Podcasts about Southfield

“We're more in control of our own destiny now.” That's the charge from Marshalle Favors, founder of the Detroit Black Film Festival and creative visionary behind The Collective—a 13-filmmaker-owned production hub that's changing the game for independent Black cinema in Detroit. In this powerful episode, Marshalle builds with Khary Frazier about the art, business, and unapologetic legacy of storytelling from the heart of the Blackest city in America. From working as an extra in Sparkle alongside Whitney Houston, to curating an international festival rooted in Detroit soul, Marshalle shares how Black film is being reclaimed—on our terms. They dive deep into the sixth year of the Detroit Black Film Festival, why venues like the Charles H. Wright Museum and the Love Building matter for cultural connection, and what it means to create a platform where “everybody wants to see each other win.” If you're a creator, this episode is your push: “It doesn't matter how small you start. It matters how consistently you build.” Whether it's a courtroom scene shot in Southfield or a social justice doc playing at the Downtown YMCA, this is a masterclass in building Black Detroit's future from its brilliant past. The message is clear: Detroit isn't just a music or car city anymore—it's a film capital in the making. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com

Join Kris and friends as they dive into fun discussions on pop culture, music, trending topics, and everything in between! Whether you're looking for laughs, hot takes, or just something to vibe to, KrisCross Corner has got you covered. —  MORE FROM KRISCROSS CORNER  —YouTube: www.youtube.com/@kriscrossstudios iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/kriscross-studios/id6449445819   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/21S54f6JNK3mxkVkVgGAxH  

August 7, 2025 ~ Dr. Daniel Singer, neurologist with the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders and Debi Banooni, Program Director for The Brown Center, join Kevin ahead of the free program they are hosting at the Brown Center in Southfield on August 13 to discuss the latest diagnostic tests and treatments for Alzheimer's Disease which affects so many people in the Detroit community.

The Southfield Police Department says it's made a 4th human trafficking arrest within the past 3 months and the new case involves victims as young as 17. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill and Tony Ortiz have your Thursday afternoon news update.

When 81-year-old Helen Gale is found in her burned-out car, investigators in Southfield, Michigan wonder who would murder this pillar of the community. It will be eight years before a blown alibi brings them face-to face with her killer.This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelpBetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first month.Homes.com: We've done your homework.Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The show talks about a bank robbery that happened in Southfield!

Southfield Police have a man in custody that was allegedly wielding an axe while attempting to rob a bank. WWJ's Tony Ortiz has the afternoon's top news stories. (Photo: Darrylin Horne/WWJ)

Suzanne Lindsay-Walker is Vice President, Sustainability, for Novelis Inc. In this role, Suzanne leads the development and implementation of the company's global sustainability strategy and vision to achieve net carbon neutrality by 2050. She is also responsible for Novelis' Corporate Social Responsibility efforts. Suzanne joined Novelis in May 2021. Prior to Novelis, Suzanne was the Chief Sustainability Officer and Vice President of Environmental Affairs for UPS. In this position, she was responsible for driving solutions and delivering results to achieve UPS's sustainability goals, as well as developing the company's forward-looking sustainability strategy. Before UPS, Suzanne held positions of increasing responsibility in sustainability at Brambles USA, The Kroger Co. and PetSmart. She began her career as a civil engineer, focused on land development for retail and commercial clients. Suzanne holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, Michigan. Suzanne Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: Novelis' circular business model as the world's largest aluminum recycler Novelis' 3x30 sustainability strategy Collaboration and stakeholder engagement internally and externally Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals Suzanne Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers?  I would say when you hear “no,” and you will hear no often, take it as “no, not right now.” What I found in my career is that some good ideas usually take six months to a year or even more to seed, but keep at it. Keep planting the seeds, keep watering them, because business cases and attitudes will evolve over time. I'm a bit of a bulldog, and I don't let things die, so I'll just keep pounding away at things until I can find an opening. Sometimes you just have to be patient, but keep at it.  What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability?  How many opportunities there are in this space, how many jobs are available, and opportunities for young people to drive positive impact in their everyday work lives. I think that so much of what I see coming into the workforce is people that want to work for a company where they can do just that. There's so many jobs available, which I think is amazing. That, to me, is exciting because we need as many advocates and people that want to drive that positive impact as we can get, because we have a long way to go before 2050 hits.  What is one book you would recommend sustainability leaders read?  One that I read early on and it's kind of old school, but it was Strategy for Sustainability by Adam Werbach. He crystallized the business of sustainability in a very real way for me at a time when I worked at Kroger, when I was trying to think through the strategy there. The examples and things that he brought together, I think at its highest level, is still a frame that can work today. That's many, many years ago, but it's always one that I go back to.  What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work?  I get a lot of daily digests and updates from Trellis, I get all the digests from WBCSD, WEF. I try to consume as much as I can in those formats because you do have to have a job to do, but I also like to keep a pulse on what's going on. I find that having that stuff delivered to you on a daily basis allows me to kind of keep the pulse of what's going on, and I enjoy reading them.  Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work being done at Novelis?  I would love for people to check out our 2024 sustainability report. We launched it several months ago, but it really tries to tell all the good stories and the proof points of what we're trying to accomplish here. Novelis.com is where you can find it.

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Our Chief Love Officer, Steve Harvey has advice for... Avery in Longview – I’m having second thoughts about taking my girlfriend to my family reunion. She was raised to speak her mind and that her opinion matters. My parents, aunts and uncles don’t play that. How do I uninvite her and tell her it’s for her own good? Nia in Southfield – My husband has developed a stench lately. He showers before bedtime and by early morning when we’re having sex, the sweaty smell is back. It’s strong, and he acts like he can’t smell it. Should I withhold sex until he stops stinking up the place? Cheyenne in Santa Monica – I was sitting in the parking lot at the mall and I watched a couple get in the backseat of a car and have sex. I Facetimed my husband while I watched them have sex. He said that we should try it. We’re both 53. Are we too old to do it? Jess in The Bronx – My boyfriend had a bag of gummies by his bed. I ate 2 and didn’t know they were edibles. My boyfriend was not concerned that I mistakenly took drugs, he was only mad that I ate them without asking him. Is this a sign that he’s not for me? Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Southfield man is facing felony charges accused of assault and ethnic intimidation. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Originally uploaded April 15, reloaded April 28th. Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. Chris and Tony's Topic for this conversation: N.I.L. What is the NCAA House settlement and why is it such a big deal for college athletics? What is the status of the House case? Has the settlement been approved? Do you think it will be approved? What does this mean for athletes in non-revenue sports? What does this mean for name, image, and likeness agreements (NIL) going forward? Wrap – plug Foster Swift Sports Law group – representing athletes and organizations to navigate NIL deals. As a four-year member of the University of Michigan football team, Tony brings to the growing world of complex NIL business issues personal knowledge, a unique perspective, and a work ethic honed as a team member. Tony was instrumental in forming the firm's NIL Law Team to counsel student-athletes, businesses/organizations and other interested parties in creating high-value NIL initiatives and contractual arrangements which are fully compliant with NCAA rules, state laws and university regulations. » 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/

Chris Holman welcomes Troy Baker, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion, Better Business Bureau® of Michigan, Southfield, MI. Talk briefly about the merging of the BBBs of Eastern and Western Michigan? What inspired the creation of the BBB Trades Scholarship, and how does it align with BBB's broader mission? Can you walk us through the eligibility criteria and application process for this year's scholarship? How does the scholarship benefit both young workers and the BBB Accredited Businesses that employ them? What impact have you seen from last year's scholarship awards, and can you share any success stories? Why is investing in skilled trades so critical to Michigan's economy and workforce development right now? Troy Baker, is the person who created this scholarship he stepped up for this interview since it's something he has worked on from inception. Invest in Your Future — BBB® Trades Scholarship Now Accepting Applications MICHIGAN (May 2025) - The Better Business Bureau® of Michigan's Educational Foundation is now accepting applications for the first round of the 2025 BBB Trades Scholarship. BBB wants to support young adults who choose to start a career in the trades. The scholarship seeks to help ease some of the costs associated with trades jobs, such as tools, protective clothing, etc. The scholarship also supports BBB Accredited Businesses, giving them another tool to help recruit, train and retain their workers of the future. In 2024, BBB was able to award 9 young adults with $7,800 worth of tools and gear. 2025 BBB Trades Scholarship Winners The scholarship is available to people 20 years old or younger. They must be working at, or have accepted employment with, a BBB Accredited Business in the trades for 12 months or less (hired after April 2024). Employees must be working for a business located within the Better Business Bureau of Michigan's 80 County Service Area. Eligible Trades: Construction Trades (including plumbing, electrical, roofing, concrete etc.) Welding Landscaping Painting Heating and Cooling Auto Repair Machinery/Tool & Die Pest Control Tree Removal *Other trades will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Applications will be accepted from May 1 - June 9, 2025. More details on eligibility and how to apply are available at bbb.org/miawards. Hear from past winners on how this scholarship has helped them get ahead in their industries here. 2025 BBB Trades Scholarship Sponsors » 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/

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to David Moncur and Jordan Manalili with Moncur about "Branding for success". David Moncur and Jordan Manalili from Moncur, a branding agency, discussed challenges in the power generation industry at the PowerGen conference in Dallas. They highlighted the difficulty companies face in differentiating their products, often commoditized due to similarities. David emphasized the importance of strategic messaging and branding to avoid commoditization and maintain pricing. Jordan introduced their Brand Framework, which helps companies communicate effectively by aligning their messaging with client needs. They stressed the value of proactive branding and strategic planning to stay relevant and competitive in the rapidly evolving industry. Action Items [ ] Reach out to David Moncur on LinkedIn to discuss Moncur's branding and messaging services. [ ] Connect with Jordan Manalili on LinkedIn to learn more about Moncur's process for translating technical information into compelling messaging. Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations. Scott welcomes David and Jordan, highlighting their roles and the company they represent, Moncur. Scott mentions the conference location, Power Gen in Dallas, Texas, and the purpose of the event. David and Jordan provide brief introductions about their roles and backgrounds. David's Background and Company Overview David explains his role as the principal of Moncur, a branding agency headquartered in Southfield, Detroit metro area. He shares his career specialization in marketing, strategic messaging, and branding, with a team of 40. David discusses the company's focus on construction, engineering, manufacturing, and tech SaaS sectors. Scott and David talk about the challenges faced by power generation companies and the importance of differentiation. Challenges in Power Generation and Strategic Messaging David identifies common challenges faced by B2B companies in the power generation sector, such as differentiation and broader awareness. Jordan adds that strategic messaging is a significant issue for many companies, as they struggle to communicate their unique value proposition. Scott and Jordan discuss the problem of commoditization in the industry and the need for effective messaging to avoid it. David emphasizes the importance of differentiation and specialization to maintain pricing and market position. Brand Framework and Strategic Messaging Process Jordan introduces the concept of Brand Framework and strategic messaging, which helps companies communicate effectively. He explains the challenge of translating technical jargon into client-friendly language. Jordan highlights the importance of understanding both the company's strengths and the client's pain points to create a compelling message. Scott and Jordan discuss the process of shifting messaging to avoid commoditization and achieve premium positioning. Proactive vs. Reactive Branding Strategies David advises companies to invest in branding proactively rather than waiting for problems to arise. He explains that a strong brand helps attract top talent and maintain a competitive edge. Scott and David discuss the importance of planning ahead and investing in brand strategy to avoid costly mistakes. Jordan shares examples of companies...

