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Jesse Owens amazed crowds at the 1936 Olympics by proving that Hitler was wrong. Join us on this hour as we talk about this untold story of Owens. Then, Ruby Elzy was an African-American opera music star who became one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation. We’ll talk about an OSU Opera production about Elzy’s life and career.
In the second hour: Freedom to Marry Movement: Pro and Con
February 8, 2012
Blue Men, and lots of them, are coming to Columbus! And although the Blue Men are supposed to be silent, they’re talking to us… A necessity in a radio interview… On this hour of “All Sides,” we’ll talk about the show, their performance and their national tour. Then, how can we prevent or reverse heart disease in women?
Kasich held his annual State of the State address yesterday in Steubenville… So what will be up next for the Ohio Statehouse? Our panel will update you on all Ohio political news.
February 7, 2012
Millions of people texted, Facebooked, Tweeted, or used other social media sites to discuss their opinions of Sunday’s Super Bowl, whether or not the post was actually about football. Then, we’ll talk about online security and how to keep yourself safe. Finally, we’ll talk about some new gadgets that are hitting the market.
The city of Steubenville has been chosen by Governor John Kasich to host the State of the State address… Why Steubenville? And how will this help the city? Then, before we hear the Governor’s State of the State address, what are the issues and what are conditions in different regions of the state?
February 6, 2012
Creativity… In our culture, creativity is often linked with the arts and artists. But, creativity can also be found in science, engineering and all disciplines and professions. Today on “All Sides,” how do we strengthen and nurture creativity? And how do we provide creative educational experiences for children of all ages?
State officials warned last summer that funding for new highway projects in Ohio was becoming scarce, but they didn’t specify just how scarce. As the gas tax revenue declines annually, costs of major road projects are still climbing. But how does ODOT fix the problem? On this hour of “All Sides,” we’re talking about the future in funding for ODOT.
February 3, 2012
There are plenty of restaurants in Columbus, but I’m sure you couldn’t name them all… On this hour of “All Sides,” WOSU News Host Marilyn Smith will hold a panel to discuss the biggest, brightest and most delicious restaurants in Columbus.
Everyone reacts to a scary movie in a different way… Some are thrilled by the adrenaline and don’t want it to end, others close their eyes and want to cower in a corner until it’s over. Author Taylor Clark will be on “All Sides” today to explore the science behind simple human reactions to these emotions.
February 2, 2012
First, how are Latin Americans transitioning to life in Ohio, especially women? Then, it’s 2012, which means Columbus is celebrating its 200th birthday. Events and celebrations will take place all year. On this segment of “All Sides,” we’ll talk about the upcoming events.
It’s primary season… Can you tell? We’ll talk all things Republican primaries, Obama, Congress and more. Then, the city of Indianapolis is no stranger to hosting nationally recognized events, but the Super Bowl is bigger than big. How has the city prepared? We’ll talk about these topics and more in this segment of “All Sides.”
February 1, 2012
A new exhibit at COSI explores the science, history and everyday issues of race and racism. On this hour of “All Sides,” we’ll explore the topic of racism in modern science and society.
State officials warned last summer that funding for new highway projects in Ohio was becoming scarce, but they didn’t specify just how scarce. As the gas tax revenue declines annually, costs of major road projects are still climbing. But how does ODOT fix the problem? On this hour of “All Sides,” we’re talking about the future in funding for ODOT.
January 31, 2012
First, we’ll talk about connected car technology. What is it? What does it do? Then, we’ll talk about windows phones and their expansion with Nokia. And finally, we’ll talk about a new watch technology and some earbuds to go with them. Join us on this hour of Tech Tuesday on “All Sides.”
Is football just a game? What does it have to do with physics? University of Nebraska physics professor Timothy Gay has created a collision of sorts between football and physics by studying the science behind collisions in football. It sounds confusing, but he makes it simple. We’ll talk about this and more science behind football.
