Podcasts about kalamazoo

The YMCA Of Greater Kalamazoo is celebrating it's 160th anniversary in the community in 2026 and Vicky Kettner from the "Y" joined us to talk about several new programs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Psalm 92:14-15; Luke 1:39-45, 59-79; 2:25-32, 36-38 Text: Psalm 92:14-15; Luke 1:39-45, 59-79; 2:25-32, 36-38

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Micah 3:1-12 Text: Micah 3:1-12

A closer look at Kalamazoo's newest mural festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the Scott Jennings Show: Scott is LIVE from Kalamazoo, Michigan today as the Revolution of Common Sense book tour rolls through the state — and the show opens with major breaking news, sharp commentary, and two heavyweight guests: Sen. John Cornyn and AAG Harmeet Dhillon.Stream it now, live on X, YouTube & Facebook. Follow @ScottJenningsKYScottJenningsShow.com Common Sense for the AMERICAN PEOPLE.Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lexie Schroeder Kobb, Assistant Director of Museum Program Services at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum talks about winter break programming;See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo with highlight events for the Holiday season in Kalamazoo this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally uploaded August 29th. Chris Holman welcomes Michelle Carley, CEO & Founder Big E-Z Bookkeeping, Livonia, MI. "Can you share the journey from your initial work in a factory to developing your own bookkeeping system? What pivotal moments led you to create a DIY accounting solution?" "Throughout your decades of experience, what are some of the most common financial management challenges that you've seen small businesses face, and how does your software address these specifically?" "With many small business owners lacking formal accounting training, how does your software simplify the bookkeeping process to make financial management more accessible?" "Tell me about your monthly Zoom guidance sessions. How do these interactions enhance the user experience and success with the software?" "Could you discuss some of the common mistakes you've seen in bookkeeping and how your system helps prevent these errors?" "In an era where collaboration and cost-efficiency are more important than ever for small businesses, how does your Google Sheets-based system facilitate these needs?" » 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/ Michelle adds; Visit our website at bigez.com She's a guest the MBN team met at the SBAM Summit and Kalamazoo event. Big E-Z - Accounting Software Systems for Small Businesses, Nonprofits, Join our Free Ask the Expert - DIY Accounting Software webinar - the third Wednesday of each month at 2:30 p.m. EST. Streamline Your Bookkeeping–it's E-Z! Join us on a journey that helps you mas bigez.com To learn more about our software sign up for a free 14-day trial with custom set-up or get our forever-free invoicing tool. Let's get your business finances on track together!

Originally uploaded April 25th, reloaded October 16th. Chris Holman welcomes Lisa Frohnapfel, President & CEO, Better Business Bureau of Michigan, Kalamazoo or Grand Rapids, MI What does this merger mean for BBB? Are there changes for businesses? Are there changes for consumers? Why is this merger important? Why should businesses and consumers care? What does this merger mean for the BBB's educational foundation? » 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/ Here are a few key facts to know about the merger and the new BBB of Michigan: With this merger, BBB of Michigan is now one of the largest bureaus out of the nearly 100 offices across North America. BBB of Michigan will retain staff members from both offices and has reorganized departments and positions to improve efficiencies and customer service. Lisa Frohnapfel, who took the reins of BBB Serving Western Michigan in 2021, now expands her leadership role to cover the entire combined service area as the President and CEO of the newly formed BBB of Michigan. BBB of Michigan will continue operations at both of its offices, located in Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids. The merger will help amplify the organization's overall community impact and provide more convenient access to BBB services and resources, including Accredited Business benefits, consumer education initiatives, scholarships, special events and more. The Better Business Bureau® (BBB) is proud to announce an important milestone for businesses and consumers across the state. BBB of Detroit and Eastern Michigan and BBB of Western Michigan have merged to become the Better Business Bureau® of Michigan, impacting thousands of Michigan businesses and approximately 10 million Michigan consumers. With this merger, BBB of Michigan is now one of the largest bureaus in North America. This strategic unification will allow BBB to provide enhanced programs, expanded resources, and a stronger network of support for businesses and consumers throughout the state. By combining forces, BBB of Michigan will streamline operations, increase accessibility, and continue its mission of fostering marketplace trust and integrity. The merger will also allow the BBB Educational Foundation to expand programs and educate more businesses and consumers. Lisa Frohnapfel, who took the reins of BBB Serving Western Michigan in 2021, now expands her leadership role to cover the entire combined service area as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the newly formed BBB of Michigan. “Our goal is to provide a more efficient and effective BBB experience for all of Michigan,” says Lisa Frohnapfel, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Better Business Bureau of Michigan. “By uniting our efforts, we will be better positioned to support businesses, educate consumers, and promote trust throughout the state.” What This Means for Michigan Greater Statewide Support – Businesses and consumers will have access to a unified BBB, ensuring more seamless assistance across Michigan. Expanded Programs & Services – BBB will continue to offer accreditation, dispute resolution, scam tracking, and business and consumer education while enhancing its reach. Stronger Marketplace Trust – The merger reinforces BBB's commitment to ethical business practices, consumer protection, and community engagement. BBB of Michigan will continue operations at both of its offices, located in Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids. As this transition unfolds, Michigan businesses and consumers will continue to receive the same trusted services with additional benefits and resources. Visit BBB.org/mi to discover what the new BBB of Michigan can do for you.

