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The Unique Barbecue Traditions of Monroe County, Kentucky

WKU Public Radio | By Rachel Hopkin
Published February 3, 2012 at 12:27 PM CST
Rachel Hopkin with Anita Hamilton
Photo by Amanda Hardeman
Rachel Hopkin with Anita Hamilton

Rachel Hopkin explores the distinctive barbecue style associated with Monroe County, Kentucky. She visits a number of establishments to learn more about secret sauce recipies, the dangers of hot grills, and to enjoy plenty of barbecue.
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Rachel Hopkin
Rachel Hopkin is a BBC-trained radio producer and has worked for broadcast networks around the world. She has a longstanding interest in American traditional culture and, as a result, undertook an MA in Folk Studies at WKU between 2010 and 2012.
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