Moral Side of the News

US DOJ antitrust trial against Google. Mitt Romney says it’s time for a new generation to take the lead. Your car is collecting data without you knowing. Biden travels to Vietnam. NASA astronauts sets US record for time in space.Discussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Sports gambling becomes legal in KY this week. Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health. Homeless camps being cleared out in Louisville. Discussion with Rabbi Joe Rooks Rapport – The Temple, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Should Louisville close bars earlier than 4am to curb gun violence. Narcan will soon be available over the counter. After 100 years, a totem pole is returned to Canadian indigenous people from Scotland.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, and Fr. Toan Do – St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, Brandenburg. Host: John Blim

The threat of domestic terrorism. Heatwave sweeps the country and more than 1,000 still missing from sweeping Maui wildfire. Kentucky State Fair comes to a close.Discussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Jefferson County Public Schools cancel first week of classes following busing transportation headaches. Donald Trump faces indictment from Georgia.Discussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ & Molo Village CDC, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Jefferson County Public Schools cancel two days of classes following transportation headaches on opening day. Donald Trump not mentioned in stump speeches at Fancy Farm, Kentucky nor Iowa.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman -- Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Trump charged with criminal scheme to overturn 2020 election. Has the US concealed UFO evidence? Louisville Ballet faces financial hardship. Yoyager satellite, launched in 1997, is still in contact. Discussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ & Molo Village CDC, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

Candidates for KY governor cry foul over PAC political ads. DOJ sues Texas over for impeding immigrants crossing the Rio Grande. US rejoins UNESCO. Back to school thoughts.Discussion with Rabbi Ben Freed – Keneseth Israel Congregation, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Lack of transparency in Louisville police chief search. American soldier crosses over DMZ into N. Korea. “Cyber Trust” labels will be on electronic devices soon. Louisville drivers are third best in the nation, according to a study.DIscussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville Host: John Blim.

Manson follower murderer released after 53 years in prison. Social media pedals high caffeine drink to children. A musical on the life of Muhammad Ali is in the works. One Louisville coffee shop boasts “best cookie” in America as chosen by readers of USA Today. Discussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Voting rights for former felons. Supreme court ruling on affirmative action. China clamps down on precious mineral exports to US. A supermoon will visible tonight. Discussion with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

New Kentucky laws go into effect. Louisville bail project to stop posting bail. Canadian wildfires bring poor air quality. Celebrating July 4th.Discussion with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, and Fr. Toan Do – St. John the Apostle Catholic Church in Brandenburg. Host: John Blim

The 70th annual WHAS Crusade for Children came to an end on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 7:00pm EDT with a final tote board of $6,232,176.70 – the second highest total in the organization’s history. The Crusade’s 50th anniversary tallied $6,307,583 in 2003.Since 1954, the WHAS Crusade for Children has raised more than $211 million.100 percent of those donations have been returned to the community in the form of grants to schools, hospitals and agencies that make life better for children with special needs. 216 grants were awarded in the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

Donald Trump indicted. Four children survive plane crash in jungle. Thoughts on the 70th annual WHAS Crusade for Children.Discussion with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ Rabbi Ben Freed – Keneseth Israel Congregation, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Surgeon General warns about social media. Survey shows what citizens want in a new Louisville Police Chief. Getting ready for the 70th annual WHAS Crusade for Children.Discuss with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Low voter turnout for the Kentucky primary. Cyber attack cripples a local hospital. Religious freedom under attack in many parts of the world. Looking ahead to the 70th annual WHAS Crusade for Children.Join the discussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim.

Horse deaths at Churchill Downs during Derby week. Longtime Louisville basketball coach Denny Crum dies. Donald Trump guilty in a sexual abuse and defamation civil case. Mother’s Day Reflections. Discussion with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary & St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

US government debt limit. The fears of artificial intelligence. US Surgeon General claims loneliness is a widespread health concern. Discuss with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

Jefferson Country School Board moves forward with weapon detection systems in schools. Former Louisville police officer whose bullet killed Breonna Taylor is hired by Carroll County KY Sheriff’s department. Will we have a Biden-Trump rematch? Did you see the northern lights over Kentucky? Thoughts on Kentucky Derby week.Discussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ and MOLO Village CDC Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville Host: John Blim

Where do Kentucky gubernatorial candidates stand on gun control in the wake of recent mass shootings? International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Tik Tok banned in Montana.Discuss with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Five killed by a gunman in a downtown Louisville bank.Discussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Former President Trump is arraigned in a New York Court. Finland joins NATO.Discuss with Rev. Sally McClain – retired -- Christian Church, Disciples of Christ; Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College; Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition; and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

School shooting in Nashville leaves six dead. Jefferson County School Board votes to sue social media companies.Discuss with Rev. Harriett Akins Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Toan Do – St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, Brandenburg. Host: John Blim

Silicon Valley Bank collapse. Biden administration approves $8 billion oil drilling project in Alaska. Denny Crum receives an honor. Discuss with Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

US Dept. of Justice issues its report on Louisville Metro Police. Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman, Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Sally McClain – Retired, Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches, and Rabbi Ben Freed – Keneseth Israel Congregation. Host: John Blim

SCOTUS hears arguments on student loan forgiveness. Eli Lilly announces $35 per month insulin. Courier-Journal and other newspapers drop Dilbert cartoon following artist’s racially insensitive comments. Cincinnati Bengals contribute money to Louisville city park. McDonald’s introduces Krispy Kreme donuts to menu.Discuss with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ and MOLO Village CDC, Rev. Sally McClain – retired, Christian Church – Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

