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Sound of Ideas
"Sound of Ideas" is Ideastream Public Media's daily flagship public affairs program focusing on Northeast Ohio.
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Northeast Ohio gardeners answer questions as spring turns to summer
Ask a Gardener Temperatures have topped out in the upper 80s this week, and with that many have begun spending more time outside in their gardens. But how…
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Cleveland's West Side Market is transforming with $70 million project
West Side Market updates Cleveland's historic, 114-year-old West Side Market has been undergoing major change in recent years. First, it went through…
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New graduates look ahead, get career advice from mentors
The Class of 2025 was the largest graduating class in U.S. history, as more than 3.8 million high school seniors and 2.1 million college seniors walked across…
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Cleveland’s Midline project looks to revitalize East Side, create jobs | Reporters Roundtable
Can hundreds of acres of abandoned industrial land on a neglected section of Cleveland's East Side become an economic engine, providing accessible jobs where…
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New federal rules complicate Ohio's marijuana landscape | Law of The Land
"Law of the Land: Changes for Marijuana" Since 1996, when California became the first state to legalize medical marijuana, there's existed a complicated legal…
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Ready for a summer tan? First, look out for these signs of skin cancer
Skin cancer prevention methods As we head into the warmer months, more of us are spending time outdoors — whether it's at the pool, on a hike or simply walking…
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Pain at the pump? Bike advocates say pedal to work
Northeast Ohio's Bike Culture National Bike Week happens to fall at a time when many people are paying close to $5 per gallon at the gas pump. Perhaps that's a…
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Parents build their own villages to combat isolation in Northeast Ohio
They say it takes a village to raise a child, but for parents who don't already have a built-in community, it can be an isolating experience. New parenthood…
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost joins Christian legal advocacy group | Reporters Roundtable
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost will not finish his term through the end of this year. Instead, he is joining the Alliance Defending Freedom as vice president…
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Rising fuel costs are turning travel plans into travel woes
Travel Woes The price of gas in the US has seen a 50% increase since the war in Iran began back in March, with the national average sitting around $4.53/gal…
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost joins Christian legal advocacy group | Reporters Roundtable
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost will not finish his term through the end of this year. Instead, he is joining the Alliance Defending Freedom as vice president…
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Analysis: Midterm election takes shape following Ohio Primary vote
Ohio Primary results The pivotal midterm elections have snapped into focus after the conclusion of the largely predictable results in the Ohio primary. Voters…
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'Stripped for Parts' documentary examines local journalism decline
Why is local journalism on the decline and what can be done about it? Local journalism is on the decline across the country. Recent analysis by the…
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Browns hold groundbreaking ceremony for new stadium | Reporters Roundtable
The Browns officially broke ground on a new Brook Park football complex this week. The event drew some high-profile guests, including Gov. Mike DeWine and NFL…
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Northeast Ohio's biggest book club digs into stories about food and culture
"Bite Into Books" The National Endowment for the Art's "Big Read" is an opportunity for an entire literary community to read a selected title and pair that…
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Northeast Ohio social groups combat loneliness in unconventional ways
Social groups help people find community and connection Nearly one in six people globally are lonely, and every year about 871,000 deaths are linked to…
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Doctors are changing protocol to lower risk of preeclampsia in pregnancy
Preeclampsia Awareness Rates of the serious and sometimes deadly pregnancy condition, preeclampsia, have climbed 25% over the past two decades, yet there is…
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Workers are asking for more protections among affordability, AI concerns
Concerns over affordability are top of mind for many Americans. A recent New York Times/Sienna University poll gives some context to what this means…
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Grassroots group says Ohio property tax abolishment issue may slide to 2027 | Reporters Roundtable
The grassroots group seeking to abolish Ohio’s property taxes said Thursday it is about halfway to its signature-gathering goal and acknowledged the issue may…
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As plastic waste soars despite recycling efforts, author highlights industry's role
