City Pulse on the Air on Impact 89FM

Events rundown, Masaki Takahashi and StoopFest

Editor in Chief Berl Schwartz discusses with Travis Wilson, owner of Noble Road Co. about the rise of the thriving cannabis industry.

What's going on this week and a discussion on Lansing DIY music with Edward Emmerich

Production editor Skyler Ashley goes over interesting events coming to Lansing this week and speaks with Edward Emmerich of Dead Hour Noise about life as a DIY musician in Greater Lansing.

Edward Emmerich of Dead Hour Noise and the weekend rundown

Production editor Skyler Ashley speaks with Edward Emmerich, guitarist of the local metal and punk group Dead Hour Noise, and upcoming events in Lansing are discussed.

Rundown of this week's events and Dr. Surae Eaton-Sangster

Production Editor Skyler Ashley gives a breakdown of what's happening in Greater Lansing this weekend, and reporter Audrey Matusz interviews Dr. Surae Eaton-Sangster, a beloved 72-year-old family doctor from Sparrow Hospital.

Lansing Legend Barbara Davis, Black Excellence & This Week's Events

Production Editor Skyler Ashley runs down events in Greater Lansing happening this week from Monday, March 7 to Saturday, March 12. Reporter Audrey Matusz interviews 72-year-old Barbara Davis as part of City Pulse's Lansing Legends series, which examines local residents who have witnessed generations of Black excellence.

Lansing Legend Art Austin, Black Excellence & This Week's Events

Production Editor Skyler Ashley runs down events in Greater Lansing happening this week from Monday, February 28 to Saturday, March 5. Reporter Audrey Matusz interviews Art Austin as part of City Pulse's Lansing Legends series, which examines local residents who have witnessed generations of Black excellence.

Ellery Sosebee's Lansing Chief of Police

On this weeks episode, Todd Haywood interviews Lansing Chief of Police Ellery Sosebee. Sosebee has been apart of the Lansing Police Department since 2002. He talks about the goals and challenges he faces at the department. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Frankie's Wood Fired Oven Transition

On this weeks episode, Kyle Kaminski interviews Frank Tignanelli - who is the owner of Detroit Frankie's Wood Fired Oven. Tignanelli explains the transition of the pizza restaurant becoming a BBQ restaurant. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Ryan Claytor Illustrates "A Hunter's Tale"

On this weeks episode, Skylar Ashley interviews Ryan Claytor, who is the coordinator of Michigan State's Comic Art & Graphic Novel minor. Claytor is a comic book artist and illustrated a poem his grandfather wrote titled "A Hunter's Tale". Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Delia Kropp LGBTQ+ rights advocate

On this episode of the City Pulse, Skylar Ashley speaks with transgender actress Delia Kropp who is a LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Kropp was the first transgender actress to play the role as Charlotte Van Meltzer in a Pulitzer and Tony award winning play. She will be making her film debut soon in a motion picture titled Landlocked. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Funny is Funny Comedy Club

On this weeks episode of City Pulse, Skylar Ashley speaks with Lansing standup comedian, Amaru. Amaru is the organizer behind a new comedy club called "Funny is Funny" which is located in the old Lansing mall cinema. Ashely asks about the planning of the club and the first few shows. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Michigan Justice Reform and Behavior Credit Systems

On this episode of the City Pulse, Skylar Ashley talks to Mary Cusack and Jack Wagner of the Michigan Justice Advocacy Organization. Michigan is one of six states that does not have a behavior credit system for the incarcerated, leading them to talk about how justice reform is important in Michigan. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

The World of Underground Comedy Pt.2

On this episode of City Pulse, Skylar Ashley looks into a underground comedy venue that brings entertainment from under a front porch of an East Lansing house. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Compilation of Local Indie Bands

On this episode of the City Pulse, Skylar Ashley features a compilation of music from local indie rock bands. The compilation is titled "This must be the place, quality hits from Lansing", it was put together GTG Records and music writer and City Pulse contributor, Rich Tupica. Each song is a cover from local bands. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

The World of Underground Comedy

On this episode of City Pulse, reporter Cole Tunningley looks into a house venue known as the Salsa Parlor. Tunningley interviews the host of Salsa Parlor and comedians featured at the venue. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Pumpstock Music Festival and the Michigan Chicken Wing Festival

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley recaps upcoming events in Lansing and reporter Cole Tunningley reports on the Pumpstock Music Festival and the upcoming Michigan Chicken Wing Festival. Music writer Rich Tupica plays tracks from Detroit garage rock legends, The Dirtbombs. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Local Upcoming Lansing events, the Michigan Chicken Wing Festival and The Chancellors

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley breaks down cool events coming to Lansing in the near future, and reporter Cole Tunningley shares all the details on the upcoming Michigan Chicken Wing Festival at Adado Riverfront Park. Music writer Rich Tupica plays two tracks from classic Michigan garage rock group The Chancellors. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on 88.9 FM The Impact.

