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A 90-day suspension of Ohio's 38.5-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax and 47-cent diesel tax will go into effect on Sunday. The tax holiday is expected to cost the state $726 million, with the lost revenue covered by the state's general revenue fund. The Senate passed the bill 26-5 and the House approved it 78-16. Gov. DeWine signed the bill into law on Thursday. Many lawfully present immigrants in Northeast Ohio no longer qualify for Medicaid under new federal eligibility rules, though green card holders are excluded from the changes. Those who lose coverage will be moved to a program covering emergency medical care, while local organizations such as Re:Source Cleveland work to connect affected immigrants with healthcare and other resources. The Cleveland Community Police Commission voted to pause the use of automated license plate readers, including Flock cameras, starting Jan. 1 unless the city adopts an updated policy after public review and community input. The commission cited concerns about data access, information sharing and immigration-related searches, while Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd said the department is not aware of any illegal use of the technology by its officers. Gov. Mike DeWine has asked the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to begin the process of ending E-Check, the vehicle emissions testing program required every two years for drivers in seven Northeast Ohio counties. The Ohio EPA will hold a 30-day public comment period to allow for additional input from residents and stakeholders. Once the period ends, the Ohio EPA plans to submit its request to the U.S. EPA by the end of 2026. We'll discuss these stories and more on the Friday Reporters Roundtable hosted by Stephanie Haney, in this week for Mike McIntyre. Guests:- Kabir Bhatia, Senior Reporter, Arts & Culture, Ideastream Public Media- Michelle Jarboe, Reporter, News 5 Cleveland, WEWS- Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Future of the economy How will the actions and policies of today impact our economic future? From businesses investing heavily in artificial intelligence to increased government tariffs to the building of data centers and ensuing public backlash? Longtime public media fans will have heard David Brancaccio's voice for more than a decade as the host of the Marketplace Morning Report sharing daily updates on the economy, but his new role has him focused on the future as the "future effects" senior correspondent for Marketplace. Brancaccio is coming to Cleveland next week for a private Ideastream IdeaLeader event and joins host Stephanie Haney for Thursday's "Sound of Ideas" ahead of his visit to talk about this job change and recent reporting. Guest: - David Brancaccio, Future Effects Correspondent, Marketplace "Best of Cleveland" awards Last week, Cleveland Magazine announced the winners of the 2026 Best of Cleveland awards. Cleveland Scene shared their winners in July. The lists both honor city favorites - from shopping spots, to artisans, entertainment venues, and even local personalities across Northeast Ohio. Winners are chosen by both readers and editors. And they're teaming up for a Best of Cleveland party on Thursday, Oct. 15th at the Great Lakes Science Center. We'll highlight some of these winners on Thursday's show. We'll also talk to some food-related winners for this installment of our biweekly series, "The Menu" in collaboration with Cleveland Magazine. Guests: - Tyren Craemer, Vice President, Wax Mage Records, Design Specialist, Gotta Groove Records - Becky Hopp, Co-Owner, Grateful Heart Yoga and Wellness - Nick Robson, Owner & Founder, Ohio Pie Co. - Chris Nguyen, Co-Owner, Superior Pho - Dillon Stewart, Executive Editor, Cleveland Magazine

Medicaid covers about a quarter of Ohioans and nearly 1 in 3 people in Cuyahoga County. The state and federal program provides health insurance to low-income people, people with disabilities, older adults and pregnant women and children, as well as some noncitizens who meet eligibility requirements. But starting Thursday, changes to the program will begin affecting who can qualify and stay enrolled. On Oct. 1, federal rules will change eligibility for some immigrants who are lawfully living in the U.S. and enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program, or CHIP. Then, beginning Jan. 1, adults ages 19 to 64 who don't qualify for an exemption will have to regularly show they're working, in school or participating in community service for a total of 80 hours a month to maintain their Medicaid coverage. Some people will be exempt from these requirements, and states will be responsible for determining how the rules are applied. So, what do these changes mean for Ohio Medicaid recipients, and what should people know before the new requirements take effect? We'll discuss on Wednesday's "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney. Guests: - Rea Hederman, Vice President of Policy, The Buckeye Institute - Daniel Skinner, Ph.D., Professor, Health Policy, Ohio University - Madelaine Matej MacQueen, Ph.D., Budget Researcher, Policy Matters Ohio - Kevin Gowan, Director, Cuyahoga County Department of Job and Family Services

As Ohioans cast their ballots for who will become the next governor, the final result will make history, no matter who wins. If it's Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, he'll become Ohio's first Indian American and billionaire governor, as well as the first Hindu governor in the United States. If Democrat Dr. Amy Acton gets the most votes, she'll become the first elected woman and Jewish governor of Ohio. And if Libertarian Don Kissick upsets the two major party candidates, he'll become the first Libertarian governor of Ohio. "Sound of Ideas" host Stephanie Haney talked with each of the candidates in one-on-one prerecorded interviews lasting roughly 20 minutes each, and we're sharing those conversations with you today. The questions came from research on the candidates, as well as conversations we had this summer with voters at libraries across Northeast Ohio as part of our Listen, Engage, Vote initiative. We also asked for input from "Sound of Ideas" audience members on social media. First, we'll hear from Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, then Democrat Dr. Amy Acton, and then Libertarian Don Kissick. Guests: -Vivek Ramaswamy, Republican Candidate for Ohio Governor -Amy Acton, M.D., Democratic Candidate for Ohio Governor -Don Kissick, Libertarian Candidate for Ohio Governor

Voting Q&A Next Tuesday, early voting begins for the important midterm elections, including many high profile races in Ohio, from U.S. Senator and Congressional seats that could change the balance of power in Congress, to a history-making governor's race no matter who wins that role, plus every statewide office, from Attorney General to Secretary of State, and even two Ohio Supreme Court seats. That's all in addition to local races and issues like school levies. Monday, Oct. 5 is the deadline to register to vote. Have you checked your registration status? And do you have everything you need to vote this election? On Monday's "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we've invited Jen Miller, head of the League of Women Voters of Ohio, on to answer your questions about voting access ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. Guest: - Jen Miller, Executive Director, League of Women Voters of Ohio U.S. Senate Race Candidate Interview The country is watching Ohio's U.S. Senate race closely this election year, as the November midterm election approaches. Vice President JD Vance left his Senate seat vacant, when he became second in command following President Donald Trump's win in 2024. Governor Mike DeWine appointed then-Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted to temporarily take over that spot, and this year, Ohioans will vote on who fills the remaining two years left on that term. Husted is running on the Republican ticket, hoping the retain the seat. On the Democratic side, Sherrod Brown is hoping to rejoin his former colleagues in the Senate, after losing his re-election bid to current Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno in 2024. Two others have joined the contest, Libertarian candidate Bill Redpath and Independent candidate Gregory Levy. Host Stephanie Haney spoke with Sherrod Brown recently in a one-on-one prerecorded interview, and we're sharing that conversation with you today. We had an interview scheduled with Husted for last Thursday, but his spokesperson told us he needed to reschedule due to Senate business, and we are still working to secure a new date for that conversation. We do have interviews scheduled with Redpath and Levy. We'll bring you each of these conversations in October. The questions we're asking these candidates came from research on the candidates, as well as conversations we had this summer with voters at libraries across Northeast Ohio as part of our Listen, Engage, Vote initiative. We also asked for input from our audience members on social media. Guest: -Sherrod Brown, Democratic Candidate & Former Ohio U.S. Senator These conversations are part of Ideastream's Listen, Engage, Vote initiative. This summer, our staff went to libraries across Northeast Ohio to hear what people cared about ahead of the midterms. We're using those conversations with voters to help inform our election coverage.

