最高の West Michigan ポッドキャスト (2024)

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A Conversation With Austin McWilliams, Choir Director at Fountain Street Church on "The Bernstein Mass" 13:25

1d ago13:25

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On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Austin McWilliams, Choir Director at Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids. Austin also serves as the Director of Choral Activities at Aquinas College and is the conductor of an upcoming performance at Fountain Street Church: The Bernstein Mass: A Theatre Piece for Singers, Players, and Dancers…

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An in-depth preview of the 1st annual Music Econ Summit 15:57

13d ago15:57

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On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue speaks with Monk Mattheus, culture and training coordinator with The Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation and organizer with the 1st annual Music Econ Summit takes place on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation to support entrepreneurship and wealth …

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A preview of the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo 14:32

20d ago14:32

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On this week's episode, host Phil Tower welcomes Mariah Malone, events coordinator with John Ball Zoo. The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival returns to John Ball Zoo on April 10 and is expected to be another record-setting event for the zoo. John Ball Zoo is the first and only place in Michigan where you can see these incredible works of art. The lante…

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An insider's look at Albatross Aviary, an avian rescue and sanctuary(03-24-24) 15:25

27d ago15:25

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On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue speaks with Gairen Tembreull, Director of Albatross Aviary in Grand Rapids. Albatross Aviary is a unique avian rescue and sanctuary dedicated to providing permanent care, shelter, and rehabilitation for companion parrots and other exotic birds when rehoming options are scarce. Albatross Aviary is a bird …

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A conversation with Amy Thomas-Mellema, Executive Director of Revive & Thrive Project(03-09-24) 13:00

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On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue, program manager at The Rapidian, speaks with Guest Amy Thomas-Mellema, Executive Director of Revive & Thrive Project. Revive & Thrive Project was founded by nutritionist and cancer survivor Wendy Borden. After learning about the Ceres Community Project, Wendy made a heartfelt commitment to model the pro…

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A behind the scenes update from the leadership of Broadway Grand Rapids (03-16-24) 15:46

1M ago15:46

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On this week's show, host Allison Donahue welcomes Guests: Meghan Distel, Broadway GR President and CEO, and Jennifer Pascua, Broadway GR Marketing Director. Broadway Grand Rapids was established in September of 1988 and opened the first season with South Pacific The mission of Broadway Grand Rapids is to bring the very best of national touring Bro…

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Butterflies, Art Exhibits, Summer Concerts and more with John Vanderhaagen from Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. 13:53

2M ago13:53

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On this week's program, host. Allison Donahue welcomes John Vanderhaagen, communications director at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. John spoke with Allison about the featured art exhibit at the gardens, as well as the always popular upcoming butterflies exhibition, the summer concert series, and the number of volunteer opportunities at…

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Previewing the laughs and focus for this year's LaughFest Grand Rapids(02-24-24) 11:31

2M ago11:31

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On this week's program, host. Allison Donahue speaks with Zack Berends, the festival and events manager for Laughfest and Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids. Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids sponsors the 14th annual LaughFest from March 6 to 10. This year's event features comedians such as Tammy Pescatelli, Josh Johnson, Piff the Magic Dragon, and Demetri Martin. …

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A conversation with Rodney Brown, the founder of GR MIFI, The Grand Rapids Media Initiative & Film Incubator. Part 2 of 2 (02-17-24) 12:50

2M ago12:50

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In this week's *program, host Allison Donahue (Program Manager for The Rapidian) continues her conversation with Rodney Brown, the founder of GRMIFI. (*The Grand Rapids Media Initiative & Film Incubator). During the program, Allison and Rodney discussed the utilization of film and media as a means to tell the untold stories of Grand Rapids and GRMI…

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A conversation with Rodney Brown, the founder of GR MIFI, The Grand Rapids Media Initiative & Film Incubator.Part 1 (02-10-24) 13:24

2M ago13:24

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In this week's *program, host Allison Donahue (Program Manager for The Rapidian) welcomes Rodney Brown, the founder of GRMIFI. (*The Grand Rapids Media Initiative & Film Incubator) During the program, Allison and Rodney discussed the utilization of film and media as a means to tell the untold stories of Grand Rapids, GRMIFI's role in cultivating th…

