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The hits keep coming for Intel, as the company works to rebound from financial losses.

THE EPSTEIN ORIGIN STORY, GERRYMANDERING, AMERICA'S MAYOR & NUCLEAR CATASTROPHE We start with “America's Mayor,” HEIDI LAMPERT of Waldport, Oregon. We then meet the dastardly Jeffrey Epstein as presented by the great DR. BOB FITRAKIS, who broke the first stories about Epstein's financial roots in Central Ohio. Long-time activist JOHN STEINER raises the specter of gerrymandering and how we must fight it. KPFA mainstay DON GOLDMACHER raises the issue of re-districting California to match the gerrymandering in Texas and other warped “rotten boroughs.". “Policy is the answer” says HEIDI V as she conjures a movement to defeat fascism. From Texas we hear ALICE EMBREE fill in many of the blanks the Lone Star fight over the manipulation of who will control the US House. Long-time writer/activist THORNE DREYER founder of “The Rag” in Houston & Austin's best left radio station shows us his great new “Notes from the Underground.” Energy expert KEVIN KAMPS confirms that the South Texas Nuke Plant did freeze in the big Lodestar Storm, resulting in dozens of deaths. The details of the Texas energy fiasco during the Big Freeze are supplied by MYLA RESON. We remember the great DAN HIRSCH who powerfully and effectively fought nukes through his whole life & has sadly just passed on. From Michigan we get from ROGER RAPOPORT the inside scoop on the insane proposed restart of the Palisades atomic reactor, versus a self-financed green transition. From southern Ohio we hear from VINA COLLEY about the killing power of uranium enrichment.

This date in history, Tito is even more fired up for tomorrow night's NFL Hall of Fame game, Luka Doncic is getting in shape, the Dispatch ranks Central Ohio's best HS football players of this century, Austin Ward and a special Wednesday appearance from Chad 'Ya Highness' Patrick. 

Welcome to a special episode of Table Talk with Pam. I'm your host, Pamela Stone, and today we're diving deep into a topic that doesn't get talked about enough: men's mental health. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, we're joined by Tanya Kelly—a resilient cancer survivor and ostomy advocate—as well as her husband, Robert Kelly, who has been her steadfast caregiver throughout an intense journey of illness, surgery, and recovery. Alongside them is Dushon Johnson, Executive Director of "At the Table," an organization supporting the health and wellness of women and girls, particularly those facing cancer. Together, we explore the emotional weight carried by male caregivers, the often-hidden struggles men face when supporting loved ones through health crises, and the critical importance of open communication, self-care, and support systems. Robert shares his personal experiences balancing caregiving for both his wife and his mother, how he leans on his close-knit group of friends, and why it's vital for men to acknowledge their feelings and seek help without shame. Tanya opens up about her own battle with depression, finding a sense of community, and the invaluable role her husband's support played in her recovery. If you or someone you care about is dealing with illness, caregiving, or mental health challenges, this episode offers real-world insights, strength, and reminders that you are not alone. Plus, we highlight practical local resources, the power of advocacy, and an upcoming celebration honoring women cancer survivors in Central Ohio. Grab your pen and paper—this episode is packed with inspiring stories, actionable advice, and plenty of reminders to celebrate the caregivers in your life. Let's get started. Stay connected: www.attrinc.org www.sheShift.com

One of the Lorain police officers shot in an ambush on Wednesday has died; a state lawmaker from Cincinnati is reportedly considering giving up his seat in the Ohio House of Representatives; there are new questions about the future of Intel in Central Ohio; a Cleveland hospital has announced layoffs.

Today - Families in north central Ohio are finding creative ways to juggle careers, personal growth, and parenting, all while struggling to find reliable, affordable child care.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Nate Gilmore has a conversation with Dr. Eddie Estep, District Superintendent for South Central Ohio. Before serving in this role, Dr. Estep served as DS of Kansas City and South Carolina. He has served as a pastor in West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. Dr. Estep is a distinguished Christian leader and excellent communicator. As an author, he possesses a remarkable ability to bridge profound biblical wisdom with practical leadership strategies, drawing insights from the lives of pivotal figures in Scripture. During our discussion, we touched upon his impactful books, each offering unique perspectives on leadership: Who Can Be Against Us? Leadership Lessons from the Life of Paul delves into the Apostle Paul's journey, exploring his divine call, key relationships, character, competencies, and the challenges he faced in ministry.   What's in Your Hand? Leadership Lessons from the Life of Moses examines the challenging journey of Moses, offering insights on discerning God's voice, navigating change, and empowering a leadership team.   Who's Got Your Back? Leadership Lessons from the Life of King David explores leadership principles through the lens of King David's relationships, revealing how his successes and failures were deeply intertwined with his interactions with friends, family, and adversaries.   And its companion, Who's By Your Side? More Leadership Lessons from the Life of King David continues to draw leadership lessons from David's relationships, emphasizing that truly great leadership is built upon both competence and unwavering character.   Lifelong Learning Code: 80890 Click here to learn about Lifelong Learning

We discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Central Ohio as the region experiences rapid—yet manageable—growth. Our special guest, Adam Porr, the Research and Data Officer for the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC), joins us to demystify how strategic planning helps drive sustainable development in everything from transportation and housing to air quality and infrastructure.We'll explore how MORPC's collaborative efforts shape the future of our region, what goes on behind the scenes in massive projects like the 70/71 Split, and why data-driven decision making is at the heart of it all. From understanding complex issues like zoning and affordable housing to innovative programs like LinkUS and Zone In, Adam shares his unique journey from engineer to urban planner and discusses how community input plays a vital role in building a thriving Central Ohio.Whether you're navigating traffic congestion, concerned about housing options, or interested in creating a more sustainable community, this conversation will give you a deeper look at the planning process keeping Central Ohio moving forward. Plus, find out how you can get involved and make your voice heard. Let's get started!If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast!Here are 3 key takeaways for anyone passionate about urban development, community growth, or the future of Central Ohio:Collaboration Drives Regional Success: MORPC is not a legislative body, but rather a catalyst, bringing together local governments to plan, fund, and coordinate critical transportation and infrastructure projects for sustainable growth.Data-Informed Decisions Shape Our Future: The MORPC team leverages detailed data analysis to guide major projects, from air quality monitoring to long-term transportation and housing plans. These insights help communities adapt proactively to trends like population surges and economic shifts.Community Voices Matter: Through programs like Leaders Listen, MORPC actively seeks input from residents and stakeholders. This feedback influences everything from transit corridors to affordable housing strategies—so your voice truly helps shape the future of Central Ohio.Moments00:00 Urban Life's Eye-Opening Impact07:02 Complexity of Urban Planning10:48 Metropolitan Transportation Plans Overview16:32 "Managing Modest Growth Rates"22:03 "Leaders Listen: Annual Public Survey"31:24 "Link Us: Bus Rapid Transit Plan"36:50 Central Ohio's Transit-Centric Development Plan40:22 Complex Zoning Hinders Urban Growth43:18 Advocating for Missing Middle Housing52:02 Building Codes Impact on Housing Crisis57:11 Central Ohio Population Change Factors58:51 Columbus: Attract Migrants to Grow01:07:08 Novice-Friendly Bike Routes InitiativeWe would love to hear from you.Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.Find us on Bluesky and Facebook.Please review our podcast on Google!And of course, everything can be found on our website,

Mark Somerson of Columbus Business First has the latest local business news including new restaurants opening up

Is Columbus ready to hit three million residents? Ready or not, it's a milestone that's just 25 years away, according to estimates. While the surge brings enormous opportunity—more jobs, greater diversity, and increased investment—it comes with high-stakes questions: Is the region truly prepared for what's ahead? And what happens if it isn't? Columbus is now one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest, with its metro population expected to rise by 35% and surpass 3 million by 2050. This growth is fueled by millennial migration, international immigration, and a strong economy attracting both businesses and talent. This forum tackles the most urgent issues shaping the future of a larger, more complex Columbus: how to build a workforce that meets growing demand, how to expand and modernize public transportation, and how changing demographics will redefine the region's cultural and civic landscape. Featuring:  Rob Dorans, President Pro Tem, Columbus City Council;  Monica Tellez-Fowler, President & CEO, COTA;  Michael Wilkos, Vice President of Community Engagement, United Way of Central Ohio.  The host is Jordan Laird, Politics and Government Reporter, The Columbus Dispatch.  This forum was sponsored by Columbus City Council, COTA, and Downtown Columbus, Inc.  The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at the Columbus Foundation.  CMC's livestream and promotional partner was The Columbus Dispatch.  This forum was recorded before a live audience at The Ellis in Columbus' historic Italian Village on July 16, 2025. 

COTA's President Monica Tellez-Fowler joins All Sides to discuss the latest transit developments and future plans.

COTA's President Monica Tellez-Fowler joins All Sides to discuss the latest transit developments and future plans.

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A man is dead after his boat capsized on Lake Erie; Central Ohio man charged with child sex abuse; the Browns release a letter to fans; Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spotted in northeast Ohio.

Shawn Ballinger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-ballinger-cfp%C2%AE-30834513/) is the Founder of Columbus Street Financial Planning, an Ohio-based, fee-only RIA overseeing $100 M in assets. After two decades advising high-net-worth families, Shawn launched his own firm in 2019 to prove that comprehensive wealth management shouldn't cost 1 % of a client's portfolio.A U.S. Army National Guard veteran and past President of the FPA of Central Ohio, Shawn now serves 75+ households on a complexity-based flat fee—delivering full-spectrum planning without the sticker shock.In this episode, Chris and Shawn discuss:Scaling from zero clients to $100 M AUM in five years on a flat-fee modelPricing tiers by complexity—and knowing when to raise feesOrganic growth through COIs, Kiwanis service, and community outreachWhy 50 % of great advising is client educationWhen a solo advisor should hire an intern, paraplanner, or full-time staffConnect with Shawn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-ballinger-cfp%C2%AE-30834513/Website: https://columbusstreetfin.com/Email: shawn@columbusstreetfin.comMaximize your marketing, close more clients, and amplify your AUM by following us on:Instagram: https://instagram.com/ultrahighnetworthclientsTikTok: https://tiktok.com/ultrahighnetworthclientsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uhnwcFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UHNWCPodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/uhnwcpodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ultra-high-net-worth-clients-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDrWebsite: https://uhnwc.comWork with us: https://famousfounder.com/faDISCLAIMER: This content is provided by Chris Brodhead for general information purposes only. It is not an offer to buy or sell any securities or investments. Investing involves risk of loss. Discuss all decisions with a qualified advisor, considering your goals, needs, and risk tolerance.

What does it really look like to build a profitable product-based business in a small town—with your whole family involved? In this episode, I chat with Kim Videkovich, co-founder of County Line Meats, a fifth-generation farm-turned-direct-to-consumer brand based in Central Ohio. Kim shares how she and her husband launched their farm business during the pandemic and scaled it using local partnerships, a smart subscription model, and an ultra-intentional customer experience—while also juggling a full-time job and raising three boys. Whether you're selling physical products or just want to create stronger community connections, Kim's story is full of down-to-earth insights on visibility, pricing, and building local trust without burning out. You'll hear:How Kim turned a one-freezer experiment into a 12-freezer operation with recurring monthly revenueThe subscription strategy that made their premium beef more accessible and created consistent incomeCreative ways County Line Meats built visibility in the community—without relying on farmers' marketsWhy pricing with confidence is a game-changer (and how their butcher helped validate their value)How Kim uses email storytelling to drive sales and deepen customer connectionThe systems she uses to keep things simple, convenient, and scalable for a small local audience CONNECT WITH KIM:Website: www.countylinemeatsohio.comInstagram: @countylinemeatsohioFREE Download: Three Favorite Family Recipes - https://www.countylinemeatsohio.com/downloads 

We will look into the future of driving conditions in Ohio and whether the state needs more driver's education.

