Best John Sherrod Podcasts (2025)

It has been more than a week since an assassin shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah. President Trump and Vice President Vance have implied the violence was the result of far-left rhetoric, and they promise to crack down on liberal groups.

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Ohio's map makeover 20:56

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Lawmakers have begun the arduous process of drawing congressional districts for Ohio. Ohio Democrats did not support the two congressional maps passed four years ago. Because of that, the state’s constitution requires lawmakers to draw new ones this year. Ohio House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn joins the show.…

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Executive Leadership Series: Rafael Patron 52:40

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In today’s episode, we are featuring Rafael Patron, the Plant Senior Director at Tenaris. The audio you will hear is from Texas A&M’s Master of Engineering Technical Management’s Executive Leadership Speaker Series. At this series, Rafael spoke to METM students about his leadership journey and provided insights and advice to help guide students as …

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Politics and a Pint 44:04

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In this episode, we revisit last week’s Politics and a Pint event held at Seventh Son Brewing in Columbus.By WOSU Public Media

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Sen. Jon Husted will face Sherrod Brown in the race to keep his seat 16:11

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With a campaign video and email early Monday morning, the former U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown announced he will take on Senator Jon Husted next year.By WOSU Public Media

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What Sherrod Brown's Senate run means for Ohio politics 17:30

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Brown is going to run for the U.S. Senate, the place he walked out of just eight months ago after losing a re-election bid to Republican Bernie Moreno.By WOSU Public Media

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Ohio to redraw congressional districts 17:47

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The drama over legislative district mapmaking isn’t limited to Texas, where Republicans and Democrats are in a standoff over efforts to redraw lines. Once again, Ohio lawmakers are drawing legislative districts.By WOSU Public Media

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Julianne Sanscartier 9:54

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In today’s episode, we are talking to Julianne Sanscartier. She currently works as an Engineer 3 at Los Alamos National Laboratory and graduated with her Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM) degree in 2024. Today, we discuss moving into management at a young age, her leadership style, and the skills she took away from the METM program.…

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Congressman Jim Jordan deposed in ongoing Ohio State University sex abuse lawsuit 21:23

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There have been major developments in the ongoing lawsuit against Ohio State University by sexual assault victims of former OSU team doctor Richard Strauss.By WOSU Public Media

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Lawmakers in search of property tax solution 25:44

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Ohio is in the early stages of a major fight over property taxes. Thanks largely to rapidly rising home values, property taxes have jumped on average about 25–30% in recent years. Homeowners are mad, especially those on fixed incomes who have no plans to move and cash in on their home’s equity.By WOSU Public Media

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Is Columbus ready for the growth? 29:42

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Once labeled a cow-town, known mainly for its college football team, Columbus is asserting itself as a major regional and national city and the growth projections are kind of startling. But is Columbus ready?By WOSU Public Media

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DeWine signs budget with 67 line-item vetoes 26:00

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Gov. DeWine signed the biennial budget into law and made 67 line-item vetoes. He nixed a plan to allow counties to reduce property taxes if school districts had a lot of money in their savings accounts. But the richest Ohioans get a 20% income tax cut.By WOSU Public Media

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Leading Successful Enterprise-Wide Technology Rollouts with Branden Ramsey 13:07

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In this episode, we are featuring Branden Ramsey. Branden works at Axiom Space as the Senior Director of Digital Transformation. Today, Branden discusses how to lead successful enterprise-wide technology rollouts. He delves into how to overcome the challenges of these rollouts, as well as the tools and tactics that lead to successful ones. Technica…

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Marriage & Money Ep. 27: Part 2 with DeDe McGuire & Chris Allen: Triumphs, Trials, and Tribulations 41:00

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Egypt and Mike take the show on the road and head to Dallas Texas where they circle back with a part 2, with National Radio Personality Dede McGuire and her husband Chris Allen. The conversation is full of detailed insight and transparency. We find out what makes Dede and Chris's relationship stay lively through the hurdles, setbacks, triumphs, and…

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What’s up with Ohio Democrats? 15:23

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The Ohio Democratic Party has a new chair. Amy Acton is building a campaign to run for Ohio governor. And everyone is waiting for Sherrod Brown to announce his plans.By WOSU Public Media

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New budget plan would cut taxes for Ohioans making more than $100K annually 18:01

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The third version of the state budget is out, and it proposes cutting taxes for any Ohioan making more than $100,000 a year. The State Senate would do that by flattening the state income tax.By WOSU Public Media

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Tyler Esters 9:30

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In this Alumni Spotlight episode, we speak with Tyler Esters, Plant Manager at Closure Systems International and a 2024 graduate of the METM program. Tyler shares his experience returning to school as a working professional and father, how he balances family life and work with school, and the skills he gained through the METM program. Listen to hea…

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Marriage & Money Ep. 26: Mahisha & John Dellinger-The Growing Pains 54:22

