Podcasts about lansing

Most urban areas have nodes of density & vibrancy that set them apart from the city as a whole. Lansing's Old Town is one such node. Joining Chris to share the mission and successes of the now 30 year old organization is Old Town Commercial Association Executive Director, James Lenon!

When a dry-goods robbery in a river town leaves one clerk shot dead and two thieves drowned, a down-at-heel Ravenmill private eye is called in to put a name to the lone survivor — a soft-spoken scholar who keeps walking out of cages no man should be able to open.EPISODE PAGE (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/noir-mancagescouldntholdTHE REAL CASE BEHIND THIS STORY: This episode is inspired by the case of Edward H. Rulloff (1819–1871), a Canadian-born polymath who lived as both a respected scholar and a career criminal. A doctor, lawyer, schoolmaster, photographer, inventor, and self-taught philologist, Rulloff devoted his life to a language manuscript he believed would revolutionize the field — work he financed through theft and largely wrote in prison cells. In 1844 his wife, Harriet Schutt, and their infant daughter, Priscilla, vanished from Lansing, New York. No bodies were ever found despite repeated dragging of Cayuga Lake, and Rulloff was convicted of abduction rather than murder, serving ten years in Auburn Prison. A later murder conviction was overturned on appeal, and he was ultimately freed. He moved to New York City, where he and his associates Albert Jarvis and Billy Dexter robbed stores, specializing in hard-to-trace sewing silk. On August 17, 1870, the three men broke into Halbert's dry goods store in Binghamton, New York. A clerk and night watchman, Fred Merrick, was shot dead during the struggle. Jarvis and Dexter drowned in the Chenango River while fleeing; Rulloff was captured after giving false names and hiding in a farm outhouse. He was recognized as the long-suspected Lansing killer, tried for Merrick's murder, and convicted of first-degree murder. His case drew national debate — Horace Greeley argued his intellect was too valuable to waste, while Mark Twain mocked the sentiment in a satirical letter to the Tribune. Rulloff was hanged on May 18, 1871. Before his execution he confessed to killing his wife with a medicine pestle but never admitted to harming his daughter, who some believed survived and was raised by his brother. His body was displayed, a death mask was made, and his head was kept for study; his brain remains part of the Wilder Brain Collection at Cornell University to this day.WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: May 28, 2026

Transit in Metro Detroit is at an inflection point. We talk with Transportation Riders United executive director Megan Owens about the new Wayne County‑wide transit millage, what an extra eight bucks a month could unlock, and how our region invests less in buses than almost any big metro in America. The vote is crucial for the future of transit as it would finally opt-in all communites in Wayne County to transit, similar to how most places nationall work. If it fails, we could lose what service we do have.  They dig into Lansing's latest budget "switcheroo," how Oakland County's all‑in vote reshaped service, and TRU's upcoming Round‑the‑Mitten tour to prove you really can ride public transit from Detroit to Marquette.

Michigan, and mid-Michigan have been virtually flat in population for decades. A recent study shows that Michigan is projected to shrink, while the Lansing region is slated to grow. But is the news encouraging? Joining Chris to share important details is COO of LEAP, the Lansing Economic Area Partnership, Keith Lambert!

The wait is over. Trey Wilson, the voice of the Richmond Flying Squirrels on 910 The Fan, owner of one of the most aggressively orange baseball card collections in existence, and the freshly minted 2025 Tosty winner for Breakthrough Friendship of the Year, finally pulls up a chair.Trey takes us through the unlikely path that got him here: a flyer on a college bulletin board, a volleyball broadcast he was extremely bad at, a brief detour out of school he won't fully explain, and a slow climb through the Blue Jays minor league system from Bluefield to Lansing to Altoona before landing in Richmond. Along the way: idolizing Will Clark, sitting across from John Smoltz, why his "stats and research department" is actually just him on his third Celsius at 4 a.m. in a Best Western, and the running tally on his Martinsville hot dog record (currently 15, and yes he's trying to beat it).Catch Squirrels broadcasts on the Odyssey app (Sports Radio 910 The Fan) or on MLB.TV with the Giants set as a favorite. Tickets at squirrelsbaseball.com/tickets. And whatever you do, do not use promo code TREY.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women, yet so many women still don't realize how much power they have to change their future health. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Michelle Dew shares why understanding your heart health early can save your life later. From the impact of stress, hormones, menopause, and pregnancy to the importance of knowing your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar numbers, this episode breaks down heart health in a practical and empowering way. Dr. Dew also explains how women's symptoms often look different than men's, why prevention matters at every age, and how small daily choices can create lasting change. Through honest stories, expert insight, and compassionate guidance, this conversation reminds women that taking care of their heart is not selfish—it's essential.  Key Takeaways:   Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, but many cases are preventable through lifestyle changes and early awareness.   Women's heart attack symptoms can look different than men's, including fatigue, shortness of breath, jaw pain, or shoulder discomfort.   Every decade matters—your 20s, 30s, and 40s are all important seasons for building healthy habits and knowing your health numbers.   Stress, smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol all significantly impact long-term heart health.   Simple daily habits like walking, reducing stress, staying active, and listening to your body can protect your heart for years to come.   We couldn't highlight incredible stories like this without the support of our sponsor, CommunityAmerica Credit Union. Thank you for helping us promote connection, well-being, and stronger communities. If you're looking for trusted financial wellbeing resources, we invite you to connect with their team and take the next step toward greater financial confidence.  About Dr. Michell Dew:  Michelle Dew, MD, FACC, is an award-winning, Board-certified cardiologist with AdventHealth Medical Group. She sees patients at our cardiology practices in Merriam, Lawrence and Lansing, Kansas.  After earning her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Dr. Dew completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She went on to complete her cardiovascular disease fellowship, including service as chief cardiology fellow, at the University of Arizona-Tucson.  Dr. Dew's clinical interests include women's cardiac issues including during pregnancy and menopause; men's cardiac care; and general cardiac care such as prevention, maintenance and pre- and post-surgical care. Her vast clinical and leadership experience have earned her countless honors, including being named a Kansas City Top Doctor by Ingram's Magazine in 2021, 2022 and 2023.  Connect with Dr. Michelle Dew at:  https://www.facebook.com/drmichelledew  https://www.instagram.com/drmichelledew/  https://www.adventhealth.com/doctors/michelle-dew-md-facc-1003853763  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  https://www.youtube.com/@smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

Ever wonder how Lansing became the Capitol of Michigan? In this episode, I explore some of that early history as well as the State Capitol building.For more information, visit:MichaelDelaware.com

The Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves.  Episode 310 - Brad saw a frontman of an 80's hard rock band's solo band for the first time.  He saw Jack Russell's Great White at Tequila Cowboy in Lansing, MI on 12/16/15 - his first and last time seeing a show at this local venue.  For the Band on the Bill Spotlight, he creates a dream 25-song Great White setlist.  After a Slamfest Tip of the Week, he is faced with a "Which Side are you On?" Side 1 or 2 from from Jack Russell's Great Whites debut studio album, He Saw it Comin'', from 2015. Music in this episode by: Great White Jack Russell's Great White Black Sabbath Kiss Ozzy Visit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.com Request to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcast E-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com

Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. In our first hour, we were joined in studio by former Michigan Basketball Coach John Beilein. He and Huge talked about the Pistons losing that series against the Cavs, talked about what they think the Pistons still need and need to work on in the off-season, talked about some of the other NBA Playoff teams, and much more. Chris Balas from theWolverine.com then joined us. He updated us on Michigan Basketball, what guys are staying, what guys are going, and much more. Jim Comparoni from SpartanMag.com then joined us. He updated us on MSU Football and Basketball. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us in our second hour. He and Huge talked a little about the Pistons, talked about some of the Michigan Basketball players that have declared for the NBA Draft, and more. We were then joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge gave their thoughts on what the Pistons need to do in the off-season, they talked about Tom Izzo and MSU Basketball and the off-season, and much more. We were then joined by Greg Heeres, who is one of our Tigers insiders. He and Huge talked about all of the struggles for the Detroit Tigers, gave their thoughts on the pitching, and much more. In our final hour, we were joined in studio by former Michigan Basketball Coach John Beilein. He and Huge talked about the Pistons losing that series against the Cavs, talked about what they think the Pistons still need and need to work on in the off-season, talked about some of the other NBA Playoff teams, and much more. Anthony Broome from theWolverine.com then joined us. He updated us on what Dusty May and Michigan Basketball have been up to in the off-season, Anthony updated us on Coach Whittingham and 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.

