Livemic Communications - Richard Piet Show
Richard Piet, known to terrestrial radio listeners in Southwest Michigan for years as the genial host of an informative and engaging interview program, brings The Richard Piet Show worldwide with this podcast! A show about "rides, people and smart talk," Richard is a fan of cars and interactive discussion focusing on a range of topics. In 2021, Richard established Livemic Communications, adding opportunities for purposeful exposure through informational, customized podcast series. Businesses and organizations can share their stories and engage their stakeholders.Escape the world of politically slanted terrestrial talk radio - whatever the slant - and enter a whole new universe of compelling subjects and engrossing discussions on The Richard Piet Show.
Episodes
Marshall Mayor Scott Wolfersberger returns to Community Matters with updates on the master plan - and on work being done to the Brooks Memorial Fountain.
He also comments on progress at the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan and more.
Episode Resources
City of Marshall
BlueOval Community Matters episodes
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an intervi...
Calhoun County's Binder Park Zoo celebrates its 50th season in 2025.
President and CEO Diane Thompson returns to Community Matters to reflect on how the zoo has evolved over 50 years, as well as some of the special events and attractions that keep folks coming back.
Episode Resources
Binder Park Zoo website
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an inte...
In one of his first interviews since becoming the city manager of Springfield, Michigan, Aaron Edlefson talks about what drew him to lead the city - and reflects on his service in the Veterans Affairs department in Calhoun County.
Episode Resources
City of Springfield
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders a...
The United Way of South Central Michigan continues to study its "ALICE" data - ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.
CEO Chris Sargent returns to Community Matters to offer some perspective on the numbers, as well as the overall fundraising outlook amidst more potential national cuts. He also underscores the commitment the organization and its partners have to offer a "hand up" to those wh...
Rep. Steve Frisbie (R-Pennfield) returns to Community Matters to update listeners on legislative activity in the Michigan House of Representatives.
Frisbie discusses legislation to give volunteer emergency response workers in Michigan a tax break, restoring local control over energy policies, his attendance at the Mackinac Policy Conference, the Ford BlueOval plant and more.
Episode Resources
Rep. Steve Frisbie House Republicans ...
On this Vicksburg Visit, we gathered in Oswalt Park in downtown Vicksburg to talk about - what else?! - parks and recreation!
Vicksburg Parks and Recreation Committee members talk about new options in the village, as well as how residents help shape what those options are.
Episode Resources
Vicksburg, Michigan website
More Vicksburg Visit episodes
Vicksburg Visit is a Livemic Communications production.
Two of the ways Miles for Memories creates dementia solution is through technology and education.
In this episode, founder Sherii Sherban discusses new technology added to the Safe Returns program - which helps those who may wander to be returned home faster.
We also learn about a new puppet added to the group of those locally designed and produced to help children (and adults) learn about dementia.
Episode Resources
The Lancet Co...
Boxes and Boxes of cereal - and gallons and gallons of milk - are just part of Battle Creek's annual National Cereal Fest. There is entertainment, vendors, the traditional parade - and even a special cereal sale.
Kellogg Arena's Kaycie Chrystan tells Community Matters all about the 2025 event and what's new for attendees.
Episode Resources
Cereal Fest
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show ho...
Honored in 2025 as the Star of the Year at the Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism, Calhoun County Visitors Bureau CEO Linda Freybler shares some perspective on visitors to our county.
Freybler also offers insight about what fills hotel rooms in Calhoun County, how Battle Creek's downtown landmark hotel opening has helped - and what makes our area an attractive location for conventions and event gatherings.
Episode Re...
Singer and musician Del Shannon - born Charles Westover about 80 miles away in Coopersville, Michigan - is said to have adopted Battle Creek as his hometown.
Hence, a growing celebration of the "Little Runaway" singer in the cereal city.
West Michigan historian, podcaster and board member of the Battle Creek Regional History Museum Michael Delaware returns to Community Matters to talk about the Del Shannon legacy - and what...
For the third year in a row, the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority has received a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to help move potentially contaminated land to new ownership.
The City of Albion and Battle Creek Community Foundation are partners on the project, which seeks to "...address sites that have sat vacant or underused for years," according to Krista Trout-Edwards, CCLBA executive director.
Click...
Cass County native Aric Nesbitt, the Michigan Senate Minority Leader, has announced his intent to run for governor in 2026.
Nesbitt, a conservative Republican, was first elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2010.
Nesbitt joins Community Matters to talk about what motivates his run and why.
Episode Resources
Michigan Senate Republicans: Sen. Aric Nesbitt
ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
Former WBCK Morning Show host Richar...
On this episode of Oaklawn Health Matters, psychologist Dr. John Tobin of Oaklawn Psychological and Psychiatric Services discusses some considerations for those considering seeing a therapist.
Among them, the indications it would be a good idea to see a therapist - along with some therapy benefits and what to consider in choosing a therapist.
Episode Resources
Oaklawn Hospital website and Psychological Services
About Oaklawn
Recognizing potential signs of dementia in a loved one can be stressful and even paralyzing. A person can be left wondering what to do next.
Miles for Memories has developed some guidance in this area with a resource card called "What's Next?".
In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories founder Sherii Sherban talks about the intended use of the card - and how it can help folks gain focus with su...
When thinking about military appreciation observances during the month of May, you may think first of Memorial Day.
While that is certainly true, we learn in this Community Matters discussion there are a lot more observances which constitute what is referred to as Military Appreciation Month.
Summit Pointe Veteran Navigator Michele Pascoe joins Community Matters to help us understand.
A planned meet-and-greet in April 2025 was supposed to give Battle Creek residents a chance to meet the finalists for city manager. That event was abruptly cancelled when one of the candidates withdrew from consideration.
The search was described as "paused", giving a chance for Battle Creek City Commissioners and the hired search consultants to regroup.
In this discussion, Mayor Mark Behnke and Vice Mayor Sherry Sofia disc...
Calhoun County Senior Services stages its annual Senior Expo to provide a one-stop resource event for those 60 and over.
Set for May 22, 2025 at Kellogg Arena, the free event features a number of demonstrations, give-a-ways and access to vendors who provide different services.
Rebecca de Finta shares more information in this discussion- including free parking and free transportation to and from the event.
Episode Resources
Calhoun...
Battle Creek's annual tradition - the Community Prayer Breakfast - seeks to bring all denominations together for a morning of inspiration and motivation.
In its 43rd year, the longtime coordinator of the event, Helen Royal, joins Community Matters to talk about history, her favorite memories of the event, and the 2025 contributors.
Episode Resources
43rd Annual Community Prayer Breakfast
In this Wiggly Tail update from the Humane Society of South Central Michigan, Lacy and Jessica join Community Matters to talk about three big things:
- Whisker Mixer Fundraiser: The annual event is a major fundraiser for the HSCCM. Donations still accepted.
- Work at HSSCM: Have a calling to work with animals? The Humane Society is looking for its next great team members.
- Sophie: The latest adoptable poster-pet of the month. She'...
Calhoun County does not generally have a significant amount of reported incidents of wrong-way drivers. But, many other counties do - particularly in higher-populated areas.
That's the word from Calhoun County Sheriff's Department Lt. Curtis Smith.
Still, an incident in spring 2025 involved a wrong-way driver on I-94 near Marshall, which resulted in a crash.
Lt. Smith joins Community Matters with advice for drivers on how to...
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