The Cleveland Orchestra are on strike after months of contract negotiations failed to produce an agreement. Musicians say they remain "far apart" from management on salary and health care costs, and they also want a greater voice in the audition process. A Friday concert in Michigan has been canceled, while musicians plan to perform free chamber concerts Saturday at Plymouth Church in Shaker Heights. If an agreement is reached by Sunday night, the orchestra could still leave Monday for a European tour. Ohio lawmakers will return to Columbus next Wednesday for a rare session focused on a proposed 90-day suspension of the state's gas tax. The vote could cost the state more than $600 million in revenue, with the Ohio Department of Transportation potentially absorbing the loss. The proposal is backed by Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy and Democratic nominee Amy Acton, who both called for a gas tax holiday earlier this week. Nearly 209,000 Ohio voter registrations are scheduled to be purged from the voter rolls in January. The Ohio Secretary of State's office says the registrations belong to voters who have moved, entered confirmation status or remained inactive for at least four years after receiving a confirmation notice. Voters can check the state's Registration Readiness Database to see whether their registration is on the list, and no registrations will be removed before the November 2026 election. Eligible voters can prevent cancellation by voting, confirming or updating their registration information, or completing other qualifying voter activity. A Cleveland City Council member plans to introduce legislation Monday to repeal the city's prohibition on recreational fires and backyard firepits. Councilmember Charles Slife says the 1977 ban was enacted over air-quality concerns, but Cleveland's air quality has improved significantly since then. The legislation would still need to go through committee and a full council vote. We'll discuss these stories and more on the Friday Reporters Roundtable hosted by Mike McIntyre. Guests: - Glenn Forbes, Deputy Editor of News, Ideastream Public Media - Andrew Meyer, Deputy Editor of News, Ideastream Public Media- Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Social media and AI scams are on the rise With the growth of artificial intelligence and an increasingly digital world, scammers have adapted the tools they are using to trick even tech-savvy consumers. The Federal Trade Commission, or FTC, reported that nearly $16 billion was lost to scams last year. Social media has played a large role in how scammers are accessing victims. 30% of people who reported fraud losses in 2025 said the scam originated on social media. Through personal data shared by social media users, scammers can find your friends and family, your workplace, your interests and the content you are most likely to engage with. They can then use that information to defraud you. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll talk about how people can protect themselves from scams. To learn more about investment scams, you can find a recording of Cuyahoga County's Scam Squad training here. To learn more about making safe investments, check out the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's website here. If you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam, contact law enforcement or you can reach out to the Scam Squad at 216-443-SCAM (7226). Guests:- Sheryl Harris, Director, Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs- Robert Mascio, Director, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Investor Education Foundation "Shuffle" Later, it's another installment of our music podcast, "Shuffle." This week we'll hear from a Cuyahoga Falls trio airing their frustrations about indigestion, the 9-to-5 grind and other middle age issues through music. Host Amanda Rabinowitz talked with Phantom Lease about making carefully crafted songs with a sense of humor. Guests:- Amanda Rabinowitz, Host and Producer, "Shuffle" and "All Things Considered"- Jacob Trombetta, Musician, Phantom Lease- Brenden Vencel, Musician, Phantom Lease- Mary Riley, Musician, Phantom Lease

Neurodivergence doesn't look the same in everyone. Some people learn to mask traits they believe set them apart, while others don't recognize their symptoms until college or early adulthood. For some, it can mean years of being treated for other conditions before considering autism, ADHD or OCD. But even once someone suspects they may be neurodivergent, getting a diagnosis can be time-consuming and expensive. However, more adults are asking these questions. A study from the Ohio State University College of Medicine found that 1 in 4 adults surveyed suspected they had undiagnosed ADHD, but only about 13% of the group had discussed that suspicion with a healthcare professional. Autism diagnoses among children have also increased substantially over the last two decades, leading to a rise in adult diagnoses as the condition becomes better understood. More people are sharing their stories online and terms like masking and stimming have entered everyday conversation. Even tools once marketed primarily for people with sensory or attention needs, like fidget toys, have become mainstream. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll talk with Northeast Ohioans whose diagnoses came later in life and learn what changed once they had answers to questions they'd carried since childhood. Guests:- Andrew Parker, Author and Advocate, “Life Is a Joke and I'm The Punchline”- Doug Blecher, Founder, Autism Personal Coach and Neurodiverse Culture Festival- Tasha Simpson, AuDHD Content Creator, Entrepreneur, Theatre Artist- Karen Krainz-Edison, Associate Director of College Support Programs, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center- Joy Harris, Leader, Stark County OCD Support Group

Wellness Tech People have long sought to improve their physical health and outward appearance through the use of various objects. Whether that be simple free weights, complex exercise machines, acupuncture needles, dry brushes, pills, powders, and more. But as we move through the computer age, wellness tech is becoming more advanced, as well as becoming a big business. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas," we'll learn more about some of the latest trends in the area of wellness technology, everything from infrared lights that could aid in muscle recovery, to the latest updates for your Apple Watch, which is getting better at tracking your exercise. Are there actually benefits to some of these new devices, or are they just a 21st century snake oil? Guests: - Jacob Wolf, LAc, ND, Naturopathic Doctor, University Hospitals - Conor Whole Health - Angela Moscaritolo, Managing Editor, Consumer Electronics, PC Mag "Sing Out For Democracy" This year marks 250 years since the United States gained its independence. While some view this as a time to celebrate, others feel the current division in our country and its complicated history are at odds with the democratic principles on which the United States was said to be founded. This Thursday at 6 p.m., a nonpartisan civic engagement initiative, Sing Out for Democracy, is hoping to unite Clevelanders through song and remind all of us that in a democracy, power belongs to the people. The concert will be held at the Simon and Rose Mandel Theatre on Tri-C's Eastern Campus. Tuesday we'll discuss how Sing Out for Democracy came to be and how organizers think it will bring people together. Guests: - Amy Morgenstern, Founder, Sing Out for Democracy; President, Main Stream Enterprises - Eugenia Cash, Singer, Sing Out for Democracy; Director of Social Support Services, City of Cleveland's Mayor's Office of Prevention, Intervention and Opportunity for Youth and Young Adults - Kurt Treu, Singer, Sing Out for Democracy; Owner and CEO, The Renascence Group

In Ohio, about 1 in 18 people are foreign born. A little more than half of this group have become U.S. citizens, but about 48% of them have not. For those who haven't, the path to do has become significantly slower during President Donald Trump's second term. On Monday's episode of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney in our "Law of The Land" series where we look at how the law affects our everyday lives, we'll talk through what it takes to become a U.S. citizen, as the number of approved applications has dropped dramatically since the start of 2026, naturalization processing times have doubled nationwide over the past year and more than a dozen naturalization ceremonies in the Cleveland area have been canceled since April. We'll hear from several brand-new U.S. citizens about their journeys, talk with an elected Cleveland leader about the role immigrants play in the city and get clarity on legal requirements from an attorney, with important context shared by our government reporter. Read Sean's reporting here: https://www.ideastream.org/government-politics/2026-09-17/citizenship-ceremonies-mostly-vanish-in-cleveland-as-naturalizations-slow-under-trump-policies Guests: - Tanmay Shah, Ward 12 Representative, Cleveland City Council - Faith Isaya, New U.S. Citizen, Born in Tanzania - Corrylee Drozda, Supervising Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Cleveland - Sean McDonnell, Government Reporter covering Cleveland and Cuyahoga County, Ideastream Public Media

Statewide math and English scores have reached five-year highs, according to Ohio's public and charter school report cards for the 2025-26 school year. Akron received three stars, Cleveland received two-and-a-half and Youngstown improved to three stars, meeting state standards for the first time in 25 years. Statewide, chronic absenteeism also declined, but about 38% of students were not proficient in English language arts and 44% were not proficient in math. Federal immigration officials canceled 13 naturalization ceremonies in the Cleveland area this year, with nearly all scheduled between May and October. Nationwide, citizenship approvals have dropped while the backlog of naturalization applications has grown, with average processing times approaching a year. In Cleveland, attorneys say the longer waits are leaving people stuck in the process for months longer before they can take the Oath of Allegiance. Reps. Tristan Rader (D-Lakewood) and David Thomas (R-Jefferson) are working on a bipartisan bill that would require utility companies to reimburse customers for food and medicine lost during prolonged power outages. The proposal would require utilities to offer an automatic $50 daily credit when power outages go on for more than 16 hours in normal conditions and more than 36 hours during gray-sky conditions. The credit would be offered after 72 hours in catastrophic conditions, defined as severe weather causing outages that hit over 10% of a utility's customers. The bill is still being drafted, and other lawmakers could still sign on to it. Cleveland's St. Patrick's Day Parade is getting a new route in 2027, moving from Superior Avenue back to Euclid Avenue after nearly 20 years. The parade will begin at Playhouse Square and travel through downtown, including Gateway and Public Square. The change comes as the city plans to add bike lanes to Superior Avenue, which had been the parade's route since construction of the RTA HealthLine forced the move in 2008. The 2027 parade is scheduled for March 17 at 1:04 p.m. We'll discuss these stories and more on the Friday Reporters Roundtable hosted by Mike McIntyre. Guests:- Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media- Gabriel Kramer, Reporter/Producer, Ideastream Public Media- Andrew Meyer, Deputy Editor of News, Ideastream Public Media- Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Restaurants support West Side Market Cleveland's historic West Side Market in Ohio City has teamed up with 14 Northeast Ohio restaurants for Restaurant Month — an initiative that will help support the market's major $70 million transformation project. The restaurants are offering specials that relate to the market, and in many cases use ingredients from market vendors, and at the end of September, they'll give a portion of the proceeds to the renovation campaign. This Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we're talking to some of the participating restaurant owners and the West Side Market as part of this installment of "The Menu," our biweekly series about Northeast Ohio's food scene in partnership with Cleveland Magazine. Guests:- Camille Rose Dickson, Director of Development & Partnerships, Cleveland Public Market Corporation.- Karen Small, Chef and Owner, Juneberry Table.- Shawnda Moye, Chef and Owner, Roaming Biscuit.- Alex Budin, Owner, Jukebox St. Paddy's Day Parade update There will be no St. Patrick's Day parade on Superior Ave. in Cleveland next year. That's because the action is shifting to a new route that starts at Playhouse Square. Ideastream's Senior Arts & Culture Reporter, Kabir Bhatia, sat down with the organizers to learn about what's happening with the parade in 2027. Guests:- Patrick T. Murphy, Director Emeritus, Parade Committee- Margie Bodle, Executive Director, Parade Committee- Kabir Bhatia, Senior Reporter, Arts & Culture, Ideastream Public Media "The Black Shield" Book Many of Wilbert Cooper's family members were Black police officers. Growing up in the Cleveland suburbs, he heard stories of his family in the line of duty. Then 2020 happened, and George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis by police officers. Protests broke out around the country demanding justice for his death and major police reform. It was during that time Cooper was faced with a question: Can Black officers create the radical change that many communities are calling for? Cooper went looking for answers, and started with The Black Shield Police Association, an organization of Black police officers in Cleveland that tries to shape law enforcement's approach to racism and discrimination. Cooper's new book, "The Black Shield: An American Memoir of Family and Power," explains what he found. Cooper is also a journalist for The Marshall Project, which focuses on criminal justice. He spoke with Ideastream's Richard Cunningham about his book. Guests:- Wilbert Cooper, Author, "The Black Shield: An American Memoir of Family and Power"- Richard Cunningham, Engaged Journalism Reporter, Ideastream Public Media

