LARA Living Room
Inside stories and real conversations from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. LARA Living Room explores how regulation works, why it matters, and the people making it happen.
Podcasting since 2025 • 13 episodes
LARA Living Room
Latest Episodes
From Seed to Safety: Michigan’s Cannabis Reference Laboratory
In this episode, Director Claire Patterson shares how Michigan’s Cannabis Reference Laboratory strengthens cannabis testing, recalls, and consumer protection. Setting national standards for safe, trusted products.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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21:33
The Role of MOAHR in Michigan Government
Executive Director Suzanne Sonneborn explains MOAHR’s mission as a Type 1 agency: fair hearings, effective rulemaking, and serving the people of Michigan.https://www.michigan.gov/...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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17:38
Understanding FOIA Requests at LARA
Learn how LARA processes FOIA requests, why public access to records matters, and how transparency supports trust in state government.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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16:36
Navigating Professional Licensing in Michigan
Learn how professional licensing works in Michigan and why it matters. Deputy Director Bryan Modelski from the Bureau of Professional Licensing explains the process, common mistakes, recent changes, and where to find help.BPL Bureau webs...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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20:28