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A conversation with Pattijean McCahill, director of marketing and development, at Feeding America West Michigan(01-27-24) 13:29

3M ago13:29

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In this week's episode, host Alison Donohue speaks with Pattijean McCahill, director of marketing and development, at Feeding America West Michigan. Feeding America West Michigan is at the center of a united community effort driven by the core belief that hunger is unacceptable and meals can change lives. Feeding America West Michigan works to gath…

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Talking sustainability, and slow fashion with Janay Brower, Founder and CEO of Public Thread (01-20-24) 17:49

3M ago17:49

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On the program this week, Allison Donahue speaks with Janay Brower, Founder and CEO of Public Thread Public Thread is a West Michigan-based manufacturer and retailer that works with with upcycled textiles and materials. Public Thread moved last week into a 10,000-square-foot space at 446 Cesar Chavez Ave. SW, the start of a new chapter for the fash…

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Marcial Benavidez, with the Kent County Welcome Plan Collaborative(01-13-24) 13:45

3M ago13:45

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Marcial Benavidez - Kent County Welcome Plan Collaborative Communications Specialist Podcast descriptions:English: In this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Marcial Benavidez, Kent County Welcome Plan Collaborative Communications Specialist.The Kent County Welcome Plan Collaborative is a multi-organizational group that represents over 5…

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Kendsie Channing, with DGRI's Downtown Neighbor Network(01-06-24) 13:08

3M ago13:08

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In this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Kendsie Channing, Manager of Neighbor Experience for Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and the Downtown Neighbor Network. The Downtown Neighbor Network (DNN)'s purpose is to provide a forum to socialize, organize, and ultimately deepen citizen engagement in building/promoting a high-quality residential…

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An inside look at many contributions of The Grand River Folk Arts Society(12-30-23) 13:39

4M ago13:39

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In this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Roger Plaxton, treasurer of the Grand River Folk Arts Society & Roger Kohlenberger, president of the Grand River Folk Arts Society. The Grand River Folk Arts Society is a nonprofit volunteer organization whose mission is to enrich people’s lives and foster community through traditional music, da…

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The importance of green space and land conservation with The Land Conservancy of West Michigan(12-23-23) 14:14

4M ago14:14

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In this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Marie Orttenburger, Advancement Manager, with the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. The organization's history began in 1976 when four volunteers met to lay out a plan to identify, protect, and care for West Michigan’s natural areas. They created an organization called the Natural Areas Conserv…

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Breaking barriers and enhancing the diversity of our community with A Glimpse of Africa(12-16-23) 15:50

4M ago15:50

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In this weeks program, host Allison Donahue welcomes Fridah Kanini, the founder and CEO of A Glimpse of Africa. A Glimpse of Africa works in the West Michigan region to ensure that African immigrants and refugees are visible through advocacy, creating a sense of belonging, and breaking language, cultural, and systemic barriers. A Glimpse of Africa …

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WYCE's Community Connection (12-09-23): a conversation with Monica Hall, Executive Director & Crime Prevention Organizer with John Ball Area Neighbors 14:53

4M ago14:53

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In this week's episode, host Phil Tower welcomes Monica Hall, the Executive Director, and crime Prevention Organizer with John Ball Area Neighbors in Grand Rapids. John Ball Area Neighbors Seeks to spread a message of hope and compassion. They believe a single action can make a difference in the community and that collective action can significantl…

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WYCE's Community Connection (12-02-23): a close look at the people and unique culture of the Creston Neighborhood Association 13:44

5M ago13:44

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In this week's episode, host. Allison Donahue welcomes Gregg Hampshire, the executive director of The Creston Neighborhood Association. The Creston Neighborhood Association serves the residents of Creston, the largest neighborhood in Grand Rapids. Since the Creston Neighborhood Association was incorporated in 1979, neighbors have rallied to shape t…

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WYCE's Community Connection (11-25-23): a conversation with Jacqueline Scherer, founder and Executive Director of The PlaygroundGR 15:10

5M ago15:10

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In this week's episode, we welcome Jacqueline Scherer, founder and executive director, of The Playground GR.THE PLAYGROUNDgr is a local nonprofit, that is committed to bridging the disparities of the racial, gender, cultural, and socioeconomic gaps often found in caregivers/educational institutions and community based programing around the world of…

