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Michigan Voices

Michigan Voices

By: Cumulus Media Detroit
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760 WJR Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne speaks with business, community, and political leaders who are working to make a difference in Southeast Michigan and beyond.2024 ~ Cumulus Media Economics Management Management & Leadership Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Starfish Family Services Provides Support to Entire Families and the 12th Annual All Things Detroit is Coming in April

    Starfish Family Services Provides Support to Entire Families and the 12th Annual All Things Detroit is Coming in April
    Apr 5 2026
    April 5, 2026 ~ The 12th annual All Things Detroit Day in Eastern Market returns 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 12, with local goods sold by more than 200 makers available to browse. All Things Detroit Day is a celebration made for supporting small businesses - complete with DJs, interactive events, and food trucks galore. Founder Jennifer Crawford Williams joins Michigan Voices. For more than 60 years, Starfish Family Services has been led entirely by women, and today that legacy continues under CEO Roxanne Brinkerhoff. Brinkerhoff took the helm of the Detroit nonprofit in 2023, guiding an organization that is a leading provider of high-quality early childhood education, mental and behavioral health services, and whole-family parenting programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    27 mins
  • Evolving After School Programs and Helping Those with Cystic Fibrosis

    Evolving After School Programs and Helping Those with Cystic Fibrosis
    Mar 29 2026
    March 29, 2026 ~ Afterschool With Youth for Youth (WYFY) is a multifaceted initiative that empowers young people to redesign afterschool programming from the ground up. Coordinated by Youthprise and funded by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, the project connects five partner sites across the United States. Executive Director Erin Skene Pratt joins Michigan Voices. The purpose of The Bonnell Foundation is to provide tools to navigate the difficulties of living with Cystic Fibrosis. The foundation strives to connect families with resources all along their CF journey. The Bonnell Foundation offers education scholarships to those affected by CF, as well as medical assistance and lung transplant grants. Founder and CEO Laura Bonnell joins Michigan Voices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    29 mins
  • Helping People With Blood Cancer and Awarding Grants to Local Orgs

    Helping People With Blood Cancer and Awarding Grants to Local Orgs
    Mar 22 2026
    March 22, 2026 ~ Michigan has among the highest blood cancer rates, with a new diagnosis made every 90 minutes, or 6000 annually, in Michigan alone. Blood cancer, due to its lengthy treatment protocols, is among the most expensive of cancers in which to treat. The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan supports 1400 patients through treatment and beyond when other agencies stop supporting. President and CEO Doug Campbell joins Michigan Voices. At least 100 Michigan women are members of Impact 100. Each member gives $1,000 per year. Together, they award $100,000 grants to local organizations. The funding and decisions are 100% made by women. Impact100 has given transformational $100K grants to more than a dozen metro Detroit organizations. Impact 100 governance director Amy Anger joins Michigan Voices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    28 mins
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