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In this weekly podcast we chat with individuals who work to improve the quality of life in our community of Northwest Ohio. We often delve into history, culture and heritage. Follow us on multiple sites including Amazon Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. You can also tune in at The Toledo Free Press and through the Stream 419 app. New episodes drop on Friday.
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- 180FW Enhances Lethality: Ohio Guard Participates in Checkered Flag and WSEP
- Metroparks, Mercy Health Prescribe Nature to Nurture Your Wellbeing
- The Ability Center partners with First Tee to launch All Access Golf, an Adaptive Sports Initiative
- BBB warns about tax frauds
- COVID-19 Remains A Real Threat
- Toledo Ranks in the Top 10 for New Business Investment by Site Selection Magazine
- Warning from Toledo’s 2014 water crisis goes unheeded
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- From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink spending
- Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
- Judge tosses Kennedy Center suit against musician who canceled Christmas Eve show
- A new exchange of fire with Iran in the Gulf tests the fragile ceasefire
- Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water
- Female Navy officers say they fear a career cap after Hegseth cuts women from promotions list
- Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders and Sam Altman are all talking about public ownership in AI
- These candidates for governor worked for Joe Biden. Some don't really talk about it though
- Judge halts Trump administration efforts to impose conditions on SNAP
- Governor wants to speed up work on a fly-breeding factory to fight a cattle parasite
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The Daily
- Everything You Need to Know About the World Cup June 6, 2026The 2026 World Cup is about to descend on North America — spread across three countries, with 48 teams, and 104 games, and with billions of fans across the globe tuning in to watch the biggest sporting event on the planet. Today, Tariq Panja, global soccer correspondent for The New York Times, breaks down everything […]
- One Town's Blueprint for Resegregating America June 5, 2026A real estate investor’s pursuit of cheap land has prompted a lawsuit against a compound in Arkansas that will test whether civil rights laws can stop a whites-only town from existing in America. Today, Debra Kamin, a New York Times investigative reporter, discusses the community and why its members are convinced that in this political […]
- How Trump Was Persuaded to Regulate A.I. June 4, 2026President Trump has begrudgingly accepted that artificial intelligence requires oversight and on Tuesday signed an executive order asking companies to voluntarily give the government access to new models before they’re released to the public. Tripp Mickle, who covers Silicon Valley, discusses the battle in the White House over the issue and how it played out […]
- Why the Ebola Outbreak Has Been Nearly Impossible to Stop June 3, 2026At the front lines of the Ebola crisis in Central Africa, badly equipped health workers with little outside support are losing the fight against one of the worst outbreaks in history. Declan Walsh, a New York Times correspondent covering the outbreak, takes us to the epicenter of the virus and explains why, so far, its […]
- How Elon Musk Engineered the World’s Biggest I.P.O. June 2, 2026SpaceX, Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite maker, is set to go public and begin selling shares as soon as next week. Ryan Mac, who reports on business, explains the plan for the company’s expected record-shattering debut on the stock market, and how it is changing the rules for investing. Guest: Ryan Mac, a New York […]
- Inside Trump’s Mad Dash to Renovate Washington June 1, 2026In the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary, President Trump is spending hundreds of millions of dollars on a major renovation of the nation’s capitol. David A. Fahrenthold, who has been investigating how the projects have come together, takes listeners on a walking tour of the sites being remade. Guest: David A. Fahrenthold, an investigative reporter […]
- Popcast: Olivia Rodrigo Tried Writing Love Songs. Then Life Got Messy. May 31, 2026Olivia Rodrigo sat down with Joe and Jon for her first in-depth conversation about her new album, “you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love,” out June 12. She discussed the many ways her creative process intersects with the extracurricular noise of pop superstardom, whether its managing relationship drama; being targeted for the […]
- Want to ‘Optimize’ Your Happiness? This Happiness Expert Says: Don’t. May 30, 2026Laurie Santos on what will really bring meaning and fulfillment to your life, and what won’t. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an […]
- Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz May 29, 2026While the United States and Iran have each signaled that they may be making progress toward a peace deal, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Thousands of crew members have been stranded in the shipping channel since the war broke out three months ago. Two seafarers who got stuck in the strait explain what it […]
- Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely? May 28, 2026For years, caretakers and health officials have been raising alarms about loneliness and social isolation among older Americans. Eli Saslow, a reporter at The New York Times, tells the story of one woman who is using artificial intelligence to keep her independence, and to keep her company. Guest: Eli Saslow, a reporter for The New […]
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- This 1,000-year-old pine tree’s protector fears changing weather patterns June 7, 2026As temperatures neared their midday peak, Hu Xiaosong was doing his regular patrol, at an altitude of more than 5,500 feet, to protect a 1,000-year-old pine tree that he says is like family to him.
