15 Ear-resistable Podcasts
Local, Lively & Listenable
By Margaret Briller
I met my first podcaster this spring and it turned me into a listener. Maybe a podcast will do that to you. Podcasts cover a range of subjects, so if you’re looking to connect with local audiences, here is a mixed bag of popular Northeast Ohio podcasts worth listening to:
Behind the Curtain
Apple, Spotify, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
Explore the Northeast Ohio theatre scene and hang out with the artists who work onstage, offstage and behind the curtain. Get a sneak peek from artists, producers, DJs and people in the music business.
Cleveland Appraisal Blog
Website, Apple, Spotify
Jamie Owen, author of the Cleveland Appraisal Blog, shares information about the Northeast Ohio housing market, neighborhood dynamics, home improvement and more.
Cleveland Browns Podcast Network
Website, Apple, YouTube, Spotify, Episodes
Listen to Cleveland Browns Daily and other programming from the Browns Podcast Network. Hosts Beau Bishop, Nathan Zegura and Jerod Cherry keep you up to date about NFL insights, team dynamics and general sports trivia.
Cleveland Guardians Podcast Network
Website, Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Episodes
Beat reporters join national correspondents to take an inside look ahead at the story lines and developing news that impact the Guardians’ outlook. From history to current events, host Jim Rosenhaus keeps listeners amused and educated.
Heidi and Toni Explore Cleveland
Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Pandora
Heidi Johnson and Toni Gambino, two friends living in Northeast Ohio, showcase amazing places for entertainment, culture, food and drinks. They explore Cleveland, Akron and Canton’s venues, experiences, costs, accessibility, parking and bathroom cleanliness.
Ideastream Public Media
- Shuffle
Website, YouTube
Shuffle is your backstage pass to NEO’s independent music scene. Hosts Amanda Rabinowitz and Brittany Nader speak with performers, producers and other artists to highlight the stories behind the music.
- Sound of Ideas
Website, YouTube
This weekday morning news and information program focuses on Northeast Ohio.
Lay of The Land
Website, Apple, Spotify
Listen to stories of entrepreneurship and builders in Cleveland and throughout Northeast Ohio. Every Thursday, Jeffrey Stern helps map the Cleveland/NEO business ecosystem by talking to founders, investors and community builders to learn what makes Cleveland/NEO special.
Off-Air with Kristi Capel
Amazon, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, iHeartRadio
Throughout her 14-year journey as a TV news anchor, Kristi Capel interviewed incredible individuals. Join her to uncover the fascinating lives of comedians, actors and inspirational figures for stories that inspire and beginnings that spark the imagination.
Rediscovering Ohio
Website, Apple, Spotify
Brian Gallagher brings you information about appreciating where you are in Northeast Ohio. He offers curious explorations of Ohio parks, food and other cool things the state has to offer. Great for learning about day trips around the state.
Music Makes Us
Website, Spotify, YouTube, PRX
The official podcast of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame — hosted by legendary artist Kathleen Hanna — features conversations centered around lyrics, unforgettable shows, treasured artifacts and stories with music legends across generations and genres. These Tuesday episodes bring funny, unfiltered conversations about the influencers, weird behind-the-scenes moments and the ways music comforts us.
Rust Belt Rundown
Website, Apple, Spotify
Host Paul O’Connor shines a light on the meaningful work being done in Northeast Ohio, bringing together manufacturing executives and business leaders for candid discussions about business, regional happenings, industry trends, entrepreneurship and more.
Stay Beautiful, America
Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, YouTube
Scott “Cosmo” Nixon spotlights restaurant venues beyond chicken wings. His unscripted podcast showcases local businesses and eateries with local celebrities around Northeast Ohio. I met him on location and he’s a hoot.
The Landscape
Website, Apple, Spotify
Crain’s Cleveland Business reporters and guests discuss the latest trends and issues impacting business, news and politics in Northeast Ohio. Host Dan Polletta brings over 20 years of award-winning on-air experience as a broadcaster, writer and storyteller.
The View From Pluto
Website, Apple, Spotify, YouTube
Terry Pluto, American sportswriter, newspaper columnist and author, brings you a new perspective on Ohio sports every Wednesday morning. More than just a score, The View helps up your game with a deeper insight into sports stories. Go beyond the stats to explore how sports, teams and athletics influence our world and culture.
Two Middle-Aged Men in Cleveland
Website, Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Episodes
Clevelanders Ken Dworznik and Ted Klopp present their viewpoints as middle-aged men, dads and husbands. They engage in light-hearted discussions on various topics, and try not to get too involved in negative news and controversy.
Margaret Briller is a freelance writer who’s looking for other newbie podcasters in Northeast Ohio. Who do you listen to?
Hey, We’ve Got One, Too
ThriveTalk
As a huge podcast fan, I jumped into the world of video podcasting with both feet. I quickly discovered that listening to podcasts is far different from hosting a podcast. With that caveat, I encourage you to check out Northeast Ohio Thrive magazine’s ThriveTalk video podcast. It’s available through our website, northeastohiothrive.com, and on our YouTube channel.
I talk to our columnists, community leaders and other interesting people about topics appealing to people 55+. I have seven episodes under my belt, probably eight by the time you get this magazine. Check it out.
—Marie Elium, ThriveTalk host
