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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on how Donald Trump's terrible performance in office has led to Ohio quickly turning against him and Meiselas speaks with Democratic Governor candidate Dr. Amy Acton and her running mate David Pepper. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast⁠ Legal AF: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af⁠ MissTrial: ⁠https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial⁠ The PoliticsGirl Podcast: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast⁠ Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan⁠ Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen⁠ The Weekend Show: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show⁠ Burn the Boats: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats⁠ Majority 54: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54⁠ Political Beatdown: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown⁠ On Democracy with FP Wellman: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman⁠ Uncovered: ⁠https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a midterm election year and the Ohio governor's seat is up for grabs as there is no incumbent. The presumptive nominees for the two major parties finalized their tickets this week. Presumptive Republican nominee Vivek Ramaswamy, the businessman and former presidential candidate and Department of Government Efficiency partner, selected Senate President Rob McColley of Northwest Ohio as his running mate. Dr. Amy Acton chose the former leader of the Ohio Democratic Party -- and an active fly in the Republican ointment on social media, David Pepper. Get ready for the Doctor....Pepper campaign. State and local health experts urge us to get a flu shot, even though the shot doesn't seem to be matched up well with the current strain of virus. Flu cases are on the rise statewide and in Northeast Ohio, flu-related hospitalizations doubled this week, according to an Ideastream report. Year-over-year cases are higher as well and we are still several weeks away from peak flu season. And we've got measles to worry about, too. Three kids in Cuyahoga County have them. The East Cleveland City School District is riding high after being released last month from state oversight, which had been in place for more than seven years. Gov. Mike DeWine spent much of the week refuting what he called disinformation spread on social media alleging fraud in the state's day care system. The online videos specifically target day cares run by Somali immigrants. Ohio has the second largest population of Somalis in the nation. Police in Akron bring their own long guns to work, but Akron's mayor says they should use only department-issued weapons. He inserted that new rule in the capital budget he submitted to city council this week. The issue of personal long guns has become a concern for community members after 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker was shot dead by an officer using his own gun in 2024. Swearing in for Cleveland's smaller sized city council happened this week, and grumbling about leadership followed not long after. The council, slimmed down to 15 from 17 due to population declined, features 3-new members -- and one returning member who cast a no vote on a perfunctory approval of council's rules, saying leadership does not seek broad input from its members. Guests: -Anna Huntsman, Akron-Canton Reporter, Ideastream Public Media -Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media -Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief, Ohio Public Radio/TV

Property owners are howling as their property values, and their taxes keep going up. And the howls are loud enough for legislators to hear. They passed a number of measures aimed at providing property tax relief. But a grassroots effort to eliminate property taxes persists with the goal of qualifying a constitutional amendment for the 2026 ballot. Local governments and schools say that would be devastating. We will begin our lookback on the Statehouse and statewide news of 2025 with the push to reform property taxes and why any reforms from lawmakers may not be enough to stall a driver to abolish the taxes. Senate Bill 1, a higher education overhaul that targets what supporters call “liberal bias” on college campuses, went into effect in June. The bill, whose main architect is Sen. Jerry Cirino of Kirtland, targets most diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives on campuses and bans faculty strikes, among other measures. Legal marijuana will be more tightly regulated, and intoxicating hemp like the kind sold in corner stores and gas stations, will be banned after the legislature late in 2025 addressed those issues. Voters approved recreational marijuana in 2023 in a statute, not a constitutional amendment, allowing lawmakers to make changes. The Ohio Redistricting Commission redrew the state's congressional district maps in 2025 because the map adopted in 2022 did not have bipartisan support, meaning it had to be redrawn instead of being in place for a decade. The new map gives Republicans an edge in 12 of Ohio's 15 districts. The current map delivered 10 seats to Republicans. But this one did get bipartisan support on the commission because Democrats said they feared if they opposed it, and it went to the full legislature, the map would be even more lopsided in favor of Republicans. The months-long negotiations over Ohio's new two-year operating budget dominated the work of lawmakers for the first half of 2025. In the end, lawmakers handed off to the governor a $60 billion spending plan that flattens the state income tax, restricts the kinds of levies schools can ask voters to approve and changes the funding formula for libraries, eliminating the set percentage they received each year. Can Ohio produce enough power to keep up with demands from both consumers and data centers? That was a big issue in 2025, as the governor signed House Bill 15 in May, addressing power generation and grid reliability. Ohio voters approved an amendment to the state constitution, in place since 2023, protecting abortion rights and reproductive health. That doesn't mean lawmakers opposed to abortion were going to halt their efforts to limit it. Last year, they continued to introduce legislation opponents say conflicts with the voter-approved amendment. It's 2026 and that means big races in Ohio -- from the governor's seat with no incumbent to the Senate seat that will likely break fundraising records again -- are on the clock. Midterms will be a huge story for 2026, and races started taking shape in 2025 with the emergence of Vivek Ramaswamy on the Republican side and Dr. Amy Acton as the apparent Democratic candidate. Guests: -Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief, Ohio Public Radio/TV -Jo Ingles, Reporter, Ohio Public Radio/TV Statehouse News Bureau -Sarah Donaldson, Reporter, Ohio Public Radio/TV Statehouse News Bureau -Clare Roth, Managing Editor, The Ohio Newsroom

NPR's "Books We Love" list for 2025 Each year, NPR staff help assemble their "Books We Love" list, offering more than 350 reading suggestions for all kinds of interests. The thought of parsing through that many recommendations might seem intimidating, but it's more manageable than you might think, because the list is divided into categories based on specific topics like "Historical Fiction," "Mysteries and Thrillers," "For Art Lovers," "Science!" and "It's All Geek To Me," to name a few. Monday on the "Sound of Ideas," Ideastream Public Media's Coordinating Producer Drew Maziasz and NPR Arts Desk Reporter Andrew Limbong share a few selections from the 2025 list, for the avid reader looking for their next paperback, hardcover, digital read or audio book. Guests:- Drew Maziasz, "Sound of Ideas" Coordinating Producer- Andrew Limbong, NPR Arts Desk Reporter Vivek Ramaswamy shares top priorities if elected Ohio governor The two major political parties won't elect their candidates to run for Ohio governor until May 2026, but both the Ohio Republican party and President Donald Trump have already endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy in the race. On Monday's edition of "Sound of Ideas," we share a conversation with the GOP frontrunner covering his priorities if elected, his message to people concerned about health insurance premiums going up, what he's learned from voters on his 88 county tour in Ohio, and more. Last month, we talked with the leading Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Dr. Amy Acton. You can find that full conversation here. Guest:- Vivek Ramaswamy, Republican candidate for Ohio governor

