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BEYOND THE STUDIO: End of Omicron in Sight? Not So Fast
January 12, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBThe omicron variant of Covid-19 is spreading like no variant before, but could the speed of its spread be its eventual undoing? We talked with Dr. Steve Feagins Chief Clinical Officer at Mercy Health and Medical Director for Hamilton County Public Health about what this variant is doing inside and outside of the hospital.
BEYOND THE STUDIO: Pandemic Holiday Shopping--What You Need To Know
November 25, 2021 02:50 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBWe call up Nerdwallet Personal Finance expert Kim Palmer to get a few tips to help you buy smart in during this pandemic holiday shopping season. @stevenalbritton @nerdwallet @kimberlypalmer
Pandemic Holiday Shopping--What You Need To Know
November 25, 2021 02:50 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBWe call up Nerdwallet Personal Finance expert Kim Palmer to get a few tips to help you buy smart in during this pandemic holiday shopping season. @stevenalbritton @nerdwallet @kimberlypalmer
From the Frontlines of Covid-19: What Healthcare Workers Want You to Hear.
October 29, 2021 03:10 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB4 healthcare workers continue to work to save lives and give the public the right information in the fight against Covid-19. They discuss what it's like to treat sick patients near the end of their life, what it's like to fight disinformation and talk in depth about what they wish the public could see in their day-to-day effort to end this pandemic. Bios Dr. Thomas Lamarre is an infectious disease specialist at Christ Hospital. Dr. Suzanne Bennett is the Director of the Cardiovas...
BEYOND THE STUDIO: From the Frontlines of Covid-19
October 29, 2021 03:10 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB4 healthcare workers continue to work to save lives and give the public the right information in the fight against Covid-19. They discuss what it's like to treat sick patients near the end of their life, what it's like to fight disinformation and talk in depth about what they wish the public could see in their day-to-day effort to end this pandemic. Bios Dr. Thomas Lamarre is an infectious disease specialist at Christ Hospital. Dr. Suzanne Bennett is the Director of the Cardiovas...
CHECK IN: Covid, Cancer, Coaching and More
September 29, 2021 04:01 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB18 months ago we spoke with Fairfield City Schools Occupational Therapist Emily(Christman) Masters about her breast cancer battle and returning to work amid a pandemic. In today's episode we check in on how her life has gone over the last 18 months between coaching, a wedding and teaching, and she reveals to us a big update in her life! @stevenalbritton @wlwt @LHS_tiger_cheer Here's a link to the previous episode: https://media.transistor.fm/061a67a3/20ee7180.mp3
Covid, Cancer, Coaching and More: The Check In
September 29, 2021 04:01 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB18 months ago we spoke with Fairfield City Schools Occupational Therapist Emily(Christman) Masters about her breast cancer battle and returning to work amid a pandemic. In today's episode we check in on how her life has gone over the last 18 months between coaching, a wedding and teaching, and she reveals to us a big update in her life! @stevenalbritton @wlwt @LHS_tiger_cheer Here's a link to the previous episode: https://media.transistor.fm/061a67a3/20ee7180.mp3
BEYOND THE STUDIO: Fact vs. Fiction on Covid 19
September 14, 2021 03:24 - 14 minutes - 20.6 MBDr. Stephen Blatt with TriHealth has worked in the field of infectious diseases for more than 35 years. We give him statements made on social media or in other public forums and ask him to debunk fact from fiction and truth from misleading. @jatara_ https://www.wlwt.com/article/get-the-facts-on-the-vax-debunking-claims-about-the-covid-19-vaccines/37505869
Fact vs. Fiction on Covid 19: Masks, Vaccines & More
September 14, 2021 03:24 - 14 minutes - 20.6 MBDr. Stephen Blatt with TriHealth has worked in the field of infectious diseases for more than 35 years. We give him statements made on social media or in other public forums and ask him to debunk fact from fiction and truth from misleading. @jatara_ https://www.wlwt.com/article/get-the-facts-on-the-vax-debunking-claims-about-the-covid-19-vaccines/37505869
A Front Row Seat At The Olympics - Former UC Bearcat & NBC Sports Reporter Lewis Johnson
July 22, 2021 23:47 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB@LewisJohnsonMG @StevenAlbritton @wlwt https://www.wlwt.com/article/lewis-johnson-uc-grad-broadcaster-covering-11th-olympics-in-tokyo/37106256
BEYOND THE STUDIO: A Front Row Seat At The Olympics
July 22, 2021 23:47 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB@LewisJohnsonMG @StevenAlbritton @wlwt https://www.wlwt.com/article/lewis-johnson-uc-grad-broadcaster-covering-11th-olympics-in-tokyo/37106256
BEYOND THE STUDIO: Paralympian Blake Haxton In His Own Words
July 20, 2021 21:26 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBNecrotizing fasciitis took a healthy active 18-year-old and turned him into a double amputee. Blake Haxton was just months away from starting at Ohio State when a pain in his calf turned into a life altering diagnosis. In this episode you'll hear how he fought through the long days and nights to now heading to his second Paralympic Games. You'll also hear his message of hope for the future that helps him continue to get better both mentally and physically. https://www.teamusa.org/...
