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Aaron and Kimberly check in with Senate candidate number four in our series - former state rep and Andy Beshear official, Charles Booker. But FIRST, Aaron brings us an Earth Day roundup of Kentucky news (good and bad) for our planet. #ColonelsOfTruth TAKE ACTION - Help us #FlipThe6thWe're ONE MONTH from the primary - check out the four candidates who've all pledged to run positive campaigns and come together to support the ultimate nominee:https://www.progressky.org/candidates We've got Willie Carver, Jr. joining us May 4th for our First Monday Volunteer night, sharing what we should know about rural voters - http://progressky.org/monday Donate! http://www.progressky.org/donate-flip-6th NEWS OF THE WEEK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/20/democrat-jacqueline-coleman-announces-2027-run-for-kentucky-governor/ https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article315486346.html AARON'S ENVIRO ROUNDUP:https://www.lexingtonky.gov/government/departments-programs/environmental-quality-public-works/environmental-services/urban-forestry/reforest-bluegrass https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/16/a-bright-spot-for-conservation-funding-in-kentucky/ https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/15/repub/forest-service-shake-up-will-boost-states-role-but-even-supporters-have-concerns/ https://kyheartwood.org/forest-blog/general-update/u-s-forest-service-withdraws-controversial-jellico-vegetation-management-project/ https://www.weku.org/the-commonwealth/2026-04-21/beshear-releases-funding-to-address-water-issues-in-martin-county https://www.wkyt.com/2026/03/05/lexington-council-advances-solar-project-decommissioned-landfill-eastern-fayette-county/ INTERVIEW: Charles Bookerhttps://charlesbooker.org/ #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 250 was kinda produced by Aaron & kinda produced by Parker Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron & Nate check in on the final moments of #KYGA26 and then connect with State Representative, Col. Pamela Stevenson & hear her take on this year's session, and why SHE thinks Trump fired all her JAG colleagues before starting his illegal regime-change war of choice in Iran, as she runs for Mitch's open Senate seat. #ColonelsOfTruth!NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article315423979.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/13/ethics-complaint-against-ky-lawmaker-alleges-improper-payments-from-lobbying-interests/INTERVIEW: KY State Representative, Col. Pam Stevensonhttps://www.stevensonforsenate.com/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 255 was produced by Parker WilliamsTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron, Chris and Kim get an update on the inadequate Kentucky budget from Rep. Chad Aull, then connect with Amy McGrath on her run for the Dem nomination for Kentucky's open senate seat and her plans to make it competitive. CALL TO ACTION:Join our campaign to FLIP THE 6TH!http://www.progressky.org/donate-flip-6thhttp://www.progressky.org/mondayPass the Eviction Expungement Bill in the final days of #KYGA26 Call 1-800-372-7181 (Spanish: 1-866-840-6574), Monday - Friday, 7 am to 6 pm ET. Tell them: “I would like to leave a message for all Senators: The House passed the eviction expungement bill 95-0, but the senate ignored it as part of omnibus bill SB 9. Urgently advocate Senate Leadership to pass HB 338 on April 14.”NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/beshear-vetoes-bill-blocking-kentuckians-from-suing-pesticide-makers/https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/SB199.html#actionshttps://www.theedgebereaky.com/ekpc-cannot-build-big-hill-line-through-berea-college-forest-judge-rules/https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/kentucky-republican-calls-for-mcconnells-statue-to-be-added-to-state-capitol-rotunda/INTERVIEW: Rep. Chad Aullhttps://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B3nuCSmgM/INTERVIEW: Amy McGrathhttps://amymcgrath.com/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 254 was produced by Parker WilliamsTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron, Dr. Clardy and Kimberly recap NoKYngs & catch up with Logan Forsythe, and hear about his campaign for the Democratic nomination for Kentucky's 2026 Senate race.#ColonelsOfTruth #Progress KentuckyNO KYNGS!Lex: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dvwx9iCh2/Whit Whitaker, speaking for veterans: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16Q5oLN2BF/Lex March: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17JKcRfDra/Lou: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GC8etQe9Y/Murray: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CLUFPWY3o/NKY: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CV9ub4K5M/NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/04/01/kentucky-state-university-makeover-clears-legislature-after-house-oks-changes-to-bill/INTERVIEW: Logan Forsythe, Candidate for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate from KYhttps://loganforsythe.com/https://youtu.be/pdIOz6a4y34?si=BdSrBrKotdMwEflz#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 