 Media Meet is a weekly public affairs program which delves into the issues that are important to the people of the Upper Great Lakes Region. During the half-hour program, local media representatives, community leaders and special guests of regional, national, and international prominence, engage in intelligent discussion and candid debate regarding topics of local interest.
Media Meet, with its unbiased, quality public affairs reporting, has been a cornerstone of Public TV 13’s local production schedule for more than 20 years. Past guests of Media Meet have included astronaut Jerry Linenger, civil rights leader Roger Wilkins and five Michigan Supreme Court Justices.
Media Meet is produced and hosted by Sonya Chrisman.
Broadcast Schedule:
Saturdays at 6:30 pm, repeating Sundays at 1:30 pm on Public TV13
Saturdays at 1:00 pm, repeating Mondays at 3:30 pm on Public Radio 90
Listen to this week's Media Meet via audio podcast from Public Radio 90.
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“Non-Profits & Volunteers”
There are 2,300 registered nonprofits in the U.P. with $1.27 billion in assets, according to the National Center for Charitable Statistics. Find out how much of a force nonprofits are in Washington and Lansing, and how local communities can tap into their benefits. (Repeat)
Saturday, July 4 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, July 5 at 1:30 pm ET
“U.S. Representative, Peter Hoekstra”
Eight term Michigan Republican Peter Hoekstra from the 2nd congressional district will discuss timely issues, including the closing of Guantanamo Bay, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, waterboarding, President Obama’s stimulus package and his run for the governor of Michigan. Hoekstra is a ranking member on the Committee on Intelligence.
Saturday, July 11 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, July 12 at 1:30 pm ET
“Medicare & Medicaid Update”
Elder Law Attorney Paul Sturgul discusses updates in the Medicaid and Medicare programs, and looks at some of the current proposals for National Health Care.
Saturday, July 18 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, July 19 at 1:30 pm ET
“Veterans Benefits Update”
With Michigan’s budget in crisis, many programs for vets have been cut. Guests will relay the latest news on benefits for veterans, along with suggestions for alternatives in Michigan.
Saturday, July 25 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, July 26 at 1:30 pm ET
Program topics are subject to change in order to cover timely news and events.
Recordings of recent Media Meet programs are available on DVD for $15, which includes shipping. Call 800-227-9668, or 227-1300 during regular business hours (8 am-5 pm ET weekdays) and order by phone with your credit card. Please let us know the program title or broadcast date of the program you want to purchase when you call. Or download our video order form. |
