On February 28 Bath County, Kentucky, will hold the second festival celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Kentucky Meat Shower. Learn more about the festival and the story behind the infamous Meat Shower from Festival Director Ian Corbin on this week's episode.

From horse racing to the Olympics, Tom Hammond has become a legend in Lexington for sports commentating. Seizing the moment and taking a chance on himself lead to his career where he got to cover moments like Usain Bolt's record breaking run in the World Championship in 2011. Hear stories of his career on this week's episode.

It's the Season of Love here on Hot Mic and our hosts have brought in Audrey Lorraine, a dating coach with Emlovz, to talk about the dating scene, what it is like being a dating coach and some of her hot takes of dating.

Join us this week to talk about a variety of topics from the recent winter storm to throwbacks to their college days, even hear about Evelyn's first time on TV.

VisitLEX President Mary Quinn Ramer takes us beyond the iconic bourbon and thoroughbreds to reveal the hidden gems that make Lexington unforgettable. From vibrant murals and world‑class restaurants to kayaking the Kentucky River, find out why Lexington was named America's most tourist-friendly city — and why your next trip should be to the Bluegrass.

Mario J. Radford joins us on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to talk about being a preacher, the Chairman of the 2026 Unity Celebration, a musician, and more. Hear about what inspires him to be more than just a preacher and how he approaches preaching and connection in a politically active climate in this week's Hot Mic.

Larry Smith has lived life to the fullest with enough stories to fill a book, but too many for just one podcast episode. Hear a few of those stories including how he met his wife and about how he believes that everyday is a celebration on this week's Hot Mic.

Hear about Evelyn and Megan's favorite stories that they have done from 2025, how their holiday celebrations went, and how they are approaching the New Year in our first episode of 2026.