Chris Holman welcomes Tim Daman, President and CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Lansing, MI. Chris Holman of Michigan Business Beat interviews Tim Daman, President and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, about the highlights of their Lansing Economic Club season, which featured speakers including Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a women's leadership panel, the Canadian Consul General, and MSU basketball figures Tom Izzo and Mike Garland. Daman outlines the upcoming fall lineup, including programs on NIL and college athletics, Fraunhofer's diamond coating technologies at MSU, regional economic growth, and a year-end financial forecast. He also reflects on the Chamber's broader mission, noting that post-COVID engagement is returning to pre-pandemic levels across events, leadership programs, and networking. On the national front, Daman highlights tariff uncertainty and the "Big Beautiful Bill" as top concerns, particularly its potential impact on higher education institutions like Michigan State University. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works Association, Lansing, MI. Ryan Hundt, CEO of the Michigan Works Association, joined Michigan Business Beat to discuss the organization's annual Impact Awards, held at Heritage Hall in Lansing, which celebrate standout success stories from across the Michigan Works network in all 83 counties. The event honored 16 winners — including businesses, job seekers, and community partners — and featured support from notable figures such as Senator Gary Peters, named the 2023 Legislator of the Year. Highlighted stories included Michigan Works West Central funding road patrol and paramedic training to bolster local public safety staffing, and West Michigan Works helping an individual named Shalondria Jackson overcome transportation and certification barriers to advance her healthcare career. Capital Area Michigan Works was also recognized for helping a refugee from Afghanistan — who had suffered significant personal tragedy — connect with the resources and employment support needed to rebuild his professional life in the U.S. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

We were joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge gave their thoughts on what the Pistons need to do in the off-season, they talked about Tom Izzo and MSU Basketball and the off-season, and 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.

Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us in our second hour. He and Huge talked a little about the Pistons, talked about some of the Michigan Basketball players that have declared for the NBA Draft, and more. We were then joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. He and Huge gave their thoughts on what the Pistons need to do in the off-season, they talked about Tom Izzo and MSU Basketball and the off-season, and much more. We were then joined by Greg Heeres, who is one of our Tigers insiders. He and Huge talked about all of the struggles for the Detroit Tigers, gave their thoughts on the pitching, and 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.

Tuesday, May 19th, MBN was on the road to Turner Street, Old Town, North Lansing, MI. Capital Area Michigan Works! was hosting "Race To Talent". This video shares the program opening, after breakfast, and before breakout sessions. Race to Talent - this video included remarks from ● Tekea Norwood, Chief Operating Officer of CAMW! ● Julie Mann, Founder & CEO of Lead With Collective. ● Jay LaNew, Apprenticeship Success Coordinator and Business Services Officer, CAMW!, Capital Area Michigan Works! Apprenticeship Benefits: ● Registered Apprenticeships are federally recognized and standardized programs that support the training, productivity, and retention of skilled workers. ● Apprenticeships are a proven win-win training model with benefits for both employers and our region's workforce. For example: ○ Apprenticeships offer a “learn and earn” model, allowing workers to contribute to the day-to-day operations of a company and earn a paycheck while they learn the necessary skills. ○ Apprenticeships lower turnover rates and reduce hiring expenses by developing talent from within. ○ Over 90% of apprentices are still employed with a company one-year after completing their apprenticeship. ● While many people are familiar with apprenticeships in the construction and manufacturing sectors, almost any occupation is a good fit for apprenticeships, including IT, accounting, childcare, and customer service. About Race to Talent: ● Race to Talent is for employers who want to grow, retain, and develop talent through registered apprenticeship programs. ● It is an outreach effort in partnership with the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to increase the number of employers offering registered apprenticeship programs. ● During the event today, employers will hear from regional companies that have built successful apprenticeship programs in healthcare, manufacturing, HR, and more! How CAMW! Supports Employers: ● Capital Area Michigan Works! can help employers create a custom registered apprenticeship program for their company's goals. ● We work directly with employers to ideate training opportunities and walk them through program requirements to build the best apprenticeship program for their team. Get Involved: ● Employers interested in starting an apprenticeship program should contact CAMW!'s apprenticeship team at apprenticeship@camw.net. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded May 14th, reloaded May 19th. Chris Holman welcomes back Phil Roos, Director, EGLE (Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy), Lansing, MI. Michigan has experienced significant flooding in recent weeks, with more than 40 dams under stress at one point. Can you walk us through what EGLE has been seeing on the ground? Your teams have been working around the clock with local, state, and federal partners. What does that coordination look like in real time when communities may be at risk? The state invested $44.5 million into the Dam Risk Reduction Program, but those funds are now exhausted. What does that funding gap mean for ongoing safety and prevention efforts? There's proposed legislation focused on strengthening dam safety. How would that change Michigan's approach from responding to issues after they happen to preventing risks before they become emergencies? Michigan leaders push for dam safety regulation updates Proposed legislation would strengthen oversight, increase accountability and provide new tools to reduce dam safety risks statewide TRAVERSE CITY, Michigan — Since 2021, Michigan has invested $44.5 million through the state's Dam Risk Reduction Program, yet it's estimated that an additional $1 billion is required to address necessary dam infrastructure upgrades across the state. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) brought together state, local and tribal leaders in Traverse City to highlight the urgent need for stronger action to improve dam safety, enhance oversight, and reduce risk to communities. “Under Governor Gretchen Whitmer's leadership, we've made historic investments to repair and remove aging dams, helping protect communities and reduce long-term risk.” said EGLE Director Phil Roos. “We have a solid foundation in place, and now we need to strengthen our tools that support dam safety. Proposed legislation builds on that progress by modernizing oversight, increasing accountability to ensure we can better safeguard people, infrastructure and our natural resources.” The recent flooding conditions are highlighting the importance of proactive investment in dam safety. House Bill 5485, introduced by Rep. Bill Schuette (R-Midland), would expand oversight and funding for all of Michigan's dams. The legislation would: Expand state oversight and modernize regulations to better protect communities from flooding and infrastructure failure. Require dam owners to register and plan ahead, including comprehensive safety, inspection and asset management strategies. Increase inspection frequency and accountability to identify risks earlier and timely action. Raise design and safety standards so dams can better withstand extreme weather and changing climate conditions. Create new funding and emergency response tools, including a dedicated emergency fund and grant program to address high-risk dams. Michigan is home to more than 2,500 dams, many of which were originally constructed in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Around 1,000 dams are currently regulated by the state. Between 2022 and 2025, the Dam Risk Reduction Program has funded 56 projects, including 20 dam removals, 16 rehabilitation efforts, and 20 engineering studies. Local, state, and tribal leaders tour Union Street Dam The Boardman-Ottaway River restoration is the largest dam removal and river restoration project in Michigan and one of the most significant in the Great Lakes region. Over more than a decade, the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and state, federal, and local partners, removed three aging dams, reconnecting more than 160 miles of river and tributaries. The effort restored natural flow, improved habitat, enhanced water quality and created new recreational opportunities. To learn more about how Michigan is improving dam safety and supporting communities, visit EGLE's Dam Safety Program website. ###

