Hey, Bay City!

Hey, Bay City!

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Bringing you the stories of great people doing great things from all across Bay County, Michigan!

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106 episodes

STEM Fest with Dante Davis

Dante Davis left his job at SpaceX and Tesla to bring hands-on STEM education to kids here in the Great Lakes Bay Region. One June 8th, through a partnership between the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, the Bay-Arenac ISD, the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, the Bay Area Community Foundation, and powered by Hey, Bay City!, Davis is kicking off his work in Bay County with STEM Fest!  In this episode of the Hey, Bay City podcast, Davis shares his story and details about this incredible event.

41m
Apr 01, 2024
Including You: Show #2 Recap

* * The Bay Area Community Foundation invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good. *   * * We sat down with Erin to recap the second event of the series where the topics discussed were bias and judgement, and to talk about the upcoming show on Tuesday, May 14th about empathy and tolerance.

1h 9m
Mar 25, 2024
WHEEL. OF. FORTUNE!

Heather Zywicki repped Bay City on Wheel of Fortune and we talk to her about her experience AND her EPIC solo car-camping trip across the Pacific Northwest! For all our stories, podcasts, and community information, head to www.heybaycity.com https://www.heybaycity.com.

55m
Mar 02, 2024
Richard Eats!

Richard Hagen, aka RichardEats is a Food and Hospitality content creator from Bay City, Michigan. Cumulatively over 1M+ followers, reaching nearly 100M users monthly. Richard began posting content in the fall of 2020, at the height of COVID and has rarely missed a day of posting original content since. With 720K+ followers on TikTok, 350K+ on Instagram, and 172K+ on Facebook, Richard has collaborated with many major and National brands such as the NFL, Traeger Grills, Kings Hawaiian, McDonalds, Walmart and more. Richard prides himself in showcasing easy weeknight meals, backyard BBQ, appetizers and experiences in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond. Richard lives in Bay City, with his wife Breanna, daughter Penelope and son Elias. * • Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/heybaycity/signup * • Facebook: facebook.com/heybaycity * • Instagram: instagram.com/heybaycity * • YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g64zUEev * • LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gc2GbFc8 * • iTunes: https://apple.co/3FUc7IM * • iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-hey-bay-city-104129966/ * • Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK

41m
Feb 20, 2024
Late Nights at LoLoBee's Lounge

When Lauren and Ben opened Lolobee’s Lounge in 2022, they wanted it to be something different: late night with a little bit of Lauren's hometown of New Orleans. They've accomplished that and more, turning a once derelict and vacant building into a vibrant and creative community hub where everybody feels like part of the family. For Bay County info, jobs, events, stories and podcasts: www.heybaycity.com https://www.heybaycity.com Follow HBC! on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/heybaycity Follow HBC! on Instagra https://www.instagram.com/heybaycity/m

29m
Feb 04, 2024
Part Two with Erin Patrice

* * Starting in January, the Bay Area Community Foundation has invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good. * *   * * In this special two-part conversation on the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to Erin about her journey towards conversation, the power of communication, what to expect from the series, and more! * *   * * Subscribe and listen wherever you listen to podcasts. * *   * * The first event is January 8th at the Pere Marquette Depot, located at 1000 Adams St. in Bay City. Doors open at 6PM, with the show starting at 6:30 PM.  *   * For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!

1h 0m
Dec 09, 2023
Henry Walters is Hot to Trot

* * Bay City musician Henry Walters finds inspiration in everything from the Beatles to techno to philosophy, and in episode 50 of the Hey, Bay City Podcast, he talks to us about his musical journey AND performs two songs live. Watch on HBC!'s Facebook or YouTube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts! * *   * *   * For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!

20m
Dec 09, 2023
Breaking Bread with Erin Patrice: Part One

* * Starting in January, the Bay Area Community Foundation has invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good. * *   * * In this special two-part conversation on the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to Erin about her journey towards conversation, the power of communication, what to expect from the series, and more! * *   * * Subcribe and listen wherever you listen to podcasts.  * *   * * The first event is January 8th at the Pere Marquette Depot, located at 1000 Adams St. in Bay City. Doors open at 6PM, with the show starting at 6:30 PM.  *   * For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!