Living with chronic pain Chronic pain is generally defined as pain that lasts for more than three months, and it can stem from an injury, an illness, inflammation or sometimes a cause doctors can't identify. Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults experiences chronic pain, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Chronic pain becomes more common with age and is slightly more common among women, but it can affect people at any age. When pain becomes a constant part of someone's life, its effects can extend far beyond physical, affecting sleep, mobility, mental health, relationships and the ability to work or participate in everyday life. Wednesday on the “Sound of Ideas,” hosted by Stephanie Haney, we're talking about what it means to live with pain that doesn't go away, and whether there are ways to change the way we understand and respond to it. Guests:- Pavan Tankha, D.O., Medical Director, Comprehensive Pain Recovery, Cleveland Clinic- Robert Saper, M.D., Chair, Department of Wellness and Preventative Medicine & Nancy J. and Michael F. Roizen Chair of Wellness, Cleveland Clinic- Gary Klein, Creator and Facilitator, Northeast Ohio Pain Support Group- Talia, "Disabled.Girlie," Chronic Illness Content Creator "Cleveland Mafia Summit" In December of 1928, two dozen well-dressed men caught the eye of a Cleveland police officer outside of the Statler Hotel in Playhouse Square. After jotting down their names from the hotel register and passing them off to the detective's bureau, the authorities realized they had stumbled upon a collection of mafia members, right around the same time as a telegram had come in warning that some of Al Capone's men were traveling to Cleveland for a meeting. Why did these gangland members choose Northeast Ohio for their summit? What were they here to talk about? And what happened to each of these 23 men, after 75 officers descended upon the Statler to bust up their plans? To end the hour, we'll learn the answers to these questions with the help of "Cleveland Mafia Summit" author Don Billie. Guest:- Don Billie, Author, "Cleveland Mafia Summit"

Legacy Media's Return Across Northeast Ohio, shops are popping up that are catering to a growing analog movement. These are stores that deal in vinyl records, VHS tapes, video games from Nintendo and SEGA, as well as other legacy media. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas," with guest host Drew Maziasz, we'll hear from Cleveland Magazine's Annie Nickoloff, who dug into this love of older media. Is there something we're losing when we only consume media from streaming services and digital platforms? Or are these older, analog media formats simply the latest trend in nostalgia? Guests: - Kabir Bhatia, Senior Arts Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Annie Nickoloff, Editor, Cleveland Magazine - Jonathon Carmichael, Owner, Killer Video - Emily Laurance, Director, Cleveland Silent Film Festival "The Small Stuff" Then, we turn our attention to a new book from Ian Bogost, a contributor to The Atlantic. "The Small Stuff" is all about finding more gratification in life, which Bogost often ties to creating a deeper connection and appreciation of life's small moments. In the book, Bogost writes about everything from finding joy in the feeling of a steering wheel under your finger tips, to finding out how to waste time without thinking of it as a waste of time. He spoke with "Sound of Ideas" Coordinating Producer Drew Maziasz. Guests: - Ian Bogost, Author, "The Small Stuff"; Contributor, "The Atlantic" - Drew Maziasz, Coordinating Producer, Ideastream Public Media

Ohio's Incarcerated Youth Ohio's juvenile justice system is supposed to be a safe place to reform troubled youth, so they can enter the world of adulthood as productive citizens. But years of reporting and firsthand accounts from both staff and former incarcerated youth find that the system is broken. Instead, there is violence against other youth and staff, understaffing, and neglect. And sometimes, formerly incarcerated youth credit their time in juvenile prison as a big reason why they are locked up as an adult. A 2023 study that followed formerly incarcerated kids in Ohio found they are six times more likely to die violent deaths in the seven years after their release than kids who hadn't been locked up. C.P. Handler is a social worker and youth advocate who worked for years in Ohio's state and county juvenile detention centers. She has written about her experiences in a new book called, "The Light Within the Walls," and she joins us for Monday's "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Drew Maziasz, in for Stephanie Haney. Tuesday night there is a book launch and panel discussion happening at JFX in University Heights, which stands for Jewish Family Experience, featuring people who have touched the juvenile justice system. We've also invited some of those panelists to join in this conversation. We reached out to the Ohio Department of Youth Services to comment on some of the claims from the book. After the taping of this show, we did receive the following statement: At this time, we have not read the book and cannot speak directly to its content. However, we take all incidents related to contraband and assault very seriously at our agency. With it being over a decade since this employee has been with DYS, many things have changed, including different leadership at the Cuyahoga Hills facility.    Even this past year, we've had historic accomplishments, including one of the largest graduating classes at Cuyahoga Hills' Luther E. Ball High School for academic year 2025-2026. DYS had the highest number of diploma graduates ever and record-highs for the number of industry credentials and skill certificates earned by students for academic year 2025-2026.   Additionally, Cuyahoga Hills hosts reentry resource fairs for youth, where staff coordinate with dozens of organizations to come to the facility to meet youth for networking, resources, and job opportunities to support them upon their release back into Ohio's communities. Guests: - C.P. Handler, Social Worker, Youth Advocate & Author, "The Light Within The Walls" - Mike-Mike, formerly incarcerated person - Ben Wenger, Social Worker, Therapist & Owner, Wenger Counseling in Woodmere & Beachwood Cleveland VOTES Documentary This November marks a pivotal election for Ohio, as it decides on a new governor, U.S. Senator, and many other important races, yet for the over one million Ohioans with disabilities, navigating the poll booth can be a discouraging experience. Inaccessible polling tables for wheelchair users, a lack of American Sign Language translators for deaf voters, and minimal information for voters with disabilities make the voting process more difficult than it needs to be, according to a new documentary from the nonpartisan organization, Cleveland VOTES, called "Voting in the Land: Accessibility and the Ballot." The short is part of a larger documentary series highlighting the experiences of voters in Cleveland. It is being featured at the 2026 Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival on Saturday night, as part of their "Stories of Resistance" program. LEAP will host its fifth annual March for Access on Saturday starting at Market Square Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. If you want to learn more about becoming an accessible voting advocate, you can check out the Cleveland VOTES' toolkit. Guests: - Brianna Zgodinski, Communications & Narrative Strategist, Cleveland VOTES; Creator & Producer, "Voting in the Land: Accessibility and the Ballot" - Saphire Murphy, Community Engagement Specialist, LEAP Cleveland - Gloria Craig, Civic Engagement Strategist, Cleveland VOTES; Director, Voting in the Land: Accessibility and the Ballot

