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My guest today is David Staley, associate professor in the Department of History at the Ohio State University, where he teaches courses in digital history and historical methods, and holds courtesy appointments in the Departments of Design where he is taught courses in design history and design futures, and the Department of Educational Studies where he has led the forum on the university. This is his fifth appearance on Historically Thinking, which means I owe him a coffee mug. He has previously been on with co-author Dominic Endicott to talk about their book Knowledge Towns;  with Brent Orrell to talk about "The History of the Future"; explaining the beauties of historical context; and, in our very first conversation together, describing some potential Alternative Universities. This time we'll be talking about his book, Visionary Histories out for a few years now, available for free on Apple Books. In it David has written "twenty histories of the future"–originally essays in the Columbus Underground–which range from the future of artificial intelligence, to democracy, capitalism, education, and leisure. So this means that this will be at least the fourth time that David tries to convince me that historians have something to say about the future other than giving a shrug. [Art generated by MS Copilot; not an accurate representation of David Staley, or his dog.]

editor-in-chief of Columbus Underground, to dive into the highlights of the Best of Columbus 2024 Readers' Poll. From the city's favorite new restaurants and bars to its most beloved cultural institutions and neighborhoods, we explored what makes Columbus shine. The post The Best of Columbus 2024 appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

editor-in-chief of Columbus Underground, to dive into the highlights of the Best of Columbus 2024 Readers' Poll. From the city's favorite new restaurants and bars to its most beloved cultural institutions and neighborhoods, we explored what makes Columbus shine. The post The Best of Columbus 2024 appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Disparate problems can sometimes be addressed with common solutions. Like affordable housing and climate change. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Robert Williams, the Senior Director of Residential Services at MORPC. Together, they unpack the organization's grassroots efforts to keep families in their homes, lower energy costs, and reduce environmental impact. From essential home repairs to comprehensive weatherization programs, this conversation reveals how a community-driven approach can make a lasting impact on Central Ohio's housing crisis and sustainability goals. The post Empowering Communities with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Disparate problems can sometimes be addressed with common solutions. Like affordable housing and climate change. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Robert Williams, the Senior Director of Residential Services at MORPC. Together, they unpack the organization's grassroots efforts to keep families in their homes, lower energy costs, and reduce environmental impact. From essential home repairs to comprehensive weatherization programs, this conversation reveals how a community-driven approach can make a lasting impact on Central Ohio's housing crisis and sustainability goals. The post Empowering Communities with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The future of Central Ohio is coming at us fast. But not too fast to manage. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Jessica Kuenzli, the Chief Regional Planning Officer at MORPC, to explore how her team is tackling the region's explosive growth, sustainability needs, and the big picture of community development. Jessica shares insights into new federal funding for electric vehicle infrastructure, the importance of data mapping, and the challenges of uniting over 15 counties under one regional vision. The post Addressing Growth with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The future of Central Ohio is coming at us fast. But not too fast to manage. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Jessica Kuenzli, the Chief Regional Planning Officer at MORPC, to explore how her team is tackling the region's explosive growth, sustainability needs, and the big picture of community development. Jessica shares insights into new federal funding for electric vehicle infrastructure, the importance of data mapping, and the challenges of uniting over 15 counties under one regional vision. The post Addressing Growth with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

We're diving into the transit transformations shaping our city's future. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Parag Agrawal, the Chief Mobility and Infrastructure Officer and Senior Director of Programming at the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission. With a rich background in planning, land use, and transportation, Parag has returned to Columbus to help shape the future of our region. The post Transit Update with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

We're diving into the transit transformations shaping our city's future. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down with Parag Agrawal, the Chief Mobility and Infrastructure Officer and Senior Director of Programming at the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission. With a rich background in planning, land use, and transportation, Parag has returned to Columbus to help shape the future of our region. The post Transit Update with MORPC appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Alex Lewis (@lewisalex10)  is a poet and writer through his own popular newsletter “Feels Like Home” and Columbus Underground, as well as his projects like Car Window Poetry. If you're looking for a laid back conversation about why making your art for authentic reasons is enough to do them, this is the one for you! Alex is great as he shares his story of passion for writing at a young age, how he's translated that into his main creative avenue as an adult, and he shares a lot on how he's maintained that passion through lots of ups and downs and tempts of “internet fame” to take things in a different direction. We explore the balance between personal fulfillment and creating for others, navigating the pressures of sharing creative work, and the importance of staying true to your own path. Alex also shares a lot of great stuff on taking your time with your art, embracing life's ups and downs, and finding meaning in unexpected moments. ——THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY—— PromoWest Productions - @promowestlive For all upcoming shows & event info of who's coming through Columbus, OH, visit promowestlive.com  or to purchase tickets directly, visit AXS.com The Scatter Joy Project - @thescatterjoyproject The Scatter Joy Project is a local Columbus nonprofit focused on fighting for mental health. They aim to make mental health care accessible and affordable for everyone. They sell apparel with 100% of the profits funding their crisis text line, their network to help people find the mental health help they need, and their very own therapy fund. So whether you're looking to get help or want to donate to help support the cause, Scatter Joy is right for you. Find more info at www.thescatterjoyproject.com

Alex Lewis is a senior social media strategist with ten years of experience driving audience growth and online engagement for brands such as Hollister at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. and Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. Alex is also a freelance music writer for Columbus Underground and an essayist based in Columbus, Ohio. For his Substack newsletter, Feels Like Home, Alex writes to an audience of over 900 subscribers about things he loves & the people and moments that have shaped him.

