Justin welcomes the Vice President of Industry Relations at Broadcast Music Inc (BMI) Vice, Dan Spears, to share what makes BMI different than other Performance Rights Organizations (PRO’s) and how their partnership with the MRLA provides meaningful value and transparency for members. Dan also welcomes BMI artist and fellow Michigander Julianne Ankley to share her experience working with the company before making What’s with the Pineapple podcast history as its first musical performance. Julianne was nothing short of great, but clearly we at the MRLA have work to do in the studio before welcoming any more acoustical guests! Justin also shares the outline of a possible budget deal to avert a shutdown of our state government, analysis of two interesting reports out in the restaurant and hotel industries and his aggressive support the American Franchise Act. And, perhaps most important of all, back by little (to no) demand – This Week in Michigan History returns for a third time! There is no better way to enjoy a beautiful early Fall day in our great state. Enjoy!