The Midstory Hour

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 [https://www.ohiohumanities.org/copperheadconspiracy/], 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 [http://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 [http://www.midstory.org].

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 [https://www.ohiohumanities.org/copperheadconspiracy/], 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 [http://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 [http://www.midstory.org].

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 [https://www.ohiohumanities.org/copperheadconspiracy/], 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 [http://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 [http://www.midstory.org].

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 [https://www.ohiohumanities.org/copperheadconspiracy/], 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 [http://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 [http://www.midstory.org].

Something to Prove

This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about showing your worth. You’ll hear the second episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy [https://www.ohiohumanities.org/copperheadconspiracy/], an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Then, learn about the Heinz factory in Fremont, which produces more than a billion pounds of ketchup every year. Last up is a story about how the Lost Region Recovery Project is bringing the Midwest back into the academic spotlight. “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 [http://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 [http://www.midstory.org].