People Over Politics

The map changed, the seat opened up, and now the real test begins: can a candidate represent a quarter-million people across cities that don’t always see themselves on the same team? We sit down with Michigan State Senate candidates Ren (District 9) and Amanda Treppa (new District 10) to talk about redistricting, campaigning in “lawn sign season,” and what genuine representation looks like when yo...

Today's guests Katrina Manetta and Ren Nushaj Prices keep rising while paychecks stand still, and too many neighbors are choosing between groceries, healthcare, and the light bill. We bring that reality home to Michigan’s 58th—Shelby Township, Utica, Sterling Heights, and Warren—and get specific about what state lawmakers can do right now. From halting utility rate hikes and mandating outage...

Momentum is only as good as what we do with it. We take a hard look at how Michigan turns recent wins into measurable change you can actually feel—on the road, in the classroom, and at the clinic. No bumper stickers here; we talk candidly about competence, transparency, and why laws and budgets fail when they’re built for politics instead of people. We start with the stakes for 2026 and a reality...

What happens when legal expertise meets state politics? In this revealing conversation, Michigan Senate District 9 candidate Ren Nushaj brings his unique perspective as a municipal attorney to tackle the complex challenges facing Michigan communities ahead of the 2026 election. Ren's journey from Detroit roots to his current position as Clawson's City Attorney has given him an intimate u...