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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWFY2024 Revenue: $USD 32.8M YTD 2025 Revenue: $USD 24.4 Million $20m In Contracts Awarded By The State Of OhioCapping Wells Leaking Methane Across AmericaFortune 500 Oil & Gas Clients And Repeat Corporate BusinessLaunching Monetization Of Carbon Credits From Orphaned WellsVertically Integrated OperationsAI & Drone Integration To Scale Growth Estimated Market Of 6,000,000 Wells And $435 BillionFROM ABANDONED WELLS TO RECURRING REVENUEMethane leaks from millions of abandoned oil and gas wells are one of America's most potent environmental threats—up to 85 times more harmful than CO₂. With cleanup costs projected at $435 billion, few companies are positioned to lead this remediation effort. Zefiro Methane is among the first to turn this challenge into revenue. In FY2024, the company reported $32.8 million in revenue, with a trailing twelve-month figure of $33.8 million as of March 2025. Its recent ~$20 million in contracts from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources confirms third-party trust and momentum.CREDIBLE LEADERSHIP. EXECUTION THAT DELIVERS.CEO Catherine Flax brings institutional-grade leadership as a former global executive at J.P. Morgan and BNP Paribas. Now focused on cost control, operational excellence, and disciplined growth, she's guiding Zefiro through a critical inflection point.“We've secured approximately 25% of government contracts in the states where we operate. That's not luck—it's execution and experience.” — Catherine Flax, CEO, Zefiro MethanePOSITIONED TO SCALE IN A FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND MARKETWith more than $700 million in state-level funding now active and federal support holding steady, Zefiro is on track to expand its well-plugging business while building a long-term carbon credit revenue stream. For investors seeking a small-cap company with recurring revenues, institutional partnerships, and infrastructure tailwinds, Zefiro Methane offers a rare combination of scale, credibility, and upside.Watch the full CEO interview to understand how Zefiro is executing in one of America's most overlooked but essential environmental markets.

For the 100th episode of Kernels, we're talking to the head of Ohio agriculture himself — Brian Baldridge is the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture and a farmer in Adams County. In this show Tadd Nicholson talks with Director Baldridge about the state budget, crop protection tools, land use changes, and telling the story of Ohio agriculture.    Links: Corn Yield Contest: https://www.ncga.com/get-involved/yield-contest Join the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association: https://ohiocornandwheat.org/about-us/growers-association/   About Ohio Corn & Wheat Ohio Corn & Wheat works to create opportunities for long-term Ohio corn and small grain grower profitability. It is a strategic alliance of two checkoffs and one membership-based organization. The Ohio Corn Checkoff and Ohio Small Grains Checkoff work to develop and expand markets, fund research and provide education about corn and wheat, respectively. The Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association is a membership organization advocating for supportive public policy on behalf of its farmer members.  For more information, please visit www.ohiocornandwheat.org. 

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed off on the state's new two-year operating budget at the deadline late Monday night into Tuesday. The $60 billion dollar spending plan includes money for a new Browns stadium in Brook Park. The state will chip in $600 million taken from unclaimed funds held by the Ohio Department of Commerce. The budget also flattens Ohio's income tax down to a single bracket meaning everyone, minus those who are exempted, will pay the same 2.75% tax rate. DeWine, however, did strike 67 elements from the budget using his line-item veto. It's by far the most he's used the line-item veto. For comparison, on the last operating budget, DeWine used the veto pen 44 times. Statehouse leaders have questioned why the governor removed elements of the budget viewed as property tax relief. Later, we bring you an excerpt from the 11th and final episode of the "Living for We: Keep Ya Head Up" podcast.

In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Joel Penhorwood and Brianna Smith chat with the Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and Assistant State Veterinarian Dr. Kristy Shaw. They discuss the county fair season and what the future holds for the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) within the state. Then, Joel talks with Kelly Morgan, Director of the OH-Pigs Program where she highlights personal growth of the exhibitors, along with the opportunities the program holds for the future of the swine industry.

When is discrimination not discrimination? While the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals would have you think that reverse discrimination is not only legal, but OK. However, discrimination is discrimination, even when it's used in an attempt to right some past wrong.