"I sang before I could talk,” says Steffanie Christi'an, capturing the essence of a voice born in rhythm and raised on soul. In this powerful Detroit is Different interview, Steffanie weaves a narrative of musical lineage rooted in Southfield, church choirs, and impromptu jam sessions with her grandfather who taught her guitar and blues. She reflects on her time at Aisha Shule, calling it "one of the most enlightening and enriching experiences in my life," and opens up about the real grind behind artistry—from acapella basement recordings to demo sessions in New York. Her journey, blessed by mentors like Proof and molded by family legacy, affirms the beauty of persistence. “I always wanted to be Beyoncé before Beyoncé,” she laughs, before revealing how redefining success keeps her creating across genres, from rock and roll to house music with Inner City. As she puts it, “Rock and roll is just the blues sped up,” and Steffanie Christi'an's story is a soundtrack of resilience, reinvention, and unapologetic Black womanhood in music. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com

May 5, 2025 ~ In honor of ALS Awareness Month, cyclists Mike DeLorenzo and Thomas Henry are gearing up for Pedal4ALS, a 600-mile fundraising ride to raise $20,000 to support ALS of Michigan, a Southfield-based nonprofit serving Michigan's ALS community. Lloyd, Jamie, and Chris Renwick talk with Mike and Thomas about their motivations to raise money for this nonprofit.

Police found the body of London Thomas on Saturday evening after receiving a tip. She disappeared April 5th. State Police say two suspects are in custody. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Monday morning news. (Photo credit Crime Stoppers)

Two people are now in custody after the body of a Detroit teen who had gone missing weeks ago has been found. Now, the teen's father is speaking out. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have top news stories.

Comedian Darren Fleet drops by iHeartRadio bright and early on Saturday to join Jay Towers—and he's brought his hilarious "work wife," comedian Woo Woo! They're spilling all the tea ahead of their weekend shows at Punchline Comedy Lounge in Southfield. From hotel suite adventures and navigating premenopausal drama to an unexpected swingers controversy—no topic is off limits with this hilarious duo.

Our Chief Love Officer, Steve Harvey has advice for: Lilly in Buffalo – "Most evenings before bed, I have a glass or two of red wine. I take the bottle to my bedroom so when I get out of the bath tub, it’s right there. My husband thinks I have a drinking problem. What’s wrong with two glasses of wine before bedtime?" Anson in Richardson – "I signed for a FedEx package yesterday. My wife was not home. The guy asked if I was Jo’s husband and I said yes. He said it’s nice to finally meet me because she usually gets the packages. Why is he on a first name basis with my wife?" Nikki in Southfield – "I’m married and seeing a guy on the side. He works with my husband and he said he knows my husband’s side chick. I’m not concerned about what my husband is doing so why is he? Is it a sign that he’s gossiping about our relationship too?" Wendell in Memphis – "My wife confessed to having an affair with one of her good female friends. I tried to be understanding by telling her that her friend should come join us one night. That did not go over well. How can my wife be mad and SHE cheated?" Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan is joined by legendary prep baseball coach Dan Donato from Dexter Southfield. They explore a range of topics including the evolution of New England prep school baseball, the impact of the pandemic on recruiting, and the increasingly competitive environment with postgraduate leagues. Donato shares insights on his recruitment strategy, the importance of player development, and the unique advantages Dexter Southfield offers its athletes. Additionally, Donato reflects on memorable moments, including successful seasons and key influences in his coaching career. The episode wraps up with a three up, three down segment covering memorable base running plays, trick plays, and favorite baseball seasons.   Topics 00:40 State of New England Prep School Baseball 03:03 Recruitment and Player Development at Dexter 04:32 Coaching Philosophy and Career Journey 12:32 Top Prospects and League Competitiveness 15:02 Challenges and Opportunities in Prep Baseball 17:37 Top 100 Camp and College Recruitment 20:08 Current Season and League Outlook 23:23 Sponsorship Message 24:13 Design Your Own Custom Rawlings Glove 24:40 Flexible Education for Student-Athletes 25:21 Three Up, Three Down: Introduction 25:59 Memorable Base Running Plays 26:50 Trick Plays in Baseball 29:08 Shrewd Base Running Moments 32:13 Favorite Baseball Seasons 37:49 Boston Sports Nostalgia 39:29 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

Plan for Middlepointe development in Southfield with 577 apartments gets OK in Lansing Potential removal of Flat Rock dam on Huron River has communities nearby concerned A smiley face in Michigan's sky? When to see a 'triple conjunction' this week

Living In Lathrup Village Michigan - Lathrup Village, Michigan, is one of those places that people either stumble upon by accident or discover after years of driving through Southfield without realizing an entirely different city existed within it. This charming 1.5-square-mile enclave is completely surrounded by the much larger City of Southfield, yet it has maintained its own identity since officially incorporating in 1953. With a population of just over 4,000, Lathrup Village is a place where neighbors know each other, tree-lined streets provide a peaceful escape from the hustle of metro Detroit, and history is built into nearly every home.CONTACT ME

Originally uploaded July 29th, fixed static glitches reuploaded April 11th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Nakia Mills, Director of Marketing Better Business Bureau®, Serving Eastern Michigan & the Upper Peninsula in Southfield, Michigan. Their discussion covered BBB Torch Awards Our Torch Awards are coming up on October 23rd. Nominations will begin being accepted at the end of this month. The Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics recognize companies that display an outstanding level of ethics and integrity in all of their business dealings. Learn more at BBB.org/Detroit. Value of Accreditation We surveyed our Accredited Businesses and asked them to shed some light on the value of their BBB Accreditation. Thirteen thousand responded. These are some of the res: Nearly 90% of responding Accredited Businesses said the BBB Seal adds value to their business. Reputation, trust, and integrity are the top three driving forces behind BBB Accreditation. When asked about their top reasons for being BBB Accredited, businesses said they are Accredited because it quickly identifies their business as reputable, builds trust with customers, and demonstrates integrity in their business practices. Accredited Businesses identified their top three business challenges this year as (1) managing increasing costs, (2) growing the business, (3) and hiring and retaining employees. Visit BBB.org/BizHQ for helpful tops and resources to run s successful business. Learn more about the survey results at BBB.org/VoA. They also touched on some of the top scams affecting businesses: Fortunately, knowledge is the best protection. If you own or work for a small business, stay informed about these common scams and report them if your business is targeted. Common small business scams: Business Email Compromise (“BEC”). Business email compromise fraud is an email phishing scam that typically targets people who pay bills in businesses, government, and nonprofit organizations. In BEC fraud, the scammer poses as a vendor or other trusted source who emails an accountant or chief financial officer. The email asks them to wire money, buy gift cards or send personal information, often for a plausible reason. Phony invoices. Businesses receive fake invoices demanding payment for products or services never ordered or received. Learn about more scams targeting businesses at BBB.org/BizScams.

Why pain is actually in the BRAIN and how we LEARN to be anxious Today on the Mind Caddie we have a really distinguished guest in the shape of Dr Howard Schubiner He is an internist and the director of the Mind Body Medicine Center at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Schubiner is a Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and is a fellow in the American College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He has authored more than 100 publications in scientific journals and books, and lectures regionally, nationally, and internationally and has consulted for the American Medical Association, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the National Institute on Mental Health. Dr. Schubiner is the author of three books: Unlearn Your Pain, Unlearn Your Anxiety and Depression, and Hidden From View Why your brain predicts what it needs to do to PROTECT you ALWAYS When you touch a hot stove it is not your finger causing the pain it is your BRAIN What happens when your brain goes into DANGER MODE The triple three that keep the problem in place Focus Fear Fixing The body always heals but our brain can keep producing pain How anxiety can be a learned response to a PERCEIVED danger Why we need to ‘TALK' to our brain to reduce the perception of threat Change the perception of the threat and we change our response to the threat. Such an important episode not just for your golf but your life in general   To find out more about Dr Schubiner go to https://unlearnyourpain.com/ To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf' school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell    

Firefighters from Southfield and other neighboring departments were called to Plum Hollow Market around 1 a.m. on Tuesday. The building has severe damage. WWJ's Jackie Paige and Luke Sloan have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: Mike Campbell/WWJ)

Theological Foundations Weekend 2025 was a conference for young people sponsored by the Great Lakes - Gulf Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. This year it was held at Southfield Reformed Presbyterian Church, Southfield, MI.This is session 1 of 5:1. "The Church's Union with Christ" (John 15:1-17)2. "A High View of the Church" (Acts 20:17-38)3. "The Keys of the Kingdom" (Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-20)4. "The Ministry of Church Members" (1 Thessalonians 5:9-15)5. "The Only Perfect Church" (Hebrews 12:22-29)

Theological Foundations Weekend 2025 was a conference for young people sponsored by the Great Lakes - Gulf Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. This year it was held at Southfield Reformed Presbyterian Church, Southfield, MI.This is session 2 of 5:1. "The Church's Union with Christ" (John 15:1-17)2. "A High View of the Church" (Acts 20:17-38)3. "The Keys of the Kingdom" (Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-20)4. "The Ministry of Church Members" (1 Thessalonians 5:9-15)5. "The Only Perfect Church" (Hebrews 12:22-29)

Theological Foundations Weekend 2025 was a conference for young people sponsored by the Great Lakes - Gulf Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. This year it was held at Southfield Reformed Presbyterian Church, Southfield, MI.This is session 5 of 5:1. "The Church's Union with Christ" (John 15:1-17)2. "A High View of the Church" (Acts 20:17-38)3. "The Keys of the Kingdom" (Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-20)4. "The Ministry of Church Members" (1 Thessalonians 5:9-15)5. "The Only Perfect Church" (Hebrews 12:22-29)

Theological Foundations Weekend 2025 was a conference for young people sponsored by the Great Lakes - Gulf Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. This year it was held at Southfield Reformed Presbyterian Church, Southfield, MI.This is session 4 of 5:1. "The Church's Union with Christ" (John 15:1-17)2. "A High View of the Church" (Acts 20:17-38)3. "The Keys of the Kingdom" (Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-20)4. "The Ministry of Church Members" (1 Thessalonians 5:9-15)5. "The Only Perfect Church" (Hebrews 12:22-29)

Theological Foundations Weekend 2025 was a conference for young people sponsored by the Great Lakes - Gulf Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America. This year it was held at Southfield Reformed Presbyterian Church, Southfield, MI.This is session 3 of 5:1. "The Church's Union with Christ" (John 15:1-17)2. "A High View of the Church" (Acts 20:17-38)3. "The Keys of the Kingdom" (Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-20)4. "The Ministry of Church Members" (1 Thessalonians 5:9-15)5. "The Only Perfect Church" (Hebrews 12:22-29)

Chris Holman welcomes back Clifford {Cliff} Hammond, Shareholder, Employment & Labor Lawyer, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Southfield and Lansing - Foster Swift, with a half dozen locations across Michigan. Chris had several questions about the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act for this conversation: Welcome back Cliff as of mid-March 2025, where do we stand with Michigan's ESTA? What were the key points of the legislative compromise recently signed by the Governor? Who must comply at this point? What are the deadlines? Any other changes anticipated at this point? Are there any major blind spots in the law that employers need to be aware of? Does Foster Swift have a resource to help businesses navigate this issue? » 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/

Crews from multiple fire departments were called to the scene of a three-alarm fire at a home in Southfield. WWJ's Darrylin Horne has the details, while Tony Ortiz covers the rest of the day's top stories. (PHOTO: Darrylin Horne/WWJ)

Episode 045 | The Dermy Doc is in the house! Big shout out to friend of the pod Dr. Adam Swigost (episodes 004 and 041) for introducing me to the incomparable Dr. Fatima Fahs.Dr. Fahs is a board-certified dermatologist and diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology. She has been quoted and featured in numerous publications including The New York Times, Forbes, Self, Time, Today, Cosmopolitan, Women's Health and many more.She's also the founder of the award winning skincare subscription box, Dermy Dox Box, as well as the Dermy Doc Institute, a fabulous direct care dermatology practice in Southfield, Michigan. We recorded this episode just days before the Institute's grand opening, and I'm so grateful she was willing to give us some of her time.I love how more and more doctors are redefining healthcare and bringing it back to a much healthier place and can't help but shout these stories from the rooftop.At the Dermy Doc Institute, Dr. Fahs provides comprehensive, personalized care without the demands and restrictions placed by insurance companies. This allows for her sole focus to be on you, the patient, and your unique dermatological needs.She knows that many of us experience barriers to quality healthcare imposed by health insurance companies that we all so clearly know value profits over health and well-being. Dr. Fahs believes every patient has the right to make their own healthcare decisions. She's helping put the power of your healthcare back into your hands by utilizing a direct care model. Dr. Fahs has a particular interest in skincare and product formulation, researching the efficacy of over the counter cosmeceuticals. Her Instagram account is where she decodes skincare ingredients and explains common dermatological concerns and her award-winning subscription box, Dermy Doc Box, is how she brings quality and effective skincare to your doorstep for a fraction of the price.She graduated with honors as a MedStart full-ride scholar from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a minor in art. She went on to attend Oakland University William Beaumont School on a full-ride scholarship, earning her medical doctorate. Dr. Fahs then completed her medicine internship at Beaumont Hospital and her dermatology residency at Wayne State University, serving as Chief Resident in her final year.She's a Michigan native, born and raised and resides in West Bloomfield with her husband and three children.Tune in to learn more!

