
Richard Helppie's Common Bridge
The problems we have in the country are solvable, but not solvable the way we’re approaching them today, because of partisan politics. Richard Helppie, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist seeks to find a place in the middle where common sense discussions can bridge the current great divide.
Podcasting since 2019 • 294 episodes
Richard Helppie's Common Bridge
Latest Episodes
Episode 290- Season Seven, New Bridges. With Rich Helppie
Season seven opens with a clear promise: fewer teams, more truth. We look straight at the incentives that keep America mad—legacy media chasing rage clicks, politicians swapping positions to score points, and a culture that treats every topic l...
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Season 7
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Episode 289
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33:11

Episode 289- College Sports' Money Game. With Dr. Thomas Dieters
The money is already here—so why are the rules still stuck in limbo? We sit down with Tom Dieters to map how NIL evolved from booster-led collectives into university-controlled revenue sharing after House v. NCAA, and what that shift means for ...
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Season 6
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Episode 289
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28:51

Episode 288- Healthcare at a Tipping Point: Insider Perspectives from Dr. Leo Spector
What's the secret to maintaining physician independence when 70% of doctors now work for corporations or health systems? Dr. Leo Spector, CEO of OrthoCarolina and practicing spine surgeon, offers a masterclass in healthcare leadership and strat...
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Season 6
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Episode 288
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29:07

Episode 287- Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Series- Jocelyn Benson
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson brings her vision for Michigan's future to The Common Bridge, outlining why she's running for governor in 2026 and what she hopes to accomplish for the state's citizens.At the heart of Benson's...
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Season 6
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Episode 287
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45:26

Episode 286- Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Series: Tom Leonard
What does it take to transform a state facing serious economic and educational challenges? In this illuminating conversation, former Michigan House Speaker Tom Leonard outlines his vision for revitalizing Michigan as he campaigns for the govern...
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Season 6
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Episode 286
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48:57
