My Old Kentucky Podcast

A Major Crime Bill Introduced

This week Robert and Jazmin discussed a massive proposal to make Kentucky's criminal justice system more punitive, as well as multiple quick hits.

Governor’s Race Ad Wars and Louisville Merger Analysis

This week Robert and Jazmin break down the different ads that have been released by the two gubernatorial campaigns, and look into a report recommending changes to Louisville and Jefferson County's merger.

Col. Pam Stevenson for Attorney General

This week MOKP interviewed Col. Pam Stevenson, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General. She talked to us about why she's running, what she hopes to accomplish in the seat, and how different parts of her life experiences inform how she will govern.
Before that, Robert and Jazmin discussed the latest KREF campaign finance reporting, and addressed several quick hits.

A Break in the Crystal Rogers Case

No guest this week, but Robert and Jazmin talked about an update in the 8-year saga of the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, which just saw it's first arrest. Then, the pair discussed some drama in the special election in House District 93.

Sebastian Kitchen Talks About the Campaign

This week we welcomed Sebastian Kitchen, the executive director of the Kentucky Democratic Party, to the show. He told us about all the efforts the party is undertaking to reelected Andy Beshear and elect other Democrats this year, about next year's election, and about the next party reorganization. It was a great conversation!
Before that, we talked about the upcoming potential UAW strike and how it might impact Kentucky and talked about several other small stories.

Rep. Tina Bojanowski on JCPS

Dr. Tina Bojanowski is a JCPS teacher and member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, so we asked her on to talk to us about JCPS's recent issues with bussing. She shared with us about her experience this year as a legislator and teacher as well as her history with the district and how Frankfort is likely to intervene in JCPS in the coming session.
Before that, Robert and Jazmin discussed Louisville's recent homeless encampment clearings and the ethics trial of Louisville Metro Councilmember Anthony Piagintini.

Special Episode: Buddy Wheatley

It's a special Thursday edition! Robert interviews Buddy Wheatley about his run for Secretary of State: why he's running, what he hopes to accomplish, and what he's learned about the state during his run.

Cameron and Beshear Education Plans with Kate Turner

Robert and Kate Turner talk this week about dueling education plans published by Andy Beshear and Daniel Cameron, as well as an explosive harassment scandal in the Attorney General's office.

JCPS Transportation Catastrophe

This week, most of the show focused on the troubled start to the school year for JCPS. Robert dug into what happened, why it happened, and what might happen in the future. Jazmin shared her insights into the UPS contract situation, where workers are in the midst of deciding whether to approve a historic contract.

Michael Bowman Interview, Education Issues, and a Letter from UK

This week we interviewed Michael Bowman, the Democratic candidate for Treasurer. He talked to us about what he's learned since his run for Treasurer in 2019, how he's approaching this year's campaign, and his sense of the energy on the campaign trail.
Before that, Robert and Jazmin talked about Jason Glass's departure from Kentucky, JCPS's final policy about SB 150, and a letter written in March to Rep. James Tipton from UK healthcare about trans healthcare.