In episode 206, Coffey talks with Jill Koob about the Supreme Court decision on “reverse discrimination,” PTO policy trends, and AI adoption in the workplace. They discuss the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services eliminating different standards for "reverse discrimination" cases; how Title VII protects all individuals equally regardless of majority or minority status within protected classes; the challenges and failures of unlimited PTO policies leading employees to take less time off; new flexible PTO approaches allowing conversion to cash, student loan payments, or 401k contributions; mitigating bias in the employee selection process; why diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives should focus on business outcomes and widening candidate pools; the evolution of AI from individual productivity tools to organizational workforce transformation; the need for employees to actively learn and adopt AI tools to remain competitive; and how AI can handle transactional HR tasks while freeing professionals to focus on more strategic human-centered work. Links to stuff they talked about are on our website at https://goodmorninghr.com/EP206 and include the following topics: Breaking—Supreme Court Unanimously Lowers Bar for “Reverse Discrimination” Claims: Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services Redefines Title VII Litigation More companies are letting workers cash in their vacation days. Should yours? 2025 Benefits and Compensation Trends Report How enterprise AI is reshaping EX, according to expert Josh Bersin AI superworkers ‘coming on like a freight train.' Are you ready? Amazon CEO Jassy says AI will reduce its corporate workforce in the next few years Message from CEO Andy Jassy: Some thoughts on Generative AI  Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.  If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.  About our Guest: Jill Koob, SPHR, SHRM – SCP is the founder and owner of Energize HR, an HR Consulting Firm that focuses on training solutions, strategic HR and organizational development and human resource support. Prior to starting her company, Jill served as a VP for a Houston Based Professional Employer Organization, where they received numerous awards including Best Places to Work and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing companies. Jill has over twenty-five years of strategic HR experience working directly with hundreds of businesses with their people strategy needs. Jill Koob can be reached at:https://energizehr.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillkoob/   About Mike Coffey: Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.   Learning Objectives: 1.       Understand that Title VII protects all individuals equally within protected classes, requiring the same burden of proof regardless of whether someone belongs to a majority or minority group within that class.2.       Design flexible PTO policies with clear guidelines and minimum requirements while offering options for employees to convert unused time to other benefits like cash, student loans, or retirement contributions.3.       Embrace AI as a collaborative tool for analyzing data, reducing bias in hiring processes, and handling transactiona...

Send us a textDr. Emia Oppenheim shares the powerful impact of Farm to Early Care and Education programs that connect young children with local food systems through gardening, hands-on learning, and fresh local foods.• Public health nutrition focuses on population-level changes rather than individual interventions• Children's food preferences often develop before age three, making early exposure to fruits and vegetables critical• Farm to ECE uses three core strategies: buying local foods, teaching about agriculture, and hands-on learning• Purchasing local foods creates ripple effects by supporting farmers and strengthening community food systems• ASPHN's FarmWise initiative brings states together through collaborative learning to develop Farm to ECE programs• Strong coalitions with diverse stakeholders drive innovation and sustainability in public health initiatives• Despite funding challenges, states have found creative ways to implement local food purchasing incentives• The next generation of public health professionals brings systems thinking and compassion to food system workVisit asphn.org to learn more about ASPHN's Farm to ECE work, sign up for their newsletter, or join their upcoming webinars and training opportunities.Guest BioEmia Oppenheim, PhD, MPhil, RD, Public Health Consultant and Farm to ECE Programs Director, Association of State Public Health Nutritionists, Dr. Emia Oppenheim is a seasoned public health nutritionist and consultant currently working with the Association of State Public Health Nutritionists (ASPHN) on federal public health initiatives. With a career spanning several decades, she has extensive expertise in nutrition, early childhood health and development, chronic disease prevention and population health. Dr. Oppenheim completed her PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry in 2001, at Cornell University, following an MPhil in Immunology from the University of Sheffield (UK) and a clinical internship for a dietetic registration at the University of Virginia. Dr. Oppenheim was an adjunct lecturer at Cornell and has presented widely on nutrition and child development in the US and UK. Dr. Oppenheim's career has shifted over the years from nutritional biochemistry to public health nutrition with a focus on transforming policies, systems and programs to support healthier environments for children. She began working on public health programs in school districts, later serving as the lead for early childhood obesity prevention programs at the Ohio Department of Health. She now leads ASPHN's national efforts with Federal partners to expand and strengthen Farm to Child initiatives, helping states create healthier food sysLike what you heard? Please like and share wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Ann: Community Evaluation Solutions How Ann can help: · Support the evaluation capacity of your coalition or community-based organization. · Help you create a strategic plan that doesn't stress you and your group out, doesn't take all year to design, and is actionable. · Engage your group in equitable discussions about difficult conversations. · Facilitate a workshop to plan for action and get your group moving. · Create a workshop that energizes and excites your group for action. · Speak at your conference or event. Have a question or want to know more? Book a call with Ann .Be sure and check out our updated resource page! Let us know what was helpful. Music by Zach Price: Zachpricet@gmail.com

