Racial Jazz in Cincy
Norm Murdock Norm Murdock

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.

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Deluge and Division
Norm Murdock Norm Murdock

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

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Stop DeWining - Veto Override in Ohio
Norm Murdock Norm Murdock

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.

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ACB 123 KBJ
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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.

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F Bombs and Bunker Bombs
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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

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Here Comes The Judge, There Goes The Judge
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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.

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Playing Hookie with KBJ, Easy Come Easy Go, and Who's Your Daddy
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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?

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Eliminating Income Taxes In Ohio: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Steve Palmer Steve Palmer

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.

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A Better Energy Policy for Ohio
Norm Murdock Norm Murdock

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.

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Terrorism On The Rise
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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.

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Closing Out The News of 2024
Brett Johnson Brett Johnson

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.

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