https://simplecast.com The Capital Report “The Capital Report” brings you the latest on Michigan’s legislative landscape. Join Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds every Wednesday as they speak with civic, business, and community leaders to discover what’s behind the ideas being discussed in Lansing, and the ways in which they might impact our Great Lakes State. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of insightful perspectives and lively conversations on the proposals that are looking to shape Michigan’s future! 2024 ~ Cumulus Media en Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:33:56 +0000 https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com The Capital Report https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/51e42878-f1e7-4a15-8016-b011524d9dac/4597c604-29b5-4507-838a-4e52138c2ffa/3000x3000/thecapitalreportpodtile061324.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com episodic “The Capital Report” brings you the latest on Michigan’s legislative landscape. Join Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds every Wednesday as they speak with civic, business, and community leaders to discover what’s behind the ideas being discussed in Lansing, and the ways in which they might impact our Great Lakes State. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of insightful perspectives and lively conversations on the proposals that are looking to shape Michigan’s future! Cumulus Media Detroit false https://feeds.simplecast.com/FXILpceJ Cumulus Media curtis.paul@cumulus.com e350dbc0-afc7-4332-9ab1-066a9f7e60de Kratom: Michigan’s Latest Buzzkill or a Much-Needed Chill Pill? Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/kratom-michigans-latest-buzzkill-or-a-much-needed-chill-pill-DuFx3EcU Kratom: Michigan’s Latest Buzzkill or a Much-Needed Chill Pill? Cumulus Media 00:08:14 March 25, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Representative Cam Cavitt. Cavitt discusses the Michigan House’s vote to ban Kratom. He explains why the ban makes the state safer. March 25, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Representative Cam Cavitt. Cavitt discusses the Michigan House’s vote to ban Kratom. He explains why the ban makes the state safer. false full 68 6cd03a40-1599-4c8d-9aec-e32024a51813 Cargo Caper Chaos: When Goods Go Wild! Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/cargo-caper-chaos-when-goods-go-wild-jFA_RoX1 Cargo Caper Chaos: When Goods Go Wild! Cumulus Media 00:07:50 March 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss cargo theft with State Representative Mike Harris. Harris explains the financial and public safety impacts of organized cargo theft. March 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss cargo theft with State Representative Mike Harris. Harris explains the financial and public safety impacts of organized cargo theft. false full 67 a233a685-8607-469f-b017-40269d5498af Got Milk? Michigan Lawmakers Mull Raw Milk Sales Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/got-milk-michigan-lawmakers-mull-raw-milk-sales-d0IF1I_f Got Milk? Michigan Lawmakers Mull Raw Milk Sales Cumulus Media 00:08:22 March 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Representative Matt Maddock about potential changes in Michigan's raw milk laws. March 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Representative Matt Maddock about potential changes in Michigan's raw milk laws. false full 66 7c9d22cc-66f6-4e32-a497-1a5b68e78cae Michigan Funds for Selfridge Air National Guard Base Wed, 4 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-funds-for-selfridge-air-national-guard-base-MzP84_x3 Michigan Funds for Selfridge Air National Guard Base Cumulus Media 00:09:51 March 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds spoke with State Representative Alicia St. Germaine about $152 million for Selfridge Air National Guard Base. This supports new fighter jet missions and local economic growth. March 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds spoke with State Representative Alicia St. Germaine about $152 million for Selfridge Air National Guard Base. This supports new fighter jet missions and local economic growth. false full 65 61a8fff0-e22a-43fe-ad60-59f8a516cc97 Bottle Battle: Should Michigan Ditch the Deposit? Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/bottle-battle-should-michigan-ditch-the-deposit-OQPdQDMg Bottle Battle: Should Michigan Ditch the Deposit? Cumulus Media 00:08:25 Feb. 25, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discussed Michigan’s bottle bill. President and CEO of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association Bill Wild argued for repealing the law, citing retailer burdens and declining participation. Feb. 25, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discussed Michigan’s bottle bill. President and CEO of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association Bill Wild argued for repealing the law, citing retailer burdens and declining participation. false full 64 e1bac0da-e98c-4dc5-bc31-7623b274154c Whitmer’s Budget Plan: Senator Nesbitt Says, “No More Taxes!” Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/whitmers-budget-plan-senator-nesbitt-says-no-more-taxes-RzfpTLpd Whitmer’s Budget Plan: Senator Nesbitt Says, “No More Taxes!” Cumulus Media 00:06:45 Feb. 18, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds and Lloyd Jackson speak with Senator Aric Nesbitt. Nesbitt discusses Governor Whitmer’s proposed budget, focusing on tax increases and government spending. He highlights concerns about Michigan’s economy and education. Feb. 18, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds and Lloyd Jackson speak with Senator Aric Nesbitt. Nesbitt discusses Governor Whitmer’s proposed budget, focusing on tax increases and government spending. He highlights concerns about Michigan’s economy and education. false full 63 a3dd8d80-868b-4c06-9f49-1ae5eec3c022 No More Classroom Call-Screening: Michigan Bans Phones! Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/no-more-classroom-call-screening-michigan-bans-phones-fGHkBTPt No More Classroom Call-Screening: Michigan Bans Phones! Cumulus Media 00:07:50 Feb. 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with State Representative Mark Tisdale. They discussed new legislation banning smartphones in classrooms, effective next school year. Tisdale highlighted the positive impact on student success. Feb. 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with State Representative Mark Tisdale. They discussed new legislation banning smartphones in classrooms, effective next school year. Tisdale highlighted the positive impact on student success. false full 62 098f2434-41c4-40e5-9ac7-228654637b19 Michigan’s Drone Zone: High-Flying Tech Lands Up North! Wed, 4 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigans-drone-zone-high-flying-tech-lands-up-north-ipSBBOzY Michigan’s Drone Zone: High-Flying Tech Lands Up North! Cumulus Media 00:04:37 Feb. 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jon Roth, a Michigan state representative. They discussed Michigan’s new drone technology expansion at the Michigan War Fighting Center. Feb. 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jon Roth, a Michigan state representative. They discussed Michigan’s new drone technology expansion at the Michigan War Fighting Center. false full 61 dc1958f9-ac27-4930-9b0e-0287b7cafa3b Courthouse Clash: Michigan’s ICE Ban Freeze Out! Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/courthouse-clash-michigans-ice-ban-freeze-out-UsUBG4Xr Courthouse Clash: Michigan’s ICE Ban Freeze Out! Cumulus Media 00:07:40 Jan. 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds speak with Representative Bradley Slagh, House Corrections and Judiciary Budget Subcommittees Chair, about the proposed ban on ICE actions in Michigan courthouses. Jan. 