In the 1930s, Ohio resident Anna Marie Hahn took the gateway crime of insurance fraud down a dark path of murder. She could not help charming people, convincing them to give her money in their will (think tens of thousands– and this is Great Depression money!), and then making sure that will was in play. We also visit another Ohioan on death row, Dovie Dean, who shared Anna's method of murder but not her motivation. Hear the story of both women and decide for yourself what really happened. Tea of the Day: Howl's Moving Tea House Earl Grey Theme Music by Brad FrankFor a full list of sources, go to https://tea-time-crimes.simplecast.com/episodes.Sources:Anna Marie Hahn: Serial Killer, “The Beautiful Blonde Killer.” By True Crime: Bus Stop Reads, Bus Stop Reads Copyright 2015Huffpost, “Anna Marie Hahn: The First Woman to Die in Ohio's Electric Chair.” By The Lineup, Contributor, Mar 7, 2016 - Updated Dec 6, 2017, https://www.huffpost.com/entry/anna-marie-hahn-the-first_b_9400002“The Lost History of Hester Foster.” By Bucky Cutright, June 21st, 2021, Columbus Underground, https://columbusunderground.com/the-lost-history-of-hester-foster-bc1/“Dovie Dean Dies in Electric Chair.” (Ap) The Cincinnati Enquirer, Sat, Jan 16, 1954, Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/100638905/“Three Held in Death of Farmer.” The Cincinnati Post, Thu, Sep 04, 1952, Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/762752375/Wife Confesses Poisoning Mate.” The Morning News, Sat, Sep 13, 1952, Page 2, https://www.newspapers.com/image/154516979/“Mrs. Dean in Hospital As 1st Trial Date Arrives.” The Cincinnati Post, Mon, Oct 20, 1952, Page 21, https://www.newspapers.com/image/762732137/“Accused Poison Slayer's Counsel Denies Guilt.” The Cincinnati Post, Tue, Dec 09, 1952, Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/762757290/“State Demands Death Penalty As Poison Murder Trial Opens.” The Times Recorder, Wed, Dec 10, 1952 Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/294194274/“Report on Poison.” The Cincinnati Enquirer, Thu, Dec 11, 1952, Page 28, https://www.newspapers.com/image/102840399/“Jury Weighs Mrs. Dean's Fate.” By Arthur Keller, The Cincinnati Post, Sat, Dec 13, 1952, Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/762761070/“Dovie Dean Dies In Electric Chair.” (AP) The Cincinnati Enquirer, Sat, Jan 16, 1954 Page 1, https://www.newspapers.com/image/100638905/“Not Exactly a Blushing Bride, or Weeping Widow.” By Mara Bovsun, Daily News, Sun, Jun 11, 2023, Page 22, https://www.newspapers.com/image/977791681/“Mrs. Hahn In Collapse, Dies in Chair.” By Ralph Donaldson, The Plain Dealer, Thu, Dec 08, 1938, Page 4, https://www.newspapers.com/image/1059664358/

Good comedy is a reflection of society. Next month, for five days, over 150 comedians will grace ten stages throughout the city for the inaugural Columbus Comedy Festival. On the occasion of the upcoming event, I sat down with Walker Evans, co-founder of Columbus Underground and the Comedy Festival, and Hannah Romes, co-owner of Hashtag Comedy. We discussed the impetus for and execution of the festival, the opportunities in the Columbus comedy scene, and their focus on increasing public awareness of the city's abundant talent. The post Columbus Comedy Festival appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Good comedy is a reflection of society. Next month, for five days, over 150 comedians will grace ten stages throughout the city for the inaugural Columbus Comedy Festival. On the occasion of the upcoming event, I sat down with Walker Evans, co-founder of Columbus Underground and the Comedy Festival, and Hannah Romes, co-owner of Hashtag Comedy. We discussed the impetus for and execution of the festival, the opportunities in the Columbus comedy scene, and their focus on increasing public awareness of the city's abundant talent. The post Columbus Comedy Festival appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Walker Evans is a co-founder of Columbus Underground, an independently owned online news publication here in Columbus, OH.   -------THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY------- United Strength - @united_strength Located right outside of Downtown, aims to create an environment that is welcoming to all, judgement free, and results driven. Whether it's open gym hours filled with community members all bettering themselves, or one of their two coach led classes aimed at building muscle, or burning calories, United Strength believes that fitness wasn't meant to be done alone, and that we're all on this journey together. PromoWest Productions - @promowestlive For all upcoming shows & event info of who's coming through Columbus, OH, visit promowestlive.com  or to purchase tickets directly, visit AXS.com River & Rich - @riverandrich Located in the Franklinton Arts District of Columbus, OH, River & Rich brings together quality apartments, desirable amenities, and a vibrant artistic community. They offer guided and self-guided tours, so go view an apartment anytime! Visit their website at riverandrichcolumbus.com - Use the code 'WYDHPOD' for up to HALF OFF your deposit! Queerencia - @queerencia.co  Queerencia is LGBTQ+ lifestyle & apparel brand that aims to support the queer community by empowering all people within it, to embrace their true identity and express themselves boldly and proudly, while also at the same time aiming to create more accessibility to queer history and queer culture.  Hop to their website to learn more or make a purchase and support at Queerencia.co Makers Social - @makers.social Maker's Social is a DIY Project Bar located in the Franklinton Arts District of Columbus, OH! To book a reservation, go to makerscolumbus.com enter “WYDH” in the notes of your checkout for $10 off!

With spring upon us in the capital city, we're all about change. There's a vibrancy in the air and that's apparent in our latest roundup of the biggest stories on Columbus Underground. Co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down to discuss everything from Liz Lessner's influential legacy to the latest murmurs about when we'll get passenger rail. There are plenty of renderings to peruse, too. The post A Roundup of Renderings appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

With spring upon us in the capital city, we're all about change. There's a vibrancy in the air and that's apparent in our latest roundup of the biggest stories on Columbus Underground. Co-founder and editor Walker Evans sat down to discuss everything from Liz Lessner's influential legacy to the latest murmurs about when we'll get passenger rail. There are plenty of renderings to peruse, too. The post A Roundup of Renderings appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

