Made In Walker
The Made In Walker Podcast connects you to the people, stories, and ideas shaping our community. From local innovators to everyday change makers, we are diving deep into what makes Walker Michigan a great place to live, work, and grow.
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Episodes
13 episodes
Driving Success: Tim Horvath's Journey with HD5 Designs
Tim Horvath doesn't just design graphics for race cars - he creates brands, builds relationships, and offers sanctuary in a high-speed world. The founder of HD5 Designs opens up about his remarkable journey from a kid in the fourth turn at Berl...
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Episode 13
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The HOPE Collaborative: Empowering Walker from Within
What happens when a community decides to take care of its own? The HOPE Collaborative—Helping Others Prosper Every Day—represents a powerful answer to that question. This grassroots initiative brings together Walker's businesses, schools, churc...
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Episode 12
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From Typewriters to Tech: Three Generations of Noordyk
From the humble beginnings of a basement typewriter repair shop to weathering a global pandemic, Noordyk Business Equipment stands as a testament to family business resilience in Walker, Michigan. Will Noordyk takes us through his ...
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Episode 11
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Walker Ice and Fitness Center: Where Health Meets Community
Step inside one of Walker's most vibrant community hubs with Mary Kay Sherman, Facilities Director at the Walker Ice and Fitness Center. Having served since six months after the center opened more than 25 years ago, Mary Kay offers an insider's...
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Faith Under Fire: How Walker's Chaplains Help First Responders Process Trauma
Walker's chaplains serve dual roles supporting both law enforcement officers and community members in times of crisis. The volunteer chaplains work 24/7 to provide emotional and spiritual support during and after traumatic incidents.• C...
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Small Batch, Big Dreams: Lost Art Brewery's Journey From Home Brewing to Neighborhood Institution
Three friends turned their home brewing passion into a thriving community hub during one of the most challenging periods for small businesses in recent memory. When Lost Art Brewery opened its doors in July 2020 amid pandemic restrictions, foun...
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Beyond the Double Dip: Finding Purpose in Community Service
What happens when a teenage promise becomes reality? In this heartwarming conversation with James Dewinter, we explore the remarkable journey of a local entrepreneur who transformed from a 14-year-old ice cream shop employee to the proud owner ...
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Episode 7
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Coffee, Cops, and Community: A Refreshing Conversation
In this engaging episode of "Made in Walker," we sit down with Tyler Glass and Mitch Harkema, community resource officers at the Walker Police Department. They share insights on how their role extends beyond traditional policing; it's about bui...
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Building Resilience and Innovation: Tim Sobie's Journey with Sobie Meats and Community Collaboration
Join us on a captivating journey as we sit down with Tim Sobie, the passionate owner of Sobie Meats in Walker, Michigan. Tim's story is one of resilience and dedication, transitioning from layoffs to launching a thriving butcher shop that champ...
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Episode 4
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Empowering Walker's Future: The Mayor's Youth Academy and Civic Engagement with Mayor Gary Carey
What if the future of your city depended on high school students? Mayor Gary Carey Jr. is banking on it. Join us as we explore his pioneering approach with the Mayor's Youth Academy, a dynamic initiative aimed at shaping the City of Walker's ne...
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Episode 3
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Fruit Ridge Bridge Replacement Preview
Excitement is building for Walker’s Fruit Ridge Bridge project set for 2025, a crucial endeavor designed to relieve traffic congestion and enhance connectivity within the community. Through detailed insights from city engineer Scott Conners, th...
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Building a Connected and Thriving Community: Insights from Walker's Mayor Gary Carey
Curious about how a city transforms communication and community engagement in the modern age? Join us as we kick off the Made in Walker podcast with an enlightening conversation featuring Walker’s very own Mayor Gary Carey. We promise you’ll un...
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