Best Comerica Podcasts (2024)

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Meet Erica McKinstry — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 54:41

15h ago54:41

54:41

Listen as our guest shares their story of growing up in Detroit, the challenges they faced, and the strength they found in their family and faith. Through overcoming domestic violence, coping with the loss of loved ones, and navigating homelessness, Erica reveals how the community of COTS provided a lifeline. Hear about the pivotal role of supporti…

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Meet Leslie Cramatie — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 36:01

7d ago36:01

36:01

Host Paige Blessman, Director of Communications at COTS, sits down with Leslie, a lead family service partner at COTS, to delve into her incredible journey of resilience and healing. Leslie opens up about her challenging upbringing in the foster care system, the struggles she faced growing up, and her inspiring journey to find her birth mother afte…

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Narratives with Deja and Corisa — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 21:20

17d ago21:20

21:20

In this enlightening conversation, host Corisa Reed (COTS Chief Administrative Officer) sits down with Deja Farr-Lowrey (Emergency Services Administrator), to unpack what paternalism means and how it manifests in our daily lives and work. Together, they explore the harmful stereotypes surrounding poverty and homelessness, challenge the misconceptio…

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Meet Brandy Smith — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 54:42

27d ago54:42

54:42

In this heartfelt episode, our host Rachel Minion sits down with Brandi Smith to explore her inspiring journey from homelessness to a stable and thriving life. Brandi shares her emotional story of perseverance and resilience, recounting how she, her boyfriend, and their eight-year-old daughter, Ryan, found themselves homeless and sleeping in their …

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Comerica Bank Q&A at COTS Peggy's Place— COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 25:03

2M ago25:03

25:03

Many THANK YOUS to the incredible team at Comerica Bank for visiting our kids at Peggy’s Place! Executive Director Mike Ritchie set aside time to have a special chat with the kids about finance and banking. They were so engaged and had a ton of great questions. Such as where does money come from? How long has Mr. Ritchie been at the bank? How do AT…

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Episode 262: Wow, Long Time 1:19:59

4M ago1:19:59

1:19:59

Topics include, Florida's Buffett Day, Jimmy's last on-screen appearance, the new HD/LP remasters, and the big tribute concert.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Hoops and Hope: Uniting for COTS Night with the Pistons — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 15:59

5M ago15:59

15:59

Join us for a special edition of The Art of Family podcast as Paige Blessman (COTS Director of Communications) and Lucy Couch (Detroit Pistons Business Development Executive) talk about the collaboration between COTS and the Detroit Pistons. Hear how an intro at a networking event blossomed into a remarkable partnership, resulting in COTS Night at …

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Meet Amber Hinton — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 59:31

7M ago59:31

59:31

As a current dialysis technician, Amber shares her aspirations of pursuing medical school despite the daunting obstacles of standardized tests and self-doubt. Through her candid reflections, listeners are invited into the complexities of her past, including the loss of her mother and the challenges of caring for her younger brother. Amber's story r…

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Meet Cynthia Talley — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 1:06:56

9M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Get to know Cynthia as she talks with Paige Blessman (Director of Communications at COTS) about her life journey, filled with ups and downs. From her early years growing up with her grandmother to surviving a difficult domestic violence situation and experiencing homelessness, Cynthia shares her story of resilience and growth. She also talks about …

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Episode 261: Equal Strain on All Parts album review 1:28:45

10M ago1:28:45

1:28:45

Which songs are the flops? Which songs are the glories? Which songs made Schmoe's rotation?By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Episode 260: Defying Brevity 1:28:31

10M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

The boys chat with special guest Wally about life in The Villages and look forward to the upcoming Buffett album.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Insights from COTS and EMPath CEOs — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 47:10

10M ago47:10

47:10

Join us for an insightful conversation between Cheryl P. Johnson (COTS CEO) and Kim Janey (EMPath President and CEO), moderated by Nikki Carbonari (COTS Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships), as they discuss their shared vision for breaking the cycle of poverty for generations and creating meaningful impact. They talk about the power of narrat…

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Generations of Dads: Navigating Fatherhood Together — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 28:02

