316 women are a part of the Grand Traverse area’s chapter of Impact 100, a female-driven group funding grants for programs and organizations looking to better our region.  With each member giving $1000, this year Impact will give away $316,000 in the form of three $105,333 grants, each going to a deserving applicant chosen by the Impact members.  Jody Lundquist-Trietch, Board President, joins us to talk about the process and how you can apply.

The Inaugural Michigan Brewers Guild Spring Beer Festival in Traverse City will be held Saturday, May 16 at Traverse City Pit Spitters’ Turtle Creek Stadium.  Scott Graham, Executive Director of the MBG, joins us to talk about the Guild, their state-wide beer events and more.

Opening this weekend at Old Town Playhouse, “Silent Sky” tells the true story of Henrietta Leavitt, the 19th Century astronomer who wasn’t even allowed to touch a telescope, but didn’t stop her from making groundbreaking discoveries about the universe that are still vital today. Director Phil Murphy and star Christy Burich (“Henrietta”) join us to talk about this incredible show.

Discussing his latest article for Bridge Magazine, reporter Mike Wilkinson joins us to talk about how Michigan school districts, including TCAPS, have made millions of dollars teaching home school students elective courses that critics say are taxpayer subsidized private lessons. 

Grand Traverse County Clerk Bonnie Scheele joins us to talk about Michigan’s “no reason absentee voting” and what to do if your candidate drops out of the race—or you want to change your absentee vote—before Election Day.

Ahead of tonight’s TC NewTech’s Meet-Up at City Opera House, we spoke with Executive Director Jennifer Szunko, Development Director Sarah Hunt and founder Russell Schindler, previewing the presenters and what to expect from this unique event.

Going over music-related stories from the past week with Jordan Anderson of Mr. Music DJs, featuring Adam Levine’s lackluster time in South America, what the ageing and road-weary crop of concert performers means for the music industry, and why Flava Flav isn’t Feeling The Bern.

President & CEO of Traverse City Tourism, Trevor Tkach joins us to talk about potential changes to the Iron Man route, local tourism in the wake of Pure Michigan funding cuts, and the ongoing short term rental debate.

Vice President of Operations at Pinnacle Truck Driver Training, Inc, Tim Baker joins us to discuss his recent trip to Lansing to advocate for post-high school training for those looking to start a career in the trades.

Special Programs Director for the National Cherry Festival, Bailey Judson joins us to talk about the upcoming Leapin’ Leprechaun 5k, concert announcements, festival planning and more.