All Sides with Amy Juravich

Join host Christopher Purdy and his guests for their monthly book discussion. They’ll offer up their recommendations for your next book club selection or your nightstand book queue. They’ll also preview the Columbus Indie Bookstore Crawl happening this weekend as well as an early preview of this summer's Columbus Book Festival. Host: Christopher Purdy,  Classical 101...

What should we do today? That’s a question we’ve all asked ourselves at one point or another and no one has asked it more than parents. With growing kids constantly in need of excitement and stimulation, it can be hard to find a good variety of events and activities. A Columbus mom decided to tackle this issue head on by starting a blog that has grown in popularity. Whether you know it by the gian...

In addition to slashing the budget of National Parks, the Trump administration now plans to restructure the U.S. Forest Service by moving its headquarters, closing regional offices and reducing staff and research. On this hour of All Sides, we’re talking about what this move, which critics are calling a “gutting,” will mean for America’s public lands. Guests: Jor...

In 2025, Columbus was ranked as the fifth best beer city in the country. One of the contributors to that was BrewDog, which had opened breweries around Columbus and its surrounding neighborhoods. Just this year, however, it has changed leadership, and the way it operates in Columbus has completely shifted. What is the state of local breweries in Ohio, and what about beer on the national level? Are...

Nationally, one in six adults experience infertility during their lifetime, and one in eight women of reproductive age report that they or their partner required fertility services. As birth rates reach record lows in the U.S., federal efforts to promote pathways to parenthood accelerate. The Trump administration says it wants to make in-vitro fertilization more affordable and have it covered by m...

Just as some movies are notorious for their soundtracks (everyone knows the "Rocky" and "Jurassic Park" theme songs), music in video games is just as important. Sound design in video games is what makes virtual worlds come to life. Tech companies, digital devices and apps are reshaping childhood and education. Have Chromebooks been a positive influence on children’s learning and what do teachers h...

In March, a California Jury ruled that Meta and YouTube were responsible for harming a young user with their addictive content algorithms. Social media is something we have all learned to depend on in the 21 st century to facilitate our social interactions and keep in touch with community members. But are these apps built with our best interest in mind? Today on All Sides, we discuss the aftermath...

Across the country and here in Central Ohio, work is changing fast; creating new opportunities and real questions for workers, families, and employers navigating a complex moment. Artificial intelligence is transforming jobs across every industry. The immigrant workforce is becoming a vital part of our economy. And many people are reconsidering whether college is the only path to a stable, meaning...

The Ohio Casino Commission levied a $5 million fine against Kalshi prediction market for unlicensed sports gaming. The action comes as some GOP lawmakers press to change much of the 2023 law that made sports betting a billion-dollar industry in the state. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is on record as saying that legalizing sports betting is his biggest mistake in office. Plus we also take a look at key co...

The landscape of work is shifting rapidly, leaving workers and employers in Ohio and beyond to navigate a future defined by AI, evolving education paths, and the expectations of lifelong learning. In this new season of Untangled—part of WOSU Public Media’s Inside: Reshaping Work initiative —host Amy Juravich explores the challenges and opportunities of the modern workforce, starting April 20th on...

Tree planting in Columbus took a hit a few months back due to federal funding cuts. The city has lost some grant reimbursement money for trees that officials had been planning on. Tree planting may be a part of city planning that you might not think about very much, but Columbus has set many tree planting goals over the years. Regardless of the financial obstacles, volunteers, nonprofits, resident...

What comes to mind when you think of pizza? A pie plastered with pepperoni? Cheese oozing from all sides. A crust that’s buttery and thick or thin and crunchy. Your mind also may travel to Naples, Italy, which is pizza's modern birthplace. Or conjure up U.S. cities synonymous with the slice: New York, Chicago or Detroit to name a few. But don’t (you dare) skip over Columbus, with its rich and deli...

Travel expert Rick Steves has spent most of his life traveling the continent of Europe and sharing what he's learned with the rest of us. He's informed, entertained and guided travelers to the best nooks and crannies in dozens of European cities – both big and small.    Steves joins All Sides today to talk about how to plan the perfect European getaway. Guest: Rick Steves,...

A profanity-laden Truth Social post on Easter Sunday by President Trump has been one of the latest moves that has cries for invoking the 25 th Amendment growing louder. In addition, President Trump threated to annihilate the country of Iran’s entire civilization. As has become one of his usual tactics, the president backed down last Tuesday giving credence to the acronym TACO meaning Trump always...

Whether it’s glaciers, sand dunes, mountains or beaches, America’s National Parks are home to some of the most beautiful landscapes to be found in America. Travel writer Mike Oswald   has spent a great deal of time traversing and documenting all of them. He’s journeyed thousands of miles over hundreds of visits and distilled what he’s learned into books. His latest book is titled   Publi...

Spring has officially sprung and now it’s time to spruce up our gardens and beautify our spaces with flowers, vegetables, plants and trees. Ohio's Garden Sage Deb Knapke is back with expert advice on what to plant and when. Guest: Deb Knapke,  Ohio’s Garden Sage  Support WOSU 89.7 NPR News during our spring membership drive  and you can receive a ticket to WOSU's "Drinks and Dirt" event...

Columbus is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country. It’s growing faster than any other city in the Midwest. The state capital has come a long way from its humble beginnings. On this edition of All Sides, we’re talking with author Brent Warren about the evolution of Columbus, which is documented in his book Columbus in 50 Maps. Support WOSU 89.7 NPR News  during our sprin...

We are shifting the focus away from celebrity chefs and big-city restaurants as we highlight the untold food stories in rural and small-town America. Hear from cookbook author and the host of "America the Bountiful" Capri Cafaro. She’ll discuss her travels through America’s backroads while exploring the nation’s diverse cultures, all while using food as a guide. Guest: Capri Cafaro,  creator/...

People want to be more present, and smartphones are largely responsible for taking us out of the moment. Consumer Reports home and technology reporter Courtney Lindwall recently bought the Nokia 2780 Flip in an effort to embrace “digital minimalism,” a movement that largely began to reclaim mental calmness from the chaotic digital realm. With new technologies like artificial intelligence and crypt...

Despite his death seven years ago, the specter of Jeffrey Epstein still looms large. Association with the sex trafficker and disgraced financier has resulted in the downfall and damaged reputations of many rich and powerful men. On this hour of All Sides, we delve into who Jeffrey Epstein was and why so many supposedly savvy people get ensnared by questionable people. Guests: David Enrich, deputy...

Communication is key, but the looks are changing. In our digital age of texting and emails, less spoken language means less emotion, tone and social cues. A study from the University of Missouri-Kansas City shows that each year we speak about 300 fewer words. As political polarization increases and arguments and debates dominate our dialogue, how do we re-learn the art of communication? Navigating...

What’s next in the state’s largest corruption case, following a hung jury in the trial of two former FirstEnergy executives? Weeks of testimony and more than a week of deliberations yielded no verdict. Former FirstEnergy CEO Chuck Jones and former FirstEnergy Senior Vice President Michael Dowling were charged with bribery and corruption. A hearing on Wednesday could determine the next steps in the...

Allergy season is in full swing and more than 80 million Americans suffer with seasonal allergies. How does this year compare to years in the past? Are people going to be sniffling more, or is this year going to finally be a downturn in pollen? We'll get the answers from a local allergist. Conservation can take on many forms. It can involve protecting animals, plants, forests or any of Earth’s nat...

The city’s women’s volleyball team, Columbus Fury, has new owners. Married entrepreneurs Andrea Mitchell and Andy Sandler acquired100% of the team from the previous ownership group, which included Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and his parents. This comes at a time when The Greater Columbus Sports Commission is putting a greater emphasis on women’s sports, including trying to get a wome...

The State of Ohio Adversity and Resilience (SOAR) project is Ohio State University College of Medicine's attempt at creating a comprehensive mental health study for Ohio’s population. Researchers have collected mental health data on many counties across Ohio. What the Framingham study did for heart disease is what the SOAR project wants to do for mental health. We're discussing the issue on this h...