Yet another brand new spotlight makes its triumphant debut on this week's show: it's our very first "Preacher Feature"!! And, who better to help us launch this exciting segment than Reverend Becki Curry, who is a retired Superintendent of the Methodist Church's Louisville district and former Assistant to the Bishop. From preaching, to youth leadership, to hospice, Reverend Curry has plentiful experience to speak from in this episode. Tune in as she reflects on her time in these capacities, and offers useful tips for those seeking a successful tenure in ministry. Be entertained, be inspired, and be blessed!!

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If you have a youngster with a love of music and an interest in singing...or know someone who does...this week's episode is an absolute must-hear!! Listen in as I visit with an "Exceptional Educator" by the name of Julie Ann White, who has a wealth of experience in music instruction and choir directing. Mrs. White is the founder/director of a unique group of young and talented singers known as the Kentucky Youth Chorale...and new members are certainly welcome!! Julie will fill us in on the application and audition process, and detail her impressive background in a variety of singing and leadership capacities. Don't miss an instant, and check out the Kentucky Youth Chorale's website to learn more and apply...it's just a click away!: http://www.kentuckyyouthchorale.org/.

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This week, I'm privileged to speak with one of football's all-time greatest...Mr. Sam Ball!! Sam made his mark on the pigskin world as an offensive lineman for the Henderson County Colonels, Kentucky Wildcats, and Baltimore Colts. Tune in as I discuss with Sam the many memories he made on the football field, his two Super Bowl appearances, and his induction into the 2018 Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame. He'll also pass along useful tips for individuals aspiring to become future NFL legends. I know you'll enjoy listening to Mr. Ball as much as I enjoyed visiting with him!!

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On this episode, we debut a new and exciting feature known as the "Healthcare Hero"! Starting this week, we will occasionally spotlight a courageous individual from the medical field, who has commendably impacted the lives of their patients and their co-workers. Our first "Healthcare Hero" is Kimberly Burrow, a Nurse Practitioner at Henderson's Deaconess Hospital. Kimberly will describe how she found her calling to become a nurse, detail her experience in the profession, and offer words of wisdom for those aspiring to pursue a similar career path. Plus, as part of our "Bluegrass Brain Buster", we'll tell you how much it cost to construct the Fort Knox gold depository in 1936! Enjoy the show, and if you'd like additional information about Kimberly Burrow and her staff in Gastroenterology at Deaconess Henderson, simply phone 812-426-9545.

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Basketball fans unite...you'll love this week's guest in an instant! Even if you're not a basketball fan, you'll greatly appreciate his whit, knowledge, and energy. We're speaking of Mr. Joel Utley, who recently began his 61st (sixty-first) season as the radio voice of Kentucky Wesleyan Panther Basketball! At 82 years of age, he has no intention of slowing down...because as he states, it's "not a job"! Joel will speak of the many players, coaches, and moments that have made his time behind the mic so special, as well as his 2016 induction into the Kentucky Athletic Hall Of Fame. To relish his brilliant play-by-play calling, learn more about online streaming for the KWC Panthers by visiting their athletics page here: https://kwcpanthers.com/.

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When it comes to Kentucky, our special guest, Byron Crawford, has seen it, done it, and lived it! He currently serves as the Back-Page Columnist for Kentucky Living Magazine...but you may also remember him as the former Kentucky Columnist for the Louisville Courier Journal, or as the original host of KET's "Kentucky Life". Mr. Crawford will share with us the process by which he mastered the art of storytelling, the types of people/places he covered as a broadcaster/journalist, and where he'd choose to live in the "Bluegrass State" if he had to relocate. Please relish Byron's monthly column in Kentucky Living Magazine by subscribing via the following website: https://www.kentuckyliving.com/.

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The holiday season simply wouldn't be complete without the local business landmarks spotlighted on this week's episode! First, we take you to The Beverage Barn, with four locations in Henderson and Morganfield...where owners Brian and Justina McDaniel explain what makes this a great place to take a browse, take a breather, and even take a sip! Secondly, we'll satisfy our sweet tooth by visiting the Mount Sterling-based Ruth Hunt Candy Company. Rylee Stafford, manager of their Lexington location, will detail Ruth Hunt's impressive 100-year history, and walk us through the countless candy classics proudly produced in their factory. Additional information about The Beverage Barn is at your fingertips via this website: https://beveragebarnky.com/. Also, click below to learn more about Ruth Hunt Candy and order online: https://www.ruthhuntcandy.com/.

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If you're looking to cure your thirst for knowledge of Kentucky's rich and fascinating radio history, you couldn't have picked a better place! This week, we're joined by Kentucky radio historian Rob Calhoun, whose resume includes stops in Lexington, Owensboro, and Evansville...among others. Rob will speak of the splendid stations for which he has worked, the household Commonwealth names with whom he has collaborated, and his observations of radio's evolution over the past several decades. He'll also paint a picture of what he believes the future to hold for the world of broadcasting. It'll be a blast...and to further investigate the historical information that Rob has compiled, simply visit the following web page devoted to radio's past time in Kentucky: http://lkyradio.com/.

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This week's show holds a special spot in my heart, because this week's guest holds a special spot in my heart!! One of my fourth-grade teachers, Stephanie Summers, has kindly agreed to visit with us about her successful and rewarding career in the classroom. Stephanie spent 27 years broadening the minds and skills of Henderson County students, and was highly respected among her colleagues in the school system. In this episode, she will discuss her teaching background, teammates who shared this journey with her, challenges she overcame, and words of wisdom for aspiring educators. Listen in to get your fill of Stephanie's contagious enthusiasm and invaluable insight!!

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If you're looking to fill your vacation with fun without emptying your wallet or gas tank, look no further than the one and only Corbin in Southeastern Kentucky! We are blessed to be joined this week by Maggy Monhollen from the Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission, who will prove that dull moments simply don't exist in her charming community...whether you're there for a night, a weekend, or a week! Yes, the world-famous Kentucky Fried Chicken got its start there, but this is but a mere fraction of the reason you should pay them a visit! Tune in for details, and learn more about Corbin's opportunities for education and exploration by clicking here to access the tourism website: https://corbinkytourism.com/.

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