MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #496: Ann Bretske
MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs
We’re live when we talk with Ann from Churchill Downs on a rainy Kentucky Derby day, capturing all the excitement and derby highlights! Join us as we experience the run for the roses, where the tradition of horse racing and the vibrant fashion of dress-up and sun hats truly make the event special!
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #495: Liam Gallagher
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Liam Gallagher is a Kentucky-based political strategist and policy advocate currently serving as Deputy State Director for Americans for Prosperity (AFP) – Kentucky. Representing a new generation of leadership in the Commonwealth, Gallagher operates at the intersection of grassroots mobilization, legislative strategy, and public policy development. While not a traditional public-facing political figure, he works at the operational and strategic core of modern advocacy—helping shape initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, and influence outcomes at the state level. Professional Role In...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #494: The Uffer Family
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Patriarch of the Uffer tribe (in red jacket) is Mr. Robert (“Bob”) Uffer — Hospitality / Liberty Island Operations. In this MoxieTalk, Bob has brought his 2 sons (Harrison & Jordan) and their ladies to the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs racetrack! From Left to Right is: Anika Nichlany, Harrison Uffer, Host Kirt Jacobs, Jordan Uffer, Bob Uffer, and Marissa Iacona Bob is a hospitality executive associated with food-service operations connected to Liberty Island (the location of the Statue of Liberty). He has reportedly held a senior management role in food &...
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #493: Josh Alcott
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osh Alcott is a private individual who attended the 151st Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. It is broadcast nationally and includes the usual pageantry, fashion, and individual spectators known for distinctive attire. Josh Alcott, aka “The Mad Hatter,” refers to his attire or persona at the running of the 151st Kentucky Derby, due to his “outrageous” Ky. Derby attire!
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #492: Allie & Micah
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Allie and Micah are a private couple from Bend, Oregon, attending the 151st Kentucky Derby. Featured briefly on MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs due to their highly imaginative and whimsical Derby attire This is precisely the type of authentic, unscripted Derby color that has long made Churchill Downs culturally unique—especially in milestone runnings.
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MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #491: Alma Cooper
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Alma Oralia Minerva Cooper (born March 17, 2002, in Okemos, Michigan) is a distinguished American soldier, scholar, and beauty queen whose career spans the intersecting worlds of military service, mathematics, and public representation. The daughter of a retired U.S. Army major and a Mexican immigrant mother who once competed in pageants herself, Cooper identifies as African American Latina and embodies the values of discipline, intellect, and cultural pride. Graduating a year early from Okemos High School in 2019, she was accepted into the United States Military Academy at West Point, where...
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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...
info_outlineRichie Sambora is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer best known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Bon Jovi. Born on July 11, 1959, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, Sambora joined Bon Jovi in 1983, shortly before the band achieved massive commercial success. He remained with the group until 2013, contributing to some of their most iconic hits and albums. During his tenure with Bon Jovi, the band released several multi-platinum albums, including “Slippery When Wet” (1986) and “New Jersey” (1988), which featured hits like “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “You Give Love a Bad Name,” and “Wanted Dead or Alive.”
Richie Sambora is known for his virtuosic guitar playing, incorporating blues, rock, and metal elements. His playing style often features intricate solos, fingerpicking, and the use of a variety of techniques and effects. He is also praised for his songwriting abilities; he co-wrote many of Bon Jovi’s hits with lead singer Jon Bon Jovi.
In addition to his work with Bon Jovi, Sambora has released several solo albums, starting with “Stranger in This Town” in 1991. His solo work often explores musical directions different from his band efforts, incorporating elements of blues, R&B, and other genres.
Sambora has also collaborated with various other artists in different capacities, from guest appearances to songwriting collaborations. Furthermore, he has received numerous awards and accolades over his career, including multiple Grammy Awards as a member of Bon Jovi.
Although he parted ways with Bon Jovi in 2013, citing a desire to spend more time with his family, he has continued active in the music industry, participating in various projects and occasionally performing live.