DC, for a two-hour discussion. These four atheists became known as The Four Horsemen of the Non-Apocalypse and as representatives of a New Atheism. What impact do you think that this New Atheism has had on the culture and on apologetics? Links to Click If you're interested in learning more about how to help children and college students keep their faith, one great place to start is Perspectives on Family Ministry, edited by Timothy Paul Jones. To learn more about this book, visit https://www.bhacademic.com/product/perspectives-on-family-ministry-2/ B and H Academic Faith Versus Fact: book by Jerry Coyne Adolescence: book by Granville Stanley Hall One-Dimensional Man: book by Herbert Marcuse Soul Searching: book by Christian Smith Sweet Bird of Youth: play by Tennessee Williams What is a Hoosier?: article by the State of Indiana The Four Horsemen Hour 1: documentary by Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason & Science The Four Horsemen Hour 2: documentary by Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason & Science "Summer of '69": song by Bryan Adams "Jack & Diane": song by John Mellencamp "Money for Nothing": song by Dire Straits "Glory Days": song by Bruce Springsteen "Eden is Burning": album by John Mellencamp ”Faith”: song by George Michael John Mellencamp: album by John Mellencamp Rebel Without a Cause: movie by Nicholas Ray ThreeChordsApologetics.com How to Make Three Chords and the Truth More Amazing than It Already Is Support the show and spread the word! Here are a few ways to do that: 1. Subscribe to Three Chords and the Truth: The Apologetics Podcast: Apple / Android / RSS. 2. Leave a rating and review on iTunes to encourage other people to listen to the show. 3. If you purchase any of the books mentioned in Three Chords and the Truth, consider using the Amazon links provided in the show notes. The show will receive a small percentage of each sale. 4. Visit our Patreon site where you can support the podcast, suggest future songs or topics, and order Three Chords and the Truth merchandise. 5. Make contact with us on Twitter: @DrTimothyPJones  @GarrickBailey  @ApologeticsPod The Closing Credits Three Chords and the Truth: The Apologetics Podcast thanks B&H Academic for their sponsorship. Music for the podcast has been licensed through Artlist.io and performed by the band Vegan Friendly—even though neither Garrick nor Timothy has ever been vegan friendly. 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Forward Radio is excited to participate in the Louisville Maker Faire on UofL's campus in the Speed School of Engineering parking lot on S. 3rd St. just south of Eastern Pkwy, Sept. 28-29 10am-6pm. Stop by our booth and learn how to MAKE media that matters with us! Visit our live broadcasting and podcast production booth and get your voice on air! In this recording we share our live broadcast from the first day of the Faire, featuring interviews with all kinds of makers and aspiring makers, and some of the speakers on the main stage, including Mayor Greg Fischer, JCPS Superintendent Marty Polio, and the Louisvillian who launched the Maker Faire movement! Come and see us! More info is at https://louisville.makerfaire.com/ #makerlou #makerfaire

Are you ready for a judgment-free zone? Listen in as Stephanie sits down with Rochelle Lindsey, Chicago native (but Louisvillian-at-heart), to talk about life as a mother runner.  Rochelle talks about running after injury, balancing family life with training, and just being that woman that supports other women.  She also shares how watching her husband run the Boston Marathon inspired her to train for her first marathon. You'll also hear Rochelle stress how important it is to acknowledge that running is for each individual and you never know what other runners are going through.  Lastly, she'll inspire you to run with a purpose. Her book, "Overcomers Versus Survivors" also details the challenges she has overcome in her life and how they have shaped her into the person she is today!  Show Notes  Follow Rochelle on Instagram @rofergie Follow Rochelle on Facebook  Rochelle's Book "Overcomers vs Survivors" can be found on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Overcomers-Versus-Survivors-Rochelle-Lindsey/dp/1635251508 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluegrassbamr/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bluegrassbamr/support

Ben Smock is a Louisville, Kentucky native. As Director of Development for Canopy, the nonprofit organization making Kentucky first in Good Business, he leads by integrating social consciousness with organizational success, and is committed to a compassionate and thoughtful approach to state-wide economic development. Ben holds an MBA from the University of Louisville, and B.S. degree in Business Management from the University of Kentucky. Ben has an abundance of experience in the nonprofit with years of experience from Norton Hospital Foundation, Metro United Way, and now Canopy. Ben is also a graduate of Leadership Louisville's Ignite Louisville program, working alongside Kentucky Refugee Ministries to win the Ignite Louisville Challenge. Ben is proud to be a Louisvillian and help make big things happen for our community.   This episode's featured spirit is Old Forester, 86 proof Hosts: David Stadler Chris McConnell Jeremy Ficklin

Jack Hughes Jacobs was born on March 31st, 1935 in Grayson, KY. to Ira Gee “Big Jack” Jacobs and Elizabeth Pryor Hughes. He became a lifelong Louisvillian and was a life-long member of Christ Church Episcopal Cathedral where he began singing in the choir during the mid-1940’s and becoming an altar boy. Jack was a 1953 graduate of Manual High School and went on to serve in active duty with the U.S. Coast Guard. Upon his return, he became a 1962 graduate of the University of Kentucky. While at the University of Kentucky, he became a fraternal member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and a “Life-Loyal” Sig” in 2003 and receiving a 2009 Military Recognition Sigma Chi pin. Jack also dabbled in commercial enterprises where he conceived & developed one of the first parcels of land along the Westport Road corridor in Eastern Jefferson County, Kentucky. A small strip shopping center known as “Jacobs Plaza” in 1969 that remained in the family until 2012. During the “Jacobs Plaza” venture he opened “Jacobs’ Liquors”-the first major liquor in Eastern Jefferson County in 1970. This liquor store served many of the workers from the Kentucky Ford Plant on Chamberlain Lane.