00:00 Show open/ Salvation Army National Commissioner Merle Heatwole on this year's red kettle campaign. 6:19 Toy expert Elizabeth Werner shares what's on the must-have list for kids this Christmas. 13:02 CVS Pharmacy District Pharmacist Leader Amy Lynn Safaty shares what you should keep in your medicine cabinet for cold and flu season. 19:57 Motivational Speaker Carla Ondrasik on her new book out focused on "doing" instead of "trying." 33:00 Face the State: Portion of an interview with Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton.

Tuesday, November 25th, 2025Today, the indictments against Letitia James and Jim Comey have been dismissed after a judge ruled Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed; a Turning Point USA and former Republican State Representative in Arizona has pled guilty to attempted election fraud; corporate media is finally acknowledging that the Republicans have a Nazi problem; multiple judges rebuke the government's methods of defending invasive trans health care subpoenas; DOGE is disbanding 8 months before its charter expires; Twitter's new location transparency feature reveals popular MAGA accounts are actually foreign; Pete Kegseth is threatening to recall Mark Kelly to active duty to court-martial him; multiple Republican House members are thinking about resigning after MTG announced she's stepping down; the former DOJ lawyer that was caught on hidden camera telling his date that Republican names would be redacted from the Epstein files is suing the government for wrongful termination; and Allison and Dana Deliver your Good News.Thank You, OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin with the code DAILYBEANS at  https://www.oneskin.co/dailybeans #oneskinpodGuest: Adam KlasfeldAll Rise NewsAll Rise News - Bluesky, @klasfeldreports.com - BlueSky, @KlasfeldReports - Twitter, @senecaprojectus - Instagram'One-two punch knockout': Comey and James case dismissal debriefSubscribe to MSW Media's YouTube Channel - YouTubeComey and James indictments DISMISSED | Allison Gill, Adam Klasfeld | The BreakdownStoriesTwitter's new location transparency feature unleashes questions about origins of MAGA accounts | NBC NewsDefense Department says it's opening an investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly | NBC NewsWhat MTG got right - Jake Sherman | Punchbowl NewsExclusive: DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter | ReutersTurning Point leader, former GOP Rep pleads guilty to attempted election fraud | Arizona MirrorWhy Republicans Are Fighting About the Nazis - The New York TimesMultiple judges call out DOJ's methods of defending its invasive trans care subpoenas - Chris Geidner | Law DorkFormer DOJ official whose remarks about Epstein files were recorded sues over firing | POLITICOGood Trouble1) Bob - “Upset about the Trump appeasement "peace" plan? Use the two links and/or call The White House during office hours.” Appeasement Is Not Peace and Contact Us – The White House or call (202) 456-11112)There are still plenty of ways to phone bank or canvass for Aftyn Behn In the special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District.Volunteer Opportunities, Events, and Petitions Near Me · Aftyn for Congress on MobilizeThere is also training for the asynchronous phone bankinghttps://www.mobilize.us/aftynforcongress/event/861382/→AACN Alarmed Over Department of Education's Proposed Limitation of Student Loan Access for Nursing**Red, Wine and Blue has a very active North Carolina Community Trouble Nation→Contacting U.S. Senators Find Your Representative | house.gov**Mutual Aid Relief Fund, Mutual Aid Hub, GiveDirectly.org/snap**Group Directory - The Visibility Brigade: Resistance is Possible**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma is gathering signatures**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsDr. Amy Acton for GovernorTamy.Abernathy@ed.govTrans Joy Akron (@transjoyakron) - Instagram Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, MSW Media, Blue Wave CA Victory Fund | ActBlue, WhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. 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After months of consideration, former Congressman Tim Ryan has announced he won't run in the Democratic primary for governor. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles spoke with Amy Acton, the Democrat already in that race. Jo reports on what lies ahead. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about all of the things that happened last week in the Ohio Legislature, including passing bills about income taxes and intoxicating hemp. Plus, Ohio is one step closer to having an official state candy. You can find all of that in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

GOP Analyst Bob Clegg weighs in on that topic as well as what happens next with the Epstein Files

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Republicans and Independents in Ohio turning against Trump and MAGA ahead of the critical 2026 governor's race, as Democratic candidate Dr. Amy Acton surges past MAGA candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Meiselas also interviews Dr. Acton about the race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob kicks off the show talking with Cleveland Police Detective Steve Loomis, discussing a new police division that is looking for people that have been breaking into cars. Bob then talks with the founder of the Ohio Press Network, Jack Windsor about a new poll proclaiming Amy Acton is leading Vivek Ramaswamy in the race for Governor. Bob then replays an interview with Dennis Prager that took place just a couple of days before his devastating fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder of the Ohio Press Network, Jack Windsor joins Bob. They talk about a recent poll claiming Amy Acton is beating Vivek Ramaswamy in the race for governor. They also talk about Bob's latest Road Rant that has gone viral and they talk about how social media works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connecting skilled workers with in-demand and available jobs in Northeast Ohio can be challenging for businesses. Each year, Team NEO, a private, non-profit economic development organization focuses attention on the demand and supply imbalance in the region's workforce. This year, Team NEO's "Aligning Opportunities" report looked specifically at K-12 students and young adults and how they could factor into closing the talent gap regionally. We're going to talk about the report and the workforce landscape for young people in Northeast Ohio to begin Wednesday's “Sound of Ideas.” Later in the hour, we will hear from Dr. Amy Acton. She's currently running for the 2026 Democratic nomination for Ohio governor.

