Animals play a role in our daily lives. We have three veterinarians studio to talk about everything animals.Guest: Tony Forshey, DVM, Ohio Department of Agriculture, Susan Skoropski, DVM, Unites States Department of Agriculture, Leah Dorman, DVM, Director of Food Programs, OFBF. Length: 39:20

Ohio Democratic Party Chairman, Chris Redfern and Ohio Farm Bureau Executive Vice President, Jack Fisher talk some political philosophy and discuss the important issues facing Ohioans. Length 39:20

Expanding economic opportunities through innovation, that's part of the vision statement for the United States Department of Agriculture. We discuss that vision along with food and farming with our guest, Michael Scuse, USDA Deputy Secretary, and Jack Fisher, OFBF Exec. VP. Length: 39:20

Democrats bash Ohio's economy because Gov. Kasich is in office and Republicans slam the national economy because President Obama is in charge. This episode tries something unique by talking to an economist about the ecomony. Guest: Dr. David Berson, Sr VP and Chief Economist, Nationwide Insurance.

The state government is involved in a variety of issues including the state budget. We hear from members of the statehouse press on these various issues. Guest: Bill Cohen, Ohio Public Radio, Laura Bischoff, Dayton Daily News, Robert Higgs, Plain Dealer. Length: 39:20

Director of State Policy Brandon Kern talks with 'Town Hall Ohio' host Joe Cornely about the top line items and the importance of member involvement in the process. Kern will appear with Statehouse reporters on this week's 'Town Hall Ohio.'

Toxic blue-green algae will soon be back on Lake Erie, Grand Lake St. Mary’s and others. We take a look at algal bloom, their causes, and what can be done about them. Guest: Larry Antosch, OFBF; Jeff Reuter, Ohio Sea Grant; Greg LeBarge, OSU Extension. Mobile users, listen using players below. Length 39:20

For the better part of 25 years, Bob Bennett has run the Ohio Republican Party. In about a month he is going to be stepping down from the chairmanship of the Ohio GOP. He shares his thoughts on politics, government and issues important to Ohio. Length: 39:20

Did you know flooding is Ohio's most common natural disaster? This week's show features a discussion of flooding in Ohio with Steve Ferryman, OEMA; Scott Jackson, USGS; Christopher Thoms, ODNR; Tom Reider, Ohio Historical Society; Seth Teter and Darren Frank, OFBF.

What issues do farmers face in today's world? How do we address those issues? That was the topic of a recent meeting hosted by Ohio Farm Bureau. Hunger, education, water quality and other issues were discussed. Guest included: Ted McKinney, Elanco, Karl Gebhardt, ODNR, and others. Length: 39:20

Back in 2009 the Ohio Farm Bureau launched a charitable organization with a goal of creating awareness of the value animals bring to human life. The Animals for Life Foundation recently hosted a meeting which featured animal scientist and autism advocate Temple Grandin. Length: 39:20

In a speech titled “A Blueprint for the 21st Century University,” a renowned educator and administrator articulated a variety of issues facing higher education. Who delivered this speech? Guests: E. Gordon Gee, President, Ohio State University, and Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length: 39:20

Ohio Farm Bureaus’ county presidents make an annual trek to the nation’s capital to petition their government. Listen to what they heard as they met with Speaker John Boehner, Senators Brown and Portman, Congressman Paul Ryan and many others. Length: 39:20

Some recent films have put the bright lights squarely on issues facing the countryside. What does this mean to rural America? Guest: Dale Arnold,OFBF; George Wolf, movie critic, Dr. Scott Vernon, Cal Poly State University; Justin Chang, Variety Magazine; Laura Sutherly, OFBF member. Length 39:20

The Soil and Water Conservation Society of Ohio recently held a conference titled "Adapting Agriculture To Extreme Weather". Those in attendance got to hear from experts on this topic. Guest included Jim Hoorman, OSU Extension Educator Jeff Rogers, Ohio state climatologist, and more. Length: 39:20

Ohio's oil and gas industry is exploding. Not literally but to some extent it could impact just about everybody. There is potential benefits to individuals and communities throughout the state. Guests: Dale Arnold, OFBF; Attorney Richard Emens; and Dave Claus, ODNR. Length 39:20. For shorter clips and use from mobile devices see below.

Each year Ohio Farm Bureau host Ag Day at the Capitol. This event allows Farm Bureau members from around the state travel to the statehouse to meet with the legislators and talk about issue important to Ohio agriculture. Guest: Rep. Batchelder, Rep. Hall, Rep. Derickson, Sen. Faber Length: 39:20. Mobile users listen below.

