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Countless Kentuckians undoubtedly remember Mr. Doug Ormay from his many years handling morning sports reports for KNN (the Kentucky News Network)...and he has kindly graced us with his presence for this week's "Blabbin'"!! Doug's impressive sportscasting career spans over four decades . . .and from play-by-play, to color commentary, to sideline reporting, he has literally done it all! He currently serves as the basketball voice of Louisville's Bellarmine Knights, and he's looking forward to another exciting season behind the mic. Join us as we dive into these and other related topics, and enjoy his words of wisdom for future sportscasters. To hear Doug Ormay's play-by-play of Bellarmine basketball this upcoming season, simply click here to visit the university's athletics page: https://athletics.bellarmine.edu/.

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My guest this week is not only a veteran teacher in the Henderson County school system, but she has just become a published author!! Pull up a seat and enjoy my conversation with Julie Peralta, proud creator of a fun-filled, fictional masterpiece entitled "The Crystal Orb". This book is sure to thrill and entertain...not to mention, this is only the first installment of a four-book series! Julie will explain her inspiration for the book, offer a brief synopsis of its content (with no major spoilers), and enlighten us on outlets through which we can purchase a copy. Enjoy this exciting sneak preview...and for additional information about Julie and her first book, click here to visit her website: https://www.juliehperalta.com/.

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On this week's "Blabbin'", I'm super pumped to welcome a newly-inducted Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Famer! He is Mr. Jeff Haile, who has proudly served as head coach of the Henderson County High School Lady Colonel roundball team for 36 (thirty-six) years! His resume includes 24 district titles, 18 regional championships, and five appearances in the semi-finals of the State Tournament. Listen in as Coach Haile explains how he ventured into coaching, recaps some of his many career highlights, and speaks of his well-deserved Hall of Fame induction. Jeff is an excellent source of wisdom and inspiration, so enjoy your share of both by pulling up a seat at our table!!

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I can honestly say that I've had no bad guests on "Blabbin' In the Bluegrass"...but, there are certain guests/conversations that truly stand out! And this week, we're taking you back inside the Commonwealth Time Capsule to revisit a guest who certainly stands out...Mr. Sam Yates! Sam enjoyed an extremely successful radio career at Henderson area stations such as WKDQ and WYNG...and as a broadcaster, he was blessed to converse with famous figures from Dick Clark, to Vanna White, to Bob Barker! Sam and I discuss these and other interactions during this chat from early 2021, which also highlights other rewarding aspects of his time at the mic. Plus, in our "Bluegrass Brain Buster", we'll identify each of the four rivers that define Kentucky borders. So come along for lots of laughs, smiles, and memories!!

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This week, I'm ecstatic to be joined by the all-time leading scorer in Henderson County Lady Colonel basketball history. She's the one and only Lisa Hayden, who continued thriving in college basketball at Miami of Ohio, and later enjoyed a fruitful career in the realm of coaching. Pull up a seat as Lisa reflects on the valuable lessons she learned from Hall of Fame coach Jeff Haile as a Lady Colonel, and discusses various aspects of her collegiate playing/coaching experience. She is a great friend to many, and an inspiration to many more...and after listening to her, you'll quickly understand why!!

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This week, I'm honored to feature a "Local Business Landmark" which has stood the test of four decades time...and that certainly doesn't happen by accident!! Come with me to "A Taste of Kentucky" in Louisville: truly a proud Kentuckian's paradise! Owner John Hassmann will present a snapshot of his plentiful Kentucky-themed product offerings, which range from decoratives, to desserts, to even gift baskets. You owe yourself a visit...but in the meantime, be sure to find out more about them and shop online by perusing their website found here: https://atasteofkentucky.com/.

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This week, we're taking you to good ole Boyle County for the first time, as we feature one of the most splendid stops along the Bourbon Trail! It's none other than Wilderness Trail Distillery in Danville, which has seen significant growth and evolution since its 2012 inception. From bourbon, to rye whiskey, to their one-of-a-kind Blue Heron Vodka, you're sure to find something in their line-up to tickle your taste buds! Join me and Mr. Jerod Smith, Wilderness Trail's National Brand Manager, as we discuss the distillery's extremely commendable ten-year history, summarize their sippable sensations, and offer a brief overview of what you can expect on a tour. Be informed and entertained, and use the following link to access Wilderness Trail's website: https://wildernesstraildistillery.com/.

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This week I'm privileged to welcome a Nashville singer/songwriter, who has been described as "the ultimate saloon singer", "the Mae West of Rock 'N' Roll", and "a real-live crooner"! She is Walton, Kentucky's very own Rachel Owen, a tremendous talent with a unique and magnetic musical style. Join us to learn about Rachel's life-long interest in music, as well as her background to date in Nash Vegas. And of course, you'll be treated to a couple of her terrific original tunes following our conversation. It promises to be a blast . . .and to get your hands on Rachel's most recent album, "Beautiful Things", simply visit her Bandcamp site by clicking here: https://rachelowen.bandcamp.com/releases.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so there's no better time to educate ourselves on this dreaded disease, while simultaneously educating ourselves on the various facets of radiology! We're gonna learn lots, and have fun learning, courtesy of Mrs. Christa Cole, Deaconess Hospital Henderson's operations manager in imaging and radiology. Christa will tell us who is most vulnerable to breast cancer, describe the mammogram process, and share with us the recommended frequency of this procedure. She'll also explain what sparked her interest in radiology, and detail the notable perks of this field as a long-term career path. Be informed and entertained . . .and should you have any questions about today's topics of discussion, don't hesitate to contact Christa via email at [email protected].

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Looking to make your home feel a bit more homey? Seeking out resources to build that dream home you've been longing for? My guest this week most certainly knows the people in the know, and she promotes them on a weekly basis via her television show! Her name is Kimberly Greenwell, and she proudly hosts "My Southern Home", airing each and every weekend in Louisville and Nashville. Kimberly also owns a media consulting firm. We'll learn about her diverse background, the inspiration behind her popular program, and her "My Southern Home University" course which is scheduled for November. Find out more about "My Southern Home", and watch clips from previous episodes, by clicking here to visit the web page: https://mysouthernhometv.com/. Additional info about Kimberly's consulting firm is also readily available through the website linked here: http://kagconsulting.com/.

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