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Tyson Foods has announced that it will be closing its plant in Corydon. This decision will make a big impact on our community. In this episode, Graylin speaks to two people that can help us understand the implications of this development: Lisa Long, president of the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce and then Kent Yeager, who speaks to how this might affect farmers in the region.

If you were left on the edge of your seat at the end of part one, it's your lucky day -- here is the second half of our history lesson on Chestnut Street with Jim Hays.

It’s again time for another Blue Dot Book Club episode! Miriam Robertson is back with Graylin and Leah to talk about their favorites reads of 2023 so far. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: This Human Season by Louise Dean Foster by Claire Keegan STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut in an Endlessly Noisy World by Dan Lyons Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holid...

In this special mini episode, Graylin is joined by friend of the pod Ashley Black. About a year ago, we featured Ashley and her work advocating for changes to the dress code at North Harrison Schools. Click here to watch her presentation to the board in August of 2022. On Thursday, July 13th, the North Harrison School Board voted 3-2 in favor of updating the dress code. This is a huge step forward...

Rev. Allan Wallace of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in New Albany joins Elmer and Graylin to talk about the church’s upcoming LGBTQIA+ support group at the church on Tuesday, July 11th THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in New Albany Central Christian Church The Bear on Hulu Black Mirror on Netflix Suits The Chosen Don’t forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us a...

This is such a fun episode — Elmer and Graylin were set up to record live from the Corydon Pride Festival, interviewing many friends of the pod! Many thanks to all who participated and made this episode possible.

Leah and Graylin dive deep into multiple titles they enjoyed this month and also share the books they couldn’t finish, or in Leah’s case, never even started. Also as always, Leah gives her review on the picture book on display at the Indian Creek Trail in Corydon. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Dinosaurs by Lydia Millet Yellowface by R. F. Kuang NPR’s Book of the Day: Author R.F. Kuang on unlik...

In the second episode of our “Voices of Pride” series, Elmer and Graylin are joined by Elmer’s good friend Luin. He is a queer, trans masc artist. He works with video, embroidery, photography, sculpture, performance, and sound to explore trans identity, queer bodies, autoethnography, and self-care. This is a candid discussion about Luin’s personal experience growing up in a rural setting as a memb...

THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Local therapist Joe Nelson joins Elmer and Graylin for this “Voices of Pride” episode. Nelson has was recently named Social Worker of the Year for Region 5 by the National Association of Social Workers Indiana Chapter. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Social Work from the University of Kentucky, specializing in Clinical Direct Practice and Education. Mr. Ne...

To kick off Pride month, Graylin is joined by Adam Schneider and Elizabeth Redding, co-chairs of the Corydon Pride Festival which will take place on Saturday, June 24th. They discuss the evolution of Pride in Harrison County, the backlash on Pride being felt by many right now, details on the upcoming festival in Corydon, and share some recommendations. THINGS MNETIONED IN THIS EPISODE: All info on...

Miriam Robertson is back for the May installment of Blue Dot Book Club. Leah, Gray, and Miriam discuss their latest reads and books they simply could not finish. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Is Mother Dead by Vigdis Hjorth My Nemesis by Charmaine Craig Samuel Johnson’s Eternal Return by Martin Riker The Guest Lecture by Martin Riker Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of...

Kent Yeager joins Graylin for an in-depth conversation on the history of farming in Harrison County and the impact of climate change on our area. Kent is an expert on agricultural matters and his insights are essential to better understand the past, but also the future of farming in Indiana. Don’t forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us an email at info@bluedothc.com or say hi on Instag...

Elmer is back to go over what’s been happening lately. He and Graylin discuss the closing of Butt Drugs, a presentation from Dr. Jennifer McCormick, and are then joined by Kris Konick, member of the Class of 2023 for Leadership Harrison County, to talk about their class project of Little Free Pantries. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Jennifer McCormick outlines her exploratory committee for...

Graylin and Alex pop in for a special episode dedicated to an iconic Corydon business. A steady stream of customers visited Corydon’s Butt Drugs during their last day of business on the morning of Saturday, April 29. People of all ages waited patiently to purchase merchandise, ice cream, and get a signature soda fountain beverage one last time. It was a somber occasion as many looked through what...

It’s time for another Blue Dot Book Club episode and this month Graylin and Leah are joined by friend of the pod, Tom Scott. Unbelievably, all three loved nonfiction this month! Stay tuned until the end for an update from the Harrison County Public Library and of course, Leah reviews the latest picture book on the trail! THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Outrun by Amy Liptrot Starry Messenger...

Graylin is joined by Martin French, Shakespeare coordinator at TheatreWorks in New AlbanyThey discuss the upcoming performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream on the square in downtown Corydon on Saturday, April 22nd at 6:30pm. THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: TheatreWorks of SOIN - New Albany Performing Arts Center NYTimes Cooking / YouTube The Banshees of Inisherin Normal People on Hulu Taylor Swi...

Episode 50! Woohoo! Alex Porter is back for a new community & news grab bag episode. Alex and Graylin talk Trump, grandstand, and a rundown of upcoming events in Corydon. Stay tuned for some F1 and recommendation chat at the end. Don’t forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us an email at info@bluedothc.com or say hi on Instagram: @bluedotharrisoncounty

This episode is the first of our monthly Blue Dot Book Club episodes. Graylin is joined by Leah Porter and Miriam Robertson to discuss their favorite reads of the past month as well as the books they started, but decided to abandon. Stay tuned at the end for an update on happenings from the Harrison County Public Library. Don’t forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us an email at info@bl...

Graylin is joined again by Jim Hays to continue their series, The Streets of Corydon. This conversation ran a little long (shocking, we know) and will be released in two parts. This first half is a thorough look at the North side of Chestnut Street in downtown Corydon. Jim also sticks around to share a recommendation at the end. Don’t forget to call or text us at 502-653-9157. Send us an email at...

Graylin and Elmer are back for the third season of the Blue Dot podcast. In this episode they outline the changes they’ve made, new episode formats, and what’s ahead in 2023. They also touch on some recent happenings in Harrison County such as an update on the new playgrounds and development in Lanesville. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes, please reach out to us on...

Alex Porter joins Graylin for a quick update on the upcoming playground improvements at Buffalo Trace, Gresham Park, and Hayswood. They also talk about the Parks Department holiday closures on the Indian Creek Trail and some holiday chatter.

Elmer is back for our season two finale — an election 2022 debrief. Graylin breaks down what happened in Harrison County, how that relates to what is happening to Democrats in rural counties across the country, and where we go from here. This is our season finale  — we will be back in your ears in 2023! Many thank for all your support. Can’t wait to keep going in the new year.

Jim Hays is back with the first episode in an upcoming series: The Streets of Corydon. In this special episode, Jim focuses on the history of North Capitol Avenue, especially Cedar Glade, the oldest residence in Corydon, plus a few other of the historic homes.

Amanda Ramos and Adam Schneider are here to give an overview of the 2022 election. In addition to that, Amanda and Graylin discuss the recently released audit report for Harrison County and an update on the playground improvements from the Harrison County Parks Department.

Today’s episode is a spotlight on our wonderful local library. Staff members Alisa Burch, Jessica Stroud, Tiffany Thieneman, and Diana Lasky join Graylin to talk about all things Harrison County Public Library.