Livemic Communications - Richard Piet Show
Richard Piet, known to terrestrial radio listeners in Southwest Michigan for years as the genial host of an informative and engaging interview program, brings The Richard Piet Show worldwide with this podcast! A show about "rides, people and smart talk," Richard is a fan of cars and interactive discussion focusing on a range of topics. In 2021, Richard established Livemic Communications, adding opportunities for purposeful exposure through informational, customized podcast series. Businesses and organizations can share their stories and engage their stakeholders.Escape the world of politically slanted terrestrial talk radio - whatever the slant - and enter a whole new universe of compelling subjects and engrossing discussions on The Richard Piet Show.
Livemic Communications - Richard Piet Show
(Community Matters 130) Haadsma: House GOP Roads Plan Blows '$3.1B Hole' in Michigan Budget
The setup for a battle over road repair funding in Michigan is done. Republican members of the Michigan House of Representatives have presented a plan which redirects money in the current budget for road repairs.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, has proposed different taxes to help fund the upgrades.
Former Rep. Jim Haadsma, a Democrat from Battle Creek, provides his perspective on the GOP plan, including what he sees as common ground - as well as emphasizing what he views as the unknown effects of the GOP plan.
Episode Resources
Bridge Michigan: Michigan House passes GOP roads package without Democratic counter-proposal in sight
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.
Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.