Kentucky History Podcast

• The Human Cost of Slavery: Dinah’s Story

  In part two, we turn our attention to the deeply personal story of Dinah, a pregnant enslaved woman caught up in the Greenup Slave Revolt. With Professor Andrew Feight and Marlitta Perkins, we explore her life, her choices, and the extraordinary circumstances she faced during one of the most dangerous uprisings in Kentucky history.Dinah’s story brings the human cost of slavery into sharp focus and reminds us of the resilience and humanity of those too often forgotten. Through her story, we better understand the lived experiences of enslaved women and how their courage shaped the fight for freedom.Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

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• The Greenup Slave Revolt: Kentucky’s Forgotten Uprising

  In this first part of our two-part series, Professor Andrew Feight and Marlitta Perkins join the Kentucky History Podcast to tell the dramatic story of the Greenup Slave Revolt. This powerful but often overlooked event highlights the courage of enslaved Kentuckians who risked everything in pursuit of freedom along the Ohio River.We’ll uncover the revolt’s origins, what drove the enslaved to rise up, and how the dramatic confrontation unfolded in Greenup County. Their story not only sheds light on Kentucky’s place in the history of slavery but also connects to the larger narrative of resistance and survival across America.Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

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• Cassius Clay - The Lion of White Hall

  In part two, Professor Doug Cantrell returns to discuss Cassius Clay’s political career, his diplomatic service under President Abraham Lincoln, and his lasting legacy as a progressive voice in a conservative time. From defending emancipation to serving as Ambassador to Russia, Clay’s fearless pursuit of justice took him far beyond Kentucky.Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

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• Cassius Clay - Emancipationist

  In this episode, we dive into the early life and rise of Cassius Marcellus Clay, one of Kentucky’s most controversial and influential figures. Guest Professor Doug Cantrell joins us to explore Clay’s privileged upbringing, his education at Yale, and the ideological transformation that led him to become a staunch emancipationist in a deeply divided state.Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

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• Bloodlines and Brushstrokes – The Legacy of Richards

  In this final installment of our three-part series on Alexander Keene Richards, we explore the lasting legacy of one of Kentucky’s most visionary horsemen. Author Gary A. O'Dell helps us reflect on how Richards’ bold efforts to revive the American Thoroughbred through Arabian and English bloodlines continue to influence modern horse racing. Gary's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Reinventing-American-Thoroughbred-Adventures-Alexander/dp/0807183695https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

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