Plastic Waste All this week for the "Sound of Ideas" Earth Week series, we've talked about things that people can do to help the environment. We've discussed…
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This Earth Day, experts look to grow, maintain Northeast Ohio’s tree canopy
Northeast Ohio experts explain how to plant trees and grow the region’s canopy Wednesday is Earth Day, and it's a chance to show appreciation for the…
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Lake Erie is ideal 'rest stop' for birds during spring migration
We'll talk to a Cleveland Metroparks "bird guru" and a nature photographer about the increase in bird watching as a hobby. And, we'll discuss how some birds…
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Severe weather slams Northeast Ohio, experts share storm preparedness tips
Since January, Northeast Ohio has experienced several thunderstorms, tornadoes, earthquakes and most recently a hailstorm that left hundreds of cars and homes…
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Students, teachers protest Cleveland Metropolitan Schools' staffing cuts | Reporters Roundtable
Despite protests from students and families, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education approved cuts affecting hundreds of teachers and…
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Michelin Guide could put Cleveland's food scene on the international map
Michelin Guide in Cleveland Next time you go to your favorite Cleveland restaurant, scan the crowd for a single diner, chewing their food in deep…
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From Phil Collins to Wu-Tang Clan, Rock Hall unveils 2026 inductees
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum announced the Class of 2026, which features many artists from the ‘80s and ‘90s.
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Two former Ohio Supreme Court justices are speaking out to protect the rule of law
"Rule of law" is the phrase describing the idea that every person, organization and government entity in the United States must follow the same laws, no matter…
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Akron releases plans for transformation of defunct innerbelt
Akron has taken another step forward in redeveloping several miles of decommissioned highway with the release of a master plan.
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Cleveland proposes new rules for short-term rentals | Reporters Roundtable
Cleveland City Council is reviving legislation aimed at placing restrictions on short-term rental properties in the city. Council members say complaints over…
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Amid backlash from Trump, Supreme Court debates birthright citizenship
The United States Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in the Trump v. Barbara case, which deals with the principle of birthright citizenship.
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Ban on ‘intoxicating’ hemp, THC beverages, receives opposition from Ohio business owners
Ohio law sees backlash from business owners As THC and CBD-infused drinks grow in popularity, especially among people looking for alternatives to alcohol…
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AquaMissions hopes to prevent drownings by teaching Cleveland students to swim
AquaMissions Every year in the United States there are over 4-thousand drowning deaths, making it the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for…
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Endometriosis, PCOS in women often goes undiagnosed for years
Women's Hormonal Health Endometriosis can be a painful and sometimes debilitating chronic disease in which tissue from the uterine lining grows outside of the…
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Jury unable to reach verdict against two former FirstEnergy executives | Reporters Roundtable
Summit County Judge Susan Baker Ross declared a mistrial in the state bribery case against two former FirstEnergy executives after a jury failed to reach a…
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Experts answer Ohio primary questions and how the SAVE Act may impact voting access
Early voting for the May primary and the SAVE Act The Ohio Primary will be decided May 5 when voters choose the party candidates for a number of races…
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Iranian Americans in Northeast Ohio grapple with Middle East war from afar
Northeast Ohio Iranian community members react to ongoing war, talks of a ceasefire The war in Iran began just over a month ago, when airstrikes launched by…
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How Ohio is failing to stop drug smuggling and overdose deaths in state prisons
How Ohio is failing to stop drug smuggling and overdose deaths in state prisons Drug-related prison rule violations doubled in Ohio, from 2020 to 2024. It's a…
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Two concepts unveiled for Burke Lakefront's potential redevelopment | Reporters Roundtable
Preliminary ideas were released this week by the North Coast Waterfront Development Corp. outlining possible uses for Burke Lakefront Airport if it is…
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Female anger boils over in Cleveland photographer's 'rage project'
Cleveland photographer captures women expressing rage in public Many psychological studies have shown that when men outwardly express anger, it's generally…
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How to become a foster parent in Northeast Ohio to address the growing need
Foster parents needed in Cuyahoga, Summit Counties There are more than 14,000 children currently in foster care across Ohio, down from a record high of 17,000…
