 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
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“Global Environment”
As part of the first annual Indigenous Earth Day Summit at N.M.U., delegates from Australia will provide a global perspective. Their goal is to expand awareness of the term “indigenous” and to shed light on traditional ecological knowledge.
Saturday, April 26 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, April 27 at 1:30 pm ET
“Aging America”
What can baby boomers do now to prepare for their golden years? Elder Law Attorney Paul Sturgul will discuss matters concerning Medicare, Medicaid, and the Look-Back Law.
Saturday, May 3 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, May 4 at 1:30 pm ET
“Post Secret”
It’s one of the more popular websites worldwide containing some of the deepest and even darkest secrets of humankind. We’ll hear from Frank Warren, the creator of “Post Secret,” a website with roughly 2,500 anonymous post cards.
Saturday, May 10 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, May 11 at 1:30 pm ET
“Funding Transportation”
With fuel prices already high, raising the gas tax is not a popular option to fix the roads. We’ll hear what alternatives a governor-appointed task force is looking at, including the idea of charging tolls. We’ll also hear from Representative Tom Casperson (R) who sits on the House Transportation Committee.
Saturday, May 17 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, May 18 at 1:30 pm ET
“The Tiny Warrior”
His achievements include Captain in the U.S. Air Force and consultant to Fortune 500 companies. Author and motivational speaker D.J. Eagle Bear Vanas will talk of his humble beginnings and how he’s helping others turn their lives around.
Saturday, May 24 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, May 25 at 1:30 pm ET
“Constructing the Economy”
Building season is just around the corner, is it going to be harder to find a contractor? We’ll hear from the Executive Director of the U.P. Construction Alliance about the U.P. construction season and the economy.
Saturday, May 31 at 6:30 pm ET
Sunday, June 1 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 to order your copy. |