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Egypt and Mike took the show on the road and headed to a remote location in Dallas, Texas to converse with the very successful, entrepreneurial couple Mahisha and John Dellinger. Find out how this power couple handled the success of a multi million dollar business, and then the rollercoaster of letting it go to start all over and launch a brand new…

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Ohio lawmakers explore income tax cuts as property taxes rise 18:20

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Taxes have come to dominate the political debate in Washington, and they loom as a growing concern at the Ohio Statehouse.By WOSU Public Media

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A shakeup in the Republican race for Ohio governor 12:18

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Attorney General Dave Yost has dropped out of the campaign for governor. Yost said his steep climb to the nomination had become a vertical cliff. For now, Vivek Ramaswamy’s path to the Republican nomination for governor looks clear.By WOSU Public Media

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Marriage & Money Ep. 25: Laterras R. Whitfield of Dear Future Wifey - Celibate Until Married 39:18

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Egypt and Mike took the show on the road and headed to a remote location in Dallas, Texas to converse with the creator of "The Dear Future Wifey Podcast'" and so much more! The Dear Future Wifey Podcast is the award-winning, top-rated, always trending, and often viral relationship podcast hosted by Laterras R. Whitfield, a 3x Emmy-nominated produce…

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Majority of Ohioans anticipate negative impact from tariffs, poll reveals 17:45

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A panel of experts breaks down President Trump's falling approval numbers in polls and the uncertainty over tariffs.By WOSU Public Media

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Inside the Master of Engineering Technical Management Capstone with Denise Sherrod 7:54

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In this episode, we speak to Denise Sherrod, Chief of Automation at Occidental Petroleum. Denise shares the story behind her Capstone Project, which she completed during her time in the Master of Engineering Technical Management program. Tune in to hear how she approached the project, what made it successful, and how it continues to influence her l…

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New poll shows decline in Trump approval among Ohio voters 19:58

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A new poll shows Trump has a 47% approval rating while 48% disapprove—a statistical tie—but that number is down 7 points from February. The poll’s co-director, Bowling Green State University political science professor Robert Alexander, joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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Public financing for professional sports facilities 20:23

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The Browns are looking to move to a new domed stadium in suburban Cleveland. And state lawmakers seem eager to help. The governor wants to tax sports betting companies and use the money to help the Browns and other teams. The Ohio House wants the state to borrow $600 million to just help the Browns. Kennesaw State University economics professor J.C…

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What will Sherrod do? 17:43

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Last week, former Sen. Sherrod Brown announced the formation of the Dignity of Work Institute. The goal, he says, is to help Democrats and Republicans better understand the lives of American workers. It also keeps him in the spotlight as he considers whether to run for office again.By WOSU Public Media

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Creating Psychological Safety from the Inside Out: A Neuroscience Perspective with Dr. Noushin Bayat 25:44

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In today’s episode, we are featuring Dr. Noush Bayat. Dr. Bayat works with clients for Executive Leadership Coaching and Consulting, including being one of the Personal Leadership Coaches for Texas A&M’s METM program. In this episode, Dr. Bayat discusses the neuroscience and importance of creating psychological safety in a workplace environment. Te…

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Is eliminating Ohio's income tax feasible? 17:41

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If you're a politician who wants to get elected, promising tax cuts is a popular strategy. Republican candidates for governor are doing just that, floating the idea to eliminate Ohio's income tax.By WOSU Public Media

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DOGE Ohio 21:49

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The Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE, could be coming to Ohio. We discuss what that might look like with a panel of political observers.By WOSU Public Media

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DeWine calls for mandatory life skills lessons, phone-free schools in State of the State 15:32

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Gov. DeWine gave his State of the State address this week and said things are going pretty well. He called for mandatory basic skills lessons in school—things like basic finance and first aid—and wants to make students leave their phones at home. Ohio Public Radio Statehouse Bureau Chief Karen Kasler joins the show.…

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Executive Leadership Series: Tobin Williams 43:44

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In today's episode, we feature Tobin Williams, former Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Stellantis. This exclusive audio was recorded during Texas A&M's Master of Engineering Technical Management's (METM) Executive Leadership Speaker Series, where Tobin spoke to METM students, faculty, and guests. He reflects on his leadership journey tha…

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Ramaswamy kicks off his campaign with Trump's endorsement 17:59

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Vivek Ramaswamy officially launched his run for governor this week with several rallies. The wealthy entrepreneur, who burst on the scene in 2023 with his run for president, now wants to succeed Mike DeWine. Political strategist Terry Casey joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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The 2026 race for Ohio governor takes shape 17:59

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It's week two of the Jim Tressel era at the Ohio Statehouse and he has not set up a campaign website... yet. Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy has filed preliminary paperwork to run for governor. He'll face Attorney General Dave Yost, who announced his candidacy last month.By WOSU Public Media

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DeWine's unexpected play: Ex-Buckeye Coach Tressel to serve as Lt. Governor 26:58

