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Auds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 36 - Protecting the American DreamOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks with Lori Kennedy, Montgomery County Recorder. They discuss how Lori's background in the mortgage lending industry prepared her to serve as Recorder and the work their two offices are doing to help prevent deed fraud. 2025-08-0128 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 35 - Keeping the Fair, Fair!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to John Friedline & Stuart Yancik, from the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. They discuss the Montgomery County Fairgrounds and the upcoming County Fair, which will be held from July 6th through July 12th.2025-07-0417 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 34 - Meet Our County’s Newest State RepresentativeOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Representative Desiree Tims, the Ohio State Representative for House District 38. They discuss her work at the Statehouse, her career journey, and her unwavering commitment to advocating for Ohio residents.2025-06-0225 min
Auds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 33 - The Voice of the Dayton DragonsOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Tom Nichols, Director of Media Relations and Broadcasting. They discuss Tom's career, the history of the Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball Team, and the 25th opening season of the Dayton Dragons.2025-05-0129 minAuds And EndsAuds and Ends Episode 32 - Auditors Call for Property Tax ReliefOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Matt Nolan, Warren County Auditor. They discuss Matt's career, proposals for property tax relief, and the work of the County Auditor’s Association of Ohio.2025-04-0127 minAuds And EndsAuds and Ends Episode 31 - It's Board of Revision season!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Alonzo Edmonds, Assistant County Auditor at Montgomery County. They discuss Alonzo's career, the Board of Revision process, and how to file an appeal with the BOR.2025-03-0130 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 30 - Protecting and serving all people!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Sheriff Rob Streck, Montgomery County Sheriff. They discuss the importance of dog licensing, useful information for community residents, and the programs of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.2025-02-0125 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 29 - It's Time for Dog Licensing!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Amy Bohardt and Brian Baker, from Montgomery County's Animal Resource Center. They discuss the importance of dog licensing, useful information for pet owners in the county, and the services of the Animal Resource Center.2024-12-0129 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 28 - Serving Hot Nutritious meals to the community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Melodie Bennett, Executive Director at House of Bread. They discuss Melodie's career, her future transition to a new career, and the services of House of Bread.2024-11-0124 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 27 - Meet the new County Engineer!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Andy Shahan, Montgomery County Engineer. They discuss Andy's career, the retirement of former County Engineer Paul Gruner, and the work of the Montgomery County Engineer's Office.2024-10-0128 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 26 - Engaging with the community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Stephanie Patino-Garfias and Marco Vera, the Community Engagement Specialist and Intern at the Montgomery County Auditor's Office. They discuss National Hispanic Heritage Month, the challenges residents faced in Montgomery County, and the work of the Auditor's Office.2024-08-0125 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 25 - Neighborhood Revitalization, 1 Property at a TimeOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Paul Bradley, Executive Director at Montgomery County Land Bank. They discuss Paul's career, the challenges residents faced in Montgomery County neighborhoods, and the work of the Land Bank.2024-08-0130 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 24 - Empowering Communities, Changing LivesOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Nikol Miller, Executive Director at Miami Valley Urban League. They discuss Nikol's career, the challenges residents faced in Miami Valley, and the work of the Miami Valley Urban League.2024-07-0131 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 23 - Planning the Future of Miami Valley!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Brian O. Martin, Executive Director at Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. They discuss Brian's career, the challenges residents faced in Miami Valley, and the work of the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission.2024-05-3126 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 22 - From the Auditor's Office to the Mayor's Office!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Nan Whaley, Former Mayor of Dayton. They discuss Nan's career, the challenges during her tenure as Dayton Mayor, and the work of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.2024-05-0130 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 21 - Exposing Deed Fraud in the County!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Stacey Benson-Taylor, Montgomery County Recorded. They discuss Stacey's career, her passion for serving the county residents and the work of the Montgomery County Recorder's Office.2024-04-0127 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 20 - Lifetime Dedication to the Veteran community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Kim Frisco, Executive Director at Montgomery County Veterans Service Commission. They discuss Kim's career, her passion for serving the Veteran community and the work of the Montgomery County Veterans Service Commission.2024-03-0126 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 19 - Empowering the Youth in the community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Will Smith, President of the Dayton Public School Board. They discuss Will's career, his passion for serving the community and the work of the NPower organization.2024-02-1229 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 18 - Our love for Dogs in the community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Amy Bohardt, the Director of Montgomery County Animal Resource Center. They discuss Amy's career, her passion for dogs and the work of the Animal Resource Center.2024-01-0126 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 17 - Serving the Seniors in our community!