Louisville inmates have access to make more phone calls. Local universities review safety plans following Michigan State mass shooting. Asbury University (Wilmore, Kentucky) prayer revival goes viral attracting visitors from across the US.Discuss with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman - Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Toan Do – St. John The Apostle Catholic Church, Brandenburg. Host: John Blim

Mass shooting on Michigan State campus kills 3. How should we celebrate Black History Month? Discuss with Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Turkey, Syrian earthquake devastation. Chinese spy balloon over US and President Biden’s State of the Union address. Shortage of teachers in Kentucky. Super Bowl 57.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman, Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

A bill to repeal or roll back gun free zones in Kentucky. Two mass shootings in California and one in Iowa. Police officer involved in Breonna Taylor death goes on book tour.Discussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ & MOLO Village CDC, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Kentucky legislature considers sales tax over income tax. Will death penalty be abolished in Kentucky? World’s oldest known person dies at 118. Discussion with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Louisville Metro Police interim chief lays out ideas. Louisville Metro Council will appoint 3 new members, some say the public should vote. The recovery of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin. Hawaiian fisherman offered bounty to haul in old nets for the environment.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

The legacy of outgoing 3-term Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer. “Gray” slot machines exist in a gaming loophole. Nuclear fusion breakthrough could produce limitless clean fuel. Reflections on 2022 and looking ahead to 2023.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Will medical marijuana become legal in Kentucky? With all elections now complete, what do you expect from Congress in 2023? What are you thankful for this holiday season?Discuss with Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – the Temple, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Donald Trump announces another run for White House. Fake Eli Lilly Twitter post creates havoc. Jeff Bezos says he’ll give away much of his fortune. Courier Journal photographer retires after 45 years. Discussion wiht Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ and MOLO Village CDC, Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Reaction to the midterm election. Saluting Veterans Day. Unique children’s museum coming to Louisville. Discuss with Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Crowd surge in Seoul S. Korea tragedy. The violent attack on House Speaker Nancy Peoli’s husband. An FCC Commissioner says the US Government should ban the Tik-Tok app.Discuss with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

New UK Prime Minister and the disastrous 44 day term of Liz Truss. The US mid term election. Prayer in public schools discussion. Discuss with Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Assessment shows Kentucky students are where they should be in school. Argument over an affordable housing unit in Prospect, KY. No rain, too much rain…concern over the weather.Louisville restaurants host “hot brown” sandwich dish week.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church – New Albany, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Election Day is 4 weeks away. Putin threatens the use of nuclear weapons. WHAS11 to host Louisville Metro Mayoral Debate. Angela Lansbury dies.Discuss with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church – Disciples of Christ, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

North Korea fires a ballistic missile soaring over Japan. Kentucky legislators want to call themselves into special legislative sessions without the governor’s approval. What would Abraham Lincoln think of today’s political climate? Reflections on the life of Loretta Lynn.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. David Harkleroad – South Point Church, New Albany, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloyisus Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

Should mass murderer Michael Carneal be paroled? Sen. Mitch McConnell supports Florida's Governor sending immigrants to Massachusetts. Discuss with Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Dr. John Slider – Breckenridge Chapel Free Methodist, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host John Blim.

The legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. Louisville homicides top 100 for third straight year. A satellite produced by Morehead State University will travel into space aboard NASA’s Artemis One. Discussion with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim.

Louisville struggles to fill police officer openings. Russia buys weapons from N. Korea and participates in war exercises with China.Discussion with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Ministers Coalition, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, and Fr. John Stoltz – St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Host: John Blim

Reaction to the death of former USSR President Mikhail Gorbachev. Should Russian tourists be allowed in Europe? The debate over President Biden’s plan of student loan forgiveness. Discuss with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ & MOLO Village CDC, Rev. Jason Crosby – Centre College Chaplain, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Joe Graffis – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Kentucky lawmakers hold special session for flood relief. Ukraine war reaches 6 month mark. All Black female American Airlines crew operates flight in honor of first Black woman to earn a pilot’s license in 1921. Enjoy the discussion with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Bill Hammer – St. Margaret Mary and St. William Catholic Churches. Host: John Blim

Some January 6th rioters attempt to profit from their actions. Threats to FBI are on the rise after raid of Trump’s Florida home. Local funeral home offers free funerals to murder victims. Discuss with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

January 6th congressional hearings. Highly transmissible variants of COVID-19. Images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Kentuckian wins chainsaw carving world championship. Discuss with Rev. Harriett Akins-Banman – Centenary United Methodist Church, New Albany; Rev. Dr. Kilen Gray – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary; and Fr. Tony Smith – Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

Gun violence: 3 police officers gunned down in Eastern Kentucky and 7 killed in Highland Park, IL July 4 parade shooting. President Biden to nominate pro life judge to US District Court in KentuckyDiscussion with Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson – St. Peter’s United Church of Christ & MOLO village CDC, Rabbi Emerita Gaylia Rooks – The Temple, Rev. Clay Calloway – West Louisville Minister’s Coalition, and Fr. Tony Smith –Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim

The Supreme Court decision on Roe v. Wade. Discussion with Rev. Sally McClain – Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, Rabbi Stan Miles – Louisville Melton School, Rev. Jason Crosby – Crescent Hill Baptist Church, Rev. Daniel Corrie Shull – Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, and Fr. Joe Graffis –Archdiocese of Louisville. Host: John Blim