Chris Holman welcomes Jason Cords, Executive Manager, Shaheen Chevrolet and Shaheen Cadillac, Lansing, MI. Jason Cords, Executive Manager of Shaheen Chevrolet and Shaheen Cadillac in Lansing, discussed the current state of the auto market on Michigan Business Beat, noting that while sales remain steady after 55 years in business, tariff uncertainty is beginning to thin the vehicle pipeline as GM shifts production — most notably moving Silverado manufacturing entirely to Fort Wayne, Indiana. Cords noted that parts costs are an emerging concern, with potential tariff impacts expected to be felt more significantly in the next quarter. On the product mix front, EV leases are performing well thanks to GM incentives, trucks remain consistently popular, and there are signs GM may be returning to a stronger hybrid focus after previously stepping back from it. Shaheen also operates a fleet of 77 parts and delivery trucks, remaining the top parts distributor in Michigan despite new GM program changes that took effect May 1st. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes John Walsh, President and CEO, Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA), Lansing, MI. John Walsh, President and CEO of the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA), joined Michigan Business Beat to discuss several key initiatives, including a new series of executive roundtable meetings aimed at helping Michigan manufacturers explore and expand their participation in the defense and aerospace industry. MMA is also opening nominations for its Manufacturing Excellence Awards, including the publicly voted "Coolest Thing Made in Michigan," with the annual awards dinner set for November. Walsh highlighted the launch of a new Research and Development tax credit, backed by $100 million in funding and supported by bipartisan leadership and Governor Whitmer, with MMA providing a dedicated hub at MIMFG.org to help members prepare for the first round of applications in 2026. When asked about the biggest challenges facing members, Walsh cited ongoing talent shortages and significant uncertainty at both the federal and state levels as the top concerns. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Stephanie Beckhorn, Deputy Director of Employment and Training, Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), Lansing, MI. Michigan ranks fourth in the nation for active registered apprenticeships despite being only tenth in population, according to Stephanie Beckhorn, Deputy Director of Employment and Training for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). The newly released 2025 Registered Apprenticeships in Michigan report highlights record numbers of new apprentices, with construction leading the way and growing participation in nontraditional fields like healthcare, public administration, and teaching. Governor Whitmer's FY2026 budget proposes a $19 million investment in registered apprenticeships, projected to support over 1,700 new apprentices and 130 businesses, with strong outcomes including median annual earnings exceeding $80,000 and a 94% employer retention rate one year after completion. LEO also recently launched the Michigan Statewide Infrastructure Workforce Plan to align workforce development with over $16 billion in incoming federal infrastructure funding, with registered apprenticeships identified as a key pillar for completing those projects. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Joe and Kieffer from Tequila Mockingbird join us for a deep dive into the Michigan music scene, the evolution of emo and post-hardcore genres, and the stories behind influential bands and their impact on the scene. We explore the influence of video game soundtracks on music discovery, the vibrant DIY festival culture in Lansing, Michigan. About Bardown Breakdown:Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are not an Isles podcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

Chris Holman welcomes Becky Burtka, VP of Member Engagement, Michigan State Chamber of Commerce, Lansing, MI and also Lorri Rishar Jandron, CEO, Edge Partnerships, Lansing, MI. Host Chris Holman introduces Lorri Rishar Jandron, CEO of Edge Partnerships, and Becky Burtka, VP of Member Engagement at the Michigan State Chamber of Commerce, who share their career backgrounds — Becky as a former legislative staffer and Lorri as a journalist-turned-PR professional who built her own agency over 17 years. The two are launching a new show on the Michigan Business Network called *Bold LeadHers*, designed to highlight women's leadership stories from diverse backgrounds across Michigan and beyond, with "BOLD" standing for Breaking barriers, Owning your path, Leading with confidence, and Delivering results. Chris then shares his own career journey — from teaching and coaching to business consulting and entrepreneurship — and reflects on the sweeping changes he has witnessed over his career, particularly in technology and the growing prominence of women in business and corporate leadership. The segment closes with enthusiasm from all three about the show's potential to inspire and inform audiences on bold leadership. The full transcript features a conversation on Michigan Business Beat between host Chris Holman, Lorri Rishar Jandron of Edge Partnerships, and Becky Burtka of the Michigan State Chamber of Commerce, centered on the launch of their new show *Bold LeadHers* on the Michigan Business Network. The show is designed to spotlight women leaders from all walks of life, sharing compelling stories of breaking barriers and leading with confidence, while also addressing the very human challenges of balancing professional and personal roles. Chris reflects on the dramatic progress women have made in business and corporate leadership over his career, expressing optimism that future generations — including his own daughter and granddaughter — won't need to think about glass ceilings at all. The segment closes on an enthusiastic and forward-looking note, with all three expressing excitement about the show's mission to inspire bold leadership across Michigan and beyond. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Kylee Guenther, Co-Founder, 3R Pallets, Okemos, MI. Kylee Guenther, co-founder of 3R Pallets based in Okemos, Michigan, is disrupting the $26 billion shipping pallet industry by offering cost-effective pallets made from recycled plastics and crop waste, replacing traditional wooden pallets that consume vast amounts of lumber. The company aims to help customers ship more efficiently while reducing environmental impact. 3R Pallets has received strong support from the Lansing Regional SmartZone and was recently accepted into TechStars, an internationally recognized startup accelerator with roughly a 1% acceptance rate, where the team spent three months refining their business skills and building key connections. The company is planning a major investor funding round to close current customer deals, expand their market, and hire talent, while using the Lansing area as a warehousing and distribution hub given its proximity to major shipping corridors. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Andria Romkema, Senior Vice President of Development, The Right Place, Lansing, MI. Host Chris Holman speaks with Andria Romkema, Senior Vice President of Development at The Right Place, the economic development organization for the Greater Grand Rapids region, which meets with over 600 companies annually to support business growth and community development. A recent highlight is OBD Insurance's decision to move its headquarters downtown, adding 131 new jobs on top of its existing 100 positions — a homegrown company doubling down on its commitment to the region. The Right Place's latest manufacturing report revealed a notable shift in sentiment: for the first time, sales concerns have edged out talent as manufacturers' top priority, though talent remains a very close second. The segment also previews Grand Rapids Tech Week, scheduled for the week of September 15th, a free community event that has grown from 3,000 attendees in its first year to over 16,000, and is open to everyone, not just those in the tech industry. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

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 May 18, 2026.The "electability" word is being used during the heated Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary race. It's a word being used by corporate-establishment Democratic Party officials, who also happen to support AIPAC's choice, Congresswoman Haley Stevens. Establishment types are freaking-out that progressive-populist candidate, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, is leading in the polls over Stevens and state Senator Mallory McMorrow. Those backing Stevens say she can win in Michigan, and she's the only one who can defeat the presumptive MAGA Republican nominee, "Florida" Mike Rogers, who lost against Elissa Slotkin in their 2024 Senate showdown. Pat Johnston explains why he doesn't fear "Florida" Mike, and neither should you this coming November... as long as Democrats pick the right person.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:"Poll: Trump's Michigan approval plunges, undermining GOP hopes for key Senate Seat." BY Brad LaPlant of WLNS in Lansing "Clinton takes lead over Obama in national poll." By NBC News

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 May 15, 2026.Planned Parenthood of Michigan is asking Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer to use her executive powers by directing much-needed $5 million to fill a funding gap caused by the Trump Regime.But rather than "fight like Hell," and push-back against the White Christian MAGA Nationalist extremists, Whitmer told Planned Parenthood of Michigan that she can't do anything. So much for "That Woman From Michigan."Pat Johnston examines Whitmer's transformation from a Trump Regime Resister to someone who seems interested in not being governor anymore. 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/joinClick here to vote on the LOL Weekly Web Poll!NOTES:"Planned Parenthood once had a fighter in Gov. Whitmer. This time she folded." By Jon King of Michigan Advance "Planned Parenthood of MI asks Whitmer for $5M to prevent clinic closures, she defers to Legislature." By Katherine Dailey of Michigan Advance

