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Ep. 75 - Beachwood’s Fields, the Fairmount Property &...

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2026/10/06

In this episode of Everything Is Local, Mike and Shana dig into several local issues before getting into a much bigger national conversation:• Why Beachwood teenagers were reportedly told they could not use the Fairmount fields when the fields were not being used, and what the school district's facility-use policy actually says about community access.• The frustration over changing explanations for why the kids were removed from the fields, and the larger questions about accountability and oversight

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Ep. 74 - Beachwood’s $8 Million Mistake: The Library,...

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2026/09/30

In this episode of Everything Is Local, Shana, Mike and Matt break down the latest developments surrounding Beachwood’s proposed new library and the controversial Fairmount Temple property:• The latest library plans, including the proposed auditorium, private study spaces, maker room and the impact the project could have on Beachwood’s remaining youth sports fields.• Why the school district’s plan to move engineering classes into the current library raises major questions about transportation,

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01:03:39

Ep. 73 - The $30 Million Library: Who Pays for the...

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2026/09/22

In this episode, Mike, Shana, Matt take a deep dive into the proposed new Beachwood library and the questions surrounding the project:• The latest presentation for the proposed library and why the new plans for the surrounding sports fields are raising even more questions.• The massive amount of dirt and engineering that could be required to level the property, and the unanswered question of who will actually pay for that work.• Why moving the library could significantly reduce the space

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Ep. 71 - Part 2 of Shana and Matt's discussion on...

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2026/09/08

With Mike currently away with family, this is another great episode where Shana and Matt talk about:• The history and controversy surrounding Israeli settlements in the West Bank, including the Green Line, Areas A, B and C, and how the Oslo Accords divided the territory.• Why hundreds of thousands of Israelis live beyond the Green Line and the different political, religious and economic reasons behind the settlements.• The differences between Zionism and religious Zionism, and how Jewish historical

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Ep. 70 - Beachwood’s Library Debate, Roundabout...

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2026/09/01

With Mike currently away with family, this is another great episode where Shana and Matt talk about:• The ongoing debate over moving the Beachwood library and what that could mean for the school fields and students who currently use the library after school.• The problems with the Hilltop and Halcyon roundabout and how Matt finally got the confusing stop and yield signs addressed after years of pushing the issue.• Why South Woodland and Solon Road needs better pedestrian safety for people crossing

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Ep. 69 - Beachwood Property Taxes, The Fairmount...

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2026/08/25

This is a great episode where Mike, Shana, and Matt Hildebrand talk about:• The three property tax increases Beachwood residents are facing in 2027 and why the average homeowner could see a net increase of about $887.• Why Beachwood City Council quietly increased the city's inside mills from 1.6 to 4 mills, generating millions of dollars in additional revenue.• Beachwood's spending, the mayor's new $50,000 car, his salary increases, and whether the city really has a revenue problem or a spending

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Ep. 68 - Beachwood Library Battle, Lost Sports Fields...

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2026/08/18

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:• The proposed new Beachwood library and why the plan to build it on the community's main sports fields has become such a controversial issue.• Why the current library's existing meeting space, the proposed auditorium, and the nearly $30 million price tag have Mike and Shana questioning whether the project is actually necessary.• The lack of a clear plan for replacing the sports fields that would be lost if the library is built at the proposed

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Ep. 67 - Charlie Kirk, COVID Reckoning, and the...

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2026/08/11

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:The ongoing debate over parking at the Beachwood pool and playground, including whether residents should have priority parking and the challenges created by the new $4 million playground.Their thoughts on pickleball, the movie The Dink, and whether the sport has officially become the new “easy tennis.”The upcoming preliminary hearing in the Charlie Kirk case, questions surrounding the evidence, the videos of Tyler Robinson, and why so much of

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Ep. 66 - Comedy, Culture Wars & The Beachwood Tax...

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2026/08/04

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:Mike getting called for jury duty on a double murder case and the comments that quickly got him dismissed from the jury pool.The growing controversy surrounding proposed automated traffic cameras in Beachwood and whether they are really about safety or generating revenue.Frustration with city council transparency, emergency legislation, and how major decisions are being communicated to residents.The proposed new library project, concerns over

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Ep. 65 - Ohio Politics, Rising Prices & The Real Cost...

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2026/07/28

With Mike away, this is a great episode where Shana and the crew talk about:• Amy Acton’s campaign for Ohio governor, her stance on data centers, and what voters want to hear from candidates heading into election season.• The state of Democratic politics, Sherrod Brown, campaign messaging, and the challenge of connecting national political strategies with what actually matters to local voters.• Rising grocery prices, shrinkflation, food deserts, WIC, and whether government-backed grocery stores

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Ep. 64 - The Vantage Crisis, Beachwood Mall's Future...

