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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
  • 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
  • Metro Detroit Businesswomen Network at a Special Event and Empty Bowls Returns to Eastern Market this Month

    Metro Detroit Businesswomen Network at a Special Event and Empty Bowls Returns to Eastern Market this Month
    Mar 15 2026
    Feb. 15, 2026 ~ The internationally recognized hunger-relief event Empty Bowls returns to Detroit for the first time in six years on March 27. Founded in Michigan by art educators, Empty Bowls began as a grassroots effort to engage students to creatively address hunger through handmade ceramic bowls and shared meals. Over the past three decades, it has grown into a worldwide movement, raising millions of dollars for local food-security organizations, one bowl at a time, while remaining deeply community-focused. Event co-organizer Tracey Priska joins Michigan Voices. BasBlue is a Detroit-based, place-centered platform dedicated to professional growth, entrepreneurship readiness, and community connection for women and non-binary individuals. Founded in 2021, BasBlue was created to close persistent gaps in network access, capital pathways, and inclusive professional space. BasBlue CEO Ellen Gilchrist 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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    25 mins
  • Helping Immigrant Families and Providing Prenatal Care

    Helping Immigrant Families and Providing Prenatal Care
    Mar 8 2026
    March 8, 2026 ~ The Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (CALC) was formed in 1961 when 20 refugee and immigrant women sought to support other families and individuals in rebuilding their lives. The founders’ legacy of helping others and restoring families provided the foundation of its mission today: to provide programs that guide, support, and empower individuals to achieve self-sufficiency with dignity and hope. CEO Melanie A Duquesnel joins Michigan Voices. Covenant Community Care announces the launch of its Centering Pregnancy program at the Covenant Moross location as part of its ongoing commitment to meet the needs of patients and families in the community, regardless of their ability to pay. The new program supports expectant mothers by combining prenatal care, education, and peer support in a welcoming group setting. Chief Clinical Officer Keri Urquhart 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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    25 mins
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