Podcasts about Consumers Energy

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #180 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-14:47: AIPAC & Haley StevensPat Johnston shares even more stories revealing how AIPAC is using loopholes to funnel campaign bribes, or "donations," towards the corporate-establishment Democratic Party's pick for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat: Haley Stevens. Pat also talks about how, when the working class is suffering in The Trump Economy and when this nation's national debt keeps rising, the United States keeps shoveling more money and arms to Israel's right-wing government. That might be a good question for Haley Stevens to answer.14:48-26:27: Mackinac Conference Sham; Mop-Up MIWhile corporations wine and dine Michigan's elite political class, working class Michiganders turned-in over 500k signatures to put the "Mop-Up Michigan" ballot initiative on the ballot. Mop-Up Michigan would end utilities, like DTE and Consumers Energy, from making campaign donations. Unlike the useless corporate Mackinac Policy Conference, working class Michiganders are taking power in their own hands by hoping to finally end DTE's and other corporations receiving preferential attention in Lansing. 26:28-34:38: Trump Hurts MI TourismIn the "Last Call, " Pat covers how the Trump Regime is hurting international tourism in the U.S., and especially for Michigan, which shares a border with Canada.34:39-36:47: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinNotes: "AIPAC has become a dirty word in Michigan's U.S. Senate race." By Todd Spangler of The Detroit Free Press "Over 562K signatures filed for proposal to ban campaign spending by utilities, state contractors." By Katherine Dailey of Michigan Advance "Opinion | Time to ban utilities' political spending, lower costs for Michiganders." By Democratic State Rep. Laurie Pohutsky and Christy McGillivray of Voters Not Politicians in Bridge Michigan "Nessel, Michigan Dems push Whitmer to confront Lansing's ‘quid pro quo' political culture." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Ohio data center tax break cost $1.4 billion more than expected in 2025." By Jake Zuckerman of Signal Ohio "Black Michiganders need answers in Michigan U.S. Senate primary | Opinion." By Michael Griffie in The Detroit Free Press "Pro-Israel PAC uses 'loophole' to quietly fund Stevens in Dem primary." By Grant Schwab & Melissa Nann-Burke of The Detroit News Photo of Grand Hotel courtesy: "Grand Hotel 2008" by Drdpw is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.#podcast #politics #progressive #Democrats #Michigan #MAGA #Republicans #HaleyStevens #AbdulElSayed #MackinacPolicy Conference #MopUpMichigan #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #MichiganSenateRace #Israel #AIPAC #War #IranWar #marginalizedAmericans #WorkingClass #CorporateDonations #DataCenters #tourism #Election2026 #Authoritarianism #Fascism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Working to make sure the power stays on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumers' Senior Vice President for Electric Distribution, Greg Salisbury, talks about the plan to create fewer outages and restore outages quickly plus effort to put more power lines underground.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2026 ~ Garrick Rochow, President & CEO of Consumers Energy, joins Chris and Lloyd live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trisha Bloemberger from Consumers Energy with details on the utility's plans to remove trees and limbs that could prove risky in future storms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumers Energy seeks to sell 13 dams statewide to private equity firm Wayne State's medical dean accused of creating toxic workplace 1 shot in carjacking in Orion Township Panera, Old Navy parking lot

The Steve Gruber Show | Fabricated Scandals & Falling Democrats: The Narrative Collapses --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:08 – Patrice Onwuka, Director of the Center for Economic Opportunity at the Independent Women's Forum. Onwuka discusses retirement insecurity facing many Americans and highlights a policy rule that could improve long-term financial stability. She explains how reforms could help individuals better prepare for retirement. 27:58 – Nick Hopwood, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Peak Wealth Management. Hopwood breaks down current market trends, recent drawdowns, and what history suggests about potential rebounds. He also covers Tax Day strategies, including Roth contributions, and discusses growing concerns about the federal deficit. Visit YouTube.com/peakwealthmgmt to catch all of his segments. 38:07 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:07 – Marc Beckman, Senior Advisor to the First Lady, author of Some Future Day, and producer of the film MELANIA. Beckman discusses the first conviction under Melania Trump's “Take It Down Act” and highlights her work supporting children and combating exploitation. He also addresses public perception and criticism of her initiatives. 57:18 – Mandy M. Gunasekara, author of Y'all Fired and former Chief of Staff at the EPA under President Trump. Gunasekara discusses global energy markets, including oil and gas concerns tied to the Strait of Hormuz. She explains how geopolitical tensions are influencing energy prices. 1:06:05 – Sen. Brad Overcash, North Carolina State Senator representing Gaston County. Overcash discusses a political dispute involving a mural controversy and criticism directed at Democrats. He outlines the broader cultural and political implications. 1:16:13 - Monologue 1:25:02 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses developments in the Eric Swalwell case and reacts to a message from an Artemis II astronaut emphasizing faith and purpose. The conversation also explores how technology, particularly cell phones, has impacted human connection. 1:35:02 – Dan Scripps, Chair of the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). Scripps discusses rising energy prices in Michigan and a new rate hike proposal from Consumers Energy. He explains the regulatory process and what it could mean for consumers. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The tenth episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/OLbwSDIhfuA