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't MissHere's a quick rundown of standout small-cap companies making major moves today — from battery breakthroughs to gold strikes and clean-tech milestones.HPQ Silicon (TSXV: HPQ) HPQ and its French partner Novacium have officially launched industrial production of high-performance lithium-ion battery cells using their proprietary GEN3 silicon-based anode. These next-generation cells boast capacities of 4,000 to 6,000 mAh and can achieve over 1,000 charge cycles, all while being fully compatible with existing lithium-ion manufacturing lines. The first commercial samples are scheduled to ship by Q3 2025. With exclusive rights to the technology in North America, HPQ is poised to generate revenue and localize production, marking a significant leap from lab-scale R&D to industrial commercialization in under 12 months.Zefiro Methane (Cboe: ZEFI) Zefiro's wholly owned subsidiary, Plants & Goodwin, has secured a $19.6 million contract from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to manage the plugging and abandonment of 200 marginal oil and gas wells over a three-year period. This federally funded initiative is aimed at reducing methane emissions and supports Zefiro's carbon credit generation model. The contract strengthens the company's position as North America's leading well-plugging operator and reinforces its dual mission of environmental remediation and profitable carbon offset creation.Maritime Resources (TSXV: MAE) Maritime Resources has reported high-grade gold intercepts at its Hammerdown Gold Project in Newfoundland, including 24.5 grams per tonne over 13.9 meters and 42.2 grams per tonne over 8.0 meters. These results are near surface and fall within a fully permitted open-pit zone, enhancing the potential for near-term gold production. With ownership of key infrastructure like the Pine Cove mill, Maritime is strategically positioned to transition from exploration to production rapidly.Red Pine Exploration (TSXV: RPX) Red Pine Exploration has announced significant drill results at its Wawa Gold Project in Ontario, including 45.38 grams per tonne of gold over 3.13 meters, with a bonanza-grade interval of 141 grams per tonne over 0.88 meters. These near-surface results support the company's strategy for open-pit development and will feed into an updated mineral resource estimate, anticipated later this year. With its 25,000-meter drill program nearly complete, Red Pine is laying the groundwork for a 2026 Preliminary Economic Assessment.Great Pacific Gold (TSXV: GPAC) Great Pacific Gold continues to deliver strong drill results at its Wild Dog Project in Papua New Guinea. The latest assay from hole WDG-04 returned 6 meters grading 8.6 grams per tonne gold equivalent, following an earlier hit of 7 meters at 10.3 grams per tonne in hole WDG-02. These results confirm the presence of a high-grade gold-copper vein system extending over 200 meters of strike length. As the company advances its Phase 1 drilling campaign and prepares for a maiden resource estimate, Great Pacific Gold is positioning itself as a rising exploration story in one of the world's most mineral-rich regions.Follow AGORACOM on our podcast and social channels for more breaking small-cap news, CEO interviews, and investor insights.

Prentiss Williams is an inmate currently incarcerated at the Trumbull Correctional Institution in Leavittsburg, Ohio. Born on December 30, 1978, he has been serving a lengthy sentence since his admission on December 22, 2003. His offenses include multiple counts of aggravated murder, attempted aggravated murder, felonious assault, escape, and weapon under disability, resulting in a sentence of 151 years in prison.In 2003, Williams was charged with the 1994 murder of Shelley Johnson, a 29-year-old woman found dead in central Toledo. Prosecutors allege that Williams killed Johnson to prevent her from revealing his involvement in another murder. He was later convicted of this crime in juvenile court .The Trumbull Correctional Institution, where Williams is held, is a medium-security facility operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. Opened in 1992, it houses approximately 1,529 male inmates across various security levels.https://linktr.ee/UnforbiddentruthJoin us every Tuesday and Thursday as we stream on either tik tok and/or youtube. Tik Tok Handle: @unforbiddentruthpodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support.

00:00 Show open/ How to spot elder abuse and what to do about it with Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Director Matt Damschroder. 9:03 An interview with Ohio Republican US Senator Jon Husted. 21:59 Rural maternal healthcare in Central Ohio with Elizabeth Wright-Burak, Senior Research Fellow at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy. 30:18 Face the State: A synopsis of Ohio State Senate Republicans' version of the state operating budget. 35:13 Face the State: Response to threats against the Jewish community with JewishColumbus President and CEO Julie Tilson Stanley and Chief Security Officer Mike Higgins.

Marlean Ames, a straight woman, was denied promotion and later demoted in her role at the Ohio Department of Youth Services by her lesbian supervisor. The position she sought and her former position were then given to a lesbian woman and a gay man, respectively. This prompted Ames to file suit under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, arguing that she was unlawfully discriminated against based on her sexual orientation because she is heterosexual. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court in holding that, because Ames was part of the majority group, she had the additional requirement of demonstrating the "background circumstances" that the employer discriminates against majority group members.On June 5, 2025, the United States Supreme Court unanimously vacated and remanded, holding that “the Sixth Circuit’s ‘background circumstances’ rule—which requires members of a majority group to satisfy a heightened evidentiary standard to prevail on a Title VII claim—cannot be squared with the text of Title VII or the Court’s precedents.” Join us for an expert analysis of this decision and its implications.Featuring:Nicholas Barry, Senior Counsel, America First Legal Foundation(Moderator) William E. Trachman, General Counsel, Mountain States Legal Foundation

