Right Down the Street with Mayor Bryan K. Barnett
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
Episodes
45 episodes
Celebrating the Legacy of our Local Women Leaders
As we wrap up Women's History Month, join Mayor Bryan Barnett as he sits down with Ann Echols, recently sworn-in Assistant Chief/Fire Marshall for the Rochester Hills Fire Department to talk about her new role, what drew her to the profession, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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29:37
The Home Bakery and America's Favorite Cake
If you love the Detroit Lions and you love cake... you're sure to love this episode of Right Down the Street!Locals have known for decades what extraordinary baked goods are produced by Heather Tocco and her team at the Home Bakery in D...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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23:51
At Emagine Theater with Paul Glantz
Mayor Barnett talks with Paul Glantz, co-founder and chairman of Emagine Entertainment Inc., and the driving force behind the development and operation of metro Detroit’s Emagine theatres. Listen as they chat about the importance of custo...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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25:08
Visiting the Parade Company with Tony Michaels
A distinguished Michigan business leader, Tony Michaels has been at the helm of The Parade Company since 2009. Now serving as the iconic non-profit organization’s CEO and President, Tony has found his passion in delighting generations of famili...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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20:36
Back to School with Nick Russo and Jim Schwarz
For many, September brings forth feelings of new possibilities and new beginnings, none more so for our two distinguished guests Dr. Jim Schwarz, superintendent of Avondale School District, and Mr. Nick Russo, superintendent of Rochester Commun...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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25:08
Melissa Weisse
Life conspires to bring you where you're supposed to be. And life has conspired to bring Melissa Weisse across the pond to Leader Dogs for the Blind. Serving now as the organization's CEO and President, Melissa has found her passion in helping ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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23:35
Garth and Klint Pleasant
Father-son duo, Garth and Klint Pleasant, join Mayor Barnett on this special Father's Day episode. Garth Pleasant had a long and distinguished career as the head coach of Rochester Christian University's men's basketball team, leading the progr...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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30:45
RCS Competitive Cheer
Rochester Community Schools have dominated MHSAA Division 1 Competitive Cheer for the last decade, with the three RCS high schools taking turns at the top. At the state competition last month, Stoney Creek took the title, Adams came in second, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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28:06
Dropping the Puck with NHL's Craig Wolanin, Steve Guolla & Dave Legwand
Mayor Barnett is joined by three former NHL players, Craig Wolanin, Steve Guolla, and Dave Legwand. They all have a Detroit-Rochester Hills area connection and are not just great athletes, they are great members of our community. Wooly, Gooey a...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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38:10
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell
In this special "Lead with Impact" segment, Mayor Barnett invites New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell to share her story. She was the first woman to be elected as Mayor of New Orleans in the city's 300 year history. Now in her second term of offi...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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24:33
Erik Qualman
It’s not every day you get to swap stories, cheer on the Detroit Lions, and predict the future with a superhero. But Mayor Barnett did just that with none other than Equalman. Erik Qualman, also known as Equalman, was raised in Rochester Hills ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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28:23
Kristi Trevarrow
Imagine your entire hometown downtown painted in holiday lights, each historic Main Street building lit in a different bold hue. That was the vision Kristi Trevarrow, Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Development Authority, had for D...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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25:14
Lomas Brown
Lions Radio Analyst, Former NFL Offensive Tackle, and recent Pride of the Lions inductee, Lomas Brown, shares stories with Mayor Barnett about players, coaches, successes, struggles, teamwork and more. Lomas had an incredibly long career...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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34:48
Denise Ilitch
The Ilitch name is synonymous with Detroit, and the Ilitch family’s impact has rippled across Michigan and echoes around the world. What began with a dream and one small Little Caesar’s restaurant, grew into a multifaceted business empire, enco...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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30:04
Dave LewAllen
You know him as a steady and trusted pillar of Detroit television news, reporting without fear or favor at WXYZ-TV for 35 years. But do you know his nickname, his newest hobby or the most difficult stories he managed? Proud Rochester Hills resi...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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33:38
Pat McKay and Lauren Sinacola
Rochester Hills’ Stoney Creek Village has lived out the “it takes a village” concept in remarkable ways for 200 years. The first families to settle in our city in 1823 are much like the ones who live here today. Traits like an innovative spirit...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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31:16
Mother's Day - Meet Mom & Grandma
Mayor Barnett sits down with two of the most important women in his life - his mom and grandma - in this special Mother’s Day episode. Topics include values passed down through generations, “how I met your father,” embarrassing stories about Ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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21:48
Janelle Tischer
Exceptional companies create a brand that elicits an emotional connection. Disney is one of them, and long-time Rochester Hills resident, Janelle Tischer, is one of their key strategists. As the Vice President, Category Strategy, at the Walt Di...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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25:51
Greg Kampe
March Madness is upon us and college basketball is on everyone’s mind. Mayor Barnett sits down with Oakland University’s head basketball coach, Greg Kampe, and three stars from this season’s team: Jalen Moore, Trey Townsend and Blake Lampman. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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38:10
Glenn McIntosh
Mayor Barnett talks with Oakland University trailblazer, Glenn McIntosh, about Glenn’s passion for student success and the value he places on collaboration, intentional living and mentor relationships, including the impact Arnold Schwarzenegger...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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30:02
Sandy Stiner
The New Year inspires fresh hope and new possibilities. Long distance runner, Sandy Stiner, knows how to push past perceived limits. Mayor Barnett met Sandy in 2017 when she boldly let him know, “I run this town.” Sandy had, in fact, been syste...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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30:08
Barnett Siblings
Mayor Barnett’s siblings join him for a special holiday episode. Bryan, Chris, Andrea and Matt reminisce about what it was like growing up together and what makes their bond so strong.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:19
Nichole Kraatz
Meet the chief engineer of the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV pickup truck, Nichole Kraatz. A graduate of Adams High School and Oakland University, Nichole is a homegrown hero, making incredible strides in the automotive industry. She is passionate ab...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:42
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard joins Mayor Barnett to weigh in on everything from school safety, media and politics to college football, comfort dogs and Wyatt Earp. Sheriff Bouchard runs one of the nation's largest Sheriff's Offices, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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33:48
Jenny Brown & Ziad Kassab
Some people talk about diversity, equity and inclusion and other people just make it happen. Jenny Brown and Ziad Kassab are the latter. Jenny is the co-founder and CEO of Dutton Farm. She is on a mission to celebrate, educate and employ people...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:35
