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Protests across Europe, Ebola outbreak sweeps Africa, Ramaswamy publishes controversial ad IZZY MIDLAM-MOHLER FOR THE POST Monday, Oct. 19 _________ Democrats gain ground with AAPI adults on key issues Disillusionment with President Donald Trump rose among Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander adults according to a new AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll. The findings indicate Democrats have an edge on issues such as healthcare and the economy. Beyond those issues, AAPI voters have mixed views of the Democratic Party, with about half of adults having a relatively unfavorable impression of the party, according to the Associated Press. Tuesday, Oct. 20 _________ Protests continue throughout Europe Protests and riots are sweeping across Europe. Crowds gathered for weeks in major cities all across the continent in protest of declining public services, discontent with the state of schools, a housing crisis and rising fuel prices, according to the AP. Some major countries, such as France, Italy and Albania, are seeing arrests, looting, injuries and violence. Tent camps were set up in Spain and Portugal in protest of unaffordable housing. In the face of elections and the success of many far-right groups, many young Europeans are faced with uncertainty. Right-wing politicians are leveraging the instability for political gain, such as Trump, who used his Truth Social platform to blame unrest on immigration, according to the AP. Wednesday, Oct. 21 ________ Ramaswamy takes responsibility for, promotes controversial ad A controversial campaign advertisement, produced by Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s team, sparked intense backlash. Ramaswamy’s campaign took responsibility for the advertisement Tuesday and announced a $4 million promotion strategy despite criticism for targeting the traumatic childhood of his opponent, Dr. Amy Acton, according to the AP. The ad features Acton’s birth mother, Donna Arthur, who calls her daughter “a liar” and implies she struggles with mental health issues.

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Made in Appalachia program connects recovery to manufacturing jobs LAYNEE ESLICH FOR THE POST The Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition launched the Made in Appalachia program last month. The program trains individuals in behavioral health recovery to get manufacturing jobs. According to Hunter Warsinsky, the workforce development manager at AOMC, the program already hired three people into manufacturing jobs since it began and offered about 30 training sessions.

is to address the need for essential manufacturing workers, which people in recovery programs can fill.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health granted $3 million to the AOMC to create the program.

“There are currently 278,000 workers nearing retirement,

Warsinsky said a primary goal of the program The red and white chimney of the former Pixelle Speciality Solutions paper mill looms over the city in Chillicothe, Ohio, Aug. 30, 2026. Last year, the plant was bought by U.S. Medical Glove Co. and is set to be converted into a manufacturing hub for multiple industries. (ETHAN HERX | PHOTO DIRECTOR) Graphic by (ABBY DOENCH | DESIGN DIRECTOR)

and we’re only going to have about 155,000 who are going to be entering the workforce,” Warsinsky said. “So we have a population gap of like 123,000. So, that’s across all like southeastern Ohio, and we realize that individuals in recovery and second chance, they’re being overlooked to receive positions in manufacturing.” The AOMC is a nonprofit that creates manufacturing opportunities throughout Ohio’s Appalachian region, including manufacturing internships, training, job shadowing and help with business funding and job searching. Warsinsky outlined the process for accepting people into the Made in Appalachia program. The nonprofit first connects participants with case managers to ensure they are ready for the next step in their recovery. continued pg 3

No tricks, just tradition: Athens celebrates Halloween LIBBY SHOEMAKER | HUMAN INTEREST STAFF WRITER In Athens, Halloween is one of the biggest weekends of the year. The city celebrates Halloween through fun, free events. Ohio University takes more security measures throughout the weekend. This year, OU’s Halloween weekend celebrations take place Oct. 30-31. The Halloween tradition of Ohio University students, locals and more taking over Court Street started in 1974, and is now officially celebrated with the Athens Block Party.

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Currently, Athens has 16 Flock cameras installed throughout the county. The APD uses six and the Athens County Sheriff’s Office uses the other 10. APD’s decision will result in the removal of the six cameras used by their office.

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APD to terminate Flock use During a city council meeting Oct. 5, the Athens City Police Department announced they will not be renewing their contract with Flock, according to a previous report by The Post.

The 52nd annual Halloween Block Party features a plethora of Halloween events welcoming students, families, visitors and more. The block party is free for all.

Flock cameras have been in use within Athens County since 2024. The APD’s first contract was for a year and deployed four cameras. The APD renewed the contract, extending it to 2027 and adding two additional Flock cameras. The sheriff’s office initially signed a two-year contract with Flock, deploying ten cameras. The contract was renewed for two more years.

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Made in Appalachia/continued from pg 1 ADA Compliance/continued from pg 1 Warsinsky said the program then meets with potential participants, evaluates obstacles they might face and provides training if they are deemed ready. Once participants complete training, they are placed in a job. Warsinsky said AOMC provides support for them in the first six months to a year to ensure job retention. The program bases job placement on an individual’s interests, according to Warsinsky. However, he said mill operation training provides participants with quick training if they are unsure what they want to pursue within manufacturing. AOMC also implemented barrier-reduction into the program to identify obstacles preventing individuals from working and help them find solutions to those obstacles. Colt Morningstar, AOMC’s workforce program coordinator, said he built connections with local services, such as the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, to find accessible solutions for obstacles, including SNAP benefits, Medicaid eligibility and clothing vouchers. “We’re not just giving somebody a phone number for the resource,” Morningstar said. “We call the resource with them because we know how to navigate the system, and then we say, ‘Hey, this person needs this,’ or they need Medicaid, or whatever the case is. We just give those warm handoffs and we help them as much as we can.” Morningstar created a funding process, which makes any person who gets a certificate through the program eligible for a $1,200 stipend. Morningstar said participants often use this money for rent, transportation and other basic needs that contribute to their ability to

work. “At the end of the day, we’re trying to get second-chance people an opportunity to have not just a job, but a career and also support them while they’re trying to get it because a lot of people, it’s not that they don’t want to work or they can’t get a job,” Morningstar said. “It’s the fact that, you know, they just don’t have any opportunity or help when trying to find a career or find a job.” Warsinsky said the hardest part of the process is attempting to end the stigma around hiring someone in recovery. “We call them secondchance, and it’s like, well how long does a person have to identify as a second-chance before we actually give them a second chance or like take that off of them,” Warsinsky said. To aid in this, Morningstar created the Workforce Academy, a five-day training that covers interpersonal skills and financial education to prove the character and commitment of participants to manufacturers. Morningstar served time in prison himself and said he faced stigma for his past. “I didn’t understand that you’re still paying a debt even though society says you’ve already paid it, and I think just giving those people an opportunity to prove people wrong and show that they’re worthy is really important, and I think we’re making a big impact on that,” Morningstar said.

“All of this different run around just becomes incredibly frustrating and repetitive,” Warren said. “And you feel like you’re saying the same thing over and over and over and it takes five times for it to happen.” Warren said she often feels frustrated going back and forth trying to receive her accommodations in a timely manner. She did not receive her safety doorbell until five weeks into the semester, after she walked into the Office for University Accessibility to speak with her advisor and move the process forward. “I asked her, I said ‘Hey I haven’t gotten my doorbell yet,’” Warren said. “And my advisor didn’t know that. She just assumed that the process was put in place.” In the classroom, Warren requires a microphone system that connects to her hearing aids. Warren said she does not usually have issues with professors following her accommodations, but it can be a challenge to handle what comes along with making sure she is supported. “So usually, my professors are wonderful human beings,” Warren said. “Maybe they’ve never used a microphone, but I explain it to them, and then they’re good with it. So usually retaliation isn’t an issue. It is always stressful to go up in front of a class and talk to a professor first day of class… advocating for myself like this and getting the runaround from accessibility services is incredibly emotionally exhausting.” Warren said she recognizes the lack of staff and funding for Accessibility Services. She said they don’t have the time in the day to provide students with what they need. Currently, they have a staff of nine individuals.

