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Life in the 614
by Gannett
"Life in the 614" is the weekly lifestyle podcast at the Columbus Dispatch, providing a taste of upcoming arts, entertainment and leisure activities in central Ohio.
Episodes
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Attending Red White & Boom? Here’s what you need to know
Columbus Dispatch features and entertainment reporter Cameron Teague Robinson explains what you need to know regarding Red White & Boom for 2022. Cameron breaks down the best places to watch the fireworks, where to park, and talks about the streets closures that will occur because of this event.
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COSI CEO, President Frederic Bertley previews the center's "Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes" exhibition
Features reporter Earl Hopkins and COSI CEO and President Frederic Bertley talk about the upcoming "Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes" exhibition, which is set to run at COSI from Nov. 26 to May 30, 2022.
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Comedian Chelsea Handler talks about her new comedy tour 'Vaccinated and Horny'
Reporter Earl Hopkins speaks to comedian, television host and six-time best-selling author Chelsea Handler to talk about her new comedy tour “Vaccinated and Horny,” as well as her upcoming performance at the Palace Theatre on Nov. 13.
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Donut and Beer Festival Founder Brian Colopy talks about the annual event's debut in central Ohio
For the 100th episode of Life in the 614, features reporter Earl Hopkins talks to Donut and Beer Festival Founder Brian Colopy about the annual event's origins, ongoing success and its debut in the capital city.
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Essayist, Poet Hanif Abdurraqib talks about MacArthur 'Genius Grant' and power of joint efforts to uplift Columbus artists
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins speaks to music critic, essayist, and poet Hanif Abdurraqib who’s here to talk about being selected as one of the 25 MacArthur ‘genius’ grant recipients and the greater effort to advance Columbus’ art and culture space through shared resources.
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WOSU to push for increased engagement, community outreach with new facility
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins speaks to Mike Thompson, WOSU news content director and the host of "Columbus on the Record," about the media company's new facility on the latest episode of Life in the 614 podcast.
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Neil deGrasse Tyson brings movie event to Columbus
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins speaks with Neil deGrasse Tyson on the latest episode of the Life in the 614 podcast. During this episode we preview how Tyson will take center stage at the Palace Theatre on September 21, in Columbus, Ohio and what viewers can expect to see at his...
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Carla Epler talks about the return of Columbus' Oktoberfest, the family-ran event's origins
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins talks about the origins of Columbus' Oktoberfest, how the event has evolved in its 55-year history and what elements will be seen at this year's festival.
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Organizer of Greek Festival talks about the event's return, storied tradition
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins spoke with Greak Festival Spokesman Stacey Stathulis about the history of the Labor Day Weekend tradition and what attendees can expect with the event's return after a two-year hiatus.
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A look at some of the most exciting events and concerts this fall and winter
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins chronicles the most exciting events, concerts and festivals to look forward to this fall and winter on the latest edition of the Life in the 614 podcast. During this episode, we highlight concerts, literary events, visual art exhibits, standup…
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Previewing the Columbus Food Truck Festival with co-creator Chas Kaplan
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins speaks with Chas Kaplan, co-creator of the Columbus Food Truck Festival on the latest edition of the Life in the 614 podcast. During this episode we talk about how the festival got started in 2011, how it’s in a new location this year, and what we...
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James Alexander, owner of Flavor'd Flow Studio talks about the art of breakdancing
Columbus Dispatch features reporter Earl Hopkins speaks with James Alexander, owner of Flavor'd Flow Studio on the latest episode of the Life in the 614 podcast. During this edition we discuss the history and culture of breakdancing, what inspired Alexander to get involved with the art form and…
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Dispatch Weekender returns, CEO John Barker speaks on rise in Columbus rooftop bars
With the reboot of Weekender, Arts and Culture Reporter Earl Hopkins spoke with Features and Special Sections Editor Becky Kover about what readers can expect going forward. Earl also spoke with Ohio Restaurant Association President and CEO John Barker about the growing number of rooftop bars and...
