Podcasts about Washtenaw

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Detroit as well as Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw counties until 2pm. WWJ's Jonathan Carlson and Jackie Paige have your Tuesday morning news. (Photo credit: NWS)

November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the history, culture and contributions of Indigenous people in our country. If you look around Chicago, you see echoes of Native American history in names like Washtenaw, Skokie and Wabash. But Indigenous history is often presented from a settler or non-Native perspective. Today, we get into a project out of the Newberry Library called “Indigenous Chicago.” Through art, education and collaboration, its goal is to change the dominant narratives about Chicago's history with the overarching message: Chicago is, and always has been, a Native place. It all began a few years ago with conversations within the Native community. “One of the things we heard over and over again was this issue of invisibility,” said Rose Miron, director of the D'Arcy McNickle Center for American Indian and Indigenous Studies. “Native community members found that there were far too many people who didn't understand the long history of Chicago as an Indigenous place, but also didn't realize that there was a large contemporary community here today.” “Indigenous Chicago” is a collaboration between representatives of tribal nations and includes multimedia art, oral histories, public programs, educational curriculum and an exhibition. Curious City's Erin Allen spoke with curators Miron and Analú María López, the Ayer Librarian and assistant curator of American Indian and Indigenous Studies.

In this exciting episode, Rob sits down with Will Williamson, Business Development, and Dawn Awrey, Service Center Manager from Michigan Works Southeast. Discover the amazing grant programs available for businesses looking to hire! Tune in as we explore how Michigan Works Southeast is creating connections, meeting talent demands, and building a brighter future for the communities in Hillsdale, Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, and Washtenaw. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how you can be part of a transformative movement in Southeast Michigan!    Show Links Learn more about the Brighton Chamber by visiting our website. Website: https://www.brightoncoc.org/   Guest Links Website: https://www.mwse.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michiganworkssoutheast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michiganworksse/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michigan-works-southeast-678007124 X: https://twitter.com/MichWorksSE

Until a few weeks ago, it had been five years since a case of the measles was identified in Metro Detroit. Now, cases have been confirmed in Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark explores what is behind the outbreak and what is being done to contain it. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

The city of Detroit and state health officials are warning residents to make sure they've been vaccinated against the measles after cases have been confirmed in Wayne, Oakland and Washtenaw counties. Plus, the Biden administration announced a plan Tuesday to cap most credit card late fees at $8 per month. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

March 4, 2024 ~ Two cases of the measles were confirmed over the weekend, in Wayne and Washtenaw counties. Washtenaw County Health Department administrator Susan Ringler-Cerniglia talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Renee about the case in Ypsilanti, and the effectiveness of the vaccine.

On top of the cold weather we have to contend with, we're going to get more snow. WWJ's Dean Devore has more.  Tens of thousands of students have another day off because of the extreme cold.  All public schools in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Livingston and Washtenaw counties are closed today. (Credit: Getty)  

Michigan Lottery customer complaints lead to fines, suspensions, criminal charges Experts: Shawn Fain's biting style is creating a moment, just like another UAW labor icon Van Buren Township trail connects gap between Washtenaw, Huron-Clinton metroparks Ford to immediately pause work on massive, controversial Marshall project

Eagletainment is The Eastern Echo's premiere entertainment podcast. Featuring talent from all across Washtenaw county and the greater Detroit area. Co-Host: Queso Tone Co-Host: Julez DeShetler Guest: Alex Kreps Producer: Matt McFarlin Photo: Matt McFarlin

Episode 52 of Michigan's premier progressive podcast is a little longer than normal, but well worth the listen! I take DTE Energy and Consumers Energy to task for failing to keep the lights on after storms rolled through the state. Despite keeping hundreds of thousands of customers in the dark, both energy companies are asking government officials to give the green light on more rate hikes! Perhaps this is the time we finally pass a clean energy bill to revamp the failing energy grid while lowering energy costs. I also discuss more right wing violence happening across the country, how we should expect more of it. And I talk more Ottawa Impact shenanigans as the right wing majority is gutting the Ottawa County Department of Health to pre-pandemic levels! Insanity! But we've got some strong progressives who are delivering results to each and every Michigander. One of them is Democratic State Rep. Carrie Rheingans of the 47th District, which comprises of Jackson and Washtenaw counties. Rep. Rheingans is part of the Democratic majority which has been busy reversing years of Republican mismanagement. She discusses the need for climate change policies, the frustration at DTE and Consumers Energy, her plans to create a single-payer health care plan called MiCare, her support for the state to join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and allowing college athletes to unionize.  The "Last Call" applauds Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's calls to codify some important parts of Obamacare, but how I want to fight for Rep. Rheingans' MiCare plan so we can provide health care protections for ALL Michiganders, while providing major cost savings for everyone.  Please, give the podcast a great review! leftoflansing.com leftoflansing@gmail.com 

