Best Jazmin Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Medical Cannabis During the Session & Louisville Policing Update 32:15

1h ago32:15

32:15

This week Jazmin explains several developments having to do with Louisville's policing, and Robert talks about changes to the medical cannabis system that passed during the legislative session.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Molly Gene Crain Interview + Session Ending & JCPS Busing Resolution 1:00:38

2d ago1:00:38

1:00:38

This week we kicked off our interviews with 2024 candidates by interviewing Molly Gene Crain, the candidate for Kentucky Senate in District 27. She spoke about her passion for public service, her reasons for running, and what she hopes to accomplish in Frankfort. Robert and Jazmin also discussed the end of the legislative session and the JCPS Schoo…

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The Vetoes So Far 29:05

9d ago29:05

29:05

This week, both Jazmin and Robert are sick, but still managed to do a show about Andy Beshear's vetoes this session so far.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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The Session is Basically Over 1:01:17

15d ago1:01:17

1:01:17

The last legislative day before the veto period has happened, so Robert and Jazmin recapped everything that passed which can survive Andy Beshear's veto, and everything that didn't pass. Plus, a deep dive into this biennium's budget.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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JCPS Bussing Changes and Legislative Update 21:52

23d ago21:52

21:52

Robert goes solo this week to discuss potential changes to the JCPS bussing scheme and gives a few legislative updates in the waning days before the veto period.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Three Big Bills 20:18

1M ago20:18

20:18

This week Robert talks through the progress HB 5 ("Safer Kentucky"), HB 2 (vouchers and charter schools), and SB 6 (anti-DEI) have made towards passage in the legislature, plus a few quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Session Catch Up with Allison Wiseman 55:04

1M ago55:04

55:04

This week Allison and Robert talk about 9 different bills making their way through the session.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Mitch McConnell, Anthony Piagentini, and IVF with Allison Wiseman 48:18

2M ago48:18

48:18

Allison Wiseman joins Robert to talk about Mitch McConnell's exit from Senate Leadership, Anthony Piagentini's trial, and IVF bills moving in the Kentucky legislature.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Bad Bills and James Comer 41:51

2M ago41:51

41:51

Jazmin and Robert break down 3 bad bill this week: child labor, "religious freedom," and guns in school. Then Robert brings an update about James Comer and his embarrassing attempts to impeach Joe Biden.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Sarah Cole McIntosh on JCPS 47:09

2M ago47:09

47:09

This week Robert and Jazmin welcomed Sarah Cole McIntosh to the show to discuss JCPS and several of the legislative session's bills regarding the school district. Before that, Jazmin and Robert updated a few bills making their way through the legislature.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Rep. Lindsey Burke Shares Her Abortion Story 1:15:55

2M ago1:15:55

1:15:55

This week Allison Wiseman and Robert welcome Rep. Lindsey Burke who shared her abortion and birth stories, as well as told us about all her efforts to expand abortion access in Kentucky. Before speaking to her, Allison and Robert talked about some good bills being pushed by Republicans as well as a few that aren't so great.…

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The Budget Has Passed The House and other stories 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

The budget bills (HB 1 and HB 6) have passed the house. Robert talked about last second changes to the house bills, and Jazmin went through several other bills making their way through the legislature this week.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Kaylee Raymer on HB 5 48:47

3M ago48:47

48:47

This week we invited Kaylee Raymer of KY Policy to talk about HB 5 and how it is moving along in the legislature. She provided insights into changes the bill experienced this week and also efforts to make the bill less bad. Before speaking with her, Jazmin and Robert talked about other bills in the legislature, plus a few updates about KDP and the …

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Cassie Chambers Armstrong Talks about the Diaper Tax, plus Budget Analysis 1:05:13

3M ago1:05:13

1:05:13

Sen. Cassie Chambers Armstrong joins us this week to talk about her bill to remove the sales tax on diapers. We talked about how she built a bipartisan coalition to support the bill and her hope to get it passed this session. During the first part of the show Robert and Jazmin talked about the House Republican budget which was released last week, a…

