Episodes of the Akron Podcast

AI Voices Today For Some of the Show Kicking off with a mix of sarcasm and sincerity, Dave dives straight into the chaos of recording amidst a symphony of jackhammers. The irony of trying to deliver a podcast with constructio...

Lots of news today, along with an extended look at a new report from the Mayor. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting the show. PLEASE help support this show. Every little helps. It takes a lot of time, and I do m...

Voting This Week in Akron I’m turning my attention to local politics this week, and honestly, there’s a lot going on with the upcoming primary elections. There’s a real sense of urgency here—between school funding proposals a...

Congresswoman Emilia Sykes is Bringing Money to the Area Federal funding is flowing into Summit County, and it’s a mixed bag of good news and head-scratchers. Projects on the docket include a whopping $1.2 million for South M...

LOUIGI'S FINALLY ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS! Exciting developments are unfolding in Akron with the announcement that Luigi's Pizza is now accepting credit cards. Yes, you heard that right! This revelation feels like a miracle happen...

Akron School Board A recent Akron podcast dives deep into the issues plaguing the Akron Public Schools, particularly focusing on the school board's budget dilemma. The board recently rejected a proposal to cut 17 staff positi...

Welcome to the Akron Podcast where we keep you up to date with what is happening in Akron. This week we are talking the new budget and sharing some of the items that we are spending our money on when we cut the budget. We als...

Today, we’re diving into the delightful world of chicken and weed, because apparently, that’s what everyone is talking about. Seriously, who knew these two would become such a hot topic? We also have updates on the towpath, t...

In today's Akron Podcast, we tackle a whirlwind of topics that range from legislative changes to community events, all while maintaining our signature sarcastic tone. The Dangerous Dog Law in Akron We kick things off with a h...

Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting bring some friend along to talk about the latest new in Akron. Including a fire ball, some new stores at the mall, some possible cutbackthat may effect 911, LeBron is suing a local w...

The Akron Podcast dives into the post-daylight saving time struggle we all love to loathe—the infamous sleep hangover. We chat about how, apparently, the lost hour of sleep is not just a figment of our imaginations. Professor...

The Akron Council has officially approved Amazon's plan to build a massive fulfillment center on Manchester Road, a decision that had only one dissenting vote. This new facility, which will take over the former Akron Baptist ...

A new law in Ohio is on the verge of passing that could make life a little more complicated for marijuana users. It introduces minor penalties for improperly transporting or possessing marijuana, which is a lovely twist in th...

Akron just experienced a whirlwind of changes at the polls, with a significant 79% approving a bill to keep taxes in check. Meanwhile, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board also secured funding with a ...

Welcome to another episode of the Akron Podcast. If you find value in this show, please consider donating to keep it going. 00:00:00.000 Introduction 00:00:10.960 Mass Shooting at Youth Party in Bath Township 00:02:58.319 Fre...

This week, I want to remind you how important it is to get out and vote in the upcoming local election. Even though it’s not a presidential race, it’s our civic duty to make our voices heard—especially since lower turnout can...

We dive into the chaos of Akron's upcoming events, starting with the all-important leaf collection schedule. Leaves are set to be collected from Ward 3 starting November 3rd, and let’s hope they’re not buried under snow by th...

Discover Akron's latest news on LeBron's school struggles, local controversies, and upcoming events in our engaging podcast. Tune in now!

The Akron Podcast dives into several pressing local issues that impact the community, starting with a discussion about whether the $17 million investment into Lock 3 is paying off. With the park attracting an estimated 85,000...

Takeaways: In Summit County, only 47% of children entered kindergarten last year, which is alarming. Akron is launching a pilot program to improve access to early childhood education for families. The old Firestone plant may ...

There's a big change coming to Gorge Park that you might want to check out before it happens. In about two weeks, they’re starting a two-year project to remove a whopping eleven football fields' worth of sediment from the wat...

Akron’s fire and EMS services just snagged the Mission Lifeline Gold Achievement Award from the American Heart Association, proving that if you happen to have a heart attack or stroke, you’re in pretty good hands here. It’s r...

Akron is stepping up to help hungry kids this summer with free meals, starting June 9, for those 18 and under who qualify. This initiative will run Monday through Friday until August 1, ensuring that eligible youth, especiall...

The Mayor of Akron, Shammas Malik, delivered a compelling state of the city address, marking a significant moment for our community. He highlighted the progress made under his administration and laid out a bold vision for the...