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1D AGO

We press, then rest our case of Lexington as 'Horse Capital of the World.'

With all due respect to Ocala, Florida which has apparently trademarked the title of 'Horse Capital of the World,' WUKY's Alan Lytle and author Fiona Young - Brown discuss the many reasons why Lexington can lay claim to it as well. Evidence includes the many statues, public art projects, an entire park dedicated to horses, the Red Mile, and oh yeah...Keeneland! A spirited conversation is about to break from the gate.

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37 min
3D AGO

UK study: ‘Person-centered care’ improves lives of dementia residents, caregivers

For many Kentuckians with dementia, medical interventions may seem like the only choice, but a new University of Kentucky study shows that prioritizing joy and engagement through enrichment activities is vital for the health of both residents and the caregivers who support them. Researchers from the School of Music in the UK College of Fine Arts and the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging investigated how complementary and supportive care programs (CSCPs) — like animal interactions, music therapy and group games — affect life in four different Kentucky care facilities. Dr. Greg talks with lead researcher Alaine E. Reschke-Hernández.

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11 min
4D AGO

Lex Talk History: Keeneland Library rolls out new 'Raices' exhibit celebrating Hispanic culture

Keeneland's Spring Meet starts this Friday and Lex Talk History, the official podcast of the Lexington History Museum welcomes back Keeneland Library director Roda Ferraro. The library is launching a new exhibit and education initiative, 'Raíces: The Making of Latino Legacies in Racing,' which showcases 100 groundbreaking Latino figures in the Thoroughbred racing and breeding industry from the late 1800s to today. Get a sneak peak and find out the latest LHM happenings in this fresh episode.

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52 min
4D AGO

Saving Stories: First director of Peace Corps reflects on legacy, impact of international effort

March 2026 marks the 65th anniversary of the start of the Peace Corps and in this latest edition of WUKY's Saving Stories, Doug Boyd with the Nunn Center for Oral History in the UK Libraries shares audio from an interview with Sargent Shriver, the diplomat tabbed by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to lead the independent government agency that sends American volunteers to partner countries for two-year terms to work on grassroots projects in education, health, agriculture, and other sectors. Shriver told the interviewer why he thought they only had one chance to make it work.

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5 min
08/27/2024

Writing Lessons Episode 4: Sense of Place Featuring Barbara Kingsolver

In the fourth episode of Writing Lessons, Silas House has a conversation with internationally bestselling Kentucky born writer Barbara Kingsolver about sense of place and much more.

08/27/2024

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35 min
05/31/2022

Lee Cole (May 2022)

Silas House speaks with Lee Cole, author of Groundskeeping.

05/31/2022

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22 min
07/10/2025

Writing Lessons Episode 10: A Conversation With Crystal Wilkinson

In the tenth episode of Writing Lessons, host Silas House speaks with acclaimed author and fellow Kentucky Poet Laurate, Crystal Wilkinson.

07/10/2025

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22 min
MAR 4

Paul Quenon

Katerina Stoykova interviews Br. Paul Quenon about his poetry, as well as his writing process and monastic life.

Mar 4

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41 min
05/22/2024

Danni Quintos

Katerina Stoykova interviews poet Danni Quintos about her writing, publishing, knitting and more.

05/22/2024

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33 min
MAR 10

“Relentless Advocate for Students and Opportunity” with Kelly McManus

Kelly McManus, Vice President of Higher Education at Arnold Venture, discusses high-quality education, effective policymaking, and persistent advocacy.

Mar 10

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46 min

Podcasts from listener-supported WUKY in Lexington, KY.