All Sides with Ann Fisher

Whether it is a cute animal, a new dance, or a delicious recipe, there is no shortage of viral moments shown to you on TikTok. Now the newest trend: regional accents.What exactly is driving this latest trend?Just as car accidents and plane crashes can have deadly consequences, so do train derailments.Reforms are being made to how train companies are required to handle hazardous materials so that communities located by train routes can have peace of mind.Prime Day, one of the largest shopping events of the year, starts on Tuesday. How can people make the most of it?Does AI have the wisdom to help people fix their relationship issues? Most people don't think so.Thinking about buying a new iPhone? It's time to start saving, because prices are expected to increase.Guests:Shane O'Neill, journalist, The Washington PostJess Conard, executive director, Rail WatchRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNET

Next to pharmaceutical ads, you can't escape ads aimed at older Americans.Whether it's about healthcare, home maintenance, or life insurance, seniors are targeted by many organizations. However, not all these products and services are on the level.Because of their trusting nature, lack of experience with technology or distance from family members, seniors can be especially vulnerable to scams.Coming up on All Sides, we're speaking with an attorney and consumer advocate about how seniors can protect themselves from scams.But no matter your age, no one is immune to scams. Find out how to protect yourself too.Guests:Creola Johnson, President's Club Professor of Law, The Ohio State University Moritz College of LawKenyetta Bagby, manager, Office of Consumer Affairs, director of community outreach

Birds can tell us a lot about our environment and the future.You've heard of the proverbial canary in the coal mine? In 2019, a grim report documented birds vanishing at an alarming and distressing rate.A new book, The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet offers a more optimistic update, noting the resurgence of some bird populations, and detailing remarkable conservation efforts taking place around the world, while not losing sight that some very real challenges remain.On this hour of All Sides, we'll hear author Scott Weidensaul's take on the future of birds and our planet.Guests:Scott Weidensaul, author, The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the PlanetJulie Zickefoose, Ohio-based naturalist and author(photo: John Sandoy/Adobe Stock)

After repeatedly postponing executions for the past seven years, Gov. Mike DeWine officially confirmed his change of heart on the death penalty.It's a policy he helped to write 45 years ago as a state lawmaker, but last week he said Ohio should abolish the death penalty and if lawmakers won't do it, then the voters should decide.We will talk about the issue on this week's reporter roundtable.Guests:Marty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comMorgan Trau, political reporter, News 5 Cleveland

A U.S. Air Force veteran recently returned to Taiwan 53 years after serving there.Columbus native and journalist TC Brown reflects on that time long ago and the geopolitical realities facing the island nation today.Growing a small business is difficult. It requires a significant amount of tech expertise. Buckeye Innovation is a software engineering team located in New Albany that helps businesses design and build digital tools.The founder has been making websites since the 6th grade and is dedicated to supporting other innovators growing their businesses.The CEO and co-founder of the Women of Color Retail Alliance was just recognized as one of Columbus Monthly's 2026 class of Inspiring Women.The organization is working to diversify retail jobs and elevate Women of Color within those roles through training and support networks.Guests:TC Brown, journalist/authorBrad Griffith, founder, Buckeye InnovationKimberly Lee Minor, CEO and co-founder, Women of Color Retail Alliance

Farmers markets serve many purposes to communities, people in need, farmers and the overall economy.Farms large and small are an important part of Ohio's economy. One place where some farmers promote their business and sell their products are local community farmers markets.Christie Welch, program specialist for direct agricultural marketing at Ohio State, will discuss the economics of farmers markets.Worthington Farmers Market director will discuss running and organizing a large-scale farmers market, and they will also bring along one vendor for the farmers perspective.Hope Thru Housing Mobile Farmers Market will discuss how they bring farmers markets to low-income areas that may lack fresh food to provide fresh and affordable produce.Guests:Christie Welch, program specialist, direct agricultural marketing, Ohio State UniversityChelsea Kayse, manager of the Worthington Farmers MarketJason Wish, owner of Wishwell FarmsSam Alexander, healthy eating and living program coordinator at Church and Community Development for All People

