All Sides with Amy Juravich

Farmers markets serve many purposes to communities, people in need, farmers and the overall economy. Farms large and small are an important part of Ohio's economy. One place where some farmers promote their business and sell their products are local community farmers markets. Christie Welch, program specialist for direct agricultural marketing at Ohio State, will discuss the economics of farmers m...

When Ohio native and Ohio State alum Brad Ryan’s parents got divorced, it ripped his family apart. But he found a way to reconnect with his estranged grandmother by way of visiting all of America's national parks. The journey made them famous. At 93 years old, Grandma Joy became the oldest person to visit all 63 national parks, even the one in American Samoa. She achieved this goal thanks to her g...

On July 4, America will mark its 250 th birthday. Across the country, states are planning celebrations highlighting their unique contributions to America. From aviation to presidents to music, Ohio has made significant contributions to America. On this hour of All Sides, we’ll talk about Ohio’s plans to celebrate America's semi-quincentennial. Guests: Todd Kleismit, executive director, America 250...

There are many different methods that companies use to recycle those plastic water bottles you toss in the blue bin. One of those ways is called chemical recycling. But one company that was doing chemical recycling in central Ohio, is both using heat -- and taking heat and is now suspending operations. In the new Toy Story 5 movie, it’s a battle for play time between beloved toys Woody, Buzz and t...

The Columbus metropolitan area is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. The Central Ohio Transit Authority, better known as COTA, has many projects underway to make getting around the area easier. We're talking with COTA President and CEO Monica Téllez-Fowler to find out about those initiatives on this hour of All Sides. Guest: Monica Tellez-Fowler, president and chie...

Columbus Landmark has released its 2026 Most Endangered Sites list. Included are the Fairwood Elementary School on Columbus’ east side and the Beacon Building downtown. The buildings are a connection to the city’s past, provide character, and attract development and tourism. However, while they may appear solidly built, letting them sit abandoned leaves them vulnerable to vandalism, declining prop...

The FBI searched the Cleveland offices of Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a group that organizes political and voter engagement activities for left-leaning and progressive causes. Before Ohio lawmakers left for their summer recess, they made a big push to try to crack down on types of welfare fraud, with new restrictions on both Medicaid and SNAP benefits. However, their efforts to eliminate tax cr...

The heat is on here in central Ohio. As the temperatures rise, many people are seeking relief. Part of the plan can include a good book, whether you read outdoors by the pool or inside under a fan or central air. All Sides Weekend Host Christopher Purdy and his guests will share some book suggestions you might want to consider adding to your stack of must-read titles. Host: Christopher Purdy, Clas...

An effort to abolish property taxes in Ohio runs out of time — for now. The group collecting signatures to put an amendment on the November ballot to eliminate property taxes in Ohio says it has fallen short of the number needed to qualify. How big a problem is fraud in Ohio? It depends on who you ask. Trump administration officials traveled to Columbus last week to say it's widespread and signifi...

From heroin to healing to hosting. In 1994, Eric Zimmer walked through the doors of Maryhaven, an addiction treatment center in central Ohio, as a client seeking help for heroin addiction. Today, he is an author, teacher, speaker and the creator of "The One You Feed" podcast. Fifty million podcast downloads later, Zimmer shares what recovery really teaches. Zimmer has a new book called How A Littl...

"Take the Dough, We Gotta Know" is the name of a bipartisan bill requiring more oversight into the controversial EdChoice voucher program. But will it go anywhere with mere days until summer recess? Ohio doesn’t have enough oversight into EdChoice, the state-funded program giving families vouchers for their kids to go to private K-12 schools, according to two state lawmakers who say they want to c...

People have said “jazz is dead” for decades now, but Columbus is proof against that assertion. A Tribe for Jazz, a nonprofit organization, is on a mission to preserve the music's legacy and advance the future of jazz through visual storytelling, performances, education and community engagement. After his wife was diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, a Columbus radiologist found himself...

