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December 26, 2021 ~ Vanessa talks to Columbia graduate and pianist Anthony Coniglio following his "Musical Reflections and the True Meaning of Christmas" performance at St. Mark Catholic Church in Florida.

December 5, 2021 ~ Vanessa talks to Catholic talk show host, author and founder of T's Italy Teresa Tomeo.

November 21, 2021 ~ Author Scott Shay tells Vanessa about his book "Conspiracy U: A Case Study" that explores Anti-Zionist movements in the far-right and the far-left, including teachings in American universities.

November 14, 2021 ~ Vanessa interview Executive Director Weam Namou, of the Chaldean Cultural Center, located inside the Shenandoah Country Club. Senator Jim Runestad helped secure a $150,000 state enhancement grant to support educational programming, including a mobile museum that is brought into local schools.

November 7, 2021 ~ Vanessa interviewed Comcast Public Relations Vice President about several ways Comcast is connecting and collaborating with the community including investing $325k in Detroit and $230k in West Michigan to Bridge Digital Adoption Gap in both Detroit and in West Michigan.

October 31, 2021 ~ Vanessa speaks to Michigan Dentist Dr. Timothy F. Kosinski about taking care of your teeth during Halloween and the holidays when sweet eating is very prevalent.

October 24, 2021 ~ Vanessa interviewed International Artist Kelsey Montague about creating a new mural for the booming west side of Grand Rapids.

October 17, 2021 ~ Vanessa interviewed Dave Hutson, board member of MI SB FAM about October being Spina Bifida Awareness Month. Dave explained what Spina Bifida is and the importance of bringing awareness, and also the medical advancements in treating the condition.

October 10, 2021 ~ Vanessa interviews Fund a Life Founder Mark Howell about the annual Drive to Survive charity event.

October 3, 2021 ~ Vanessa talks to Paul Davis Restoration of East Michigan Founder Brian Thomas about restorations amidst all the flooding, rain, tornadoes, and other extreme weather happening around Michigan.

September 26, 2021 ~ Vanessa talks to Wellness Plan Medical Centers Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tiffany Sanford about the challenges of providing care while COVID-19 is affecting the healthcare system.

September 19, 2021 ~ Community Development Leader Shadora Ford talks to Vanessa about expanding neighborhood initiatives in Detroit.

September 12, 2021 ~ Michelle Reaves talks to Vanessa about preparing POC students for STEM fields.

September 5, 2021 ~ Vice President of State Markets, East at Priority Health Shannon Wilson gives Vanessa an overview of Total Health Care Foundation.

August 29, 2021 ~ Julie and Scott Halpert talk to Vanessa about their non-profit organization Garrett's Space, named after their son whom they lost to suicide, and their mission to prevent further suicide.

August 22, 2021 ~ General Secretary and Metro Detroit Area Commander for The Salvation Army Eastern Michigan Division Major Tim Meyer talks to Vanessa about the Summer in the City Campaign.

August 15, 2021 ~ Development Center Medical Director Dr. Theadia Carey talks to Vanessa about the the services they offer regardless of insurance status.

August 8, 2021 ~ Vanessa talks to Executive Director of the MotorCities National Heritage Area Shawn Pomaville-Size about the upcoming #ExploreMotorCities Road Tour, which is a fun way to reintroduce Michigan’s auto heritage attractions to the general public.

August 1, 2021 ~ Health and Wellness Spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Shanthi Appelö talks to Vanessa about the link between processed foods and childhood obesity.

July 24, 2021 ~ Detroit Zoological Society Senior Communications Manager Rachelle Spence talks to Vanessa about new things happening at the Detroit Zoo.

July 18, 2021 ~ Laura Bonnell talks to Vanessa about The Bonnell Foundation, and Dr. Samya Nasr's work to improve the lives of children living with cystic fibrosis.

June 11, 2021 ~ Lois Teicher tells Vanessa about the art she has designed that is displayed throughout Michigan, along with The Legacy Gala, an nonprofit art fundraiser at Crystal Mountain.

July 4, 2021 ~ President of 1 Vision Media Group and President of Lamphere Board of Education Anthony Austin talks to Vanessa about the importance of the Fourth of July.

June 27, 2021 ~ Psychiatrist and Author of the book "The God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life" Timothy R. Jennings talks to Vanessa about the benefits of Meditation.

June 20, 2021 ~ Author and DBusiness Magazine Editor RJ King talks to Vanessa about his latest book “Grounds for Freedom: Saving Chernobyl.”