When Ohio native and Ohio State alum Brad Ryan's parents got divorced, it ripped his family apart.But he found a way to reconnect with his estranged grandmother by way of visiting all of America's national parks.The journey made them famous. At 93 years old, Grandma Joy became the oldest person to visit all 63 national parks, even the one in American Samoa. She achieved this goal thanks to her grandson and his Ford Escape, which took them across thousands of miles and through dozens of states.Ryan has turned their story of adventure and connection into a book: Grandma Joy and Me: A Journey of Healing, One National Park at a Time.He joins us on this hour of All Sides to discuss his travels with his grandmother.Guest:Brad Ryan, author, Grandma Joy and Me: A Journey of Healing, One National Park at a Time

On July 4, America will mark its 250th birthday.Across the country, states are planning celebrations highlighting their unique contributions to America.From aviation to presidents to music, Ohio has made significant contributions to America.On this hour of All Sides, we'll talk about Ohio's plans to celebrate America's semi-quincentennial.Guests:Todd Kleismit, executive director, America 250 — Ohio CommissionTaylor Tomu, community outreach manager, America 250 -- Ohio CommissionBobby Miller, director of production, Columbus Association of the Performing Arts

There are many different methods that companies use to recycle those plastic water bottles you toss in the blue bin. One of those ways is called chemical recycling.But one company that was doing chemical recycling in central Ohio, is both using heat -- and taking heat and is now suspending operations.In the new Toy Story 5 movie, it's a battle for play time between beloved toys Woody, Buzz and the gang – and a tablet named Lily Pad.It's a dilemma that's playing out in real life, and that got us wondering about tech, animation, and pop culture.Apple promised in 2024 we would have AI-operated Siri. Two years later, they are finally delivering: not only new AI features, but also compensation for some customers who were told their new iPhones would have those features.We're discussing these topics during this week's Tech Tuesday.Guests:Doug Swift, assistant professor, Denison University/reporter, The Reporting ProjectTiffany Knoell, associate teaching professor, Department of Popular Culture, Bowling Green State UniversityRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNET(photo: Keith Srakocic/AP)

The Columbus metropolitan area is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States.The Central Ohio Transit Authority, better known as COTA, has many projects underway to make getting around the area easier.We're talking with COTA President and CEO Monica Téllez-Fowler to find out about those initiatives on this hour of All Sides.Guest:Monica Tellez-Fowler, president and chief executive officer, Central Ohio Transit Authority

Columbus Landmark has released its 2026 Most Endangered Sites list.Included are the Fairwood Elementary School on Columbus' east side and the Beacon Building downtown.The buildings are a connection to the city's past, provide character, and attract development and tourism.However, while they may appear solidly built, letting them sit abandoned leaves them vulnerable to vandalism, declining property values, and loss of revenue for the city.Coming up, we're talking about the most endangered sites in the city and what can be done to save them.Guests:Chris Hune, CEO of Columbus Landmarks FoundationDale Ward, construction manager with Small NationFrank Quinn, director of preservation for Heritage Ohio

The FBI searched the Cleveland offices of Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a group that organizes political and voter engagement activities for left-leaning and progressive causes.Before Ohio lawmakers left for their summer recess, they made a big push to try to crack down on types of welfare fraud, with new restrictions on both Medicaid and SNAP benefits.However, their efforts to eliminate tax credits for data centers were hampered by a 40-year, 100% sales tax credit agreed to by then-Gov. John Kasich's administration during his second term. That tax break to Google, Amazon and Meta and other companies has cost the state an estimated $2.3 billion.We'll discuss this and more on the Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief of the Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter for Signal OhioMegan Henry, reporter for the Ohio Capital Journal(Photo: Samantha Hendrickson/AP)

The heat is on here in central Ohio. As the temperatures rise, many people are seeking relief. Part of the plan can include a good book, whether you read outdoors by the pool or inside under a fan or central air.All Sides Weekend Host Christopher Purdy and his guests will share some book suggestions you might want to consider adding to your stack of must-read titles.Host:Christopher Purdy, Classical 101 Morning HostGuests:Kassie Rose, WOSU Book CriticKris Hickey, youth services coordinator, Columbus Metropolitan LibraryMichelle Hermann, author and Ohio State professor of English emerita