Originally uploaded December 23rd, re-edited February 27th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Julie Lowenthal, Program and Advocacy Specialist, AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging), Southfield, MI. Questions 1. Can you help listeners understand the scope of unpaid caregiving in Michigan and what this means for our workforce? 2. How are rising costs and inflation specifically impacting family caregivers across Michigan? 3. We're seeing healthcare worker shortages forcing many people to reduce work hours or leave their jobs entirely. What impact is this having on Michigan families? 4. What specific programs does AgeWays offer to help families manage these pressures? 5. How can employers better support their employees who are juggling work and caregiving responsibilities? 6. As we head into the holiday season, what should families be discussing about caregiving plans? 7. What solutions do you see on the horizon to prevent caregiving from becoming an economic hardship for more Michigan families? Talking Points: Their phone number, it is 800-895-852-7795. The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is now AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services! New Name. Same great people. Same great programs. Our new name reflects what we do best: Helping older adults age in the ways they choose. Please note my updated email address and add it to your address book. For more information on our new name, visit AgeWays.org/NewName. ● The Scale of Caregiving in Michigan ○ Magnitude: Michigan has over 1.3 million unpaid caregivers, many balancing caregiving responsibilities with paid employment. ○ Economic Value: These caregivers provide an estimated $15 billion worth of unpaid care annually. ● Economic Pressures on Caregivers ○ Lost Income: Many caregivers reduce work hours or leave jobs entirely, resulting in lost wages and retirement savings. ○ Out-of-Pocket Costs: Caregivers often spend 20-25% of their income on care-related expenses, including medical supplies, home modifications, and transportation. ○ Impact on Employers: Caregiver stress and absenteeism cost U.S. businesses $50 billion annually in lost productivity. ● The Caregiving Workforce Crisis ○ Shortages in Paid Care: Michigan faces a critical shortage of direct care workers, with low wages and high turnover exacerbating the issue. ○ Economic Ripple Effects: Without enough paid caregivers, families bear more responsibility, further straining household budgets and economic stability. ● Broader Economic Impacts ○ Workforce Participation: Caregiving responsibilities often force women, who make up the majority of caregivers, to scale back their careers, contributing to gender wage gaps. ○ Healthcare Costs: Lack of adequate caregiving can lead to increased hospitalizations and long-term care admissions, driving up healthcare costs for individuals and the state. ● Policy Solutions and Advocacy ○ Paid Family Leave: Expanding paid leave policies could help caregivers balance work and care, reducing economic strain. ○ Direct Care Worker Wages: Increasing wages and benefits for paid caregivers would strengthen the workforce and support families. ○ Tax Credits: Enhancing tax credits for family caregivers could offset some out-of-pocket costs. ○ Community Support Programs: Investing in respite care, transportation services, and caregiver training programs could alleviate pressures. ● A Call to Action for Businesses ○ Employer Support: Businesses can adopt flexible work policies, caregiving benefits, and employee assistance programs to retain and support caregiver employees. ○ Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborating with government and nonprofit organizations can create innovative solutions to caregiving challenges. ● Why Caregiving is an Economic Priority ○ Aging Population: With Michigan's population rapidly aging, the economic impact of caregiving will only grow.

Police are still searching for answers more than a year after a Ferndale teen was shot and killed inside a Southfield hotel room. WWJ's Jon Hewett reports from a Southfield police press conference. Plus, Tracey McCaskill has other top headlines. (PHOTO: Tyler Johnson's family)

Southfield police found one man shot outside the Riverstone Apartments on Sunday morning. A suspect was arrested later in the day. WWJ's Jonathan Carlson and Jackie Paige have your Monday morning news. (Photo: Vickie Thomas/WWJ)

Check out our interview with Wallace Shawn on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/wallace-shawn-121218101 Israeli-American activist and author Miko Peled, who knows Benjamin Netanyahu personally, exposes who he really is and discusses the so-called "ceasefire," the end of Israel, and how he was accused of terrorism. But first, award-winning reporter William N. (Bill) Proctor, and activist and streamer discuss the case of Temujin Kensu, who has been wrongfully imprisoned for 37 years for a murder that was committed more than 400 miles away from where Kensu was. Miko Peled is an author, writer, speaker, and human rights activist living in the United States. He is the author of "The General's Son: Journey of an Israeli in Palestine" and "Injustice: The Story of the Holy Land Foundation Five." His father was a high ranking Israeli general, his maternal grandfather was a signatory to Israeli independence, his niece was tragically killed in a suicide bombing and he's a staunch advocate for a one state solution. He is considered by many to be one of the clearest voices calling for justice in Palestine, support of the Palestinian call for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) and the creation of a single democracy with equal rights in all of historic Palestine. Educated in Jerusalem, Japan and the United States, Peled is also an accomplished professional martial artist. For 23 years, Peled ran a martial arts school that was dedicated to teaching leadership skills and non-violent conflict resolution through martial arts. Miko is also a contributor to several online publications (Mint Press, The Electronic Intifada, Democracy Now, Mondoweiss), Mikopeled.com, and produces The Miko Peled Podcast, all of which he dedicated to advocating for the creation of one democratic state with equal rights for Israelis and Palestinians. He travels regularly to Palestine where he speaks and works with the popular resistance, the BDS movement, and other justice groups. As a result, he has been arrested several times by the Israeli authorities for his activism. William N. (Bill) Proctor, founder of Proving Innocence, is an award-winning journalist, reporter, producer, and anchorperson whose career of nearly forty years spanned electronic media, radio, television, and documentaries. A graduate of the University of Maryland, Bill received his degree in Sociology and Corrections with a minor in Journalism. He concluded his career as senior staff reporter for WXYZ-TV in Southfield, MI. In the mid-1990s, he produced a series of specials on the slaying of community-college student, Scott Macklem. Through his investigations, Bill became convinced that Frederick Freeman (Temujin Kensu), the man convicted of killing Macklem, was not guilty. His passion for redressing this injustice led Bill to found Proving Innocence in 2007. In May 2013, Bill "retired" and started Bill Proctor and Associates, a communications consulting firm. In 2017 Bill formed a new organization, which looks at a multitude of issues surrounding wrongful convictions, which go beyond the scope of Proving Innocence. Joy Marie Mann is an organizer, activist, writer, journalist and long-time streamer. She resides in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She is the author of the book "Our Friend, Temujin: Serving Life, Changing Lives" ***Please support The Katie Halper Show *** For bonus content, exclusive interviews, to support independent media & to help make this program possible, please join us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/thekatiehalpershow Get your Katie Halper Show Merch here! https://katiehalper.myspreadshop.com/all Follow Katie on Twitter: @kthalps

Police say they've arrested a man who was armed with an assault rifle when he tried to steal a car from a driveway in Oakland County. We'll have the details as WWJ's Tracey McCaskill runs down the top local stories for your Monday midday in Metro Detroit. (Photo: Southfield PD)

Journey into the heart of Detroit's vibrant culture as we welcome Ber-Henda Williams to the Detroit is Different podcast. In this powerful and introspective conversation, Ber-Henda reflects on her journey as an educator, poet, and community leader rooted in the legacies of Detroit's Black history. From the resilience of her family's migration story to her father's dynamic contributions as a Southfield volunteer, Ber-Henda weaves tales of artistry, hope, and transformation. A bilingual poet and Spanish educator, Ber-Henda shares how embracing the Espanol has expanded her world, built bridges across cultures, and added a unique layer to her artistry and community work. Whether performing bilingual spoken word or teaching poetry in schools where she speaks Spanish from the time she enters until she leaves, Ber-Henda's journey highlights the power of language to create connections and deepen understanding. Together, we explore themes of healing through community, the role of creativity in navigating life's transitions, and the grounding power of poetry as a tool for self-expression and connection. This episode is a celebration of heritage, love, and the unwavering strength of Detroit's soul. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com

Originally uploaded January 14th, re-edited January 31st. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Anthony M. Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. {Topic: Foster Swift about new updates to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Intro, Can you give us an overview of Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act and how it will affect Michigan's businesses? Is there any change this law gets stopped or amended by the Legislature? Are there any exemptions? What are the penalties for non-compliance? Is there any advice that you would give to businesses as they prepare to comply with this law? » 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/

