Renee Shaw, a member of Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame and the Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of Fame, has moderated forums with politicians and policymakers and played a key role in expanding KET's public affairs coverage. It now includes a daily current events series, townhall-style forums, and multi-platform initiatives around issues such as aging, opioid addiction and youth mental health.
KET executive director Shae Hopkins described Shaw as "one of the most trusted and respected voices in Kentucky journalism, known for her thought reporting, in-depth interviews, and commitment to civil, informed discourse."
Shaw is set to step away from the role at the end of July.