The Republican Party held its first-ever midterm convention in Dallas less than two months before the November elections. President Donald Trump used his speech to highlight the GOP's priorities on immigration, taxes, health care and trade. He also pledged to give every adult U.S. citizen $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate, calling it a “Trump dividend.” Trump did not provide details on how the payments would be funded or implemented, and the proposal would require congressional approval. Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was unharmed after an armed man allegedly pushed through a crowd toward her at the Canfield Fair, injuring two people. The suspect was arrested and faces assault and disorderly conduct charges as authorities continue to investigate the incident. In a subsequent interview, Acton discussed the incident and the role of political rhetoric in political violence. She also explained her positions on Flock surveillance cameras and expanding online gambling in Ohio. The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks is being marked with ceremonies and events across the country, including in Northeast Ohio. In New York, Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing calls from some 9/11 victims' relatives and former officials to stay away from the city's remembrance ceremony. At the same time, his administration has released more than 170,000 pages of previously withheld records about the aftermath of the attacks and air quality around Ground Zero. Some of the records indicate officials were aware of potential health risks from toxic air following the attacks. Ohio U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno is criticizing states that issue “drive-only” licenses to immigrants who cannot establish legal status in the U.S. His criticism follows a fatal crash involving a driver who authorities say was in the country illegally and held a Connecticut drive-only license. Moreno is calling for the federal government to stop states from issuing the licenses, while supporters of the programs say they allow drivers to be tested, licensed and insured. We'll discuss these stories and more on the Friday Reporters Roundtable hosted by Stephanie Haney, in this week for Mike McIntyre. Guests: - Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Matthew Richmond, Criminal Justice Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Northeast Ohio workers aim to improve labor strength American's approval of labor unions has greatly increased in the last 20 years, according to a recent poll from Gallup. 47% of those who were surveyed said they want unions to have more influence. That sits alongside a rate of 26% saying they want unions to have the same amount of influence. Efforts to unionize or improve worker conditions are increasing in a variety of sectors across Northeast Ohio, from the musicians of the Cleveland Orchestra potentially going on strike, to nurses, baristas and librarians seeking a place at the table when it comes to collective bargaining. Labor Day was celebrated this Monday, so the "Sound of Ideas,” hosted by Stephanie Haney, decided to take a snapshot of the local labor landscape on Thursday's show with workers here in Northeast Ohio. Guests: - Rhonda Hillman, Employee, SEIU Local 1 & Union Steward - Michael Wood, Lead Administrative Organizer, SEIU 1199 - Patricia Kane, Staff Nurse, Metro Behavioral Health Hospital; Ohio Nurses Association Local President - Caleb Reese, Former Rising Star Employee - Elayna Duitman, Violinist, The Cleveland Orchestra; Chair, Musicians Negotiating Committee "Shuffle” Then, we bring you another episode of our music podcast "Shuffle." This week, we hear from Lakewood artist Tracy Marie, who has built a career in music while navigating the challenges of a rare disability. Now, she's turning those experiences into advocacy for greater accessibility. Guests: - Amanda Rabinowitz, Host and Producer, “Shuffle” and “All Things Considered” - Tracy Marie, Musician

Sexual assaults peak on college campus at the start of the school year College students have returned to campus for the fall semester. For many, it's a time of new experiences, friendships and greater independence. But it's also a time of heightened risk for sexual violence. On college campuses, 13% of undergraduate students say they have experienced sexual assault or rape, according to a 2019 survey by the Association of American Universities. That includes about 1 in 4 women, 1 in 2 transgender students and 1 in 14 men. Wednesday on “Sound of Ideas” with host Stephanie Haney, we'll talk about a period known as "the red zone,” the time between the start of the fall semester and Thanksgiving break when more than half of campus sexual assaults are reported to occur. First-year and transfer students can be especially vulnerable. They're navigating unfamiliar social settings and living environments, often before they've had a chance to establish routines, build support networks or learn where to turn for help. So, what are college campuses doing to prevent sexual assault and support students after a traumatic event? And what resources are available to survivors, both on and off campus? Guests:- Donisha Greene, Senior Director of Strategic Communications, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center- Sarah Benuska, M.S., Ph.D., Trauma Counseling Psychologist & Clinical Director, Trauma Recovery Center, MetroHealth- Beverly Pettrey, Chief of Police, Cleveland State University Police Department- LaJuan Flores, Director and Title IX Coordinator, Office for Protected Rights, Cleveland State University ACLU of Ohio files lawsuit against ICE agents in Springfield Last week, we discussed the loss of temporary protected status for Haitian immigrants living in Springfield in Southwest Ohio, and the increase of arrests and deportations by federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, or ICE. In the days since, the American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio has filed a lawsuit against ICE officers in the area on behalf of a Springfield resident, Sean Moorman, who is a volunteer ICE watcher. He claims that actions by ICE agents against him violated his First Amendment right to record and photograph their actions. We did reach out to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, for comment on this lawsuit, an ICE spokesperson told us via email, "ICE is aware of the lawsuit filed by the ACLU in Ohio and is reviewing appropriate next steps in coordination with the Department of Justice." Guest:- Freda Levenson, Legal Director, American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio

This year marks the end of an era at Akron's iconic Firestone Country Club. As the Senior Players Championship moves to California next year, leaving Firestone without a tournament for the first time since the Rubber City Open in 1954, questions remain about the future of professional golf in Akron. Aside from bringing in millions of spectators, the PGA Tour's presence in the city was a driver for more than $34 million in charitable giving. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas," we'll bring you a recent Akron Press Club discussion with Danielle Robertson Thompson, the Executive Director of the Northern Ohio Golf & Charities Foundation. Thompson discusses how the foundation plans to transition its tournament volunteers and donors to other community initiatives and charity outings. She'll also shares how the organization will continue to work alongside Firestone on new ways to celebrate Akron's golf legacy. The conversation was moderated by Ideastream's Andrew Meyer. Guests: - Danielle Robertson Thompson, the Executive Director of the Northern Ohio Golf & Charities Foundation - Andrew Meyer, Deputy Editor - News, Ideastream Public Media

The tragic death of Haitian college student whose temporary protected status expired has added more fuel to Governor Mike DeWine's criticism of federal immigration actions in Ohio. Republican Vivek Ramaswamy agreed this week to two gubernatorial debates. Democrat Amy Acton said no thanks. After years of conflict and legal wrangling, the proposal to place a drop in center for homeless youth in an Ohio City neighborhood has been scrapped. More opposition to Data Center development in Ohio. And if you want to watch the Cavs on TV this season, it's gonna cost you monthly. We'll discuss these stories and more on the Friday Reporters Roundtable hosted by Mike McIntyre. Guests: - Abbey Marshall, 'Power and Influence' Reporter, Crain's Cleveland - Zaria Johnson, Environment Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

PB Cle Pilot Program The concept of participatory budgeting made headlines in Cleveland back in 2023 when a citizen-led ballot initiative was voted on by residents. The initiative would have allowed Cleveland residents to decide how to spend a small amount of the city's budget. That initiative failed during that November 2023 election, but People's Budget Cleveland, the backers of the ballot measure, went back to the drawing board and decided to implement participatory budgeting on a smaller scale. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas," we'll learn more about how PB CLE has been working in the city's Slavic Village neighborhood on a pilot program, allowing resident voices to decide to how to spend $100,000 in grant funding. Guests: - Cassie Park, Program Manager, Participatory Budgeting Cleveland - Chuck Gliha, Slavic Village Resident The Menu: Fruit Harvest Then we turn our attention to Northeast Ohio fruit farmers and the tough growing season they've been experiencing. On this installment of "The Menu," Christina Rufo from Cleveland Magazine shares some of her reporting on how unusual spring and summer weather has decimated cherry, peach and apple crops. We'll also hear directly from a farmer who says they've lost nearly 70% of their peaches and 40% of their apples this year. Guests: - Christina Rufo, Reporter, Cleveland Magazine - Ben Gammie, Co-Owner, Quarry Hill Orchards

The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and Canada could have lasting economic and political implications for both countries, particularly for businesses in Northeast Ohio. Starting next week, Canada will begin charging retaliatory tariffs on American goods being shipped into their country. The U.S. was the first to kick off this battle with the same move on Canadian products coming into the United States, effective as of Aug. 22. The Trump administration imposed the tariffs after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney walked away from trade talks, citing U.S. demands that he said would "destroy" big Canadian industries including the auto, steel and aluminum sectors. We unravel that complicated concept on Wednesday's edition of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, in light of the fact that many Canadian companies are deeply integrated with American business operations within the U.S. In the absence of a deal, both countries have opted to tax around $20 billion worth of annual exports from the other, at a rate of 50%. With Canada being largely considered the United States' closest political ally as well as Ohio's largest international trading partner, we discuss the potential fallout of this disagreement. Guests: - Dan Ujczo, Associate General Counsel, Cenovus Energy - Katie Nicholson, Washington, DC Correspondent, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation News - Bill Kosteas, Ph.D., Professor of Economics, Cleveland State University

ICE detains and deports former Temporary Protected Status holders In August, the mayor of Springfield, Ohio confirmed increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the area. ICE agents are detaining and arresting Haitian immigrants whose Temporary Protected Status expired in July. TPS is a legal designation afforded to people who are in the United States and cannot return safely to their home countries because of war, natural disasters, or extraordinary temporary conditions. It has allowed about 350,000 Haitians to live and work in the U.S. The U.S. government warns Americans not to travel there because of the risks of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, unrest and limited health care. Since the expiration date, at least one Haitian man who had been living in Springfield was deported. Others in Springfield have been called to an immigration facility near Cincinnati, where they were fitted with ankle monitors to ensure they comply with being restricted to a 75-mile radius of their homes while their immigration cases are pending. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll discuss what the end of TPS means for Haitian immigrants in Springfield, and what happens when the place they may be forced to return to is facing a crisis of its own. Guests: - Kathryn Mobley, Education and Politics Reporter, WYSO - Inna Simakovsky, Immigration Attorney, Simakovsky Law

