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All Sides with Ann Fisher is a two-hour daily public affairs talk show designed to touch all sides of the issues and events that shape life in central Ohio.

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    • Jun 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Has the Short North become 'Festival Fatigued?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 51:40


    Festivals can be a means of drawing tourists and providing an economic boost to a city or neighborhood. But can these events be too much of a good thing? We discuss whether the Short North and Columbus have become festival fatigued.

    Weekly reporter roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 51:41


    The Ohio House and Senate continue to hash out the details of the state budget. The details will determine how millions of dollars will be spent and how much you pay in taxes.

    All Sides Weekend: Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 51:27


    On this edition of All Sides Weekend, host Christopher Purdy and his guests share some excellent titles that will be perfect as your next summer read.

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame exhibit explores SNL's impact on comedy, politics and music

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 53:12


    One of the show's signature elements has been its take on political comedy.

    Local reaction to Trump administration's policies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 50:13


    An expert in national security law and the Constitution joins the show to discuss the president's recent use of the National Guard in California.

    Tech Tuesday: Cyberattacks are affecting communities across Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 50:51


    Why are cyberattacks occurring so frequently, and what can we do to stop them?

    Rainy weather causing planting delays for Ohio farmers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 50:21


    On this edition of All Sides, we're talking about how recent rainy conditions and cooler temperatures are affecting Ohio farms.

    Addressing Ohio students' problems with mathematics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 50:51


    States across the country are putting millions of dollars into programs, such as math coaches and upgrading benefits. Ohio is not one of those states.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 50:50


    House lawmakers disagree with major parts of the Senate plan and there's not much time to resolve differences.

    Fascinating Ohio: a wildlife educator, an acoustic guitarist and a restaurant owner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 51:07


    This week on Fascinating Ohio, we will meet television host and YouTube star Coyote Peterson, acoustic guitarist John Morgan and restaurant owner Victor Omar D'Angelo.

    Groundwater is having a major effect on Ohio's environment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 51:18


    According to a study, Columbus is one of 28 major U. S. cities that are sinking. Groundwater extraction is the cause.

    Tech Tuesday: Database between federal gov't, software company to gather US citizens' info

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 52:24


    A new partnership between the federal government and the software company Palantir has been announced to compile a database containing the information of all Americans.

    Examining how social media sites are being used to spread hate speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 53:08


    Instagram has recently removed portions of its content moderation, and with the emergence of unrestricted platforms like Telegram and Discord, what was once something you only saw on underground hate forums has become mainstream.

    Discussing water safety as pool season gets underway

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 51:16


    We will talk about the importance of swimming lessons and learning how to be safe in and around water.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 51:16


    Hundreds of amendments introduced last week would affect everything from public school funding to state parks to Medicaid.

    Fascinating Ohio: 3 local mystery writers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 50:39


    We're talking with three notable mystery writers as part of our "Fascinating Ohio" series.

    National politics with Ken Rudin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 51:16


    The Trump administration continues to upend American institutions within the federal government and beyond.

    How will consumer finances, recent FAA troubles impact the summer travel season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 50:47


    With kids finishing the school year all across the country, the summer travel season is in full swing.

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    The state of Pride Month in the current political climate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 51:18


    Republican lawmakers in Ohio and elsewhere want to police everything from drag performances to bathroom protocol to library books.

    Tech Tuesday: How might federal government cuts impact scientific research already in progress?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 50:50


    Two scientists at Ohio State, the largest research university in the state, share their work and worries.

    NATO Parliamentary Assembly recently held in Dayton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 51:19


    We're talking about what happened at the assembly, and what the local response was.

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    Are fans getting their money's worth from stadium tour concerts?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 51:15


    For some people, a favorite summer past time is enjoying a live music performance by their favorite artist.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 51:14


    Ohio Republican lawmakers are aiming to ban people from China, Russia and other countries they deem as adversarial from owning land in the state.

    Fascinating Ohio: a drag queen, an anthrozoologist and a singer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 51:05


    Ohio knows how to put on a show. Whether it's an aerial singing performance or winning one of television's biggest drag shows, Ohio is represented.

    Addressing consumer debt on the individual and systemic level

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 50:25


    On this edition of All Sides, we're talking about addressing consumer debt and what can be done individually and at the systemic level.

    The impact of declining student enrollment on college towns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 50:41


    We're talking about how declining enrollments are causing college boom towns to go bust.

    What's being done to prevent food waste?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 51:20


    We'll hear from Misfits Market, an organization working to break the cycle of food waste. And we'll find out what local food banks are doing with surplus food from farms and grocery stores.