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Four Good Bills, Four Bad Bills 50:22

3M ago50:22

50:22

Robert and Jazmin dive into 8 bills making their way through the Kentucky legislature -- four of them are good, four of them are bad.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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THE AMERICAN DREAM | The Full Story | Charlie Crick & The Crick Process 1:32:34

3M ago1:32:34

1:32:34

This is a very special episode as it takes us through the fascinating story of Charlie Crick, an 800m athlete from Kent who has been on quite the journey. At a young age, Charlie was incredibly talented on and off the track, gaining a 100% scholarship to a top UK Secondary/High school as well as topping the UK rankings for 1500m. Through his teenag…

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Jazmin’s Return, The Session is Underway, and The Filing Deadline has Passed 55:24

3M ago55:24

55:24

Jazmin's back in this one as she and Robert discuss the filing deadline and who is running for which office, the legislative session, which is now underway, and the state of the commonwealth. Plus more!By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Previews for Filing Deadline and Legislative Session 26:51

4M ago26:51

26:51

The session kicks off today (1/2) and the filing deadline is a few days away. While there are still lots of news to be made on both fronts, Robert talked about both issues on this episode.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Phily Bowden - How To Run A Fast Marathon & Generate Youtube Revenue 48:08

4M ago48:08

48:08

This week's episode is with 2h29 Elite Marathon runner Phily Bowden. Phily is a great example of an athlete who has worked her way through the age groups and competed in every event from the hurdles to the 800m before moving to the longer distances of 5k, 10k and Marathon. Her journey is not only inspiring but incredibly relatable. Phily share the …

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How the Legislature Works 36:14

4M ago36:14

36:14

This week Robert is on his own -- he spends a bit of time talking about the turnover in the Kentucky legislature, and then refreshes for listeners how the Kentucky legislature works. The session begins in just over a week!By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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The Distance Project - Secrets to Building Your Personal Brand (Callum Elson) 52:10

4M ago52:10

52:10

🚨 THE POD IS BACK The first episode in 18 months and it was a cracker!! In this episode, @the.distanceproject discusses the need to have evidence of success in order to progress! However, Callum also dives into what you can do if you’re not yet in the Top 10 nationally! If you're interested in learning more about how to make money in athletics, you…

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Inauguration Day Updates 16:05

4M ago16:05

16:05

Robert goes solo today to discuss stories about charter schools in the courts, JCPS bussing, and an abortion lawsuit that might be getting underway.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Local Government Moves, a League of Women Voters Study, and a change to the Crime Bill Framework 49:01

5M ago49:01

49:01

This week Matt Erwin joins Robert to talk about several items that made news last week, including some moves in local government in Louisville and Covington, a study into the legislature of Kentucky by the League of Women Voters, and a change to the crime bill framework that was proposed by Louisville House Republicans.…

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Guest Host Matt Erwin 1:00:20

5M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

This week Robert and Matt Erwin discuss this week's news including a train derailment in Rockcastle County, new insights into the Old National Bank mass shooter, Josie Raymond deciding to run for Metro Council, Hunter Biden offering to testify publicly before Jamie Comer's committee, and Mac Brown leaving the Republican Party of Kentucky. Plus, at …

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Happy Thanksgiving 24:00

5M ago24:00

24:00

Our special guest this week is Jazmin Smith! While she's still in the midst of rehearsals for her play, she checked in with us this holiday week to talk about the election and other news items which have popped up during her absence.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Anti-Displacement Ordinance, Piagentini Committee, and Bus Driver Sickout 46:56

5M ago46:56

46:56

Robert and Kate Turner discuss three different Louisville-centric stories this week: the anti-displacement ordinance that passed Metro Council 25-0, the charging committee which will look into the issues surrounding Anthony Piagentini, and the sickout of JCPS bus drivers.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Andy Beshear Has Been Reelected 50:23

