Left In Kentucky

This week we talk with Mike Broihier who is running in the Kentucky Democratic primary for US Senate.  The winner of the primary will face Mitch McConnell in the fall. You can find more information about Mike and his campaign at https://mikeforky.com/ Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.

This week we interview Jason Stroude who is running for Kentucky State Senate in District 17. We also finally have a sound effect for our Bullhorn award! https://www.strouded17.com/ https://www.facebook.com/StroudeD17/ Hosted by: Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.

This week we interview Shannon Fabert who is running in the Democratic primary for US Congress in Kentucky's district 4. This seat is currently held by Thomas Massie. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson. You can find out more information by going to https://fabert2020.org/  

We have an abbreviated episode this week after a brief break to update our technology in response to social distancing. On the plus side, we have added a Bull Horn award to recognize those doing good things in politics AND we announce that our podcast will now be weekly. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson.

This week we interview one of the Democratic candidates to represent District 4 in Congress, Dr. Alexandra Owensby. Alexandra Owensby's website: https://www.amowensby.com/ Indivisible Northern Kentucky District 4 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxm6vzUt57FSfX440DAybA Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson

We talk about SB8 regarding mandating armed officers in schools (UNFUNDED) and HB1 regarding tighter restrictions on food stamps. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson.

Our guest this week is Nisia Thornton who is discussing bills that particularly impact our LGBTQ community. Hosted by: Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson. Resources https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ - Our trained counselors are here to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call the TrevorLifeline now at 1-866-488-7386. Go to TrevorChat➜ online instant messaging TrevorText is a confidential and secure resource that provides live help for LGBTQ youth with atrained specialist, over text messages. Text START to 678678. https://www.translifeline.org/ - a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive. 877-565-8860 The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender National Hotline  : (888) 843-4564 The GLBT National Youth Talkline (youth serving youth through age 25): (800) 246-7743 The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TAL

We discuss bills in the Kentucky General Assembly that have had two readings. We then interview Chris Tobe (author of Kentucky Fried Pensions) about the 2020 state budget and why the lack of pension discussion is very troublesome. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson. You can follow bills and happenings in the General Assembly at https://legislature.ky.gov/

State Representative Buddy Wheatley from District 65 in Kenton County and former Ky Secretary of State Candidate Jason Griffith from Letcher County give us a preview of what to watch for in the upcoming 2020 General Assembly. Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson.

In our first episode of season 2, we discuss some of the positive things going on in Kentucky. We hand out another round of Cow Patties to deserving folks. We also preview what's coming up in 2020.  Happy Holidays!  Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson Websites related to this episode https://legislature.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx https://www.ket.org/legislature/ http://app.sos.ky.gov/elections/candidatefilings/

We have our regular Cow Patties to hand out. Then we discuss the Democratic candidates running for Agriculture Commissioner, Auditor of Public Accounts, and Treasurer. Democratic candidates for Agriculture Commissioner Robert Haley Conway https://www.conwayforky19.com Joe Trigg https://www.joetriggcandidate.com Democratic candidates for Auditor of Public Accounts Kelsey Hayes Coots https://www.kelseyforkentucky.com Sheri Donahue https://www.donahueforky.com Chris Tobe http://www.christobe.com Democratic candidates for Treasurer Michael Bowman https://www.bowmanforkentucky.com Josh Mers https://joshmers.com Hosted by Roberto Henriquez with Amy Ferguson and Ann Dickerson

Episode 4 of Left In Kentucky - We have our Cow Patty awards. We spend most of this episode talking about the final day of Kentucky General Assembly 2019 with a brief digression on fiscal conservatism. We also discuss the Mueller report and why we need to wait to find out what the report ACTUALLY contains.  During the episode we reference the Kentucky Legislative Research Commission which can be found at https://lrc.ky.gov

In episode 3 we start off with our latest round of cow patties. We then have an interview with Chris Tobe (author of Kentucky Fried Pensions and candidate for Kentucky State Auditor) about the state pension problems and action in the current General Assembly. Finally, a bill roundup regarding a number of bills as the 2019 Kentucky General Assembly heads towards the finish line.  We are in the veto break before the final day. As we saw last year, the last day can be a roller coaster, so keep your eyes on Frankfort! Hosted by Roberto Henriquez with Ann Dickerson and Amy Ferguson.

This episode we introduce our Cow Patty awards segment. We have a rapid fire state bill rundown and discussion about SB 150 regarding concealed carry and HB 525 regarding makeup of the Teachers Retirement System Board. We also talk about Cohen's testimony to congress. Most importantly, we find out what is the official syrup of Kentucky.

Left In Kentucky is the new Indivisible Northern Kentucky District 4 podcast where we discuss Kentucky and national politics from a progressive viewpoint.  Hosted by Roberto Henriquez with Ann Dickerson and Amy Ferguson. This episode we discuss issues before the Kentucky General Assembly including House Bill 148 regarding abortions, the President's emergency declaration, and the US Supreme Court.