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What can Columbus Blue Jackets fans expect in the upcoming season? Aug 27, 2026

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Columbus Blue Jackets fans are nothing if not loyal.

They've rolled with many punches over the years, but it's been a summer of discontent for local hockey lovers. Firings, team shakeups and trade rumors have rattled, well, pretty much everyone who cares about the team.

With training camp just around the corner, can the team end a six-season playoff drought?

We are talking all things Blue Jackets on this hour of All Sides.

Guests:

Aaron Portzline, senior reporter, The Athletic
Todd Sharrock, vice president of communications, Columbus Blue Jackets
Jody Shelley, TV color analyst/former Blue Jackets forward

photo: Jay LaPrete / AP

Book highlights the history of Black police officers in America Aug 26, 2026

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The Black Lives Matter movement was monumental in calling out police brutality in our nation. It brought to light countless gruesome stories of victims and officers who dodged accountability.

But the police force has had a long history of brutality against the Black community, even Black police officers.

To fight back against the discrimination they faced, Cleveland police officers began the Shield Club, an organization representing Black officers. For decades, the group tried to bring reforms to the police system. Sometimes the efforts were fruitful, but many times, a lost cause.

How did Black police officers reconcile working for the same system that they felt put their own community at risk? And can you really fix a system from within?

Journalist Wilbert L. Cooper uncovers the story of being a Black cop in America in his recent book The Black Shield.

He shares the stories of his own family members, who were almost all police officers, and shares the history of one of the country’s oldest Black policing organizations.

Guest:

Wilbert L. Cooper, journalist, The Marshall Project/author, The Black Shield

photo: The Black Shield Police Association / facebook

Does Columbus' lack of identity impact people's view of the city? Aug 26, 2026

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The phrase, "It's a nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there," sums up some people's feelings about the “downtown” of a city.

According to a national study, city leaders' efforts to bring people back downtown have a long way to go.

The most recent nationwide City Pulse survey found that nearly 75% of city residents say their central business districts offer a great experience but fewer than half visit weekly.

This statistic applies to Columbus as well. Columbus is the fastest growing city in the Midwest, but the survey found that the city lacks an identity.

On this hour of All Sides, we’re talking about what it takes to turn around some of those views.

How are leaders working to promote Columbus and what is the city’s identity?

Guests:

Sheryl Schulze, managing director, Gensler Columbus
Brian Ross, president & CEO, Experience Columbus
Brian Kemp, real estate agent, Keller Williams

Tech Tuesday: Ohio State researchers want your baby teeth and toenail clippings Aug 25, 2026

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Ohio State University researchers want your baby teeth and toenail clippings, but the reason why is not what you may think.

Oilfield brine is a byproduct of oil and gas development and is used in some Ohio townships for ice melting and dust control on roadways.

Researchers want to know more about the health effects of this brine, and they can figure that out with the help of your baby teeth, toenail clippings, and soil samples.

We'll also discuss what technology meteorologists use to predict the weather and how reliable it is. Finally, Russell Holly is back to talk about his time at Disney’s big event – D23.

Guests:

Arbor Quist, assistant professor of epidemiology at Ohio State University
Ben Gelber, meteorologist for NBC4
Russell Holly, director of commerce content for CNET

Flock camera automated license plate recognition technology raises privacy concerns Aug 25, 2026

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We are being surveyed constantly. Propped up on hundreds of telephone poles, stop signs, and rods are automated license plate recognition technologies.

There are many types of surveillance technology, but Flock Safety is one making news as people in Columbus and across the country react to their use. These small devices capture license plate information, as well as bumper stickers and other items on your car.

In theory, they are meant to track cars after a crime has been committed, to find missing people, and to be a tool for law enforcement.

But, in recent months, this is not what has happened. Individuals have abused this technology. People are concerned about their privacy and how data from these are stored. And for some people, their safety has been compromised by these devices.

Guests:

Katie Geniusz, reporter with WOSU
Emmanuel V. Remy, Columbus City Councilmember and chair of Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee
Drew Harwell, technology reporter for The Washington Post

Celebrating the music of Columbus' South Side Aug 24, 2026

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An upcoming musical event on September 1, Southern Oracles, will celebrate the South Side, an area of Columbus that is historically and artistically rich, vibrant and diverse.

Through music and poetry, artists will pay tribute to beloved spots – from Boyd's Barbershop to Golden Donuts to Mae's Market.

Guests:

Scott Woods, poet, writer, author
Jason Rawls, musician, DJ, and assistant professor of hip hop at Ohio State University
Trek Manifest, musical artist and rapper

Weekly reporter roundtable: Hardin challenges Ginther in Columbus mayor's race Aug 24, 2026

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Columbus now has a contested race for mayor. City council president Shannon Hardin, tired of waiting his turn, wants to deny Mayor Andrew Ginther a fourth term.

Politically speaking – the gloves are coming off.

We're talking with Shannon Hardin about why now, his vision for the city, and whether this is really a good move for Columbus Democrats?

In other political news, Columbus City Council is considering changes to they way they are election, a Republican caucus memo warns that the data center issue could derail congressional candidates like U.S. Senator Jon Husted?

We'll discuss this and more on our Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.

Guests:

Shannon Hardin, Columbus City Council President and candidate for mayor in 2027
Mark Ferenchik, news director, WOSU Public Media
Megan Henry, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal
Shane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service

All Sides Weekend: Arts & Culture Aug 21, 2026

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Central Ohio students are headed back to class and that's a sure sign that summer is winding down. Despite the approaching change from summer into fall, the heat remains high among Columbus' creative community.

Join host All Sides Weekend Host Christopher Purdy and his guests for a preview of arts and cultural events in and around the Columbus area.

Included among this week's topics is a preview of the upcoming Columbus Comedy Festival.

Host:

Christopher Purdy, All Sides Weekend and Classical 101 morning host

Guests:

Karen Peeler, professor emerita, Ohio State University, Older Wiser Lifelong Scholars (OWLS) program
Walker Evans, founder, Columbus Underground/Columbus Comedy Festival sponsor
Alicia Hui, violinist, Columbus Symphony/director of community engagement, VIVO Music Festival

Fascinating Ohio: a soccer fundraiser, clean water advocate and art educator Aug 20, 2026

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Sports are a great equalizer: no one can cheat determination, teamwork and practice.

The Final Third Foundation’s mission is to give all kids an equal playing field (or pitch) both literally and figuratively.

Access to clean water can often be taken for granted. The clean water problem is oceanic, but Design Outreach is making waves to solve it.

Some people believe that art is for the select few, and that in order for art to be good, it must be highbrow. Pam Kravetz has made it her career goal as an artist and art educator to bring people together through art.

These topics are all part of this week's edition of Fascinating Ohio.

Guests:

Ben Levey, founder and director, The Final Third Foundation
Dr. Greg Bixler, co-founder/CEO, Design Outreach
Pam Kravetz, artist/educator/board member of the Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center

What's behind Buc-ee's mascot beef with another Ohio convenience store? Aug 20, 2026

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Beware the beaver! Behind the smiling face of the cartoon beaver in the red baseball cap could be a rodent of ruthless ambition.

Buc-ee's convenience stores, known for their clean restrooms, brisket and fueling stations, are suing a small Ohio corner store in Beavercreek over their mascot.

From trademark legalities to corporate reputation, we're talking about the Ohio battle of the beavers.

Guests:

David Ferrara, breaking news reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer
Mark Bartholomew, trademark expert/professor of law, University of Buffalo
Brian Hipsher, senior lecturer, Fisher College of Business, Ohio State University

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