Protests, Pumpkins, and (bad) Parents

Welcome to the Akron Podcast for October 15th, 2026, where today’s episode covers a dynamic mix of local news and events. The conversation focused on recent “No Kings” protests across Northeast Ohio, explored a troubling incident involving an Akron police officer, and highlighted family-friendly fall activities like pumpkin patches. A key theme that emerged was community impact—with updates on a new connected learning center at the Boys and Girls Club, the sadness surrounding the passing of the Akron Zoo’s snow leopard, and legal battles over sports betting in Ohio. The discussion explored changes to high school football schedules after spectator fights, new leaf collection procedures for Akron residents, and upcoming events around the city, including comedy shows and documentary premieres. Several points were raised, including public safety, technology access, civic engagement, and the lighter side of local entertainment. **Chapters:** 00:00 Protests, Pumpkins and Parents 00:16 No Kings Protests This Weekend 01:26 Police Biter Pleads No Contest 02:33 Pimpkin Patches 03:07 Free Computer Access 04:11 Akron Snow Leopard Dies 04:36 Predication Markets 07:18 Crappy Parents Ruin Football Schedule 09:37 Derby Documentary 10:50 Akron May Not Need $300 Million Water Treatment 14:25 Events Calendar ## Research Links Sources Used or Mentioned In This Episode - No Kings Protest Schedule - Free Computer Access at Boys and Girls Club - Prediction Markets Crack Down - PBS Derby Documentary - Snow Leopard Dies at Zoo - No More Friday Night Lights - Leave Removal Schedule - Leotis Daggett charged with assaulting Akron officer as bystanders filmed, laughed, FOP says - Pumpkin patches in Akron, Ohio to visit this fall plus corn mazes, more - City of Akron Reaches Agreement with U.S. EPA and Ohio EPA to Eliminate $300 Million Sewer Project Mentioned in this episode: **Give Back to the Akron Podcast** If you are finding value in this show, please consider giving back by going to www.akronpodcast.com/value Value For Value **Start Earning Start Saving With Acorns** I haven't had my acorns account that long and just by rounding up, I saved over $700 and I'm earning big interest in my savings. This is the most I've ever had in savings. Check it out at www.akronpodcast.com/acorns Acorns Online Banking **Start Your Podcast Today** Join the School of Podcasting When you join the School of Podcasting you can quit worrying about: Are people going to listen to me? (Yes, cause I'll show you how to see what they want). Am I going to sound stupid? (No, as I'll show you the magic of editing) It will cost a million dollars (No, I'll have you sounding like a million bucks without spending a million bucks).  I don't anything about this technology (You said the same thing about driving).  Get access to: Step-by-step tutorials, live group coaching, a mastermind group filled with brilliant podcasting minds,  and the ability to schedule as many one-on-one quick fix calls as you like at no extra charge.  Join worry-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com/akron **Tell a Friend and Support the Show** Do you know someone who would enjoy the show? Tell them to go to Akron Podcast and Follow the show. You can also say "thanks" by visiting the link below to help keep the lights on. Support the Show