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March 2026 marks the 65th anniversary of the start of the Peace Corps and in this latest edition of WUKY's Saving Stories, Doug Boyd with the Nunn Center for Oral History in the UK Libraries shares audio from an interview with Sargent Shriver, the diplomat tabbed by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to lead the independent government agency that sends American volunteers to partner countries for two-year terms to work on grassroots projects in education, health, agriculture, and other sectors. Shriver told the interviewer why he thought they only had one chance to make it work.

For many Kentuckians with dementia, medical interventions may seem like the only choice, but a new University of Kentucky study shows that prioritizing joy and engagement through enrichment activities is vital for the health of both residents and the caregivers who support them. Researchers from the School of Music in the UK College of Fine Arts and the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging investigated how complementary and supportive care programs (CSCPs) — like animal interactions, music therapy and group games — affect life in four different Kentucky care facilities. Dr. Greg talks with lead researcher Alaine E. Reschke-Hernández.

Liza and Alan talk with Janie Lindle, a member of the LWV's Transparency Kentucky Committee about the group's multiple studies calling out state lawmakers for their lack of transparency when it comes to public input, debate and fast-tracking of bills.

April is National Donate Life month and WUKY's Saving Stories observes the occasion with this highly personal, fresh episode. Nunn Center Director Dr. Doug Boyd introduces us to two of his high school friends. But as you'll soon find out, this is a rather extraordinary reunion story.

Each year UK Athletics, UK HealthCare and the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging partner for a game honoring legendary basketball coach Pat Summitt — who battled Alzheimer's disease with remarkable courage. This year, as part of the contest, Pete Nelson, M.D., Ph.D., the R.C. Durr Foundation Chair in Alzheimer’s Disease at UK, was recognized for his groundbreaking work. He talks about it with Dr. Greg.

Bike Walk Month in Lexington celebrates not only biking, but also walking for transportation, exercise and fun. Whether you’re a cyclist, pedestrian, driver or all three, Bike Walk Month reminds Lexingtonians that streets are shared spaces for all. Dr. Greg talks with Seth Holbrook-Department of Environmental Quality and Public Works.

Jose Cubero, Mayor of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, discusses local development, family engagement, and quality of life.

Lex Talk History, the official podcast of the Lexington History Museum, is back with a fresh episode for May. To celebrate the upcoming 'DiverCity' Festival Saturday May 23 at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza, Alan and Mandy welcome in Basel Touchan of Global Lexington, the city's international center and hub for global engagement; connecting residents, community partners, and local government to ensure everyone in Lexington can access information, services, and opportunities.

For more than 87 years, Lexington Children’s Theatre has been a safe, inspiring home for young people and families. To continue serving the Commonwealth, their historic home of 25 years on Short Street needs critical updates. This week on Open Studio Tom Musgrave talks with LCT Development Director Ashlee Collins to talk about their long history and new 'Building Dreams' capital campaign in honor of Alexandra Simpson.

The 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 serve up strawberries - from shortcake to freezer jam, bruschetta to lemonade. Get them while they are plenty of them. It's the peak season for this favorite fruit!