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"The Midstory Hour" is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world, in collaboration with WGTE. The podcast spotlights the best of Midstory's content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory's writers from across the nation.
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- 5 days ago58 min
Home Sweet Home
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories that remind us of home. You’ll hear the fourth episode of Greener Pastures, a Midstory podcast about the past, present and future of farming in the Midwest. Next, explore the Midwestern origins of one of the most iconic toys of all time: Strawberry Shortcake. Finally, learn about the Ohio housing initiative taking its cues from Sears home catalogs.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 11AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- 1 weeks ago58 min
Expect the Unexpected
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about people and places that can subvert your expectations. You’ll hear the third episode of Greener Pastures, a Midstory podcast about the past, present and future of farming in the Midwest. Next, discover the Great Lakes Avengers, a little-known superhero team tasked with defending the Midwest from evil. Finally, learn about the fossils of prehistoric marine monsters found in a surprising place: Kansas.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 11AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- 2 weeks ago58 min
Everything Fresh
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about everything fresh. You’ll hear the second episode of Greener Pastures, a Midstory podcast about the past, present and future of farming in the Midwest. Next, explore the world of competitive husband calling and the importance of the state fairs that preserve the practice. Finally, learn about the Midwestern history of satirical newspaper The Onion.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 11AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- 3 weeks ago58 min
From Then to Now
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about revival and reinvention. You’ll hear the first episode of Greener Pastures, a Midstory podcast about the past, present and future of farming in the Midwest. Next is the story of how a school designed to prevent the spread of tuberculosis was transformed into a community hub. Then, learn about some items you may be surprised were made in Toledo. Finally, discover the history and uncertain future of an icon of the Cincinnati skyline.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 11AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- Apr 2, 202658 min
Face the Future
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about the importance of tomorrow. You’ll hear the sixth and final episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy, an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Next up is the story of how electric aviation is taking off in the Miami Valley, the onetime home of the Wright brothers. Finally, hear about what’s behind a biotechnology boom occurring in some of Ohio’s largest cities.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 10AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- Mar 26, 202658 min
By Land and By Sea
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” our stories span the elements — earth, fire, wind and air — showing how the natural world can bring both peace and danger. You’ll hear the fifth episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy, an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Next, learn about why the Midwest may be on track to become the country’s next rowing hotspot. Last up is a story about a small island in Lake Erie that was once owned by President Rutherford B. Hayes — and could now be yours.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 10AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- Mar 19, 202658 min
Safe Havens and Wide Open Spaces
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about places of refuge. You’ll hear the fourth episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy, an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Then, learn about how an abandoned ammunition factory was turned into a thriving apartment community. Next up is a story about the return of bison to Northwest Ohio. Finally, hear about the Book Loft, a one-of-a-kind bookstore that builds community in Columbus.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 10AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
- Mar 12, 202658 min
Right Place, Right Time
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about getting things where they’re meant to be. You’ll hear the third episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy, an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Next is a story about how Ohio librarians use bookmobiles to increase access in the state’s most rural corners. Finally, hear about how Indiana embraced basketball — a sport invented in New England — and turned it into an iconic part of the state’s culture.“The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 10AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org.
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"The Midstory Hour" is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world, in collaboration with WGTE. The podcast spotlights the best of Midstory's content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory's writers from across the nation.
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