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"The West Michigan Weekend Podcast with Phil Tower is a production of WOOD Radio and iHeartRadio in West Michigan. Stay connected with the people, places, and events shaping our community and our great state by subscribing wherever you get your podcasts. We'd love your feedback as well, so please consider leaving us a review! For more of our episodes, find us here , or find us on the iHeartRadio app . Thanks for listening!"
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Booking probability
45%
Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a Pitch"The West Michigan Weekend Podcast with Phil Tower is a production of WOOD Radio and iHeartRadio in West Michigan. Stay connected with the people, places, and events shaping our community and our great state by subscribing wherever you get your podcasts. We'd love your feedback as well, so please consider leaving us a review!
Recent episodes include "Roundabouts, Ramps, and Your Daily Drive: These Are Michigan’s Most Dangerous Intersections (10-25-26)" (24 October 2026, 15 minutes), "MSU Supply Chain Expert Jason Miller: What Does Buying American Really Mean for Your Wallet, and Michigan Jobs? (10-18-26)" (17 October 2026, 14 minutes), and "Vibrant Fall Colors, Elk Viewing, and More: Exploring Autumn Vibes in Gaylord Michigan (10-18-26)" (17 October 2026, 16 minutes).
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio) publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 629 episodes.
Booking probability for West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio) is 45%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio) requires a Pod Score of 90 or higher. West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)'s contact route on record: public web form.
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio) is a news podcast with 629 episodes published.
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West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Two Grand Rapids intersections rank among Michigan’s most crash-prone locations—but what makes them trouble spots? On this episode of iHeartRadio’s West Michigan Weekend, Phil Tower welcomes Brandon Hewitt, chief...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
How much does a “Made in America” label influence what you buy—and what happens when supporting American manufacturing means paying more or waiting longer? On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Fall colors, scenic trails, corn mazes, and hayrides—autumn offers plenty to explore in Gaylord, Michigan! On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower welcomes Paul Beachnau, executive director of the...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, Phil Tower speaks with David Madiol, Director of Development at Guiding Light, about the organization’s work helping people recover from addiction and rebuild their lives. They...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend , Phil Tower welcomes back Melissa F. Kaelin, author, longtime aurora chaser, and founder of Michigan Aurora Chasers. Melissa shares the experience that sparked her fascination...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower welcomes Vonnie Woodrick, founder of i understand , an organization working to change the conversation around mental and brain health, grief, and suicide. Vonnie...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Difficult relationships can leave us feeling defensive, frustrated, or simply stuck. On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower welcomes Rev. Dr. Tanner Smith, Chief of Consulting and Culture at the Grand...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower talks with Carmen Docter, Manager of Retail and Specialty Pharmacies at Trinity Health Grand Rapids , about a new partnership with Dispensary of Hope, a...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend , host Phil Tower talks with internationally known author, speaker, and Bible educator Jeff Cavins about his newest project, The Great Adventure Catholic Bible for Young...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Electric vehicles and the infrastructure supporting them are changing quickly. On this episode of iHeartRadio West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower welcomes back EV expert Karl Bloss, host of the Zero E Michigan...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Why are some young adults choosing a life of faith and service in an age of seemingly limitless career options? On this episode of West Michigan Weekend , Phil Tower sits down with Father Nick Baker, Associate Director...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Michigan-based furniture retailer Gardner White is making history with its first-ever West Michigan location, and in this episode of West Michigan Weekend, CEO Rachel Stewart joins host Phil Tower to discuss what this...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Data Centers Are Coming to Michigan—Is the State Ready? Artificial intelligence is fueling a boom in massive data centers, and Michigan has quickly become one of the nation's hottest destinations for these...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
In this updated conversation, Phil Tower welcomes back Whitney Waara, Chief Operating Officer for Traverse City Tourism , with the latest on the second annual Traverse City Food & Wine Festival , happening August 19–23...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend , host Phil Tower welcomes independent journalist, filmmaker, and one of YouTube's most compelling storytellers (he has 4.3 million subscribers!), Peter Santenello , whose...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Housing affects everyone—whether you're renting, buying your first home, raising a family, or hoping the next generation can afford to stay in West Michigan. On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
What really happened behind the scenes during Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign? Veteran political strategist Tad Devine, Sanders' chief strategist, joins West Michigan Weekend with host Phil Tower to discuss...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes Mike Busley, co-founder of Grand Traverse Pie Company. Grand Traverse Pie Company is celebrating 30 years of handcrafted pies, made-from-scratch comfort food, and strong...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
On this episode of West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower talks with K ent County Clerk and Register of Deeds, Lisa Posthumus Lyons, about everything voters need to know before heading to the polls. From early voting...
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Can Christians disagree without becoming divided? Author Skot Welch joins Phil Tower to discuss his new book, Mending Sunday , exploring how churches can embrace diversity, strengthen unity, and build healthier...
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Bernie Sanders’ 2016 chief campaign strategist, Devine Mulvey Longabaugh Media
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Pinellas County Commission Chair, McSweeney’s
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