David Staley is an associate professor in the Department of History at Ohio State University. He teaches courses in digital history and historical methods. He also holds courtesy appointments in two departments, the Department of Design, where he has taught courses in digital history and design futures, and the Department of Educational Studies, where he has led the forum on the university. We talk about the future of higher education and learning, remote learning, and explore some of the ideas in David's latest book, Knowledge Towns. Listen to learn about:>> AI and its potential impact on education >> How will we define a “university” in the future? >> Remote learning >> David's book, Knowledge Towns Our Guest David Staley is an academic, writer, designer, futurist and journalist.  He is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and (by courtesy) the Departments of Design and Educational Studies at The Ohio State University. He is the author of "Alternative Universities: Speculative Design for Innovation in Higher Education", the co-author of "Knowledge Towns: Colleges and Universities as Talent Magnets" and author of "Visionary Histories", a collection of futures essays. He is an Honorary Faculty Fellow at the Center for Higher Education Leadership and Innovative Practice (CHELIP) at Bay Path University, and a fellow at the Center for Science and the Imagination at Arizona State University. In 2022 he was awarded "Best Freelance Writer" by the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his "Next" futures column with Columbus Underground. Show Highlights[04:32] David starts off the conversation by talking about how AI will impact and change the future of higher education. [05:12] The Interface. [06:10] One of the top design problems for the remainder of the 21st century. [09:11] What our relationship with AI might look like. [09:40] David gives a few hints on a book idea he's working on. [10:19] The importance of knowing the level of dialogue a learner needs at any given moment. [11:26] David believes that AI will become a pretty important part of the classroom system. [14:01] New forms of knowledge. [14:46] Preparing students for a world of dynamic change. [18:01] David asks Dawan if he thinks students will come to university to solve problems rather than to learn a discipline. [21:26] A Miro Moment. [23:28] David discusses the epistemic culling phenomenon happening in higher education.[27:40] Will we be redefining what a university is? What might that look like? [32:41] Dawan asks, What is higher learning, and how does it serve us? [33:39] David takes us back to the early pandemic years, and the remote class experience. [34:39] Using the experience as a teaching opportunity. [34:53] The generic feeling of taking classes remotely. [35:32] The idea of Place. [36:43] The value of learning together. [37:20] Where will the location of teaching and learning be in the future? [38:07] Will the numbers of remote students continue to increase? [38:41] The emergency nature of online learning during the pandemic, as opposed to designed online learning. [42:26] How does a university bring what is unique about them into the online learning experience? [43:30] David contemplates future online learning looking like tutorials and one-on-one learning. [47:51] David believes that the best teaching and learning happens one-on-one. [49:35] Colleges and universities are talent magnets. [51:29] Place does matter when it comes to universities, but mostly from an economic development standpoint. [53:37] When remote working and learning can happen anywhere, workers and learners will have the choice in where they live, learn, and work. [56:04] Universities and colleges need to rethink their relationship with the place they are located. [57:32] Moving beyond survival to thriving. [59:18] Graceful endings in higher education spaces. LinksDavid on LinkedIn David's articles on Educause David on ResearchGate Associate Professor David Staley Discusses Digital History and the Future Voices of Excellence from Arts and Sciences Creative Mornings Columbus Books by DavidHistorical Imagination Alternative Universities: Speculative Design for Innovation in Higher Education Knowledge Towns: Colleges and Universities as Talent Magnets Computers, Visualization, and History: How New Technology Will Transform Our Understanding of the Past History and Future: Using Historical Thinking to Imagine the Future Brain, Mind and Internet: A Deep History and Future Book RecommendationsThe Next Rules of Work: The Mindset, Skillset and Toolset to Lead Your Organization through Uncertainty, by Gary Bolles The Future of Cities, edited by Joel Kotkin and Ryan Streeter DT 101 Episodes A Design Thinking Practitioner's Shift into Higher Education and the Potential for Design Thinking in Higher Education with Fred Leichter — DT101 E4 Learning Design + Designing for How People Learn with Julie Dirksen — DT101 E42 5.5 Things Every Designer Should Know About: The Future of Higher Education with Bryan Alexander — DT101 E97

David Staley is an associate professor in the Department of History at Ohio State University. He teaches courses in digital history and historical methods. He also holds courtesy appointments in two departments, the Department of Design, where he has taught courses in digital history and design futures, and the Department of Educational Studies, where he has led the forum on the university. We talk about the future of higher education and learning, remote learning, and explore some of the ideas in David's latest book, Knowledge Towns. Listen to learn about:>> AI and its potential impact on education >> How will we define a “university” in the future? >> Remote learning >> David's book, Knowledge Towns Our Guest David Staley is an academic, writer, designer, futurist and journalist.  He is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and (by courtesy) the Departments of Design and Educational Studies at The Ohio State University. He is the author of "Alternative Universities: Speculative Design for Innovation in Higher Education", the co-author of "Knowledge Towns: Colleges and Universities as Talent Magnets" and author of "Visionary Histories", a collection of futures essays. He is an Honorary Faculty Fellow at the Center for Higher Education Leadership and Innovative Practice (CHELIP) at Bay Path University, and a fellow at the Center for Science and the Imagination at Arizona State University. In 2022 he was awarded "Best Freelance Writer" by the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his "Next" futures column with Columbus Underground. Show Highlights[04:32] David starts off the conversation by talking about how AI will impact and change the future of higher education. [05:12] The Interface. [06:10] One of the top design problems for the remainder of the 21st century. [09:11] What our relationship with AI might look like. [09:40] David gives a few hints on a book idea he's working on. [10:19] The importance of knowing the level of dialogue a learner needs at any given moment. [11:26] David believes that AI will become a pretty important part of the classroom system. [14:01] New forms of knowledge. [14:46] Preparing students for a world of dynamic change. [18:01] David asks Dawan if he thinks students will come to university to solve problems rather than to learn a discipline. [21:26] A Miro Moment. [23:28] David discusses the epistemic culling phenomenon happening in higher education.[27:40] Will we be redefining what a university is? What might that look like? [32:41] Dawan asks, What is higher learning, and how does it serve us? [33:39] David takes us back to the early pandemic years, and the remote class experience. [34:39] Using the experience as a teaching opportunity. [34:53] The generic feeling of taking classes remotely. [35:32] The idea of Place. [36:43] The value of learning together. [37:20] Where will the location of teaching and learning be in the future? [38:07] Will the numbers of remote students continue to increase? [38:41] The emergency nature of online learning during the pandemic, as opposed to designed online learning. [42:26] How does a university bring what is unique about them into the online learning experience? [43:30] David contemplates future online learning looking like tutorials and one-on-one learning. [47:51] David believes that the best teaching and learning happens one-on-one. [49:35] Colleges and universities are talent magnets. [51:29] Place does matter when it comes to universities, but mostly from an economic development standpoint. [53:37] When remote working and learning can happen anywhere, workers and learners will have the choice in where they live, learn, and work. [56:04] Universities and colleges need to rethink their relationship with the place they are located. [57:32] Moving beyond survival to thriving. [59:18] Graceful endings in higher education spaces. LinksDavid on LinkedIn David's articles on Educause David on ResearchGate Associate Professor David Staley Discusses Digital History and the Future Voices of Excellence from Arts and Sciences Creative Mornings Columbus Books by DavidHistorical Imagination Alternative Universities: Speculative Design for Innovation in Higher Education Knowledge Towns: Colleges and Universities as Talent Magnets Computers, Visualization, and History: How New Technology Will Transform Our Understanding of the Past History and Future: Using Historical Thinking to Imagine the Future Brain, Mind and Internet: A Deep History and Future Book RecommendationsThe Next Rules of Work: The Mindset, Skillset and Toolset to Lead Your Organization through Uncertainty, by Gary Bolles The Future of Cities, edited by Joel Kotkin and Ryan Streeter DT 101 Episodes A Design Thinking Practitioner's Shift into Higher Education and the Potential for Design Thinking in Higher Education with Fred Leichter — DT101 E4 Learning Design + Designing for How People Learn with Julie Dirksen — DT101 E42 5.5 Things Every Designer Should Know About: The Future of Higher Education with Bryan Alexander — DT101 E97