An effort to abolish property taxes in Ohio runs out of time — for now. The group collecting signatures to put an amendment on the November ballot to eliminate property taxes in Ohio says it has fallen short of the number needed to qualify.How big a problem is fraud in Ohio? It depends on who you ask. Trump administration officials traveled to Columbus last week to say it's widespread and significant.For years, Ohio State has fought hard to limit the financial damage of the sex abuse committed by former OSU team doctor Richard Strauss. Last week, came word that the fight is nearing its end.We're talking about all of these topics on this week's reporter roundtable with guest host, WOSU Public Media's Director of Radio Mike Thompson.Guest Host:Mike Thompson, host of the Snollygoster podcast and Columbus on the RecordGuests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service

From heroin to healing to hosting.In 1994, Eric Zimmer walked through the doors of Maryhaven, an addiction treatment center in central Ohio, as a client seeking help for heroin addiction. Today, he is an author, teacher, speaker and the creator of "The One You Feed" podcast.Fifty million podcast downloads later, Zimmer shares what recovery really teaches.Zimmer has a new book called How A Little Becomes A Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life.He joins All Sides to talk about his new book. He will also discuss his journey from being a client at Maryhaven to returning decades later in recovery and now partnering with them around his new book.Guests:Eric Zimmer, author, How a Little Becomes a Lot/host of "The One You Feed" podcast

"Take the Dough, We Gotta Know" is the name of a bipartisan bill requiring more oversight into the controversial EdChoice voucher program. But will it go anywhere with mere days until summer recess?Ohio doesn't have enough oversight into EdChoice, the state-funded program giving families vouchers for their kids to go to private K-12 schools, according to two state lawmakers who say they want to change that.Senate Bill 443, introduced last Wednesday by Sen. Bill Blessing (R-Colerain Twp.) and Sen. Kent Smith (D-Euclid), would establish a dozen new accountability measures.Data centers in Ohio will no longer enjoy a key tax break at least for now.The pause, announced by Gov. Mike DeWine comes as lawmakers discuss the industry's future here.As resident anger over data centers builds and lost revenue from combined incentives tops $1 billion, which is far more than was previously known.A pastor turned Ohio lawmaker pushes a bill named for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The Ohio Supreme Court weighs in on a massive solar project in Madison County on land partially owned by Bill Gates.Calling all STEM students: the state has $26 million in college scholarships for you.We're digging into all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal Ohio

People have said “jazz is dead” for decades now, but Columbus is proof against that assertion.A Tribe for Jazz, a nonprofit organization, is on a mission to preserve the music's legacy and advance the future of jazz through visual storytelling, performances, education and community engagement.After his wife was diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease, a Columbus radiologist found himself in need of help and information.His experience led him to create EnergizeCare, an organization offering support for caregivers and individuals living with early-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease.Since its creation in 2011, Marion Matters has helped more than 300 people out of poverty. The organization provides individuals with skills and training through educational programs and coaching. We will learn more about what the work they do.It's all part of this week's Fascinating Ohio.Guests:Stephanie Matthews, executive director, A Tribe for JazzDr. Ken Vitellas, founder, EnergizeCareNatalie Longmeier, executive director, Marion Matters

According to Ohio State Highway Patrol's crash database, since Jan. 1, there have already been more than 8,000 traffic crashes in Franklin County. Officials say that's a decrease from last year.In 2021, the City of Columbus launched its multi-year Vision Zero Action Plan, an initiative aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities by 2030.The results might be promising for highway traffic, however Columbus streets remain a significant risk for pedestrians and cyclists, especially on wide, high traffic roads like Morse Road and High Street.We will learn more about what changes the city is trying to make to improve traffic safety on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Katherine Swidarski, Vision Zero coordinatorAngela Harden, research and assistant professor, Ohio State University's School of Health and Rehabilitation SciencesGinger Tornes, founder, Friends and Families for Safe Streets Columbus

