Episodes

  • Samantha Harkins Named New Leader for Lansing 5:01

    Samantha Harkins Named New Leader for Lansing 5:01
    Apr 7 2026
    Lansing 5:01 is a wonderful mid-Michigan organization doing great work. They’ve been highlighted in Michigan Reimagined many times. For the first time since they were founded, they have a leadership change. Joining Chris to tell us about the history and the future of Lansing 5:01 is their President & CEO, Samantha Harkins!
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    27 mins
  • Chengdu Teahouse in Old Town Lansing Delivers Authentic Chinese Experience

    Chengdu Teahouse in Old Town Lansing Delivers Authentic Chinese Experience
    Mar 31 2026
    The community is a richer place to live when individuals find their true calling and dare to buck the trends by opening unique businesses. Today I want to highlight a special business in Lansing’s Old Town, Chengdu Teahouse. Joining Chris to share her journey and offerings is the owner of Chengdu, Elyse Ribbons!
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    33 mins
  • Capital City Film Festival Returns for 2026

    Capital City Film Festival Returns for 2026
    Mar 24 2026
    We’re on the cusp of the newest season of the award winning Capital City Film Festival! Joining Chris to share this year’s hot new details - are Festival Event Director Emma Selby, Program Director Pete Johnston, and Film Programs Manager, Jaden Deibel.
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    25 mins
  • MSU Foundation and MEDC Host PitchMI Championship

    MSU Foundation and MEDC Host PitchMI Championship
    Mar 17 2026
    Chris has said a number of times, Michigan may have the most competitive and effective start-up ecosystems in the country. Two major players in that space are the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the Michigan State University Research Foundation. Joining Chris to share the amazing PitchMi event are the VP of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the MEDC, Alison Todak and the Director of Portfolio Management at Red Cedar Ventures, Pete Martin!
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    30 mins
  • Local Artist Fills Vacant Space With Temp Exhibit

    Local Artist Fills Vacant Space With Temp Exhibit
    Mar 10 2026
    Chris has said many times on this show that a quality community values art and the artist. I’ve also highlighted people who have made significant pivots in their careers. In this episode, we delve into both! Joining Chris to share his story and new art installation is local artist Jason Keusch.
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    25 mins
  • Chris Silker of Keller Williams-Advantage in Team Shares How AI is Used in Real Estate

    Chris Silker of Keller Williams-Advantage in Team Shares How AI is Used in Real Estate
    Mar 3 2026
    Artificial Intelligence is being incorporated in all manners of life. Joining Chris to share how AI is used in Real Estate and to give a general update on the status of resident real estate in Michigan is the owner of Keller Williams - Advantage in Team, Chris Silker!
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    25 mins
  • LEAP Thrive Partners with Developers to Facilitate Community-Oriented Projects

    LEAP Thrive Partners with Developers to Facilitate Community-Oriented Projects
    Feb 24 2026
    The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) recently introduced LEAP Thrive, a program that partners with developers to facilitate community-oriented development projects. Joining Chris to explain more is LEAP Thrive Board President & COO of LEAP, Keith Lambert and Thrive Board Member and Executive Director of the Ingham County Land Bank, Roxanne Case!
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    25 mins
  • Health Bar Hosts ‘Health’Care 2026, Bringing Together Leading Voices in Healthcare, Entrepreneurship, AI and More

    Health Bar Hosts ‘Health’Care 2026, Bringing Together Leading Voices in Healthcare, Entrepreneurship, AI and More
    Feb 17 2026
    Society is clamoring for health care reform, along with a fundamental shift from Sick Care to truly affordable Health Care. Joining Chris to discuss an upcoming event called ‘HEALTH’CARE 2026 is the Founder & CEO of Health Bar, Nathan Baar!
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    21 mins