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The Voice of Ethics

The Voice of Ethics

By: Ohio Ethics Commission
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The Ohio Ethics Commission takes you behind the scenes of the Ohio Ethics Law and into a deeper conversation about integrity and transparency in government. Whether you’re a public employee or official, a concerned citizen, or just curious about the laws that promote impartiality and honesty in government, this podcast is for you!

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Episodes
  • Public Service By (or Buy?) the Book

    Public Service By (or Buy?) the Book
    Mar 3 2026

    In honor of Read Across America Week and Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Susan and Ethics Commission Special Investigator David Sturman discuss the real-life ethics case of a school superintendent who illegally promoted his own book.

    March 2026 Episode Transcript – Public Service By (or Buy?) the Book

    Referenced and relevant materials

    Informal Opinion 2007-INF-0830-1 (essay contest)

    Informal Opinion 2008-INF-1002-4 (friend as business associate?)

    Advisory Opinion No. 2011-04 (college royalties)

    Stories? Show ideas? We're listening!

    E-mail susan.willeke@ethics.ohio.gov

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    13 mins
  • Nepotism Is Not a Love Language

    Nepotism Is Not a Love Language
    Feb 17 2026

    Trust us, your family member doesn't need you to commit a fourth-degree felony to know you care. Real-life nepotism stories highlight the pitfalls of mixing love and public jobs.

    February 2026 Episode Transcript - Nepotism Is Not a Love Language

    Referenced and relevant materials

    Public Jobs & Family Fact Sheet Chapter Advisory Opinion 2010-03 (public jobs & family restrictions) Advisory Opinion 2025-01 (definition of “family”)

    Stories? Show ideas? We're listening!

    E-mail susan.willeke@ethics.ohio.gov

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    12 mins
  • Discussing Discouraging Discounts: Good Deals Gone Bad

    Discussing Discouraging Discounts: Good Deals Gone Bad
    Feb 3 2026

    A paint discount costs a state employee his job in this cautionary tale of accepting illegal public service perks.

    February 2026 Episode Transcript - Discussing Discouraging Discounts: Good Deals Gone Bad

    Susan's Dad

    Referenced and relevant materials

    The Ohio Ethics Law & Discounts Fact Sheet Chapter Advisory Opinion 2001-08 (public officials/employees & discounts) Advisory Opinion 2011-08 (vendor discounts) Advisory Opinion 92-015 (law enforcement & discounts)

    Stories? Show ideas? We're listening!

    E-mail susan.willeke@ethics.ohio.gov

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    9 mins
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