071726 ~ Ann Arbor Art Fair - Ashley Schafer

071726 ~ Health Impact of Wildfire Smoke - Dr. Laurie Dixon

July 17, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Dr. Laurie Dixon, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Trinity Health Livingston. With Canadian wildfire smoke significantly affecting the air quality across the state of Michigan, many residents — especially those with preexisting medical conditions — are concerned about the potential health impacts of prolonged exposure to unhealthy air. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

071726 ~ The Weekly Wag! - Wendy Welch

July 17, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Wendy Welch, Communications Director at The Humane Society of Huron Valley, for this week's Weekly Wag! Wendy introduces Scrabble, a one-year-old dog currently looking for a new home. Wendy covers how HSHV names their shelter pets and discusses the vital importance of keeping animals cool during hot weather. Visit HSHV.org to adopt Scrabble or meet other animals available for same-day adoption! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

071726 ~ Weekend Events! - Michael Bright

July 17, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Michael Bright, Assistant Calendar Editor, Ann Arbor Observer. Michael takes a look at the weekend events ahead! Michael previews upcoming community events including the Art Fair and the Thunder over Michigan Air Show. He highlights local theater performances at Theater Nova and the annual Manchester Chicken Broil taking place this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

071726 ~ "The Odyssey" - Perry Seibert

July 17, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Perry Seibert, Michigan Movie Critics Guild, for this week's Talking Pictures! Perry evaluates Christopher Nolan’s new epic adaptation, “The Odyssey,” noting its technical brilliance as a practical production despite his reservations about the director’s cold approach to characters. He praises Matt Damon’s lead performance and the intensity of the middle act while criticizing the confusing action sequences and the disappointing, unearned ending. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

071726 ~ Ann Arbor Art Fair - Ashley Schafer

July 17, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Ashley Schafer, Executive Director, Main Street Area Association. The Ann Arbor Art Fair continues despite poor air quality from smoke. Organizers are distributing masks and advising visitors to stay hydrated while shopping downtown. Local businesses remain open with various sales and activities available for those attending the event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.