This summer, we're spending time at restaurants that have fed Michiganders over generations. Today we're at the Washtenaw Dairy, just down the street from our studios where team Stateside can sometimes be found having a cooldown on hot summer days. This is a small historic storefront dating back to the 1930s. A place where people park themselves on the benches to enjoy ice cream cones, sundaes and fresh made donuts. GUEST: Mary Jean Raab, owner of the Washtenaw Dairy in Ann Arbor. -- Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we talked with our friend and long-time guest Michelle Gilbert, VP at Comcast (last time was episode 428, still relevant!) and she's got plenty of news. Comcast launched NOW TV, a streaming service that includes over 40 premium channels, plus Free Ad-Supported TV (FAST), and Peacock Premium. It costs $20/month. We dove into was the $42B infrastructure bill that was recently signed to give high speed broadband access to literally everyone in the country. Michigan will be getting $1.5B of it, which will hopefully help Randy's parents in Mid-Michigan keep up with his on-goings on social media.  The White House announced a $42.5 billion dollar investment package that includes broadband roll-out to previously under-served areas of the country. A new Storm-Ready WiFi product will provide about 4 hours of internet access via the cellular network with a battery backup in case of household power outages. Comcast RISE is a grant program that this year will provide money, technology, education, and publicity to 100 small businesses across Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. We re-visited into my favorite topic, Internet Essentials, which gives people at or below the poverty line high speed access at $10/mo. Please share this with your network as I feel this is a great service to the community.  Lastly, we talked about shows we are watching and how Randy suckered me into subscribing to Paramount+. All in all, it was a great episode and always amazing to catch up with Michelle. 

Have you ever heard of Salem, Michigan? That's okay, most people haven't! I was driving around the other day, and I found myself in Salem, Michigan. I'm familiar with this city, I know it exists, and of course I thought to myself, why doesn't anyone talk about this city? As I drove around my first instinct was to develop a list of reasons to live in Salem in my head and share this unknown city with the world, so that's what I am going to do, so be sure to stick around, You may fall in love. I know what you're thinking, Salem Michigan, Salem witch trials. It's okay, I thought that growing up too so this city was a no go for me until I realized there's no witchcraft happening there (to my knowledge). Salem Michigan is actually a civil township located in Washtenaw county, which is home to the one and only Ann Arbor, Dexter, Chelsea, and Saline, among several other cities and townships. This township has been a place to call home since 1832 and covers 34.38 square miles with a population of over 6,900 people, so it's safe to say there's a good amount of space in this township, and it can be labeled fairly as being rural, which I will touch on more when I talk about real estate in Salem. MENTIONED LINKS ⬇️ →Michigan Property Tax Estimator: https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/proper... Andrew McManamon is a licensed real estate professional in the great state of Michigan. Andrew truly believes that education is KEY when it comes to anything real estate. This audio experience podcast was created to help YOU get educated about the real estate industry and get valuable insight about the areas in which Andrew covers. If you have any questions about living in Michigan, please don't hesitate to reach out! Call, text or email anytime! Andrew McManamon Real Estate Professional Signature Sotheby's International Realty. SCHEDULE A PHONE CONSULTATION

In this episode: FAQ is: Do you have any advice on finding a safe place to sleep in a strange new city I'll visit? I'm in my 60s and I have a challenge sleeping when I don't know much about my surroundings.   Today's Destination: Ann Arbor, Michigan Today's Mistake- Oversleeping Travel Advice:  Hide some extra cash for emergencies   FAQ: Do you have any advice on finding a safe place to sleep in a strange new city I'll visit? I'm in my 60's and have difficulty sleeping when I don't know much about my surroundings. Answer: When I get to a new city, I like to walk the neighborhood and feel the pulse of the area. I try to arrive as early in the day as possible, and especially not when it's dark. That makes me more comfortable with the area and allows me to rest. Sometimes I take the red eye flight, because I will arrive early in the morning and can get around the city during the daylight.  Before you travel, find your destination on google maps, and then make a path from your airline to your hotel or Airbnb virtually. Look for the main signposts, freeway exits and signposts. You can use the visual guide “street view” so you can anticipate what it will look like in advance for a safer feeling about the location.    Today's destination: Ann Arbor, Michigan   It's a town that doesn't change much over the years. If you've not been there, it's worth a visit, even for a day or two. Slow down and enjoy the good things in Michigan. Summers and winters have weather, and fall leaves are colorful. Pick your season and make the most of it. I visited in the 1970's and again in 2021 and it's a fresh and inspirational college town to me. Football rules as University of Michigan Blue is seen all over. Downtown is a walking city, with plenty of free parking for visitors. Do check out some of the culture, entertainment, and especially the art museum at the University. I enjoyed this museum that was the arts and culture museum in downtown Ann Arbor. Admission was no charge, and the tickets were available online.    There are 14 farmers markets in the county of Washtenaw in spring and summer. There are plenty of farm-to-table restaurants, too. Argus Farm Stop and White Lotus Farms have good markets. https://www.annarbor.org/ https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/museums/   Today's Mistake- Oversleeping before a big trip I did not set my alarm correctly, and it did not wake me up. I overslept for a 5 am drive to the airport as I woke then. I was out the door by 5:15am, but not really yet awake and the rest of the day followed poorly. Do make sure you have at least one if not two reliable alarms set if you are catching an early morning flight.   Today's Travel Advice-Keep cash in hidden places. It's a good idea to have an extra $20 somewhere you may need it. You may be running out of gas or need to get supplies. That $20 bill could be a big lifesaver for you when you travel independently. You could put it in your shoe, your money belt, or your inside pocket.   Today I want to bring meaning to your travel. Send me your travel tip. You can send it to my website, Facebook page, group, or Instagram. You can send to my Twitter, blog, and maybe you'll see your tips in the next book, Steps to Independent Travel. Connect with Dr Travelbest Website Drmarytravelbest.com Mary Beth on Twitter Dr. Mary Travelbest Twitter  Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram  

