Gatewood Galbraith, an Interview with Matthew Strandmark

Tales From The Kentucky Room

Mariam sits down with Matthew Strandmark about his biography of Kentucky’s perennial political candidate, Gatewood Galbraith. They talk Gatewood’s childhood in Carlisle, Kentucky, his family life, his local law career and he captured the state’s attention with his political career.

In Gatewood: Kentucky's Uncommon Man, Matthew weaves together personal stories, public records, and oral history interviews to provide a comprehensive overview of the life and career of an eccentric and fascinating figure. From his ailment-plagued childhood in Carlisle, Kentucky, to his young adulthood spent at the fringes of Lexington society, the opening chapters of Galbraith's life were vital in developing the values that later came to define his political career—his passion for rural communities and low tolerance for bullies.

Gatewood: Kentucky’s Uncommon Man is available for check out from the library and for purchase.

This episode discusses Gatewood Galbraith’s personal politics and political platform and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities the speakers represent.