The city's transit system is going through a transformation. At least that's the intention. On the occasion of an impending transfer of power and a sales tax issue on the ballot this fall to bulk up services, Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren sat down with both the outgoing and incoming CEOs of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (or COTA) to discuss the shift in leadership, the transportation projects set to be on the ballot this fall, and what's next for the former Greyhound station in Downtown. The post COTA Bus Transfer appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The city's transit system is going through a transformation. At least that's the intention. On the occasion of an impending transfer of power and a sales tax issue on the ballot this fall to bulk up services, Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren sat down with both the outgoing and incoming CEOs of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (or COTA) to discuss the shift in leadership, the transportation projects set to be on the ballot this fall, and what's next for the former Greyhound station in Downtown. The post COTA Bus Transfer appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

There is often a complex interplay between preservation and progress. A year into his exploration, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea continues to sift through the story of how the removal of remains from what was once the North Market parking lot unfolded. From the contentious removal of centuries-old graves to the forensic analysis of unearthed remains, today's episode navigates the ethical, legal, and emotional complexities surrounding the issue.  In the quest to honor the past while embracing the future, we examine what lies beneath the surface of urban development and confront the ghosts of history that still shape our city today. The post Grave Matters: Unearthing the North Graveyard appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

There is often a complex interplay between preservation and progress. A year into his exploration, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea continues to sift through the story of how the removal of remains from what was once the North Market parking lot unfolded. From the contentious removal of centuries-old graves to the forensic analysis of unearthed remains, today's episode navigates the ethical, legal, and emotional complexities surrounding the issue.  In the quest to honor the past while embracing the future, we examine what lies beneath the surface of urban development and confront the ghosts of history that still shape our city today. The post Grave Matters: Unearthing the North Graveyard appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The capital city's food scene is often heralded. However, its taco truck scene has been often overlooked. Elwood Ellis, a freelance writer for Columbus Underground and self-proclaimed Taco Connoisseur, is trying to change that. Listen in as Elwood shares his journey and criteria for evaluating the diverse and authentic taco scene, emphasizing the importance of not ranking trucks but appreciating their unique offerings. He also discusses adventurous and vegetarian options available at taco trucks, the significance of quality ingredients, and the need for authenticity in dishes like Al Pastor tacos. The post Tacos by the Truck appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The capital city's food scene is often heralded. However, its taco truck scene has been often overlooked. Elwood Ellis, a freelance writer for Columbus Underground and self-proclaimed Taco Connoisseur, is trying to change that. Listen in as Elwood shares his journey and criteria for evaluating the diverse and authentic taco scene, emphasizing the importance of not ranking trucks but appreciating their unique offerings. He also discusses adventurous and vegetarian options available at taco trucks, the significance of quality ingredients, and the need for authenticity in dishes like Al Pastor tacos. The post Tacos by the Truck appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

This week on Speak Easily, we chat with Richard Sanford. Theatre critic for Columbus Underground, reviewer, and all-around Arts lover, Richard regales some of his local favorites of Columbus! Find his work at www.columbusunderground.com and be sure to listen in each week to Speak Easily on your favorite streaming network!

This podcast was not generated by AI. But it may have been influenced by it. As all industries consider how to use artificial intelligence in their work, Walker Evans, Susan Post, and I discuss it relates to journalism, disclosure, and transparency. We cover Columbus Underground's updated policy on the matter, how content generation should and should not be used in a newsroom, what AI thinks about the Columbus food scene, and a lively debate on the ethical challenges of how this new tool will affect our lives. The post This Title Was Not Generated by AI appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

This podcast was not generated by AI. But it may have been influenced by it. As all industries consider how to use artificial intelligence in their work, Walker Evans, Susan Post, and I discuss it relates to journalism, disclosure, and transparency. We cover Columbus Underground's updated policy on the matter, how content generation should and should not be used in a newsroom, what AI thinks about the Columbus food scene, and a lively debate on the ethical challenges of how this new tool will affect our lives. The post This Title Was Not Generated by AI appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans discusses a myriad of stories, including the latest in transportation, climate change, local politics, and a dash of comedy here in the capital city.  The post News in the New Year appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans discusses a myriad of stories, including the latest in transportation, climate change, local politics, and a dash of comedy here in the capital city.  The post News in the New Year appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Columbus Underground's annual reader survey had a huge response in the category of local breweries for 2023. Join us as we review their list, refute it, explain what we look for in a top brewery, and present our official 2023 All Things Beer Top Ten Columbus area breweries list. Who will be number one? Listen to find out!