An ice storm warning goes into effect at noon for St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw counties.  The National Weather Service says significant icing is expected, along with snow and sleet accumulations of up to two inches.   Detroit Police and Child Protective Services are investigating after a young boy was found on the city's west side --all alone.  He's now back with his parents - but investigators still have a lot of questions.  (Credit: Getty)

GM earned $9.9 billion in 2022, meaning profit sharing checks up to $12,000. WWJ's Jeff Gilbert has more. The body of a Washtenaw County teen has been found near here school's athletic fields, after she had gone missing for several days.    (Credit: Getty/ Mario Tama)

An Oakland County Sheriff's deputy, who authorities say had been in contact with a Pontiac mother and her two sons who were found dead in a field, has resigned. WWJ's Charlie Langton has more. The Washtenaw County Sheriff's office is asking for the public's help in finding a 15-year-old girl who's been missing since Friday. WWJ's Greg Bowman has the latest in this live report. (Credit: Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office)      

When my dad founded BDB Marketing Design in 1980, there was no internet, and cell phones didn't exist. Like all businesses, we've adapted and grown to meet our clients' needs in an ever-changing landscape of innovation and shifts in consumer marketing trends. What hasn't changed is our core set of values:– We believe in generosity and giving back– Care, compassion, and integrity drive our actions– We appreciate and embrace that people and businesses are richly uniqueOur clients are often overwhelmed with the enormous task of marketing their business. The knowledge and skill required to find and build relationships with customers is daunting and insurmountable for most. By taking on the role of partner rather than vendor, BDB lifts that burden and helps our clients enjoy the fun and adventure that comes from confident, successful marketing.Perhaps the best lesson I've learned is that fear and disbelief are overcome by action and the faith that yes, I can conquer bumps, hills, and mountains. I'm passionate about mentoring and instilling confidence and compassion in young adults. Simply put, speaking belief and being kind to all makes the world a little bit better every day.Outside of the office, I'm an active, adventurous family guy who likes to read, take walks, play volleyball, and ride bikes. It might surprise those who've met me to know that I'm a private pilot who likes skydiving and motorcycle riding. I believe in personal growth and strive to help others remove limitations and achieve more than we ever thought possible. I cherish my faith, time with my family, and work to preserve the earth for the next generations. At Inspire Wealth, we believe everyone should be able to live the retirement they've always wanted. Your financial situation is different from that of your parents, your neighbors, and even your closest friends, so a cookie-cutter approach isn't going to cut it. We can work with you to create a retirement strategy that fits your unique retirement needs — a strategy designed to get you to your goals. When you have concerns about things like how long your money will last or what will happen if you pass away before your spouse, we can help you answer those questions, too!Learn More: https://inspireyourretirement.com/The Inspired Business Leaders Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-business-leaders-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/ep-15-interview-with-cory-dunham-president-west-washtenaw-business-association-with-nick-bour-founder-of-inspire-wealth

WHO IS DEE BLACK? THE JAIL VISIT STARTS NOW and Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney Bill Amadeo is talking Dee Black drama in Shiawassee, judicial elections in Lenawee, Washtenaw, Reid Techniques, Sister Hazel, cheesesteaks & more! It's a MUST-LISTEN tonight at ShiawasseeRadio.com! The Shiawassee Radio podcast is now on iHeart, Podchaser and Player FM! You can also find it on Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor, Stitcher and in even more places! Get more at durandnow.podbean.com!

Today we are talking about this summer's primary election, coming up in just a few weeks on Tuesday, August 2nd.  Absentee voting is already open, so make your plan to vote! Links we mentioned:Preview your ballotRequest an absentee ballot or find your polling placeLearn about and support the AAATA transit millageBetween now and July 30, vote us as the Best Local Podcast of Washtenaw!Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show

Today we are talking about this summer's primary election, coming up in just a few weeks on Tuesday, August 2nd.  Absentee voting is already open, so make your plan to vote! Links we mentioned:Preview your ballotRequest an absentee ballot or find your polling placeLearn about and support the AAATA transit millageBetween now and July 30, vote us as the Best Local Podcast of Washtenaw!Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show

When students sit down at their desks, you often can't see the traumas they carry that may affect their capacity for learning that day. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Beth Vonck, a language and literature teacher for Washtenaw International High School and Middle Academy, who was honored as a 2021-22 regional teacher of the year. Beth explains why trauma-informed instruction is so critical to student success, offers examples of what this looks like in her classroom, and leaves listeners with three guidelines for supporting students experiencing trauma.

