A New Music Center – Episode 52
They’re spending $8M on a music venue — while Cincinnati faces a $29.5M deficit. Sound crazy? Here’s what’s really going on… ![]()
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Do you think the city should prioritize crime, housing, and streets over slick pet projects.
Ever wonder how city budgets really work? I dug into the details of Cincinnati’s Farmer Music Center and found some surprising truths.
It’s not just about the $8 million, it’s about the bigger picture of transparency, priorities, and how public funds are really used.
Most important: This isn’t just a local issue — it’s a lesson in how cities sometimes gamble with taxpayer money, banking on future profits that might never come.
Worth thinking about.