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2026/07/14

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:• The growing concerns surrounding The Vantage apartments, ongoing code violations, and what the City of Beachwood can (and can't) do to help residents.• The future of Beachwood Place Mall, changing retail trends, and what the loss of major department stores could mean for the city's economy.• The debate over tax increment financing (TIFs), redevelopment projects, and how public incentives should be used.• Local politics, the upcoming election,

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Ep. 63 - Beachwood's Tax Fight, Fairmount Temple...

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2026/07/07

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:• Why the proposed Fairmount Temple TIF has become one of the most controversial issues currently facing the city.• The debate surrounding Beachwood's inside mill levies, sewer frontage assessments, and how taxpayer dollars are being spent.• The University Heights home synagogue case headed to the U.S. Supreme Court and what the decision could mean for local zoning laws.• Akron Children's Hospital's plans for the former Notre Dame College

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Ep. 62 - Retirement, Driving Disasters, and the...

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2026/06/30

Mike is back, and Episode 62 covers everything from birthday gifts and backyard chaos to one of the biggest debates happening inside the Democratic Party today.This week's conversation includes:Mike's return to the podcast after missing last week's episode, along with stories from his "bachelor week" while Nikki was away.A heartbreaking local driving accident and a thoughtful discussion about driver's education, road safety, and the lifelong consequences of tragic mistakes.Stories about casinos,

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Ep. 61 - Iran Deal Drama, Michigan's Senate Race, and...

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2026/06/23

With Mike away at a baseball tournament, Shana is joined by Matt Hildebrand for a wide-ranging discussion that goes far beyond local politics. This is a fascinating episode where they talk about:The Trump administration's new Memorandum of Understanding with Iran and whether it is a meaningful agreement or simply an agreement to keep talking.The ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, Hezbollah, and the broader implications for American foreign policy and Middle East stability.The changing

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Ep. 60 - Tax Hikes, New Cars, and Beachwood Budget...

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2026/06/16

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:The City of Beachwood's proposed vote to re-levy charter mills and what it could cost the average homeowner each year.Why Mike believes City Council should publicly justify any tax increase and let residents vote on it instead of approving it directly.Beachwood's growing revenues compared to neighboring cities and whether the city truly needs additional tax dollars.The proposed replacement of Mayor Justin Berns' city vehicle and broader

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Ep. 59 - Sunburns, Sports Parents, and the Coach Perk...

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2026/06/09

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:Jack’s eighth-grade graduation, winning Athlete of the Year, and the emotions that come with watching your kids grow up.The impact of great coaches, why Coach Perk has become a local legend, and how strong mentorship can shape kids far beyond the playing field.Travel baseball tournaments, sports-parent culture, and the friendships that develop when families spend years together on the same teams.A controversial local basketball coaching

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Ep. 58 - Beachwood Shooting Mystery, Pool Hot Dogs,...

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2026/06/02

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana are joined by Beachwood resident Joanna Henze to talk about:The mysterious early morning shooting in Beachwood, the confusing details surrounding the incident, and why many residents feel communication from the city was lacking.The rumors, theories, and neighborhood reactions after shell casings, police tape, and investigators flooded the area.Questions about public safety, emergency alerts, and whether residents should have been warned to keep kids

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Ep. 57 - Jury Duty, Traffic Camera Chaos, and Why...

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2026/05/26

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:Mike getting called for jury duty on a double murder case and the comments that quickly got him dismissed from the jury pool.The growing controversy surrounding proposed automated traffic cameras in Beachwood and whether they are really about safety or generating revenue.Frustration with city council transparency, emergency legislation, and how major decisions are being communicated to residents.The proposed new library project, concerns over

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Ep. 56 - Traffic Cameras, Parenting Fails, and Why...

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2026/05/19

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:The disastrous Cleveland Cavaliers playoff performance, Dan Gilbert sending buses of fans to support the team, and why Cleveland sports continue to emotionally destroy everyone involved.Parenting teenage athletes, handling failure on the baseball field, body language, leadership, and the brutal reality of youth sports pressure.The difference between harmless trash talk and genuinely hurting someone’s feelings, plus the unwritten rules of

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Ep. 55 - RFK, Traffic Cameras, and the Battle Over...

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2026/05/12

This is a great episode where Mike and Shana talk about:Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaking in Cleveland, free speech, media outrage, and the debate over controversial public figures and public health messaging.Vaccines, autism claims, political “kookiness,” and whether people in positions of authority should be held to a different standard when discussing science and medicine.Music, politics, and why the hosts completely disagree on Kid Rock, Eminem, and celebrity culture in general.Mother’s Day

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