The Lexington Podcast

Juneteenth; The Murder of Geneva Hardman & Lexington's Mob Riot of 1920.

Later, a visit to the White House, Minecraft confusion, and a "Sinners" movie recc.

The infamous UK Foot Stabber case, Bradford Pear season in Lexington, Radio Star Lounge, the unfortunate incident at the trampoline park, Obstinate Sons, a bourbon rant, and a couple movie recommendations! 

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This very special episode explores the controversial Maxwell Development Project in Lexington, highlighting the threats to historic homes and the complicated intersection of progress and preservation. With insights from Dr. Zak Leonard of the Bluegrass Trust, the discussion delves into zoning laws, the role of city governance, and how citizens can advocate for their neighborhoods. In this episode we examine:

• Historic significance of homes on Maxwell Street 
• The impact of zoning changes on preservation efforts 
• Awareness surrounding House Bill 443 and its implications for public input
• National Register misconceptions
• Strategies for community advocacy and organizing 
• Dr. Leonard's journey in historic preservation and its importance in Lexington 
• Call to action for listeners to engage with local preservation efforts

Got a little theme for you this week. From tragedy, to recent news, to it being an (apparent?) romantic destination, to undercover police operations--we're talking everything Blue Grass Airport.

INSIDE THE BLOCK! Podcast - Give us a listen on the "Inside the Block" Podcast all about the wild history of the Warehouse Block district of Lexington, KY!

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Jonny is back and ready to dive into weird Kentucky folklore, specifically our state's cryptids and mythical creatures. We're also breaking new ground with our first-ever Kentucky Sports chat, plus our usual segment on local recommendations for what to see, eat, and do in central Kentucky.

Speaking of local spots, this week we're highlighting the awesome businesses in the Warehouse Block - which ties in perfectly because Jonathan and I just did a guest spot on a fun new local podcast called "Inside the Block." The show is dedicated to showcasing all the incredible businesses in the Warehouse Block, and we got to share some fascinating history about the district. We’d love it if you gave it a listen! 

Our last installment of the murder of Ryan Poston - Part 2 of 2. Shayna Hubers gets another trial where she not only takes the stand, but also introduces some unique defense tactics and strategies. Does it work? Does she receive the same sentencing as round 1? How does Ryan’s family respond? And where is Shayna now? All that and more.

Special guest and Kentucky true crime enthusiast, Anastasia, walks us through all the twists and turns of the tragic homicide of up-and-coming attorney Ryan Poston. This was a very high profile case in 2012 that continues to stay in the media for a number of reasons. Chief among those reasons: the eccentric behavior of the defendant Shayna Hubers. Nicknamed the “Nose Job Murder,” this case is a classic tale of “Was it self-defense?” or “Was it cold blooded murder?” Part 1 of 2.

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We’re back with our final (and arguably most interesting!) installment of our coverage of the Narco Farm of Lexington, KY.  We dive deep into what it really meant when inmates suffering from drug addiction came to take "The Lexington Cure.” We talk about daily life at Narco, working on the farm, interacting with jazz legends of the time, the pioneering use of methadone, and the undercover operations of the CIA in drug addiction experimentation. 

Andy Beshear's high school yearbook is a true delight, the second installment of our exploration of Lexington's Narco Farm, a fabulous experience on the Bites of the Bluegrass food tour, and Jonny's take on his work with the recent Park Tax initiative. Glad you're here! 

Happy New Year, Kentucky! We're back with our first installment of our series on the "Narcotic Farm" of Lexington, KY. This was a fascinating experiment of drug reform that took place between the 1930s - 1970s in Lexington. Drug addicts from across the country, whether voluntarily or involuntarily as prisoners, were sent to “Narco,” as it was called, on the outskirts of Lexington. It was a rehab, a prison, a farm – and also a place where questionable research on drug addicts took place – so ultimately, it was a failure. 

Later in the episode, we talk about the new year in Lexington–our predictions, our resolutions. And it wouldn’t be a true LexPod episode without a couple of quick tangents about movie recommendations and local spots we want to check out in 2025. 

{Sources this week: The Narcotic Farm: The Rise and Fall of America's First Prison for Drug Addicts by Nancy D. Campbell}