Best Ideastream Public Media Podcasts (2024)

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Some property owners in Northeast Ohio are seeing home values jump more than 30% 52:34

1h ago52:34

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The first major home appraisal since the pandemic found property values increasing in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain and Geauga counties. What does that mean for taxes?By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio and state leaders react to President Biden dropping out of the race 52:58

3h ago52:58

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After weeks of growing pressure, President Biden suspended his reelection campaign and endorsed his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris.By Ideastream Public Media

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Federal audit calls for CHMA to improve inspections for lead | Reporters Roundtable 51:42

3h ago51:42

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A recent report from the Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development found shortcomings on the part of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority. The story begins this week's discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable.By Ideastream Public Media

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Ohio Senator JD Vance makes his first speech as Trump's VP pick at Republican National Convention 50:03

2h ago50:03

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Vance's speech came on the penultimate day of the RNC, held in Milwaukee.By Ideastream Public Media

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Can Americans find their way back to civility in politics? 50:37

40m ago50:37

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After an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania last weekend, there have been calls to lower the rancor in our national political discourse. But deep divisions remain between Americans along political and other socio-economic lines, so how can we find a way back to civility? We will talk abou…

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Leaders of Cleveland Metroparks discuss park investments and new projects 50:58

1h ago50:58

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The Cleveland Metroparks was recently awarded a $19.5 million federal grant, which will help pay for several trails on the city's southeast side.By Ideastream Public Media

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New executive overseeing West Side Market lays out improvement plan 48:46

3h ago48:46

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Rosemary Mudry, the head of the West Side Market's non-profit arm, discussed changes to the beloved institution at a City Club of Cleveland forum.By Ideastream Public Media

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Reappraisal shows home value increases across Cuyahoga County | Reporters Roundtable 51:58

1d ago51:58

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A six-year, state-mandated reappraisal of Cuyahoga County homes shows significant increases in value, an average of 32%. What will that mean for property tax bills?By Ideastream Public Media

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Recent Supreme Court decision could impact penalties for unhoused individuals in Ohio 51:59

6d ago51:59

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In June, the United States Supreme Court ruled that local municipalities can make it a criminal offense for a person to sleep or camp in a public place.By Ideastream Public Media

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What comes next for two amendment issue campaigns in Ohio? 50:37

3d ago50:37

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Last week, the group behind an anti-gerrymandering amendment proposal submitted nearly double to petition signatures required to make the November ballot. But a measure proposing an amendment to raise Ohio’s minimum wage to $15 dollars per hour faltered.By Ideastream Public Media

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City of Cleveland dedicates millions to invest in 'middle neighborhoods' 51:22

4d ago51:22

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Cleveland Neighborhood Progress is coordinating with the City of Cleveland to invest millions of ARPA dollars into specific areas.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland-area clinical psychologist advised on new Pixar film ‘Inside Out 2’ 47:04

5d ago47:04

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The filmmakers turned to Dr. Lisa Damour when making the sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out.” The movies deal with the emotional life of Riley Andersen who is now 13.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland mourns death of officer after deadly holiday shooting | Reporters Roundtable 51:26

8d ago51:26

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The holiday began on a somber note for the men and women of Cleveland's police. An officer died after being shot while trying to take into custody a man wanted in connection with a felonious assault in a local suburb. The shooting happened near East 80th Street just after 1 a.m. on July 4, police said.…

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Education experts explore the impact of expanded private vouchers in Ohio 51:50

10d ago51:50

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Ohio recently expanded the income eligibility for its EdChoice private voucher program. The voucher program is now the subject of a lawsuit challenging its constitutionality.By Ideastream Public Media

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Case Western Reserve University legal scholars discuss historic presidential immunity ruling 52:23

14d ago52:23

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The 6-3 Supreme Court ruling likely ends any probability that former President Donald Trump will be tried before the November election in his federal election interference case.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland's Buckeye-Woodhill residents are revitalizing the neighborhood, one street at a time 51:20

12d ago51:20

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With help from community organizations and faith leaders, more than 70 blighted homes have been removed, and new homes have been built.By Ideastream Public Media