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WYCE's Community Connection (11-18-23): a behind the scenes look at the inaugural Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt at the Downtown Market 13:40

5M ago13:40

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In this week's episode, host, Allison Donahue speaks with Karen Carpenter, Manager of the first-ever Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt, happening at the Grand Rapids downtown market from November 17 through December 23. The Christkindl Markt is a Christmas Village lined with artisan gift and food vendors, live holiday entertainment, and festive family…

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WYCE's Community Connection (11-11-23): a visit with Cindy Foley, Director and CEO of the Grand Rapids Art Museum 15:31

5M ago15:31

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In this week's program, host Allison Donahue welcomes Cindy Foley, Director and CEO of the Grand Rapids Art Museum. The Grand Rapids Art Museum sees itself as a beacon of the arts in an art-loving city. GRAM's exhibitions, events, and educational programming span topics, mediums, and genres to connect with and invite a wide variety of audiences. Th…

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WYCE's Community Connection (11-04-23): a conversation with The Kent District Library 13:19

5M ago13:19

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In this episode of WYCE's Community Connection, host Allison Donahue speaks with Hanna Moulds, a Bookmobile Operator with the Kent District Library. About KDL: Kent District Library seeks to challenge the traditional concept of a library. Beyond books to check out, KDL also offers board games, video game consoles, Wi-Fi hotspots, and GoPro cameras.…

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WYCE's Community Connection (10-28-2023) Care Resources 14:57

5M ago14:57

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We spoke with Tracey McKnight, CEO of Care Resources, on independent living for older adults, In-home care, affordable health services, rehabilitation/therapy gym, and socialization support. Care Resources is a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE®), a national healthcare program funded by Medicare/Medicaid. They are a community-base…

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WYCE's Community Connection (10-21-2023) Lowell Arts 14:04

5M ago14:04

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We spoke with Laurel Conrad, Program Director with Lowell Arts, about supporting the arts, community arts support, and support of grassroots artists and artisans. LowellArts connects artists and audiences through the visual and performing arts. Their organization has been growing since its inception in 1977 and is made up of committed arts enthusia…

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WYCE's Community Connection (10-14-2023) St. Cecilia Music Center 14:35

5M ago14:35

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We spoke with Cathy Holbrook, Executive and Artistic Director of St. Cecilia Music Center, about performing arts, music education, and music appreciation. St. Cecilia Music Center was established in 1883 by nine Grand Rapids women, the organization was named for the legendary patron saint of music. During the earliest days, members met in each othe…

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WYCE's Community Connection (10-07-2023) The Rapidian 15:13

5M ago15:13

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We spoke with Allison Donahue, Program Manager of The Rapidian, about media literacy, media ownership, citizen, journalism, hyper local news operations, and news deserts. The Rapidian launched on Sept. 15, 2009 and is a department of the Grand Rapids Community Media Center with funding and support from local businesses and citizens. They are a comm…

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WYCE's Community Connection (09-30-2023) Kent County Parks and Recreation 14:58

5M ago14:58

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We spoke with Ben Swayze, Director at Kent County Parks and Recreation, about green spaces, trails and trail systems, development, community outreach, funding of county parks, and accessible recreation for all. The Kent County Parks Department enriches lives in Kent County by providing outstanding parks, natural areas and trails that are accessible…

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WYCE's Community Connection (09-23-2023) Hope For Single Moms 14:42

5M ago14:42

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We spoke with Carla Ludwig, Founder and Executive Director of Hope For Single Moms Grand Rapids, and Taryn Taplin, Event Coordinator, about support systems for single mothers, education, aid for families in poverty, and the resources Hope For Single Moms provides mothers with. Hope for Single Moms is on a mission to ensure children in single mom fa…

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WYCE's Community Connection (09-16-2023) Hope Unexpected 13:20

5M ago13:20

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We spoke with Olivia J. Bailey, Development Director at Hope Unexpected, about support for single mothers, unplanned pregnancy, affordable housing and rent, poverty, and access to child care. Hope Unexpected's mission is achieved by showing mercy, love and grace through hospitality and support through multiple services offered to their clients. The…

