"Conversations with Mark" Podcast

I’m State Senator Mark Huizenga, and I want to invite you to my new podcast, Conversations with Mark.

This podcast is about listening and learning. I’ll be sitting down with community members, local leaders, organizations, and elected officials from Michigan’s 30th Senate District.

We’ll have honest conversations about the issues that matter most to families, including making sure our kids get a great education, lowering everyday costs, keeping our communities safe, and talking about the future of West Michigan.

New episodes drop every other Thursday, and I hope you’ll join the conversation.

Conversations with McDonalds

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Ryan Reardon, local McDonald’s Franchisee. We discuss the challenges of running a small business, taking care of your employees and giving back to the community you serve.

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Conversations with McDonalds

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Ryan Reardon, local McDonald’s Franchisee. We discuss the challenges of running a small business, taking care of your employees and giving back to the community you serve.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Ryan Reardon, local McDonald’s Franchisee. We discuss the challenges of running a small business, taking care of your employees and giving back to the community you serve.

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Conversations with Mayor Rosalynn Bliss

In this week’s episode of _Conversations with Mark_, I am joined by Rosalynn Bliss, former mayor of Grand Rapids. We discuss the importance of local government, the planning required to run a municipality, and the blessings and challenges that come with growth.

In this week’s episode of _Conversations with Mark_, I am joined by Rosalynn Bliss, former mayor of Grand Rapids. We discuss the importance of local government, the planning required to run a municipality, and the blessings and challenges that come with growth.

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Conversations with LMCU

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Julie Leonard, President and CEO of Lake Michigan Credit Union. We discuss the vital role credit unions play in our communities, including their work in financial literacy and homeownership.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Julie Leonard, President and CEO of Lake Michigan Credit Union. We discuss the vital role credit unions play in our communities, including their work in financial literacy and homeownership.

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Conversations with Johnny Brann Jr.

In this week’s episode of _Conversations with Mark_, I am joined by Johnny Brann Jr., restaurateur and business leader. We discuss the history of the Brann Family, the businesses he has started, and how he gets involved and gives back to the West Michigan community.

In this week’s episode of _Conversations with Mark_, I am joined by Johnny Brann Jr., restaurateur and business leader. We discuss the history of the Brann Family, the businesses he has started, and how he gets involved and gives back to the West Michigan community.

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Conversations with the City of Coopersville

*In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Kate Terpstra, the marketing and economic administrator and senior recreational director for the city of Coopersville. We discuss the growth of Coopersville, maintaining the small town feel and creating community engagement.*

*In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Kate Terpstra, the marketing and economic administrator and senior recreational director for the city of Coopersville. We discuss the growth of Coopersville, maintaining the small town feel and creating community engagement.*

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Conversations with Swanson Pickle Company

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Katie Hensley, CFO at Swanson Pickle Co. We discuss how this family farm grew from a postwar idea into a product found on shelves nationwide and what it takes each day to maintain their impressive operation.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Katie Hensley, CFO at Swanson Pickle Co. We discuss how this family farm grew from a postwar idea into a product found on shelves nationwide and what it takes each day to maintain their impressive operation.

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Conversations with the League of Michigan Bicyclists

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Bill Brennan, an active member of the League of Michigan Bicyclists. We discuss the beautiful trails we have here in West Michigan, how cycling brings people together, and policy that keeps cyclists safe on the road.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Bill Brennan, an active member of the League of Michigan Bicyclists. We discuss the beautiful trails we have here in West Michigan, how cycling brings people together, and policy that keeps cyclists safe on the road.

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Conversations with the Michigan Railroad Association

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Jon Cool, President of the Michigan Railroad Association. We discuss the various railways in our state, how they support our economy, and the modern technology used to keep rail transportation safe.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Jon Cool, President of the Michigan Railroad Association. We discuss the various railways in our state, how they support our economy, and the modern technology used to keep rail transportation safe.

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Conversations with Homestead Orchards

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Adam Dietrich, Co-Owner of Homestead Orchards and President of the Ottawa County Farm Bureau. We discuss the importance of agriculture in our community, teaching our youth where their food comes from, and the diversity of farming right here in West Michigan.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I am joined by Adam Dietrich, Co-Owner of Homestead Orchards and President of the Ottawa County Farm Bureau. We discuss the importance of agriculture in our community, teaching our youth where their food comes from, and the diversity of farming right here in West Michigan.

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Conversations with the Gerald R. Ford International Airport

Join me for my podcast conversation with Tory Richardson, the President and CEO of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. We discussed the airports growth, upcoming projects, and how it has become one of the top airports nationally.

Join me for my podcast conversation with Tory Richardson, the President and CEO of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. We discussed the airports growth, upcoming projects, and how it has become one of the top airports nationally.

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Conversations with Jo DeMarco

Join me or a conversation with Jo DeMarco, clerk for Ada township. We discuss what a typical day looks like for a clerk, the important role of local government, and her favorite part of serving the people of Ada!

Join me or a conversation with Jo DeMarco, clerk for Ada township. We discuss what a typical day looks like for a clerk, the important role of local government, and her favorite part of serving the people of Ada!

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Conversations with Conservation Districts

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I sat down with Rivka Hodgkinson, Exectuive director of the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts. We discuss how conservation districts educate the public on native plants through spring and summer plant sales.

In this week’s episode of Conversations with Mark, I sat down with Rivka Hodgkinson, Exectuive director of the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts. We discuss how conservation districts educate the public on native plants through spring and summer plant sales.

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