40m
Dec 09, 2023
Getting Fit with Anna & Katie

* * Anna Bebow of Soul Fit and Creative Grace Co., and Katie Volk of Soul Fit and Katie Volk Coaching stop by to talk about their journeys to entrepreneurship, physical and mental health, and build a community. Watch the episode on Hey, Bay City's Facebook or Youtube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts! * * *   * *   * For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!

44m
Dec 02, 2023
Kalysta

Kalysta joins us for Episode 48 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast…and treats us to a live performance! You can watch the episode on HBC!’s Facebook, YouTube channel, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts!

26m
Nov 27, 2023
Representative Timmy Beson

In Episode 46 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, Representative Timmy Beson stops by to chat about Bay County and his work as one of the 110 members of Michigan's House of Representatives. You can watch the episode on Facebook or the HBC! YouTube channel.  Check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

1h 13m
Nov 20, 2023
Dow Apprenticeship 101

* * Dow's apprenticeship program provides a pathway to both a debt-free associate’s degree and a nationally recognized apprenticeship certification. We chat with Early Career Site Development Leader, Robert Guerra, about how the program works. * *   * * Watch the interview on Hey, Bay City's Facebook or YouTube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts! *  

38m
Nov 19, 2023
On Location with Levi Socier: Carter Radtke

It's Bay City's first podcast by kids, for kids! Join host Levi Socier as he talks to classmate Carter Radtke about volunteering, why they call him "The Lip Ripper", and his hobby of collecting paint samples from Home Depot!  P.S. Be sure to stick around till the very end for a Levi vs. Carter RAP BATTLE.

10m
Nov 17, 2023
Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet

In Episode 45 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet stops by to chat about her path into politics and her work in Lansing since being elected. You can watch the episode here or on YouTube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts. Next week, Representive Timmy Beson! Check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

50m
Nov 13, 2023
Scott Staszak of Game Changer Therapy Services

It's time to change the game! In Episode 43 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, Scott Stazak stops by to talk about how Game Changer Therapy Services is changing kids' lives...in more ways than one!  Check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

41m
Oct 29, 2023
Vantage Plastics

Vantage Plastics, Inc. is coming to Bay County! In Episode 42 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to Paul Aultman and Don Hale about their investment into a new facility in Bangor Charter Township: a $40 million investment and projected 93 jobs! Check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

25m
Oct 22, 2023
GLBRA's 40k by 2040

The Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance is on a mission to increase the regional population by 40,000 people by the year 2040. Matt Felan, President and CEO, and Ken Horn, Executive Vice President of Strategic Development, stop by to talk about Operation 40k, what Bay County offers the region and vice versa, and more! For more stories, podcasts, and community information, head to www.heybaycity.com https://www.heybaycity.com.

1h 4m
Oct 08, 2023
The Business and Education Partnership

* * The Business and Education Partnership is BACK! This critical program through the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce creates collaboration between Bay County schools and Employers, and in Episode 40 of The Hey, Bay City! Podcast, Renee Courier Aumock from the Bay-Arenac ISD and Marlana Cork from the Chamber stop by to chat all things BEP!  *   * For Bay County stories, podcasts, jobs, and community information, head to www.heybaycity.com https://www.heybaycity.com! *  

23m
Sep 30, 2023
SVSU President Dr. George Grant

In Episode 39, we chat with Saginaw Valley State University President Dr. George Grant as he begins his first full academic year with the university. We talk about his path to the university, as well as his thoughts on education, college, switching majors, and more!  Check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com https://www.heybaycity.com/! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

1h 7m
Sep 25, 2023
The Hell's Half Mile Film & Music Festival with Alan LaFave

* * Hell's Half Mile Film & Music Festival has been voted one of the top 25 coolest film festivals in the WORLD by MovieMaker Magazine...and it's right here in Bay City! To give us a sneak peek of this year's event is festival director and founding board member, Alan LaFave! Watch Episode 38 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast here on Facebook, or subscribe and listen wherever you listen to podcasts. * *   * * Join us for HHM September 21st through the 24th, and check out all our podcasts, stories, and Bay County community information at www.heybaycity.com! * • Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iHeart • Apple * • Spotify

59m
Sep 04, 2023
Craig Goulet - Essexville City Manager

* * It's Craig Goulet, City manager of the City of Essexville, in an episode of "Hey, Essexville!" We talk to Craig about his path to his position, his approach towards being a city manager, and what he loves about his community. * *   * * Catch all our past stories, podcasts, and serach for Bay County jobs and community information at www.heybaycity.com!