Chris Holman welcomes Doug Fleming, Executive Director, Lansing Housing Commission, Lansing, MI. Chris Holman interviews Doug Fleming, Executive Director of the Lansing Housing Commission, about two major new housing developments on Grand Avenue in Lansing: Riverview 220, a mixed-use building with 56 affordable units and 7 market-rate units supported by federal tax credits, and Grand Vista Place, an all-affordable development — both targeting residents at around 60% of Area Median Income. Fleming highlights the severity of Lansing's housing shortage, with rental vacancy rates at just 2–2.5%, roughly half of what a healthy market requires, and notes that stable, affordable housing is foundational to addressing broader economic and social challenges for residents. The Commission has invested over $114 million in housing across the city over the past five years, including renovations to approximately 550 existing units and state-of-the-art security upgrades. Looking ahead, Fleming outlined plans to continue building affordable housing, explore single-family home renovations for sale to lower-income buyers, and seek land and buildings to purchase and develop to meet the region's ongoing demand. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Ben Rathbun, CEO, Rathbun Insurance, Lansing, MI. Chris Holman interviews Ben Rathbun, CEO of Rathbun Insurance in Lansing, Michigan, a family-owned agency founded in 1956 that has operated across three generations of the Rathbun family. Ben took over the business unexpectedly about three and a half years ago following the sudden death of his father, Paul Rathbun, but was able to hit the ground running thanks to existing contingency planning and the support of his business partner, David Finkbeiner. As Finkbeiner now retires, the agency is welcoming Laura Stoken — who has served as COO for two and a half years — as a full partner, bringing her background in government, public policy, and operations to help grow the business and expand insurance access to underserved communities, including limited English-speaking populations. The agency currently has 15 employees and is investing $750,000 to renovate its downtown Lansing building, with plans to eventually accommodate a staff of 23. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Bob Trezise, President and CEO, Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Lansing, MI. Chris Holman interviews Bob Trezise, President and CEO of the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), a regional economic development organization serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties. LEAP takes a holistic approach beyond traditional business attraction, also addressing small business development, housing, childcare, and public transportation — needs increasingly raised by major employers like the Altium electric battery plant, a $2.5 billion project recently transferred from GM to LG Energy Solutions that will create 1,700 jobs. In 2024, LEAP projected nearly 1,000 direct jobs created, with over half stemming from small business and entrepreneurial development efforts — a notable shift for the Lansing region. A highlight of the year was landing Canadian auto manufacturer Markdom, which chose Charlotte, Michigan for its first U.S. plant, bringing 170 quality engineering jobs and a building rehabilitation project. Trezise credited strong regional collaboration — among LEAP, the Chamber, Michigan Works, and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation — as the best he has seen in his 30-year career. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Tim Daman, President and CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Lansing, MI. Tim Daman, President and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, reflected on a strong 2024 for the organization, noting that event attendance and membership returned to pre-2020 levels and that community engagement felt genuinely normal again. While inflation and workforce development remain ongoing concerns for members, Daman highlighted a growing challenge around regulatory complexity at the federal, state, and local levels that can hinder regional development. Looking ahead to 2025, the chamber is partnering with the Lansing Economic Area Partnership to launch a state-of-the-region benchmarking report comparing the area against 11 peer regions on key economic indicators. Daman also noted that issues like housing, childcare, and public safety have increasingly become part of the chamber's strategic focus, recognizing their direct impact on the region's ability to attract employers and sustain long-term growth. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Scott Berman, Founder, Dining Ventures, East Lansing, MI. Dining Ventures, founded by operating partner Scott Berman around 2010, is a diverse hospitality group based in East Lansing that currently operates several brands including Culver's, Heist Grill, and three One North locations across Michigan. Berman originally conceived the company as a retirement plan but has since grown it into an active, expanding enterprise that also owns the American Bistro brand and a fast food concept called Ketchup still in development. Like many in the restaurant industry, Dining Ventures faces significant pressures from wage inflation, food costs, and legislation, though Berman emphasizes a company culture focused on being an employer of choice to navigate those challenges. Looking ahead, the company is pursuing a second Culver's location, exploring a potential restaurant partnership in a new downtown Lansing event center, and Berman plans to investigate franchising opportunities at the National Restaurant Association conference in May. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Jim Baker, Owner, Innovare, Lansing, MI. Innovare, headquartered in Lansing, Michigan and owned by Jim Baker, is an office furniture company specializing in serving businesses with multiple locations across the country, with 80% of its business conducted outside Michigan. The company's niche is providing a single point of contact for facility managers who need consistent product and installation across many offices, with clients in California, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and even Hawaii. Contrary to what many might expect, COVID-19 was actually a growth period for Innovare, as companies scrambled to retrofit workstations with dividers and stackers, and the recent return-to-office trend has brought another wave of demand. Baker attributes much of his client growth to strong relationships and customer service, with several major accounts following him across companies or expanding their work with him to new cities. Innovare ensures quality control on out-of-state jobs by always sending a trusted lead employee to oversee local installation crews. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Jeff Magnuson, Executive Director of the James B. Henry Center for Executive Development, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI. Jeff Magnuson, executive director of the James B. Henry Center for Executive Development at Michigan State University, discussed the center's role as a full-service educational conference facility on MSU's campus that has been operating since 2001. Magnuson was recently honored as the Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) Star of the Year by Choose Lansing, a recognition tied to his 15 years of facilitating the CTA program, which trains frontline hospitality employees about the Lansing region's attractions and the importance of customer service. He also highlighted notable 2024 tourism statistics for the Tri-County Lansing region, including 6.7 million annual visitors, 9,500 local hospitality jobs, and $732 million in total economic impact. Magnuson emphasized that supporting local restaurants, arts venues, and hospitality facilities is essential to sustaining and growing that economic contribution. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Rev. Dr. Trevor Sutton joins Mark and Julianna to break down the complexity of how AI and technology are impacting our world, our teens and our youth ministry.   Bio: Rev. Dr. A. Trevor Sutton is the Senior Pastor of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Lansing, Michigan. Sutton has written several books, including Redeeming Technology (coauthored with Brian Smith, M.D.) and Authentic Christianity (coauthored with Gene Edward Veith Jr.) and serves as an adjunct professor of theology at Concordia University, Irvine in Irvine, California. He teaches, writes, and speaks frequently about technology and the church in a digital age.  Resources: YouthESource Website – youthesource.com

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #178 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-14:59: Iran War, Ballrooms, and Gas PricesPat Johnston opens this week's show highlighting how Dear Leader Trump's price tag for his precious White House ballroom has doubled, and taxpayers will fund it! Meanwhile, thanks to The Trump Regime's and Israel's illegal Iran War, gas prices keep hovering around $5, and fertilizer costs are decimating Michigan farmers. Working class Michiganders continue to suffer thanks to a this war as inflation is outdoing any wage gains, but Dear Leader Trump says he doesn't really think about the financial situations of the working class. 15:00-37:25: MI Senate Race Polls/AIPAC & StevensNew polling shows progressive Dr. Abdul El-Sayed leading by NINE-POINTS over Democratic establishment choice (and Ms. AIPAC) Congresswoman Haley Stevens, and a 10-Point lead over State Senator Mallory McMorrow in the Democratic Primary for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat. And with poll numbers showing progressive William Lawrence going toe-to-toe with Democratic establishment candidates in the state's 7th Congressional District, it's leading some observers to conclude the electoral energy right now is with Michigan progressives. 37:26-45:00: Last Call...Data Center RejectionA new Gallup Poll reveals 7 of 10 Americans are against Artificial Intelligence Data Centers, and Pat explains why this is the case. 44:01-48:42: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinClick Here to Vote on the Weekly "LOL" Poll on The Supreme CourtNotes: "Polling shows it. Progressive energy is real." By Kyle Melinn of The City Pulse "New poll shows surging El-Sayed leading Senate nomination race." By Todd Spangler of The Detroit Free Press "Lawrence gets thumbs up from Tlaib in race for Michigan's 7th Congressional District." By Kyle Davidson of Michigan Advance "Democratic U.S. Senate candidates escalate attacks as Michigan primary intensifies." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance (via Michigan Public Radio)"Mysterious pro-Israel-linked group spends $5.3M to boost Haley Stevens." By Steve Neavling of Detroit Metro Times "Michigan farms ‘losing money on every acre' as war spikes costs." By Rob French of Bridge Michigan "AIPAC-backed Stevens ousts Levin in race seen as bellwether on US-Israel politics." By Andrew Lapin of Times of Israel "Not in my backyard: Most Americans oppose AI data centers, Gallup finds." By Chris Williams of FOX 2 TV in Detroit "Trump calls MS NOW reporter ‘dumb' for pointing out ballooning ballroom cost." By Julianne McShane of MS Now #podcast #politics #progressives #Democrats #Senate #Michigan #Election2026 #Election #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #DataCenters #BigTech #Greed #DemocraticSocialism #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #AbdulElSayed #HaleyStevens #MalloryMcMorrow #LisaMcClain #IranWar #Israel #AIPAC #Ballrooms #Inflation #WorkingClass #Unions #Farmers #WilliamLawrence #Congress #MikeJohnson #CorporateWelfare #Authoritarianism #Fascism #Democracy #Leftof Lansing

Chris Holman welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams, President & CEO, Capital Region Airport Authority, Lansing, MI, to the MBN studio at the airport. Welcome back, Nicole. Tell us about United Airlines' status for resuming LANsing service? A Centennial Celebration coming up? What routes is Breeze covering at this time? Are road construction projects on target? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Big news at #FlyLansing! A historic milestone is on the horizon — 100 years of flight at LAN! Mark your calendar for a memorable event honoring a century of LANdings at the Capital Region International Airport. Our Centennial Celebration will feature a variety of activities, refreshments, giveaways, and more. LAN hope to see you there — stay tuned to our social media for additional information in the coming weeks!