Host Radell Lewis breaks down every candidate running for Ohio Governor in 2026, cutting through the noise to give you the facts that matter. What You'll Learn: Vivek Ramaswamy (Republican) is proposing to eliminate Ohio's state income tax and lower property taxes to reverse the exodus of young Ohioans. He's pushing for increased energy production through fracking and nuclear plants, K-12 education improvements, tougher penalties for repeat criminal offenders (including psychiatric institutionalization), and promises to restore "open dialogue" in Ohio politics. Philip Funderburg (Republican) is a 10th-generation Ohioan and insurance agent from Englewood running on a deportation-focused platform. He's targeting "anchor babies, Haitians, and illegals" in his campaign messaging and frequently posts about Ramaswamy. While aligned with Trump's agenda, Funderburg wants to release the Epstein files. Jacob Chiara (Democrat) is a former Republican now running as a Democrat because he says the GOP "no longer exists" as he knew it. His platform includes boosting small businesses, fully funding public schools, expanding healthcare access, ending pay-to-play politics, and investing in crime prevention. Chiara criticizes both Ramaswamy and Acton, positioning himself as an outsider tired of "politics as usual." Dr. Amy Acton (Democrat), Ohio's former health director, is prioritizing lowering everyday costs for Ohioans including groceries, gas, healthcare, and energy bills. She's committed to fully funding public schools, strengthening Ohio's economy, improving public safety, and addressing corruption in the Statehouse that she says "caters to billionaires and special interests." This is Purple Political Breakdownwhere Radell Lewis gives you the information you need to understand what's really at stake in Ohio politics.Keywords: Ohio Governor race 2026, Vivek Ramaswamy Ohio, Amy Acton governor, Ohio gubernatorial election, Ohio politics, Jacob Chiara, Philip Funderburg, Ohio primary election, who is running for Ohio governor, Ohio election candidates, Ohio state income tax, Purple Political Breakdown, Radell Lewis podcast, nonpartisan political podcast, Ohio voting guide 2026Standard Resource Links & RecommendationsThe following organizations and platforms represent valuable resources for balanced political discourse and democratic participation: PODCAST NETWORKALIVE Podcast Network - Check out the ALIVE Network where you can catch a lot of great podcasts like my own, led by amazing Black voices. Link: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ CONVERSATION PLATFORMSHeadOn - A platform for contentious yet productive conversations. It's a place for hosted and unguided conversations where you can grow a following and enhance your conversations with AI features. Link: https://app.headon.ai/Living Room Conversations - Building bridges through meaningful dialogue across political divides. Link: https://livingroomconversations.org/ BALANCED NEWS & INFORMATIONOtherWeb - An AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk, helping you access diverse, unbiased content. Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACYEqual Vote Coalition & STAR Voting - Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/starFuture is Now Coalition (FiNC) - A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse FutureisFutureis. Link: https://futureis.org/ POLITICAL ENGAGEMENTIndependent Center - Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. Link: https://www.independentcenter.org/ Get Daily News: Text 844-406-INFO (844-406-4636) with code "purple" to receive quick, unbiased, factual news delivered to your phone every morning via Informed ( https://informed.now) All Links: https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdownThe Purple Political Breakdown is committed to fostering productive political dialogue that transcends partisan divides. We believe in the power of conversation, balanced information, and democratic participation to build a stronger society. Our mission: "Political solutions without political bias."Subscribe, rate, and share if you believe in purple politics - where we find common ground in the middle! Also if you want to be apart of the community and the conversation make sure to Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/ptPAsZtHC9

As the campaign trail for Ohio's next governor gets underway, we talk with Vivek Ramaswamy and Dr. Amy Acton at the 2025 Farm Science Review. Both gubernatorial candidates share their early views on agriculture and a few other priority issues for Ohio voters.

00:00 Show open/ Rawle Andrews Jr, Executive Director of The American Psychiatric Association Foundation on mental health training in schools. 12:22 Dr. Julie Gralow, Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, on federal cancer funding. 21:54 Face the State: A new political violence bill at the Statehouse with Rep. Jack Daniels (R- New Franklin) and Rep. Josh Williams (R- Sylvania Township). Governor Mike DeWine, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton on their messages after the killing of Charlie Kirk. Ohio State University President Ted Carter on the Kirk shooting and campus safety. 29:24 Face the State: Ohio's annual Farm Science Review. Rising beef prices with John Barker of the Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance. OSU State of the University. Ohio redistricting beginning. Early literacy education for kids.

Dr. Amy Acton, a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, is the former director of the Ohio Department of Health.

Dr. Amy Acton, a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, is the former director of the Ohio Department of Health.