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staff for managing resources. Warren said the board has not been putting enough money into accessibility services and there are not enough people hired. “The Board of Trustees are the money makers, and the money decision makers, and The Board of Trustees are elected by the governor,” Warren said. “It is the governor who makes these impacts and chooses the people who are making decisions about you.” Faculty also acknowledge the strain the accessibility issues create. Matt Felton-Koestler, a teacher education professor, said in his experience with accessibility for students, there have been cases where he wishes there were a little more centralized support. “I regularly upload or make my slides available,” Felton said. “But I do not have the capacity to process them all somehow to make them ADA compliant on my own.” Felton said he finds talking directly with the student is usually the best way to make sure they receive the accommodations they need, outside of just sending over the accommodation letter the university gives the student. Dan Pittman, the senior director of communications for University Communications and Marketing, described the process of students receiving accommodations. “Ohio University’s Office

for University Accessibility coordinates accommodations and helps connect students with disabilities and accessibility needs to appropriate campus resources,” Pittman said in an email. “Accomodations are determined on an individual basis through a process that considers students’ needs and supporting documentation.” Pittman provided online resources for additional insight on the process, but did not address concerns students are expressing. According to the Office for University Accessibility, Accessibility Coordinators review documentation and determine eligibility according to the guidelines of the ADA. However, there is no *“exact formula” for determining a disability.

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“This is something that concerns everybody,” Warren said. “It’s not an individual problem, this is systemic. It goes beyond that. And if we are unable to change the accommodation system, how are we supposed to create any change at this university?” - Tess Warren, a sophomore studying sociology in the Honors Tutorial College r

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Students, locals advocate safe crossing on Richland Avenue AUDREY FUSILLO FOR THE POST

ultimately, pedestrian safety is the city administration’s responsibility.

Ohio University’s Student Senate passed Bill 2526-14 in March, urging the City of Athens to improve pedestrian safety on Richland Avenue. However, the city has taken little action to address the bill since its passage.

“At this point, that seems to be all that the city’s planning to do is to have those watch for pedestrian signs right there,” Clodfelter said. “Hopefully that is going to help. I kind of wish we could do more, but it’s not my decision.”

In the bill, the Senate specifically referenced the portion of Richland next to Bentley Annex as a dangerous crossing, which is often used by pedestrians. Connor Gaugler, a sophomore studying economics and political science, is the parliamentarian in the Senate. When the bill was passed unanimously, Gaugler was a senator for residence life, a position that required him to forward the legislation to 25 city officials for consideration. “It was about a dozen pages, give or take, and it was focused as a call to action, no more, no less,” Gaugler said. “It simply wanted to reach out to the City of Athens, recognize an issue and suggest that something needs to be done. It didn’t specify what kind of solution was best.” Gaugler reported continuously reaching out to Councilmember Beth Clodfelter, at-large representative and chair of the transportation committee, about the legislation. He eventually spoke at a City Council meeting Sept. 21. Stephanie Hunter, a member of the Athens Accessibility and Advocacy Committee and the social media manager for Strong Towns Athens, a local chapter of a national nonprofit devoted to improving cities, made a social media post Oct. 1, calling out unmarked crossings after Gaugler’s speech. Clodfelter said the city installed two pedestrian warning signs at the Richland crossing Oct. 15, but she said,

Clodfelter said she discussed alternative solutions with Andy Stone, the city’s service-safety director, including flashing lights, a crossing guard or a stop sign, but they did not identify an effective solution. “Everything I suggested, he had a really good engineering reason why that wasn’t going to work because it would create other problems, which he was better at conceptualizing than I was,” Clodfelter said. Clodfelter said she used to cross Richland often when she worked at OU and knows how dangerous it can be. “I was walking (across Richland), trying to hustle to get to a meeting and I probably wasn’t paying enough attention,” Clodfelter said. “And a car actually grazed my leg, like I wasn’t hurt, but like it was close enough that the dirt from the car was on my slacks.” Councilmember Alan Swank, fourth ward representative, worked with Gaugler in the spring to conduct an informal traffic survey about similar experiences. The survey found that out of 445 responses, 85.6% said they had nearly been hit as a pedestrian in that area and 46% said they had almost hit someone while driving on Richland. Additionally, Gaugler said 69.9% of respondents agreed there needs to be some form of traffic safety action taken. While Clodfelter said she does not have the power to create a solution in her position, Swank said Student Senate and City Council can

lobby for a resolution. Athens attempted to address traffic safety on Richland in 2020, when Athens and OU collaborated to complete the Richland Avenue Passageway Project, which created a passage underneath Richland between West Green and Porter Hall. However, Swank said the passageway is ineffective for those who wish to cross next to Bentley Annex. “In my opinion, expecting people to walk south, cross under the bridge and walk back north, while it might make sense, it ain’t going to happen,” Swank said. “It’s not logical.” Hunter encouraged drivers to be more careful, as pedestrians have the right of way, even if there is not a marked crosswalk. “That’s your job as a driver,” Hunter said. “And that’s one of the things that I think is very easy to forget in our very driving-dominated society is that it’s your responsibility as a driver to not hurt people with your car.” Hunter said there is no streamlined process to achieve pedestrian safety results in Athens, despite the existence of committees. “There’s no person keeping track of all the balls, and so as a committee, if we are not super on track of emailing things and pushing for things and bringing them up again and again and again over years, it won’t happen,” Hunter said. Beyond Richland, Gaugler said 90 respondents to the survey pointed out four or five other areas as pedestrian safety hazards, which he wants the Student Senate to address. “But if the city is going to set this precedent that they’re making it difficult, it’s going to make it a lot harder for us to do,” Gaugler said. @AUDREY4EVERMORE AF587125@OHIO.EDU

Students cross South Richland Avenue at the Bentley Annex in Athens on Oct. 15, 2026 (ALEX PASSERO | FOR THE POST)

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Blotter: Cows in the road, potential

breaking and entering, weird raccoon

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Maybe a breaking and entering? Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Athens High School’s baseball field after a report of potential breaking and entering. The groundskeeper showed deputies on the scene what was damaged and deputies noticed pry marks on a door. The groundskeeper said the maintenance staff repaired the door before the deputies got to the school. Nothing was missing from the scene, but deputies took a report and photographed the scene.

You’re going to jail Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to an anonymous tip regarding the location of a wanted individual. Deputies located Zachary McVey. McVey was wanted for sexual offenses involving a minor and was taken to the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail.

We’re all just blocking the street Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to State Route 377 in Sharpsburg after reports of cows in the road. The cattle were successfully herded back into their fenced area. The owner of the cows was given a warning for animals at large. Weird raccoon Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Jacksonville after reports of a raccoon acting strangely outside a business. By the time deputies arrived, the animal had left the location. Deputies speculated the raccoon retreated into a nearby sewer. Saturday, Oct. 17

A spokesperson for Ramaswamy’s team said Arthur was not compensated for her appearance in the one-minute video. Thursday, Oct. 22 _________ Crucial states see increase in early voter turnout Voter turnout increased significantly in many crucial states since the last midterm elections, according to the AP. In Texas, early voting is 74% higher than the 2022 midterms. Additionally, states such as Ohio and Maine saw more than a 30% increase in early inperson and mail voting. Across the country, there were over 13 million mail-in and early in-person votes cast. Only 9 million were cast at the same point in 2022, according to the AP. Friday, Oct. 23 _________ Trump voting crackdown targets immigrants seeking citizenship Federal authorities in California launched a crackdown on alleged voter fraud. On Monday, authorities charged more than two dozen legal permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. These residents now face severe charges, which could lead to prison time, according to the AP. Many immigrants charged were residents of California for over five years but are now facing the threat of deportation or imprisonment if they lied on their citizenship application.

Sunday, Oct. 25 _________ Record-breaking Ebola outbreak sweeps Africa A fast-moving Ebola outbreak, originating in eastern Congo, is spreading across three African regions and reached four other countries, according to the AP. According to the World Health Organization, it is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history and was recorded in the central, western and eastern regions of Africa. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, for which no approved vaccine or drug treatment currently exists. An issue in Africa seems to be weak surveillance efforts, as initial cases are often confirmed long after travelers exhibit symptoms. The outbreak infected 9,500 people in Congo thus far, killing at least 4,600 of them, according to the AP.

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TURN THAT DOWN Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to North McDonald Street in The Plains after receiving a loud noise complaint. Deputies on patrol did not locate any loud music. Gas station theft Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to Valero gas station in The Plains following a reported theft that occurred in the parking lot. Deputies at the scene documented the incident and are waiting on video footage of the event for further investigation. Deputies resumed patrol. Sunday, Oct. 18 Loud and naked Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Glouster after reports of someone running around naked and yelling at people. Deputies spoke with people on the scene but were unable to locate the individual. Child custody dispute Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to Campbell Road in Athens following a child custody dispute. The matter was settled at the scene after deputies made contact with all involved members.