There's a balance to be struck between storytelling and getting to the heart of what matters in writing. That's especially true when writing about the arts. Since 2015, Grant Walters has been writing about comedy and music for Columbus Underground, and he has stories behind the stories. The post Beyond the Beat appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

There's a balance to be struck between storytelling and getting to the heart of what matters in writing. That's especially true when writing about the arts. Since 2015, Grant Walters has been writing about comedy and music for Columbus Underground, and he has stories behind the stories. The post Beyond the Beat appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Can a city that doesn't know it's history properly tell its own story? This week, I sat down with Columbus Underground staffers Walker Evans and Susan Post to discuss what's been going on in the capital city. We talked about the upcoming election, new and upcoming restaurants, the relevance of history in reporting, and the city's changing retail landscape. The post October News Roundup appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Can a city that doesn't know it's history properly tell its own story? This week, I sat down with Columbus Underground staffers Walker Evans and Susan Post to discuss what's been going on in the capital city. We talked about the upcoming election, new and upcoming restaurants, the relevance of history in reporting, and the city's changing retail landscape. The post October News Roundup appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

#222. There's rarely a special edition soda that sneaks by us, and Coke's Y3000 and Mountain Dew Voodew are no exceptions. We recommend one and spit out the other. We then rush right into some light college football and NFL fantasy talk before hearing the epic of Kendall's Saturday including life-threatening danger and saving the children. Then it's the attack of the robots with spinning blades that could sever small plants. As long as we are on death defying stunts, we nod to the Columbus Underground and their tour of restaurants that we're all surprised still exist. On the back half, Kory has some incredible encounters with comedians and podcasters. One thing leads to another and nude drawings happened. Finally, there's a proverbial party in Ohio and every city is invited! Find out the shenanigans some of our towns are up to. Leave a question, comment, or topic via the LinkTree below. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4771230/advertisement

Journalism is a balancing act. Today, a conversation about the challenges facing journalism. This episode was recorded at the Gateway Film Center as part of their series Broadcast News: Journalism on Film. The discussion features Columbus Underground's own Walker Evans, Susan Tebben from Ohio Capital Journal, and Michael Ouimette from the American Journalism Project. They discuss the challenges facing journalism today, including the rapid changes in media outlets, the impact of the culture wars, and threats to journalists' personal lives. The post Local Journalism Challenges appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Journalism is a balancing act. Today, a conversation about the challenges facing journalism. This episode was recorded at the Gateway Film Center as part of their series Broadcast News: Journalism on Film. The discussion features Columbus Underground's own Walker Evans, Susan Tebben from Ohio Capital Journal, and Michael Ouimette from the American Journalism Project. They discuss the challenges facing journalism today, including the rapid changes in media outlets, the impact of the culture wars, and threats to journalists' personal lives. The post Local Journalism Challenges appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

In the land surrounding the North Market, there are bodies. “Any time you stick a shovel in the ground out there, you're gonna find somebody,” says one expert. As developers prepare to erect the 31-story Merchant Building, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea has been covering the removal of remains from what was once the North Graveyard, a site that pre-dates Columbus. Today, we discuss what is happening at the site, the work that should have been done 150 years ago, and the opportunity that Columbus has to look back at its history. The post North (Market) Graveyard appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

In the land surrounding the North Market, there are bodies. “Any time you stick a shovel in the ground out there, you're gonna find somebody,” says one expert. As developers prepare to erect the 31-story Merchant Building, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea has been covering the removal of remains from what was once the North Graveyard, a site that pre-dates Columbus. Today, we discuss what is happening at the site, the work that should have been done 150 years ago, and the opportunity that Columbus has to look back at its history. The post North (Market) Graveyard appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Sours, IPAs, and stouts, oh my! Dan Whalen, a reporter for Columbus Underground, has quickly become well-versed in the local brewery and beer scene, despite only living in Columbus for two years. We talked about the high quality, diverse selection, and unpretentious atmosphere of the beer scene in Columbus, as well as ways for people to expand their taste preferences and the current trends in the city. The post The Columbus Beer Scene appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Sours, IPAs, and stouts, oh my! Dan Whalen, a reporter for Columbus Underground, has quickly become well-versed in the local brewery and beer scene, despite only living in Columbus for two years. We talked about the high quality, diverse selection, and unpretentious atmosphere of the beer scene in Columbus, as well as ways for people to expand their taste preferences and the current trends in the city. The post The Columbus Beer Scene appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

How should eScooters, ride-hailing apps, and car-share services be considered in the conversation about alternative transportation? Can we think of them as a public good when they are for-profit entities? This week, Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren discusses the options for last-mile transit that exist in Columbus, how they came to be, and the motivations and incentives for the companies that get us from point A to point B. The post Alternative Transit appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