Tragedy To Triumph - Paralympian Blake Haxton In His Own Words
July 20, 2021 21:26 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBNecrotizing fasciitis took a healthy active 18-year-old and turned him into a double amputee. Blake Haxton was just months away from starting at Ohio State when a pain in his calf turned into a life altering diagnosis. In this episode you'll hear how he fought through the long days and nights to now heading to his second Paralympic Games. You'll also hear his message of hope for the future that helps him continue to get better both mentally and physically. https://www.teamusa.org/...
The Surfside Collapse: Ohio Task Force 1 Arrives On Scene
July 03, 2021 01:28 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MB#Breaking Ohio Task Force 1 and their team of doctors, engineers, firefighters and more are on scene in Surfside, Florida. They'll be doing the painstaking and dangerous task of helping pull the rubble back after the condominium collapsed more than a week ago. @stevenalbritton https://www.facebook.com/OHTF1
Digging Through The Rubble: A firsthand account from a First Responder
June 30, 2021 03:10 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MBWith the terrible condominium collapse in Florida leaving more than 100 people missing, we speak to the Incident Commander for the Killen Generating Station collapse. It was being torn down in Adams County before collapsing and trapping 5 people underneath, only three survived.
Your Money: A Car Market In Flux - What You Need To Know
June 09, 2021 21:33 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBEmilie Voss from CarFax and Charlie Hopper from the Greater Cincinnati Auto Dealers Association join the podcast to break down why the car market is in a historic time and how you, as a consumer, can go about taking advantage of it while avoiding pitfalls along the way. https://www.wlwt.com/article/used-car-prices-soaring-low-inventory-leads-to-higher-values/36678766
Project Community: Black and Blue -- Being Black Behind The Badge
June 03, 2021 01:26 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBClick here to watch the full special as it aired. https://www.wlwt.com/article/project-community-black-and-blue-1622560314/36594813
The Death of George Floyd: One Year Later In A Quest For Change
May 26, 2021 03:39 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBhttps://www.wlwt.com/article/how-george-floyds-death-impacted-policing-in-cincinnati/36535884
Hypermiling: Tips to improve your MPG from a World Record Holder!
May 18, 2021 22:12 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBIt takes lots of practice, but "hypermiling" could be the technique that keeps gas in your car longer. World Record holder Wayne Gerdes joins the podcast to take us through how anticipate your driving, simple tips to take care of your car and why reading the manual for your vehicle could also make the difference in potentially doubling your miles per gallon.
Nahla Miller: Another Child Lost to Violence At Home
May 12, 2021 21:21 - 5 minutes - 7.82 MBHamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters is seeking justice for yet another child who allegedly died at the hands of someone who was expected to protect them. https://www.wlwt.com/article/live-prosecutor-gives-update-on-mother-charged-with-beating-4-year-old-daughter/36384646
Drafting The Future: The Cincinnati Bengals 2021 NFL Draft
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBAfter a 4-11-1 season the Bengals are looking to add difference makers to the roster. After spending a good amount of cash in free agency, the focus now turns to the NFL Draft where they hold the 5th overall pick. Will they add a weapon at wide receiver or tight end? Or will they draft a potential cornerstone for the forseeable future on the offensive line to protect QB Joe Burrow. Bengals.com Senior Writer Geoff Hobson (@GeoffHobsonCin) and PFF Analyst Mike Renner (@PFF_Mike) join ...
