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On Track brings you news and conversations about what matters most to you. We meet people who enrich our community, and take a closer look at the issues that challenge us, in Louisville, Southern Indiana and more. Stay on track, with LPM.

Episodes

Forever chemicals in Kentucky

September 9, 2025 • 28 mins
Louisville’s tap water is award-winning and nationally recognized. But so-called “forever chemicals” are raising new questions about what’s really in our drinking water. We talk with health and environmental reporter Morgan Watkins from the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting about PFAS in Louisville’s water and what’s being done to keep the Ohio River safe.
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Keeping kids mentally healthy

September 8, 2025 • 28 mins
Your child’s mental health matters, but between school pressures, social media, and life changes, it can be hard to know what kids really need. On this episode, Dr. Katy Hopkins of Norton Healthcare joins us to share what families should watch for, and how to build habits that support kids’ mental health.
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Do you speak Lou-uh-vull?

September 2, 2025 • 26 mins
Everyone in Louisville knows there’s a right and a wrong way to say the name of our city. So then why are there so many different ways to pronounce it? And how did it evolve this way? We're revisit our conversation about the many ways to say Louisville, and how language can become a stand-in for identity, and belonging.
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Bernheim Forest and Arboretum, past, present and future

August 26, 2025 • 27 mins
Bernheim Forest and Arboretum is one of Kentucky’s most beloved natural spaces, connecting people with nature in the region. It protects rare wildlife and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors a year. We talk with Bernheim’s President and CEO, Mark Wourms, and Director of Conservation Andrew Berry, about the forest’s mission, challenges, and future.
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Downtown Louisville Traffic

August 25, 2025 • 28 mins
If you’ve been driving through downtown Louisville lately, you’ve probably noticed construction zones, lane closures, and shifting traffic patterns. The city is in the middle of a major transportation overhaul that could reconfigure how key streets work. So what’s being done to keep traffic moving, and make our streets safer for everyone? Jennifer Caummisar-Kern, Executive Director of Metro Louisville Public Works, joins us to talk...
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Louisville event spotlights Black men’s wellness

August 19, 2025 • 27 mins
Black Louisvillians have higher rates of cancer, heart disease and stroke than their white neighbors. And men here have a lower average life expectancy than women do. On this episode, we meet Kamari Wooten, the coordinator of Black Men’s Wellness Day. It’s an event featuring health screenings, a 5K and more, all focused on improving the health of Black men in our city.
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Keeping kids healthy this school year

August 18, 2025 • 28 mins
A new school year just started. Has your student come home with the sniffles yet? From rising measles cases to COVID-19, flu, and other bugs, what should you be watching for? And how can you set your child up for good health this year? Dr. Eva Stone, District Health Manager for JCPS, joins us to talk about vaccines, preventative care and building healthy habits for the year ahead.
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Changes to voting in Louisville

August 12, 2025 • 28 mins
Big changes are coming to how we vote in Jefferson County. Starting in 2026, local races will no longer include party labels on the ballot. What does that mean for voters, and how can you prepare now to make sure your vote still counts? On this episode, we’re breaking it all down with Dee Pregliasco, former president of the League of Women Voters and Ashley Tinius, Director of Communications for the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office.
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Countdown to the Kentucky State Fair

August 11, 2025 • 28 mins
The Kentucky State Fair starts later this week, and we have a look behind the scenes, with Ian Cox Executive Director of Communications for Kentucky Venues. From deep-fried foods to prize-winning livestock, we’ll talk about what makes the fair so important—and fun. And we’ll go over some pro tips for getting the most out of your fair experience.
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Child abuse in Kentucky

August 5, 2025 • 28 mins
Kentucky has one of the highest rates of child abuse in the country—nearly double the national average. We’re looking at the factors that contribute to abuse and neglect in our state, and what’s being done on the ground to make a difference. We talk with Elea Fox, President and CEO of Family & Children’s Place, about what abuse can look like, what to do if you suspect a child is being mistreated, and how our systems can better supp...
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Food safety and inspections in Louisville

August 4, 2025 • 27 mins
We’ve seen headlines all summer about rodent infestations in Louisville grocery stores. What happens after a food safety issue is identified in one of our public spaces, and how do we know when it’s okay to go back there? Food safety inspector Samantha Gootee from Louisville Metro’s Department of Public Health talks us through how the process works, how often different types of places are evaluated, and what to watch out for when y...
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How do we Measure Kentucky's age?