Warrants of the week The Athens County Sheriff’s Office posted warrants of arrest for Christine Hart and Nicholas Johnson. Hart is wanted for possession of drugs and drug trafficking. Johnson is wanted for having weapons while under disability and possession of drugs. If anyone has information on either individual, they are to contact the Sheriff’s Office immediately. Tuesday, Oct. 20 Doggone dog bit me Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Coolville after a reported dog bite. Deputies on the scene took a report after speaking with all involved parties. Okay, hand me the gun Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a gun that an individual located on the road in New Marshfield. Deputies determined the gun to be a Glock 19 Gen 4, which had a Bulldog holster. Wednesday, Oct. 21 Better not come back! Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to Chauncey following a trespassing complaint. The woman who trespassed had left the scene by the time deputies arrived, but the caller was told to call deputies again if the woman came back. Threats Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded near New Marshfield after receiving reports regarding threats. Deputies on the scene spoke with the caller, who wanted the incident recorded. A report was taken and patrol resumed. Thursday, Oct. 22 Theft report Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded after a woman said she wished to file a report of *theft. Deputies took a report. At the time the media release was published, the matter was still under investigation. Active fight Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to The Plains after reports of an active fight. Deputies determined the fight was only verbal and nobody was physically harmed. KH303123@OHIO.EDU

Flock/continued from pg 1 According to Athens Chief of Police Nick Magruder, the decision was made following conversations with a majority of the patrol officers and investigators. “It’s fully in agreeance with the community and the department,” Magruder said. “There was no outside pressure from the city administration. I had the backing from the city if we went either way.” APD’s Flock contract will expire in February 2027, and the department will continue to use the technology until then. Although the Flock cameras will be taken down after the contract expires, the APD will continue to use automated license plate readers in other forms. The APD only uses ALPR technology to detect vehicles parked in the same area for more than 24 hours for the purpose of locating a stolen or lost car, according to Magruder. Magruder said that ALPR technology is not Flock related, and has no access to any law enforcement databases.

Following the removal, Magruder said he would be surprised if the department returned to technology similar to Flock in the future. He said there would need to be safeguards in place for the APD to use it again. Magruder said previously that the Flock technology helped the APD solve about 30 to 40 cases a year. He said they will have to find other ways to find out how vehicles are involved in cases. “As law enforcement officers, we see the benefit of it; of how we can solve cases and what we can do with it,” Magruder said. “But at some point we have to listen to the community. We work for this community.” On June 10, a town hall was held by Strong Towns Athens to learn more about the technology’s use. Strong Towns Athens is a local chapter of the national nonprofit that advocates for cities to be safe, livable and inviting, working to elevate local government. Rob Delach, a Strong Towns Athens leader, said the push to hold the town hall came from concerns regarding the

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technology. Delach said Strong Towns Athens’ main concern was the lack of protections regarding the technology. “It’s warrantless surveillance, so there’s not careful controls in place,” Delach said. “What we want to see is that there should be a legitimate reason. At the very minimum, it should be that there’s an investigation with a case number.” Magruder was in attendance at the town hall and spoke with Delach afterwards. No representatives or members of the sheriff’s office were present.

Delach felt the sheriff’s office had a “completely different approach” to the matter, and was not interested in the conversation. Delach said he felt the town hall went well, hosting balanced conversations between residents, as well as law enforcement officers. He felt APD’s decision was a “big win.” “I think it’s great,” Delach said. “I think they made the right decision.” Delach said the technology’s use in solving crimes that were not “serious” does not justify

the invasion of privacy. Looking forward, Delach said people would not oppose Flock technology if there were harsher restrictions. “I think if we could get the county to adopt some restrictions on its use and to modify the contract so that it would protect citizens better, I think that would be a win,” Delach said.

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about their professional interests and particularities, the line between clocked in and clocked out is defined for a reason.

THE POST EDITORIAL BOARD FOR THE POST The moment you pursue your collegiate journey, one social media platform is hailed as a rite of passage into your professional and academic career: LinkedIn. Imposed upon impressionable, budding professionals, LinkedIn is lauded as a critical tool to manage throughout the academic year, internships and jobs. Lacking the social leniency of other social media platforms, LinkedIn shifts from a professional networking practice into a soul-draining ritual which people online speak out about as a result of its professional online culture. Currently, social media use in general is on a gradual decline. There are many reasons why: increased divisiveness and tension, the infestation of artificial intelligence and advertising content, increased anxiety and pressure, as well as an overall longing for real connection and authenticity. Social media sites such as Instagram started as vessels through which individuals could project parts of their authentic selves and craft personal aesthetics. However, current social media culture is a Hodge Podge of incessant advertisement, overstimulating notifications and carefully curated personas and performance. If the “fun” social media sites, targeted to appeal to creativity, sociability and entertainment, are exhausting, the soul-sucking fatigue of operating a LinkedIn account is immeasurable. LinkedIn’s entire goal is to appeal to professionalism; it’s a perpetual job interview or networking fest. As passionate as many people are

However, the minute you walk through the doors of young adulthood, consistency on LinkedIn is treated as essential as water and air. The pressure to embody the perpetual professional is tremendous and tiresome. Additionally, in an era where personal information is on display constantly and surveyorship over others is prominent, wanting to dodge the gaze of the all-seeing eye of not only social media, but corporate professionalism, is appealing. Inversely, people also express exhaustion from viewing and interacting with other people’s posts. Though social media is incredibly curated, there is still a semblance of laxness. It is not humiliating to post something with a typo or not in standardized English. The pressure to report your every move is largely absent unless you are completely grappling with a social media addiction. Conversely, the social strain of asking a bunch of people for connections on LinkedIn, inspecting pictures to ensure they are prim and proper and re-reading long-winded, stuffy and starchy captions is exhausting. Not to mention, the influx of homogenous replies received under a post is truly unnatural. The robotic nature of LinkedIn is further reinforced by AI’s overwhelming presence on the website. It is not surprising if you have ever scrolled down LinkedIn yourself. Panagram, a research company with speciality in AI detection, found 40% of long-form content on LinkedIn was fully AIgenerated. Meanwhile, 30% of shortform content was fully AI-generated. LinkedIn became so fed up with the bottom of the barrel, low-effort content circulating its platform, it rolled out features such as the

“seems like AI slop” button as well as encouraging human-created content. The content itself is seemingly a result of two things. First, people do not want to invest actual time into LinkedIn because they have also begun to suffer under the weight of its wearying work culture. Inversely, there are people who generate AI posts hoping to ensure their content peaks in visibility and works the LinkedIn algorithm effectively. AI programs polish and smooth any non-professional imperfections and blemishes. While most criticisms of the website seem like digs against the users, pointing out the user culture on LinkedIn operates to serve as a larger critique of job hunting and professional culture in general. After surveying 1,500 job seekers, Indeed found that 41% of those participants reported mental health degradation as a result of job searching. It also found many want to take a break but feel they cannot afford to without facing medical debut or other fallout. More than half of participants reported real-world consequences of doing so. All of these feelings and factors coalesce into an unpleasant, souldraining and painfully depleting user experience. But it’s hard to take a break. The ease of deleting and disengaging from other social media and websites does not exist with LinkedIn or other job recruitment and professional websites. Between the pressure of employment and the pressure to perpetually posture among peers on LinkedIn’s professional portal, the entire culture is painfully depleting.

