Countdown to Derby with Claudia Coffey

Interview with Beth Newman, Director of the Muhlenberg County Tourism Commission. This region is the birthplace of Bluegrass and has some pretty big bragging rights to the best BBQ in the region!

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On this episode of the podcast, we are visiting the Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon and Boone Region. Interview with Mary Quinn Ramer, VP of the Lexington Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

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For this episode of the podcast we are traveling to the Northern Kentucky area known as the River Region. It's located along the Ohio River just outside of Cincinnati.  13 counties actually touch the Ohio River. My interview is with Lacey Holleran, director of tourism for the City of Maysville. She explains that this area is teeming with life from big city fun to small town charm. 

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For this episode we are taking a trip to the Southern Lakes Region of Kentucky. Interview with Leslie Ikerd, Tourism Director for the City of Somerset. This area is home to the largest lakes in the state with more shoreline than most coastal cities. As Leslie explains, you can customize your outdoor adventure to upscale, adventure sports, canoe, houseboating, intimate to large party ready! There is something for everyone here. This region has also seen a boom in vineyards and it's home to a new distillery getting a lot of buzz called Horse Soldier Bourbon. 

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Interview with Dee Dee Brown, Executive Director of Logan County Tourism . Mammoth Cave and the Corvette Museum are definitely a bucket list vacation stop. Dee Dee rounds out our trip with quirky, off the beaten path adventures, restaurants and can't miss attractions 

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Interview with Mike Mangeot, Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Tourism. Commissioner Mangeot gives his travel predictions for the upcoming season. He details what's new with bourbon distilleries, the latest trail town and the rise of the road trip. 

This is Kentucky—come see for yourself.

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All new season of the Horses, Hats & Bourbon Podcast is coming in February. 

Just in time to plan that Spring or Summer vacation to the Bluegrass State, I'm highlighting places to visit and explore across Kentucky's nine regions. From outdoor adventures, to foodie travel to arts and culture, there's something for everyone in this travel series. I'm teaming up this season with Kentucky Tourism and we have some really special and unique trips that may rise to the top of your travel planning list. Of course I will feature plenty of horses and bourbon because that's what we are known for! I will also roll out plenty of new ideas for couples, families and solo travelers. Get ready to say "I didn't know that was in Kentucky!"

This is Kentucky—come see for yourself.

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Interview with Steve Coomes a food and spirits author, educator and journalist. Steve started as a chef and believes he has always had a sophisticated and complex palette when it comes to pairing spirits and food. What a fun job he has - right?! He is a sought after speaker and moderator of spirits events - including the upcoming Kentucky Bourbon Festival. 

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Interview with Fred Noe, 7th Generation Master Distiller for Jim Beam. Fred unpacks all the details on this new direct to consumer product.

For more information go to: https://www.beamdistilling.com/barreled-and-boxed