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds speak with Representative Bradley Slagh, House Corrections and Judiciary Budget Subcommittees Chair, about the proposed ban on ICE actions in Michigan courthouses. false full 60 e71edd0a-8ccf-4352-96d1-f9a7de27518e Ditch the Scroll, Ace the Roll: Michigan’s Smartphone Showdown Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/ditch-the-scroll-ace-the-roll-michigans-smartphone-showdown-cQKNyLWR Ditch the Scroll, Ace the Roll: Michigan’s Smartphone Showdown Cumulus Media 00:08:00 Jan. 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discuss State Representative Mark Tisdel’s bill. This bill bans smartphones in Michigan schools during class, aiming to improve focus and reduce drama among students. Jan. 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discuss State Representative Mark Tisdel’s bill. This bill bans smartphones in Michigan schools during class, aiming to improve focus and reduce drama among students. false full 59 3f5be4ee-5523-4af2-a361-c073251ce16e Lansing’s Legislative Look-Ahead: Bills, Budgets, and Battling Drones! Wed, 7 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/lansings-legislative-look-ahead-bills-budgets-and-battling-drones-j8_iAhq_ Lansing’s Legislative Look-Ahead: Bills, Budgets, and Battling Drones! Cumulus Media 00:07:40 Jan. 7, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds, Chris Renwick, and Lloyd Jackson discuss Lansing’s new year. State Representative Mike Harris, Michigan’s 52nd District, shares his legislative priorities, including affordability, drone defense, and fraud prevention. Jan. 7, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds, Chris Renwick, and Lloyd Jackson discuss Lansing’s new year. State Representative Mike Harris, Michigan’s 52nd District, shares his legislative priorities, including affordability, drone defense, and fraud prevention. false full 58 123213cd-a450-43a7-8bf3-29b775e126e1 2025 Wrap Up of Michigan Politics Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/2025-wrap-up-of-michigan-politics-0l_lakWh 2025 Wrap Up of Michigan Politics Cumulus Media 00:07:26 Dec. 17, 2025 ~ Bill Ballenger, political analyst and founder of The Ballenger Report, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to recap 2025 Michigan politics and look ahead to 2026. Dec. 17, 2025 ~ Bill Ballenger, political analyst and founder of The Ballenger Report, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to recap 2025 Michigan politics and look ahead to 2026. false full 57 459064f3-e4bf-4010-898c-fd438846ce5f Michigan Senate Passes Bill to Double Developers’ Tax Withholding Incentives Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-senate-passes-bill-to-double-developers-tax-withholding-incentives-YwHFZ40C Michigan Senate Passes Bill to Double Developers’ Tax Withholding Incentives Cumulus Media 00:06:23 December 10, 2025 ~ Craig Mauger, state politics reporter at The Detroit News, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Michigan Senate approving a bill that would more than double the amount of tax withholding that state officials can allow developers to keep for projects. December 10, 2025 ~ Craig Mauger, state politics reporter at The Detroit News, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Michigan Senate approving a bill that would more than double the amount of tax withholding that state officials can allow developers to keep for projects. false full 56 b8d8f8ec-932e-4684-a9bb-c60e05d91311 Rep. Mark Tisdel Pushes for Age Verification for Minors on Social Media Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/rep-mark-tisdel-pushes-for-age-verification-for-minors-on-social-media-SfDT_ALw Rep. Mark Tisdel Pushes for Age Verification for Minors on Social Media Cumulus Media 00:10:49 November 26, 2025 ~ Rep. Mark Tisdel joins Chris and Jamie to discuss his proposed legislation to place age verifications on minors on social media. November 26, 2025 ~ Rep. Mark Tisdel joins Chris and Jamie to discuss his proposed legislation to place age verifications on minors on social media. false full 55 284032f2-cbc9-4e73-8581-8f962985bb7d Michigan Senate Greenlights Increased Hunting and Fishing Fees Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-senate-greenlights-increased-hunting-and-fishing-fees-oXp8Sx38 Michigan Senate Greenlights Increased Hunting and Fishing Fees Cumulus Media 00:04:18 Nov. 19, 2025 ~ Senator John Cherry (D-Flint) joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Senate passing legislation to increase fees for hunting and fishing. Nov. 19, 2025 ~ Senator John Cherry (D-Flint) joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Senate passing legislation to increase fees for hunting and fishing. false full 54 41089db6-58b5-40ac-93d8-33fe14fda9b8 Michigan Senate Forced Out Two Longtime GOP Staffers Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-senate-forced-out-two-longtime-gop-staffers-aIVT44ig Michigan Senate Forced Out Two Longtime GOP Staffers Cumulus Media 00:07:29 Nov. 12, 2025 ~ Michigan Senator Lana Theis joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Senate forcing out two longtime GOP staffers of their jobs, including one under Senator Theis, due to a petition-gathering firm they founded two years earlier. Nov. 12, 2025 ~ Michigan Senator Lana Theis joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Senate forcing out two longtime GOP staffers of their jobs, including one under Senator Theis, due to a petition-gathering firm they founded two years earlier. false full 53 3b660c64-2651-4e05-b301-6a3e927412f9 Michigan Lawmakers Look to Move Away from MEDC Wed, 5 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-lawmakers-look-to-move-away-from-medc-GupQoFXW Michigan Lawmakers Look to Move Away from MEDC Cumulus Media 00:08:01 Nov. 5, 2025 ~ Chris and Jamie are joined by Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall to discuss Michigan lawmakers wanting potential new job initiatives to be based outside of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Nov. 5, 2025 ~ Chris and Jamie are joined by Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall to discuss Michigan lawmakers wanting potential new job initiatives to be based outside of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. false full 52 196de59e-7b80-4ac1-b3b3-6669dfaa9868 Nine Passed Bills Must be Presented to Michigan Governor for Signature Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/nine-passed-bills-must-be-presented-to-michigan-governor-for-signature-yB7JykOg Nine Passed Bills Must be Presented to Michigan Governor for Signature Cumulus Media 00:08:10 Oct. 29, 2025 ~ Beth LeBlanc, The Detroit News reporter, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Michigan House needing to present nine bills passed from the last session to the governor for her signature according to an appellate court panel. Oct. 29, 2025 ~ Beth LeBlanc, The Detroit News reporter, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the Michigan House needing to present nine bills passed from the last session to the governor for her signature according to an appellate court panel. false full 51 e8f70cd6-dff9-4cd6-9c76-2d0eefcd1fd6 Apprentices in Building Trades Now Earn College Credit Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/apprentices-in-building-trades-now-earn-college-credit-irJQW0ZQ Apprentices in Building Trades Now Earn College Credit Cumulus Media 00:07:14 Oct. 22, 2025 ~ Jessica Brousseau, executive director of the Michigan Workforce Development Board and LEO chief of staff, joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss apprentices now being able to earn college credit for the training they complete on the job. Oct. 22, 2025 ~ Jessica Brousseau, executive director of the Michigan Workforce Development Board and LEO chief of staff, joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss apprentices now being able to earn college credit for the training they complete on the job. false full 50 221f2743-653d-403e-9b34-b48013f0c0ad Michigan Workers Eligible for Tax Relief Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-workers-eligible-for-tax-relief-YzvSGfAM Michigan Workers Eligible for Tax Relief Cumulus Media 00:07:55 Oct. 15, 2025 ~ Rep. Joe Aragona joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss tips and overtime workers will receive a major tax relief through the recently enacted state budget. Oct. 15, 2025 ~ Rep. Joe Aragona joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss tips and overtime workers will receive a major tax relief through the recently enacted state budget. false full 49 0a72869e-329f-4b0b-84c9-44184e1612d5 New State Budget Eliminates Funding for Autism Programs Wed, 8 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/new-state-budget-eliminates-funding-for-autism-programs-769jCKtL New State Budget Eliminates Funding for Autism Programs Cumulus Media 00:08:12 Oct. 8, 2025 ~ Colleen Allen, president and CEO of Autism Alliance of Michigan, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the new state budget eliminating a decade-long program helping families and adults dealing with autism. Oct. 8, 2025 ~ Colleen Allen, president and CEO of Autism Alliance of Michigan, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the new state budget eliminating a decade-long program helping families and adults dealing with autism. false full 48 0e2ff74f-0f63-4c7f-822a-e6da6fefbc3c Congresswoman Debbie Dingell on the Federal Government Shutdown Wed, 1 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/congresswoman-debbie-dingell-on-the-federal-government-shutdown-ZezjYnaG Congresswoman Debbie Dingell on the Federal Government Shutdown Cumulus Media 00:08:08 Oct. 1, 2025 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the federal government shutdown and what's the hold back from getting a budget passed. Oct. 1, 2025 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the federal government shutdown and what's the hold back from getting a budget passed. false full 47 5d98f33e-1774-490f-ad12-b3eacc44a3f3 Senator Hertel Introduces the Building Block Bills Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/senator-hertel-introduces-the-building-block-bills-hE0QNLou Senator Hertel Introduces the Building Block Bills Cumulus Media 00:08:56 Sept. 24, 2025 ~ Senator Kevin Hertel and Abby Jacobs, Chamber of Mothers local chapter, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to talk about the Building Blocks bill package introduced by Senate Democrats, a bold solution to deliver economic relief to Michigan parents statewide. Sept. 24, 2025 ~ Senator Kevin Hertel and Abby Jacobs, Chamber of Mothers local chapter, joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to talk about the Building Blocks bill package introduced by Senate Democrats, a bold solution to deliver economic relief to Michigan parents statewide. false full 46 c7d6b12b-c0ef-46a8-b242-cd8fe765532f Will the Michigan Government Shutdown? Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/will-the-michigan-government-shutdown-waUuXi4u Will the Michigan Government Shutdown? Cumulus Media 00:07:50 September 17, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Bill Ballenger, founder of Inside Michigan Politics and political analyst on The Ballenger Report, about a potential shutdown of the state government next month and the potential repercussions it may have across Michigan. September 17, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Bill Ballenger, founder of Inside Michigan Politics and political analyst on The Ballenger Report, about a potential shutdown of the state government next month and the potential repercussions it may have across Michigan. false full 45 03172ad9-e8cc-4143-acec-9b8b4711e3ec Lansing Takes New Approach to Homelessness Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/lansing-takes-new-approach-to-homelessness-jYf_2inT Lansing Takes New Approach to Homelessness Cumulus Media 00:07:36 September 10, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Nick Cook, director of public policy for the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness, about the Lansing city council taking a new approach to homelessness by introducing housing pods. September 10, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Nick Cook, director of public policy for the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness, about the Lansing city council taking a new approach to homelessness by introducing housing pods. false full 44 4b3f5539-d71d-4a4b-ad3a-49726ea66f5b One Month till Potential Michigan Government Shutdown Wed, 3 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/one-month-till-potential-michigan-government-shutdown-al5y3ven-LbCR878V One Month till Potential Michigan Government Shutdown Cumulus Media 00:08:06 Sept. 3, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the work being done over the next month as Michigan leaders attempt to avert a state government shutdown as they come back from the summer recess. Sept. 3, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the work being done over the next month as Michigan leaders attempt to avert a state government shutdown as they come back from the summer recess. false full 43 40e91592-52dd-4970-a7b8-8812a515fed2 Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney Pushes for Child Support Specialty Court Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/macomb-county-prosecuting-attorney-pushes-for-child-support-specialty-court-1OR3kAg8 Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney Pushes for Child Support Specialty Court Cumulus Media 00:08:29 August 27, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney Pete Lucido about his push to address the heavy burden of unpaid child support in Michigan, with $312 million in Macomb County alone. August 27, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney Pete Lucido about his push to address the heavy burden of unpaid child support in Michigan, with $312 million in Macomb County alone. false full 41 34ec6258-0bd4-4c7f-8e4f-c4064932d1d1 Michigan House Republicans Prepare to Unveil Fiscal State Budget Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-house-republicans-prepare-to-unveil-fiscal-state-budget-tVRC8Pdm Michigan House Republicans Prepare to Unveil Fiscal State Budget Cumulus Media 00:07:16 Aug. 20, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin talks with "'JR Morning" about the House Republicans preparing to release their state budget, aiming for fiscal responsibility by considering taxpayers over special interests. Aug. 20, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin talks with "'JR Morning" about the House Republicans preparing to release their state budget, aiming for fiscal responsibility by considering taxpayers over special interests. false full 40 2a1c1250-4a6d-42d1-a21b-7450e91db6b2 Attorney General Investigating $20 Million Grant By MEDC Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/attorney-general-investigating-20-million-grant-by-medc-X2a_7dG_ Attorney General Investigating $20 Million Grant By MEDC Cumulus Media 00:08:06 Aug. 13, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin joins "'JR Morning" to discuss Michigan Attorney General's investigation into a $20 million grant by the MEDC, raising concerns about accountability and transparency. Aug. 13, 2025 ~ Rep. Ann Bollin joins "'JR Morning" to discuss Michigan Attorney General's investigation into a $20 million grant by the MEDC, raising concerns about accountability and transparency. false full 36 a951bf8c-605d-4323-8b37-769c5abfd9ce Michigan's Push to Change the State's Amber Alert System Wed, 6 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigans-push-to-change-the-states-amber-alert-system-XB8BfbII