Today we are talking about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, May 16th. We talk about the agenda, but the way we do it is that Molly has a rant, Jess has a rant, and then Molly has another rant. At the end of the episode, we'll be looking ahead to the summer, and talking about some changes that are coming to the pod then and beyond!Links we referenced:This week's agendaSurvey is going to be up for just a bit longer. It's annual, so this is your last shot until 2023… Nominate us for Best Local Podcast of Washtenaw; That deflection definition; And we last talked about the resolution to ask the University of Michigan to build more housing in this episode, if you want to go back and relisten. Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show

Today we are talking about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, May 16th. We talk about the agenda, but the way we do it is that Molly has a rant, Jess has a rant, and then Molly has another rant. At the end of the episode, we'll be looking ahead to the summer, and talking about some changes that are coming to the pod then and beyond!Links we referenced:This week's agendaSurvey is going to be up for just a bit longer. It's annual, so this is your last shot until 2023… Nominate us for Best Local Podcast of Washtenaw; That deflection definition; And we last talked about the resolution to ask the University of Michigan to build more housing in this episode, if you want to go back and relisten. Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 427, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: Now That's Inventive! 1: In the '40s AT and T used a radio with no conventional vacuum tubes to demonstrate this device invented in its lab. a transistor. 2: Developed by a German physicist, it measures radioactivity by "counting" ionizing particles like protons. a Geiger counter. 3: Famous for his jet, he also invented the automobile radio for the company that became Motorola. (William) Lear. 4: This 18th century seed drill inventor shares his name with the band that gave us "Aqualung". Jethro Tull. 5: At the funeral of Sylvan Goldman, who invented this, there wasn't one wonky pallbearer who went in an odd direction. the shopping cart. Round 2. Category: Pillow Talk 1: In classic radio comedy, Dick Orkin turned this under-kids'-pillows cash provider into the Molar Marauder. the Tooth Fairy. 2: Legend has it that each night Alexander the Great put his sword and a book by this epic poet under his pillow. Homer. 3: Tradition says after a wedding a single girl puts this under her pillow so she'll dream of a future spouse. a slice of wedding cake. 4: Named for the variety of designs and stitches on it, this type of pillow can bear a homily or a homemade design. sampler. 5: He wrote his son Kermit from the White House in 1903 about his being ambushed in a pillow fight. Theodore Roosevelt. Round 3. Category: Harvard Degree Honorees 1: 1982 recipients included Mother Teresa and this "Big Daddy" of Southern playwrights. Tennessee Williams. 2: In 1993 he got an honorary degree from Harvard and retired from the U.S. military; today he's a secretary. Colin Powell. 3: This Bostonian's name was on an honorary degree in 1792; today it's on a beer. Samuel Adams. 4: One of the special singularities in this British physicist's life is an honorary degree from Harvard in 1990. Stephen Hawking. 5: In 1968 Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, better known by this title, received an honorary doctorate. Shah of Iran. Round 4. Category: American Counties 1: Name shared by the counties in which you'll find Disneyland and Disney World. Orange (County). 2: All the letters in this state's name are found in the name of its Uintah County. Utah. 3: Ogemaw, Saginaw and Washtenaw are all counties in this state. Michigan. 4: This state's Norfolk County disappeared in 1963 when it became part of the city of Chesapeake. Virginia. 5: While many states have counties named Lincoln, this is the only state that has one named Snohomish. Washington. Round 5. Category: Make Way For Hemingway 1: "Death in the Afternoon" is a treatise on this, which Hemingway considered a tragic spectacle, not a sport. Bullfighting. 2: Hemingway served as an ambulance driver during WWI, like Frederic Henry, the hero of this novel. "A Farewell to Arms". 3: The title of this Hemingway novel set during the Spanish Civil War comes from one of John Donne's "Devotions". "For Whom the Bell Tolls". 4: "In Our Time", a collection of short stories, features this character who is similar to Hemingway. Nick Adams. 5: This 1926 novel begins, "Robert Cohn was once middleweight boxing champion of Princeton". "The Sun Also Rises". Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!

