Michigan Voices cover art

Michigan Voices

Michigan Voices

By: Cumulus Media Detroit
Listen for free

About this listen

 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
activate_mytile_page_redirect_t1
Episodes
  • Providing After School Programs and Volunteering at the Zoo

    Providing After School Programs and Volunteering at the Zoo
    May 9 2025
    May 11, 2025 ~ The Detroit Zoo’s volunteer program is a powerful way for people of all backgrounds to give back, make a difference for animals and the planet, and build meaningful connections. The volunteers' impact on animal care, education, and conservation, as well as the overall guest experience. Chrystal Bell, volunteer service manager, joins Michigan Voices. Erin Skene-Pratt, executive Director of the Michigan Afterschool Partnership, said the partnership credits out-of-school time programming for an effective strategy in helping at-risk students. Whether before or after school, these programs involve activities like athletics, STEM, arts, language, culture, and more, and ultimately helps foster a sense of belonging. For almost two decades, DBG has built deep connections with students and their families, measuring impact through annual evaluations and ongoing dialogue. This longitudinal approach allows them to understand each student’s unique journey – their challenges, opportunities, and dreams. Peter Feezey and Jessica Hauser from DBG join Michigan Voices.
    Show More Show Less
    26 mins
  • Helping Children Overcome Life Challenges and An Oakland County Jobs Program

    Helping Children Overcome Life Challenges and An Oakland County Jobs Program
    May 2 2025
    May 4, 2025 ~ The Children’s Center is home to many specialized clinical services. Desiree Jennings, Children's Center CEO, said the center leads the way in working with children who deal with behavioral, emotional, educational, intellectual, and developmental challenges or may have experienced trauma. The city of Pontiac announced it will collaborate with Oakland80 to launch a series of Career and Education Navigators from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Monday starting March 31 at Pontiac City Hall for job seekers and students. With a variety of beneficial resources for school and the job market, Rana Al-Igoe, Oakland80 administrator, said these services are offered at no cost through Oakland County and the American Rescue Plan Act.
    Show More Show Less
    29 mins
  • Providing Housing Services and Helping Autistic Residents

    Providing Housing Services and Helping Autistic Residents
    Apr 27 2025
    April 27, 2025 ~ Community & Home Supports, Inc. was founded in 2008 for the purpose of helping the Detroit community by providing services to residents of the City who are housing insecure or unhoused. CHS President and Executive Director John Stoyka joins the show to talk about who qualifies for assistance and how they can access that assistance. The Michigan Alliance for Autism, officially known as the Autism Alliance of Michigan, is a nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder. They focus on advocacy, support, and resources to help those touched by autism lead fulfilling lives. President and CEO Dr. Colleen Allen says the organization has served over 40,000 people throughout the state.
    Show More Show Less
    28 mins

What listeners say about Michigan Voices

Average Customer Ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.com.au reviews

Amazon Reviews
No Reviews are Available
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.