The Lou Review

She bought a window cleaning business, ran it for less than a year, and sold it at a profit; all while using her M.D. in research, finishing an MBA, and building one of the most credible health voices on social media. Host Rosa Hart sits down with Kristina Bianca Cabañez Winner, physician, clinical researcher, foodie and travel influencer (@KristinaDoesResearch), and acquisition entrepreneur, for...

Rosa Hart sits down with Louisville keynote speaker and confidence curator Chris Fulkerson to talk about personal reinvention, empowering women, and the "F Words to Live By" framework she teaches across the country. In this episode: How Barbie birthday parties became a symbol of joy and resilience after profound personal loss The journey from image consulting (closets, fashion shows, fen...

What does it actually take to end homelessness in a city? Rosa Hart sits down with Ra'Shann Martin, Executive Director of St. John's Center for Homeless Men, to find out. Ra'Shann didn't start in homeless services — he started with young people. His work at YouthBuild showed him how quickly housing instability derails a life, and that realization sent him on a path that eventually...

On this episode, host Rosa Hart sits down with Ebony Bartee, co-owner and Senior VP of Equus Flight Academy, and one of fewer than 12 Black women in the U.S. to ever own a Part 141 flight school. Ebony shares how she "tripped into a Cessna" with zero aviation background and now leads a multi-location flight training company spanning Kentucky, Indiana, Oregon, New Hampshire, and Florida. But this e...

Welcome to The Lou Review Podcast hosted by Rosa Hart 🎙️ Find out how private investigation looks nothing like the movies. Forget what you think you know from TV. Private investigation is less car chase and more courtroom strategy, and Amber Kaset has built a career doing the real thing. In this episode, Rosa Hart sits down with Amber Kaset, founder of AK Investigations and creator of the Investig...

In this episode, Rosa sits down with CTRL Group co-founders Deshawndra' "Dray" Ray and Ann Hardin, two members of a bold founding team behind Louisville's newest creative agency and marketing collective. CTRL Group is redefining brand visibility through event curation, experiential media, and influencer marketing, connecting local brands, creators, and communities through experie...

What if the key to improving health outcomes, graduation rates, and long-term economic mobility in Louisville starts with something simple: helping a child feel safe enough to read? In this episode of The Lou Review , Rosa Hart sits down with Ashley Dearinger, co-founder of I Would Rather Be Reading , a Louisville-based nonprofit advancing literacy through trauma-informed care, relationship-buildi...

What if feeding people with dignity could also build a sustainable and stronger local food system? In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast, we sit down with Rhona Bowles Kamar, founder and executive director of Feed Louisville, to explore how one Louisville-based nonprofit is redefining hunger relief with creativity, dignity, and long-term vision. Born out of the food insecurity crisis revealed...

Hunger doesn’t stop when the school bell rings - and in Louisville, thousands of children feel that gap every weekend. In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast , host Rosa Hart talks with Kim Holsclaw about the life-changing work of Blessings in a Backpack , a Louisville-founded nonprofit fighting child hunger and food insecurity . Kim shares how the organization began in 2005 and grew into a nat...

In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast , Rosa Hart interviews Dr. Peter Swanz, a naturopathic doctor who also pursues stand-up comedy. Peter shares his journey into comedy, what drew him to the stage, and how humor serves as a powerful tool for connection, creativity, and personal growth. The conversation highlights the courage it takes to step into creative spaces and the unexpected ways diffe...

In this eye-opening episode, Rosa sits down with Matt Hall of Clean Eats to unpack one of Kentucky’s most urgent public health challenges: skyrocketing diabetes and pre-diabetes rates. With 28% of Kentuckians now at least borderline type two diabetic , the conversation dives into how healthier food access, community awareness, and simple habit changes can make a life-saving difference. Get yours a...

What does it feel like to walk into a place with 165 years of history, yet smells as fresh as clean water? This episode with Megan Jones at the Louisville Water Tower uncovers the sensory details and future vision behind one of Louisville’s most quietly remarkable spaces. Visitors are often surprised the moment they step inside: a crisp, water-like scent, an atmosphere reminiscent of a clean swimm...

Want to be an Impractical Joker? Well here's your sign: James "Murr" Murray is coming back to the Louisville Comedy Club this week, and if you're in the audience, you might get to be part of the action! In this episode learn about Murr's other passion projects, like saving the Pacific Southern Train Club and raising support for Alzheimers. Get your tickets at MurrLive.com He will be doing shows No...

