Protecting What Matters: A Podcast by the Ohio Department of Commerce podcast

Protecting What Matters: A Podcast by the Ohio Department of Commerce

The Ohio Department of Commerce is the state’s chief regulatory agency with a specific focus on consumer protection. We issue more than 600,000 licenses, permits, registrations, and certifications each year in various professions, industries, and commercial enterprises. We have a vital role in keeping people, property, and assets safe. From real estate to fireworks, banks to construction, and more, this podcast is a resource for businesses, families, and individuals that want to protect what matters most in their life.

The Ohio Department of Commerce is the state’s chief regulatory agency with a specific focus on consumer protection. We issue more than 600,000 licenses, permits, registrations, and certifications each year in various professions, industries, and commercial enterprises. We have a vital role in keeping people, property, and assets safe. From real estate to fireworks, banks to construction, and more, this podcast is a resource for businesses, families, and individuals that want to protect what matters most in their life.

 

#61

Protecting Ohio: Hottest Scams of 2025 & Essential Strategies to Combat Fraud

As technology rapidly advances, so do the tactics of scammers using social media and AI, m... more

26 Feb 2025

26 MINS

26:24

26 Feb 2025


#60

The Dangers of Unsolicited Messages

This podcast highlights how unknown individuals are targeting Ohio consumers via unsolicit... more

18 Feb 2025

27 MINS

27:15

18 Feb 2025


#59

Burn Awareness: Protecting Your Loved Ones Starts Where You Live

In this important and timely episode, we discuss the topic of burn prevention and fire saf... more

03 Feb 2025

29 MINS

29:00

03 Feb 2025


#58

Ohio’s Homebuyer Representation Laws

Are you looking to buy a new home? But more importantly, have you heard about the recent c... more

07 Jan 2025

22 MINS

22:53

07 Jan 2025


#57

Social Responsibility and Dry January

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, Ohio Liquor talks about the concept of Dry Jan... more

27 Dec 2024

23 MINS

23:14

27 Dec 2024


#56

Deck the Halls, Don’t Wreck the Halls: Stay Fire Safe This Holiday Season

The Christmas holiday is a time for celebration and joy, but it’s also a time with increas... more

02 Dec 2024

29 MINS

29:46

02 Dec 2024


#55

Holiday Budgeting: Enjoy the Season Without Breaking the Bank

In this must-listen episode of Protecting What Matters, we discuss all of the great resour... more

22 Nov 2024

25 MINS

25:10

22 Nov 2024


#54

Understanding the Ohio Manufacturing and Construction Mentorship Program

In this discussion, we'll educate the audience so they better understand the opportunities... more

25 Oct 2024

25 MINS

25:50

25 Oct 2024


#53

The Essential Things to Know About Living in an Ohio Manufactured Home Community

In this discussion, we're educating Ohioans to better understand safety regulations in Ohi... more

04 Oct 2024

25 MINS

25:42

04 Oct 2024


#52

Have You Ever Wondered How Local Elections Can Impact Your Community?

Join us for an informative episode of Protecting What Matters, where Division of Liquor Co... more

16 Sep 2024

28 MINS

28:49

16 Sep 2024


#51

Ohio Make Me a Firefighter Campaign and the Ohio Fire Marshal Festival

Join us as we explore the innovative "Make Me a Firefighter" campaign aimed at boosting re... more

22 Aug 2024

20 MINS

20:53

22 Aug 2024


#50

What You Need to Know Before Investing in Crypto

In this episode of Protecting What Matters,  experts from our Division of Securities Enfor... more

25 Jul 2024

26 MINS

26:58

25 Jul 2024


#49

The Heart of Prosperity: Visit the Commerce House at the Ohio State Fair

Join us as we celebrate year three for Protecting What Matters. We’re talking about all th... more

02 Jul 2024

25 MINS

25:34

02 Jul 2024


#48

Breaking Down the 2024 Ohio Building Codes

In this episode, we discuss Ohio's new Building Standards codes for the Mechanical and Plu... more

12 Jun 2024

28 MINS

28:03

12 Jun 2024


#47

Navigating Affordable Housing Resources for Ohio Consumers & Real Estate Agents

Join us in this educating episode as we delve into an important partnership between the Oh... more

30 May 2024

24 MINS

24:54

30 May 2024


#46

Season of DORAs: Exploring an Exception to Ohio's Open Container Law

Exploring Ohio's DORA -  we invite listeners to into the world of Designated Outdoor Refre... more

16 May 2024

29 MINS

29:02

16 May 2024


#45

Navigating Mortgages and Real Estate Professionals in the Homebuying Process

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, we’re helpingOhioans navigate the complex proc... more

03 May 2024

26 MINS

26:39

03 May 2024


#44

Spring Into Safety: Ohio State Fire Marshal's Essential Guide to a Fire-Free Home This Season

In the spirit of spring, a season synonymous with renewal and tidying up, the Ohio Departm... more

11 Apr 2024

26 MINS

26:42

11 Apr 2024


#43

Ohioans, Protect Your Money: Financial Fraud & Identify Theft by the Numbers

Financial fraud and identity theft continues to be a pressing issue for consumers across t... more

18 Mar 2024

25 MINS

25:35

18 Mar 2024


#42

Consumer Protection for Ohioans: How We Can Help You Prevent Fraud and Secure Your Life

The Ohio Department of Commerce produced this episode for National Consumer Protection Wee... more

29 Feb 2024

24 MINS

24:21

29 Feb 2024


#41

Missing Money: Frequently Asked Questions About Unclaimed Funds in Ohio

Ohio’s Division of Unclaimed Funds Claims Examiner, Supervisor Anitra Davis, answers frequ... more

15 Feb 2024

20 MINS

20:25

15 Feb 2024