Judge Dan Ison and Debbie Holloway Ison share their journey through Kentucky's horse country, from thoroughbred racing dreams to quarter horse breeding and equine therapy programs. Their 36-year marriage has united their complementary passions for horses while building careers in public service, professional speaking, and community development.Judge Dan Ison has served as Shelby County Judge Executive for 10 years after 30 years in corporate AmericaDebbie has been a professional coach and speaker for 25 years, now focusing on training speakers and women's eventsDebbie rescued her first horse at age 12 when she convinced a farm owner not to put down a paint draft horseJudge Ison's childhood dream of owning racehorses was motivated by a teacher telling him it would never happenThe Isons met at a Derby Festival board meeting almost 40 years agoDebbie breeds quarter horses with championship bloodlines for reining competitionsJudge Ison has owned approximately 15 racehorses throughout his careerDebbie conducts "Join Up" demonstrations at Horse Sensing to help recovery patients through equine therapyJudge Ison rescued two horses including Player, who remained his confidant for 30 yearsThroughout his corporate career, Judge Eisen worked with celebrities including Dolly Parton and John WayneTo learn more about ShelbyKY Tourism and to start planning a visit, head to visitshelbyky.com.Send us a text🎙️ Kentucky Hidden Wonders is presented by ShelbyKY Tourism. 🥃 Plan a visit to Your Bourbon Destination® at www.visitshelbyky.com. Located in the heart of central Kentucky and less than an hour from Louisville and Lexington, ShelbyKY is the perfect Kentucky getaway. Complete with two great distilleries, action-packed outdoor adventures, and the best vacation rentals near Louisville, put ShelbyKY at the top of your list when planning a Kentucky Bourbon Trail® trip, romantic couples retreat, or a whole-family vacation. 🎙️ Kentucky Hidden Wonders is hosted by Janette Marson and Mason Warren and edited by Mason Warren. 📲 Follow Kentucky Hidden Wonders: facebook.com/kentuckyhiddenwonders instagram.com/kentuckyhiddenwonders/ youtube.com/@KentuckyHiddenWonders © ShelbyKY Tourism, All Rights Reserved.

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