TALK MIDLAND w/ Logan Richetti
A podcast with a mission to promote small businesses in the Midland, Michigan community. The show is hosted by Logan Richetti, the managing broker of Modern Realty, the largest real estate brokerage in Midland. He has a passion for supporting small business leaders in our area, and this podcast is a spotlight for their stories. Follow along to learn more as we #talkmidland.
Episodes
71 episodes
The Decisions You Never See: How Drainage, Infrastructure, and Taxes Really Work in Midland | #71
If you own property in Midland County, this conversation affects you — whether you realize it or not.Logan Richetti sits down with Joe Sova, Midland County Drain Commissioner, to explain how drainage and infrastructure decision...
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Episode 71
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57:55
Paying Taxes Without Representation: A Mid-Michigan Wake-Up Call w/ Jason Tunney | #70
This episode hits differently if you care about representation, education, and the future of Michigan. Jason Tunney shares the why behind his campaign. Tag someone who should hear this conversation.Logan sits down w...
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Episode 70
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43:20
What happens when a farm kid turned global business leader decides it’s time to fight for Michigan’s future? | #69
Step inside the mind of a business leader who refuses to sit on the sidelines—hit play and hear why experience, not politics-as-usual, matters right now.Logan Richetti sits down with Christian Velasquez, a longtime Dow Corning exe...
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Episode 69
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REPLAY - How One Dream Turned Into a Community Movement: The Live Oak Coffeehouse Story | #68
Opening a second location in Midland isn’t about confidence — it’s about risk tolerance. The owner of Live Oak Coffee House shares what really went into choosing the east side for their second shop. Would you take that risk in your own business...
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Episode 68
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41:28
Healing Faster with Fewer Visits: A New Approach to Physical Therapy in Midland | #67
Most people believe insurance exists to make healthcare better. What they don’t realize is that it often decides how much care they’re allowed to receive.Today’s conversation isn’t about attacking insurance — it’s about understan...
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Episode 67
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28:22
Behind the Scenes of Midland County: Taxes, Trust, and How Local Government Really Works | #66
Logan Richetti sits down with Bridgette Gransden, Administrator Controller for Midland County, to pull back the curtain on local government. From county services most residents never think about, to how taxes, millages, and budgets reall...
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Episode 66
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35:27
The Community Talking to Itself: Inside 170 Years of Midland’s Local Journalism | #65
Logan Richetti sits down with Dave Clark, editor of the Midland Daily News, for an in-depth conversation about the power, purpose, and future of local journalism. With nearly 170 years of history behind it, the Midland Daily News
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Episode 65
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40:40
Free preschool, long waitlists, and 24 years of classroom experience—Sarah tells all! | #64
Logan Richetti sits down with longtime educator and Co-Director Sarah Grachek, who has spent 24 years shaping young learners at Midland Montessori. She breaks down each of the school’s four programs—from infants to the three-to-six class...
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Episode 64
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46:09
Addiction to innovation — how one Midland mom turned rock bottom into patents, prototypes, and a million-view TikTok | #63
Logan Richetti sits down with Carrie Everett — owner of Midland’s award-winning C&A Servicez and the inventor behind the brand-new Safiee cleaning tool container. Carrie shares the full journey: the light-bulb moment while scrubbing a toile...
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Episode 63
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34:41
How One Dream Turned Into a Community Movement: The Live Oak Coffeehouse Story | #62
Logan Richetti sits down with Renee Deckrow to unpack the powerful, heartfelt story behind Live Oak Coffeehouse and the transformation of a forgotten 16,000-square-foot building into a hub of creativity, connection, and community. From the earl...
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Episode 62
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41:28
From hidden basement tenants to 220 doors in 14 months — this episode reveals the real world of property management | #61
Logan Richetti sits down with Bethany Law of 6024 Property Management to uncover the real challenges, wild stories, and behind-the-scenes realities of managing rental properties in Midland. From discovering a fully furnished “secret” basement a...
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Episode 61
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34:49
From news reporter to podcast host uplifting 89 women (and counting) — Christiana’s story is proof that impact starts with one conversation | #60
Logan Richetti sits down with Christiana Malacara— news reporter and host of That’s What She Said — to explore the power of women’s voices, identity, and community. Christiana shares how interviewing nearly 100 women across the ...