According to Ohio State Highway Patrol's crash database, since Jan. 1, there have already been more than 8,000 traffic crashes in Franklin County. Officials say that's a decrease from last year. In 2021, the City of Columbus launched its multi-year Vision Zero Action Plan, an initiative aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities by 2030. The results might be promising for highway traffic, however Col...

World Cup Soccer 2026: We look at the hype and the money behind this super-sized sports event. How has the United States' management failed/succeeded compared to past years, and why issues like ticket and hotel prices are driving tourists away. Although Columbus is not hosting official tournament matches, the city is heavily involved in World Cup festivities, featuring a pre-tournament friendly ma...

As of late, the news is no laughing matter. Yet, Peter Sagal has carved out a career helping us exercise our brains and our funny bones as host of NPR’s weekly quiz show, “Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me!" But that’s not his only gig. He’s an author, marathoner and more. And he’s coming to Columbus on June 7 for an evening of storytelling at the Southern Theatre. Sagal is talking with us on this hour of...

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID. So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November? Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don’t arrive at the board of elections on time. A new prosecution team is tapped t...

Some colleges and universities are hesitant about students using AI, while others have embraced it. The University of Cincinnati has created its own version of an AI chatbot, BearcatGPT, becoming the first Ohio university to incorporate their own AI platform for their students. For most people, networking is vital to the progression of their careers. But is networking equal for all? We will talk a...

The arts are always in season in central Ohio. As the days are getting warmer, creative fever is also getting hotter for many in the local arts scene. Join host Christopher Purdy and his guests for a preview of arts and cultural events in and around Columbus. This week, Purdy and his guests preview the annual Columbus Arts Festival and the Columbus Symphony Picnic with the Pops. Host: Christopher...

This past November, Ohio inducted their first Muslim judge for the Franklin County Municipal Court. She has been practicing as a prosecutor in Lancaster and defense attorney with her own practice in Columbus for years. We’ll learn more about her journey pursuing law as a Bangladeshi Muslim woman. Founded in 2006, Wild Goose Creative is a nonprofit arts organization that serves as a community space...

Fertility rates are declining around the world, and it's leading to dramatic generational and economic shifts. Plus, from babies to boomers. As the number of babies being born continues to fall, boomers are aging more gracefully than ever. This year, the post-World War II babies are turning 80 and they’re changing old age for themselves and future generations. We're looking at why the U.S. has hit...

Memorial Day is coming up and America’s summer movie season is starting to pick up. With major releases like Marvel’s "Spiderman: Brand New Day," Christopher Nolan’s "The Odyssey," and Steven Spielberg’s "Disclosure Day," there’s a lot to look forward to. What are some of the movies that might not see the reception studios expected and what are some of the biggest trends in the film industry this...

School may be out soon, but the challenge for parents is how to keep kids reading over the summer. We check in on how the switch to the science of reading is going and how it’s reshaping literacy education. Gov. Mike DeWine pushed for the change, citing persistent lagging reading scores. How have colleges and universities changed how they teach reading teachers? And will it keep kids from falling...

Click on any social media platform, and you will be flooded with advertisements. Amongst the regular ads, there are also scams, including get-rich-quick schemes and fraudulent ads. These scams may not be a simple glitch in the system. It is rather an organized effort for Meta to get richer. Two journalists from Reuters uncovered the truth about Meta with their series “Meta’s Secrets of Success.” Q...

According to Zillow, the U.S. housing market is expected to plummet along geographic lines with most of the decline happening in the sun belt. East of the Mississippi River, the Midwest is becoming one of the country’s hottest markets. We’re looking at the central Ohio real estate market during this hour of All Sides. Guests: Qiana Jones, secretary, Columbus Realtors Nate Kinkopf, producing branch...

From AI to skills-based jobs, to a growing immigrant population, we're looking at what’s redefining central Ohio’s workforce and economy. We’ll share powerful stories, elevate the voices most affected, and examine what’s working and what’s not. The discussion happened as part of WOSU's Inside: Reshaping Work Townhall. Host: Amy Juravich, host of All Sides with Amy Juravich, WOSU Public Media Panel...