World Cup Soccer 2026: We look at the hype and the money behind this super-sized sports event.How has the United States' management failed/succeeded compared to past years, and why issues like ticket and hotel prices are driving tourists away.Although Columbus is not hosting official tournament matches, the city is heavily involved in World Cup festivities, featuring a pre-tournament friendly match, international base camps and city-wide watch parties. The Ecuador national team is also training in Columbus.And Columbus Crew midfielder Max Arfsten has been selected for the United States men's team for this year's World Cup. Also, former Crew star Cucho Hernandez will suit up for Columbia.We're talking about it all on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Michael Arace, sports journalist and founder, Disrespected MediaRyan Chen, assistant professor, sports leadership and management, Miami University(Amanda Loman / AP)

As of late, the news is no laughing matter.Yet, Peter Sagal has carved out a career helping us exercise our brains and our funny bones as host of NPR's weekly quiz show, “Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!"But that's not his only gig. He's an author, marathoner and more.And he's coming to Columbus on June 7 for an evening of storytelling at the Southern Theatre.Sagal is talking with us on this hour of All Sides.Guest:Peter Sagal, host of NPR's “Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!"

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID.So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November?Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don't arrive at the board of elections on time.A new prosecution team is tapped to retry two former First Energy executives after the first trial ended in a mistrial.Gov. Mike DeWine has more than 200 days left in his term and said at a recent press event that he's proudest of his efforts to help children.We're digging into all of these topics on a special Tuesday edition of the Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal

Some colleges and universities are hesitant about students using AI, while others have embraced it.The University of Cincinnati has created its own version of an AI chatbot, BearcatGPT, becoming the first Ohio university to incorporate their own AI platform for their students.For most people, networking is vital to the progression of their careers. But is networking equal for all?We will talk about the factors that play into successful networking and if networking sometimes leads to nowhere, especially in the tech industry.And we're discussing two recent lawsuits. The first one is Elon Musk's against OpenAI, which was lost due to the timeliness of the suit. The second one is against many kids' dream vacation, Disney, and what it means for the parks.It's all part of the discussion for this week's Tech Tuesday.Guests:Bharath Prabhakaran, vice president and chief digital officer, University of CincinnatiEthel Mickey, author and assistant professor of sociology, University of California at San BernadinoRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNET

The arts are always in season in central Ohio.As the days are getting warmer, creative fever is also getting hotter for many in the local arts scene.Join host Christopher Purdy and his guests for a preview of arts and cultural events in and around Columbus.This week, Purdy and his guests preview the annual Columbus Arts Festival and the Columbus Symphony Picnic with the Pops.Host:Christopher Purdy, Classical 101 Morning HostGuests:Jami Goldstein, chief strategy officer, Greater Columbus Arts CouncilJonathan Parrish, vice president of artistic planning and programs, Columbus Symphony Eric Gibson, Opera Project Columbus

This past November, Ohio inducted their first Muslim judge for the Franklin County Municipal Court.She has been practicing as a prosecutor in Lancaster and defense attorney with her own practice in Columbus for years.We'll learn more about her journey pursuing law as a Bangladeshi Muslim woman.Founded in 2006, Wild Goose Creative is a nonprofit arts organization that serves as a community space for artists.They recently announced a new executive director, a curator with years of experience in nonprofit programming and arts education.Research suggests that urban African American girls are significantly exposed to more traumatic stressors than children of other racial groups.That's the statistic that inspires Black Girl Rising, a research project exploring urban adolescent African American girls' experiences.Guests:Ajmeri Hoque, Franklin County Municipal Court JudgeJanelle Bonfour-Mikes, executive director, Wild Goose CreativeFran Frazier, founder, Black Girl Rising

Fertility rates are declining around the world, and it's leading to dramatic generational and economic shifts.Plus, from babies to boomers. As the number of babies being born continues to fall, boomers are aging more gracefully than ever.This year, the post-World War II babies are turning 80 and they're changing old age for themselves and future generations.We're looking at why the U.S. has hit a record low fertility rate on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Wendy Manning, co-director, Bowling Green State University's National Center for Family & Marriage ResearchMichael Kuhn, Vienna Institute of Demography at the Austrian Academy of SciencesLuke Yoquinto, science writer and research associate, MIT Age Lab

