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How do you translate the memory of a landscape into a rich, tactile painting? And how do you sustain a meaningful studio practice when life and work get demanding? In this episode of the Create! Podcast, Kat sits down with Lansing, Michigan-based visual artist and educator Laurén Gerig. Laurén shares her thoughts on place attachment, building expressive paint surfaces, and using poetry to set the stage for intuitive studio sessions. We also dive into the realities of balancing a demanding day job in academia with an active exhibition schedule, and how small micro-moments in the studio can help you overcome creative fatigue and keep momentum alive. In this episode, we talk about: Capturing the psychological bonds we create with landscapes and nature The tactile joy of thick mark-making, paint accumulation, and surface texture Using poetry as a studio ritual to transition into making work Navigating life as both a practicing artist and a university gallery director Making room for low-pressure, small-scale work like 20-minute charcoal drawings How running and stepping away from the easel can serve as the ultimate creative reset Connect with Laurén Gerig: Website: www.laurengerigart.com Instagram: @laurengerigart Stay connected with Create! Magazine: Subscribe to the Create! Substack for more artist stories and reflections: www.createmagazine.substack.com Submit your work for an upcoming issue of Create! Magazine: www.createmagazine.co/call-for-art

In this message, Noel examines Psalm 72 to explore what it means to lead with godly influence, integrity, and power. Drawing from King Solomon's prayer for righteous leadership, he highlights how true authority should serve as a refreshing, life-giving force that protects the vulnerable and reflects God's justice. Noel ultimately reminds listeners that while human leaders inevitably fall short, Jesus is the perfect King who fulfills every standard of righteousness and grace.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

The Democrat running for state auditor shares his thoughts on how transparent private school budgets should be. Some 8th graders will be allowed to play varsity sports this school year. And how is the eastern Iowa community of Lansing doing as its iconic steel bridge is closed?

What if better health did not require chasing trends or completely rebuilding your life? Dr. Bob McCauley believes lasting wellness begins when a handful of beneficial choices become everyday habits.Dr. Bob is a naturopathic doctor, certified nutritional consultant, certified master herbalist, author, and founder of Watershed Wellness Center in Lansing, Michigan. In this conversation with Rich Bennett, he shares the personal journey that led him from competitive running and international travel to nearly 35 years of natural health education.Listeners will discover: Why Dr. Bob believes hydration should be a daily priority  How chlorella, spirulina, sprouts, and raw foods fit into his approach  The roles he assigns to digestive enzymes, probiotics, and minerals  Why regular exercise and a positive outlook complete his seven-component protocol  How small, consistent decisions can become a sustainable lifestyle Dr. Bob also discusses intermittent fasting, buying food from trusted local farmers, foraging for edible plants, and learning to listen to the body. His central message is simple: health is a habit, not an event.Learn more about Dr. Bob and explore his books and educational resources at DrBobMcCauley.com.Subscribe to Conversations with Rich Bennett, leave a review, and join the conversation by sharing the healthy habit that has made the greatest difference in your life.Medical disclaimer: This episode presents the guest's personal opinions and experiences for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing your diet, medications, supplements, or treatment plan.Send us Fan MailRide For Life Healing Arts & Music FestivalSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

In this message, Noel Heikkinen begins a new series through 1 and 2 Kings by exploring the struggle over who will succeed David as king. Through Adonijah's attempt to seize the throne and Solomon's rise to power, Noel examines our tendency to control outcomes, manipulate circumstances, and hold onto grievances when things don't go our way. He shows how even David and Solomon are deeply flawed leaders who point toward the need for a different kind of king. Ultimately, the story challenges us to give up control of our own “kingdoms” and submit to Jesus, who rules with mercy.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

The Grand Theft Auto 6 rumor mill is firing on all cylinders. Alleged leaks suggest GTA 6 could make players actually refuel their cars, because apparently escaping the cops and committing fictional felonies wasn't immersive enough. Now we may get the authentic experience of realizing the tank is on E at the absolute worst possible moment.Would stolen cars come with random amounts of gas? Could you abandon one because the tank is empty? Would GTA Costco memberships get you cheaper fuel? These are the important questions being asked by this comedy podcast while the rest of society presumably does something productive.Then we discover—or rediscover, depending on how damaged everyone's memory is—the 1985 cinematic achievement known as Gymkata.The premise is magnificently stupid: take gymnastics, combine it with karate and create an unstoppable martial art. That's it. That's the movie. Olympic gymnast Kurt Thomas is sent on a dangerous mission where his greatest weapon is himself…and the conveniently placed gymnastics equipment that somehow keeps appearing whenever dozens of bad guys need to be kicked in the face.Moon reveals that Gymkata has been living rent-free in his subconscious since childhood, including scenes that still randomly appear in his dreams. This launches the crew into an extremely important celebration of the ridiculous action and sports movies of the '80s: Rad, No Retreat, No Surrender, Best of the Best, No Holds Barred, Bloodsport and the glorious era when movie executives could apparently greenlight anything as long as somebody knew karate.Naturally, Jean-Claude Van Damme doing the splits leads Lern to ask questions about male anatomy that nobody was emotionally prepared to answer. Suddenly we're discussing whether men have a “seam,” whether God is responsible for said seam, and why absolutely none of this information was included in health class.And then Steven Seagal arrives.The crew finds audio of Seagal telling a story about being in Kazakhstan before stopping to ask, “How do you say in English…” despite being born in Lansing, Michigan. What follows is a forensic investigation into Steven Seagal's increasingly mysterious relationship with the English language, fake accents, international travel and whether spending enough time somewhere can legitimately change how you talk.From there, Crap on Celebrities turns surprisingly philosophical when Dr. Dre and Billy Corgan land on opposite sides of the AI music debate. Dre sees artificial intelligence as another creative tool, while Corgan wants absolutely nothing to do with it. Moon breaks down how producers already use loops, samples and pre-built musical elements, leading to a bigger question: where exactly does using technology stop being a tool and start becoming “cheating”?This comedy podcast also gets into Bret Michaels recovering from kidney stone surgery while apparently refusing to surrender his hat under any circumstances, Kacey Musgraves performing while floating on giant disco-ball truck nuts, Dolly Parton exploring avatar performances, Bonnaroo taking a year off, and St. Louis artist Slater covering Hole's “Violet.”Plus, the CW dumps Miss USA and Miss Teen USA, DC apparently decides Gorilla Grodd needs a true-crime mockumentary, National Treasure 3 inches closer to becoming a real movie, and Lern takes everyone on an unsolicited but surprisingly enjoyable Whitesnake journey.Then we wrap things up with celebrity birthdays—including Dave Chappelle, Cal Ripken Jr., Steve Guttenberg and Vince McMahon—before heading toward relationship fun facts and the mysterious 7-7-7 rule.It's GTA rumors, '80s movie nostalgia, celebrity news, music industry arguments, St. Louis chaos and several conversations that should've ended three sentences earlier.In other words: a comedy podcast.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's day three of us broadcasting from the A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort near Elk Rapids for our annual Fall Football Summit. Throughout the show, we're talking about the Detroit Tigers, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking with former Major Leaguer John Vander Wal. He and Huge talked about where the Tigers are currently at in the standings, talked about where this team would be if Skubal was still with the team, talked about expectations moving forward, and more. We were then joined by George Blaha who is the voice of MSU Football and the Pistons. He told us what his expectations are for the Spartans this Football season, talked about what Pat Fitzgerald brings to the program, and more. We were then joined by Steve Goff from the Lansing Sports Network. He told us what his expectations are for Fitzgerald and the Spartans this season. In our second hour, we were joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge looked ahead to the start of the Spartan Football season, talked about MSU hiring Dan Bartholomae as their new Athletic Director, and more. Jim Comparoni from SpartanMag.com then joined us. He told us about what his expectations are for MSU Football this season, talked about the Bartholomae hire, and more. Anthony Broome from theWolverine.com then joined us. He updated us on how Michigan has looked in camp lately, talked about the biggest priorities for Michigan Football, and more. In our final hour, Huge was joined by Chris Balas and Doug Skene from theWolverine.com to talk about Michigan and Michigan State Football and the rest of the Big Ten, the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions and the rest of the NFL, and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our second hour, we were joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge looked ahead to the start of the Spartan Football season, talked about MSU hiring Dan Bartholomae as their new Athletic Director, and more. Jim Comparoni from SpartanMag.com then joined us. He told us about what his expectations are for MSU Football this season, talked about the Bartholomae hire, and more. Anthony Broome from theWolverine.com then joined us. He updated us on how Michigan has looked in camp lately, talked about the biggest priorities for Michigan Football, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge looked ahead to the start of the Spartan Football season, talked about MSU hiring Dan Bartholomae as their new Athletic Director, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this message, Noel closes the book of James by exploring what it looks like to live as though we actually believe what we say we believe. Looking at James 5:13–20, he explains why prayer should be a natural response in every circumstance—from suffering and sickness to joy and celebration. Noel also examines James's call to confess our sins to one another, pray for healing, and pursue people who have drifted from faith. Ultimately, he challenges us to trust that God is actively at work through prayer, even when his answers don't look the way we expect.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Monday Musing" for August 17, 2026!Last week, Dear Leader Trump told working class Americans paying over $4 per gallon of gas is worth it because the Iran War is good, or something. That's how little those in the billionaire Epstein Class really care about us, as LOL's Pat Johnston explains. Oh, does Florida Mike Rogers agree that it's "worth it" for working class Michiganders to pay over $4 for gas, so that way we can continue have this unending and unwinnable War on Iran?Please, 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!Click here to vote on this week's LOL Poll on TV ads!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:"CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism, and how Americans see parties in today's economy." By Anthony Salvanto of CBS News "As gas prices go up in Michigan, president urges people to pay it." By Frank Witsil of The Detroit Free Press #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #MikeRogers #WorkingClass #unions #WorkersRights #MedicareForAll #Medicaid #BigBeautifulBill #MikeRogers #DataCenters #AI #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel  #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Friday Short" for August 14, 2026.A new Fox News poll shows MAGA Republican "Florida" Mike Rogers with a slight lead over the progressive Democratic nominee, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, in Michigan's U.S. Senate race.This ONE POLL has many in the corporate-establishment wing of the Democratic Party claiming that this proves how Dr. Abdul was always the riskier choice in the primary, and that he must pivot his campaign in a number of areas.But as LOL's Pat Johnston explains, the numbers, and the message, are on Dr. Abdul's side. And, when is someone going to ask about "Florida" Mike needing to pivot his campaign message since he's holding Dear Leader Trump close by?Please, 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!Click here to vote on this week's LOL Poll on TV ads!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/join#podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #WorkersRights #MedicareForAll #Medicaid #BigBeautifulBill #MikeRogers #DataCenters #AI #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #gasprices #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #191 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-18:08: M4A Works/Senate RaceLOL's Pat Johnston highlights a new Yale study showing that a Medicare For All system in the United States would save both money and lives by even larger numbers than previously thought. With Michigan's U.S. Senate race officially starting, MAGA Republican candidate "Florida Mike Rogers" would rather talk about anything other than policies, or how he supports The Trump Economy. 18:19-44:00: Kasey Helton on Senate & House RacesKasey Helton, our good friend and union and progressive activist from Livingston County, joins the show to talk about Dr. Abdul El-Sayed's AND progressive congressional candidate William Lawrence's victories in Livingston County. Kasey gives her thoughts on not only WHY progressives scored victories across the state, but how they'll be able to carry their pro-American, and pro-working class, messages to win in November. Visit Kasey on XVisit Kasey on The Gram44:01-52:23: Last Call-TV AdsIn the "Last Call," Pat shares his thoughts, and sadness, that political TV ads still seem to move the needle somewhat. 52:24-55:40: 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!Click here to vote on this week's LOL Poll on TV ads!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:"Yale Study: Medicare for All Would Save Over 114,000 Lives and $1 Trillion a Year." By Jessica Corbett of Common Dreams "Michigan rural hospitals are suffering, here's what happened." By Nick Monacelli of WDIV-Channel 4 News in Detroit"U.S. Army Corps of Engineers gives green light to Line 5 tunnel." By Kyle Davidson of Michigan Advance "Brink, Maasdam join Lawrence for unity event after splitting moderate vote." By Andrew Roth of Michigan Advance "High turnout shaped Michigan primary, boosting El-Sayed and Lawrence to victory." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Mike Rogers vows to fight drug war, but urged opioid access in Congress." By Rob French of Bridge Michigan #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #WorkersRights #MedicareForAll #Medicaid #BigBeautifulBill #WilliamLawrence #DonavanMcKinney #MikeRogers #DataCenters #AI #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Thursday, Being Wolf at Mecklenburg Pond Park in Hector, Yardvarks at Six Mile Creek Vineyard, Ageless Jazz Band at Myers Park in Lansing, Jazz & Blues Night with London McDaniel & Lava at Ithaca 5 [...]

Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking with John Maakaron from the Detroit Sports Podcast. He and Huge talked about all of the injuries the Lions have been hit with over the past three years, talked about their expectations for the first pre-season game on Thursday, talked about the Red Wings and what concerns they have, and more. Anthony Broome from theWolverine.com then joined us. He updated us on what he's seen at Fall camp over the past week, talked about expectations for Bryce Underwood, talked about what Coaches have impressed him most, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by Ben Bosscher from our affiliate 100.9 the Mitt in the Great Lakes Bay Region. He and Huge talked about the biggest rivalries for our Detroit Sports team, talked about how the Tigers have been playing, talked about what they see short-term and long-term for the Tigers, talked about the Lions injuries, and more. We were then joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge talked about how Fall camp is going for Coach Fitzgerald and the team, he updated us on the search for a new AD, and more. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com then joined us. He told us who has impressed him at Fall camp, updated us on Michigan's search for a new AD and more. In our final hour, Alex Urban from the Eat em Up: Detroit Tigers Podcast joined us. He and Huge talked about how well the Tigers have been playing lately, gave their thoughts on if they can keep it going, talked about where they're at in the standings, and much more. We were then joined by New York Times Best Selling Author John U. Bacon. He and Huge talked about the impact that Kyle Whittingham is making in his first year as the Wolverine Head Coach, talked about their expectations for the season, talked about the search for a new AD and President, and much more. We wrapped up the show talking with Tim McCullough from the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. He filled us in on all of the great shows and promotions they have to offer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our second hour, we were joined by Ben Bosscher from our affiliate 100.9 the Mitt in the Great Lakes Bay Region. He and Huge talked about the biggest rivalries for our Detroit Sports team, talked about how the Tigers have been playing, talked about what they see short-term and long-term for the Tigers, talked about the Lions injuries, and more. We were then joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge talked about how Fall camp is going for Coach Fitzgerald and the team, he updated us on the search for a new AD, and more. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com then joined us. He told us who has impressed him at Fall camp, updated us on Michigan's search for a new AD and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge talked about how Fall camp is going for Coach Fitzgerald and the team, he updated us on the search for a new AD, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this message, Andrew Bolkcom looks at James 5:7–12 and what it means to patiently endure suffering, injustice, and uncertainty. Using the examples of the prophets, Job, and a farmer waiting for rain, he explains why patience isn't passive but requires continuing to do what is right even when circumstances don't change. Andrew also challenges us not to let the wrongdoing of others become an excuse for our own behavior. Ultimately, James points toward the return of Jesus as the reason to keep going when we've reached the limits of what we can control.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

In this message, Pastor Jordan Allen explores James 5:7–12 and what it means to live patiently in a world that often feels unsettled and broken. Using the image of a farmer waiting for rain, he explains that peace isn't found in controlling the future or simply doing all the right things, but in trusting who is coming. Jordan points to the endurance of the prophets and others who have suffered faithfully as examples of how to wait with hope. He also challenges us to become trustworthy people whose words and actions reflect that hope while we wait.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

