The Lexington Podcast

Juneteenth; The Murder of Geneva Hardman & Lexington's Mob Riot of 1920. Later, a visit to the White House, Minecraft confusion, and a "Sinners" movie recc.

The infamous UK Foot Stabber case, Bradford Pear season in Lexington, Radio Star Lounge, the unfortunate incident at the trampoline park, Obstinate Sons, a bourbon rant, and a couple movie recommendations!  Also, THANK YOU SO MUCH for voting us #1 Local Podcast in Lexington! It means the world! :)

This very special episode explores the controversial Maxwell Development Project in Lexington, highlighting the threats to historic homes and the complicated intersection of progress and preservation. With insights from Dr. Zak Leonard of the Bluegrass Trust, the discussion delves into zoning laws, the role of city governance, and how citizens can advocate for their neighborhoods. In this episode...

Got a little theme for you this week. From tragedy, to recent news, to it being an (apparent?) romantic destination, to undercover police operations--we're talking everything Blue Grass Airport.

INSIDE THE BLOCK! Podcast - Give us a listen on the "Inside the Block" Podcast all about the wild history of the Warehouse Block district of Lexington, KY! _________________________________________________________________________________________ Jonny is back and ready to dive into weird Kentucky folklore, specifically our state's cryptids and mythical creatures. We're also bre...

Our last installment of the murder of Ryan Poston - Part 2 of 2. Shayna Hubers gets another trial where she not only takes the stand, but also introduces some unique defense tactics and strategies. Does it work? Does she receive the same sentencing as round 1? How does Ryan’s family respond? And where is Shayna now? All that and more.

Special guest and Kentucky true crime enthusiast, Anastasia, walks us through all the twists and turns of the tragic homicide of up-and-coming attorney Ryan Poston. This was a very high profile case in 2012 that continues to stay in the media for a number of reasons. Chief among those reasons: the eccentric behavior of the defendant Shayna Hubers. Nicknamed the “Nose Job Murder,” this case is a cl...

Your support means the world to us! Vote "THE Lexington Podcast" in Best Podcast category! https://bestoflex.smileypete.com/community-and-media/best-local-podcast We’re back with our final (and arguably most interesting!) installment of our coverage of the Narco Farm of Lexington, KY.  We dive deep into what it really meant when inmates suffering from drug addiction came to take "Th...

Andy Beshear's high school yearbook is a true delight, the second installment of our exploration of Lexington's Narco Farm, a fabulous experience on the Bites of the Bluegrass food tour, and Jonny's take on his work with the recent Park Tax initiative. Glad you're here! 

Happy New Year, Kentucky! We're back with our first installment of our series on the "Narcotic Farm" of Lexington, KY. This was a fascinating experiment of drug reform that took place between the 1930s - 1970s in Lexington. Drug addicts from across the country, whether voluntarily or involuntarily as prisoners, were sent to “Narco,” as it was called, on the outskirts of Lexington. I...

It's the riveting finale of our Take Back Cheapside series, going behind the scenes with the movement's leaders Russell Allen and DeBraun Thomas.  Hear the untold stories - endless council meetings, unexpected roadblocks, power dynamics, and the future of the coalition they inspired.  They also assess if Lexington is truly evolving and share insights on catalyzing change today.  After al...

I n 2022, we had the privilege to interview two visionaries and local activists: Russell Allen and DeBraun Thomas of the Take Back Cheapside movement. We heard firsthand the remarkable story behind the triumphs and challenges of removing two Confederate statues from one of the most prominent former slave auction blocks in the state of Kentucky, known as the Cheapside Auction Block.  Join us as we...

We talk about the famous Vampire cult of Kentucky as well as our Railbird 2023 review. 

Extensive searches, frustrating autopsy reports, and a very silent killer. 

Conflicting interviews, snapchat evidence, and revealing journal entries. 

Vote for Lexington Podcast for "Best in Lex"! Our podcast was nominated for "Best Lexington Podcast" and we'd sure love and appreciate your vote! :) Watch  "Seduced to Slay" HBO Max (Season 1; Episode 8).  We were interviewed by Investigation Discovery about the 1986 Turpin murder and were honored to be included in keeping Michael's memory alive. 

The Savannah Spurlock case dominated Kentucky headlines for well over a year in 2019 and 2020. The public knew, right off the bat, that a pretty girl went missing after a late night of partying at a bar near the University of Kentucky in Lexington. As the case was breaking, police also released footage of Savannah walking through a dark parking lot with three unidentified men in their early 20s. T...

Hi there! We're glad to be back. This episode, our premiere episode after a year and half absence, is a very personal episode. It’s filled with our personal apology for being gone so long as well as the reasons why we were gone for so long. We talk about grief and the passing of our father, major career changes, and then, the future of the Lexington Podcast-- including all the fun episodes we...

If it’s unpredictable weather and severe allergies you’re after, then look no further than SPRINGTIME in the Bluegrass State. We chat all things SPRING in Kentucky! // Road Trip tips to Cave City, KY & Lexington Cemetery Celebs

"You obstruct the way, sir!" // Kentucky Duels // Marijuana Legislation // Maple Syrup in KY // Critchfield Meats // Movie Recommendation  

We finish up our coverage of the 1973 Barnes Family Murder on Russell Cave Road. You’ll hear all the details about the murder, the aftermath, and the one surviving member of the family. Listener discretion advised.

Barnes Family Murder on Russell Cave Road // KY's Potty-Mouthed Congressman // Downtown Soccer Stadium // National No-Fly List // New Hyped Biscuit Spot in Lex //  Horse Doping // German Food & Movie Recommendation  // Horse Girls on Lexington Tinder 

The History of Town Branch -- Stream, Trail, Bourbon, and Park  // Kentucky Constables // Local Recommendations

The Founding of Lexington  // Kentucky Porch Pirates // Ranking the Local Meteorologists // Korean Cuisine in Lexington 

In our Season 2 finale, we talk all the big plans we have for our upcoming Season 3 which premieres Sunday, February 6, 2022! We’re changing up the format of our episodes to bring you MORE Lexington history, true crime, and important local info in a very consistent way. The true crime case for Season 3 is announced, and we try out our new segment called “Dinner and a Show."