November 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Nick Nerbonne, Media/Digital/Industry Relations Director at Pure Michigan for this week's Pure Michigan Moment. They emphasize the importance of supporting local businesses in Michigan during the holiday season, noting that residents spent around $36.5 billion on out-of-state e-commerce in 2023. A Michigan Retailers Association study suggests that shifting just 10% of these online purchases to local businesses could boost the state economy by $1.5 billion and create over 15,000 jobs.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with business partner, Dean Erskine, Co-Owner, Lance & Erskine Communications and Producer Derek Laughlin. They discuss political reflections post-election, noting surprise at Trump’s popular vote win and appreciation for his conciliatory victory speech. Speculation about potential appointments in Trump’s administration is mentioned, alongside discussions on the Senate’s composition and implications for mid-term elections.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Prof. Ken Kollman, Frederick G. L. Huetwell Professor and Professor of Political Science at the University of Michigan / Research Professor at the Center for Political Studies (Institute for Social Research). The recent election highlighted several challenges for the Democratic Party, particularly with candidate Kamala Harris struggling to maintain voter turnout in key areas like Michigan’s Wayne and Oakland counties and around Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. White voters made up 71% of the electorate, with 55% supporting Donald Trump, while Harris secured 86% of the Black vote.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Greg Manz, Communications Director, Michigan House Republican Campaign Committee. In Michigan, Republicans have regained the majority in the House of Representatives after two years of Democratic control over both legislative chambers and the governor’s office. Greg Manz, Communications Director for the Michigan House Republican Campaign Committee, attributes this shift to their “Mission for Michigan” platform, focusing on issues like natural gas production, school safety, and economic affordability.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Psychotherapist Frank Rubino for this week's On The Couch. They emphasize the significance of quiet time and solitude for introspection and spiritual connection. Frank highlights the need for a distraction-free environment, suggesting that turning off devices and sitting in silence can help reduce anxiety and inspire creativity.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician at Blue Cross Blue shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan. Angela emphasizes that adolescents often adopt unnecessarily complex skincare routines influenced by social media. She recommends a simple regimen of gentle cleanser, light moisturizer, and sunscreen for most young people.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Lisa Grimmette, Community Banking Market Manager / VP, Old National Bank. They discuss banking fraud and lending trends following the election. Despite curiosity about interest rate changes, there wasn’t a noticeable increase in loan applications, with people continuing to seek loans for equity and cars amidst economic uncertainties. The Federal Reserve’s upcoming review of rates could affect bank rates quickly.

November 6, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with General Michael McDaniel, Brigadier General (Ret'd) / Associate Dean Emeritus

Professor & Director of Homeland Security Law Programs, Thomas M. Cooley Law School. They discuss the implications of a Trump presidency on national safety, focusing on immigration and domestic military use. General Michael McDaniel expresses concerns about using the military for domestic purposes, which hasn’t occurred since 1992, and stresses caution in balancing constitutional protections with safety.

November 5, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Jarrett Skorup, Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The Mackinac Center has released a wide array of reform ideas aimed at reducing living costs, boosting quality of life, improving government services and making it easier to do business in Michigan.

November 5, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with James David Dickson, Independent Journalist. A University of Michigan student who hails from China cast a ballot in Ann Arbor for the Presidential election and then self-reported he had done so. That vote now stands. Here's what needs to be done to protect our elections from illegal voting.