
Racial Jazz in Cincy
What should’ve been a night filled with sweet jazz rhythms downtown turned into a scene straight out of a wrestling ring. After the festival and a Reds game, racial tensions escalated to violence, leaving five people charged (so far). Brett and Norm dissect what happened, why accountability matters—no matter your background—and the risks of letting “mob mentality” run the show.

Deluge and Division
Explore the complexities of the Big Beautiful Bill's key provisions, the tragic Kerrville flood, and their impact on everyday Americans. Clear insights on policy, politics, and local events

Stop DeWining - Veto Override in Ohio
Explore Ohio's heated veto override effort on property tax reform, Governor DeWine's role, and the fiscal and political implications for residents and government spending.

ACB 123 KBJ
This episode hits on everything from Supreme Court smackdowns to Ohio’s latest budget wrangling. Some fascinating historical context, legal insight, and yes, even a bit of humor about how our government actually works.

F Bombs and Bunker Bombs
President Trump’s notable use of explicit language to express frustration over the Israel-Iran situation. We provide context, linking Trump’s anger to the complexities of Middle Eastern diplomacy

Here Comes The Judge, There Goes The Judge
Two wild stories of judges stepping way out of line. From New Mexico to Wisconsin, you’ll hear about a federal judge who helped a gang member buddy with guns and a Wisconsin judge who played getaway driver for a defendant wanted by the feds.

Playing Hookie with KBJ, Easy Come Easy Go, and Who's Your Daddy
Playing Hooky with KBJ We kicked off debating whether the US Supreme Court is “playing hooky” in more ways than one — especially Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. What happens when the nation’s top court takes a step back on crucial parental rights questions, and what could it mean for your kids’ education?

Chillicothe Paper Mill Closing and Yost Pharma War
Chillicothe Paper Mill Closure: The impending shutdown of a 230-year-old paper mill in Chillicothe, Ohio, threatens 800 jobs, raising concerns about local economic impacts and government response.

Tariffs, Ohio's Beef with DOGE and Little Judges, Big Country
Tariffs, another downgrade of Intel's presence in Ohio, Federal judges and their overreach, and how Ohio's taxes stack up against Florida and Texas.

Vivek Ramaswamy and School Choice in Ohio
School Vouchers and Civil Rights, and Ohio’s Educational Debate.

Eliminating Income Taxes In Ohio: The good, the bad, and the ugly
This episode of Common Sense Ohio is a thought-provoking journey through taxation, education, and government overreach, laced with humor and historical insights. It leaves listeners contemplating the dynamics of effective governance and the multifaceted nature of tax reforms in modern society.

Free Speech on Campus: Protecting Rights Amidst Rising Tensions
In this episode, explore how today's political dynamics are shaping free speech, as we talk about the fine balance between protecting diverse opinions and confronting direct threats.

JobsOhio's Role in Ohio's Economy: Controversies, Benefits, and Accountability Issues
Is JobsOhio really giving us the bang for our buck, or is it just a closed-door club?

JobsOhio: Is It Time for Transparency and Accountability?
JobsOhio, which supports economic development in Ohio, relies on profits generated from the state's liquor control system for its funding, leading to concerns over transparency and accountability.

Trump's Influence on Government Spending Transparency
From Trump's slew of executive orders and the creation of a government task force aimed at reducing corruption, to the controversies surrounding US foreign aid spending.

A Conversation with Jerry Revish: Navigating the Nuances of Modern Journalism and Faith
We welcome Jerry Revish, a man whose career in journalism has spanned over 40 years—bringing stories from the front lines of Desert Storm to exclusive interviews with President Obama.

A Better Energy Policy for Ohio
Hear about the necessity of reforming both federal and local permitting processes to facilitate quicker and more efficient construction of energy infrastructure like nuclear and natural gas plants.

Burning it all down: California Fires and Trump Sentencing
Three firefighters in gear stand near a fire truck at night, illuminated by red emergency lights, ready to battle the inferno as the California fires threaten to burn it all down.

Terrorism On The Rise
We explore the delicate dance between government overreach and protecting individual freedoms. We look into the politicization of terrorist acts, and the cultural factors that drive some Americans to harbor resentment toward their country.

Closing Out The News of 2024
The episode blends personal anecdotes, historical narratives, and intense debates on contemporary political, social, and economic issues, providing a comprehensive end-of-year round-up.