Michigan's Push to Change the State's Amber Alert System Cumulus Media 00:08:11 Aug. 6, 2025 ~ Rep. Jerry Neyer talks with Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie about lawmakers proposing "The Rowan Act," that would change the state's Amber Alert System Aug. 6, 2025 ~ Rep. Jerry Neyer talks with Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie about lawmakers proposing "The Rowan Act," that would change the state's Amber Alert System false full 35 024ff3bd-349a-43e2-91b7-6417a5412f05 Michigan Republicans Experiencing Fundraising Success Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-republicans-experiencing-fundraising-success-ONfdCU8J Michigan Republicans Experiencing Fundraising Success Cumulus Media 00:07:40 July 30, 2025 ~ Former Michigan governor Rick Synder joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss Michigan Republicans experiencing fundraising success, actively proposing plans and ideas, the candidates running for governor, and much more! July 30, 2025 ~ Former Michigan governor Rick Synder joins Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss Michigan Republicans experiencing fundraising success, actively proposing plans and ideas, the candidates running for governor, and much more! false full 37 07c83882-0790-40bc-895b-de6f7c408e16 Michigan House Oversight Committee Issues Number of Subpoenas to State Departments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-house-oversight-committee-issues-number-of-subpoenas-to-state-departments-nvsYSssx Michigan House Oversight Committee Issues Number of Subpoenas to State Departments Cumulus Media 00:08:06 July 23, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Rep. Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township) about the Michigan House Oversight Committee issuing subpoenas to state departments, including the Department of Health and Human Services due to lack of cooperation. July 23, 2025 ~ Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Rep. Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township) about the Michigan House Oversight Committee issuing subpoenas to state departments, including the Department of Health and Human Services due to lack of cooperation. false full 38 ebdf4e9e-7ff2-4ac8-8404-8b35afc16ac7 Michigan Legislation Facing Challenges Establishing a Long-Term Road Funding Plan Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-legislation-facing-challenges-establishing-a-long-term-road-funding-plan-QNAnYtuD Michigan Legislation Facing Challenges Establishing a Long-Term Road Funding Plan Cumulus Media 00:06:36 July 16, 2025 ~ Rep. Ron Robinson joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the challenges in establishing a long-term road funding plan for Michigan, with the Senate's lack of a proposal causing the primary roadblock. July 16, 2025 ~ Rep. Ron Robinson joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the challenges in establishing a long-term road funding plan for Michigan, with the Senate's lack of a proposal causing the primary roadblock. false full 39 d5e7e5c4-a7a7-4332-9398-a53e6f990291 Legislative Tug -of-War Over Michigan Sanctuary Cities Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:50:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/legislative-tug-of-war-over-michigan-sanctuary-cities-YPhLFbzS Legislative Tug -of-War Over Michigan Sanctuary Cities Cumulus Media 00:07:43 February 12, 2025 ~ The Michigan House Republicans have proposed to potentially limit earmarks for sanctuary cities, amid debates over immigration enforcement and federal law compliance. Representative Mike Harris (R-Waterford) joins Guy and Jamie to discuss the implications for local jurisdictions and how this tie into broader budget discussions. February 12, 2025 ~ The Michigan House Republicans have proposed to potentially limit earmarks for sanctuary cities, amid debates over immigration enforcement and federal law compliance. Representative Mike Harris (R-Waterford) joins Guy and Jamie to discuss the implications for local jurisdictions and how this tie into broader budget discussions. false full 34 e44cd7ac-13b6-4d46-b405-e6ca2922e135 Line 5 Tunnel Still Being Debated in Court Wed, 29 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/line-5-tunnel-still-being-debated-in-court-TUA1drri Line 5 Tunnel Still Being Debated in Court Cumulus Media 00:08:49 Jan. 29. 2025 ~ Enridge Energy Strategist Ryan Duffy joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the attorneys for the state of Michigan and Enbridge continuing to debate Attorney General Dana Nessel's attempt to shut down the Line 5 tunnel through the Straits of Mackinac. Jan. 29. 2025 ~ Enridge Energy Strategist Ryan Duffy joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the attorneys for the state of Michigan and Enbridge continuing to debate Attorney General Dana Nessel's attempt to shut down the Line 5 tunnel through the Straits of Mackinac. false full 33 e100ef46-0de3-4716-ab48-66eff0d1db7a How Much Funding is Enough for Michigan's Roads? Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/how-much-funding-is-enough-for-michigans-roads-opZsA1_u How Much Funding is Enough for Michigan's Roads? Cumulus Media 00:07:55 Jan. 22, 2025 ~ Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall proposed a $3.1 billion road funding plan last week, but is it enough? Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with County Roads Association of Michigan CEO Denise Donohue about how much state and federal money our roads need. Jan. 22, 2025 ~ Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall proposed a $3.1 billion road funding plan last week, but is it enough? Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with County Roads Association of Michigan CEO Denise Donohue about how much state and federal money our roads need. false full 32 be99824c-5064-4680-b124-8cf9919fe7f7 Outgoing State Lawmakers Fail to Follow Transparency Rules Wed, 8 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/outgoing-state-lawmakers-fail-to-follow-transparency-rules-nUxNVRWi Outgoing State Lawmakers Fail to Follow Transparency Rules Cumulus Media 00:08:00 Jan. 8, 2025 ~ According to new transparency laws in the state, lawmakers must disclose future employment plans before leaving office. Lloyd, Jamie, and Hank Winchester talk with Detroit News politics reporter Craig Mauger about why none of the outgoing legislators complied with the rules, and if there are any penalties. Jan. 8, 2025 ~ According to new transparency laws in the state, lawmakers must disclose future employment plans before leaving office. Lloyd, Jamie, and Hank Winchester talk with Detroit News politics reporter Craig Mauger about why none of the outgoing legislators complied with the rules, and if there are any penalties. false full 31 ca7f58e2-89b3-4773-9908-f9bf9ed71d49 School Safety Package Passes Through State House Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/school-safety-package-passes-through-state-house-NeXN_4Uz School Safety Package Passes Through State House Cumulus Media 00:08:28 Dec. 18, 2024 ~ Guy and Lloyd are joined by State Representative Kelly Breen (D-Novi) to discuss the package of five bills that had bipartisan support through the House that will implement school safety requirements. Dec. 18, 2024 ~ Guy and Lloyd are joined by State Representative Kelly Breen (D-Novi) to discuss the package of five bills that had bipartisan support through the House that will implement school safety requirements. false full 30 b63c25b6-b0d3-42b0-8bea-11114d8bc734 State Legislature Working on Flurry of Last-Minute Bills Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/state-legislature-working-on-flurry-of-last-minute-bills-4aT9Wmlb State Legislature Working on Flurry of Last-Minute Bills Cumulus Media 00:07:36 Dec. 11, 2024 ~ Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Porter