Memorial Day is coming up and America's summer movie season is starting to pick up.With major releases like Marvel's "Spiderman: Brand New Day," Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," and Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," there's a lot to look forward to.What are some of the movies that might not see the reception studios expected and what are some of the biggest trends in the film industry this year?We're getting a preview of the summer movie season on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Scott Mantz, film critic, entertainment journalist and producerMel Starker, film critic, writer of Screen AddictionHope Madden, author and film critic with Madd Wolf(photo: Adobe stock)

School may be out soon, but the challenge for parents is how to keep kids reading over the summer.We check in on how the switch to the science of reading is going and how it's reshaping literacy education.Gov. Mike DeWine pushed for the change, citing persistent lagging reading scores.How have colleges and universities changed how they teach reading teachers? And will it keep kids from falling behind?Guests:Megan Henry, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalMoira Konrad, associate professor of special education, Ohio State UniversityMargo Shipp, literacy specialist, Riverside Local Schools

Click on any social media platform, and you will be flooded with advertisements.Amongst the regular ads, there are also scams, including get-rich-quick schemes and fraudulent ads. These scams may not be a simple glitch in the system. It is rather an organized effort for Meta to get richer.Two journalists from Reuters uncovered the truth about Meta with their series “Meta's Secrets of Success.”Quantum computing is one of the leading developments that applies knowledge of quantum physics to solve problems in cybersecurity, medicine and finance. We will learn more about this emerging tech field.During many universities' finals week, Canvas was hacked, causing disruptions for many universities, including Ohio State, while the system was shut down for several hours.We're talking about all of these topics during this week's Tech Tuesday.Guests:Jeff Horwitz, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, ReutersEzekiel Johnston-Halperin, co-director, Center for Quantum Information Science and EngineeringRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNET(photo: Noah Berger / AP)

According to Zillow, the U.S. housing market is expected to plummet along geographic lines with most of the decline happening in the sun belt.East of the Mississippi River, the Midwest is becoming one of the country's hottest markets.We're looking at the central Ohio real estate market during this hour of All Sides.Guests:Qiana Jones, secretary, Columbus RealtorsNate Kinkopf, producing branch manager, Neighborhood Loans

From AI to skills-based jobs, to a growing immigrant population, we're looking at what's redefining central Ohio's workforce and economy.We'll share powerful stories, elevate the voices most affected, and examine what's working and what's not.The discussion happened as part of WOSU's Inside: Reshaping Work Townhall.Host:Amy Juravich, host of All Sides with Amy Juravich, WOSU Public MediaPanel:Lisa Patt-McDaniel, CEO, AspyrChris Berry, CEO, Ohio XNadia Kasvin, director, US Together

Gov. Mike DeWine moves to tighten Medicaid measures amid concerns about possible fraud.Ohio Republicans say, "What took so long"? Democrats say, "Where's the proof to back up these allegations"?Meanwhile, the Trump administration tells states to combat fraud or lose Medicaid funding.School vouchers are back in the news as an appeals court weighs their constitutionality.It's an issue that's awash in politics and conflicting ideas about the future of public education, raising questions about the concept of choice and who should get billions in taxpayer money.Mark your calendars for Aug. 7: that's when the back-to-school sales tax weekend begins. Gone is the extended holiday, and we'll tell you why.It's all part of this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Haley BeMiller, state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Service(photo: Allison Robbert / AP)

Classical 101 Morning Host Christopher Purdy and his guests are back to hold their monthly book discussion.They will share their recommendations on good titles you might want to add to your stack of must-reads.It's coming up on this edition of All Sides Weekend.Host:Christopher Purdy, Classical 101 Morning HostGuests:Kassie Rose, WOSU Book CriticKris Hickey, youth services coordinator, Columbus Metropolitan LibraryMichelle Herman, professor emerita creative writing, Ohio State University