We will look into the future of driving conditions in Ohio and whether the state needs more driver's education.

Central Ohio's vast range of nonprofits care for children, families, animals, the environment, and just about everything in between. Our region's nonprofit organizations – both large and small – are doing work that's more important than ever, yet some are facing an uncertain future amid potential funding cuts and anxiety among the communities they serve. With a panel of passionate nonprofit leaders, we unpack the state of Central Ohio nonprofits at one of CMC's most popular forums of the year. Featuring: Julie Fletcher, Director of Community Impact, Crane Group Joe Gottron, President & CEO, Gladden Community House Denise Robinson, President and CEO, Alvis Tom Schmid, President & CEO, The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium The host is Michael Corey, Executive Director, Human Service Chamber of Central Ohio Concluding remarks by Dr. Frederic Bertley, President and CEO, COSI and CEO, The National Veterans Memorial and Museum  The presenting sponsor of this forum was The Columbus Foundation. This forum was sponsored by Bank of America, Benefactor Group, Columbia Gas of Ohio, The Columbus Museum of Art, Cramer and Associates, Huntington Bank, Mollard Consulting, and The United Way of Central Ohio. The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at the Columbus Foundation. CMC's livestream partner was The Columbus Dispatch. This forum was also supported by The National Veterans Memorial and Museum. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus on June 25, 2025. 

The James Cancer Diagnostic Center has quickly become a valuable resource for the Central Ohio community and beyond. “Since we opened [in June 2020] we've had about 7,000 total visits … and about 40 percent have been diagnosed with some type of cancer,” said Tina Sowers, the Center's administrator. In this episode we are joined by Raquel Reinbolt, MD, medical director of the Center, Sowers, and Rupa Ghosh-Berkebile and Victoria Krogg, the Center's two advanced practice providers. The Center opened in the midst of the COVID epidemic. “The goal was to reach more patients and open a new front door to the James,” said Reinbolt, MD. She added people without a primary care physician can “self-refer to us and we can accommodate telemedicine visits. This leads to earlier diagnoses and better outcomes and quality of life. That's why we're such strong advocates for screenings and for not ignoring symptoms.” The Center is located on the 5th floor of the James Cancer Hospital on The Ohio State University campus. Suspecting you might have cancer, and then an actual diagnosis, can lead to heightened levels of anxiety. Ghosh-Berkebile and Krogg excel at helping patients understand their cancer diagnosis and to reduce some of their fears. “We help the patients understand what's happening to them and that we care about them,” Ghosh-Berkebile said.Krogg uses a whiteboard to describe complicated cancer and medical procedures. “It really helps, especially for patients who aren't familiar with medical terms, which is most patients. This job is rewarding because we help patients during a vulnerable time in their lives.” “And we let them know there is hope and we will get you to the right people at the James,” Ghosh-Berkebile added. The James Cancer Diagnostic Center is one of the first in the country, and other major cancer centers have taken notice. “Several of these cancer centers have reached out to us,” Sowers said. “They want to know how we're doing it and they want to learn from us.”

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Central Ohio's economic future is high-tech—but is our education system ready? With new semiconductor plants, clean energy facilities, and advanced logistics hubs rising across the region, the workforce of tomorrow will need advanced skills today. This week, the Columbus Metropolitan Club welcomes a panel of business and education leaders for a candid discussion on what it will take to prepare Ohio students for careers in STEM, AI, and other fast-evolving industries. Featuring: Geena Gamble, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Worthington Enterprises Lisa Gray, President, Ohio Excels Pat Tiberi, President and CEO, Ohio Business Roundtable The host is Alissa Widman Neese, Reporter, Axios. This forum was sponsored by Communities in Schools of Ohio and The Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland. The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at the Columbus Foundation. CMC's livestream partner was The Columbus Dispatch. This forum was also supported by The Ellis. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The Ellis in Columbus' historic Italian Village on June 11, 2025.

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss economic challenges in Central Ohio, ongoing construction projects and a union-busting case impacting Teamsters Local 284. Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss proposed Medicaid cuts, their impact on healthcare access and potential job losses at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Mark Somerson of Columbus Business First has a look at all the local business news happening around the Columbus area

Man accused in the fatal shooting of a Morrow County sheriff's deputy appears in court; new report finds a lack of knowledge may have led to delays in EPA response to the East Palestine train derailment; state Senate republicans want to use unclaimed funds to support the Cleveland Browns' new stadium and the Cincinnati Bengals' stadium renovations; Westerville's new police chief makes history in Central Ohio.

Season 6 is finally here and we celebrate everything that is going on. I talk about my weekend spent with great bands like Nine Men's Misery and From Ashes Reborn as they recorded sets at the legendary Union Theatre in Attleboro, MA. I discuss the YouTube page before we get into our first Unsigned band (we only play Unsigned bands now) in Central Ohio's Echoes Of War. We talk some rock and metal news with stories on Cynic, Paradise Lost, Foo Fighters, Stray From The Path, etc. We end the show with our last unsigned band in Toronto, CA's Evil Villain. If you would like to donate to The Union Theatre Revival Project, please consider visiting the give butter page here. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter.com/pedal_radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.com/eddiespedaltothemetalradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram.com/pedaltothemetalradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pedaltothemetalradioshow.blogspot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/pedaltothemetalradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedalmetalradio.bsky

Law enforcement officials in Central Ohio share details about the capture of a man who allegedly shot two police officers last week; Cleveland Heights city council passed a resolution of no confidence against the city's mayor; bill regarding dangerous dogs is making its way through the statehouse; Put-in-Bay man goes to space.

