Podcasts

Proposed income tax increase – Episode 42

January 12, 2026

Funding Priorities for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund…

Raising Taxes – Episode 41

January 5, 2026

In this episode of Citizen Watchdog, Todd Zinser discusses…

Dissecting Cincinnati’s $8.1 million settlement – Episode 40

December 11, 2025

In this episode, we examine the recent $8.1 million settlement…

Inside the City’s Lead Pipe Scandal – Episode 39

November 25, 2025

Join us on Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser as…

Fraud Indicators in the WIC Program – Episode 38

November 19, 2025

Could Cincinnati transform its city services by…

Holding Leaders Accountable in Cincinnati – Episode 37

November 13, 2025

What if your neighborhood was quietly being reshaped by unregulated…

Episode 36 – Breaking Down Mayor Aftab’s “Accomplishments.”

October 31, 2025

Is Mayor Aftab over-hyping his achievements ? Join Todd Zinser…

The Collaborative Agreement Refresh – Episode 35

October 20, 2025

This episode tries to put the Collaborative Agreement in perspective.…

Review of Iris Roley’s contracts – Episode 34

October 6, 2025

City contracts should prioritize the public good, but Cincinnati's…

Mayor Pureval’s Conflict of Interest with a City Funded Non-Profit – Episode 33

September 29, 2025

On September 23, 2025, I sent a letter to the mayor and city…

Rethinking Safety in Our Cities – Episode 32

September 15, 2025

City Hall's reluctance to invest in public safety is jeopardizing…

Cincinnati’s Mismanaged Lead Pipe Program – Episode 31

September 8, 2025

Corruption and financial mismanagement aren't just…

Rethinking City Decisions and Upcoming Elections – Episode 30

September 4, 2025

This episode sheds light on the urgent need for a formal risk…

Todd Zinser LIVE with George Brunemann from RestoreLiberty.US – Episode 29

August 28, 2025

Join George Brunemann from RestoreLiberty.US for an engaging…

Eliminating District 5, Who’s Watching Out For Safety? – Episode 28

August 20, 2025

Cincinnati's controversial decision to eliminate Police District…

Tensions Between Law Enforcement and Iris Roley – – Episode 27

August 12, 2025

What are the secrets behind Cincinnati's groundbreaking approach…

Investigating the Tragedy of Patrick Heringer – Episode 26

August 6, 2025

This episode promises to shed light on the critical oversights…

Sarah Heringer’s Demands Episode 25

July 28, 2025

Patrick Heringer's murder shouldn't just be another statistic…

Cincinnati Financial Freedom Blueprint – Episode 24

July 23, 2025

This episode promises to guide you through the city's plan to…

Charter Committee’s Candidates – Episode 23

July 14, 2025

Reflecting on my early days in Cincinnati politics,…

Gun Violence and ACT for Cincy – Episode 22

July 7, 2025

Gun violence is one of Cincinnati's gravest issues, but is the…

Cincinnati’s Pension Liability – Episode 21

June 29, 2025

Cincinnati's pension crisis looms larger than ever, and ignoring…

City Transparency – Episode 20

June 21, 2025

By exploring real incidents like the bridge fire and the mismanagement…

Where the Sidewalk Ends . . – Episode 19

June 13, 2025

City budgets aren't just about numbers; they're arenas where…

The Great Cincinnati Train Robbery – Episode 18

June 1, 2025

I told you so. . . . Nearly $6 million has been funneled into…

Look what we found! The Missing Audit. – Episode 17

May 27, 2025

Todd unlocks the secrets of effective city governance as we expose…

Cincinnati’s Fleet Audit – Episode 16

May 15, 2025

City leaders are failing their responsibilities, leaving essential…

Reforming Cincinnati’s Funding Framework – Episode 15

May 12, 2025

This week on “Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser,” is a discussion…

Financial Dilemmas in the Pursuit of a Green Agenda – Episode 14

May 4, 2025

Can Cincinnati truly afford to go green in the face of monumental…

Cincinnati’s Green Ambitions: A Budget Mysteries – Episode 13

April 19, 2025

Unlock the secrets of Cincinnati's ambitious journey towards…

Cincinnati’s Missing Audit – Episode 12

March 30, 2025

City corruption exposed: the forensic audit Cincinnati…

Secrecy in Cincinnati Government – Episode 11

March 22, 2025

Greater Cincinnati is shrouded in political secrecy, but the…

Fraud Hotline – Struggle Against Public Misconduct – Episode 10

March 20, 2025

Creating a more transparent and accountable city governance…

Should Cincinnati pound the table on DEI? – Episode 9

March 14, 2025

This episode sheds light on the city's own DEI efforts, highlighting…

A Battle for Hyde Park’s Future – Episode 8

March 8, 2025

Hyde Park Square is on the brink of a transformation that could…

Exposing Audit Oversight Failures in Cincinnati – Episode 7

March 4, 2025

Unlock the secrets of Cincinnati's audit oversight as we expose…

Cincinnati’s City Budget: Clientelism and Politics – Episode 6

February 26, 2025

Discover the intricate world of Cincinnati City Council's…

The ARC Program and Its Impact on Public Safety – Episode 5

February 20, 2025

Forget everything you know about typical emergency…

Rethinking Crime Strategies in Cincinnati – Episode 4

February 16, 2025

Crime isn't just a statistic; it's a reality that hits close…

Accountability: Cincinnati Railway Trust Fund Board – Episode 3

February 11, 2025

Todd unlocks the recent meeting of the Cincinnati Railway…

Hidden Truth Behind Urban Funding – Episode 2

February 10, 2025

Unlock the secrets behind the Rising 15 motion and gain insights…