Originally uploaded April 14, reloaded May 5, 2026. MBN was on the road to cover PitchMI's Finals competition on Tuesday, April 7. The MSU Research Foundation hosted the event at Grewal Hall in Lansing from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PitchMI brought together four founders from Michigan-built startups spanning healthcare, AI, navigation technology, and sustainable tech. These finalists were selected last autumn and were competing for a $1 million investment. More than 300 Michigan-based startups applied. Now, just four finalists remained. This interview was one of four right before they took the stage, each pitching with the goal of the Million. This year's finalists included: Lindsay Joseph, co-founder and CEO of BedConnect, Ann Arbor Max Albert, CEO of Adrenaline Interactive, Ann Arbor Parker Boundy, co-founder and CEO of General Orbit, Ann Arbor (This Interview) Josef Hjelmaker, founder and CEO of Electric Outdoors, Detroit What can happen in seven minutes? On Tuesday, April 7, four Michigan startups stepped on stage in Lansing and pitched for a $1 million investment. Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, PitchMI is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, with more than 400 attendees. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Startup wins $1 Million Investment at Second Statewide PitchMI Competition Adrenaline Interactive of Ann Arbor, a startup specializing in dynamic in-game advertising, was named the winner of the 2026 competition, which saw 375 applicants from around the state. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes "Shark Tank" style competition at Grewal Hall in Lansing, the company was awarded a $1 million investment, bringing its total PitchMI winnings to $1.375 million. “Winning feels surreal. To be honest, I still don't really believe that I won, because the other companies were just so phenomenal,” said CEO and founder of Adrenaline Interactive, Max Albert. “There were four great companies up there, and I feel so lucky to share the stage with all of them. In terms of the future, this check is so meaningful to help us bring back advertising dollars to the state of Michigan.” PitchMI (pronounced “Pitch-Me”) is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, designed to identify and invest in Michigan's most promising startups. The PitchMI Championship served as the culmination of a statewide search for Michigan's most innovative startups, highlighting the state's commitment to fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting founders who want to make a career or business in Michigan. “Michigan is a place where big ideas come to life, and today's PitchMI Championship is yet another example of how Michigan is creating the jobs of the future,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Congratulations to Adrenaline Interactive and all of the competing companies. By investing in our homegrown entrepreneurs, we are creating high-tech jobs and ensuring Michigan remains the best place in the world to innovate, grow a business, and dream big.” The road to the championship began in the fall of 2025 with four regional pitch events across the state, which saw 375 applications from founders in more than 100 Michigan communities. These regional competitions focused on key growth sectors.

Originally uploaded April 14, reloaded May 6, 2026. MBN was on the road to cover PitchMI's Finals competition on Tuesday, April 7. The MSU Research Foundation hosted the event at Grewal Hall in Lansing from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PitchMI brought together four founders from Michigan-built startups spanning healthcare, AI, navigation technology, and sustainable tech. These finalists were selected last autumn and were competing for a $1 million investment. More than 300 Michigan-based startups applied. Now, just four finalists remained. This interview was one of four right before they took the stage, each pitching with the goal of the Million. This year's finalists included: (This Interview) Lindsay Joseph, co-founder and CEO of BedConnect, Ann Arbor Max Albert, CEO of Adrenaline Interactive, Ann Arbor Parker Boundy, co-founder and CEO of General Orbit, Ann Arbor Josef Hjelmaker, founder and CEO of Electric Outdoors, Detroit What can happen in seven minutes? On Tuesday, April 7, four Michigan startups stepped on stage in Lansing and pitched for a $1 million investment. Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, PitchMI is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, with more than 400 attendees. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Startup wins $1 Million Investment at Second Statewide PitchMI Competition Adrenaline Interactive of Ann Arbor, a startup specializing in dynamic in-game advertising, was named the winner of the 2026 competition, which saw 375 applicants from around the state. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes "Shark Tank" style competition at Grewal Hall in Lansing, the company was awarded a $1 million investment, bringing its total PitchMI winnings to $1.375 million. “Winning feels surreal. To be honest, I still don't really believe that I won, because the other companies were just so phenomenal,” said CEO and founder of Adrenaline Interactive, Max Albert. “There were four great companies up there, and I feel so lucky to share the stage with all of them. In terms of the future, this check is so meaningful to help us bring back advertising dollars to the state of Michigan.” PitchMI (pronounced “Pitch-Me”) is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, designed to identify and invest in Michigan's most promising startups. The PitchMI Championship served as the culmination of a statewide search for Michigan's most innovative startups, highlighting the state's commitment to fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting founders who want to make a career or business in Michigan. “Michigan is a place where big ideas come to life, and today's PitchMI Championship is yet another example of how Michigan is creating the jobs of the future,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Congratulations to Adrenaline Interactive and all of the competing companies. By investing in our homegrown entrepreneurs, we are creating high-tech jobs and ensuring Michigan remains the best place in the world to innovate, grow a business, and dream big.” The road to the championship began in the fall of 2025 with four regional pitch events across the state, which saw 375 applications from founders in more than 100 Michigan communities. These regional competitions focused on key growth sectors.

Originally uploaded April 14, reloaded May 6, 2026. MBN was on the road to cover PitchMI's Finals competition on Tuesday, April 7. The MSU Research Foundation hosted the event at Grewal Hall in Lansing from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Before catching up with the contestants, we spoke with David Washburn from the hosting organization. PitchMI brought together four founders from Michigan-built startups spanning healthcare, AI, navigation technology, and sustainable tech. These finalists were selected last autumn and were competing for a $1 million investment. More than 300 Michigan-based startups applied. Now, just four finalists remained. This interview was one of four right before they took the stage, each pitching with the goal of the Million. This year's finalists included: Lindsay Joseph, co-founder and CEO of BedConnect, Ann Arbor Max Albert, CEO of Adrenaline Interactive, Ann Arbor Parker Boundy, co-founder and CEO of General Orbit, Ann Arbor Josef Hjelmaker, founder and CEO of Electric Outdoors, Detroit What can happen in seven minutes? On Tuesday, April 7, four Michigan startups stepped on stage in Lansing and pitched for a $1 million investment. Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, PitchMI is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, with more than 400 attendees. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Startup wins $1 Million Investment at Second Statewide PitchMI Competition Adrenaline Interactive of Ann Arbor, a startup specializing in dynamic in-game advertising, was named the winner of the 2026 competition, which saw 375 applicants from around the state. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes "Shark Tank" style competition at Grewal Hall in Lansing, the company was awarded a $1 million investment, bringing its total PitchMI winnings to $1.375 million. “Winning feels surreal. To be honest, I still don't really believe that I won, because the other companies were just so phenomenal,” said CEO and founder of Adrenaline Interactive, Max Albert. “There were four great companies up there, and I feel so lucky to share the stage with all of them. In terms of the future, this check is so meaningful to help us bring back advertising dollars to the state of Michigan.” PitchMI (pronounced “Pitch-Me”) is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, designed to identify and invest in Michigan's most promising startups. The PitchMI Championship served as the culmination of a statewide search for Michigan's most innovative startups, highlighting the state's commitment to fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting founders who want to make a career or business in Michigan. “Michigan is a place where big ideas come to life, and today's PitchMI Championship is yet another example of how Michigan is creating the jobs of the future,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Congratulations to Adrenaline Interactive and all of the competing companies. By investing in our homegrown entrepreneurs, we are creating high-tech jobs and ensuring Michigan remains the best place in the world to innovate, grow a business, and dream big.” The road to the championship began in the fall of 2025 with four regional pitch events across the state, which saw 375 applications from founders in more than 100 Michigan communities. These regional competitions focused on key growth sectors.