July 29, 2025 • 28 mins
America turns 250 next year, and it’s got us asking: how do you determine the birthday of a place? On this episode of “On Track,” we sit down with historian Dr. Patrick Lewis of the Filson Historical Society to unpack how a place becomes A Place, and why those dates matter. From frontier settlements to the people here long before them, we’re digging into what it really means to mark the beginning of a place we call home.
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How are Medicaid changes affecting Kentuckians?

July 28, 2025 • 28 mins
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is now law, and it’s made sweeping cuts to Medicaid. That puts health coverage for thousands of Kentuckians at risk, and threatens the future of rural hospitals and health care providers across the state. On this episode of “On Track,” we talk with Kentucky Public Radio’s Sylvia Goodman and Joe Sonka about what exactly is in the law, and who is most affected by it.
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Could Kentucky become a filmmaking hub?

July 22, 2025 • 28 mins
The historic Louisville Gardens is being repurposed into a soundstage complex, and Kentucky’s film tax credit program is drawing increased attention from filmmakers. Could the commonwealth become a true film hub? On this episode, we talk with producer Merry-Kay Poe and financier Justin Brown to break down tax incentives, creative infrastructure, and why more filmmakers are looking beyond Hollywood.
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The history of Berea College

July 21, 2025 • 28 mins
Berea College isn’t your typical school. It’s been tuition-free since 1892—and was the South’s first interracial and coeducational college. On this episode, we talk with Gretchen Dykstra, author of “Lessons from the Foothills: Berea College and Its Unique Role in America,” and alum Morgan Younge about what makes the school unique, and what it can teach us about education, equity, and opportunity today.
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A look at Louisville's music scene

July 15, 2025 • 28 mins
From packed summer shows to hometown discoveries, we’re checking in on Louisville’s local music scene. This episode, we hear from WFPK’s afternoon host and local music liaison Laura Shine, and talk to artist and AMPED program manager Dave Christopher, Jr. They share their local faves, who’s on their radar, and how you can support the city’s artists.
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Free speech and protest

July 14, 2025 • 28 mins
Free speech and the right to protest are at the heart of the First Amendment—but how do those rights really work in practice? Bob Corn-Revere from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression and Amber Duke, Executive Director of ACLU of Kentucky join us to explore what’s protected, and how these issues are showing up in 2025.
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How does the economy work?

July 8, 2025 • 27 mins
People say it affects everything from how they vote to when they make big purchases or change jobs: “the economy.” But under that blanket term are so many other things, like the stock market, inflation, interest rates, consumer behavior, and they’re all interconnected. On this episode, we’re covering all the things you may have forgotten from your Economy 101 class and are now afraid to ask about, with Kentucky economic policy expe...
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Lead poisoning and testing in Louisville

July 7, 2025 • 28 mins
Lead exposure is still affecting families across Louisville, especially in older homes and historically underserved neighborhoods. On this episode we’re talking with Dr. Brian Guinn, a lead poisoning researcher at U of L, and Patrick Rich from Louisville Metro Public Health about who’s most at risk—and what’s being done to protect people.
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From Stravinsky to Star Wars, classical music is for everyone

July 1, 2025 • 28 mins
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of classical music? Maybe you imagine a conductor on a podium in a fancy outfit. Maybe you remember a heart wrenching moment in your favorite movie. Or maybe it’s that McDonald’s commercial that’s been stuck in your head since the 1980s. Whatever your access point is to classical music, there’s much to explore and enjoy. On this episode, we’re talking with WUOL Program Direct...
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