Chuck Todd opens with a revealing moment that perfectly encapsulates Trump's psychology: after praising Todd on Truth Social for comments taken completely out of context, Trump exposes his desperate hunger for validation and his dangerous ability to rewrite reality, while the six-week delay reveals how information bubbles work in his administration and his "neediness" for historic affirmation drives increasingly erratic behavior that's systematically dismantling constitutional norms. He argues we're witnessing a fundamentally different Trump 2.0 where the resistance that constrained his first term has evaporated, leaving Republicans as a "unified defense mechanism" while Democrats fracture over strategy, all as Trump successfully convinces the country that rules simply don't apply to him anymore. Then, he looks ahead to several key developments shaping the 2026 midterms, from Eleni Kounalakis's California governor exit clearing the field for Rick Caruso, to Sherrod Brown's strategic Ohio Senate bid against likely GOP nominee Vivek Ramaswamy with Amy Acton as a Democratic wildcard, to Mamdani's commanding New York City poll lead over flailing campaigns from Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo. Throughout, he warns that Trump's systematic destruction of institutional norms threatens America's constitutional republic at the exact moment when international credibility and democratic checks and balances matter most for global stability, while his apocalyptic vision of Washington creates a permission structure for authoritarianism that will outlast his presidency.Then, author Jonathan Mahler joins Chuck Todd for a deep dive into his new book “The Gods of New York” which explores the cultural and political forces that shaped New York City during its transformative 1980s era. They discuss figures like Ed Koch who pioneered the "celebrification" of NYC mayors, and Donald Trump who was considered a "fleeting cultural figure" despite learning how to manipulate tabloid culture for attention. Mahler traces the interconnected stories of power brokers like Roy Cohn, who connected Trump with NYC's elite before his death signaled the end of an era, and the complex relationship between Trump and Al Sharpton, who "fed off each other" while Sharpton strategically chose which politicians could attend high-profile funerals like that of murdered teenager Yusef Hawkins. The conversation explores how Trump inserted himself into politics through cultural commentary starting in 1988, mirroring George Steinbrenner's attention-grabbing tactics from the 1970s, while the city grappled with the AIDS epidemic and Ed Koch's failure to meet the moment due to fears of being outed.The discussion examines the broader cultural awakening of the era, from the rise of ACT UP during the AIDS crisis to Spike Lee's movie "Do the Right Thing" serving as a wake-up call for white America, all occurring under the looming presence of Mario Cuomo, who was "larger than life" in New York politics. Mahler details how Trump mastered the art of becoming one of New York's "tabloid gods" before heading toward spectacular bankruptcy in 1990 and entering his "hibernation" period in the '90s, while also drawing parallels between historical political dynamics and contemporary figures like Zohran Mamdani. The episode concludes with insights into why transformational mayors like David Dinkins struggled with reelection and how the Yankees' resurgence became symbolic of the city's broader renewal, providing essential context for understanding how New York's unique political and cultural ecosystem created the conditions that would eventually propel Trump from local celebrity to national political figure.Finally, he answers listeners' questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment.Timeline:00:00 Chuck Todd's Introduction03:45 Trump praises Chuck on Truth Social04:45 Trump missed the context of Chuck's comments05:30 It took six weeks for Chuck's comment to make it to Trump06:45 Trump wants to be historic and shows he's needy08:00 Trump is desperate for affirmation, whether it's positive or negative09:15 Trump bullies everyone into believing there are no rules10:15 Trump ran into resistance in 1.0, but not in 2.011:15 Why the pushback to Trump has dissipated14:00 The Republican party is a unified defense mechanism for Trump14:45 Democrats are split on how to push back on Trump18:00 The apocalyptic vision of DC Trump paints is inaccurate20:30 Trump's actions are terrible for the long term image of the U.S.22:15 If we want to stay a constitutional republic, we need checks and balances24:15 Two big developments in CA governor race25:15 Eleni Kounalakis drops out of CA gov race26:15 Rick Caruso setting up run for governor? Would be frontrunner28:45 Stephen Kloobeck and Caruso could eat into each other30:15 Sherrod Brown opts to run for senate rather than governor32:30 Brown puts the Ohio senate seat in play34:30 Amy Acton could present real challenge to Ramaswamy in Ohio38:30 Ohio will be a stress test for Republican brand in a bad year39:30 Mamdani leads by wide margin in new poll, Adams gets no traction40:00 Cuomo campaign is flailing41:30 Jonathan Mahler joins the Chuck ToddCast! 43:00 Jonathan's New York "credentials" 46:00 Inspiration for "The Bronx is Burning" 48:15 Ed Koch started the celebrification of NYC mayors 50:00 Koch presided over a rebirth of NYC before it unraveled 51:15 Why Roy Cohn's death signaled the end of an era 52:30 Cohn connected Trump with the NYC elite 54:00 Al Sharpton & Donald Trump fed off each other 55:30 Trump was considered a "fleeting cultural figure" in the 80s 57:30 The civil rights community wanted to break with Sharpton 59:00 Sharpton publicized the murder of Yusef Hawkins 1:00:00 Sharpton chose the politicians allowed at the funeral 1:01:30 Mario Cuomo was larger than life, loomed over NYC 1:04:15 Trump begins his rise as celebrity beyond NYC in 1988 1:05:30 Trump inserts himself into politics via cultural commentary 1:07:00 The Rise of Act up amidst the AIDS epidemic 1:09:45 Anger that Ed Koch wasn't meeting the moment during epidemic 1:11:00 Koch didn't bring attention to AIDS for fear of being outed 1:14:00 Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" breaks into cultural zeitgeist 1:19:00 "Do the Right Thing" was a wake up call for white America 1:21:15 The "Gods of New York" are tabloid gods 1:22:30 Trump learned how to grab attention in NYC tabloid culture 1:23:30 Steinbrenner in the 70s was Trump in the 80s 1:25:00 The Yankees resurgence importance to NYC's resurgence in 70s 1:26:30 Trump headed for a spectacular bankruptcy in 1990 1:28:15 Trump's "hibernation" period in the 90s 1:29:30 Is there a parallel to Mamdani's victory? 1:30:30 Why David Dinkens couldn't win reelection1:33:15 Chuck's thoughts on interview with Jonathan Mahler 1:36:00 Ask Chuck 1:36:15 Will Democrats' strategy of gerrymandering help or hurt them? 1:39:00 Top cities for MLB expansion? 1:46:00 What's the response to Texas redistricting if not California?