5M ago50:23

50:23

Andy Beshear won reelection, but Republicans won the races otherwise. Kate Turner and Robert Kahne unpack what it all means, and what the future might hold for lots of the folks on the ballot this election season.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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2023 Election Preview 48:51

6M ago48:51

48:51

This week Kate Turner joined Robert to discuss the 2023 Election, which will be in the books the next time the podcast is published. In addition to the election, Kate and Robert discussed the UAW's tentative agreement with Ford and a ruling at the Supreme Court of Kentucky. If you are looking to volunteer for the coordinated Democratic campaign, th…

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Anthony Piagentini Found Guilty By Ethics Commission 44:49

6M ago44:49

44:49

This week is our last with guest host Allison Wiseman, who talked to us this week about an ethics committee's conviction of Anthony Piagentini, and what might result from it. Robert talked about Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg's state budget request, and there are some quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Adrielle Camuel for State Representative 1:11:24

6M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

Adrielle Camuel joined Robert and Allison Wiseman this week. They spoke about why she decided to run for this office, the process of her selection and the fallout, and what she hopes to be able to accomplish in Frankfort. Prior to the interview, Allison recapped the two debates that happened last week, and Robert talked about the UAW strike coming …

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Sierra Enlow for Agriculture Commissioner 29:45

6M ago29:45

29:45

Sierra Enlow was kind enough to call Robert and discuss her run for Commissioner of Agriculture. She had a lot to say about why she was running, who she's been meeting, and why she's the most qualified candidate for the job.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Kim Reeder for Auditor 1:11:30

6M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Kim Reeder is the Democratic candidate for Auditor of Public Accounts and she spoke to us about why she is running, her incredible story, and her background (which may make her the most qualified person to ever run for the office). Before the interview, Allison Wiseman and Robert spoke about the recent Kentucky Family Foundation policy conference a…

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A Major Crime Bill Introduced 34:09

7M ago34:09

34:09

This week Robert and Jazmin discussed a massive proposal to make Kentucky's criminal justice system more punitive, as well as multiple quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Governor’s Race Ad Wars and Louisville Merger Analysis 46:08

7M ago46:08

46:08

This week Robert and Jazmin break down the different ads that have been released by the two gubernatorial campaigns, and look into a report recommending changes to Louisville and Jefferson County's merger.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Col. Pam Stevenson for Attorney General 57:35

7M ago57:35

57:35

This week MOKP interviewed Col. Pam Stevenson, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General. She talked to us about why she's running, what she hopes to accomplish in the seat, and how different parts of her life experiences inform how she will govern. Before that, Robert and Jazmin discussed the latest KREF campaign finance reporting, and address…

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A Break in the Crystal Rogers Case 37:54

8M ago37:54

37:54

No guest this week, but Robert and Jazmin talked about an update in the 8-year saga of the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, which just saw it's first arrest. Then, the pair discussed some drama in the special election in House District 93.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Sebastian Kitchen Talks About the Campaign 38:05

8M ago38:05

38:05

This week we welcomed Sebastian Kitchen, the executive director of the Kentucky Democratic Party, to the show. He told us about all the efforts the party is undertaking to reelected Andy Beshear and elect other Democrats this year, about next year's election, and about the next party reorganization. It was a great conversation! Before that, we talk…

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Rep. Tina Bojanowski on JCPS 1:08:13

8M ago1:08:13

1:08:13

Dr. Tina Bojanowski is a JCPS teacher and member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, so we asked her on to talk to us about JCPS's recent issues with bussing. She shared with us about her experience this year as a legislator and teacher as well as her history with the district and how Frankfort is likely to intervene in JCPS in the coming ses…

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Special Episode: Buddy Wheatley 23:09

8M ago23:09

23:09

It's a special Thursday edition! Robert interviews Buddy Wheatley about his run for Secretary of State: why he's running, what he hopes to accomplish, and what he's learned about the state during his run.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Cameron and Beshear Education Plans with Kate Turner 52:47

