Best Columbus Dispatch Podcasts (2025)

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From the editor: Looking back at what’s happened in Columbus since George Floyd's murder 21:03

2d ago21:03

21:03

Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin to reflect on the five years since the George Floyd protests. During this interview, we discuss what has changed with policing since Floyd died in 2020 and what kind of impact this has had on Columbus.…

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Offseason roster updates 38:47

5h ago38:47

38:47

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about the latest roster updates on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss how freshman guard Dorian Jones will not play at Ohio State in the 2025-26 season and mention how the Buckeyes have landed commitments from Mathieu Grujicic and Myles…

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Do the Crew need to buy a striker? Who’s next to be enshrined into the Circle of Honor? 36:45

4d ago36:45

36:45

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace talks with special guest Morgan Hughes on the latest episode of the Columbus Crew Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we answer two key questions regarding the team right now and speculate on where things go from here.By Gannett

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Talking off-season with Ryan Pedon 50:47

14d ago50:47

50:47

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks to Ryan Pedon, former Ohio State assistant coach and head coach for Illinois State men’s basketball, on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. Pedon also talks about how things are going during the off-season and also how his passion for basketball developed when he was k…

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From the editor: How is climate change impacting Ohioans? Here's what comes next and what can be done 13:00

16d ago13:00

13:00

Columbus Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with Nathan Hart to discuss climate change and its impact on Ohioans. Finally, we discuss what comes next and what changes can be made.By Gannett

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It’s quiet! Where things sit with Darrion Williams 21:08

18d ago21:08

21:08

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy provides the latest news on what’s going on with Darrion Williams on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we also provide updates on how the roster is not set yet, as well as much more.By Gannett

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The Dean Evason effect 40:16

26d ago40:16

40:16

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the 2025 NHL Draft and talk about everything that happened with the Blue Jackets.By Gannett

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Ohio State lands Baylor transfer center Josh Ojianwuna 24:54

27d ago24:54

24:54

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about the latest transfer that Ohio State acquired on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition we discussed Baylor transfer center Josh Ojianwuna and what this means for the Buckeyes going forward.By Gannett

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Upcoming: Congestion 25:06

27d ago25:06

25:06

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay and photography editor Kyle Robertson on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we recap the 4-2 victory over Charlotte FC and look ahead to what’s next.By Gannett

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"Protecting Home: Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents Standoff Against Neo-Nazi Presence" Physical warfare vs Spiritual warfare Episode 5 10:49

29d ago10:49

10:49

Send us a text Let’s Explore the complex relationship between this community and its law enforcement. Residents of Lincoln Heights, Ohio, are voicing serious concerns about Hamilton County law enforcement, with some alleging agreement with neo-Nazi rhetoric. But is this simply anger, or is it rooted in a history of being disregarded? Following the …

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From the editor: Can Ohio's math problem be solved? Experts say urgency needed 16:36

1M ago16:36

16:36

Columbus Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with education reporters Sheridan Hendrix and Cole Behrens to discuss Ohio’s math problem and whether it can be fixed in the state's education system.By Gannett

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Reflections on Ohio State's historic NFL draft class 30:31

1M ago30:31

30:31

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman and Bill Rabinowitz speak with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we break down what happened with Ohio State’s 14 players who were selected in the NFL Draft and discuss what this means for the Buckeyes going forward.…

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Rob Dauster joins the podcast to talk Ohio State hoops 32:38

1M ago32:38

32:38

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy speaks with special guest Rob Dauster on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss Ohio State basketball and get Rob’s thoughts on the team and where they fit into the college basketball landscape in the offseason.…

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"Protecting Home: Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents Standoff Against Neo-Nazi Presence" Physical warfare vs Spiritual warfare Episode 4 8:40

1M ago8:40

8:40

Send us a text Hamilton County Policing Under Scrutiny in Lincoln Heights: A History of Neglect. Why do Lincoln Heights, Ohio, residents express such strong upset with Hamilton County law enforcement, even suggesting agreement with neo-Nazi viewpoints? The answer lies in a history of perceived disregard, amplified by the 2014 disbandment of the Lin…

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Setting up for an interesting offseason 30:40

1M ago30:40

30:40

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what has happened in the offseason and what we expect to see forthcoming.By Gannett

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Get Messi 30:20

1M ago30:20

30:20

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay and photography editor Kyle Robertson on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we recap the roster moves the Crew made at the end of the transfer window and talk about the recent 1-0 loss Inter Miami.…

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What happened during the final day of the transfer portal 30:44

1M ago30:44

30:44

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks the transfer portal closing on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we talk about how Aaron Bradshaw and Sean Stewart have entered the transfer portal and what this means for the Buckeyes going forward and their roster for next season.…

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Protecting Home: Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents Standoff Against Neo-Nazi Presence" Physical warfare vs Spiritual warfare Episode 3 13:13