Al and Kevin discuss their most anticipated games of 2025 Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:02:22: What Have We Been Up To 00:27:27: What We Are Looking Forward To In 2025 00:58:05: Outro Contact Al on Mastodon: https://mastodon.scot/@TheScotBot Email Us: https://harvestseason.club/contact/ Transcript (0:00:30) Al: Hello farmers and welcome to the first episode of the harvest season of 2025. My name is Al. (0:00:38) Kev: Wow, I’m Kevin and hmm. Did you smell that new 2025 smell that New Year’s? No (0:00:46) Al: It smells very much like 2024. We are recording this episode quite early. Four weeks early, (0:00:56) Kev: Yeah, something like that yeah, we broke a favor no (0:00:56) Al: three weeks early three weeks early three weeks early so uh (0:01:01) Al: so yeah who knows what the world will be like in three and a half weeks (0:01:06) Kev: Oh, and boy! (0:01:08) Kev: Oh, gosh, that, you know, that was a time that could have been a “haha” joke, you know, that’s a serious threat these days. (0:01:14) Al: So obviously, we will not have any news, any news that we’ve missed over the last two weeks (0:01:15) Kev: Oh, no! (0:01:24) Al: will be in the next episode. We’ll probably do a news catch-up episode. But yeah, we’re (0:01:30) Kev: Yep. So, you know, very. (0:01:31) Al: going to talk about our exciting, what we’re looking forward to for this year, our most (0:01:37) Al: anticipated games of 2025. (0:01:40) Kev: I mean, surely, you know, chocolate, or haunted chocolatier, which undoubtedly will have the release date by this point, because we’re not recording it early. (0:01:51) Kev: But yes, no. 2025, look at-looking. (0:01:53) Al: I mean, considering he just said that he hasn’t worked on it at all in the last year, (0:02:02) Kev: Yeah (0:02:03) Kev: Yeah (0:02:03) Al: basically, I don’t think that’s the case. (0:02:04) Kev: Yeah (0:02:06) Kev: Those screenshots were doctored (0:02:09) Kev: Yeah, no probably not but uh, but hey things to look forward to 2025 because boy do we need to find those especially out here in the (0:02:19) Al: So we’re going to talk about that, but first of all, Kevin, what have you been up to? (0:02:28) Kev: Okay, so all right since we already broke (0:02:32) Kev: All in um, I mean I’ve been playing a lot of the usual Marvel snap is it’s very busy right now (0:02:38) Kev: There’s a lot going on Marvel snap. I’m playing on its new season (0:02:43) Kev: I’m having fun with it (0:02:44) Al: Of course, when this comes out, it will be nearly time for another new season. (0:02:48) Kev: Probably actually the new season will be out but it’s funny though because (0:02:50) Al: No, because this is releasing on the 1st of January, so it will be another couple of days. (0:02:55) Kev: You’re right, you’re right. Okay. Well almost yeah (0:02:57) Kev: well the end of uh almost the end of that season well either way i’m having fun (0:03:02) Kev: at the start of the season I can’t say about future kevin who he’s out of my mind probably (0:03:07) Kev: um but um honestly that goes hand in hand with uh uh what i’ve really been up to uh because the (0:03:17) Kev: marvel snap season for december is a crossover season with marvel rivals which at the time of (0:03:24) Kev: recording just brought the kids to be here the day before yesterday it’s been a little more than 24 (0:03:29) Kev: hours. (0:03:32) Kev: It’s just Overwatch, but with Marvel, it is just Overwatch, and original Overwatch, (0:03:44) Kev: so I played Overwatch when it first came out in 2016, almost 10 years ago, which is wild, (0:03:50) Kev: 8 years at this point I guess, and I loved Overwatch, I adored it, I played so much Overwatch, (0:03:58) Kev: And then they basically ruined it. (0:04:02) Kev: It was two things. I mean, even before Overwatch 2, (0:04:06) Kev: they, the way they updated and patch things and balance things or whatever, (0:04:14) Kev: they started gearing it very much towards like high level competitive tournament stuff or whatever. (0:04:21) Kev: So they reworked a lot of characters and just basically they ruined a lot of it for me. (0:04:25) Kev: It was just nowhere near as fun when I dropped out. (0:04:30) Kev: which I can’t remember. (0:04:32) Kev: Pre-COVID I think when I finally kind of dropped it, but yeah. (0:04:35) Kev: And then Overwatch 2 came out, which was great because they just– (0:04:40) Kev: here’s the secret, Al, it really was just more Overwatch. (0:04:44) Kev: It was not Overwatch 2. (0:04:46) Kev: It was just the same thing, except they made it even worse (0:04:49) Kev: because I don’t think all the characters were free. (0:04:54) Kev: They changed it from 6v6 to 5v5 and just all sorts of nonsense. (0:05:02) Kev: It’s so– embarrassingly so, I would say. (0:05:06) Kev: Actually, just like the week before Rivals dropped, (0:05:08) Kev: Overwatch 2 did a mode called Overwatch Origins or something. (0:05:11) Kev: I don’t remember. (0:05:12) Kev: Basically, they had a mode where everything (0:05:15) Kev: was set back to the original Overwatch cast and abilities (0:05:19) Kev: and balances and stuff like that, which is really funny. (0:05:22) Kev: They were trying to capture that magic again (0:05:24) Kev: because Rivals was right around the corner. (0:05:28) Kev: But it doesn’t matter because Rivals is here (0:05:32) Kev: and die now. (0:05:34) Kev: So yeah, Mar– (0:05:35) Kev: OK. (0:05:37) Kev: First of all, Marvel Rivals, very stylistic. (0:05:41) Kev: It’s made by NetEase, a Chinese company. (0:05:43) Kev: They have that, what I call Chinese anime aesthetic, (0:05:47) Kev: like ancient impact and stuff. (0:05:49) Kev: Here’s this very edgy, pointy, and stylistic. (0:05:52) Kev: I like it myself. (0:05:55) Kev: But they also have– (0:05:56) Kev: I counted them where, I believe, 29 characters (0:05:59) Kev: at launch, which is insane. (0:06:02) Kev: Then when Overwatch 1 shut down, just at launch, which is wild. (0:06:07) Kev: So we have a good, healthy pick. (0:06:10) Kev: I’ve been trying to play different characters, (0:06:12) Kev: but there’s so many of them. (0:06:15) Kev: There’s– I mean, I like Squirrel Girl a lot. (0:06:19) Kev: She’s like the first one I picked. (0:06:20) Kev: And I think she still might be my favorite. (0:06:22) Kev: Penny Parker with her robot is pretty fun. (0:06:25) Kev: Captain America is really fun. (0:06:27) Kev: His shield just reflects everything. (0:06:29) Kev: I just stand there and let things hit the shield. (0:06:32) Kev: I’m contributing, yeah. (0:06:35) Kev: Hulk is fun. (0:06:37) Kev: Some characters are really hard. (0:06:39) Kev: OK, so Spider-Man played just like Spider-Man (0:06:42) Kev: from the PS4 or 5 games. (0:06:44) Kev: He has a swing. (0:06:45) Kev: He punches. (0:06:46) Kev: He does the web shoot. (0:06:47) Kev: His movement feels just like the PS5 version. (0:06:52) Kev: But that also makes him insanely difficult (0:06:54) Kev: because it’s such a chaotic game. (0:06:56) Kev: So you have to be very precise with Spider-Man. (0:07:00) Kev: and you’re trying to hit other, you know, actual… (0:07:02) Kev: players and such um it’s uh yeah it’s it’s uh it’s great great fun so you’ve never played overwatch (0:07:12) Al: I have not. I’m not a big first person game of any sort kind of person. Like, I’m struggling (0:07:18) Kev: - Mm-hmm. (0:07:19) Kev: - Okay. (0:07:20) Al: to think of any first person game that I actively enjoyed, whether it’s a shooter or anything (0:07:22) Kev: - Yeah. (0:07:24) Kev: - Short. (0:07:26) Al: else. I’m not a huge fan of the perspective, because I think the thing is that you’d think, (0:07:27) Kev: - Short. (0:07:33) Al: oh, well, first person should be the most realistic thing, right? But the problem is (0:07:38) Al: that your screen is not as wide as your (0:07:42) Al: peripheral vision is so I just feel like and this happens in a lot of games (0:07:43) Kev: Yeah, oh, that’s a good point (0:07:46) Al: with movable cameras in that I just feel almost claustrophobic is obviously (0:07:47) Kev: Uh-huh (0:07:51) Al: not a phobia but it’s that sort of idea of like I feel hemmed in and I can’t see (0:07:52) Kev: Yeah (0:07:54) Kev: I get it right yet (0:07:57) Kev: It feels busy. Yeah, I totally can get that. I’m generally not a first-person shooter person either (0:08:03) Kev: I did pick it up for overwatch and whatnot, but you know, here’s here’s the secret out. Here’s a surprise (0:08:09) Kev: Marvel Rivals is not first-person (0:08:11) Al: Oh, it’s not! (0:08:13) Kev: It’s it’s you you hold the back third-person camera. You see your full character when playing (0:08:19) Kev: So as you say you do have a much wider (0:08:23) Kev: Like scope you like how much you can see at once it is my yeah (0:08:26) Al: Oh, yeah. (0:08:29) Kev: So the camera is is focused on you like you’re always centered on it and whatnot (0:08:35) Al: Is Overwatch like this as well? (0:08:37) Kev: No, it is not (0:08:38) Al: Is Overwatch first person? (0:08:39) Kev: Overwatch is first-person. Yes, so you’re not you’re not (0:08:40) Al: Okay, so I’m not so I’m not just making I’m not just making because because people are (0:08:43) Kev: No [LAUGH] Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, I know, yes, because you’re not crazy, no, right? (0:08:44) Al: just saying this is just and you did this exactly. (0:08:46) Al: It’s Overwatch, but Marvel. (0:08:48) Al: So so I’m not going crazy. (0:08:50) Al: I was thinking if it’s Overwatch like Marvel, that would mean it was first person, but it’s (0:08:54) Al: not. (0:08:55) Al: Okay, fine. (0:08:56) Al: I was like, have I just miss on miss remembered this game for like, what, 10 years? (0:09:02) Al: Is that how long since the first one came out? (0:09:04) Kev: No, yes, no, no, no, you are correct and but yeah, here’s like, that’s a big thing, right? (0:09:10) Al: Not 10 years, eight years. (0:09:11) Kev: And yeah, eight years almost ten years, but. (0:09:13) Al: 2016 that year. (0:09:13) Kev: Well, okay. And that’s a big thing because I mean, first of all, like you said, the whole camera thing, like, yeah, I can understand. And so obviously that improves that, especially like I couldn’t imagine playing that as Spider-Man, like being first person while swinging around and fly. (0:09:31) Al: No, no, I’d feel sick. (0:09:32) Kev: Oh my gosh. That would be insane. That would be unplayable. So it works well. They can do stuff like that, right? (0:09:41) Kev: And furthermore, I think (0:09:43) Kev: Because much like overwatch one of the (0:09:50) Kev: Foundations let’s say of the game the pillars is cosmetics right like different skins and emotes and so on and so forth, right? (0:09:56) Kev: so (0:09:57) Kev: When overwatch you get a cool skin well, you can’t see it most of them (0:10:01) Kev: You don’t see it when you’re actually playing the game, right? You see like the characters hand maybe but and the death camera (0:10:06) Kev: I guess but here you can actually see your costumes the whole time when you’re playing the game, which is you know, very nice (0:10:14) Kev: And so and actually on that note (0:10:17) Kev: monetization like they were very clear and (0:10:21) Kev: Transparent about it. They dropped the link a blog like actually two days before the game came out (0:10:25) Kev: we didn’t actually know what it was gonna look so right then but (0:10:29) Kev: Two things they were very adamant and clear about one the game is free to play which overwatch (0:10:34) Kev: original was not I don’t know about overwatch - but Marvel rivals is completely free to play and download and play and (0:10:40) Kev: and furthermore, every character is free to play. (0:10:43) Kev: Like I said, Overwatch, I believe that is not the case anymore. (0:10:46) Kev: In Overwatch 2, you have to buy characters or whatever. (0:10:49) Kev: But here, nope, you can pick whatever character you like. (0:10:52) Kev: They have a Season Pass, Battle Pass thing. (0:10:55) Kev: They have bundles that they call them, (0:10:58) Kev: where you can buy a skin and an emote and an animation. (0:11:01) Kev: All sorts of different things, it’s all grouped up together, right? (0:11:05) Kev: And that’s how they’re going to focus on the monetization. (0:11:08) Kev: It’s all going to be cosmetics, which is fantastic. (0:11:12) Al: And so this game is free to play, and you can play all the characters, and it’s in third (0:11:13) Kev: It is free to play, yep. (0:11:17) Kev: That’s correct. (0:11:18) Al: person, and it’s characters I like. (0:11:20) Kev: Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, it is. (0:11:22) Al: Damn it. (0:11:23) Kev: Yes, I did it, score. (0:11:26) Al: And it’s on Steam, presumably, so I can play it on Steam Deck. (0:11:26) Kev: It is on Steam, PS5, and Xbox, whatever the current one is, I’ve lost track. (0:11:32) Al: Is it cross-play? (0:11:34) Kev: Okay, actually, I think they did a very fair way of approaching that. (0:11:38) Kev: It is cross-play, if you’re playing casual matches. (0:11:41) Kev: if you’re just doing quick play. (0:11:43) Kev: It is cross play and I see that all the time if you’re playing ranked. (0:11:48) Al: what about cross save (0:11:50) Kev: I think it is cross save. (0:11:52) Kev: I haven’t looked too hard into that but that probably should be I think so. (0:11:53) Al: so if I want to if I want to start it on my steam deck and then go on to my ps5 (0:11:59) Al: presumably I can keep any settings I have (0:12:01) Kev: I I yeah, I don’t I don’t have that hard information in front of me, but I would wager that’s the case. (0:12:10) Kev: But yeah, so if you play ranked, it’s uh, yeah, I know right. (0:12:13) Kev: They’re answering all the questions correctly. (0:12:16) Kev: If you, uh, play, um, if you play ranked, you, you just play with (0:12:20) Kev: people on the same systems or whatever you’re on, which seems fair. (0:12:23) Kev: Yeah, that’s, that’s fine. (0:12:24) Kev: Um, but you can totally play cross play with other folks on slack or whatever. (0:12:28) Kev: Um, so yeah, all right. (0:12:30) Kev: There you go. (0:12:31) Kev: Al’s on board. (0:12:32) Kev: You people should try it too. (0:12:33) Al: Oh, my word, forty seven gigabytes. (0:12:37) Kev: It’s, it’s a beefy boy. (0:12:38) Al: Oh, I literally don’t have enough space on my steam deck. (0:12:39) Kev: Um, wait, 40. (0:12:43) Al: Forty seven, I’m seeing forty seven is what it’s saying on Steam. (0:12:43) Kev: seven? Really? Oh. Good times. Good times. Um, but yeah, it’s, I can’t recommend it enough. (0:12:47) Al: Forty seven gigabytes. (0:12:48) Al: I need to uninstall something or get a bigger SD card. (0:12:52) Al: Because I have forty three gigabytes free. (0:12:59) Kev: It’s, it’s fun. It’s got lots of different styles of play. Groot builds walls. He’s fun. (0:13:06) Kev: Um, Iron Man is always flying. He’s just shoots from the air. He is always lying. Like a little, (0:13:11) Kev: I don’t think he can actually run. (0:13:14) Kev: Loki creates duplicates, so on and so forth. It’s good fun. (0:13:18) Al: this feels like a game that I’m going to stick on my PS5 and use, because I am one of those suckers (0:13:25) Al: that has a PS Portal. So it feels like I’m going to stick it on my PS5, use my PS Portal, (0:13:26) Kev: There you go. (0:13:32) Al: rather than trying to fit it on my Steam tech, which is full to the brim of different games. (0:13:38) Al: Whereas my PS5 currently, I have been playing Astro Bot on it just the last few games. They’ve (0:13:45) Al: they’ve added some the like speed as. (0:13:48) Al: Speed run levels, so I’ve been doing them and I’ve just about to once I’ve finished (0:13:54) Al: playing Zelda, which I will have done by the time this episode comes out, (0:13:57) Al: but I’m not going to talk about that because I’m talking about that. (0:13:59) Al: In the second episode that I’m recording today, just a little behind the scenes. (0:14:00) Kev: that is releasing that is releasing before this episode so you’ve already (0:14:07) Al: March before, three weeks before, I will, I’m going to once I finish Zelda, I’m going to start. (0:14:09) Kev: so you’ve already talked about it actually (0:14:18) Al: Hopefully finish before the end of the year, Sonic Shadows. Sonic Shadow generations. (0:14:24) Kev: Oh I gotta get into that too. Generations, yeah. Oh man I gotta get to that too. (0:14:27) Al: Yeah, because you finished it, haven’t you? (0:14:29) Kev: Uh, no, I finished Sonic, uh, uh, Frontiers, the, the, the open world one. (0:14:33) Al: Oh, I thought you said you finish it, January. I thought you said something about that. (0:14:36) Kev: Oh, I put, uh, original, Sonic Generations, the original Sonic, mm-mm, no, no, I’ve not (0:14:38) Al: No, no, no, no, no. I’m sure I saw you saying something about Shadow. (0:14:42) Al: Did I just misread what you said? (0:14:43) Kev: gotten, maybe, because I finished Sonic Frontiers, but not, uh, I’ve not touched Shadow Generations (0:14:48) Kev: yet, um, I, I actually do have it, it is ready to open, and as soon as I… (0:14:54) Kev: probably finish up the, well, we’ll see, I don’t know, because Marvel Rivals is eating (0:14:57) Kev: my life right now, so at