Explore Cincinnati

Explore Cincinnati: December 9, 2009

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:00:00 -0400

Matt Bourgeois joins us for discussion of developments in Clifton Heights and the CHCURC. Emily speaks with Betty Ann Smiddy about architect Samuel Hannaford. Travis and Emily provide news updates on Kenwood Towne Place, 3C Corridor rail, Cincinnati State college, solar power in the state, new restaurants Downtown, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: December 2, 2009

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:00:00 -0400

Travis and Emily provide news updates on city council, the county's property tax and stadium fund, the Clifton Cultural Arts Center, Findlay Market, and upcoming holiday events. John Yung joins us for discussion on Smart Code, developments in Bellevue and other Northern Kentucky neighborhoods, Retrofitting Suburbia, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: November 25, 2009

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis and Emily provide news updates on Queensgate Terminals, Metro, MLK improvements, the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards, local restaurants, and more. Sherman Cahal joins us for discussion of these stories, plus construction at Xavier University, the Metropole 21c hotel, and Cincinnati's bike plan. Dan Korman talks with us about his business Park + Vine.

Explore Cincinnati: November 18, 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Chris Eilerman and Michael Moore from the City of Cincinnati talk to us about transportation development in Cincinnati, including the Streetcar plan. Peter Hames joins us for more discussion. Travis and Emily provide news updates on The Banks, the Metropole 21C hotel, I-74, Kenwood Towne Place, UC athletics facilities, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: November 4, 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis and Emily discuss the election results, news on the Metropole/21C hotel, Rookwood Exchange, Cincinnati road projects, new restaurants, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: October 28, 2009

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Dr. Jim Uber joins us for an in-depth conversation on Cincinnati's Streetcar proposal. We then discuss Issue 9 and its effects on the Streetcar plan, the 3C Corridor high-speed rail plan, and the Eastern Corridor.

Explore Cincinnati: October 21, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:00:00 -0400

Travis and Emily discuss listener feedback on Ohio issues 1-3, Hamilton County issue 4-7, and Cincinnati issue 8. We also discuss news on Ohio's Grants for Grads program, historic preservation in Over the Rhine, Clifton Heights improvements, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: October 14, 2009

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:00:00 -0400

Travis and Emily are joined by Peter Hames to discuss Cincinnati's mayoral race and Ohio state issues 1, 2, and 3. We also discuss news updates on Vernon Manor, Queensgate Terminals, Metro, Clifton Plaza, and a new Jean Robert de Cavel restaurant.

Explore Cincinnati: October 7, 2009

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:50:00 -0400

We discuss news on Metro, Cincinnati's budget, the Metropole apartments, Union Terminal's preservation, and more. We talk to Ronny Salerno and Sherman Cahal about their Exploring Cincinnati photography exhibit. Vickie Magliano talks with us about Spin for the Cure.

Explore Cincinnati: September 23, 2009

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

News on the Cincinnati Riverfront Park, Metro, major conventions coming to Cincinnati, LEED condos in OTR, and new local restaurants. Peter Hames joins Travis and Emily for discussions on 3C rail, Metro, transportation funding, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: September 16, 2009

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

We discuss news on Vernon Manor, furloughs for city employees, endorsements for council candidates and issues, legalized gambling in Ohio, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, and our city's newest restaurant. Emily takes a look at the history of Ohio's canals.

Explore Cincinnati: September 9, 2009

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

We discuss news on the Moerlein Lager House, UC's new president, a new Neon's, the NuTone site in Madisonville, and yesterday's Issue 9 debate. Shawn Hesse joins us to talk about the Office of Environmental Quality and expanded recycling in Cincinnati. Lisa Desatnik talks to us about the Old West Festival.

Explore Cincinnati: August 26, 2009

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:50:00 -0400

We discuss news on City Council candidates, Ohio's tax credit for filmmakers, green development in Northside, economic growth across the county, the Krohn Conservatory, and more. Peter Hames joins us to discuss population loss in Cincinnati, part-time City Council members, and direct democracy. Kathleen Norris talks with us about bringing more businesses to Over the Rhine, Downtown, and Uptown, and the effects of redevelopment in the Gateway Quarter.

Explore Cincinnati: August 19, 2009

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:50:00 -0400

We discuss news on The Banks, Kenwood Towne Place, City Council candidates, the Lindner Tennis Center, stimulus grants, new restaurants, and more. Elizabeth Edwards joins us to talk about several projects fostering innovation in our city. Tairy Greene talks about his organization and blog, CAAST.

