What the flock is a Flock camera?! 👀

This week on Grand Convos, we're diving into the increasingly controversial world of Flock cameras. What exactly are they? Why do police departments love them? What are they actually being used for? And why are people in our community raising some VERY serious concerns about them?

We're breaking down the good, the bad, the creepy, and the downright controversial—from stolen cars and crime-solving to privacy concerns, data sharing, immigration enforcement, and all the questions surrounding just how much of our daily driving should be tracked.

And because this is Grand Convos, obviously we take several completely unnecessary detours along the way. 😂

So buckle up, keep your license plate visible, and join us as we ask the question everyone's thinking:

WHAT THE FLOCK?!

Hopefully one of those cameras doesn't catch us yappin'...

Apparently, millennials have ruined everything. Chain restaurants. Homeownership. Napkins. The economy. Probably the dinosaurs, too.

This week on Grand Yappin', we're finally getting the chance to air our millennial grievances. Why do Boomers blame us for everything while Gen Z makes fun of us at the same time? Why are we still the unpaid IT department for our entire family? And can we please just enjoy skinny jeans and our side parts in peace?

From technology and college debt to buying a house, social media, work, and everything in between, we're breaking down the unique joys (and frustrations) of growing up in the generation that remembers both dial-up internet and TikTok.

It's nostalgic, it's mildly rage inducing, and it's full of the unnecessary tangents, giggles, and gumption you've come to expect from Grand Yappin'. Come vent with us—because if we're going to get blamed for everything, we might as well have fun talking about it.

You know the streets. You know the parks. You know the buildings. But…do you know WHO they're named after?

This week on Grand Convos, we're taking a closer look at the people behind some of Grand Rapids' most familiar names. From streets and neighborhoods to parks, buildings and landmarks, we're uncovering the stories behind the names we see every day.

Some of these people you'll recognize. Others? You might be thinking, "Wait…WHO is that?!"

We're sharing the history, the weird stories, the surprising connections and a few facts that will probably make you look at Grand Rapids a little differently the next time you're driving around town.

Basically, we're doing the research so you can say, "Oh yeah, I know who THAT was" the next time you pass the sign.

Come learn something with us—you might even leave the episode feeling slightly smarter than you did when you started.

This week on Grand Yappin', we're taking you on an emotional roller coaster...and honestly, we didn't even buy tickets.

First stop: the social media trends we absolutely cannot stand. The ones that make us want to throw our phones across the room, mute the internet, and ask, "Who started this?!"

But don't worry—we don't stay salty forever. We flip the script and end on a high note with the little things that instantly make life better. The videos, moments, and random joys that can turn a bad day around in seconds.

It's a journey with plenty of twists, turns, tangents, giggles, gumption, and everything in between. Because if there's one thing Grand Yappin' is good at...it's taking the scenic route.

Ope...we've got game for you! This week we're testing each other (and you) with Michigan or Made Up? One of us reads a word or phrase, and the other has to guess whether it's an actual Michigan saying, a Midwest classic, or something we totally made up.

From "party store" and "fudgie" to some absolutely ridiculous fake terms, we're celebrating the strange, charming, and sometimes confusing language of the Mitten State. Grab your Vernors, squeeze past someone with an "ope," and play along!

We also break down the words, the way we say them, and the communication that makes us uniquely Michigan...we even have a special GR category!

This week on Grand Yappin', we're diving into the wonderfully weird world of celebrity riders. What does your favorite celeb really demand backstage? Private chefs? Designer toilet paper? Bowls of candy with suspiciously specific rules? We break down some of the most outrageous requests and decide which ones are genius...and which ones are just plain extra.

Then we're asking the ultimate impossible question: if tomorrow was your last day, what would your final meal be? From comfort food to guilty pleasures (and a few controversial picks), we're serving up our dream menus.

Oh...and somehow we end up talking about turtle soup. Who thought that was a good idea?!

It's yappin', it's cappin'...or whatever the kids are saying these days. (We're definitely not cool enough to know.)

How Grand Rapids are you, really? In this episode, we're putting your local credentials to the test with the ultimate Grand Rapids checklist. From walking across the Blue Bridge and debating the best craft breweries to living by the famous "Be Nice." mantra and all the little quirks that make West Michigan unique, we're covering the traditions, places, and experiences that every true Grand Rapidian knows.

Along the way, we share plenty of laughs, nostalgic memories, and our own "just Grand Rapids things" that make this city feel like home. We also take a moment to honor a beloved Grand Rapids legend whose impact on the community won't soon be forgotten.

So grab your All Day IPA (or drink of choice!), settle in, and let's find out once and for all... just how Grand Rapids are you?

Why did no one tell us? This week on Grand Yappin, we’re sharing the things we learned embarrassingly late in life—from “mythical” creatures that turned out to be very real, to life hacks we somehow missed for decades. Plus, is your ceiling fan actually helping you cool down… or working against you? Join us for a very relatable episode full of late discoveries, questionable common knowledge, and plenty of “wait, WHAT?” moments.

The Acrisure Amphitheater is officially open, and Grand Rapids has opinions.

Some people love having major concerts downtown. Others say they can hear every song from miles away, and the late-night noise has become a real problem.

This week we're diving into both sides of the debate. Margaret shares her experience attending one of the first concerts, we unpack why the sound is traveling so much farther than expected, discuss the complaints about shows running past the 11 p.m. cutoff, and brainstorm a few ideas that could make everyone a little happier.

Because at the end of the day, every growing city has to answer the same question: How much inconvenience is worth it for progress?

Everyone has an opinion they're willing to defend forever, and this week we're sharing ours. From Diet Coke debates and everyday annoyances to bigger conversations about healthcare and everything in between, we're planting our flags and refusing to budge.

Are we right? Maybe. Are we changing our minds? Absolutely not. Grab a drink and join us for an episode full of hot takes, strong opinions, and plenty of yappin'.