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message.The landmark Supreme Court decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services fundamentally reshapes our understanding of workplace discrimination protections. Through a rare unanimous ruling, the Court has powerfully affirmed that every individual—regardless of majority or minority status—stands equal under employment law.What makes this case particularly significant is how it dismantles misconceptions about "reverse discrimination." As we explore in this episode, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act never distinguished between majority and minority groups—it protects individuals. When Marlene Ames, a heterosexual woman, found herself denied promotion and subsequently demoted while LGBTQ+ candidates were favored, she challenged this discrimination all the way to the Supreme Court. Despite losing at lower court levels, her persistence ultimately vindicated a principle too often misunderstood: discrimination against anyone based on protected characteristics is illegal, full stop.The Court's decision, delivered through Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, rejected the additional burden that some courts had placed on majority plaintiffs to prove "background circumstances" suggesting their employer discriminates against majority groups. This ruling has profound implications for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in American workplaces. While the Court didn't explicitly address DEI, the message is clear—policies that favor certain groups at the expense of others cross legal boundaries. For employees who believe they face discrimination despite belonging to a majority group, this decision provides significant legal backing.Have you experienced workplace discrimination but hesitated to speak up because you belong to a majority group? Understanding your rights is the first step toward workplace equality. Subscribe to the Employee Survival Guide for more insights that empower you to navigate complex workplace dynamics and protect your rights regardless of your background. If you enjoyed this episode of the Employee Survival Guide please like us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We would really appreciate if you could leave a review of this podcast on your favorite podcast player such as Apple Podcasts. Leaving a review will inform other listeners you found the content on this podcast is important in the area of employment law in the United States. For more information, please contact our employment attorneys at Carey & Associates, P.C. at 203-255-4150, www.capclaw.com.Disclaimer: For educational use only, not intended to be legal advice.

Eric Meyer, founding partner of Pierson Ferdinand, joins Gina Rubel to discuss the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services and its implications for all employers, including law firms. They discuss how the ruling affects Title VII compliance, the future of DEI efforts, and the importance of consistent, merit-based employment practices. Eric offers practical guidance for minimizing legal risk while reinforcing fairness and accountability in hiring, promotion, and internal investigations.

In this case, the court considered this issue: Does a plaintiff who belongs to a majority group need to demonstrate “background circumstances suggesting that the defendant is the unusual employer who discriminates against the majority” in order to establish a prima facie case of discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?The case was decided on June 5, 2025.The Supreme Court held that In a unanimous decision on June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Ames v Ohio Department of Youth Services, holding that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employment discrimination based on sexual orientation without imposing a heightened evidentiary standard for plaintiffs from majority groups. The Court reversed the Sixth Circuit's decision, which had required Marlean Ames, a heterosexual woman, to demonstrate "background circumstances" suggesting that her employer discriminated against the majority group. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, writing for the Court, emphasized that Title VII's protections apply equally to all individuals, regardless of group membership. The ruling allows Ames's discrimination claim to proceed in lower courts.This decision clarifies that plaintiffs alleging discrimination under Title VII need not meet additional burdens based on their majority status, thereby potentially broadening the scope for future employment discrimination claims.The opinion is presented here in its entirety, but with citations omitted. If you appreciate this episode, please subscribe. Thank you. 

In this episode, Ohio Department of Agriculture Brian Baldrige and Chief Ride Inspector Ron Dean, of the Division of Amusement Ride Safety and Fairs provide a comprehensive overview of Ohio Fairs safety.Specific topics covered include overall scope of Ohio Fairs, major support avenues of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, inspection process steps of amusement rides, Medway activity inspection, training of the ride inspectors, consumer ride safety tips, long term goals of the Division, fair safety collaboration, year-round inspections, vendor resources, Division social media sites and much more!This an excellent “behind the scenes look” at the outstanding work of the Ohio Department of Agriculture and its Division of Amusement Ride Safety and Fairs!

Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services was decided yesterday. The court unanimously sided with the Ohio woman who claimed she was denied a promotion because she is straight. It is and should be all about your knowledge, skills & abilities. Sexual orientation should have nothing to do with it.

On this episode of Field Day with Jordan Hoewischer, we talk with Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and H2Ohio Engineer Manager Justin McBride about the success and future of H2Ohio and the need for future funding to keep Ohio's farmers engaged in on-farm conservation. This episode is the first in a series that will discuss legacy phosphorus in Ohio farm fields and tributary systems.

The Ohio Senate is set to unveil its budget amendments this week. Many have been pushing for a last-minute change to provisions in the House-passed plan. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles looks at the changes being requested. Also, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services leader, Jon Honeck, talks about what will happen at local agencies if work requirements for Medicaid are implemented.