Originally uploaded April 14, reloaded May 6, 2026. MBN was on the road to cover PitchMI's Finals competition on Tuesday, April 7. The MSU Research Foundation hosted the event at Grewal Hall in Lansing from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PitchMI brought together four founders from Michigan-built startups spanning healthcare, AI, navigation technology, and sustainable tech. These finalists were selected last autumn and were competing for a $1 million investment. More than 300 Michigan-based startups applied. Now, just four finalists remained. This interview was one of four right before they took the stage, each pitching with the goal of the Million. This year's finalists included: Lindsay Joseph, co-founder and CEO of BedConnect, Ann Arbor Max Albert, CEO of Adrenaline Interactive, Ann Arbor Parker Boundy, co-founder and CEO of General Orbit, Ann Arbor Josef Hjelmaker, founder and CEO of Electric Outdoors, Detroit What can happen in seven minutes? On Tuesday, April 7, four Michigan startups stepped on stage in Lansing and pitched for a $1 million investment. Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, PitchMI is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, with more than 400 attendees. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Startup wins $1 Million Investment at Second Statewide PitchMI Competition Adrenaline Interactive of Ann Arbor, a startup specializing in dynamic in-game advertising, was named the winner of the 2026 competition, which saw 375 applicants from around the state. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan State University (MSU) Research Foundation to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes "Shark Tank" style competition at Grewal Hall in Lansing, the company was awarded a $1 million investment, bringing its total PitchMI winnings to $1.375 million. “Winning feels surreal. To be honest, I still don't really believe that I won, because the other companies were just so phenomenal,” said CEO and founder of Adrenaline Interactive, Max Albert. “There were four great companies up there, and I feel so lucky to share the stage with all of them. In terms of the future, this check is so meaningful to help us bring back advertising dollars to the state of Michigan.” PitchMI (pronounced “Pitch-Me”) is one of the nation's largest founder-focused startup competitions, designed to identify and invest in Michigan's most promising startups. The PitchMI Championship served as the culmination of a statewide search for Michigan's most innovative startups, highlighting the state's commitment to fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting founders who want to make a career or business in Michigan. “Michigan is a place where big ideas come to life, and today's PitchMI Championship is yet another example of how Michigan is creating the jobs of the future,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Congratulations to Adrenaline Interactive and all of the competing companies. By investing in our homegrown entrepreneurs, we are creating high-tech jobs and ensuring Michigan remains the best place in the world to innovate, grow a business, and dream big.” The road to the championship began in the fall of 2025 with four regional pitch events across the state, which saw 375 applications from founders in more than 100 Michigan communities. These regional competitions focused on key growth sectors.

Chris Holman welcomes back Shelia Scott, Community Financial Education & Business Development Officer, West Lansing Branch, LAFCU Headquarters. Welcome back, Sheila. Remind us about April being Financial Literacy Month? You recently wrapped up an 8-month class with a graduation. Tell us about that? $2500 is to be awarded to teachers soon. Tell us about that? Congratulations, LAFCU, for winning the statewide innovation award for tackling financial instability at its roots? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ LAFCU to award $2,500 in grants to Michigan teachers Five $500 grants to support classroom needs; applications now open LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is once again accepting applications for its Teachers Grant Contest, providing financial support to educators across Michigan to help enhance their classrooms and student learning experiences. The credit union will award five $500 grants, totaling $2,500, to Michigan teachers. The funds are intended to help cover the cost of classroom supplies, resources and other educational needs—reducing the out-of-pocket expenses many educators face. Michigan pre-K through 12th-grade teachers are encouraged to apply online at www.lafcu.com/teachersgrant through May 15. Applicants will be asked to briefly describe how the grant funds would benefit their classroom and students. Applicants do not need to be LAFCU members but must be legal residents of Michigan and actively teaching during the 2026-2027 school year. “Teachers consistently go above and beyond for their students, often purchasing supplies with their own money,” said Shelia Scott, LAFCU community financial education and business development officer. “Grants like this one help ease that burden by providing extra support for classroom tools and resources that enhance learning and student engagement.” Up to two grants may be awarded per school building. For more information or to apply, visit www.lafcu.com/teachersgrant. LAFCU also supports education through its Innovation for Education (LIFE) Grant, which awards $10,000 to one Michigan school annually for a project that enhances learning, creativity and student well-being. Schools have until May 1 to apply for the LIFE Grant here: www.lafcu.com/life. About LAFCU Founded in 1936, LAFCU (pronounced laugh-cue) is a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union open to all who live, work, worship or attend school in Michigan, and to Michigan businesses. LAFCU serves more than 74,000 members and holds over $1 billion in assets. With a particular focus on serving people of modest means, LAFCU is committed to enhancing its members' financial well-being and creating long-lasting positive change across generations. Awarded the prestigious Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, LAFCU is known for its people-helping-people mission, which has led to award-winning financial literacy programs for all ages. A three-time honoree as a national ‘Best Credit Union to Work For,' LAFCU has also been recognized as a Best Place to Work for Women and an Inclusive Workplace and is recognized globally for its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Learn more at www.lafcu.com. # # #

Chris Holman welcomes Tim Klont, Chief Operating Officer, MSHDA, Lansing, MI. Welcome Tim. Remind the Michigan business community about MSHDA? You're the head of the planning committee for a big event MSHDA is hosting soon. Tell us about it? So, the 2026 Building Michigan Communities Conference (BMCC), features networking, educational sessions, and policy discussions. What's a highlight for this year? We've visited this before, and Cinnaire often plays a big role. Speak about their commitment to community housing? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ A Must-Attend Second Plenary Added BMCC is thrilled to announce a fresh new take on the typical plenary experience: Building SHP 2.0 Together: A Statewide Working Session Get an inside look at the progress of Michigan's Statewide Housing Plan and help shape what comes next. This won't be a typical plenary. After a quick update on what's working (and what we've learned), we'll roll up our sleeves for a hands-on session where your voice matters. Using a mix of interactive techniques that mirror the engagement strategies of the broader SHP 2.0 process, attendees will: Share challenges and regional differences across Michigan's housing landscape Contribute insights drawn from experience See their input reflected in real time and connected to emerging statewide strategies This is your chance to directly influence SHP 2.0 and be part of building an action-focused, responsive, and implementation-ready SHP 2.0 housing blueprint for Michigan. The plenary will be hosted by: Kyle Smith headshot Kyle Smith is a national subject matter expert in housing supply, local housing planning, and zoning reforms. For ICF, he leads teams developing innovative housing solutions for regions, states, and cities, and has provided technical assistance for HUD, FHWA, the Chicago-area Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, and other organizations. For five years, he served as director of the Chicago-area Homes for a Changing Region program, which provided technical assistance to municipalities to produce local housing policy plans, and he provided technical assistance on housing and transportation affordability strategies at the Center for Neighborhood Technology. He serves as Project Manager for Michigan's Statewide Housing Plan 2.0. Courtney Barthle headshot Courtney Barthle is a senior people and project leader, published author, expert facilitator, and recognized speaker and coach. She leads project teams working to develop equitable solutions for dismantling systems that limit economic mobility and self-determination for marginalized families. A research-to-practice expert with decades of experience in human-centered design and multimodal stakeholder engagement, she leads ICF's Poverty Solutions practice and advises across multisector equity-focused program offerings. She is honored to be leading the community engagement elements of Michigan's Statewide Housing Plan 2.0 effort. Explore Tracks BMCC features 80+ sessions across five learning tracks plus two bonus tracks, offering practical tools and new perspectives you can bring back to your community. Asset Management Community & Economic Development Homeownership Finance & Development Preventing & Ending Homelessness Rental Finance & Development CHECK OUT SESSIONS

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Erika unpacks a name Adonai - Lord.  Abraham first used it in Genesis 15:2 when Abraham reminds God he doesn't have an heir.  From this story and other verses, we find this aspect of God as master and ruler.  We are reminded we are called to obey our Master - much like Abraham did in Genesis 22 when God told him to sacrifice his only son.  But we also see how God as master is "my master."  There is a close personal connection that reminds us we are in a relationship that allows us to cry out to "my master" whenever we need Him.Our word study podcast is episode 258. Our website is The Context and Color of the BibleWe are on Facebook - The Context and Color of the Bible | FacebookWe are on Instagram - @contextandcolorofthebibleWe are on YouTube - The Context and Color of the Bible - YouTubeMusic: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Veronica and Erika will be at the Hands On Fair in Lansing, MI May 14 from 11-3. 

