In Media: An MAB Podcast

On Episode 6 of In Media: An MAB Podcast, host Casey Jones sits down with Lauren "Shmitty" Smith of iHeartMedia in Grand Rapids. A familiar voice across West Michigan radio, Lauren reflects on nearly two decades in broadcasting, sharing her journey into the industry, the importance of building authentic connections with listeners, and how her passion for radio continues to drive her every day.

On Episode 5 of In Media: An MAB Podcast, host Casey Jones sits down with Michelle McKormick, longtime morning show host at WLAV-FM in Grand Rapids and one of the most recognizable voices in Michigan radio. Michelle reflects on more than four decades behind the microphone, sharing stories from her career in radio, the evolution of the industry, and the lessons and laughs she’s had along the way.

On Episode 4 of In Media: An MAB Podcast, host Casey Jones sits down with Seth Wells and Maureen Halliday of WILX News 10.As one of mid-Michigan’s most recognizable morning news teams -- and a husband-and-wife duo -- Seth and Maureen share what it’s like to work together in a fast-paced newsroom, balance family life with the demands of morning television, and support each other’s growth as broadca...

On Episode 3 of In Media: An MAB Podcast, Casey Jones is joined by Al Martin from WKAR. Al is an award-winning sports reporter, producer, storyteller, and emerging actor whose work spans radio, television, and digital media. A Michigan State University graduate, he has become a familiar voice and face across Mid-Michigan through programs like Beyond the Score and Streetlight Sessions , where he ex...

On Episode 2 of In Media: An MAB Podcast, Casey Jones sits down with Blake Harms from WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids. Known across West Michigan for his weather coverage and viral school closing predictions, Blake talks about turning a teenage passion for forecasting into a career in broadcast meteorology, the changing role of social media in weather coverage, and building trust with viewers.

On Episode 1 of In Media , we’re joined by Zoe Clark from Michigan Public. Zoe is one of the most recognizable voices covering Michigan politics, helping listeners make sense of what’s happening at the Capitol and beyond. Her work is all about breaking down complicated issues, asking the right questions, and keeping the public informed. Casey Jones talks with Zoe about her path in the industry, th...