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Radio Free Flint Podcast

526 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings

We present audio and video podcasts about life and culture in middle America. Our essays and life histories share the story of people in America's rust belt.This podcast is born of blue-collar, working-class values. Our podcast has its roots in the greater Flint area. We dedicate this podcast to the beleaguered town of Flint, Michigan, and communities like it across America.Our podcasts subjects include true crime, law, history, sports, arts & literature, and the Flint water crisis, and more. Our interviews focus on society and culture in middle America.

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#44 Gypsy Jazz Guitarist Remi Harris

September 14, 2020 18:43 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MB

Remi Harris is one of the most accomplished guitarist in the United Kingdom.  He grew up in the Midlands of England which has been fertile ground for world-class guitarist like Robert Plant, etc.  Some of his notable performances include the Montreal Jazz Festival, Buckingham Palace, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum (televised on BBC 4) and live on BBC Radio 2 & 3. He has received numerous British Jazz Awards for his work over the past 6 years. Remi's unique style draws in...

#44 British Gypsy Jazz Guitarist Remi Harris

September 14, 2020 18:43 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MB

Remi Harris is one of the most accomplished guitarist in the United Kingdom.  He grew up in the Midlands of England which has been fertile ground for world-class guitarist like Robert Plant, etc.  Some of his notable performances include the Montreal Jazz Festival, Buckingham Palace, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum (televised on BBC 4) and live on BBC Radio 2 & 3. He has received numerous British Jazz Awards for his work over the past 6 years. Remi's unique style draws in...

#43 Steve Dawes, UAW Director Region 1D: Labor Day Tribute 2020

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MB

Steve Dawes is a new UAW Regional Director and shares labor's goals and aspirations for the future.  He also shares his path to leadership in the UAW.  His work in Flint, Michigan has been vital to the area as the Michigan manufacturing workforce has been downsized in the era of globalization.  His work in the region which manufactures the America's best selling trucks is critical to the members and the people of Michigan. Steve Dawes was elected UAW Region 1D director Feb. 13, 2020, at a spe...

Labor Day Tribute: UAW Dir Steve Dawes

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

Steve Dawes is a new UAW Regional Director and shares labor's goals and aspirations for the future.  He also shares his path to leadership in the UAW.  His work in Flint, Michigan has been vital to the area as the Michigan manufacturing workforce has been downsized in the era of globalization.  His work in the region which manufactures the America's best selling trucks is critical to the members and the people of Michigan.Steve Dawes was elected UAW Region 1D director Feb. 13, 2020, at a spec...

Labor Day Tribute 2020: Steve Dawes, UAW Director Region 1D

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

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Steve Dawes, UAW Director Region 1D: Labor Day Tribute 2020

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 55.5 MB

Steve Dawes is a new UAW Regional Director and shares labor's goals and aspirations for the future.  He also shares his path to leadership in the UAW.  His work in Flint, Michigan has been vital to the area as the Michigan manufacturing workforce has been downsized in the era of globalization.  His work in the region which manufactures the America's best selling trucks is critical to the members and the people of Michigan. Steve Dawes was elected UAW Region 1D director Feb. 13, 2020, at a s...

Steve Dawes, UAW Director Region 1D: Labor Day Tribute #20043

September 07, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MB

Steve Dawes is a new UAW Regional Director and shares labor's goals and aspirations for the future.  He also shares his path to leadership in the UAW.  His work in Flint, Michigan has been vital to the area as the Michigan manufacturing workforce has been downsized in the era of globalization.  His work in the region which manufactures the America's best selling trucks is critical to the members and the people of Michigan. Steve Dawes was elected UAW Region 1D director Feb. 13, 2020, at a spe...

Michigan's Woodstock: Sherwood Forest #20042

September 05, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

The story of Sherwood Forest (Davison, Michigan) is an improbable one that is part of Rock and Roll History.  In the 1960's and 70's the popular Michigan music festival venue helped launch the careers of many of Michigan's emerging Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.  Bob Seger, Stevie Wonder, Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Ted Nugent, MC5, Sammie Hagar, REO Speedwagon, George Clinton, Blue Oyster Cult, Big Brother and the Holding Company,  and Chuck Berry all performed at Sherwood F...