Township) joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the busy lame duck session in Lansing, the need to address road funding, and the many bills state Democrats are trying to push through before the end of the year. Dec. 11, 2024 ~ Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Porter Township) joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the busy lame duck session in Lansing, the need to address road funding, and the many bills state Democrats are trying to push through before the end of the year. false full 29 c4120857-db1f-4c3e-969f-8093aeba35b4 Nurse Staffing Bills Could Hurt Hospital Operations Wed, 4 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/nurse-staffing-bills-could-hurt-hospital-operations-2jDMFUh7 Nurse Staffing Bills Could Hurt Hospital Operations Cumulus Media 00:07:49 Dec. 4, 2024 ~ Nurse staffing ratio bills are making their way through the state legislature which could lead to a reduction of more than 5,000 hospital beds in Michigan. Michigan Health and Hospital Association Executive President Laura Appel joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss why this one-size-fits-all proposal would hurt patient care. Dec. 4, 2024 ~ Nurse staffing ratio bills are making their way through the state legislature which could lead to a reduction of more than 5,000 hospital beds in Michigan. Michigan Health and Hospital Association Executive President Laura Appel joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss why this one-size-fits-all proposal would hurt patient care. false full 28 ef6a74a1-cdb5-4091-8500-5fc9a03b9748 State Democrats Pushing Police Reform Initiatives Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/state-democrats-pushing-police-reform-initiatives-ntcXh6QM State Democrats Pushing Police Reform Initiatives Cumulus Media 00:07:35 Nov. 20, 2024 ~ State senators are reintroducing several police reform initiatives after temporarily shelving the legislation following the murder of George Floyd. Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Robert Stevenson joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss if they will accept the proposals. Nov. 20, 2024 ~ State senators are reintroducing several police reform initiatives after temporarily shelving the legislation following the murder of George Floyd. Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Robert Stevenson joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss if they will accept the proposals. false full 27 e63d7f1d-ace6-4d29-bffd-5dadb582ad8f Eastern UP Could Lose EMS Services Following Unpaid Bills Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/eastern-up-could-lose-ems-services-following-unpaid-bills-AWHKm23H Eastern UP Could Lose EMS Services Following Unpaid Bills Cumulus Media 00:07:09 Nov. 13, 2024 ~ Delinquent payments by the Michigan Department of Corrections' former health provider to EMS agencies will soon leave some of the Upper Peninsula without access to emergency services. Michigan Association of Ambulance Services Executive Director Angela Madden joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss what's being done in attempt to resolve this issue during the lame duck legislature. Nov. 13, 2024 ~ Delinquent payments by the Michigan Department of Corrections' former health provider to EMS agencies will soon leave some of the Upper Peninsula without access to emergency services. Michigan Association of Ambulance Services Executive Director Angela Madden joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss what's being done in attempt to resolve this issue during the lame duck legislature. false full 26 3735a2bf-5868-4281-8ba4-e31c11ceaa37 Republicans Take Control of State House Wed, 6 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/republicans-take-control-of-state-house-yuCoJU65 Republicans Take Control of State House Cumulus Media 00:08:28 Nov. 6, 2024 ~ Bill G. Schuette, vice chair of the House Republican Campaign Committee, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the GOP taking back control of the state House, their top priorities within the divided legislature, and more. Nov. 6, 2024 ~ Bill G. Schuette, vice chair of the House Republican Campaign Committee, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the GOP taking back control of the state House, their top priorities within the divided legislature, and more. false full 25 c9d3cea4-2ed3-4d9a-8530-df015d03f186 Study Launched for Train Route from Downstate to Up North Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/study-launched-for-train-route-from-downstate-to-up-north-FlBU_fFP Study Launched for Train Route from Downstate to Up North Cumulus Media 00:08:24 Oct. 30, 2024 ~ A local non-profit organization has launched a study to convince state officials on building a passenger train route between northern Michigan and downstate. Carolyn Ulstad, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities transportation program manager, and WSP Consultant Todd Davis join Guy and Jamie to discuss the viability of a cross-state train. Oct. 30, 2024 ~ A local non-profit organization has launched a study to convince state officials on building a passenger train route between northern Michigan and downstate. Carolyn Ulstad, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities transportation program manager, and WSP Consultant Todd Davis join Guy and Jamie to discuss the viability of a cross-state train. false full 24 c556b16c-d97b-4a38-b2ac-9cafb6270d12 Clerks Preparing for Early In-Person Voting Across Michigan Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/clerks-preparing-for-early-in-person-voting-across-michigan-i98ThcvW Clerks Preparing for Early In-Person Voting Across Michigan Cumulus Media 00:08:57 Oct. 23, 2024 ~ Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to breakdown the upcoming Election Day process, how clerks are handling absentee ballots, and the benefits of early in-person voting in Michigan. Oct. 23, 2024 ~ Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to breakdown the upcoming Election Day process, how clerks are handling absentee ballots, and the benefits of early in-person voting in Michigan. false full 23 887bde29-17ab-4615-be2d-4ef558afc7f2 Hospitals Warn of IV Fluid Shortage After Hurricane Helene Wed, 9 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/hospitals-warn-of-iv-fluid-shortage-after-hurricane-helene-KVDOChTN Hospitals Warn of IV Fluid Shortage After Hurricane Helene Cumulus Media 00:08:34 Oct. 9, 2024 ~ Laura Appel, Michigan Health & Hospital Association executive vice president, joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss the shortage of IV fluid across the country after the closure of a North Carolina factory due to damage from Hurricane Helene, and the conservation strategies by the federal government. Oct. 9, 2024 ~ Laura Appel, Michigan Health & Hospital Association executive vice president, joins Lloyd and Jamie to discuss the shortage of IV fluid across the country after the closure of a North Carolina factory due to damage from Hurricane Helene, and the conservation strategies by the federal government. false full 22 fdc83d73-d0c5-4691-a3eb-f35bcedb487d Federal Government Issues Loan to Reopen Palisades Wed, 2 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/federal-government-issues-loan-to-reopen-palisades-EyHyrvmq Federal Government Issues Loan to Reopen Palisades Cumulus Media 00:08:32 October 2, 2024 ~ The federal government has issued a $1.5 billion loan to help reopen the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant near South Haven, Michigan. Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie are joined by Nick Culp, Holtec Palisades communications director, to discuss how quickly they can reopen and the future of nuclear energy in the United States. October 2, 2024 ~ The federal government has issued a $1.5 billion loan to help reopen the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant near South Haven, Michigan. Chris, Lloyd, and Jamie are joined by Nick Culp, Holtec Palisades communications director, to discuss how quickly they can reopen and the future of nuclear energy in the United States. false full 21 fc783d76-d5ed-42ea-be0f-c8810f24ec1c State Bills Introduced to Combat Online Sextortion Wed, 25 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/state-bills-introduced-to-combat-online-sextortion-1nY4GlnQ State Bills Introduced to Combat Online Sextortion Cumulus Media 00:08:03 Sept. 25, 2024 ~ State lawmakers are introducing a package of bills known as ‘Jordan D’s Law,’ to combat the threat of online sextortion. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are joined by John DeMay, the father of Jordan DeMay who tragically took his own life after falling victim to an online sextortion scheme, to discuss how the legislation would help prevent future incidents. Sept. 25, 2024 ~ State lawmakers are introducing a package of bills known as ‘Jordan D’s Law,’ to combat the threat of online sextortion. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are joined by John DeMay, the father of Jordan DeMay who tragically took his own life after falling victim to an online sextortion scheme, to discuss how the legislation would help prevent future incidents. false full 20 7c7a3e94-47c3-4ed2-88d3-78c5aa30fd04 Capitol Report ~ Sept. 22, 2024 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 23:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/capitol-report-sept-22-2024-25_qprqs Capitol Report ~ Sept. 22, 2024 Cumulus Media 00:42:52 Sept. 22, 2024 ~ Guy Gordon discusses issues related to sustainable energy use in Michigan, challenges of staffing and affordability of healthcare, and a bill that aims to help the manufactured housing industry. Guests include Truscott Rossman President John Truscott, Michigan Health & Hospital Association CEO Brian Peters, Michigan Manufactured Housing Association President and CEO John Lindley, and Harbor Strategic's Chief Strategist and CEO John Sellek. Sept. 22, 2024 ~ Guy Gordon discusses issues related to sustainable energy use in Michigan, challenges of staffing and affordability of healthcare, and a bill that aims to help the manufactured housing industry. Guests include Truscott Rossman President John Truscott, Michigan Health & Hospital Association CEO Brian Peters, Michigan Manufactured Housing Association President and CEO John Lindley, and Harbor Strategic's Chief Strategist and CEO John Sellek. false full 19 49efa7de-895a-4744-ba62-306e81aed75c State Bill Introduced to Restrict Phone Use in Schools Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/state-bill-introduced-to-restrict-phone-use-in-schools-Zy7kvR6y State Bill Introduced to Restrict Phone Use in Schools Cumulus Media 00:07:02 Sept. 18, 2024 ~ A new bill in Michigan would require all public-school districts to implement cell phone restrictions for students. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Rep. Mark Tisdel (R-Rochester Hills) about what's in his proposed legislation, and why there needs to be state law to address the concern of teachers and parents. Sept. 18, 2024 ~ A new bill in Michigan would require all public-school districts to implement cell phone restrictions for students. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Rep. Mark Tisdel (R-Rochester Hills) about what's in his proposed legislation, and why there needs to be state law to address the concern of teachers and parents. false full 18 284eaaec-8e48-4dc0-88c1-995d42a9376c Michigan's Community Colleges Encouraging Dual Enrollment Sept. 11, 2024 ~ Brand Johnson, Michigan Community College Association president, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss recommendations for how students can access more affordable college courses, and how much more many individuals with degrees earn than high school graduates.


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]]> Michigan's Community Colleges Encouraging Dual Enrollment Cumulus Media 00:08:38 false full 17 c2b05936-d9bb-4b16-a0f9-c75e3bb5cb12 Michigan Servers and Bartenders Concerned Over Future of Tipping System Wed, 4 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-servers-and-bartenders-concerned-over-future-of-tipping-system-brvABAtV Michigan Servers and Bartenders Concerned Over Future of Tipping System Cumulus Media 00:08:44 Sept. 4, 2024 ~ Servers and bartenders from around the state of Michigan are urging the legislature to act quickly to save the tipping system. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Save MI Tips spokesman John Sellek about how they're talking with state legislators to overturn the recent ruling from the Michigan Supreme Court. Sept. 4, 2024 ~ Servers and bartenders from around the state of Michigan are urging the legislature to act quickly to save the tipping system. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Save MI Tips spokesman John Sellek about how they're talking with state legislators to overturn the recent ruling from the Michigan Supreme Court. false full 16 23a019a7-af2d-4081-8b7c-e7498ad1ace1 Michigan EMS Owed More Than $6 Million in Outstanding Bills Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/michigan-ems-owed-more-than-6-million-in-outstanding-bills-iAxrOX4e Michigan EMS Owed More Than $6 Million in Outstanding Bills Cumulus Media 00:08:29 August 28, 2024 ~ Michigan EMS providers are owed more than $6 million in outstanding bills from the State of Michigan, after the Michigan Department of Corrections; former health care provider failed to pay in both 2023 and 2024. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Angela Madden, Michigan Association of Ambulance Services executive director, about their efforts to get paid, and if they could withhold services in the future. August 28, 2024 ~ Michigan EMS providers are owed more than $6 million in outstanding bills from the State of Michigan, after the Michigan Department of Corrections; former health care provider failed to pay in both 2023 and 2024. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Angela Madden, Michigan Association of Ambulance Services executive director, about their efforts to get paid, and if they could withhold services in the future. false full 15 47c7949b-26e7-45be-9e2b-1fb2b59a0ab4 Mallory McMorrow Warns of Donald Trump's Project 2025 Connection Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/mallory-mcmorrow-warns-of-donald-trumps-project-2025-connection-IMNzZzQA Mallory McMorrow Warns of Donald Trump's Project 2025 Connection Cumulus Media 00:10:55 Aug. 21, 2024 ~ State Senator Mallory McMorrow was on-stage at the Democratic National Convention on Monday, focusing on Donald Trump's connection to the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie speak with McMorrow about her speech, and the unity behind the Harris-Walz ticket. Photo: Jasper Colt ~ USA Today Network Aug. 21, 2024 ~ State Senator Mallory McMorrow was on-stage at the Democratic National Convention on Monday, focusing on Donald Trump's connection to the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie speak with McMorrow about her speech, and the unity behind the Harris-Walz ticket. Photo: Jasper Colt ~ USA Today Network false full 14 c0a69ca4-a705-4ac2-8ee7-6a29e7017312 Does Michigan Budget Provide Free Pre-K For All? Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/does-michigan-budget-provide-free-pre-k-for-all-I94LXej1 Does Michigan Budget Provide Free Pre-K For All? Cumulus Media 00:08:48 Aug. 15, 2024 ~ Michigan expanded its free pre-K program this year through Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget and expect enrollment to increase by over 16,000 students. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Gretchen's House Great Start Readiness Program coordinator Laura Griswold about what the increased state funding in childcare, and how to attract more private business. Aug. 15, 2024 ~ Michigan expanded its free pre-K program this year through Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget and expect enrollment to increase by over 16,000 students. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Gretchen's House Great Start Readiness Program coordinator Laura Griswold about what the increased state funding in childcare, and how to attract more private business. false full 13 4c0f9e28-a393-4ad2-a8ba-2cc7e0a731ac Bryan Lijewski ~ Michigan’s Lighthouses Shine Through History and Challenges Wed, 7 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/bryan-lijewski-michigans-lighthouses-shine-through-history-and-challenges-b_X75TMi Bryan Lijewski ~ Michigan’s Lighthouses Shine Through History and Challenges Cumulus Media 00:09:17 Aug. 7, 2024 ~ Today is National Lighthouse Day, and Michigan has more than 120 lighthouses around its coastline. In this edition of “The Capital Report,” Lloyd and Jamie talk with Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program Coordinator Bryan Lijewski about how the state funds preservation of these iconic buildings. Aug. 7, 2024 ~ Today is National Lighthouse Day, and Michigan has more than 120 lighthouses around its coastline. In this edition of “The Capital Report,” Lloyd and Jamie talk with Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program Coordinator Bryan Lijewski about how the state funds preservation of these iconic buildings. false full 10 6fa01b50-ac6a-4309-aed7-c07995c46ece Stephanie Chang ~ Detroit’s Chinatown Gets a $1M Makeover Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/stephanie-chang-detroits-chinatown-gets-a-1m-makeover-r2ffw_rs Stephanie Chang ~ Detroit’s Chinatown Gets a $1M Makeover Cumulus Media 00:07:54 July 31, 2024 ~ In this addition of The Capital Report the new state budget awarded $1 million for improvements in Detroit's Chinatown neighborhood. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Senator Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit) about the historical importance of the Chinese American population in the area, and what improvements are on their way. July 31, 2024 ~ In this addition of The Capital Report the new state budget awarded $1 million for improvements in Detroit's Chinatown neighborhood. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Senator Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit) about the historical importance of the Chinese American population in the area, and what improvements are on their way. false full 11 719aeb67-57a4-4f52-9e44-51b85460c288 Craig Mauger ~ Illegal Concert and Sports Tickets Shake Michigan Politics Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/craig-mauger-illegal-concert-and-sports-tickets-shake-michigan-politics-jdxaKOGl Craig Mauger ~ Illegal Concert and Sports Tickets Shake Michigan Politics Cumulus Media 00:08:45 July 24, 2024 ~ Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office emphasized that lawmakers cannot accept from lobbyists gifts, such as sports and concert tickets, that have a value over $76. In this edition of “The Capital Report,” Guy and Jamie speak with Detroit News politics reporter Craig Mauger about the subjective nature of ticket values, and the newly enacted policies that are requiring lawmakers to disclose the accesses that they are accepting. July 24, 2024 ~ Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office emphasized that lawmakers cannot accept from lobbyists gifts, such as sports and concert tickets, that have a value over $76. In this edition of “The Capital Report,” Guy and Jamie speak with Detroit News politics reporter Craig Mauger about the subjective nature of ticket values, and the newly enacted policies that are requiring lawmakers to disclose the accesses that they are accepting. false full 12 b761cda2-8763-494a-95c7-05bb36e9d35a Alicia St. Germaine ~ Leaders Advocate for a Supplemental School Safety Budget Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/leaders-advocate-for-a-supplemental-school-safety-budget-XcFsMUaN Alicia St. Germaine ~ Leaders Advocate for a Supplemental School Safety Budget Cumulus Media 00:09:38 July 17, 2024 ~ The state legislature passed the budget for 2025, which includes a 90% cut in funding for school safety measures. In today’s edition of “The Capital Report,” Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine (R-Harrison Township) about the need for a supplemental budget to help keep Michigan's school districts safe. July 17, 2024 ~ The state legislature passed the budget for 2025, which includes a 90% cut in funding for school safety measures. In today’s edition of “The Capital Report,” Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine (R-Harrison Township) about the need for a supplemental budget to help keep Michigan's school districts safe. false full 9 c0c5057c-04f1-4e45-897b-d2ef23ee4e8a Capital Report ~ Legislative Insights from Michigan’s Political Frontlines Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/capital-report-legislative-insights-from-michigans-political-frontlines-spgh4eX2 Capital Report ~ Legislative Insights from Michigan’s Political Frontlines Cumulus Media 00:41:16 July 10, 2024 ~ 760 WJR’s Guy Gordon examines recently passed and proposed legislative priorities in Michigan’s Democrat-controlled legislature. Topics include budget priorities, business investment incentives, education policy, gun control, and more, with insight from Michigan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jim Holcomb, Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, Truscott Rossman President John Truscott, and State Senator Dana Polehanki. Presented by the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Truscott Rossman. July 10, 2024 ~ 760 WJR’s Guy Gordon examines recently passed and proposed legislative priorities in Michigan’s Democrat-controlled legislature. Topics include budget priorities, business investment incentives, education policy, gun control, and more, with insight from Michigan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jim Holcomb, Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, Truscott Rossman President John Truscott, and State Senator Dana Polehanki. Presented by the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Truscott Rossman. false full 8 4b6e3dee-733b-456a-96fa-de150e878b8a Phil Skaggs ~ State Democrat Calls for President Biden to Step Aside Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:50:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/phil-skaggs-state-democrat-calls-for-president-biden-to-step-aside-qhpA_TFV Phil Skaggs ~ State Democrat Calls for President Biden to Step Aside Cumulus Media 00:08:45 July 10, 2024 ~ As more congressional leaders are calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race, the first state lawmaker has done the same. State Rep. Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) talks with Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds about why he thinks Biden should pass the torch to the younger generation of Democrats, and how his decision could impact down ballot candidates. July 10, 2024 ~ As more congressional leaders are calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race, the first state lawmaker has done the same. State Rep. Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) talks with Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds about why he thinks Biden should pass the torch to the younger generation of Democrats, and how his decision could impact down ballot candidates. false full 7 f7a495c2-729e-4c4c-8e69-1eb3d1861fd9 Kristen McDonald Rivet ~ Congressman Dan Kildee Endorses State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet Wed, 3 Jul 2024 11:50:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/kristen-mcdonald-rivet-congressman-dan-kildee-endorses-state-senator-kristen-mcdonald-rivet-4NTv8hKc Kristen McDonald Rivet ~ Congressman Dan Kildee Endorses State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet Cumulus Media 00:08:34 July 3, 2024 ~ In the race to become the Democratic nomination for Michigan's 8th Congressional District, State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City) received an endorsement from incumbent Rep. Dan Kildee. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Senator McDonald Rivet about the importance of political endorsements, and her vision for compromising in Congress. July 3, 2024 ~ In the race to become the Democratic nomination for Michigan's 8th Congressional District, State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City) received an endorsement from incumbent Rep. Dan Kildee. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Senator McDonald Rivet about the importance of political endorsements, and her vision for compromising in Congress. false full 6 7a07b901-ffc9-4f99-a26c-79bb6c36b6a2 Dayna Polehanki ~ Legislation Proposed to Ban Bump Stocks in Michigan Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:15:48 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/dayna-polehanki-legislation-proposed-to-ban-bump-stocks-in-michigan-g9rkwNr1 Dayna Polehanki ~ Legislation Proposed to Ban Bump Stocks in Michigan Cumulus Media 00:07:55 June 26, 2024 ~ Less than two weeks ago, the Supreme Court struck down a federal rule prohibiting gun accessories like bump stocks. State Senator Dayna Polehanki (D-Livonia) joins Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds on this week's "Capital Report" to talk about her proposed ban on bump stocks, which were previously banned by former President Donald Trump. June 26, 2024 ~ Less than two weeks ago, the Supreme Court struck down a federal rule prohibiting gun accessories like bump stocks. State Senator Dayna Polehanki (D-Livonia) joins Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds on this week's "Capital Report" to talk about her proposed ban on bump stocks, which were previously banned by former President Donald Trump. false full 5 e1a68745-5445-4960-8e7a-b3fc320d22df David Martin ~ Inside Lansing’s Economic Development Debate Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:50:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/david-martin-inside-lansings-economic-development-debate-C2OlKNvE David Martin ~ Inside Lansing’s Economic Development Debate Cumulus Media 00:08:11 June 19, 2024 ~ In this week’s “Capital Report,” Michigan State House Rep. David Martin (R-Genesee) talks about his opposition to Governor Whitmer’s legislative modifications to the SOAR Fund and the hefty annual allocations that it would provide. Learn why Martin believes that this business investment incentive program should primarily benefit local jobs providers. Martin also talks about why he believes that more oversight is needed for the Whitmer-appointed board that oversees the incentives distributions. June 19, 2024 ~ In this week’s “Capital Report,” Michigan State House Rep. David Martin (R-Genesee) talks about his opposition to Governor Whitmer’s legislative modifications to the SOAR Fund and the hefty annual allocations that it would provide. Learn why Martin believes that this business investment incentive program should primarily benefit local jobs providers. Martin also talks about why he believes that more oversight is needed for the Whitmer-appointed board that oversees the incentives distributions. false full 4 8e51d716-31ac-4528-aa37-3195af43af46 Brian Calley ~ Searching for Solutions to Michigan’s Childcare Crisis Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:40:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/brian-calley-searching-for-solutions-to-michigans-childcare-crisis-G_e1xNWy Brian Calley ~ Searching for Solutions to Michigan’s Childcare Crisis Cumulus Media 00:08:37 June 13, 2024 ~ Small Business Association of Michigan President Brian Calley joins this week’s Capital Report to talk about the lack of affordable and accessible childcare in Michigan, with a look at the ideas being discussed in Lansing that aim to curb the problem. Listen as Brian shares his perspectives on a multitude of programs and potential solutions. Are payment assistance programs for parents the right way to go, or should the responsibility and funding be shifted to schools? Listen in on the perspectives here! June 13, 2024 ~ Small Business Association of Michigan President Brian Calley joins this week’s Capital Report to talk about the lack of affordable and accessible childcare in Michigan, with a look at the ideas being discussed in Lansing that aim to curb the problem. Listen as Brian shares his perspectives on a multitude of programs and potential solutions. Are payment assistance programs for parents the right way to go, or should the responsibility and funding be shifted to schools? Listen in on the perspectives here! false full 1 fd72b416-0598-4731-91aa-f847c5830d03 Jason Hoskins ~ New Bills Propose to Fund SOAR for 10 Years Wed, 5 Jun 2024 11:40:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/jason-hoskins-new-bills-propose-to-fund-soar-for-10-years-Otdo5TPS Jason Hoskins ~ New Bills Propose to Fund SOAR for 10 Years Cumulus Media 00:06:50 June 5, 2024 ~ Under new proposed State House bills, SOAR (the Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve Fund) would be funded for 10 years, but half of the funding would be directed toward public transportation. Guy and Jamie talk with Rep. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) about why backers deem it necessary to allocate money for transportation from funds meant to attract business investments within the state. Get the story in this week's edition of The Capital Report! June 5, 2024 ~ Under new proposed State House bills, SOAR (the Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve Fund) would be funded for 10 years, but half of the funding would be directed toward public transportation. Guy and Jamie talk with Rep. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) about why backers deem it necessary to allocate money for transportation from funds meant to attract business investments within the state. Get the story in this week's edition of The Capital Report! false full 2 07f75917-5580-4ca6-909b-35a59e38c380 Quentin Messer ~ The Push for Clean Energy and AI in Traditional Manufacturing Wed, 29 May 2024 11:40:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Media) https://the-capital-report.simplecast.com/episodes/quentin-messer-the-push-for-clean-energy-and-ai-in-traditional-manufacturing-oO5LQ___ Quentin Messer ~ The Push for Clean Energy and AI in Traditional Manufacturing Cumulus Media 00:07:19 May 29, 2024 ~ In this week's Capital Report, Quentin Messer, CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie about the need for tackling Michigan’s economic challenges head-on, in part by embracing clean energy and AI while retraining workers for Industry 4.0. Learn the importance of breaking free from siloed thinking and fostering collaboration across business, academia, government, and philanthropy. Also hear how Michigan is staying competitive while cherishing its manufacturing roots. Get these thoughts and more live from the floor of the Mackinac Policy Conference! May 29, 2024 ~ In this week's Capital Report, Quentin Messer, CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie about the need for tackling Michigan’s economic challenges head-on, in part by embracing clean energy and AI while retraining workers for Industry 4.0. Learn the importance of breaking free from siloed thinking and fostering collaboration across business, academia, government, and philanthropy. Also hear how Michigan is staying competitive while cherishing its manufacturing roots. Get these thoughts and more live from the floor of the Mackinac Policy Conference! false full 3