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.
Episodes
607 episodes
(Community Matters 140) Marshall Update: Master Plan, Building Rehabs, Fountain Updates, BlueOval and More
Marshall Mayor Scott Wolfersberger returns to Community Matters with updates on the master plan - and on work being done to the Brooks Memorial Fountain.He also comments on progress at the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan and more.<...
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(Community Matters 140) From Veterans Affairs to City Affairs: Springfield City Manager Aaron Edlefson
In one of his first interviews since becoming the city manager of Springfield, Michigan, Aaron Edlefson talks about what drew him to lead the city - and reflects on his service in the Veterans Affairs department in Calhoun County.Epis...
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(Community Matters 140) Binder Park Zoo Celebrates its 50th Season
Calhoun County's Binder Park Zoo celebrates its 50th season in 2025.President and CEO Diane Thompson returns to Community Matters to reflect on how the zoo has evolved over 50 years, as well as some of the special events and attractions ...
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(Community Matters 139) United Way Watching Fundraising and Poverty Data with Concern
The United Way of South Central Michigan continues to study its "ALICE" data - ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.CEO Chris Sargent returns to Community Matters to offer some perspective on the numbers, as well ...
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(Community Matters 139) Legislative Update: Frisbie on Volunteer EMS Tax Relief, Budget Wrangling, BlueOval, Policy Conference and More
Rep. Steve Frisbie (R-Pennfield) returns to Community Matters to update listeners on legislative activity in the Michigan House of Representatives.Frisbie discusses legislation to give volunteer emergency response workers in Michigan a t...
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(Vicksburg Visit 15) Residents Give Input on Growing Parks and Recreation Options
On this Vicksburg Visit, we gathered in Oswalt Park in downtown Vicksburg to talk about - what else?! - parks and recreation!Vicksburg Parks and Recreation Committee members talk about new options in the village, as well as how residents...
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(Creating Dementia Solutions 57) New Tech, New Puppet Help Further Dementia Solutions
Two of the ways Miles for Memories creates dementia solution is through technology and education.In this episode, founder Sherii Sherban discusses new technology added to the Safe Returns program - which helps those who may wander to be ...
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(Community Matters 138) Time for Another Grrrrreat National Cereal Fest in Battle Creek
Boxes and Boxes of cereal - and gallons and gallons of milk - are just part of Battle Creek's annual National Cereal Fest. There is entertainment, vendors, the traditional parade - and even a special cereal sale.Kellogg Arena's Kaycie Ch...
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(Community Matters 138) Calhoun County CVB Leader Reflects on Award, Local Tourism
Honored in 2025 as the Star of the Year at the Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism, Calhoun County Visitors Bureau CEO Linda Freybler shares some perspective on visitors to our county.Freybler also offers insight about what fills h...
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(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.<...
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(Community Matters 137) Southwest Michigan Native Aims to be Michigan's Next Governor
Cass County native Aric Nesbitt, the Michigan Senate Minority Leader, has announced his intent to run for governor in 2026.Nesbitt, a conservative Republican, was first elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2010.Nesb...
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(Community Matters 137) EPA Grant for Calhoun County Land Bank Can Move the Needle on Brownfields
For the third year in a row, the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority has received a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to help move potentially contaminated land to new ownership.The City of Albion and Battle Creek Commun...
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(Oaklawn Health Matters 10) Thinking About Therapy? A Professional Offers Some Perspective
On this episode of Oaklawn Health Matters, psychologist Dr. John Tobin of Oaklawn Psychological and Psychiatric Services discusses some considerations for those considering seeing a therapist.Among them, the indications it would...
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(Creating Dementia Solutions 56) What's Next? This Card Can Help You Decide
Recognizing potential signs of dementia in a loved one can be stressful and even paralyzing. A person can be left wondering what to do next.Miles for Memories has developed some guidance in this area with a resource card called "What's N...
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(Community Matters 136) Finding the Right Battle Creek City Manager Candidates is Taking Longer than Expected
A planned meet-and-greet in April 2025 was supposed to give Battle Creek residents a chance to meet the finalists for city manager. That event was abruptly cancelled when one of the candidates withdrew from consideration.The search was d...
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(Community Matters 136) May is Military Appreciation Month - Which Means Several Things
When thinking about military appreciation observances during the month of May, you may think first of Memorial Day.While that is certainly true, we learn in this Community Matters discussion there are a lot more observances which constit...
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(Community Matters 136) Attention Seniors: This Expo is for You
Calhoun County Senior Services stages its annual Senior Expo to provide a one-stop resource event for those 60 and over.Set for May 22, 2025 at Kellogg Arena, the free event features a number of demonstrations, give-a-ways and access to ...
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(Community Matters 135) 43rd Community Prayer Breakfast Sets Another Inspirational Tone
Battle Creek's annual tradition - the Community Prayer Breakfast - seeks to bring all denominations together for a morning of inspiration and motivation.In its 43rd year, the longtime coordinator of the event, Helen Royal, joins Communit...
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(Community Matters 135) What to Do When a Wrong-Way Driver is Coming at You
Calhoun County does not generally have a significant amount of reported incidents of wrong-way drivers. But, many other counties do - particularly in higher-populated areas.That's the word from Calhoun County Sheriff's Department Lt. Cur...
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(Community Matters 135) Wiggly Tail: Pets Like Sophie Supported by Dedicated Staff - Maybe You?
In this Wiggly Tail update from the Humane Society of South Central Michigan, Lacy and Jessica join Community Matters to talk about three big things:Whisker Mixer Fundraiser: The annual event is a major fundraiser for the HSCCM.
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(Community Matters 134) FireKeepers CEO Shares Updates on the Future (and How They Remodel Rooms Without Disturbing Guests)
FireKeepers Casino Hotel has evolved from a gaming institution to include a upscale hotel tower. Then another.Today, FireKeepers CEO Frank Tecumseh shares with Community Matters some perspective on how far the facility has come, as well ...
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(Community Matters 134) MSU Docs Return to Battle Creek to Provide Update on Dementia Research
Every spring, Calhoun County dementia education organization Miles for Memories facilitates an information session with Michigan State University researchers meant to update attendees on research and ...
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(Community Matters 134) May 6 Ballot Question Seeks to Help Emmett Township Sock Away Money for Future Public Safety Needs
Voters in Emmett Township will decide on May 6, 2025 whether to continue support of a millage Supervisor Tracy Myers says will help pay for new emergency equipment.Myers tells Community Matters it is an effort to save funds for new publi...
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(Creating Dementia Solutions 55) Addressing Depression Could Help Reduce Risk for Dementia
In 2025, Creating Dementia Solutions is looking deeper into what The Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention and care has indicated are ways people can reduce their risk of dementia.Lancet includes addressing depression as...
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(Community Matters 133) New Dark Horse Owner Talks Craft Beer, Expansion in Marshall and BBQ Fundraiser for MACS
Marshall's Dark Horse Brewing plans its annual Spring Smokeoff around BBQ, beer and a charitable connection. That's the plain again in 2025, with a portion of the $25 entry fee to support Marshall Area Community Services (MACS) on May 3....
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