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The BOBcast

Bob Riney

Booking Overview

An interview-led civic leadership and regional development podcast focused on Detroit’s future, featuring senior executives, public officials, infrastructure and design leaders, journalists, and accomplished athletes. Credible pitches include Detroit- and Michigan-connected leaders with measurable impact in urban development, public policy, healthcare, infrastructure, workforce development, or community transformation; booking difficulty is medium because guests are typically prominent regional figures and organizational leaders.

Metrics

Episodes: 26

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 46.8k subscribers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

bobcast@hfhs.org

ted@shapingculture.co

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Host

Bob Riney - President and CEO of Henry Ford Health, focused on advancing healthcare and Detroit’s regional future.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior executives, elected officials, civic and infrastructure leaders, prominent Michigan-connected professionals, recognized journalists or creators, and high-achieving athletes with a meaningful leadership or regional-impact story.
Required Achievements:  
Leading major companies, civic organizations, or regional institutions, Holding elected office or serving in prominent public leadership roles, Delivering significant infrastructure, urban development, or community transformation projects, Receiving major athletic honors or representing the United States internationally, Building an established career in journalism, authorship, or public communication

Recent Guest Discussions

Regine Beauboeuf - Infrastructure Leadership, Cross-border Regional Connections, Engineering, Transportation Modernization, Mentoring Women Leaders, And Detroit-windsor Mobility.

Mary Sheffield - Detroit Governance, Poverty Reduction, Property Tax Reform, Public Safety, Workforce Development, Economic Mobility, And Public-service Leadership.

Devin Scillian - Journalism, Political And Economic Challenges In Michigan, Media Credibility, Storytelling, Public Discourse, And Music.

Ryan Sullivan - Detroit Riverfront Transformation, Public-space Development, Community Engagement, Connectivity, Infrastructure, And Regional Revitalization.

Kim Montague - Healthcare Design, Urban Planning, Public Spaces, Community-centered Development, Leadership, And Detroit’s Future.

Recent Topics

Business, Urban Development, Public Policy, Infrastructure, Economic Development

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The BOBcast
:

Ryan Maibach: Building The Future of Health in Detroit

October 21, 2026

What does it take to build a hospital that will serve Detroit for the next 50 years? In this episode of The BOBcast, Bob Riney sits down with Ryan Maibach, president and CEO of Barton Malow. Ryan represents the fourth generation of his family to lead the firm, whose team is constructing Destination: Grand and the Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Research Center. Ryan shares how a 1996 summer internship at Henry Ford's West Annex launched his career, why a more div...

Richard Czuba: 40 Years of Reading Michigan's Political Pulse

October 07, 2026

What if the loudest voices in politics aren't actually the ones that matter? On this episode of The BOBcast, Bob Riney sits down with Richard Czuba, founder of The Glengariff Group and one of Michigan's most respected nonpartisan pollsters, for a candid conversation recorded live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Richard pulls back the curtain on how genuine, unbiased research has shaped some of Michigan's most consequential policy decisions -- from gun safety laws passed after the Michigan ...

Regine Beauboeuf: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers

September 23, 2026

What does it take to become the first woman ever to lead one of North America's most historic border crossings, and why would someone walk away from retirement to do it? On this episode of The BOBcast, host Bob Riney sits down with Regine Beauboeuf, CEO of American Roads and the first woman to run the 95-year-old Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, to trace her journey from a childhood in Haiti to the front lines of major infrastructure projects like the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Regine opens up ...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The BOBcast?

The BOBcast is hosted by Bob Riney. Its publicly listed emails are bobcast@hfhs.org and ted@shapingculture.co. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The BOBcast?

The publicly listed emails for The BOBcast: bobcast@hfhs.org and ted@shapingculture.co.

How many listeners does The BOBcast have?

Podseeker estimates The BOBcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The BOBcast?

The BOBcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior executives, elected officials, civic and infrastructure leaders, prominent Michigan-connected professionals, recognized journalists or creators, and high-achieving athletes with a meaningful leadership or regional-impact story. Common among recent guests: Leading major companies, civic organizations, or regional institutions; Holding elected office or serving in prominent public leadership roles; Delivering significant infrastructure, urban development, or community transformation projects. Recent guests include Regine Beauboeuf, Mary Sheffield, and Devin Scillian.

How hard is it to get booked on The BOBcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The BOBcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Urban Development, Public Policy, Infrastructure, and Economic Development. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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ted@shapingculture.co

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