From inspecting meat for The Ohio Department of Agriculture to owning her own business, coaching CrossFit, managing social media, and everything in between—Mariah Cherubini does it all. In this episode, we dive into what drives her to juggle so many passions, how she finds balance, and the mindset that keeps her pushing boundaries (maybe literally).The Skull ShopUprising AthleticsMariah Cherubini

00:00 Show open/ Jami Goldstein, Chief Creative Officer of the Greater Columbus Arts Council on the 2025 Columbus Arts Festival. 13:47 Dr. Rich Besser - CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Former Acting Director of the CDC on measles prevention. 25:24 Face the State: Mental health resources in Ohio with Leeann Cornyn, Director of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. 34:42 Face the State: Ohio Senate Minority Leader Nickie Antonio (D- Lakewood) on the state budget.

Rep Mike Dovilla joins Bob for a follow up conversation on the investigation into fraud at the Ohio Department of Medicaid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the unfortunate passing of a Cleveland Firefighter cadet and how DEI might be playing a role in their hiring. Bob then welcomes Rep Mike Dovilla to the show for a follow up to their conversation on possible fraud in the Ohio Department of Medicaid. Bob is then joined by longtime radio host Michael Medved to talk about his book, now movie, The American Miracle. Bob then talks with economist Grover Norquist about the tax relief hopefully coming with Trump's Big Beautiful Bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1974, Ohio's prison population was 8,400 Ohioan. By 2011, the number grew to 51,000. Are we any safer as a result? Do all these inmates need to remain behind bars? Are we just locking up people without adequate attention being paid to things like education, drug treatment, mental health treatment and cognitive therapy? Our guest, Gary Mohr, former Director of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, wanted to know, and so he called on the late Edward Latessa, PhD, of the University of Cincinnati's Department of Criminal Justice to find out. Latessa spent three years visiting every prison in Ohio, collecting data and examining every program prisons offered to inmates. He concluded that an inmate's pursuit of a GED, drug treatment and other self-help programs resulted in a statistically significant difference in terms of violence and recidivism. After Latessa completed his research, the Ohio legislature delved into revising the criminal code and created a panel of 23 individuals, consisting of legislators, defense attorneys, prosecutors and corrections staff. After a year and a half, several recommendations were made, all of which were endorsed by a legislative committee, and then—nothing. No legislation was introduced. If Ohio's prison population has increased from 8,400 to 51,000, while the general population has remained fairly stable, that means, Mohr explains, there's either a staggering increase in crime, or we're not doing what we need to do to reduce criminality and the amount of time people spend in prison, or some combination.Crime didn't increase significantly during Mohr's tenure, but the criminal code increased, and sentencing changed. Now we have more mandatory sentencing, which is a disincentive for inmates to engage in those programs that Latessa proved were beneficial in reducing the prison population. Add to this that politically it's popular to be tough on crime. Sentencing offenders to long jail time is more popular than pushing for rehabilitation. Listen to the conversation.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources halted a fracking operation in southeast Ohio's Noble County earlier this month, after about 50 small earthquakes rattled the area.

All children under the age of 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months through a program offered by the Ohio Department of Education. Individuals ages 19 through 21 are also eligible for this program, if they have been identified as having mental or physical disabilities, and Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 23, 2025

Rep Mike Dovilla joins Bob to talk about the ongoing investigation into fraud at the Ohio Department of Medicaid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the Jewish couple that gunned down by an apparent terrorist. He is then joined by Rep Josh Williams to talk about the new bill that would start a Natural Family Month. Bob then talks with Dr. Everett Piper about the culture wars. Bob is then joined by Rep Mike Dovilla to talk about possible fraud in the Ohio Department of Medicaid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Windsor from the Ohio Press Network joins Bob to talk about the possible fraud or defrauding of the Ohio Department of Medicaid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show talking with Jack Windsor from the Ohio Press Network about possible fraud going on in the Ohio Department of Medicaid. Bob then welcomes Peter Kirsanow to the show to talk about all of the days big news. Bob is then joined by Lord Conrad Black to talk about the successes of President Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're embracing spring—cold weather and all—and diving into the 25 Things to Do in Ohio This Spring from the Ohio Department of Development. From bike rides to bookstores, film festivals to wildflowers, we connect statewide adventures to Pickaway County favorites! Plus, we reflect on breakfast sandwiches, instant coffee, and spring weather. Come for the list, stay for the laughter. Explore Pickaway County at Pickaway.com!

I'm excited to share this episode where I chat with Mike Cohen and Mark Mobley from Cignition about their amazing work in high-dosage tutoring. We dive into how they're making learning more collaborative and engaging through their partnership with the Ohio Department of Education. Parents and teachers are loving what they're seeing, and it's clear there's a real need for this kind of personalized support in education today. By the end of our conversation, you'll learn exactly how your school can team up with Cignition to help your students succeed. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! To get our weekly Instructional Coaching Tips sent right to your inbox, please subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Conversation Takeaways Cignition focuses on high-intensity tutoring to enhance student learning. Collaborative learning is key to deeper understanding in students. The company has a successful partnership with the Ohio Department of Education. Tutoring sessions are designed to be engaging and tailored to student needs. Mastery checks are integrated into lessons to measure student progress. Feedback from parents indicates significant improvements in student confidence. Tutors are trained to facilitate productive struggle among students. The relationship between tutors and teachers is crucial for student success. Cignition aims to fill educational gaps for students in need. Schools can easily partner with Cignition through their website. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cignition and High-Intensity Tutoring 02:59 Partnership with Ohio Department of Education 05:56 Tutoring Methodology and Student Engagement 08:53 The Role of Tutors and Teacher Collaboration 12:11 Feedback and Recognition from Parents and Educators 14:57 Getting Started with Cignition About our Guests: Michael Cohen, Founder & CEO, Cignition Mike's career has straddled academic research and entrepreneurial activity, focused on helping human-centered technologies achieve positive real-world impact. He earned his PhD at UC Berkeley, has published more than 80 academic papers and one book, has been awarded 25 patents, and received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004. Mike founded Cignition in 2014, working with educators and a neuroscientist, with a goal of helping all students, especially those from traditionally underserved communities, achieve a deep understanding of mathematics (and extending to ELA more recently) - both to enable further learning and to be prepared for success in the workplaces of the future. Those goals led to a key focus on conceptual understanding and on collaborative learning, as well as a focus on measurement and constant data-driven improvement of all components of the products and services Cignition delivers. Mark Mobley, Program & Client Success Manager, Cignition Mark Mobley (M.Ed.) is completing his fourth year as a Client Success Manager for Cignition. For the past two years, he has been the lead manager for the Future Forward Ohio initiative, which has served 27 districts statewide. He spent 10 years as a secondary mathematics teacher in Georgia. Additionally, he has helped design, launch and lead two nonprofits, Georgia CALLS, a program training and employing returning citizens to prevent recidivism, and SAFFT, a program designed to train and restore families who have...

BIG things are happening in Central Ohio! With top leaders, we dig into some of the BIGGEST construction and development projects happening right now in our region, including the new $2B Columbus Airport terminal, the $200M reimagining of the Ohio Expo Center & State Fair, defense contractor Anduril's just-announced state-of-the-art plant, and the highway and transportation systems that will tie it all together. We explore where big ideas come from, and the partnerships and workforce that's essential to turn big dreams into tomorrow's Central Ohio reality.  Featuring:  Pamela Boratyn, Director, The Ohio Department of Transportation Connor Brogan, Arsenal-1 Project Leader, Anduril Matt Kunz, Vice President and Columbus General Manager, Turner Construction  And Joseph Nardone, President & CEO, The Columbus Regional Airport Authority  The host is Angela An, News Anchor, WBNS 10TV. This forum was sponsored by Barton Malow, The Columbus Regional Airport Authority, HNTB, Public Sector Consulting, and Turner Construction.  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. It was also supported by The Ellis. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The Ellis in Columbus' historic Italian Village on April 2, 2025.  

In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin with Vincent Racaniello rue about the continuing measles outbreak, the FACTS about vaccination, irresponsibility of promoting vitamin A therapy “lifelong liver damage or vaccinaton!”, high pathogenic influenza and egg importation before Dr. Griffin reviews recent statistics on RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections and vaccination schedules and if vaccination affects long COVID, the WasterwaterScan dashboard, where to find PEMGARDA, provides information for Columbia University Irving Medical Center's long COVID treatment center, where to go for answers to your long COVID questions, long COVID interventions, how to track long symptoms using a wearable device and how these data will never be used with the closing of governmental long COVID programs and offices. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode Measles cases and outbreaks (CDC Rubeola) Measles 159 in Texas…. (Texas Health and Human Services) 2025 Measles outbreak guidance (New Mexico Health) 10 in Ohio and 23 in Kansas…..oh my! 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(Reuters) Are your eggs domestic or Brazilian? 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That isn't true.(NY Times) Letters read on TWiV 1204 Dr. Griffin's COVID treatment summary (pdf) Timestamps by Jolene Ramsey. Thanks! Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your questions for Dr. Griffin to daniel@microbe.tv Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.

In this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese catches up with newly-elected Ohio Farmers Union President Bryn Bird. They talk cross-country moves, diverse vegetable production, and family farming. Bird also shares what the union is advocating on behalf of farmers for, including strengthening regional food systems and farms. Featured audio includes: Dale Minyo catches up with the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture Brian Baldridge at the Ohio Beef Expo. Joel Penhorwood meets with the President of the Ohio Auctioneers Association Darby Walton at the Ohio Beef Expo. Dale stops by the Farm Credit Mid-America office in Brown County to talk with Rudi Pitzer Perry during Patronage Week. 

