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Cholera, Part Four: The Outbreak in 1849. (2018)

Mariam interviews Megan Couch about her research into the 1849 outbreak of Cholera in Lexington. They discuss finding more deaths from cholera than were actually reported, and tell the stories of families that were completely wiped out by the disease. Thi

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The Urge to Merge: The Merger of Lexington’s City and Fayette County’s Governments (2021)

Mariam and Wayne discuss the history of Lexington & Fayette County’s merged governments, one of only fifteen merged city-county governments in the United States.

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Smiley Pete: Lexington's Town Dog (2019)

Denise Shanks tells the story of Smiley Pete, Lexington’s “town dog” in the 1940’s and 1950’s.

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The Extraordinary Life of Dr. Mary E. Britton (2020)

Brenna Pye guest hosts to celebrate the life of Dr. Mary E. Britton (1855-1925), a passionate advocate for equality, her charitable works, and her professional accomplishments in teaching and medicine.

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Torrent: A Conversation with Anthony B. Gray (2026)

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The 20th Anniversary of the Lexington Ice Storm

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A Conversation With Reverend L. Clark Williams (2021)

Naomi interviews Reverend L. Clark Williams about what progress has been made in Lexington since the June 4, 2020 march for racial justice.

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Ten Hours of Terror: The Barnes Family Murder, 1973 (Part 2 of 2, 2022)

In the final part of this series, Wayne takes us through the murders of the Barnes Family, the murders and shootings in Falmouth, KY, and the aftermath of the crimes. Listener Discretion is Advised.

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Pamela Brown: A Free Life (2020)

Wayne tells the story of Pamela Brown and the ill-fated hot air balloon voyage across the Atlantic in 1970, in time for the 50th anniversary of the crash.

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Cholera, Part One: King Solomon (2018)

JP Johnson gives a biography of William “King” Solomon, hero of the 1833 Cholera epidemic. He also talks about later efforts to memorialize him by the city. This is the first episode in a four part series. Interlude music is “Life’s Ups and Downs” by José

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The Life of Ella Offutt Pepper (2024)

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Swope v. Goodloe, or Possibly the First Time “Going Postal” Might Apply (2019)

Mariam interviews Rand Dotson, the Editor in Chief of LSU Press, about his research into the political rivalry between Armistead Swope and William Cassius Goodloe, which culminated in a deadly fight in the Lexington Post Office.

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Cassius Marcellus Clay: Abolitionist, Newspaper Man, Knife Fighter (2019)

Mariam interviews Wayne Johnson about the colorful life of abolitionist and Ambassador to Russia, Cassius Marcellus Clay (1810-1903).

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Lafayette’s Visit to Lexington (2021)

Mariam and David discuss Lafayette's 1825 visit to Lexington as we approach the 200th anniversary in 2024-2025.

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Julia Perry, Composer (2023)

Mariam interviews David Bryant about the life and work of Lexington-born African American composer Julia Perry (1924-1979).

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The Hive with Melissa Scholes Young

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The Tent Girl (2024)

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Ten Hours of Terror: The Barnes Family Murder, 1973 (Part 1 of 2, 2022)

In this two part series on the Barnes Family’s murder, Mariam interviews guest Ike Lawrence, whose father notified Mrs. Barnes of her family’s murder, and later, Wayne discusses the start of the crime, with the two killers escaping the custody of the US M

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Black Enclaves of Lexington (2022)

Brenna guests to share her research on three of Lexington’s Black enclaves, founded by formerly enslaved persons after the Civil War. She highlights the history we know, and points out that much of the history of these hamlets and their residents are lost

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Who’s the Scammer? A Tale of a Horse Sale (2021)

For our 60th episode, The TFKR Radio Players present a dramatic reading of ads about a horse sale gone sideways.

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They All Fall the Same: A Conversation with Wes Browne (2026)

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at LPL

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 through October 15. Discover reading recommendations, special free events, the Latino Art BLEND exhibit, and more!

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Podcasting with Jennifer Longworth (2025)

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Do you need to learn new software, technology, creative or business skills to achieve your professional or personal goals? LinkedIn Learning gives you unlimited access to a vast library of high quality video tutorials taught by recognized industry experts. You can work at your own pace with provided exercise files. Available on your personal computer or mobile device. (Note: To log into the mobile app, enter lex for your Library ID. You will be prompted to enter your library card number and PIN.)