🎙️ Groundhog Games, Courtroom Chaos, & Ohio at a Crossroads
Robert and Tom kick off Show #47 the only way Ohio knows how — arguing about the weather. Is it a longer winter or an early spring? This year, Groundhog Day predictions come courtesy of two groundhogs and a cat called Casmir, and frankly… we’re all just hoping one of them is right. For the record, Casimir and Phil agree about this year’s weather, while Buckeye Chuck predicts an early spring. From there, the show barrels straight into hard news, judicial corruption, Ohio education shakeups, and legislative madness — with a much-needed dose of Good Things to close it out. Buckle up.
🚨 Life in Prison for Man Who Tried to Kill President Trump
This one hits hard. The man convicted of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 has been sentenced to life in prison. Robert and Tom react to the ruling, the media framing, and what it says about political violence in America today.
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🔗: Man convicted of trying to kill Trump in 2024 sentenced to life in prison
⚖️ Judge Blocks Trump From Ending Haitian TPS
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians — delaying what could have been a massive displacement. Robert and Tom discuss the legal reasoning, political implications, and how this decision directly affects communities right here in Ohio and a few fireworks between Robert and Tom start off early in the show.
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🔗: Judge blocks Trump administration from ending protections for Haitians
▶️ YouTube: Crisis Delayed: Judge Blocks Imminent Haitian Exodus in Springfield
🏛️ How Corrupt Is Ohio’s Judiciary?
This segment raises eyebrows. Explosive footage claims judges can be bought with bribes in Ohio immigration courts. Robert and Tom dig into what this means for trust in the legal system — and why Ohio keeps finding itself in these headlines.
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🔗: Exclusive: Bombshell Footage Claims Judges Can Be Bought With Bribes in Ohio Immigration Courts
👩⚖️ Judge Celebrezze Pleads Guilty
Former Cuyahoga County Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze has pleaded guilty to record tampering. Another blow to public confidence — and another example fueling concerns about accountability in Ohio’s courts.
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🔗: Former Cuyahoga County Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze pleads guilty to record tampering charge
🎓 Ohio Schools: A New Direction?
Ohio schools are weighing a major shift — moving away from property taxes and toward income taxes for funding. Meanwhile, Canton schools have approved $18 million in cuts, with layoffs likely.
Robert and Tom unpack what this means for parents, taxpayers, and the future of public education. As expected, fireworks fly when their perspectives diverge — a reminder that honest disagreement is part of the conversation.
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🔗: Ohio schools consider switching from property taxes to income taxes
🔗: Canton school board approves plan to cut $18M from budget, layoffs are likely
🪓 AxeTheTax.org
The conversation turns to tax reform and the push behind AxeTheTax.org. Robert and Tom discuss who’s behind it, what it would change, and why it keeps resurfacing in Ohio politics. Will it get on the ballot? Ohioans who want to take action can go directly to the site to sign the petition.
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🔗: Official Committee to Abolish Ohio’s Property Taxes – AxOHTax!
🐀 Critter Corner
Because Ohio legislation is always… something.
📜SB 341 – Would stop underage marriage in Ohio
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🔗: Ohio would block all underage marriage under new legislation
📜HB 79 – Would “protect” Ohio referees from assault
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🔗: Ohio lawmakers continue to push for bill protecting sports officials after recent altercation
📜HB 304 – Would extend school recess time
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🔗: Ohio bill would extend recess for kids
Speed Cameras – Who’s actually getting paid?
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▶️ YouTube: 3News Investigates: Cashing in on speed camera fines
🔗: 3News Investigates: Who profits from speed cameras?
Public Service Reminder: Don’t eat yellow or white snow
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🔗: Snow may look clean, but it can contain pollutants
🌟 Good Things
Let’s end on a high note — because Ohio delivers.
🏅 Ohio Will Host Olympic Events in 2028
For the first time ever, Ohio will host events tied to the 2028 Olympics. Yes, really.
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🔗: Ohio to host 2028 Olympic tournament for the first time in state’s history
🐕 Dog Rescue That Feels Like Winter
A heartwarming rescue as tri-state crews save a dog from a partially frozen pond. First responders raced against time to rescue a dog that had fallen into a partially frozen pond. Quick action, teamwork, and cold-water training made the difference — and the dog made it out alive.
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🔗: Tri-State crews save dog from partially frozen pond
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