The problems we have in the country are solvable, but not solvable the way we’re approaching them today, because of partisan politics. Richard Helppie, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist seeks to find a place in the middle where common sense discussions can bridge the current great divide.
Rich talks with one of the authors of The Great Barrington Declaration, Dr. Martin Kulldorff of Harvard University about the policy mistakes being made on the societal treatment of Covid 19. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich kicks off his second season of the Common Bridge with an overview of the news events of the past week including President Trump's Covid diagnosis, the vice presidential debates, the never-ending riots in Portland, and much more. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich does an analysis of the first presidential debate/barroom brawl, and also covers the Comey hearings, and sets the stage for the last month before the election. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich takes a fresh and important look at President Trump's Covid 19 diagnosis and what it means going forward. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich brings back Robert Greenfield and introduces Dr. Dawn Lancaster Asper in a terrific episode that's a rapid run-through of today’s topics in a civil discussion with guests speaking for Democrat and Republican POTUS candidates, including 2020 Election, Judiciary & Supreme Court, Healthcare, Immigration, Guns, Economy, Big Tech & Antitrust, Environment, Society, Law Enforcement, International Relations, other topics and some forecasts for the next few months. Don’t miss Episode 63 of “...
This is the second of a two-part interview Rich had with retired and decorated Toledo Police Officer, Bruce Helppie. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich has some thoughts on the passing of Justice Ginsburg and how the country could move forward in the wake of this loss. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich has an informal discussion about policing and police practice with his cousin Bruce Helppie, who is a decorated retired Toledo Police officer who was shot in the line of duty while on a domestic call in 1984. This is part one of a two-part series. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with Anti-Trust expert and scholar, Professor Daniel Crane from the University of Michigan about big tech, privacy, and the impact of neglecting current antitrust laws that have been on the books since the time of Taft, McKinley and Roosevelt. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich takes a look at both the Democratic and Republican virtual conventions and talks about what worked, what didn't, and the road to Election Day...and a warning about what comes after. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with Detriot Lions President and CEO, Rod Wood about the upcoming season and all the changes and precautions that are taking place, as well as a discussion about social justice impacts going into the 20-21 season. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
In this episode, Rich is asked to break down 10 Topics from the week that amoung other things, included Biden's VP pick, Riots in Chicago, and the cancellation of much of college football. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich and Dean talk about alternative ways to provide healthcare that would actually work, as compared to anything we offer today. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich invites past guests, Robert Greenfield an expert in Asian commerce affairs, and Aaron Boesky, the Founder and CEO of Marco Polo Pure Asset Management, based in Hong Kong, to discuss current US-China relations business relations. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich goes over civil unrest, and reaction on both sides, and as always, seeks to find solutions and a place to discuss them, on his Common Bridge. He also teases topics to come in the next two months that will complete Season One. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with Chris Allen, a former hospital administrator in Detroit and founder of Authority Health, which explored social determinants as barriers to good health in urban areas in our country. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with entrepreneur Hunter Howard about his struggles with contracting Covid-19, and the massive action he is taking to find global solutions to manage the disease until a vaccine is found. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with Washtenaw County (Michigan) Sheriff Jerry L. Clayton about policing, the role of police and relationship building with the community. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich breaks down what could go down as one of the most historic six month periods in U.S. history, and sets up what could top that in the final six months. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Once again Rich gets the surprise call to answer off-the-cuff questions on current events. He covers CHOP, a fun turn on things that nobody has ever said, and a whack at Trump and Biden all with same swing. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich picks up on a theme started back on May 2 asking the question if we can't talk about our issues in a civil manner, are we bound for another Civil War. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
In the second and final part of Rich Helppie's interview with former US Attorney Barbara McQuade, Rich and Barb talk about George Floyd, Police reform, The Second Amendment, and policy ideas as they pertain to law enforcement. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
This is first of a two-part interview with former United States Attorney, Barbara McQuade. In part 1, Rich and Barbara talk about the conviction of Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, and the federal case of Micheal Flynn as well as the Russian collusion story. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with former National Hockey League enforcer turned attorney and executive, Stu Grimson about his new book, life in the NHL, and what it's going to take and look like to get the NHL season restarted this year. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich talks with Biologist Michele Arquette-Palermo about the environmental effects that Covid-19 has had. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich goes over his analysis of the Vice Presidential candidates as well as discusses why we need to demand better from our politicians and the media. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich Interviews Dr. John Haller and they discuss COVID-19 origins, potential treatments, and the way forward. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich discusses FBI responsibility in government investigations, with former Deputy Chief of National Security, Kenneth R. Chadwell. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Rich discusses how partisan politics and a stark ideologically divided country are putting us on the brink of a major civil conflict. Rich also discuses the hypocrisy of the MeToo movement, the FBI, and Voter Integrity. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
Hon. Milton Mack Jr, discusses mental health and judicial policy challenges during the Covid era. Rich and Judge Mack talk about the spike in the suicide rate, domestic violence, bail reform and educational disparities during this trying times. Support the show Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!