The well-oiled machine that is Taylor Swift; plus, Breakaway Festival shakes Central Ohio

On this podcast we play local travel ‘This or That' with lots of fun and insightful commentary! Join us for all this and much more!   Show Notes:  On this podcast we play local travel ‘This or That' with lots of fun and insightful commentary! Join us for all this and much more! 5 Calls - Make your voice heard. 5 Calls is the easiest and most effective way for U.S. constituents to make a political impact.   Columbus Arts Festival Columbus Summer Wine Festival Schmidt's German Village Restaurant | Iconic Columbus Dining Experience Schmidt's German Village Menu | Columbus Restaurant Favorites Historic Columbus restaurant brings back legendary all you can eat buffet for first time in 5 years Shop Schmidt's Natural Deodorant Eatery offering build-your-own bowl, burgers and more launching new location Clean Eatz Clean Eatz - Cafe Menu Popular BBQ spot announces opening date of new Clintonville location World-famous band donates $100k to two Columbus nonprofits According to ‘Yelp,' this family-owned Central Ohio bakery serves some of the best pies in America Just Pies Menu (Full Menu Update 2025) Stonewall Columbus Pride 2025 2025 Pride Month: Events happening in and around Columbus 7 Body Parts You Should Never Ignore After 50  

This week on Tee to Green, Skip is live from Muirfield Village for the Memorial Tournament. He is joined by Program Director out at Muirfield Dan Sullivan to talk about the first two days of the tournament. Next Golf Digest's Dave Shedloski sits down with Skip to talk about the new changes to the format at the Tour Championship. Then Scott Stender of the Fairways Columbus talks with Skip about their location out on the course to hit golf balls on their simulators. And to finish the show, PGA Professional Andy Montgomery tells us more about the Monday US Open Qualifiers in Central Ohio.

After 34 years in public education, Scott DiMauro is retiring from teaching when his second term as OEA President ends in July. As he prepares to finish that chapter in his life and reflecting on the big moments and lessons learned from his years in leadership and the classroom, Scott is also looking ahead to the future. He shares his thoughts in this season finale podcast episode.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | OEA members have been weighing in on the Public Education Matters podcast and on podcasts in general to help shape the future of OEA's podcast. More feedback is always welcome! Please email educationmatters@ohea.org.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Scott DiMauro, Ohio Education Association PresidentScott DiMauro, a high school social studies teacher from Worthington, was elected President of the OEA in 2019 after having served as vice president for six years. Over his 34-year career as an educator, Scott has worked to provide students the critical thinking and decision-making skills they need to be successful citizens in our democracy while advocating for students, educators, and strong public schools at all levels of his union.Scott's priorities as president have included strengthening local affiliates, enhancing professional supports for members, and elevating the voice of educators in public policy to ensure all students are given access to a high-quality education that inspires their creativity, imagination, and desire to learn. As OEA President, he helped lead a successful coalition effort that resulted in the historic passage of the Fair School Funding Plan along with an increase in the state minimum teacher's salary as part of the most recent state budget bill.Scott has facilitated OEA's Board and leadership team in educating and organizing members to advocate for social, racial, and economic justice. That priority has framed OEA's advocacy on school safety, resistance to attacks on educators' freedom to teach and students' freedom to learn an honest education, and a comprehensive strategy to attract and retain caring, qualified educators—both licensed and support professionals—in every community across Ohio.As vice president, Scott was proud to guide the OEA Commission on Student Success to lay out a comprehensive vision for high-quality education for all students and lay the groundwork for positive implementation of the federal Every Student Succeeds Act in Ohio. He also led an initiative to increase student access to breakfast in high-poverty districts and served as national spokesperson for the Partners for Breakfast in the Classroom. At the national level, he currently serves as president of the National Council of State Education Associations.Term-limited to two three-year terms as OEA President, Scott will hand over the reins to OEA's new president in July. He is also retiring from teaching this summer. But, he says, his work in public education advocacy will continue. Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on May 8, 2025.

Send us a textFrom the moment Oyauma Garrison walked into the studio—I knew this conversation was going to be so goddamn special. As the CEO of Maryhaven—a premier nonprofit rehabilitation center in Central Ohio—Oyauma carries a story that's deeply personal and incredibly powerful.We talked about everything: growing up in Baltimore during the crack epidemic, the mentors who helped shape his path, and how he's now using his platform to lead the charge on some of the biggest mental health and addiction issues facing our communities today—right here in Central Ohio.We get into:→ The alarming rise in fentanyl and xylazine overdose deaths→ Why women are drinking more post-pandemic→ The hidden homelessness crisis in America→ How Maryhaven's programs are changing lives of people impacted by addiction and mental illnessI can't think of a more meaningful way to honor #mentalhealthawarenessmonth than with this conversation. Oyauma you are the true definition of a TOTAL BADASS. I'm so grateful for this time together. If you've ever wondered how to make a difference or just want to hear from someone who walks the talk—this is it.

Embattled Cleveland Heights mayor speaks about recent controversy at city hall; a lake north of Cincinnati is dangerously contaminated with bacteria; new proposed legislation seeks to end quotas used to evaluate Ohio police officer performance; some Central Ohio patients will start paying for some MyChart messages with their doctor.