#42 Michigan's Woodstock: Sherwood Forest

September 05, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

The story of Sherwood Forest (Davison, Michigan) is an improbable one that is part of Rock and Roll History.  In the 1960's and 70's the popular Michigan music festival venue helped launch the careers of many of Michigan's emerging Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.  Bob Seger, Stevie Wonder, Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Ted Nugent, MC5, Sammie Hagar, REO Speedwagon, George Clinton, Blue Oyster Cult, Big Brother and the Holding Company,  and Chuck Berry all performed at Sherwood ...

Michigan's Woodstock: Sherwood Forest

September 05, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

The story of Sherwood Forest (Davison, Michigan) is an improbable one that is part of Rock and Roll History.  In the 1960's and 70's the popular Michigan music festival venue helped launch the careers of many of Michigan's emerging Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.  Bob Seger, Stevie Wonder, Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Ted Nugent, MC5, Sammie Hagar, REO Speedwagon, George Clinton, Blue Oyster Cult, Big Brother and the Holding Company,  and Chuck Berry all performed at Sherwood ...

#41 Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. Author Barb Barton and her new film "WATER".

August 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

Barb Barton is the author of the book Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. As a lifelong Michigander and an endangered species biologist by training, Barton finds boundless inspiration in the region’s rich history. Manoomin traces the interwoven stories of the Anishinaabek, European colonizers, and the role native wild rice has had in shaping their shared histories. The first book of its kind, Manoomin won a 2018 Michigan History Award in the University Press/Commercial Press catego...

Wild Rice in Michigan with Author Barb Barton

August 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

Barb Barton is the author of the book Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. As a lifelong Michigander and an endangered species biologist by training, Barton finds boundless inspiration in the region’s rich history. Manoomin traces the interwoven stories of the Anishinaabek, European colonizers, and the role native wild rice has had in shaping their shared histories. The first book of its kind, Manoomin won a 2018 Michigan History Award in the University Press/Commercial Press categor...

Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. Author Barb Barton on her book and new film "WATER".

August 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

Barb Barton is the author of the book Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. As a lifelong Michigander and an endangered species biologist by training, Barton finds boundless inspiration in the region’s rich history. Manoomin traces the interwoven stories of the Anishinaabek, European colonizers, and the role native wild rice has had in shaping their shared histories. The first book of its kind, Manoomin won a 2018 Michigan History Award in the University Press/Commercial Press categor...

Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. Author Barb Barton #20041

August 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

Barb Barton is the author of the book Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. As a lifelong Michigander and an endangered species biologist by training, Barton finds boundless inspiration in the region’s rich history. Manoomin traces the interwoven stories of the Anishinaabek, European colonizers, and the role native wild rice has had in shaping their shared histories. The first book of its kind, Manoomin won a 2018 Michigan History Award in the University Press/Commercial Press categor...

The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan with Author Barb Barton #20041

August 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

Barb Barton is the author of the book Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan. As a lifelong Michigander and an endangered species biologist by training, Barton finds boundless inspiration in the region’s rich history. Manoomin traces the interwoven stories of the Anishinaabek, European colonizers, and the role native wild rice has had in shaping their shared histories. The first book of its kind, Manoomin won a 2018 Michigan History Award in the University Press/Commercial Press categor...

#40 Flint Filmmaker, Jeff Gibbs & Planet of the Humans

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and inte...

Environmental Activist Jeff Gibbs & Planet of the Humans

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and inte...

Flint's Documentary Filmmaker, Jeff Gibbs & Planet of the Humans

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and inte...

Flint Filmmaker, Jeff Gibbs & Planet of the Humans #20040

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and inte...

Flint Filmmaker, Jeff Gibbs & Planet of the Humans

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and int...

Planet of the Humans: A Movie About Surviving Climate Change

August 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Planet of the Humans has already been seen by over 10 million viewers world-wide!! Jeff Gibbs, a Flint native, is a successful documentary filmmaker. Jeff and his lifelong friend, Michael Moore recently released an eco-documentary movie, Planet of the Humans.  Jeff grew up in the Beecher area and graduated from Davison High School.  Jeff has worked on several of the most successful documentaries in the history of film. His work contributed to winning an Oscar along with many national and inte...

