Best Bexley DEI Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 22 - Bexley School Board Candidates 2025 28:20

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29d ago28:20

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Join Bexley School Board Candidates (and sitting members) Joanne Pickrell, Dr. Jonathan Baker, & Patrick King for a discussion of what they bring to the role and where they see the future of our schools headed. You can find contact info & a biography for each of the board members here.By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 21 - City Council Candidate Spencer Cahoon 23:10

2M ago23:10

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Hear from City Council Candidate Spencer Cahoon regarding his vision for the Bexley's future. Learn more at www.CahoonForBexley.com or on Facebook ** We have extended invitations to all the city council and school board candidates. Most of the city council candidates have declined that invitation at this time, but we may hear from one other candida…

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Ep 20 - Bus Rapid Transit (Ft. Mayor Kessler & Megan Meyers) 31:26

3M ago31:26

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This month we take a look at Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) that COTA will be developing along the main street corridor in our community. Find out where we are, what we have control over, and what may be coming next. See the Bexley information about upcoming engagement opportunities and general BRT Info. Alternatively, you can see it directly from COTA. S…

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Ep 19 - Schools Funding & the State Budget (Ft. Kyle Smith & Dr. Jonathan Baker) 24:48

6M ago24:48

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State tax dollars fund 1/6 of our schools. That funding is currently on the state budget cutting block. The state is looking to force Ohio schools to refund levied taxes through a new 30% maximum reserve requirement. Hear about how this affects the Bexley Public Schools and how you can get involved to keep our schools financially strong. Contact Oh…

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Ep 18 - Library Funding & the State Budget (Ft. Ben Heckman) 30:27

6M ago30:27

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Did you know that our library is half funded by state tax dollars? Hear about the cuts facing libraries in in Ohio and what you can do to help keep our library strong. Contact Ohio Representative Dontavius Jarrells & Ohio Senator Hearcel F. Craig to let them know you want to see the libraries remain fully funded. Reach out to other representatives …

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Ep 17 - Bexley Natural Market Update (ft. Charles Ott) 30:33

7M ago30:33

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Come hear about what's going on at the Bexley Natural Market & how you can get involved to be part of the solution. Check them out at https://www.bexleynaturalmarket.org/ Follow them on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bexley_natural_market/ Interested in having the market carry your product, sponsoring a product, volunteering, or getting invo…

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Ep 16 - Sustainability Initiatives (Ft. Elizabeth Ellman) 37:15

10M ago37:15

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Join Bexley Sustainability Program Coordinator Elizabeth Ellman for a discussion of lesser known city sustainability initiatives and see what you can do to help make our community a more sustainable one. - Connect with Green Bexley - See Updates & Plans on the City's sustainability initiativesBy Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 15 - Unpacking the Election (through Civil Conversation) 46:11

12M ago46:11

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Following a particularly divisive election cycle, we take some time to speak with Bexley neighbors on each side of the aisle to hear about what about their selected candidates spoke to them. We hope that this kind of open sharing can help bring some understanding and, ultimately, healing as all move forward as a community and part of a nation.…

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Ep 14.5 - Issue 36 - BCS Levy (Feat Ted Cahill & Patrick King) 35:01

1y ago35:01

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Part 2 of our episodes on upcoming ballot issues. This episode address the Bexley City Schools operating levy. Come hear how it works, why it's being requested, and what the impact of voting for or against would be. Committee for Bexley Excellence - Our local group supporting the levy Bexley City Schools Levy Info - From BCS itself Levy Cost Estima…

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Ep 14 - Issues 1, 46, & 47 (Feat. Millie Hurtt) 50:48

1y ago50:48

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Learn about the ballot issues we'll be voting on this November. Here we address issues 1, 46, & 47 - with issue 36 being in part 2 (Ep 14.5). Issue 1 - Full text, bullet points, and endorsements Issue 46 - Franklin County Children's Services Levy Issue 47 - Central Ohio Transportation Authority Expansion - Dispatch article on this levy…

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Ep 13 - Summer Roundup 2024 39:48

