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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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Despite levy approvals, hard choices ahead for Cleveland and Akron | Reporters Roundtable
On Election Day, voters in Cleveland overwhelmingly approved a new 10-year, 8.6 mill levy to fund operations. The issue also included a renewal of an expiring…
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Nurses, software developers, welders among top in-demand jobs in Northeast Ohio by 2030
TeamNEO lays out the state of the workforce, and projects some of the growing job trends in its newest report.
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Cleveland Clinic doctor discusses advancements in treatment, detection of lung cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. The organization estimates that more than…
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Cleveland mother and a psychiatrist discuss postpartum psychosis, maternal mental health
According to University Hospitals, postpartum psychosis According to University Hospitals, postpartum psychosis is rare, occurring in approximately one to two…
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10 years after the shooting death of Tamir Rice, the fight for police reform continues
We'll discuss police reform efforts in the city of Cleveland since Rice's death, and how communities of color continue to fight for change.
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Ohio Senate sends ‘bathroom bill’ to Gov. DeWine | Reporters Roundtable
A bill that would require transgender students to use bathrooms that correspond to their assigned sex at birth is on its way to Gov. Mike DeWine. It's one of…
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How could plan to close U.S. Dept. of Education impact Ohio?
We'll talk to a national education writer and the head of Ohio's largest teachers union about President-elect Donald Trump's campaign promises regarding…
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NEO organizations prepare for potential mass deportations under new Trump administration
President-elect Donald Trump has promised the largest deportation in American history when he retakes the White House in January. We will talk to people…
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University Hospitals expands urgent care network across Northeast Ohio
By 2026, UH expects to have 36 urgent care centers in Cuyahoga, Portage, Medina, Lorain, Lake and Summit counties.
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LGBTQ+ individuals discuss the impact of a second Trump presidential term
President Trump will once again take office in January, and local LGBTQ+ leaders have some hesitancy on what his administration holds for them.
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Ohio turns deeper red after GOP dominates in 2024 election | Reporters Roundtable
Ohio grew an even deeper shade of red Tuesday. Republicans dominated nationally and in the Buckeye State. Despite the early voting long lines, the actual voter…
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How will the new Ohio Supreme Court supermajority impact issues like redistricting and abortion?
A local constitutional expert and political expert will discuss the election's impact on the courts statewide and nationally.
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NEO political experts discuss the results from the 2024 election
The 2024 election is now over. We'll talk about the will of the voters and how their choices will impact the political landscape as we head toward 2025.
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2024 Election Day: Northeast Ohio voters discuss what's driving them
Ideastream Public Media reporters talk to voters at polling locations across the region about what issues or races brought them to the polls.
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Data centers are big business in Ohio, but their environmental impacts are becoming a concern
The number of data centers being built in Ohio is rapidly growing, but that growth is straining resources like water, electricity, and land.
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Ohio sues for access to Homeland Security citizenship databases | Reporters Roundtable
While the counties are preparing for the election and handling early voting, Secretary of State Frank LaRose has pursued a lawsuit against the U.S. Department…
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Sound of Ideas Community Tour | Voters weigh in on who should draw Ohio's legislative maps
The panel conversation on State Issue 1 featured an advocate and opponent of the ballot measure, and was held at Oberlin College on Oct. 28, in front of a live…
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Cleveland initiative houses nearly 70 unsheltered residents in first few months
This year, the city of Cleveland worked with partners for "‘A Home for Every Neighbor" initiative to increase resources and support for those experiencing…
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Voters in Warren discuss what issues are motivating them as Election Day approaches
"A Slice of Politics" put several voters together to discuss politics at a pizza shop.
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Community calls for reform after video shows officer strike Akron Public Schools student
A recent incident in the district is under investigation by Akron police after a video showed one officer striking a 16-year-old student three times in the…
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Ohio elections officials swamped with voter registration challenges | Reporters Roundtable
Election Day is less than two weeks away. County boards of elections have their hands full, but adding to the workload is the high number of voter registration…
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Leaders divided over decision by Cleveland Browns to move to Brook Park
City of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County leaders are against the move, while the City of Brook Park mayor says it will help the region economically.
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Dr. Amy Acton and LeVar Burton discuss ethics in public health
The two participated in a recent panel discussion for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence..
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One year after Ohio passed abortion rights, the issue still drives voters
The recent BW NEO Voter Voices poll found abortion a top issue after the economy in determining how Ohioans will cast their vote for president and other down…
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Ohio economists help explain inflation and broader economy, the top issue for many voters
The recent Northeast Ohio Issues Poll from Baldwin Wallace University found that 28% of voters said the cost of groceries is the most pressing issue to the…
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Browns to leave Cleveland to pursue domed stadium in Brook Park | Reporters Roundtable
A frustrated Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb announced Thursday that the Browns have decided to move to suburban Brook Park, where they envision a complex that…
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Portage County sheriff faces another controversy, weeks after remarks about Harris supporters
Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski is facing new accusations that he used inmate labor for his reelection campaign.
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What’s on the ballot for Northeast Ohio in 2024?
We will talk about some of the specific issues, levies and races that voters will be deciding on Nov. 5. We will focus on state Issue 1 that seeks to change…
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New book explores historic and ongoing challenges contributing to racial wealth gap
The book, "Fifteen Cents on the Dollar: How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap," takes a deep look at the impact of race on financial well-being in this…
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New American Library Association head stands against increased calls for book banning
Cindy Hohl, the new ALA president, plans to focus on libraries' role in a democracy and protect access to information in her new term.