Flint's White Backlash: George Wallace, Don Williamson & Trump

August 16, 2020 09:00 - 22 minutes - 21.2 MB

Flint's blue collar workers have long led America's political rebellions. History tells us exactly why. My latest podcast examines Flint's blue collar voting history in Presidential elections since 1968. History reveals the common themes that attracted disaffected Flint's southern auto migrants to the presidential campaigns of Gov. George Wallace, Mayor Donald Williamson and President Donald Trump. The alienation of Flint's disaffected auto workers has consequences for America's political s...

Flint's White Backlash: George Wallace, Don Williamson & Trump #20039

August 16, 2020 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Flint's blue collar workers have long led America's political rebellions. History tells us exactly why. My latest podcast examines Flint's blue collar voting history in Presidential elections since 1968. History reveals the common themes that attracted disaffected Flint's southern auto migrants to the presidential campaigns of Gov. George Wallace, Mayor Donald Williamson and President Donald Trump. The alienation of Flint's disaffected auto workers has consequences for America's political sta...

#39 Flint's White Backlash: George Wallace, Don Williamson & Trump

August 16, 2020 09:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MB

Flint's blue collar workers have long led America's political rebellions. History tells us exactly why. My latest podcast examines Flint's blue collar voting history in Presidential elections since 1968. History reveals the common themes that attracted disaffected Flint's southern auto migrants to the presidential campaigns of Gov. George Wallace, Mayor Donald Williamson and President Donald Trump. The alienation of Flint's disaffected auto workers has consequences for America's political s...

Harpst's History of 1970's Flint, Crim Road Race, Mayor Rutherford and other tall tales.

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

Jon Harpst's History of Flint's Crim Road Race, Flint in the 1970's, the Mayor Rutherford era.

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

Jon Harpst's History of Flint's Crim Road Race, 1970's Flint & Mayor Rutherford #20038

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

Jon Harpst on the History of Flint's Crim Road Race, Flint in the 1970's, the Mayor Rutherford era.

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 58 minutes - 54.5 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

#38 Jon Harpst's History of Flint's Crim Road Race, Flint in the 1970's, the Mayor Rutherford era.

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

Harpst's History of 1970's Flint, Crim Road Race, Mayor Rutherford and other tall tales #20038

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

1970's Flint and Other Tall Tales: Jon Harpst

August 15, 2020 11:48 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Jon Harpst is a colorful figure in Flint's history.  Jon was instrumental in the beginnings of the Bobby Crim Road Race and getting it to locate in Flint.  He shares the early history of what has become one of the best long distance running events in America. Jon was the campaign manager for Flint's first elected Mayor, the late James Rutherford. He also served in the Rutherford administration as Director of Governmental Relations.  He was the chief lobbyist for the City of Flint during some ...

Super Lawyer Tom Pabst on Whistleblowers, Police Misconduct and Civil Rights

August 09, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Tom R. Pabst has dedicated his legal career to obtaining justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and those without a voice.  He is recognized by his peers as one of the best trial attorneys in Michigan.  He has obtained over a dozen million dollar jury awards for his clients in his career.As a trial attorney, Tom R. Pabst is recognized by Judges as being in the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan.  Trial experience includes over 80 major trials with substantial verdicts in the following...

Super Lawyer Tom Pabst on Whistleblowers, Police Misconduct and Civil Rights

August 09, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Tom R. Pabst has dedicated his legal career to obtaining justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and those without a voice.  He is recognized by his peers as one of the best trial attorneys in Michigan.  He has obtained over a dozen million dollar jury awards for his clients in his career.As a trial attorney, Tom R. Pabst is recognized by Judges as being in the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan.  Trial experience includes over 80 major trials with substantial verdicts in the following...

#37 Super Lawyer Tom Pabst on Whistleblowers, Police Misconduct and Jury Trials

August 09, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

Tom R. Pabst has dedicated his legal career to obtaining justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and those without a voice.  He is recognized by his peers as one of the best trial attorneys in Michigan.  He has obtained over a dozen million dollar jury awards for his clients in his career. As a trial attorney, Tom R. Pabst is recognized by Judges as being in the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan.  Trial experience includes over 80 major trials with substantial verdicts in the followin...

Super Lawyer Tom Pabst on Whistleblowers, Police Misconduct and Jury Trials #20037

August 09, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

Tom R. Pabst has dedicated his legal career to obtaining justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and those without a voice.  He is recognized by his peers as one of the best trial attorneys in Michigan.  He has obtained over a dozen million dollar jury awards for his clients in his career. As a trial attorney, Tom R. Pabst is recognized by Judges as being in the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan.  Trial experience includes over 80 major trials with substantial verdicts in the followin...

Super Lawyer Tom Pabst on Whistleblowers, Police Misconduct and Jury Trials

August 09, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

Tom R. Pabst has dedicated his legal career to obtaining justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and those without a voice.  He is recognized by his peers as one of the best trial attorneys in Michigan.  He has obtained over a dozen million dollar jury awards for his clients in his career. As a trial attorney, Tom R. Pabst is recognized by Judges as being in the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan.  Trial experience includes over 80 major trials with substantial verdicts in the followin...

State Rep Tim Sneller: Memories from a 30-Year Career in the Michigan Legislature #20036

August 06, 2020 13:19 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

With over three decades of experience, broad knowledge of both state and local government, and deep roots in the community, Representative Tim Sneller has hit the ground running in the Michigan House of Representatives and is working hard to serve his home community.Currently, Tim is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing the 50th House District, which includes the cities of Grand Blanc and Burton, as well as Grand Blanc and Mundy townships. He currently serves ...

State Rep Tim Sneller: Memories from a 30-Year Career in the Michigan Legislature

August 06, 2020 13:19 - 36 minutes - 34 MB

With over three decades of experience, broad knowledge of both state and local government, and deep roots in the community, Representative Tim Sneller has hit the ground running in the Michigan House of Representatives and is working hard to serve his home community. Currently, Tim is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing the 50th House District, which includes the cities of Grand Blanc and Burton, as well as Grand Blanc and Mundy townships. He currently serves...

#36 State Rep Tim Sneller: Memories from a 30-Year Career in the Michigan Legislature

August 06, 2020 13:19 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

With over three decades of experience, broad knowledge of both state and local government, and deep roots in the community, Representative Tim Sneller has hit the ground running in the Michigan House of Representatives and is working hard to serve his home community. Currently, Tim is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing the 50th House District, which includes the cities of Grand Blanc and Burton, as well as Grand Blanc and Mundy townships. He currently serves...

State Rep Tim Sneller: Stories from a 30-Year Career in the Michigan Legislature

August 06, 2020 13:19 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

With over three decades of experience, broad knowledge of both state and local government, and deep roots in the community, Representative Tim Sneller has hit the ground running in the Michigan House of Representatives and is working hard to serve his home community. Currently, Tim is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing the 50th House District, which includes the cities of Grand Blanc and Burton, as well as Grand Blanc and Mundy townships. He currently serv...

State Rep Tim Sneller: Storytelling about Flint area Legislators

August 02, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.4 MB

With over three decades of experience, broad knowledge of both state and local government, and deep roots in the community, Representative Tim Sneller has hit the ground running in the Michigan House of Representatives and is working hard to serve his home community. Currently, Tim is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing the 50th House District, which includes the cities of Grand Blanc and Burton, as well as Grand Blanc and Mundy townships. He currently serv...

Judge Herman Marable talks about his Career, Jury Service, Helping Kids

July 29, 2020 18:32 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MB

Judge Herman Marable has served 20 years on the 68th District Court bench.  Over that time he has been active in helping high school students through his charitable initiative : Judge Marable's Student of the Month.  He describes how he has helped mentor Flint area youth to attend college and set goals for themselves.  His program has worked in conjunction with James Madison College at Michigan State University to introduce Flint area students to the requirements of college.   Judge Marable...