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WYCE's Community Connection (09-09-2023) East Hills Council of Neighbors 13:27

5M ago13:27

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We spoke with Jessica Young, Director of the East Hills Council of Neighbors, about neighborhood crime, LGBTQ+ engagement, affordable housing, and historical homes and preservation. East Hills has always reached beyond the status quo to address the needs of their community. With the collaboration of passionate neighbors they have worked to build an…

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WYCE's Community Connection (09-02-2023) Great Lakes Music Camp 15:31

5M ago15:31

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We spoke with Jason Wheeler and Bruce Ling from Great Lakes music camp about performing arts, music, education, the history of stringed instruments, and bluegrass music, square dancing. Great Lakes Music Camp provides a unique opportunity to study in intimate small groups under award winning musicians and spend the weekend on Michigan’s unbeatable …

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WYCE's Community Connection (08-26-2023) Kent County Healthy Department 14:57

5M ago14:57

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We spoke with Sara Simmonds, Director of Environmental Health, and Joann Hoganson, Director of Community Wellness, at Kent County Health Department on lead poisoning in children, lead abatement in homes in Kent County, safe drinking water, and providing clean water to at risk families. The Kent County Health Department is responsible for continuall…

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WYCE's Community Connection (08-19-2023) Rotary Rocks for ShelterBox 14:15

5M ago14:15

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We spoke with Derek Reed, Co-Founder of Rockford’s Rotary Rocks for ShelterBox, about this years music festival that was held in downtown Rockford. Rotary Rocks held their 2nd annual event on August 22, 2023 at Garden Club Park. The evening featured music from Jack Droppers and the Best Intentions, Low Phase, and Roosevelt Diggs. Fan favorite Roose…

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WYCE's Community Connection (08-12-2023) Vibrant Futures MI 15:01

5M ago15:01

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We spoke with Chana Edmond-Verley, Executive Director of Vibrant Futures MI, about how Vibrant Futures MI helps people in West Michigan gain access to childcare, affordable childcare, and funding for childcare. Vibrant Futures creates cradle-to-career opportunities and experiences that hold sacred the vibrant promise and potential in every child, y…

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WYCE's Community Connection (08-06-2023) Grand Rapids Public Library 13:38

5M ago13:38

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We spoke with John McNaughton, Executive Director at Grand Rapids Public Library, about resources the library offers for residents of Grand Rapids, whether that be through checking out books and media or through the plethora of events they host. The library is our community’s source of accessible information, resources, and programs. They offer a w…

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WYCE's Community Connection (07-29-2023) West Michigan Hispanic Center 14:33

5M ago14:33

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We spoke with Evelyn-Esparza-Gonzalez, Executive Director, and Gabriella Cordova, Communications & Development Director, of the West Michigan Hispanic Center about their goals of empowering West Michigans Hispanic community. Located in the heart of the Roosevelt Park, the largest Latino neighborhood in Grand Rapids, the Hispanic Center directly ser…

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WYCE's Community Connection (07-22-2023) Dr. Randal Jelks part 2 14:12

5M ago14:12

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We spoke with professor and author Dr. Randal Jelks about institutional racism, impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., race, relations, black owned businesses, black history and more. Randal Maurice Jelks is an award-winning author, documentary film producer, and professor. He is the author of four books. His writings have appeared in the Boston Re…

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WYCE's Community Connection (07-15-2023) Dr. Randal Jelks part 1 13:56

5M ago13:56

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We spoke with professor and author Dr. Randal Jelks about institutional racism, impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., race, relations, black owned businesses, black history and more. Randal Maurice Jelks is an award-winning author, documentary film producer, and professor. He is the author of four books. His writings have appeared in the Boston Re…

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WYCE's Community Connection (07-08-2023) Disability Advocates Kent County 14:47

5M ago14:47

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We spoke with Dave Bulkowski, Executive Director of Disability Advocates of Kent County, about serving people of West Michigan who live with disabilities, the history of Disability Advocates and more. Disability Advocates strives to eliminate systemic barriers and enhance programs so that people with disabilities can live the self-directed life the…

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WYCE's Community Connection (07-01-2023) Girls Rock Grand Rapids 11:47

