Bluegrass Region Voices and Views

Episode 64 I'm Tom Hailey and this is Bluegrass Region Voices and Views. I have a little announcement to make. I'm taking a three-month vacation from many of my usual routines. I say three months. It might be longer. As part of this change I won't be producing full length podcast episodes. I might drop by on occasion with a brief update. But I might not. But I probably will. I've not done this bef...

Episode 63 Helping children with special needs navigate the school system in Lexington in the early 60's was challenging.  In this conversation we'll hear from Bill McCann about how his family found a solution that worked for him. Today he is a playwright, member of the Dramatists Guild, a poet, flash fiction writer, essaysist, and occasional radio host. He's earned multiple college degress and te...

Episode 62 Aging is challenging. In this episode I talk with the founder of the Aging with Grace program in Lexington, Kentucky. The programs include: The Adult Day Healthcare Center named the Fountain of Youth Clubhouse Independence Consultation and Case Management At Home Health Help Services Home Improvements You'll get to know DG Linton Gridley and understand her interest in our aging populati...

Episode 61 The Digital Studio in Lexington, Kentucky is a gem for local creative people interested in podcasting, video, photography, music, audio books, and more. It is located inside the Northside Branch of the Lexington Public Library. Drop in on this conversation with the studio manager, Bryan Klausing. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring peop...

Episode 60 Learn how you get help navigating the planning of your wedding. Sarah Burton has a wedding concierge service based in Lexington, Kentucky. You just might be amazed at all of the guidance she can provide. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region...

Episode 59 Jennifer Longworth is the Executive Director of Awesomeness at Bourbon Barrel Podcasting located in Lexington, Kentucky. This is where she offers podcast production and coaching services. Get to know her in this conversation. Her website is at https://bourbonbarrelpodcasting.com/ More links and photographs are in the Show Notes on the Bluegrass Region Voices and Views website at https:/...

Episode 58 Stagefright, or even a little relunctance to stand up in a meeting and express ourselves, can be inhibit our growth and advancement in our jobs. Toastmaster is a perfect place to overcome that anxiety. I'll tell you about a great place to overcome all that here in Lexington, Kentucky. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotl...

Episode 57 Greg Horn, Executive Director at Hope is Here in Lexington, Kentucky talks with me about overcoming desperation and some resources that are available to help. Links are in the show notes on my website. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region o...

Episode 56 Let's talk about the blue in The Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. You can find complete show notes, links, and photographs on my website at: https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/bluegr...

Episode 55 If you're new around here Ramsey's Diners in Lexington Kentucky are a must experience for you. I'll tell you about it in this episode. Shownotes including pictures and links are at:  https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/ramsey Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and pl...

Episode 54 Happy New Year! I'll wind down 2024 and gear up for 2025. In under five minutes. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. You can find complete show notes, links, and photographs on my website at: https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesa...

Episode 53 You can get your I'm A Local card punched in Lexington, Kentucky by having lunch at Butch's Grill inside Critchfield Meats Family Market on Southland Drive. Hear about it here. Show notes including links and pictures are on my Bluegrass Region Voices and Views website here: https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/grill/ Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations wi...

Episode 52 Dad's Favorites Deli in Lexington Kentucky is a hidden gem you need to know about when you're looking for a lunch spot. I'll tell you about it in under five minutes. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. You can find complete sh...

Episode 51 The WEKU 88.9 radio segment titled Off the Beaten Path with Sam Dick is a must listen for anyone interested in the people and places around here that are very interesting and inspiring but that you likely don't know about. I'll tell you about it here and how you can listen. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting eng...

Episode 50 The Toyota Bluegrass Miracle League Fall 2024 season begins in September 2024. Listen as Rock Newman, a coach and board member, talks about how there are no barriers to playing baseball here in Lexington, Kentucky. From age 5 on, there are ways a person can play in spite of a special needs situation. Listen in under twelve minutes and possibly learn something that could change a life fo...

Episode 49 The DV8 Kitchen in Lexington, Kentucky is an amazing example of practical and effective love and support for people in recovery. Of course, this is also a blessing for their friends and families, and the entire community. And customers of these two restaurants get to enjoy truly excellent food and atmosphere. Listen as I outline the basics about this amazing locally owned business. Blue...

Episode 48 This episode shines a spotlight on The Keeneland Track Kitchen in Lexington, Kentucky. It's a perfect place to visit on your first day in Lexington. Have breakfast and then walk around the grounds. I'll tell you about it here. Show notes are at https://bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/track-kitchen Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring p...

Episode 47 The Lexington Distillery District is a venue near downtown Lexington Kentucky that is well worth your time to visit. I'll tell you about it in this episode. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. You can find complete show notes,...

Episode 46 The Arboretum is the State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. Learn about this local treasure that you'll enjoy experiencing and taking an out-of-town guest to see. Located in Lexington, Kentucky on the UK campus off of Alumni Drive. See the show notes at https://bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/arboretum/ Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspirin...

Episode 45 Let's take a break and a walk around the McConnell Springs Park and see where Lexington, Kentucky began. This twenty-six acre park on the NW side of Lexington inside New Circle Road off of Old Frankfort Pike is a beautiful place to visit and relax, and especially to take an out of town guest. Visit their website at https://mcconnellsprings.org/ for more information. Shownotes, links, an...

Episode 44 McLeod's Coffee House on Southland Drive in Lexington, Kentucky is a wonderful "third space" to add to your list of special places to visit to hang out and get away from home and work for a little while.  Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and places around the Bluegrass Regio...

Episode 43 I enjoy learning more about the Central Kentucky region and Eastern Kentucky by listening to the Eastern Standard radio program hosted by Tom Martin. You will probably enjoy it too. I'll tell you about it in this six minute episode. Bluegrass Region Voices and Views ...hosting conversations with creative and inspiring people and spotlighting engaging activities, organizations, and place...

Episode 42 Instead of doing an interview show this busy month, I'm putting the spotlight on my favorite magazine. Kentucky Monthly . I think it is a Kentucky treasure. The show notes and links to more information are on my website at the link below. https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/kentucky-monthly/  

Episode 41 I enjoy being introduced to activities and cultures that I know little about and I'll bet you do too. I'm Tom Hailey and I have conversations with creative and inspiring people around the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. My guest is Kali Mattheus. She is the creator, host, and producer of the Foodies Reviewing Movies Podcast. Kali introduced me to things going on around Central Kentucky th...

Episode 40 We are surrounded by talent, creativity, and inspiration. Barbershop Harmony singing speaks to all of those traits. Here I talk with Kris Olson and Chase Miller about The Kentuckians Chorus Barbershop Harmony singing and especially about The Youth in Harmony Festival coming up on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kris is the music director and Chase is an eighteen year...