8M ago52:47

52:47

Robert and Kate Turner talk this week about dueling education plans published by Andy Beshear and Daniel Cameron, as well as an explosive harassment scandal in the Attorney General's office.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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JCPS Transportation Catastrophe 44:45

8M ago44:45

44:45

This week, most of the show focused on the troubled start to the school year for JCPS. Robert dug into what happened, why it happened, and what might happen in the future. Jazmin shared her insights into the UPS contract situation, where workers are in the midst of deciding whether to approve a historic contract.…

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Michael Bowman Interview, Education Issues, and a Letter from UK 1:00:39

9M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

This week we interviewed Michael Bowman, the Democratic candidate for Treasurer. He talked to us about what he's learned since his run for Treasurer in 2019, how he's approaching this year's campaign, and his sense of the energy on the campaign trail. Before that, Robert and Jazmin talked about Jason Glass's departure from Kentucky, JCPS's final po…

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Cherlynn Stevenson Interview & Daniel Cameron Picks Robby Mills 47:38

9M ago47:38

47:38

Robert flies solo today and brings us a show about Daniel Cameron's selection of Robby Mills as Daniel Cameron's running mate and Craig Greenberg's selection of Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel as the LMPD chief. Afterwards, he talks to House Democratic Caucus Chair Cherlynn Stevenson about her elevation to leadership, her multiple close elections, and th…

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Cassie Chambers Armstrong 46:13

9M ago46:13

46:13

This week Jazmin and Robert interviewed Cassie Chambers Armstrong, the Kentucky Senator for District 19. She spoke about her decision to run for Senate, her experience in her first session, and her hopes for future sessions of the legislature. Before interviewing her, there were a few news items. No show next week! We are going on vacation!…

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What’s Daniel Cameron Been Up To? 40:57

10M ago40:57

40:57

Jazmin takes a look at several small stories about Daniel Cameron and Robert and she put together the story he is trying to tell voters as the campaign moves forward. Robert recaps a big series on hemp by the Herald-Leader, and there are several quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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SB 150 Blocked, Donald Trump Coming to Kentucky, and More 51:02

10M ago51:02

51:02

This week Jazmin and Robert discussed four stories: a federal court's decision to block implementation of parts of SB 150, Donald Trump's (and Daniel Cameron's) appearance at Eric Deters' Freedom Fest this fall, the dismissal of an abortion lawsuit, and the match up for the special election in HD 93.…

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Campaign Finance Drama, Louisville Metro Budget, an an embarassment from Kentucky Today (with Emilie McKiernan) 50:54

10M ago50:54

50:54

This week Emilie McKiernan joined Robert to talk through drama about campaign finance from both the Beshear and the Cameron campaigns this week. Then, we talk about Louisville Metro's budget, which passed unanimously this week, and then we end the show by talking about an embarrassing article from Kentucky Today.…

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We Don’t Know What To Think about the Louisville Urban League 37:14

10M ago37:14

37:14

This week Jazmin digs into a lawsuit filed by Dr. Kish Kumi Price against her former employer, the Louisville Urban League. From what we know now, it's hard to say what to think! In addition, Robert talked about Lexington's budget, which passed this week. Finally, there were plenty of quick hits to talk about.…

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They Messed Up SB 150 36:10

11M ago36:10

36:10

This week Jazmin explains to us new guidance around SB 150, where the Kentucky Department of Education uncovered that legislators used the word "or" when they probably meant to use "and." In addition, Robert brings a lot of quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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LGBTQ+ Pride in Kentucky 44:41

11M ago44:41

44:41

This week Jazmin took us on a journey to learn the often joyful history of LGBTQ+ folks here in Kentucky. LGBTQ+ people have always been with us and have had a significant impact on our state through the years, and Jazmin showed us when and how. Robert talked this week about the Lexington growth boundary changes and a few quick hits.…

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