The time to reduce global emissions is decreasing rapidly. What does that mean for Ohio?In 2015, the United Nations Climate Change Conference brought world leaders together to discuss a treaty called the Paris Agreement, that would set global environmental standards in an effort to reduce the impact of climate change. The Paris Agreement established a goal of maintaining global temperatures below 2°C, or 3.6°F, above pre-industrial levels. As emissions continue to increase, world leaders and scientists have emphasized the need to stay within 1.5°C, or 2.4°C, to prevent irreversible environmental consequences. President Donald Trump officially withdrew the United States from the deal for the second time in January of this year. He first withdrew the U.S. in 2020, with former President Joe Biden reversing that decision during his presidency. The climate clock hit its three-year mark earlier this year, indicating the time left to reduce global emissions before our planet reaches the critical temperature is dwindling. It can seem like Ohioans aren't feeling the impact of climate change, but experts say that's far from the case. Guests:- Jeff Opperman, Ph.D, Global Freshwater Lead Scientist, World Wildlife Fund- Aaron Wilson, Ph.D, State Climatologist of Ohio; Assistant Professor & Ag Weather and Climate Field Specialist, The Ohio State University Climate change and environmental advocacy in Northeast OhioAs global temperatures close in on the 1.5-degree Celsius threshold, the impact is being felt throughout Northeast Ohio. Increased rainfall, higher temperatures and harsher winters threaten Ohio wildlife, its agriculture industry and its residents. As farmers grapple with the effect these changes are having on their crops and food production, local climate activists are working with policymakers and community members to create a sustainable region built on climate resilience. Guests:- Brian Siggers, Cleveland Metro Advocacy Director, Ohio Environmental Council- Anurag Rakesh, Neuroscience and Psychology student, Case Western Reserve University; Undergraduate Climate Leader, Climate Action Network- Ame West, Co-Owner, West Orchards

A federal judge has blocked an Ohio law requiring people to show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, and the state plans to appeal. The requirement, which took effect in 2025, applies to in-person registration at the BMV but not online registration. It remains on hold as the appeal moves forward, with another ruling possible before Ohio's voter registration deadline Oct. 5. Cleveland Public Library and its staff union have finalized a new three-year collective bargaining agreement. The contract, approved by union members Wednesday and the library's board Thursday, provides an average 15% wage increase, including a 5% retroactive increase, as well as paid parental leave. Union officials said the agreement represents significant gains, but trust between workers and library leadership remains an issue. Cuyahoga County departments have been asked to cut expenses to help close two budget gaps totaling $37.2 million. Most departments must propose 3.3% reductions, while about 14 offices funded by the Health and Human Services levy face 8% cuts to address an $18 million shortfall. The reductions come as the county's general fund faces a separate $19.2 million deficit despite revenues coming in above projections. Departments must submit proposed cuts by mid-September. Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered flags at public buildings to be lowered to half-staff in honor of country music singer Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday. Ohio has the highest participation rate in Parton's Imagination Library, which provides free books to children from birth to age 5. The state has allocated $8 million to the program, which has distributed nearly 28 million books to Ohio children since its expansion under DeWine. We'll discuss these stories and more news of the week on the "Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable" hosted by Mike McIntyre. Guests:- Stephanie Czekalinski, Executive Editor, Crain's Cleveland- Andrew Meyer, Deputy Editor of News, Ideastream Public Media- Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Public Education Challenges It's the start of school for many districts in the state, but many public schools are facing unprecedented challenges as they work to educate today's young minds. There is greater support on a statewide level for school choice than ever. Ohio projects it will pay private schools $1.26 billion in the 2026-2027 school year in taxpayer-funded vouchers. Public school advocates claim the state underfunds public schools and a coalition of Ohio public schools is suing over the constitutionality of EdChoice vouchers. On a federal level, President Donald Trump established a national school voucher program last year that could soon provide taxpayer dollars for parents to spend on private school tuition. Public districts are also facing lower enrollment rates, staff shortages, and new technology changes, with the growing popularity of artificial intelligence. The National Association of Education president-elect is visiting Ohio as part of a back-to-school tour. On Thursday's "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll hear her thoughts about some of these challenges and what she sees as the path forward for public educators. We'll also hear from the Ohio Education Association president. Guests: -Princess Moss, President-Elect, National Education Association -Jeff Wensing, President, Ohio Education Association "Shuffle" Music Podcast The Zerbo Brothers share their West African roots through music. On this week's Shuffle, Ideastream Public Media's Amanda Rabinowitz talked with the trio about their homeland and how they found their voice in Northeast Ohio. Guests: - Amanda Rabinowitz, Host and Producer, "Shuffle" and "All Things Considered" - Emmanuel Zerbo, Zerbo Brothers - Joseph Zerbo, Zerbo Brothers - Darren Hamm, Zerbo Brothers

Ohioans face changes to SNAP requirements The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is the largest federally funded food aid program in the U.S. The program has been in place in some form since 1939. Last year, it saw sweeping changes with President Donald Trump's signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, limiting access to this support for families facing food insecurity. The changes that have already taken effect include new work requirements for certain people, and restrictions on eligibility for some noncitizens, including refugees and people who have been granted asylum. Following the implementation of these new rules, analysis of US Department of Agriculture and state data shows that 4.5 million fewer people are enrolled in SNAP today than were enrolled last summer. Meanwhile the changes to SNAP contained within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act have not yet fully taken effect. Later this year, funding and benefit calculation adjustments will take hold, and in 2027, SNAP changes for people on Medicaid will roll out. Those adjustments could put added strain on state budgets, as well as local food banks and other organizations helping people who lose food assistance. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll discuss what this mean for those who rely on SNAP to help put food on the table. Guests: - Rachel Cahill, Visiting Fellow, The Center for Community Solutions - Jon Honeck, Executive Director, Ohio Job & Family Services Directors' Association - Janet Newcomer, Executive Director, Feeding Medina County One World Day at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens In a few days, tens of thousands of people with gather at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens to celebrate One World Day. This will be the 80th year for the annual festival which celebrates global diversity, cultural heritage, and unity. It's hosted by the Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation which currently consists of 38 individual gardens honoring distinct nationalities and cared for by groups of people who celebrate those cultures. The gardens, while beautiful to look at, are also full of carefully curated historical symbolism which will be on full display at the festival on Sunday, Aug. 30. This year's activities kick off at 11 a.m. with a naturalization ceremony being held at the Centennial Peace Plaza which will lead straight into a parade, which has blossomed into the cornerstone of the day's activities, which will be scattered throughout the gardens. To end the hour, we'll learn about the meaning interlaced throughout the gardens and the spirit behind One World Day, including what's new with various gardens this year, and what's to come in the future. Guests: - Sheila Crawford, Chair of One World Day and Head Delegate of the Irish Cultural Garden - Obie Shelton, Executive Director, African American Cultural Garden - Tom Turkaly, Executive Director, Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation

"Easy Day Away: Ohio's Mounds" This summer, the "Sound of Ideas" team has been bringing you suggestions for trips to take outside of Northeast Ohio, through the "Easy Day Away" series, which you can travel to within a short car ride. This time, we head south to visit sites that are thousands of years old, and the significance of which puts them in the same category as the Acropolis in Greece, Stonehenge and the Great Wall of China. The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks are earthen mounds built by ancient indigenous cultures around 2000 years ago and in 2023 they were designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we learn more about these massive earthworks, why they're important and what to learn from them. WOSU Public Media in Columbus has also been focusing on these mounds in a documentary series - "Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written on the Land" which you can watch here. Guests: - Brad Lepper, Ph.D., Senior World Heritage Archaeologist, Ohio History Connection - Susan Knisley, Director of Interpretation & Education - Hopewell Culture National Historic Park; National Park Service - Logan York, Historic Preservation Director, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Host, "Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written on the Land" James Renner's New Book Then, we hear from longtime Akron-based author James Renner, who has been covering true crime for years and has published books about some of the region's most infamous unsolved cases, including the murders of Amy Mihaljavic in Bay Village and Lisa Pruett in Shaker Heights. In his latest book, “A Cruise to Nowhere: My Search for Amy Lynn Bradley,” he goes farther afield — to the disappearance of a young Virginian woman from a cruise ship in the Caribbean in 1998. Ideastream Public Media's Deputy Editor of Engaged Journalism, Justin Glanville, spoke with Renner about the unresolved case and why it's maintained such a high profile for nearly 30 years. Guests: - James Renner, Author, "A Cruise to Nowhere: My Search for Amy Lynn Bradley" - Justin Glanville, Deputy Editor - Engaged Journalism, Ideastream Public Media