Every person deserves to have a place to call home.An overlooked aspect of homelessness is homeless youth.Youth that grow up on the streets often have no safe places to turn to and they depend on charitable organizations. We'll learn more about the only youth homeless center in the Dayton area.Food banks might provide whole foods, but what about those who don't have the resources to cook their own healthy meals.An organization at Hocking College takes food from food banks, grocery stores, restaurants and more, and turns it into warm and healthy meals for those in need.Have you ever wondered who plans the trivia nights at your local bars? Here in Columbus it's one guy who's just really into trivia. We'll hear more about his small business, Mixed Ologies Trivia.It's all coming up on this week's Fascinating Ohio.Guests:Courtney Patel, CEO, DaybreakDr. Jarrod Tudor, executive vice president, Hocking CollegeJason Stafford, host/founder, Mixed Ologies Trivia

A working group is meeting weekly to determine a new location for a park on Columbus' southwest side.This comes after the city decided to use McCoy Park for a new soccer training facility.Officials say that guaranteeing this land for the training facility was essential to the city's bid for a professional women's soccer team.But how did this happen? Why did a piece of land near I-71 and Greenlawn Avenue become the deciding factor in whether or not Columbus got a women's soccer team?We're talking about it on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Jordan Laird, Columbus and Franklin County government reporter, The Columbus DispatchShannon Hardin, president, Columbus City CouncilLiz Reed, chair, Southwest Area CommissionJennifer Crayton, Columbus resident(photo: Jeff Dean / AP)

What if you turned over almost all your daily tasks to AI?The time-consuming ones. The irritating ones. Would your life be better? Easier?Journalist Joanna Stern, always up for experimenting with the tech tools in our lives, did just that.She incorporated AI in nearly every aspect of her life, and her family's.A robo-dog, check; an AI consult on her mammogram, check; an AI trainer and therapist, check.And she wrote about it.Her experiment is chronicled in the new book, I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI To Do (Almost) Everything, which is out now. She talks with us about what she learned.Guest:Joanna Stern, journalist/author, I Am Not A Robot: My Year Using AI To Do (Almost) Everything

As the Midwest's fastest growing city, Columbus is undergoing many changes.There is a constant need for more housing.COTA has a new 5-year plan for expansion.And the skyline is changing. From downtown high-rises to bike lanes to new businesses, we're talking about the transit and development changes happening in and around Columbus on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Walker Evans, co-founder, Columbus UndergroundBrent Warren, reporter, Columbus Underground

As summer is quickly approaching, the summer vacation season is upon us. Many people will take a week or two to let off some steam, re-set, and explore a new corner of the world.A little preparation before departure can reduce culture shock in foreign places.Part of this preparation can include apps that will allow people to pick where to eat and how transportation works in the destination they are traveling to.We'll also discuss President Trump's idea that taking a hands-off approach to AI will allow the tech to grow and stay competitive with other countries, particularly China.But the White House may be forced into overseeing AI technology if it wants to partner with companies for use in government affairs.Then, we'll look at a new AI home companion to a majority of America, taking advice about their health from influencers, what is happening this week in technology?Guests:Ruffin Prevost, contributing writer at The New York TimesSheera Frenkel, tech reporter for The New York TimesRussell Holly, director of commerce content at CNET(photo: New Africa / Adobe Stock)

Certain cars are tied to specific decades. There were the muscle cars of the 1960s. The land yachts of the 1970s and the econoboxes of the 1980s.The cars were affordable and could be repaired easily. The inexpensive and reasonably priced family sedan has been replaced by SUVs, minivans and trucks that are larger, more technologically advanced, and expensive to repair.All Sides takes a look at what happened to the affordable car this hour.Guests:Clifford Winston, economist and senior fellow at the Brookings InstitutionEric Bowie, financial educator and host of the Smart Money Bro channel on YouTube(photo: Dave_7 / Flickr Creative Commons)

Deciding what to do after high school used to feel like a one-way street leading straight to a four-year university.Today, however, the rising cost of tuition and a shifting labor market have reopened the debate between the traditional college path and specialized trade schools.And now, the rise of artificial intelligence has added a complex layer to this age-old debateWhile a four-year degree focuses on critical thinking, and trade schools emphasize essential manual expertise, the rapid advancement of AI now threatens to automate roles in both sectors.Join All Sides as we untangle the college vs. trade school vs. AI debate.Guests:Jeff Strohl, research professor and director, Georgetown University Center on Education and the WorkforceStephanie Hightower, president & CEO, Columbus Urban LeagueKevin Fox, founder, Foxwerx Group