March 16, 2026 ~ Full Show: Kevin learns the latest on the Temple Israel incident. He checks in on the latest in Iran. Consumers Energy shares the latest on the power outages around Metro Detroit due to high winds. Former Governor Rick Snyder is this week's All Talk All Star. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 16, 2026 ~ Chris Fultz, Vice President of Low Voltage Distribution for Consumers Energy, joins Kevin as much of Metro Detroit is experiencing power outages due to high winds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trisha Bloembergen talked with us about Consumers Energy teaming up with Metro to continue providing cold weather resources for the community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Wheeler from Consumers Energy joined us to talk about how the utility has managed to lower natural gas prices and also how Consumers Energy crews are headed South to help out in potential severe storms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 13, 2026 ~ Garrick Rochow, CEO of Consumers Energy talks to Jeff Donofrio and Ryan Goldberg in for Paul W. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Wheeler from Consumers Energy joined us to share that Consumers Energy is investing $5 million to help customers and communities across Michigan through direct assistance, community partnerships and programs designed to help families manage energy costs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year, we try to feature a storm-related article in our annual T&D World Lineworker Supplement. The article, "Extreme Storms," pays tribute to the line crews who worked long hours on the line to restore power and rebuild infrastructure in the wake of severe storms in their service territories.  This audio story shines the spotlight on three major storms: a bomb cyclone in Washington, a historic ice storm in Michigan and tornadoes in Missouri and Illinois. Consumers Energy, Puget Sound Energy and Ameren Illinois and Missouri shared their best practices following these storms and how their line crews got the lights back on swiftly and safely.  If you're interested in more storm coverage, you can also listen to the recent two-part Line Life Podcast series on Hurricane Helene: One Year Later on Podbean. You can also email Amy Fischbach to share your story about your company's storm response in T&D World magazine.

Every year, we try to feature a storm-related article in our annual T&D World Lineworker Supplement. The article, "Extreme Storms," pays tribute to the line crews who worked long hours on the line to restore power and rebuild infrastructure in the wake of severe storms in their service territories.  This audio story shines the spotlight on three major storms: a bomb cyclone in Washington, a historic ice storm in Michigan and tornadoes in Missouri and Illinois. Consumers Energy, Puget Sound Energy and Ameren Illinois and Missouri shared their best practices following these storms and how their line crews got the lights back on swiftly and safely.  If you're interested in more storm coverage, you can also listen to the recent two-part Line Life Podcast series on Hurricane Helene: One Year Later on Podbean. You can also email Amy Fischbach to share your story about your company's storm response in T&D World magazine.

Trisha Bloembergen, West Michigan Media Relations Specialist with CMS Energy & Consumers Energy, talked with us about Consumers Energy's support of food banks statewide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Statler from the Air Zoo is joined in the studio by Trisha Bloembergen from Consumers Energy, the sponsor of the Winter Family Fun Days at the Air Zoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Holman speaks with Rejji Hayes, CFO, CMS Energy and Consumers Energy, from Media Row, at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

August 27, 2025 ~ Sean McBrearty, Michigan State Director of Clean Water Action, joins Kevin after members of the Michigan Board of State Canvassers approved petition language for an effort to ban political spending by utilities like Consumers Energy and DTE and large state contractors.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes David Conn, VP of Business Development and Policy at Exceleron, Baltimore, MD. Jeffrey had several questions for David in their conversation: With Michigan facing significant rate hikes, (from the likes of DTE and Consumers), how can prepaid utility programs help consumers, and businesses better manage rising energy costs? From a utility's perspective, how does a prepay model improve cash flow and reduce delinquency-related expenses? What have you seen in other markets that demonstrates the long-term business value of offering prepay options? How can prepaid programs drive business-customer engagement and satisfaction while also promoting energy efficiency? What barriers—technical, regulatory, or cultural—must utilities overcome to successfully implement prepay solutions? Exceleron, a platform that works with utilities to provide customers with a prepay program to stay ahead and lower their energy bill costs. Michigan consumers are facing significant increases in their energy bills as DTE Energy and Consumers Energy have proposed rate hikes. DTE Energy has requested a $574.1 million increase, and Consumers Energy is seeking a $436 million increase. Consumers are becoming concerned about how this will impact the affordability of utilities. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Big batteries are going in at Consumers Energy sites in Hampton and Oscoda townships. Close to 19 million fish have been stocked to rivers and lakes in Michigan this year. Federal scientists are testing a new method for keeping invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. For more, visit https://mrgreatlakes.com/

August 4, 2025 ~ Crain's Detroit Business Executive Editor Mickey Ciokajlo talks with Chris and Jamie about Greektown businesses facing hardship due to ongoing construction, Bedrock transitioning leadership, Amazon opening its first same-day delivery pharmacy in Michigan, Consumers Energy finalizing a deal for a large data center to increase the power load in the Lower Peninsula, and much more!

May 28, 2025 ~ Garrick Rochow, CEO of Consumers Energy, joins Lloyd, Jamie, and Kevin Dietz live at the Mackinac Conference to discuss the company's focus on improving reliability and resilience of its electric grid, and actively addressing workforce needs.