Will Heininger and special co-host Taylor Pahl interview Hannah Becker, a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at the University of Michigan. Hannah is a recent recipient of the Eisenberg Family Depression Center's Naveed Arif Iqball Award for Mental Health Advocacy and Stigma Reduction, an annual grant awarded to students or organizations who show commitment to reducing mental health stigma in their communities. With her recent award, Hannah launched her very own community-based podcast project called the Syllabus for Overcoming Stigma (SOS), and has been helping students across Washtenaw county take ownership of their mental health journeys. Learn more about the Iqball Award: https://www.depressioncenter.org/naveed Listen and subscribe to Syllabus for Overcoming Stigma: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sos-syllabus-for-overcoming-stigma/id1604916835

We talk about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, April 4th. We'll be touching on a few interesting agenda items, including ARPA, ARPA, and more ARPA.Links we referenced:This week's agenda.The ARPA funding resolution.Those infamous amendments.Derrick Miller's letter on how Ann Arbor's Community Action Network and Ukraine are linked.Bill Lopez's iconic Twitter thread reinterpreting Oscars fashion as public health graphs.Podkeeping:Fill out our annual survey!Nominate us for best local podcast of Washtenaw!Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/annarboraf)

We talk about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, April 4th. We'll be touching on a few interesting agenda items, including ARPA, ARPA, and more ARPA.Links we referenced:This week's agenda.The ARPA funding resolution.Those infamous amendments.Derrick Miller's letter on how Ann Arbor's Community Action Network and Ukraine are linked.Bill Lopez's iconic Twitter thread reinterpreting Oscars fashion as public health graphs.Podkeeping:Fill out our annual survey!Nominate us for best local podcast of Washtenaw!Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/annarboraf)

If you have been with us for a while, you probably have heard the story of Mrs. Yam, talking about how she and her family fled from the Cambodian genocide in 1979. That was the first time we touched on the topic of refugees. You can find the links to those two episodes at the end of this description. These days, the refugee crisis is rising again. The conflict in Ukraine has highlighted the crisis of displaced people globally who are seeking safe haven. More than half a year ago, the Taliban took over Afghanistan. 76,000 Afghan refugees fled from their homes to seek shelter in the U.S, 300 of them settling in Washtenaw county. Ann Arbor's Jewish Family Center is helping to shelter these refugees and provide necessities for them. One of the volunteers willing to go the extra mile is Mrs. Semra Koknar, a Forsythe middle school social studies teacher. Today we had the opportunity to interview Mrs. Koknar about her work in helping to support the various needs of the refugees. Every step they take in a new country is a challenge. The scenes that Mrs. Koknar described of the difficulties that the refugees had to face were heartbreaking and horrific. We were humbled to learn how much time and effort she puts into her volunteer work, while still being a full-time teacher.-------------------------------------------------Mrs. Yam's story:S01 E04 - I Came from Cambodia, 1979https://rss.com/podcasts/thisperson/308775/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-person-i-met/id1584722816?i=1000540344724https://open.spotify.com/episode/2oytJRspwZ9ce3oQ4dQzo2?si=115197ffbd68426dS01 E05 - A Non-American Dreamhttps://rss.com/podcasts/thisperson/319251/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-person-i-met/id1584722816?i=1000542032884https://open.spotify.com/episode/38i2n0D0Ho50d83YgQ0Lea?si=3af840bf70494c60

Today we are talking about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, March 21st. We touch on a few interesting agenda items, including parking, police contracts, and a permanent city administrator.Links from today's episode:Vote for us as one of Washtenaw's best podcasts!this week's agendaEve Ewing's article on the concerns of police labor unionsFiona Apple getting informed and getting involved on transparency in courts (spoiler: it's adorable)Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/annarboraf)

Today we are talking about the next City Council meeting, coming up Monday, March 21st. We touch on a few interesting agenda items, including parking, police contracts, and a permanent city administrator.Links from today's episode:Vote for us as one of Washtenaw's best podcasts!this week's agendaEve Ewing's article on the concerns of police labor unionsFiona Apple getting informed and getting involved on transparency in courts (spoiler: it's adorable)Come check out our episodes and transcripts at our website, annarboraf.com. Keep the conversation going with fellow Ann Arbor AFers on Twitter and Facebook. And hey, if you wanted to ko-fi us a few dollars to help us with hosting, we wouldn't say no.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/annarboraf)

Jessie is an Investment Analyst and Wealth Advisor at Stephens Wealth Management Group. She is a graduate of The University of Michigan and is currently working to become a Chartered Financial Analyst. Jessie is also very involved in her community by volunteering her talents in Washtenaw and Oakland County communities. Company Website: https://stephenswmg.com/ WMA website: http://msuwma.com WMA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT-eaRPTd0R1WlrLkRBweuQ Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: Red Hot Chili Peppers - Snow (Hey Oh) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iepT_0xpb0

Michigan teachers look for window, mirror books as bans divide; Relationships between Michigan college faculty and administrators are at straining point; Washtenaw officials sue to stop EMU fraternity's parties due to sex assault reports and Inside the chaotic postgame as Michigan basketball's Juwan Howard strikes Wisconsin coach.

February is Black History Month. Every Monday in February, WEMU's "Washtenaw United" will explore the history being made today in context of, where we've been, and where we're going. The African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County is a beacon, exploring and preserving the rich local history of the African American community. Museum president and CEO Joyce Hunter joined WEMU's David Fair about the need for greater education and the personal importance of building and creating a new and better future.

