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In this co-host only episode, Brittany and Maddie take a moment to pause and reflect on the conversations that have shaped Better Together so far. From child care and the mental load to creativity, leadership, and healing, the two revisit standout moments from past guests and share how those themes continue to ripple through their own lives and community.
This is part catch-up, part reflection, and part remin...

In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James welcome Lexington senior Dantrell Hughes, a standout WR/DB and track athlete who has Division I college offers. Dantrell reflects on the resilience of this senior class, how long-standing relationships have helped them bond and succeed and what it was like to overcome an injury last year that sidelined him. He shares the high expectations the team has for itself on an...

Episode 66 of News Man Weekly mixes the usual banter, football overreactions, headlines of the week and a guest with some fascinating ghost stories. Carl, Zac and Hayden trade takes from the weekend, then turn to local news — including the Ashland County Fair’s decision to remove the Democratic Party booth over 'offensive' political buttons, Mansfield City Council honoring longtime pastor Rev. Verdell Larson and Ma...

In this episode, we sit down with Susan Hamme, director of Grief Services at Hospice of the Western Reserve. With more than 20 years of experience. From bedside social work to leading bereavement programs across 16 counties, Susan has devoted her career to creating spaces where loss can be acknowledged and shared.

Susan helps us understand why grief is both normal and necessary, why it can feel so isolating, and how we might show u...

In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James are joined by Shelby senior Carter Kessler, who transferred last school year from Mansfield Senior. Carter talks about the thrill of attending Ohio State’s night game against Ohio University, what it’s like to stand in front of 105,000 fans and weighing options like walking on at OSU versus committing to a school like West Virginia. He shares the reasons b...

Episode 65 of News Man Weekly sets the tone with a spooky twist as Carl, Zac and Hayden gear up for the Halloween season. The trio trades NFL Week 2 overreactions, recaps the buzz from the Budweiser Clydesdales’ appearances across the region and dives into local headlines — including a federal lawsuit against Mansfield police, the latest in Shiloh’s “unauditable” finances and more.

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In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Ripley and Hélène Biandudi Hofer, co-founders of Good Conflict and longtime leaders in journalism and conflict transformation. Between them, they’ve trained thousands of journalists, written acclaimed books, and guided communities through some of their hardest conversations.

Amanda and Hélène share stories about why our deep human need to be understood so often sparks ten...

In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James sit down with Centerburg junior Jackson Ballinger, a tight end and edge rusher making waves both on the field and in the classroom. Jackson shares what it’s been like juggling college recruiting visits — from Duke to Alabama to Florida — while keeping up with all his classes and leading his team. He reflects on the thrill of receiving his first offer...

Episode 64 of News Man Weekly opens with Carl, Zac and Hayden recapping the chaos of the newsroom while half the staff was away, then diving into NFL Week 1 overreactions. We also cover major local headlines, including convicted wife killer John Boyle’s parole denial, the FBI’s quiet visit to Mansfield and a bomb threat that temporarily disrupted the city’s beloved Greek Festival.

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What does it mean to design a community that thrives with, rather than against, nature?

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Ogg, founder of Mansfield Permaculture. Jason grew up in the rainforests of Papua New Guinea, an experience that shaped his values of stewardship, connection, and resilience. Today, he’s bringing those lessons to North Central Ohio, reimagining how we grow food, share resources, and restore ecosystem...