1M ago13:13

13:13

Send us a text Lincoln Heights Residents' Distrust of Hamilton County Law Enforcement Deepens. Residents of Lincoln Heights, Ohio, express strong dissatisfaction with Hamilton County law enforcement, with some voicing concerns about potential alignment with neo-Nazi ideologies. This sentiment isn't new, stemming from a history of alleged disregard …

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From the editor: Can $500 change lives, stem poverty? New Columbus programs test theory 13:07

1M ago13:07

13:07

Columbus Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with reporter Danae King to discuss how central Ohio uses Universal Basic Income concepts to target poverty. During this episode, we talk about how the program works in Ohio and if it's making any impact.By Gannett

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Protecting Home: Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents Standoff Against Neo-Nazi Presence Physical warfare vs Spiritual warfare 6:00

2M ago6:00

6:00

Send us a text Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents are using mostly carnal weapons to protect their home as they Standoff Against KKK, and Neo-Nazi Presence. The average person dies before 200 years of age.Therefore every event that happens in a person's or a group of people’s life cannot be considered coincidence. Why do you say that ? Because given th…

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Episode 2 Protecting Home: Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents Standoff Against Neo-Nazi Presence Physical warfare vs Spiritual warfare 8:55

2M ago8:55

8:55

Send us a text Lincoln Heights Ohio Residents are using mostly carnal weapons to protect their home as they Standoff Against KKK, and Neo-Nazi Presence. Everything that happens in a person's or a group of people’s life has a rhyme or reason. It is just up to the person or a group of people to analyze or pursue that event to make an effort as they'r…

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Blow us outta here 28:20

2M ago28:20

28:20

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Blue Jackets were eliminated from the playoffs and their hopes of making a run in the postseason. Finally, we preview their final regular-season game against…

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Home and away in Cleveland 23:38

2M ago23:38

23:38

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we discuss recent Crew news and look ahead to Saturday's upcoming match against Inter Miami.By Gannett

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Bracket challenge winner joins the podcast, offseason updates 48:48

2M ago48:48

48:48

Ohio State men’s basketball reporter Adam Jardy speaks with guest Dave, the winner of the beat the beat writer bracket challenge on the latest episode of BuckeyeXra basketball podcast. Finally, we also provide other offseason updates regarding the Buckeyes.By Gannett

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Reactions to the OSU spring game: Did it change the QB competition? 31:27

2M ago31:27

31:27

Ohio State football beat reporters Joey Kaufman and Bill Rabinowitz provide takeaways from the spring game on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we talk about whether this changed anything for the ongoing quarterback competition.By Gannett

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Previewing the spring game 27:58

2M ago27:58

27:58

Ohio State football beat reporters Bill Rabinowitz and Joey Kaufman talk about the upcoming spring game on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we discuss what we can expect to see from the Buckeyes on the field and talk about the quarterback position.By Gannett

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Breaking down Brandon Noel’s commitment to Ohio State 39:45

2M ago39:45

39:45

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about how Brandon Noel commits to Ohio State on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss what this commitment means for the Buckeyes and what impact Noel will have on this team next season.By Gannett

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Bruce Thornton likely returning to the Buckeyes, 7-foot center Christoph Tilly commits 42:18

2M ago42:18

42:18

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about the latest developments on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss how Bruce Thornton is likely returning to Ohio State for a final season and how Santa Clara transfer Christoph Tilly has committed to the Buckeyes. Finally, we hear tho…

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Hedger, Buccigross on the stretch run 44:48

2M ago44:48

44:48

Dispatch sport columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about where things currently sit with the Blue Jackets and what’s next as this regular season comes to an end. Finally, we hear from sports broadcaster John Buccigross o…

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Unbeaten through 6 23:28

2M ago23:28

23:28

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we recap everything that’s been happening with the Crew and looks ahead to what’s next for this team.By Gannett

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On Second Thought Ep. 362: Texas Coaching legend Conradt on why Texas can beat South Carolina; AD Del Conte on Sean Miller hire, future of NIL 53:33

2M ago53:33

53:33

It’s a jam packed On Second Thought podcast this week with Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte and legendary basketball coach Jody Conradt joining the Statesman’s Cedric Golden and the Houston Chronicle’s Kirk Bohls. Del Conte discusses his hire of basketball coach Sean Miller and the all-star selection of coaches he has hired to lead Texas int…

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Where Buckeyes stand halfway through spring practice 32:45

2M ago32:45

32:45

Ohio State football beat reporters Joey Kaufman and Bill Rabinowitz discuss where things sit halfway through spring practice on the latest episode of BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we break down what we’ve learned so far and predict what’s to come for the Buckeyes.By Gannett

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Down the stretch they come 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Philadelphia Fylers have fired head coach John Tortorella. Finally, we discuss the current skating lines and how the CBJ could make the playoffs.…