Washtenaw County is launching its "Resilient Washtenaw" climate action plan. The goal is to get county operations to carbon neutrality by 2030 and communitywide carbon neutrality by 2035. Washtenaw County director of strategic planning, Andrew DeLeeuw, joined WEMU's David Fair to cover what will happen in 2022 and what it will take to achieve these ambitious goals.

A lot has happened in the three months that David Fair has been away on medical leave. On this week's "Washtenaw United," David checks in with Pam Smith, president and CEO of the United Way of Washtenaw County, to find out what we've missed and what's coming up in the first half of the year.

The U.S. incarcerates a higher percentage of its citizens than any other country in the world: with 5% of the world's population, we have nearly 25% of the world's prisoners. The U.S. spends tens of billions of tax dollars annually to keep more than 2 million men and women in prison – a vast increase over the last 40 years. Prisoners of the United States are primarily poor and people of color, with policing practices like arbitrary traffic stops, “broken window” patrolling, and cash bail imprisoning people for trivial or non-existent offenses and further impoverishing them.  The human cost of mass incarceration in the U.S. is incalculable. The social cost – in terms of broken homes, crushed potential, lost workforce and creative contributions, and diversion of public funding for schools and other social goods – is staggering. Solutions to the complex problem of mass incarceration begin with local law enforcement practices. We are fortunate in Washtenaw County to have brilliant leaders devoted to ensuring that our “justice system” lives up to its name. This program presents two of these leaders.Victoria Burton-Harris serves as the Chief Assistant Prosecutor for Washtenaw County.  Passionate about the relationship between law, social justice and equality, she has devoted her career, in both her private firm and public office, to youth development and criminal justice reform, to spurring investment in community and divestment from the criminal justice system. Victoria takes a holistic approach to her work, helping people build stability in their lives that reaches beyond a courtroom by collaborating with community partners to assist her clients in maintaining stable housing and jobs and treatment for mental health and substance abuse. After years of witnessing over-charging, excessive bail, and prosecutorial vindictiveness, Ms. Burton-Harris realized that her efforts to end mass incarceration as a private "people's lawyer" would never be sufficient. Effective change would require a transformation of the gatekeeper to the criminal justice system: the county prosecutor. Ms. Burton-Harris believes a progressive prosecutor pursues fair and equal justice for all, promotes the goals of individualized justice, and is transparent and accountable to the people. Ms. Burton-Harris's work has been highlighted by CNN, Democracy Now, The Guardian, Essence, The New York Times, The Appeal, The Detroit Free Press, The Detroit News and local Detroit news stations FOX 2 Detroit, WDIV and WXYZ Detroit.Belinda Dulin is Executive Director of the Dispute Resolution Center, serving Washtenaw and Livingston Counties.  As the executive director of the DRC, she and her team have implemented a variety of conflict resolution programs in district and circuit courts.  Additionally, services have been provided to schools serving students, families, and school staff in identifying and resolving barriers and issues that affect student relationships. The DRC partners with the Washtenaw County Peacemaking Court to provide peacemaking circles to families in the child protection and delinquency systems.

We are approaching the end of the year, and soon, we'll be meeting with friends and family for special meals at Thanksgiving and other upcoming holidays. Of course, we can't forget the many elderly folks who don't have access to healthy and good food. That is a situation made more difficult by the ongoing pandemic. Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels continues to meet the challenges, but it isn't easy. WEMU's David Fair talked it over with its president and CEO, Alison Foreman.

This podcast appeared originally as a video event.  To see the graphic displays , please visit https://www.citizensforracialequitywashtenaw.org/crew-s-reportTo view the animation created by UM Penny Stamps students, please see https://www.citizensforracialequitywashtenaw.org/community-toolkitIn August of 2020, Citizens for Racial Equity in Washtenaw County (CREW) published its first formal report on racial disparities in the county's criminal legal system. CREW found glaring disparities in the experiences of white residents and residents of color in interactions with the county's police, prosecutors, and courts. We will be joined for a one-year update by Desirae Simmons, Co-Director, Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, and Rev. Joe Summers, pastor of the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. Both guests are CREW members.

The Washtenaw County-based Community Action Network (CAN) is taking a neighborhood approach to help those most in need and to build better and more equitable futures. CAN executive director Derrick Miller joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the successes to date and the work that remains to be done.

To overcome inequity and injustice, there are systemic issues that must be remedied. Part of what it takes is adequately addressing racism, poverty, and trauma, particularly in communities of color. Those individual and collective issues will be the subject of a virtual forum this week. WEMU's David Fair spoke with a member of the team sponsoring the event. United Way of Washtenaw County's director of corporate giving, Ebony Robinson, discusses how these issues are impacting the entirety of the county, what is being done about it, and where we go from here.

Childhood trauma, if not addressed properly, can have terrible, long-term effects. In many situations, law enforcement is involved, and that can intensify trauma. Derrick Jackson from the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the "Handle with Care" program that identifies those at risk of trauma and then provides needed resources to overcome its affects.

