MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #446: Elizabeth McCall
Release Date: 01/06/2025
MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #490: Garey Faulkner
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Beard fame: A Cincinnati roofer turned local icon, Garey gained widespread attention for his award-winning full beard, which became a fixture at Cincinnati Bengals games. He has been featured in New Era ads and recognized globally as the “Beard Guy.” Achievements: Won the Full Beard Freestyle category at the National Beard & Mustache Championships. Placed third at the 2019 World Beard & Mustache Championship. Fan persona: Often seen at Bengals home games, Garey’s signature beard and game-day attire made him a fan favorite. He has hosted charity fundraisers, including one that...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #489: Abbie Stockard
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Abbie Stockard, who was crowned Miss America 2025 on January 5, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, is a 22-year-old nursing student at Auburn University in Alabama. At just 22 years old, she has already distinguished herself as a role model of resilience, service, and leadership, becoming only the 4th woman from Alabama to hold the crown. Born on July 26, 2002, and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Abbie is a graduate of Vestavia Hills High School. She continued her education at Auburn University’s College of Nursing, where she became deeply involved in campus life as a student recruiter, a...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #488: Bruce Asmussen
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Good times and priceless moments with the personalities that made up the “sea of Humanity” that made for a very festive crowd on a very WET Kentucky Derby 151! This time we cross paths with the one and only Bruce Asmussen-aka-“THE PBR PATRIOT”.
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #481: Soozie Eastman
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Soozie is a film director, producer, & environmental advocate based in Louisville, Kentucky. She is notably recognized for her work in documentary filmmaking, with a focus on environmental and health-related topics. Critical aspects of Soozie Eastman’s career and contributions include: Documentary Filmmaking: Eastman has produced and directed documentary films that often highlight environmental and health issues. Her work in this field focuses on raising awareness and educating the public on important topics. Environmental Advocacy: In line with her professional work, Eastman advocates...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #486: Bob Baffert
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🏆 Career Achievements Kentucky Derby Winner 7 times (1997, 1998, 2002, 2015, 2018, 2020, 2023) – though the 2021 victory with Medina Spirit was later disqualified. Preakness Stakes Winner 8 times (1997, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2015, 2018, 2023). Belmont Stakes Winner 3 times (2001, 2015, 2018). Triple Crown Victories American Pharaoh (2015) ended a 37-year drought, the first Triple Crown since Affirmed in 1978. Justify (2018) became only the second undefeated horse to win the Triple Crown. Breeders’ Cup...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #485: Umberto Rispoli
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On May 17, 2025, Umberto Rispoli didn't just win a horse race; he galloped into the history books. With a masterful and gutsy ride aboard the formidable colt Journalism, he conquered the Preakness Stakes, becoming the first Italian jockey ever to win a jewel of the American Triple Crown. It was a moment that solidified his place among the world's elite riders and marked the pinnacle of a journey that is nothing short of extraordinary. Join us for a conversation with a man whose story is one of resilience, ambition, and relentless drive. From the tough streets of Scampia, Naples, to the...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #484: Kenny McPeek
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What does it take to spot a diamond in the rough? In this episode, we chart the incredible career of trainer and bloodstock agent Kenny McPeek, a man whose legacy is built on skill, persistence, and an unparalleled eye for equine talent. Born at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, but a true son of Lexington, Kentucky, Kenny McPeek has racing in his blood. Since earning his license in 1985, he has meticulously built a reputation for transforming modestly-bred yearlings into elite competitors. His breakout moment on the national stage came in 2002 when he guided Harlan's Holiday to a Florida Derby win,...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #483 Steve Asmussen
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In the world of American Thoroughbred racing, few names carry as much weight as Steve Asmussen. Born into a horse-racing dynasty in Gettysburg, South Dakota, his path seemed destined for the racetrack. With a trainer for a father and a mother also deeply involved with horses, the sport is in his blood. His brother, Cash Asmussen, found international fame as a jockey, and Steve himself had a brief career in the saddle before his height and weight guided him toward training, the field where he would leave an indelible mark. Since taking out his trainer’s license in 1986, Asmussen's ascent has...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #482: Chapel Tinius
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Chapel Tinius was Miss Kentucky 2024, a title she earned on June 15, 2024, at the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC) in Bowling Green, Kentucky. A Bowling Green native and a graduate of Belmont University, where she earned dual degrees in Musical Theatre & Corporate Communications in 2022. Community Service Initiative: Tinius’s community service initiative, “Operation Gratitude: For the Fallen, For the Fighting, For the Veterans,” is deeply personal. She is the granddaughter of two World War II veterans—her maternal grandfather, Dr. Lawrence Emberton, a Navy...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #477: Nate Morris
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Nate Morris is Chairman and CEO of , a privately held conglomerate headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 2010, Morris Industries leverages the power of business to solve some of America’s biggest challenges. Before founding Morris Industries, Nate Morris established Rubicon, one of America’s largest waste and recycling companies, operating in 50 states and 20 countries. Legally formed in 2009 with a $10,000 line of credit. Morris served as CEO for over 12 years. Under his leadership, Morris led a $ 2 billion transaction to bring Rubicon public on...
info_outlineElizabeth is the Master Distiller for Woodford Reserve, a premium bourbon brand under the Brown-Forman Corporation.
Appointed in February 2023, she became the third person and the first woman to hold this position in the brand’s 26-year history.
Educational Background:
- McCall earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in counseling psychology from the University of Louisville.
Professional Journey:
- In 2009, she began her career at Brown-Forman as a sensory expert in the quality department, focusing on sensory analysis and quality control.
- By 2015, she advanced to the role of Master Taster at Woodford Reserve, where she honed her skills in product development and innovation.
- In 2018, she was promoted to Assistant Master Distiller, working closely with then-Master Distiller Chris Morris, who mentored her for over a decade.
Current Role and Responsibilities:
- As Master Distiller, McCall oversees quality and innovation efforts, leads the development of new products, and manages special releases such as the Master’s Collection and Distillery Series.
- She continues to uphold the brand’s commitment to excellence, building upon the foundation established by her predecessors.
Personal Background:
- McCall is a second-generation spirits industry professional; her mother worked for Seagram in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- She holds the certification of Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS).
Elizabeth McCall’s progression within Brown-Forman and appointment as Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve highlights her bourbon-making expertise and dedication.
Her leadership marks a significant milestone in the industry, reflecting both her achievements and the evolving role of women in the field.