/tags/snollygoster Snollygoster en-US Copyright Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:20:32 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-06-12/new-budget-plan-would-cut-taxes-for-ohioans-making-more-than-100k-annually The third version of the state budget is out, and it proposes cutting taxes for any Ohioan making more than $100,000 a year. The State Senate would do that by flattening the state income tax. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:20:32 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-06-12/new-budget-plan-would-cut-taxes-for-ohioans-making-more-than-100k-annually /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-29/ohio-lawmakers-explore-income-tax-cuts-as-property-taxes-rise Taxes have come to dominate the political debate in Washington, and they loom as a growing concern at the Ohio Statehouse. Thu, 29 May 2025 19:37:47 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-29/ohio-lawmakers-explore-income-tax-cuts-as-property-taxes-rise /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-08/majority-of-ohioans-anticipate-negative-impact-from-tariffs-poll-reveals A panel of experts breaks down President Trump's falling approval numbers in polls and the uncertainty over tariffs. Thu, 08 May 2025 20:17:42 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-08/majority-of-ohioans-anticipate-negative-impact-from-tariffs-poll-reveals /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-01/new-poll-shows-decline-in-trump-approval-among-ohio-voters A new poll shows Trump has a 47% approval rating while 48% disapprove—a statistical tie—but that number is down 7 points from February. The poll’s co-director, Bowling Green State University political science professor Robert Alexander, joins the show. Thu, 01 May 2025 19:32:12 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-05-01/new-poll-shows-decline-in-trump-approval-among-ohio-voters /podcast/snollygoster/2025-04-17/public-financing-for-professional-sports-facilities The Browns are looking to move to a new domed stadium in suburban Cleveland. And state lawmakers seem eager to help. The governor wants to tax sports betting companies and use the money to help the Browns and other teams. The Ohio House wants the state to borrow $600 million to just help the Browns. Kennesaw State University economics professor J.C. Bradbury joins the show. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:26:21 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-04-17/public-financing-for-professional-sports-facilities /podcast/snollygoster/2025-04-03/what-will-sherrod-do Last week, former Sen. Sherrod Brown announced the formation of the Dignity of Work Institute. The goal, he says, is to help Democrats and Republicans better understand the lives of American workers. It also keeps him in the spotlight as he considers whether to run for office again. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:27:25 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-04-03/what-will-sherrod-do /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-27/is-eliminating-ohios-income-tax-feasible If you're a politician who wants to get elected, promising tax cuts is a popular strategy. Republican candidates for governor are doing just that, floating the idea to eliminate Ohio's income tax. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:58:16 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-27/is-eliminating-ohios-income-tax-feasible /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-20/doge-ohio The Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE, could be coming to Ohio. We discuss what that might look like with a panel of political observers. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:32:19 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-20/doge-ohio /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-13/dewine-calls-for-mandatory-life-skills-lessons-phone-free-schools-in-state-of-the-state Gov. DeWine gave his State of the State address this week and said things are going pretty well. He called for mandatory basic skills lessons in school—things like basic finance and first aid—and wants to make students leave their phones at home. Ohio Public Radio Statehouse Bureau Chief Karen Kasler joins the show. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:53:52 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-03-13/dewine-calls-for-mandatory-life-skills-lessons-phone-free-schools-in-state-of-the-state /podcast/snollygoster/2025-02-27/ramaswamy-kicks-off-his-campaign-with-trumps-endorsement Vivek Ramaswamy officially launched his run for governor this week with several rallies. The wealthy entrepreneur, who burst on the scene in 2023 with his run for president, now wants to succeed Mike DeWine. Political strategist Terry Casey joins the show. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:33:27 GMT /podcast/snollygoster/2025-02-27/ramaswamy-kicks-off-his-campaign-with-trumps-endorsement