In this message, Pastor James Granger explores James 5:7–12 and the call to practice patience in the face of uncertainty, conflict, suffering, and delay. Using the examples of farmers, Job, the prophets, and Jesus, he explains why patience means focusing on faithfulness while trusting God with the results. James also connects patience to how we treat others, challenging us to complain less, become slower to anger, and build lives marked by integrity and trustworthiness.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: American healthcare is at a crossroads, and the decisions we make now will define the health of generations to come.Dr. Marschall Runge has spent more than four decades at the center of that challenge, serving as former CEO of Michigan Medicine, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, and EVP for Medical Affairs.A practicing cardiologist trained at Johns Hopkins and Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Runge brings both the scientist's rigor and the leader's vision to one of the most urgent conversations of our time.In his Amazon and USA Today bestselling book, "The Great Healthcare Disruption," he lays out a bold prescription for reimagining American medicine through AI, innovation, and courageous systemic change.Join us to discover what it truly takes to transform healthcare from the inside out. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Dr. Runge never planned to be a CEO, initially dismissing healthcare leaders before serendipity shaped his path.His personal hospital-at-home experience after hip surgery confirmed that recovery is faster, cheaper, and better at home.Ambient AI, which auto-generates clinical notes, is the one decision at Michigan Medicine that faced almost no dissent.America's top-tier quaternary care leads the world; the real crisis is access, not quality.AI can address the clinician shortage in a year or two, something traditional training pipelines need decades to solve.About our Guest:Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D., was born in Austin, Texas, and graduated from Vanderbilt University with a BA in General Biology and a PhD in Molecular Biology. He received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and trained in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He was a cardiology fellow and junior faculty member at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Runge's next position was at Emory University, where he directed the Cardiology Fellowship Training Program. He then moved to the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he was Chief of Cardiology and Director of the Sealy Center for Molecular Cardiology. He joined the University of North Carolina (UNC) from 2000 – 2014, where he served as Charles Addison and Elizabeth Ann Sanders Distinguished Professor of Medicine, Chair of the Department of Medicine, President of UNC Physicians and Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs.Dr. Runge is the former CEO of Michigan Medicine and Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, and a practicing cardiologist. Dr. Runge is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases and has spoken and published widely on topics in clinical cardiology and vascular medicine.At the University of Michigan, Dr. Runge began serving as the executive vice president for medical affairs in March 2015 and, in January 2016, he was also appointed as the dean of the Medical School. He is the first person to serve in this combined position created by the Regents for the purpose of strengthening the integration between the Medical School and health care delivery in our hospitals and health centers.During his tenure in these leadership roles, Dr. Runge has implemented transformative change and positioned Michigan Medicine and the Medical School for continued success. Notable achievements during this period include: a significant expansion of Michigan Medicine's clinical network in the state, through integration of two health systems, the former Metro Health in Grand Rapids and Sparrow Health System in Lansing, multiple joint ventures with Trinity Health, launch of the Precision Health Initiative, a major research collaboration with several other U-M schools and colleges; oversight of the conclusion of the Victors for Michigan campaign which raised $1.5 billion dollars for institutional strategic priorities; and the development and implementation of Michigan Medicine's first strategic plan for diversity, equity and inclusion in support of the broader university-wide DEI initiative.Under Dr. Runge's leadership, the University of Michigan Health's adult hospitals were ranked best in Michigan in 2023-2024 in U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” rankings, the 31st consecutive year that U-M Health has been nationally recognized for strong across-the-board performance. In Newsweek's 2024 ranking of America's Best Hospitals, U-M Health ranked #1 in the state and #3 in the country.Current and new initiatives under Dr. Runge's leadership include construction of the The D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion, a 12-story and 264 private room inpatient hospital; working to reduce faculty and staff burnout; executive rounding to help promote employee engagement and retention; establishment of the Heart Brain Institute and Global Health; oversight and development of the Anti-Racism Oversight Committee to help achieve an anti-racist culture; improved access and patient experience through the M2C2 Capacity Center; and the establishment of the Care at Home initiative which focuses on providing safe, hospital-level care to patients in their own home.Dr. Runge has been a physician-scientist for his entire career, combining basic and translational research with the care of patients with cardiovascular diseases and education. He is the author of over 200 publications in the field and holds five patents for novel approaches in health care.Links Supporting This Episode: Dr. Marschall Runge Website: CLICK HEREDr. Marschall Runge LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREThe Great Healthcare Disruption book link: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK HEREGuest nomination form: CLICK HERE

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Monday Musing" for August 10, 2026.Since Dr. Abdul El-Sayed's upset victory to claim the Michigan Democratic Senate's nomination, MAGA Republicans and the corporate media have focused on the specter of "socialism," or Dr. Abdul's stance that the U.S. should no longer provide unconditional aid to Israel's corrupt government. However, they don't want to focus on one of the main reasons why progressives, like Dr. Abdul, or Donavan McKinney, who upset an incumbent Congressman from Detroit, won their races.Because the working class is fighting back against corporate money ruining our political system. LOL's Pat Johnston explains. Please, 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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:"To Mend Fences in Michigan, El-Sayed Should Stop Talking About Israel." By Bill Sher of Washington Monthly #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #Economy #Jobs #ICE #Freedom #unions #HaleyStevens  #DataCenters #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #CorporateClass #DonorClass #MoneyInPolitics #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

To recap the Aug. 4 primary elections, MIRS sits down with Lansing-based Andrea Bitely – a moderate Republican – and Democratic Socialist Jessica Newman, a political operative in Ferndale (1:30).  How will Democrat U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed try to connect with Detroit seniors, Macomb County's pro-Trump autoworkers and "Reagan Democrats", and the pre-Trump Republicans in white collar Oakland County? Also, what might be Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Rogers' courting strategy to win Democratic voters who wanted Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-Birmingham) to win the primary? Additionally, they discuss who might vote YES on summoning a state Constitutional Convention in November, and whether Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democrat nominee for Governor, is prepared for a "fire hose" of negative ads from Republicans. 

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Friday Short" for August 8, 2026.Another awful jobs report for July illustrates how The Trump Regime has failed the working class. The working class feels left behind by the corporate and political elites. That's why working class progressive Dr. Abdul El-Sayed earned one of the greatest upset victories in modern American history. And that's why Trump & MAGA Republicans fear him the most. Please, 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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:"With Primary Wins, Progressives Make Clear That Michigan Is Not for Sale." By Sam Rosenthal of Truthout #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #Economy #Jobs #ICE #Freedom #unions #HaleyStevens #Race #Minorities #DataCenters #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

As the AI boom fuels a massive data-center buildout, communities across the country are pushing back. Kara speaks with environmental activist and consumer advocate Erin Brockovich, Utah climate scientist Logan Mitchell, Virginia organizer Elena Schlossberg and Lansing, Mich., Mayor Andy Schor about the industry's environmental and political impact. They examine the secretive deals and tax incentives behind many data-center projects, and they debate whether even responsibly designed developments can win community support. The panel also explores what meaningful guardrails might look like, whether cleaner energy and greater transparency could make data centers a genuine public benefit, and if it's even possible to shift public opinion as data centers become increasingly wrapped up in a broader backlash against AI. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #190 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-25:20: MI Progs Win Across State!LOL's Pat Johnston celebrates several of the working class progressives who won their Democratic Party Primary races this week, including Abdul El-Sayed, William Lawrence, Donavan McKinney, and many more. Pat especially focuses on William Lawrence's blow-out win in Michigan's 7th Congressional District, Donavan McKinney's upset win over incumbent Congressman Shri Thanedar. Pat also thanks the progressive fighters who fell short in their campaigns, but helped push forward a strong working class message all across the state.25:21-40:28: Dr. Abdul's WinPat spends this time breaking-down Dr. Abdul El-Sayed's close victory against Congresswoman Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate Primary. Make no mistake: the fact that El-Sayed won this race despite being MASSIVELY outspent by backers of Stevens, including the millions AIPAC threw away, makes this one of the most remarkable political victories not just in Michigan, but in the country. And, Pat illustrates how Dr. Abdul is the best candidate to slam-dunk on MAGA Republican Senate nominee, "Florida" Mike Rogers.40:39-49:20: Last Call: Black Voters Are Not a Monolith!In the "Last Call," Pat takes issue with those political pundits arguing that black voters don't like progressives or Democratic Socialists.49:21-51:49: 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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:"Abdul El-Sayed squeaks out win over Haley Stevens in hotly contested Democratic US Senate primary." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Michigan progressives showed establishment Democrats the door." By Steve Neavling of The Detroit Metro Times "Conyers, Burton, Gilmer-Hill Highlight New Members to Detroit's Legislative Caucus." By Sam Robinson of The Michigan Chronicle"Donavan McKinney ousts Shri Thanedar, vows to deliver for working people." By Bryce Huffman of Bridge Michigan "Benson amplifies affordability message after El-Sayed primary win." By Andrew Roth of Michigan Advance "How Abdul El-Sayed went from political oblivion to progressive breakthrough in Michigan Senate race." By Joey Cappelletti of The AP #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #HaleyStevens #WilliamLawrence #DonavanMcKinney #Race #Minorities #DataCenters #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Thursday, a Factory Stories Book Launch at Found, the Destination at Myers Park in Lansing, Jazz and Blues Night at Ithaca 5 & Dime, Ice Cream Social on the Porch at New Roots Charter School, [...]