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Heidi’s Hot Takes More etiquette, less evil in politics

HEIDI BARTOLONE FOR THE POST The current political arena is sacrificing human empathy for a climb to the top. United States citizens are privileged to have the right to vote, yet citizens do not hold candidates to the standard they hold their neighbors or friends to. Leaders must have a fundamental commitment to ethical principles and basic human empathy. The rise of shock value as a campaigning technique clearly demonstrates a lack of empathy in leadership roles. Algorithms and headlines have incentivized crafting controversy instead of campaigns. For example, take the 60-second advertisement produced by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s team featuring opposing candidate Dr. Amy Acton’s estranged mother, Donna Arthur. At 12 years old, authorities removed Acton from her home following sexual abuse at the hands of her stepfather. In the advertisement, Acton’s mother said, “She is a liar. She lies about her past,” while convincing the audience not to vote for Acton. In the past, Arthur claimed Acton lied about the alleged abuse and other

allegations regarding her childhood. Decades after the crimes left the courtroom, Ramaswamy’s team turned her trauma into a political strategy. Exploitation of private family trauma should not be tolerated by society. Ramaswamy’s advertisement is only one of many examples of this behavior. Society should actively reject this ruthless nature instead of being desensitized to painful real-world experiences. At fault for the low standards are those who participate in cancel culture by treating leaders as if they are untouchable. Therefore, it deters people who are not dependent on money or fame from serving as a leader. Creating a cycle where voters face a choice: support a candidate who does not align with their morals or stay home on election day. This cycle is dangerous and keeps society vulnerable to leaders who are not ethically equipped for the position. Judgment, cancel culture and extreme societal pressure push people away from advocacy and leadership. Countless qualified parents, teachers or community members would not choose the current harmful cycle over public service due to the fear of the relentless judgment they’d likely face. Society often overlooks leaders who use public office for private gain, otherwise known as political corruption. The normalization of unethical leaders has made political

corruption extremely prevalent. This has resulted in the public treating politics as a sports game. Parties and politicians protect their own side at all costs rather than standing up for universal human values. Corruption always victimizes people who have the least power. For instance, Columbus is built on this kind of corruption. Les Wexner, a billionaire and businessman, has been shielded by his wealth for decades. Wexner’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein and many other troubling public figures were routinely overlooked by lawmakers due to his large donations to political campaigns. Despite his ties to sex trafficking allegations, his name remains on buildings across the state. Normalizing the orchestration of extreme social pressure and mass disapproval, also known as cancel culture, only leaves the leadership pool open to shameless individuals who have already been publicly discredited, leaving society’s standards for public leaders at an all-time low. Cancel culture rarely affects politicians. For this reason, society needs to stop discouraging moral citizens with immediate public backlash. Leadership pools are failing because the obstacle for becoming a leader requires being shameless or immune to public scrutiny. Allowing someone to lead simply because there are no other options is simply unacceptable. It is crucial that society raises its standards.

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Public leaders need to choose accountability in order to replace judgement. In return, society must not treat every human misstep as an opportunity for public destruction. If a change is not made, we will continue to scare away the ordinary teachers, parents or neighbors who possess the values necessary for leading others. If leadership and the destructive nature of cancel culture are separated, we can create an environment where good values are not actively condemned by algorithms or headlines. Together, communities must speak up and make it clear their values do not align with exploitation or corruption. When communities refuse to tolerate shock value campaigns or misconduct while extending empathy to those who are willing to serve, society will move on from accepting leaders who do not understand morals. Low demand for leadership positions should never force voters to compromise their values. Instead, an environment of mutual respect will invite ethical citizens back into the leadership pool. Society should not be passive in the ruthless normalization of exploitation and judgment. In order to have leaders we are proud of, we must hold them to a much higher standard. This election season, choose to stand up for human empathy. Email them at hb963023@ohio.edu. @heidibartolone

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Ohio handles business at home again against Eastern Michigan behind strong defensive effort OWEN LIPSTREAU SPORTS EDITOR On Saturday, 17 straight home wins, bowl eligibility and Senior Day were all celebrated at Peden Stadium as Ohio (6-2 overall, 4-0 Mid-American Conference) defeated Eastern Michigan (4-5 overall, 3-2 MAC) in a down-tothe-wire thriller that ended 24-20, led by its dominant defense After a slow start, the Eagles picked up a pair of first downs on their second drive. The Ohio defense responded, as redshirt senior linebacker Jack Fries burst through the Eagles’ offensive line for a sack, setting up another Eastern Michigan punt. Ohio got the ball back and immediately saw results from its offense. Graduate student quarterback Nick Poulos stepped to his right and delivered a strike to redshirt sophomore wide receiver Dom Dorwart, who took it the rest of the way for a 78-yard touchdown, putting Ohio up 7-0 early. The Bobcats forced another punt but were then trapped deep in their own end zone. Graduate student running back Victor Rosa ran for 21 yards to help get Ohio out of the shadow of its end zone, but the drive ended like many of the first-quarter drives, with a punt. Ohio kept up the defensive trend, as redshirt sophomore Darren JamesHamilton picked off Eastern Michigan quarterback Brogan McCaughey. Ohio turned it right back over to the Eagles, as Poulos was stripped in the pocket and Eagles linebacker Aaron Kearse scooped it up and ran back 25 yards to tie the game at 7-7. Poulos was not rattled. He stepped up on the following Ohio drive, completing all four of his passing attempts. Still, Ohio could not convert on short yardage with its running game, turning the ball over on downs and giving the momentum back to the Eagles. The Ohio defense stepped up, forcing a crucial three-and-out but could not cash in. James-Hamilton fumbled the punt, giving Eastern Michigan the ball in Ohio territory. The Eagles quickly reached the red zone and looked to punch in a score, but the Ohio defense stepped up with another big sack from Fries, forcing a

Quarterback Nick Poulos (8) and Runningback Duncan Brune (6) line up for a snap during Ohio’s game against Eastern Michigan in Peden Stadium in Athens.Oct. 24, 2026. The Bobcats beat Eastern Michigan 24-20. (DASH HAGGERTY | FOR THE POST) field goal attempt. Eastern Michigan kicker Rudy Kessinger nailed the 31yard field goal, putting the Eagles up 10-7 with under five minutes to play in the first half. Ohio put together another promising drive, but it stalled at the Eastern Michigan 32-yard line. Bobcats graduate student kicker Will Hryszko drilled a 49-yard field goal to tie the game 10-10. Eastern Michigan took the field and executed a two-minute drill. McCaughey looked poised, finding check-downs and using his legs to put the Eagles in position for a 41-yard field goal, which Kessinger made to put Eastern Michigan up 13-10 at the half. The Bobcats started with the ball out of the locker room, and Poulos connected with Dorwart twice early in the drive to move them into Eagles territory. Ohio’s drive stalled, calling on the field goal unit. The ball was snapped, and Ohio ran a fake, resulting in a turnover on downs. The game started to mirror the first half, as both teams punted the ball back and forth over the next handful of possessions, fighting through poor field position to see which offense could break through. Ohio regained possession and used a pass interference penalty to cross midfield. Poulos found redshirt freshman wide receiver Preston Bowman to put the Bobcats in the red zone.

On the next play, Poulos dropped back again and found redshirt sophomore tight end AJ Miller over the middle, who was tackled just short of the goal line. On the next snap, Poulos did it himself, taking the shotgun snap left and scrambling into the end zone for the 1-yard rushing score to put Ohio up 17-13. The Ohio defense forced another punt, and the Bobcats now looked to drain the clock. Poulos had the offense humming, picking up a first down with his feet and then blocking on a reverse for Dorwart to pick up another one. The Bobcats’ drive stalled just past midfield, and Ohio head coach John Hauser sent out the punting unit. Graduate student punter Magnus Haines kicked it high, and Ohio’s special teams ran it down and pinned Eastern Michigan at its own 1-yard line. The Eagles put together a sevenplay, 99-yard drive that ended on a touchdown pass from McCaughey to Joey Mattord for the go-ahead score, putting Eastern Michigan up 20-17. Ohio responded on the kickoff as James-Hamilton took the ball at the goal line and returned it 100 yards, pumping up the Ohio fans and putting the home team back in front 24-20 with less than four minutes to play. “They didn’t want to kick it to me at times, and I just felt like them kicking it to me is kind of disrespectful,” James-Hamilton said. “I take that as disrespect, knowing that I’m one of

the top returning guys. So I mean, just going into it, all 11 guys being on the same page and just doing their 1/11. I mean, it’s that simple.” McCaughey and Eastern Michigan flew down the field, getting inside the Ohio five-yard line with 21 seconds to play. The Ohio defense needed a stand, and the whole crowd was behind them. Ohio got crucial quarterback pressure from redshirt senior Michael Molnar on third down, adding to his excellent day of 18 tackles, four tackles for loss, and a sack. “I mean, Molnar was all over the place on defense, 18 tackles,” Hauser said. “I think it’s a career high for him, and he got a little banged up, but he was not coming out of that game. I asked him several times if he was okay, and he assured me that he was fine, and he finished it.” The pressure resulted in an intentional grounding penalty on McCaughey and the Ohio defense, with one final stop on fourth down to shut the door and remain undefeated in MAC play with the 24-20 win, which also moved the Bobcats’ home winning streak to 17 in a row at Peden Stadium. The win also makes the Bobcats bowl-eligible in 2026.

