Bluegrass Region Voices and Views

Bluegrass Region Voices and Views

Author: Tom Hailey Language: English Episodes: 65
There's a particular rhythm to life in central Kentucky, a blend of rolling hills, deep history, and vibrant community that Tom Hailey captures in his Bluegrass Region Voices and Views podcast. This isn't a travelogue or a dry history lesson. Instead, Tom sits down with the people who give this area its character-artists crafting in studio barns, community organizers planting roots for the future, and historians uncovering layers of the past. You'll hear stories from the front porches of small towns and the bustling kitchens of local eateries, getting a genuine sense of place that goes far beyond the postcard. Each episode feels like a personal introduction, whether it's spotlighting a family-run orchard you've never heard of or a cultural festival that defines a community's spirit. The conversations are meandering and authentic, often uncovering the quiet passions and unexpected projects that truly shape the region's identity. For anyone curious about the soul of Kentucky beyond the racetracks, or for locals looking to rediscover the richness in their own backyard, this podcast offers a thoughtful, human-centered audio tour. It’s about listening in on the stories that are already being told, if you just know where to find them.
Episodes
54 Happy New Year 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:23
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 activitie…
53 Butch's Grill inside Critchfield Meats Family Market [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:38
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 p…
52 Dad's Favorites Deli [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:51
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…
51 How to Go Off the Beaten Path Around Kentucky with Sam Dick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:56
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'…
50 Toyota Bluegrass Miracle League Fall 2024 with Rock Newman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:34
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, Kent…
49 DV8 Kitchen and DV8K Life Changing Run [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:59
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 entir…
48 The Keeneland Track Kitchen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:44
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 y…
47 The Lexington Distillery District [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:49
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 conversa…
46 The Arboretum Kentucky Botanical Garden [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:22
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 o…
45 McConnell Springs Park - My Thoughts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:59
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 i…