Best Receivership Podcasts (2025)

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East Cleveland mayor pushes back on state receivership plan | Reporters Roundtable 49:41

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Ohio Auditor Keith Faber this week formally requested the state attorney general begin legal proceedings to appoint a receiver to oversee the finances of East Cleveland. A new state law approved as part of the last budget, and which went into effect Tuesday, allowed the move. East Cleveland is pushing back, accusing the state of cutting off local g…

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University Hospitals urologist shares how to avoid getting painful kidney stones 51:43

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Kidney stones are a common ailment that affect 1 in 10 people in their lifetime.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cuyahoga County judges discuss rise in domestic violence deaths 52:43

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The Ohio Domestic Violence Network recently reported a 37% increase year-over-year in domestic violence-related fatalities. Franklin and Cuyahoga counties lead with the most documented cases.By Ideastream Public Media

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CSU, Ideastream leaders address controversy over switch from student-run WCSB to JazzNEO 51:10

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The two organizations entered into an operating agreement on Oct. 3 to switch the format of 89.3 WCSB to the new terrestrial home of Ideastream's 24/7 jazz service. The decision and communication to students has been criticized by fans of WCSB.By Ideastream Public Media

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U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown discusses ongoing federal shutdown 51:28

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We'll discuss the latest impact of the shutdown on Northeast Ohioans with the congressmember and policy experts.By Ideastream Public Media

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Gov. DeWine temporarily bans sale of intoxicating hemp products | Reporters Roundtable 54:30

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Gov. Mike DeWine took executive action this week to temporarily ban the sale of "intoxicating hemp" products in the state. DeWine said the products represent a consumer product emergency. The order bans the sale of unregulated products that contain THC derived from hemp including candies and drinks. THC is the psychoactive compound found in the can…

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As government shutdown drags on, Northeast Ohio is starting to feel ripple effects 51:00

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Local federal workers could miss paychecks and area organizations could see funding cuts because of the standoff in Washington D.C.By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District says proposal would fix combined-sewer overflow at Edgewater 50:21

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Over the summer, Edgewater Beach had to be closed to swimmers three times due to a discharge of untreated water and sewage into the lake after heavy rains. The release at the Edgewater outfall—a huge pipe at the back of the beach—happens when storm runoff and rain overwhelm the system. Cleveland’s system is a combined one where stormwater and sewag…

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02- TruOrigin: How & Why Code Enforcement Started 43:33

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating origins of code enforcement, tracing its roots back to the Code of Hammurabi and exploring how it evolved into the regulatory arm of local government we know today. Our guest, Eugene Alper, author of A Case for Beauty: The History and Philosophy of Code Enforcement, and seasoned code enforcement manager…

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Experts address online misinformation over seed oils, fad diets and other nutrition claims 51:56

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Ohio lawmakers introduce anti-abortion bills, despite recent amendment protecting it 50:48

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Weight loss drugs are now being prescribed to teens struggling with obesity 51:47

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in five children in America has obesity. One new solution might be GLP-1 weight loss drugs.By Ideastream Public Media

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Southeast Side Stories preserves Union-Miles, Lee-Harvard and Mt. Pleasant neighborhoods' history 50:13

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Last fall, the NuPoint Community Development Corporation (formerly the Union-Miles Development Corporation) launched a neighborhood history project called Southeast Side Stories. The idea is to document the stories of the Union-Miles, Mt. Pleasant and Lee-Harvard neighborhoods and those in between as well. Using a mix of first-person interviews and…

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Animal shelters and humane societies in Northeast Ohio are sounding alarm 49:28

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Shelters say that lives are at risk as overcrowding has persisted since the pandemic. They say they're out of space and out of time to help animals in their care, especially dogs.By Ideastream Public Media

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Students, health officials distribute free harm reduction supplies to Portage County community members 49:32

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The harm reduction approach aims to reduce the negative impact of substance use disorder. In Portage County, health officials and Kent State University community members are working toward shared goals by distributing tools such as Naloxone.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland City Council and mayor's administration clash over public records downloaded by aide| Reporters Roundtable 50:06

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A clash erupted this week between Mayor Justin Bibb's administration and Cleveland City Council, led by its president, Blaine Griffin. A council aide downloaded thousands of unredacted documents from a public records database, one he was allowed to access. The administration says some of those documents contained sensitive information, such as addr…

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Case Western Reserve University honors immigration advocate with top ethics prize 51:20

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The university's Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence will award Oscar Chacón with the 2025 Inamori Ethics Prize for his work in human rights and immigration justice.By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio experts discuss changes to vaccine recommendations 51:18

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An advisory committee for the Centers for Disease Control made changes to vaccine recommendations in a meeting last week that was described in media reports as tense and chaotic. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices or ACIP changed advice on COVID vaccines to a "shared decision-making model." It also changed its recommendation regarding…