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Bexley's JJ Kramer talks new 'Creem' documentary
The Columbus attorney is the son of the founder of Detroit rock magazine Creem. Kramer produced the new documentary, “Creem: America’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll Magazine,” available online at creemmag.com.
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Get the dish on Broadway in Columbus for next season
Lisa Minken, marketing manager of the series, talks about "Come From Away," "Hadestown," "Frozen" and more.
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James McBride aims to offer comedy, relief in his new book
Columbus Dispatch freelance reporter Nancy Gilson Braverman speaks with novelist James McBride on the latest episode of the Life in the 614 podcast. On this show we discuss McBride’s new book “Deacon King Kong,” how he came up with the idea for this novel, and talk about what readers can expect…
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Author Eliese Colette Goldbach gives inside glimpse to her new book
Eliese Colette Goldbach shares insights into her new book, “Rust: A Memoir of Steel and Grit.”
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Richard Cordray discusses his new book
Columbus Dispatch freelance reporter Nancy Gilson Braverman speaks with Richard Cordray regarding his new book “Watchdog: How Protecting Consumers Can Save Our Families, Our Economy, and Our Democracy.” During this we hear about Cordray’s time spent as the director of the Consumer Financial...
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Carpenter Darren Keefe talks about his HGTV debut on the reboot of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Keefe, who spent his teen years living in Worthington, moved to Los Angeles more than 20 years ago to pursue a career in entertainment.
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Rapsody talks about her new album and the state of hip-hop
The Grammy-nominated artist will perform Feb. 17 at Skully's Music-Diner in Columbus, Ohio.
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Icing Smiles Founder Tracy Quisenberry talks about serving critically ill children with small gifts
Icing Smiles is a national nonprofit that provides celebration cakes to critically ill children and their siblings. The organization will celebrate its 10th birthday and honor the memory of one of its Columbus recipients from 7-9 p.m. on Friday at the Columbus Ronald McDonald House.
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Lauren Schmidt Hissrich discusses her role as showrunner of Netflix's "The Witcher"
Schmidt Hissrich, who grew up in Westerville, began her career on "The West Wing." Now, she is among very few women at the helm of fantasy television dramas.
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Role of "The Office's" Dwight Schrute is fun, if challenging, for stage actor Christian Fary
Fary plays the Dunder Mifflin employee in “The Office! A Musical Parody,” which comes to the Southern Theatre Jan. 20 and 21.
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Author Candacy Taylor discusses new book on African American travel
Taylor's "Overground Railroad" sheds more light on the "Green Book," a travel guide for African Americans during the height of segregation. Taylor will visit Gramercy Books in Bexley on Thursday at 7 p.m.
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App offers roadmap to Ohio craft beers
Justin Hemminger of the Ohio Craft Association talks about Ohio On Tap and its challenge to beer fans to visit 230 breweries over two years.
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Quirkiest stories of the decade in central Ohio
From Taylor Swift's appearance at a local bridal shower to a hotel offering beer showers, this was a fun decade to remember. >> Read more: Take our fun quiz on the most quirky central Ohio stories of the 2010s
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Harlem Globetrotter Julian “Zeus” McClurkin talks world records and Columbus hotspots
The beloved basketball team will be visiting Columbus December 29th, 2019 for two games at the Schottenstein Center.
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Tis the season: Chevy Chase talks about “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and more
The actor will answer questions from the audience following a screening of the movie at the Palace Theatre on December 21st, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Host of Nickelodeon’s “Double Dare” talks about his career
Marc Summers will host a “Double Dare Live” event in Columbus, Ohio on December 16th, 2019.
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Local Kris Kringle talks about the art of answering Santa’s mail
Joe Leonetti responds to hundreds of letters each holiday season that he collects at a special mailbox for Santa in Westerville.
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Mo Rocca discusses his love of obituaries and his new book, “Mobituaries”
The humorist will appear Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 at the Thurber House sponsored event at the King Arts Complex.
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Former astronaut Kathy Sullivan discusses her book, "Handprints on Hubble: An Astronaut’s Story of Invention"
Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space, was part of the team that launched, rescued, repaired, and maintained the Hubble Space Telescope.
