November 29, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Perry Seibert, Michigan Movie Critics Guild for this week's Talking Pictures. They discuss “Wicked,” a prequel to “The Wizard of Oz,” based on the successful Tony Award-winning musical. The story delves into the friendship between Glenda, the Good Witch, and the Wicked Witch of the West, exploring their personal journeys. While the film features notable performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, it is only part one of the narrative, ending at the halfway point of the play with the song “Defying Gravity.”

November 29, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Ashley Schafer, MSAA Executive Director. Support local businesses, find the perfect gifts and save money while enjoying the charm and holiday spirit of downtown Ann Arbor. Check out the new online holiday gift guide at mainstreetannarbor.org

November 28, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Grant Welch, Asst. Instructor and his students of the Ann Arbor Student Building Industry Program. The students are constructing a $700,000 home—the largest student-built house in Michigan. This initiative provides hands-on experience, with many graduates pursuing construction careers. Senior John-Claude Toviev mentors first-year students, while team leader Jupiter Grgics is involved in both home building and theater set construction. Students enjoy working collaboratively, rotating leadership roles to manage tasks effectively.

November 27, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with business partner, Dean Erskine, Co-Owner, Lance & Erskine Communications and Producer Derek Laughlin. Today's episode is all about Thanksgiving! Favorite traditions, best memories and even some heated stories from Lucy Ann. We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving! From Lucy Ann, Dean and Derek.

November 27, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Psychotherapist Frank Rubino for this week's On The Couch. Frank suggests that cultivating a thankful mindset can reduce stress, anxiety, and blood pressure while improving empathy, sleep, self-esteem, and resilience. He encourages individuals to focus on appreciating small joys in life, such as breathing fresh air, alongside major life aspects like health and relationships.

November 27, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dr. James Grant, VP and Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Recent research indicates that COVID-19 can both worsen complications for individuals with diabetes and potentially trigger the onset of diabetes in those infected. Dr. Grant explains that the virus may initiate an immune response that damages insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, creating a cycle where COVID-19 increases diabetes risk, while diabetes heightens vulnerability to severe COVID-19 complications.

November 27, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Cathy Smith, The Massage Center for this week's Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Report. Cathy underscores the importance of self-care, particularly post-pandemic, as stress often accumulates in the neck and shoulders, leading to headaches and discomfort. Cathy offers various massage techniques, including therapeutic, prenatal, warm bamboo, herbal poultice, craniosacral therapy, and hot stone massage.

November 27, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Beverly Hill, Dexter Historical Society. Visit this wonderful historic home and enjoy the beautiful holiday decorations. Explore the Christmas Village Collection, a magical display of Milt Campbell’s huge collection of Department 56 villages. This collection was traditionally seen in the windows of Huron Camera in downtown Dexter throughout the holiday season, and it remains a favorite activity for families.

November 26, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Erica Chappell, General Manager, Briarwood Mall and Kelsey Luha, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Briarwood Mall. Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor is expanding with new stores and mixed-use developments as it adapts to changing retail trends. This holiday season, the mall is introducing a 24-hour Planet Fitness, Latte Factory coffee shop, and Shimmy V, a Korean brand for young consumers. The former Sears location is being redeveloped into Harvest Market, a gourmet grocery store, alongside a residential building and additional retail spaces, creating a “mini city” with community amenities like green spaces for events.

November 26, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dan Chlebos, Asst. Professor of Justice & Public Policy / Former Police Chief and David Ostrem, Traffic Crash and Product Liability Investigator for this week's Beyond The Courtroom. Ostrom outlines his systematic approach to accident investigation, focusing on the driver, vehicle, and roadway as key components, emphasizing how failures in these areas often lead to crashes. A highlighted case involves an intoxicated driver and a downed tree, illustrating the need for thorough fact-gathering, including vehicle event data and public records. The discussion covers technological advancements that have transformed investigative methods, such as digital photography and drones, while noting challenges like data retrieval from damaged vehicles.