Whitmer And Granholm Continue to Push The Green Energy SCAM.Listen to this HOT Garbage commercial that Consumers Energy is putting out.Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Chris Holman welcomes Jeffrey Scott, Plant Manager Alpena Cement Plant at Holcim US, INC. Alpena, Michigan. Chris had several things he wanted to find out in the conversation: Welcome Jeff, remind the Michigan business community about Alpena Cement Plant at Holcim? How long have you served with the company, and what's changed over those years? So you recently won the 2024 Inaugural Manufacturing Sustainability Award Winner powered by Consumers Energy from MMA, the Michigan Manufacturers Association tell us about that? How is your company keeping up with and innovating manufacturing? How do you leverage the services of MMA during the year? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ About the Manufacturing Excellence Awards For more than a century, the manufacturing industry has propelled Michigan forward – through good times and in challenging times. In the 21st century, our legacy champions of industry and our next generation of innovators are collaborating to drive Michigan into a future that will continue to shape our collective fortunes, our state's economy, the communities we serve, our individual businesses, and our families' livelihoods. 2024 Winners John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year – Large Tier John Macchia, Jr. • Advance Turning and Manufacturing (Jackson) John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year – Small Tier Nathan Cox • Cox Machine LLC (Traverse City) Coolest Thing Made in Michigan Powered by Endeavor IT ACOG • Trijicon Inc. (Wixom) Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement Award Dan Dralle • D&JD Partners (Saginaw) Manufacturing Innovation Excellence GTF Technologies (Ada) Manufacturing Talent Champion Christine Sermak • Total Security Solutions (Fowlerville) Manufacturing Woman of the Year Jill Dralle • Nexteer Automotive (Saginaw) Manufacturing Community Impact Fullerton Tool Company (Saginaw) Export of the Year Biodapt® • Gantec, Inc. (Midland) Manufacturing Sustainability powered by Consumers Energy Holcim (Alpena) Manufacturing Emerging Leader Charles Washburn • Landscape Forms (Kalamazoo)

Chris Holman speaks with Rejji Hayes, CFO, CMS Energy and Consumers Energy, at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Alan Redding from Consumers Energy and Laura Ade from South Jersey Gas about the recent Gas Control Committee Meetings held during the 2024 AGA Operations Conference.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

The Bonerline returns (209-66-Boner), Jim Fouts beats the system, Drew Crime: Lie Detector, Tom Mazawey explains GVSU segregation, Gwyneth Paltrow terrorizes the slopes, Tekashi69 attack, LA Indie 103.1 and Jim Bentley gets neutered. March Madness may prevent us from recording on Sunday. Just sayin'. Did Tekashi69 pull a Jussie Smollett? His bodyguards want to fight the attackers for $10K. If you come across a urine-themed Tekashi69 video, please send it to Drew. Jim Bentley was recently neutered. Drew Crime 1: James Craig is the worst murderer possibly ever. He's been formally charged. The mistress in the has been named. Drew decides to remember the incredible murders of Charles Starkweather and Caril Ann Fugate. Drew learns of the 2005 show, Lie Detector. Tom Brady is posting cryptic messages on social media. An oral history of radio's last failed experiment: LA Indie 103.1. Some dude decided to trash Meg White on the internet and everybody piled on him for being dumb. Drew Crime 2: You've heard of the Dating Game Killer, but now there is a Family Feud Killer. Austin Lyle is the latest school shooter. He's dead. 4 Michigan students were in a bad accident in Cancun. A GoFundMe for them is set up right here. Local News: Roseville selects their parade Grand Marshall: Jason Carr from Jason Carr Drive! Warren Mayor Jim Fouts is ALLOWED to run for a 5th term despite voters limiting the terms to just 3. Geoffrey Fieger has had a stroke. The Crumbley parents WILL go to trial. GhostBudsters Farms brings you today's Bonerline! Call or text 209-66-Boner. South Park's latest episode is a good lesson on investing and business ownership. Sports: Jett Howard is going pro. Anthony Richardson is climbing the NFL draft boards. Tom Mazawey joins the show to predict the NFL Draft, Jalen Carter's legal issues, the non-stop NFL coverage at Woodward Sports, take a shot at the Dan Le Batard Show, eulogize Willis Reed, Grand Valley State University's segregated graduations and more. Case dismissed for Rick & Morty creator Justin Roiland. Too bad they already fired him. Canceled until proven innocent. Lyla eats more garbage during the show. A T. Rex deep dive for absolutely no reason. The CEO of TikTok testified in front of congress today. DTE Energy and Consumers Energy are really bad at providing energy. But what are you going to do? Seriously. Nothing. Deal with it. The Michigan House passed some gun storage legislation. Gwyneth Paltrow is a demon on the slopes and is being sued in civil court. Go Green! Visit Our Presenting Sponsor Hall Financial – Michigan's highest rated mortgage company If you'd like to help support the show… please consider subscribing to our YouTube Page, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew and Mike Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon). Or don't, whatever.