Hey ya'll!! My name is R.K. Cox, and welcome to Central Kentucky Faces & Places! Not hard to guess, but this podcast is all about Lexington, KY and the surrounding area, the places and people that make this such an amazing place to live, work, and visit!
Nancy Cox is one of the most recognized journalist in the Central KY area. She is one of TEN brothers and sisters from a small town, and shares an incredible journey of overcoming fears to become Miss Kentucky, and continue into an undeniably successful career as a TV reporter and anchor. In this episode Nancy discusses growing up, being persistent, and some of her most memorable experiences in news.
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Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
23 Dec 2022
#6 - VisitLex Winter Update with Mary Quinn Ramer
VisitLex is Lexington's welcome center, visitors center, group event coordinators, and so much more! Mary Quinn Ramer is the President of VisitLex and was kind enough to chat about what all VisitLex does, and some places and things to do around the area this winter!
LINKS FOR VISITLEX:
Website: https://www.visitlex.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visitlex
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitlex/
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Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox
17 Dec 2022
#5 - Ryan and Sarah Reeber - Oak and Barrel Meats
Ryan and Sarah Reeber have such an interesting story! They both are from different parts of the country, met, started growing food in California, and now have recently began selling meet here in Washington County, Kentucky! How they love and care for their animals so that you can purchase the best product for your family is such a fantastic process. Not only do they sell great meat, they are so friendly, which we know is a common characteristic of everyone in our area!
LINKS FOR OAK AND BARREL MEATS
https://oakandbarrelmeats.com/
https://www.facebook.com/oakandbarrelmeats
https://www.instagram.com/oakandbarrelmeats/
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Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox
9 Dec 2022
#4 - Eileen Levy - The Well of Lexington
Eileen Levy is the director for The Well of Lexington. If you are unfamiliar with The Well, they provide safe housing, recovery, support, education, and healing for women and families exploited by sex trafficking. They do so much more than just find a safe place though, they take a hands on approach to making sure women are taken care of. They also, as Eileen talks about in this episode, try to help children BEFORE any bad life choices are made. PLEASE see the links below, and follow The Well's social media page.
LINKS FOR THE WELL
Website: https://thewelllexington.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewelloflexington/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewelllexington/
Eileen's email: execdir@thewelllexington.com
******If you are a victim of Human Trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline*****
1-888-373-7888
TTY: 711
DONATE TO THE WELL: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=5BQGAA4DCKKXS
AMAZON WISH LIST: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3DJ2GTWV8ADFQ/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
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Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces
Facebook: @ckyfp Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox
11 Nov 2022
#3 - Erin Goins - Bites of the Bluegrass
Erin Goins is the owner and tour guide for Bites of the Bluegrass which is an incredible walking tour of downtown Lexington or Danville. On the tour you will stop at some local restaurants while also getting a very detailed history of the area from Erin. Her knowledge of the area is second to none, and she loves perfecting her craft with constantly seeking more education for the tour. Check out her info below, and everyone she mentioned as well!!
LINKS FOR BITES OF THE BLUEGRASS:
Website: https://bitesofthebluegrass.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitesofthebluegrass/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitesofthebluegrass
Be sure to follow us as well!
Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces
Facebook: @ckyfp
Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Share the Magic Travel with Tiffany Cox
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareTheMagicTravelTiffanyCox
Episode Mentions:
Visit Lex - IG: @VisitLex
Smiley Pete Publishing - IG @Smileypetepublishing
Danville Visitor Center - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DanvilleBoyleCountyCVB
Pioneer Playhouse - IG @pioneerplayhouse
Heather Henson - IG @hensonbooks
Castle and Key - IG @castleandkey
Keeneland - IG @keeneland
Dry Stack Coffee House - IG @drystackcoffee
Downtown Lexington Partnership - IG @downtownlexpartnership
The Lex Today - IG @thelextoday
The Grove - IG @thegrovelex
Chef Greg Spaulding - IG @chef.spaulding
Salt & Vinegar - IG @saltnvinegarlex
Luna Food Truck - IG @luna_lexington
Harvey's Bar - IG @harveysbarlex
The Melodeon Event Space - IG @themelodeonlex
Nate's Coffee - IG @natescoffee
Laura Lou Patisserie - IG @lauraloupastry
She's So Single - IG @shessosingle
4 Nov 2022
#2 - James Weatherholt - Pending Media
James Weatherholt is the owner of Pending Media, one of the best real estate photography companies in Central Kentucky. James has such an unique way that he go into the business, which has led him to view, and photograph, some of the most beautiful homes in the area.
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Website: https://www.pending-media.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pending_media/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PendingMedia
Be sure to follow us as well!
Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces
Facebook: @ckyfp
Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor: Magical Inflatables -- IG: @Magicalinflatables -- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicalinflatables -- Website: https://magicalinflatables.godaddysites.com/
28 Oct 2022
#1 - Marie McLamb - Backroad Bluegrass Blog
Marie McLamb is the owner of the Backroad Bluegrass Blog which covers everything you want or need to know about Kentucky. She also runs the Bluegrass Creative Market which is a quarterly event held in Lexington with 50+ local vendors.
Backroad Bluegrass Blog: www.backroadbluegrass.com
Bluegrass Creative Market: https://www.facebook.com/events/462915089006535
Instagram and Facebook: @bluegrassblog & @bluegrass_creative_market
The next Bluegrass Creative Market is November 5th & 6th 2022 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. It is located at 326 Southland Drive in Lexington.
Be sure to follow us as well!
Instagram: @ckyfacesandplaces
Facebook: @ckyfp
Email: CentralKYFacesandPlaces@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor: Magical Inflatables -- IG: @Magicalinflatables -- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicalinflatables -- Website: https://magicalinflatables.godaddysites.com/
7 Oct 2022
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Central KY…. Known for so many things! My name is R.K. Cox, I am born and raised here, and this podcast is designed to highlight the people, places, and events that make this area so incredible! Every week I will discuss a different topic, and try to have as many guests as I can as well!
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