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Ohio Lawmakers pass flurry of bills in marathon session before summer recess | Reporter's Roundtable 51:00

15d ago51:00

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Thursday night, the first presidential debate was held between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.By Ideastream Public Media

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Will the first 2024 presidential debate between Biden and Trump change the mind of Ohio voters? 51:28

16d ago51:28

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The debate will be moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash in Atlanta, where there will be no live audience, and new rules to limit interruptions.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland Clinic expert weighs in on surgeon general’s call for social media warning labels 51:13

17d ago51:13

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The surgeon general of the United States says he's concerned about young people using social media and the potential dangers to their health.By Ideastream Public Media

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New to the job, Akron Police Chief Brian Harding has already faced major challenges 51:01

18d ago51:01

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A week into his official tenure, the city of Akron experienced a tragic shooting that took the life of one person and injured 27 others.By Ideastream Public Media

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Looking for an escape this summer? Northeast Ohio book lovers curate a 2024 Summer Reading List 52:32

19d ago52:32

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Experts including local librarians and bookshop owners discuss the best books to bring on summer vacation.By Ideastream Public Media

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Heat advisory extended as record and near-record temps continue | Reporters Roundtable 52:32

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The National Weather Service says it will take longer for the current heat wave to break. A heat advisory has been extended through Saturday night. The story tops this week's discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable. We will also discuss the reopening of Cleveland City Hall after a ransomware attack and a push to put cameras in the state's re…

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More Black Americans are going vegan in part to combat heart disease 51:10

23d ago51:10

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According to Pew Research Center, 8% of Black Americans are vegans or vegetarians, compared to just 3% of the general population.By Ideastream Public Media

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As Northeast Ohio faces population loss, young professionals share what is enticing them to stay 52:04

25d ago52:04

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A massive retirement wave is on the horizon, according to economists. This is expected to further the U.S. talent shortage.By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio organizations mark Juneteenth holiday with arts celebration 51:47

26d ago51:47

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Literary Cleveland and ThirdSpace Action Lab are teaming up for a poetry-centered event as a way to celebrate Juneteenth.By Ideastream Public Media

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Questions remain over week of Cleveland City Hall closures amid cyber threat | Reporters Roundtable 51:41

29d ago51:41

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City officials have made assurances that tech experts are on the case, but lack details about the cause or consequences of the threat.By Ideastream Public Media

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Ohio's deadliest tornado tore through Lorain and Sandusky 100 years ago this month 33:48

1M ago33:48

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A meteorologist discusses how warning technology has improved since the deadly Lorain-Sandusky tornado of 1924.By Ideastream Public Media

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Longtime leader of Northeast Ohio Hispanic nonprofit is stepping down 51:25

1M ago51:25

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Victor Ruiz is leaving Esperanza, which provides mentoring to youth in the community, after 15 years on the job.By Ideastream Public Media

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New Ohio law expands foreign money ban to state ballot issues 52:04

1M ago52:04

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Republicans say the law will deter foreign influence, but Democrats say it is targeting progressive ballot campaigns like redistricting reform.By Ideastream Public Media

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Have a history of cancer in your family? Doctors recommend genetic testing 51:47

1M ago51:47

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A blood test can screen for dozens of genes linked to certain types of cancer. One Cleveland woman says genetic testing may save her daughters' lives.By Ideastream Public Media

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Akron Police search for suspects and motive in mass shooting | Reporters Roundtable 51:43

1M ago51:43

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Prayer vigils are being held and mental health support services are being mobilized to help an Akron neighborhood following a mass shooting last weekend during a party.By Ideastream Public Media

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Sharing veterans' stories is important 80 years after D-Day, as few WWII vets survive 51:38

1M ago51:38

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On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France we share veteran's stories, talk about the importance of D-Day, and hear about how Northeast Ohio is home to one of the largest D-Day reenactments in the world.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park forms international bond with UK ‘Sister Park’ 51:38

1M ago51:38

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Dartmoor National Park, in the southwest part of the United Kingdom, is forming a five-year-long partnership with Cuyahoga Valley National Park.By Ideastream Public Media

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Will the historic conviction of former President Donald Trump impact the conservative vote in Ohio? 51:29

1M ago51:29

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Ohio elected leaders are standing by the presumptive Republican presidential nominee.By Ideastream Public Media

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Jury convicts former President Donald Trump on 34 felony counts | Reporters Roundtable 52:35

1M ago52:35

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The history-making verdict makes Trump the first former American president to be convicted of a felony in the nation’s history. A judge set sentencing for July 11.By Ideastream Public Media

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What does Gen Z think about politics, climate change and more? We asked Northeast Ohio high schoolers 52:07

1M ago52:07

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Gen Z is the first generation to grow up entirely in the digital age, and many identify as politically independent.By Ideastream Public Media

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70 years after landmark decision, Brown v. Board still resonates with those impacted 52:00

2M ago52:00

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This month marked 70 years since the landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court in the case of Brown v. Board of Education. The court ruled the policy of “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.By Ideastream Public Media

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Governor DeWine orders state lawmakers back to Columbus | Reporters Roundtable 51:34

2M ago51:34

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For the first time in 20 years, an Ohio governor has ordered a special session of the legislature. The governor wants lawmakers to consider three pieces of legislation in the special session set for next week, including a fix to ensure President Joe Biden appears on the November ballot.By Ideastream Public Media

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Public health officials continue push for a ban on menthol cigarettes 51:28

2M ago51:28

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Federal, state and municipal governments, particularly here in Ohio, have gone back and forth on whether to ban menthol cigarettesBy Ideastream Public Media

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Ohio moving forward with bids to frack under public lands including state parks 51:53

2M ago51:53

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A recently approved state law has helped spur the opening of Ohio's public lands, including its parks to fracking.By Ideastream Public Media

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How will Cleveland's Universal Basic Employment pilot program address poverty? 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Cleveland City Council recently approved a pilot program guaranteeing employment for some Cleveland residents.By Ideastream Public Media

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How wealth and power has shaped Naortheast Ohio was discussed at the latest Community Tour 49:31

2M ago49:31

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The "Sound of Ideas Community Tour" held an event at The Cleveland History Center and discussed the intersection of wealth and power in our region.By Ideastream Public Media

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Euclid officer’s death leads to grief and concerns about current climate for police | Reporters Roundtable 51:56

2M ago51:56

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As the community mourns the shooting death of Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin, police are being candid about the danger they face every day and the increasing difficulty getting recruits who want to do the work.By Ideastream Public Media

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As school districts seek support from tax levies, voters are feeling 'levy fatigue' 51:09

2M ago51:09

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Ohio's school funding model is complex, relying in part on property taxes. Some districts say a state law is limiting funding opportunities.By Ideastream Public Media

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‘Enrollment cliff’ creating financial pressures for colleges and universities 51:15

2M ago51:15

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Colleges and universities are struggling financially and one of the factors often cited is due to a "demographic or enrollment cliff." We discuss what that means for higher education. Later, we talk to a South Euclid City Council member about the efforts to save Notre Dame College Plus, we hear from Vinton Cerf, one of the "fathers of the internet.…

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Cleveland Browns plans reignites debate over public support for sports stadiums 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Both the Browns and the Cleveland Guardians have recently requested public funding for stadium improvement plans, spurring debate over the value to the taxpayer.By Ideastream Public Media

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Ideastream Public Media documentary follows an Akron school's efforts to address inequities 50:11

2M ago50:11

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"You are Welcome" discusses what makes a positive school climate with students and educators at Ellet Community Learning Center.By Ideastream Public Media

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Contractor paints over pro-Palestinian protester on CWRU campus | Reporters Roundtable 50:05

2M ago50:05

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The president of the university has offered an apology and promised a full investigation of the incident. We discuss the incident and the end of the protest encampment and the rest of the week's news on the Reporters Roundtable.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cavs CEO says NBA playoffs run is helping Downtown Cleveland businesses 50:50

2M ago50:50

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The Cavs face the Boston Celtics for Game 2 Thursday night in the second round of the NBA playoffs, after winning their first series without LeBron James since 1993.By Ideastream Public Media

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