Episodes

  • Feeding the Those Who Are Food Insecure and Insuring that Families Stay Warm

    Feeding the Those Who Are Food Insecure and Insuring that Families Stay Warm
    Jul 12 2026
    June 12, 2026 ~ Royal Oak First United Methodist Church , a nonprofit faith community established in 1838 in Royal Oak, Michigan. The church strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of its neighbors, the community, and the world. Pastor Jeff Nelson joins Michigan Voices to talk about the church's commitment to providing meals to the needy. The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) is an independent nonprofit dedicated to providing energy assistance and supportive services that promote stability, self-sufficiency and dignity across the State of Michigan. Since its inception 40 years ago, THAW has remained a trusted resource, ensuring that Michigan’s most vulnerable residents remain safe in their homes. CEO Katrina McCree 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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    30 mins
  • Empowering Individuals with Disabilities and Helping Those with Blood Cancers Find Hope

    Empowering Individuals with Disabilities and Helping Those with Blood Cancers Find Hope
    Jul 5 2026
    July 5, 2026 ~ Dutton Farm is a Michigan-based nonprofit organization located in Rochester Hills, committed to empowering individuals with disabilities through employment training, job placement, and ongoing support services. Jenny Brown, CEO of Dutton Farm, joins Michigan Voices. Michigan, being in the Midwest, has among the highest blood cancer rates. A new diagnosis is made every 90 minutes, or 6,000 annually in Michigan alone. Blood cancer, due to its lengthy treatment protocols, is among the most expensive cancers to treat. Doug Campbell, president and CEO of the Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan, 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
  • Veteran Hospice Care and Mentoring Young People for Winning Futures

    Veteran Hospice Care and Mentoring Young People for Winning Futures
    Jun 28 2026
    June 28, 2026 ~ Winning Futures is a Metro Detroit nonprofit that empowers students to figure out what they’ll do after high school, overcome challenges, and achieve career success. Bryan Howard, chief program officer, and Kayla Lewis, college match manager for Winning Futures, join Michigan Voices. Hospice of Michigan believes in honoring the men and women who served our country, joining with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to care for our veterans at the end-of-life. 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 the Homeless and Offering a Lifeline to Those In a Mental Health Crisis

    Helping the Homeless and Offering a Lifeline to Those In a Mental Health Crisis
    Jun 21 2026
    June 21, 2026 ~ The Refuge Homeless Shelter and Restoration Center of Lapeer County assists people by providing temporary housing, food, clothing, help with obtaining personal identification, employment, transportation, referrals for housing assistance, counseling, educational, vocational, and basic life skills training. Andrea Henderson, Director of Operations, joins Michigan Voices. Kevin’s Song is a charitable organization dedicated to generating public awareness about the causes of suicide, its prevalence in our society, and possible preventive measures. As an organization, they offer education, knowledge, hope, and healing to individuals, families, and communities touched by suicide. Executive Director Jennifer Margaf 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
  • Local Organizations Keeps Good Food from Going to Waste and Helps Injured Veterans Find Wheelchairs

    Local Organizations Keeps Good Food from Going to Waste and Helps Injured Veterans Find Wheelchairs
    Jun 14 2026
    June 14, 2026 ~ In the United States, about 30–40% of the food supply is lost or wasted each year, which translates to roughly 103–194 million tons of food. Danielle Todd, the executive director of Make Food Not Waste, joins Michigan Voices to discuss how the organization is saving good food from going to landfills. Across the country and here in Michigan, thousands of our nation's veterans are facing daily challenges navigating mobility limitations caused by service-connected injuries. Many still encounter delays and barriers when trying to access the equipment they urgently need. Crystal Lee Laramore is the executive director of Wheelchairs for Warriors. 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
  • Helping Inspire Young Men and Foster Children

    Helping Inspire Young Men and Foster Children
    Jun 7 2026
    June 7, 2026 ~ Caught Up Mentoring was founded to inspire, mold, and empower young men to be productive members of society, giving them tools and resources to succeed as they enter into manhood. Founder and Executive Director Toson Knight says they are passionate about transforming the lives of young men from all walks of life, helping them become beacons of hope in their communities. Their programs have served over 300 men from low-income families in Detroit. Spaulding for Children is a private nonprofit child welfare agency founded in 1968 and based in Southfield. The organization works with states and agencies nationwide on foster care, adoption, and post-adoption. Melissa Jenovai, Spaulding CEO, joins Michigan Voices to talk about the need for foster homes for Michigan's ten thousand children who are in foster care. 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
  • Meeting the Needs of the Area Homeless and Inspiring the Human-Animal Bond

    Meeting the Needs of the Area Homeless and Inspiring the Human-Animal Bond
    May 31 2026
    May 31, 2026 ~ The Pope Francis Center provides holistic, transformational solutions to people experiencing homelessness. We envision a Detroit without homelessness, where every person has the resources for sustained stability. They operate a drop-in Day Center to meet basic needs for anyone seeking support and the Bridge Housing Campus, a residential transitional housing facility. President and CEO Fr. Tim McCabe joins Michigan Voices. The Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit is dedicated to the rescue, protection, and adoption of companion animals in need while inspiring the human-animal bond. Spokesperson Nova Zorok joins Michigan Voices to talk about their signature fundraiser, Pawchella. 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
  • Honoring Memorial Day Through the Eyes of Veteran Who Continues to Serve His Community and At the War Memorial

    Honoring Memorial Day Through the Eyes of Veteran Who Continues to Serve His Community and At the War Memorial
    May 24 2026
    May 24, 2026 ~ At the heart of The War Memorial is a deep commitment to honoring those who have served. Through year-round patriotic programming, commemorations, and gatherings, creating meaningful opportunities to recognize service, preserve history, and foster connection among veterans, their families, and the wider public. War Memorial spokesperson Alex Szwarc joins Michigan Voices After serving more than a decade in the U.S. Navy, Robert McCarty knew he wanted a career centered on helping others. His experience as an Aviation Rescue Swimmer — which included intensive medical training for water rescue operations — ultimately inspired him to pursue nursing. McCarty, a registered nurse at Henry Ford St. John Hospital, said many aspects of the job mirror his time in the military. McCarty 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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    24 mins