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kellie Swiger, Head of Creative at LAFCU, Lansing, MI LAFCU Letter Painting at Phil Denny's Smooth Jazz Fete Q1: LAFCU has been a longtime supporter of Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Fete. Why is it important for LAFCU to be part of this event? A: At LAFCU, we believe strong communities are built by creating opportunities for people to connect. Whether it's through music, art or shared experiences, bringing people together strengthens relationships and creates a greater sense of belonging. That's why we're proud to support Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Fete. The festival is all about bringing people together, and this year we're adding a new interactive experience that lets attendees become part of the event in a fun and creative way. Q2: I understand LAFCU is bringing its giant letters to the event again. What's new about that this year? A: Yes, we have six-foot-tall letters that spell LAFCU – L -A - F- C – and U that are painted with different artwork from local artists. Our giant letters have become a familiar part of community events across mid-Michigan, and this year we're inviting the public to help paint one of them. People will be able to walk up and add color to the letter "F" through a paint-by-number activity. Local artists will be painting the other letters during the event. By inviting people to help paint a letter they're contributing to something that represents the connection between LAFCU and the communities we serve. It's a simple activity, but it reflects what this event is all about — bringing people together through creativity, music and community. People love to take pictures with the LAFCU letters, too! Q3: When and where can people participate, and what else can they expect from LAFCU? A: The event is happening Saturday, Aug. 8, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Lansing Armory, 330 Marshall Street. The painting activity will be available throughout the festival, and people can also stop by the LAFCU table for giveaways and a chance to try our popular Money Machine, where participants step inside and try to catch cash swirling through the air. It's a lot of fun! The festival itself features internationally acclaimed smooth and contemporary jazz musicians, along with soul, funk and R&B, food vendors, local artists, merchandise, and beer and wine. The event is for adults 21 and older. Tickets can be purchased at SmoothJazzFete.com/tickets Q4: Is there anything else you'd like listeners to know? A: We hope everyone attending the festival stops by the LAFCU booth to add a little color to the letter and make it their own. Every brushstroke becomes part of a piece that will continue to represent the connection between LAFCU and our community at future events. It promises to be a great time with music, art and community, and we hope to see everyone Saturday, Aug. 8, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Lansing Armory. ### » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: X.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this message, Justin unpacks James Chapter 5, contrasting the selfish greed of Ebenezer Scrooge with the biblical calling of authentic faith. He explains how money often serves as an x-ray of the soul, revealing whether our lives are driven by self-reliance or trust in God. Addressing both individual morality and systemic fairness, Justin challenges listeners to align their beliefs, actions, and heart with God's view of justice. Ultimately, he points to the transformational power of the gospel as the only true antidote to pride, greed, and exploitation.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

In this message, Jordan opens with a lesson from Tolkien's The Hobbit before diving into James 5, exploring how the pursuit of wealth and greed can corrupt individuals and hurt surrounding communities. He contrasts the biblical warning against oppressors who exploit others with the comforting reality that God hears and sees those who are suffering. Jordan points to Jesus's habit of sitting with outcasts and tax collectors, emphasizing that the gospel offers both accountability for harm and a path to restoration for everyone.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

In this message, Andrew unpacks James 5 to address the deep frustration and pain caused by unfairness, exploitation, and unpunished wrongdoing. He explains how James warns against using wealth to exploit others, emphasizing that accumulated excess and unearned gain carry heavy ethical consequences. Pointing to the character of God as one who actively listens to the vulnerable, Andrew offers comfort to those who have suffered abuse, betrayal, or financial harm. Ultimately, he highlights the gospel's dual promise of forgiveness for those who turn from wrongdoing and guaranteed justice for every unresolved harm.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Monday Musing" for August 3, 2026!We're one day from the Michigan Primary, and LOL's Pat Johnston wonders how the corporate-establishment Democratic Party will react if progressives score major victories on Tuesday.Will they acknowledge the political reality that the working class is in a populist mood, or will they take their ball and go running closer to MAGA Republicans?It's a serious question!Please, 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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/join#podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #HaleyStevens #AishaFarooqi #KelliVanGinhoven #KyleBlomquist #DataCenters #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Originally uploaded July 30th, reloaded August 3rd. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Nick Chaffin, Program Compliance Officer, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties. CAMW! Employment Services Manager, Norean Saul, also joined to answer each question. 1. What are the new UIA work search requirements, and how are they affecting claimants? 2. How will the new rules affect businesses and business owners? 3. What would your advice be to individuals and businesses adapting to the new requirements? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: X.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Unemployed Michigan workers must now complete three weekly work search activities to receive benefits Expanded requirement begins this week as part of bipartisan updates to Michigan's unemployment law Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is reminding workers that an increased work search requirement begins this week for unemployment benefits. Effective Sunday, July 19, 2026, those who receive unemployment benefits must log at least three work activities each week, an increase from one a week previously. The change stems from bipartisan legislation (Public Act 238 of 2024) passed in December 2024 that updated Michigan's unemployment law (Michigan Employment Security (MES) Act). “These are the most significant updates to Michigan's unemployment system in years — and every worker needs to understand what's changing,” UIA Director Jason Palmer said. “While the increase may mean a bit more effort each week, it also opens more pathways back to stable employment.” To be eligible for benefits, workers must actively look for work and report their work search activities to the UIA, unless they have a waiver. Accepted activities include applying for jobs in person or online, attending job fairs, creating a profile or resume on a professional networking or job site such as MiTalent.org, or participating in online job search workshops or seminars. For a full list of activities, see this factsheet. If someone does not conduct and report three work search activities each week as part of their certification for benefits then they won't be paid or may have to return benefits they were not supposed to receive. The fastest and easiest way for those receiving benefits to report work searches while certifying is through their online Michigan Web Account Manager (MiWAM) account, available 24 hours a day and seven days a week. A detailed FAQ on the expanded work search requirement is available at Michigan.gov/UIALawChanges. For more on what to report, how to report, and tips for recording work search activities, visit the Michigan.gov/UIA work search page. Other changes to unemployment law in July The increased work search is not the only change workers and employers will see implemented this month: Effective July 17, those who leave their job due to domestic violence may qualify for unemployment benefits if they meet all other eligibility requirements. When completing an application, claimants will see “domestic violence” as one the selectable separation reasons. This provision aligns Michigan with a growing number of states that have enacted unemployment protections for survivors of domestic violence. Effective July 17, unemployed workers and employers can request to have some appeal cases combined into one hearing before an administrative law judge. Effective July 17, people who must pay back improperly collected benefits can apply for a financial hardship waiver up to four times a year, a change from once six months. Effective July 19, employers using the Work Share program can reduce employee hours from 10 percent to 60 percent (the current range is 15 percent to 45 percent).

We kick off the new month with Kyle Green of The Greenway Outdoors. He talks about their new Green Way Conservation Club and how this could be a good way for Michigan hunters and anglers to have a voice in Lansing. Then, top Michigan Game Warden Brandon Keift joins me to talk about the "open fields doctrine" and also the new law allowing recreational feeding for birds and wildlife. Chad Stewart of the Michigan DNR is up next with more on that new law. He says the DNR is still opposed to feeding and this move was made by politicians, not biologists. Well known Michigan houndsman Jordan Farmer is my guest in hour 3. He talks about the training season and running bears with hounds. Wild game chef Dixie Dave Minar wraps it all up with another great wild game recipe.