We joke about Ohio weather and waiting 10 minutes for it to change, but the often changing news about our food is no laughing matter. Using scientific reports to determine which news about our food to trust. Guest: Kimberly Reed, International Food Information Council Foundation. Length: 39:20. Mobile users, listen using player below.

There are a lot of people who don’t have health insurance. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was put into place to address that issue three years ago. What has happened and what is left to be done? Guest: Amy Rohling McGee, President, Health Policy Institute of Ohio. Length: 39:20 Mobile users listening using player below.

Eat this, don’t eat that. We’re surrounded by advice on what we should consume with the USDA Dietary Guidelines being our basis. Let's compares what the government thinks we should eat and what we actually eat. Guest: Richard Volpe, USDA research economist. Length 39:20

Ohio's economy is on an uptick. Even though some communities have yet to bounce back, some communities are having a growth spurt. Two OSU researchers talk about helping communities make economic comebacks. Guest: OSU professor Mark Partridge, and research asst. Amanda Weinstein. Length: 39:20

Eastern Ohio is on the verge of an energy driven economic boom. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has lots of ideas on how to maximize America’s and Ohio’s energy potential. Guest: Christopher Guith, VP of Policy, Institute for 21st Century Energy. Length: 39:20 Mobile users listen in player below.

Antibiotic resistance is a hot topic. Does the use of antibiotics in farm animals mean that we are at risk of losing the effectiveness of human antibiotics? That was the topic of a national conference of the National Institute of Animal Agriculture held recently in Columbus. Length 39:20

Agriculture has gone hi-tech, from smart phones to iPads, from robotic milking to auto steer tractors. Many new gadgets making farming more productive, efficient and safer. But how are farmers receiving all this technology? What does this mean for the future of agriculture? Length: 39:20

More than 800 Farm Bureau members and special guest attended the 94th OFBF annual meeting in order to establish policy and hear from various presenters. This year also included a question and answer session between farmers and Governor Kasich. We recap this year's event. Length: 39:20. Mobile users listen below.

The Ohio Supreme Court provides leadership and oversight to Ohio’s entire judicial system, and Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor presides over the court. We learn about Ohio's judicial system. Guest: Maureen O’Connor, Jack Fisher, Exec. V.P., OFBF. Length: 39:20. Mobile users listen via player below.

If you buy energy from an investor owned utility, it’s the job of the office of Ohio’s Consumers' Counsel to make sure you don’t get hosed. Guests on this week's show include Consumers' Counsel Bruce Weston, Governing Board Chairman Gene Krebs, OCC Director of Public Affairs Amy Kurt and OCC staff member Ray Foeller. Length: 39:20

Ohio Farm Bureau is partial to leaders who can make their points and are inclusive in their decision making. Our annual Discussion Meet competition is aimed at finding such leaders. Meet our four finalists Jon Hensler, Brad Heimerl, Christen Clemson and Lynnsey Schimerich. Mobile users listen below.

Town Hall Ohio host Joe Cornely discusses the 2012 election results and analysis with Mark Niquette, Bloomberg News Political Reporter; and Paul Black, Ohio State Political Scientist. Mobile users listen below.

Get to know the organization that keeps Ohio High School sports together. Guest host, Ty Higgins, discusses Ohio High School sports with guests Dr. Dan Ross, Commissioner, OHSAA; Roxanne Price, Asst. Commissioner, OHSAA; Dave Cecutti, Commissioner, Ohio Capital Conference. Mobile users, listen below.

Issue 2 would change Ohio’s Constitution by changing the way legislative and congressional districts are drawn. The ballot measure would remove the authority of elected officials and give map drawing power to a 12-member commission. 'Town Hall Ohio' Host Joe Cornely hosts a good ole fashioned debate on this week's show. To listen to segments of the show listen below and scroll over the 'Town Hall Ohio' logo in the audio clip to find parts of the show that most interest you.

Ohio is known as the birthplace of aviation. The Wright brothers, John Glenn and Neil Armstrong are not just part of our past they are a foundation for a still growing industry. Guest: Mike Heil, Ohio Aerospace Institute, and Joe Zeis, Ohio Aerospace and Aviation Council. Length: 39:20

When it comes to preventing and curing disease and illnesses, some new players are on the team. Human health experts are collaborating with their colleagues in animal health. The concept is called One Health. Guest: Dr. Lonnie King, OSU, Dr. Kathy Smith, ODH, Dr. Leah Dorman, OFBF. Length: 39:20

Mandel and Brown will discuss the proper role of government in the lives of Ohioans and respond to questions about job creation, the federal debt, food and farm policy and health care.