Lawrence Cosentino and Taylor Fabus

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley speaks with senior staff writer Lawrence Cosentino about the 20th anniversary of City Pulse. The two discuss Cosentino's long history with the paper and his experience growing as a writer and reporter. Cole Tunningley interviews Taylor Fabus, an extension educator in the Animal Science Department at Michigan State University. They talk about her work with horse exhibitions at the Ingham County Fair. Music writer Rich Tupica caps...

Pumpstock Music Festival and Two-Faced Wilson

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, reporter Cole Tunningley talks to Smitty Smith, one of the key organizers of the 2021 Pumpstock Music Festival. Pumpstock is an annual music festival dedicated to roots music and Americana. It was canceled last year due to the pandemic, but now it's coming back strong than ever with a roster of acts from around the country. Arts editor Skyler Ashley interviews musician Adam Droscha, a singer/songwriter who performs across Michigan with the indie/blues ro...

Sally Potter and Jenn Carpenter

Nevin Speerbrecker and Hillary Coleman

On this revamped edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley interviews frequent City Pulse collaborator Nevin Speerbrecker. Speerbrecker has illustrated, designed and painted several of City Pulse's most memorable covers over the past few years. Ashley discusses with Speerbrecker his career path as a designer and artist, as well as his current projects and his future ambitions. Reporter Cole Tunningley speaks with Hillary Coleman, founder of 1991 Greenery. 1991 Greenery is a loc...

Sirnico Williams and Deanna Brown

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley talks with Sirnico Williams about the skateboarding culture in Lansing. Ashley also speaks with Deanna Brown, owner of the Everything is Cheesecake food truck, about what it's like to own and operate a food truck here in Lansing. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Tommy Plural and Best Friend's Club

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley speaks with local musician Tommy Plural about the livestream concert service he helped created known as Best Friend's Club. Best Friend's Club was created during the COVID-19 pandemic to help emulate the experience of attending a local rock gig. You can learn more at GTGRecords.net Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 88.9 FM.

Victor Ving and Mac’s Bar Tribute Compilation

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley takes over hosting duties for publisher Berl Schwartz. Ashley interviews traveling mural artist Victor Ving who, along with his partner Lisa Beggs, has been touring the United States painting murals inspired by vintage greeting cards in different cities. Ving and Beggs are heading to East Lansing on May 10 to paint a mural on the south-facing wall of the Roadhouse Pub. Ving shares his experiences on the road and explains how the...

Ricci Levy and Larry Cook

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, reporter Todd Heywood interviews Ricci J. Levy of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation. Heywood talks with Levy about her work with the foundation to secure to affirm sexual freedom as a fundamental human right. Ashley also talks with Larry Hook, adviser of the LCC student paper The Lookout, about capturing the top Division 3 prize from the Michigan Press Association. Rich Tupica closes the show with music from the Holland-based rock band New Era. Listen to C...

The 4/20 Special

City Pulse editor and publisher Berl Schwartz returns to his usual hosting duties for a special 4/20 edition of City Pulse On the Air. Schwartz interviews Travis Wilson, who works in the processing end of the local marijuana industry, and managing editor Kyle Kaminski interviews City Clerk Chris Swope. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Impact 89 FM.

This Must Be the Place

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, we feature tracks from a music compilation put together by a score of Lansing indie rock bands. The compilation is titled “This Must Be the Place: Quality Hits From Lansing” and was put together by GTG Records with help from music writer and City Pulse contributor Rich Tupica. Each song is a cover track performed by a Lansing band. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on 88.9 FM The Impact.

Don Cochran

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, reporter Todd Heywood interviews COVID-19 long hauler Don Cochran about his experiences living with recovering from the coronavirus. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on 88,9 FM The Impact.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, reporter Todd Heywood interviews Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about the one-year anniversary of the coronavirus pandemic in Michigan. Listen to City Pulse On the Air every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on 88.9 FM The Impact.

Parker Curtis and Rahjah Evans

On this edition of City Pulse On the Air, arts editor Skyler Ashley speaks with Parker Curtis and Rahjah Evans, founders of Wild Ferns Wellness Center, a brand new Lansing hub that combines services such as therapy, massage and hair care, and is a safe, welcoming space that caters to the needs of people of color and members of the LGBTQ community.