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NE Ohio voters focused on economic and cost of living issues | Reporters Roundtable
The NEO Voters Voices poll, conducted by the Community Research Institute at Baldwin Wallace University and Survey USA, surveyed 621 registered voters in 20…
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Cleveland public housing neighborhood, Woodhill Homes, is seeing fruits of major transformation project
The multi-million-dollar project has been years in the making and includes new mixed-income housing, sidewalks, parks and on-site social services.
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Ohio farmers struggling as drought persists in much of the state
Throughout much of the summer, most of Ohio's counties have been dealing with the worst drought conditions to hit the state in decades. The lack of rainfall…
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Northeast Ohio Jewish and Palestinian leaders reflect on one year since Israel-Hamas war began
Monday marked the one year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks in Israel in which 1,200 people were killed and 250 people, including women and…
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Ohio Latino voters say economy, immigration are top issues this election
As early voting starts in Ohio, ahead of two presidential town halls hosted by Univision, Latino advocacy groups discuss how their communities view the 2024…
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Cleveland looks to shut down illegal ‘street takeovers’ | Reporters Roundtable
Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection with illegal street takeovers that impacted the city last weekend. Drivers shut down streets and…
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A look inside the effort to bring professional women's soccer to Cleveland
The National Women's Soccer League said it wants to expand from 12 to 16 teams by 2026. Cleveland is one of the cities bidding for an expansion team. The…
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Northeast Ohio political experts recap and analyze the vice-presidential debate
Last night in New York, the candidates for vice president, Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota debated for the first and likely only time this…
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Northeast Ohio voting groups work to engage Gen Z in presidential election
Nonpartisan voting groups in Ohio discuss efforts to get high school and college students civically engaged and registered to vote before the deadline on Oct…
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Ohio 'mompreneurs' discuss challenges and rewards to starting a business as a parent
A recent survey said 18% of women entrepreneurs have to leave their business due to family commitments compared to 12% of men.
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Judge signs off on class-action settlement in East Palestine derailment | Reporters Roundtable
A federal judge has approved a $600 million class-action settlement in the derailment of a train carrying hazardous chemicals last year in East Palestine. The…
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Historian discusses growing politicization of teaching history in K-12, college classrooms
The head of the American Historical Association, James Grossman, will speak at CWRU Thursday, Sept. 26 about the growing number of states, including Ohio…
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How community activists and city leaders worked to keep a bank in the Buckeye neighborhood
Last month, Huntington Bank announced it would reinstate its branch on Buckeye Road in Cleveland. The bank's decision came after a concerted effort on the part…
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A look at the federal program granting Haitians temporary legal status in Ohio
The protected status program is eligible for some countries including Ukraine and Afghanistan. It was created by Congress in 1990 to prevent deportations to…
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New studies illustrate Cleveland's appetite to close Burke Lakefront Airport
The city recently released studies showing the economic impact of both closing the airport and developing it for other use.
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Portage County sheriff criticized for post on Kamala Harris supporters, immigrants | Reporters Roundtable
The Portage County sheriff on Facebook this week called undocumented immigrants "illegal human locusts" and encouraged collecting addresses of Kamala Harris…
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Dr. Amy Acton and LeVar Burton discuss ethics in public health for Cleveland symposium
The two will participate in a panel for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence on Thursday.
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Do you have a voting plan this election? Ohio voting advocate answers your questions
00:00 Jen Miller, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Ohio, answers questions about registering to vote, absentee voting, ballot drop-off boxes…
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Cleveland Clinic experts examine why men avoid going to the doctor
The Cleveland Clinic's "MENtion It" report reveals generational divides in how men access healthcare services. Generally, men are not speaking up about their…
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Lorain County’s new microtransit program aims to address mobility gaps by providing on-demand rides
The cities of Lorain and Elyria are undertaking a pilot program that customizes rides for citizens, similar to private ride share services like Uber and Lyft.
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Governor sends resources to Springfield amid immigration influx, controversy | Reporters Roundtable
City leaders in Springfield, near Dayton, say Haitian immigrants are not eating their neighbors' pet cats, but the surging immigrant population there has…
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Northeast Ohio aims to be more welcoming to immigrants as population soars
In the midst of a national spotlight on immigration in Ohio, we'll discuss efforts to be more welcoming in the region including a new Cuyahoga County Welcome…
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NEO political experts discuss the outcome of the presidential debate
Tuesday's debate in Philadelphia may be the only chance voters have to see Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump together. It remains…
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Northeast Ohio experts share storm preparedness tips, discuss power grid reliability
The August tornadoes shook Northeast Ohio. We'll discuss how to prepare for the next extreme weather event.
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Cleveland's music scene seeks growth through census findings and potential state legislation
Data from the Cleveland Music Census is being used to shore up financial assistance for local artists and venues, as well as a new music task force in Cuyahoga…
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Ohio Secretary of State orders limits on use of ballot drop boxes | Reporters Roundtable
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has directed county boards of election to limit how voters can use ballot drop boxes in this fall's election. LaRose's…
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City of Cleveland launches 5-year initiative that aims to improve pedestrian safety
Crashes involving bicyclists and pedestrians are on the rise in Cleveland. A new city mobility plan hopes to address citizen safety concerns and improve…
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A battle is brewing over control of Ohio's teachers pension fund
We'll discuss the controversy over the State Teachers Retirement System with billions of educators' retirement dollars on the line.
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Many Ohio abortion clinics remove 24-hour waiting period | Reporters Roundtable
A Franklin County judge recently ruled that the reproductive rights amendment makes the waiting period unconstitutional.
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In the midst of a divisive year, one program at Kent State is teaching students to be mediators
The School of Peace and Conflict program takes a proactive approach to difficult topics, through open dialogue that they hope fosters understanding among their…