• Mental Health Matters - Talking with the experts from the Rochester Hills Resiliency Center
    Jun 2 2025

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're dedicated to breaking down stigmas and fostering open dialogue. Tune in as Mayor Barnett is joined by Common Ground's Jamie Ayers and Phillip Hunter to discuss common mental health challenges, practical self-care strategies, and the importance of seeking support. Because your well-being matters, and help is Right Down The Street.

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    24 mins
  • Secrets of the Mansion: A Journey Through Meadow Brook Hall
    May 7 2025

    There is no denying the beauty and influence that Meadow Brook Hall has had on our local community. Join Mayor Bryan Barnett as he talks with Shannon O’Berski, Director of External Affairs at Meadow Brook Estate, about this magnificent home and its grounds, the Dodge-Wilson family and their impact on our community, and get a little inside info on one of America’s Castles that just happens to be Right Down the Street.



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    26 mins
  • Celebrating the Legacy of our Local Women Leaders
    Mar 27 2025

    As we wrap up Women's History Month, join Mayor Bryan Barnett as he sits down with Ann Echols, recently sworn-in Assistant Chief/Fire Marshall for the Rochester Hills Fire Department to talk about her new role, what drew her to the profession, and what it’s like to be the City’s first female Chief and Fire Marshal.
    Later Mayor Barnett is joined by Samantha Lawrence, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm Museum Archivist, to talk about and celebrate some of the incredible women who shaped the rich history of our local area.

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    30 mins
  • The Home Bakery and America's Favorite Cake
    Jan 17 2025

    If you love the Detroit Lions and you love cake... you're sure to love this episode of Right Down the Street!

    Locals have known for decades what extraordinary baked goods are produced by Heather Tocco and her team at the Home Bakery in Downtown Rochester, Michigan. Their most recent windowfront cake creation, a life-size replica of Amon-Ra St. Brown in his iconic upside down pose, has wowed the nation and drawn droves of spectators, including Mr. St. Brown himself. In this episode, Mayor Barnett and Heather delve into Lions excitement, hometown pride, and cake engineering at its best!

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    24 mins
  • At Emagine Theater with Paul Glantz
    Dec 12 2024

    Mayor Barnett talks with Paul Glantz, co-founder and chairman of Emagine Entertainment Inc., and the driving force behind the development and operation of metro Detroit’s Emagine theatres. Listen as they chat about the importance of customer service, having something for everyone, and where Paul sees the movie theater industry heading in the next 5-10 years.



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    25 mins
  • Visiting the Parade Company with Tony Michaels
    Nov 18 2024

    A distinguished Michigan business leader, Tony Michaels has been at the helm of The Parade Company since 2009. Now serving as the iconic non-profit organization’s CEO and President, Tony has found his passion in delighting generations of families by putting on massive events like America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade presented by Gardner White, Ford Fireworks and Hob Nobble Gobble presented by Ford, and the Strategic Staffing Solutions annual Turkey Trot.

    Enjoy this look into what it is like to put on world-class events year after year, and run one of the area’s most iconic organizations.

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    21 mins
  • Back to School with Nick Russo and Jim Schwarz
    Sep 12 2024

    For many, September brings forth feelings of new possibilities and new beginnings, none more so for our two distinguished guests Dr. Jim Schwarz, superintendent of Avondale School District, and Mr. Nick Russo, superintendent of Rochester Community Schools. Join Mayor Barnett as he sits down for an insightful talk about the current national teacher shortage, why relationship building is the key to so many things in life, finding purpose and intention, and so much more.

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    25 mins
  • Melissa Weisse
    Jul 1 2024

    Life conspires to bring you where you're supposed to be. And life has conspired to bring Melissa Weisse across the pond to Leader Dogs for the Blind. Serving now as the organization's CEO and President, Melissa has found her passion in helping people create pathways to greater independence. She and Mayor Barnett discuss everything from art and puppies to fundraising and philanthropy. Enjoy this look into what it is like to run one of the largest human service organizations in the world.

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    24 mins
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