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The "Sound of Ideas" is Ideastream Public Media's weekday morning news and information program focusing on Northeast Ohio. Listen on WKSU. Watch on the Ohio Channel. Or subscribe on the podcast app of your choice.

Shammas Malik speaks to supporters at the John S. Knight Center in Akron on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, following his mayoral primary win.
Host Jenny Hamel talks to Malik about his first year in office, including responding to the aftermath of two police-involved shootings, and his vision for the future, including efforts to become a polymer hub.

Call 866-578-0903 or email us with your comments or ideas for upcoming shows.

We'll collate a list of great reads from our panel of book lovers and listeners for our annual New Year's Book Recommendations show.
Test your knowledge on the week's local news headlines.
In the "Sound of Ideas" series "Get to NEO a Leader," host Jenny Hamel talks to mayors and city managers throughout Northeast Ohio about the assets and challenges in their part of the region. What community should they highlight next? Send your ideas to us now!