Joe Conkwright
Rock & Roots / Joe's Blues HostJoe Conkwright is a Leo...and hosts the 2nd half of Rock & Roots on WUKY - noon to 4 PM weekdays.
He was a long time producer for Curtains@8!, and he still continues to interview creative, interesting people, and produce stories about the Arts in Kentucky and beyond .
He's also the curator and musical guide for Kentucky's longest consecutively running Radio Blues program "Joe's Blues" - airing Monday evenings at 7 and Friday nights at 10 on WUKY.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This week Josh and Joe discuss the Summer Big Three: Cucumber, Summer Squash, and Zucchini. From Raw to Deep Fried, and all points in-between, there are many ways to enjoy this vegetable trio.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.It's peak time for Sweet Corn in the Bluegrass, and Josh and Joe talk some interesting ways to use this summer favorite - from grilling on the cob, to corn fritter sandwiches, to...ice cream? It's a real thing.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This time Josh and Joe discuss a vegetable that has a bad rap as being awful slimy. However, there are interesting ways to prepare and enjoy this southern staple, including soups and stews and pickled.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This week is all about eggplants. Why are they called 'eggplants?' We'll find out. Plus Josh has a few delicious ways to prepare eggplants. Enjoy this versatile vegetable and the main event or as a side.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.Josh & Joe navigate the landscape of offerings at the Farmers' Market. The weather has presented challenges, but the produce is starting show out and will be abundant soon. Stay for the end to hear a tasty twist on traditional salsa.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.It's now peak Blackberry season, and this week Josh provides some tricks to make the best Blackberry Cobbler, and Joe suggests an ingredient to surprise and spice up your taste buds.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This week Josh and Joe discuss the process of bee keeping and how it benefits farmers and crops, but also provides a delicious product that can be used in so many different ways.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This week Josh and Joe discuss the wonderful world of blueberries. Local blueberries are worth grabbing while they're in peak season. You can make everything from sauces and syrups to smoothies and more, adding flavor and color to your recipes.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This week Josh and Joe shell out the goods on peas. There are many varieties at the Market now during this peak of the season, and may ways to prepare them - stir-frying, making into a hummus like dip, adding to soups and salads, or eating in hand. Go ahead and give peas a chance with your meals.
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PodcastsThe Lexington Farmers' Market Report on WUKY is brought to you by Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, providing safe, reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately half a million people in portions of 14 counties. Learn more at kentuckyamwater.com.This weekend is a big holiday weekend and the first big party to kick off the summer of 2026. That means it may be time to fire up the grill. Josh and Joe discuss the seasonal vegetables, hotdog, brats, and kabobs. Plus, they'll try and settle the debate about the best hamburger style - smash burger or original garden burger.