NightSide with Mike Parsons

September 15, 2026 ~ What will you do with your $5,000 from President Trump? Is AI going to kill us? Dearborn invites Mackelmore to perform after being dropped from Ed Sheeran tour. Paul and Mike remember 9/11. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 31, 2026 ~ Paul W and Kim are back from the 3 week cruise. Is Lindsay Clancy going to spend the rest of her life in prison or at a mental institution? RIP Dolly Parton. No one is going to call it Lake Michigan. Tarik Skubal takes back his espresso machine and blames it on his wife. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

August 24, 2026 ~ Kevin O'Neill from the Mitch Albom show tell us about his cult 80's hit "No More Madonna." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 26, 2026 ~ Why are kids going back to school so early? Why was Columbia house still in business? Why is some weirdo chasing people around in a Chucky mask in Philadelphia. Josh and Jase coming back to Michigan. Dearborn kept the peace last week. Neutrogena facing backlash for firing Hayden Panettiere. Kevin O'Neill, international music super star? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

August 17, 2026 ~ Is an angry internet mob coming to Dearborn? Josh and Jace meet and greet. Shocking murder up north. Hayden Panettiere dead at 36. Brawl breaks out at Woodward Dream Cruise. Who leaked the Taryn Asher video? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 10, 2026 ~ Fall out from last week's primary. Why is Traverse City treating Josh and Jase poorly? Robert Pattinson to play Chris Hansen in movie about "To Catch a Predator." University of Michigan doing away with grades for some classes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ Gordie Howe Bridge finally opens. One of the biggest concert weekends in recent memory happened last weekend. Jason Alexander apologizes to Courtney Stodden for inapropriate skit back when she was a minor. Elon Musk wants to make his own Odyssey movie using AI. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers...

July 20, 2026 ~ Sad to see the World Cup go. Tom Brady's stupid publicity stunt. President Trump's teleprompter operator busted for betting on his speeches. Kevin O'Neill on writing parodies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 20, 2026 ~ Detroit radio legend Kevin O'Neill from the Mitch Albom Show discusses the art of the parody and his hit record from the mid 80's. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 14, 2026 ~ Lindsey Graham's death is a good reminder to get checked out if something feels off. Are we closing in on the cause of cyclosporiasis? 2 shootings at 2 different shopping malls in 2 weeks. What are some dealbreakers that make you walk out of movies and will the man who confessed to killing Charlie Kirk face trial? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.co...

July 6, 2026 ~ Folarin Balogun will play against Belgium after a Presidential phone call. Are the Empire State Building climbers America's new favorite engaged couple now that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married? The people who put on the American 250 State Fair have probably never been to a fair. Is Summerween a thing? Shooting over the weekend at local shopping mall. Hosted by Simplecast,...

June 29, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith reflects back on 30 years since coming back full time to WJR. Is Jobbie Nooner still a thing? What was Terrion Arnold thinking? What would you show European soccer fans in America that would blow their mind? Is getting married at Madison Square Garden bad branding for Travis and Taylor? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

June 15, 2026 ~ MSU loses their Athletic Director shortly after losing their President. Will the Iran peace deal make it to Friday's signing ceremony. Someone get Timothée Chalamet out of the NY Knicks's locker room. Spencer Pratt goes off the deep end. Is Myspace making a comeback? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

June 8, 2026 ~ Mike sounds off on a controversial social media story that’s sparked a wider conversation about values and public reaction. He's also got news on a possible opening date for the Gordie Howe Bridge and the latest twists in celebrity politics in Los Angeles. Plus, talk of the Chicago Bears leaving Illinois, Red Wings trade buzz, and a spirited debate over a Dollar Tree in Birmingham....

June 1, 2026 ~ Another Mackinac Policy Conference in the books. The song of the Summer is AI generated. No one wants to play the America 250 concert. Roller coaster nightmares. Trump wants his face on the $250 bill, who would you put on it? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 18, 2026 ~ Pistons in trouble but will be on local TV next year. Will Spencer Pratt be the next Mayor of LA? Mike goes to traffic court. Washtenaw County Sheriff caught with a roach, say's it's not hers. Kid almost shot pointing realistic water gun at police. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

May 11, 2026 ~ Hantavirus and cruise ships, no thanks. Blue dot fever, we're glad overpriced music tours are being cancelled. More UFO files released and blind ranking fast food items. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 4, 2026 ~ RIP Spirit Airlines. It's lonely not being a Star Wars fan on May the 4th. Pistons making a run, Tigers bit by injury bug. Costco not raising prices on hot dogs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 27, 2026 ~ Attempted shooting at White House Correspondents dinner brought everyone closer together for a brief moment. Another earthquake Mike did not feel. Mistress of former Michigan head football coach goes on Good Morning America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 20, 2025 ~ Final episode of First Thing, Mike, Renee and Jason reflect on the past two years. A number of Downriver communities went on lockdown after two police officers were shot, they have since been released from the hospital. Donald Trump to decide on getting involved in Iran/Israel conflict over the next 2 weeks. Gordie Howe Bridge almost done. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

June 18, 2025 ~ Hold on to your butts weather alert. Big boy turning 89. MAGA world divided over Donald Trump considering getting involved in Iran vs Israel. Traffic lights coming to an on-ramp near you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 17, 2025 ~ A number of Michigan lawmakers on the hit list of man suspected of killing two lawmakers in Minnesota. Last night's Mayoral debate was very civil until the end. Donald Trump tells all of Tehran to evacuate. Tragedy in Harrison twp. Tom Leonard announces run for Governor. Trump organization to launch mobile phone company. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.ads...

June 16, 2025 ~ Manhunt for suspect who shot two Minnesota lawmakers is over. Few incidents and No Kings Protests but remained overall peaceful. Donald Trump holds military parade in Washington DC. President directs immigration crackdowns in cities controlled by democrats. Bombings between Israel and Iran continue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

June 13, 2025 ~ Israel attacks iran. One man survives plane crash that kills over 240 people. Trump signs bill to kill California EV mandate. Today is Friday the 13th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 12, 2025 ~ Quieter night in LA but protests breaks out throughout the country. Brian Wilson dead at 82. Tensions between Israel and Iran are at a tipping point. Elon Musks regrets some posts during his feud with Donald Trump over the Big Beautiful Bill. US and China agree to framework of a trade deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...