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Episode 133 features our incredible conversation with Dr. Amy Acton, who's running as the Democratic candidate for governor of Ohio. She left us feeling so hopeful about the future of our home state - and we think you'll feel the same after listening!Dr. Amy Acton grew up in Youngstown, Ohio under difficult circumstances. But that made Amy tough – and now, Amy is running for governor to fight for every Ohio family that's struggling today.After putting herself through medical school, Amy did a residency at Children's Hospital and Ohio State University where she trained in pediatrics and preventive medicine and created the first ever residency rotation in child advocacy.Amy began her career as the Director of Project L.O.V.E where she managed public private partnerships between Columbus area hospitals and key community stakeholders to keep our children healthy. Amy then joined the faculty at Ohio State University where she became an award winning professor of maternal and child health and global public health.In 2019 Governor DeWine asked Amy to serve in his administration as the Director of the Ohio Department of Public Health. Working closely with Governor DeWine, Amy's widely acclaimed leadership and inspiring guidance were experienced in daily news conferences as COVID exploded in the spring of 2020, earning her a Profile in COVID Courage Award from the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation in 2021. In 2022 she was named Woman of the Year for Ohio by USA Today for her efforts.Following her service in the DeWine administration, Amy returned to the Columbus Foundation and helped found the Center for Human Kindness. She worked with CEO's, Mayor's, and community advocates to launch Rapid 5, a nonprofit to promote the region's health and economic wellness. Amy also partnered with WKYC on a new multi-platform series on Health, Hope & Healing–where she spoke to Ohioans about the challenges they face and the innovative solutions they're using to move themselves forward.Now, Amy's running for Governor because she refuses to look away from Ohioans who are struggling.Amy lives in Bexley, Ohio with her husband, Eric, who has coached and taught in Bexley City Schools since 1987. Together they have six kids and enjoy traveling, exploring nature, and spending time with their good friends and growing family.Resources: * Acton for Governor Website* Donate to Dr. Acton's Campaign* Connect with Dr. Acton's on Social Media:* Instagram* Bluesky* Facebook* X/TwitterConnect with USS:* Substack* Instagram* TikTokThis episode was edited by Kevin Tanner. Learn more about him and his services here:* Website* Instagram Get full access to United SHE Stands at www.unitedshestands.com/subscribe

Vivek Ramaswamy joins Bob to talk about his record-setting fundraising haul in his run for governor of Ohio. They discuss his platform including property taxes. They talk about his opponent Amy Acton and his thoughts on Governor DeWine's latest vetoes. Vivek talks about his thoughts on the future of our great state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show with a great conversation with the leading candidate for governor of Ohio, Vivek Ramaswamy. They talk about his opponent Amy Acton, his plans for the future of Ohio, property taxes and more. Bob then talks with Senator Bernie Moreno about the OBBB, illegals, interest rates, Medicaid, the scare tactics of the left and more. Bob is then joined by economist and tax expert Grover Norquist to talk about what happens if the OBBB does not pass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI as Existential Risk or Government Tool (01:01:19 – 01:07:13) Covers contrasting perspectives on AI, including Yudkowsky's apocalyptic warnings, Kurzweil's utopian visions, and concerns that government and corporations will weaponize AI to control society. AI-Induced Psychosis and User Vulnerability (01:07:14 – 01:14:57) Explores real-world incidents of mental breakdowns linked to extended interactions with chatbots, with examples of hallucinations, delusions, and cases resulting in psychiatric commitment or death. The Rise of the 'Transgender Child' Narrative (01:36:36 – 01:47:46) Traces the origin and media promotion of transgender identity in children from psychiatric labeling in the 1960s to medical interventions and mainstream coverage starting in 2007. Critique of Parental Roles in Gender Transitioning (01:51:33 – 01:55:33) Analyzes how parental affirmation and social pressure may drive children toward transitioning. Highlights concerns of grooming, overbearing parenting, and ideological conformity pushed through media and schools. Tech Billionaires and the Loneliness Economy (02:01:11 – 02:04:56) Discusses the rise of AI chatbot companions promoted by Musk and Zuckerberg amid growing social isolation, especially post-COVID, with commentary on digital loneliness culture. Opposition to AI Data Centers and Local Government Overreach (02:04:39 – 02:11:25) Explores how data centers face public backlash due to environmental strain, government subsidies, secret land deals, and federal preemption overriding local control. Synthetic Human DNA and Government-Linked Bioengineering (02:12:52 – 02:18:55) Critiques the Synthetic Human Genome Project funded by the Wellcome Trust, warning about bioethical concerns, corporate motives, and genetic manipulation under state influence. Trump-Musk Feud and Political Fallout Over Big Beautiful Bill (02:29:59 – 02:38:44) Covers Musk's criticism of Trump's omnibus bill, the loss of fiscal credibility, and escalating personal accusations involving campaign money, subsidies, and Epstein-related smears. Foreign Lobby Influence and Israel Aid Criticized by Massey (02:56:53 – 03:01:36) Massey argues against foreign aid to Israel and questions the outsized influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups like AIPAC. Attack ads conflate dissent with siding with enemies. AI Enforcement: Hertz Rental Scanners Issue Fines (03:16:51 – 03:20:424) Hertz's automated vehicle scanners are charging customers hundreds of dollars for minor or invisible damages. AI is criticized as an inflexible system used to extract fees without human judgment. Lab-Grown Meat and Failed Climate Tech Hype (03:20:24 – 03:23:30) Lab-grown meat is framed as another overhyped climate solution following the path of biofuels, with criticisms about its taste, cost, and reliance on manufactured optimism. Ohio COVID Official Eyes Governorship (03:24:07 – 03:25:08) Amy Acton, known for her strict COVID-era policies, is attempting a political comeback amid public distrust of health officials and changing attitudes on pandemic management. Psychological Damage from COVID Response (03:28:39 – 03:29:50) The lasting psychological trauma from pandemic-era mandates, including fear and isolation, is discussed as a societal failure with lingering effects on public behavior. DOJ Prosecutors Fired Over Jan 6 Cases (03:29:50 – 03:32:30) Multiple Justice Department prosecutors involved in January 6 cases were fired, with critics calling it a political purge and defenders noting the prosecutors' controversial actions. NYC Politician Proposes Taxing White Neighborhoods (03:32:31 – 03:33:58) Mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani supports shifting tax burdens to wealthier, whiter NYC neighborhoods, sparking backlash and accusations of racialized policymaking. Politicians Debate Loyalty to Israel (03:34:17 – 03:37:58) Candidates debate who supports Israel more strongly, with one refusing to commit to visiting Israel as mayor, highlighting how American politicians compete for pro-Israel credibility. Gaza Civilians Killed Seeking Aid (03:41:51 – 03:43:26) Over 400 Palestinians have reportedly been killed trying to access humanitarian aid in Gaza, with Israeli forces accused of indiscriminate fire. The death toll has reached staggering levels. Civilian Casualties Ignored or Denied (03:44:29 – 03:45:21) Despite overwhelming death tolls, Israeli forces deny targeting civilians or claim ignorance of specific incidents, while critics cite clear evidence of indiscriminate attacks. Israeli Soldiers Admit Crowd Killings (03:53:27 – 03:55:01) Israeli soldiers reportedly confirm they are ordered to fire on crowds of aid-seekers, contradicting official narratives and reinforcing claims of systematic civilian targeting. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

