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#ColonelsOfTruth - Weekly episodes covering breaking political news from Kentucky, and bringing you the informed voices from our commonwealth you want to hear. Progress Kentucky is an all-volunteer group of Central Kentucky activists working to turn our commonwealth purple by educating and engaging voters across the state.

  1. Post No Kings Glow w/Logan Forsythe #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 253

    1D AGO

    Post No Kings Glow w/Logan Forsythe #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 253

    Aaron, Dr. Clardy and Kimberly recap NoKYngs & catch up with Logan Forsythe, and hear about his campaign for the Democratic nomination for Kentucky's 2026 Senate race.#ColonelsOfTruth #Progress KentuckyNO KYNGS!Lex: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dvwx9iCh2/Whit Whitaker, speaking for veterans: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16Q5oLN2BF/Lex March: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17JKcRfDra/Lou: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GC8etQe9Y/Murray: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CLUFPWY3o/NKY: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CV9ub4K5M/NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/01/kentucky-state-university-makeover-clears-legislature-after-house-oks-changes-to-bill/INTERVIEW: Logan Forsythe, Candidate for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate from KYhttps://loganforsythe.com/https://youtu.be/pdIOz6a4y34?si=BdSrBrKotdMwEflz#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 253 was kinda produced by AaronTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 6m
  2. All Tore Up about #KYGA26 w/Willie Carver, Jr #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 252

    MAR 26

    All Tore Up about #KYGA26 w/Willie Carver, Jr #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 252

    Aaron and Kim catch up with Willie Edward Taylor Carver, Jr. about his AMAZING new book, "Tore All to Pieces," and check in with Rep. Adam Moore on what's up in the final days of #KYGA26 in Frankfort. The Colonels also hear from Cameron Anderson, with the Welcome Home Kentucky campaign and their efforts to pass HB 338 and help more people get housing across our commonwealth. Busy #ColonelsOfTruth this week! CALL TO ACTION:Get to NO KINGS on Saturday - Lexington details here:https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/901016/?utm_source=ProKYSee the full map and find the closest protest (of 38 KY events!) near YOU http://www.progressky.org/no-kings CAMPAIGN CORNER:Cameron Anderson, WHK Campaign https://welcomehomekentucky.org/Call 1-800-372-7181 (1-866-840-6574 for Spanish) immediately!! 7 am - 6 pm ET. Ask your Senator and the Senate Judiciary to vote YES on HB 338, the eviction expungement bill CAPITAL CORNER: Rep. Adam Moorehttps://www.kydeservesmoore.com/ INTERVIEW: Willie Carver, JrAuthor of "Tore All to Pieces"See Willlie at Carmichael's in Louisville - 4/7/26https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/willie-edward-taylor-carver-jr-presents-tore-all-piecesBUY IT! https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/book/9781985903708 #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 252 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 12m
  3. Corporate Defenders & Sneaky Vouchers #KYGA26 w/Russell Allen #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 251

    MAR 19

    Corporate Defenders & Sneaky Vouchers #KYGA26 w/Russell Allen #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 251

    Aaron, Kim and Nate cover news from #KYGA26 and then check in with Russell Allen, from the Kentucky Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty about SB251, an effort to reestablish the death penalty in Kentucky.#ColonelsOfTruth @ProgressKentucky No Kings! March 28th - Find the most convenient event for you here: http://www.progressky.org/no-kings BITIN' LIST:Aaron - Markwayne Mullin (for forcing us to acknowledge Senator Rand Paul was fairly on point during today's hearing)https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5789478-rand-paul-markwayne-mullin-dhs/Nate - Not Jamie Comer? Or maybe Jamie Comer - what happened with Pam Bondi's subpoena? https://www.rawstory.com/pam-bondi-2676308907/Kim - Anyone directing this danger, ill-planned war of choice NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/bill-blocking-kentuckians-from-suing-pesticide-makers-splits-house-gop-but-still-advances/https://www.facebook.com/reel/1275628507830075https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/kentucky-house-advances-bill-protecting-gun-industry-from-lawsuits/https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/ky-gop-supermajority-overrides-beshear-veto-of-education-grants-fueled-by-us-tax-credit/https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/op-ed/article315072648.htmlhttps://thegallerypass.substack.com/p/sneaky-backdoor-charters INTERVIEW: Russell Allen, KY Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty Call the legislative comment line at1-800-372-7181 Ask the HOUSE to OPPOSE SB 251https://www.instagram.com/officialkcadp/ #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 251 was produced by Parker Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 4m
  4. TRUMP was HERE (& other disappointing news) w/Lane Boldman and Jason Bailey #ColonelsOfTruth ep. 250(!!)

