What does it take to move a city forward? Hosted by Betsy Goldstein, this Central Ohio-based podcast features real conversations with community leaders shaping the future of our city. From developers and elected officials to grassroots changemakers, hear directly from those moving the needle on local issues. We’ll dive into the people, places, and projects driving growth in the region, discussing both the successes and the challenges along the way. If you care about where the city is headed and want to be part of the conversation, you’re in the right place.
Don Leonard on The Campaign, Central Ohio & What’s Ahead
Host Betsy and candidate Don Leonard discuss his campaign, Central Ohio's sentiment, and future changes in this interview.
23 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT
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.”
2 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT
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.
12 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
As Seen in Columbus - The Rooster!
Host Betsy interviews "The Rooster," a "Marionaire," discussing his journey, evolving political documentation, and impact on Central Ohio's political landscape.
25 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT
Jeremy Mangerchine on Creating Art and Community in Columbus
Host Betsy interviews artist Jeremy Mangerchine about art's role in community, creative partnerships, and his evolving perspective on the Columbus art scene, revealing art's potential to transcend the canvas.
12 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT
Jesse Vogel on Campaigns, Community, and Crisis
Host Betsy interviews attorney Jesse Vogel, who discusses his city council campaign, his work with CRIS, and community engagement in Columbus, revealing insights into local politics and crisis response.
22 Jan 2026TRANSCRIPT
Yohannan "Yogi" Terrell on Building Columbus as a Fashion Capital
Yohannan "Yogi" Terrell discusses his early experiences that shaped his creative direction and how Columbus is positioned to become a fashion capital in this interview.
17 Dec 2025
Mayor Jadwin of Gahanna on Creekside’s Evolution and Gahanna’s Next Chapter
In this episode, Betsy sits down with Mayor Jadwin to talk about Gahanna’s past, present, and future. They cover the history of Creekside, the vision behind the $100 million Creekside Reimagined project, Gahanna’s approach to housing, how Intel factors into the city’s growth, and what residents can expect from the new Civic Center and the city’s 10-year outlook.
19 Nov 2025
Shannon Hardin on Public Service, Growth, and Columbus’s Future
In this episode, Betsy sits down with Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin to talk about his path in public service and the city he’s helping shape. Shannon reflects on growing up around City Hall, the milestones he’s proud of in his role, and his work bringing the LinkUS transit project to life.
He also explores Columbus’s growth - celebrating new opportunities while addressing the challenges of displacement - and shares his vision for the city’s future. Plus, Betsy asks the question on everyone’s mind: Will he run for mayor?
22 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT
Zach Klein on Public Service and Making a Difference in Columbus
In this episode, Betsy sits down with Columbus City Attorney Zack Klein to talk about his path to public service and the work his office is leading across the city. Zack discusses how his office works to strengthen communities, support residents, and collaborate with local partners, while sharing the programs that make a difference in people’s lives. And on a more personal note, he reflects on the role basketball has played throughout his life, both past and present, now coaching his daughter’s team with his mom by his side!
25 Sept 2025TRANSCRIPT
Liz Brown on the YWCA’s Impact in Columbus
In this episode, Betsy sits down with Liz Brown, President & CEO of the YWCA, to talk about how the YWCA is living out its mission to eliminate racism and empower women while making a tangible impact in the lives of thousands of people each year.
From operating childcare centers that serve over 1,200 children to providing housing and shelter for women and families, the YWCA is meeting immediate needs while also working to change the systems that create inequity. Liz shares candid insights on the growing challenges families face in finding stable housing, what it’s really like for kids going back to school while experiencing homelessness, and the importance of preserving existing housing in Columbus.
Alongside this frontline work, Liz highlights how the YWCA is advancing racial equity and advocacy - equipping leaders and community members to build a city rooted in opportunity and justice for all.
21 Aug 2025TRANSCRIPT
Allison Russo Shares Big News!
On this episode of Six One Forward, Former Ohio House Minority Leader Allison Russo joins us to share big news about her future and the vision she has for the state.
Russo takes us through the path that led to her first election, the lessons she’s carried from her upbringing and her mom’s example, and the principles that drive her to keep showing up for the public. She offers candid advice for anyone considering a run for office, and speaks directly to Democrats who are ready to get involved.
Personal and relevant for Ohio’s next chapter, this episode marks a defining moment in her career and in Ohio politics.
7 Aug 2025TRANSCRIPT
The State of Nonprofits in Central Ohio with Michael Corey
In this episode of Six One Forward, host Betsy Goldstein sits down with Michael Corey, Executive Director of the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County, for a frank conversation about the mounting pressures facing Central Ohio’s nonprofits.
Michael shares his path to leading a network of over 200 organizations, and explains the growing challenges nonprofits face in 2025, from federal funding freezes and political targeting to rising demand and shrinking resources.
They dig into how Columbus is responding, the ripple effects of disinvestment, and what everyday people can do to help.
16 Jul 2025TRANSCRIPT
Rick Wolfe on The North Market’s Past, Present, and 32-story Future
Rick Wolfe, Executive Director of North Market, joins us to talk about one of Columbus’s most iconic landmarks, and where it’s headed next. From the historic roots of the 149-year-old market to the ambitious new Merchant Building project rising 32 stories above it, this episode covers the balance between honoring legacy and embracing growth. Rick shares updates on the expansion, how tourism and local business intertwine, and what it means to incubate new food and retail concepts in the heart of the city.
18 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT
Jon Melchi on Growth, Policy, and What’s Next for Housing
Jon Melchi, Executive Director at the Building Industry Association, discusses the policies and challenges influencing central Ohio's housing supply in an interview, revealing what is needed to meet growing demands.
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Don Leonard on The Campaign, Central Ohio & What’s Ahead
Published 8 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Now, part of that is one of those things where, you know, a smart politician shouldn't unilaterally disarm. If the other guys are playing with that money, they're going to play with that money, too. I see my race as an experiment. Can I run a race where I refuse corporate PAC money, where I refuse money from the Israeli lobby, where I refuse to throw my LGBTQ friends under the bus, where I refuse to throw immigrants under the bus and still ask hardworking, middle class, working class Ohioans to believe in me and the Democratic Party by creating an affordability agenda that they can really see and sink their teeth into? […]
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