Bill Goodman is joined by Kentucky Humanities board member Tom Appleton in this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. A recently retired professor of history at Eastern Kentucky University, Appleton worked at the Kentucky Historical Society for 21 years before beginning his teaching career. The two discuss the importance of teaching Kentucky history to Kentucky students, Kentucky Women, and Appleton’s relationship with Senator Mitch McConnell.

Bill Goodman is joined by Kentucky Humanities board member Tom Appleton in this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. A recently retired professor of history at Eastern Kentucky University, Appleton worked at the Kentucky Historical Society for 21 years before beginning his teaching career. The two discuss the importance of teaching Kentucky history to Kentucky students, Kentucky Women, and Appleton’s relationship with Senator Mitch McConnell.

Bill Goodman is joined by Kentucky Humanities board member Tom Appleton in this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. A recently retired professor of history at Eastern Kentucky University, Appleton worked at the Kentucky Historical Society for 21 years before beginning his teaching career. The two discuss the importance of teaching Kentucky history to Kentucky students, Kentucky Women, and Appleton’s relationship with Senator Mitch McConnell.

Author Carol Boggess joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Boggess has written the first biography of James Still, one of the most beloved and important writers in Appalachian literature. James Still: A Life offers an important perspective on Sill’s work and art, while also celebrating his legacy.

Author Carol Boggess joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Boggess has written the first biography of James Still, one of the most beloved and important writers in Appalachian literature. James Still: A Life offers an important perspective on Sill’s work and art, while also celebrating his legacy.

Author Carol Boggess joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Boggess has written the first biography of James Still, one of the most beloved and important writers in Appalachian literature. James Still: A Life offers an important perspective on Sill’s work and art, while also celebrating his legacy.

Author Jesse Donaldson joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Donaldson discusses his new book, On Homesickness: A Plea; his visits to all 120 Kentucky counties; why he is homesick for his native Kentucky; and meeting complete strangers throughout the Commonwealth.

Author Jesse Donaldson joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Donaldson discusses his new book, On Homesickness: A Plea; his visits to all 120 Kentucky counties; why he is homesick for his native Kentucky; and meeting complete strangers throughout the Commonwealth.

Author Jesse Donaldson joins host Bill Goodman at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Donaldson discusses his new book, On Homesickness: A Plea; his visits to all 120 Kentucky counties; why he is homesick for his native Kentucky; and meeting complete strangers throughout the Commonwealth.

Recording at the 36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair, author Holly Goddard Jones is featured on this episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Jones discusses growing up in Kentucky, the road to earning her MFA, and her new novel, The Salt Line.