“Every voice heard and every life empowered,” powerful and providential words from this week’s guest, Colonel Pamela Stevenson, JD. In this episode, Colonel Stevenson reveals how life in the Air Force prepared her for her role in Kentucky's Leg

12. Maj. Gen. Charles Bolden

Jun 25th, 2020 51m 40s

Retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Charles Bolden served as administrator of NASA under President Obama, traveled into orbit four times aboard space shuttle missions and broke barriers in his 34-year career with the Marine Corps. In this episode, h

11. New Generation of Leaders

Jun 16th, 2020 43m 54s

The mass demonstrations against police violence and racism have highlighted the need for fundamental change in our country and a new generation of leaders to step up and listen. First, we speak to Christian Motley about running for city council

10. Economic Recovery

Jun 4th, 2020 46m 7s

A long road to economic recovery is ahead of us. This episode, we attempt to answer, “What’s Next?” for Kentucky. What will a post-COVID economy look like? And how do we prevent this from happening again? Former state auditor and Lt. Gov. Crit

9. Educators

Jun 1st, 2020 39m 54s

Gov. Andy Beshear’s win last November can be partially attributed to the army of teachers behind him. Funding our schools and taking care of teachers are central parts of this campaign too. Amy’s Educator's Council is made up of current and ret

8. Healthcare Workers

May 15th, 2020 47m 41s

Healthcare workers have always been heroes but now they are on the front lines every day addressing this crisis head-on and protecting us. As that battle continues, Governor Beshear is looking toward reopening Kentucky in the safest possible wa

7. The Opioid Crisis

May 8th, 2020 51m 12s

Before COVID-19, a public health crisis was already taking the lives of thousands of Kentuckians. In 2017, the rate of fatal opioid overdoses in Kentucky was almost twice the national average. This week we speak to Dr. Kimberly Luse about the e

6. Running in the Age of Coronavirus

Apr 28th, 2020 32m 33s

A team “Amy’s Running for Kentucky” catch-up. We speak to the organizer of the KY Shines #TeamKentucky Virtual Half Marathon about why it’s important to stay active during the coronavirus pandemic. And we meet half-marathon teammate Dr. Debbi B

5. Issues Affecting Military Families

Apr 19th, 2020 43m 54s

The COVID-19 pandemic presents a new set of challenges for veterans, service members and their families. In this episode, we hear two women’s stories about military life and how the coronavirus is affecting their day-to-day lives.Episode show n

4. Supporting Food Banks During the Coronavirus

Apr 9th, 2020 27m 35s

Demand for food assistance is rising, just as Kentucky’s food banks are being struck by shortages of both donated food and volunteers. In this episode, we highlight the impact the coronavirus is having on food banks and the people they serve. P

1. The Violence Against Women Act: Why Hasn’t it Been Reauthorized?

Apr 3rd, 2020 34m 16s

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides law enforcement with better resources to investigate cases of rape; supplies colleges with effective tools to educate students about dating violence and sexual assault; and helps fund all of Kentuc

3. Prescription Drug Prices

Apr 2nd, 2020 29m 49s

Amy talks with two families facing hardships due to skyrocketing medical and prescription drug costs. Kentuckians pay the second-highest price for prescription drugs in the nation —- just over $2,100 annually. While the U.S. Senate has failed t

2. Neighbors Helping Neighbors: COVID-19 Community Response

Apr 2nd, 2020 22m

The coronavirus pandemic has upended our daily lives and left many vulnerable Kentuckians without access to food or other needs, but Kentuckians have stepped up to help their neighbors in need. In this episode, Amy talks to the mayor of a Kentu

1b. The Violence Against Women Act: Coronavirus Update

Apr 2nd, 2020 8m 17s

An update to our first episode with information on VAWA and what a person can do if they are quarantined in this crisis with an abusive spouse or partner.

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