253 was kinda produced by AaronTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Kim catch up with Willie Edward Taylor Carver, Jr. about his AMAZING new book, "Tore All to Pieces," and check in with Rep. Adam Moore on what's up in the final days of #KYGA26 in Frankfort. The Colonels also hear from Cameron Anderson, with the Welcome Home Kentucky campaign and their efforts to pass HB 338 and help more people get housing across our commonwealth. Busy #ColonelsOfTruth this week! CALL TO ACTION:Get to NO KINGS on Saturday - Lexington details here:https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/901016/?utm_source=ProKYSee the full map and find the closest protest (of 38 KY events!) near YOU http://www.progressky.org/no-kings CAMPAIGN CORNER:Cameron Anderson, WHK Campaign https://welcomehomekentucky.org/Call 1-800-372-7181 (1-866-840-6574 for Spanish) immediately!! 7 am - 6 pm ET. Ask your Senator and the Senate Judiciary to vote YES on HB 338, the eviction expungement bill CAPITAL CORNER: Rep. Adam Moorehttps://www.kydeservesmoore.com/ INTERVIEW: Willie Carver, JrAuthor of "Tore All to Pieces"See Willlie at Carmichael's in Louisville - 4/7/26https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/willie-edward-taylor-carver-jr-presents-tore-all-piecesBUY IT! https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/book/9781985903708 #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 252 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron, Kim and Nate cover news from #KYGA26 and then check in with Russell Allen, from the Kentucky Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty about SB251, an effort to reestablish the death penalty in Kentucky.#ColonelsOfTruth @ProgressKentucky No Kings! March 28th - Find the most convenient event for you here: http://www.progressky.org/no-kings BITIN' LIST:Aaron - Markwayne Mullin (for forcing us to acknowledge Senator Rand Paul was fairly on point during today's hearing)https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5789478-rand-paul-markwayne-mullin-dhs/Nate - Not Jamie Comer? Or maybe Jamie Comer - what happened with Pam Bondi's subpoena? https://www.rawstory.com/pam-bondi-2676308907/Kim - Anyone directing this danger, ill-planned war of choice NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/bill-blocking-kentuckians-from-suing-pesticide-makers-splits-house-gop-but-still-advances/https://www.facebook.com/reel/1275628507830075https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/kentucky-house-advances-bill-protecting-gun-industry-from-lawsuits/https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/17/ky-gop-supermajority-overrides-beshear-veto-of-education-grants-fueled-by-us-tax-credit/https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/op-ed/article315072648.htmlhttps://thegallerypass.substack.com/p/sneaky-backdoor-charters INTERVIEW: Russell Allen, KY Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty Call the legislative comment line at1-800-372-7181 Ask the HOUSE to OPPOSE SB 251https://www.instagram.com/officialkcadp/ #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 251 was produced by Parker Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Chris share the KY political news of the weak, including Trump in NKY, and then get #KYGA26 updates from our friends with Kentucky Center for Economic Policy and the Kentucky Conservation Committee - it's a great week to tune in to #ColonelsOfTruthCALL TO ACTION:http://www.progressky.org/no-kingshttps://www.progressky.org/mondayBuy us some stamps!!https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/09/pentagon-identifies-seventh-soldier-to-have-died-in-iran-war-from-kentucky/https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314967543.htmlhttps://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314997002.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/ky-elections-board-moves-for-dismissal-of-us-justice-department-suit-seeking-voter-data/INTERVIEW 1: Lane Boldman, KY Conservation Committee https://kyconservation.org/upcoming-eventsINTERVIEW 2: Jason Bailey, KY Center for Economic Policy https://kypolicy.org/hb-500-house-budget-affect-on-seek-payments-to-schools/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 250 was kinda produced by Aaron & kinda produced by ParkerTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Dr. Clardy dig in on the current war on progress with professor and author of the new book, "The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea," David Oppenheimer, then get an update on #KYGA26 from Rep. Adrielle Camuel. #ColonelsOfTruth NO KINGS! www.progressky.org/no-kings Flip the 6th! https://www.progressky.org/monday Donate to the cause! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stamps BITIN' LIST:Dr. Clardy - Sect of "War" Pete HegsethAaron - KY Sen. Gex Williams and his most recent anti LGBTQ+ legislationhttps://queerkentucky.com/kentucky-sb-351-gex-williams-transgender-teacher-ban/ NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314855923.