Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez talks about a new private equity firm, the Federal Trade Commission reviewing non-compete agreements, and Grand Rapids’ soccer club now has a name, logo and colors.

We bring together two strangers for a conversation – about their lives - not politics. Rachel and Sarah discover that caring for others and religion is important in their lives. They share a common belief of being your best self in this lifetime.

Two new Kent County teachers talk about how the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative assists with earning necessary credentials for teaching careers.

Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez discusses employers dropping weight-loss drugs from policies countering health insurance rate increases. A group of area small business owners ask the federal government to reform the procurement process. The Federal Reserve meets this week deciding whether to maintain or lower interest rates.

We bring together two strangers for a conversation – about their lives - not politics. Kym, later in life, found herself homeless. She and Sandy Kate share a belief that sometimes when confronting challenges, you can’t see it, but eventually you’ll come out of a bad situation for the better.

Carly Smyly, director of employer talent strategies and engagement at non-profit Talent First discusses the six-month Talent Pipeline Management program.

Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez labor and commodity prices impacting Michigan apple farmers. A new study finds the state’s tribes non-gaming businesses are generating over a billion dollars. A start-up investment competition is drawing statewide attention.

Political gridlock in the state Legislature has left education funding in limbo. School News Network’s Charles Honey talks with Dan Behm, executive director of Education Advocates of West Michigan, breaking down the reasons for the logjam and what can be done about it.

We bring together two strangers for a conversation - about their lives - not politics. Abby and Sherry are both librarians. They share their love for literature and discuss how religion has influenced their lives and worldviews.

Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez talks about state budget proposals to reduce Pure Michigan tourism campaign funding. Priority Health’s Midwest expansion. An out-of-state competitor has purchased office furniture maker Steelcase.