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Scorelessness 29:32

2M ago29:32

29:32

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay and photography editor Kyle Robertson on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we recap everything that’s been happening with the team and look ahead to what’s next.By Gannett

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Indiana transfer Gabe Cupps commits to Ohio State, catching up with Meechie Johnson Jr. 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy discusses how Indiana transfer Gabe Cupps committed to Ohio State on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we also catch up with player Meechie Johnson Jr. and hear why he decided to step away from the team.…

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Ced and Kirk on Sean Miller’s quest to revitalize Texas basketball 38:00

2M ago38:00

38:00

In this week’s On Second Thought podcast, Statesman columnist Cedric Golden and the Houston Chronicle’s Kirk Bohls examine the hire of new basketball coach Sean Miller, Texas women’s hoops in the Sweet 16. They also discuss the start of Texas spring football and Arch Manning’s development at QB and the holes Steve Sarkisian will have to plug this f…

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Transfer portal is now open, talking other news updates 31:32

2M ago31:32

31:32

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy discusses how the transfer portal is now open on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss what’s currently going on with the team and developments that have happened so far at the start of this offseason.…

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From the editor: Is ShotSpotter, the gunfire detection system, worth the cost? 15:10

2M ago15:10

15:10

Columbus Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with reporter Shahid Meighan to discuss ShotSpotter, Columbus’ gunfire detection system. During this they talk about whether the more than $6 million system is worth the hefty price tag to operate it in the city of Columbus.By Gannett

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Down the stretch in 26 minutes with Jody Shelley 26:33

3M ago26:33

26:33

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with broadcaster Jody Shelley on the latest Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we hear Shelley’s thoughts on the final 15 games of the season and how the Blue Jackets have been performing as of late.By Gannett

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Hard go in San Diego. Onward 34:02

3M ago34:02

34:02

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Crew beat reporter Brianna Mac Kay and photography editor Kyle Robertson on the latest episode of the Soccer Speakeasy podcast. During this edition, we recap the Crew’s recent draw against San Diego FC, talk about the next matchup against New York City, and discuss other developments that…

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Stepping into the offseason 35:34

3M ago35:34

35:34

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy recaps what has happened in the past few days on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this discussion, we talk about Ohio State’s loss to Iowa in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament and how the Buckeyes got bumped from making the NCAA Tournament.…

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From the editor | Ohio's rural solar fight: pitting neighbors and friends against each other 15:37

3M ago15:37

15:37

Columbus Dispatch executive editor Michael Shearer speaks with reporter Dean Narciso to discuss Ohio’s rural solar fight and how it’s pitting neighbors and friends against each other.By Gannett

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The Gaudreaus’ court case, the Jackets wild card chase 44:26

3M ago44:26

44:26

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger and courts reporter Bethany Bruner on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we provide an update on where things currently sit with the court case regarding the Gaudreau brothers and talk about the Blue Jackets' chase…

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On Second Thought Ep. 36-: UT baseball coach Schlossnagle on SEC opener, examining Texas spring football and Sarkisian’s newest hires 43:17

3M ago43:17

43:17

Texas baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle stops by to visit with the Statesman’s Cedric Golden and the Houston Chronicle’s Kirk Bohls to preview this weekend’s Southeastern Conference opener at Mississippi State. The guys also attended Steve Sarkisian’s Monday presser and discusses the rise of Arch Manning, Sarkisian’s new coaching hires and his commen…

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Ohio State falls to Iowa 77-70, bounced from Big Ten Tournament 42:11

3M ago42:11

42:11

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy recaps last night’s 77-70 lost against the Iowa Hawkeyes on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we break down our takeaways from this matchup, discuss how Ohio State is out of the Big Ten Tournament, and mention how it probably destroys the chances of th…

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Previewing start of spring practice for Buckeyes 40:29

3M ago40:29

40:29

Ohio State football beat reporters Joey Kaufman and Bill Rabinowitz speak with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview the start of spring practice for the Buckeyes and speculate what we might see when it starts soon.…

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Previewing Ohio State in the Big Ten basketball tournament bracket 31:55

3M ago31:55

31:55

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy previews Ohio State’s first round of the Big Ten tournament on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we preview the matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes and speculate where things might go for the Buckeyes after this.…

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Ohio State falters final minutes to take 66-60 loss to Indiana 30:46

3M ago30:46

30:46

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy recaps last night’s 66-60 loss against the Indiana Hoosiers on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra Basketball podcast. During this edition, we provide our takeaways from this matchup and answer questions from the Dispatch text subscribers.By Gannett

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Talking trade deadline, outdoor game 22:57

3M ago22:57

22:57

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about tomorrow’s trade deadline and recap everything that recently happened at the outdoor stadium series game against the Detroit Red Wings.…

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