The Darkest Crime in Kentucky
Join us as we take a look at the assassination of Kentucky Governor William Goebel. His death came as a shock to the state and the country but how did Kentucky get to this point. Listen to some of our podcast episodes covering this topic.
Unknown author - Harper's Weekly, 1900 Sketch depicting the aftermath of the shooting of Kentucky Governor William Goebel
Episode 29: Assassination in the Bluegrass
Kentucky was a divided state and politics made it worse. In these episodes of the Kentucky History Podcast we discuss what was going on in the state and the main players that caused the darkest crime in Kentucky.
Episode 38: Youthful Powers
We start a journey with a Kentuckian from the past. A unique character who faced many struggles but was determined to succeed. Join us on this historic journey of a life with integrity, innocents, and ambition.
Episode 39: Rising Powers
The journey continues, as our historical figure leaves his home to follow his dreams to become a lawyer and bring pride to his family.
Episode 40: Kentucky Powers
Kentucky has a political problem that comes to a head while our historical figure tries to gain his own footing.
Episode 41: Caleb Powers
Caleb Powers, our historical figure, was in the center of the Goebel assassination. To say his life was full of ups and downs is an understatement.
Secretary of State Convicted! Murder of a Governor!
Family Tree Nuts Founder, Russ Carson, Jr, and Jameson Cable of The Kentucky History Podcast take a look at our interesting subject. Caleb Powers was convicted as being the mastermind behind the assassination of Governor-Elect William Goebel. He was tried multiple times eventually being sentenced to prison. Fortunately that is not the end of his story! Dive in, and join the conversation with your own comments, and questions!
