The Confluence Cast

The Confluence Cast


Latest Episodes

A City of Doers
April 04, 2024

As Columbusites, we examine the evolution and identity of the city from a singular point of view. Thats not a bad thing, but an outsiders perspective is always helpful. Today, we hear from Mark Snyd

COTA Bus Transfer
March 28, 2024

The citys transit system is going through a transformation. At least thats the intention. On the occasion of an impending transfer of power and a sales tax issue on the ballot this fall to bulk up s

Downtown with Michael Brown
March 19, 2024

Were exploring the evolution of Downtown with Michael Brown, who has been a cornerstone in the citys development planning and worked both in and outside city government to cheer on its growth. Colum

Grave Matters: Unearthing the North Graveyard
March 07, 2024

There is often a complex interplay between preservation and progress. A year into his exploration, Columbus Underground reporter Jesse Bethea continues to sift through the story of how the removal of

Tacos by the Truck
February 16, 2024

The capital citys food scene is often heralded. However, its taco truck scene has been often overlooked. Elwood Ellis, a freelance writer for Columbus Underground and self-proclaimed Taco Connoisseur

This Title Was Not Generated by AI
January 31, 2024

This podcast was not generated by AI. But it may have been influenced by it. As all industries consider how to use artificial intelligence in their work, Walker Evans, Susan Post, and I discuss it rel

Columbus’ Youngest Elected Official, Brandon Simmons
January 22, 2024

Big cities have big city problems. Columbuss newest school board member argues that the inequity of our schools shows that we certainly are a big city. Brandon Simmons, also the youngest school board

News in the New Year
January 10, 2024

Columbus Underground co-founder and editor Walker Evans discusses a myriad of stories, including the latest in transportation, climate change, local politics, and a dash of comedy here in the capital

Year in Review
December 28, 2023

As 2023 draws to a close and we stand on the brink of a new year filled with its own stories and surprises, it's a time for reflection. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into a retrospective jou

Taking Out the Trash with SWACO
December 19, 2023

Just in time for the holidays, were taking out the trash. Columbus Underground Co-Founder Walker Evans sat down with Joe Lombardi, the executive director of the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio