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Partners in Ministry: Mel Trotter & Degagé Unveil a New Vision for The Unhoused In Grand Rapids (11-23-25)
In this segment, host Phil Tower welcomes Chris Palusky, CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries, and Thelma Ensink, Executive Director of Degagé Ministries, t…
5 months, 1 week ago
To Die For: Beautiful Stories Behind Rosie Grant's Quest for Gravestone Recipes (11-16-25)
In this episode, West Michigan Weekend host Phil Tower welcomes Rosie Grant, author, digital archivist, and the passionate & tireless creator behind …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Stepping Into Independence: Inside Wedgwood’s New Audere Transitional Living Program (11-16-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower speaks with Dan Gowdy, President & CEO, Wedgwood Christian Services
Dan joined us on the program to discuss Wedgwood…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Sip, Savor, Support: A Preview of the 2025 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival (11-09-25)
In this episode, we welcome back Dawn Baker, Associate Festival Manager with The Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival, and Barbara A…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Breast Cancer Facts, Myths, and Hope: A Conversation with Trinity Health's Dr. Kristina Gaunt (11-09-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes Dr. Kristina Gaunt, MD, co-director of the Trinity Health Breast Center – Lakes Village, in Norton Shores. …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Previewing Lionheart Productions presentation of the musical "Matilda" (11-02-25)
In this episode, we welcome Jamie Evans —Director —and Miss Honey (Played by Rosie Tomlinson), the principals of the new presentation from Lionheart …
6 months ago
Gas Prices, Policy, and the Road Ahead: A Conversation with GasBuddy’s Patrick DeHaan (11-02-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes back to the program one of our favorite guests, Patrick DeHaan, the Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy.…
6 months ago
Saffron, Soul, and Story: Detroit Chef Omar Anani on Food with Purpose (10-26-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes Chef Omar Anani...a James Beard nominee and Chopped alum.
We spoke with him during his visit to Traverse C…
6 months ago
Shipwreck, Storm, and Legacy: Author John U. Bacon on "The Gales of November” (10-19-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes New York Times best-selling author, radio host, frequent national commentator, and public speaker, John U. …
6 months, 1 week ago
Celebrating Universal Design And Accessibility For All With Disability Advocates of Kent County (10-19-25)
In this episode, host Phil Tower talks with Dave Bulkowski, JD, Executive Director of Disability Advocates of Kent County.
Dave spoke with us about t…
6 months, 1 week ago