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01 - TruPerspective: Myths & Misperceptions of Code Enforcement 45:41

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When most people hear Code Enforcement, they think of overgrown yards, junked cars, or petty neighbor disputes. The truth? Code enforcement is at the heart of community health and safety—and it’s time to change the narrative. In this episode, host Matt Silver, Esq., sits down with Larry Breceda, a City Director of Public Safety, to break down the b…

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Northeast Ohio experts say snoring and fatigue may signal sleep apnea. GLP-1s could help 52:26

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zepbound for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity. Local experts discuss other advances in treatment, including nerve stimulation devices placed under the skin.By Ideastream Public Media

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Gov. DeWine says no plans to call National Guard to Cleveland | Reporters Roundtable 51:31

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Northeast Ohio Congressman Max Miller, a Republican from Bay Village said in an opinion piece in the "Washington Times" that his constituents are afraid to come into the city because of crime. He wants the National Guard to deploy to Cleveland as it has done in Washington, D.C. and is being considered for other cities such as Chicago. But Gov. Mike…

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Employers continue to navigate how to discipline employees over social media posts 51:04

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The shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked a new debate over how employees are allowed to post on social media, and what repercussions should be.By Ideastream Public Media

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Canton For All People is working to turn empty lots and rundown buildings into homes 51:07

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Canton For All People, started its work in 2021 with a goal of improving the rental and home ownership landscape for the city's lower- and middle-income families. The group is getting both regional and national attention for its work. We will begin Wednesday’s “Sound of Ideas” with a conversation with the executive director of Canton For All People…

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In DigitalC refresh, nonprofit expands internet access for Clevelanders, moves model to Detroit 51:27

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DigitalC, a Cleveland-based nonprofit is expanding its internet access services to 450 public housing households across the Forest Park, Brewster Homes and Diggs Homes neighborhoods in Detroit.By Ideastream Public Media

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Tech leaders look to nuclear power to help solve rising power demand 50:54

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Artificial intelligence is accelerating the need to develop more energy systems, as new data centers that require a lot of electricity are being built in Ohio and the Midwest. We'll discuss whether nuclear power could be a viable alternative energy source.By Ideastream Public Media

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Ohio lawmakers prepare to draw new congressional map| Reporters Roundtable 51:24

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A bipartisan committee of Ohio lawmakers will begin work on a new congressional map for the midterm elections, meeting on Sept. 22 with an end-of-October deadline for a map to pass with bipartisan support. But is bipartisanship even remotely possible? This week Democrats unveiled their own redrawn map, one that would give Republicans a slight advan…

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Global Cleveland's Welcoming Week celebrates Northeast Ohio's immigrant community 38:50

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Global Cleveland, a local nonprofit organization, hosts its annual Welcoming Week beginning Sept. 12. This year's events include an International Job and Resource Fair and a panel conversation on Sub-National Diplomacy.By Ideastream Public Media

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Analysis: September 2025 Cuyahoga County primary results 35:06

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Voters in Cleveland Heights overwhelmingly approved a recall of Mayor Kahlil Seren--the first person directly elected to hold the job of mayor in that city. We'll talk about the recall vote as well as several other results from the September primary in Cuyahoga County. The primary winnows ward and mayoral races down to two candidates who advance to…

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A bevy of scientists push back against Trump administration's climate change report 39:03

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A local professor from Case Western Reserve University is one of dozens of scientists who are pushing back against a Department of Energy report.By Ideastream Public Media

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Andrew Duncan CIO of RioCan on Retail Comeback, and Its Rise to Top-Performing Asset Class | Ep. 78 48:56

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In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Andrew Duncan, Chief Investment Officer at RioCan. Since joining the company in 2013, Andrew has been instrumental in leading investment transactions and overseeing the development pipeline, shaping RioCan’s strategy and positioning it as one of Canada’s…

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Local history campaign chronicles long road to desegregation in Cleveland schools 36:47

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Relay Cleveland, a public history campaign, takes its name from Cleveland’s historic “relay” policy — a system that split school days into half-day sessions in overcrowded, predominantly Black schools.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland airport director opposed to Browns stadium plan | Reporters Roundtable 51:16

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Cleveland's director of airports talked to the media this week about his opposition to the Browns new stadium complex, which is planned for land near the city-owned Hopkins International Airport. Bryant Francis told reporters that he has not changed his mind about safety concerns he believes the new stadium, because its height encroaches 58 feet in…

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Clinical trials and political will could mark new landscape for psychedelics 51:52

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Psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, and ketamine are being tested to treat disorders like PTSD and anxiety.By Ideastream Public Media