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Friday Short" for July 31, 2026!Planned Parenthood of Michigan announced three more clinic closures in the state on Thursday, making it a total of 14 closures in the last couple of years.While The Trump Regime and the MAGA Republican Congress are to blame for their massive cuts to Planned Parenthood (since punishing women is one of the hallmarks of the White Christian Nationalist agenda), Michigan's Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer shares some of the blame as well.Whitmer refused to "Fight like Hell" to keep those clinics opened as she refused Planned Parenthood of Michigan's request to unleash emergency funding.It's just another in the long line of betrayal from the former "Big Gretch," who's now just called, Gretchen.Please, 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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/join#podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #HaleyStevens # AbortionRights #PlannedParenthood #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Episode 4.03 ("250, 260—Whatever Works!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, Wren Leopold and Jack Mooney.  (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance)  To mark the nation's Semi-Quincentennial, we've assembled the mighty Suffolk & Goode Players to serve up a Buc-ees-sized portion of comedy. NPR confronts its toughest challenge—producer Bari Weiss; we learn of a heart-breaking new affliction—Hereditary VO; the plucky Doyle Sisters try to solve a newsworthy crime; and the Broligarchs of AI insinuate themselves into schools, gaming, and meal delivery. And there's a song!    Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players:   Rebecca Davis (Herself, Bari Weiss, Annie Doyle, Deepfake Woman 2)  Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Baby, Dog, Ron DeSantis, Techbro Joe, Elon Musk)  Lori Furth (Herself, Mary Louise Kelly, Mrs. Porter, Deepfake Woman 1)  Lyssa Graham (Herself, VO Mom, Louise, Librarian, Deepfake Woman 3, Bezos Woman)  Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Robert Siegel, VO Dad, Doyle Announcer, Techbro Mike)  Wren Leopold (Themselves, VO Daughter, Patty Doyle)  Chris Mezzolesta (Jethro DotConnector, Parrot, Sgt. McCord, Ellem, Techbro Tony, himself)  Karyn O'Bryant (New Mom, Mrs. Morris)   Jake Reynolds (Himself) and  George Washington III (Dr. Ibrahim X. Kendi, 60 Seconds Announcer, Doctor, Mr. Lansing, Miss Deepfake Announcer, Techbro Rex, Bezos Announcer)  Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Repercussions," was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta and was arranged and performed by Chris Mezzolesta.  Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold  Artwork by Richard McMurry 

Episode 4.03 ("250, 260—Whatever Works!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, Wren Leopold and Jack Mooney.  (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance)  To mark the nation's Semi-Quincentennial, we've assembled the mighty Suffolk & Goode Players to serve up a Buc-ees-sized portion of comedy. NPR confronts its toughest challenge—producer Bari Weiss; we learn of a heart-breaking new affliction—Hereditary VO; the plucky Doyle Sisters try to solve a newsworthy crime; and the Broligarchs of AI insinuate themselves into schools, gaming, and meal delivery. And there's a song!    Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players:   Rebecca Davis (Herself, Bari Weiss, Annie Doyle, Deepfake Woman 2)  Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Baby, Dog, Ron DeSantis, Techbro Joe, Elon Musk)  Lori Furth (Herself, Mary Louise Kelly, Mrs. Porter, Deepfake Woman 1)  Lyssa Graham (Herself, VO Mom, Louise, Librarian, Deepfake Woman 3, Bezos Woman)  Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Robert Siegel, VO Dad, Doyle Announcer, Techbro Mike)  Wren Leopold (Themselves, VO Daughter, Patty Doyle)  Chris Mezzolesta (Jethro DotConnector, Parrot, Sgt. McCord, Ellem, Techbro Tony, himself)  Karyn O'Bryant (New Mom, Mrs. Morris)   Jake Reynolds (Himself) and  George Washington III (Dr. Ibrahim X. Kendi, 60 Seconds Announcer, Doctor, Mr. Lansing, Miss Deepfake Announcer, Techbro Rex, Bezos Announcer)    Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Repercussions," was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta and was arranged and performed by Chris Mezzolesta.  Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold  Artwork by Richard McMurry 

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #189 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-19:05: AIPAC, DTE, & Data CentersPat Johnston discusses why working class Michiganders have turned more populist, and why accepting AIPAC, or DTE, or other corporate PAC money is hurting several candidates in different races. Also, working class Michiganders are irate over the rush to build hyper-scale A.I. data centers, and specific Democrats are being rewarded for opposing the Big Tech Bros' data centers. 19:05-31:40: Working Class-America First PopulismProgressive candidates, like Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Aisha Farooqi, Kyle Blomquist, Diop Harris II, Donovan McKinney, Ivan Diaz, or Kelli Van Ginhoven, are resonating with voters in different areas across Michigan because they present a strong, working class and America First agenda. It's an agenda that pushes to revitalize a forgotten working class by focusing on a people-centered over a profit-centered campaign. It's an agenda that aims to strengthen unions, expand opportunities, make housing affordable, advocating for our farmers, Abolishing ICE, taxing the rich, ending costly wars, making the Epstein Class face more accountability, and fighting back against The Trump Regime. 31:41-39:10: ElectabilityIf Abdul El-Sayed, and other Michigan progressive candidates, win the primary, and then goes on to win the general election, doesn't that end the corporate-establishment Democratic Party argument that progressives can only win in blue cities?39:11-43:43: Quicksand 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!Vote on this week's LOL Poll!!!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:"Three licks and a question: Who is Gretchen Whitmer governing for?" By Jon King of Michigan Advance "Quicksand: How Gen X Was Right All Along." By Sarah Kendzior in Sarah Kendzior's Newsletter "Fact check: Ads take El-Sayed out of context to claim he ‘disrespects women.'" By Lauren Gibbons of Bridge Michigan "State canvassers finds Michigan's ‘Money out of Politics' effort has sufficient valid signatures." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "New report slams Michigan for slowest power restoration nationwide." By WDIV-Channel 4 News in Detroit #podcast #politics #progressives #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Primary #DemocraticSocialism #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #HaleyStevens #AishaFarooqi #KelliVanGinhoven #KyleBlomquist #DataCenters #TomBarrett #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Populism #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #CitizensUnited #Line5 #FossilFuels #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Thursday, Prototyping Demo Day at Rev Ithaca Startup Works, Movies at the Station with Hoppers at the Cayuga Heights Fire Department, Petty Thieves at Myers Park in Lansing, Jazz & Blues Night at Ithaca 5 [...]

In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about creating workplaces where people can thrive. My guest this week is Josh Block, executive advisor and author of People Matter at Work.Josh shares the story of becoming president of his family's business at age 29 and the lessons he learned from stepping into a role he didn't feel fully prepared to lead. We explore how curiosity, humility and a willingness to rely on the strengths of others helped him navigate uncertainty and grow as a leader.In our conversation, we discuss why leadership is less about having all the answers and more about helping others succeed. Josh introduces his powerful "gardens versus gold mines" metaphor and explains why leaders must choose whether they want to develop people or simply extract value from them.We also talk about the importance of maintaining a non-anxious presence during challenging times, the shift from a "me" mindset to a "we" mindset and the role curiosity plays in building stronger teams. Finally, Josh shares his perspective on the unique questions women often bring to leadership conversations and why creating space for different perspectives leads to better outcomes.About My GuestJosh Block is a seasoned business leader and entrepreneur passionate about building cultures where people thrive—at work and in life. A graduate of Taylor University, Josh began his career by founding a service company in Muncie, Indiana, focused on creating employment opportunities within the city's urban core. That early experience cemented his belief in the power of people-first, purpose-driven work.In 2011, Josh and his wife, Lacey, moved to Lansing, Michigan, where he assumed the role of president at Block Imaging, a family-owned company at the time and now an affiliate of Siemens Healthineers and CommonSpirit Health. Block Imaging provides refurbished imaging systems, parts, and service to healthcare providers worldwide, empowering them to provide a second chance at life for imaging equipment and patients. Under Josh's leadership, Block Imaging has grown from fifty to more than four hundred team members globally, becoming a model for trust-driven culture and people-powered performance.In 2018, Josh launched Cube Mobile Imaging to offer mobile imaging solutions across the United States, helping to expand access and reduce patient backlogs. He also speaks and coaches on leadership, organizational culture, and identity.Outside the office, Josh brings the same energy to his personal life. He enjoys wakesurfing, paddleboarding, and golf, and has competed in triathlons ranging from sprint to 70.3 distances. A few of his favorite indulgences include Cheetos, Cherry Coke, and Cap'n Crunch—and he is known for a legendary waffle recipe.He and Lacey have been married for twenty-three years and live in Lansing with their two children.~Connect with Josh:Book: https://www.amazon.com/People-Matter-Work-Fostering-Everyone/dp/1637635044 Website: https://peoplematteratwork.com/~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://www.kimmeninger.com/challengeLearn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://www.kimmeninger.com/leadinghumansgroupJoin the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/Website:https://www.kimmeninger.com

