A new book from Ohio historian Steven Conn argues the image of wide, open spaces in rural America is romanticized and inaccurate. We discuss the book, “The Lies of the Land,” with Conn. Then, we examine the projected continued increases of car and home insurance rates.
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Historian seeks to dispel myths of rural America in new book
A new book from a Ohio historian argues that the way many people talk about rural America is unfairly romanticized and inaccurate. The author challenges common beliefs about the conditions and history of life outside urban areas. Original air date: Nov. 6, 2023
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Why is car and home insurance rising?
According to the finance site ValuePenguin, auto insurance rates are expected to increase by more than 12 percent this year. Meanwhile, homeowners insurance premiums have increased more than 20 percent year-over-year. We examine why insurance rates are climbing. Original air date: Jan. 25, 2024
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Steven Conn Guest
- Tyler Leverty Guest
- Scott Holeman Guest
- Keegan Kyle Executive Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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