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How Northeast Ohio organizations are protecting victims of human trafficking 51:38

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Human trafficking may seem like a problem that only happens in places far away, but in reality, it happens here in Ohio. According to the United Nations' International Labour Organization, human trafficking impacts more than 27 million people worldwide. And though there's no reliable estimate of human trafficking in the U.S., according to the U.S. …

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Reflecting on Ohio’s role in World War II and preserving the memories of veterans 51:13

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We'll talk about the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the role Ohioans played in the fight against fascism.By Ideastream Public Media

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Downtown Cleveland chase that killed bystander raises questions | Reporters Roundtable 51:26

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A bystander was killed last weekend when a suspect being chased by Cuyahoga County Sheriff's deputies crashed into her car at St. Clair and Addison Avenue. It's raising anew questions about police chase policy and the sheriff’s downtown safety patrol. Sharday Elder, 37, was killed. She was the mother of two. The Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Office for…

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Museums and American history are new targets for President Trump 52:38

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President Trump has taken aim at the Smithsonian Institution and with it, how America tells the story of itself, warts and all.By Ideastream Public Media

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College of Wooster discuss academic freedom in new series amid changing political landscape 49:52

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The "Democracy and Academic Freedom: A Forum" series kicks off on the College of Wooster's campus on Sept 3.By Ideastream Public Media

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What comes next for South Euclid and Steubenville after colleges shut down? 51:25

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In Ohio, financial problems eventually led to the closure of two institutions: Notre Dame College in South Euclid and Eastern Gateway Community College in Steubenville. Both shut their doors last year permanently. Coming up we will talk about what happens when a college shuts its doors. What about the students, faculty and vibrancy of the surroundi…

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Sound of Ideas Community Tour: The Future of Shaker Lakes 1:33:51

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The latest "Sound of Ideas: Community Tour" examined the possible future of Lower Shaker Lake, after the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District recommended it be drained to prevent flooding.By Ideastream Public Media

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Colin Lynch, Head of Alternative Investments at TD Asset Management, Shares Exclusive Insights on Canadian Real Estate | Ep. 77 1:01:42

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In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Colin Lynch, Managing Director and Head of Alternative Investments at TD Asset Management. In this episode, he shares an insider’s perspective on how TD Asset Management operates and how Canada fits into the global real estate landscape. From the challen…

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Construction permit denied for new Browns stadium over airport concerns | Reporters Roundtable 50:51

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We learned more this week about the latest hurdle for the Browns' plans to build and move to a new covered stadium in Brook Park beginning in 2029. The Ohio Department of Transportation this month denied a construction permit for the stadium after Cleveland's top airport official said the current design would "permanently and negatively impact" the…

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Trump administration cuts "Solar for All" program, impacting lower-income families in Ohio 51:52

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The "Solar for All" program was designed to help low-income households by lowering pollution and utility costs in underserved communities. It funded initiatives across the country to expand access to rooftop solar panels, community solar farms and battery storage systems.By Ideastream Public Media

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Analysis: How will Sherrod Brown's run for Senate impact the Ohio political landscape? 52:56

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Sherrod Brown announced this week his intention to challenge Jon Husted next November in a bid to return to the U.S. Senate. Now that Brown has clarified his political ambitions, how does that affect other potential races?By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio organizations hope to turn food waste into 'food rescue' 52:04

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Food waste is estimated to be about 30 to 40% of the food supply, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Department of Agriculture.By Ideastream Public Media

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Northeast Ohio organizations helping teens as youth mental health crisis grows 51:31

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Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 and 34, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2022.By Ideastream Public Media

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Cleveland City Council to hold censure vote next month | Reporters Roundtable 51:24

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Cleveland City Councilmember Joe Jones, stripped of his committee assignments in January for bad behavior, is now set to be censured by council after an investigation found credible allegations that he threatened the life of a staffer. Jones will face censure next month. Cleveland City Council has not censured one of its members since the 1970s. A …

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Northeast Ohio attorneys help families, students navigate special education programs 51:38

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The Positivity Spectrum launched a virtual legal clinic to help families in the autism community earlier this month.By Ideastream Public Media

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Woman shares her health story living with rare condition, pulsatile tinnitus 50:48

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For an estimated 5 million Americans, every beat of their heart can be heard in their ears as a constant "whooshing" sound making it difficult to sleep or concentrate and contributing to anxiety and depression. The condition is known as pulsatile tinnitus or P-T. Those who treat people with P-T say the condition can go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed d…

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Reassessing the classics and books that are required reading in schools 48:37

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Educators at a variety of levels are re-examining the "literary canon" and bringing new works into the classroom. "Romeo and Juliet" and "Of Mice and Men" might be moved to make room for more modern, diverse voices.By Ideastream Public Media