All Sides with Amy Juravich

First came fracking under Salt Fork State Park. Now the federal government moves to open up thousands of acres in Ohio's only national forest. The plan involves 2,800 acres in Wayne National Forest. Ohioans complain about rising property taxes – but what do efforts to cut or eliminate them look like? Two proposed bills would require K-12 students to learn about food literacy. And it turns out the...

Join host Christopher Purdy and his guests for a discussion and preview of arts and cultural events happening in and around the Columbus metropolitan area. We'll preview violinist Joshua Bell's upcoming performance with the Springfield Symphony on July 30. We'll also discuss the latest at the Columbus Museum of Art and talk with Ohio State emeritus professor Arved Ashby about his new book The 1980...

It wasn’t long ago when segregation still existed in our public school system. Columbus City Schools officially desegregated on September 6, 1979. Desegregation didn’t make the inequalities suddenly disappear. Ohio State Professor Simone C. Drake recently wrote a book about her experience as a young black woman in the 1980s going through the recently desegregated Columbus school system. Then, sinc...

The dog days of summer are upon us. But it seems this year that summer heat has more of a bite. Extreme temperatures are changing everything from work, sleep, sports, and summer camps. There are ways communities can deal with extreme heat, but it takes a systemic approach. In this hour of All Sides, learn about heat resilience and what it takes to build heat-resilient communities. Plus, what does...

Misconceptions abound, pushed by the Trump administration with controversial views on what causes it. Today, one woman’s personal crusade to educate and enlighten, as well as a doctor who specializes in treating children, and a national advocacy group on the state of autism funding and research. Guests: Gabrie’le Eato , neurodiversity advocate and founder, Eleable Dr. Eric Butter , chief of psycho...

Senate Bill 273, or the “Keep Them Safe Act,” has been one of the few gun policies that received unanimous support from both the Ohio House and Senate. Gov. Mike DeWine signed it into law on June 18. The bill allows a person struggling with suicidal thoughts or other mental health emergencies to temporarily store their firearms with federally registered gun dealers or law enforcement officers. The...

Many people are concerned with robots replacing human jobs, but what about robots enhancing existing jobs? The Cleveland Clinic recently completed a robotic surgery in a single-lung transplant—the first to take place in the U.S. Surgical robots are allowing surgeons to accomplish non-invasive surgeries that otherwise would have called for giant incisions, delaying recovery time. Phone usage is cha...

Health care is among the affordability issues on Ohioans' minds. Last week came news that the state saw the largest decline in Affordable Care Act enrollment in the country. Campaign donations and endorsements are rolling in for Ohio’s two candidates for governor: GOP hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy got a $5 million check from trillionaire Elon Musk. Challenger Amy Acton notches her own historic haul as a...

The summer season is in full effect. The time is perfect to pick your next book for your trip to the beach or for a day by the pool. Host Christopher Purdy and his guests will share ideas on books you might want to add to your list of must-reads. Host: Christopher Purdy, Classical 101 Morning Host  Guests: Kassie Rose, WOSU book critic Kris Hickey, youth services manager, Whetstone Branch, Columb...

We have heard the phrase, “the youth are our future” many times. But what about the youth of our present? Every week on Fascinating Ohio, we share the stories of inspiring adults. This week, we are highlighting four talented teens from here in the Buckeye state. First, we’ll meet 4-H Ohio’s Teen of the Year, Sadie Wilhelmy. As a 4-H member in Brown County, she has taken on several leadership posit...

The United Supreme Court ruled on June 25 that the Trump administration was allowed to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) of more than 300,000 Haitians in the United States. Recently, the work permits for Haitians with TPS were extended to July 24, while lower courts fully implement the Supreme Court ruling. There are between 10,000 and 15,000 Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, which i...

The history of the Columbus music scene runs far and deep. Jazz and swing took over Columbus streets in the 1920s, followed by rock, soul and swing, in the 60s, ending the 20 th century with punk, indie and rock. Now in 2026, you can find almost every genre and instrument being played in Columbus. Columbus was the starting point for many successful musicians such as jazz artist Rahsaan Roland Kirk...

