Great Lakes Confidential

Perhaps the most notorious mystery of Michigan wonder... Angie and guest Mike Bobbitt go back almost 200 years to solve the mystery of I-75 exit 69 Big Beaver Road. Mike is cohost to 2 other podcasts on the Joy Road Media Network; You Made Me Watch (with his wife Allyson), in which they go back and forth and make the other watch a movie they've never seen before, and Truthcast - the best improvise...

On this week's episode, Angie has a special guest on to educate her on the Masonic Temple in Detroit, MI. Lauren Uchalik is a comedian, roller derby gal, travel agent, philanthropist, and a super great human. She is passionate about sharing the stories and history of Detroit, and I felt so lucky to learn about the Masonic Temple from her. She also shares some fun stories about her dad's band The P...

There are so many different ways people celebrate the holiday season, and in this episode, Angie and Marty explore some of the traditions in our state. This is in no way a comprehensive list, but we touch on some cultural traditions that even we, as life long Michiganders, had no idea were taking place! Feel free to visit our social media pages to share your traditions with us; we would love to he...

On this week's episode, we give a quick history of Motown and Hitsville, USA in Detroit, MI. Essential to so many Detroit stories yet told on this podcast, Motown Records was a hit making music factory that left an indelible mark on pop culture worldwide. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services fo...

Thanksgiving in Detroit is kind of a big deal. Turkey with all the fixin's, America's Thanksgiving Parade, and of course, Lions football! On this week's episode, Marty will give you the history of the Detroit Lions, and Angie will tell you all about the parade and what makes it so special. Happy Thanksgiving from Great Lakes Confidential! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amma...

Everyone knows University of Michigan and Ohio State University have been football rivals since football was invented, but did you know the feuding actually goes all the way back to when Michigan was becoming a state? This week's episode discusses the history of the biggest rivalry in football, just in time for the big game to be played! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman...

Belle Isle in Detroit is such a gem! Whether you've been there or not, this episode is a MUST. Angie and Marty explore the island and share some lesser known stories. Be sure to check out Great Lakes Confidential on social media to see photos they took on their most recent visit. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the followin...

What exactly happened to the Edmund Fitzgerald in Lake Superior on November 10, 1975? Some say it was the Three Sisters, some say it was aliens. Join Angie and Marty as they explore the wreckage on this week's episode of Great Lakes Confidential. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysi...

This bonus episode explores the history of The Redford Theatre in Detroit, Michigan, as well as promoting an upcoming concert there featuring Serious Moonlight, A David Bowie Tribute Band with special guest Tim Cappello, the "sexy sax man" from The Lost Boys! For more information on The Redford Theater and to purchase tickets to the concert, click here. Follow Serious Moonlight on Facebook . Follo...

What better way to end our spooky scary haunted creepy stuff month than with a virtual road trip on some of the most haunted roads in our state? We'll end up at a haunted cemetery, so buckle up kids, and let's go! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/...

Have you heard the sad and spooky story of Beeson Mansion and Crypt in Niles, Michigan? Find out who may have been haunting the grounds for the last 150 years, on this week's episode. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Our dear friend Germaine Gebhard joins us this week to tell us about her first hand experiences at Northville. As the sister of 2 former Northville patients, and an intern of Northville as an adult, she has interesting perspectives to share. Germaine is crazy about mental health. Sometimes she does standup comedy because you typically can’t drink alcohol during therapy. You can find out where she’...

Northville Psychiatric Hospital, or Northville State Hospital as it's also been known, has an interesting, and sometimes dark past. Join Angie and Marty as they travel through time to learn more about the history of the buildings and those that spent time there. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party serv...

What do you know about Shoe Trees? Listen this week as Angie and Marty explore the legend of Shoe Trees and why they've caught the attention of so many in Michigan. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Part history, part folklore, part travel, and all Michigan. Join Angie and Marty as they uncover Michigan and its hidden mysteries in a way that's never been done before. Be safe out there and text them when you get home. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram . Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podc...