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 138) Expanded 'Del Shannon Weekend' Happens in his Adopted Hometown of Battle Creek
Singer and musician Del Shannon - born Charles Westover about 80 miles away in Coopersville, Michigan - is said to have adopted Battle Creek as his hometown.
Hence, a growing celebration of the "Little Runaway" singer in the cereal city.
West Michigan historian, podcaster and board member of the Battle Creek Regional History Museum Michael Delaware returns to Community Matters to talk about the Del Shannon legacy - and what's evolved into a four-day weekend celebration and fundraiser for the museum.
Episode Resources
Battle Creek Regional History Museum
Info-Tickets: Del Shannon Weekend
Order Michael's Book Victorian Southwest Michigan True Crime
LISTEN: Tales of Southwest Michigan's Past
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 at 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.