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Around 59 minutes into the game, with 30 seconds left, Ohio led 24-20. Eastern Michigan had the ball in the Bobcats ‘ red zone, but it was fourth and 3. The Eagles’ senior backup quarterback Brogan McGaughey fired the ball to one of his receivers in the end zone. Eastern Michigan senior wide receiver Benson Prosper fell to the ground in the end zone before the ball arrived. This led to the referee throwing a flag on the Bobcats’ sophomore safety

JT Haskins for pass interference. This penalty put the Eagles at Ohio’s 4-yard line, needing a touchdown to win the game. Eastern Michigan had four chances to score a game-winning touchdown inside the Bobcats’ 5-yard line to end Ohio’s FBS-leading 16-game home winning streak. “I didn’t get a chance to get (the defense) on the sideline to talk to them before that set of downs,” Ohio Head Coach John Hauser said. “It’s fourth and goal at the 4; we have to get a stop. We practice that situation a lot. So, it’s not

ideal, but we just have to get our eyes around and try to find the ball in that situation.” On first down, McCaughey, in the shotgun, snapped the ball and sat in the pocket before delivering a strike to receiver Nick Devereaux in the endzone that fell incomplete. Second down was very similar to the prior play as McCaughey fired the ball to Prosper on the right side of the field, but it was not caught. The possibility of an Ohio goal-line stand was growing as the Bobcats’ defense was two stops away from getting the win. With third down coming up, ESPN had Ohio at a 68.1% chance of pulling off the win. With 11 seconds left, McCaughey looked to throw the ball when he was met with immediate pressure by the Bobcats’ defensive line. Redshirt senior linebacker Michael Molnar, who had a career high 18-tackles, was the one who got home. Before getting sacked, McCaughey threw the ball to the ground. After a discussion, the referees penalized McCaughey for intentional grounding with no receiver near the ball. This caused Eastern Michigan to lose 12 yards, and they were forced to use their final timeout. Molnar had just one word to describe his team’s defense with its back against the wall.

not just about us. We’re all a product of the hard work that everyone in this building had done to get that victory. But again, it was a dogfight, and so when you come on top of a dogfight, you’re going to feel great about it.” Hauser’s reaction was a little different than the players’. He did not have much time to celebrate the win. “My immediate reaction was we won,” Hauser said. “Then the ref came over and told me they’re checking the clock to see if there’s any time left, and then I never heard from the ref again. So honestly, it was kind of chaotic at the end. I was trying to get people off the field because the ref was still supposedly checking the clock. But emotionally, it was just a sense of relief.” This win extended Ohio’s home game winning streak to 17 straight wins, and its overall winning streak to five straight. The Bobcats moved to 4-0 in the Mid-American Conference, which is their best conference start since 1997 and currently puts them first in the MAC as the only team undefeated in conference play.

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“Chills,” Molnar said. The results of that third-down play led Eastern Michigan to having fourth and goal at the 16-yard line with five seconds left. This was the last play of the game. McCaughey had a lot of time to throw, with Ohio only sending a three-man blitz to have more players defending in the secondary. McCaughey stepped up into the pocket and threw the ball to the corner of the end zone for Devereaux, but the ball fell incomplete with triple zeros on the clock marking the end of the game, and Ohio pulled off a huge goal-line stand to get the win. “The shoulders softened up a little bit,” redshirt-sophomore wide receiver Dom Dorwart said. “For me, I like seeing everybody else get excited, because it’s

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Ohio extends losing streak to six against Toledo JACK MULDOWNEY FOR THE POST Ohio (11-10 overall, 4-6 MidAmerican Conference) left its weekend series at Toledo (16-4 overall, 8-2 MAC) winless. This matchup was no easy one for Ohio from the jump, especially in the midst of its losing streak. The Rockets held first place in the conference heading into this series and are now second, narrowly trailing the 9-1 Bowling Green Falcons. Dropping from a four-game to a six-game losing streak essentially puts the Bobcats in a do-or-die situation for the rest of this season. With six matches to go, the Bobcats must get back in the win column early and often before time runs out. To qualify for the MAC tournament, Ohio needs to climb back to a topsix spot in the conference and finish the season there. With this pair of losses, the Bobcats have dropped to seventh place in the MAC standings and out of the

tournament picture. In terms of conference record, Ohio is tied with Buffalo and Kent State for that spot. The three teams’ overall records, though, give Buffalo the technical sixth-place spot, with Ohio sandwiched between those two at seventh. Ohio was only victorious in one of five sets played over the weekend, and that is just the third set the Bobcats have been able to win along their losing streak. They were swept in Friday’s opening match of the series at Toledo, losing 25-19, 25-17 and 25-22. The leading catalyst for Toledo’s sweep in this match was its dominance above the net, as it won 43-29. The Bobcats recovered from that sweep with more resistance in Saturday’s match, tying it up at 1-1 through two sets with a 25-14 loss in the first and a 25-16 win in the second. Toledo found its stride again in sets three and four, though, winning those 25-20 and 25-21 on the way to a 3-1 match win and a 2-0 weekend.

Player Spotlight Despite the disappointing result for Ohio, sophomore opposite hitter Bailey Blair remained a bright spot. She totaled 17 kills between both matches, pushing her season total over 200 and up to a team-high 203. Blair emerged as one of the Bobcats’ leaders last season as only a freshman, and she has done nothing but improve this season. Her performance has consistently been something Ohio can rely on each and every match, and the team will need to continue leaning on her in order to make a postseason push. Ohio is back in The Convo on Tuesday to host Kent State University at 6 p.m. That will be an uber-important match for both teams, as they are tied with 4-6 conference records and are both looking to climb back up the MAC standings. @JACKMULDOWNEY1 JM760224@OHIO.EDU

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Ohio’s defense gets game-winning goal-line stand as time expires ANNABELLE GRACE SPORTS STAFF WRITER In its biggest matchup of the year, Ohio (9-1) split the weekend series with the Adrian College Bulldogs (10-3). The teams were No. 1 and No. 3, respectively, in the current rankings. The first game was held at Adrian’s Arrington Ice Arena while the second was at Bird Arena in Athens. Between both games, seven different Bobcats scored. They played graduate student goalie Matt Zazon in net Thursday, and then graduate student Garrett Alderman started Friday. Thursday Adrian came out victorious against Ohio in a 4-3 game. Ohio was the better team in the first two periods, but it stumbled in the third period. Adrian took just six shots on goal in the third period and scored on two of them. Overall, Ohio doubled Adrian in shots, with 42 and 21, respectively. “We got off to an early start, both games,” alternate captain and forward Will Cohen said. “A couple of bounces went our way (Friday) that they really didn’t go our way (Thursday).” Two players on hot streaks lit the lamp for the Bobcats in the first period. Alternate captain and forward Luc Reeve scored with a wrist shot. The assists were from defender sophomore Nick Mahy and alternate captain senior Drake Nabozny. This goal marked 100 goals, yet another milestone in Reeve’s standout career.

Senior forward Barron Stibbe scored his seventh goal of the season. His shot from the center of the zone slipped past a defender and the goalie before finding the back of the net. Freshman forward Rylan Oster earned his first assist of the year. Sophomore forward Lance Mengel also assisted. In the second period, the Bulldogs quickly scored a goal of their own. Junior forward Keegan DeCaluwe baited Zazon far to the left. He passed to senior forward Hunter Allen, who took advantage of a wide-open net. A slashing call against Adrian gave Ohio a power play. Senior forward Mathieu Ovaert made use of the advantage. His shot through traffic gave Ohio a 3-1 lead. Senior forward Laker Aldridge and junior defender Blake Dustin assisted. Around 20 seconds later, senior forward Matteo Turrin scored with an assist from senior forward Eli Reimer. Turrin charged toward the net. Then, he chipped the puck over Zazon’s right leg for a goal. The third period was all Adrian. On a power play, sophomore forward Luke Marley scored the tying goal for the Bulldogs. He missed his first shot but was able to clean up the rebound. Allen and graduate student Dylan Gajewski had the assists. Gajewski scored the game-winner. Decaluwe took a shot from the blue line. Gajewski, standing in the crease, tipped the puck in. The teams packed up their

bags and headed to Athens. The Bobcats had a four-hour bus ride to mourn their first loss of the season.