In this episode of the Innovation Somalia Podcast, I sit down with Dorothy Hassan — a dedicated community advocate and candidate for Hilliard City Council. Dorothy shares her inspiring journey, the challenges she's faced in politics, and her commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices in Central Ohio.We also talk about her work with Our Helpers, where she helps immigrant and refugee families navigate the challenges of settling in a new country. This episode is filled with heart, resilience, and a powerful reminder of what it means to serve your community.

Canada isn't just a neighbor—it's Ohio's number one international trading partner. In this week's Columbus Metropolitan Club forum, we explore what recent U.S.-Canada trade tensions could mean for jobs, industries, and the economic future of Central Ohio.  Featuring: Colin Bird, Consul General of Canada in Detroit Allison Russo, Ohio State Representative, District 7, and Statehouse Minority Leader Bala Sathyanarayanan, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Greif The host is Dan Eaton, Senior Reporter, Columbus Business First. This forum was sponsored by The Ohio Manufacturers' Association. The forum partners were The Columbus Council on World Affairs and The League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus.  The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at the Columbus Foundation. CMC's livestream partner was The Columbus Dispatch. This forum was also supported by The Ellis. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The Ellis in Columbus' historic Italian Village on May 21, 2025.

Recently named the High School Teacher of the Year by her local Veterans of Foreign Wars post, the wider VFW district, and the state VFW organization under the VFW's Smart/Maher National Citizenship Education Teacher Program, Celina Education Association member Alicia Ball is dedicated to teaching her students be good citizens by getting them outside their classroom and building up their community, and she's always adding new projects to her list. In this episode, Ball explains why she's so passionate about her students' community service, and how these activities help fuel her through hard times and good times alike.HELP ALICIA'S STUDENTS | If you have connections, resources, or any ideas that can help Alicia Ball take her students to volunteer at a soup kitchen in New York City, please send Alicia an email at ansneddon@gmail.comSUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR STORY | Public Education Matters continues to lift up the good work of OEA members and OEA locals across the state. Help us tell your local's story! Please send us an email at educationmatters@ohea.org to let us know about what educators you know are doing to help their schools, students, co-workers, and communities.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Alicia Ball, Celina Education Association memberAlicia Ball is the proud mom of two girls, Baylie and Linden, and wife to Andy. She is teaching English at Celina High School and is just about to complete year 15. She teaches dance part time and loves reading, boating, and shopping. Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. The interview in this episode was recorded on April 17, 2025. 

In this illuminating episode of Mornings with Mayesh, we dive deep into the transformative power of continuing education in the floral industry with Kristen Pulcheon, Executive Director of Fiori Florals Design Studio in Central Ohio. Since launching in January 2020, Kristen has built Fiori into a powerhouse that executes nearly $2 million in events annually. Drawing from her 20-year journey through the wedding and special events industry—spanning luxury bridal fashion, event venues, and finally floral design—Kristen shares candid insights on how ongoing education has been crucial to her team's remarkable success. As both a seasoned business owner and a bride-to-be herself (with her wedding just days away!), Kristen offers a unique perspective on excellence in floral design. She reveals her strategies for cultivating a learning culture that balances technical skills with creative development, adapting to industry shifts, and measuring the return on educational investments. Listeners will discover practical approaches to team development that can be implemented in businesses of any size, from solo floral artists to large studios. Kristen also discusses emerging trends in the industry and the skills she believes will be essential for floral professionals in the coming years. Whether you're looking to scale your floral business, enhance your design capabilities, or simply find inspiration from one of the industry's rising stars, this conversation provides valuable takeaways for anyone passionate about the world of flowers and design. Duration: 45 minutes Visit our blog for the show notes and video replay: https://www.mayesh.com/blog/how-continuing-education-elevates-floral-design-with-kristen-pulcheon 

Books that feature diverse voices - from diverse characters and diverse authors - help students discover their own voices and write themselves into the history books of tomorrow. Across Ohio, educators are using diverse literature to prompt important discussion, create welcoming learning environments, and help young people see themselves and the world around them in new ways. In this episode, we dive into the work of two local associations to do just that!CHECK OUT THE READ-INS | Click here to view a gallery of photos and videos from some of Twinsburg Education Association Diversity Read-Ins and other events throughout this school year. CELEBRATE DIVERSE READERS IN LIMA | Lima-area students and their families are invited to join the Lima Education Association, OEA, and OEA-Retired at the third annual Summer Celebration of Diverse Readers to enjoy free family activities, free food, and free diverse books!Thursday, May 22, 2025 (the last day of school for Lima City Schools)2 p.m.-6 p.m.Lima Town SquareMore info: www.ohea.org/diversereadersSUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR STORY | Public Education Matters continues to lift up the good work of OEA members and OEA locals across the state. Help us tell your local's story! Please send us an email at educationmatters@ohea.org to let us know about what educators you know are doing to help their schools, students, co-workers, and communities.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Kristie Woolbright-Lewis, Twinsburg Education Association memberWith more than 25 years in education, Kristie is the Department Chair and School Counselor at Twinsburg High School. She focuses on improving the ninth grade transition and new student transfer experience. She developed a program to cultivate student leaders who would support and assist incoming students. Most recently the initiatives expanded to incorporating Diversity Read Ins that would embrace empathy, encourage change, and increase acceptance of all students and our differences. Kristie's career in education began in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. There she taught Health/PE 1999 until 2007. In 2007, she was afforded the opportunity to begin her heart's passion work as a school counselor.  While in CMSD, she worked with amazing educators who assisted her with gaining experience and knowledge that supported as she embarked upon the new position she accepted in 2018 at Twinsburg High School. Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. The interview for this episode was recorded on April 7, 2025.

Bhuwan Pyakurel, a former refugee from Bhutan, resettled in the United States in 2009. He and his family moved to Ohio in 2014 and he became a U.S. citizen in 2015. They bought their first home in Reynoldsburg and immediately became involved in the community. Bhuwan and his wife, Dil, have been married for 14 years and they have two children, Aditi and Dev, both who attend Reynoldsburg Public Schools. Aditi loves reading and volunteers her time to raise funds to protect the environment. Dev loves sports and plays basketball and soccer, and enjoys skateboarding, karate, chess, and solving the Rubik's Cube. As a community leader, Bhuwan has worked with the Reynoldsburg Police Department and residents ever since he moved to the city. He believes education is the most important tool to bridge the gap and build trust between those in public safety and the community. Since 2015, Bhuwan has been a manager of interpretive services for Primary One Health, which operates 10 clinics in Central Ohio, and he also serves on the Board of the new Reynoldsburg YMCA. He has also served as President of the Bhutanese Community of Central Ohio (BCCO). For Ward 3 residents and all of Reynoldsburg, Bhuwan's plans include: helping keep Reynoldsburg residents safer by fixing sidewalks, roads and infrastructure and improving lighting, increasing the number of code enforcement officers in the City, boosting communications and transparency between City Council and citizens by using modern technologies, and making City government work better for the people of Reynoldsburg by holding regular town hall forums with constituents. Bhuwan, who has a Bachelor of Science degree from North Bengal University in India, and the City of Reynoldsburg made history in November 2019 when he became the first Bhutanese American to be elected to public office in the United States. After he and 120,000 fellow Bhutanese-Nepali's were forcibly pushed out of Bhutan and their civil, human and political rights stripped away, Bhuwan says he will “always be grateful to this nation for giving me a second chance to live my life and enjoy these freedoms in the greatest country in the world.” Bhuwan deeply values his American citizenship and its inalienable protected rights, and he now works to “pay it forward” and create new opportunities for the people of Reynoldsburg.

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss recent economic challenges, ongoing projects and outreach efforts in the Central Ohio construction industry. Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the impact of recent tariffs on the economy, the rollback of safety regulations under the Trump administration and ongoing challenges faced by unions in protecting workers' rights.

When the Association for Cuyahoga County Employees for Special Students (ACCESS) sat down at the bargaining table a few years ago, they were told, 'if you don't like it here, you can leave.' In that moment, ACCESS leaders said, 'if we don't like it here, we can make it better.' And that's what they did - nearly going out on strike to achieve those critically important gains in their contract. In this episode, we hear from ACCESS Co-President Ky Theophanous about his journey to leadership, that 2023 bargaining crisis, and how it brought the members of his local association together to better advocate for themselves and for the individuals they serve through the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities today.READ THE STORY IN OHIO SCHOOLS | Parts of this conversation with Ky Theophanous were featured in the April/May 2025 edition of OEA's Ohio Schools magazine. Click here to check out the story on pages 20-21. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Kyriakos "Ky" Theophanous, ACCESS Co-PresidentConnect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. The interview in this episode was recorded by Julie Newhall on February 25, 2025. 

As the demand for Career Tech education continues to grow in Ohio, Career Tech programs continue to struggle to attract and retain educators to serve students because of problems with the way most salary schedules are structured. Career Tech educators often have years or decades of prior experience in the private sector - and the expertise they can share with their students is invaluable as a result - but many do not have the advanced degrees that other educators who took a more traditional path to the classroom often do, so Career Tech educators' salaries often don't reflect the value they bring to our schools. The Greene County Career Center Education Association recently bargained a new kind of salary schedule and new contract language to change that, and now they're hoping other local associations will follow their lead.SEE THE GCCCEA COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT AND SALARY SCHEDULE | Greene County Career Center Education Association President Doug Picard is happy to show other local leaders what his association accomplished in its latest negotiations and share his insight about how it could be replicated for other educators across the state. You can reach Doug by email at douglaspicard@gmail.comLISTEN TO OUR PREVIOUS CONVERSATION | Regular Public Education Matters listeners may recognize Doug Picard from a previous episode this season. Doug reached out with the follow up discussed in this episode after an earlier conversation about the Growing Demand for Career Tech in Ohio. Click here to listen to that conversation in Season 5, Episode 17.  SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS | For too long, the federal Government Pension Offset and Windfall Elimination Provisions of the Social Security Act have unfairly hurt Career Tech educators, who often enter the education profession after private sector careers. At the end of 2024, Sen. Sherrod Brown's Social Security Fairness Act passed in Congress. Click here to read OEA's statement on the landmark legislation.Featured Public Education Matters guests: P.R. Frank, Greene County Career Center Education Association memberAn educator for 31 years, P.R. Frank came to CTE in 2007 after 15 years as a public school educator. He helped to start three successful Dayton schools, has led teacher professional development, and has taught in classrooms ranging from elementary to post-secondary education. Prior to joining a career technical school, P.R. enjoyed developing his own small business as a digital media creator in his spare time. He champions great curriculum design, excellent teaching, and giving students a step up in life pursuits.Doug Picard, Greene County Career Center Education Association President Doug Picard is in his sixth year as a manufacturing and engineering instructor at the Greene County Career Center (GCCC) in Xenia, Ohio. Before joining GCCC, he served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force, where he taught in classrooms, developed avionics test programs, and authored technical policies. At GCCC, his teaching emphasizes human-centered design and adaptive technologies to support underrepresented communities. Picard has also collaborated with the University of Dayton and Central State University as a research mentor for their Global STEM Research Experience for Teachers where he studied engineering in developing areas in Ecuador and India. Over the next three years, he will work with these universities, along with Wright State University, on a National Science Foundation-funded Research Experience for Teachers focused on electronics and semiconductors.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. The interview for this episode was recorded on April 14, 2025.

