Boiling Point Cincinnati

In this rare solo episode, Clayton investigates the pressing question: is free speech evolving or eroding in Trump’s America? He unpacks the state of public discourse in a polarized country, looking at the tension between protecting expression and curbing harmful rhetoric.

Clayton also explores the digital battlefield—examining how the loosening of social media content moderation has accelerated the spread of misinformation and prop...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with Mike Moroski, Executive Director of the Human Services Chamber of Hamilton County. They talk about the current state of human services, the challenges facing providers, and Mike’s perspective from his time on the Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton dive into the Cincinnati city council race, examining the competing slates of candidates. They break down endo...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with Brandon Hill, an organizer with the Amazon Labor Union (ALU) at KCVG. Brandon shares what it’s like to build a new chapter of the ALU from the ground up, and reflects on his experiences with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) as part of a broader push for worker power.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton talk with Judge Ginger Bock from the First District Court of Appeals. Judge Bock breaks dow...

In hour one, Michelle brings listeners the latest on the UAW strike unfolding at General Electric in the Cincinnati area. She also shares highlights from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler’s 2025 Labor Day speech, offering national context to the ongoing fight for workers’ rights.

In hour two, Mark takes a closer look at the Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education race. He breaks down the candidates, their platforms, and the viabilit...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with Celeste Treece, founder of Commen Strategies, to talk about her journey in community organizing. Celeste shares how she’s been able to energize everyday people, build grassroots power, and challenge entrenched systems.

In hour two, Clayton and Mark turn their attention to PragerU, a conservative media company pushing to enter public school classrooms across the country. They weigh the potential i...

In hour one, Michelle speaks with Micah Niemeier-Walsh, Vice President of AFGE Local 3840, about the Trump administration’s assault on NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) and what it means for worker safety across the country. They discuss the critical role NIOSH plays in protecting workers and the risks of undermining it.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton turn their attention to the judicial branch—examining h...

In hour one, Michelle talks with Milli Schafer from the Cincinnati Urban Deer Advocates about the growing debate over urban deer hunting in city parks. They explore both the environmental and ethical considerations surrounding population control in urban green spaces.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton dig into the newly signed lease agreement between the Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County. They examine whether this is a fair deal fo...

In hour one, Michelle speaks with Nancy Sullivan from Transformations CDC about the impact of Trump-era policies on working-class immigrants in Cincinnati. They explore how national politics are creating local hardships—and what can be done to support vulnerable communities.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton break down the week’s biggest news stories from Cincinnati and across Ohio. Topics include rising property taxes, updates on feder...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with Neil Kelly, Deer Park city councilman and passionate disability rights advocate. They talk about Neil’s journey in public service, his work to make communities more accessible, and how local leadership can drive real inclusion.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton celebrate one year of Boiling Point! They take listeners behind the scenes of producing a labor-focused podcast, reflect on the past year’s b...

In hour one, Mark delivers a local news roundup featuring key updates from Cincinnati Public Schools as they face federal funding cuts, the unveiling of a new Charter Committee slate, and an unexpected leadership lesson for corporate executives inspired by the Bengals' offseason moves.

In hour two, Mark takes a deep dive into the QAnon movement—tracing its origins, its merger with the MAGA base, and the growing belief that the ...

In hour one, Michelle speaks with Josh Spring, Executive Director of the Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition, about the realities facing Cincinnati’s unhoused population. They discuss the root causes of homelessness and what community members—and local government—can do to create lasting solutions.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton turn their attention to Elon Musk’s proposed 'America Party.' They examine Musk’s possible mot...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with Judge Nicole Sanders and Keshia Jones from the Hamilton County Drug Court to explore how the court system can play a role in recovery rather than punishment. They break down how drug courts work and how they’re helping Hamilton County residents overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton dig into the good, the bad, and the ugly of the newly passed Ohio state budget, ...

In hour one, Michelle talks with Judi LoPresti, owner of SPUN Bicycles in Northside, about biking culture in Cincinnati. They discuss grassroots advocacy, the city’s bike infrastructure, and what it will take to make streets safer and more accessible for cyclists.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton weigh the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in another Middle East conflict. They dig into how war impacts the working class—on the ...

In hour one, Michelle welcomes Melissa English, Deputy Director of Ohio Citizen Action, for a conversation about grassroots organizing and how everyday people can drive real societal change. From environmental justice to civic engagement, Melissa shares insights from decades in the movement.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton explore the tension between resistance and retreat in the age of Donald Trump. They examine how some institutions...

In hour one, Michelle sits down with author and professor Sarah Stitzlein to explore the importance of standing up for public education in today’s political climate. They also dive into Sarah’s new book, Teaching Honesty in a Populist Era, and what it means for educators, parents, and democracy.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton take a hard look at the political ambitions of Vivek Ramaswamy, imagining what Ohio might look like under his...

In the first hour, Clayton and Mark break down three major stories making headlines: a federal judge orders the federal government to reinstate the TSA collective bargaining agreement, a new Ohio proposal that could make it harder to pass local property tax levies, and the heated debate over the future of Hyde Park Square.

In the second hour, they’re joined by Scott LeCates, a teacher union organizer with the Jefferson County Teache...

Hour One: Michelle dives into a hard-hitting investigation of the forces working against the labor movement. From the Heritage Foundation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to Koch Industries and ALEC, she unpacks how these powerful players shape policies that weaken worker protections.

Hour Two: Mark and Clayton are joined by Katie Hofmann, a member of the Ohio State Board of Education. Together, they explore the latest developments ...