On the "Sound of Ideas," we discuss toxic polarization and a new event series, "Dinner and a Fight." Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/event-series-dinner-and-a-fight-aims-to-get-people-with-political-differences-talking.

'Stop The Hate' essayists tackle tough subjects, and look to make change in their schools. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/annual-stop-the-hate-contest-celebrates-young-people-who-tackle-tough-issues.

The Ohio Supreme Court strikes down the fourth set of state legislative maps-saying they are unconstitutional. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/ohio-supreme-court-knocks-down-state-legislative-maps-for-a-fourth-time.

Everyday citizens are looking to move towards solar, and on today's show we dive into the intricacies of that green tech Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/utilizing-solar-power-in-ohio-is-becoming-more-popular-but-hurdles-to-growth-remain.

This year, the start of the baseball season comes with a whole new club nickname for the Cleveland team. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/cleveland-guardians-prepare-for-home-opener-debut-at-progressive-field.

On the "Sound of Ideas," Cuyahoga County Councilwoman Sunny Simon discusses plastic bag ban that is now in effect. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/cuyahoga-county-councilwoman-sunny-simon-discusses-plastic-bag-ban-now-in-effect.

United Way Community Conversation highlights state-wide attempt to legislate 'divisive topics'. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/ohio-legislators-draw-up-bills-to-limit-teaching-of-controversial-topics-in-the-classroom.

Ohio House Bill 616 says schools can't teach elementary students about sexual orientation or gender identity. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/ohio-house-bill-616-combines-florida-so-called-don-t-say-gay-and-divisive-concepts-bills.

On the "Sound of Ideas," we discuss the possibility of a looming food desert in Collinwood. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/community-weighs-in-on-daves-market-leaving-collinwood.

A U.N. report says there is no more time for talk when it comes to climate change. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/sound-of-ideas/shaker-heights-native-david-pogue-discusses-climate-change-preparation-latest-un-report.