Built In The Bluegrass

Built In The Bluegrass

A podcast highlighting the cool stuff made by manufacturers and creators in our own Kentucky backyard.

Recent Episodes

Nov. 26, 2025

Tyler Cox, 2025 Manufacturing Employee of the Year (WaterStep)

In this episode, I sit down with Tyler Cox, Manufacturing Coordinator at WaterStep and the 2025 Manufacturing Employee of the Year, awarded by the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers and presented by KCTCS. WaterStep is a Louisville-based nonprofit that designs and manufactures water purification…
May 14, 2025

Meet the Robotic Viper: Kentucky-Built, Industry-Changing Tech

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Falck, Marketing & Communications Manager at Fives Machining Systems, Inc ., to explore the cutting-edge technology behind the Cincinnati Robotic Viper—a high-speed automation system re...
April 22, 2025

Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky: PDS Optical | Sean Loosen

This week, we’re highlighting a finalist that’s making a real difference— custom prescription eyeglasses for veterans , proudly made by PDS Optical . 🇺🇸👓 I had the pleasure of talking with Sean Loosen , CEO of PDS Optical, ab...
April 10, 2025

Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: Elizabeth McCall | Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked

We’re shining a spotlight on one of the top contenders from the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky tournament this year— Brown-Forman 's Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked ! 🥃🔥 In this spotlight, I sit down with Elizabeth McCal...
April 3, 2025

Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: National Band & Tag Company | Paw Finders Rabies Tag

In this Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky spotlight, we’re featuring National Band & Tag Company and their innovative Paw Finders Tag —a game-changer for lost pet recovery! 🐶🐱 The Paw Finders Tag helps reunite lost pets with the...
March 27, 2025

Coolest Thing Made In Kentucky Spotlight: WaterStep | WoW Cart

🌊💧 Built in the Bluegrass is back with another Spotlight, featuring WaterStep and its life-changing WoW Cart – a participant in the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Tournament ! 🏆 The WoW Cart (Water on Wheels) is revolutionizi...

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