All Things Owensboro
All Things Owensboro is a podcast built around the table.
We sit down with people from all walks of life to share real stories, honest journeys, and the moments that shape who we are. Some conversations are about work, some about struggle, some about joy, and sometimes faith shows up along the way.
You don’t have to have it all together to belong here.
Just pull up a chair.
Join host Brad Winter (a professional of nothing, but a fan of great conversation) as we uncover the stories that make Owensboro anything but ordinary.
Local legends. Hidden gems. Community connections.
Hit play and let’s dive into All Things Owensboro!
Episodes
54 episodes
They Knew Who I Was… And Loved Me Anyway.
He calls himself a knucklehead, and that’s exactly why his story lands. Adam Overall grew up in Owensboro, pushed limits as a teenager, and then experienced something that still sticks with him decades later: a church that welcomed him back wit...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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41:06
She Saw People Everyone Else Walked Past… And Did Something About It
We sit down with Alma Randolph Crump to trace how childhood loss and poverty shaped a lifelong commitment to protect families from the quiet humiliations that follow kids into school hallways. Her foundation’s “hand up” approach shows what dign...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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49:35
They Said It Was Just Sports… They Were Wrong.
What if your town felt like family because everyone had a place to play, serve, and grow? We sat down with Janine to explore how Owensboro’s heartbeat shows up on the field and far beyond it—through Special Olympics, the Opportunity Center, and...
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Episode 52
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40:48
Why Some Places Feel Like Home the Second You Walk In
Fat Tuesday gets a thoughtful reset as we dig into the real heart of Mardi Gras—community, gratitude, and the pivot toward reflection—through the lens of Cajun cooking and Owensboro kindness. Brad Hammers joins us to unpack how Shreveport flavo...
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Episode 50
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48:21
What If Community Starts With Your Next Yes?
What if a faithful life looks less like headlines and more like steady, everyday choices? We sit down with Owensboro native Gordon Wilkerson—financial advisor, church pianist, mentor, and community servant—to explore how grace, discipline, and ...
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Episode 49
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51:26
Nobody Was Listening… Until This Changed Everything
Big change doesn’t start with a headline. It starts when neighbors get heard and invited to build the next step together. This conversation digs into how the Building A Better Owensboro effort—powered by the Greater Owensboro Leadership Institu...
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Episode 48
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37:15
What Happens When You Start Over… And It Actually Works
What happens when a 20-year Cardiac Cath Lab nurse swaps scrubs for a skillet and turns comfort food into a community? We invite Matt “Cooker of Deliciousness” Ramsey to share how a life of service found a new home at the stove, why staying roo...
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Episode 47
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33:07
The Part of Being a Cop Nobody Talks About
The moment you realize your job shows you only the worst ten percent of life, something has to change. Brad sits down with Sgt. Cody Clift of the Owensboro Police Department for a candid, thoughtful conversation about calling, faith, fatherhood...
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Episode 46
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1:06:59
Service, Family, and the Weight of the Badge: Aaron Hamilton’s Story
Service isn’t a headline; it’s a table conversation. Sitting down with retired Owensboro Police Department sergeant and former Army MP Aaron Hamilton, we unpack the real rhythms of police work: the long stretches of quiet, the sudden surge of a...
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Episode 45
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1:00:16
Road To Minneapolis
A single letter changed everything. Zach opened it with his brother by his side and burst into tears—Davis County’s Special Olympics flag football team was headed to the USA Games in Minneapolis. From that moment, our “Road to Minneapolis” took...
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Episode 44
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32:10
This City Changed Me… Here’s Why
A broken pickle jar, a weeping mother, and a choice to turn back—our year’s most powerful stories begin in ordinary places. We look across Owensboro and gather five conversations that shifted us: grief that found compassion in a grocery aisle, ...
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Episode 43
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36:36
Finding Meaning at Christmas: The Story of Chris Joslin
Chris Joslin has spent his life at the intersection of music, faith, and community. Growing up as a preacher’s kid, Chris discovered early on that bluegrass music wasn’t just a passion — it was part of his calling.After nine years as Exe...
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Episode 42
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1:14:26
From Florida Roots to 270 Legacy: Sam Taylor on Faith, Family, and Football
In this episode of Owensboro Voices, we sit down with Sam Taylor — a man whose story stretches from the sunshine of Orlando, Florida to the heart of Owensboro, Kentucky. A proud Kentucky Wesleyan College alumnus, forme...
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Episode 41
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43:11
Why Some People Make You Feel Like You Belong Instantly
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Benjamin, the first Full Service Community Schools Coordinator for Owensboro Public Schools. From tackling barriers to student success to strengthening family engagement, Brian shares how OP...
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Episode 40
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37:32
The Books That Found People When Nothing Else Could
Guest: Virginia Hardesty — Owner & Co-Founder of Displaced Pages, Owensboro, KYToday, I’m joined by Virginia Hardesty, co-founder of Displaced Pages, Owensboro’s new independent bookstore and record sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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32:06
Court, Community & Calling: Coach Ryne Tinsley on Building Apollo Basketball
In this episode, we sit down with Ryne Tinsley — first-year head coach of the Apollo Eagles Boys Basketball team. A former Brescia Bearcat and proud
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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27:19
Owensboro Roots to Rugby Fields: The Neil Arnold Story
In this episode of All Things Owensboro, we’re joined by hometown hero Neil Arnold — from his Owensboro upbringing to playing rugby at the University of Kentucky, launching his own apparel line, and giving back through youth rugby and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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51:31
K.O. Lewis: The Art of Impact
Owensboro’s own K.O. Lewis has worn many hats — football coach, art educator, school administrator, and contemporary artist. But no matter the role, one thing stays constant: his mission to inspire and uplift.In this conversation,...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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1:02:46
You Can Taste the Difference… But It’s Not the Food
Join us this week as we sit down with Owensboro’s own restaurateur-entrepreneur Ben Skiadas, the man behind Lure Seafood & Grille, the legacy family-run The Famous Bistro and the innovative food-truck park The Lot Food Truck Park &am...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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1:18:58
From Roofs to Reels: Pete McKendrick’s Playbook for Life, Lacrosse & Fly Fishing
This week on the show, we sit down with Pete McKendrick — Bridgewater, New Jersey native, lifelong athlete, family man, and host of The Roofr Report. Pete’s journey has taken him from college baseball fields to high-school coach...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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1:05:31
🎨 Aaron Kizer: Unframed
In this highly requested episode, we sit down with Aaron Kizer — Owensboro’s own world-renowned artist known for his live speed-painting, raw storytelling, and a heart that beats for Kentucky art.Aaron opens up about his journey f...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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37:22
Fall Break Rewind Series – Chris Dilbeck of Young Life: Leading with Purpose
As we wrap up Fall Break Rewind, we’re revisiting a conversation that continues to inspire. Chris Dilbeck, from Young Life, shared what it means to lead with purpose, faith, and genuine love for people. His perspective on community and...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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41:12
Fall Break Rewind Series – Bluegrass Bourbon Dessert Bar: A Taste of Passion and Persistence
Today’s Fall Break Rewind brings us back to a story full of flavor and heart. The Bluegrass Bourbon Dessert Bar team took two Kentucky favorites—bourbon and dessert—and turned them into something unforgettable. Their journey is a sweet...
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Episode 31
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52:06
Fall Break Rewind Series – Hannah Bailey of Dooze Dooez: Baking Up Community
We’re rewinding to one of the sweetest stories ever shared on All Things Owensboro. Hannah Bailey—the creative heart behind Dooze Dooez—turned a simple love for baking into something that brought an entire community together. Her story...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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32:56