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.

Lexington radio legend Jack Pattie joins Hot Mic to wrap up 2025. After 50 years on Lexington's News Talk WVLK, hear how he stumbled into his first radio job as a teen, the celebrity encounters that stand out, how he’s seen the industry change, and why he treasures his role as one of Lexington’s favorite Santas.

This week on Hot Mic, Evelyn and Megan are joined by a very special guest: Santa! Hear from the jolly guy himself as we wish you a very merry Christmas!

Breaking news might have Will Stein in the spotlight but Hot Mic brings the story a little closer to home with Stein's Mother and Aunt, Debbie Stein and Blakey Martin, with their bakery right here in Kentucky. Hear more about Sissy Cakes and the inside scoop on Stein and his childhood right here on Hot Mic.

As Thanksgiving wraps up and the Christmas season begins Megan and Evelyn are getting ready for the holidays with what they are excited for, gift ideas for the viewers, and Christmas Trivia.