December 22, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Carrianne Ausmus, Development Manager as well as Sandy Williams, Executive Director with Foundations Preschool for this week's Ann Arbor/ Ypsilanti Regional Chamber of Commerce Report! Foundations Preschool, a non-profit, offers free and reduced-cost childcare and family support for low-income families in Washtenaw County. They are known for providing high-quality early childhood education and aim to ensure children start kindergarten on par with their peers. They also provide support for families by addressing needs like food, health care, and stable housing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 22, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Mark Munzenberger, Financial Education Manager, and Nicole Bernacik, Financial Education Specialist with the University of Michigan Credit Union. Many savings accounts offer low-interest rates. They discuss highlights four products that can help people earn more. These include Certificates of Deposit (CDs), US Treasury Bonds, Money Market Accounts, and High-Yield Savings Accounts, all offering higher interest while keeping money safe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 22, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined weekly by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan. Andy recommends researching healthcare costs for tests and procedures, similar to holiday shopping. Members can find in-network providers and cost estimates on bcbsm.com under “Find Care.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 19, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Dr. Marschall Runge, Ret'd. CEO, Michigan Medicine / Author, The Great Health Care Disruption. In The Great Healthcare Disruption, physician-scientist and former Michigan Medicine CEO Dr. Marschall Runge breaks down the tectonic shifts — from Big Tech to bold policy reforms — reshaping everything from primary care to payment models. With insider experience and a balanced, boots-on-the-ground perspective, Dr. Runge shows how the convergence of AI, retail medicine, breakthrough drugs and virtual care is rewriting the rules of American healthcare in real time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 19, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Wendy Welch with the Humane Society of Huron Valley for The Weekly Wag! Wendy introduces Pythagoras, a three-year-old New Zealand red rabbit, as the pet of the week. Pythagoras is litter-trained, enjoys being petted, and has a lifespan of about eight years, making him a good choice for those seeking a shorter commitment. Go to HSHV.org! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 19, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Michael Bright , Assistant Calendar Editor, Ann Arbor Observer for a look at the weekend events ahead! Michael highlights various events from plays and ballets to concerts and outdoor activities; Theatre Nova’s “DJ Whittington’s Cool Cat,” a hip-hop panto, and the Purple Rose Theatre’s “Norma and Wanda.” Other events include the Nutcracker ballet, the Holiday Pops concert, a winter walk at Independence Lake, and a jazz show featuring Maurice Mobetta Brown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 19, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Perry Seibert weekly for Talking Pictures! They review "Is This Thing On," starring Will Arnett as a man who discovers stand-up comedy during a midlife crisis. Seibert praises director Bradley Cooper’s choice to tell a smaller, more personal story after his previous larger-scale films, highlighting the movie’s focus on self-expression over fame. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 19, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Ashley Schafer, Executive Director, Main Street Area Association. They give some last minute gift ideas from the wonderful shops downtown Ann Arbor, shop local and put a smile on the receiver's' face! Visit mainstreetannarbor.org! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 18, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Washtenaw County Administrator Gregory Dill; County Commission Chair Katie Scott, Democrat-District 9 (Ann Arbor); County Commissioner Justin Hodge, D-District 5 (Ypsilanti Twp). Earlier this month, the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution to take control of the Human Resources functions of the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, citing reports of misconduct. We previously talked with Sheriff Dyer, who denies any mismanagement in her office. Now County leadership joins me in studio to give us an update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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December 18, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Clark Bradley, Owner - Griswold’s Outdoor Lighting for this week's Around The Home with The Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor! This family-owned company out of Brighton, Michigan installs permanent, app-controlled track lighting on homes and businesses across southeast Michigan, including holiday lights. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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