some point I will get to it. Um, uh, going back to, dude, I just posted, (0:15:05) Kev: uh, in the chat here, uh, a Penny Arcade comic, you gotta see it, it’s about playing Marvel (0:15:09) Kev: Rivals on the Steam Deck, just like you were talking about, good times. Um, but yeah, that’s, (0:15:14) Kev: uh, Marvel Rivals, I’m glad I sold Al on it, sick, um, big thumbs up, I’m sure it’s even better by (0:15:21) Kev: by the time this actually comes out. (0:15:21) Al: Oh, well, what I’m going to talk about. Obviously, I’ve also been playing, (0:15:24) Kev: what do you have been up to, Al? (0:15:26) Kev: other than (0:15:30) Kev: yes, other than the Zelda (0:15:32) Kev: which you’ve already talked about (0:15:33) Al: yeah, I’ve also been playing Snap, but I think I’m kind of wrapping up on that for just now, (0:15:39) Al: because I’m just getting a bit tired. I’ve been playing it every single day (0:15:43) Al: a lot, because, I mean, you know, you’ve seen the leaderboard on there. I don’t stop. (0:15:47) Kev: I you you do you I play daily but yeah you curve saw me on the leaderboard (0:15:52) Al: I would love to see, what do I play? I play it on my Mac. I don’t think it has, like, (0:15:54) Kev: every every week you do play good (0:16:00) Al: time, amount of time you’ve played on that. But, like, yeah, the amount of time I put in is just (0:16:07) Al: stupid. Like, I would be playing it for, like, what, two to three hours every single day, (0:16:16) Kev: That’s not, ha ha ha ha ha ha. (0:16:16) Al: two to three hours minimum every single day for about six months. (0:16:21) Kev: Ahhhhhh. (0:16:21) Al: I think I’m rolling back on that a little bit, just because I want to play some other things, (0:16:25) Kev: I don’t, weren’t you so high? (0:16:29) Kev: Yeah, until they bring you back in. (0:16:30) Al: and I’m just getting a little bit tired. They will, of course, because this happened last (0:16:32) Kev: It’s the ebb and flow. (0:16:35) Al: time as well. I played it from launch for a good nine months or something like that, (0:16:41) Al: and then I got tired again, and stopped for a while, and then got back into it six months ago. (0:16:48) Al: I’m sure it will get me back in again, and I’m sure I’ll be annoyed that I… (0:16:51) Al: I took the break because obviously I will be so far behind with the cards, but… (0:16:55) Kev: Well, hopefully they’ll have fixed it by then. (0:16:59) Al: We’ll see. We’ll see. (0:17:00) Kev: We’ll see. (0:17:01) Kev: Probably not. (0:17:01) Kev: It’ll probably take them a minute to fix it. (0:17:04) Al: And I’ve been playing Pocket as well, just my regular daily Pocket. (0:17:09) Al: I’m managing to actually do that as an actual how people do daily games, right? (0:17:13) Al: Of putting like 15 minutes into it a day. (0:17:18) Al: Crazy, I know. I don’t do that. (0:17:18) Kev: I don’t blame you but um well hey pocket no I would just say like I still haven’t got (0:17:19) Al: I put my entire game. (0:17:21) Al: gaming time into a game normally when I’m playing it. (0:17:23) Al: But the other thing I’ve been up to recent. Oh, sorry, are you gonna say something? (0:17:34) Kev: into it and like I don’t know something about it it just feels almost uh the more I hear (0:17:41) Kev: about it while not playing it the weirder it sounds to me which like is very much a (0:17:46) Kev: a me thing like I don’t have all the pieces (0:17:48) Kev: in the puzzle but it’s just I don’t get it I still but regardless good for you (0:17:54) Kev: enjoy your wonder pics which I just learned what is today what’s that it’s (0:17:57) Al: I enjoy it, I like collecting things, and this allows me to collect things without battling. (0:18:09) Al: The other thing I’ve been up to, because I will have talked about all the other games (0:18:13) Al: in different episodes, I’m going to talk about I have been watching the TV show Legion. (0:18:19) Kev: Okay, I have not, but I am familiar with it. First of all, who thought of that premise? (0:18:26) Kev: Let’s make a show about Legion, the Professor X’s son. (0:18:28) Al: it’s it’s yeah and it’s funny it’s funny because um that it that’s the entire link (0:18:36) Al: to marvel stuff is legion and minor spoilers for legion but if you know anything about the (0:18:44) Al: character this will not be a spoiler for you shadow king right that is that that’s it (0:18:48) Kev: yeah yeah I actually found out about shadow king just yesterday I don’t remember how I ended up (0:18:55) Kev: it was a wiki hole and somehow I ended up well I don’t know too much about legion to be honest (0:19:00) Kev: but shadow king showing up threw me for a loop i’ll say that um I guess it makes sense because (0:19:05) Kev: he’s a telepath that’s probably the entirety of it um uh I will say um shadow king actually looks (0:19:05) Al: Yeah. (0:19:13) Kev: decent like they did a good job with how it looks. And Aubrey Plaza is sha- (0:19:18) Kev: I’m not okay when I read that. I was like, “Well, she’s possessed.” I know. Yeah. (0:19:20) Al: she’s yeah I don’t want to say too much because there’s some spoilers but yeah she is acting (0:19:26) Al: shadow king for some of it yeah it is she’s fantastic I mean she’s fantastic and everything (0:19:32) Al: I think I have never been disappointed by her and she does but it’s like such a different character (0:19:32) Kev: I was about to say that “yes” in everything. (0:19:39) Al: to other characters that she’s done like I know she does weird characters like that’s her thing (0:19:44) Kev: Yeah, I was about to she’s not her weird because she has the you know that very blasé face and a lot of the characters (0:19:44) Al: she does weird characters yeah no this is (0:19:50) Kev: They run into that, right? (0:19:50) Al: this is very much she turns up the evil rather than the weird right which is what you want from (0:19:54) Kev: That is yeah, yeah, that’s that’s interesting. I can’t remember the last time I saw replaza play, you know evil (0:20:02) Al: properly evil rather than just like accidentally evil. (0:20:03) Kev: but (0:20:06) Kev: Yeah, oh, yeah, yes, okay. Yes, that’s correct (0:20:10) Kev: Or let’s it may be malicious maybe not outright evil, but (0:20:13) Al: Yeah, yeah, yeah, sure, for sure. (0:20:14) Kev: But yeah, but yeah like a straight evil that’s that is fascinating but hey, but look (0:20:19) Al: Straight evil and nobody said straight. (0:20:22) Kev: Yeah (0:20:24) Kev: She’s um, I mean hey good good. She’s good. She’s a great actress though. Like everyone. I’ve seen her so I’m sure she kills it (0:20:31) Al: Yeah, no, she absolutely does. (0:20:32) Al: She kills, the role is fantastic, but other than, yeah, other than Legion and Shadow (0:20:40) Al: King, every other character is like an original character for the show, which is a little (0:20:44) Kev: Okay, what about not even Charles like cuz that’s (0:20:46) Al: bit weird. (0:20:48) Al: He is, he’s hinted at, but he’s never explicitly said. (0:20:52) Kev: Okay as about this like I I don’t (0:20:54) Kev: Okay, cuz I don’t expect them on screen, but you know that’s kind of a fundamental part of Legion’s characters (0:21:01) Al: So I think they can. (0:21:02) Al: They kind of hint at the fact at some point they hint about his dad being a telepath and they have like a cartoon drawing of who is clearly Charles Xavier, obviously, but it’s just like it’s hinted at, he has never explicitly said. (0:21:17) Kev: Okay (0:21:20) Al: said. (0:21:21) Kev: Okay, so okay (0:21:24) Kev: Two questions one do they ever I’m assuming they don’t have the really stupid Legion here that you see in the comics (0:21:31) Kev: But do they ever make a joke about it? (0:21:32) Al: No, I haven’t, I haven’t noticed anything I like that he has. (0:21:33) Kev: Yeah (0:21:36) Kev: Okay, darn it (0:21:36) Al: I mean, his hair is kind of, yeah, I mean, it kind of sticks up in some way, (0:21:41) Kev: It’s vertical (0:21:42) Al: but it’s not, yeah, it’s not as tall. (0:21:44) Al: It’s nowhere near, it’s like, it looks like a normal, like a possible (0:21:47) Kev: Okay, it’s a plausible hairstyle, okay (0:21:48) Al: realistic hairstyle that is an homage to it, I think they do. (0:21:51) Kev: Okay, so they translated it. Okay. I see. All right. Okay, because yeah, his comics hair is ridiculous. It’s like taller than his head (0:21:57) Al: Yeah. (0:21:59) Al: Yeah. (0:22:02) Kev: Okay, the other question (0:22:04) Kev: how is the (0:22:06) Kev: Multiple personality stuff done right because the bar is now set at moonlight, right? How is how do (0:22:11) Al: So, the interesting thing, so I’m finished season two, and I’ve got one season left to (0:22:17) Al: go, the up until the end of season two, they don’t touch on the multiple personalities (0:22:26) Al: very much. (0:22:26) Kev: What? (0:22:26) Al: Obviously, they’d know, let me finish, let me finish, because up until that point, he’s (0:22:33) Al: almost, he’s not quite sure of what his deal is, right? (0:22:41) Al: He starts off the series being diagnosed with schizophrenia in a mental hospital, and then (0:22:48) Al: gets out of the hospital and is like, “Oh, I wasn’t mentally ill, I was just a powerful (0:22:53) Al: mutant and people didn’t understand that.” (0:22:57) Al: And by the end of season two, they’re like, “No, no, you’re not, it’s not that you’re (0:23:02) Al: not mentally ill, it’s that you’re both.” (0:23:06) Al: So that’s how they finish the second season. (0:23:09) Kev: OK. (0:23:11) Al: Up until the last episode of season two, they’ve done a thing where he’s got voices (0:23:19) Al: talking to him, but until the last episode of season two, they don’t do explicitly his (0:23:25) Al: different personalities talking to each other. (0:23:28) Kev: Okay. Well, yeah, towards. Yeah. Okay. (0:23:28) Al: So they’ve not done that very much. (0:23:32) Al: With Moon Knight, his personalities don’t talk to each other, right? (0:23:36) Al: that is dissociative. And I know that I know that legions meant to be dissociative. (0:23:41) Al: But they do seem to be talking to each other, which is interesting. (0:23:46) Al: So it’s very different from how “Moonlight” works. (0:23:51) Al: And this is probably one of these things where this is not at all what it’s like in real life, (0:23:54) Al: and I understand that, I’m not trying to say. (0:23:55) Kev: oh yeah oh yeah for sure like I have even less expectations of legion in that end because legion (0:24:03) Kev: is so over the top with everything he’s got going on so yeah okay so uh-huh okay (0:24:06) Al: It’s, yeah, it’s very much more towards schizophrenia rather than DID, because it’s like, it’s framed (0:24:16) Al: as voices talking to him in his head, and he talks back to them. And then, yeah, so (0:24:21) Al: are we interested to see what they do in season three with it? Because he’s now kind of like (0:24:26) Al: realized this and like, everybody else realizes it. And he’s kind of like moving towards a (0:24:30) Al: kind of almost villain arc, but it will be interesting to see where they take that because (0:24:34) Kev: Ah. (0:24:35) Al: ‘cause obviously he’s a complicated– (0:24:37) Al: –character who, you know, yeah. (0:24:37) Kev: Whoops. (0:24:38) Kev: Oh, just a little. (0:24:41) Al: So it’ll be interesting to see where they end up, but I’ve enjoyed it so far. (0:24:41) Kev: Just a little. (0:24:43) Kev: OK. (0:24:45) Kev: Well, that’s great. (0:24:45) Al: But yeah, it’s been very weird. (0:24:46) Al: It’s like there’s a character that’s clearly meant to be kind of like rogue, (0:24:52) Al: but not really, in that if she touches someone, she swaps bodies with them. (0:24:54) Kev: Mmm (0:24:58) Kev: Her name is bros not rogue (0:25:01) Al: No, it’s not. (0:25:02) Al: It’s Sydney. (0:25:02) Al: But no, instead of like stealing someone’s power, she literally swaps bodies. (0:25:03) Kev: Okay (0:25:05) Kev: Yeah, that’s that’s pretty cool (0:25:06) Al: With them is interesting, and they’ve very much gone in a dark way with this, rather like, you know, there’s a like, we go into her, her childhood and there’s some like really not great moments where she realizes she can do this and. (0:25:21) Kev: No, I’m sure. Oh, oh gosh. There’s a lot of bad places you can go with that. Oh, that’s not great. Oh (0:25:28) Al: Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, I’m not going to talk about them on the podcast, but I mean, I might, if you’re if you’re not going to watch it, I might tell you one of them after the podcast because it. (0:25:32) Kev: Sure, but (0:25:36) Kev: Dude I can already take a guess but do tell like mmm (0:25:37) Al: I don’t think that particularly got me. (0:25:40) Al: After the podcast. (0:25:40) Kev: Y’all you could you can yeah there is room to work with there. Absolutely (0:25:46) Al: But yeah, so everyone else, including her are like, as far as I can tell, unique characters, because I was like, I don’t recognize these characters and I went on to Wikipedia and they’re not like. (0:25:58) Al: Legion is linked as the Marvel Legion, and then obviously Shadow King is linked as Shadow King, the Marvel Shadow King and all the other ones, they’re just. (0:26:02) Kev: Yeah, no. (0:26:06) Al: So and so, as this character name, and there’s no like link to a Marvel equivalent for them, so I’m assuming they’re all original characters. (0:26:12) Kev: Uh-huh (0:26:15) Kev: Sure, sure. Okay. Okay. Well (0:26:17) Al: They also have Jermaine Clement. I don’t know if you know who I who I’m talking about. (0:26:21) Kev: That name sounds familiar, let me see. Ah, okay, okay (0:26:22) Al: He was a flight, one of the flight of the concords. No flight of the concords? Yeah, he’s excellent in it as well. So yeah, no, it’s very good. I’m enjoying it and I’m looking forward to season three. (0:26:36) Al: But I’m still finished by the time you hear this episode because I’m going to watch it this week. I’ve only got eight episodes left to go. (0:26:42) Kev: it is it’s such a fascinating thing right because he’s I mean Legion is he is a (0:26:50) Kev: character of some note but not like you know he’s not an A-lister to name in the (0:26:57) Kev: Marvel verse let’s say that right but here they are making a spin a show (0:27:04) Kev: entirely centered or out to him without any of the other Marvel connections so (0:27:09) Kev: So when you hear that, it’s such an interesting practice. (0:27:12) Kev: It’s very cool that they managed to do good with it. (0:27:14) Kev: I have heard good things about it. (0:27:18) Al: Maybe. Yeah, so that’s mostly what I’ve been up to that I haven’t talked about on other episodes. (0:27:26) Kev: All right, cool (0:27:27) Al: Shall we talk about what games we are most looking forward to in 2025? (0:27:34) Kev: “Wildflowers 2” which might be announced by the time this comes out. (0:27:38) Kev: I don’t know. (0:27:39) Al: Oh yeah, they’ve hinted at something coming, haven’t they? (0:27:42) Kev: Yeah, I think it’s coming out. (0:27:44) Kev: So I don’t remember any dates or anything, but that may actually be announced by the (0:27:49) Kev: time this comes out. (0:27:50) Al: Yeah, so I know. (0:27:51) Kev: That may not be a joke. (0:27:53) Al: I know that so I I sent you a link, didn’t I? (0:27:56) Al: Yes, here it was. (0:27:57) Al: So they’re announcing something in the wholesome snack, (0:28:00) Al: which as we’re recording, it’s happening in three days. (0:28:04) Kev: Oh, great. Wildflowers 2 is going to be announced in three days, and I’m not for– (0:28:05) Al: So. (0:28:09) Kev: I can’t confirm it, because I don’t actually know at the time of the recording. (0:28:14) Al: Like, have they hinted towards there being a Wildflowers, too, and it’s not just (0:28:17) Kev: No, okay. That’s me just being hyperbolic. I don’t know, but it’s Drydock Studios. (0:28:22) Kev: It’s from their account, isn’t it? The Wildflowers account, so… (0:28:26) Kev: I don’t know. Who knows? It could be. That would be my hope, of course. Maybe with a different art (0:28:31) Kev: style but you never know um who knows what it’ll be (0:28:35) Kev: um i’ve got my eye on it though for sure though so we’ll see (0:28:37) Al: You’ll play whatever they make, basically, is what you’re saying. (0:28:41) Kev: yeah basically (0:28:44) Al: OK, cool. So we’re going to go through. We’ve each got a list, presumably. (0:28:48) Al: I can’t see Kevin’s list, but presumably we both have a list. (0:28:52) Al: I think what we’ve previously done is talk through one each. (0:28:59) Al: I just kind of go alternately and we’ll talk through our opinions on why we’re looking (0:29:05) Al: looking forward to it, et cetera. (0:29:10) Kev: I am where I cannot find my list I do right if you have a big you had a big list on you (0:29:15) Kev: Where is it? Uh, hold on. Let me see. I’m trying to remember here. You need to go on in slack (0:29:22) Al: I don’t think I’ve posted a big long list of what’s coming out, but it should be on if you look on the notion, there’s a big long list. (0:29:23) Kev: You did yeah (0:29:34) Kev: Um, oh, here it is. Yes. Okay. Okay. Yes. Sorry. Okay. Yeah, I could not find it. Um, but alright, let’s uh, let’s um, yeah. Alright, you