NBPOC Archives – The Buckeye Flame

HIRING: The Buckeye Flame seeks two Reporting Fellows to cover LGBTQ+ Ohioans of color

By Ken Schneck ● Community ● January 26, 2026

Pay for the six-month fellowship is $15,000 and applications are due by noon on February 13.

By Ken Schneck ● Podcasts ● August 20, 2025

Featuring: Jasmine Mithani (The 19th), Juan Michael Porter II (The Sero Project) and H.L. Comeriato (The Buckeye Flame)

By Jackson Hare ● Culture ● August 6, 2024

The art scene in Columbus has provided Jorge Teles with an environment to explore his creative passions and connect with other artists.

By Megan Becker ● Culture ● March 15, 2024

A pandemic hobby brings Thomas Craley joy, community and a richer understanding of his Latino heritage.

By Kenyon Farrow ● Politics ● March 11, 2024

Matthew Ahn is tapping into communities’ frustration with the office’s failure to get at the root causes of violence and crimes of poverty.

By Ken Schneck ● Culture ● August 14, 2023

The inspiring and iconic performer will be making an October stop in Ohio to celebrate 40(!) years as a comedian.

‘It’s important to also acknowledge the medical mistrust within these communities that our history has set up.’

By Ken Schneck ● Culture ● March 21, 2023

EGGHEAD & TWINKIE takes audiences on a delightful and unforgettable road trip adventure exploring sexuality, racial identity and friendship.

By Rebecca Vontroba ● NBPOC ● January 17, 2023

Helen Yee’s journey from a cloistered Chinese childhood into mainstream 1960s midwestern America is an experience to behold.

By The Buckeye Flame ● BIPOC ● January 9, 2023

Three weeks have passed since the Columbus Civilian Police Review Board recommended removing Gambit Aragon. He has some things to say.