12M ago28:02

28:02

Hear from host Gerald Edwards, leader of the COTS Fatherhood Initiative, who engages in a dynamic conversation with Damarqio Williams, CEO, and founder of Detroit Father LLC. Together, they shed light on their individual fatherhood initiatives, emphasizing the shared mission to empower and support fathers in their respective communities. Damarqio W…

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Episode 259: Bring Back the Magic 1:29:13

12M ago1:29:13

1:29:13

Last night I said good bye to a dear old friend of mine. Just a throwback shell beach party, nothing really asinine. Rum and cooked animals and bullshit by the ton. An emergency podcast in reaction to the news of Jimmy’s passing. Guests: Patti and Hud. (Cameos by Kate and Lucky.)By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Episode 258: Sailor Twift and Treeless Pete 1:08:46

1y ago1:08:46

1:08:46

The July show. The boy discuss Buffett's latest appearances and try to recall the Fourcast they assigned themselves last episode.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Empowering Parents, Enhancing Birth: Unveiling the Impact of Doulas During Pregnancy and After, Part 2 — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 42:39

1y ago42:39

42:39

Black women face a three-fold higher risk of pregnancy-related death than white women. Doulas are increasingly recognized as vital in addressing disparities and supporting marginalized communities during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Join Angelene Love (Doula) and Aisha Morrell-Ferguson (Chief Development Officer of COTS) for part 2 as they del…

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Rest, Recharge, and Reset: Imagination Month and the Importance of Taking a Break — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 43:14

1y ago43:14

43:14

Join hosts Corisa Reed (Executive Assistant to CEO, Cheryl P. Johnson) and Aisha Morrell-Ferguson (Chief Development Officer of COTS) on The Art of Family Podcast as they remind us of the importance of downtime, especially in today's fast-paced world. Discover how COTS prioritizes a break by not scheduling meetings in July, allowing more space and …

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Empowering Parents, Enhancing Birth: Unveiling the Impact of Doulas During Pregnancy and After — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 35:02

1y ago35:02

35:02

Black women face a three-fold higher risk of pregnancy-related death compared to white women. Doulas are increasingly recognized as vital in addressing disparities and supporting marginalized communities during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Join Angelene Love (Doula) and Aisha Morrell-Ferguson (Chief Development Officer of COTS) as they delve i…

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Episode 257: ChickenShock 47:40

1y ago47:40

47:40

The latest news and one concert roundup.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Episode 256: Hugging and Pumping 1:05:16

1+ y ago1:05:16

1:05:16

The boys talk about Bruce Springsteen’s concert and go through Jimmy Buffett's March concerts.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Bank of America Brings Financial Literacy to Peggy's Place — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 26:49

1+ y ago26:49

26:49

Our valued partner, Bank of America's Meaghan Madison sits down with COTS Chief Development Officer, Aisha Morrell-Ferguson, to discuss the experience of partnering with Bank of America. The bank has been instrument to bring some of their financial literacy curricula our emergency shelter Peggy's Place. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…

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Soil2Service, Chatting with Collaborators — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 44:00

1+ y ago44:00

44:00

COTS CEO, Cheryl P. Johnson, speaks with chefs Jeremy Abbey and John T. Piazza from the juggernaut of Soil2Service, Detroit Institute of Gastronomy and EdibleWOW! magazine. Their conversation covers many topics from the level of participation of women in the culinary industry to the ways COTS and Soil2Service work together to positively impact our …

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Wrapping up our exploration of Narratives — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

34:40

Once more Corisa Reed sits down with our esteemed guest, LaTonia Walker to wrap up our exploration of the narratives that exist both within and outside of COTS and how we work to counter negative narratives and improve the ones we work from both as an organization and individuals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/co…

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Episode 255: A Constant Pour at Kona Joes 1:11:10

1+ y ago1:11:10

1:11:10

Vacations, March Madness play-by-play, and concert roundups from all five February Buffett shows.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Narratives Ep3 - Paternalism — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 21:32

1+ y ago21:32

21:32

Continuing our exploration of the narratives we found in our review of internal behaviors and attitudes, Corisa Reed speaks with Deja Farr-Lowery regarding the narrative of Paternalism. Corisa and Deja discuss what the narrative of Paternalism is and ways to mitigate its effects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cot…

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Narratives Ep2 - Fatalism — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 24:20