Explore Cincinnati: August 12, 2009

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:50:00 -0400

Travis Estell, Emily Schneider, and Jake Mecklenborg discuss news on the Northside Business District; our new city-wide plan; the 2010 census; more retail Downtown; student housing in Corryville; Kenwood Towne Place; parking downtown; the Eighth Street Viaduct; Downtown Restaurant Week; and more.

Explore Cincinnati: August 5, 2009

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 10:50:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Emily Schneider discuss layoffs at the city; projects that will and won't be receiving stimulus money; possible USPS branch closures; ODOT's I-75 work; new jobs and new parking Downtown; the city's controversial expanded recycling program; Kenwood Towne Place; preservation in OTR; The Righteous Room; Downtown Restaurant Week; the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards; national publicity for a local folk band; and more! Sean Fisher and Kurt Myers talk with us about their website BuyCincy and what we can do to encourage more local business patronage.

Explore Cincinnati: July 29, 2009

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:50:00 -0400

News on retaining Ohio grads, new UC student housing options, Northside's Citirama 2010, this weekend's downtown festivals, national attention for College Hill, Findlay Market, and more. Ronny Salerno stops by to talk about The Banks, transportation, and his website, Queen City Discovery.

Explore Cincinnati: July 22, 2009

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:50:00 -0400

Travis and Emily run through the week's news on Agenda 360, The Banks, Metro, Newport on the Levee, NY Times promoting Cincy, WOXY, and more. Sherman Cahal joins us to chat about preservation in OTR and Seattle's light rail. Mark Miller weighs in on the Riverfront Transit Center and The Banks.

Explore Cincinnati: July 15, 2009

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:50:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Emily Schneider discuss the layoffs at the Enquirer and Cin Weekly, development along I-75 between Cincinnati and Dayton, young Cincinnatians sticking up for the city, the Museum Center tax levy proposal, reconstructing Washington Park, two new restaurants in the tri-state, and much more.

Explore Cincinnati: July 8, 2009

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Jake Mecklenborg discuss the Ohio casinos proposal, VP Joe Biden in the tri-state, the Enquirer getting played, Twittering at city council, the documentary Taken for a Ride, and much more. Kevin LeMaster talks with us about his website, Building Cincinnati.

Explore Cincinnati: July 1, 2009

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Jake Mecklenborg discuss perceptions of Downtown, the latest developments on the Cincinnati Streetcar, the Kennedy Connector, Millworks, the Eastern Corridor project, the UrbaNexus event, retail at Great American Tower, and biking from Columbus to Cincinnati.

Explore Cincinnati: June 24, 2009

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Emily Schneider discuss the latest report on OTR's safety, and provide updates on the library levy proposal, a new Ohio nuclear power plant, Union Terminal, Cincinnati Public Schools' building auction, and more. Chad Sims calls in to chat about the Hyde Park Blast.

Explore Cincinnati: June 3, 2009

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:00:00 -0400

Travis Estell and Randy Simes are joined by Emily Schneider to get a preview of the documentary "The New Metropolis" by filmmaker Andrea Torrice. The film covers the revitalization of our nation's inner-ring suburbs, using two Cincinnati neighborhoods as examples. Also discussed are the NCR relocation, Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Market on the Square, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: May 27, 2009

Wed, 27 May 2009 23:00:00 -0400

Travis Estell, Randy Simes, and Jake Mecklenborg discuss the Gateway Quarter, the 4200 Vine project, The Banks, Cincinnati Public School's building auction, Spring Grove Avenue bike lanes, general thoughts on transit, and "The Infrastructurist" website.

Explore Cincinnati: May 20, 2009

Wed, 20 May 2009 16:00:00 -0500

Today's show is a quick rundown of some Cincinnati news stories, including the 4200 Vine redevelopment, Leslie Ghiz' Streetcar flip-flop, Metro's new Zoo hub, Mallory in Vegas, CPS' old school building auction, car dealerships closing in Cincinnati, tuition at UC, restaurant news, and the Taste of Cincinnati. Mark Miller calls in and comments on Ghiz and the Water Works spinoff proposal.

Explore Cincinnati: May 13, 2009

Wed, 13 May 2009 16:00:00 -0500

Travis Estell and Jake Mecklenborg are joined by Matt Bourgeois, director of CHCURC, and discuss Uptown Commons, University Park, Calhoun Street Marketplace, Old St. George, Corryville Crossings, University Plaza, and other Uptown developments. Jake weighs in on the latest Brent Spence Bridge proposal.