The United States Postal Service, in the words of the postmaster general, is out of money. The federal independent agency generally relies on no tax money, and is largely funded by stamps, packages and other sales. It’s once again staring at a $1 billion shortage. The forever stamp now costs 82 cents, but who’s writing and mailing letters anymore. Now there’s a political battle over its future, an...

Fertility rates in the U.S. have fallen by 22% since 2007. This also happens to be the year the iPhone was introduced to the world by Apple. The less time people spend connecting in person, the less likely people are to have babies. But the question is can the reasoning really be that simple? The motto for justice in democratic countries is “innocent until proven guilty,” but what if it were the o...

A Short North business owner wrote an open letter, published in Columbus Underground, to the city council. On behalf of business owners and residents, the letter's author would like to see Columbus leaders take action to help people living on the streets. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Development, Columbus saw a 3% increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness in 202...

The hormone testosterone is figuring prominently in conversations about the “manosphere.” Politicians and influencers are turning to testosterone and peptides in pursuit of an idealized masculine image. On this hour of All Sides, we’re talking about the national obsession with testosterone. We’ll meet actor and screenwriter Brock Yurich. His movie Test , filmed here in Ohio, follows one man’s pers...

More bills become law with the stroke of Gov. DeWine's pen, including a conservative-backed idea called the "Success Sequence." It will now be taught to children starting in the 6th grade. Just what is it and why is there opposition? Listen up, drivers: If police pull you over for any reason, you must provide your name, address and date of birth, because under a new law you can't withhold personal...

When it comes to the opioid crisis in Ohio, we often see and hear the devastating stories and destructive effects of drug abuse. What often gets ignored are the stories of those who had the courage and strength to create a new future for themselves. The co-owner and butcher at Weiland’s Market in Clintonville is sharing his recovery story to encourage others struggling with drug abuse to do the sa...

There’s a lot going on in national politics. The Supreme Court has made major decisions, the nation has marked a milestone birthday, the mid-term election candidates are coming into focus, and the presidency has been good for Donald Trump’s financial earnings. Additionally, there are controversies over the reflecting pool and a phone call to FIFA. We're discussing national politics with Ken Rudin,...

Can't afford to do much traveling this summer? That’s okay, we're going to take you to far-flung places around the world: western Africa, Italy, Japan, Cuba and more. And we'll introduce you to a handful of people carrying on traditions passed down in their families for generations, even centuries. In Italy, you'll meet one of the only women making the world's rarest pasta. In west Africa, the man...

STARS, or Scientists Taking Astronomy to Rural Schools, was created by The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. Their goal is to bring astronomy education to rural schools, which are often underfunded, because as they put it, “the sky belongs to everyone.” Emma Marcucci, executive director of STARS will join us to discuss the program, how the pilot program went in the spring and the hopes for th...

As America marks its 250 th birthday this year, the national mood is deeply fractured. While many citizens feel let down by the federal government, others are feeling a strong sense of national pride. Patriotism has become a partisan discussion, less about a shared love of country and more about one political side or another. This raises critical questions: What does it truly mean to be a patriot,...

While she is known mostly as the widow of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Coretta Scott King was one of the leading protestors of America’s involvement in Vietnam. Her activism influenced her husband’s views on speaking out against the war. The book Until the Last Gun is Silent: A Story of Patriotism, the Vietnam War, and the Fight to Save America’s Soul details the untold story of how King’s protest...

Over shouts from environmental activists, an Ohio commission gives the go-ahead for several bidders to frack under thousands of acres of public lands. These areas include state parks, wildlife areas and a prison in leasing deals that bring millions into the state’s coffers. Plus, a new law will speed up the state’s oil and gas permitting process among other changes. Sen. Bernie Moreno wants to do...

After writing more than 150 books, Columbus native Michael J. Rosen is still not done. He continues writing children's books and adult poetry. Beyond writing, he is an artist of many forms, and a teacher. We’ll learn about all of his trades and more. Sometimes, it just takes one person to change something many people overlook. For Melanie Barrett, her late sister inspired her to create a company d...