The fourth and latest 21-Day Equity Challenge in Washtenaw County is complete. The challenge seeks to create awareness about inequity, injustice, and both overt and systemic racism. Rich Chang is CEO of the Ann Arbor-based software firm NewFoundry and serves as Board Chair of the United Way of Washtenaw County. He joined WEMU's David Fair to recap the latest challenge and the future it seeks to build.

Eli Savit is a nationally recognized attorney, public servant, and civil rights advocate who currently serves as the Washtenaw County Prosecutor. Prior to his term, he served as a law clerk to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was a civil-rights and public-interest attorney, and also had a career as a public-school teacher. In addition to serving as Washtenaw County's Prosecuting Attorney, Eli is a faculty member at the University of Michigan Law School. Eli has been an integral part of several major, successful civil rights and environmental initiatives in Michigan and across the country, including a successful effort to have the Michigan Civil Rights Commission recognize discrimination claims against LGBTQIA+ Michiganders, and assisting New Jersey, Maryland, and Puerto Rico in their quests to hold corporate polluters responsible for waterway contamination. In this inspiring installment of Open Mike, Eli discusses his close relationship with late Justice Ginsberg, and how her tutelage helped inform his decision to carve out a career shaped by public service. Additionally, he and Mike consider the inherent problems with the American cash bail system (one of two for-profit bail systems in the world) and reflect on Eli's recent, successful elimination of Washtenaw County's cash bail program! Show Notes [00:09] Eli Savit's background and bio as Washtenaw County Prosecutor. [01:26] Welcome to the show, Eli! There was a prosecutor for how many years prior to you? [2:03] How was taking over an office from someone who had been there for twenty-eight years? [03:46] You were born and raised in Ann Arbor, went to U of M Law School, and were clerk for two United States Supreme Court Justices, is that right? Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor and late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. That had to have been amazing — what was that like? [06:05] The same-sex marriage case, Obergefell v. Hodges, wasn't that a Michigan case? [07:50] The way that last year went down with the former president getting that appointment… that was such a horrible way that went down, and I'm sure it was sad for Justice Ginsberg's legacy. Do you have any opinions on that? [10:50] After working as a clerk for two icons, you could have had any job that you wanted, ones that pay more lucratively. What was that thought process like? [12:46] The way you chose to run your campaign, one of radical inclusivity, was really impressive. When I read that, I wondered how you were going to make everyone happy — I've never heard of a campaign like that! Can you take us through that? [17:19] Let's talk about cash bail… last year, we filmed an episode with two young ladies who are reforming the system via Bail Project Detroit… it was such an eye-opening thing for me as an attorney. You're the first prosecutor I personally know who has eliminated cash bail. Could you explain to our viewers why you believe so strongly cash bail should be done away with? [25:57] Entire states are now abolishing cash bail. Washington D.C. got rid of it in 1992, and New Jersey got rid of it in 2017. Crime rates in New Jersey subsequently plummeted. [27:55] Research shows that people will still show up to court, even without cash bail as an incentive! Something like 90% of people show up to their court dates, either way. Is that what you're finding in Washtenaw? [30:42] After the bail situation, what are some other initiatives your office is working on? [31:09] On the first day of his term, Prosecutor Savit banned all zero-tolerance policies in favor of adopting a more holistic, case-by-case approach to various crimes and conditions under which they occurred. [36:00] On Open Mike, we've had at least ten guests who were wrongfully convicted. As a prosecutor, what does your office see as your role in helping to free innocent people who were wrongfully convicted in Washtenaw county? [40:28] There's a lot of discussion about blanket immunity which completely protects people from prosecution for crimes related to testimony they provide… what are your thoughts on blanket immunity for people who are bad actors in processes that result in wrongful convictions? [43:57] We see a ton of jail house snitches and bad IDs from police misconduct… have these two areas of potential problems been examined by your office? [47:18] Where did you teach in New York City? [48:28] You're doing so many amazing things in Washtenaw County, and I can't commend you enough. I know it's not easy, and I can't thank you enough for your service. We'll have you on in a year or two to touch base on all the incredible work you'll have undoubtedly done. Thank you again for being on Open Mike! [49:20] What a life, Eli is leading! Doing amazing things to change the criminal justice system for his constituents, and hopefully the world! Comment, like, and subscribe to Open Mike! We really appreciate you; stay tuned for new episodes coming up soon.

Chris Holman caught up with EntryPoint's Founder and Managing Director Emily Heintz to discuss the findings from their latest report. On Monday, August 16, EntryPoint announced the release of our 2021 Ann Arbor Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report. This annual report provides a comprehensive analysis of Washtenaw's growing startup community. Key findings from the 2021 Ann Arbor Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report include: 69 active venture-backed startup companies in Washtenaw County have raised over $1 billion in venture capital funding. In the last year, 43 startup companies in the Ann Arbor area attracted more than $215 million from venture capital firms, a record for the region. 46% of the startup companies in Michigan are located in the Ann Arbor area. There are 69 venture-backed startups in Washtenaw County, a 64% increase in the number of startup companies over the last seven years. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Covid-19 variant shows up in Washtenaw and Wayne Counties.