1+ y ago24:20

24:20

Continuing COTS' March exploration of narratives, Corissa Reed speaks with Wanda Milledge to define the harmful narrative of Fatalism and look at some tools to mitigate its effects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cotsdetroit/support

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Exploring Extant Narratives — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 25:52

1+ y ago25:52

25:52

COTS is taking some time during March to examine how we all carry narratives into situations and how they affect how we perceive issues, like poverty. COTS own Corisa Reed and Nikki Carbonari talk about what narratives are and how COTS has been confronting them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cotsdetroit/support…

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Perspective of a Participating Fatherhood Initiative Father - #FamilyFocusedFebruary Series — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 33:06

1+ y ago33:06

33:06

Michigan weather is something else! COTS recorded a podcast with Gerald Edwards facilitating COTS Fatherhood Initiative and Alexis Hloros, a father participating in our initiative. This episode was hosted by our Chief Development Officer, Aisha Morrell-Ferguson. Last week's ice storm forced us to use a different tech and introduced a few audio arti…

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Changing the Fatherhood Narrative - Cheryl P. Johnson speaks with Dara Griffin and Kevin Bremond - #FamilyFocusedFebruary Series — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 43:27

1+ y ago43:27

43:27

To close the loop on the podcast portion of our program, at 7p this evening we will release another conversation CEO Cheryl P. Johnson had with Dara Griffin and Kevin Bremond They are leaders of a similar initiative in California and helped Ms. Johnson implement a new narrative for COTS addressing fathers and fatherhood issues confronted within our…

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Charisse Harper and Benjamin Franklin Nubia - #FamilyFocusedFebruary Series — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 30:53

1+ y ago30:53

30:53

COTS' CEO Cheryl P. Johnson sits down with a 20+-year supporters of COTS Charisse Harper and her father, Benjamin Franklin Nubia for a discussion on their experiences partnering with COTS. Charisse speaks to the importance of having a father in a child's life while Mr. Nubia describes how his stay at COTS helped to turn his life around. --- Support…

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Introducing COTS Fatherhood Initiative - #FamilyFocusedFebruary Series — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 37:54

1+ y ago37:54

37:54

COTS' Chief Development Officer, Aisha Morrell-Ferguson, speaks with Dara Griffin from the Fatherhood Initiative in California and Gerald Edwards of COTS about the launch of a community initiative in Detroit supporting fathers dealing with the issues of being a positive family influence.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…

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Episode 254: Time-Traveling Crime Stoppers 29:40

1+ y ago29:40

29:40

Our January episode -- just under the wire! TV talk, Schmoe's medical update, and a missing concert roundup. (I guess weren’t kidding about a "missing" roundup. The audio problem in the original version of this episode has been corrected. We regret the error.)By podcast@wastinaway.net

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The Fatherhood Initiative - Audio Only — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 37:56

1+ y ago37:56

37:56

COTS' Chief Development Officer, Aisha Morrell-Ferguson, speaks with Dara Griffin from the Fatherhood Initiative in California and Gerald Edwards of COTS about the launch of a community initiative in Detroit supporting fathers dealing with the issues of being a positive family influence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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JPhillips of ShareDetroit and Talking Giving Tuesday — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 33:55

1+ y ago33:55

33:55

Janette Phillips of ShareDetroit (sharedetroit.org) stops by the Art of Family studios to talk about the work of the relatively new nonprofit, ShareDetroit, how they work with COTS, and celebrate the worldwide Giving Tuesday movement here in the greater Detroit area. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cotsdetroit/supp…

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Episode 253: So Scare-eo! 54:12

2y ago54:12

54:12

At long last, the boys discuss the 2021 Jimmy Buffett concert at Pine KnobBy podcast@wastinaway.net

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Episode 252: Hooked in All the Wrong Places 38:56

2y ago38:56

38:56

Buffett cancels October dates, a new recording with Zac Brown, and the last concert roundups from August.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Paying it forward: Samuel Allen Pampel Foundation 29:58

2y ago29:58

29:58

On this episode, we talk with the Founder and President of the Samuel Allen Pampel Foundation, Tony Pampel. He shares the story of his son Sam and how their family took the worst thing to happen to them and turned it into a beautiful foundation to help other families who are going through pediatric cancer. Learn more about the Samuel Allen Foundati…

