Ohio Politics Explained
Ohio Politics Explained
Playlist by Ohio Politics ExplainedYou give us 15 minutes a week, and we will give you all the news you need to sound smart and impress your friends. Show Host: Haley BeMiller, politics reporter for the USA TODAY Network Ohio BureauFollow the podcast:
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Takeaways from DeWine's State of the State
We discuss Gov. Mike DeWine's State of the State address, an Ohio Supreme Court case involving a former Columbus pastor and the latest directive to universities from the Trump administration.
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How Ohio dog laws fail victims of attacks
Ohio fails to hold dog owners accountable when their dogs maim and even kill people, an investigation by USA TODAY Network Ohio found.
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Trump calls for end to CHIPS Act
USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explained podcast. During this edition, we recap how President Donald Trump called on Congress to eliminate the CHIPS Act, talk about how Ohio’s marijuana pr…
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What DEI means for Ohio universities
We discuss DEI programs at Ohio colleges, a new transgender bathroom law, Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign launch and a bill to change Ohio's marijuana program.
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Trump issues warning to Ohio colleges
We discuss how the Trump administration could affect Ohio's universities and Medicaid program, possible changes to Ohio's marijuana law and the latest on Gov. Mike DeWine's return-to-work order.
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Ex-OSU coach tapped for Lt. governor
We discuss Jim Tressel's appointment as lieutenant governor, a controversial higher ed bill passed by the Senate, the state of JobsOhio, and more.
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DeWine pitches tax hike on cigarettes, sports betting
We discuss Gov. Mike DeWine's budget proposal, Larry Householder's appeal, a new bill to regulate underage drinking and the musical chairs of the 2026 election.
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What Trump immigration crackdown means for Ohio
We discuss how President Donald Trump's immigration policies are affecting Ohio, proposed changes to the recreational marijuana law, a new plan to end the death penalty and why parents want the state to take action on child care.
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Ohio GOP wants to transform higher ed
We discuss Inauguration Day, the 2026 governor's race, new indictments in the House Bill 6 scandal and a bill that would eliminate DEI at universities.
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It's almost Inauguration Day
We discuss the latest on Inauguration Day, potential changes to Ohio's Medicaid program and how the Ohio Republican Party chair made waves this week.
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