What’s Up Brighton

What’s the 411 on the 810? Join Eric, Roger, and Coach Mark as they discuss what’s happening in Brighton. From community events to the squabbles in the ”Brighton Happenings” group, they are here for all of it. If you’re in the LivCo area or even if you want to get in on the ongoings of an rising city, this podcast is for you! What’s up, Brighton?!
Episodes
Episodes



Friday Aug 30, 2024
Pizza Royale Gets Real! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 28
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
This week on What's Up Brighton, Eric and Roger discuss something that's coming up very soon... Pizza Royale! Sadly, Mark wasn't around to join in on the fun, but his organization, Fund-a-Life, was talked about at length! They talk about the specifics of the fundraiser, how to take part, and the good that it will do in the community. The also spend some time talking about their personal backstories! Tune in for a great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe.
01:00 Mark’s Absence and Community Banter03:00 The Impact of Community Engagement04:30 Fundraising for a Cause07:00 Introducing Pizza Royale10:00 Details of the Pizza Royale Events12:00 The Heart of Community Support15:00 Personal Stories of Resilience19:00 Understanding Fund-A-Life22:00 Creating Connections Through Fun25:00 The Power of Shared Experiences28:00 Looking Ahead to Future Events
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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/



Friday Aug 23, 2024
Just the Two of Us! | What's Up Brighton | Episode 27
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
This week on What's Up Brighton, the studio seems a little more empty... and a lot more rowdy! Eric is MIA this week, so Roger and Mark take full advantage and have a great time discussing Livingston County. Hear them talk about new real estate laws, epic traffic problems, and whatever else comes to mind! Stick around to the end for an exciting announcement about a new fundraiser to benefit Fund a Life... and the Return of Pizza Royale! Don't forget to like and subscribe!
:35 - Where's Eric?!2:50 - New real estate laws10:20 - Traffic woes16:00 - What's new around town?20:40 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)22:00 - Up close with Coach Mark38:00 - Pizza Royale approaches!
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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/



Friday Aug 16, 2024
"Oh My Brighton!" w/ Keith Karp | What's Up Brighton | Episode 26
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Friday Aug 16, 2024
This week's episode of "What's Up Brighton" is totally sweet! That's because the gang sits down with Keith Karp, Founder and Owner of Oh My Lolli in Downtown Brighton. Keith talks about what it's like to open a candy shop and how they use top-tier ingredients. He and the guys also spend some time talking about the "Taste of Brighton" festival, as well as how they can improve festivals in the future. Tune in for a great show!
:50 - Meet Keith Karp!2:00 - Taste of Brighton14:04 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)22:00 - Running a business in 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/



Friday Aug 09, 2024
Real Estate Realities | What's Up Brighton | Episode 25
Friday Aug 09, 2024
Friday Aug 09, 2024
The real estate market in the USA is crazier than ever, and Brighton is no exception. On this week's "What's Up Brighton," the gang discusses what that means for our (formerly) small town, both for residents and businesses. Million dollar homes? 3 story storefronts? It's happening sooner than you may think! The guys also discuss the real estate market outside of the city limits, as well as the rest of Livingston county. Tune in for an informative episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
2:07 - Perpetuating Brighton's Stereotype9:03 - $1.15 Million Dollar Downtown House!18:45 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)19:48 - Green Oak Update23:07 - M-59 Corridor31:10 - 2 Dandelions
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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/



Friday Aug 02, 2024
Solving Social Media w/ Tyler Osantowske | What's Up Brighton | Episode 24
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Another week, another guest! This time, Roger and Eric sit down with Tyler Osantowske, Founder of For You Socials! They discuss what it takes to run the social media account of small businesses around the country. They talk about the challenges, high points, and learning experiences he's had since forming his company, as well as where he thinks things will go in the future. Tune in, you just might learn something!
1:55 - Meet Tyler Osantowske9:30 - Shifting to local business21:20 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)23:15 - Solving small business problems32:30 - Creating great content
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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/



Friday Jul 26, 2024
Sculpting a City w/ John Suave | What's Up Brighton | Episode 23
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
This week on What's Up Brighton, John Suave joins the crew! John is the creator of the Suave Art Foundation, a Nonprofit which sponsors Public Sculpture Exhibits, Film Festivals, Performances, and education programs. He offers his insight on the state of art and sculpture around Brighton and Livingston County as a whole. Tune in for an interesting conversation on art, Michigan, and more!
2:00 - Meet John Suave12:20 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)13:20 - Local artists19:00 - Decision Pending31:20 - State of art in 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/



Friday Jul 19, 2024
Closing Time | What's Up Brighton | Episode 22
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Pour one out for the Lil' Chef! This week on "What's Up Brighton," Roger, Eric, and Mark discuss a loss to the Brighton family: beloved restaurant The Lil' Chef. Since 1973, the Chef has been a fixture of Brighton, but now it's off to that big kitchen in the sky. Joining it is Jameson's, a piano bar on Grand River Ave. Using these establishments as a jumping-off point, the guys talk about other favorite business that we've lot over the years, including the Wooden Spoon and Yum Yum Tree. They also talk about how to make a business last in this town, and what other restaurants and businesses we need in Brighton! Tune in, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
00:35 - Exciting announcement from Mark!4:00 - Changing brands in Brighton10:00 - Other business that could change21:00 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)22:00 - Other restaurants we miss30:30 - What restaurants does Brighton need
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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/



Friday Jul 12, 2024
Hot & Cold w/ Jennifer Schulte | What's Up Brighton | Episode 21
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Guest Alert! This week on "What's Up Brighton", the fourth chair is occupied! Join Eric, Mark, and Roger as they chat with Jennifer Schulte, President and Co-Founder of Trusted Heating & Cooling Solutions, Inc. Jennifer is an OG Brighton resident, so she holds a unique perspective on the town as it is today. The gang discusses what its like to own a business in Brighton, the future of our city, and opportunities for growth. Tune in!
2:30 - Welcome to Jen!8:08 - Jen's Business History13:33 - Trusted in the community19:50 - Thanks to our sponsor, The Oxford Center (theoxfordcenter.com)20:50 - Trusted Cares26:30 - How has Brighton changed?
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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/