Leaving the Planet! Crew 2 Ready to Launch
April 22, 2021 13:36 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBWLWT News 5's Kelly Rippin talks with an astronaut about NASA's collaboration with SpaceX to send four astronauts to the International Space Station
A Trauma That Never Seems To End
April 14, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBThe trauma of police shootings of black men and women never seems to end. On March 11, 2021 Daunte Wright was mistakenly shot and killed by a 26-year police veteran. She thought she was pulling her taser while trying to arrest Wright, but she actually pulled out her gun and fired one round. This happened just miles from where the trial of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is on trial for the murder of George Floyd. Nearly a year ago, he pressed his knee on the neck of ...
Murder for Hire In Cincinnati
April 08, 2021 01:50 - 5 minutes - 7.78 MBHamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters brings a long list of murder and assault charges against 4 adults and a 14-year-old. Hear the long list of charges that follows these defendants and the crimes their accused of committing that's left 4 people dead and another 3 seriously injured. https://www.wlwt.com/article/prosecutor-5-indicted-in-series-of-connected-slayings-across-cincinnati/36052371
Baseball is Back! The Season Outlook for the 2021 Cincinnati Reds.
March 31, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBAfter shortened season and an even shorter playoff run, the Cincinnati Reds are back in action and have their sights set up a deep playoff run. WLWT News 5 Sports Director George Vogel (@vogel_wlwt) joins the pod to talk about the changes to the roster, the loss of Trevor Bauer and how the Reds plan improve on their league worst team batting average. You'll also hear about the new Covid-19 protocols inside GABP for 2021. @reds. https://www.wlwt.com/article/cincinnati-reds-announce...
A Cincy Native Brings Home A Grammy: A conversation with Kellen "Pom Pom" Pomeranz
March 25, 2021 03:54 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBKellen "Pom Pom" Pomeranz grew up loving music and wanted to make it her career. After years of grinding through the music business and honing her craft as a producer and songwriter, that hard work has paid off with her first Grammy win working with a team that included John Legend. You'll hear how she kept working through the hard times to create music with her own style and how she keeps her perspectives fresh in an ever changing field of work. http://arcadesongs.com/songwriter/...
The Rise of Brood X -- The Cicadas are Coming!
March 18, 2021 01:11 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBAre you ready for the invasion? Millions and millions of the 17-year Brood X cicadas are spending their last few weeks underground before they return to the surface and into the trees. Just like in 2004, when they rise, you'll hear the deafening sound of their mating call as they look for a partner to lay eggs before descending back below the surface. Dr. Gene Kritsky of Mount St. Joseph's University joins the podcast to talk all things cicada. You'll learn about what they really ar...
"One of Ohio's Greatest Hours" -- 1 on 1 with Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff & The Fight Against Covid-19
March 12, 2021 01:51 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBDr. Bruce Vanderhoff goes 1 on 1 with WLWT. We discuss how the state formulated the group order for vaccination, how they're trying to address racial inequities in positive cases and vaccinations and how Dr. Vanderhoff is optimistic with how this virus will be defeated here in Ohio. -How to get vaccinated: https://www.wlwt.com/article/covid-19-vaccine-where-when-you-can-get-vaccinated-in-ohio-kentucky-indiana/35371524 -Ohio Covid-19 Dashboard: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/port...
The Search for Nylo Lattimore: A "Barbaric" Ending
February 25, 2021 03:45 - 6 minutes - 8.78 MBIt's been a mystery since early December 2020. What happened to 3-year-old Nylo Lattimore? Wednesday, February 24th Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters announced more murder charges that carry the death penalty against a suspect already charged with killing Nylo's mother, Nyteisha. Prosecutor Deters describes what they believe happened to Nylo as "barbaric." Note: Some content in this episode may be disturbing to listeners. https://www.wlwt.com/article/man-indicted-in-death-of-3...
Back to Mars: Perseverance Prepares for Landing!
February 18, 2021 00:53 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBNASA is returning to the surface of Mars! The Perseverance Rover will hopefully make a safe landing during the afternoon of Thursday, February 18th. Here from NASA EDL Systems Engineer Chloe Sackier and University of Cincinnati Professor & Astrobiologist Dr. Andy Czaja about their roles sending another mission to Mars! You'll also get a detailed account of the "7 Minutes Of Terror" that could make or break this mission. You can watch the mission live at https://www.nasa.gov/nasalive...
Fighting Back Against Covid-19: What's Next?