    Tech Tuesday: Digital camera resurgence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 50:37


    Old point-and-shoot digital cameras are trending once again. It might be time to bust out your old Canon or Sony from the attic.

    Incarcerated and pregnant

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 51:22


    When a woman in the Cuyahoga County Jail lost a pregnancy before 20 weeks, it was ruled a stillbirth, but one jail official said it didn't need to be reported because “the fetus the inmate was carrying was not incarcerated.”

    All Sides Weekend: Arts and Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 50:12


    Host Christopher Purdy and his guests preview arts and cultural events in and around Columbus, including the annual Columbus Arts Festival and performances by the Opera Project Columbus.

    Fascinating Ohio: A librarian, an art studio director and an artist laureate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 51:14


    Pablo Picasso once said, "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist when he grows up." Three women in Ohio are working to solve Picasso's dilemma and we will meet them today for Fascinating Ohio.

    State of downtown Columbus

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 51:02


    We're talking about the latest state of downtown Columbus report on this hour of All Sides.

    Examining the lack of lawyers in rural Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 51:15


    Access to legal assistance can be life changing for thousands of Americans forced to work their way through the legal system.

    Should the government be enticing Americans to have more babies?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 53:26


    People of child-bearing age cite a number of reasons why they're waiting to have a family, including money worries and a generational shift in priorities.

    Tech Tuesday: Jeff Bezos is a key investor behind the new Slate EV pickup truck

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 51:03


    There's already a sizable waiting list for the affordable, bare bones truck that customers can customize. Why is the Slate EV so inexpensive?

    Could a 'brain drain' be coming to the U.S.?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 50:52


    Europe is launching programs like “Choose Europe for Science” to try and bring American scientists across the Atlantic. With less scientists coming in, and more going out, is America experiencing a "brain drain"?

    Summer movie preview and the Ohio film industry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 51:16


    A new Superman and the final installment in the Mission Impossible franchise are expected to be two of the biggest blockbusters of the summer movie season. We'll preview what to expect at the local cineplex this summer and look at Ohio's film industry.

    Weekly reporter roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 51:18


    Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has ended his bid for governor. This leave Vivek Ramaswamy as the front-runner for the Republican nomination.

    All Sides Weekend: Books

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 51:06


    We say goodbye to book show panelist Nick White! Our favorite raconteur is joining the Harvard faculty!

    Green tips from Franklin County's Master Gardeners

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 51:06


    Do you have problems the Master Gardeners could solve? We will take your calls.

    Tech Tuesday: LinkedIn launching a grad guide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 51:06


    LinkedIn is offering a new tool aimed at helping recent graduates land a new job.

    City of Columbus sues Trump administration over cuts to homelessness assistance

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 51:17


    Many programs providing community services are facing funding cuts. One of the latest communities being affected are the homeless. According to the latest numbers, homelessness in Franklin County increased by 7.4%.

    Author examines the history of unsung women in new book

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 51:10


    We're talking with Allison Tyra, author of the new book “Uncredited." She's coming to Ohio later this week.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 51:17


    The Ohio Republican Party put its thumb on the scale for Vivek Ramaswamy, voting to endorse him for governor in 2026 over Attorney General Dave Yost and current lieutenant governor Jim Tressel.

    Fascinating Ohio: Birds, Bugs and Strings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 51:10


    We're talking with three guests who each have some fascinating interests.

    The Catholic Church's conclave and the legacy of Pope Francis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 51:17


    We're talking about the legacy of Pope Francis, the challenges facing the church and what's involved in the real-life conclave.

    The latest research as ADHD rates continue to increase

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 51:05


    The increase has led to many questions about treatments, causes and testing for ADHD.

    The United States of AmeriCorps

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 51:17


    Designed as a domestic version of the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is one of the many government agencies affected by the Dept. of Govt. Efficiency (DOGE), which aims to cut federal spending.

    Tech Tuesday: Cedar Point begins season with new rollercoaster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 51:20


    Cedar Point is getting ready for riders to enjoy its new rollercoaster, Siren's Curse, the tallest, fastest, longest tilt coaster in North America.

    Meet the three Columbus City Council candidates ahead of Tuesday's primary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 51:10


    We will hear from candidates Kate Curry-Da-Souza, Jesse Vogel and Tiara Ross to help you prepare to vote in Tuesday's primary election.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 50:55


    Tuesday is a primary election and six central Ohio school districts, some libraries and municipalities hope residents turn out to support their new requests for money or renew existing funding sources.

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