Ohio's primary voters have had their say, and now we move on to November's general election.The governor's race between Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton promises to be historic, expensive....and contentious.We'll have the rundown of statewide and congressional candidates squaring off in the fall. Bottom line: No big surprises.Attorney General Dave Yost calls it quits, setting up the potential for some musical chairs at the statehouse.And voters in Pickerington say no to a levy ask, leaving school leaders to grapple with stark financial realities.We're discussing all of these topics during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal(photo: Carolyn Kaster and Jay LaPrete / AP)

This year marks the centennial of Route 66, the iconic American highway stretching from Chicago to LA and celebrated in story, song and television.It's been over 30 years since the highway was decommissioned, but we will hear from one photographer who's love of Route 66 has been memorialized in the form of stamps.A local author is fusing history lessons with ghost stories to create a fun and interesting way to learn Ohio history. Having already written two books in his “Ohio Kids” series and coming out with a third, he is continuing his family tradition of finding new ways of teaching.Cost should never prevent students from sharing experiences with their peers and having a good time. Fairy Goodmothers is a Worthington boutique that allows high school students to pick out prom dresses for free.Guests:David J. Schwartz, Route 66 Fine Art & Editorial PhotographerLogan Lyons, authorKatie Persico, president, Fairy Goodmothers

All eyes are on the economy — watching oil prices, grocery costs and inflation.Nobody is watching it closer than the Federal Reserve, the body responsible for setting interest rates that affect everything from mortgages to car loans to business borrowing.And the most recent Fed meeting was a doozy, as Fed meetings go: members kept interest rates steady, but one faction dissented and that included the president of the Federal Reserve of Cleveland.Joining us today to talk about the economy, inflation and the role of the Fed is president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Beth Hammack.Guests:Beth Hammack, president/CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of ClevelandBenjamin Ayers, senior economist, Nationwide

Spring is finally here, and it's time to dust off those trowels and watering cans with the start of the gardening season.From edible plants to shrubbery, herbs, and flowers, gardening can be a rewarding and fun experience, but also stressful and nerve-racking.What are some of the best tips for new and experienced gardeners, and is there anything different this year than in the past?We will have experts ready to answer all the questions you have, from what you should plant this year to key dates and interesting tips.Plus, we will have a preview of the popular Chadwick Arboretum Plant Sale.Guests:Laura Deeter, director, Chadwick Arboretum and Learning GardensKatie Carey, owner and founder, Columbus FoodscapesMike Hogan, extension educator/associate professor of agriculture and natural resources, Ohio State University

Prevention is a powerful form of civic action: that's according to a new book that explores the “prevention gap” in society.Find out why adopting a true prevention mindset is essential to protecting public health and building a more resilient future.The Preventioneers: Diseases, Disasters, and the Discoveries that Changed Our World by Dr. Barry R. Davis chronicles the work of people who recognized the warning signs of disaster and intervened.Hear from Dr. Davis about what we can learn from these prevention pioneers or “preventioneers” to make the world a better place in the future.Guest:Dr. Barry Davis, author, The Preventioneers: Diseases, Disasters, and the Discoveries That Changed Our World

If you haven't yet bought anything on TikTok Shop, odds are you will eventually.Through videos and clever user appeals it is moving merchandise. Both shoppers and retailers are taking notice.TikTok Shop is expected to make up a quarter of all U.S. social commerce sales by 2027.How are they doing it?More central Ohio police departments are scanning our license plates and our car's make and model.We're talking about why and the technology behind it.And how is YouTube protecting people from AI deepfakes and with rising costs is the delivery meal kit boom finally starting to fall?Discussions on these topics and more is all part of this week's Tech Tuesday.Guests:Peter Adams, senior reporter, Marketing DiveKatie Geniusz, reporter, WOSU Public MediaRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNET

