Mayor Bryan K. Barnett

Right Down the Street with Mayor Bryan K. Barnett

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It’s the people that make Rochester Hills, Michigan great. This podcast celebrates the ideas and perspectives, the creativity and passion, and the backgrounds and vocations of our people. It raises the awareness of the diversity of our neighbors, introduces us to new ways of thinking, and familiarizes us with those we didn't know, or didn’t know much about. It’s about investing time and getting to know people -- people who literally live right down the street. If you have questions or suggestions for future shows, email us at mayorsoffice@rochesterhills.org

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Mayor Bryan K. Barnett

Episodes

Brad Keselowski 20.08.2021 24:47

NASCAR great and Rochester Hills native Brad Keselowski talks to Mayor Barnett about growing up in the Brooklands neighborhood of the City, his favorite subject in high school (auto shop), and the high value he places on community and philanthropy. Despite Brad's remarkable motorsports career, it's clear that Michigan and Rochester Hills continue to be incredibly important to him and his...

Chris Palazzolo 18.06.2021 33:56

Healthcare executive Chris Palazzolo, President & CEO of Ascension Genesys Hospital and Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, talks with Mayor Barnett about operating a hospital during a pandemic - addressing constant change - and the importance of collaboration, even amongst competitors. The pair also speak about the future of healthcare, discussing inevitable industry consolidation and di...

Fiona Turett 26.04.2021 32:38

From Meadowbrook Elementary, West Middle School and Rochester High to the Mission Control Center of NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, Mayor Barnett sits down with Fiona Turett, a member of NASA's latest class of Flight Directors. Imagine being at the forefront of everything that humans do in space: That's what Fiona does. No pressure at all. Hear her remarkable story and the i...

Aly Lela 12.04.2021 31:33

Oakland University instructor of Islamic Studies, Aly Lela, talks with Mayor Barnett about the prayer, fasting and meditation that occurs during the month of Ramadan, dispels some of the misconceptions about Islam and the Muslim religion and why he chose Rochester Hills to be home for he and his family. This podcast was recorded on the first day of Ramadan, April 12, 2021. Rochester Hills IS Innov...

Gina Kell Spehn & Sam Kell 12.04.2021 30:25

New Day Foundation for Families co-Founder and President Gina Kell Spehn and her son, Sam Kell, share their unspeakable, unimaginable and unbelievable story -- and how they continue to turn tragedy into triumph. Their family's narrative is profiled in the NY Times bestselling book "The Color of Rain" and a Hallmark Channel movie by the same name. Hope, inspiration, faith, helping ot...

Frank Beckmann 29.03.2021 25:09

Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann joins Mayor Barnett to talk about how he realized his childhood dream, the people that guided his career, breaking the news of Jimmy Hoffa's disappearance, his passion for UofM football, his philosophy on giving back, and the things that make our community so special. Rochester Hills IS Innovative by Nature and the "Preeminent Place to Live, Wo...

Pastor Chris Brooks 15.03.2021 30:11

Mayor Barnett sits down with Chris Brooks, Senior Pastor at Woodside Bible Church, to discuss Pastor Brooks' journey, what and who inspires him, the importance of leadership and hope, and his love for the church, his family, his community -- and his Michigan State Spartans. Rochester Hills IS Innovative by Nature and the "Preeminent Place to Live, Work and Raise a Family." Learn mor...