Episodes

  • How can deliberative democracy create actual change?
    Jan 21 2026

    Morgan Lasher, Unify America’s Chief of U.S. Democracy Leagues, joins Keith to let Akronites know how they can join a new process to address housing

    To throw your name in the hat to be a delegate at the Civic Assembly, visit unifyakron.org.

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    23 mins
  • Do I really owe taxes on this?
    Jan 7 2026

    Simon Johnson and Xul Perez, attorneys at Community Legal Aid, join Keith to discuss tax obligations for gig workers.

    For upcoming online and in-person legal clinics, visit https://www.communitylegalaid.org

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    17 mins
  • What's Ris reading?
    Dec 24 2025

    Former Akron Mirror co-host Ris, now the Collection Development Manager at the Portage County District Library, re-joins Keith to give direction on finding your new favorite book!

    To chat with our other librarians about their favorite 2025 reads, call 330.643.9000.

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.


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    20 mins
  • What don't rats like to eat?
    Dec 10 2025

    Ben McMillan, founder of Rubber City Reuse, joins Keith to talk about how to compost your food scraps.

    For more information about composting, and the services offered by Rubber City Reuse, visit www.rubbercityreuse.com.

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    21 mins
  • Can I get a free smoke alarm?
    Nov 26 2025

    Arell Tee, Neighborhood Network Manager for Central Summit County, joins Keith to talk about home resources offered by Habitat for Humanity.

    For more information about the Neighborhood Safety Kits for Seniors, Aging in Place, and the Critical Home Repair programs mentioned by Terell, visit https://www.hfhsummitcounty.org or call 330-745-7734.

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    17 mins
  • Does this railing make me look old?
    Nov 12 2025

    Theresa Niewiadomski, a Family Caregiver Support Specialist from Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities, joins Keith to discuss the process of ensuring safety and support for aging loved ones.

    To learn more about the resources offered by Direction Home Akron Canton, visit www.dhad.org.

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    19 mins
  • Who gets to make a mural?
    Oct 29 2025

    Summer Hall, Akron's Public Art Liaison, joins Keith to discuss how public art is chosen and placed throughout the city.

    To learn more about the Public Art Commission, visit www.akronpublicart.com

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    20 mins
  • What should I wear to court?
    Oct 8 2025

    Melissa Frangos and Scott Riley, attorneys with the Summit Legal Defenders, join Keith to discuss the process of going to court.

    To learn more about the Summit Legal Defenders, visit www.summitlegaldefenders.org

    Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

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    21 mins