Unpacking Bexley

Exploring & analyzing the many aspects of life in Bexley through interviews, local news, and events. We share the experiences of our many different neighbors. Join us and learn more about the community we share.

Ep 17 - Bexley Natural Market Update (ft. Charles Ott)

Come hear about what's going on at the Bexley Natural Market & how you can get involved to be part of the solution.  Check them out at https://www.bexleynaturalmarket.org/Follow them on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bexley_natural_market/Interested in having the market carry your product, sponsoring a product, volunteering, or getting involved in another way?  email - info@bexleynaturalmarket.org

04-05
30:33

Ep 16 - Sustainability Initiatives (Ft. Elizabeth Ellman)

Join Bexley Sustainability Program Coordinator Elizabeth Ellman for a discussion of lesser known city sustainability initiatives and see what you can do to help make our community a more sustainable one.- Connect with Green Bexley- See Updates & Plans on the City's sustainability initiatives

01-03
37:15

Ep 15 - Unpacking the Election (through Civil Conversation)

Following a particularly divisive election cycle, we take some time to speak with Bexley neighbors on each side of the aisle to hear about what about their selected candidates spoke to them.  We hope that this kind of open sharing can help bring some understanding and, ultimately, healing as all move forward as a community and part of a nation.

11-20
46:11

Ep 14.5 - Issue 36 - BCS Levy (Feat Ted Cahill & Patrick King)

Part 2 of our episodes on upcoming ballot issues.  This episode address the Bexley City Schools operating levy.  Come hear how it works, why it's being requested, and what the impact of voting for or against would be.Committee for Bexley Excellence - Our local group supporting the levyBexley City Schools Levy Info - From BCS itselfLevy Cost Estimator - See your impact based on your property address

10-04
35:01

Ep 14 - Issues 1, 46, & 47 (Feat. Millie Hurtt)

Learn about the ballot issues we'll be voting on this November.  Here we address issues 1, 46, & 47 - with issue 36 being in part 2 (Ep 14.5).Issue 1 - Full text, bullet points, and endorsementsIssue 46 - Franklin County Children's Services LevyIssue 47 - Central Ohio Transportation Authority Expansion - Dispatch article on this levy

10-04
50:48

Ep 13 - Summer Roundup 2024

Your chance to get caught up on all your Bexley goings on this summer and going into the fall.Learn more about many of our topics today:  Bexley City Schools Levy; Bexley Mural Festival; Columbus Restore; Newfangled Kitchen; Columbus dipping into reserve water supply amid drought drying out Ohio; The Lion; Katalina's; Excel Karate; Bexley Citizen's Police Academy; & Drexel Theatre.Ohio online voter registration

09-17
39:48

Ep 12 - Supporting our Transgender Community (Ft. Micah Mitchell & Danny Hurley)

As we step into pride month, we take a look at anti-transgender Ohio legislation affecting and targeting our community and how you can get involved to support your friends and neighbors.  Raise your awareness, then raise your voice.Bexley City Schools Statement of Support - Equality Ohio - Trans Ohio - Bexley City Council

05-30
57:36

Ep 11 - Development Update (Feat. Mayor Kessler)

Update on the development process regarding the proposed housing on Livingston and N. Cassidy by The Community Builders and the Trinity Apartment Redevelopment on Main Street.  The lawsuits are done, zoning changes are in discussion, and we are looking to see what the future holds for Bexley.

03-09
51:41

Ep 10 - Rising Antisemitism (Feat. Rabbi Skolnik & Chief Lewis)

Join us to hear about how rising antisemitism is impacting our community and how our community is responding.The link to the town hall event being hosted through Jewish Columbus, which Chief Lewis talks about.  

01-19
46:36

Ep 9 - Year In Review, Drexel, Marijuana, Policing, Anti-Semitism, & Trinity Development

Time for our year in review with quick talks about various issues in our community over the last year or so.  

12-08
53:32

Ep 8 - City Council Candidates Markham, Saad, & Klingler + Issues 1 & 2

Info on City Council Candidates Troy Markham, Jessica Saad, & Matt Klingler plus a rundown on ballot issues 1 & 2.  Have your voice be heard on November 7th.Troy Markham - Facebook & Full Q & AJessica Saad - Facebook & Website Matt Klingler - Facebook & Website

11-01
30:18

Ep 7 - School Board Candidate Victoria Powers

Meet and learn about Victoria Power candidate for Bexley Board of Education (and current BOE member).  She shares what she see as the future for our schools and her role in guiding us in that direction.Learn more and follow Victoria at https://powersforourschools.org/Or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Powersforourschools/ Remember to vote on November 7th, through early voting, or absentee.

10-06
25:20

Ep 6 - School Board Candidate Mike Carter

Come hear about soon to be Bexley Board of Education Member Mike Carter, his background, experience with the Bexley City Schools, and his vision for where we are headed.Learn more about Mike on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550469716279.  Remember to get out and vote this November.

09-22
24:53

Ep 5 - City Council Candidate Danny Hurley

Learn about City Council Candidate Danny Hurley and what focus and new ideas he would bring to the role.Learn more about him on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094383217554  or on his campaign website - https://www.hurleyforbexley.com/

09-11
23:00

Ep 4 - City Council Candidate Alex Silverman

Learn about City Council Candidate Alex Silverman and what focus and new ideas he would bring to the role.Learn more about him on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094413057811  or on his campaign website - https://silverman4bexley.com/

09-01
19:31

Ep 3 - Issue 1 Special Election

Find out what issue 1 is all about, why it matters, and how you can make your voice heard.  Early Voting Hour & Absentee Information - https://vote.franklincountyohio.gov/Voters/Absentee-Voting 

07-31
20:00

Ep 2 - Affordable Housing (Feat. Mayor Kessler & Jeff Beam)

In this episode we look into affordable housing in planning and development in Bexley, Ohio.  We talk with Jeff Beam of the The Community Builders about their prospective developments on Livingston & Cassidy to learn a bit more about what it will look like and who it will serve.  We also talk with Mayor Kessler about the voluntary inclusionary zoning policy prepared to encourage greater affordability for the redevelopment at the current site of the Trinity Lutheran Seminary Apartments.  Tune in and learn a bit more about these developments and local affordable housing.

07-10
01:00:00

Ep 1 - One Bexley (Featuring Ben Heckman)

Discussing the "One Bexley" Project, which features a collaboration between the city, schools, and library.  Bexley Public Library Director Ben Heckman shares some insights into the project.  Follow along with One Bexley city updates at - https://bexley.org/onebexley/ 

06-02
44:54

Teaser - Coming Soon

Coming soon - Join us for Unpacking Bexley and get to know your community, neighbors, city, and schools a bit more deeply.

05-15
01:09

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