Campaign Zero and Bias free Policing

July 03, 2026 3:15am 24 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the pressing issue of bias-free policing in Cincinnati, focusing on a report by Campaign Zero that analyzed police contact cards over 17 years. The conversation delves into the city...

The Westline Affordable Housing Development

June 15, 2026 2:39am 28 min

Iris Roley LLC and the Cincinnati Collaborative Foundation

June 03, 2026 1:37am 21 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the oversight and compliance issues surrounding the city's contracts with Iris Roley LLC and the Cincinnati Collaborative Foundation. He raises critical questions regarding the abse...

Cincinnati's new music center

May 21, 2026 2:48am 22 min

A Deep Dive Into Cincinnati's Grant Programs

March 26, 2026 1:12am 31 min

Todd Zinser discusses the various grant programs administered by the City of Cincinnati, highlighting the complexities and challenges associated with funding distribution. He outlines the four primary mechanisms through ...

A Deep Dive Into Cincinnati's Grant Programs

March 25, 2026 1:45am 30 min

Todd Zinser discusses the various grant programs administered by the City of Cincinnati, highlighting the complexities and challenges associated with funding distribution. He outlines the four primary mechanisms through ...

Todd interviews Ralph Hodge

March 18, 2026 1:39am 42 min

Todd Zinser explores the complexities of local government investments, focusing on how public funds are managed, invested, and overseen. Guest Ralph Hodge shares insights on investment strategies, transparency, and fiduc...

The Rising 15 - Motions, Reparations, and Their Implications

March 05, 2026 6:25am 29 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the Rising 15 neighborhoods in Cincinnati and the proposed reparations program aimed at addressing historical injustices related to housing discrimination. He explores the historica...

Ongoing challenges facing the Cincinnati retirement system

February 23, 2026 4:36am 21 min

Todd Zinser discusses the ongoing challenges facing the Cincinnati retirement system, particularly in light of a recent mediation regarding a class action lawsuit. The conversation delves into the funding status of the p...

The City's Inability to Spend All the Railway Money

February 17, 2026 2:17am 26 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the ongoing issues surrounding the Cincinnati railway trust fund and the city's struggle to effectively utilize the funds for infrastructure projects. He highlights the low percenta...

Citizen Watchdog - First year podcasting recap

February 10, 2026 2:07am 29 min

In this episode of Citizen Watchdog, Todd Zinser reflects on the past year of podcasting, discussing key themes such as public safety, railroad issues, internal audits, and ongoing investigations like the lead pipe scand...

Cincinnati's COVID Money Distribution and Oversight (Lack There Of)

February 02, 2026 2:11am 23 min

In this episode of Citizen Watchdog, Todd Zinser delves into the complexities surrounding the COVID funding received by the city, exploring how the funds were categorized, the challenges in tracking their distribution, a...

Emergency Ordinances

January 29, 2026 1:52am 21 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the mechanics of passing legislation in city council, focusing on the increasing normalization of emergency ordinances. Todd highlights the implications of this trend on democracy, ...

Understanding Truancy: The Hidden Crisis in Cincinnati Schools

January 20, 2026 1:18am 19 min

In this episode of Citizen Watchdog, host Todd Zinser delves into the pressing issue of truancy in Cincinnati Public Schools. He highlights the significant impact that absenteeism has on students' learning environments a...

Proposed Income Tax Increase

January 12, 2026 2:02am 20 min

In this episode, Todd Zinser discusses the recent proposal to increase the earnings tax in Cincinnati, examining the city's financial situation, including the impact of COVID relief funds and previous tax increases. Todd...

Raising Taxes

January 05, 2026 2:33am 25 min

In this episode of Citizen Watchdog, Todd Zinzer discusses the complexities of taxation in Cincinnati, focusing on the recent tax increases, historical context, and the implications of government spending. He critiques t...

Dissecting Cincinnati's $8.1 million Settlement

December 11, 2025 2:04am 18 min

In this episode, Citizen Watchdog Todd Zinser discusses the recent $8.1 million settlement approved by the Cincinnati City Council regarding a class action lawsuit stemming from the protests following George Floyd's deat...

Inside the City's Lead Pipe Scandal

November 27, 2025 7:24am 18 min

Join us on Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser as we unravel the complexities of the city's lead service line replacement program, which has been running for several years. This episode uncovers startling revelations from ...

Fraud Indicators in the WIC Program

November 18, 2025 1:55am 21 min

Could Cincinnati transform its city services by handing over the reins of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program to Hamilton County? Tune in as Todd Zinser dissects the historical and financial intricacies of Cin...

Holding Leaders Accountable in Cincinnati

November 10, 2025 1:58am 20 min

What if your neighborhood was quietly being reshaped by unregulated group homes, or if the seniors in your community were living in appalling conditions? In our latest episode, we pull back the curtain on a host of press...