Ohio's child immunization rates are dropping amid major measles outbreakBack to school season is upon us, sparking concerns over the increased number of children returning to Ohio's classrooms unvaccinated. The number of kindergarteners nationally with exemptions has risen 18% since last year to 4% of all kindergarten students, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Vaccinations are a controversial topic nationally, with the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. being a strong advocate against immunization. As the country has seen a resurgence in measles, even he has changed his tune, urging families to vaccinate against the disease that was once considered eradicated. In Ohio, 109 measles cases have been reported, according to the Ohio Department of Health's summary of infectious diseased dashboard. That's over double the number of cases for all of 2025. 24 reports were made in both Geauga and Ashtabula counties alone, which also have some of the highest nonmedical immunization exemption rates in the state. Guests:- Mark Evans, M.D., Pediatrician, Akron Children's Pediatrics, Brecksville- Valerie Wallace, RN, Public Health Communicable Health Disease Nurse, Tuscarawas County Health Department OhioSEE program expands access to children's vision careIn January, the Ohio Department of Health launched the Ohio Student Eye Exam program, also known as Ohio SEE, hoping to reduce the number of children in the state with untreated vision problems. Despite schools providing free vision screening to students starting in elementary school, 35,000 students who needed glasses in the 2022-2023 school year did not get them, according to the Ohio Department of Health. Vision problems are common in children, and the sooner they can be treated the better. Guests:- Bruce T. Vanderhoff, M.D., Director of Health, Ohio Department of Health- Danielle Sabelli, O.D., Optometrist, Cleveland Eye Clinic

We now know more about the firing of the Akron police officer who killed 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker. We'll tell you why the police union says that was the wrong move. As the data center debate continues across our state, a Canton location has invited the public in for a look around, while a leaked memo from the National Republican Senatorial Committee shows the GOP's concerns for how this issue might impact the Senate race in Ohio. Speaking of the Senate, federal support is lacking for Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb's plan to close Burke Lakefront Airport, but he's not backing down. Also in Cleveland, public library workers are close to striking. Will they be able to get a deal on the books in time to prevent services being disrupted? For fans of America's Roller Coast, we'll fill you in on which Cedar Point staple has been nationally recognized. In Brook Park, we have the details on how the new Browns stadium is giving the I-X Center yet another reprieve from closing its doors, and stick around for the end of the show when we'll share which beloved boy band is coming to Rocket Arena this fall. We'll discuss those stories and more on the "Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable," hosted by Stephanie Haney, in for Mike McIntyre this week. Guests: - Glenn Forbes, Deputy Editor, Ideastream Public Media - Michelle Jarboe, Reporter, News 5 Cleveland, WEWS - Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

"The Menu: Food Suppliers" The concept of farm-to-table food sounds great, but in some cases, it's not a realistic model for the restaurant industry. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas," we'll look at the food supply landscape and how chefs and restaurateurs manage to keep their operations running while providing high-quality meals to their customers. Zachary Smith, a reporter at Crain's Cleveland Business, looked at how broadliners, which are national companies that supply restaurants, are competing with local purveyors and the impact that can sometimes have on food quality. Guests: - Zachary Smith, Reporter, Crain's Cleveland Business - Cameron Pishnery, Executive Chef, Edgewater Hospitality Group - Emily Sullivan, Owner, Emily's Cleveland - Jeremy Umansky, Co-Owner, Larder Delicatessen Robin Greenfield's Environmental Activism Then we'll pivot to an environmental activist who is taking the concept of local food to another level. Robin Greenfield has been spreading a message of environmental responsibility through various acts, and his current endeavor is to survive on food he has either harvested or foraged for one full year. He spoke with Ideastream's Drew Maziasz ahead of an event in Northeast Ohio. Guests: - Robin Greenfield, Environmental Activist - Drew Maziasz, Coordinating Producer, Ideastream Public Media

Deer management in Ohio Deer populations are becoming an increasingly visible issue in urban communities across Ohio. They cause tens of thousands of vehicle crashes each year that kill both people and deer. There's also concern of property damage and the impact on local ecosystems. This has prompted some cities to take a closer look at deer management. Medina is among the communities tackling this issue. The city recently developed a more comprehensive initiative involving federal support following two years of a city-run bowhunting program. Last year, 114 deer were harvested through that program, compared with 18 the year before. Currently, the population is around 1,000, or about one deer for every 26 residents. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll learn more about this issue with local and statewide experts. Guests: - Geoff Westerfield, Assistant Wildlife Management Supervisor, Ohio Division of Wildlife - Gabriel Karns, Professor, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University - John Coyne, President, Medina City Council Armwrestling gains popularity in Northeast Ohio Armwrestling has been around for centuries, but for many people, the sport's most memorable pop culture moment came in the 1987 Sylvester Stallone movie, "Over the Top." The film follows a single father who enters a Las Vegas armwrestling competition, hoping to secure a future for his son. Today, armwrestling is finding new life in Ohio, with clubs popping up across the state. To end the hour, we'll hear from two Northeast Ohio professionals. We'll talk about how they got into the sport, what it takes to compete and why armwrestling is attracting a new generation of athletes. Guests: - Megann Galehouse, U.S. National Champion, Cleveland Armwrestling - Kevin Palko, Founder and Head Coach, Cleveland Armwrestling

Infant mortality in Northeast Ohio continues at higher level than national averageInfant mortality refers to the death of an infant before they reach their first birthday. In Northeast Ohio, physicians and families have witnessed a constant rate of infant mortality over double the national average. There are many barriers that contribute to this issue including access to care, education and economic stressors. In 2024, the infant mortality rate for Black babies in Summit County was 19.4 deaths per 1,000 live births. This was over triple the rate for the total population nationally that same year. This number has risen over a decade since it first peaked in 2011. Why are babies in Ohio at a higher risk than other parts of the country? And what efforts are physicians and community organizations taking to reduce these numbers? On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Case Western Reserve University's Communication Sciences program and United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland are offering free development screenings for children ages 0 to 3. No appointment is required; however, they recommend reserving a time slot before arrival. Project Ujima's Queens Village will host "Honoring Black Birth, Protecting Black Babies", a community gathering centered around infant mortality, on Aug. 27 from 4:30-8 p.m. at United Way of Summit and Medina. Registration is free. Applications for Rx Kids will open to Ohioans on Sept. 1. The program, which initially saw success in Flint, Michigan, will be available for Cleveland parents who live in zip codes 44103, 44110 and 44114. Rx Kids provides expectant mothers with $1,500 cash payments during pregnancy and $500 per month for the first six months of their baby's life. Guests:- Jessica Wilder, M.D., Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, MetroHealth- LaKesh Duke, Executive Director, Project Ujima- Krista Lumpkins-Howard, Director of Training and Community Outreach, Birthing Beautiful Communities "Impossible Choices" and Maternal HealthIn June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturned Roe versus Wade, which ended nearly 50 years of federal abortion access. This returned authority to individual states. Doctors and patients confronting high-risk pregnancies have always faced profound and life-altering decisions, but in the aftermath of the Dobbs decision, those decisions took on new weight and complications. David Hackney, a Northeast Ohio physician who specializes in maternal fetal medicine has written about this topic in a new book, "Impossible Choices: A Physician's Guidance on High-Risk Pregnancy in a World Without Roe." Hackney recently spoke with Ideastream's Morning Edition Host Amy Eddings about the book and his experience as a practicing OB/GYN post-Roe. You can find more of Amy Eddings reporting about reproductive rights in Ohio in her "Ohio After Roe" documentary here. Guests:- David Hackney, M.D., Maternal and Fetal Medicine, OB/GYN and Women's Health; Reproductive Biology, Case Western Reserve University- Amy Eddings, Host, Morning Edition, Ideastream Public Media

Federal Student Loan Overhaul The Trump administration's changes to available federal student loan repayment plans, along with new Parent Plus loan and graduate school borrowing caps went into effect July 1, leaving many borrowers wondering what's in their best interest as legal challenges against overhaul continue to play out in court. On Monday's edition of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we look at the student loan lending landscape in the latest installment of our "Law of The Land" series, where we look at how the law affects our everyday lives. Currently the Biden-era SAVE plan is no longer available, causing concern for people who worry about not being able to make higher monthly payments under its replacement, the RAP plan, which may also increase the so-called marriage penalty for couples who file their taxes together rather than as individuals. There is some good news for federal loan borrowers who were defrauded, as a lawsuit that was first filed against the Trump administration in 2019 has finally been settled, giving relief to 450,000 people by canceling their student loan debt after they were misled by the schools they were enrolled in. On the private loan side, experts worry that the rise in online education programs coupled with federal borrowing limits may increase predatory lending practices, as people cobble together financing for their education. Guests: - Eileen Connor, Lawyer, and President and Director, Project on Predatory Student Lending (PPSL) - Carolina Rodriguez, Director, Education Debt Consumer Assistance Program (EDCAP) Jon Batiste to Perform at Blossom Music Center Multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Jon Batiste is known for creatively blending genres. This week he brings his interpretations of Mozart and Beethoven as well as his originals to a night at Blossom with the Cleveland Orchestra. The former bandleader for the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and co-composer of Pixar's "Soul" also just released more music in his piano series. Ahead of Thursday night's concert, Jon Batiste spousoke with Ideastream's Deputy Editor of Arts and Culture Carrie Wise. Guests: - Jon Batiste, Musician, Singer, Songwriter and Composer - Carrie Wise, Deputy Editor of Arts and Culture, Ideastream Public Media

This episode was originally uploaded on July 16, 2026. Cyclosporiasis and other public health concerns Two phrases you don't want to hear together with your food are "parasite" and "explosive diarrhea," but that's currently the reality in 34 states, as cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness causing days to weeks of severe diarrhea, have been on the rise since May, with Ohio in the middle of a four-state outbreak cluster. There are other "bugs" public health officials are concerned about in the state - including the rise of Lyme disease spread by ticks. And be careful of getting bit by a mosquito as several counties in Northeast Ohio have seen mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus, though there hasn't been a human case yet. We're going to talk about a range of nasty illnesses to start Thursday's "Sound of Ideas." Guests:- Erika Sobolewski, D.O., Medical Director, Summit County Public Health- Sara Cochrane, Environmental Health Supervisor, Summit County Public Health Medina Bee Park opens There is something abuzz in Medina County. The Medina Bee Park is now open for human and winged visitors alike. What was once an unused loading dock has been transformed into a vibrant community space for residents - featuring local art, native pollinator plants, and a stage for live entertainment. The $25,000 project is led by Main Street Medina and partially funded by the Medina County Beekeepers Association. We'll learn more about the park and Medina's long history of beekeeping. Guests:- George Sam, Executive Director, Main Street Medina- Manfred Heck, Associate Director, Main Street Medina- Peggy Garnes, President, Medina County Beekeepers Association

Republican Rep. Max Miller will remain in the race for Ohio's 7th Congressional District despite domestic violence allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. The House Ethics Committee is currently investigating the claims. Miller faced calls to withdraw from Republican Ohio Sens. Bernie Moreno and Jon Husted, but the deadline to leave the race passed Monday. He is scheduled to face Democrat Brian Poindexter in November. The Cook Political Report has changed its rating of the race from “Likely Republican” to “Toss Up.” The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has issued a “notice of probable noncompliance” to Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company, or CEI, following widespread power outages in Lakewood this summer. PUCO received more than 800 complaints and found most outages between June 30 and July 15 were caused by equipment or line failures. Investigators also found aging infrastructure and observed CEI using garden sprinklers to cool transformers during extreme heat. FirstEnergy, CEI's parent company. CEI has until Aug. 21 to respond. Cuyahoga County will lose nearly $1.2 million in state grant money meant to make homes lead-safe after failing to spend it by a July deadline. The unspent funds were part of an $8.1 million Lead Safe Ohio grant awarded in 2023. The county funds were intended in part for Cleveland and East Cleveland, which have high rates of childhood lead poisoning. Officials and community groups cited complicated federal requirements, tight deadlines and restrictions on how the money could be used. The state has not yet said how the unspent money will be redistributed. PorchROKR returns to Akron's Highland Square neighborhood Saturday, Aug. 15, with more than 160 musical acts across 40 stages. The free festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., followed by a 7:30 p.m. main-stage performance by Rent for Cheryl. We'll discuss these stories and more on this week's "Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable." Guests:- Gabriel Kramer, Reporter and Host of "NewsDepth," Ideastream Public Media- Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media- Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Ohio is expanding its fracking industry despite concerns of its environmental impact 1.4 billion gallons of fracking wastewater, or toxic brine, is being pumped into injection wells for long term storage in Ohio every year. This salty wastewater byproduct of fracking is full of heavy metals, radioactive materials, cancer-causing benzene and hazardous chemical additives from the fracking process. Just outside of Marietta, the injection wells that are supposed to hold this sludge and keep it away from nearby drink water aquafers are failing. At least one third of the toxic fracking wastewater currently stored underground in Ohio comes from other states. In addition to this already existing containment and importing concerns, Ohio has been increasing its own fracking footprint over the last three years by leasing out its public land to this industry, oftentimes to out-of-state developers. In September, nearly 3,000 acres of Wayne National Forest, Ohio's only national forest, will be auctioned off for these purposes, despite concerns about fracking's environmental impact and effect on nearby populations. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll discuss fracking, its toxic wastewater byproduct and the impact its storage could have in Ohio. The protest period for the September sale of land for fracking in Wayne National Forest is open until Monday, Aug. 17. Protests must be mailed or hand delivered to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management. Note: We reached out to the Bureau of Land Management and the Ohio Oil and Gas Land Management Commission, both of which are organizations involved in the leasing of development rights for possible fracking. While the Ohio Oil and Gas Commission did not respond to requests for a statement, the Bureau of Land Management provided the following statement to the Sound of Ideas after this episode aired: Oil and gas development on public lands generates substantial revenue that directly benefits the American people, with roughly half of all royalties and fees returning to states like Ohio to support local services and infrastructure. The Bureau of Land Management follows all applicable laws and regulations when evaluating lease parcels, and the Wayne National Forest has confirmed its consent for this lease sale. Hydraulic fracturing is one of the techniques operators may use to produce energy resources, and the BLM requires thorough environmental review before development occurs. Multiple environmental analyses—including the 2016 Environmental Assessment and the 2025 Supplemental Environmental Assessment—found that oil and gas development in the region can provide economic activity, jobs, and revenue while operating under required environmental safeguards designed to protect land, water, wildlife, and surrounding communities. Guests: - Kevin Mueler, Assistant Professor of Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences, Cleveland State University - Tristan Rader, District 13 - D, Ohio House of Representatives - Susan Vessels, President, Marietta City Council "Shuffle" - Rent For Cheryl Then we bring you another episode of "Shuffle," where we meet Rent For Cheryl, who is having a big year, from touring Europe to headlining Akron's PorchROKR festival this weekend. Ideastream Public Media's Amanda Rabinowitz talked with two members of the Northeast Ohio band about their momentum. Guests: - Rent For Cheryl, Musicians - Amanda Rabinowitz, Host and Producer, "Shuffle" and "All Things Considered"

American Red Cross declares blood crisis The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, only the second time in its history it has taken that step. The first was in January 2022 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This time, blood donations have fallen to a four-year summer low, and demand remains elevated. The shortage is especially urgent for type O blood, as supplies of O positive fell below a one-day supply in late July. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll look at what's driving this shortage, how it's affecting hospitals and patients, and how you can help rebuild the nation's blood supply. Guest:- Christina Peters, Northern Ohio Regional Communications Director, American Red Cross Global HIV/AIDS research continues despite cuts to U.S. funding Later in the hour, a conversation about HIV/AIDS funding and the latest in research and treatment options. In 2019, during his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump called for the elimination of HIV transmission in the U.S. by 2030. Two years later, the United Nations adopted a similar declaration globally. But in 2026, those goals are facing significant challenges. In March 2025, the Trump administration terminated a federal advisory committee on HIV prevention and treatment. By the end of the year, global government funding to low and middle-income countries fell 25% compared with 2024, according to KFF. This February, the administration rescinded $600 million in Centers for Disease Control grants supporting HIV prevention and surveillance programs. Then in April, Trump announced plans to remove all members of the HIV/AIDS Presidential Advisory Council. Those changes came shortly after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services laid off more than 10,000 federal health employees, including staff working on infectious disease and HIV/AIDS. The U.S. set out to reduce new HIV infections by 75% by 2025, which would have brought the number of new cases down to about 9,300. But the latest CDC data from 2024 puts the number of cases closer to 39,000. So, is the 2030 goal line still within reach? The future is uncertain. Guest:- Asia Russell, Executive Director, Health GAP (Global Access Project) Ideastream's Summer Interns Last week, we said goodbye to our 2026 cohort of interns here at Ideastream Public Media. Throughout the summer, our nine Cleveland interns learned about their respective fields and honed their crafts throughout our multiple departments – including news, marketing and radio broadcast. To learn more about these interns– what they accomplished here, their career aspirations and what they took away from this experience – we brought them on the show. We heard from four interns last week, and on Wednesday we will hear from the remaining five. Guests:- Grace Claxon, News Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Benjamin Giesen, WCLV Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Kiera McGuire, Sound of Ideas Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Sonya Suri, Digital Content Intern, Ideastream Public Media- TJ Thomas, Intern from University School, Ideastream Public Media

