Trump voters – here’s your candidate
Just in case you’ve forgotten exactly who and what you’re voting for, Seth Myers has the bullet list.
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Andy says VETO, General Assembly says HELL NO
This week we start the episode with some (un)surprising news out of DC. Then, the Kentucky legislature, where they just wrapped up day 45 of the 60-day session. Finally, a great returning guest, Jamie Lucke, the editor of the Kentucky Lantern,
Mitch McConnell, Anthony Piagentini, and IVF with Allison Wiseman
Allison Wiseman joins Robert to talk about Mitch McConnell's exit from Senate Leadership, Anthony Piagentini's trial, and IVF bills moving in the Kentucky legislature.
Mitch blew it
After all he has done to destroy the Senate and our democracy, Senator Mitch McConnell had one last chance to do the right thing. And today, he blew it.
Candidate interview: Adam Moore
An interview with Democrat Adam Moore, running for the Kentucky House in District 45. Definitely a flippable seat, so why not put some money in the coffers?
49th in oral health, Kentucky considers bill to get to 50th
Doug and Nate offer up the hot takes on a few Frankfort political mistakes: pro-child labor, pro-hunger and anti-flouride. Then they are joined by civil rights organizer, Savvy Shabazz to hear about his campaign to remove the slavery clause from the KY constitution.
Bruce’s Take: The MAGA Shutdown
We're two days away from a partial federal government shutdown. Who's causing this, and what are the consequences?
Bad bills and James Comer
Jazmin and Robert break down 3 bad bill this week: child labor, “religious freedom,” and guns in school. Then Robert brings an update about James Comer and his embarrassing attempts to impeach Joe Biden.
Let’s talk about those frozen babies
Bruce takes on the recent decision by the Alabama Supreme Court.
The KY GOP wants to give kids a job, and not child care
This weak, Aaron, Chris and Kimberly bring you a few key stories out of Frankfort (with special connections to Lexington and Louisville), and then catch up with the always-inspiring Sen. Reggie Thomas, before finishing up with a Moms Demand Call-to-Action!
Sarah Cole McIntosh on JCPS
This week Robert and Jazmin welcomed Sarah Cole McIntosh to the show to discuss JCPS and several of the legislative session's bills regarding the school district. Before that, Jazmin and Robert updated a few bills making their way through the legislature.
An interview with Jacqueline Coleman
We interview the just-reelected Lt. Governor of Kentucky, Jacqueline Coleman. We talked about her accomplishments in her first term, what she wants to get done in her second term, and what, if she had a magic wand, she would stop.
The budget has passed the House and other stories
The budget bills (HB 1 and HB 6) have passed the house. Robert talked about last second changes to the house bills, and Jazmin went through several other bills making their way through the legislature this week.
Why is the KY GOP afraid of diversity, equity, & inclusion?
This week, Aaron and Doug mark the start of black history month by connecting with Murray State professor of history, Dr. Brian Clardy to discuss anti-DEI efforts in Frankfort and why the GOP is so opposed to diversity, equity, & inclusion.
Kaylee Raymer on HB 5
This week we invited Kaylee Raymer of KY Policy to talk about HB 5 and how it is moving along in the legislature. She provided insights into changes the bill experienced this week and also efforts to make the bill less bad.
Will KYGA24 get some “gunsense”?
Kimberly, Doug, & Nate break down the news of the worthless and weak in Frankfort, then chat with Cathy Hobart Spicer to discuss the prospects for any sensible gun measures in this session.
