Town Hall Ohio

What's the next big thing in the grocery store? New foods? New experiences? The place we go to buy food and what we find there is undergoing dramatic change. It's time to get a grip on our groceries. Guest: Phil Lempert, The Supermarket Guru. Length 39:20

One factor most closely linked to our quality of life is our health. But how do we maintain it, and is it our job or our doctors job? What determines it; genetics, environment, or behavior? We talk healthcare with Dr. Steven Gabbe, OSU Medical Center, and Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length: 39:20

Given the fact it hasn't stopped snowing since last November, we're not too anxious to think about next November but we need to. It's an election year and we have a panel of political reporters to give us a look ahead. Guest: Karen Kasler, Ohio Public Radio/TV, Jim Heath, WBNS, Marc Kovac, Dix News.

As listeners of the show you probably have an understanding of how the county Farm Bureaus are linked to Ohio Farm Bureau. Well, our state organization is linked to the American Farm Bureau Federation. AFBF Executive VP, Julie Anna Potts, and OFBF President, Steve Hirsch are our guest. Length 39:20

The plan is by the end of March some 7 million Americans will be signed up for health insurance. Some say that's good for the insured and the health profession, while others say it socialized medicine. Guest: Dr. Steven Gabbe, OSU, Ben Southerly, Columbus Dispatch, Dan Rapp, OFBF Length: 39:20

If you some time on Sunday mornings reading the newspaper, then you may be familiar with the political column by Joe Hallett, senior editor of the Columbus Dispatch. That column and a lot of other good reporting is going away as Joe retires after more than 40 years in the business. Length 39:20

They call it “The People's House.” The Ohio Statehouse is both a monument to the history of our state, and the seat of our modern day government. We learn about this historic Ohio landmark. Guest; Cheryl Straker and Luke Stedke, Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board. Length 39:20

By most accounts, 2013 was a pretty good year for the economy. But what's in store for 2014? Nationwide chief economist Dr. David Berson gives some insights into the state, national and global economy for the coming year. Length: 39:20

What's in store at the Statehouse for 2014? We look at top issues from 2013, and preview state government news stories you'll be reading and hearing about in the coming year. Guest: Laura Bischoff, Dayton Daily News, Mike Thompson, WOSU TV, and Marcus Roth, Gongwer News Service. Length: 39:20

Meat has been part of our diet for thousands of years. This day having some type of meat as part of a meal is something we often take for granted. Over time, how has meat not only fit into our diet, but in society as a whole? Guest: author, Maureen Ogle. Length 39:20

There are nearly 840 thousand students attending college in Ohio, and close to a third of them are going to community colleges. Ohio's 23 community colleges are catering to students fresh out of high school or in mid life making major career changes. Length: 39:20

In the1920’s, Ohio Farm Bureau members weren't happy with the way they were treated by auto insurance companies, so they started their own. Today, Nationwide Insurance has blossomed into a Fortune 100 company. Nationwide's president and COO, Mark Pizzi, talks all things insurance. Length 39:20

Turkey production, some holiday myths and traditions, and a report on how much you likely spent on feeding the family this year. We're putting the wrap on Thanksgiving. Length 39:20

In today's political world, it seems there are only two sides: left and right. However, things get done in the middle. So what's the secret to getting things done? Guest: Ted Celeste, founder Next Generation, Ohio Senator, Frank Larose, 27th District. Length: 39:20

One of our most basic expectations as Ohioans is to feel safe. Assuring that expectation is met, is in large part a responsibility of the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Guest: John Born, Director ODPS, Colonel Paul Pride, Superintendent OSHP, Jack Fisher, Exec. Dir. OFBF. Length: 39:20

Keith Faber is the president of the Ohio Senate and has made his mark in Ohio politics by supporting lower taxes, restraint in state spending and overall smaller and more responsive government. Discussion with Sen. Faber. Guest: Sen. Keith Faber, Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length 39:20

When it comes to being a successful farming enterprise, Cooper Farms meets that standard. Producing 200 million pounds of live turkeys every year. More than 300 thousand pigs and some 30 million dozen table eggs. And yet, it's a family operation. Guest: Gary Cooper, COO Cooper Farms, Length 39:20.

Ohio’s Senator Sherrod Brown is on the farm bill conference committee, and spoke with OFBF’s Joe Cornely about crop insurance, the link between farm programs and nutrition programs, agriculture’s clout in DC and how a farm bill might show congress how to get along.

Should Ohio expand it's Medicaid program? The question comes with a variety of economic, health and moral implications, as well as some political ones. Guest: Jon Allison, Ohio Alliance for Health Transformation; Robert Alt, Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions.

Medicaid expansion in Ohio is debated on the next Town Hall Ohio.