In hour one, Michelle talks with Judi LoPresti, owner of SPUN Bicycles in Northside, about biking culture in Cincinnati. They discuss grassroots advocacy, the city’s bike infrastructure, and what it will take to make streets safer and more accessible for cyclists.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton weigh the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in another Middle East conflict. They dig into how war impacts the working class—on the battlefield, at home, and in the economy.

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In hour one, Michelle welcomes Melissa English, Deputy Director of Ohio Citizen Action, for a conversation about grassroots organizing and how everyday people can drive real societal change. From environmental justice to civic engagement, Melissa shares insights from decades in the movement.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton explore the tension between resistance and retreat in the age of Donald Trump. They examine how some institutions are actively pushing back against authoritarianism, while others opt for self-preservation—raising questions about what it means to fight or survive in today’s political climate.

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In hour one, Michelle sits down with author and professor Sarah Stitzlein to explore the importance of standing up for public education in today’s political climate. They also dive into Sarah’s new book, Teaching Honesty in a Populist Era, and what it means for educators, parents, and democracy.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton take a hard look at the political ambitions of Vivek Ramaswamy, imagining what Ohio might look like under his leadership as a MAGA-aligned governor.

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