Explore Cincinnati: May 6, 2009

Wed, 06 May 2009 16:00:00 -0500

Travis Estell and Jake Mecklenborg discuss the latest news on Queensgate Terminals, the Brent Spence Bridge, development in the Kenwood area, "dead malls" in the suburbs, biking in Cincinnati, UC's increased enrollment, a few restaurant news, and--of course--Shadow Hare.

Explore Cincinnati: April 29, 2009

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Travis Estell, Randy Simes, and Jake Mecklenborg discuss Queensgate Terminals, the new Community Council redefinitions, Hyde Park's downzoning, and Hamilton County's "One Stop" development plans. Mark Miller joins in on the discussion of our region's reliance on coal power. Finally, Dave Keaton stops by for a Cincinnati Sports Update.

Explore Cincinnati: April 22, 2009

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Matt Strauss and James Bass from Price Hill Will discuss the organization's impact on the neighborhood. Isaac Foust from Nature's Garden Delivered discusses his unique Cincinnati-area business, the importance of local agriculture, and sustainable business practices. Travis and Randy tackle the Brent Spence Bridge decision, the Queensgate Terminals proposal, extended hours at Findlay Market, and the criticisms of Chris Smitherman coming from activists in town. Finally, Mark Miller calls in to clarify COAST's position on the Streetcar and their petition drive.

Explore Cincinnati: April 15, 2009

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Travis Estell and Randy Simes discuss The Banks, the Reds, Cincinnati Water Works' possible spin-off, "Complete Streets," casinos in Ohio, the Enquirer's smaller format, UC's new farmer's market, and other tidbits.

Explore Cincinnati: April 8, 2009

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:00:00 -0500

Travis Estell and Randy Simes tackle a wide variety of topics: gentrification and how we can prevent its negative effects; transportation issues in the tri-state; job sprawl; the city's funding for human services; the Enquirer's take on OTR; Cincinnati's unique Opening Day celebration; the Midwest Culinary Institute; more young professionals in the city; and the recent actions taken by our local NAACP.

Explore Cincinnati: March 20, 2009

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Brief episode with discussion of the commercial spaces in OTR's Gateway Quarter, bike lanes and "sharrows" coming to the city, Vernon Manor's closing, alternative currencies to promote local businesses, and Cincinnati's own Restaurant Week.

Explore Cincinnati: March 13, 2009

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Short episode with quick discussions of Uptown Commons, Ohio casino gaming, a Streetcar fundraiser, an increase in funding for UC, Sears Tower's new name, and more.

Explore Cincinnati: March 6, 2009

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Jake and Travis discuss the transit systems of Portland and Seattle, and how Cincinnati can learn from what they are doing. More news on Ohio casino gaming, Kentucky bridge tolls, Graeter's Ice Cream's expansion, and Bockfest.

Explore Cincinnati: February 27, 2009

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Coverage of the State of the City address; the latest news on The Banks, Clifton Plaza, UC campus projects, and Trinity Flats in OTR; discussion on a few policy and transportation issues facing our region. Dave Keaton stops by for a Bearcast Sports Update, and Jake Mecklenborg call in from Portland, Oregon!

Explore Cincinnati: February 20, 2009

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Travis takes "The Beacon Challenge" and answers the questions asked by "The Dean" (Jason Haap). Skip to the 22:30 mark to hear our interview with COAST's Mark Miller on the Glencoe Apartments project. We also discuss the Chase School in Northside, Mayor Mallory's trip to Washington, and more!

Explore Cincinnati: February 13, 2009

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:00:00 -0500

This week, Travis and Jake play back and dissect the first official debate on the Cincinnati Streetcar proposal, between John Schneider and Jason Haap.

Explore Cincinnati: February 6, 2009

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:00:00 -0500

This week’s show looks at the recent snowfall in Cincinnati, the new Stimulus Watch website, new zoning rules for the city, bicycling, and new investment in cultural facilities in Ohio.

Explore Cincinnati: January 30, 2009

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:00:00 -0500

This week’s show will look at new airlines at CVG, the results of the Cincinnati Neighborhood Summit, and other city issues.

Explore Cincinnati: January 23, 2009

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:00:00 -0500

This week’s show will look at topics like the Brent Spence Bridge replacement, Western Bown closing, the new I-71 transit study, and the soda shakeup at Great American Ball Park.

Explore Cincinnati: January 16, 2009

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:00:00 -0500

This week’s show will look at topics like repopulating the city, gentrification, the Greg Harris appointment, streetcars, UC’s landlord accreditation program, and more. The discussion panel this week will be made up of Jake Mecklenborg, Brad Thomas, and Randy Simes.