Mike Hartwigsen, Executive Director of "Jesus Loves Kalamazoo" will details on the organization's "Christmas for Kids" event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God's Kitchen of Michigan Chairman Pastor, William Stein joined us with details on the free Christmas dinners in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

Rev. Carl Bosma - Scripture: Psalm 72 Text: Psalm 72

Pastor David Kerkstra - Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24 Text: Galatians 1:11-24

One of the reasons the word "Kalamazoo" shows up in so many lyrics is because it's just a fun word to say. Rapper Jamall Bufford writes a freestyle around "Kalamazoo" and talks about creative writing in music. More music from Jamall Bufford, a.k.a. Buff1 GUEST: Jamall Bufford, rapper and lyricist Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here: Online Submission Form Call us: 734-764-7840 Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi there, Today I am delighted to be arts calling humorist, poet, and essayist Kurt Luchs! (kurtluchs.com) About our guest: Kurt Luchs was born in Cheektowaga, New York, grew up in Wheaton, Illinois, and has lived and worked all over the United States, mostly in publishing and media. Currently he's based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. His first poetry publication came at age sixteen in the long-gone journal Epos, right next to a poem by Bukowski. He has also written comedy for television (Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher and the Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn) and radio (American Comedy Network), as well as contributing humor to the New Yorker, the Onion and McSweeney's Internet Tendency, among others. He is author of the poetry collections Death Row Row Row Your Boat (Sagging Meniscus, 2024), Falling in the Direction of Up (SM, 2021), and the humor collection It's Funny Until Someone Loses an Eye (Then It's Really Funny) (SM, 2017). His poetry chapbooks include One of These Things Is Not Like the Other (Finishing Line Press 2019), and The Sound of One Hand Slapping (SurVision Press 2022). He won a 2022 Pushcart Prize, a 2021 James Tate Poetry Prize, the 2021 Eyelands Book Award for Short Stories, and the 2019 Atlanta Review International Poetry Contest. He is a Contributing Editor of Exacting Clam. About TRIBUTARIES, now available from Sagging Meniscus Press! https://www.saggingmeniscus.com/catalog/tributaries In Tributaries, Kurt Luchs chooses twenty poems that hold vital meaning for him as a reader and writer—many, but not all, recognized as classics—and pays twofold tribute to them. First, he explores each poem with a deep-diving personal essay on how the poet works their magic upon us. Then he gives a tribute poem of his own, in response to, or inspired by, the poem under discussion. The result is a uniquely well-rounded, multidimensional way of honoring great poems, unlocking more of their treasures for both first-time and long-time lovers of poetry. Poets featured are Wallace Stevens, Robinson Jeffers, David Ignatow, Philip Larkin, D. H. Lawrence, Etheridge Knight, Wislawa Szymborska, Lucille Clifton, Gabriela Mistral, H. D., Jorge Luis Borges, Federico Garcia Lorca, Mary Oliver, Lewis Carroll, Kenneth Koch, Homer, Louise Glück, Robert Bly, Charles Simic and James Tate. Thanks for this amazing conversation, Kurt! All the best! -- Arts Calling is produced by Jaime Alejandro. HOW TO SUPPORT ARTS CALLING: PLEASE CONSIDER LEAVING A REVIEW, OR SHARING THIS EPISODE WITH A FRIEND! YOUR SUPPORT TRULY MAKES A DIFFERENCE. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Much love, j artscalling.com

