http://www.wcpn.org The Sound of Ideas is WCPN's weekday morning call-in program. (c) Copyright 2009 ideastream - For Personal Use Only http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28516 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28516#When:21:27:00Z As ministers and politicians seek to console a city reeling from mass murder, the community's questions keep coming - about the police response, about how sex offenders are monitored, about the lives of the eleven victims and about what goes on in the mind of a serial killer. On the next Sound of Ideas, we'll talk with people that have some answers, including the Cuyahoga County Sheriff, a forensic psychiatrist, and a professor of social justice. We also want to hear your thoughts so join us on 90.3 at 9. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:27:00 -0500 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28483 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28483#When:14:00:00Z Suspected serial murderer Anthony Sowell has been ordered held without bond. The registered sex offender is suspected of having killed ten or more women. The case has traumatized a local neighborhood and captured the world's attention. Thursday morning at 9, join host Dan Moulthrop for the latest on the Sowell case, its implications for local law enforcement, and how that East side neighborhood is coping. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28436 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28436#When:06:06:00Z On the ballot, you're deciding: Casinos? A livestock oversight board? A County executive or a charter review? Tax levies? Candidates for mayor, council, school board? The results will have far-reaching implications for Ohio and our region. Wednesday morning at 9, join the reporters' roundtable for analysis of the election results. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:06:00 -0500 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28426 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28426#When:06:00:00Z Like nearly every other business and media organization, National Public Radio has had to make some tough decisions over the last year in light of falling revenue: It ended some programs, ordered two rounds of layoffs and redirected resources to the web. NPR's President and CEO Vivian Schiller says public radio is now well-positioned to do more than just survive in the news media's uncertain future. We'll hear more from the corner office at NPR Tuesday morning at 9. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0500 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28417 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28417#When:15:30:00Z We've heard the whispers about the recession ending over the past few months. Those voices got louder this week with reports that the U.S GDP grew 3.5 percent last quarter. Is the U.S economy recovering from the recession? Monday morning at 9, host Dan Moulthrop and guests will examine indicators like the price of oil, pace of exports, home sales, and consumer spending, and we'll find out why the national outlook seems so much brighter than what we see here in Northeastern Ohio. We'll also get your perspective and get answers to your questions. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:30:00 -0500 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28409 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28409#When:18:22:00Z This is the season for celebrating things that go bump in the night. Friday on the Sound of Ideas, host Regina Brett explores what scares people the most and we'll get some real tips on coping with fear, be it flying or the boogeyman. Then at 9:30, the Capitol Steps Halloween special. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:22:00 -0400 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28390 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28390#When:19:04:00Z A couple of recent newspaper polls indicate likely passage of the casino gambling proposal on the November ballot. Apparently, the promise of jobs in this deeply troubled economy has eased previous concerns about expanding gambling. Business forces on both sides of the issue are pouring millions into advertising in the final days of the campaign. The Cuyahoga County corruption probe turns up evidence of high living at public expense and FirstEnergy tells the state it will let customers opt out of its controversial light bulb program. Join us with your thoughts for the weekly reporters' roundtable Thursday at 9:00 a.m. on The Sound of Ideas. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:04:00 -0400 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28369 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28369#When:15:25:00Z From county commissioner to Governor and U.S. Senator, George Voinovich has held more elected offices than anyone in Ohio. The way he puts it, he "can't keep a job." Wednesday morning at 9, join host Dan Moulthrop for a conversation with the Republican who describes himself as the "last remaining deficit hawk in the Senate." We'll hear why he just might vote for a health care overhaul, why he still hates casinos and really likes the idea of a county executive in Cuyahoga County. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:25:00 -0400 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28353 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28353#When:05:00:00Z Last year, consumers paid banks and credit unions nearly $37 billion in overdraft fees, at as much as $35 per transaction. Banks say consumers are to blame and the high fees are justified. Consumer groups counter that banks game the system to run up more fees. Tuesday morning at 9, join Plain Dealer consumer affairs columnist Sheryl Harris for coverage of the battle over overdrafts and the future of regulation. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:00:00 -0400 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28345 http://www.wcpn.org/WCPN/soi/28345#When:15:44:00Z In this year's race for Mayor of Cleveland, challenger Bill Patmon has had difficulty gaining traction. From jobs to education, his criticisms of Mayor Frank Jackson seem to be falling flat. And even some of Jackson's critics say he hasn't really done anything wrong though he hasn't exceeded expectations either. The city’s economic engine remains stalled and its schools continue to under-perform. Monday morning at 9, join host Dan Moulthrop with your questions for incumbent Mayor Frank Jackson and challenger Bill Patmon. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:44:00 -0400