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Innovation: Nurturing Big Ideas and Creative Fearless People 26:04

2y ago26:04

26:04

On this episode, Natalie discusses how to support innovation at an organization-wide level. Using examples from Mommies In Need's rapid growth, she shares tips about how to create an environment where people feel psychologically safe and that their ideas are valued, which leads to an environment that is ripe for innovation.…

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Director, Strategic Partnerships 28:00

2y ago28:00

28:00

On this episode, we talk to Katlin Guthrow from Communities Foundation of Texas about North Texas Giving Day, the largest community-wide giving event in the nation. Communities Foundation of Texas’ NTX Giving Day is an 18-hour online giving event designed to empower every person to give back to their community by supporting local nonprofits and cau…

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Passport Engagement Team Coaches (Part 2) — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 31:53

2y ago31:53

31:53

We wrap up the conversation with the COTS associates that collaborate with families daily and discuss the impact they facilitate and their day-to-day experience creating opportunities to succeed for Detroit families. Our conversation was deep and long enough that we split it into 2 episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…

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Giving Day Collaboration: Hear My Cry 17:14

2y ago17:14

17:14

On this episode, we share how you can get into the spirit of North Texas Giving Day by visiting our event on September 15th from 3-5pm at the Comerica Bank at Mockingbird and Abrams in Dallas: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/on-the-road-to-giving-free-fam/1063938537623069/ We also talk to Tazora Dotie-Moore, the founder of Hear My Cry about how h…

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Passport Engagement Team Coaches (Part 1) — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 29:34

2y ago29:34

29:34

The COTS associates that collaborate with families daily discuss the impact they facilitate and their day-to-day experience creating opportunities to succeed for Detroit families. Our conversation was deep and long enough that we split it into 2 episodes. Be sure to tune in next week as we wrap up this exploration of the work families engage in wit…

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Strengthening Community: Comerica Bank 29:14

2y ago29:14

29:14

On this episode we talk to Pamela Zeko from Comerica Bank about their innovative strategy to support the communities they serve by investing in non-profit organizations. You can learn more about them at www.comerica.com and follow along with their philanthropic efforts on social media with #comericacares…

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Episode 251: It's All So Terrible 1:13:57

2y ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Recorded Tuesday, August 23 2022. Topics include favorite tequilas, Buffett's Paris songs, three concert reviews, and seeing Zachary Richard and Buckwheat Zydeco.By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Collaboration: Serve Denton 28:56

2y ago28:56

28:56

On this episode, we talk with the CEO of Serve Denton, Pat Smith. He shares how Serve Denton has used collaboration to create a one-stop shop for humanity which makes it easy to find help in Denton County.By RNCN

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Rodd Monts and Larry Gardner — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 38:17

2y ago38:17

38:17

COTS' Chief Development Officer, Aisha Morrell-Ferguson speaks with journalist Rodd Monts and photographer Larry Gardner regarding their long history of working with COTS. Rodd and Larry were instrumental in producing the magazine COTS produced for our 40th anniversary; without them documenting the lives of many of our COTS' families, we wouldn't h…

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Episode 250: Oh, It's Just Nachuh 58:07

2y ago58:07

58:07

Schmoe is back from Hilton Head, Mike has found a new favorite tequila, and Mickey runs down Jimmy Buffett's three July concerts. (Cameos by Kate and Debra.)By podcast@wastinaway.net

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Extraordinary: Re-imagining HR 28:41

2y ago28:41

28:41

On this episode, we talk with the Chief of Staff at Mommies In Need, Laura Newell. She shares some concrete tips for creating a culture of caring by changing the way we look at the role of HR in an organization.By RNCN

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Denise Godfrey, COTS Youth Engagement Coach — COTS: The Art of Family Podcast 46:25

2y ago46:25

46:25

COTS CEO Cheryl P. Johnson speaks with COTS Youth Engagement Coach Denise Godfrey about the addition of youth coaching to the Passport to Self-Sufficiency framework and changing career paths to make a positive impact on the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cotsdetroit/support…

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Episode 249: A Solid Number Two 54:47

2y ago54:47

54:47

It’s our June episode and we got it done just in time! We cover Jimmy Buffett’s latest concerts and Schmoe shares a health update. (Cameo by Kate.)By podcast@wastinaway.net

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