1y ago39:48

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Your chance to get caught up on all your Bexley goings on this summer and going into the fall. Learn more about many of our topics today: Bexley City Schools Levy; Bexley Mural Festival; Columbus Restore; Newfangled Kitchen; Columbus dipping into reserve water supply amid drought drying out Ohio; The Lion; Katalina's; Excel Karate; Bexley Citizen's…

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Ep 12 - Supporting our Transgender Community (Ft. Micah Mitchell & Danny Hurley) 57:36

1+ y ago57:36

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As we step into pride month, we take a look at anti-transgender Ohio legislation affecting and targeting our community and how you can get involved to support your friends and neighbors. Raise your awareness, then raise your voice. Bexley City Schools Statement of Support - Equality Ohio - Trans Ohio - Bexley City Council…

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Ep 11 - Development Update (Feat. Mayor Kessler) 51:41

1+ y ago51:41

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Update on the development process regarding the proposed housing on Livingston and N. Cassidy by The Community Builders and the Trinity Apartment Redevelopment on Main Street. The lawsuits are done, zoning changes are in discussion, and we are looking to see what the future holds for Bexley.By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 10 - Rising Antisemitism (Feat. Rabbi Skolnik & Chief Lewis) 46:36

2y ago46:36

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Join us to hear about how rising antisemitism is impacting our community and how our community is responding. The link to the town hall event being hosted through Jewish Columbus, which Chief Lewis talks about.By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 9 - Year In Review, Drexel, Marijuana, Policing, Anti-Semitism, & Trinity Development 53:32

2y ago53:32

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Time for our year in review with quick talks about various issues in our community over the last year or so.By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 8 - City Council Candidates Markham, Saad, & Klingler + Issues 1 & 2 30:18

2y ago30:18

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Info on City Council Candidates Troy Markham, Jessica Saad, & Matt Klingler plus a rundown on ballot issues 1 & 2. Have your voice be heard on November 7th. Troy Markham - Facebook & Full Q & A Jessica Saad - Facebook & Website Matt Klingler - Facebook & WebsiteBy Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 7 - School Board Candidate Victoria Powers 25:20

2y ago25:20

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Meet and learn about Victoria Power candidate for Bexley Board of Education (and current BOE member). She shares what she see as the future for our schools and her role in guiding us in that direction. Learn more and follow Victoria at https://powersforourschools.org/ Or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Powersforourschools/ Remember to vote …

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Ep 6 - School Board Candidate Mike Carter 24:53

2y ago24:53

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Come hear about soon to be Bexley Board of Education Member Mike Carter, his background, experience with the Bexley City Schools, and his vision for where we are headed. Learn more about Mike on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550469716279. Remember to get out and vote this November.…

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Ep 5 - City Council Candidate Danny Hurley 23:00

2y ago23:00

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Learn about City Council Candidate Danny Hurley and what focus and new ideas he would bring to the role. Learn more about him on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094383217554 or on his campaign website - https://www.hurleyforbexley.com/By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 4 - City Council Candidate Alex Silverman 19:31

2y ago19:31

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Learn about City Council Candidate Alex Silverman and what focus and new ideas he would bring to the role. Learn more about him on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094413057811 or on his campaign website - https://silverman4bexley.com/By Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 3 - Issue 1 Special Election 20:00

2+ y ago20:00

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Find out what issue 1 is all about, why it matters, and how you can make your voice heard. Early Voting Hour & Absentee Information - https://vote.franklincountyohio.gov/Voters/Absentee-VotingBy Bexley DEI & Neighbors

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Ep 2 - Affordable Housing (Feat. Mayor Kessler & Jeff Beam) 1:00:00

2+ y ago1:00:00

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In this episode we look into affordable housing in planning and development in Bexley, Ohio. We talk with Jeff Beam of the The Community Builders about their prospective developments on Livingston & Cassidy to learn a bit more about what it will look like and who it will serve. We also talk with Mayor Kessler about the voluntary inclusionary zoning…

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Ep 1 - One Bexley (Featuring Ben Heckman) 44:54

2+ y ago44:54

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Discussing the "One Bexley" Project, which features a collaboration between the city, schools, and library. Bexley Public Library Director Ben Heckman shares some insights into the project. Follow along with One Bexley city updates at - https://bexley.org/onebexley/By Bexley DEI & Neighbors