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March 1, 2013
The Sandy Hook Elementary school shooter was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism. This sparked debate about the syndrome, and potential connection between Asperger’s and violence, though no link is thought to exist. On this hour, we’ll discuss what life is like for people with Asperger’s and their families.
In less than two weeks, Dine Originals Columbus will celebrate its 10th anniversary! On this hour of All Sides Weekend, we’ll discuss which wine tastings, festivals, and fixed-price menus can’t be missed March 11-20.
March 4, 2013
Believe it or not, spring is almost upon us; so scrape the ice off your trowel and get planting! On this hour, we’ll learn how to plan our spring gardens, and more importantly, which seedlings now will make delicious meals later.
On this hour, we’re holding an open forum. What topics are both in the news and on your mind? Are you feeling the effects of the sequester? Call in and share your thoughts.
March 5, 2013
The US Postal Service recently announced that it would be cutting Saturday service in an effort to shave $2 billion a year from its losses. The change could hit rural post offices especially hard. On this hour, we’ll discuss the current state of the post office, and whether its future is signed and sealed.
In the first segment of Tech Tuesday, we’ll learn about the Copyright Alert System–a warning system aimed at curbing illegal downloads. Then we’ll discuss the implications of some new, potentially life-saving apps for your smartphone. Last, we’ll talk with our gadget inspector about his latest discoveries.
March 6, 2013
A recent poll by Quinnipiac University found that most Ohioans are wary of Governor Kasich’s new tax plan. The revamp decreases the income tax and expands the sales tax. In this hour, we’ll take a close look at the tax strategy of Ohio’s budget.
On this hour of Wellness Wednesday, we’ll look at a free mobile app that simulates real life surgeries. Then we’ll talk to a concerned grandmother about strategies for coping with a grandchild’s ADHD. Finally, we’ll explore a movement to empower patients using a combination of scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
March 7, 2013
Every year, the average American consumes almost 3 pounds of sodium, and seventy pounds of sugar. Most of this excessive intake comes hidden in the processed foods we eat. And that’s no accident. This hour, we’ll learn how the junk food industry hooks us with precise “flavor formulas,” and advertises to keep us coming back for more.
March 10th is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to consider the often overlooked impact of the disease on females. With innovative treatments and the recent ” functional cure” of a baby born with AIDS, the future looks promising. On this hour, we’ll look at the latest findings in HIV/AIDS research.
March 8, 2013
Former Washington D.C. Chancellor of Public Instruction Michelle Rhee has fought for education reform in America for years. On this hour, Michelle joins us in studio to talk about her latest work with an advocacy group she founded and her new book coming out in February.
In this hour of All Sides Weekend, host Christopher Purdy will discuss what’s new in the literary world with with three of Columbus’ top book worms. So, what’s between your covers? Call in and let us know.
March 11, 2013
Last week, JobsOhio, Governor John Kasich’s private job-creation corporation, came under scrutiny for allegedly funneling $5 million in public money into its own funds. The Governor responded to questions, saying that it’s “complicated.” This hour, we’ll talk to a panel of reporters and policy experts to gain some insight into this issue.
Remember hopscotch? Jacks? Double Dutch? Believe it or not, it’s still possible to have a lot of fun without a screen. This hour we’ll talk about how to unplug your kids and get their creative juices flowing. Last one in’s a rotten egg!
March 12, 2013
A few weeks ago, Ohio State’s hockey team hosted the NCAA’s first ever Divison 1 “Pride Night,” in support of the “You Can Play” initiative.. In this hour, we’ll discuss college sports and how attitudes on homosexuality are shifting.
On this episode of Tech Tuesday, we’ll discuss how the internet is becoming dominated by a few companies, and in one author’s words, “how capitalism is turning the internet against democracy.” Then we’ll learn about new technology allowing libraries to send anything on its shelves straight to your computer. Finally, it’s the latest in gadgets.
March 13, 2013
When Gerald Shea was a kid, “Be airful washing the trees” meant, “Be careful crossing the street.” Shea wasn’t foreign–he was deaf, and he wasn’t diagnosed until age 34. On this hour, we’ll talk to Shea about how he excelled despite his deafness. We’ll also talk to an audiologist about her work helping people hear, and hear for life.
On this hour of Wellness Wednesday, we’ll learn about the phenomenon of physician burnout, and what it means for your doctor and for you. Then we’ll discuss a new sleep study about the surprising effects of Daylight Saving Time. Last, we’ll talk to an MD about medication guidelines and other wellness news.
March 14, 2013
Believe it or not, we’re already a month into Lent, a time when Christians reflect on their misdeeds and pardon their wrongdoers. In honor of the season, All Sides will explore the virtue of forgiveness. We’ll discuss why it can feel so good to hold a grudge, but how forgiveness makes us stronger–and how we can forgive the unforgivable.
White smoke billowed from the Vatican’s chimney on Wednesday, signaling that Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina will step up as Pope Francis the 266th, the first South American pope ever. On this hour of All Sides, we’ll discuss what effects the new Pope’s origins might have on the papacy, and what issues Pope Francis will confront.
March 15, 2013
After the Communist revolution of 1959, Fidel Castro declared Cuba an atheist state. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba has seen a resurgence of religious activity, but not everyone is happy. This hour explores what happens when oppressive regimes ease religious restrictions.