Dell Courtney is a native Louisvillian with an English Major from the University of Louisville. Her hand print & influence has been instrumental for decades in the “Behind-the-Scenes” work as a consultant or volunteer on such notable Louisville festivals as the Ethnic Heritage weekends in the 1970’s under her company’s banner Visionworks, LLC. She has overseen the development and management of such notable festivals as the: St. Patrick’s Parade from 1999–2009, the Halloween Parade from 2003-16, WorldFest in 2005-06, the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial national Signature Event from 2000-03 as well as the iconic Light Up Louisville Winter Wonderland Parade from 2004-12. She was also involved with Holidays Around the World from 2006-16 not to mention multiple 5K Runs & Walks, golf scrambles, community expos & summer festivals. Most recently she has overseen Louisville’s Veterans Day Parade from 2011-16 with two co-chairs to the “Spirit of ’45” commemoration, end of World War II event in 2015 & 16 to co-chairing & co-producing the Bowman Field Aviation & Military Heritage Festival in 2017. Lastly, she has served on the volunteer boards of Sister Cities of Louisville, Clifton Center of Louisville, The Fillies, Kling Center, & the Spirit of Louisville Foundation (Bell Awards) for over 25 years! She is married to Frederick P. Courtney, retired from the US Coast Guard, and they have 1 daughter in Washington, DC along with 1 grandson.

Louisville is home to one of the most famous sporting events in the world: The Kentucky Derby. During the first weekend in May, Hollywood celebrities, famous athletes and many other well-to-do put on their best hats and head to Louisville for the first leg of the Triple Crown. I'm not a native Louisvillian but even I can tell you that Derby is about much more than "The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports." There are concerts and boat races and charity events. Restaurants and bars create special menus. It feels kind of like a holiday. There are also a lot of fancy parties. And one of the fanciest is Mayor Greg Fischer's. This year, Fischer's Derby weekend guests stayed at the brand-new Omni Hotel, drank bonded bourbon, dined on braised lamb, were chauffeured to the racetrack, and for two days, watched races from the posh sixth floor Skye Terrace at Churchill Downs. So, who did Fischer entertain? LeBron? Elon Musk? Bill and Melinda Gates? Oprah? Can't say, because while Fisher's invite-only Derby weekend cost taxpayers about $109,000 this year, the guest list remains a secret, all in the name of economic development. Mary Ellen Wiederwohl, the city's chief economic development officer, said that publicly identifying attendees would have a “chilling effect” on their future participation. As Metro Council is considering an ordinance that would force Fischer to disclose his Derby guest list, city reporter Amina Elahi looked into how other cities operate. Amina joins us today to tell us what she found.

Ninth Street. The Ninth Street divide. West of Ninth. Mention any of these phrases to just about any Louisvillian and they'll know what you're talking about. In fact, there are people who are new to the city that would already know what you're talking about. The Ninth Street corridor is multiple lanes of traffic with a wide median. It's a physical — and psychological — barrier between black and white. Rich and poor. It separates the predominantly black neighborhoods of West Louisville from the mostly white neighborhoods of the east. Many folks who live in West Louisville have to cross Ninth Street to work, shop and eat, while those who live elsewhere have few reasons to go "west of Ninth." Now, the city is considering proposals to "re-imagine" Ninth Street. They want to add parks, art and make room for food trucks. The proposals would slow down traffic and make it more pedestrian-friendly. Written in the concept plans for the city's project, there's this: "As energy builds to re-imagine Ninth Street, it is crucial to understand how the corridor is used today and where it wants to go tomorrow." But what about yesterday? Can Louisville improve Ninth Street without acknowledging the divide and how it became divided in first place? Reporter Amina Elahi is covering this story for WFPL and she joins us today on Recut.

Dawne Gee grew up dreaming of working in communications. In August 1994, Gee joined WAVE 3 News, where she had applied nine times before they hired her as a writer in the promotions department. Eventually, Gee filled in for an anchor on “WAVE Listens,” a television talk show. Four years later, she was named the morning anchor of WAVE 3 News. Gee now co-anchors the 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. newscasts and hosts “WAVE Country with Dawne Gee,” which profiles people making a difference in our community and highlights events of interest in the area. Gee is involved in many charitable organizations and serves on the board of the Kentucky Brain Injury Association. She frequently donates her time to serve groups that need help, and is especially active lending her time to local healthcare not-for- profits. In 2010, she was selected Louisvillian of the Year by Leo magazine. Her extensive speaking engagements on behalf of the community are upwards to 200 a year. A Louisville-native, Gee earned a B.A. in communications and a B.A. in biology from the University of Louisville. Her faith and family keep her grounded. She has two sons and a daughter.

Sam Swope has had a historic 60 years in the automobile dealership business. He began his company with a dealership in Elizabethtown in 1951 and expanded into Louisville in 1956. After two unfortunate incidents, causing two separate locations to burn down, Swope persevered and continued to grow his business. Today, Swope operates over 20 dealerships throughout Kentucky. Swope has a long list of lifetime awards, including the prestigious Louisvillian of the Year Award and the University of Louisville Presidential Medal for service to the university and the Louisville community. In 2012, Swope announced his retirement, naming his daughter Patti Swope the new chairwoman of the board, and putting his nephew to work as president and CEO. In memoriam: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/louisville/obituary.aspx?n=Samuel-G-Swope&pid=173427183