Bill Jackson is my first guest this week. Bill is a lobbyist in Lansing who talks about the loss of MUCC, legislation to fund the DNR Fisheries Division and two proposals to allow commercial fishermen access to Michigan sport fish. Then, Dr. Brian MacFalda of My Michigan Hospital in Midland talks about strokes....what to look for and how to prevent them. Hour two kicks off with Michigan hunter Jeff Hammond. Jeff describes his most recent hunting adventure to Kodiak Island where he took a ten foot Kodiak bear at close range. Rich Chrzan from Killer Food Plots is up next to talk about the spring food plot planting season. The hour wraps up with Steve Dey from MUCC. He talks about the dissolution of that long time organization. Hour three features Al Stewart of the Nimrod Education Center at Hillsdale College. He also describes the new Halter Shooting Center at the college.  

South Bend's offense sputters for the second day in a row as the Cubs fall to Lansing 8-3 Sunday at Four Winds Field. The Cubs start a twelve-game road trip Tuesday against Western Division rival Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ralph welcomes back Adolph Reed, Professor Emeritus of political science at the University of Pennsylvania and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Mount Holyoke College to discuss the latest Supreme Court decision gutting the Voting Rights Act. Then, Ralph and our resident constitutional scholar, Bruce Fein, talk about what ordinary citizens can do to pressure their reps to impeach Donald Trump.Adolph Reed is Professor Emeritus of political science at the University of Pennsylvania and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Mount Holyoke College. His most recent books are The South: Jim Crow and Its Afterlives, No Politics but Class Politics (co-authored with Walter Benn Michaels), and Black Studies, Cultural Politics, and the Evasion of Inequality: The Farce this Time (co-authored with Kenneth W. Warren).I think the issues are a lot more complex than they seem to be or than seems to be the way that they are represented in the debate [over the Voting Rights Act]…To cut straight to the political case, I think there's a distinction between the Act's guarantee that black citizens and others (where pertinent) who live in areas where there's been a history of suppression of the right to vote have the support of the federal government to make certain that Black voters have the ability to vote for and to elect candidates of their choosing. Which is not the same thing as a right of Black individuals to be elected to office. And I think that's one of the confusions that characterizes, frankly, both sides of the debate at this point. And I think that's definitely something that needs to be clarified.Adolph ReedSome of my friends and I have been talking about this, and have been bouncing this idea back and forth since, frankly, even before the court handed down the [Louisiana v Callais] decision. In thinking about developments in black politics across the board, the idea that all that Black voters are supposed to get out of politics is the representation of people who look like them and share in the same racial identification has also fueled backward turns. Like how all of a sudden the biggest issue in Black American politics supposedly had become the racial wealth gap, which boils down to a complaint that rich Black people aren't as rich as rich white people are. So, yeah, shaking up or reshuffling the deck for how we might begin to try to determine the stakes of Black Americans' engagement in national politics is something that needs to happen. No matter what brings it about.Adolph ReedBruce 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.My website is www.lawofficesofbrucefein.com and my email address is Bruce@feinpoints.com. And I'll respond and give you guidance as to how you can help be part of this effort to impeach and remove by far the most dangerous President in the history of the United States. And he's most dangerous to the world as well.Bruce FeinNews 5/8/26* Our top story this week comes to us from the Bulwark, which reports that dissatisfaction with Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is reaching a fever pitch. Martin has faced criticism over the course of his tenure for reneging on his promise to release an autopsy on the 2024 presidential campaign and for his decidedly lackluster fundraising efforts. The DNC has reportedly “spent more money than it has raised” and “has more debt than cash on hand,” while the Republican National Committee enjoys a “roughly seven-to-one money advantage.” According to this report, high-level DNC members are now privately discussing ousting Martin, only tabling these discussions “after members failed to identify an alternative candidate willing to step into the role.” Martin's failures have even led Democrats to openly wonder “whether the 178-year-old committee should even exist anymore.” Martin was elected DNC Chair last year, beating out Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler, who helped rebuild the party and raise tremendous amounts of money in that critical swing state.* Speaking of money in politics, this week POLITICO released a damning report on End Citizens United, the good-government focused 501(c)(4) that has in past years been a “fundraising behemoth” but has now faded nearly into complete irrelevancy. The issues highlighted in this piece will be familiar to many who have worked in this world. Despite raising $14.8 million, the group's PAC arm is burning through the money more quickly than it can raise it, having just $324,000 on hand at the end of March. What are they spending the money on? According to POLITICO, about $650,000 has gone to candidates and party groups and about the same amount has been bundled. Meanwhile, payments to fundraising firms have eaten up an astonishing $5.3 million. This is just another case of Democratic Party aligned consulting firms run amok and growing fat off of small dollar donations.* Another disappointing story comes to us from the Teamsters. According to Bloomberg, the union has forfeited a hard-won union foothold – the first ever unionized Chipotle – following three years of battling the company and failing to secure a contract. A Teamsters local president said in an email to the National Labor Relations Board that the union “officially withdraws and disclaims interest” at the Lansing, Michigan location. Legally speaking, this means the company will no longer be “required to recognize or negotiate with the union.” The employees of this location voted to unionize in 2022 by a margin of 11-to-3. Chipotle corporate has been decried for seeking to bust this union, with Biden NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo accusing them of employing illegal anti-union tactics like “withholding raises from the store's staff and telling workers that the union was keeping their pay frozen…[and punishing] a pro-union employee to discourage activism.” However, it was the Teamsters themselves who ultimately gave up, paving the way for the demise of the workers' heroic stand against corporate power. As the saying goes, with friends like these.* In more positive political news, during the Washington DC mayoral debate last week, the Washington Post reports democratic socialist mayoral hopeful Janeese Lewis George seemed to endorse the idea of opening municipal grocery stores in DC food deserts, including the impoverished and majority Black Wards 7 and 8. Asked about this topic, Councilmember Lewis George committed to bringing at least one more grocery store to Ward 7 and at least two more to Ward 8, noting that she would seek to shore up investor confidence with public dollars. If private options do not materialize however, she vowed that “we will work towards” a publicly-owned store. Municipally-owned grocery stores were a much publicized part of the Zohran Mamdani campaign platform and, if Lewis George is elected, his success or failure in carrying out that pledge is sure to impact her decision making on this issue.* Meanwhile, in media news, the New York Times reports Lupa Systems – the private holding company representing the interests of James Murdoch, son of conservative media mogul Rupert Murdoch – is “in talks to acquire major parts of Vox Media.” Vox, founded in the 2010s by journalists Ezra Klein, Matt Yglesias, and Melissa Bell, now owns major media properties including New York magazine, the Verge, Eater and a podcast network featuring Kara Swisher and others. Murdoch, through Lupa, owns a “majority stake in Tribeca Enterprises, the parent company of the Tribeca Film Festival.” Additionally, the Times notes that Quadrivium, the foundation founded by Mr. Murdoch and his wife, Kathryn, has financial interests in “The 19th, a nonprofit newsroom focused on gender and politics, and The Bulwark, a so-called ‘Never Trump' digital media company.” James Murdoch, along with his sister Elisabeth, are seen as far more liberal than the Murdoch patriarch and his other son, Lachlan, who together successfully ousted the other family members from control of the family trust in a recent legal battle.* Turning to international news, yet another deadlocked presidential election in Peru is looming. A new Ipsos poll, taken near the end of April, shows an exact 50-50 split between the two candidates in the runoff: the left-wing member of Congress Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori, daughter of former Peruvian dictator Alberto Fujimori. This election was always going to be close – Peruvian politics have been deadlocked for years, resulting in ultra-narrow presidential victories frequently followed by impeachments. Fujimori has been a runoff candidate in every presidential election going back to 2011, losing each by extremely narrow margins. Most recently, she lost to Pedro Castillo by a margin of 50.13% to 49.87% in 2021. Castillo however was thwarted by, and ultimately ousted by, the Congress. The runoff will be held on June 7th.* In India, the Left suffered catastrophic defeats in this week's state elections, Al Jazeera reports. The state of Kerala – “the first in the world to have a democratically elected communist government” and “the last state in India where communists were in power” – will now be led by the United Democratic Front, a coalition headed by the Congress party, which won over 100 out of 140 seats. The Left bloc will likely capture around 35 seats. Beyond Kerala however, the Left has seen setbacks throughout the country, with no state now being ruled by the Left for the first time since 1977 and the national parliamentary Left bloc declining from 62 in the 2004 election to just eight seats today. Different factors are cited for the general decline of the Left in India, including an inability to adapt Marxist analysis to non class-related issues in the country, such as caste and gender, as well as the decline of industrial trade unions and a general trend towards Right-wing Hindu nationalism. Hopefully, the Left will take this electoral rout as an opportunity to rebuild itself into a viable force for 21st century Indian politics.* Turning to East Asia, the Financial Times reports North Korea has subtly revised its constitution to drop references to reunification of the two Koreas. Specifically, the new text reads “the territory of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea includes the territory bordering the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation to the north and the Republic of Korea to the south, and the territorial sea and airspace established on it”. In acknowledging the existence of the Republic of Korea, more commonly known as South Korea, experts see a move away from the long-held North Korean contention that the peninsula is a single country illegally partitioned. The revision was “disclosed by an academic at a press conference hosted by the South Korean Ministry of Unification on Wednesday.” Though this article notes that “North Korea has not made any comment on the revised constitution and the source of the text revealed by the unification ministry was not disclosed,” it highlights that Kim Jong-un has increasingly moved in this direction in recent years, renaming Tongil (“reunification”) metro station in Pyongyang and dismantling an Arch of Reunification monument.* Our last two stories have to do with the People's Republic of China. First, Reuters reports China's Commerce Ministry has issued an injunction to “block U.S. ​sanctions imposed on five Chinese refiners accused ‌of buying Iranian oil.” Hengli Petrochemical, one of the five small “teapot” refineries primarily located in China's Shandong province, was slapped with sanctions last month, when the Trump administration accused the company of purchasing billions ​of dollars in Iranian oil. The other four have been sanctioned since last year. However, the Ministry now argues that the sanctions violate “international law and ‌the ⁠basic norms of international relations,” and with the injunction in place, “the United States cannot recognize, ​implement, or comply ​with the ⁠sanctions imposed on the aforementioned five Chinese companies.” This is perhaps the most significant challenge to the American-led international sanctions regime in decades and whatever reaction issues from the U.S. will surely inform other states on just how far they can go in flouting such sanctions.* Finally, in a stunning legal decision, Fortune reports Chinese courts have ruled that “companies cannot terminate employees just to replace them with artificial intelligence systems.” The case in question hinged on whether a tech firm in eastern China had acted illegally when firing one of its workers, a “quality assurance professional…identified only as Zhou” after he “refused to take a demotion” and a 40% pay cut, when his job was automated by AI. The court found that the termination did not meet established standards, such as business downsizing or operational difficulties, and the court separately stated that “Companies cannot unilaterally lay off employees or cut salaries due to technological progress.” This stunning legal victory for workers in the face of challenges by technology is bittersweet – heartening in that it's happening at all, yet at the same time depressing because it is almost impossible to imagine an equivalent worker protection regime being implemented in the United States.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