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Assessing Trump's Board of Peace in wake of US-Iran war| Talking Foreign Policy
On Jan. 22, the Trump Administration held a ceremony to launch the Board of Peace, a new international organization designed to implement peace in Gaza and…
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Netflix's 'Age of Attraction,' 'Love Is Blind' participants from Canton and Cleveland talk TV dating
Canton native seeks to find out if a relationship with a younger man can work for her on Netflix's age-based dating show, "Age of Attraction" When it comes to…
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Meteor captures attention across Northeast Ohio | Reporters Roundtable
Northeast Ohioans got an unexpected free show in the sky this week when a meteor streaked across the region and broke up over Medina County. According to NASA…
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Protein popcorn, cereal and martinis? Nutrition experts say this latest diet fad may be misguided
Protein in Diet If you've been to the grocery store lately, it is hard to miss the new diet fad — protein. It is being added to everything from milk to ramen…
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Don’t wait: Why experts say estate planning should start much earlier
How to write a will We all know it's something we should do — but it's easy to put off. For many adults, estate planning, especially writing a will, gets…
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Faith leaders guide residents through difficult conversations in effort to build community
Two pastors, one in Canton and one in Cleveland, lead individual groups through a series of community discussion groups on hard topics from white privilege to…
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'Turn on, tune in, drop out.' Underground newspapers gave '60s counterculture youth a voice
The late 1960s saw an explosion of student-run, underground newspapers, including a slew of them in Northeast Ohio.
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Residents push back on development projects large and small in Northeast Ohio | Reporters Roundtable
Residents are mounting opposition to projects big and small in communities across Northeast Ohio, from a data center to a service garage. Will the developments…
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Northeast Ohio movie lovers discuss 2025’s best films, Oscars predictions
The 2026 Oscars The 98th Academy Awards are this Sunday. Conan O’Brien returns as host for a second-annual ceremony, and this year's Oscars could break…
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Middle East war, rising oil prices increase uncertainty for summer travelers
Tips for travelers making spring, summer plans With spring break here and the peak summer travel season approaching, a whopping 90% or more of Americans say…
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Mayor Bibb says homicide investigation has ‘shocked’ city | Reporters Roundtable
A 28-year-old mother was charged late Thursday in the aggravated murders of her daughters. Cleveland police found the remains of the children inside two…
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Akron’s first-ever civic assembly gives residents power to address housing issues
Akron Civic Assembly to propose housing solutions to city officials Monday on the "Sound of Ideas," we'll discuss a new effort to tackle housing challenges in…
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Younger people are increasingly victims of online scams due to AI technology
Protecting yourself from scams The Ohio Department of Commerce estimates that Ohioans collectively lose $150 million to scammers. Last year, in Cuyahoga County…
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US, Israeli war on Iran widens in Middle East
U.S. and Israeli war on Iran continues The U.S. is now four days into its war against Iran, jointly with the Israeli military, and without congressional…
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What guard rails are journalists putting in place regarding AI use?
AI and the future of journalism In February, "Ideastream Explores: Artificial Intelligence" covered the myriad ways AI is rapidly evolving and changing our…
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Cleveland survey seeks public input on lakefront land usage | Reporters Roundtable
The city of Cleveland and the North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation this week opened an online survey to get public input on how to use Burke…
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Team NEO projects 3,000 new jobs regionally, despite economic headwinds
Team NEO 2025 Performance & Impact Annual Report The headline numbers from Team NEO's new 2025 jobs report include nearly 3,000 new jobs, more than $450…
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President says US is ‘back’ and scolds Democrats: State of the Union analysis
How did the State of the Union play in Northeast Ohio? "Our nation is back," that was the topline message from President Donald Trump in his marathon and at…
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Cleveland police, community leadership react to decision to end decade-long consent decree
We'll discuss the city and U.S. Department of Justice's decision to seek an end to the 11-year police consent decree. While police and city officials believe…
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Sound of Ideas Community Tour | Ideastream explores artificial intelligence
The "Sound of Ideas" spoke with AI experts and took audience questions during a live event at the Ideacenter.