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/03/03/proposed-makeover-of-utility-regulator-met-with-warnings-consumers-would-lose-their-voice/ INTERVIEW: Prof. David B. Oppenheimer, author of "The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea" https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-diversity-principle-the-story-of-a-transformative-idea-david-b-oppenheimer/917e152ccf168887 CAPITAL CORNER: Rep. Adrielle Camuel CALL TO ACTION:Call the switchboard!!! 1-800-372-7181Oppose SB 8 - Urge full Senate to opposeSupport HB755 - Help form unions in private employers! Support HB346 - Help our workforce Support HB 380 - Create important crypto protections!! Call full house! #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 249 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Kim and Aaron connect with the League of Women Voters of Kentucky regarding the restoration of voting rights and other legislation they're watching in #KYGA26 and then hear from State Representative Adam Moore on the budget, food stamps and independent voters. #ColonelsOfTruthFLIP THE 6TH - Join the campaign: Lexington Postcarding Night, Mon. March 2nd https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/870258/Richmond Postcarding Event, Sat. March 7th https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/888815/Donate to the Stamp Fund! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNO KINGS - Save the date!https://www.nokings.org/?SQF_SOURCE=prokyVolunteer with ProKY! [email protected] OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314759611.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/24/kentucky-would-opt-into-federal-plan-for-private-school-tuition-aid-under-gop-bill/https://theinteriorjournal.com/2026/02/22/bill-requiring-dna-sample-passes-house/CAMPAIGN CORNER: Margie Charasika, LWVKY Restoration of Voting Rights, Chairhttps://www.lwvky.org/legislativeadvocacyINTERVIEW: Rep. Adam Moore https://www.kydeservesmoore.com/home#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 248 was ably produced by Nate OrshanTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.comProgress Kentucky is a member of the Indivisible network, Commonground Kentucky Action, and the Forward Kentucky network.

Aaron, Kim and Nate connect with two HS public education advocates about the ...interesting... approach to KY schools from the General Assembly... and their NEW BOOK. Also, we get a GA update from Fairness Campaign's Chris Hartman! #ColonelsOfTruth #ColonelsOfTruth #ProgressKentucky NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/18/ky-senate-committee-backs-bill-to-restore-voting-rights-to-some-with-felony-convictions/Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to SUPPORT SB 80 and Restoring Voter Rights! https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/18/floridas-desantis-jabs-back-at-beshear-while-in-ky-to-push-balanced-budget-amendment/Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to OPPOSE a dangerous constitutional convention! CAMPAIGN CORNER: Chris Hartman, KY Fairness Campaign SB 72 - Healthcare Discrimination Bill! Call 800-372-7181 and tell your House Member to OPPOSE!Join the Fairness Lobby Day and Rally - 2/25/26 Details and RSVP: https://fairness.org/Rally INTERVIEW: Kentucky Student Voice Team - Lucy Carter and Maggie DonworthSB114 - Ends School Board Democracy in Lou & Lex! Call 800-372-7181 and tell your lawmakers to OPPOSE!Get the KSVT book ksvt.org/rose/bookLearn more at www.ksvt.org & RSVP for the event in Danville at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981552926144?aff=oddtdtcreator. Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 247 was produced by Parker Williams Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron, Kim & Chris cover more Massie-Epstein political news out of our Commonwealth, as well as an update on the KY Senate race polls and then check in with writer and gun safety advocate Teri Carter. #ColonelsOfTruth BITIN' LISTS:https://tchilders.lnk.to/bitinlistliveChris: Pam BondiKim: KY State Senator, Dr. Donald Douglashttps://www.wuky.org/wuky-news/2026-02-11/medical-conscience-bill-revives-debate-over-patient-and-provider-protections…and Trumphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyBGINq9icIAaron: KY State Rep. Mark Hart https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/house-tries-again-to-make-water-fluoridation-optional-in-kentucky/ NEWS OF THE WEAK:New polls on statewide senate race: https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314596139.htmlKY Epstein Connections:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314634527.htmlMassie Goes After Bondi on Epstein:https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-you-are-responsible-gop-rep-massie-tells-bondi-on-epstein-files INTERVIEW: Teri Carter, KY Writer and Gun Safety Advocatehttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/10/a-low-bar-for-andy-barr-and-kentuckys-us-senate-campaign/https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/01/22/got-thoughts-about-letting-18-year-olds-conceal-carry-kentucky-house-doesnt-want-to-hear-them/ #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! http://progressky.org/ Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_ky Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK Facebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky Episode 246 was kinda produced by Aaron Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Dr. Clardy share new developments in the Grossberg affair, AG Colman's broken clock moment for EKY ratepayers, then we talk with one of Louisville’s state representatives, and an important immigration leader in our commonwealth, State Representative Nima Kulkarni. Big week on #ColonelsOfTruthDeep Breath on Election Theft - ICYMI - Interview with UK Law Prof & Election Law Expert Josh Douglas: https://www.youtube.com/live/VjidOcG8uys?si=ptTPqYf2usVNIKCK&t=1546TAKE ACTION:Madison County Flip the 6th event Saturday: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/888815/ProKY Workshop on Nonviolence: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/896017/Flip the 6th Lex - First Monday: https://www.progressky.org/mondaySupport the Stamp Fund: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://thegallerypass.substack.com/p/damn-danielhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/04/saying-kentucky-power-reliably-turns-a-profit-ag-urges-rejecting-rate-increase/INTERVIEW: State Rep. Nima Kulkarni Louisville’s State House District 40, Director of the New Americans Initiativehttps://newamericansinitiative.org/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 245 was kinda produced by AaronTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Nema tackle the heavy news of the week, and how KY's delegation responded, then we check in on #KYGA26 with one of Frankfort's most committed abortion advocates, Lexington State Representative Lindsey Burke. #ColonelsOfTruth #ProgressKentucky #FlipThe6th CALL TO ACTION: Join our campaign to Flip the 6th:⁠ https://www.progressky.org/monday ⁠DONATE to Flip the 6th:⁠ https://secure.actblue.com/donate/flipkentucky6/⁠ NEWS OF THE WEAK: ⁠https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/trump-praises-kentuckys-comer-after-suggesting-ice-should-be-removed-from-minnesota/ ⁠⁠https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314425985.html⁠ INTERVIEW: State Representative Lindsey Burke ⁠https://lindseyburke.com/⁠ https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/op-ed/article314473782.html #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Join us! ⁠http://progressky.org/⁠ Support us! ⁠https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progressky ⁠Live Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/⁠ and on YouTube ⁠http://bit.ly/progress_ky⁠ Listen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: ⁠https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylK⁠ Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠@progressky⁠⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ ⁠ Bluesky - ⁠⁠@progressky.org ⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/progressky⁠ Episode 244 was kinda produced by Aaron Theme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at ⁠http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron and Kim cover breaking political news from our commonwealth, including our Gov calling the President's Greenland play "Dumb as hell" & a race-changing political contribution from the world's richest man. The Colonels then check in with independent Capitol correspondent, Olivia Krauth, to get a breakdown of the first few weeks of the General Assembly, and hear what bills she's watching with interest. Watch this week's #ColonelsOfTruth!NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.wuky.org/wuky-news/2026-01-20/musk-delivers-eye-popping-contribution-in-kentucky-senate-racehttps://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314403876.htmlINTERVIEW: Olivia Krauth, Indy Capitol Journalisthttps://thegallerypass.substack.com/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 243 was kinda produced by AaronTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

Aaron, Kim and Nate break down the KY week in politics - including Jamie Comer vs. the Clintons - we meet up with KY Conservation Committee's Lane Boldman in the Campaign Corner, and then we check in with Lexington State Representative Anne Gay Donworth about how the session is starting off in Frankfort.#ColonelsOfTruth #ProgressKentucky #FlipThe6th CALL TO ACTION - FLIP THE SIXTH - Join us in Lexington on the first Monday of the month: https://www.progressky.org/mondayDonate today: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/flipkentucky6/NEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/kentuckys-comer-signals-contempt-of-congress-proceedings-for-president-bill-clinton/https://hoptownchronicle.org/immigrant-citizens-would-be-barred-from-local-state-offices-in-kentucky-under-proposed-bills/https://www.wkyufm.org/news/2026-01-13/labor-board-certifies-union-victory-for-blueoval-sk-employeesCAMPAIGN CORNER: Lane Boldman, Kentucky Conservation Committee - Join their legislative summit on Jan. 25th https://kyconservation.org/legislative-summit-2026INTERVIEW: Anne Gay Donworth - Kentucky State Representative, 76th Districthttps://www.annegaydonworth.com/https://secure.actblue.com/donate/agdwebsite#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 242 was produced by Annabel NagelTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com