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.

 

#75

Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Cheer: How to Spot Holiday Scams

As Ohioans open their hearts and wallets to support charitable causes this holiday season,... more

08 Dec 2025

30 MINS

30:08

08 Dec 2025


#74

Spend Smart, Gift Wisely: Your Guide to a Budget-Friendly Holiday Season

We're preparing you for a stress-free season with Ohio's Holiday Budgeting Guide f... more

06 Nov 2025

25 MINS

25:54

06 Nov 2025


#73

Reporting Your Ohio Unclaimed Funds

The new system for the Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds makes it easier for businesses to ... more

09 Oct 2025

24 MINS

24:53

09 Oct 2025


#72

Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Suicide Prevention for Ohio First Responders

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to break the silence, reduce stigma... more

26 Sep 2025

30 MINS

30:39

26 Sep 2025


#71

Answering the Call by Becoming an Ohio Volunteer Firefighter

Breaking down the new Ohio Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Portal and other efforts by t... more

12 Sep 2025

29 MINS

29:59

12 Sep 2025


#70

Building Safety: The Role of Ohio Building and Elevator Inspectors 

Your safety is our top priority! Discover how Ohio’s Building Code and Elevator Inspectors... more

18 Aug 2025

25 MINS

25:21

18 Aug 2025


#69

Back to School Budgeting and Ohio Sales Tax Holiday

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, we discuss the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday and how ... more

01 Aug 2025

28 MINS

28:11

01 Aug 2025


#68

Ohio Housing Finance Agency Homebuyer Program Updates

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, we discuss changes to the Ohio Housing Finance... more

16 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:08

16 Jul 2025


#67

How to Start a Bank in Ohio

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, we discuss bank regulations for starting a de ... more

01 Jul 2025

28 MINS

28:37

01 Jul 2025


#66

Protecting Our Seniors – Focus on Financial Exploitation for WEEAD

Last year $28 billion was stolen from individuals over the age of 60 in a variety of finan... more

13 Jun 2025

29 MINS

29:13

13 Jun 2025


#65

The Future of Ohio Liquor Permitting is Here

The Division of Liquor Control launched the Ohio Permit and Licensing System (OPAL) — a cu... more

06 Jun 2025

29 MINS

29:26

06 Jun 2025


#64

Careers in the Trades: Building a Better and Safer Ohio

In this episode of Protecting What Matters, we explore job opportunities within the constr... more

06 May 2025

26 MINS

26:51

06 May 2025


#63

Alcohol Regulation Awareness & Social Responsibility

It’s Alcohol Awareness Month. This podcast will highlight how the [Ohio Department of Comm... more

25 Apr 2025

28 MINS

28:14

25 Apr 2025


#62

New System for Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds

The Ohio Department of Commerce is excited to announce a new system for its Division of Un... more

20 Mar 2025

26 MINS

26:05

20 Mar 2025


#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