All Sides with Ann Fisher Podcast

A picture is worth a thousand words. No matter how often we read about the tumultuous events of the world around us, sometimes it is a photo that cements the events of our time as history in the making. Photographs can tease at tears in our eyes, or turn our mouths into grins. But more than that, they can make us think. Join us as we talk about the power of pictures and the future of photojournalism.

The craft beer industry is booming in Columbus, with over 143 craft breweries calling the city home. Columbus Craft Beer Week is coming up in May and will showcase the variety of craft beer breweries, beer bars and restaurants around the city. Join us today as we discuss craft beer in Columbus with a panel of guests. Guests: Cheryl Harrison , Editor, Drink Up Columbus Fred Lee , Founder and CEO, The Actual Brewing Company Ben Stewart , Head of Sales and Marketing, BrewDog

As Judge Neil Gorsuch's confirmation vote for Supreme Court draws closer, it's becoming apparent that Democrats are prepared to filibuster. If he does not get the 60 votes needed to clear the Senate, Republicans could invoke the "nuclear option" and create a rule change that would allow Gorsuch to be confirmed with just a simple majority. Join us as we discuss this and the latest in political news with Ken Rudin. Guest: Ken Rudin , veteran political journalist, host of Ken Rudin’s Political

Thinking about retirement can be daunting no matter what age you are, and as people are living longer retirement outlooks are changing. Over 40 percent of baby boomers have no retirement savings at all, and many are choosing to retire later. However, despite common beliefs, there are still ways for people with little or no retirement savings to have a long and fulfilling retirement. Whether you plan on retiring in four or 40 years, spring is a great time to clean out your budget and reassess

Thinking about retirement can be daunting no matter what age you are, and as people are living longer retirement outlooks are changing. Over 40 percent of baby boomers have no retirement savings at all, and many are choosing to retire later. However, despite common beliefs, there are still ways for people with little or no retirement savings to have a long and fulfilling retirement. Whether you plan on retiring in four or 40 years, spring is a great time to clean out your budget and reassess

For a long time it has been commonly believed that women should avoid exercise while pregnant, especially if they do not already have exercise habits. A new study disputes that belief, claiming exercising while pregnant actually provides many health benefits. Additionally, women are more likely to develop good health practices during pregnancy, which makes it a good time for many to start exercising. Join us today as we discuss the latest in health and wellness news with a panel of guests.

After failing to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, Republicans are contending with fractures in their party despite having majorities in the House and Senate and control of the White House. Today we'll discuss the future of the GOP and whether or not they will be able to unite under President Donald Trump. Guests: Jessica Wehrman , Washington Correspondent, Columbus Dispatch Herb Asher , Political Scientist, Ohio State University Terry Casey , Republican Strategist and Consultant Tom

Landmark internet privacy protections that were enacted in the Obama era were dismantled by Congress in a 50-48 vote on Thursday. Telecommunications companies are now able to sell consumer data without asking permission, which companies like Facebook and Google were already allowed to do. Today we'll discuss this, the future of Twitter and the latest in tech news. Guests: Cecilia Kang , Reporter, The New York Times Will Oremus , Tech Writer, Slate Russell Holly , Contributing Editor,

The GOP failed to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act with their own healthcare bill last week. Today we'll discuss what this means for the future of healthcare in Ohio and across the U.S., and whether or not this means an Obamacare repeal is off the table. Guests: Paul Demko , Healthcare Reporter, Politico Timothy Jost , Emeritus Professor, Washington and Lee University School of Law Steve Wagner , Executive Director, Universal Health Care Action Network of Ohio Rachel Bovard , Director

A new law requiring cars to pass cyclists by at least three feet recently went into effect in Ohio. This makes Ohio one of more than half of the states in the country to pass a three-foot passing law aiming to protect vulnerable bikers on the road. Today we'll discuss the implications of this new rule and other bike laws in Ohio with a panel of guests. Guests: Steven M. Magas , The Ohio Bike Lawyer, The Magas Firm Catherine Girves , Executive Director, Yay Bikes!

A new bill aiming to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Ohioans from employment and housing discrimination was introduced by Rep. Nickie Antonio on Thursday. She hopes to finally push through legislation on an issue that has been historically ignored by Republicans in the Ohio House and Senate. Today we'll discuss this and the latest in Ohio and national news with a panel of reporters. Laura Bischoff , Correspondent, Dayton Daily News Jackie Borchardt , statehouse reporter, cleveland

Bridgeway Academy and the Columbus Jazz Arts Group are teaming up to commemmorate National Autism Month and Jazz Appreciation Month with a joint performance in April. Join guest host Christopher Purdy for this and a discussion about the latest in book news around Columbus. Event: Bridgeway Academy will join the Columbus Jazz Arts Group for their " Soul Session: From Ray Charles to Whitney Houston " concert at the Southern Theater from April 6 - 9. Guests: Kassie Rose , book critic, WOSU Robin

Common wisdom suggests that children are to learn from adults, not the other way around. A new book challenges this belief and proposes the idea of childing - using the worldview children to foster development throughout adulthood. Today we'll discuss the idea of childing with the author of "The Philosophy of Childing: Unlocking Creativity, Curiosity, and Reason through the Wisdom of Our Youngest."

March Madness is in full swing, and $10.4 billion dollars will be wagered throughout the tournament, most of it illegally. Office pools are common practice, but even the legality of paying a fee that goes to the winning bracket is questionable. Brackets can be harmless fun for some, but for problem gamblers, it can be a dangerous temptation. Today we'll talk about sports gambling and the dangers of gambling addiction. Guests: David Purdum , journalist, ESPN Michelle Minton , fellow, Competitive

The Correctional Institution Inspection Committee, which oversees prison operations in Ohio, will soon likely be closed with its workload shifted to the inspector general's office. The committee was established in 1977 to provide legislative oversight to the state’s prison system, and last year its director was forced to resign under pressure. Today we'll take a look at what this means for the future of Ohio prison oversight with a panel of guests. Guests: Alan Johnson , Reporter, Columbus