Louisville knows how to throw a party, and no one captures that spirit better than America’s Chief Entertaining Officer, Tim Laird. From the creation of the iconic Oaks Lily cocktail to discovering hidden culinary gems, Tim shares stories and insights that highlight the city’s warm hospitality and creative food scene. Tim embodies Louisville’s spirit of hospitality, showing how food, drink, and ce...

🎙 The Lou Review Podcast Episode: A Community on Tap — The Story of Hop Atomica with Paul Berrier In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast , host Rosa Hart sits down with Paul Berrier from Hop Atomica to explore how one local spot blends a restaurant, brewery, and distillery into a truly unique Germantown experience. Paul shares how personal loss inspired his leap into the restaurant industry and...

What if your favorite restaurant donated every dollar it made to fight child abuse and s*x trafficking? In this powerful episode of The Lou Review Podcast, host Rosa Hart sits down with Adam Ursprung, founder of Noah’s Kitchen — a Louisville restaurant built entirely on the belief that food can heal communities. At age 52, Adam walked away from corporate America to create a nonprofit restaurant wh...

10,000 pounds of fresh produce given away—and they’re just getting started. Let Us Learn is proving that the fight against food insecurity begins in our own backyards. In this episode of The Lou Review podcast, host Rosa Hart interviews Gina Brown (Founder) and Olivia Gamsky (Garden Support Lead) from the non-profit organization Let Us Learn, Inc. Based in Floyd County, Let Us Learn is addressing...

Join Rosa Hart as she sits down with Tommy Craggs, co-owner of Watch Hill Proper, the largest American whiskey bar in the world. Discover the story behind this internationally recognized bourbon club, located in the heart of Norton Commons, Louisville. Tommy shares insights into the upcoming American Whiskey Fest, the unique concept of Watch Hill Proper, and the journey of building a bourbon-centr...

In this special episode of The Lou Review , host Rosa Hart sits down with two trailblazing women of Kentucky bourbon: Judy Hollis Jones , CEO of Buzzard’s Roost , and Melissa Rift , Master Taster at Old Forester . Together they hint at whats to come during the premium experience at the KBF 2025, “A Celebration of Women Leaders in Kentucky Bourbon,” a dynamic evening spotlighting the powerhouse wom...

In this episode of The Lou Review , host Rosa Hart sits down with Louisville entrepreneur Dee Dee Taylor, the powerhouse behind 502 Hemp , to discuss her path to opening a wellness-focused business rooted in advocacy, education, and healing. Dee Dee opens up about how her husband’s health challenges inspired her to explore alternative wellness options, ultimately leading her to launch a mission-dr...

In this episode of The Lou Review , host Rosa Hart sits down with Isaiah Dietrich, co-founder of Jubilee Field with his wife Courtney. Jubilee Field is a new venue space in Louisville’s Meriweather-Fort Hill neighborhood that’s all about building community, sparking joy, and making room for meaningful gatherings. Isaiah shares the spontaneous and serendipitous journey that led to Jubilee Field’s c...

In this episode, host Rosa Hart sits down with Libby Gray, attorney and founding partner at Gray Ice Higdon, a Louisville-based law firm built on the principles of inclusion, collaboration, and community. Originally from Minnesota, Libby shares what led her to plant roots in Louisville and how her journey through law school and entrepreneurship shaped the vision for her firm. Together, they explor...

In this episode of The Lou Review podcast, host Rosa Hart sits down with Janelle Bass, co-owner of Ponyboy, a bourbon cocktail brand in a can. From her roots in voiceover work and bartending to co-founding Ponyboy with her husband Mike, Janelle shares the story of how their whirlwind romance turned into a business venture that’s redefining bourbon culture. Janelle opens up about the challenges and...

In this episode of The Lou Review podcast, host Rosa Hart sits down with Chef Michael Crouch, the celebrated chef at Watch Hill Proper, to explore his inspiring journey from a career in commercial art to becoming one of Louisville’s most creative culinary voices. Chef Crouch opens up about the challenges and rewards of the culinary profession, the importance of inspiration and creativity in avoidi...

What do a brothel-themed bistro, big cats, and Japanese Sake have in common? Meet Kevin Grangier, the bold mind behind some of Louisville’s most innovative dining experiences. In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast, host Rosa Hart sits down with local restaurateur and branding expert Kevin Grangier to explore his unique journey from marketing and consumer communication to launching standout Lou...