What’s Up Brighton

Looking Back (and Forward) | What's Up Brighton | Episode 46

On this week's What's Up Brighton, it's just Eric and Mark yet again!  In a very reflective episode, these two look back on the year that was. They talk about what they've learned during the first year of the podcast, and where they hope it can go from here. They also discuss the future of Brighton itself, and how the changes made over the last year or two will affect the town in the years to come.
They also discuss the year of fundraising, with big plans for Pizza Royale and Fund a Life in the works. The guys would like to thank all the viewers and listeners for their support, and they hope the show continues to grow in 2025. Onward!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton00:35 Reflecting on 46 Episodes03:00 The Changing Landscape of Brighton06:00 Community Values and Identity08:00 Livingston County’s Wealth and Lifestyle10:00 Memorable Experiences and Adventures14:00 Engaging with Local Businesses18:00 Building Community Connections22:00 Looking Back at Guest Appearances
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Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

What's Been Happening? | What's Up Brighton | Episode 45

This week on What's Up Brighton, Eric and Mark discuss holiday greetings, New Year’s resolutions, and vacations! Mark took a trip to Spain where he stayed in a castle with beautiful views. The guys discuss Europe’s relaxed lifestyle, particularly the siesta culture, and contrast European food practices with American ones.
They also look back on Pizza Royale, which raised nearly four thousand dollars for Fund-a-Life. They look forward to future fundraisers, and hope you'll join them! It was a great year for this podcast, so don't forget to like and subscribe to keep up in the new year!
Chapters00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton00:35 Holiday Reflections and New Beginnings01:25 Travel Tales: Spain Adventures04:44 Cultural Insights: Life in Spain06:50 Wine and Wellness: A European Experience09:36 Historical Wonders and Conspiracy Theories14:07 Community Engagement: Pizza Royale Fundraiser19:18 Sparks of Hope: Changing Lives
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🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

Guess What Brighton? | What's Up Brighton | Episode 44

This week on "What's Up Brighton," we've got the inside scoop on new developments in "Browell"! Roger and Elyse follow Eric on a journey around town, guessing where they think new housing and businesses might pop up. Inside the city limits? Right downtown? Somewhere along Grand River? The possibilities are endless! They also talk about the types of communities they hope Brighton could evolve into... and a few they'd like to avoid. Growth and progress vs. overcrowding and gentrification... the classic balancing act in Brighton isn't going away anytime soon. Tune in for a great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton01:07 The Hot Topic: Downtown Changes02:38 New Developments on the Horizon05:00 The Gentrification Debate09:07 Lessons from Royal Oak19:34 The Balancing Act of Growth25:03 Future Predictions for Brighton34:28 Exciting Changes Ahead
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🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

Holiday Glow! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 43

Tis the season! This week on What's Up Brighton, a very festive Roger joins Eric and special guest host Elyse for a holiday extravaganza! They have a very important discussion about their favorite holiday movies, including the annual question: is Die Hard a Christmas movie?? They also talk about the success of Ladies Night Out and Holiday Glow, as well as their personal gift-giving traditions. Finally, they look back on 2024 in Brighton, including new construction and the Streetscape project, while also looking forward to 2025! Tune in for a great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
Time Stamps00:00 Introduction to What’s Up Brighton00:35 Christmas Movie Favorites06:00 Christmas TV Specials and Traditions07:05 The Great Die Hard Debate10:04 Ladies Night Out Recap20:34 Brighton Business Updates30:05 Christmas Gift Giving Reflections
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Join Brighton's Largest Community Group - Brighton Michigan Happenings 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/brightonmihappenings/
🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

Here Come the Holidays! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 42

On this holly-jolly episode of "What's Up Brighton," Mark, Eric, and Roger discuss the quickly approaching holiday season! They discuss Brighton's Holiday Glow festival, as well as other holiday traditions in Livingston County. They also discuss 2024 in review, and look forward to 2025 and changes that may be coming in the real estate industry. Tune in for a great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton01:20 Fall and Health Updates02:29 Holiday Traditions in Brighton03:36 Ladies’ Night Out vs. Dudes’ Night Out06:27 Skiing and Winter Predictions11:17 Giving Tuesday and Community Support15:15 The Idea of a German Market19:04 New Year’s Traditions25:43 2025 Goals and Community Growth31:04 Community Questions for 2025
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Join Brighton's Largest Community Group - Brighton Michigan Happenings 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/brightonmihappenings/
🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

The Gang's All Here! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 41

On this episode of the  “What’s Up Brighton” podcast, Roger, Eric, and Mark are reunited at last! Eric strolls in fashionably late, but that's all good!  The main focus of the episode is a discussion about Mark's "Spark of Hope" initiative, which provides grants combining traditional and alternative therapies for those in need. This is a great cause, and you should check out fundalife.org for more information. Tune in for a great show, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton00:35 The Return of Coach Mark02:10 The Pizza Royale Fundraiser04:00 Introducing Spark of Hope09:05 Healing Through Community Support10:35 Empowering Individuals with Hope13:14 The Vision for a Nationwide Impact17:20 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change22:09 The Catalyst for Change
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Join Brighton's Largest Community Group - Brighton Michigan Happenings 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/brightonmihappenings/
🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

Brighton Continues to Grow! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 40

Another week, another "What's Up Brighton!". This time, Eric and Roger celebrate the big Four Oh! Episode 40, that is. They discuss the success and learning experiences of Pizza Royale, giving shout-outs to the key players. They also spend some time talking about the ever-changing city that is Brighton, Michigan. New construction, businesses leaving... something is always going down on Main Street! Tune in for a great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton00:35 Fundraiser Updates: Pizza Royale02:20 Creating Community Connections05:00 Lessons Learned from Fundraising08:00 The Future of Fundraising in Brighton12:00 Controversy in Downtown Brighton15:00 Engagement and Community Sentiment20:00 The Economic Impact of Local Events25:00 Balancing Growth and Tradition30:00 The Changing Landscape of Brighton
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Join Brighton's Largest Community Group - Brighton Michigan Happenings 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/brightonmihappenings/
🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/

Halloween in Brighton | What's Up Brighton | Episode 39

Welcome back to “What’s Up Brighton”! This week, Roger and Eric delve into local Halloween traditions and how the holiday has changed over the years. They also discuss the effect of sugar and food dye on kids, and even some alternatives to those unhealthy snacks. As always, local happenings and news are discussed, so make sure you tune in to hear about your town, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton01:02 Halloween Memories and Local Traditions03:47 Missing Coach Mark07:00 Fall Weather and Family Dynamics10:09 The Switch Witch and Candy Negotiations14:00 Effects of Sugar on Kids16:21 Alternatives to Junk Food18:00 Halloween for Parents Too20:58 The Changing Face of Neighborhood Trick-or-Treating24:01 Nostalgia and Community Events27:00 Holiday Preparations and Opinions30:50 Engaging the Community
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Join Brighton's Largest Community Group - Brighton Michigan Happenings 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/brightonmihappenings/
🎙️ Connect with Us:Eric Meldrum https://www.instagram.com/ericmeldrumre/Roger Burnett https://www.instagram.com/rogerburnett/Mark Howell https://www.instagram.com/markhowell1482/
Considering Moving to Brighton? Reach out Eric Meldrum - Brighton Realtor📲 Call/Text at (734) 746-5001📧 Email: info@trulivingroup.com🌐 https://www.metro-detroithomesearch.com/
Supporting our Local Non Profit - Fund A Life: https://www.fundalife.org/
This Episode is Sponsored by: The Oxford Center 📲 (248) 486-3636🌐 https://theoxfordcenter.com/