McKenna Dole from Discover Kalamazoo gave us an update of Art Hop, Saturday events in Schoolcraft and a couple of art and craft sales coming up this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Koenig, Kalamazoo Valley Museum Interpretations Assistant Manager, previews Art Hop events at the Museum, Anna Whitten Hall and the Center for New Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Straßen von Kalamazoo sind dunkel in dieser Februarnacht, als Jason Dalton immer wieder neue Ziele in seine Uber‑App tippt. Fahrgäste steigen ein, reden über Belangloses, steigen wieder aus. Nichts an ihrem Fahrer wirkt auffällig. Während Polizeisirenen in der Ferne aufheulen, rollt sein schwarzes Auto weiter durch die Dunkelheit. Niemand, der jetzt auf der Rückbank sitzt, ahnt, dass Kalamazoo in dieser Nacht zum Jagdgebiet eines Mannes wird, den alle für harmlos gehalten haben. Inhalt:00:00 Intro00:53 Der neue Nebenjob04:27 Die erste Fahrt des Tages08:39 Schüsse11:53 Der Uber-Killer17:33 Das Warum***Entdecke jetzt meine Rätselkerzen und löse den Fall:CRIME CANDLES: https://shop.katiwinter.de/crime-candleMehr von Kati: https://linktr.ee/katiwinter_______________________________________Quellen: https://pastebin.com/SMtFbNEi**Solltest du für deinen Podcast oder einen Beitrag meine Recherche als Quelle nutzen, freue ich mich über Credits.**

Mike Weis has been on the show before, discussing Kalamazoo area Wild Ones and his passion for native plants. This time we had Mike on to talk about fall lawn care and how your landscaping can also be a positive contribution for bugs, birds, and bees. www.dropseedgardens.comFollow Wild Ones Kalamazoo events on Facebook.The science behind "Leave the Leafs": https://youtu.be/TPlIDy9u7bo?si=xsb_5Jh8pb3zgxCgArticle on Leave the Leafs: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0048969725004565?via%3Dihub

Kristen Chesak, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, previews the December Art Hop and a big schedule of entertainment ahead this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Sheriff talks about the warming centers around Kalamazoo during this cold snap, cold weather issues for drivers, the dangers of carbon monoxide at this time of year and Police Academy graduates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this festive episode 129 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with sister duo Anya and Irina Kagan - game designers and the founders of Gifts Galore - about their Hanukkah-themed party game, Gelt Galore.   They talk about how magical childhood traditions inspired them as adults to bring new energy to holiday gatherings and how a simple homemade game — originally crafted from post-its, stickers, and family trivia — turned into a full-fledged board game.   We discuss several unique design challenges including how to compile authentic and accurate historical info for trivia questions and how to strike the right balance between questions that are easy/fun and questions that are deep or educational.  The sisters also share how they designed Gelt Galore to be accessible and inclusive by using pictures along with colors (considering colorblind accessibility), designing mechanics that work for players of all ages and mobility capabilities, the “bribes” that help them attract playtesters (like candy or pizza), the inviting game design community in Kalamazoo, Michigan, stories of little-known Hanukkah heroines, and the age-old debate of the superior latke topping. Is it sour cream or applesauce? You decide!   Featuring:  Anya and Irina Kagan - Guests Danielle Reynolds - Host  

Tom Evans, Principal Conductor of the Kalamazoo Concert Band, talked with us about the free Christmas Concert at Miller Auditorium, featuring The Kruger Brothers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo details highlights from the meeting including issues of utility rates and a controversial rezoning issue on Stadium Drive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathy Atkinson, Communications Director with Kalamazoo Stake, shared details of the free Christmas concert program Sunday 12/7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlighting some of the holiday entertainment over the next several weeks at the Tibbits Opera House.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's almost Christmas, and the song "Joy to the World" is playing everywhere! But did you know that its author, Isaac Watts, never meant it as a Christmas song? And did you know that he faced some opposition when he proposed that Christians can sing more than just the biblical Psalms? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Grace, Isaac, and Sean talk with our expert, Rev. Jonathan Landry Cruse, pastor of Community Presbyterian Church in Kalamazoo, MI, and author of many books. Thanks to the generosity of our friends at 10ofThose Publishing, we are pleased to offer our listeners a copy of Jonathan Cruse's book, Sing in Exultation: A Christmas Devotional Exploring Our Favorite Carols. Enter here to win.    Show Notes: Several past episodes of Kids Talk Church History were mentioned today. Check out our website to listen to some of them: https://alliancenet.org/broadcasts/ktch/ More Jonathan Cruse books: https://reformedresources.org/authors/jonathan-cruse/

Bradley Romstadt, owner of "The Zoo Scoop" talks about his new business and a special ribbon cutting event to officially open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

