Growing Better Together Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:29:34 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2538493 en-us © 2026 Growing Better Together yes c0384d76-ce19-5d78-85ef-39eaacd5683d MORPC episodic false Join the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) as we connect with key leaders to discuss how central Ohio can grow better as we get bigger. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) MORPC https://storage.buzzsprout.com/af5vo25kiihvifk7bx3gymqzzsp0?.jpg Growing Better Together At the Center of Growth: A Regional Perspective with Mayor Groomes At the Center of Growth: A Regional Perspective with Mayor Groomes In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes as she reflects on her historic tenure as MORPC’s longest-serving board chair and looks ahead to her new role leading passenger rail efforts. From Central Ohio’s rapid growth to the evolving needs of our region, Mayor Groomes shares her perspective on where we’ve been and where we’re headed next.

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes as she reflects on her historic tenure as MORPC’s longest-serving board chair and looks ahead to her new role leading passenger rail efforts. From Central Ohio’s rapid growth to the evolving needs of our region, Mayor Groomes shares her perspective on where we’ve been and where we’re headed next.

]]> MORPC Buzzsprout-19356408 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2019 1 6 full false Episode 5 - Honoring Service & Strengthening Our Region: A Conversation with Colonel Powers Episode 5 - Honoring Service & Strengthening Our Region: A Conversation with Colonel Powers Join us for an inspiring conversation with Colonel Powers, Commander of the 121st Air Refueling Wing, as we explore leadership, service, and the important connections between military and community.
In this episode, we discuss the role of the Air National Guard in supporting our region, the values that guide leadership in times of challenge, and the importance of honoring those who serve.

]]> Join us for an inspiring conversation with Colonel Powers, Commander of the 121st Air Refueling Wing, as we explore leadership, service, and the important connections between military and community.
In this episode, we discuss the role of the Air National Guard in supporting our region, the values that guide leadership in times of challenge, and the importance of honoring those who serve.

]]> MORPC Buzzsprout-19217108 Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1594 1 5 full false The Urbanist Future: What’s Next for Cities with Greg Lindsay The Urbanist Future: What’s Next for Cities with Greg Lindsay What does the future of our cities really look like? In this episode, we’re joined by Greg Lindsay—urbanist, journalist, and leading voice on the intersection of technology, mobility, and city design. Greg explores how emerging trends are reshaping the way we live, work, and move.

]]> What does the future of our cities really look like? In this episode, we’re joined by Greg Lindsay—urbanist, journalist, and leading voice on the intersection of technology, mobility, and city design. Greg explores how emerging trends are reshaping the way we live, work, and move.

]]> MORPC Buzzsprout-19052082 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 2560 1 4 full false From Personal Journey to Public Leadership: A Conversation with Mayor Bivens From Personal Journey to Public Leadership: A Conversation with Mayor Bivens In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Michael T. Bivens from the City of Whitehall to hear his inspiring personal journey to public service and how his experiences shape his leadership today. He also shares what makes the City of Whitehall such a vibrant and welcoming community, highlighting the strength that comes from its rich diversity.

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Michael T. Bivens from the City of Whitehall to hear his inspiring personal journey to public service and how his experiences shape his leadership today. He also shares what makes the City of Whitehall such a vibrant and welcoming community, highlighting the strength that comes from its rich diversity.

]]> MORPC Buzzsprout-18712956 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500 1691 1 3 full false Building Infrastructure, Housing, and Community First: A Conversation with Mayor Starr Building Infrastructure, Housing, and Community First: A Conversation with Mayor Starr Tune in as Mayor Starr of Mount Vernon, Ohio shares insights on infrastructure priorities, housing initiatives, and a commitment to putting residents first.

]]> Tune in as Mayor Starr of Mount Vernon, Ohio shares insights on infrastructure priorities, housing initiatives, and a commitment to putting residents first.

]]> MORPC Buzzsprout-18373931 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1701 1 2 full false Building Bridges: A Conversation with Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood Building Bridges: A Conversation with Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood Welcome to Growing Better Together, a new show from the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, where we talk with leaders about how Central Ohio can grow better as we get bigger.

For our first episode, we’re joined by Ray LaHood — former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and longtime advocate for infrastructure and bipartisanship. From his time in Congress to leading a $70 billion transportation budget under President Obama, Secretary LaHood has spent his career focused on building connections — both across America’s roads and rails, and across political divides.

]]> Welcome to Growing Better Together, a new show from the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, where we talk with leaders about how Central Ohio can grow better as we get bigger.

For our first episode, we’re joined by Ray LaHood — former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and longtime advocate for infrastructure and bipartisanship. From his time in Congress to leading a $70 billion transportation budget under President Obama, Secretary LaHood has spent his career focused on building connections — both across America’s roads and rails, and across political divides.

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