Besides the campaigns, the other interesting side of this Election Day is the scrutiny being applied to the system we use to vote here in Ohio. Not only must you decide who to vote for, but when and how to cast your vote. Guest: Jon Husted, Ohio’s Secretary of State. Length: 39:20

When it comes to complex environmental issues, Ohio’s got a few. They’re not only environmental issues, but huge economic issues as well. It's the job of the Department of Natural Resources to balance these issues. Guest: Jim Zehringer, Dir. ODNR, Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length: 39:20

OSU will soon have a new VP and Dean for the College of Food Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Bruce McPheron is an Ohio native who currently serves as the Dean of the College of Agriculture Sciences at Penn State. Guest: Bruce McPheron, and Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF Length: 39:20

The early settlers of Ohio depended on hunting as a means of providing food for their families.Today Ohioans head outdoors during hunting season still to put food on the table, and to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Guest: Scott Zody,Dir, Ohio Division of Wildlife, and Adam Sharp, OFBF. Length: 39:30

You can pick a president, senator, congressmen and statehouse legislators, along with the state supreme court and decide on the set up of Ohio's congressional districts. Analyzing the political landscape with Reggie Fields, "The Plain Dealer," and Mike Thompson, WOSU TV. Length: 39:20.

Whether it’s your family budget or your local, state or federal government budget, health care cost is an issue. How can public health cost less, but still be effective? Guest: Greg Moody, Dir.,Governor’s office on Medical Transformation, Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length: 39:20

A buzz words in food today is organic, but it's nothing new. What does organic really mean? Who's growing and buying it? What is it's role in the overall food production system: Guest: Laura Batcha, Exec. VP, Organic Trade Association. Length: 39:20

We in agriculture like to say most Americans take food for granted. That may be true, but there are some folks who think about food and farming a whole lot. The cultural war of food and farming is today’s topic of discussion. Guest: Robert Paarlberg, Wellesley College. Length 39:20

The smell of suntan lotion will soon be replaced by the smell of crayons as school will soon start. Here's your chance to take an Ohio vacation or a family outing. Guest: Tamara Brown, Ohio Division of Tourism, Jean Berks, Ohio State Parks Magazine, and Dan Young, Young’s Jersey Dairy. Length: 39:20

Planes, trains and automobiles, not to mention semis, ships and cycles. Moving from point A to point B, transportation is crucial to the state of Ohio. Guest: Jerry Wray, director, Ohio Department of Transportation, Jack Fisher, Executive VP, OFBF. Length 39:20.

Everybody talks about the economy but nobody does anything about it, so we’re going to get a clearer picture of where things are and where they may be headed. Guest: Matt Roberts, Ag. Economist, OSU, and Bill LaFayette, owner, Regionomic LLC. Length: 39:20

To say it’s been hot and dry is an understatement, and among the many Ohioans affected by the drought so far are Ohio's farmers. How could the drought of 2012 impact everyone? Guest include: Jeff Rogers, state climatologist, Nancy Dragani, director, Emergency Management Agency. Length 39:20

More than one-third of working age Ohioans have a college degree, but as many as 1.7 million new jobs may go unfilled because we lack enough college graduates. Preparing young people for tomorrow’s jobs. Guest: Jim Petro, Chancellor, Ohio Board of Regents; Jack Fisher, OFBF Exec. VP. Length: 39:20

A buzz words in food today is organic, but it's nothing new. What does organic really mean? Who's growing and buying it? What is it's role in the overall food production system: Guest: Laura Batcha, Exec. VP, Organic Trade Association. Length: 39:20

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This part of Ohio agriculture involves production, manufacturing and retailing. It's Ohio’s grape and wine industry as June is Ohio Wine Month. Guest: Doniella Winchell, Ohio Wine Producers Assoc., Kristie Eckstein, ODA Grape Industry Committee, and Van , Shamrock Winery. Length: 39:20

We in agriculture like to say most Americans take food for granted. That may be true, but there are some folks who think about food and farming a whole lot. The cultural war of food and farming is today’s topic of discussion. Guest: Robert Paarlberg, Wellesley College. Length 39:20

Senator Sherrod Brown speaks about Farm Bill and immigration/labor reform.

Ohio farmers don't want their state to become the next Chesapeake Bay watershed. AFBF water quality expert Don Parrish spoke to Ohio Farm Bureau County presidents during their annual lobbying trip. Runs 3:43

The long battle for Farm Bureau members to fix the federal estate tax is over. AFBF's Pat Wolff talks about the win. Runs 1:26

Ohio's County Farm Bureau presidents in Washington DC learned about a very positive long term forecast for farm exports. Oliver Flake of USDA's Foreign Ag Service explains. Runs 1:25

Ohio Senate President Keith Faber spoke to Farm Bureau members at Ag Day at the Capital, Afterward, he reacted to Governor Kasich's education budget proposals. runs :31