Left In Kentucky: Recent Episodes
Indivisible NKY District 4
We are joined by constitutional law expert Chris Polito. Chris (he/him) is currently the acting director of Student Success at Chase Law School. Before joining Chase he was a public defender throughout Kentucky.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson.
We are back at it after a year off. Run for cover and spread the word.
We have a new segment called, "I Heard a Rumor" along with our Cow Patties and Bullhorns.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Ann Dickerson, and Amy Ferguson
https://legislature.ky.gov/Public%20Services/GIS%20contents/C1278B01%20%2822RS-SB3%29.pdf
https://lehman4kentucky.org/
https://charlesbooker.org/
The opinions expressed in this show are our own.
This week we have lots of fun with one of our favorite people, political satirist Missy Spears. This episode is a bit of a roast with strong language. We poke fun at a number of issues and a few people. We hope you enjoy this little change up from our normal fare. This is definitely NSFW, so headphones on!
We will be on hiatus during the month of April. See you in May!
Deadline to sign up for Ky Democratic Party Reorganization voting is April 12! Get involved and make help make the party better (or at least bigger).
- Online at https://kydemocrats.org/2021-reorg/precinct-member/
- Hotline 833-468-6835
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
We discuss the Kentucky Democratic Party Reorganization with the Executive Director of the KDP, Mary Nishimuta.
https://kydemocrats.org/2021-reorg/
Hotline 833-468-6835
Information sessions March 20, 30, and April 8. Links can be found at the KDP website link above.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
Tony Potochnik speaks with us about the Citizens Climate Lobby and their efforts to convince congress to pass a carbon fee.
https://citizensclimatelobby.org/
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
This week we talk with Jeff Richardson about the 3R Fund for Immigrants emergency relief campaign and the Esperanza Center.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/3r-fund-for-immigrants-emergency-relief-campaign
https://www.esperanzanky.org/
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
Ryan Salzman is a political scientist and a professor at Northern Kentucky University. We talk about the 2021 Kentucky General Assembly and some of the bills including expanding voting access. You can contact Ryan at SalzmanR1@nku.edu
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
Buddy Wheatley from district 65 in Kenton County joins us this week to discuss the 2021 General Assembly.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
We speak with Rep. Rachel Roberts (67) about the second part of General Assembly 2021 and why contacting your legislators is so important.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
Our guests today are Kaylynne Glover, President of Kentuckians for Science Education and Trent Garrison, President of Kentucky Academy of Science. They talk about their efforts to expand acceptance of Science in Kentucky and how you can help!
https://kyscience.org/
https://kyscied.wordpress.com/
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
In our season premiere episode, we are honored to have State Representative Joni Jenkins on our show. We discuss the current legislative session as well as security of our legislators and the capitol.
Hosted by: Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
This week we talk to Jim Fiorelli who is running for state senate in District 11 (Boone County).
- https://jimky2020.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/JAFiorelli/
Hosted by: Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson
In this episode we discuss the Kentucky primary results and offer some advice for campaigns working towards the general election in November.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.
Since we talked a little about my campaign for Kentucky State Representative, you can find more information at www.roberto4ky.com and on social media @roberto4ky
Our guest this time is Ryan Salzman, Political Science Professor at Northern Kentucky University and Bellevue, Kentucky City Council member. We discuss the US Senate race in Kentucky as well as some predictions on the outcome.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.
This week we talk with Kentucky State Representative Attica Scott from District 41 in Louisville. We talk about 2020 GA, the interim session, 2020 census, 2020 elections, and about the murder of Breonna Taylor.
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.
- http://atticascott4ky.com/
- https://legislature.ky.gov/
- https://legislature.ky.gov/Legislators/Pages/Legislator-Profile.aspx?DistrictNumber=41
- https://2020census.gov/
No guest this week. We hand out our cow patties and two bullhorns!
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.
This week we talk with newly elected Kentucky State Representative Rachel Roberts from District 67 in northern Campbell County.
- https://www.rachelforkentucky.com/
- https://legislature.ky.gov/Legislators/Pages/Legislator-Profile.aspx?DistrictNumber=67
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez, Amy Ferguson, and Ann Dickerson.
This week we talk with Jeff Grammer about his campaign for Kentucky House of Representatives in district 36
- http://grammer4house.com/
- @grammer4house
Hosted by Roberto Henriquez and Amy Ferguson
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-TALK (8255)
- https://www.glaad.org/transgender/resources
- National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) (advocacy)
- Transgender Law Center (TLC) (legal services and advocacy)
- Gender Proud (advocacy)
- Sylvia Rivera Law Project (SRLP) (legal services)
- Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (TLDEF) (legal services)
- Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) (advocacy)
- Trans People of Color Coalition (TPOCC) (advocacy)
- Trans Women of Color Collective (TWOCC) (advocacy)
- Black Trans Advocacy (advocacy)
- Trans Latina Coalition (advocacy)
- Gender Spectrum (support for families, trans youth, and educators)
- Gender Diversity (support for families, trans youth, and educators)
- Trans Youth Equality Federation (support for families and trans youth)
- Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA) (support for families and trans youth)
- TransTech Social Enterprises (economic empowerment)
- SPART*A (advocacy for trans military service members)
- Transgender American Veterans Association (advocacy for trans veterans)
- TransAthlete.com (info about trans athletes)
- TransLife Center at Chicago House (support services)
Transgender Programs at LGBT Organizations * GLAAD's Transgender Media Program (media advocacy) * Freedom for All Americans (policy and legislative advocacy) * PFLAG Our Trans Loved Ones (support for families of people who are trans) * PFLAG Transgender Resources (resources for trans people and their families) * PFLAG's Transgender Ally campaign (advocacy) * COLAGE Kids of Trans Community (support for kids of trans parents) * The Task Force's Transgender Civil Rights Project (advocacy) * HRC's transgender resources (advocacy) * Gender Identity Project at the NYC LGBT Center (support services) * American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) (legal services) * Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) Transgender Rights Project (legal services) * National Center for Lesbian Rights - Transgender Law (legal services) * L.A. LGBT Center's Transgender Economic Empowerment Project (economic empowerment) * SF Transgender Economic Empowerment Initiative (economic empowerment)
TransJustice at the Audre Lorde Project (advocacy)
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.