The City of Frankfort Podcast

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From capital halls to bourbon balls, join us in 2026 for the City of Frankfort Podcast…For the Frankfortians! We’ll swap city stories, spill the tea, and celebrate the quirks that make Kentucky’s capital the best hometown around. So, if you have a preference in east side vs. west side, remember the governors Derby train, and love a good Frankfort fable, then this podcast is for you...for the Frankfortians!

  1. 4d ago ·  Video

    Ep 41: Frankfort's Fleet

    In today’s episode, Sara sits down with John, the City of Frankfort’s Fleet Maintenance Supervisor. From fire trucks to snowplows to garbage trucks, John and his crew keep the vehicles that keep Frankfort running in top shape. Tune in to hear what a day in the shop looks like, how the team keeps city services rolling, and what goes on behind the scenes to make sure our vehicles are ready when the community needs them. Frankfort’s Fleet: A Touch A Truck Event Want to see the city’s vehicles up close? Join city staff for a hands-on look at the vehicles and the people who keep Frankfort running! 📅 Thursday, October 22 ⏰ 3–6 PM 📍 East Frankfort Park This free community event lets kids of all ages climb in, touch, and explore city vehicles and meet the staff who operate them. A sensory hour will be held from 3- 4 PM.

  2. Oct 8 ·  Video

    Ep 41:Fall Events & The Leestown Witch with DFI

    Host Ellie chats with Susie Hosley, Executive Director of Downtown Frankfort, Inc., about all the October happenings that bring the city to life, led by the wildly popular Witches Night Out. Learn how the event works, where to pick up passports, and the many downtown businesses, performances, and themed cocktails that make the night special. The episode also explores the local legend of the Leestown Witch — the historical story behind the festival’s signature tradition — and how a marked passport can make someone the night’s honored witch. Plus, find details on related events like the Thriller Parade and Haunting on the Hill, free shuttles, and family-friendly activities across town. Tune in for dates, times, and quick tips to join the fun, dress up, and experience Frankfort’s October spirit with community events, music, and surprises for all ages.

  3. Oct 1 ·  Video

    Ep 40: October Frankfort 15

    It's officially Spooky Season in Frankfort- a time when our city truly comes alive! Join Blair for the Frankfort 15, a quick roundup of October happenings in the capital: Museum After Dark, Bourbon on the Banks, Witch's Night Out, Homecoming and Pride events, Haunting on the Hill, the Black Cat Chase, trick-or-treating, the Thriller Parade, and more. Also covered are city meetings and the special town hall Touch-A-Truck at East Frankfort Park (with a sensory hour and pickleball demo), roadwork and traffic updates, and where to find official schedules and alerts.

  4. Sep 24 ·  Video

    Ep 39: Behind the Scenes of Bourbon on the Banks

    Host Alex sits down with Diane Strong, Executive Director of Bourbon on the Banks, to talk about how a Frankfort bourbon festival became one of the largest charitable events in our region. Since launching in 2019, the festival has grown into Frankfort's premier bourbon celebration, held each October along the Kentucky River at River View Park, the same river once used to float barrels downstream, tying the event directly to the city's distilling roots. In this episode, Diane and Alex cover: - The festival's history and why Frankfort, home to Buffalo Trace and generations of master distillers, calls itself the true "heart of bourbon." - What a festival weekend looks like now, from the free downtown street party, Bourbon Street on Broadway, and pre-event tastings and mixology classes, to Saturday's main event with dozens of distilleries, live music, local art, and food. - The volunteer effort behind the scenes, including how the festival lets volunteers direct part of their service hours as direct donations to the nonprofit of their choice. - The festival's community impact and charitable mission, and why Diane sees bourbon as "a vehicle for real community change," including how proceeds have funded food security, housing, youth arts programs, animal welfare, and park improvements across Franklin County. - Why Bourbon on the Banks stands apart from other bourbon festivals nationally by donating the majority of its net proceeds back into the local community.

  5. Sep 17 ·  Video

    Ep 38: Rediscovering Frankfort with Randy Newcomb

    On this episode of the City of Frankfort Podcast, host Kenton sits down with Frankfort Tourism Director Randy Newcomb to view the city through the eyes of visitors and remind locals what makes Frankfort special. They cover downtown history and public art, the Kentucky State Capitol, bourbon and distilleries, outdoor highlights like Cove Spring and Josephine Sculpture Park, popular events and festivals, and upcoming projects including a conference center and riverfront revitalization. Whether you’re planning a weekend visit or rediscovering your hometown, this episode is a quick guide to Frankfort’s food, culture, outdoor adventures, and why bourbon brings people in but everything else keeps them here.

  6. Sep 11 ·  Video

    Ep 37: Frankfort First Responders Remember 9/11

    On the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, this special episode of the City of Frankfort podcast gathers firefighters, police officers, and emergency personnel from Frankfort to share where they were that day, what they remember, and how those events shaped their work in public service. We remember those who were lost and recognize the first responders who continue to answer the call — highlighting personal stories, changes in public safety, and the ongoing commitment to community preparedness.

  7. Sep 3 ·  Video

    Ep 36: September Frankfort 15

    Catch up on Frankfort’s September highlights: city commission and board meeting dates, Labor Day closures, and the Community Development Code open for public comment. Learn how to participate and where to find agendas and livestreams. Plus community news on the Aquatic Center’s final weekend and upcoming lazy river construction, the Japan Festival on Broadway, St. Claire live nights, Broadway sewer phase two, progress on Fire Station 1, and links to stay connected with city updates.

  8. Aug 27 ·  Video

    Ep 35: Cracking the Code- How Frankfort’s Ordinances Work

    Host Alex sits down with City Clerk Chermie Maxwell to explain what city ordinances are, how they’re created and enforced, and how residents can access and use the Code of Ordinances. Chermie walks listeners through open records, the ordinance adoption process, where to find codified and non-codified laws online, how citizens can participate in meetings, and why understanding local laws matters for life in Frankfort.

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From capital halls to bourbon balls, join us in 2026 for the City of Frankfort Podcast…For the Frankfortians! We’ll swap city stories, spill the tea, and celebrate the quirks that make Kentucky’s capital the best hometown around. So, if you have a preference in east side vs. west side, remember the governors Derby train, and love a good Frankfort fable, then this podcast is for you...for the Frankfortians!

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  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    42
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