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Cindy Fitzwater, the President of Senior Resource Connection. They discuss Cindy's career, her passion for helping Senior citizens and the work of the Senior Resource Connection.2023-12-0118 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 16 - New Hope for East Dayton!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Stephanie Zonars, the Executive Director of New Hope Project in East Dayton. They discuss Stephanie's career, her passion for sports and the work of the New Hope Project.2023-11-0122 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 15 - The Fight to End Hunger Around the World!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to former Ambassador Tony Hall about what inspired him to take on the fight against hunger and what he's doing to improve food security here in Montgomery County and around the world.2023-10-0322 minAuds And EndsAuds and Ends Episode 14 - The most important card in your wallet!On this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Debi Chess, the External Relations and Development Director at the Dayton Metro Library. They discuss Debi's career, upcoming Auditor's Community Forums, and the work of the Dayton Metro Library.2023-09-0123 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 13 - Off the Charts: Montgomery County Property Value UpdateOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Doug Trout, the Real Estate Director at the Montgomery County Auditor's Office. They discuss Doug's career, this year's property value update, and the work of the County Auditor's Office.2023-08-0132 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 12 - Catch the Fair Bug: The 171st Montgomery County FairOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Lori Page, the Executive Director of the Montgomery County Agricultural Society. They discuss Lori's career, the Montgomery County Fairgrounds and the upcoming County Fair, which will be held from July 9th through July 15th.2023-07-0122 minAuds And EndsAuds & Ends Episode 11 - From the Auditor's Office to the StatehouseOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Representative Willis Blackshear Jr., the Ohio State Representative for House District 38. They talk about Representative Blackshear Jr.'s work at the Statehouse, his time at the Auditor's Office and more!2023-06-0126 minAuds And EndsEpisode 10 - Fatherhood Initiative; Supporting Fathers in Montgomery CountyOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Mike Newsom, Director of the Montgomery County Fatherhood Initiative. They talk about Mike's career path, the importance of fatherhood and some of the upcoming events and programs offered by the initiative.2023-05-0125 minAuds And EndsEpisode 9 - Building Community One Free Concert at a TimeOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Lisa Wagner, Executive Director of Dayton's Levitt Pavilion. They talk about how Dayton's free concert venue came to be, Lisa's passion for the cause, and why you should experience a concert on the lawn this summer.2023-04-0128 minAuds And EndsEpisode 8 - A Career in Public Service; A Conversation with Commissioner Judy DodgeOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Montgomery County Commissioner Judy Dodge. They discuss the path of Commissioner Dodge's career, the various positions from which she has served the public, and some of the most impactful aspects of a County Commissioner's work.2023-03-0119 minAuds And EndsEpisode 7: Dayton on the Rise; A Conversation with Mayor Jeff MimsOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Dayton Mayor Jeff Mims about his career in education, his path to city hall and his efforts to make Dayton a better place to live, work and play. 2023-02-0128 minAuds And EndsEpisode 6: Strong Communities; United Way of the Greater Dayton AreaOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Tom Kelley, the President and CEO of United Way of the Greater Dayton Area. They discuss Tom's path to the United Way, and the work the organization does to promote strong, healthy communities.2023-01-0121 minAuds And EndsEpisode 5: SICSA; Promoting Animal Welfare and AdoptionOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Nora Vondrell, the President and CEO of SICSA. They discuss Nora's path to SICSA, and the work the organization does to promote animal welfare and facilitate adoption of local pets.2022-12-0119 minAuds And EndsEpisode 4: Montgomery County Finance; Levies and Local RevenueOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Larry Hartlaub, the Director of Tax and Finance with the Montgomery County Auditor's Office. They discuss Larry's current and former career, and the work done by the Auditor's Office to certify levies and distribute property tax revenue to school districts and other local government agencies.2022-11-0126 minAuds And EndsEpisode 3: Dayton Realtors; Status of the Local Real Estate MarketOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Billie Duncan-Hart, the President of Dayton Realtors. They discuss the local real estate market, and the work done by Dayton Realtors to provide real estate services to the community.2022-10-0123 minAuds And EndsEpisode 2: Weights & Measures; Equity in the MarketplaceOn this episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to Joe Harris, the Chief Inspector of Weights & Measures at the Montgomery County Auditor's Office. They discuss the work done by the Weights & Measures team to ensure equity in the marketplace - and to protect the public from credit card skimmers.2022-09-0123 minAuds And EndsEpisode 1: Redlining in Montgomery County; A History of Housing DiscriminationOn this first episode of Auds and Ends, Auditor Keith talks to John Zimmerman, Vice President of the Miami Valley Fair Housing Center. They discuss how John got involved in fair housing advocacy and how redlining and other forms of housing discrimination have impacted Montgomery County. Note: the Equity 21: Redlining Dayton quilt mentioned in this podcast is moving to Sinclair Community College, where it will be on permanent display.2022-08-0123 min
CYAPodcastThe Octopus Scientists: Exploring the Mind of the Mullosk by Sy Montgomery and Keith EllenbogenWe review “The Octopus Scientists: Exploring the Mind of the Mullosk” by Sy Montgomery and Keith Ellenbogen. Karl’s read alike recommendations: “Moonbird” by Phillip Hoose, and “The Beak of the Finch” by Jonathan Weiner.2016-05-1800 min