Articles linked to podcasts and videos, either produced by Forward Kentucky or from other sources.
Aaron & Kimberly discuss KY politics as seen through a progressive lens, including the news of a bipartisan gun safety deal, and just HOW BAD Rand Paul is on Jan. 6th issues. Then we're joined by kick-ass civil rights organizer, Savvy Shabazz.
An interview w/ TWO guests from KY’s labor movement. Plus, a report that Rocky Adkins may be running for Ag Secretary, and some policing stories.
The Colonels bring you a quick Kentucky news rundown, then welcome a new installment of Doug Price is Right – tackling the issue of school district police departments, which are popping up in some Kentucky counties.
An interview w/ Lindsey Burke, Dem candidate in the 75th District (Lexington). And, a big JCPS update, incl info about the new student assignment plan, the new contract with teachers, and a lawsuit in Jefferson Circuit Court.
We kick off Pride Month with KY Teacher of the Year and LGBTQ advocate Willie Carver. Also, a check-in with gun violence survivor and Moms Demand Action member Deana Mullins, on what Moms are working on in the wake of Uvalde.
This week, Chad Aull visited Robert and Jazmin to talk about his run for Kentucky House in the 79th District in Lexington. Also, Robert talked about Savannah Maddox, who will begin a gubernatorial campaign any day now.
The Booker campaign is out with a new ad, and it is both painful and powerful. Watch, and then share.
Jazmin and Robert react to primary elections across the state including several incumbent legislators losing their seats on both sides of the aisle, major victories for candidates favored in races for mayor in Kentucky's largest cities, and a few other important races.
Aaron, Kimberly & special guest Nema break down the primary with some surprising and flat-out shocking results. They also discuss the response to the leaked SCOTUS Roe draft opinion, and other very real threats to reproductive justice in Kentucky.
The latest episode features updates on the primaries, a story about crypto-mining, and a forum of Lexington City Council candidates.
Author and historian Emily Bingham talks about her new book on the song “My Old Kentucky Home.” Plus, coverage of primary races, and a look at Louisville’s budget.
Do you know about the justice bills passed this year in Frankfort? Jazmin Smith does, and we've got her on MKF to tell us all about them. Join us!
A look into the future, as envisioned by Republicans.
Aaron, Kimberly, and first-time guest-host Jeni (KY 120 United) cover our embarrassing Senators & how we can create some legislative accountability with guest, Bruce Maples, publisher of Forward Kentucky.
An interview w/ Col. Pam Stevenson, the state rep for H-43, about serving in the lege. Also, Bruce Maples on new stuff at ForwardKY, the recent KREF report, and more.
A Michigan state senator gave a firm and clear floor speech that has gone viral. We Democrats need to learn to be this firm and clear in our own messaging. Watch and learn.