start it. (0:29:46) Al: All right, so my first one, and I feel like this has been on my list so many times, but (0:29:52) Al: that’s because I still haven’t properly played it. And that is Snacko because obviously Snacko (0:29:58) Al: is in early access. I haven’t played it yet because it’s been so busy. I think when it (0:30:04) Al: came out last year was a really bad time because it’s December and I’m not going to play a (0:30:08) Al: brand new farming game in December because I’m already like out of it. But. (0:30:16) Al: At some point this year, Snacko will release 1.0 unless something goes seriously wrong. (0:30:23) Al: Like they’ve posted their updated roadmap and it has four updates on it. And it sounds (0:30:29) Al: like they’re expecting that to be done kind of reasonably early next year. So I would (0:30:33) Al: be very surprised if Snacko 1.0 doesn’t come out. So I think that’s probably the thing (0:30:37) Al: I’m most looking forward to. (0:30:38) Kev: Yeah, yeah (0:30:42) Kev: All right, yeah, no, that’s fair like I (0:30:45) Kev: snako isn’t on my radar, but like I (0:30:49) Kev: this is one of those I’ve talked, you know ad nauseam like (0:30:53) Kev: Games that are in early access forever and then they get the 1.0 release like it’s uh (0:30:59) Kev: It’s I don’t know something almost perplexing unless they have a send some games do do it. We’re like a massive (0:31:06) Kev: Addition or patch change, right? (0:31:09) Kev: To list the features to 1.0 (0:31:12) Kev: But you know, we’ll see if it can’t drop. Hopefully it will drop (0:31:15) Kev: Um, I will say the art style still looks great. I will say that right like the pixel cap, but everything else is 3d (0:31:22) Al: Yeah (0:31:22) Kev: um (0:31:23) Al: They’ve they’ve done a lot of work as well (0:31:26) Al: So I’ve seen some recent screenshots and some screenshots from like when they first announced it and they’ve they’ve improved the graphics (0:31:34) Al: A huge amount while still feeling like it’s the same style, which is really impressive (0:31:40) Al: And it’s just I think the thing about snako is I have been talking about this game since we started the podcast. I’m pretty sure (0:31:46) Kev: Oh, that sounds about right. (0:31:48) Al: So, you know to to go that long (0:31:52) Al: I can’t even remember how long is it is this is this the end of year six or is this the end of you? (0:31:57) Al: I think it’s the end of year six in January. It will be six years of the podcast. So (0:32:02) Al: Yeah, just the idea of you know, I’ve been talking about this game for that long (0:32:07) Al: And I’m super excited to to finally properly played it. Obviously I played a (0:32:12) Al: demo (0:32:13) Al: Years ago now, but it’s obviously changed a huge amount since then (0:32:16) Kev: Yeah, that will be cool. Once it hits 1.0. I will say heck maybe even I’ll get on board at that point. I don’t know (0:32:26) Kev: But yeah, it’s uh (0:32:28) Kev: That’s good. Can you imagine that the finally that since it’s you finally get into it (0:32:35) Kev: I mean everything talking about it for this many years and finally we get 1.0 and you play the game proper (0:32:42) Kev: But yeah, all right, I’ll (0:32:45) Kev: I’ll, I’ll take the baton. (0:32:46) Kev: Um, my first pick, um, kind of like, I just talked about Snacko, but this is a similar boat where the game is already out, but I haven’t gotten to it. (0:32:58) Kev: And more importantly, it’s going to be the console release of Hello Kitty Island Adventure. (0:33:02) Kev: Um, ah, well, there you go. (0:33:02) Al: Ah that’s on my list as well. This I’m so excited for because yeah I really liked the game in (0:33:12) Al: general but I hated playing it on my iPad so I was like I played it as much as I needed to (0:33:18) Al: for the episode and went I will play this when it’s on something else because it is such a good (0:33:25) Al: game it is such it looks great it feels great everything about it is great I just did not want (0:33:31) Al: to do it on a touch screen! (0:33:32) Kev: It looks like it looks I know I say this knowing Hello Kitty is like one of the biggest franchises in the world just (0:33:43) Kev: monetary wise right but it looks so much better than what I expect it to be right because I’m not saying Hello Kitty is isn’t like it (0:33:52) Kev: doesn’t do quality stuff but it just does so much stuff right like it’s so everywhere that I’m just I don’t know and I don’t (0:34:00) Kev: expect, you know, super high (0:34:02) Kev: highs, let’s say that, right? But this looks incredible. Just everything going on. Like the (0:34:08) Kev: writing, you write minecarts in this game, it’s wild! And finding the Gudetama’s hidden around, (0:34:15) Kev: oh my, it just sounds incredible. And like, just the massive list of Sanrio characters. (0:34:24) Kev: Yeah, no, this, this, like ever since the, you guys talked about it on that one episode, I’ve been so (0:34:28) Kev: hype for it. You and Maddy talk about it. (0:34:32) Kev: This is probably number one, just because I mean, of course, like we know what it is more or less, right? It’s come out. (0:34:39) Kev: We know I know what to expect. So that’s probably why out of all the names here, it is the one I’m most looking forward to, I would say. (0:34:46) Al: Yeah, I wonder, here’s a question for you. (0:34:47) Kev: Yeah, good stuff. Yeah. (0:34:49) Al: Do you think this will be a Switch 2 launch title? (0:34:57) Al: So as of just now, we just know 2025 for Hello Kitty Island Adventure. (0:35:02) Al: We don’t know when in 2025 and also we’re expecting the Switch 2 to be released in (0:35:10) Al: 2025 and it was announced that it was coming to Switch. (0:35:17) Al: Or it was announced that it was coming to anything else (0:35:20) Kev: Yeah. Yeah. (0:35:21) Al: in a Nintendo Direct, you know, in 2024 this year, June 2024. (0:35:29) Al: You know for a fact that if the Switch 2 is coming out next year, (0:35:33) Al: there are developers that have a version to build against an SDK, right? (0:35:40) Al: You know for a fact that there are games (0:35:41) Al: companies that have that because there’s no way they would release the game (0:35:46) Al: Switch exclusives and this feels like it could be something, right? (0:35:51) Al: Like, do you know? (0:35:52) Kev: fact that it’s already have you know it’s already out right it’s it’s just a port as opposed to ground-up game doesn’t make it a (0:35:58) Al: Exactly, yeah. (0:35:59) Kev: Lot more likely um I I don’t know how strong lead field I’ll say it’s greater than 50% chance. It’ll be a launch title (0:36:06) Al: It’s the fact that we still don’t–it’s been six months, and we still don’t know when it’s (0:36:08) Kev: You know I don’t know (0:36:12) Al: coming out next year, you know? And there were many–like, the general assumption is (0:36:13) Kev: Yeah, you know what that’s that’s fair um (0:36:16) Kev: Umm… (0:36:22) Al: that the Switch 2 release announcement was delayed from September. So June to September (0:36:30) Kev: Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah (0:36:31) Al: could be a sort of expected timeline between announcement and date. Don’t know. (0:36:54) Al: Yeah, it will be backwards compatible, but I will say, and this is the thing that people (0:36:58) Al: keep getting wrong, backwards compatible does not mean it will run better on the Switch (0:37:02) Al: 2, necessarily. That’s not how these things work, right? (0:37:04) Kev: No, you’re right, I’m not saying, you know what, that’s a good point. (0:37:10) Kev: Yeah, no, you’re right. (0:37:10) Al: So if they make, because it’s the same thing with PS4 versions on a PS5, do not run better (0:37:16) Al: than on a PS4. Well, not better than a PS4 Pro. They do run better than a PS4, but they (0:37:21) Al: don’t run better than a PS4 Pro (0:37:24) Al: They’re not compiled for the PS5, they’re compiled for the PS4 and PS4 Pro (0:37:29) Al: and then they also work on the PS5 and so like when we got, I remember when I first got a PS5 (0:37:36) Al: Fall Guys was just the PS4 version and then like a year later they released the PS5 version and it (0:37:39) Kev: yeah (0:37:43) Kev: um really oh wow I didn’t try on the ps5 i’ll have to try that (0:37:48) Kev: um (0:37:48) Al: With your ps5 that’s just sitting in the corner (0:37:51) Kev: that’s cool look ps5 was my zen the zone zero machine (0:37:56) Al: Would you have a ps5? Oh, I didn’t know that fair enough (0:37:57) Kev: it was stupid oh yeah I do (0:38:01) Kev: yeah yeah yeah I like I use it it’s not just even the ps5 like in general my playstation or (0:38:08) Kev: or non-Nintendo consoles are– (0:38:09) Kev: get used just from a handful of games, right? (0:38:11) Al: » Yeah. (0:38:11) Kev: Like, they’re games, I want them, right? (0:38:12) Al: Same. (0:38:14) Kev: Like, it’s my Street Fighter machine, (0:38:16) Kev: it’s my Send the Zone Zero machine. (0:38:18) Kev: Now my Mar– well, actually, no, (0:38:19) Kev: I’m not even playing Marvel, (0:38:20) Kev: I’m playing Marvel, I was on Steam, (0:38:21) Kev: Calvin got the– (0:38:23) Kev: ‘cause Calvin was a big Overwatch fan, too, (0:38:25) Kev: so we’re both hyped about it, (0:38:26) Kev: so I was like, okay, you know what? (0:38:27) Kev: I have a computer that can run it, (0:38:29) Kev: I’ll run Marvel, I was on Steam, (0:38:31) Kev: you play on the PlayStation, (0:38:32) Kev: and that’s how we split it up. (0:38:33) Kev: But anyways, but there’s another– (0:38:36) Kev: yeah, Fall Guys, right? (0:38:40) Kev: I probably won’t try it, actually, (0:38:41) Kev: ‘cause I don’t have too much other stuff. (0:38:44) Al: I still love fall guys. It’s great. I don’t play as much as I used to, but I still, it’s (0:38:46) Kev: Oh, yeah, Fall Guys is excellent, (0:38:48) Al: a good fun, good. They they’ve been adding, they’ve been adding loads of great, uh, what’s (0:38:49) Kev: like, there is no denying that, (0:38:51) Kev: they knocked that out of the park. (0:38:52) Kev: I wonder how far it’s come. (0:38:53) Kev: Oh, now I’m curious, maybe I will. (0:38:58) Al: the word I’m looking for? Um, skins. And I really like how they’ve been doing the skins (0:39:04) Al: in that you can quite often get a lot of skins for free. Um, so there’s, there’s a, they (0:39:09) Al: They have a, okay, okay, here’s what I really love about what they’ve been doing. (0:39:14) Al: They have a premium pass, or what do you call it, a ladder, or whatever it is you (0:39:20) Al: call it. (0:39:21) Al: I can’t never remember the terminology these games use. (0:39:24) Al: The battle pass, yeah, sure. (0:39:24) Kev: Battle pass, season pass, I don’t know. (0:39:26) Kev: Yeah. (0:39:26) Al: Season pass. (0:39:27) Al: There we go. (0:39:28) Al: Season pass. (0:39:29) Al: They’ve got a season pass. (0:39:30) Al: But the season pass gives you back the currency that you use to buy the season pass. (0:39:38) Kev: Okay (0:39:38) Al: So if you reach level 40 in the season pass, you have a sentry. (0:39:42) Kev: Yeah (0:39:44) Al: Eventually, refunded your season pass. (0:39:47) Kev: You have the next one free which is always great, yeah (0:39:48) Al: Exactly, so if you’re playing it regularly, you can get so much stuff without actually (0:39:55) Al: having to pay except that first payment, which is really good. (0:39:58) Kev: Yeah, yeah (0:40:00) Al: And they have like a whole bunch of bundles where it’s like, here’s a bunch of skins and (0:40:03) Al: the currency that you use to buy the battle pass. (0:40:04) Kev: Yeah, yeah (0:40:06) Al: So I think, obviously, it still is shoving these things in your face a lot and there’s (0:40:11) Al: a lot of stuff you can’t get without paying. (0:40:14) Kev: Yeah. (0:40:14) Al: You’re exclusive to pay money, pay 20 quid, and you’ll get these skins, but that’s fine. (0:40:20) Al: It’s skins. (0:40:21) Al: Who cares? (0:40:22) Al: You know. (0:40:24) Kev: yeah yeah yeah exactly right at the end of the day even if you don’t care like the game’s (0:40:27) Kev: free and you can still play and it’s entertaining on its own right absolutely um yeah no um so so (0:40:29) Al: Exactly, but my other point about Hello Kitty is they are releasing on PS4 and PS5, they’ve (0:40:35) Kev: there you go fall guys one of my most anticipated 2020 (0:40:44) Al: exclusively said that, so it’s not like they aren’t known to release on two generations (0:40:48) Kev: Yeah, yeah, that’s great. Oh, so there you go. Maybe we’ll get (0:40:49) Al: of the same console at the same time. (0:40:56) Kev: That’s switch to version after all then the ounces (0:41:00) Al: we’re getting close to the point where we’re going to know when the switch is coming out and we’re (0:41:04) Al: going to get the first indications of what the launch titles are. Obviously there will be some (0:41:10) Al: Nintendo stuff but there’s going to be some third-party stuff as well and I would not be surprised if (0:41:15) Al: this is one of them. All right my second one, I guess, I mean my third one was Hello Kitty (0:41:16) Kev: Yeah, yeah, yeah, I, you know, yeah, I could see it. Um, okay. Okay, go ahead. Yeah. (0:41:27) Al: island adventure as well. So how many more do you have? (0:41:28) Kev: All right. Oh, god. I, wait, how many do you have? I’ll just try to match you, because I’m, I’m… (0:41:30) Al: For organizing this. I have four in total, but that included Hello Kitty. But if you have four. (0:41:38) Kev: Oh, oh, well, I could probably go, I could probably do… (0:41:42) Kev: We’ll see. I’ll see. I’m going down the list. Just double check again. (0:41:44) Al: You do another one, do another one now, then because I’ve just (0:41:47) Kev: Okay. All right. Well, first of all, stop the presses. Sorry, as I’ve been double checking all these things, I’ve been in double checking trailers. (0:41:47) Al: done alligator as well. So what’s your, what’s your next one? (0:41:56) Kev: There’s Professor Layton got an out. This is neither here nor there. This might be for the greenhouse. This is Professor Layton. Oh, my gosh. Anyways, okay. (0:42:05) Kev: Okay, here’s one. I’m going to say this not because I (0:42:13) Kev: I might not play it, but I’m just so… (0:42:16) Kev: …curious about it? (0:42:19) Kev: Uh, WANDERSTOP? (0:42:21) Kev: Because that’s the one by the Stanley Parable guy, right? (0:42:25) Kev: And it’s, like, such a wild departure from that. (0:42:30) Kev: I’m… I just wonder what it’s gonna look like, right? (0:42:33) Kev: And, like, we have a trailer, and the game looks fine and whatnot. (0:42:36) Kev: Um, it just looks like a straight, you know, straight-shooting, cozy-type game. (0:42:41) Kev: But, um, so, you know, I don’t know if it’s gonna bring anything super new, but… (0:42:46) Kev: Just the history of that developer really has me wondering what that’s gonna look like. (0:42:50) Kev: Because I’m not expecting there to be some weird Stanley Parable-esque twist, (0:42:57) Kev: but at the same time, I don’t know, maybe? (0:43:00) Al: I don’t expect it to be like a meta-commentary on games the way that Stanley Parable was, (0:43:01) Kev: Like… (0:43:05) Kev: Yeah, yeah. (0:43:06) Al: but I will say that it’s describing itself as a narrative-centric cosy game about change and T. (0:43:12) Kev: Uh-huh. (0:43:13) Al: I feel like it’s going to do something interesting, and that’s not going to be a really boring story. (0:43:16) Kev: » Yeah, it might. (0:43:21) Al: It’s going to be hard-hitting in some kind of way, like I don’t think they would make it (0:43:26) Al: just to make a cosy game. I wouldn’t be surprised if it was… (0:43:30) Al: Maybe a meta-commentary on coziness or something like that, you know, like I could see them (0:43:36) Al: like completely appending what you would expect from a cosy game. (0:43:40) Kev: Yeah, yeah, I I could see that absolutely (0:43:45) Kev: Yeah, so you know like I don’t know if I will get to it (0:43:49) Kev: Maybe it drops out and it’s amazing, but it certainly has grabbed my attention. I’ll say that (0:43:53) Kev: that. (0:43:54) Al: it will, even if you don’t play it, you’ll find out a lot about it because this is going (0:43:58) Al: to be talked about. You know, like the same way that the Stanley Parable was talked about (0:44:00) Kev: Oh, oh, absolutely, right? Like, oh, I’m sure, right. I mean, just having that pedigree alone, like, it’s gonna get talked about, absolutely. (0:44:14) Al: I just noticed the music is done by C418, the guy who did Minecraft music. (0:44:18) Kev: Oh, what? (0:44:20) Kev: Minecraft guy, yeah. Oh, I’m like, ooh. Ooh, that’s, that’s strong. That’s good music. Oh. (0:44:20) Al: » Yeah. (0:44:26) Kev: Um, alright, well, that was an honorable mention, but here, let me, uh, let me- (0:44:30) Kev: I can actually throw one. I probably will play, um, “Tales of Sekyu”? I think that’s how you pronounce it. (0:44:36) Al: say yeah I can I who knows yeah (0:44:38) Kev: I think so. Um, okay. (0:44:44) Kev: Uh, so there is, um, so it is a, you know, it’s- (0:44:50) Kev: What’s the premise? It’s- it’s farming, but it’s yokai. (0:44:51) Al: Jokai. Farming, but Jokai, yep. That’s a perfect explanation of it, really. (0:44:54) Kev: Farming but yokai, right

