Snollygoster
Mike ThompsonSnollygoster takes an in-depth look at politics in Ohio. Each week we dig into the top political stories in Columbus and Ohio and explore national stories that impact the state by talking with politicians, reporters and other news-makers. (In case you're wondering, a "snollygoster" is a shrewd and unprincipled politician.)Listen to Snollygoster on the WOSU Public Media mobile app or wherever you g... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 213 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Ohio’s congressional delegation largely split along partisan lines in reacting to the attacks on Iran. Vice President JD Vance once strongly said the US should not get involved in endless wars, but supports the president in this case.
Les Wexner answered questions from members of the House Oversight Committee for about five hours about how much he knew about the sex offender and what role he may have played in Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking.
University officials say they are considering all the facts, and they have a process to consider the requests to remove Wexner’s name from the medical center, the arts center, and the football complex.
The Tax Foundation says Ohio has the eighth-highest effective property tax rate in the country. Some residents are fed up. Citizens for Property Tax Reform member Beth Blackmarr joins the show.
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- Is the thoughtful discussion in the room with us?
The 2/19/26 episode epitomizes what’s gone wrong with this podcast. It used to be a reliable source for a thoughtful discussion, now it’s a platform for guests like Mark Weaver to deliver propaganda. Three times in this episode Weaver offered absolute drivel. To Weaver: the university doesn’t need a conviction to disassociate from a bad person; clearly Trump is implicated in the Epstein files - by God just admit it; and immigration is a civil process - stop spreading the MAGA rhetoric about imm... more
Apple Podcasts2Akron Buckeye
United States19 days ago - Informative for Ohioans
Informative and interesting. Good topics and good guests. I think it’s important to stay informed about state-wide politics and this podcast does a good job of highlighting relevant and timely topics.
Apple Podcasts5Dragonlady0719United Statesa year ago - Ohio politics with a touch of humor
I look forward to it every Thursday. The Snollygoster of the Week is a humorous closer.
Apple Podcasts5S’no flakeUnited States2 years ago - I look forward to the episodes!
I really enjoy the shows!
Apple Podcasts5Amcg16United States2 years ago - Better than most
Glad I found an Ohio podcast that’s actually informative and listenable.
But are we all just going to ignore that the intro song is a brazen rip off of “How Many More Times” by Led Zeppelin?
Apple Podcasts3BigTennnUnited States2 years ago
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What is Snollygoster about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program concentrates on Ohio politics, with regular deep dives into state and local governance, elections, taxation, and policy debates, while frequently featuring politicians, reporters, and strategists. Episodes balance hard analysis with accessible, often humorous moments, and consistently spotlight how national issues play out in Ohio. A notable strength is its willingness to host voices from across the political spectrum and to unpack complex policy areas—such as property taxes, redistricting, and economic development—through local context and concrete examples. Listeners can expect timely, data-informed conversations about policy, governance, and political strategy in Ohio, with recurring segments that add local color and perspec... more
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Recent guests on Snollygoster include:
1. Melanie Lamahan
2. Beth Blackmarr
3. Matt Taglia
4. Dani Isaacsohn
5. Kyle Conduck
6. Robert Alexander
7. JC. Bradbury
8. Bill Blessing
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