There are dozens of songs that are titled "Kalamazoo" and more still that mention the southwest Michigan city. It's been that way since the early days of music recording, and "Kalamazoo" continues to find its way into songs. Why, though? We dig into this question, with a multipronged answer that takes us through an American musical legacy. Here's a brief playlist of songs that mention "Kalamazoo" Here's a brief playlist of famous uses of Gibson guitars GUEST: Paul Russell, musician (who wrote a song called "Kalamazoo") GUEST: John Thomas, law professor, historian, and author of Kalamazoo Gals Want to submit a question to On Hand? Have a story about Kalamazoo's musical legacy? Do it here: Online Submission Form Call us: 734-764-7840 Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21 Text: Psalm 145:1-21

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

In this episode, I explore the history of Dutch emigration to Kalamazoo and Holland, and the history behind the movement in the 1800's.For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:https://MichaelDelaware.com

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Micah 2:1-13 Text: Micah 2:1-13

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Psalm 13 Text: Psalm 13

squarepegs is a member of the brain trust behind MRGE The Michigan Retro Game Expo. MRGE will be taking place in Kalamazoo, Michigan on August 29, 2026. 35,000 square feet of tournaments (which C3 will be hosting), vendors, cosplay, freeplay, and so much more. squarepegs wanted to sing the praises of some under-appreciated games while he was here on the podcast with us: RIsing Zan: The Samura Gunman, Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure (a game SP personally worked on), and Zack & Wiki: Quest for Barbaros' Treasure.You can find all of his links at channel3.gg/squarepegs and you can find the MRGE page at mrgexpo.com and be sure to hit up their Black Friday sale between November 27, 2025 and December 1, 2025. Hear all the details on this episode.You can also follow along as MRGE develops at c3.gg/mrgeOur hosts' links can be found at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel3.gg/rey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel3.gg/dan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The show is Executive Produced by Channel 3 Founder Joel Willis who can be found at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel3.gg/joel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our theme song is provided by Castor Garden. Find all of their tracks on Bandcamp by simply going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠c3.gg/castorgardenmusic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or find all of their links at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠channnel3.gg/castorgarden⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Channel3.gg: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠channel3.gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is social networking built from the ground up for gamers. Sure you can do all the stuff like on the old social medias like post pictures, videos, comments and the like. Channel 3 is so much more than that though. It takes the social media experience and game-ifies it. Made a great post that someone likes (1-ups) or respawns? You earn XP experience points that level you up. New levels mean chances to win tickets for physical prizes, earn digital flair for your profile, and more. Additionally there are weekly events hosted by Channel 3 that let the community unwind and kick back with a little friendly competition. Sure, you want to win but it's more about hanging out and the vibes. These events are hosted on C3's Twitch Channel and also earn XP for participants. XP can also be earned for completing quests-questions related to games and being a gamer, challenges where you go forth and complete a task in a game, rating & reviewing games and systems, creating specifically themed lists of games and more. You can find Channel 3 in both the Android and Apple App Stores or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠c3.gg/app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Micah 1:1-9; John 1:14-18 Text: Micah 1:1-9; John 1:14-18

Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Psalm 131 Text: Psalm 131

Signs of Life - Medium Insights with Host Roman Karpishka Guest: #FFFCertifiedMedium Dusten Lyvers Dusten Lyvers, “The Fabulous Medium” is a professional Psychic Medium and Energy Worker in Kalamazoo, MI. Dusten is the Lead Psychic Medium with Michiana Paranormal Investigations, a Scientifically Certified Medium with the Forever Family Foundation, and he has Studied at The Arthur Findlay College for Psychic Science and Mediumship. Dusten is also a Ph.D student in Counselor Education & Supervision, a Comparative Religion Scholar, and a Ballroom Dance Performer for “Dancing with the Stars.” Bringing You Evidence of An Afterlife Since 2004 Forever Family Foundation is a global 100%volunteer non-profit, non-sectarian organization that supports the premise that life does not end with physical death, furthers the understanding of Afterlife Science and survival of consciousness, and offers support to the bereaved. Among the active members of the organization and the executive board are scientists, researchers, medical doctors, philosophers and educators who have devoted substantial parts of their careers to the investigation of the survival hypothesis - an existence beyond this physical world.

On this episode, we're being joined by the General Manager of ice hockey's Kalamazoo Wings, Toni Will. Will, a Kalamazoo native shares her insight from being brought into the fold as an outsider to how she leads the charge for an entire community. Learn more about the Kalamazoo Wings, at https://kwings.com/

