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We are in Contact with author Doug Tracy. His book Times, Crimes and the Tenderloin … in pre-prohibition Toledo takes a look at the city's more seamy history.

Author Ray Welling discusses his historical novel Byline for the Dead set against one of the most violent labor uprisings in American history - the Auto-Lite strike in Toledo.

Radio personality Josh David recounts his exploits exploring the paranormal.

The city of Toledo is rich in tradition and history, including a lively collection of spooky tales and odd occurrences.  I chat with the author of "Haunted Toledo," Chris Bores.

The national Rail Nation Conference will be held in Toledo. The organization advocates for increased passenger rail service. Vice-President Stu Nicholson discusses the potential benefits of increased passenger rail service.

Reverend Gayle Catinella, rector at St. Michael's in the Hills, discusses the Neighbor 2 Neighbor program and the benefits of being kind to each other.

Local author Anthony Knopps discusses his personal reflections after compiling Volume 2 of No Fail Mission, the stories of individuals who have received the Presidential Service Badge.

Ohioans to Stop Executions is the organization leading the effort to abolish capital punishment.  The organization recently released a letter to the state legislature signed by dozens of faith leaders representing more than 15 denominations statewide who believe the death penalty serves no moral purpose.

Guest Adam Cassi discusses Green Time in the 419, the annual fundraiser for Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful that supports environmental programming. Cassi explains how Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful works to create a lasting impact for the wellbeing of Lucas County's residents, wildlife, and natural systems.

Lane Montz, President of the Better Business Bureau of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, discusses how scammers are using celebrations, gatherings, and special events as opportunities to steal our personal information.

I talk with author Tedd Long about his new book, Toledo 1856: A Frontier Town Comes of Age. It dives into the year 1856, a turning point in Toledo's story, when the city was growing fast, full of ambition, and shaping the future as we know today.

Guest is Nicole Tuttle-Cobb, Education Coordinator with the Toledo Area Sanitary District. We discuss how to rid our yards of mosquito breeding areas and how to prevent mosquito bites.

One of the organizations publicizing the 100 works of art in Toledo is Keep Toledo-Lucas County Beautiful. Guest is executive director Adam Cassi.

After your host was hacked, Lane Montz of the local Better Business Bureau discusses ways to keep ourselves safe from the online scammers.

In this episode we take a deep dive into Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome -- PTSD.  My guest is Elijah Jones, director of programs and services with the Lucas County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services.