Episodes

  • Special: Unpacking the Department of Justice's consent decree decision

    Special: Unpacking the Department of Justice's consent decree decision
    May 21 2025
    The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to dismiss Louisville’s proposed consent decree with LMPD. What does that mean for oversight, accountability, and the future of policing in our city? We sit down with LPM's Assistant News Director Amina Elahi and KyCIR's Managing Editor Jake Ryan to hash it out, in this special edition.
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    28 mins
  • Summer Reading

    Summer Reading
    May 20 2025
    Summer is the perfect time to lose yourself in a good book—and it’s just around the corner. So as the days get longer and warmer, we’re getting our summer reading plans in order. On this episode, two guests from the Louisville Free Public Library help us update our to-read list with this season’s big titles, and some old favorites that are perfect for vacation (or staycation!). Guests: - Jenny Lewis, Branch, Branch Manager, LFPL Middletown - Jody Hampton, LFPL Content Manager
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    28 mins
  • AANHPI Life in Kentucky

    AANHPI Life in Kentucky
    May 19 2025
    May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we’re looking at the state of these communities here in Kentucky. What does representation look like today? How are recent cuts and changes to DEI policies affecting daily life? And what’s often left out of the conversation? On this episode, we talk with two leaders who bring both policy and lived experience to the table: Kentucky State Representative Nima Kulkarni, and Charlene Buckles, Development Director of the ACLU of Kentucky.
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    28 mins
  • Kentucky Poet Laureate Kathleen Driskell

    Kentucky Poet Laureate Kathleen Driskell
    May 13 2025
    Louisville Public Media is celebrating 75 years of service to our community. As part of that celebration, we’re sharing the stories of 75 people who’ve helped shape Louisville, in a project called 75 and Change. On this episode, we sit down with one of those changemakers, Kentucky Poet Laureate Kathleen Driskell, for a conversation about the power of poetry, the role of a laureate, and what it means to represent Kentucky’s literary voice.
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    28 mins
  • Preparing for an emergency

    Preparing for an emergency
    May 12 2025
    From tornadoes to floods to fires, Kentuckiana has been hit hard by emergencies in recent months. On this episode, we talk about how to be prepared when disaster strikes—what to pack, where to go, and how to stay informed. We also talk about how you can help your community bounce back after disaster strikes. Guests: Jody Meiman, Executive Director of Louisville Metro Emergency Services Amber Youngblood, the Regional Director of Communications for the American Red Cross in Kentucky
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    28 mins
  • ADHD in the age of distractions

    ADHD in the age of distractions
    May 6 2025
    ADHD is a term we’re hearing more often on social media, in everyday conversation, and in how we talk about focus and distraction. So what is ADHD, exactly? What are the signs, and why might more people be wondering if it applies to them? On this episode, we speak with Dr. F. Allen Walker, a Louisville psychiatrist who’s spent over 20 years helping people better understand the condition, clinically and personally.
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    28 mins
  • Modern prom culture

    Modern prom culture
    May 5 2025
    Prom season is here—think limos, corsages, and photo ops. But the tradition is evolving. From gender-inclusive fashion to teens going with friends instead of dates, today’s prom is more personal, more creative, and more inclusive than ever. So how is this rite of passage changing, and what does it say about the culture young people are shaping? Guests: Jill Nissen, The Proof Photography Jessica Couch, XO by Sophia’s
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    24 mins
  • The power of improvisation

    The power of improvisation
    Apr 29 2025
    Improv isn’t just about being funny—it’s about listening, trusting, and learning to say “yes, and.” On this episode, we talk with The Louisville Improvisers, Chris Anger and Brian Hinds, about how improv can build confidence, spark connection, and even help us heal.
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    28 mins