Judge Herman Marable on his Career, Efforts to Help Kids in the Flint area

July 29, 2020 18:32 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Judge Herman Marable has served 20 years on the 68th District Court bench.  Over that time he has been active in helping high school students through his charitable initiative : Judge Marable's Student of the Month.  He describes how he has helped mentor Flint area youth to attend college and set goals for themselves.  His program has worked in conjunction with James Madison College at Michigan State University to introduce Flint area students to the requirements of college.  Judge Marable al...

#35 Judge Herman Marable on his Career, Efforts to Help Kids in the Flint area

July 29, 2020 18:32 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Judge Herman Marable has served 20 years on the 68th District Court bench.  Over that time he has been active in helping high school students through his charitable initiative : Judge Marable's Student of the Month.  He describes how he has helped mentor Flint area youth to attend college and set goals for themselves.  His program has worked in conjunction with James Madison College at Michigan State University to introduce Flint area students to the requirements of college.   Judge Marable a...

UM Star Paul Staroba on Bo Schembechler, Touchdowns at the "Big House"and the NFL

July 26, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Paul Staroba was a three-sport standout at St. Matthew High, he enjoyed an outstanding career at the University of Michigan and played several seasons in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns. Paul is a member of the Flint Area Sports Hall of Fame.  At St. Matthew, Staroba was All-State in football, basketball and track. He starred on the undefeated teams in football an basketball during his senior year of 1966-67. He started for Michigan at split end and also was the Wolverines' punter and led t...

#33 Flint's Paul Staroba on Bo Schembechler, Touchdowns at the "Big House"and the NFL

July 26, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Paul Staroba was a three-sport standout at St. Matthew High, he enjoyed an outstanding career at the University of Michigan and played several seasons in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns. Paul is a member of the Flint Area Sports Hall of Fame.  At St. Matthew, Staroba was All-State in football, basketball and track. He starred on the undefeated teams in football an basketball during his senior year of 1966-67. He started for Michigan at split end and also was the Wolverines' punter and led t...

Flint's Paul Staroba on Bo Schembechler, Touchdowns at the "Big House"and the NFL

July 26, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

Paul Staroba was a three-sport standout at St. Matthew High, he enjoyed an outstanding career at the University of Michigan and played several seasons in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns. Paul is a member of the Flint Area Sports Hall of Fame.  At St. Matthew, Staroba was All-State in football, basketball and track. He starred on the undefeated teams in football an basketball during his senior year of 1966-67. He started for Michigan at split end and also was the Wolverines' punter and led ...

Rep Sheryl Kennedy on Schools During Covid 19

July 23, 2020 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

State Representative Sheryl Kennedy (D-Davison) is a member of the Genesee County state legislative delegation.  Her career is off to an amazing start being named to a seat on the powerful House Appropriations Committee where she serves on subcommittees for School Aid & Education, Corrections and Agriculture.  Sheryl spent a career in education as a teacher in the Davison School District and later as a school administrator in Oakland County.   She has earned the trust of her colleagues as we...

Schools & Pandemic: Michigan State Rep Sheryl Kennedy Discusses the Plan

July 23, 2020 09:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MB

State Representative Sheryl Kennedy (D-Davison) is a member of the Genesee County state legislative delegation.  Her career is off to an amazing start being named to a seat on the powerful House Appropriations Committee where she serves on subcommittees for School Aid & Education, Corrections and Agriculture.  Sheryl spent a career in education as a teacher in the Davison School District and later as a school administrator in Oakland County.   She has earned the trust of her colleagues as wel...

Rep Sheryl Kennedy on Michigan Schools and Pandemic

July 23, 2020 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

State Representative Sheryl Kennedy (D-Davison) is a member of the Genesee County state legislative delegation.  Her career is off to an amazing start being named to a seat on the powerful House Appropriations Committee where she serves on subcommittees for School Aid & Education, Corrections and Agriculture.  Sheryl spent a career in education as a teacher in the Davison School District and later as a school administrator in Oakland County.   She has earned the trust of her colleagues as we...