On this week's Talking Michigan Transportation podcast, conversations about celebrations of major road and bridge projects completed by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) in communities across the state.This week, a focus on the expansion of the U.S. 131 interchange with the U.S. 131 Business Route that links the freeway with downtown Kalamazoo. Jill Bland, executive vice president at Southwest Michigan First, talks about her decades of advocacy for the project and what it will mean to businesses her organization supports, as well as commuters.Later, Trevor Block, manager of  MDOT's Transportation Service Center (TSC) in Davison, talks about a celebration of another phase of rebuilding a segment of the I-475 corridor in Flint. This phase rebuilt approximately three miles of I-475 from the Flint River to Carpenter Road as part of a $141 million investment.Next week, the focus on project completions with conversations about a new bridge carrying Fruit Ridge Avenue over I-96 west of Grand Rapids and a roundabout replacing the traditional intersection of M-72 and M-22 just outside Traverse City.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

John Thomas: The Kalamazoo Gals' Almost Forgotten StoryThis is an historic episode of Herizon Music. For the first time since launching in 2019, I am interviewing a MAN on the podcast. And I cannot think of any other man I would rather have than today's guest.We met at an “off” SXSW event hosted by Texchromosome in 2022. He held a World War II era acoustic Gibson guitar and was talking about his new book Kalamazoo Gals. Come to find out, he has unearthed an incredible almost-forgotten history about the women who stepped in and crafted Gibson guitars while the men in their lives were at war. These guitars are considered some of the finest ever made by Gibson.It was a five-year journey of research, conversations, and travel. The story is so remarkable, it's become a documentary that won Best Short Documentary awards at the Poppy Jasper International Film Festival and Red Dirt Film Festival. And there are more festivals screening the film in 2025.He's an author, a musician, an attorney, a law professor, an avid cyclist, and a champion of women in music.Meet John Thomas! (Documentary trailer below)In This Episode* How John Thomas stumbled upon the photo that revealed Gibson's female workforce during WWII.* The scientific proof that these “Banner” wartime guitars were the finest craftsmanship that Gibson has produced and why.* The stories of three surviving Gibson workers whom John interviewed for the book and new documentary.* How Gibson's reaction to the book has evolved over the years (a rollercoaster ride).Plus, John's answers to the Shakedown Questions!This episode was recorded in April 2025.Disclaimer: Opinions of Herizon Music show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors.Herizon Music is produced by Thea Wood Productions, LLC, an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.Guest LinksIf you don't see these links (or embedded videos!) on your podcast platform, get the full experience at HerizonMusic.com.Buy John Thomas's Kalamazoo Gals here on Amazon.Kalamazoo Gals Website & Social LinksDocumentary TrailerCreditsGuest: John ThomasHost: Thea WoodListen to other episodes of Herizon Music: The Podcast.Support This PodcastThere are 3 ways you can support women in music and Herizon Music: The Podcast:* Opt into a paid subscription. Upgrade here.* Sponsor a podcast episode! You or your business can reach our dreamers, rule breakers and rockstars in the most positive way possible! It's super affordable to sponsor this evergreen content that includes a midroll after The Shakedown questions and logo/link in the Show Notes. Email me for a rate card.* Sponsor an issue (or two or three!) of the Herizon Music Newsletter. It costs time and money to publish the exposés, news, and interviews that over a thousand subscribers and 3,000 social media followers read. Email me for a rate card for this and other marketing opportunities.If you'd like to reproduce this podcast or a portion of the podcast or associated content, you must obtain prior approval in writing from Thea Wood Productions, LLC. Email herizonmusic@substack.com. Get full access to Herizon Music: Newsletter & Podcast at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

Welcome to the audio podcast of Valley Family Church located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We pray you'll be encouraged as you listen to this podcast. For more information on Valley Family Church, visit valleyfamilychurch.org.

Daily Show correspondent Jordan Klepper joins Ophira Eisenberg to talk about raising his two-and-a-half-year-old son, Witt, while juggling a career built on improv, political satire, and late-night comedy. Klepper recalls misjudging the mattress size for his son's bunk bed—leaving a four-inch gap that could double as future deposition material—and justifying his “safety plan” with a beanbag chair under the danger zone. He rails against the whiplash speed of kids' TV, admitting Bluey gets a pass while Gabby's Dollhouse and Cocomelon make him wince, then describes how YouTube ballet performances and Singin' in the Rain became his family's slower-paced alternative. Klepper revisits his Kalamazoo math-nerd roots, including the actuarial scientist who tried to sell him on predicting death for insurance companies, before he pivoted to improv and eventually landed at The Daily Show. Now, he applies his correspondent's interrogative style to parenting—only to be told by his wife to stop cross-examining their toddler at the dinner table. From Amazon-era instant gratification to his son's invented sneakers-with-springs-and-wheels, Klepper balances surreal political interviews with the even trickier task of convincing Witt to wear a jacket. The episode ends with a new father–son bit: shouting “Dan!” back and forth, lifted from an Alan Partridge sketch that Witt now proudly recycles as their private running gag.