Judge Laurel Beatty Blunt on Law, Service, and Civic Change

Judge Laurel Beatty Blunt on Law, Service, and Civic Change

Judge Laurel Beatty Blunt sits down to talk about the moments and influences that shaped her path into law and public service-from working in her father’s firm to finding her footing through early involvement in voting and civic work. She also shares why she’s been showing up more on social media and what she hopes her videos accomplish, along with her belief that real change depends on people taking action at every level. The conversation wraps with her perspective on the “Columbus Way.”

Brian Suiter on Development in Central Ohio

In this episode, we sit down with Brian to talk about his path into development and the projects that helped shape it. The conversation touches on his early days in development, what it takes to move a project from idea to reality, and the story behind The Mill on Flax Luxury Apartments in Delaware. Brian also shares how the development world has changed in recent years, the role partnerships play in getting projects done, and what he sees ahead for growth in Central Ohio.

As Seen in Columbus - The Rooster!

This week on Six One Forward, Betsy sits down with "The Rooster," a fellow "Marionaire," for a wide-ranging conversation about the person behind the camera and the work that’s made him a familiar presence around Columbus. They talk about the path that brought him there, the routines and choices that shape his daily life, and how his approach to documenting politics has evolved over time. The conversation also touches on how his presence is perceived in those spaces, the role video has played in building the audience that now follows his work, and some of the bigger political stories and dynamics currently surrounding Central Ohio.

Jeremy Mangerchine on Creating Art and Community in Columbus

In this episode of the Six One Forward, Betsy sits down with Artist Jeremy Mangerchine alongside Cheryl Stauffer of Crimson Design Group and Brandi Al-Issa of Habitat for Humanity Mid-Ohio for a conversation about art, community, and collaboration. Together, they talk about the power of creative partnership, the impact of working with a Habitat family on a custom piece, and what it looks like when art becomes something bigger than the canvas. After Cheryl and Brandi head out, Betsy and Jeremy continue the conversation and zoom out a bit. Jeremy shares how long he’s been creating, what the Columbus art scene has looked like from his perspective, how his path has evolved over the years, and what this upcoming show means to him.

Jesse Vogel on Campaigns, Community, and Crisis

In this episode, Betsy sits down with attorney and former Columbus City Council candidate Jesse Vogel for a conversation that picks up in the aftermath of an election and in the middle of a pivotal moment for our city. Jesse reflects on the close of his campaign, what the experience demanded of him, and how it reshaped the relationships and energy around local politics. While most candidates get a pause after Election Day, Jesse stepped straight into high-stakes work at CRIS, as Columbus began grappling with increased ICE activity and the fear and uncertainty that followed. They talk about what those early days felt like on the ground, how families are navigating detention, and how local leaders are coordinating to respond with urgency and care. The conversation closes with a forward-looking perspective on what comes next for Columbus, and how people across the city can stay engaged in shaping a community that looks out for one another.