AI as Existential Risk or Government Tool (01:01:19 – 01:07:13) Covers contrasting perspectives on AI, including Yudkowsky's apocalyptic warnings, Kurzweil's utopian visions, and concerns that government and corporations will weaponize AI to control society. AI-Induced Psychosis and User Vulnerability (01:07:14 – 01:14:57) Explores real-world incidents of mental breakdowns linked to extended interactions with chatbots, with examples of hallucinations, delusions, and cases resulting in psychiatric commitment or death. The Rise of the 'Transgender Child' Narrative (01:36:36 – 01:47:46) Traces the origin and media promotion of transgender identity in children from psychiatric labeling in the 1960s to medical interventions and mainstream coverage starting in 2007. Critique of Parental Roles in Gender Transitioning (01:51:33 – 01:55:33) Analyzes how parental affirmation and social pressure may drive children toward transitioning. Highlights concerns of grooming, overbearing parenting, and ideological conformity pushed through media and schools. Tech Billionaires and the Loneliness Economy (02:01:11 – 02:04:56) Discusses the rise of AI chatbot companions promoted by Musk and Zuckerberg amid growing social isolation, especially post-COVID, with commentary on digital loneliness culture. Opposition to AI Data Centers and Local Government Overreach (02:04:39 – 02:11:25) Explores how data centers face public backlash due to environmental strain, government subsidies, secret land deals, and federal preemption overriding local control. Synthetic Human DNA and Government-Linked Bioengineering (02:12:52 – 02:18:55) Critiques the Synthetic Human Genome Project funded by the Wellcome Trust, warning about bioethical concerns, corporate motives, and genetic manipulation under state influence. Trump-Musk Feud and Political Fallout Over Big Beautiful Bill (02:29:59 – 02:38:44) Covers Musk's criticism of Trump's omnibus bill, the loss of fiscal credibility, and escalating personal accusations involving campaign money, subsidies, and Epstein-related smears. Foreign Lobby Influence and Israel Aid Criticized by Massey (02:56:53 – 03:01:36) Massey argues against foreign aid to Israel and questions the outsized influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups like AIPAC. Attack ads conflate dissent with siding with enemies. AI Enforcement: Hertz Rental Scanners Issue Fines (03:16:51 – 03:20:424) Hertz's automated vehicle scanners are charging customers hundreds of dollars for minor or invisible damages. AI is criticized as an inflexible system used to extract fees without human judgment. Lab-Grown Meat and Failed Climate Tech Hype (03:20:24 – 03:23:30) Lab-grown meat is framed as another overhyped climate solution following the path of biofuels, with criticisms about its taste, cost, and reliance on manufactured optimism. Ohio COVID Official Eyes Governorship (03:24:07 – 03:25:08) Amy Acton, known for her strict COVID-era policies, is attempting a political comeback amid public distrust of health officials and changing attitudes on pandemic management. Psychological Damage from COVID Response (03:28:39 – 03:29:50) The lasting psychological trauma from pandemic-era mandates, including fear and isolation, is discussed as a societal failure with lingering effects on public behavior. DOJ Prosecutors Fired Over Jan 6 Cases (03:29:50 – 03:32:30) Multiple Justice Department prosecutors involved in January 6 cases were fired, with critics calling it a political purge and defenders noting the prosecutors' controversial actions. NYC Politician Proposes Taxing White Neighborhoods (03:32:31 – 03:33:58) Mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani supports shifting tax burdens to wealthier, whiter NYC neighborhoods, sparking backlash and accusations of racialized policymaking. Politicians Debate Loyalty to Israel (03:34:17 – 03:37:58) Candidates debate who supports Israel more strongly, with one refusing to commit to visiting Israel as mayor, highlighting how American politicians compete for pro-Israel credibility. Gaza Civilians Killed Seeking Aid (03:41:51 – 03:43:26) Over 400 Palestinians have reportedly been killed trying to access humanitarian aid in Gaza, with Israeli forces accused of indiscriminate fire. The death toll has reached staggering levels. Civilian Casualties Ignored or Denied (03:44:29 – 03:45:21) Despite overwhelming death tolls, Israeli forces deny targeting civilians or claim ignorance of specific incidents, while critics cite clear evidence of indiscriminate attacks. Israeli Soldiers Admit Crowd Killings (03:53:27 – 03:55:01) Israeli soldiers reportedly confirm they are ordered to fire on crowds of aid-seekers, contradicting official narratives and reinforcing claims of systematic civilian targeting. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

The former Director of Ohio's Department of Health, Amy Acton, M.D., MPH was the first Democratic candidate to announce a campaign for Ohio Governor. Dr. Acton was nominated Director of Ohio's Department of Health by Governor Mike DeWine in February 2019. She quickly became a household name, joining Governor DeWine during his daily afternoon press conferences in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.rnrnDr. Acton began her career as the Director of Project L.O.V.E, managing public-private partnerships between Columbus area hospitals and key community stakeholders. Amy then joined the faculty at Ohio State University, and eventually joined the Columbus Foundation, where she worked to improve the community's health and well-being, particularly in the area of women's health and youth homelessness.rnrnDr. Acton received her medical degree from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine and completed her internship and residency training in pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City, and at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus. Dr. Acton lives in Bexley, Ohio with her husband Eric, and together they have six kids.