A crash killed a 28-year-old Southfield man on the Lodge Freeway, just a couple of hours into the New Year. WWJ's Luke Sloan has details as he runs down your local news briefs for January 1, 2025. (Photo: Getty Images)

Originally uploaded July 3rd, reloaded December 31st. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Lieutenant Colonel Steve Merritt, New Divisional Commander of the Great Lakes Division, of the Salvation Army, Southfield, MI. There were several things Jeffrey wanted to find out from Col. Merritt in their conversation: Tell me about the mission of The Salvation Army? How does The Salvation Army work with local businesses to further this mission? Talk about how the mission of corporate partners intertwines with your mission? Does there have to be overlap? Why are corporate partnerships so important to furthering The Salvation Army's mission? How can local businesses get involved with The Salvation Army? Is the nonprofit's operations more focused on fundraising, volunteering, collaboration, or something else? Can you share any examples of corporate partnerships (what businesses you work with locally and what their involvement looks like)? » 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/

Det har gått tio år sedan Mats Nileskär sammanstrålade med Aretha Franklin. Mötet ägde rum i ett kylslaget Southfield, Michigan. En bit utanför spökstaden Detroit fann Mats en sorgsen diva sänkt i ett mörkt hav av mystik. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Berättelsen börjar 1956 då Aretha - miljondollarröstens dotter och den 14-åriga mamman - gör sina första inspelningar i en välbekant miljö. Faderns kyrka. Ekot i slutet av ”Precious lord” följs av ödesdiger tystnad, tills någon i församlingen utbrister: ”listen at her, listen at her”. En ny tideräkning inleds.

