Topic: Eastern Kentucky

2 chapters across the catalog

Feces Thesis
Episode 1839 2:21 - 4:48

1839: Feces Thesis

Kentucky Prison Inmate Death During Ice Removal

Kentucky State Police are investigating the death of 48-year-old inmate Marvin Knuckles, who died after falling down a 40-foot embankment while clearing snow at the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex. Governor Andy Beshear promised a full and transparent investigation into why the crew was working in subfreezing temperatures despite a statewide stay-inside order. Officials claim Knuckles volunteered for the assignment.

Army of Conquest
Episode 859 1:30:38 - 1:32:42

859: Army of Conquest

Bill Clinton, Coal People Remark in West Virginia

Bill Clinton drew criticism for referring to residents of West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky as "the coal people" during a campaign appearance. He noted that while these voters supported him in the past, they have turned against the current Democratic administration. The remark was highlighted as a condescending characterization of a demographic that feels abandoned by the party's energy policies.