The Mackinac On Michigan Show

Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Judge Michael Warren, an Oakland County Circuit Court judge and candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court, joins the show to discuss concerns about judicial activism, recent rulings from the state’s high court, and why he believes experience and judicial restraint are critical as voters consider this year's Supreme Court race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://p...

Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Thomas Savidge of the American Institute for Economic Research joins the show to discuss the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute, how tariffs are affecting Michigan’s economy and manufacturing sector, and why stronger North American trade relationships could be key to economic growth and competitiveness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Michael Van Beek of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss Michigan’s controversial Proposal 2 (Mop Up Michigan), explaining how the ballot measure could expand campaign finance regulations, create new reporting requirements for nonprofits and advocacy groups, and raise concerns about free speech and donor privacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.a...

Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Isabel Lohman of Bridge Michigan joins the show to break down Michigan’s latest M-STEP results, where reading scores have fallen to their lowest levels in more than a decade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 27, 2026 ~ Bridge Michigan reporter Kim Kozlowski joins the show to discuss concerns how university boards will meet behind closed doors despite the schools receiving funding from taxes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 27, 2026 ~ State Sen. Jim Runestad joins the show to discuss guidelines he would like to impose on Flock cameras. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 27, 2026 ~ The city of Gladwin in Michigan put a provision in its city administrator's employment contract that allegedly restricts what officials can say if they're considered damaging to the administrator of the town. Steve Dilley, the senior attorney on the case, joins the show to discuss the potential First Amendment issues with this. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://...

Aug. 27, 2026 ~ Michigan residents have faced a lot of increases in their electric bills over the past number of years, with the Michigan Public Service Commission is the body that effectively announces those rate increases on all of us. David Stevenson of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss the commission's recommendations on how to reduce rates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...

July 22, 2026 ~ Detroit News columnist Kaitlyn Buss discusses the alleged misuse of taxpayer funds for state-sponsored social media advertising when organic growth is already occurring. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ State Rep. Ann Bollin, who chairs the House Appropriations Committee, discusses the recently proposed $75 billion Michigan budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ James Hohman, of the Mackinac Center, discusses how Michigan spent $1.8 billion in tax dollars on programs that appeared to have delivered only a small fraction of the promised jobs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Adrian Hemond, CEO at Grassroots Midwest, discusses how national politics and personal economic concerns overshadow local policy in Michigan’s current primary season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24 ~ Ted Bolema of the Mackinac Center discusses Michigan’s broadband rollout, noting the state and federal governments spend heavily to connect rural areas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Tim Keller from the Center for the Rights of Abused Children highlights how Child Protective Services often fails to protect children, sometimes trying to reunite children with abusive parents. He suggested policy reforms focusing on child safety, swift family placement, accountability, and legal advocacy for children and parents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

June 24, 2026 ~ Zach Gorchow of MIRS discusses Michigan’s upcoming elections, focusing on the U.S. Senate race, noting the strong positions of Abdel Al-Sayyed and Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Dr. Khalil Habib of Hillsdale College discusses the upcoming 250th anniversary of America, noting a decline in national pride and trust in government. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2026 ~ Urban planner Joel Arnold discusses how he thinks high home prices in Michigan, which are up 54% since 2020, should be addressed when wages are up only 29%, causing an affordability crisis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2026 ~ Beki San Martin discussed the issue of childcare deserts in Michigan, where many childcare facilities operate out of homes but face obstacles due to zoning laws. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2026 ~ Patrick Wright of the Mackinac Center discusses a legal victory by the Mackinac Center’s Legal Foundation challenging earmarks in Michigan’s state budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2026 ~ Greg Greubel of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression joins the show to discuss recent events at MSU, where the board of trustees passed a code of conduct to silence dissenting members. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 22, 2026 ~ Naomi Lopez of the Mackinac Center discussed the high cost of medication and healthcare in America, focusing on drug pricing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 22, 2026 ~ Paula Gardner of Bridge Michigan explains how the state spent money to create a “mega-site” for a factory that was never built, but the project involved years of secrecy, land acquisition, and demolition of a neighborhood, school, and church. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

April 22, 2026 ~ Molly Macek of the Mackinac Center discusses Michigan’s education system, pointing out its low ranking in reading proficiency among states. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 22, 2026 ~ Michigan developer Rod Lockwood about his idea for a special economic zone on part of Belle Isle. While he believes the area would attract global investment, the project has garnered pushback from those in the Detroit community concerned about losing public space on the island. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

March 25, 2026 ~ Rochester Hills Schools board member Carol Beth Litkouhi joins the show to discuss her facing a lawsuit after the board censored her for speaking out against a county-wide tax millage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.