Episode 377 features Jenn's Apartment, an indie punk band from Lansing, Michigan. They have brand new music out right now. The band features Roy Kirby on guitar and vocals, Chris Davis on bass and vocals, and Justin Pine on drums and vocals originally formed in 2004, went on hiatus, and came back in 2014. They've kept the same lineup going strong ever since.  I featured their latest track “Summer” on this episode, as well as “Taylor Swift's Dick.” Their sound mixes 90s alternative, early 2000s punk and emo, and straight-up rock songwriting with ringing guitars, big harmonies, and a tight rhythm section. Think The Replacements, Gaslight Anthem, Gin Blossoms, and Goo Goo Dolls with a solid Midwest DIY attitude. They're known for high-energy live shows, funny stage banter, and just having a good time whether there are 5 people in the room or 500. Everything is DIY. They record in Justin's basement, book their own shows, run their own label MiScene Records, and do it all on their own terms. Check them out at jennsapartment.net and stream their music wherever you listen. Thanks for listening and supporting local and independent artists.   Please follow, rate, or review the podcast wherever you are streaming if you'd like to help us out. Part-Time Rockstar Productions is available in the DMV for music videos and live filming.        

In this message, Jon addresses the hidden pride that leads people to judge others and live as if they control their own futures. Walking through James chapter 4, he highlights how easy it is to make assumptions, speak over others' lives, and assume tomorrow is guaranteed. Ultimately, listeners are invited to surrender the illusion of control and rest in God's grace and sovereignty rather than carrying burdens they were never meant to hold.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

In this message, Tony explores how everyday pride subtly reveals itself in our lives through our interactions with people and our approach to the future. He encourages listeners to move away from destructive criticism and self-centered planning by anchoring their identity in Christ. This sermon invites believers to embrace a posture of genuine humility, surrendering their need for control and trusting in the will of God.Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com—About Riverview ChurchRiverview Church is a multi-venue church based in Lansing, Michigan, where we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him. Learn more at https://rivchurch.com

Summerween arrives with a laugh you can hear from across the midway. In this July edition of Monthly Spooky, Henrique Couto and Michelle dive into Laughing Sal, the towering carnival animatronic whose haunting mechanical cackle became American folklore. They explore how this six-foot funhouse nightmare evolved from a popular midway attraction into a cryptid-like legend—appearing in movies, museums, and paranormal stories. Discover the strange history behind one of America's creepiest cursed objects and why we fear the mechanical as much as the supernatural. Perfect for horror enthusiasts who love cryptid encounters and supernatural folklore.They trace the strange history of this six-foot mechanical nightmare, from her early days as one of America's most popular funhouse attractions to her appearances in movies, museums, and pop culture. Why did generations of amusement-park visitors love Laughing Sal? Why does her endless recorded laughter feel so threatening today? And how did a freckled, gap-toothed carnival figure become one of the world's most uncanny animatronic dolls?Before entering Laughing Sal's funhouse, Henrique and Michelle take a funny, creepy trip through the month's strangest spooky news, cryptid folklore, paranormal investigations, UFO reports, and archaeological mysteries.Inside this episode:Gracie the missing giraffe is finally found alive in Texas after spending two weeks on the loose.Butler County, Ohio deputies confront a snake hiding beneath a resident's bed.Lansing, Michigan introduces the Hooga Hooga, a hairy, Bigfoot-like summer-camp cryptid said to tunnel beneath a local nature center.A Japanese real-estate service sends investigators into stigmatized homes overnight to test them for ghosts and paranormal activity.A rare Antarctic titanosaur fossil is rediscovered after sitting unnoticed inside a drawer for decades.Centuries-old royal tombs in Barcelona contain unexpected remains and far more bodies than researchers anticipated.Divers recover a haunting carved face and possible ritual animal bones from a Polish lake.The Pentagon investigates a reported swarm of mysterious UAPs and watercraft near the Virginia coast.Archaeologists enter a sealed chamber beneath a medieval Ukrainian castle and search for additional underground rooms.Michelle closes the episode with a wonderfully unsettling Glitch in the Matrix story about a childhood McDonald's collectible glass that apparently duplicates itself—complete with the exact same crack.Come for Laughing Sal. Stay for cryptids, ghosts, UFOs, secret chambers, ancient burials, haunted real estate, bedroom snakes, and one deeply suspicious drinking glass. This funny and frightening Summerween episode is perfect for fans of creepy carnival history, animatronic horror, haunted attractions, paranormal podcasts, Bigfoot folklore, unexplained mysteries, Halloween in July, and the early spooky season.

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Monday Musing" for July 27, 2026.LOL's Pat Johnston's take on why Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer is endorsing Congresswoman and Ms. AIPAC Haley Stevens over working class candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Establishment's gonna establishment!Please, 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:"Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens in Michigan's contentious Democratic U.S. Senate battle." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance #podcast #politics #progressive #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Election #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #HaleyStevens #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel  #Line5 #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

In this episode of Tinfoil Tales, Brandon speaks with Samantha, a lifelong experiencer who shares decades of encounters ranging from poltergeist activity and out-of-body experiences to UFO sightings and interdimensional contact.Growing up in a home in Lansing, Michigan, Samantha describes what she calls a “poltergeist house,” where activity was constant—day and night. From heavy footsteps in the attic and disembodied voices to being physically lifted and thrown down a staircase by an unseen force, the experiences she describes go far beyond what most people associate with a typical haunting. One of her earliest memories involves an out-of-body encounter with three golden, telepathic beings who appeared to guide and “initiate” her into a connection with other realms. She explains how this experience seemed to open the door to a lifetime of continued encounters with various entities, both protective and hostile. Throughout the conversation, Samantha shares:Growing up in a home with constant paranormal activityRepeated physical encounters with unseen forcesOut-of-body experiences and telepathic communicationEncounters with different types of non-human entitiesA childhood experience involving a cube-shaped UFOThe idea that many phenomena may originate from the same non-physical realmHow these experiences led her to write her book Born AwakenedThe discussion also explores larger questions about consciousness, interdimensional beings, and whether humanity may be more connected to these phenomena than we currently understand.This episode is not just about isolated encounters—it's about a lifetime of experiences that challenge the boundaries between the physical world and something far beyond it. As always, the views shared are those of the guest, and listeners are encouraged to draw their own conclusions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tinfoil-tales--6147818/support. Want to be a Guest? If you have a paranormal encounter, conspiracy theory, or unexplained story to share, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at tinfoiltalespodcast@gmail.com or use the contact button on our website. http://www.tinfoiltales.com Let's schedule you for a future episode and dive into the mysteries together! Got Weird Stuff?Have some strange physical evidence you want to share?  Mail it to:Tinfoil TalesP.O. Box 302Peru, IN 46970

