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Between the Lakes

Between the Lakes is WCMU Public Media’s weekly news podcast, bringing you the stories shaping central and northern Michigan—clearly, thoughtfully, and in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Tina Sawyer, each episode offers trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more. Plus, a light trivia segment to keep you curious without adding to the noise.

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WCMU Public Media

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News

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www.wcmu.org

Dernier épisode

3 oct. 2026

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Épisodes

Rogers and El-Sayed disagree on many issues, except data center moratoriums 03.10.2026

Both candidates agree on slowing down data center development until more concreate policy solutions are established.

A mysterious, century-old safe was found in rural Michigan. Here’s what was inside. 26.09.2026

The Lions Club in Harrisville used the discovery to sell raffle tickets for the safe's contents. All of the proceeds were donated to local charities.

Six hospitalized after toxic chemical released from military plane crash 19.09.2026

Six of 33 people treated for contamination have been hospitalized at Munson Medical Center after the plane crash landed in Grand Traverse County Thursday.

How different generations learned about 9/11 12.09.2026

Most people around for the 9/11 attacks on America, can remember exactly where they were in 2001 and how they felt. But to those who were born after that day, grasping the severity of the tragedy may be harder to understand.

BONUS: Police warn against misinformation spreading after injury at Michigan festival 06.09.2026

Social media has blown up with opinions and speculation after a 37-year-old Black man was severely injured during a music festival in northern Michigan.

'A poem in steel and concrete': Hear rare audio of 1958 Mackinac Bridge dedication 05.09.2026

After searching for audio of the Mackinac Bridge opening, an archivist found a recording of the bridge's dedication ceremony in 1958, seven months after it opened.

Local governments in Michigan are struggling to fill open positions 29.08.2026

Many of Michigan’s nearly 1,500 townships and villages are run by part-time retirees in their 80s who are begging for help. The system is frayed and, without reform, communities could falter. Lansing isn’t coming to rescue.

Out with the new, in with the old? Farmers rely on decades-old machinery 22.08.2026

More farmers are opting to repair old tractors, combines and other machinery instead of buying new upgrades. A tough farm economy and historically-high equipment prices are at least partly to blame.

Bogus copyright claims target WCMU's reporting on UP bitcoin mine, congressional candidate 15.08.2026

Unknown companies filed claims to Google alleging WCMU copied a story about Michael Carbonara and his ties to a UP bitcoin mine, plus the latest headlines from across the region.

Mr. Smith goes to Washington? Remarkable upset in MI House primary 08.08.2026

WCMU's AJ Jones joins Tina Sawyer to break down primary results and what they mean for November's general election.

CMU scientist says Michigan swamps are in decline 01.08.2026

A CMU scientist says Michigan's swamps are in decline and could have a long-term impact on the Great Lakes. That’s this week on Between The Lakes, plus Michigan's biggest headlines and a brain teaser.

Saginaw inspired these mid-20th century songs 25.07.2026

From Simon & Garfunkel, Lefty Frizzell, to The Monkees, musicians used Saginaw as a muse in their song writing during the mid-20th century.

BONUS: Taking voter temperatures ahead of the midterms 19.07.2026

WCMU's AJ Jones speaks with Here & Now Host Scott Tong about their reporting trip to Saginaw and how Michigan voters are feeling less than a month away from primary elections.

Looking at the challenges farmers face in Michigan 18.07.2026

WCMU's Emma George sits down with Here & Now host Scott Tong to break down a variety of issues farmers have been facing in recent months.

Another state of emergency up north and controversial herbicide gets new guidelines 11.07.2026

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declares another state of emergency in northern Michigan; a DNR conservation officer found not guilty in 2023 shooting incident; the federal government releases new rules, controlling how farmers can use the controversial herbicide dicamba.

Meet the "father of information" and the inspiration for Claude.ai 04.07.2026

WCMU’s Blace Carpenter tells the story of the Gaylord man who created the foundation for artificial intelligence and inspired the name of Claude.ai.

Michigan's next governor wants to reform state-funded economic development 27.06.2026

Candidates on both sides of the isle say the state needs to reexamine how its spending tax dollars to attract businesses to Michigan.

How EPA rollbacks could impact PFAS clean up in Oscoda and Grayling 20.06.2026

Local activists and residents are growing impatient as the U.S. military delays clean up at PFAs contamination sites in Oscoda and Grayling. Plus, a new proposal from the EPA aims to rollback regulations on the forever chemical.

How Mackinac Island became a top Michigan destination 13.06.2026

This week's top stories and a discussion with author Frank Boles about his latest book "Visiting Mackinac: 150 Years of Tourism at Michigan's Fabled Straits."

Detainee says she was sexually assaulted in northern Michigan ICE facility 06.06.2026

A former detainee says she was repeatedly sexually assaulted at the North Lake Processing Center and that her attempts to alert administrators initially went unheeded.

Records show northern Michigan clerk changed 6 voter files to 'cancel' 30.05.2026

Reporter Austin Rowlader with the Northern Michigan Journalism Collaborative has confirmed through public records that at least six people have had their voter registration status canceled in the "Qualified Voter Files" by Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop.

Northern Michigan marinas still under water heading into Memorial Day weekend 23.05.2026

Memorial Day weekend, as we know, is big business in northern Michigan, but many people are working through the consequences of the widespread flooding in the region we had last month.

Effort underway to bring state funded mental healthcare to northern Michigan 16.05.2026

A recent state report shows 100%t of children in northern Michigan have to travel 100 miles or more to receive mental healthcare. That's one of the reasons several healthcare groups in the region are pushing state lawmakers to fund the construction of a new mental healthcare campus in the region.

Democrats maintain state Senate majority, politically connected Michigander accused of embezzling state funds 09.05.2026

The highly anticipated state Senate special election garnered national attention as a key bell weather ahead of the November midterm elections.

Where do we go from here? The future of dam safety and soaring prices 02.05.2026

Lawmakers are demanding action following historic flooding in April that destroyed five dams and put others in critical condition.

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