6M ago11:47

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We spoke with Noemi Gonzalez, Girls Rock GR's Community Engagement Coordinator at the Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities about opportunities for girls in the music scene in Grand Rapids. Girls Rock! Grand Rapids (GR!GR) is a week long summer camp that exists to empower girls and gender-expansive youth through music. Each year, kids and teens at ca…

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WYCE's Community Connection (06-25-2023) League of Women Voters 15:13

6M ago15:13

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We spoke with the League of Women Voters Greater Grand Rapids Chapter President Courtney Winell and Board Secretary Kristin Brace about voter rights, voting rules, and regulations, election safety, voting laws in Michigan, and their get out the vote efforts. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and…

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WYCE's Community Connection (06-17-2023) Fans of Valley Field 14:12

6M ago14:12

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We spoke with Paul Soltysiak, Vice President and Co-Founder, and Steve Tibbe, Chief Officer, about historical preservation, arts funding, neighborhood improvement, baseball funding at Valley Field. Fans of Valley Field exists to preserve the heritage and promote the usage of Sullivan (Valley) Field. They intend to create a year-round community spac…

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WYCE's Community Connection (06-10-2023) Grand Rapids Pride Center 15:13

6M ago15:13

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We spoke with Jazz McKinney, Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Pride Center, about pride month, LGBTQ+ equality, gender, equity, transgender education, housing challenges and equal employment opportunities. The Grand Rapids Pride Center works to create positive change for the 2-SLGBTQ+ community by breaking down barriers, creating awareness, p…

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WYCEs Community Connection (06-03-2023) Killer Blues Headstone Project 13:03

6M ago13:03

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We spoke with Steve Salter, President of The Killer Blues Headstone Project, about blues music, blues culture and musicians, and headstones for blues musicians in unmarked graves. The Killer Blues Headstone Project exists to provide headstones for blues musicians lying in unmarked graves. They have placed over 150 headstones in 14 years. In 2009, T…

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WYCEs Community Connection (05-28-2023) Festival Grand Rapids 54:41

6M ago54:41

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We spoke with Missy Summers, Executive Director of Festival Grand Rapids, about the arts and culture appreciation, performing arts and music appreciation, community outreach, and food and beverage culture. Festival began in 1970 – as a celebration of the arts in West Michigan, inspired by the 1969 installation of Alexander Calder’s “La Grande Vites…

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WYCEs Community Connection (05-21-2023) An update on the City of Grand Rapids 15:58

6M ago15:58

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We spoke with Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss about city funding, affordable housing funding, public safety, Homelessness, Mental health co- response in policing. Mayor Rosalynn Bliss became the City of Grand Rapids’ first female Mayor when she took office on January 1, 2016. She was re-elected for a second term in November 2019. She previously s…

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WYCEs Community Connection (05-14-2023) The Humane Society of West Michigan speaks about how to help animals through adoption. 14:36

6M ago14:36

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In this episode we welcome Brianna Shahly, Communications and Marketing Coordinator of the Humane Society of West Michigan. Brianna touches on animal welfare, pet adoption, spaying and neutering of pets, pet rescue, and feral cats. The Humane Society of West Michigans mission is to promote the humane treatment and responsible care of animals in Wes…

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WYCE's Community Connection (05-07-23): the 411 on John Ball Zoo's amazing lantern festival. 12:05

6M ago12:05

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In this episode, we welcome Mariah Malone, Communication Specialist with John Ball Zoo. Mariah spoke with us about the Zoo's Lantern Festival is a one-mile light tour through John Ball Zoo. The festival features handcrafted Asian lantern displays that will illuminate the Zoo and tell the intersecting story of wildlife and Asian culture. John Ball Z…

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WYCE's Community Connection (04-30-23): Talking everything beer with the Grand Rapids Prime Time Brewers Association 15:07

6M ago15:07

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In this week's program, we welcome two members of the Grand Rapids Prime Time Brewers Association: Jeremy Gavin and Mies Martin, President of the GR Prime Time Brewers. According to the team of club historians, GR PrimeTime Brewers goes back to the late 70's. Originally, this loosely associated group of homebrewers would sporadically meet to share …

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