Lakewood Elementary School Consolidation Controversy For several years now, Lakewood City School District has been looking into consolidating its school buildings, due to declining enrollment, but that effort has recently resulted in a lawsuit settlement that has taken officials back to the drawing board. As public schools around the country face similar considerations, leaders in Lakewood say the district has seen a decrease of roughly 2,400 students since 2003. Despite the decrease, consolidation discussions have become heated, with the Friends of Lakewood Schools group suing the district over the manner in which plans were established for the repurposing of Lincoln Elementary School, with the district's hope to turn it into a child development center. That lawsuit was recently settled, putting that plan on pause for the time being. On Tuesday's episode of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, Ideastream Public Media's education reporter Conor Morris shares what the lawsuit settlement means for the future of Lincoln Elementary School. Guests: - Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Zachary Robock, Former Lakewood Elementary Planning Task Force Member Solo Row Across Pacific Ocean Endeavor Access to clean water is a luxury not everyone has outside of the United States, and that disparity is the reason Mentor native Katie Spotz is preparing to row 10,000 miles solo across the Pacific Ocean, beginning in a few short months. It's a journey that will take around eight months to complete, as Katie aims to become the first woman to row solo from South America to Australia and the first American woman to row solo across the whole Pacific Ocean with the goal of bringing clean water to 100,000 people. On Tuesday's edition of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, Katie shares what inspired her to undertake this feat, and why she's focused on providing clean water access for others. Follow Katie's journey at KatieSpotz.com Guest: - Katie Spotz, Endurance Athlete, Water Access Advocate

There was a time when the premise of nanny robots and artificial intelligence raising our children was merely the subject of Steven Spielberg's futuristic sci-fi films. The future, it seems, is now. As AI enters nurseries, playrooms, and classrooms, parents are being sold a “smart” childhood at every turn. With mainstream use of artificial intelligence, the power of parent talk and human interaction in childhood development has become even clearer. In her latest book, Human Raised, author Dana Suskind, MD, reveals the possibilities and perils of using AI and related technologies for child-rearing. What do parents and caregivers need to know to assess individual technologies and foster the skills needed to thrive growing up in an AI-driven future? Dr. Suskind has authored over 45 scientific publications and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a Fellow for the Council on Early Childhood. She is also the founder and Co-Director of the TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health, Founding Director of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program, and Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the University of Chicago. Her previous books include the New York Times bestsellers Parent Nation and Thirty Million Words. This conversation originally took place on July 23, 2026 at the City Club of Cleveland. Guests: - Dana Suskind, MD, Author, Human Raised: Nurturing Connection, Curiosity & Lifelong Learning in the Age of AI - Lisa Damour, PhD., Author, Psychologist, and Senior Advisor to the Schubert Center for Child Studies, Case Western Reserve University

Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller will be investigated by a congressional ethics panel following domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and a former girlfriend. Miller requested the probe himself, saying he wants to clear his name and has "nothing to hide." The Ohio congressman is facing growing pressure from both Democrats and Republicans but says he will remain in the race for reelection. Ohio's third measles outbreak of 2026 has brought the state's total to 45 cases across 10 counties. Health officials say cases continue to rise nationwide as vaccination rates remain below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity. Cuyahoga County voters will decide in November whether to approve a 2.5-mill increase to the Health and Human Services levy. They'll also weigh two charter amendments that would limit the county executive's authority to appoint and remove members of certain boards and commissions. County Council also withdrew a proposal to make the sheriff an elected position, rather than appointed, and rejected a charter amendment clarifying the roles of the county law department and prosecutor. The subsequent measure could still return before the September ballot deadline. Ohio's annual sales tax holiday begins Friday and runs through Sunday, offering tax-free purchases on eligible clothing and school supplies. Unlike the expanded tax holidays of the past two years, this year's exemption is limited to select back-to-school items. We'll discuss these stories and more on this week's "Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable." Guests:- Sarah Donaldson, Reporter, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau- Zaria Johnson, Environmental Reporter, Ideastream Public Media- Kabir Bhatia, Senior Arts Reporter, Ideastream Public Media

How structural racism shapes health outcomes for Black Americans, experts discuss In a healthcare hub like Cleveland, home to several major hospital systems including one of the top ranked in the country, it's hard to imagine that there are residents who struggle with access to healthcare. For a large portion of the population, this issue has historical ties to systemic racism and disenfranchisement that continue to effect people of color today, in Cleveland and beyond. Research shows that Black Americans are more likely to see higher rates of infant and maternal mortality, but less likely to seek and receive mental health support or treatment. They're also subject to greater discrimination in medical education. These kinds of disparities date back to and directly stem from the eras of slavery and Jim Crow laws, and a history of medical violence that has led to a distrust in the system. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we discuss what health equity means, what Cleveland is doing to support its residents of color, and a new book by a Cleveland-born sociologist. Guests:- Dr. Timothy Goler, Associate Professor and Sociology Department Chair, Norfolk State University- Stacey Easterling, Executive Director, National Institute for African American Health- Lita Wills, Commissioner, City of Cleveland's Division of Health Equity and Social Justice The Menu Areas of Cleveland like Tremont, Ohio City, and the Downtown are often the first thought when considering where to go out for a bite to eat, spend an evening or recommend to an out-of-town visitor. But what about lesser known areas, just a short drive away? Bringing the outskirts of Greater Cleveland to the forefront is the mission of a new series from Cleveland Magazine, where writers there are diving into the gems in places like Canton, Oberlin, and Geauga County. In this week's installment of "The Menu," where we dig into the region's food scene with the writers at Cleveland Magazine we look at their new "A Clevelander's Guide To..." write ups. Guests:- Annie Nickoloff, Senior Editor, Cleveland Magazine- Julia Lombardo, Editor, Cleveland Magazine

Exploring Youth Sports Culture in Northeast Ohio The start of the school year is approaching, which used to mean that youth sports will be starting back up for the fall season. Now, however, young athletes have year-round competitive options ranging from recreational teams to travel and club sports, alongside seasonal middle school and junior high athletic programs. While organized sports offer a wide range of benefits for children including team building and exercise, they're also big business, particularly in Sandusky, Ohio. Crain's Cleveland Business reporter Joe Scalzo found that the youth sports industry in the area around Cedar Point brought in 57,000 athletes in 2022 and generated $66 million in visitor spending, with those numbers growing ever since. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we look what youth sports culture is like in Northeast Ohio today. Where does the money generated from these programs go, and how does this early, sometimes quite intense, involvement in athletics shape student athletes' experiences in high school, and beyond? We talk through these considerations along with the benefits team sports can bring to those involved. Guests: - Jessica Schneider, Girls Director of Coaching, Solon United Soccer Club - Joe Scalzo, Sports Business Reporter, Crain's Cleveland Business Cleveland WNBA and Guardians Update It's been a busy start to the week in professional sports, with Cleveland's WNBA team revealing their identity as the Cleveland Sirens on Tuesday, and and the Guardians making interesting moves including acquiring All-Star left-handed starting pitcher Foster Griffin ahead of the Major League Baseball trade deadline on Monday. On Wednesday's episode of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we dig into the details and Northeast Ohio's excitement surrounding basketball and baseball. Guest: - Joe Scalzo, Sports Business Reporter, Crain's Cleveland Business "Cleveland Curse: A Novel" Blends Fiction and Reality for Football Fans Cleveland Browns fans are no strangers to feeling cursed, having either lived through such unfortunate events as The Drive and The Fumble, or heard these real-life horror stories retold again and again while watching a winless season led by another trade or draft pick that just didn't quite measure up to the hype. How could our football team be so consistently bad over generations despite changes in roster, coaching, management, ownership and even stadium location? On Wednesday's edition of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, first-time author Dave Eifert talks about how he explores that question by blending fiction and reality to try to make sense—and light—of Cleveland's football shortfalls in his debut book, "Cleveland Curse: A Novel." Guest: - Dave Eifert, Author, "Cleveland Curse: A Novel" Check out "Cleveland Curse: A Novel" here: https://theclevelandcursebook.com/

Stress and the body Stress is part of everyday life. For many of us, it stems from work, family, relationships or simply trying to keep up with the demands of a busy world. In a study released last year by the American Psychological Association, 76% of adults said the future of the nation was a significant source of stress. The economy was close behind, at 75%. While some stress can help us stay focused and respond to challenges, chronic stress can take a serious toll on both our brains and our bodies. Tuesday on the "Sound of Ideas" guest hosted by Anna Huntsman, we'll start the hour by exploring the different types of stress, how they can affect our long-term health, and the warning signs that it may be time to seek help. Guests:- Adam Borland, Psy.D., Clinical Psychologist, Cleveland Clinic- Jasmeet Hayes, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, The Ohio State University 2026 Summer Interns As summer winds down, many college internships are also coming to a close. This year, Ideastream Public Media welcomed eight college interns and one high school student from University School to the Idea Center to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience across multiple departments, from news and marketing to classical music. To end the hour, we'll spend some time with a few of those interns to hear about the projects they worked on, how the experience has shaped their career goals and what they'll take away from their summer at Ideastream. Guests:- Alex Braun, Content Production Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Charlotte Jons, News Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Jillian Osredkar, Marketing Intern, Ideastream Public Media- Lucas Yang, Arts & Culture Intern, Ideastream Public Media