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Barnes Family Murder Part 2 Mar 23, 2022

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We finish up our coverage of the 1973 Barnes Family Murder on Russell Cave Road. You’ll hear all the details about the murder, the aftermath, and the one surviving member of the family. Listener discretion advised.

Barnes Family Murder Part 1 Feb 23, 2022

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Barnes Family Murder on Russell Cave Road // KY's Potty-Mouthed Congressman // Downtown Soccer Stadium // National No-Fly List // New Hyped Biscuit Spot in Lex // Horse Doping // German Food & Movie Recommendation // Horse Girls on Lexington Tinder

Town Branch & Kentucky Constables Feb 16, 2022

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The History of Town Branch -- Stream, Trail, Bourbon, and Park // Kentucky Constables // Local Recommendations

McConnell Springs & Porch Pirates Feb 06, 2022

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The Founding of Lexington // Kentucky Porch Pirates // Ranking the Local Meteorologists // Korean Cuisine in Lexington

Season 2 Finale! Jan 26, 2022

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In our Season 2 finale, we talk all the big plans we have for our upcoming Season 3 which premieres Sunday, February 6, 2022! We’re changing up the format of our episodes to bring you MORE Lexington history, true crime, and important local info in a very consistent way. The true crime case for Season 3 is announced, and we try out our new segment called “Dinner and a Show."

Turpin Homicide Part 9 - The Aftermath Jan 17, 2022

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Final installment of the Michael Turpin homicide series. We take a close look at the aftermath of that tragic night in February of 1986. In the nearly 36 years since Michael Turpin’s murder, three people have been incarcerated and families continue to mourn. There have been dramatic parole hearings, eye-opening letters of intent, extensive and continuous press coverage, an inmate conspiracy plot, and a lot of public opinion about prison reform in regards to this case. Oh, and stay tuned at the end of the episode for a breakdown of what’s to come in Season 3! We're very, very excited about Season 3.

Turpin Homicide Part 8 Jan 10, 2022

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On September 25, 1986, after a month-long trial, the prosecution and the defense rest. It’s up to a jury of eight women and four men to determine the fate of Elizabeth Turpin and Karen Brown.

Turpin Homicide Part 7 Jan 02, 2022

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After two confessions and the death penalty on the table, Lexington braces itself for the “Trial of the Decade” in September of 1986--it's Keith vs. Karen vs. Elizabeth. The press and the public couldn’t get enough of the fiery prosecutors, steamy love letters, surprising diary entries, ironclad evidence, and shocking betrayals on the witness stand.

Railbird 2021 & 'Out and About' Lexington Sep 19, 2021

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Our full Railbird 2021 review, as well as a robust "Out & About" segment where we talk up our latest favorite places to eat, drink, and play in Lexington, KY!

Turpin Homicide Part 6 with Fran Root & David Lyons! Sep 01, 2021

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We sit down with the lead detective of the Turpin homicide, Ret. Assistant Police Chief Fran Root, to discuss details of the case. Of course, we couldn't NOT ask about his time on the force during the famed Bluegrass Conspiracy days, too. Ret. Commander David Lyons of the incredible "Murder Police Podcast" also joins us to discuss forensic advancements and just how much Lexington has changed over the years from a cop's perspective.

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