The Community's Conversation

The Community's Conversation


Latest Episodes

Michael Tomasky on Saving Our Republic
July 13, 2022

According to an NPR poll early in 2022, 64% of respondents believe American democracy is in crisis and at risk of failing. A Swedish study in 2021 also found that that the number of countries moving i

Saving Lives Through Alternative Crisis Response
July 06, 2022

For a robbery or a car crash, the best way to summon help is by dialing 911 for a police or fire department response. Yet many emergencies, especially those involving drug overdoses and mental health

A Conversation with Retired Ford CEO Jim Hackett
June 29, 2022

Jim Hackett is a native of London, Ohio, and served as President and CEO of the Ford Motor Company until 2020. Under Hackett’s leadership, Ford moved aggressively into the era of electric vehicles and

A Conversation with Columbus Zoo & Aquarium President and CEO Tom Schmid
June 22, 2022

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium isn’t just one of Central Ohio’s most beloved attractions. It’s a fan favorite around the country and even internationally.  However, events in the last several years at

Annual State of Nonprofits 
June 15, 2022

Central Ohio nonprofits have battled back from the pandemic, only to be met with new challenges, including the steepest inflation in years and a highly competitive labor market. This week, CMC examine

Central Ohio Hospital CEO Roundtable
June 08, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted hospitals to cooperate in new ways. What did Central Ohio’s hospitals learn from the pandemic? How are hospitals preparing to meet tomorrow’s healthcare needs? This

HB616: Ohio’s “Don’t Say Gay, Don’t Mention Race” Bill
June 01, 2022

Ohio House Bill 616, introduced by two Republican state lawmakers, would mandate controversial changes to portions of Ohio’s Revised Code that sets standards for public schools.    The bill is simi

Fixing Ohio’s Childcare Crisis
May 26, 2022

A Columbia University publication authored by Saba Rawjani called America’s childcare crisis a barrier to human development, collective wellbeing, and the future of the United States.   This week, t

Vista Village: More Than A Home
May 18, 2022

Can a new project in Columbus provide hope and housing for the homeless by building a community that fosters employment and independent living?    Vista Village is an affordable housing project aimi

Is Columbus An Age-Friendly City?
May 11, 2022

Columbus is welcoming, progressive, and growing. But is it age-friendly? Is Columbus the kind of city that will take care of its older residents and be attractive to new ones? Franklin County’s popula