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Mike DeWine did keep his Lt. Governor pick a secret until he and Jim Tressel walked before cameras on Monday morning. To the surprise of everyone, he announced the former OSU football coach and former Youngstown State University president was his nominee to be his right-hand office holder. Reporter David Skolnick of the Youngstown Vindicator joins …

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Ohio's response to President Trump’s immigration round up 22:26

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Our roundtable discussion covers President Trump’s immigration round-up, the move to end capital punishment in Ohio, and a proposal to change Ohio’s fairly new voter-approved law legalizing recreational marijuana.By WOSU Public Media

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EQ in Action at MIT's Lincoln Lab: A Deep Dive with EQ Coach John Hughes 26:15

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In today's episode, we sit down with John Hughes, President & EQ-I Executive Coach at EI Assessments. John has extensive experience in EQ assessments and coaching for leadership and executive development across various industries. Recently, John worked with 112 Lincoln Lab Group Leaders, Assistant Group Leaders, and professional staff, conducting p…

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Trump reverses federal funding freeze after icy reception 20:33

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Advocacy groups believe Trump's rescinded federal funding freeze would have disrupted the Ohio budget process and jeopardized critical programs. Hannah Halbert, director of Policy Matters Ohio, joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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Marriage & Money Ep 24 Toya Johnson And Robert ‘Red’ Rushing: Learning and Growing Together 39:35

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Toya Johnson & Robert "Red" Rushing share their first time meeting, their nuances, family, growth, hardships, business ethics and so much more. Find out how Toya and Red turn the business of helping others into a success story. We enjoyed discussing Marriage and Money with them. On the heels of all their success on HGTV's "Married To Real Estate," …

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Husted heads to the US Senate 14:29

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After months of speculation, Gov Mike DeWine announced that Jon Husted was his pick to be the next U.S. Senator from Ohio. Of course, Husted is replacing short-timer J.D. Vance, who job-hopped into the Vice Presidency.By WOSU Public Media

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Senate appointment turns into political drama 20:21

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This DeWine appointment to the U.S. Senate has become a bit of a soap opera. Joining us to try to help us understand this is long-time Republican strategist Terry Casey.By WOSU Public Media

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Marriage & Money Ep. 23 Jason & Halani Lobdell aka Mr and Mrs. Two Weeks Out 41:17

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Halani Blake-Lobdell & Jason Moet Lobdell a.k.a Mr & Mrs 2 Weeks Out are not just a beautiful couple that works out and post their gym life. These two are the real deal. Two powerhouse business owners have truly earned everything they have accomplished, and own. Jason and Halani are a great example of what a marriage can be when you believe and pou…

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DeWine's decision to fill Vance's vacancy looms 20:07

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Former Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton ended speculation and announced this week that she will indeed run for governor next year as a Democrat. Meanwhile, Gov. DeWine still has a big decision to make on who will fill JD Vance's seat in the U.S. Senate.By WOSU Public Media

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METM Alumni Spotlight: Martin Atchison 21:49

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In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumnus of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. We dive into Martin’s experience in the METM program and explore how the skills he gained—like prioritizing self-care, fo…

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The political rollercoaster that was 2024 28:35

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In the 248 years of America's existence, there have been tumultuous years and 2024 is going to be right up there. Joining the show to relive the memories is long-time Statehouse reporter Darrel Rowland.By WOSU Public Media

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Lame duck legislators work overtime before the end of the year 20:05

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The legislative session between Election Day and the end of the legislative term is always a busy one. Maybe lawmakers are just like the rest of us and they procrastinate. Former State Representative Gene Krebs joins the show.By WOSU Public Media

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After redistricting reform defeat, state senator calls for enlarging Ohio Legislature 23:30

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Voters last month soundly rejected a measure that would have appointed an independent, non-political commission to draw legislative and congressional lines. An Ohio lawmaker says there is an alternate solution: expand the size of the legislature. Joining us to discuss this proposal is State Sen. Bill Blessing.…

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The Power of EQ in Leadership: A Conversation with Ryan Holt 15:19

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In this episode, Ryan Holt, Manufacturing Engineering & Facilities Manager at Dover Precision Components, dives into the powerful role empathy plays in building positive professional relationships. Ryan shares how fostering empathy can strengthen workplace culture, drive team engagement, and help leaders advance their agendas effectively. As a facu…

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Statehouse Shuffle: Ohio Senate leader Huffman poised to take House speakership 18:01

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The House Republican caucus voted unanimously to nominate current Senate President Matt Huffman to be the next House Speaker. Joining us to discuss this shrewd move is Sarah Donaldson, Statehouse reporter for Ohio Public Radio.By WOSU Public Media

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Royal Son with Anthony Peebles 39:20

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In this episode of The Ferment, Mike O'Brien talks with Anthony Peebles and Susan O'Brien about some exciting new Advent materials, namely a new worship single Anthony wrote titled "Royal Son" (performed by Tim Brown and Hannah DeSpain) and a corresponding devotional Susan created. Anthony also shares about some of his life in the Florida panhandle…