All Sides with Ann Fisher Podcast

Extreme weather is sweeping across the country. The wildfires in California are the most recent examples. The state is in the middle of a record-breaking fire season with three-active blazes. Along with fires, we are seeing extreme climate in the form of hurricanes and increased temperature. These are symptoms of climate change. Today on All Sides, we discuss what extreme weather means for the midwest and the rest of the country. Guests: Alissa Greenberg , journalist covering the California

Columbus is still in the running for Amazon's second headquarters, but the ranks could be pared soon. The city has offered the online retail giant a 15-year property tax abatement and a 15-year, 35 percent income-tax refund on withholdings from new full-time employees at Amazon's headquarters. Today on Tech Tuesday, we consider the chances for Columbus. And we talk about the future of so-called social robots in our homes. Guests: Tristan Navera , development reporter, Columbus Business First

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled last week that the Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow must show student login data to the state Department of Educattion. The ruling essentially decided that ECOT must repay some $80 million to state coffers because the enrollment numbers didn’t reflect actual student participation. Today on All Sides, we discuss the rise and fall of ECOT and its legacy. Guests: Patrick O'Donnell, education reporter, The Plain Dealer Chad Aldis, vice president for Ohio Policy and

The 12th congressional district special election remains a toss up, with Republican Troy Balderson leading Democrat Danny O’Connor by more than 1,500 votes. Our Weekly Reporter Roundtable talks about why a close race in a traditionally safe GOP stronghold matters. And, we get an update on the rollout of medical marijuana in Ohio. Guests: Jo Ingles, reporter/producer, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News Bureau Jim Siegel, statehouse reporter, Columbus Dispatch Julie Carr Smyth, statehouse

Join guest host Christopher Purdy as he discusses The Great American Read Trivia Night at the Hilliard branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Guests: Kassie Rose, WOSU book critic Robin Nesbitt, manger, Hilliard branch, Columbus Metropolitan Library Brent Davis, WOSU director of content Events: The Great American Read Trivia Night at the Hiliard branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library

Cable television channel National Geographic Wild is taking viewers behind-the-scenes at the Columbus Zoo. It premiered a six-hour miniseries in July on the zoo, aquarium and its 10,000-acre conservation center, The Wilds. The series, “Secrets of the Zoo,” is about the staff at the zoo and their close relationships with the animals. It premiered on July 29. Today on All Sides we speak with the executive producer about the show and find out what makes the Columbus Zoo show-worthy. Guests: Ashley

Young people are facing an uphill battle: The housing market. There are rising home prices, low supply, and high interest rates. While a booming economy means less unemployment, the real estate market and temperment of potential home buyers hasn’t caught up. We’re seeing more young people living at home with parents, investing in multigenerational homes, and relying on rental properties by choice or financial realities. Student loan debt and higher rent prices in desirable living areas leaves

American astronauts haven’t been sent into orbit in almost a decade. NASA halted its space shuttle program in 2011 because it was too expensive. But that’s going to change next year. The space agency announced last week that four flights will take astronauts to the International Space Station in 2019. The team, called the Commercial Crew Nine, will also be the first people to fly on private spacecrafts. Join us today for a discussion about what the future holds for space colonization, tourism

The special election for Ohio's 12th district is too close to call. Despite Republican state senator Troy Balderson’s declaration of victory, there are still thousands of provisional and absentee ballots that need to be counted.

As of Monday, more than 600 people have filed complaints against a Chipotle in Powell, Ohio. Last week, the fast-casual Mexican restaurant began receiving hundreds of complaints that the restaurant’s food was making people sick. Two lawsuits have since been filed. Today on Wellness Wednesday we discuss ways to protect yourself against food-borne illness, as well as why variety in workout and recovery routines benefits health. Guests: Alex Hutchinson , science journalist with Outside Magazine and

Ahead of the midterm elections, Facebook and other social media platforms are cracking down on fraudulent users and groups that could be part of election meddling.

Columbus is one of four cities suing the Trump Administration for its plans to undermine the Affordable care Act. The suit is based on the "take care" clause in the U.S. Constitution that details the President's responsibility to, "take care that the laws be faithfully executed." Critics say the Trump Administation has undercut the ACA by removing funding for naivgators who assist civilians in choosing their health plans, getting rid of the individual mandate, and suspending the risk adjustment

Cable television channel National Geographic Wild is taking viewers behind-the-scenes at the Columbus Zoo. It premiered a six-hour miniseries in July on the zoo, aquarium and its 10,000-acre conservation center, The Wilds. The series, “Secrets of the Zoo,” is about the staff at the zoo and their close relationships with the animals. It premiered on July 29. Today on All Sides we speak with the executive producer about the show and find out what makes the Columbus Zoo show-worthy. Guests: Ashley

The special election for Ohio's 12th Congressional District occurs this Tuesday. The race for the seat is neck-and-neck between Democrat Danny O'Connor and Republican Troy Balderson, after the retirement of Republican Pat Tiberi. We'll take one last look at the candidates before most voters hit the polls. We'll also look at how the gubernatorial race is shaping up, recent bills signed by current governor John Kasich, and more on this week's Reporter Roundtable. Guests: Jessie Balmet , state

As summer come to a close, our gardens are abundant with fruits and vegetables ready to be cooked. Join guest host Clare Roth as she learns what Columbus chefs do with this produce and what new restaurants are coming to the city. Guests: Rich Terapak, WOSU food critic Steve Stover, WOSU food critic Sarah Black, doing all things bread at Seminary Hill Farm, author of “One Dough, 10 Breads: Making Great Bread by Hand” Cara Mangini, former chef and owner of Little Eater, author of “The Vegetable