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Livemic Communications Podcast Network

Livemic Communications Podcast Network

Written by: Richard
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Richard Piet, known to terrestrial radio listeners in Southwest Michigan for years as the genial host of an informative and engaging interview program, founded Livemic Communications in 2021. Livemic helps businesses, non-profits, entrepreneurs share their stories with purposeful podcast engagement tools.


As a media interviewer for more than 20 years, Richard brings his skills to clients' episodes and creates a dynamic back-and-forth where interviewees show their expertise, build trust and audiences, and help them build new relationships.


Learn more at LivemicCommunications.com.

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Episodes
  • (Community Matters 170) A Peak Behind the Scenes of the Battle Creek Battle Jacks with General Manager Sam Connell
    Jan 9 2026

    It may be a few months away, but the Battle Creek Battle Jacks are already preparing to kick off their 2026 season on May 27 at MCCU Field. General Manager Sam Connell talks to Community Matters about what it takes to make a community-driven entertainment experience both on and off the field and what to expect in the upcoming season. Connell also gives a look behind the scenes of what it takes to build a team like the Battle Jacks and how the league works compared to the major and minor leagues you may be more familiar with.

    Episode Resources

    Battle Creek Battle Jacks Website

    ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
    Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.

    Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

    Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website and let us know!

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    31 mins
  • (Community Matters 170) Sharing Spaces, Sharing Goals: A Conversation about Racial Healing in Battle Creek
    Jan 9 2026

    The Battle Creek Coalition for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (BCTRHT) is hosting The National Day of Racial Healing in Battle Creek on January 20, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the DoubleTree Hilton in downtown Battle Creek.

    BCTRHT Co-CEO Elizabeth Garcia talks to Community Matters about their history, vision and what to expect at the event. The theme of this year's event is The Rhythm of Our Humanity and is free, open to the public and dinner is included.

    Episode Resources
    The National Day of Racial Healing Website


    ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
    Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays at 8:00 AM and PM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.

    Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

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    26 mins
  • (Community Matters 169) DBCZ Events Report January 2026
    Jan 1 2026

    Community Matters highlights upcoming events presented by the Downtown Battle Creek Zine (DBCZ)!

    In this update, Annie Kelley shares ideas for local things to do to ease into the new year.

    Episode Resources
    Follow DBCZ on Facebook

    ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS
    Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays at 8:00 AM on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.

    Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

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    10 mins
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