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Currently with Christal Frost

A weekly news roundup podcast featuring local Northern Michigan journalists explaining the top local stories of the week.

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Special Report: What We Know About the Weekend...

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2025/11/17

In this special report from Currently, Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) outline what's been confirmed about the killing of 32-year-old Lawrence Boyd IV, a Traverse City Parking Services employee found shot in the Larry C. Hardy Parking Deck. Police believe his death is connected to another Saturday night incident in which two teens fled from officers, and, during the chase, one fired multiple shots at police. Both suspects are now in custody, and police confirm a firearm has been

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52:33

The Conversation: Healing Through Horses: Peace Ranch...

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2025/11/17

In this episode, Christal sits down with Peace Ranch Founder Jackie Kaschel and Executive Director Kim Walton to explore how horses help people heal when words fall short. Together, they unpack the origins of Peace Ranch, the science behind equine-assisted trauma recovery, and the profound ways horses mirror human emotion to restore trust, calm, and safety. Jackie shares how Peace Ranch has grown over 15 years into a nationally recognized model, while Kim reflects on her diverse background with land

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45:45

Land of 9,000 Airbnbs | wsg Craig Manning | Week of...

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2025/11/14

In this week's episode of "Currently," Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) are joined by guest Craig Manning (Traverse City/Leelanau Ticker) to break down some of the biggest stories shaping northern Michigan right now. Support for "Currently" comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to

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28:45

The Conversation: The Stories That Connect Us | Kabie...

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2025/11/10

Host Christal Frost sits down with Kabie Stein, founder and creative director of Here:Say Storytelling, the beloved Traverse City series where community members take the stage to share true, first-person stories. Now entering its 11th season, Here:Say has become a Northern Michigan institution, and Kabie and Christal explore the origins of the series, what inspired its creation more than a decade ago, and why storytelling continues to resonate so deeply today. Kabie also offers a behind-the-scenes

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36:46

The Conversation: Building a Stronger Workforce |...

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2025/11/03

In this episode of Currently: The Conversation, host Christal Frost sits down with Janie McNabb, CEO of Networks Northwest, to explore the state of workforce development across northwest Michigan — and why investing in people is essential to the region's economic future. From its 50-year history to its evolving mission, Janie shares how Networks Northwest supports jobseekers, employers, and communities across ten counties through initiatives like Michigan Works!, adult education,

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53:50

Small Towns, Big Decisions: The Future of Local...

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2025/10/31

This week on Currently, we're diving into how small-town governance shapes life across Northern Michigan, and what happens when communities rethink the rules altogether. Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. First-time guest

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53:05

The Conversation: Fighting Hunger, Reducing Waste -...

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2025/10/27

Christal sits down with Taylor Moore, Director of Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan, for a timely and heartfelt discussion about the growing challenge of food insecurity across our region. Every year, Food Rescue collects, re-packs, and distributes over 2.2 million pounds of food—enough to create 1.8 million meals across Northern Michigan. The program stands at the intersection of two urgent issues: food waste and hunger. But as Taylor explains, the need is accelerating—and a looming federal crisis

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39:18

Fresh Coast Film Fest is coming to Traverse City |...

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2025/10/24

This week on Currently, we’re taking you behind the scenes of a brand-new festival coming next spring: the Fresh Coast Film Festival: Traverse City. Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. Arts and culture contributor Joe Beyer joins

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30:35

The Conversation: Tackling Northern Michigan’s...

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2025/10/20

In this episode of Currently: The Conversation, host Christal Frost sits down with Yarrow Brown, Executive Director of Housing North, to unpack one of Northwest Michigan’s most pressing challenges: the housing crisis. From young families and seniors to essential workers and professionals, more and more residents are finding it difficult to secure a safe, attainable place to live. Christal and Yarrow explore the factors driving the shortage, the impact it’s having on local communities and economies,

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32:05

Building a Better Traverse City? | Week of Oct. 17, 2025

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2025/10/17

This week on Currently, it’s a classic Christal-and-Beth episode as Beth Milligan, Head Writer for the Traverse City Ticker, returns to break down the latest local news. Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. From the newly

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24:54

The Conversation: "Rocky Horror" at Old Town...

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2025/10/13

“Let’s do the Time Warp again—Traverse City style.” In the premiere episode of Currently: The Conversation, host Christal Frost kicks off the series with a lively and heartfelt dive into the return of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Old Town Playhouse, back for the first time in 20 years. Christal is joined by Old Town Playhouse Artistic Director Wes Curry and actor Tanner Presswood (a.k.a. “Rocky” himself) for a spirited talk about the magic of community theater, the cult legacy of Rocky

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40:07

Lights, Camera, Frankfort! | Week of Oct. 10, 2025 |...

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2025/10/10

Coming up on Currently, it’s movies and businesses on the move! Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) welcome back Nick Loud (The Boardman Review) to talk about his new role as

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40:51

Food Fight Returns: Pumpkin Donut Edition | Week of...

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2025/10/03

This week on Currently, Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) joins Christal with updates on two big local stories: Cherry Capital Airport’s record-setting year and the traffic headaches at West Senior High. Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, and from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. Later on, it’s time for another round of Food Fight! Gary Gatzke returns to the table as

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36:39

Week of Sept. 26, 2025 | wsg Chris Loud, the Boardman...

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2025/09/26

This week on Currently, we’re celebrating the start of fall with stories that take us outdoors and into the heart of Northern Michigan. Support for Currently comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, and from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. Christal is joined by Traverse City Ticker’s Beth Milligan and independent journalist Chris Loud, co-founder of The Boardman Review. Chris shares highlights from

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31:09

Parks, Ethics, and Lot O: What’s Next for TC | Week...

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2025/09/19

This week on Currently, Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) digging into three big stories shaping Traverse City’s future. Voters will soon decide on two key ballot proposals: one that would use the Brown Bridge Trust Fund to finance major city park improvements, and another that would lock a new ethics ordinance directly into the city charter. Then we’ll head downtown, where plans for Lot O at State and Cass are moving forward on a major redevelopment — one that pairs affordable

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47:24

Courts, Classrooms & Community: Week of Sept. 12,...

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2025/09/12

This week on Currently, we’re diving into the world of justice and education in Traverse City. Art Bukowski from Traverse City Business News takes us inside the lives of local judges, while Beth Milligan from The Traverse City Ticker shares updates on plans for a brand-new justice center that could reshape our community. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from

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33:43

Who Will Take Up The Legacy of "The Gobbler?" | Week...

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2025/09/05

This week on Currently, we’re mixing things up with a brand-new feature that will have your taste buds on edge: Food Fight. In our debut match-up, we pit Bay Bread’s MKP (a loving nod to Mary’s Kitchen Port’s beloved Gobbler) against The Kitchen’s classic Turkey Sandwich. Which one takes the crown? This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank –

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36:28

Week of August 29, 2025 | wsg Mardi Link, Bridge...

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2025/08/29

This week on Currently with Christal Frost, we’re digging into a tough but important issue: the troubling rise of embezzlement cases across small Northern Michigan nonprofits. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City featuring a full bar,

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44:44

Week of August 22, 2025 | wsg Jacob Wheeler, Glen...

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2025/08/22

On this week’s episode of Currently, Christal Frost is joined by Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) and Jacob Wheeler (Glen Arbor Sun) to break down some of the biggest stories in Northern Michigan. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse

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35:24

Week of August 15, 2025 | wsg Ed Ronco, Interlochen...

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2025/08/15

In this week’s episode of Currently, Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) are joined by Ed Ronco from IPR News Radio to break down the stories shaping Northern Michigan right now. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City

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