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”You got to get your rest and stay hydrated,” Schutte said. “We try to be as efficient as we can with all the extra noise. But it’s a tough turnaround. We got back at 2:10 a.m. Friday morning, and they had classes Friday.”

The referees called Adrian for slashing. Sophomore forward Breyden Zupsansky’s shot found the goal after bouncing around. Thomas assisted, and Ohio now led 3-0.

Friday The Bobcats dominated the rematch 4-0. Alderman earned his third shutout as he faced 39 shots. “He (Alderman) is really mature,” Schutte said. “He takes pride in his game, and he’s as competitive as anyone. He relied on his athleticism and size when he was a bit younger. Now, he’s just a veteran. And he’s cool and confident in there.” A late night did not zap the intensity out of the second game. From the start, the physicality was obvious. Junior forward Nolan Abraham put Ohio on the board only three minutes into the game. A clean check left freshman forward Alex Thomas alone with the puck. He faked a shot and passed to Abraham. The wide-open goal was an easy target. Sophomore defender Brady Gilbert snagged the secondary assist. The Bulldogs made a costly mistake, earning a too many men penalty. Thomas capitalized on the power play. He slipped the puck past the goalie with help from Abraham and alternate captain defender

The second period was eventful, but it only had one goal.

After the speedy goal, penalties were the story of the period. Even on penalty kills, the Bobcats defended so well they had multiple shorthanded chances. During a penalty kill for the Bobcats, the puck appeared to sneak into the goal. When the buzzer went off, the referees did not call the play dead, and Adrian’s goalie sent the puck down the ice. Ohio scored early in the third period. Aldridge had a breakaway along with Cohen. Cohen used a wrist shot to score. Nabozny assisted as well.

shut down small scuffles, but the tension exploded in the final minutes. Gajewski cross-checked a Bobcat and triggered an all-out brawl. All ten skaters were disqualified with fighting penalties. “They had a lot of student athletes in the building (Thursday) night, but Bird is unmatched,” Schutte said. “Not that our guys needed any more juice to get up for a top team like this; it’s a rivalry. But they definitely fed off the atmosphere and the fans (here).” Next week, the Bobcats play an away series at Niagara University (6-3-1) in Lewiston, New York. Friday’s game is at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday’s at 5 p.m. Niagara is a top 25-ranked team sitting at No. 6.

“It was a good play from Laker (Aldridge),” Cohen said. “I had a good amount of time and was lucky to put it in the back of the net.” Adrian could not create offense other than two chances. Alderman saved both to cool any momentum for Adrian. Ovaert had an opportunity, but his backhand just missed the net.

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‘You Can See Everything’ challenges understanding of morality In a highly unorthodox way, ‘You Can See Everything’ is redefining the documentary genre. In his typical blunt comedy style, Nathan Fielder’s flair comes through to reveal Elizabeth Holmes’ true self. KENDALL DAVIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR On Oct. 16, Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s “You Can See Everything” was released in theaters. “You Can See Everything” is a highly unusual documentary. For one, it follows Theranos healthcare fraudster Elizabeth Holmes in the final days before the beginning of her prison sentence. However, what really makes “You Can See Everything” stand out is comedian Fielder’s bizarre approach to working with documentary subjects. Fielder is best known for his past work on “Nathan For You” and “The Rehearsal,” two unorthodox, deadpan reality-comedy shows. With this background, Fielder may seem a strange choice for the main on-screen presence of the documentary team. As it turns out, his blunt, disarming personality is perhaps the perfect match for trying to extract the truth from such an infamous character as Holmes. Co-directed by Lance Oppenheim, “You Can See Everything” also takes on the distinctive atmosphere Oppenheim’s work is becoming known for. The intimacy of camera angles and other directorial choices allow viewers to feel as though they are truly a fly on the wall as Fielder interrogates Holmes. The question many viewers may be trying to answer as they go into “You Can See Everything” is whether or not Holmes is guilty of her crimes. Consequently, Holmes is notorious for her

ability to lie and her charismatic skills of deception. It is difficult to know whether Holmes is telling the truth or not.

These issues compound with numerous other small displays of bizarre relationship dynamics.

A notably odd moment that showcases both Fielder’s unusual, effective interviewing style and also Holmes’ baffling communication style is when Fielder asks Holmes if she has ever told a lie. This comes after she repeatedly denies any wrongdoing or lying in relation to Theranos, and Holmes claims she has never told a lie in her whole life. Fielder’s incredulous response to this is deeply funny, but the real effect of this scene is that it reveals to audiences Holmes is still an unreliable individual. The beginning two-thirds of the film are mostly spent examining Holmes. As “You Can See Everything” is filmed in Holmes’ house, her partner Billy Evans and their children are also the focal points of the movie. Audiences may go into the film expecting to be most disturbed by Holmes herself, and find that Evans is an even stranger person. Evans’ concerning behavior builds slowly throughout the movie, and peaks with Fielder’s discovery that Evans allegedly made financial deals regarding “You Can See Everything” without Holmes’ awareness. Evans also casually tells Fielder that he runs Holmes’ X account and is responsible for the crude and out-of-character ways Holmes’ X account responds to others, which Holmes also seems to have limited awareness of. Evans claims he knows what Holmes would want, so he does not need to consult her on anything.

This strange dynamic is very concerning and also reminiscent of Holmes’ relationship with the much older Sunny Balwani, who was her romantic and business partner during Theranos’ reign. For some viewers, they are led to wonder whether Holmes is purposefully appearing to be manipulated by these men to appear as a victim. For others, Holmes does come across as someone who has been manipulated; an intelligent person who struggles with social and communication skills and is vulnerable to domineering men. The truth about the nature of Holmes’ relationships probably lies somewhere between these two opinions, but one of the great triumphs of “You Can See Everything” is the lack of clarity. It asks viewers to scrutinize Holmes themselves and decide for themselves what they think. Surprisingly, after Holmes goes to prison, “You Can See Everything” really takes off. Fielder is faced with the difficult decision of how to approach making a documentary when his subject is inaccessible. This is where Fielder’s distinctive style gets the chance to truly shine. He shows actress Amanda Seyfried what has been filmed of “You Can See Everything” up to this point, due to Seyfried’s portrayal of Holmes in the drama miniseries “The Dropout,” which put Holmes on the map. From this point, Seyfried becomes involved in the making of “You Can See Everything.”

Photo courtesy of A24. Seyfried’s involvement is most notable when she helps Fielder reenact interactions with Holmes over the phone that he was not allowed to record, and Fielder’s conversation with Holmes in prison. This collaboration between Fielder and Seyfried is similar to the format of Fielder’s “The Rehearsal,” and puts a uniquely Fielder-esque spin on the film as a whole. Seyfried gets the chance to talk briefly with Holmes on the phone, and extensively with Evans in person. Interestingly, Seyfried’s involvement in the film reveals conflicting thoughts between her and Fielder’s opinions on Holmes. It seems at times that Fielder is quite sympathetic to Holmes’ plight, and that he has actually grown close to her over the course of making “You Can See Everything.” Some may feel that this means that “You Can See Everything” lacks journalistic

integrity, but Fielder is not a journalist; he is a comedian. “You Can See Everything” succeeds because of its acknowledgment of the unreliable nature of all people involved: Holmes, Evans, Seyfried and Fielder, too. Overall, “You Can See Everything” requires audiences to form their own opinions, which is refreshing in an era of suffering media literacy. Fielder’s open-minded approach to forming a real relationship with Holmes during the filming of this movie also asks viewers to question how far their empathy extends, and whether it includes individuals as complex as Holmes.

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Athena to show 14-year-old’s ‘The Haunted Woody Doll 4’ “The Haunted Woody Doll 4.”

ADDISON HART FOR THE POST Athens is home to many artists from many different backgrounds who choose to express themselves through their creations. Lennon Spiezio is a 14-year-old boy with dreams of bringing back the older ways of filmmaking. Lennon Spiezio, an Athens resident, has made short films since he was eight. His newest film, “The Haunted Woody Doll 4,” will be shown at the Athena Cinema, located at 20 S. Court St., Athens, Ohio, on Friday. The film screening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a 24-minute run time. A meet-and-greet will occur from 5-5:30 p.m., during which attendees have the opportunity to speak to Lennon Spiezio. Admission is free, and concessions will be provided for the first 25 guests.