Looking for love in lockdown? You won't believe the latest Instagram trend discussed on the show: Prison Connect, a platform where people in prison can seek pen pals and even romantic connections. KiddChris is in love with one woman from the Ohio Department of Correction, but prepare for some shocking revelations about her!  Seg has the updates on the Bengals' massive deals with Jamar Chase and T. Higgins, and their whopping contracts. He will also meet The Sara Puppet during his sports report!  Attorney Stuart W. Penrose from the Minnillo Law Group is in tackling real-life legal questions. From a loaded gun incident involving a child to workplace disagreements involving chest bumps and the aftermath of a hit-and-run on a classic car! ... You'll hear insightful legal perspectives and maybe even get some free advice!    

In this episode of Jenny and Jenny in the Morning, we're springing into action with all the exciting events happening in Pickaway County! Tune in as we chat about Pickaway Park programming, activities from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and how you can enjoy the great outdoors in our beautiful county. Did you know Pickaway County is home to more than 40 miles of scenic bike paths and trails? Grab your sneakers or your bike and make the most of our gorgeous parks and green spaces. Listen now and discover how you can get outside and enjoy all Pickaway County has to offer!_____________________Find more Pickaway adventures at pickaway.com!

QUESTION PRESENTED:Whether, in addition to pleading the other elements of an employment discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a majority-group plaintiff must show “background circumstances to support the suspicion that the defendant is that unusual employer who discriminates against the majority.”  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Marlean Ames, a straight woman, was denied promotion and later demoted in her role at the Ohio Department of Youth Services by her lesbian supervisor. The position she sought and her former position were then given to a lesbian woman and a gay man respectively. This prompted Ames to file suit under Title VII of […]

Marlean Ames, a straight woman, was denied promotion and later demoted in her role at the Ohio Department of Youth Services by her lesbian supervisor. The position she sought and her former position were then given to a lesbian woman and a gay man respectively. This prompted Ames to file suit under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, arguing that she was unlawfully discriminated against based on her sexual orientation because she is heterosexual. The Sixth Circut Court of Appeals affirmed the district court in holding that because Ames was part of the majority group, she had the additional requirement of demonstrating the "background circumstances" that the employer discriminates against majority group members.The Supreme Court agreed to hear the case to answer the question of whether, in addition to pleading the other elements of an employment discrimination claim, a majority-group plaintiff must show background circumstances to support the suspicion that the employer discriminates against the majority group. Oral argument is scheduled for February 26th.Featuring:Nicholas Barry, Senior Counsel, America First Legal Foundation(Moderator) William E. Trachman, General Counsel, Mountain States Legal Foundation

2.28.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS discrimination ruling, DOE DEI complaint portal, Trump mass firing ruling, Zelenskyy and Trump clash We'll discuss a significant U.S. Supreme Court case related to workplace discrimination--Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. In this case, a woman claims she was demoted due to her sexual orientation. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal will break it all down for us. We'll speak with a Louisiana activist about the National Park Service's decision to withdraw the Black community from consideration for a historic landmark. Did you see that train wreck of a meeting today between the convict-in-chief and Ukraine's president? If not, we'll show you what happened and examine how that detrimental meeting could impact our international diplomacy. The Trump administration launches a "public portal" for reporting alleged "illegal discriminatory practices" in schools. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Don interview Travis Hartman. Travis is the Lake Erie Fisheries Program Administrator for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. We discuss the latest walleye production report and Travis offers an overview. Excellent walleye fishing can be expected for the foreseeable future, with large numbers of fish found throughout the lake. We talk about the seasonal movement of Lake Erie walleye and the impact for anglers. Also, Travis touches on the perch population and what anglers can expect this season. If you like fishing Lake Erie this podcast is for you.

A case in which the Court will decide whether a majority-group plaintiff must show “background circumstances to support the suspicion that the defendant is that unusual employer who discriminates against the majority” to establish a prima facie case of discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Host Martine Powers speaks with Supreme Court reporter Justin Jouvenal about Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, which will be heard before the country's highest court on Wednesday. Ames and her attorneys say she was held back at her job because she is straight and White. Her case was rejected by lower courts, in part because reverse discrimination claims require a higher burden of proof than anti-minority discrimination in many parts of the country. But Ames's attorneys argue that this double standard is unconstitutional. And many legal experts say the Supreme Court is poised to agree. They expect that if the court sides with Ames, it could lead to an increase in the number of discrimination lawsuits filed by straight people, White people and men. The decision may also have a chilling effect on corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs.Today's show was produced by Laura Benshoff. It was edited by Peter Bresnan and mixed by Sam Bair. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

Episode 2983 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army COL Gordon Ray Roberts. Information featured in this episode comes from Wikipedia, The Ohio Department of Veteran Affairs and Tara Ross. COL Gordon Ray … Continue reading →