We start with a very cool story about Jack White, "Seven Nation Army," and how seven little notes turned into one of the biggest chants in global sports. Then we get into something a lot closer to home: A cyclospora outbreak that has Taco Bell locations pulling lettuce and cilantro off the menu, and what that says about cuts to CDC surveillance and how we think about food safety in Michigan. From there, Norris and I dig into Lansing's proposed "quiet cars" bill aimed at loud exhausts up and down Woodward, why noise is part of living near big thoroughfares, and how enforcement can too easily slide into pretextual stops for Black drivers and folks just trying to get to work with a busted muffler. More: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/2026/07/13/michigan-bills-law-loud-cars-modified-exhaust-woodward/90472088007/ We close with some good news: Concert of Colors kicks off in Midtown, honoring the late Ishmael Ahmed and bringing multi-generational, global sounds to the DIA and surrounding venues — one of those "if you live here, you really should go at least once" Detroit events. https://www.concertofcolors.com/ I encourage listeners to take the Daily Detroit political topology survey at dailydetroit.com/9 and send your topic ideas to dailydetroit@gmail.com. Full Rundown: 01:33 - Seven Nation Army video and Daily Detroit political topography survey 06:22 - There's a growing Cyclosporiasis outbreak throughout Michigan, including taking lettuce of the menu of a number of restaurants include Taco Bell at some Metro Detroit location 11:43 A bill pushing for quieter cars working it's way through the Michigan legislature 17:10 Concert of Colors is back this week