How should eScooters, ride-hailing apps, and car-share services be considered in the conversation about alternative transportation? Can we think of them as a public good when they are for-profit entities? This week, Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren discusses the options for last-mile transit that exist in Columbus, how they came to be, and the motivations and incentives for the companies that get us from point A to point B. The post Alternative Transit appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Today we bust out a limited edition classic from Stauf's Coffee.  The Columbus Underground 20th Anniversary Blend.  This is even better than we remember it!  All the goodness brings out a lot of great conversation.  Mike has another Super Fight on the horizon and Mike is deep in Week 2 of BRAVE.  Enjoy!   CHECK OUT TODAYS COFFEE AT: Stauf's Coffee https://www.staufs.com/ BRAVE and the Caffe Unimatic https://www.caffeunimatic.com/ GOLD LEAF JOURNALS  https://shopgoldleaf.com/products/coffee-journal Discount Code: COFFEEREGULAR  CHECK OUT TRANQUILITY CAFE AT: https://www.thetranquilitycafe.com/ CHECK OUT THE LEGION PROJECT AT: https://thelegionproject.com/ CHECK US OUT ON: SHOPIFY: https://coffee-regular-podcast.myshopify.com/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZhSOy5oDAHOAm4ggUdL2V?si=5DBsXhK3R2ufSMgpgtFGng iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-regular/id1460681914 PODBEAN AT: https://coffeeregularshow.podbean.com FACEBOOK AT: Coffee Regular Podcast INSTAGRAM AT: @coffeeregularpodcast  

I'm beyond excited to be talking today with the three authors of Bee Gees Decades, a new book series about our favorite Brothers Gibb. This first book, focusing on their lives and work in 1960s, will be available on November 12th across the world, December 17th here in the States, right in time for Christmas! The book “The Bee Gees In the 1960s” has left no stone unturned. In addition to getting to the bottom of all of the information they could about these tracks, sessions and albums, spanning multiple decades, the three authors have also created a narrative that will make you feel closer to The Bee Gees, and undoubtedly have a new perspective on the music, the story, and the legacy. Based in Wales, the United States, and Australia, respectively, Andrew Môn Hughes, Grant Walters & Mark Crohan have over fourteen decades of combined expertise and history tied to the Bee Gees' legacy between them, amassing a lengthy list of credits for their contributions to CDs, DVDs, books, tour programmes, articles, television documentaries, and official websites. In 2000, Andrew and Mark co-authored the expansive biography, Tales of the Brothers Gibb. Andrew's expert contributions can be seen and heard in a myriad of Bee Gees-related productions for the BBC, ITV, A&E, and VH1 networks. Mark, the foremost expert on the Bee Gees' Australian era gifted his collection to the Queensland Library in 2016. He contributed liner notes to the 1998 compilation Assault the Vaults. Grant is an award-winning freelance arts writer for Columbus Underground and Albumism, for which he has penned nearly 300 features since 2015. He is a prolific music interviewer, conversing with a diverse roster of artists including Dionne Warwick, Midge Ure, Melissa Etheridge, Edie Brickell and Bryan Adams. BUY THIS BOOK HERE: https://www.beegeesdecades.com/ AS ALWAYS Be sure to follow me on Instagram and Twitter, @BeeGeesAndMe, like us on Facebook and Subscribe to our YouTube channel for great videos. Everything and more is at BeeGeesAndMe.com. Original T-shirts designed by me are available at BeeGeesTees.com. And please be sure to subscribe here where you listen to this podcast, and rate it 5 stars. It helps SO much. LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/beegeesandme/ https://twitter.com/beegeesandme https://www.facebook.com/BeeGeesAndMe/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/beege ... and of course: https://www.beegeesandme.com/

The business of news - how it's generated, how it's distributed and how it's consumed has changed exponentially in what seems like a very short time and it keeps changing. What used to be local TV stations and hundreds of local newspapers has morphed into countless television networks and, sadly, very few newspapers covering small town America. That was the topic of conversation at a recent luncheon at the Columbus Metropolitan Club. On this Our Ohio Weekly, hear from industry experts from print and broadcast about the changing landscape of news in a digital world. 00:00 - Alan Miller, Executive Editor for The Columbus Dispatch, Walker Evans, Co-Founder & CEO of Columbus Underground and Denise Eck, News Director for WCMH NBC4 talk about how their industry has been changing as the world becomes fully digital. 23:50 - "To the Beat of Agriculture", hear from the President of Ohio State's Collegiate Farm Bureau, Tyler Zimpfer, and why he is passionate about getting involved in ag, and getting others involved, at the college level. 32:20 - Ben Gammie, Ohio Apples Board President and 4th generation owner & grower of Quarry Hill Orchard, talks about the apple industry and how agritourism has faired over the past 18 months.

It's cold again so we had to take it back into the library for today.  No worries though because we were prepared with some Columbus Underground 20th Anniversary Blend from Stauf's Coffee and some Guinness Nitro Cold Brew Coffee.  Today we talk about thick necks and concussion prevention and how Mike and Brooke have some tournaments coming up.  Enjoy! CHECK OUT TODAYS COFFEE AT: https://www.staufs.com/ CHECK OUT BROOKE'S MATCH ON INSTAGRAM AT: @suboutdomesticviolence CHECK OUT TRANQUILITY CAFE AT: https://www.thetranquilitycafe.com/ CHECK US OUT ON: SHOPIFY: https://coffee-regular-podcast.myshopify.com/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZhSOy5oDAHOAm4ggUdL2V?si=5DBsXhK3R2ufSMgpgtFGng iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-regular/id1460681914 PODBEAN AT: https://coffeeregularshow.podbean.com FACEBOOK AT: Coffee Regular Podcast INSTAGRAM AT: @coffeeregularpodcast   

One of Columbus Underground's top ten artists of 2019, Ash D. Pierce talks about her interminability as an artist, what inspires her, and some relatable challenges that she's faced along the way. Alongside her is a supportive partner, Josh Cummings. Both are inspirational and bring a balance to the Columbus art scene. Ash's latest concepts have been large murals, one of which can be found in Columbus' Short North neighborhood and have been executed with pinpoint precision.

