How does recording the activity of a dying brain change a neurosurgeon’s own perspective on life? Dr. Ajmal Zemmar explains how his research made him reflect on memory, mortality, and the importance of living more fully in the present.
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Dr. Ajmal Zemmar shares his remarkable journey from fleeing the war in Afghanistan as a child to becoming Chief of Neurosurgery at the VA. His path through Germany, Switzerland, Canada, and the U.S. reveals the resilience and dedication behind a career focused on helping patients with Parkinson’s, tremors, epilepsy, and chronic pain through functional neurosurgery.
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Chef Nikkia Rhodes shares about the Iroquois High School Culinary Academy and career path intended to prepare students for employment in the hospitality industry.
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Maker’s Mark Diplomat Thomas Bolton shares about The LEE Initiative, an organization that promotes diversity, equity, and sustainability in the restaurant industry.
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Mary T. Meagher shares how she started swimming in Louisville and the rivalry that exists between Plantation Country Club and Lakeside Swim Club.
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Bill Porter shares his experience at the University of Louisville, including memorable moments that made him fall in love with education.
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Against the Grain is Kentucky's defiant superstar of craft beer. Crediting a timely entry to the market and an assertive, entrepreneurial spirit, the brand has managed to stand out in a sea of microbreweries to achieve international decoration and recognition.
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Laura Schwab, President of Aston Martin, shares what it was like growing up in Louisville and the influence Kentucky has had on her career.
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Chuck Brymer shares Kentucky’s influence on his personal brand by sharing his story and how Kentucky distinguished him from others around him.
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Kelsi Worrell Dahlia shares about Louisville’s swimming legacy, including notable swimmers and families that have come out of Louisville and the swimming culture that lives here.
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Jan Helson, co-founder and board member of Global Game Changers, says that Kentucky has so much intellectual capital and we agree! She shares the complexities of this intellectual capital and the potential that lies within.
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Justin Walker, Executive Director of Global Game Changers and Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Louisville, shares how he came to his role with Global Game Changers and the impact the organization tries to make in the lives of children.
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Justin Walker shares that values are what makes Kentucky great. “If you work hard, you can accomplish anything.”
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Justin Walker shares insight into the Global Game Changers program. Talent plus heart equals a superpower!
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Jan Helson, co-founder and board member of Global Game Changers, explains how Global Game Changers uses fictional superheroes to help children identify with becoming real life superheroes.
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Elizabeth Mayhew is currently the Brand Editor for Reese Witherspoon’s Southern-inspired brand, Draper James, a contributing editor at NBC’s Today Show and a monthly columnist for The Washington Post. She also is the author of FLIP! for Decorating (Ballantine). She has worked for a number of publications including REAL SIMPLE, House Beautiful, Southern Living, and Woman’s Day. A native of Louisville, Kentucky and a graduate of Georgetown University, she now lives in New York City with her husband and two teenage kids.
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Elizabeth Mayhew is currently the Brand Editor for Reese Witherspoon’s Southern-inspired brand, Draper James, a contributing editor at NBC’s Today Show and a monthly columnist for The Washington Post. She also is the author of FLIP! for Decorating (Ballantine). She has worked for a number of publications including REAL SIMPLE, House Beautiful, Southern Living, and Woman’s Day. A native of Louisville, Kentucky and a graduate of Georgetown University, she now lives in New York City with her husband and two teenage kids.
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Evan Roth, managing partner at BBR Partners, discusses his education in Kentucky, what made it special, and how it uniquely positioned him for success.
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Junior Bridgeman, restaurant magnate and former NBA star, reflects on his life and the Kentucky influence. Listen as Bridgeman shares moments from his life and how Kentucky showed up throughout his career.
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Tracy Drain, Deputy Chief Engineer: Juno Mission, discusses the intellectual curiosity in Kentucky. “My values and character have been shaped a lot by my family, by the people I grew up with and the values they had instilled in them over time.”
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