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In today's Daily Detroit, we get into the intersted world of 3D printed houses and the future of architecture with two distinguished guests from Lawrence Technological University: Karl Daubmann, Dean of the College of Architecture and Design, and Sara Codarin, Assistant Professor of Architecture.  As Metro Detroit continues to be a hub of innovation, the conversation sheds light on how technology is transforming the construction industry and what this means for the future of home building. 3D printing in construction is not just a buzzword; it represents a significant shift in how we approach building homes. Karl and Sara discuss their ongoing project in Southfield, where they are exploring the possibilities of 3D printed houses. This project, close to their campus, serves as a research initiative to analyze the cost, time, and value of integrating 3D printing into home construction. Their goal is to understand how this technology can be applied to create customizable, sustainable, and efficient housing solutions. One of the key highlights of the discussion is the potential for 3D printing to bring a new level of customization to home building. Traditional construction methods often limit design freedom, but with 3D printing, architects can explore new relationships between spaces and create unique, personalized homes. This tech also opens up opportunities for integrating automation in construction, offering a solution to the aging workforce in the trades and potentially attracting new talent to the field. Karl and Sara caution against viewing 3D printing as a cost-cutting miracle. Like any new technology, it starts as a high-performance, luxury option before becoming more affordable as it gains wider adoption. The focus, for now, is on the added value and dignity it can bring to housing, rather than immediate cost savings. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of automation in construction, like the potential for increasing housing density and addressing the challenges of urban sprawl in metro Detroit.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of architecture and construction. It offers a look into the innovative projects happening right here in Detroit and highlights the potential of 3D printing to revolutionize the way we build and live.  Learn more about PLOP Design: https://plop.design/ Learn more about Lawrence Tech: https://www.ltu.edu/ Sign up for our Saturday podcast studio coffee Nov. 9: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1065173234819

Police Image And Public Perception Is Not True From Race And More. Police Image and Public Perception: How Media, Myths, and Social Networks Shape Opinions on Policing. The image of police officers in the public eye is influenced by social networks like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, as well as media outlets on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Newsbreak, and traditional news channels. Retired Southfield, Michigan Police Officer Anthony McNeil has experienced this impact firsthand. His story, one that counters many prevailing stereotypes about American police, provides insight into the realities of policing and the myths that dominate public opinion. The interview with Anthony McNeil is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.   Public Perception of Police: Fact vs. Fiction In his time on the force, McNeil faced numerous misconceptions and stereotypes about police work—especially following a critical incident in which he was involved in a shooting. Often, media portrayals of such incidents reinforce preconceived narratives that paint officers as either heroes or villains, often with little regard for nuance or context. McNeil's experience is a reminder that public perceptions about police are frequently shaped by portrayals that may not align with reality, especially those tied to race, implicit bias, and assumptions about police motives. Check out the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. McNeil recalls how the media often framed police-involved shootings without exploring the complexities of each case. “They implied I had tunnel vision and ignored facts,” he explains, recounting the events in detail. He remembers every aspect of the incident, including the people he passed during the pursuit. Despite this, his actions were often misinterpreted through a lens shaped by public opinion and sensationalized news stories, highlighting the gap between public perception and actual events. Police Image And Public Perception Is Not True From Race And More. Listen to this interview as a free podcast on our website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Police Stereotypes on Social Media Stereotypes surrounding police are widely shared on social media, where platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter magnify divisive content, often reaching millions. Some stereotypes cast police officers as overly aggressive or as engaging in biased policing tactics, while others paint them as disinterested or disconnected from the communities they serve. Anthony McNeil's story challenges these views. Not only did he enter the profession with no initial desire to become an officer, but he quickly learned that most officers strive to serve their communities fairly and effectively, regardless of the media's portrayal. Keep informed by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms. Misrepresentations Across News and Podcast Platforms On platforms such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify, where McNeil hosts his own podcast, he discusses these issues openly. He sheds light on misconceptions he faced throughout his career and how the media's portrayal of police, often without all the facts, can lead to misunderstandings. His goal is to reshape the narrative and present a more realistic view of police work, bridging the gap between public perception and the truth. Police Image And Public Perception Is Not True From Race And More. The discussion is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio how and Podcast website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. In mainstream news, stories are sometimes presented in ways that reinforce these stereotypes. For instance, news coverage might selectively focus on controversial aspects of police work, perpetuating negative perceptions without addressing positive aspects, such as community engagement or crime prevention efforts. Even LinkedIn, a professional network, contributes to these dynamics by allowing conversations that can quickly turn polarized when discussing topics like police hiring or crime rates. We cover his story in platforms like Medium and Newsbreak. Police Recruitment and the Future of Policing Despite growing scrutiny, police departments nationwide are still attracting new recruits, albeit at a slower rate. According to the Police Executive Research Forum, departments around the U.S. were able to fill 93% of their budgeted positions in 2021. However, a 5% decrease in the hiring rate and significant increases in resignation and retirement rates reveal challenges within the profession. These challenges reflect growing concerns among potential recruits about how the public perceives the police and the role of the media in shaping these perceptions. Stay in the know by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms. As McNeil points out, newer generations of police officers are joining with different expectations. Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison's statement in a 2022 CNN article resonates with this shift, as he noted that “a new generation of recruits” is embracing a forward-looking approach to policing. Yet, with turnover high, exemplified by Harrison's own resignation under intense public pressure in 2023, it's clear that adapting to evolving public expectations will remain a complex endeavor for law enforcement. Police Image And Public Perception Is Not True From Race And More. The interview is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Realities of Policing in Southfield, Michigan Southfield, a suburban city near Detroit, Michigan, where McNeil served, provides context for some of these challenges. While the city has a relatively high crime rate compared to other areas, it also boasts a diverse population and a mix of white- and blue-collar jobs. Southfield's population is well-educated, with over 38% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, and its workforce largely comprises professionals in office and management roles. Nevertheless, the city has a crime rate of 54.29 per 1,000 residents, placing it in the 9th percentile for safety in the U.S. McNeil's experiences in Southfield offer a window into how complex the task of policing can be, as he navigated not only high crime rates but also the challenges of fostering community trust.  Redefining the Image of Police Officers For McNeil and many of his colleagues, the job is about more than just enforcing the law; it's about building relationships and serving the public, even as the media and social media amplify certain narratives. Podcasts like McNeil's, as well as broader discussions on platforms such as Facebook and Newsbreak, allow officers to share their perspectives directly with the public, offering a counter-narrative to the mainstream media's often narrow focus. Police Image And Public Perception Is Not True From Race And More. McNeil's story is one of resilience and an enduring commitment to truth. He continues to challenge myths about policing, promoting open dialogue and encouraging listeners to consider the complexities of law enforcement beyond what is visible in the media. As social networks, podcasts, and news outlets continue to shape public opinion, stories like his remind us of the importance of looking beyond headlines and stereotypes to understand the full scope of police work. Be sure to check out his podcast called "The Off Duty Podcast". Breakfast With Champions in the Clubhouse Social Audio App a solution for Loneliness? It has helped countless people and might help you too. Best of all Breakfast With Champions and the Clubhouse Social Audio app are both free. Loneliness has become a significant public health concern in the United States, affecting millions across all age groups. 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