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Author Jami Attenberg discusses her relationships with here characters in her latest book, “All This Could Be Yours.”
The bestselling author will be coming to Bexley on November 12th, 2019 as part of a special event.
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Chris Sarandon talks "Princess Bride" ahead of Wizard World Columbus
Chris Sarandon, perhaps best known as Prince Humperdinck in the 1987 film, will be joined by fellow cast members Cary Elwes and Wallace Shawn this weekend during the comic convention.
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Vicki Lawrence's live show promises plenty of ‘Mama'
Vicki Lawrence, an actress and comedian best known for being on "The Carol Burnett Show," chats about her upcoming performance in Columbus.
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Christian artist Crowder brings eclectic sound to Nationwide Arena
Singer-songwriter David Crowder chats about the hip-hop influence on his third album, "I Know a Ghost." He opens for MercyMe at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5th 2019.
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Columbus symphony, ballet and opera groups' latest collaboration is "Twisted 3"
Rossen Milanov, Edwaard Liang and Peggy Kriha Dye talk about their latest group effort.
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‘Captain Underpants’ creator Dav Pilkey coming to town for Cartoon Crossroads Columbus
The Cleveland native will be appearing at the event, which is entering its fifth year.
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Film Festival of Columbus includes a variety of films with local connections
Chris Hamel, president of the Gateway Film Center, offers some highlights of the festival, which runs through Sunday.
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Goosebumps Author R.L. Stine joins the show
Columbus Dispatch features editor Ryan Smith and Nancy Gilson Braverman speak with special guest Author R.L. Stine on the latest episode of the Life in the 614 podcast. During this we discuss Stine’s career as an author, his famous Goosebumps series, and his upcoming visit to Columbus.
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How to become a social media influencer in Columbus
Katey Haines and Megumi Robinson talk about the phenomenon and its impact.
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The mission behind the inaugural WonderBus Music & Arts Festival
The creators of Cleveland's LaureLive music fest will bring another purpose-driven event to Columbus. Taking place at the Lawn at CAS on Saturday and Sunday, August 17 and 18, the WonderBus Music & Arts Festival will feature performances by Walk the Moon, the Revivalists, Jenny Lewis, Trombone...
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The genius of James Thurber comes to the Columbus Museum of Art
Author and exhibit curator Michael Rosen talks about the upcoming show featuring the artistic work of the Columbus native.
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A sneak peek at Festival Latino from its director and the 'Salsa King'
Beginning as a five-hour pilot project in 1996, Festival Latino has blossomed into a two-day extravaganza for thousands of attendees. The free, family-friendly fest returns to Genoa Park on Saturday and Sunday, August 10 and 11. Features reporter Erica Thompson sits down with Festival Coordinator...
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Pelotonia official announces major initiative to fund cancer research
Joe Apgar, Chief Operating Officer from Pelotonia, discusses the group’s growing fundraising efforts.
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Fried-food maestro Brian Shenkman talks about his favorite treats at the Ohio State Fair
The man behind several major food and candy stands at the fair discusses what will be new this year, how he comes up with his creations and more.
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Jim Henson exhibit at COSI shows imagination is unlimited
Elyse Lohrbach, project manager at COSI, discusses the genius of Jim Henson and the Muppets, as revealed in the museum’s ongoing exhibition.
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Music writer Julia Oller dishes on the Columbus music scene
Want to know the area's best venue for live music and the best concert in recent memory? Listen in!
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Looking back at great moments from the past year
Happy Birthday to us: “Life in the 614” celebrates its first year of producing a podcast.
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The National bassist Scott Devendorf talks about group’s latest album before Columbus appearance
Devendorf grew up in Cincinnati and spoke about “I Am Easy to Find” before coming to Express Live on Monday June 24th, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio.
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"Life in the 614" is the weekly lifestyle podcast at the Columbus Dispatch, providing a taste of upcoming arts, entertainment and leisure activities in central Ohio.
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