In this episode, your favorite momfriends continue the conversation on Black History Month by discussing black doulas. Often times, the idea of using a doula throughout a pregnancy, labor, and delivery seems more like a "luxury" rather than a necessity. And within the black community, many families may not even consider using a doula because they do not know the significance of the role of a doula or the services they provide. For this reason, Real Moms Too interviewed Jessica Roach, co-founder and the CEO of Restoring Our Own Through Transformation (ROOTT). In episode 41, Jessica explains the history of black doulas, how to involve the whole family in the labor and delivery process, and teaches moms how to advocate for themselves throughout the pre and postnatal process. Jessica reminds listeners that black doulas have been around for centuries and discusses the benefits of utilizing a doula service such as ROOTT.More About our Guest:Jessica M. Roach, LPN, MPH is the co-founder and CEO of Restoring Our Own Through Transformation, (ROOTT) a Non-Profit, Black Women led Reproductive Justice Organization focused on Maternal Child Health and Birthing Justice Columbus, Ohio. Her work has spanned over 20 years in areas such as clinical nursing, public health advocacy, and independent scholarship. Ms. Roach has a deeply experiential perspective in her research both personally and professionally, regarding the effects of stress related to structural determinants, and the social determinants created as consequence of those structures, with a focus on inter-generational and historical trauma as it relates to policy development. Ms. Roach currently serves as the co-lead of the care working group for the Black Mamas Matter Alliance and has been featured in Rewire, The Atlantic, Columbus Underground, and Columbus Alive. She has served as a full-spectrum doula, home birth midwife and assistant, consultant to various organizations and is the mother of three young women, one of which was a pre-term infant. ROOTT Website:https://www.roottrj.org/Join the ConversationRMT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMomsToo/RMT Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/realmomstoo/

In this episode, Rita chats with Anne and Walker Evans - news pioneers, small business champions & community builders. Walker and Anne are the creators behind Columbus Underground – a web-based, community news platform that was established back in 2001 – when news wasn’t really consumed online yet. Flash forward almost 20 years, and of course, media sources have dramatically changed and Columbus Underground has grown – with close to 2 million annual visitors currently. Tune in & hear us chat about:• Commodore 64s, Compute Gazette and other early seeds for Columbus Underground• Jack & Benny’s and the inspiration to aid local businesses through Metropreneur• Their advice for new businesses, including how to minimize risk & fail fast• Their growing community events, like the Coffee Festival, which are bringing new business owners to Columbus

Taijuan @taijuannichole on instagram is who we are talking to for episode 10. She is a writer and journalist based out of Columbus, Oh. You can see her work in the Columbus Underground online magazine as well as a host on the "To The Drummers Beat" podcast. In this one we talk about trying to always find new/fresh stories, running multiple accounts on social media and dealing with the pressures of the feed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apeg/support

They say politicians are only as good as their last election, but after that, they're already looking towards the next election. After serving 4 years as mayor of Columbus, Andrew Ginther is reflecting on the accomplishments of his first term, but since he's running unopposed for reelection, now he's thinking about what to get done in his second term. Ginther sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Lauren Sega to discuss the results of new initiatives, ranging from housing to policing and infant mortality, and what he envisions for the city in the years to come. The post Mayor Andrew Ginther appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

They say politicians are only as good as their last election, but after that, they're already looking towards the next election. After serving 4 years as mayor of Columbus, Andrew Ginther is reflecting on the accomplishments of his first term, but since he's running unopposed for reelection, now he's thinking about what to get done in his second term. Ginther sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Lauren Sega to discuss the results of new initiatives, ranging from housing to policing and infant mortality, and what he envisions for the city in the years to come. The post Mayor Andrew Ginther appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The test of an organization is how it responds to adversity. Such was true for development organization Crawford Hoying during the recession. With multiple developments built and thriving since then, principals Brent Crawford and Bob Hoying sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren to discuss how a chance meeting in the late 1990s led to a partnership that endures today, how difficult times led to positive momentum, and how to make sure that Columbus is growing in the right way. The post Crawford Hoying appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

The test of an organization is how it responds to adversity. Such was true for development organization Crawford Hoying during the recession. With multiple developments built and thriving since then, principals Brent Crawford and Bob Hoying sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren to discuss how a chance meeting in the late 1990s led to a partnership that endures today, how difficult times led to positive momentum, and how to make sure that Columbus is growing in the right way. The post Crawford Hoying appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

With nearly a year into her role as president and CEO of COTA, Joanna Pinkerton sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren to talk about how she came into her role, the interdependence of mobility in Columbus, mobility as a service, the state of affairs at COTA, and where they're going. The post COTA's Joanna Pinkerton appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

With nearly a year into her role as president and CEO of COTA, Joanna Pinkerton sat down with Columbus Underground reporter Brent Warren to talk about how she came into her role, the interdependence of mobility in Columbus, mobility as a service, the state of affairs at COTA, and where they're going. The post COTA's Joanna Pinkerton appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Are land use and development a civic responsibility or just a monetary transaction? Yaromir Steiner, the Founder, Chief Executive Officer of Steiner + Associates has an opinion. He sat down with Columbus Underground's urban development staff contributor Brett Warren to talk in-depth about that, the importance of density in Columbus, and the future of everything from Downtown to Easton. The post Steiner & Associates appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Are land use and development a civic responsibility or just a monetary transaction? Yaromir Steiner, the Founder, Chief Executive Officer of Steiner + Associates has an opinion. He sat down with Columbus Underground's urban development staff contributor Brett Warren to talk in-depth about that, the importance of density in Columbus, and the future of everything from Downtown to Easton. The post Steiner & Associates appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Amanda’s Picture Show A Go Go Episode 161: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again     Amanda is joined by Grant to discuss the musical sequel Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. Grant is surprised and slightly impressed by the deep cuts from the ABBA catalog in the movie and Amanda mainly knows ABBA from 1990's Australian films. Plus, neither one of them understands why Cher is in this movie.   There are SPOILERS in this episode including some about the first Mamma Mia movie. There is also mild adult language.       Website: https://www.amandaagogo.com/amandaspictureshowagogo/ Twitter: @AmandasPicShow Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmandasPictureShowAGoGo/ Instagram: @AmandasPictureShowAGoGo Email: AmandasPictureShowAGoGo@gmail.com Threadless store: https://amandaagogo.threadless.com/ Artwork by Sam Kent: http://www.samkent.me/     Plugs and links: Amanda's Picture Show A Go Go Live at the 2018 West Grandview Fringe Fest https://www.facebook.com/events/234827643818437/   Sir Leonard and the Vanishing Twin at the West Grandview Fringe Festival https://www.facebook.com/events/2251123911840640/   Grant on Columbus Underground https://www.columbusunderground.com/author/grant-walters   Grant on Albumism http://www.albumism.com/search?q=grant%20walters   West Grandview Fringe Festival 2018 https://www.facebook.com/events/906160916252752/   Double Eno: Two Plays By Will Eno https://www.facebook.com/events/435590536852466/   Culture Pop A Go Go https://www.amandaagogo.com/culturepopagogo/   TV Ate My Brain episodes hosted by Amanda https://www.amandaagogo.com/alsohostedbyamanda/   Lady Pod Squad on Twitter https://twitter.com/ladypodsquad   Best Forevers https://www.bestforeverspod.com/   Dumb and Busted https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dumb-and-busted/id1369749927

What has 2017 meant for those of us living in and around 270? I sat down with Anne and Walker Evans, the owners of Columbus Underground, for our year-end roundup of the website's top ten stories. We also covered the inside scoop on the latest developments in Central Ohio public life and culture, and some of the great things happening in our city to watch for in 2018. The post 2017 Year in Review appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

What has 2017 meant for those of us living in and around 270? I sat down with Anne and Walker Evans, the owners of Columbus Underground, for our year-end roundup of the website's top ten stories. We also covered the inside scoop on the latest developments in Central Ohio public life and culture, and some of the great things happening in our city to watch for in 2018. The post 2017 Year in Review appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Amanda’s Picture Show A Go Go                                      Episode 117: Saturday Night Fever      Amanda welcomes new guest Grant to the podcast to discuss Saturday Night Fever for its 40th anniversary. Grant is an expert on all things dealing with the soundtrack of Saturday Night Fever and shares his knowledge about the music and the movie and Amanda wishes the character of Frank Jr. was featured more in the film.    There are SPOILERS in this episode and adult language.      Website: https://www.amandaagogo.com/amandaspictureshowagogo/   Twitter: @AmandasPicShow   Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmandasPictureShowAGoGo/   Instagram: @AmandasPictureShowAGoGo   Email: AmandasPictureShowAGoGo@gmail.com   Threadless store: https://amandaagogo.threadless.com/   Artwork by Sam Kent: http://www.samkent.me/       Plugs:   Andy’s Mints at Longform Saturday Night    https://www.facebook.com/events/1493345524065053/     Sir Leonard and the Vanishing Twin at Improv Wars    https://www.facebook.com/events/121663938457395/     Sir Leonard and the Vanishing Twin on Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/sirleonardimprov/     Andy’s Mints on Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/AndysMintsImprov/     Grant on Albumism    http://www.albumism.com/search?q=Grant%20Walters     Grant on Columbus Underground    http://www.columbusunderground.com/author/grant-walters     Pub Trivia at The Nest    https://www.facebook.com/events/1612576008805462/     New Website    https://www.amandaagogo.com/     Threadless Link on Website    https://www.amandaagogo.com/shop/     TV Ate MY Brain Defenders    http://coretemparts.com/2017/09/tv-ate-my-brain-the-defenders-1x01-the-h-word-1x02-mean-right-hook/     Culture Pop A Go Go    https://www.amandaagogo.com/culturepopagogo/     Indoorswomen    https://indoorswomen.tumblr.com/     Super Serious Social Justice    https://www.sssjcast.com/episodes/    

With the month of May quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about summer festivals. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and COO Anne Evans talks about what festivals are new this year, some of her favorites, and I interject my commentary on the end of Independents' Day as we know it. The post Columbus Festival Season 2017 appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

With the month of May quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about summer festivals. In this week's episode, Columbus Underground co-founder and COO Anne Evans talks about what festivals are new this year, some of her favorites, and I interject my commentary on the end of Independents' Day as we know it. The post Columbus Festival Season 2017 appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

To wrap up the year, I sat down with the co-founders of Columbus Underground to talk about the best-read stories of the year on the site, how they do their work, and why they got rid of the discussion boards. The post 2016 Year in Review appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

To wrap up the year, I sat down with the co-founders of Columbus Underground to talk about the best-read stories of the year on the site, how they do their work, and why they got rid of the discussion boards. The post 2016 Year in Review appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

It was not a good summer for movies. That's according to Hope Madden, Columbus Underground's movie reviewer who, in anticipation of the unofficial end of the summer movie season, talks this week about the dearth of big-budget films that came out this season and a couple of gems that are worth your time. The post The 2016 Summer Movie Season appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

It was not a good summer for movies. That's according to Hope Madden, Columbus Underground's movie reviewer who, in anticipation of the unofficial end of the summer movie season, talks this week about the dearth of big-budget films that came out this season and a couple of gems that are worth your time. The post The 2016 Summer Movie Season appeared first on The Confluence Cast.

Shawn Sines and guest host Walker Evans from Columbus Underground take a look at the new Super Mario Bros. game for the Wii.

Shawn Sines and guest host Walker Evans from Columbus Underground talk about Halo 3: ODST

Walker Evans, co-founder of Columbus Underground, discusses his journey from tech enthusiast to journalism and the importance of filling a void in local news. He emphasizes the need to stay positive and focus on solutions when examining systemic problems and encourages cities to invest in the arts to create a vibrant culture. Walker also shares his experience curating events in the early days of Underground and navigating negative feedback in the online sphere. Lastly, he shares insight on the food scene in Columbus and unpacks issues with mass consolidation in US industries.Today on Gravity:Columbus Underground and its importance to the cityStaying positive and providing enjoyable newsInvesting in the arts and creating culture in citiesEarly days of Underground and curating eventsAddressing systemic problems with nuance and solutionIssues with mass consolidation in industriesConnect with Walker:Website: columbusunderground.com Connect with Brett:Instagram: @brettkaufman Website: thegravitypodcast.com This show is produced by Soulfire Productions