February 10, 2021 09:30 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBThe White House Covid Response team gives their updates on where we stand with vaccines, keeping people safe and re-opening schools. Also there are new numbers out on who is willing to get the vaccine as the country strives for herd immunity to get back to our new normal way of life. You'll hear from the White House Senior Advisor for the Covid Response Team Andy Slavitt, Director of the National Institute of Health Dr. Anthony Fauci and CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky.
The American Rescue Plan - In The White House's Words
February 04, 2021 01:09 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBWLWT News 5 Beyond the Studio is back in 2021! In this first episode of the year, we hear from an expert from the White House on the American Rescue Plan put forth by the Biden Administration. We talk about the challenges that lay ahead to get stimulus checks out to Americans, the fight against Covid-19 and if the federal minimum wage will go up to $15.
Looking Back on 2020 & Ahead to 2021
December 31, 2020 04:27 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBSo much happened in 2020 that it's hard to keep track of. From the pandemic, to racial equality marches to a divisive election season and so much more, we sit down with WLWT News 5 Anchors Kelly Rippin, Colin Mayfield, Ashley Kirklen, Sheree Paolello and Mike Dardis to hear their thoughts on the past year. They'll tell you how the year has changed their own lives both at work and at home, and the things that give them hope for a brighter future for 2021. @KellyRippin @WLWTColin @A...
E-Sports Taking Over Ohio Schools
December 16, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBWhat started out with just a few schools has now exploded in just two years to 130 districts and 2600 participants. ESports Ohio has taken video games out of the basement and put them into the hands of teens at school. What they're doing is more than just playing a game. Now, it's giving more chances for kids to succeed, helping them learn critical life skills and possibly taking these teenagers to places they never thought they'd go. If you'd like to learn more about ESports or how...
Tamaya Dennard: Councilmember to Convicted Felon In Her Own Words
December 09, 2020 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31 MBGuilty of corruption. Former Cincinnati City Councilwoman Tamaya Dennard is now facing the reality of reporting to prison for an 18-month term. She plead guilty to selling her vote as a councilwoman in return for $15,000 dollars. She got on a Zoom call with WLWT News 5's John London to talk about her past, her future and how she intends to continue to help those in need while apologizing to those she hurt along the way. https://www.wlwt.com/article/former-lawmaker-convicted-felon-...
Storytellers of the Pandemic
December 03, 2020 04:15 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MBWe've brought you the stories of this pandemic, now we are bringing you the storytellers. WLWT News 5 reporters Helena Battipaglia & Jatara McGee share their experiences covering the Covid-19 pandemic. From adapting to a new way of interviewing to the fight for giving out the facts, we are lifting up the curtain on those who are working in the thick of the pandemic to tell you all about what's happening with the coronavirus.
Hot Mic, Hot Water - Thom Brennaman Sits Down With WLWT
November 25, 2020 04:35 - 27 minutes - 38 MBHe thought they were still in a commercial break, but they had just come back on air. In a moment caught on air, former Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman used a homophobic slur that went viral across the internet. WLWT News 5 Anchor Mike Dardis sits down with Brennamen to hear more about that moment, how he's trying to use it to learn and grow himself and how he hopes that one word which ended his Reds career will be a lesson to others to not make the same mistake.
The Stories Behind Covid-19: Lives Impacted, Lives Lost, Lives Changed
November 18, 2020 09:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBThis episode features stories from WLWT's team of reporters on how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted lives in so many different ways. @StevenAlbritton **WLWT News 5 Investigative Reporter Todd Tykes (@ToddDykesWLWT) shows you how the stress of the pandemic is taking people to the dentist and other impacts to basic self care. **WLWT News 5 Investigative Reporter Jatara McGee (@jatara_) takes us to a wedding that turned into a super spreader event. The bride and groom tell us how...
Cincinnati City Council Corruption...Again
November 11, 2020 19:39 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBCincinnati City Councilman Jeff Pastor is arrested early Tuesday November 11, 2020 on charges of bribery, extortion and more. This pod takes you inside the 20-page indictment, what the prosecutor and FBI Special Agent in Charge have to say and what his colleagues on and around the council are saying he should do after learning he allegedly accepted $55,000 in return for his council vote and favors.