    MAR 12

    TRUMP was HERE (& other disappointing news) w/Lane Boldman and Jason Bailey #ColonelsOfTruth ep. 250(!!)

    Aaron and Chris share the KY political news of the weak, including Trump in NKY, and then get #KYGA26 updates from our friends with Kentucky Center for Economic Policy and the Kentucky Conservation Committee - it's a great week to tune in to #ColonelsOfTruthCALL TO ACTION:http://www.progressky.org/no-kingshttps://www.progressky.org/mondayBuy us some stamps!!https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/09/pentagon-identifies-seventh-soldier-to-have-died-in-iran-war-from-kentucky/https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314967543.htmlhttps://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314997002.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/ky-elections-board-moves-for-dismissal-of-us-justice-department-suit-seeking-voter-data/INTERVIEW 1: Lane Boldman, KY Conservation Committee https://kyconservation.org/upcoming-eventsINTERVIEW 2: Jason Bailey, KY Center for Economic Policy https://kypolicy.org/hb-500-house-budget-affect-on-seek-payments-to-schools/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 250 was kinda produced by Aaron & kinda produced by ParkerTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 1m
  5. The Dirty Word of Diversity #KYGA26 w/Rep. Adrielle Camuel & Prof. David Oppenheimer #ColonelsOfTruth

    MAR 5

    The Dirty Word of Diversity #KYGA26 w/Rep. Adrielle Camuel & Prof. David Oppenheimer #ColonelsOfTruth

    Aaron and Dr. Clardy dig in on the current war on progress with professor and author of the new book, "The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea," David Oppenheimer, then get an update on #KYGA26 from Rep. Adrielle Camuel. #ColonelsOfTruth NO KINGS! www.progressky.org/no-kings Flip the 6th! https://www.progressky.org/monday Donate to the cause! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stamps BITIN' LIST:Dr. Clardy - Sect of "War" Pete HegsethAaron - KY Sen. Gex Williams and his most recent anti LGBTQ+ legislationhttps://queerkentucky.com/kentucky-sb-351-gex-williams-transgender-teacher-ban/ NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314855923.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/03/proposed-makeover-of-utility-regulator-met-with-warnings-consumers-would-lose-their-voice/ INTERVIEW: Prof. David B. Oppenheimer, author of "The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea" https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-diversity-principle-the-story-of-a-transformative-idea-david-b-oppenheimer/917e152ccf168887 CAPITAL CORNER: Rep. Adrielle Camuel CALL TO ACTION:Call the switchboard!!! 1-800-372-7181Oppose SB 8 - Urge full Senate to opposeSupport HB755 - Help form unions in private employers! Support HB346 - Help our workforce Support HB 380 - Create important crypto protections!! Call full house! #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 249 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 6m
  6. Frankfort's Heating UP w/Rep. Adam Moore & LWV, #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 248

    FEB 26

    Frankfort's Heating UP w/Rep. Adam Moore & LWV, #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 248