Maximillian Ries, a senior studying English creative writing, is the secretary of Rough Cut Collective at Ohio University. Ries said he is seeing a lot more young filmmakers retreating to older ideas. “It feels like part of a wider trend I've noticed, but I think it's because there's this loss of friction in our technology that we have, where it's very easy to shoot anything on your phone, and I think that in some ways, we like to recreate the eccentricities of older media. I think that might be why he's interested in the VHS and stuff,” Ries said. For filmmakers like Lennon Spiezio, it isn’t always easy to go against modern technology when creating short films. Lennon Spiezio said he has concerns about Artificial Intelligence technologies and the effects they have on the art of filmmaking.

To create “The Haunted Woody Doll 4,” Lennon Spiezio used an iPhone 14 to shoot all his scenes, followed by edits through iMovie and Adobe Premiere Pro. Lennon Spiezio edited high-speed car chases using a green screen and created his own soundtrack for the film.

“AI is everywhere, and it's quite annoying, but also it can help a lot,” Lennon Spiezio said. “But as for filmmaking, it's a huge problem because it can create an entire script in a minute, and it's going to keep getting better and better. Then it can eventually make an entire movie.”

Gabriel Spiezio, Lennon Spiezio’s father, said some aspects of his son’s process took a more analog approach he had never experienced for himself. Lennon Spiezio types all of his scripts on a typewriter and Gabriel Spiezio copies them digitally to print them.

Ries said he has a “hard-line stance” on generative AI, and believes it does not have a place in filmmaking.

“I never once typed on a typewriter in my life.” Gabriel Spiezio said. “Like I said, he loves this old mechanical technology, and so he'll sit up there. At midnight or something is when he gets all his ideas, and we hear him pounding away in his room.” Gabriel Spiezio believes even though there are challenging aspects to the elements Lennon Spiezio wants to include in his process, Gabriel Spiezio has no problem supporting the artistic process. “We went to Canada this year,” Lennon Spiezio said. “We go there for fishing every month, and I bring my typewriter and I typed an entire movie script there.” Gabriel Spiezio also said along with creating his scripts on a typewriter, he takes it one step further to develop all of his movies onto VHS tapes, including

“I don't think it has any place in the arts, really,” Ries said. “I think art as a form of expression sort of relies on human input, human labor. So if you're making a movie, the process of making the movie is part of the art.” Lennon Spiezio said the art of filmmaking is important to building fundamental life skills. “I think it teaches you how to work with people,” Lennon Spiezio said. “How to tell people directions. It gives you life skills to understand how to work with people. It's fun to achieve an art.” As a fellow filmmaker, Ries said there is an opportunity to connect with others and understand a certain feeling or time period. “The reasons I think it's important today are the reasons I think it would be important yesterday and for the future,” Ries said. “But it's like any art form; it is a way to express the sort of feelings and the space and the mindset of communities in the world.”

Weekender Live music, Halloween LORELEI KOEBERER FOR THE POST Tuesday, Oct. 27 Commuter students can participate in pumpkin painting and a costume contest from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Commuter Lounge in Bromley Hall, located at 35 S. Congress St. Admission: Free The Ohio University School of Music instrumental ensembles are holding a live performance to showcase the University Band, Symphonic Band and the Wind Symphonies. The concert is from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Memorial Auditorium. Admission: Free Wednesday, Oct. 28 The Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts is hosting the annual Hallowpalooza concert from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Memorial Auditorium. Admission: Free The Office of Health and Promotion is hosting Spooky Sips and Safe Relationships for all students alongside THRiVE. The event is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Baker University Center Wellbeing Suite, located at 1 Park Place. Admission: Free Campus Recreation is celebrating fall with a pumpkin painting activity for all students from 6-8 p.m. at Ping Recreation Center. Admission: Free Thursday, Oct. 29 Students are invited to dress up in Halloween costumes and visit Ping for a Halloween-themed rock climbing event hosted by Campus Recreation. The event is held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission: Free There is a sound bath class at Ping from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in studio 219 hosted by THRiVE and Campus Recreation. The class is meant to provide students with stress relief, a sense of deep relaxation and mental clarity. Admission: Free with registration on DSE Friday, Oct. 30 The Athena Cinema, located at 20 S. Court St., is holding a special Horror

in Color feature, showing the critically acclaimed movie “Sinners.” The event features a special cocktail, as well as pre-show trivia hosted by Dr. Gordon Briggs and Brandon Thompson. The event begins at 7 p.m. Admission: Free, tickets required Blackout Booking and Athens Community Arts and Music Festival are holding their annual Halloween Cover-Up show, featuring five local bands covering their favorite 1980s music. The event is at The Union, located at 18 W. Union St. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with music beginning at 8 p.m. Admission: $11.44 for advance tickets Casa Nueva, located at 6 W. State St., is hosting an alternative folk show featuring artists Ah the World, Drawknife and The Peel. The show starts at 10 p.m. Admission: $8 for under 21, $6 for 21+ Saturday, Oct. 31 Passion Works Studio is hosting its annual Honey for the Heart Parade, starting at 5 p.m. Admission: Free Athens neighborhood trick-or-treating is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Admission: Free Casa Nueva is hosting a Say Gay Dance Night with DJ Mooseknuckle. The event starts at 10 p.m. Admission: $8 The annual Athens Uptown Halloween Block Party begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 12:30 a.m. Five performances are scheduled throughout the night starting at 5:45 p.m. Admission: Free Sunday, Nov. 1 The Kennedy Museum of Art, located at 100 Ridges Circle, features a student-curated, designed and installed collection of work titled “Material Matters.” The exhibition examines how materials convey cultural information. The museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: Free, but donations accepted

Top: Filmmaker Lennon Spiezio, 14, poses for a portrait in front of the Athena Cinema at 20 S. Court St. in Athens, Oct. 25, 2026. (ETHAN HERX | DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY) Bottom: Filmmaker Lennon Spiezio, 14, points to his shirt displaying the poster of his film in front of the Athena Cinema at 20 S. Court St. in Athens, Oct. 25, 2026. (ETHAN HERX | DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY)

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CASSIDY MCCLURG FOR THE POST A full moon in Taurus occurs on Oct. 26, which has us itching for our worldly wants and needs. A healthy dose of self-interest helps advance emotional fulfillment. Venus in retrograde reenters Libra, and combined with the full moon, this is a good time to tackle what you have been dealing with, since you will be coming back with a new perspective. Aries (March 21 - April 19) Romance is rocky for you this week. Avoid any conflict with your partner. If you are single, getting out more could help you meet the love of your life. Mars in Leo will help you there. Your intuition is strong this week, so if something has you struggling, you will know the right steps to take. Taurus (April 20 - May 20) The full moon in Taurus is boosting your communication skills, so use them before Wednesday. Mercury and Venus in retrograde have you swirling with ideas that now require your focus. You will enjoy brewing up new ideas and applying them – it could

Gemini (May 21 - June 20) The planets are aligning to pique your curiosity this week. Keep your eyes open to invitations, as they could lead to something new in romance or a shift in perspective. If you are feeling too busy, the moon in Gemini on Wednesday will put you into a social mood, but know your limitations for fun. Avoid those who wear scary masks. After being a “yes man” this week, you will have so much to think about. Cancer (June 21 - July 22) There is an emphasis on relationships this week. You will get news this week and not know what to do with it at first. It could be something you have been thinking about or simply an old friend reaching out. Do not be afraid to let go of what does not serve you. By the weekend, you will have something to smile about as you will have something definite to look forward to. Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22) Responsibility is a heavy load. Do not let anyone stretch you too thin, especially if it is your family. Mars in Leo will have

you moving on, but unfortunately doing things yourself. Luckily, Jupiter in Leo will have you focus on yourself and clear your head. Mars also strengthens connections, so perhaps reconnecting with someone is all you need. Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) Venus has your back this week, Virgo. Take advantage of the boldness and ability to express yourself in all areas of your life. Watch your spending habits closely and monitor how much work you are putting on your plate. Lean into curiosity this week to get out of any maze you might be stuck in. Everything is looking up for you, so have fun this week. Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) Change is needed this week, whether in your finances or your situation. Call up whoever makes you laugh the hardest and be honest and open about your emotions. You know what matters most, and you know it through your fears. If someone comes to you with an offer, do not rush into any decision before you are certain.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) Mercury in retrograde and the full moon in Taurus might bring up a disagreement this week. Perhaps this is something you have dealt with for a long time, but don’t worry, Scorpios are strong-willed. Changes in plans this week are influenced by a shift in perspective. Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) You will be in the mood to flee this week, but remember: nothing will be resolved if you run away. With Mars, you have the strength to tackle challenges directly. From your effort, a fresh start is on the horizon by the end of the week, and you will be much happier with how things are going. Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) You are tired of something, Capricorn. Do not worry, you are about to embark on a journey. You are detailed, so pay attention to your loved ones this week just as you do your work. Thanks to Neptune, this week is full of opportunities for you.