Columbus is the only major U.S. city without a train station, but that could change.Interest in passenger rail connecting Ohio's major cities and the bordering states is growing.On the heels of the recent Ohio Rail Summit, we're talking about the latest updates on the push for passenger rail in Ohio.Guests:Marc Magliari, senior public relations manager, AmtrakParaq Agrawal, chief mobility and development officer, Mid-Ohio Regional Planning CommissionJohn Esterly, executive director, All Aboard Ohio

A new report from the American Immigration Council shows that immigrants play a crucial role in Ohio's economy.In 2023, immigrants earned $27.3 billion in income and paid $7.3 billion in local, state and federal taxes.Immigrants help fill Ohio's workplace shortages.Hear from the City of Columbus about how they are connecting immigrants to in-demand jobs in central Ohio.And learn about the key role H-2A Visa workers play in Ohio's food system.Guests:Micaela McConnell, policy manager on the State and Local Initiatives team, American Immigration CouncilKym Douglas, director of the City of Columbus' Department of NeighborhoodsAnisa Kline, human geographer and researcher with expertise in immigration, guest worker programs and farmworker health

The U.S. Supreme Court last week took on two issues that will directly affect Ohioans.One involves the future of Haitians in Ohio with temporary protected status.The other weakens the decades-old Voting Rights Act, a law intended to ensure more racially-balanced voting districts.The Ohio Supreme Court says AEP Ohio customers won't get any money back after paying millions to support two aging coal plants.Have you voted yet? Tomorrow is Election Day and it's your chance to select the candidates who will face off in November. Polls open at 6:30 a.m.Controversial Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. comes to Cleveland on Thursday.We're discussing all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Kathryn Mobley, education and politics reporter, WYSOJeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service(photo: Luis Andres Henao / AP)

Humtown, a family-owned producer of 3D sand cores and molds, was founded in Columbiana, Ohio.Since its founding in 1959 as a small pattern shop, they have now become a global leader in 3D printing.The owner was recently awarded the honor of Ohio Small Businessperson of the Year.It is the Chamber Music Connection's 35th anniversary. The nonprofit music academy has been teaching children and adults chamber music here in Columbus.We will learn more about the expert behind the programs and all they have to offer.The award-winning documentary "No Sleep Til Kyiv" was released in January. A volunteer representing Ohio's 8thand 10th districts as a delegate for the American Coalition for Ukraine was featured in the film.We will hear more about his advocacy and efforts.It's all part of this week's edition of Fascinating Ohio.Guests:Mark Lamoncha, CEO/president, Humtown/Ohio's 2026 Small Businessperson of the YearDeborah Barrett Price, artistic director, Chamber Music Connection, Inc.Jon Gudorf, realtor/truck driver for Ukraine humanitarian aid

Pop-tarts, Cheerios, Eggo waffles, and Starbucks lattes. What do they have in common? They all now have protein versions of the original product.Walking through a grocery store and ordering at restaurants you can't help but notice protein this and protein that.But by the time you had the option to order off Chipotle's high-protein menu, fiber came along.The risk of colon cancer is increasing in younger ages, and fiber is a key factor. About 95% of American adults and children do not consume the recommended amounts. This has gained attention on social media.Social media has surfaced terms like protein and fiber “maxxing,” focused on consuming high amounts of these nutrients.It's true, protein and fiber are both very important. But how much is too much? And how do we know which social media diet trends to trust and which ones are just junk?Guests:Ari Bond, lab operations analyst and human nutrition instructor, Ohio State UniversityCandace Pumper, registered dietitian, Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterDaiva E. Nielsen, PhD, Canada Research Chair in Ingestive Behavior/associate professor, School of Human Nutrition, McGill University(photo: airborne77 / adobe stock)

More than 200 data centers are located across Ohio.The rapid rate of data center expansion brings to the forefront a host of issues, from land use to power and water consumption to economic benefits.Today, we're talking about the pros and cons and how Ohio is addressing them, as rural residents and others mobilize in hopes of bringing the issue to voters.Guests:Austin Baurichter, Brown County attorney leading anti-data center amendment effortJeffrey Bielicki, associate professor/research lead on sustainable energy, Ohio State Sustainability InstituteDan Diorio, vice president of state policy, Data Center Coalition