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Cincinnati
Camp Washington
Hyde Park Square
PLK Communities
Film Cincinnati
Valvoline Global Operations
Kona Ice
Crosley Building
Amazon Web Services
Tax Credits
Cincinnati United Soccer Club
Hauser Private Equity
Fort Washington Way
New Riff Distilling
80 Acres Farms
Merus
Covington
Ohio THC Regulation
Bourbon
Port Of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority

Business news shouldn't be boring. Above the Fold is a weekly podcast by the Cincinnati Business Courier, bringing you the week's top news and interviews with the biggest names in Cincinnati.

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Hosts Tom and Nikki discuss Baker Construction’s plans to move its headquarters out of Monroe, GE Aerospace’s acquisition of a key supplier for nearly $12 billion, a planned hotel in Corryville receives some pushback from the community, our local uni... more

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Hosts Tom and Chris discuss where former Hamilton County residents have moved, as well as Waymo starting its process of mapping the city for robotaxis, the Cincinnati Bengals franchise valuation continues to soar, a hotel near downtown was purchased ... more

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Hosts Tom and Steve discuss a Lexington-based company deciding to move its headquarters to Cincinnati, as well as the largest private equity fund raised in Cincinnati, a new office building coming to Montgomery Quarter that is already roughly 70% lea... more

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Hosts Tom and Liz discuss a youth soccer club’s plans for a $10 million athletic facility and headquarters, as well as a local firm that takes basketball courts and turns them into memorabilia, one of the region’s largest commercial real estate firms... more

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Recent Guests

Ron Washington
Mayor of Covington, Kentucky
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Episode: A new Costco is Coming to Cincinnati and Covington’s Mayor Eyes a Change for Phase 2 of Former IRS Site
Molly North
CEO of Merus
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Episode: The Largest Private Equity Fund Raised in Cincinnati and Merus CEO Talks HQ Move
Bill Baker
Managing Partner, MSA Design
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Episode: Cincinnati Soccer Club Plans $10M Complex and the Importance of Design for the Redevelopment of Hyde Park Square
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President and CEO of Film Cincinnati
Film Cincinnati
Episode: Amazon Plans $5B Data Center and How Cincinnati Became a Hot Bed for Hollywood
Dave Jenike
CEO of the Cincinnati Zoo (as of Jan 1st)
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Episode: A Rare Unicorn Startup Implodes, and Dave Jenike Talks What's New at the Zoo
Nick Lingenfelter
Chief Development Officer at PLK Communities
PLK Communities
Episode: Hyde Park Developer Talks Need for Alignment, why is Cincinnati Nightlife Dead?
Tony Lamb
CEO of Kona Ice
Kona Ice
Episode: Port reveals new plan for Crosley Building and Kona Ice CEO chats complexity of shaved ice business
Hannah Lowen
CEO of New Riff Distilling
New Riff Distilling
Episode: Historic OTR Church Acquired and how New Riff Navigates the Bourbon Bubble
Bobby Slattery
CEO of Fifty West Brewing
Fifty West Brewing
Episode: Decks Coming to Fort Washington Way, and 50 West's CEO Talks the Fight for THC

Hosts

Andy Brownfield
Host of Above the Fold
Tom Demaropoulos
Editor-in-chief and co-host

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Great local podcast that actually focuses on local news and analysis

    Great podcast on Cincinnati news and business news. The hosts do a great job of talking through CBC headlines and go beyond the headlines for more in-depth analysis. CBC provides information that no other local media brings to the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cincy News Junkie
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent, but…

    Excellent podcast, but Andy really needs to bring Chris W. onto the Pod and hold him accountable for his transgressions (not following me back on Twitter).

    Also, I would love to see an interview with Dusty Rhodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harambe4President
    United States4 years ago
  • The Podcast that’s been needed for a while.

    I’ve been following the Cincinnati Business Courier for several years. I don’t always have time to read it and thought “a podcast would be nice.” I enjoy the format where the hosts discuss not only the news, but what makes it news to the Courier - a sort of “behind the scenes.” The interviews are just the right length and very informative - providing content not found in the articles. I hope this podcast continues for many years.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Joel_near_Cincinnati
    United States4 years ago

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Cincinnati Soccer Club Plans $10M Complex and the Importance of Design for the Redevelopment of Hyde Park Square
Q: If you had to give somebody a quick architectural tour of Cincinnati, what are some hotspots to see?
The guest recommends the UC campus for modern architecture, Xavier's campus transformation, and Cincinnati's art deco downtown, including Music Hall and Carew Tower, as essential stops reflecting the city's architectural evolution.
Cincinnati Soccer Club Plans $10M Complex and the Importance of Design for the Redevelopment of Hyde Park Square
Q: What is the best part about living in Cincinnati?
The guest highlights the mix of big-city amenities with a welcoming, civic-minded community, emphasizing involvement and design as key parts of quality urban life.
The Largest Private Equity Fund Raised in Cincinnati and Merus CEO Talks HQ Move
Q: What can you tell us about the Rivergate Mall redevelopment in Nashville and how it fits into Merus's broader strategy?
Rivergate Mall redevelopment represents a flagship multi-phase project in Nashville, transforming the mall into a mixed-use development with townhomes, multifamily units, retail, and senior housing, highlighting Merus's ability to manage large-scale, mixed-use projects across markets.
The Largest Private Equity Fund Raised in Cincinnati and Merus CEO Talks HQ Move
Q: Where are you seeing opportunities? What do you view as kind of the places or the types of products that are ripe for development and investment right now?
Merus is focusing on industrial real estate (built-to-suit and speculative), multifamily development, and ongoing lab/medical office work, with cross-market activity and partnerships to expand development capabilities outside Cincinnati.
The Largest Private Equity Fund Raised in Cincinnati and Merus CEO Talks HQ Move
Q: So Molly, welcome back to Above the Fold. And the first question I have for you is kind of, how is 2026 shaping up for Merus? What is this year, what has it held so far for you?
Molly North describes a recent lull in industrial real estate after a period of high activity, but emphasizes expectations for stronger opportunities across key markets, including Cincinnati, Nashville, Pittsburgh, and Raleigh, driven by continued demand in industrial space, lab work, and medical office development.

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A business-focused local news show that pairs sharp analysis of Cincinnati's headlines with in-depth interviews from regional leaders. Episodes frequently explore urban development, regulatory changes, nightlife and hospitality dynamics, and large-scale redevelopment projects, often tying civic planning to economic growth and community impact. Notable is the blend of policy context, practical business implications, and personal entrepreneur journeys, which helps listeners understand how local decisions shape opportunity and investment in the region.

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