A new Michigan-based ride-share service, initially covering Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw counties, promises passengers and drivers one of the safest ride experiences possible. Zoom Ride, with headquarters and a call center in Dearborn, announced that the company has launched passenger service across southeastern Michigan. In direct competition with Uber Technologies and Lyft, founders Chairman Bilal Hashwi  and CEO Basel AlYasin say Zoom Ride will fill gaps in the current ride-share marketplace by improving customer and driver safety and satisfaction, as well as increased income for drivers. “The uniqueness of our services and safety measures supersede what is currently offered in the marketplace,” said Hashwi. “We have developed the most comprehensive ride-share app and service in the industry. We did it with input and assistance from current rideshare drivers and riders to deliver the ultimate ride experience.” Hashwi continued, “For example, via the Zoom Ride app, female passengers now have the capability directly in the palm of their hands to request female drivers. Users will also find comfort in knowing that they may contact a company representative through our 24/7 call center, which provides live operator assistance for both the passenger and the driver. Also, loved ones will be able to track a passenger's travels from beginning to end for added safety and security.”  Because of COVID-19, Zoom Ride invested heavily in protective products that no other ride share company is offering. More than 700 drivers have signed up for Zoom Ride prior to launch. At this time, approximately 350 drivers have been screened and approved through Zoom Ride's extensive background and document verification process. Unique features offered by the safety conscious ride-share company include: Panic button for riders and drivers. Once the button is activated, live audio and video from inside the car are streamed to the Zoom Ride security team.  Motion activated UVC vehicle sanitizing lights. These lights automatically turn on and off to sanitize the car between rides. These are made available to all drivers. Sneeze guard vehicle barriers. These are made available to all drivers.  U.S.-based call center support for riders and drivers. Have a question about Zoom Ride or a Zoom Ride trip? Contact the call center and speak with a live person. Masks. Forgot your mask? No problem. Zoom Ride provides free masks to all riders and drivers. Driver Requests. Female passengers may request female drivers. A rider can add drivers to his/her favorite driver list to be dispatched to them first. Photo IDs. Zoom Ride's app displays photos and first names of both the driver and the rider for safety. Share Trip Info. Riders and drivers can share their trip information with a family member or friend who can then track the trip in real time. Schedule a Ride For a Friend or Family Member. The “Book for Other” option – contained within the app – allows users to book a ride for someone that doesn't have the app, enabling smooth communication between driver and passengers.  Book by the Hour With Multiple Stops. Make a day of it! Riders can shop, attend meetings or run errands without worrying about how long their driver will wait for them. Preferred language preference. Set a preferred language preference and the app will work to match riders with a driver to meet their preferences. Subject to availability.   Zoom Ride drivers can earn 50 to 70 percent more than drivers with other ride share services, making them well motivated to offer top notch service. Riders win, too, when they download the rider app. Currently, riders using code ZOOM100 can receive $100 in FREE ride credit. Visit ww.MyZoomRide.com for details. “Within a 24-hour period, Zoom Ride drivers have the option to choose either to pay Zoom Ride a percent of their earnings – ideal for part-time drivers – or a daily driving f...

We help busy moms and dads have more energy, sleep better and spend more quality time with their family through custom built resiliency solutions based on the art of Chiropractic care and nutritional medicine. Call or text message our clinic today with your health question: 734-335-0533 www.michiganfamilywellness.com Check out our wellness culture video here: https://youtu.be/orEPhy8ePXUJessica Pospiech Heltsley is a collaboratively trained divorce and family law attorney, who helps clients focus on their long term goals and find quality resolutions that diminish conflict and positively restructure the family during a divorce. She is the founder of Pospiech Family Law & Mediation, PLLC located in Livonia on 6 Mile & Haggerty Rd. She serves clients primarily in Washtenaw, Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties and handles all issues related to divorce and custody.Jessica was born and raised in Michigan. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Communications. Thereafter, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. She interned with divorce attorneys throughout her law school career and knew right away that she would specialize in this area of law. She has exclusively practiced family law since becoming a licensed attorney in November 2012.Jessica is also a court-approved domestic relations mediator and enjoys facilitating meaningful discussions between parties going through divorce and custody disputes. Jessica's goal as the mediator is to encourage parties to reach resolutions that are tailored specifically to their family's unique situation and needs and to avoid the damaging effects of high conflict divorce/custody disputes.Jessica is the Co-Chair of the Family Law Section of the Washtenaw County Bar Association; and a member of:THE WOMEN LAWYERS ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN;WAYNE COUNTY FAMILY LAW BAR ASSOCIATION;STATE BAR OF MICHIGAN;COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE INSTITUTE OF MICHIGAN; ANDINTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF COLLABORATIVE PROFESSIONALS