Join Don & Angela Putkela on their weekly podcast ”Welcome to Livingston” a podcast dedicated to highlighting the events, people, businesses, and community involvement that make Livingston County a great place to live, work in, and enjoy. As Realtors, Associate Brokers, and owners of the Putkela Group Real Estate Professionals, Don & Angela hope to offer valuable insight into the local market and the buying/selling process.
Welcome To Livingston
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Join Don & Angela Putkela on their weekly podcast ”Welcome to Livingston” a podcast dedicated to highlighting the events, people, businesses, and community involvement that make Livingston County a great place to live, work in, and enjoy. As Realtors, Associate Brokers, and owners of the Putkela Group Real Estate Professionals, Don & Angela hope to offer valuable insight into the local market and the buying/selling process.
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Recent Episodes
July 9, 2026
Episode 193: Dust to Glory: The Cleaning Company That Heals More Than Just Your House
Sometimes the most successful businesses are born out of the hardest moments. After losing her job, Nicole started cleaning houses just to make ends meet. What began as a way to survive turned into Dust to Glory, a thriving cleaning company she now runs alongside her sister Megan, serving hundreds of homes across Livingston and Oakland County. Don and Angela sit down with Nicole and Megan to hear the full story, from police showing up at a client's house mid-clean to the heartbreaking and hilarious lessons learned along the way about what people really want from a cleaning service. They dig into deep cleans, foundation cleans, post-construction cleans, and the surprisingly personal challenge of figuring out exactly how clean is too clean for any given client. Whether you are getting your home ready to sell, recovering from a renovation, or just need help keeping up with life, this episode will change the way you think about hiring a cleaner. Timestamps 03:39 Adventures and Cleaning Challenges 07:54 Normalizing the ‘Mess’ in Homes 11:16 Most Needed Cleaning Areas 13:39 Diverse Cleaning Services and Flexibility 20:33 The Client Consultation Process 26:38 The Heart of Dust to Glory 35:53 Cleaning’s Impact on Mental Health Guest Links https://www.dust2gloryllc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dust2gloryllc/ https://www.instagram.com/dust2gloryllc Phone: (517)376-8281 Show Links For more information on the Putkela Group and how to get connected, visit the links below: Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/PutkelaGroup Website: https://www.welcometolivingston.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putkelagroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq9hM7gWPlaCw4nG89Wgd9Q Phone: 1-888-PUTKELA (788-5352) Sponsor Links Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Visit their social media pages for more information. James Paquette Mortgage Sales Manager Lake Michigan Credit Union - LMCU NMLS ID# 533633 Direct Phone: (810) 263-6000 Cell Phone: (734) 604-2611 Website: https://www.lmcu.org/jamespaquette Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamespaquetteLMCU LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesapaquette/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LMCU
July 2, 2026
Episode 192: Livingston County United Way: Meet the Group Behind 211, Day of Caring & So Much More
Most people know the name United Way. Almost nobody realizes how deep their roots actually run in Livingston County until they sit down and hear it firsthand. Don and Angela are joined in the studio by Carrie Newstead, Executive Director of Livingston County United Way, to learn how this organization quietly supports nearly every nonprofit in the county while directly serving thousands of local ALICE families, those working multiple jobs and still barely making ends meet. Carrie breaks down the resources behind 211, the incredible impact of Day of Caring, which brought out 867 volunteers last year for nearly 80 community projects, and the brand-new Power of the Purse event that raised over $21,000 for Great Start Livingston after a major funding cut. Whether you have five dollars, five hours, or just a little bit of curiosity about how to get involved, this episode will show you exactly where to start. Timestamps 04:45 Day of Caring: Community and Connection 10:52 Volunteerism: A Two-Way Street 15:19 Fundraising and Community Engagement 23:42 Tackling Food Insecurity and Inspiring Giving 28:42 Get Involved: Volunteer & Donate Guest Links https://www.facebook.com/UnitedWayOfLivingstonCounty/ https://www.volunteerlivingston.org/ https://lcunitedway.org/ Phone: (810)494-3000 Show Links For more information on the Putkela Group and how to get connected, visit the links below: Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/PutkelaGroup Website: https://www.welcometolivingston.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putkelagroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq9hM7gWPlaCw4nG89Wgd9Q Phone: 1-888-PUTKELA (788-5352) Sponsor Links Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Visit their social media pages for more information. James Paquette Mortgage Sales Manager Lake Michigan Credit Union - LMCU NMLS ID# 533633 Direct Phone: (810) 263-6000 Cell Phone: (734) 604-2611 Website: https://www.lmcu.org/jamespaquette Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamespaquetteLMCU LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesapaquette/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LMCU
June 18, 2026
Episode 191: Love Inc.: A Network of Support in Livingston County
Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for someone is simply pick up the phone and listen. That is exactly where Love Inc. starts, and it is just the beginning of what this remarkable Livingston County organization does for its neighbors every single day. Don and Angela sit down with Margo and Carrie from Love Inc., a nonprofit connecting people in need to a network of 66 (and growing) church partners across Livingston County. From gas vouchers and career clothing to furniture, diapers, birthday kits, and car repairs, Love Inc. fills the gaps that fall through the cracks of traditional assistance and they do it with an intake call that leaves people going from zero hope to a 9 out of 10. Margot and Carrie also walk through New Creation, their two-year transformational program that pairs community meals, small group support, mentoring, budget coaching, and free childcare to help neighbors not just get by but truly grow. With classes on affirming potential, faith, and finances, and healthy boundaries, they are building people up from the inside out. Timestamps 04:16 Community Collaboration and Support 10:54 New Creation: Transformational Ministry 14:39 Key Classes and Volunteer Impact 18:44 New Programs and Inclusivity 23:40 Donations and Furniture Ministry 27:12 Community Support & Outreach 31:52 Get Involved with Love Inc. Guest Links Love Inc: https://www.livingstonloveinc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/livingstoncountyloveinc https://www.instagram.com/livingstonloveinc/?hl=en Resell Store: https://www.facebook.com/LoveINCResaleStoreLivingston https://www.instagram.com/loveincresalestorelc/?hl=en Golf Outing 2026 Information: https://www.livingstonloveinc.org/golf-outing-2026-1 Show Links For more information on the Putkela Group and how to get connected, visit the links below: Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/PutkelaGroup Website: https://www.welcometolivingston.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putkelagroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq9hM7gWPlaCw4nG89Wgd9Q Phone: 1-888-PUTKELA (788-5352) Sponsor Links Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Visit their social media pages for more information. James Paquette Mortgage Sales Manager Lake Michigan Credit Union - LMCU NMLS ID# 533633 Direct Phone: (810) 263-6000 Cell Phone: (734) 604-2611 Website: https://www.lmcu.org/jamespaquette Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamespaquetteLMCU LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesapaquette/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LMCU
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