32m
Aug 21, 2023
Michael Hensley & Go Great Lakes Bay

In Episode 36 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to Michael Hensley, Director of Marketing at Go Great Lakes Bay, about Bay County and regional tourism. You can watch this episode on Facebook or YouTube, or listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Check out all the past episodes and Bay County stories, jobs, and information over at heybaycity.com. Check out all the past episodes and Bay County stories, jobs, and information over at heybaycity.com.

49m
Aug 14, 2023
Episode 35: Jeff Robinson of Bay Special Care

Jeff Robinson moved to Bay County in January to become the new President and CEO of McLaren Bay Special Care, a long-term acute care hospital in Bay City. While the saving people's lives is an everyday occurrence at McLaren, a few weeks ago, Jeff's life was saved by the same people he helps lead.  In Episode 35 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we're joined by Jeff, as well as Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kenneth Parsons and Chief Nursing Officer Stacey Klump, two of the many people involved in saving Jeff's life.  You can watch this episode on YouTube, Facebook, or listen to it on Apple or Spotify. 

49m
Aug 01, 2023
Episode 34: SVSU Graduates

In Episode 34 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to three different Saginaw Valley State University graduates with three different career paths about how they ended up where they are, their experiences at SVSU, and advice they'd give to college and high school-aged students who are still exploring potential careers. Watch and read this interview, and all our past episodes, over on the HBC! website, www.heybaycity.com.

22m
Jul 24, 2023
Aland Stamps & River Jordan

* * River Jordan Inc. is a Bay County nonprofit whose mission is to empower those who have experienced foster care to thrive. In Episode 33 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, Founder Aland Stamps shares his AMAZING story and the mission of River Jordan. * *   * * Watch and read our full interview with Aland over on the HBC! website, www.heybaycity.com.

1h 36m
Jun 26, 2023
Crazy Quarters Arcade

In this episode, we talk to Chris Exo and Jeff Palmer about their journey of opening Crazy Quarters Arcade in Downtown Bay City, their love for pinball, and why building a community of fun is so important. You can visit Crazy Quarters Arcade on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cqabc. • Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gXnVaRf6 • Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ghCBhsyn • Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gKeqR7s7 • YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g64zUEev • LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gc2GbFc8 • iTunes: https://apple.co/3FUc7IM • Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK

43m
Jun 12, 2023
Steve Frye of St. Laurent Brothers

* * Chances are that you are one of the 250,000 people who stop by St. Laurent Brothers every year for ice cream, chocolate, or a favorite candy. Co-owner Steve Frye is retiring and in the process of selling the legacy Bay City business, and this episode of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, he tells his story! * *   * * You can watch or listen to the full interview on Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! * • The HBC! Newsletter * • Facebook * • Instagram * • YouTube * • LinkedIn * • iTunes * • Spotify

14m
May 21, 2023
Episode 29: Maria Otto and Little Pastry Shop

* * We're getting SCRUMPTIOUS in Episode 29! Maria Otto of Little Pastry Shop stops by to talk about her path to becoming an entrepreneur, the support she received from her family and the Michigan SBDC (Lake Huron Region) along the way, and of course, BAKED GOODS. * *   * * * • Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gXnVaRf6 * • Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ghCBhsyn * • Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gKeqR7s7 * • YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g64zUEev * • LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gc2GbFc8 * • iTunes: https://apple.co/3FUc7IM * • Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK

36m
May 14, 2023
Darold Newtown and the Bay City NAACP

In Episode 28 of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk with Darold Newton, President of the Bay City branch of the NAACP. You can watch or listen on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify! * • Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gXnVaRf6 * • Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ghCBhsyn * • Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gKeqR7s7 * • YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g64zUEev * • LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gc2GbFc8 * • iTunes: https://apple.co/3FUc7IM * • Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK

43m
May 07, 2023
Adam Bronson and the former Allen Medical Building

* * "I fell in love with the building immediately." Adam Bronson of Woodworth Commercial, a real estate developer out of Owosso, talks about the investment they're making in the Bay County community by developing the former Allen Medical Building, now known as the Bay Professional Building. * *   * * • Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gXnVaRf6 * • Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ghCBhsyn * • Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gKeqR7s7 * • YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g64zUEev * • LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gc2GbFc8 * • iTunes: https://apple.co/3FUc7IM * • Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK

15m
May 01, 2023