“I didn't become a mom to never see my kids.”“Nobody's working when I'm out. So I can't be gone for six days.”“It's nice to sit at a microscope and not talk to anyone except my computer.”“Most of us are in schools or hospital systems. We're one of the few offering comprehensive care in private practice.”“Patients hear one thing first and assume it's the truth—so provider consistency is key.”“Be honest with them. Don't let them mentally torture themselves for a week waiting on a cancer diagnosis you already suspect.”“It's really important we enjoy what we do. You can't sustain this if you don't.”“We're trained in residency to not eat, not sleep, not complain… but it catches up.”“Tell people what you think, but only if you're sure. I've told hundreds they have cancer. You owe them clarity.”“I don't want to keep moving the goalposts. Enjoy what you have too.”“I thrive on growth—but I don't expect that from everyone.”“A lot of research is lost in journals. We don't have time to weed through jargon.”“Quantity leads to quality—especially when you're experimenting in content.”Questions:(02:46) “What are your hours during the day?”(03:56) “You're seeing patients every day except Tuesdays?”(04:24) “You see 40 patients a day?!”(05:39) “Do you put the slides together?” (06:22) “So you have specimens from years ago?”(06:33) “How was the Oral Path Conference in Pittsburgh this year?”(09:02) “How many oral pathologists are there in the U.S.?” (13:07) “Do patients find you through Instagram/social media?”(13:27) “Are you traveling a lot to lecture?(14:12) “Don't they get pizza every week now?”(15:55) “Where did you go to dental school/undergrad?” (18:23) “Do you see yourself progressing to more patients?”(19:30) “Do you say biopsy right in the middle or edge of the lesion?”(25:00) “Would it benefit to bring H&N surgery in-house?”(26:04) “How is reimbursement for your practice?”(29:41) “Do you tell patients you think it's cancer before biopsy?(30:06) “How do patients take that news?”(32:58) “What's a rare/interesting lesion you've seen recently?”(35:02) “Do you think cancer incidence is increasing recently?”(37:52) “How do you handle everything—kids, work, lectures?”(39:23) “How many patients does your partner see?”(40:34) “Can she scale too, or is 30 her sweet spot?”(41:23) “Do you do day trips or take red-eyes for lectures?”(53:25) “Why aren't your posts censored?”(56:50) “How will this fit into your routine?”Now available on:- Dr. Gallagher's Podcast & YouTube Channel- Dose of Dental Podcast #140#podcast #dentalpodcast #doctorgallagherpodcast #doctorgallagherspodcast #doctor #dentist #dentistry #oralsurgery #dental #dentalschool #dentalstudent #doctorlife #dentistlife #oralsurgeon #doctorgallagher

Union membership empowers educators to improve their lives and advocate for themselves and their students to ensure Ohio's learners have the supports and resources they need to succeed. Now, thanks to a partnership between NEA Member Benefits and Edvance, OEA membership has extra value - with access to up to 50 percent off tuition for many online college and certification courses. In this episode, we hear from Ashley Kaufman about how the NEA College Benefit through Edvance is helping OEA members and their families break down barriers and earn degrees.EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS AND THE SAVINGS | Edvance has negotiated tuition discounts for a number of 100% online schools and programs for OEA Members and their families. Click here to start exploring the available programs to see how NEA's College Benefit can help make college and certificate courses accessible and affordable to you and your family.SHARE THIS RESOURCE WITH YOUR FELLOW EDUCATORS | Education benefits like those available through the Edvance network are just one more reason for educators in your district to join your local association. Click here for information local leaders can share with other educators.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here. Featured Public Education Matters guest: Ashley Kaufman, Director of Channel Management, EdvanceAshley Kaufman is the Director of Channel Management at Edvance, bringing a career rooted in marketing, higher education, and franchising to this role. Passionate about work that helps others grow personally and professionally, Ashley believes that education is a powerful tool—equipping individuals with the knowledge and insight to make informed decisions that support themselves, their families, and their communities.With a deep understanding of the challenges working adults face when pursuing a higher education, Ashley works to build strategic partnerships with union leaders that makes higher education more attainable and impactful for union members and their families to advance their careers and achieve their goals.As a parent of young children, Ashley sees firsthand the profound role education plays in shaping the future. Her commitment to lifelong learning isn't just professional—it's personal. She strives to set an example of continuous growth, kindness, and the pursuit of opportunities that make a meaningful impact, both at work and at home.Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleykaufman1208/Connect with Edvance: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edvance-education/Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on March 17, 2025.

Doug McCollough has been CIO of leading digital cities, including Dublin, Ohio where he helped lead that small city to multiple awards, including ICF's Top7. He recently took over the role of Executive Director for the ICF Institute, and was recently names the first-ever Executive Director of the Beta District, which spans several cities in the most important industrial corridor of Central Ohio. And he is producing a Future of Mobility Conference in May that will bring new ideas to the life of urban movement. Known for his sharp turns toward innovation and intellectual prowess when it comes to understanding the link between connectivity, economic growth and social development, McCollough has been a leader in ICF's global intelligent community movement and one of its most popular speakers. Doug McCollough works to connect people to opportunities, remove barriers, and promote change in initiatives ranging from Smart and Connected Cities, IT Workforce Development, expanding broadband access, Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, and Blockchain. Now serving as the Executive Director of The Beta District in Central Ohio, which organizes innovation, development, and investment in Smart Mobility industry sectors, he speaks as a Subject Matter Expert and advocate on using technology for community development. Doug is also the CEO of Color Coded Labs, which targets underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities, seeking gritty working adults for new, transformative career pathways in the technology industry, and co-founder of The Columbus Rising Project, which fights against the digital divide by sharing basic tech skills in the Columbus, Ohio region. Prior to his current work, Doug held positions within the State of Ohio Departments of Public Safety, Commerce, Industrial Commission, and Medicaid. He served as the Director of  Information Technology for the City of Richmond, Virginia, and as CIO for the City of Dublin, Ohio. He is on the boards of Per Scholas Columbus, TECH CORPS, and Jewish Family Services of Columbus, is a cofounder of Black Tech Columbus, and former Trustee for the Central Ohio Transit Authority. Doug earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Toledo in Information Systems and Operations Management and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame.

