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Blabbin' In the Bluegrass

Season 3

S3E2 - No Sight, No Setback

Episode Notes

This week, we visit with an exceptional educator, whose pure determination and strong will to succeed greatly inspired his former students and co-workers. Rick Boggess spent over three decades serving as an instructor of visually-impaired students in the Owensboro

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S3E3 - Boggess, Blues, and Barbecue

Episode Notes

This week we complete the impressive story of an exceptional educator, which we opened last week, and preview one of the state's most popular summer extravaganzas! First, it's a re-connection with our friend Rick Boggess, a long-time instructor of the visually

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S3E4 - Lip-Smacking Lusciousness and Lardo's Laughs

Episode Notes

This week we're filling your belly with dairy delights, and filling your ears with humor and bluegrass music! First, we're headed to Rowlett's Milkhouse Creamery in gorgeous Henry County, where Sharon Rowlett proudly serves up her award-winning ice cream, butter, and

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S3E5 - The Commonwealth Time Capsule

Episode Notes

Strap yourself in for a trip back in time to revisit my conversations with lovely and gifted ladies during Season One. Two marvelous musicians will dominate our speakers: Ms. Maggie Hollis and Ms. Annabel Whitledge, both from Henderson. 

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S3E6 - The Former Mayor Who Found Frank

Episode Notes

From mayoral highlights, to book details, to Mayfield tourism info, this week's episode is truly your all-in-one! Our guest is none other than Mrs. Teresa Rochetti-Cantrell, who currently serves as Executive Director of the Annie Gardner Foundation. 

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S3E7 - Singing, Songwriting, and Storytelling

Episode Notes

Songwriters are among the most underappreciated individuals we'll ever meet. You'll gain considerable respect for their talent and creativity, however, by attending the Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters Festival, featured in this week's episode. 

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S3E8 - Livin' Large with Local Lifestyles

Episode Notes

This week's episode takes us to the newsroom, where Ange Humphrey anxiously awaits to chat with us. She is a greatly admired and highly respected television personality, who proudly hosts Local Lifestyles on WEHT (channel 25) in Henderson. 

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S3E9 - Talks And Tunes With The Nashvillains

Episode Notes

This week's show will truly be music to your ears, as we feature a brilliant band that'll be taking part in downtown Henderson's Sandy Lee Songfest next week! We're in for a real treat with Beaver Dam, KY native Scott Lindsey, along with teammates Troy Johnson and

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S3E10 - Blabbin' On Broadcasting With Bart

Episode Notes

This week's featured guest most certainly meets the criteria for our "Exceptional Educator" spotlight! Tune in for a dandy discussion with the one and only Bart White, a former professor of mine from Western Kentucky University's School of Journalism and Broadcasting

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S3E11 - E.J.'s Entertainment and Music Making

Episode Notes

Prepare to smile and sing along, as Mr. E.J. Simmons graces us with his presence and musical professionalism. E.J. leads choirs at two Henderson churches, provides gospel instruction to college students, and dazzles audiences at several local festivals annually. 

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