In this hour of All Sides Weekend, host Christopher Purdy will fill us in on what’s going on in the Columbus arts world. From fun events this weekend, to must-see upcoming productions, we’ll learn what not to miss in Buckeye City.
March 18, 2013
Some Americans braced for the worst when the dreaded sequester took effect. But two weeks after the $85 billion in federal spending cuts started rolling out, most folks are still waiting to feel the impact. In this hour, All Sides examines whether the sequester was a false alarm, or if we should still be holding our breath.
We’ll take your calls on the verdict in the Steubenville rape case, Senator Portman’s reversal on gay marriage, and the continuing controversy over JobsOhio.
March 19, 2013
The second season of the BBC’s hit show “Call the Midwife” begins March 31. In this hour, we’ll talk to the show’s technical advisor about how she coaches the actresses through (pretend) childbirth, while maintaining historical accuracy. Then we’ll discuss the effects of regulation and non-regulation of midwifery in present-day Ohio, and New York.
On this episode of Tech Tuesday, we’ll learn about the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s new online video collection, which sends movies right to your electronic devices. Then we’ll explore the latest in bird watching technology with the editor of Bird Watcher’s Digest. Finally, our own gadget expert will share his latest findings.
March 20, 2013
Yes, folks, spring is technically here. But as temperatures warm, what happens to all that snow melt and spring rain? In this hour of All Sides, we’ll explore the hidden world of vernal pools–the endangered, ephemeral bodies of water that form every spring to host hundreds of creatures, and then disappear.
In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, we’ll hear shocking new research that shows how a bolt of electricity can improve creativity. We’ll also learn about Lynch Syndrome, an inherited cancer of the digestive tract. And finally, we’ll talk to the author of a book about the importance of a baby’s first three months of life, or “fourth trimester.”
March 21, 2013
One hundred years ago this week, the nation suffered its most widespread flood ever–1000 people were killed, and hundreds of thousands of homes were destroyed throughout fourteen states. In this hour, All Sides will take a look at the 1913 disaster, the origins of our modern flood-control systems, explore what’s changed, and what hasn’t.
Get out your binoculars, because this hour of All Sides is for the birds. Artist, author and naturalist Julie Zickefoose will tell us which critters to look out for this time of year, how to attract them to your feeders, and which songs belong to which birds.
March 22, 2013
When pets are adopted or brought into our homes, we often don’t think about the effects of the new animal on our life. On this hour, we’ll talk about how pets make us better people.
If you’re like most Ohioans, springtime probably has you feeling all peripatetic. To help you decide how to scratch your travel itch, this hour of All Sides Weekend will give the lowdown on great destinations close to home and what’s worth the schlep.
March 25, 2013
Although trial by jury is a civil right for Americans, most aren’t exactly excited to receive the summons to report for jury duty. On this hour, we’ll talk about why it’s so unpopular, what it’s really like, and why it matters to our justice system.
John Schwartz, a journalist for the New York Times, and his wife suspected their son was gay long before their son came out. On this hour, we’ll talk about how families cope with the struggles facing gay youth.
March 26, 2013
By all accounts, 1968 was a difficult year for America. But while the country was reeling from the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Bobby Kennedy, and split in half by the Vietnam War, our national pastime was bringing us together. In this hour of All Sides, we’ll take a deeper look at a baseball season that changed everything.
On this episode of Tech Tuesday, we’ll learn about the new technology that will enhance your next museum visit. Then we’ll discuss how modern cars know where you live, who you call, and how often you use your seatbelt. Last, we’ll check in with our tech guru to find out the latest in gadgetry.
March 27, 2013
The city of Dayton, Ohio was once a bustling metropolis. It was home to the Wright brothers and the aerospace industry, and a hub of manufacturing. But the Gem City started falling on hard economic times in the 1980s. In this hour, we’ll talk to residents who have documented the city’s struggle and participated in its remarkable resurgence.
Smile! It will make you smarter. On this episode of Wellness Wednesday, we’ll examine new research that suggests that being in a good mood can improve decision-making and memory in older adults. We’ll also learn about the dangers of taking some medical studies too seriously. Last, we’ll hear how to get the most out of our workouts.
March 28, 2013
The US Supreme Court recently took up the issue of gay marriage, hearing arguments regarding the constitutionality of California’s Proposition 8 on Tuesday, and the Defense of Marriage Act on Wednesday. On this hour of All Sides, we’ll take a close look at the court’s hearings, and untangle the issue of who can tie the knot.
Although only about twenty percent of Americans live in rural communities, the health of these communities is vital to the health of the nation. In this hour of All Sides, we’ll discuss the makings of a vital rural community, and what it takes to preserve this way of life.
March 29, 2013
The second season of the BBC’s hit show “Call the Midwife” begins March 31. In this hour, we’ll talk to the show’s technical advisor about how she coaches the actresses through (pretend) childbirth, while maintaining historical accuracy. Then we’ll discuss the effects of regulation and non-regulation of midwifery in present-day Ohio, and New York.
It’s almost Easter, and that means the end of Lent, a period when Christians reflect on their misdeeds and pardon their wrongdoers. In honor of the season, this hour of All Sides will explore the virtue of forgiveness. We’ll discuss why it feels good to hold a grudge, but how forgiveness makes us stronger–and how we can forgive the unforgivable.
