Shows
Heart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyHeart & Hustle: Trash TalkIn this episode of Heart & Hustle, County Administrator Jeff Aluotto chats with Michelle Balz from Hamilton County ReSource about all things waste management. Together, they go beyond the basics of recycling—talking about how to keep your produce fresher for longer, safely dispose of hazardous products around the house, turn yard waste into healthy soil through composting, and more. It’s a practical, down-to-earth conversation packed with tips to help you reduce waste and make the most of what you already have.To learn more about Hamilton County, Ohio, our services and job openings, visit hamiltoncountyohio.gov.
2025-11-1418 minHeart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyBuilding Stability: Home Repair & Healthy Housing in Hamilton CountySeason 5, Episode 3 of Heart and Hustle in Hamilton County dives into how repairing and preserving homes strengthens entire communities. Hamilton County Administrator Jeff Aluotto and Media & Engagement Director Bridget Doherty talk with LaChé Roach of LISC Greater Cincinnati about Lead Safe Hamilton County and the Revive + Thrive Home Repair Loan Program. Together, these efforts are tackling urgent health and safety needs, keeping families in their homes, and protecting Hamilton County’s vital housing stock — a key step toward stabilizing neighborhoods and securing generational wealth.To learn more about Hamilton County, Ohio, our services and job openings, visit hamil...
2025-09-2523 min
Heart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyInside Hamilton County’s Small Business OpportunitiesIn this episode of Heart and Hustle in Hamilton County, hosts Jeff Aluotto and Bridget Doherty speak with Greg Forté, Director of the Office of Small Business, about how the County is supporting its thriving community of micro-businesses and entrepreneurs. They highlight impactful programs such as grant funding, coaching, and events like Small Business Day and Pitch Night, which have helped over 1,700 unique businesses since 2022. Looking ahead, the Office aims to expand its outreach and solidify Hamilton County as the top destination for small business growth in the nation.To learn more about Hamilton County, Ohio, our s...
2025-05-0227 min
Heart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyThe Second (and Last) Episode of 2024!This episode explores the story of the new Regional Safety Complex and how the County, City, and communities came together to relocate a gun range out of Lincoln Heights. Hosted by County Administrator Jeff Aluotto and Communications Director Bridget Doherty, it also features Deputy County Administrator Anson Turley and Hamilton County Sheriff Office Chief Deputy Jay Gramke. To learn more about Hamilton County, Ohio, our services and job openings, visit hamiltoncountyohio.gov.
2024-12-1928 minHeart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyWrapping Up 2022, The Penultimate Edition!Hamilton County Administrator Jeff Aluotto talks about the County's biggest achievements in 2022 with some of his top operations staff. Human Resources Director Frank Spataro, Senior Policy Manager Marc Von Allmen and Assistant County Administrators Holly Christmann and Lisa Webb take the mic to discuss some of their favorite projects in 2022 and what they have to look forward to in 2023. Hamilton County continues to launch new programs that improve lives of our residents, our businesses, and our employees. This is the penultimate edition of Heart and Hustle in Hamilton County (the final episode for 2022 was canceled so we could use...
2022-12-2228 minHeart and Hustle in Hamilton CountyThe Man behind the Mask - Health Commissioner Greg Kesterman kicks off the PodcastHeart and Hustle in Hamilton County is a podcast about the people, places, and policies that govern our local response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Hosted by County Administrator Jeff Aluotto, Heart and Hustle discusses the issues, challenges, and opportunities Hamilton County, Ohio faces as we battle a global pandemic. On Episode 1: Health Commissioner Greg Kesterman takes a look back at the whirlwind that was his first month on the job at the helm of Hamilton County Public Health. Greg talks about how his department is rising to the daily challenges of contact tracing and messaging out about t...
2020-11-2524 min