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Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) All your hard work will be rewarded, Aquarius. Your intuition is strong this week, so do not be surprised when you pick up on signals from others. Try not to let an argument break out, especially if you are with colleagues or a friend you are meant to travel with. Tell your colleague you have done your fair share and enjoy your holiday. Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20) Whatever is bothering you, a friend can help you bear the burden. Friends are there to support you, Pisces. Make plans with them. Venus in retrograde might remind you of a financial arrangement, so pay attention to your finances while planning a trip to relax with friends.

Cassidy McClurg is a junior studying journalism at Ohio University. Please note the opinions expressed in this column do not represent those of The Post. Want to talk to Cassidy about their column? Email cm303824@ ohio.edu

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Halloween/continued from pg 1 The Honey for the Heart Parade is hosted annually by Passion Works Studio, featuring puppets and costumes, all entirely handmade. The parade begins on North Court Street and walks to Union Street before finishing at 29 E. Carpenter St. The main stage for the evening block party is located at the end of North Court Street near Courtside Pizza and Hot Box Chicken. The lineup features Rylee Bapst Band, Hecktronix, Sub Zero, DJ Bloodrage and a Brick City Records 4 Act Showcase. For the family-friendly portion of Athens Halloween, organizations in the area come together to offer a free event with fun activities. Organized by the Athens Arts Parks and Recreation Department, this is the fifth year of family friendly activities at the Athens Block Party. Erin Helms, assistant director for the Athens Arts Parks and Recreation Department, works with the department to make the event happen. Helms said the goal of the family section of the block party is to have something for everyone before the later celebrations. “The thought behind having this was to offer the families and the area a chance to enjoy some of the festivities Uptown,” Helms said. “We wanted to have something that families with younger kids could come and just enjoy the day and share in all the

excitement of the weekend.” Throughout the day, various organizations come together and set up tables providing free activities and treats for those walking past. There are more than 20 different organizations featured this year. Some organizations present are the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery, Athens County Children Services, Rural Action and the Athena Cinema. Helms said the event is not possible without help from the organizations and emphasized the free aspect of the events. “We don’t want anyone coming to the event feeling like they need to bring money or anything to buy anything, so absolutely everything at our thing is free for the families,” Helms said. “We want it to just be a fun, stress-free event.” The parties draw in student organizations, alumni and more visiting the university for Halloween weekend. Austin Ewald, a sophomore studying finance, is celebrating with friends who are visiting for the holiday. Ewald said it is important to see the local businesses and organizations come together to offer things like the block party for the area. “I feel like it’s really important because, Athens as a community, I feel like everyone’s close within each other and all the businesses, they come together and they

have these networking events and small events,” Ewald said. “Even like that on Halloween, bringing holiday spirit within local businesses is very unique and I feel like some towns don’t do that enough.” For students celebrating the festivities, lots of planning goes into getting the full experience. After hours during Halloween weekend, various costumes fill Court Street. Sarah Keller, a sophomore studying strategic leadership and management, is excited to participate in the festivities as they provide a welcoming space to many from out of town. “I think a lot of people tend to come to Ohio University for Halloween to get together with friends and family,” Keller said. “I think it’s just a very welcoming college that people see and they see an in to come to college and have fun.” Ohio University will be taking security precautions for students in the dorms this weekend, as well as visitors. All students living in residence halls are required to wear a wristband. If electing not to wear one, students will be asked to show their OHIO student ID in the building upon every entry. There is a $50 guest fee for students welcoming guests from out of town. Beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, all exterior access apart from main entrances to halls will

Arachnid performs at the Athens Halloween Block Party in Athens, Ohio Oct. 28, 2023 (ETHAN HERX | PHOTO DIRECTOR) be inaccessible until Sunday at noon. Residence hall staffing will increase throughout the weekend, available through hall duty phones from Friday at 8 p.m. until Monday at 8 a.m. Throughout all the

celebrations, new and old, Halloween in Athens remains a holiday of spooky fun with something for everyone.

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Rolly Tours offers local, scenic trips in Athens EMERY SULLIVAN FOR THE POST

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The Rolly Tour Bus is a local excursion opportunity for Athens residents and people in surrounding areas to tour Appalachian Ohio. Rolly Tours also hosts other types of events such as bachelorette parties and rides to and from festivals, all on a renovated school bus. Daisy Carlson, the founder of Rolly Tours, bought the bus in November and opened it in April. Carlson said the bus holds up to 28 people. Carlson also owns and operates the Crafty Art Bus, a nonprofit organization she started two years ago. This school bus acts as a mobile arts and music studio for children. Carlson said it made her realize the importance of transportation in Southeastern Ohio. “I feel like so many people that go to OU or are affiliated with OU … they just don't even realize how beautiful Appalachian Ohio is,” Carlson said. “If I create this cool tour people will be able to see how beautiful it is here.” Carlson said Rolly Tours works with the Athens County Visitors Bureau, and the Bureau provides guidance on options for people to explore in Athens. “We bring all of our people that are on the bus to certain spots that are scenic and locally owned and create these little tours,” Carlson said. Rolly Tours partners with multiple businesses in Athens including Dutch Creek Winery, Pleasant Hill Vineyards, Athens

Ticket prices range from $45 to $65, and Carlson said guests always receive a complimentary item with their purchase. “For $55 they get to go to Hot Glass and they get a complimentary glass pumpkin that they make in house,” Carlson said. “Once we’re at the Pleasant Hill Winery, they get an exclusive setup just for us, and they get to get a whole entire appetizer bar for free.” Carlson said a typical tour consists of two or three stops in Athens. On the bus, Carlson said she acts as the DJ with her own playlist, hosts trivia games and guests can bring alcohol if they wish. “We try to make it so that everybody can afford it,” Carlson said. “Like something fun for date night or if they want something out.” David Clark started driving school buses for Alexander School District in Albany, Ohio, 10 years ago. He is also one of the drivers for Rolly Tours, a position he acquired after his friend showed him an advertisement for the position on Facebook. “The funny thing for me, being a school bus driver, I don't like a lot of noise, and I had to get out of that mindset because she played music the whole time," Clark said. “Once I got into that mindset, it was great. We jammed, I would tell her songs to play. The passengers all seemed to love the songs. It was a lot of fun.” Clark said the tour bus acts as a mobile cafe and enjoys inter-

acting with customers. Aaron Jones painted the bus’ exterior, and rode the bus to the Nelsonville Music Festival with friends. “It was very fun, it was a great environment, Daisy is a great host,” Jones said. “The decorations are beautiful. Lots of art and painted designs inside. Good atmosphere, It's very cheerful. Very clean.” The bus is fitted with custom tables made by a local woodworker and the entire interior is hand painted by Emma Molde. There are also various decorations throughout the bus like trinkets from local artists. “Inside of it, we decorated it really cool, so everyone feels comfortable,” Carlson said. “And it's kind of like being in a school bus. A lot of people took school buses to school, so it’s something comfortable and familiar.” Michelle Wasserman observed the Rolly Tour Bus in action as she was working for the Ohio Pawpaw Festival. “The university has been here for a long time, and it definitely brings people in that haven't visited the area before,” Wasserman said. “So it's a great way to show out of towners all of the cool resources that we have in Athens.” The Rolly Tour hosts a Glass Pumpkin and Wine Tour on Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and other tours related to Ohio University’s Dad’s Weekend Nov. 6 through Nov. 8. @EMERY_MARGARETSUE ES848425@OHIO.EDU

Top: The Rolly Tour Bus parked in Troy Township, Ohio, Oct. 23, 2026. (JOHN FOUSS | PHOTO EDITOR) Bottom: The Rolly Tour Bus parked in Troy Township, Ohio, Oct. 23, 2026. (JOHN FOUSS | PHOTO EDITOR)

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