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Episode 60
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35:27
Empowering Women, Feeding Communities: Inside the Mission of the Junior League | #59
Logan Richetti sits down with Tina Swanton, President of the Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region, to talk about the power of volunteerism, leadership, and community impact. Tina shares how the League empowers women through hands-on lead...
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Episode 59
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34:12
Service, Sacrifice & a New Vision: Amir Hassan on the Road to Congress for Michigan's 8th District | #58
Logan Richetti sits down with Amir Hassan, a Flint native, Navy veteran, intelligence specialist, and former federal protection agent now running for U.S. Congress in Michigan’s 8th District. Amir shares his journey from serving overseas in Ita...
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Episode 58
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58:18
SEO, Apps & Startups: Andrew Lay on Growing Small Businesses in the Digital Age | #57
Logan Richetti sits down with Andrew Lay, founder of Hierographx, to unpack his journey from building risky, investor-backed apps to launching a full-service digital agency. Andrew shares what he learned from early pivots, the realities ...
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Episode 57
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51:17
Building Business & Community with the Midland Business Alliance | #56
Logan Richetti of Modern Realty sits down with Tony Stamas of the Midland Business Alliance to talk about strengthening businesses and building community. From supporting entrepreneurs through ribbon cuttings and networking events like Wake...
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Episode 56
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34:51
Big Machines, Bigger Challenges: Inside the World of Excavation with Justin Finney | #55
Logan Richetti sits down with Justin Finney, owner of Finney Trucking, a family-run excavating company that’s been serving the community since 1972. They dig into what it really takes to manage septic systems, clear lots, and run ...
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Episode 55
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51:32
The Crepe King of Midland — Brandon Morey’s Recipe for Success | #54
Logan Richetti sits down with Brandon Morey, the creative force behind Crêpes Et Amis, Iron Dame, and Enjoy Bakery. Brandon shares how a humble hot dog cart turned into Midland’s first farmers market food truck, the art and science of crafting ...
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Episode 54
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44:21
Power Sports to Root Beer Floats: How Matt Ackels is Reinventing Midland Business | #53
Logan Richetti sits down with Matt Ackels—an unexpected entrepreneur whose journey spans everything from wrenching on ATVs to owning multiple A&W and Biggby Coffee locations. What started as a passion for power sports led Matt into the rest...
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Episode 53
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37:23
Ladders, Lights & Leadership: The Shine Midland Story | #52
Logan Ricchetti sits down with Mark Haskin, the owner of Shine Window Cleaning in Midland, Michigan. What started as a six-month job turned into a 13-year journey through startup chaos, franchise expansion, and building a high-trust team of 15....
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Episode 52
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37:58
Inside Midland: City Growth, Road Decisions & What's Next for the Holiday Inn Site | #51
In this episode, Logan Richetti with Modern Realty sits down with Jacob Kain, Assistant City Manager for the City of Midland. Jacob shares what his role really looks like — especially when it comes to city development and planning.Ha...
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Episode 51
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31:29
From Beginners to Pros: Talking Tennis & Pickleball with Mike Rose | #50
Logan Richetti of Modern Realty sits down with Mike Rose from the Greater Midland Tennis Center to dive into all things tennis and pickleball! Mike shares insights on the growing popularity of pickleball, how he coaches everyone f...
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Episode 50
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30:30
Rooted in Success: 60 Years of Reder Landscaping with Dave Reder | #49
In this milestone episode, Logan Richetti of Modern Realty sits down with Dave Reder of Reder Landscaping to celebrate 60 years of business in Midland, Michigan. Dave dives into the inspiring history of his family’s company—from its humble b...
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Episode 49
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37:48
Revolutionizing Business with AI: Logan Richetti x Alexander Habscheid of Rapid React AI | #48
Logan Richetti sits down with 18-year-old tech innovator Alexander Habscheid, the mind behind **Rapid React AI** — a groundbreaking AI calling system that has the potential to completely transform how businesses handle front-desk coordination.<...
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Episode 48
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37:56
Public Policy & Everyday Life: Jarrett Skorup of the Mackinac Center on Government, Budgets, and Big Decisions | #47
Logan Richetti sits down with Jarrett Skorup, Marketing and Communications Director at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, for an informative and thought-provoking conversation about how public policy shapes our lives in ways we often don...
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Episode 47
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