- Why a luxury resort plan by Trump’s son-in-law sparked mass protests in Albania June 7, 2026President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has a formidable new opponent: a pink flamingo
- Why a luxury resort plan by Trump’s son-in-law sparked mass protests in Albania June 7, 2026President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has a formidable new opponent: a pink flamingo
- Simone Biles reveals she had a health scare and describes ‘almost dying’ June 7, 2026United States gymnastics great Simone Biles shared limited news of a health scare on Saturday, an experience she said included “almost dying.”The world’s most-decorated gymnast said on Instagram Stories that she had endured an unexpected situation, and she thanked well-wishers.“I’m not one to normally share things like this because I value privacy in today’s age,” […]
- Simone Biles reveals she had a health scare and describes ‘almost dying’ June 7, 2026United States gymnastics great Simone Biles shared limited news of a health scare on Saturday, an experience she said included “almost dying.”The world’s most-decorated gymnast said on Instagram Stories that she had endured an unexpected situation, and she thanked well-wishers.“I’m not one to normally share things like this because I value privacy in today’s age,” […]
- At least 12 shot near Ohio festival, gunmen still at large June 7, 2026At least 12 people were shot Saturday when gunmen, possibly aiming for each other, opened fire near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, police said.
- At least 12 shot near Ohio festival, gunmen still at large June 7, 2026At least 12 people were shot Saturday when gunmen, possibly aiming for each other, opened fire near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, police said.
- Judge drops murder charge against Arkansas sheriff candidate who killed a man June 6, 2026A judge has dropped the murder charge against Arkansas sheriff candidate Aaron Spencer, who killed a man accused of sexually abusing his daughter.
- Florida police share final report on Hulk Hogan’s cause of death June 6, 2026Terry Bollea — known professionally as Hulk Hogan — died of natural causes, according to a report released Friday by the Clearwater Police Department, concluding its investigation into the July 2025 death of the legendary pro wrestler.
- Pope Leo says he ‘certainly’ will support the U.S. in the World Cup June 6, 2026The United States has the papal blessing for the World Cup.
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- Three Britons plead guilty after restaurant owner killed in unpaid bill row June 7, 2026Three British men have pleaded guilty after a Canadian restaurant owner died following a row over an unpaid bill.
- Hegseth uses D-Day speech to issue immigration warning June 6, 2026Pete Hegseth has warned Europe is facing "an invasion of dangerous ideologies" arriving by sea, as he linked immigration to the legacy of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
- Pope jokes about Bad Bunny and which football teams he supports June 6, 2026Pope Leo revealed he'll be backing the USA and that he supports Real Madrid as he began a visit to Spain.
- FIFA to allow plastic water bottles at World Cup after backlash over ban June 6, 2026Football fans will be allowed to bring sealed disposable water bottles into World Cup stadiums in the US and Canada after criticism over a decision to ban reusable bottles.
- Russian satellites have been causing GPS disruption across Europe, scientists claim June 6, 2026A network of Russian satellites has caused brief disruptions to GPS signals across Europe on perhaps dozens of occasions since 2019, new research suggests.
- Keir Starmer to host Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders for talks June 6, 2026Sir Keir Starmer will host Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Number 10 for talks on the Russia and Ukraine conflict.
- Technical issue detected on one of UK's biggest warships June 6, 2026A technical issue has been detected on one of the UK's largest warships as it was docked in Norway, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said.
- Man dies after shark attack in Australia June 6, 2026A man has died after being attacked by a shark while fishing off Australia's southwestern coast, police say.