    Kim and Aaron connect with the League of Women Voters of Kentucky regarding the restoration of voting rights and other legislation they're watching in #KYGA26 and then hear from State Representative Adam Moore on the budget, food stamps and independent voters. #ColonelsOfTruthFLIP THE 6TH - Join the campaign: Lexington Postcarding Night, Mon. March 2nd https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/870258/Richmond Postcarding Event, Sat. March 7th https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/888815/Donate to the Stamp Fund! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNO KINGS - Save the date!https://www.nokings.org/?SQF_SOURCE=prokyVolunteer with ProKY! info@progressky.orgNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314759611.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/24/kentucky-would-opt-into-federal-plan-for-private-school-tuition-aid-under-gop-bill/https://theinteriorjournal.com/2026/02/22/bill-requiring-dna-sample-passes-house/CAMPAIGN CORNER: Margie Charasika, LWVKY Restoration of Voting Rights, Chairhttps://www.lwvky.org/legislativeadvocacyINTERVIEW: Rep. Adam Moore https://www.kydeservesmoore.com/home#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 248 was ably produced by Nate OrshanTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.comProgress Kentucky is a member of the Indivisible network, Commonground Kentucky Action, and the Forward Kentucky network.

    1h 2m
  7. Talking Schools & #KYGA26 w/2 Youths #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 247

    FEB 19

    Talking Schools & #KYGA26 w/2 Youths #ColonelsOfTruth Ep. 247

    Aaron, Kim and Nate connect with two HS public education advocates about the ...interesting... approach to KY schools from the General Assembly... and their NEW BOOK. Also, we get a GA update from Fairness Campaign's Chris Hartman! #ColonelsOfTruth #ColonelsOfTruth #ProgressKentucky NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/18/ky-senate-committee-backs-bill-to-restore-voting-rights-to-some-with-felony-convictions/Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to SUPPORT SB 80 and Restoring Voter Rights! https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/18/floridas-desantis-jabs-back-at-beshear-while-in-ky-to-push-balanced-budget-amendment/Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to OPPOSE a dangerous constitutional convention! CAMPAIGN CORNER: Chris Hartman, KY Fairness Campaign SB 72 - Healthcare Discrimination Bill! Call 800-372-7181 and tell your House Member to OPPOSE!Join the Fairness Lobby Day and Rally - 2/25/26 Details and RSVP: https://fairness.org/Rally INTERVIEW: Kentucky Student Voice Team - Lucy Carter and Maggie DonworthSB114 - Ends School Board Democracy in Lou & Lex! Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to OPPOSE!Get the KSVT book ksvt.org/rose/bookLearn more at www.ksvt.org & RSVP for the event in Danville at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981552926144?aff=oddtdtcreator. Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 247 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    56 min
  8. Dumb Bills Lead to Dead Kids w/Teri Carter #KYGA26 #ColonelsOfTruth ep. 246

    FEB 12

    Dumb Bills Lead to Dead Kids w/Teri Carter #KYGA26 #ColonelsOfTruth ep. 246

    Aaron, Kim & Chris cover more Massie-Epstein political news out of our Commonwealth, as well as an update on the KY Senate race polls and then check in with writer and gun safety advocate Teri Carter. #ColonelsOfTruth BITIN' LISTS:https://tchilders.lnk.to/bitinlistliveChris: Pam BondiKim: KY State Senator, Dr. Donald Douglashttps://www.wuky.org/wuky-news/2026-02-11/medical-conscience-bill-revives-debate-over-patient-and-provider-protections…and Trumphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyBGINq9icIAaron: KY State Rep. Mark Hart https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/house-tries-again-to-make-water-fluoridation-optional-in-kentucky/ NEWS OF THE WEAK:New polls on statewide senate race: https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314596139.htmlKY Epstein Connections:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314634527.htmlMassie Goes After Bondi on Epstein:https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-you-are-responsible-gop-rep-massie-tells-bondi-on-epstein-files INTERVIEW: Teri Carter, KY Writer and Gun Safety Advocatehttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/10/a-low-bar-for-andy-barr-and-kentuckys-us-senate-campaign/https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/01/22/got-thoughts-about-letting-18-year-olds-conceal-carry-kentucky-house-doesnt-want-to-hear-them/ #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 246 was kinda produced by Aaron Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

    1h 2m
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