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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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    • May 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    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.

    Fascinating Ohio: an author, jazz drummer and a zoo director

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 50:47


    On this week's edition of Fascinating Ohio, we talk with author Marty Ross-Dolen, jazz drummer Jim Rupp and Cincinnati Zoo director Thane Maynard.

    National politics with Ken Rudin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 50:50


    This week marks the 100th day of the second Trump administration.

    Former US Secretary of Education John B. King Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 50:15


    John B. King Jr. served in President Barack Obama's cabinet as the 10th U.S. Secretary of Education.

    Update on Ohio's opioid settlement funds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 50:35


    We're getting an update on the status of Ohio's opioid settlement funds on this hour of All Sides.

    Tech Tuesday: How are 'ghost guns' created?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 50:37


    Accused killer Luigi Mangione allegedly used a ghost gun to murder UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last December.

    How is the federal court system structured?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 50:51


    We'll learn about the tools at the disposal of the federal judiciary, and the way judges and courts influence the creation and implementation of policy.

    Bigfoot in Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 50:33


    With an upcoming conference on Bigfoot at Salt Fork State Park near Cambridge, Ohio, where does Bigfoot fit within Ohio history?

    Weekly reporter roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 50:19


    The Trump administration will back off on terminating the legal status of international students. The move comes after many students, including two from Ohio State, filed court challenges.

    All Sides Weekend: Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 50:37


    Host Christopher Purdy and his guests discuss recent and not-so-recent books and offer their recommendations for your next book club selection or nightstand read.

    Fascinating Ohio: A Buckeye champion, a Columbus suit maker and a local tattoo shop owner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 50:57


    This week on Fascinating Ohio, we are talking with former Ohio State football player Jack Sawyer, Pursuit owner Nate DeMars and RedTree Tattoo Gallery owner Durb Morrison.

    Discussing the Trump administration's relationship with the US Supreme Court

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 51:00


    We will hear from a U.S. Supreme Court expert who says history offers insight into the ramifications of a potential clash between the nation's judiciary and the Trump administration.

    The benefits and challenges of working in a family-owned business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 50:53


    On this edition of All Sides, we're talking about the challenges and advantages of joining the family business.

    Who should help pay for new stadiums?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 50:47


    It's not just the Cleveland Browns who want a handout. The Bengals want one too. Who will be next?

    Tech Tuesday: Problems with proper punctuation while texting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 50:31


    We're learning the unspoken rules of Gen Z texting and how tone can be misinterpreted over text.

    The 55th anniversary of Earth Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 50:50


    Tuesday marks the 55th anniversary of Earth Day.

    Weekly Reporter Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 50:22


    People have opinions, from school funding to libraries to building a domed stadium for the Cleveland Browns.

    Fascinating Ohio: a mentor, butterfly advocate and a folk singer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 50:35


    This week on Fascinating Ohio, we're meeting a mentor, a butterfly advocate, and a folk singer.

    Lack of research on women's health

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 50:49


    It wasn't until 1993 that women were required to be included in clinical trials.

    Columbus author Maggie Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 50:22


    Author Maggie Smith will talk about her career, her life in Columbus and her new book.

    The impact of funding cuts to cultural education

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 50:59


    Libraries in Ohio are facing a double-whammy: less funding in the state budget and cuts at the federal level. Who will tell these stories and preserve this history now?

    Tech Tuesday: Intel enters joint venture with Taiwanese chipmaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 50:33


    We're talking about how tariffs will affect the semiconductor industry.

    Development and keeping the rural feel of central Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 50:01


    We'll talk about conservation efforts that are underway to maintain the rural character of central Ohio.

    Celebrating the sounds of Ohio: Bands from the Buckeye State

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 50:55


    There's a reason the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame resides in Ohio.

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