WTOL 11 Leading Edge

Memorial Day weekend is here. The start of summer, but when it comes to travel and tourism, are we back to pre-pandemic levels? Lance Woodworth, President and CEO of Destination Toledo answers that question and more. Sara Swisher, from EPIC Toledo and the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, talks about retaining talent in the Toledo area for area businesses.

There's a new man in charge of the University of Toledo’s athletic program, Bryan Blair, and Jerry speaks to the new Executive Director of The Ability Center. 

Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz talks about the city’s plans for the federal funds Toledo got from the American Rescue plan. Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz talks about the city’s gun violence problem. Lake Township Police Department Chief Mark Hummer talks about policing in small communities.

Bowling Green State University associate professor of political science Dr. Nicole Georgette Kalaf-Hughes discusses the influence of Donald Trump over Republican Party voters. Also, Associate Director of Ohio Common Cause discusses the continuing saga of redistricting in Ohio.

Theresa Gavarone is running to be the Republican candidate for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District this fall and a chance to oust Democrat Marcy Kaptur from a seat Kaptur has held for decades. Lucas County Sheriff Mike Navarre and Springfield Twp. Trustee Andy Glenn talk about Issue 5.

Communications Director for the Ohio Republican Party Dan Luschek talks about Republican primary in Ohio. State Representative Lisa Sobecki (D) is challenging fellow Democrat Gary Byers for a seat on the Lucas County Commissioners. Lucas County Commissioner Democrat Gary Byers is facing a challenge for his seat from fellow Democrat Lisa Sobecki.

Ohio State Senator Matt Dolan talks about his campaign to be the Republican candidate for U.S. Senator in Ohio in the fall. Also, Former Cincinnati Mayor John Crandley and Toledo State Senator Theresa Fedor talk about their campaign for the Democratic nomination.

Deidra Lashley, Executive Director at Toledo's Bethany House, talks about the link between domestic violence and murder. Also, the voice of the Mud Hens, Jim Weber, talks about his hall-of-fame career. 

John Mangas, President of Ohio Realtors talks about the hot housing market and where it’s headed from here. Also, Eric Ibsen from the Toledo Mud Hens talks about the excitement for the new season.

Greg Dempsey, Asst. Principal, AD, football coach at Central Catholic talks about what’s next, athletically, for Toledo’s Catholic high schools. Also, reporter Susan Tebben talks redistricting and JoJuan Armour talks gun violence.

JoJuan Armour, former director of Toledo's, Gun Violence Reduction program talks about what kind of impact the program had under his leadership. Also, Kathleen Krueger CEO of AAA HealthConnect, talks about the new partnership between AAA and ProMedica.

Abena Rowlands talks about going back to school thanks to a generous gift from a benefactor, Pete Kadens, her life after the death of her husband and son and the hope she continues to have. Also, Jen Miller, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Ohio discusses the latest redistricting maps.

Toledo City Councilperson Nick Komives talks about the Ohio Redistricting Commission's ill-fated maps as well as critical race theory. Also, London Mitchell talks about his career in radio.

UT President Dr. Gregory Postel talks about new money UTMC has received from the federal government, Toledo's new athletic director, and the role of research at the university. Also, Scott Hayes with Acoustics for Autism talks about the popular music festival.

Fake News. How serious an issue is fake news? Today's guests include BGSU Assistant Professor Dr. Christy Galletta Horner and Radio Newscaster London Mitchell. 

February 13, 2022: Would be state lawmakers submitted their paperwork to represent citizens. Guests include Dr. Michele Grim, Ph. D and Joshua Williams 

February 6, 2022: Two pioneering women. The new Chief  of Toledo’s Fire and Rescue Department, and the co-chair of the Ukraine Caucus, who just happens to be the longest serving member of The House of Representatives. Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, and Allison Armstrong, Chief of Toledo Fire and Rescue.

Majority Republicans come up with a new plan to redraw the congressional districts in Ohio.  The new plan has Zero bipartisan bye-in. Also, coach Larry Tuttle a coach that has won 1.332 game, the most in Michigan High School history.  Candidate For Ohio House Jim Obergefell  Former Blissfield Baseball Coach Larry Tuttle  

January 23, 2022: The Ohio Supreme Court rules that the legislative maps are illegal nd are Gerrymandered. Also, Former University of Toledo Rocket, and College Football Hall of Fame member, Chuck Ealey 

Promedica becomes Title sponsor of the U.S. Women's Open in Toledo. Supreme Court rules to end Gerrymandering. Guests Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Nan Whaley and Promedica CEO Randy Oostra

A lawsuit has been filed against the school voucher program, and the two leading candidates for governor have named their running mates. Guests include Teresa Fedor, John Cranley and Jim Witt Governor candidate John Cranley and Lt. Governor candidate State Senator Teresa Fedor. Superintendent of Lake Local Schools Jim Witt

Happy New Year! Jerry has Rob Ludeman , Dr. Cecelia Adams and John Hobbs, III on the show, as theyfinish out their careers as public servants As well as John Hobbs, III from Toledo City Counci

December 26, 2021: Hopes for a brand new vaccine one year ago, thousands sidelined from their jobs, and now local government is just flush with cash!  Help house veterans with Veterans Matter. Guests include Gary Byers, Denny Schaffer and Shawn Clark Lucas County Commissioner Gary Byers, Longtime radio host Denny Schaffer and Shawn Clark from Veterans Matter 

The race to be Ohio Governor . Line 5, a Fossil Fuel Line running all the way to Toledo. Guests include John Cranley , Mayor of Cincinnati , and Scott Hayes, Toledo Refining

All aboard the train to Columbus. Would a licensing fee fix some of the issues with the seedy convince stores popping up in town. Guests include Theresa Morris, Toledo City Council Member and Jake Zuckerman from Ohio Capital Journa