Kentucky Focus

Author Mary Perdue tells the story of Landaluce and the horse's rise to fame a tragic death in "Landaluce: The Story Of Seattle Slew's First Champion"

Author Barbara Tomblin joins Kentucky Focus to tell us about her book "The Civil War on the Mississippi: Union Sailors, Gunboat Captains and the Campaign to Control the River"

Bellarmine men's basketball seniors Juston Betz, Dylan Penn, CJ Fleming and Ethan Claycomb will all be honored at the upcoming Senior Night ceremony at Freedom Hall.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles talks with us about preparations for the 2022 Indianapolis 500 which is just 100 days from today (2-18-22).

The Louisville Ice Cardinals 16 U team will represent Kentucky in the USA Hockey National Tournament in Michigan March 31 through April 4. This is the first time the Louisville team has represented the state at the event. The team has a GoFundMe set up via https://www.facebook.com/louisvilleicecardinals .

Former Adidas executive Merl Code tells his side of the story when it comes to Louisville, Rick Pitino, Brian Bowen and the College Basketball Scandal of 2017 in his new book "Black Market: An Insider's Journey Into the High-Stakes World of College Basketball." Code spoke with us just ahead of his report date to federal prison for his role in the case.

Author Mark Pinsky takes us back to rural North Carolina in the summer of 1970 when he looks for answers in the murder of Nancy Dean Morgan in his book "Met Her On The Mountain: The Murder of Nancy Morgan"

It's under 100 days until Kentucky Derby 148 so we stopped by the Kentucky Derby Museum to see their new Welcome To Derbyville exhibit.

Life-long horse racing fan Jennifer Kelly is the author of "Sir Barton And The Making Of The Triple Crown" chronicles the story of the first winner of horse racing's prestigious Triple Crown.

Tom Leach, "The Voice Of The Wildcats" has released a book with his radio partner Mike Pratt titled "Kentucky Basketball: Two Decades Behind The Scenes" covering their run as the radio voices of Kentucky Wildcat basketball.

Michael Hart, the Media Branch Chief for FEMA, discusses the process for getting FEMA assistance if you live within the eight counties under a disaster declaration following last weekend's tornado. If you need assistance, visit DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA. There is also information on the website on how to donate to the relief effort.

James Nicholson is the author of Never Say Die: A Kentucky Colt, the Epsom Derby, and the Rise of the Modern Thoroughbred Industry. The books tells the story of the first Kentucky-bred horse to win Europe's biggest race.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear discuses the year that was 2021. Among the topics discussed are economic development and handling the COVID pandemic. Beshear also looks ahead to 2022 and the likely hood that sports gaming will come up in the General Assembly.

Kentucky Focus host Will Clark was given all-access to the Bellarmine University men's basketball program as they traveled to West Virginia to face of against Bob Huggins and the Mountaineers. The access granted by Coach Scotty Davenport takes you inside the meeting room, walkthrough, pregame huddles and the locker room speeches.

We stopped by Claiborne Farm and got a look at their current stallion roster and to see the legacy and final resting place of Secretariat.

Author Alan Brown takes us through his new book "Kentucky Legends and Lore", covering ghost stories and folk tales from across the state.

Norton Children's Hospital Dr. Kris Bryant discusses the COVID-19 vaccine for kids and dispels some myths about it. Visit vaccine.gov for info on how you can make an appointment for a shot.

Headline News (HLN) is doing a six part series titled Real Life Nightmare. The first episode of this series focuses on the Crystal Rogers case and airs this Sunday night (11-14-21) at 9pm and on-demand the next day. Producer Drew Iden talks with us about the show and some other Bardstown crimes which will be on HLN in the future. For a sneak peak at the show: https://f.io/PJRHMEzi

Old Friends President Michael Blowen tells us about the farm in Georgetown, Ky where past Derby winners like Silver Charm and fan favorites like Patch are living out their days.

UPS Airlines Captain Justin Bouchard discusses the airline's training and hiring operations.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear talks economic development, COVID and more.

The head of the Waverly Hills Historical Society discusses Halloween at the Louisville landmark

Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer discusses the special session, COVID, sports betting and more.

Kentucky Lt. Governor Jaqueline Coleman discusses education and student mental health for Kentucky Focus.

Jonathan Wolff is an Atherton grad and the man behind the Seinfeld theme song. Hear the story behind the song and more.