Untangled

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:...

Deciding what to do after high school used to feel like a one-way street leading straight to a four-year university. Today, however, the rising cost of tuition and a shifting labor market have reopened the debate between the traditional college path and specialized trade schools. And now, the rise of artificial intelligence has added a complex layer to this age-old debate While a four-year degree...

A new report from the American Immigration Council shows that immigrants play a crucial role in Ohio’s economy. In 2023, immigrants earned $27.3 billion in income and paid $7.3 billion in local, state and federal taxes. Immigrants help fill Ohio’s workplace shortages. Hear from the City of Columbus about how they are connecting immigrants to in-demand jobs in central Ohio. And learn about the key...

For years, computer science was the hottest college major, outpacing all others. It was considered "the golden ticket" to a lucrative job. Then why has enrollment dropped significantly? Computers aren’t going away. Guest: Shira Ovide, technology reporter, The Washington Post

A strategic plan that looks at the “workers of tomorrow” will probably ensure the right people are in the right positions at the right time. But how do you plan for tomorrow when technology is changing so rapidly? From AI to automation... There are lots of concerns about what the future of work will look like and how we prepare for it.    To discus...

We’ve all heard the buzzwords: AI, automation, and hybrid. But behind the tech are the people who will actually drive our world forward. Join us for Untangled from All Sides as we look past the headlines to ask: Are we actually ready for the workers of tomorrow? From the classroom to the boardroom, we’re mapping out the skills, the shifts and the mindset needed to thrive in a world that hasn't eve...

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 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...

At times when school levies and property tax relief are hot-button political issues, a persistent myth about Ohio Lottery profits and education tends to resurface. One listener asked WOSU’s "Curious Cbus," “Wasn’t the state lottery supposed to replace property taxes as a method of school financing?”

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are trying to reform property taxes, but is there a way to do that without leaving public K-12 schools in financial distress? We will hear from two Ohio lawmakers: Republican State Sen. Louis Blessing and Democratic State Rep. Bride Rose Sweeney.

We’ll hear from the superintendents of Columbus City Schools, Hilliard City Schools and Fairfield-Union Local Schools for an urban, suburban and rural perspective.

We talk to three different Ohio school districts that are asking voters to support their local schools in three different ways.

The use of taxes, including property taxes, to pay for that education dates by to the America's original 13 colonies. We talk about the history of education funding in the United States and Ohio and where it is heading in the near future.

In Ohio, there has been a growing debate over fairness when it comes to education. But what about outside of Ohio. How do other countries pay for a child’s education? And how do other states pay for their K-12 public schools?

How much does it cost to educate Ohio’s school kids? We will break down where the money comes from and how much is currently being spent.

At the foundation of every school building is a battle: a battle over taxes, spending and fairness. Education is a fundamental right. The responsibility is clear, but who pays? That answer is not so clear.

From Medicare to Medicaid to social security, health care has long been a hot-button political issue. What can be done by policymakers to create a better elder care system?

In this bonus episode, we learn about an innovative program from the Franklin County Office of Aging that adds lively competition and personal connection to the gaming experience.

Caring for elderly family members can take both a physical and mental toll. But who takes care of the caregivers?

Are there enough nursing homes, assisted living facilities and home health aides to help everyone regardless of income and location?

One of the biggest concerns when it comes to taking care of the elderly is the cost of home health care, assisted living and legalities attached to them.

Navigating the complex system of American healthcare insurance can be frustrating, to say the least.

Join us for a new season of Untangled where we will unpack our eldercare system and explore if we, as a society, are prepared to support our future aging population.

We’re breaking down what is and is not in Issue 1, so you can make an informed choice this November when you head to the polls. Guests include Ohio Sen. Rob McColley and Jen Miller, Executive Director of League of Women Voters.

In Arizona and Michigan, independent commissions draw the maps, but the process hasn’t been without its bumps. In Iowa, an advisory commission drafts congressional and state boundaries but the state legislature retains final authority to implement them. Guests include: Colleen Coyle Mathis, former chair, Arizona Independent Restricting Commission; Dave Wells, research director, Grand Canyon Instit...