Ralph speaks to historian Omer Bartov about his new book “Israel: What Went Wrong?” with special guest, international law expert Bruce FeinBruce Fein is a Constitutional scholar and an expert on international law. Mr. Fein was Associate Deputy Attorney General under Ronald Reagan and he is the author of Constitutional Peril: The Life and Death Struggle for Our Constitution and Democracy, and American Empire: Before the Fall.Many of the things that you describe in Israel apply in spades in the United States. We also have an administration that says we're being invaded militarily by Venezuela gangs, so we have to go kidnap their president and annex Venezuela. We've stated that Iran is an existential threat to the United States because at some future time, it's conceivable they may get one nuclear weapon. We have 5,000, Israel probably has 300 or 400. Or make the argument that we are being invaded by defenseless immigrants across the southern border. And it does seem to me that all countries—I don't think it's unique anyway to the United States or Israel, but it's generally true those in power are there to manufacture fear, to inflate fleas into elephants and say “My gosh, tomorrow the sky is falling down. We need to have national emergencies, rule by decree.” Everything is “an imminent danger”, the Communist domino theory. It's a very challenging issue. I say what you've described in Israel is not unique to Israel. We confront it every day right in the United States. And it works.Bruce FeinOmer Bartov is the Dean's Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Brown University. A historian, Professor Bartov was born on a kibbutz, grew up in Tel Aviv, and served in the Israel Defense Forces during the Yom Kippur War. He went on to become a leading scholar of the German army and the Holocaust, before turning his attention to his native country. His early research concerned the Nazi indoctrination of the Wehrmacht and the crimes it committed in World War II. He then turned to the links between total war and genocide and interethnic relations in the borderlands of Eastern Europe. His current interest is reflected in his recent books, Genocide, the Holocaust and Israel-Palestine: First-Person History in Times of Crisis, Israel: What Went Wrong?, and the forthcoming The Broken Promise: A Personal Political History of Israel and Palestine. The whole idea of creating a Jewish state (and it says so in the Proclamation of the State from May 1948) is that it would be a state for Jews—that it would be both Jewish and democratic. And that has proven to be not possible. A Jewish state can be both Jewish and democratic only if the overwhelming majority (if not all) of its citizens are Jews.Omer Bartov[Zionist zealots] believe that history is on their side—so in that sense, they are similar to Communists they're similar to Fascists they're similar to Nazis in that they believe that they can see the way forward, they know the logic of history, and the logic of history as they see it is on their side.Omer BartovIn Israel, since the 1980s (really since after the War of 1973, with the rise of the right wing in Israel in particular) the Holocaust has come to serve a particular purpose. Instead of being commemorated as an event that happened in the past that we should remember and commemorate and research, it's become a kind of image of an imminent danger to Israel. And the farther Israel has moved from the actual event of the Holocaust, and the more the Israeli army has become the military hegemon in its region, the more this alleged threat of an “Auschwitz around the corner” has been used by Israeli governments. Why has it been used? Because Israel actually needs to explain to itself and to its citizens: Why is it bossing it over millions of Palestinians? Half of the population under Israeli control are Palestinians. Two million are citizens, but they don't have equal rights, and the others have no rights at all (they're simply under arbitrary military rule). So how do you explain that? You explain that by telling your population and the rest of the world that those Palestinians—who have no power, who can never pose a threat to you—are an existential threat. And in Israel, that has worked quite well.Omer BartovBecause of the focus on Hebrew—to create Hebrew as a mother tongue for children whose mothers didn't speak Hebrew—because of that, there was a great antagonism towards speaking any other language. And the notion of having bilingual schools (that is, of having schools in Palestine where people would learn both Hebrew and Arabic, the language of the place) is not entertained by the vast majority of educators. Now, if you think about what would have been the result of having bilingual schools already in the 1920s and 30s, that children could speak each other's language and recognize each other's culture—that could have had a huge effect on how Zionism developed and how the state would have developed. But in today's Israel, the only bilingual population are the Palestinians. Palestinian citizens of Israel speak Arabic and Hebrew. Most Israelis don't speak Arabic. And most Israelis who trace themselves (quite large numbers) not to Europe, but to North Africa and the Middle East, where their parents and grandparents spoke Arabic (this was their language) have forgotten that language and were ashamed of their parents speaking it because it associated them with the Arabs. So the loss in this kind of creation of a nation around one language was the ability to imagine yourself as sharing the space with another group.Omer Bartov * Our top story concerns a progressive insurgent running in a must-win Senate race – and not the one you're thinking of. Late last week, Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed won the endorsement of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The New York Times notes that this is AOC's first Senate endorsement of this cycle, coming just about a month ahead of the August 4th Michigan primary. El-Sayed is quoted saying that he is “honored for what her support says about what this campaign is building and what we're fighting for,” adding that he thinks that “too many establishment Democrats are…afraid that I will win.” He pointedly attacked Senator Chuck Schumer, charging that the Minority Leader “doesn't want to see me on the inside of the U.S. Senate,” because El-Sayed would “call out the kind of politics where we take money from corporations and AIPAC to run milquetoast campaigns and don't say anything about the problems that everyday people are facing.” El-Sayed has announced that he will campaign with AOC and Senator Bernie Sanders in Detroit, Lansing and Grand Rapids on July 18th and 19th, per MLive.* Another earthquake occurred in the Michigan Senate race on July 5th, when State Senator Mallory McMorrow announced that she would be withdrawing from the race – turning what was a competitive three-way race into a head-to-head between El-Sayed and the Democratic establishment pick, Congresswoman Haley Stevens. The Detroit Free Press notes that this announcement “comes after absentee ballots have already been mailed out to some voters and too late to remove her name from the primary ballot,” though voters are able to rescind their absentee votes and submit new ones up through Friday, July 24th. In a video statement, McMorrow maintained that “People are crying out for change and we need to listen.” McMorrow once led her opponents in this race but saw her support collapse and was trailing in a distant third place in recent polls. Rumor also had it that outgoing Senator Gary Peters was privately calling for her to exit the race so centrists could consolidate around Stevens. While many of her supporters are expected to go to Stevens, El-Sayed is energetically courting McMorrow's voters as well. The Detroit News reports McMorrow herself has announced that she will remain neutral in the remaining days of the primary, leaving her voters to vote their own consciences.* In more Michigan news, DSA-backed congressional candidate Donavan McKinney is running strong in his primary campaign against incumbent Congressman Shri Thanedar, whom McKinney has labeled “​​Detroit's own Elon Musk,” according to the New York Post. If McKinney pulls it off, he will join the growing group of DSA members in the House, along with Claire Valdez, Darializa Avila Chevalier and AOC from New York, Chris Rabb and Melat Kiros from Pennsylvania and Colorado respectively, and Rashida Tlaib from Michigan. Another candidate endorsed by his local DSA chapter, Kyle Blomquist, is running for Congress in Michigan but even if he wins his primary he is not expected to flip the deep red 1st congressional district.* In Missouri, Cori Bush has also won the support of DSA for her comeback congressional run against Wesley Bell, who defeated her in the 2024 primary, Andrew Solender reports. Bush had already won the support of her local DSA chapter, along with many other progressive organizations, and has been endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, and former Congressman Jamaal Bowman. This week though, she won the support of the national DSA. In a statement, Bush wrote “I am honored to be once again endorsed by the Democratic [Socialists] of America as I campaign to return to Congress and keep building our movement to fight for economic justice, Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, and a world where everyday people have a real voice in our workplace's neighborhoods and society.” Bush also praised DSA for its “decades of organizing…[mobilizing] thousands of people across the country to demand an economy that works for all of us…[and] take on war profiteers, the for-profit healthcare industry, and the billionaire funded lobbies that subvert our democracy.” There has been little polling of this race, but what there has been appears to show the race in a statistical dead heat. One sign that Bush is being taken seriously is the new $865,000 ad buy taken out by the United Democracy Project, an AIPAC cutout.* Ironically, it would seem that American Jews have a more favorable view of the progressive left than Israel. According to the Forward, a new AP poll found that “44% of American Jews hold a favorable opinion of Zohran Mamdani, compared with 39% who view him unfavorably.” This is in contrast to the 32% of respondents who said they have a favorable opinion of Netanyahu and 59% who said they have a negative view of the Israeli PM. Perhaps more surprisingly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a “staunch supporter of Israel,” garnered only a 41% favorability rating, though far more respondents said they don't know enough about him to have an opinion than said they have a negative view.* Turning back to the Senate, the other major story this week of course is the fall of Graham Platner. Accusations of sexual assault, detailed in a POLITICO article, resulted in a deluge of opprobrium that cascaded upwards culminating in Platner's earliest and highest profile supporter, Senator Bernie Sanders, calling on him to drop out of the Senate race in Maine. In a video message released Wednesday, Platner stated that he would be suspending his campaign effective immediately, later telling staff that he plans to wait until Monday, the final possible day, to formally withdraw from the race, Axios reports. In the same video, Platner categorically denied the accusations calling them “all false,” and maintaining that the “things that have been claimed did not happen.” He implied that the scandal was orchestrated by “those in power“ who would “rather see Susan Collins win than have me be the next Senator from Maine.”* Platner's impending, late-stage withdrawal from the race has set off a chaotic blitz primary to replace him as the Democratic nominee. Numerous candidates have announced they are running including former Maine Senate president Troy Jackson, former Director of Maine's Center for Disease, Control and Prevention Nirav Shah, co-founder of Maine beer company Dan Kleban, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and state lawmaker Valli Geiger, along with Jordan Wood and Paige Loud, both of whom ran in the Maine second congressional district Democratic primary. The actual process for selecting a nominee has been the subject of debate – with many progressives arguing for caucuses – but POLITICO reports that by July 27th, “600 delegates must be selected,” including 500 from the state's 16 county parties, and these delegates will decide on a candidate to replace Platner via “an unprecedented nominating convention,” wherein all delegates come in unpledged to any candidate setting the stage for “what could be a raucous and unpredictable free-for-all.” It remains to be seen how this will all shake out, but it is notable that almost all of these candidates poll very strongly against Senator Susan Collins, with many polling higher than Platner ever did, while the Democratic Party's handpicked primary candidate, sitting Governor Janet Mills, still polls lower than Platner even since the scandal broke.* For our final Senate story, we turn to the senior Senator from Kentucky, Mitch McConnell. McConnell was recently found unconscious in his Washington, DC home and has been hospitalized since, and while Republican Senators and media figures like Scott Jennings claim to have spoken with him directly, his being sequestered away from the public has fueled rampant speculation about the severity of his condition and why it is being kept so secretive. Forbes reports that some figures on the right, including Steve Bannon, are “suggesting the Republican establishment is shielding the state of McConnell's health from the public to allow him to remain in office long enough to avoid [Kentucky Congressman Thomas] Massie running for his seat.” Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene told TMZ, “Thomas Massie would make a great senator.” The Hill reports that Andy Beshear, the Democratic Governor of Kentucky, sent a letter to McConnell's Senate office strongly requesting an update on the Senator's health, noting that “Over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the health and well-being of Sen. McConnell,” and that “Allowing speculation to continue in the media is not fair to the Senator or to Kentuckians, and my hope is that this provides him the opportunity to share the information in a transparent manner, direct from the source.”* In more positive news, AP reports former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan, who helped an immigrant escape ICE by ushering him through her jury room door was spared prison time in her sentencing this week. After the incident in her court room, Dugan was convicted of felony obstruction in what was widely seen as a political trial designed to exact retribution on behalf of the Trump administration. Dugan resigned her circuit judgeship under this assault; in her resignation letter, she warned that this prosecution threatened “the independence of our judiciary.” Dugan was fined $5,000.* Finally, in spiritual news, a story in the National Catholic Reporter recounts how Pope Leo XIV excommunicated thousands of clergy and followers of the far right, schismatic group, the Society of St. Pius X. While bishops and priests are judged prima facie schismatic for their consecration in the Society, lay followers of the sect will be judged schismatic if they consciously choose “adherence to the society over obedience to the pope,” and “exclusive participation in Lefebvrian ‘ecclesial' acts, without taking part in the acts of the Catholic Church,” a reference to the group's founder, Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. The proximate cause of this excommunication was the Society creating four new bishops in open defiance of Pope Leo, essentially daring the Church to act. This piece notes that the Society “has long been a thorn in the side of Rome,” and notes that the new papal decree rolls back privileges granted to the sect under Pope Francis, including administering the sacrament of penance and solemnizing marriages.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Tom Norton joins Brian Nichols to reveal why Trump won Michigan by a BIGGER margin in 2024 than 2016 - and how Republicans are quietly converting blue dog Democrats to turn a supposed blue state red. This is an Afghan War veteran and Michigan State Senate candidate breaking down the demographic shift nobody in the national media wants to admit: gun-owning, pro-union Democrats who are done with the far-left agenda and flipping right. According to Tom, Michigan isn't drifting blue... it's trending red, and it's becoming more conservative than it's been in decades. We expose the reality behind the "Michigan is a blue state" narrative... and the ground game that's actually moving the needle. Tom knocked roughly 8,000 doors in a single week - and he's selling voters on a platform that should make every bureaucrat in Lansing sweat. Gutting CPS. A Michigan version of DOGE. Full school choice. This is the playbook that's converting Democrats one door at a time. But here's the question that should keep both parties up at night... if a former blue wall state is flipping red, what does that do to the map in 2028? Get this shift wrong and you misread the entire country.Inside, you'll hear Tom explain why Michigan Democrats are "blue dog" Democrats who like their guns (17:19)... how the Michigan GOP went from Romney-Rockefeller liberal to genuinely conservative (17:19)... plus the CPS due-process nightmare costing veterans their kids (6:16) and the lottery-style audit he wants running the entire state budget, Ron Paul "audit the Fed" style (7:53). If you got value from this one, smash subscribe and hit the notification bell - new episodes drop every Thursday at 9PM Eastern. Follow Brian across X, Facebook, and Instagram @BNicholsLiberty. Today's show is powered by Cardio Miracle - head to cardiomiracle.com/TBNS  for 15% off. Support Tom's campaign at ThomasJNorton.com. Educated. Enlightened. Informed.CHAPTERS0:00 - Intro 2:54 - He Scared The Feds... Now He's Coming For CPS 6:16 - Why 62% Of CPS Kids Turn Violent 7:53 - Michigan's Version Of DOGE 10:32 - Where Your School Taxes Really Go 17:19 - Did Trump Turn Michigan Red? 21:40 - Where To Cast Your VoteLinks:Tom Norton for State Senate (campaign + donate) - ⁠https://www.thomasjnorton.com/⁠Donate direct - ⁠https://secure.anedot.com/friends-of-thomas-norton/donate⁠Tom Norton on X - ⁠https://x.com/ForNorton⁠Sponsor:Cardio Miracle - ⁠https://cardiomiracle.com/TBNS⁠ (15% off) The Brian Nichols Show:Follow Brian @BNicholsLiberty on X, Facebook, and InstagramWatch on YouTube, Rumble, X, Facebook - Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube MusicNew episodes Thursdays, 9PM EST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices