A fast- paced discussion of Delta Variant, Breakthrough Infections, Gain-of-Function, Vaccine Success & Side Effects, with Dr. James Baker of Michigan Medicine.

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Rich talks with the founder of the Educational Travel Alliance, Michael Eizenberg, about the history of Cuba, and the politics of the US/Cuban relationship for the last 150 years.  They discuss what may be the causes of the current strife in Cuba and what might be done to help.

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Rich brings back healthcare expert and consultant, Nathan Kaufman, Managing Director of Kaufman Strategic Advisors.  Rich and Nate talk about the current policy issues surrounding healthcare, and why the United States' approach to health insurance, care, and finance, are  woefully inadequate in today's landscape.

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Rich continues his analysis of what he considers the three flawed pillars that are driving division and misinformation in our country today; The Republican Party, The Democratic Party, and Mainstream Media.

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Rich talks with Frank Supovitz, who for over 30 years, has been the producer of some of the world's most prestigious, widely-viewed, and most well-attended sports and entertainment events.  Frank is the host of the When Things Go Wrong podcast and author of What to Do When Things Go Wrong and The Sports Event Management & Marketing Playbook, the definitive textbook used by sports business professionals and universities across the globe for more than a decade.  

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Rich releases his weekly episode a few days early this week in honor of Independence Day.  He takes some time to reflect on why we still should celebrate our nation's birthday even though our history has been imperfect.

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Rich talks about the science of climate with Dr. Judith Curry.  Dr. Curry explains how politics have clouded solid scientific-based climate policy over the last few decades, and why that needs to change going forward if we're going to rationally address hunger, clean water supply, and energy..

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Rich talks with actor, producer, playwright, and musician, Jeff Daniels about live theater, movies, and the importance of the arts in general post Covid, and what it will take to get live entertainment back on stage in front of live audiences.

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Rich invites Westland, Michigan Mayor, Bill Wild to The Common Bridge.  They talk about issues facing local governments, and how state and federal policies can impact decision making.  Westland is Michigan's tenth largest city and it's a fascinating conversation that goes from finance to policing, to Covid, and more.

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Rich talks with veteran telehealth executive, CJ Mark about the growth of Telehealth in the last decade.  They discuss the issues surrounding Telehealth, and how Covid has accelerated the importance of remote medical care.

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