Commitment 2020: Hamilton County Prosecutor & Hamilton County Sheriff Debates
October 28, 2020 02:46 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBCommitment 2020: WLWT hosts two more debates. First up, a 30-minute face off for the Hamilton County Prosecutor between incumbent republican Joe Deters and challenger democrat Fanon Rucker. That' s followed up by a match up for Hamilton Sheriff between republican Bruce Hoffbauer & democrat Charmaine McGuffey. They face tough questions surrounding police reform and criminal justice issues facing Hamilton County.
Commitment 2020: OH House District 28 & Hamilton County Commissioner Debates
October 28, 2020 01:04 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBCommitment 2020: WLWT hosts two more debates. First up, a 30-minute face off for the Ohio House District 28 between Incumbent Democrat Jessica Miranda and challenger Republican Chris Monzel. That is followed up by a match up for a Hamilton County Commissioner Seat between Republican Andy Black & Independent Dr. Herman Najoli. Democratic candidate Alicia Reece declined multiple invites to be a part of the Hamilton County Commissioner Debate.
Commitment 2020: OH-1 Debate Chabot vs. Schroder
October 21, 2020 00:30 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBThe hour long debate between Steve Chabot and Kate Schroder covers a variety of topics. From coronavirus to police brutality, to attack ads and how each candidate would handle calls to defund police.
Commitment 2020: OH-1 Chabot vs. Schroder
October 21, 2020 00:30 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBCommitment 2020: WLWT Hosts the heated debate between Republican incumbent Steve Chabot and Democratic challenger Kate Schroder for Ohio's 1st Congressional District.
Commitment 2020: OH-2 Debate: Wenstrup vs Castle
October 14, 2020 01:26 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBThe hour long debate between Dr. Brad Wenstrup and Jamie Castle covers a variety of topics. From coronavirus to police brutality, to funding a new Brent Spence Bridge and how each candidate would handle calls to defund police.
Commitment 2020 OH-8 Debate: Davidson vs. Enoch
October 07, 2020 03:58 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBThe hour long debate between Warren Davidson and Dr. Vanessa Enoch covers a variety of topics. From coronavirus to police brutality, to funding a new Brent Spence Bridge and what each candidate would say giving a toast to the other.
President Trump Positive For Covid-19
October 03, 2020 03:56 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBPresident Trump tells the world he is positive with Covid-19. Hours later he is taken by helicopter to Walter Reed Hospital for a precautionary stay over the next few days. In this breaking episode, you'll hear the timeline of when the President may have contracted the virus, what his outlook may look like and how his campaign will have to adjust with only around 30 days left until the election. Also Ohio Governor Mike Dewine talks about when he met President Trump on Air Force One ...
The Cincinnati Reds Are Playoff Bound!
September 29, 2020 03:38 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBWith big money spent in the offseason, big expectations and excitement came with it heading into the 2020 Reds season. After an extremely slow start and major slumps in the middle of the 60-game season, the Reds fought back to snag one of 8 playoff spots. Now they are the hottest team in the MLB heading into a 3-game wildcard match up with the Atlanta Braves. @StevenAlbritton
Madeira Plane Crash Mystery
September 23, 2020 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBThe NTSB has completed their analysis of the May 12, 2019 crash of a small airplane into a Madeira home. This is the story of the moments leading up to that fateful accident, the people who saw it all happen and what the NTSB says brought this plane down killing the pilot on board. @StevenAlbritton
Ohio Called To The Wildfire Frontlines
September 16, 2020 23:35 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBMorgan Township Fire Chief Jeff Galloway has been called to California to help fight record-breaking forest fires. You'll hear his first hand account of the difficulties their having, how Covid-19 has made them rethink how they deploy and how you can help those affected by these fires. You can see pictures of what Jeff is doing on his Facebook page in the link below and can donate to Wildland Firefighter Foundation to help firefighters in need. https://www.facebook.com/jeff.gallow...
2020 Cincinnati Bengals Season Preview
September 09, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 46.7 MBAfter a dismal 2-14 season in 2019, the Cincinnati Bengals are looking to start a new era of football in the Queen City. With 1st overall pick, Joe Burrow, now playing QB and 2nd-year head coach Zac Taylor looking to chart a path to wins for the Bengals, it all gets started against the LA Chargers in Week 1. WLWT News 5 Sports Reporter Brandon Saho joins the podcast to break down the team, the schedule and what you should look out for throughout the season. 2020 Cincinnati Bengals...