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The Shelley Irwin Show Podcast for 7-11-25

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Broadway Grand Rapids, The Hartford Nationals, the Epilepsy Foundation, National Swimming Pool Day, and Stand Up for the Cure.

The roving mic was on site this week to celebrate the upcoming Broadway Grand Rapids July 22 opening of the run of Hamilton on stage at DeVos Performance Hall. City Built Brewing Company hosted, and crafted the beer The Story of Tonight. We discuss with those on site.

Today kicks off the Hartford Nationals in Grand Rapids. Conducted by Move United, hundreds of athletes from across the U.S. will compete in this largest and longest running national sport competition, with opening ceremonies tonight. West Michigan Sports Commission Mike Guswiler and CEO of Move United Glen Merry discuss this national competition.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan hosts their 24th annual Stroll for Epilepsy tomorrow at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. We talk to Alyx Newton from the Foundation about the event that brings together families, advocates, and supporters from across West Michigan to raise funds and awareness.

It's National Swimming Pool Day. We talk with 3 time Olympic Gold Medalist, NBC Swimming Commentator Rowdy Gaines about tips for a safer and smarter pool experience. Findings from a recent survey on healthy pools discussed.

Stand up on your Paddle Board for a good cause July 26th. The Stand Up for the Cure returns to Mona Lake in Norton Shores, an annual community gathering bringing together breast cancer survivors, supports and paddleboarders. Dianne Hoofman and Shawn Norden join in with the details.

Transcripts are provided upon request.

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.
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