The Ohio Democratic Party has a new chair. Amy Acton is building a campaign to run for Ohio governor. And everyone is waiting for Sherrod Brown to announce his plans.

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we're joined by Phoenix Society CEO, Amy Acton, to explore the stories behind the data in the 2024 State of the Survivor Report!

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Governor Mike DeWine joins Bob after a five year break. Bob talks to the Governor about his Browns stadium plans and the money going to help the building of the dome. They also talk property taxes and income tax. They talk about the rumors put out by the Food Bank and the food cuts. Bob even asks about his support for Amy Acton and who he is going to endorse to be the next Governor of Ohio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks to former Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown about his first days out of that office and his plans for the future. Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Ingles to talk about Dr. Amy Acton, former Ohio Health Department director, throwing her hat in the ring for a gubernatorial run in 2026. And they talk about dozens of new bills recently signed into law. And we remember former Ohio Senator and Columbus leader, Ben Espy, and his accomplishments during his long political career.

We discuss the latest with Ohio's Senate appointment, a new legislative session, which bills just became law and the first Democrat to join the 2026 race for governor.

Former Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton ended speculation and announced this week that she will indeed run for governor next year as a Democrat. Meanwhile, Gov. DeWine still has a big decision to make on who will fill JD Vance's seat in the U.S. Senate.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the California fires, the mayor of L.A. and who is to blame for the destruction. Bob then welcomes Dr. Everett Piper to the show to tackle today's culture wars. Will Hild from the Consumer Research group joins Bob to talk the end of DEI in many companies including McDonalds. Bob then talks Biden and Carter and their comparisons. Bob then talks about Amy Acton running for governor and also takes your calls to wrap up the showSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Southwest Ohio man and son arrested in connection with the January 6th riot at the US Capitol; police in Licking County say a pig may contributed to an elderly woman's death; threatening letter and unknown substance received by an Ohio lawmaker; Dr. Amy Acton announced run for Ohio governor.

GOP Analyst Bob Clegg covers a range of topics from renaming the Gulf of Mexico to Dr. Amy Acton running for Governor of Ohio

It's World Burns Week, and today's podcast episode features a special takeover by Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors' CEO, Amy Acton! Amy, who has been actively representing the organization on the World Burns Week steering committee, welcomes two incredible guests from Nigeria: Dr. Onuh and Patience. Dr. Onuh is a passionate and skilled surgeon dedicated to advancing burn care, while Patience is a courageous burn survivor eager to share her story.World Burns Week envisions a future where burns are prevented and everyone—no matter their location, income, gender, age, or ability—has access to timely and effective care. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Onuh and Patience discuss the realities of burn care in Nigeria and survivors' unique challenges in achieving equitable treatment. As a special surprise, Patience's role model, Kechi, joins the conversation, creating a heartfelt and unforgettable moment.Listen in today to learn more about World Burns Week and discover ways to get involved in the global movement to reduce inequality in burn care and support survivors worldwide!  Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guests Dr. Onuh is a dedicated burn, plastic, and reconstructive surgeon from Nigeria with a passion for burn care. She advocates for multidisciplinary burn care and is actively involved in managing burn patients. Dr. Onuh is also committed to research, education, and prevention to reduce the burden of burns in her country. Through her work, she aims to improve outcomes for burn patients, burn survivors and advance the field of burn care. Patience is also from Nigeria and sustained a burn injury not that long ago.Links Learn more about World Burns Week.Watch our latest Girls with Grafts episode featuring Kechi!Sign up for Phoenix Society's newsletter. Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

Jim explores the vital yet often unseen world of public health with Katherine Oliver and Dr. Amy Acton, co-creators of "The Invisible Shield," a groundbreaking four-part PBS documentary series that illuminates the critical role of public health in our daily lives. Dr. Amy Acton, former Director of Health for the State of Ohio, shares her firsthand experience leading public health efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and offers insights into how public health has reshaped our society. The discussion also explores how we can strengthen public health systems, foster trust in communities, and inspire the next generation of public health professionals, offering valuable insights into the intersection of government, philanthropy, and public service in creating healthier communities for all.   New podcast episodes released weekly on Thursday. Follow along with the links below: Sign up for the Celebrations Chatter Newsletter: https://celebrationschatter.beehiiv.com/    Subscribe to Celebrations Chatter on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@celebrationschatter  Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrationschatter/    Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@celebrationschatter  Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/celebrations-chatter-with-jim-mccann/id1616689192    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Yxfvb4qHGCwR5IgAmgCQX?si=ipuQC3-ATbKyqIk6RtPb-A    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzQwMzU0MS9yc3M?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwio9KT_xJuBAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQNg  Visit 1-800-Flowers.com: https://www.1800flowers.com/    Visit the 1-800-Flowers.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1800flowers  Follow Jim McCann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim1800flowers/  Follow Jim McCann on X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/jim1800flowers (@Jim1800Flowers)

The two participated in a recent panel discussion for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence..

The two will participate in a panel for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence on Thursday.

The 2026 gubernatorial race got a little more interesting when Dr. Amy Acton last week floated a possible run. We'll discuss the next governor's race, the latest on the presidential campaign following the Democratic National Convention and more.

The 2026 gubernatorial race got a little more interesting when Dr. Amy Acton last week floated a possible run. We'll discuss the next governor's race, the latest on the presidential campaign following the Democratic National Convention and more.