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Most people spend their whole lives chasing a version of success that looks right on paper and still leaves them empty. That is the conversation at the center of Episode 539, and it is one of the most honest hours this table has produced. Candis Quinney is back and she brings the moment that started everything. She was in her closet, stressed, overwhelmed, burnt out, with everything she had worked hard for, and still broke down. The house was there. The marriage was there. The kids were there. The pool was there. And none of it was enough. That moment did not break her. It built a movement. Candis is done watching women settle for a version of life that looks good from the outside and feels hollow on the inside, and she is calling everyone to a higher standard. ET picks up where Episode 538 left off, going deeper into what it actually felt like to release the need for control and what changed in his life and his marriage when he finally did. He also brings one of the most tender moments in recent S2S history, talking about going back to heal his mother and realizing she went through everything he blamed her for carrying. Karl's Kalm Down segment delivers one of the most practical frameworks this show has produced. Access and alignment are not the same thing. Just because something good comes to you does not mean it is yours. Make your decisions on alignment, not access. With Jemal away, CJ steps in with a sanctified session and does not hold back. God wants more for you than you want for yourself. Everything you do not have is because you are still operating below the level God designed for you. Stop shrinking. The episode also includes the announcement of ET and CJ's debut book "We Is Greater Than Me," now available for preorder on Amazon, and ET pulls out his GED on camera for the first time, earned February 9th, 1989, out of Lansing, Michigan. The certificate that started everything. If you are a woman who has ever smiled through something that was breaking you, Candis is building something for you. If you have ever felt like your life looks right but something is still off, this table sees you. In this Episode: Chapters 00:00:00 Opening: Access Is Not the Same as Alignment 00:00:57 The Shift: Letting Go of Control and Trusting God's Plan 00:05:22 Breaking Generational Cycles: Understanding Your Parents' Pain 00:07:54 The Yoke Up Revelation: What It Really Means to Partner with Christ 00:12:33 Your Best Self Is for Hard Times, Not Good Times 00:10:27 Letting Go of Titles and Traditions That Kill Us 00:28:07 The Jada Story: When DD's Leadership Changed Everything 00:19:55 From the East Side to Bliss: Candace's Transformation Journey 00:21:47 Parenting Without Living Through Your Kids 00:33:12 Book Reveal: We Is Greater Than Me 00:43:17 Candace's Movement: From Crying in the Closet to Leading Women 00:48:32 Closing Word: Grow Up and Open Your Packages Connect with Candis: @justcandisquinney on Instagram APOC Ministry virtual church, Saturdays at 11:00 AM ET on YouTube Subscribe so you never miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@SecretToSuccess?sub_confirmation=1 Join the S2S Patreon for early access every week: https://www.patreon.com/s2spodcast Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast Listen on Apple Podcasts: Search "Secret to Success" on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Secret to Success is hosted by Eric Thomas, Karl Phillips, CJ Quinney, and Jemal King. About the Secret to Success Podcast The Secret to Success podcast is hosted by Eric Thomas (ET, The Hip Hop Preacher), Karl Phillips, CJ Quinney, and Jemal King. For over two decades ET has been one of the most recognizable voices in personal development, motivation, and leadership. The Secret to Success podcast goes beyond the highlight reel to show the real conversations happening behind the work, covering marriage, business, wealth building, faith, and what it actually takes to build a life worth living. New episodes every Thursday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

In August of 1978, 14-year-old Lisa Gilbert and her 13-year-old brother, Randy, were attacked by a stranger in their newly built home in Lansing, Michigan. Their attacker was 23-year-old Don Miller. Miller was also a suspect in multiple local disappearance cases spanning the Lansing/East Lansing area. Lisa and Randy each recount Don Miller's attacks on them; East Lansing Detective, Rick Westgate offers insight into the investigation; and author, Rod Sadler provides additional commentary. Omaha Steaks: Go to OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code SURVIVED at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In August of 1978, 14-year-old Lisa Gilbert and her 13-year-old brother, Randy, were attacked by a stranger in their newly built home in Lansing, Michigan. Their attacker was 23-year-old Don Miller. Miller was also a suspect in multiple local disappearance cases spanning the Lansing/East Lansing area. Lisa and Randy each recount Don Miller's attacks on them; East Lansing Detective, Rick Westgate offers insight into the investigation; and author, Rod Sadler provides additional commentary. Omaha Steaks: Go to OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code SURVIVED at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.