Each month, a panel of constitutional experts convenes to discuss the Court’s upcoming docket sitting by sitting. The cases covered in this preview are listed below.Gutierrez v. Saenz (Feburary 24) - Federalism & Separation of Powers, Courts; Issue(s): Whether Article III standing requires a particularized determination of whether a specific state official will redress the plaintiff’s injury by following a favorable declaratory judgment.Esteras v. U.S. (February 25) - Criminal Law & Procedure; Issue(s): Whether, even though Congress excluded 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a)(2)(A) from 18 U.S.C. § 3583(e)’s list of factors to consider when revoking supervised release, a district court may rely on the Section 3553(a)(2)(A) factors when revoking supervised release.Perttu v. Richards (February 25) - Criminal Law & Procedure; Issue(s): Whether, in cases subject to the Prison Litigation Reform Act, prisoners have a right to a jury trial concerning their exhaustion of administrative remedies where disputed facts regarding exhaustion are intertwined with the underlying merits of their claim.Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services (February 26) - Labor & Employment Law, Civil Rights; Issue(s): Whether, in addition to pleading the other elements of an employment discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a majority-group plaintiff must show “background circumstances to support the suspicion that the defendant is that unusual employer who discriminates against the majority.”CC/Devas (Mauritius) Limited v. Antrix Corp. Ltd. (March 3) - Federalism & Separation of Powers, International Law; Issue(s): Whether plaintiffs must prove minimum contacts before federal courts may assert personal jurisdiction over foreign states sued under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act.BLOM Bank SAL v. Honickman, (March 3) - Civil Procedure; Issue(s): Whether Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 60(b)(6)’s stringent standard applies to a post-judgment request to vacate for the purpose of filing an amended complaint.Smith & Wesson Brands v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos (March 4) - International Law, Gun Crime; Issue(s): (1) Whether the production and sale of firearms in the United States is the proximate cause of alleged injuries to the Mexican government stemming from violence committed by drug cartels in Mexico; and (2) whether the production and sale of firearms in the United States amounts to “aiding and abetting” illegal firearms trafficking because firearms companies allegedly know that some of their products are unlawfully trafficked.Nuclear Regulatory Commission v. Texas (March 4) - Administrative Law & Regulation; Issue(s): (1) Whether the Hobbs Act, which authorizes a “party aggrieved” by an agency’s “final order” to petition for review in a court of appeals, allows nonparties to obtain review of claims asserting that an agency order exceeds the agency’s statutory authority; and (2) whether the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 and the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 permit the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to license private entities to temporarily store spent nuclear fuel away from the nuclear-reactor sites where the spent fuel was generated.Featuring:Joel S. Nolette, Associate, Wiley Rein LLPJonathan A. Segal, Partner and Managing Principal, Duane Morris InstituteRichard A. Simpson, Partner & Deputy General Counsel, Wiley Rein LLPWill Yeatman, Senior Legal Fellow, Pacific Legal Foundation(Moderator) Austin Rogers, Chief Counsel, Senate Judiciary Committee

In this week's episode, hosts Matt Reese and Joe Everett sit down with Clint and Joe Nester of Nester Ag, LLC in Williams County to discuss how excess soil fertility can be depreciated for tax savings after purchasing farmland. Also in this episode: Joel Penhorwood catches up with Wendy Osborn of Ohio Corn & Wheat to recap the latest corn and wheat yield contest winners. Matt talks with Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and Darke County Commissioner Matt Aultman about the devastating impact of high path avian influenza in western Ohio, including an update on the human case of bird flu in Mercer County. Jenna Reese shares insights from the Ohio Forestry Association.

The US Supreme Court will hear arguments in a reverse discrimination case when the justices return to the bench at the end of the month.  A heterosexual woman is asking the court to revive her lawsuit against the Ohio Department of Youth Services where she's worked since 2004 after the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit said she hadn't shown the "background circumstances" necessary to take her case to trial. The court didn't just ask for a little bit more evidence, it asked for a lot more, said Xiao Wang, director of the University of Virginia's Supreme Court Litigation Clinic, who's representing Marlean Ames in her case. Wang and co-counsel Edward Gilbert join Cases and Controversies to discuss the case and what's at stake. Hosts Greg Stohr and Lydia Wheeler also chat about Trump's impending trade war and look at the legal doctrine that could stand in the way of his planned tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada.  Hosts: Lydia Wheeler and Greg Stohr Produce: Mo Barrow Do you have feedback on this episode of Cases & Controversies, Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Ten years ago, a harmful algal bloom in western Lake Erie forced the city of Toledo to issue a “do not drink” advisory for its water supply. Now, Ohio is home to one of the most transformational wetland restoration programs in America. This program, known as H2Ohio, is using wetland restoration and other practices to reduce nutrient flows into Lake Erie and improving the quality of water for its citizens. In this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with DU regional biologists, Russ Terry and Corey VanStratt, and Eric Saas of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to discuss DU's involvement in delivering H2Ohio and how it is producing not only cleaner water, but more habitat for ducks and additional places for hunting.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org