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On this wee'ks episode, host Allison Donahue speaks with Amy Acton, CEO of The Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors and Buses By The Beach Presiden, Beth Smit,h about the upcoming bus benefit May 24-27 (Memorial Day Weekend)Bus Benefit is presented by: Buses by the Beach at Smiling Acres in Trufant, MI. It is a fundraiser for the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Members of Buses By The Beach are a group of VW van lovers. Their events draw VW bus owners and their families from all over the USA and Canada. Since 2002, Buses By The Beach has combined a love of Volkswagen-style camping with raising money for the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors.  The Phoenix Society is the world's largest burn support organization based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Phoenix Society serves burn survivors, loved ones, burn care professionals, researchers, and anyone else committed to empowering the burn community and building a safer world.  Phoenix Society is now the leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people affected by a burn injury.   Online: Buses By The Beach Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors

There's a little-known truth: public health saved your life today and you probably don't even know it. Public health makes our lives safer and helps us live longer, but its many successes largely go unrecognized. No small wonder it's called “the invisibleshield” in a PBS documentary that aired last month. Former Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Amy Acton, M.D., discusses the important role Public Health plays in our lives. But underfunding and lack of public awareness are constant challenges. With Dr. Acton's foresight, Ohio got through the Covid-19 pandemic, while politicians wanted to deny what science called for, which heightened the dangers brought by the disease. The question is, will we be ready for the next challenge?

A new PBS four-part documentary series The Invisible Shield explores the history of disease outbreaks.

During this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber Wilcox rejoins Rachel Kudlak for the final episode of Season Three. They begin the episode with a quick life update from Amber. The girls are then joined by CEO of Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, Amy Acton, who shares a recap of 2023 and what's ahead for the organization in 2024. Meet Our GuestAmy Acton is the Chief Executive Officer for Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, where she has served the organization for over 20 years. Amy is a burn survivor, former burn nurse, and leading advocate for the burn community. She has dedicated her career to promoting the expansion of burn recovery services and resources for burn survivors and their loved ones.Podcast SponsorToday's podcast is powered by Buses by the Beach! Buses by the Beach are a group of VW van lovers, and while they are based in the West Michigan area, they draw VW bus owners and their families from all over the USA and Canada. Since 2002, Buses by the Beach have combined our love of Volkswagen-style camping with raising money for the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Learn more about them here: https://busesbythebeach.org/ Sponsor Girls with Grafts Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! 

Despite the immense loss and often nasty politics that set in a few months into Ohio's pandemic response, former Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Dr. Amy Acton insists that there was far more love than hate in those early months. Despite the challenges we face, she wants Ohioans to reflect on how much they accomplished together and think about what the means for the state moving forward. On Episode 134 of Prognosis Ohio, more than three years after she stepped down after leading Ohio's COVID-19 response in 2020, Acton joins Prognosis Ohio to talk with Dan Skinner about what perspective and insight a few years of processing the experience have given her. Topics in the state of public health preparedness in Ohio, and what Ohio needs to do to start not only learning important lessons from our state's collective experience with COVID, but to grieve. Acton also talks poignantly about the state of our democratic systems and the relationship between the malignant forces that stormed the U.S. Capitol in 2021 and the divisiveness and threats of violence that set in in Ohio in response to public health measures. Through all of this, Acton offers a number of reasons to have some hope. It's an episode you won't want to miss. Links, Name Checks, and miscellany: ·     Read Dr. Acton's Wikipedia entry here. ·     Read about Acton's new project, with WKYC, “Health, Hope, and Healing.” ·     Acton mentions the book to which she and Dan both contributed, Ohio Under COVID. You can read it for free. Acton sat for an interview that became the Afterword. While Dan's chapter (with Kathryn Poe) opens the book with a discussion of the gender politics of Acton's time as the state's health director. ·     Acton mentioned a “pandemic playbook” created by the George W. Bush administration. You can read about it in this Politico article. ·     Acton mentions a New Yorker piece for which she did interviews in 2019. You can read it here. ·     Dan mentions his conversation, from 2021, with Rick Hodges, former director of the Ohio Department of Health, who led the states response to the Ebola threat. ·     Acton mentions Josh Sharfstein's important book, The Public Health Crisis Survival Guide, which includes a discussion of crisis communication in public health. ·     Listeners should also listen to our recent episode with Minority Leader Rep. Allison Russo, who has also been calling for a statewide study of Ohio's COVID response. ·     Visit our archive of 35 Prognosis Ohio episodes addressing COVID-19 in some manner. ·     Acton mentions a COVID memorial in Great Seal State Park, in Chillicothe. Hosted and produced by Dan Skinner. Audio engineering by Mike Foley. Video engineering by Columbus City Schools. Social media and production support by Nathaniel Powell. Prognosis Ohio is a member of the WCBE Podcast Experience and the Health Podcast Network. Prognosis Ohio is a production of Prognosis Ohio, LLC.

Wednesday, October 11, 2023: Today we continue to follow the brutal killings in Israel at the hands of Hamas, while Jewish people in Ohio grapple with the traumatizing murders. We also share what we know about two homicide investigation in Northeast Ohio, and the death of Cuyahoga County Judge Michael Russo. In Garfield Heights, Governor Mike DeWine is praising police efforts to curb violent crime. In football news, Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson didn't practice again today as he deals with a mysterious shoulder injury. Plus, we fill you in on what's been going on at the Forbes Under 30 Summit, share where you can see Dr. Amy Acton on 3News , which Ohioan won $1 million in Saturday's Powerball drawing, and more on 3News Daily with Stephanie Haney. Watch Stephanie Haney's In The News Now special on Rep. Kevin McCarthy being ousted as Speaker of the House here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11lydcwuinA Watch Stephanie Haney's Legally Speaking specials and segments here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SLtTChKczKEzKhgSopjxcmFQniu28GN Connect with Stephanie Haney here: http://youtube.com/@_StephanieHaney http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: 46-year-old Warrensville Heights woman killed https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/warrensville-heights-woman-killed/95-f164c1f2-ec83-4104-a881-022f4a767eff Lottery winner hits $5.5 million Classic Lotto jackpot in Northeast Ohio: Here's where the ticket was sold https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/lottery/classic-lotto-jackpot-winner-parma-heights-ohio-lottery/95-ebbb56b2-c958-4957-b60b-c3bf15209bf4

Former Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton and former Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor candidly share their experiences and discuss why public service has become so difficult in turbulent times.