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

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

Ohio educators want professional development opportunities that give them the tools to be the best educators possible for their students. But, too often, school districts prescribe PD that doesn't feel like a valuable use of anyone's time. Ohio's Educator Standards Board set out to change that by making the state's Professional Learning Standards more user-friendly and more useful. Educator Standards Board member Eugene Mach walks us through the process and the changes that are in the pipeline for educators around the state.SEE THE CURRENT STANDARDS | If you'd like to look at the previously adopted Standards for Professional Development to see how they compare to the new Professional Learning Standards as proposed, click here to read the full document. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE NEW STANDARDS | The Educator Standards Board voted to move their newly developed Professional Learning Standards forward to the State Board of Education for consideration in March. The Professional Learning Standards document is not on the agenda for the State Board of Education's April meeting. Check the State Board of Education's webpage to keep tabs on when the document moves forward and to see the latest version of the document under consideration. Please note, the Educator Standards Board voted on March 7, 2025, to move forward this version of the Professional Learning Standards without the words 'equity' or 'inclusion,' despite the objections of several ESB members, including Eugene Mach, who is featured in this episode. This episode was recorded before that vote took place, so discussions about those changes are not included in the conversation you hear here.  SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Eugene Mach II, Warren Education Association President, Ohio Educator Standards Board memberEugene is a high school business teacher at Warren G. Harding High School. He serves on the Ohio Educator Standards Board, NEA Resolution Committee (Citizenship and Right subcommittee Co-Chair), OEA/NEOEA Resolutions Committee, NEOEA Summer Leadership Committee, and is the President of the Warren Education Association. He has served on various other committees during his time as an active OEA member, is a former Warren City Council member and a former candidate for state representative. He holds a bachelors degree in Integrated Business Education, a Masters in Education Administration, and is currently working to complete a Masters in Business Administration with a focus in Human Resources Management. Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on March 6, 2025. 

Mason High School intervention specialist Hakim Oliver believes relationships are the basis of who we are. He created his multi-session Building Bridges program to help bring people together by helping them share their own stories and learn from the stories of others. Now, he's writing a book to share those lessons with others. Hakim shares his story in this episode of the podcast. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR STORY | Public Education Matters continues to lift up the good work of OEA members and OEA locals across the state. Help us tell your local's story! Please send us an email at educationmatters@ohea.org to let us know about what educators you know are doing to help their schools, students, co-workers, and communities.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Hakim Oliver, Mason Education Association memberHakim Oliver earned a Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Bowling Green State University and earned a Master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Wright State University.  He has been in the education field for 20 years.  He created a Special Olympics club for students with disabilities at Mason High School.  Hakim currently coaches middle school football and high school track for Mason.   Relationships are his passion.  Mr. Oliver presented at various conferences, including The High Aims Summer Institute, Mason Student Leadership Conference, The University of Tennessee Innovation and Teaching Learning Conference, Maysville Community and Technical College, Ignite Conference, Great Lakes I-Ready Leadership Symposium, and the Ohio State Teacher Leadership Summit.In addition to this, Hakim Oliver created Bridges Stories to connect members of a community.  These communities include Mason, Milford, Loveland, Lebanon, Maysville, Augusta, and Dayton.The Bridging Stories program is intended to facilitate positive intergroup interactions and discussions, recognizing individual differences, and creating a community.  This event emphasizes building relationships through communication.  It is a multi-part series incorporating a panel discussion, public engagement and interaction, and small group discussion.  These discussions will conclude with sharing a meal at a local establishment.  This program is safe and positive for all backgrounds.  This event is free for all community members except for the last session, where the participants will be sharing a meal at a local restaurant, where each participant is responsible for the cost of their meal.Hakim Oliver is in the process of completing a book "Bridging Stories," highlighting the topics discussed in the community sessions.  Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on March 4, 2025.

Almost 90% of Ohio's children - in big cities, small towns, and rural communities - grow up, learn, and dream at one of our public schools. But, House Bill 96, as introduced with the governor's plan for the next state budget, doesn't use updated costs in the Fair School Funding Plan formula calculations, leaving the formula broken and threatening to cut more than $100 million from hundreds of public school districts over the next two years, while at the same time continuing to pour much more money into private school voucher plans. Licking Heights Education Association Vice President Gina Daniels is among the thousands of educators, parents, and community members in our state who are coming together to stand up for the fully and fairly funded public schools our students need. In this episode, she explains why.TAKE ACTION | Tell your Ohio lawmakers to keep their promise to our public school students by finishing the phase in of the Fair School Funding Plan with a formula that accurately reflects the costs of providing the world-class education all Ohio kids deserve. Click here to use OEA's Action Alert to contact your legislators.KEEP UP TO DATE ON THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS | Click here to register to join the bi-weekly stakeholder calls with the All in for Ohio Kids coalition to make sure you have the latest information about where things stand for public school funding in Ohio as the state budget debate continues.  SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Gina Daniels, Licking Heights Education Association Vice PresidentGina Daniels is a history and government teacher at Licking Heights High School in Pataskala, Ohio where she has taught for the last 11 years. She has 24 years of experience in public education teaching middle school and high school social studies. She has served as Vice President of the Licking Heights Education Association for 7 years as well as serving on the OEA Organizing Committee. She is the proud product of public schools, daughter of a retired third grade teacher, and mother to two children who attend the Licking Heights schools as well.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on March 17, 2025.