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NightSide with Mike Parsons

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NightSide with Mike Parsons takes a smart, conversational look at the stories shaping the day, blending real news with perspective that’s engaging, approachable, and sometimes a little unexpected. With an ear tuned to what’s impacting Michigan most, Mike brings context, clarity, and a steady voice to both local developments and the national conversation. It’s a program that keeps listeners informed, connected, and thinking, without ever feeling weighed down. Catch NightSide with Mike Parsons, Monday nights at 8 p.m. on 760 WJR, or on-demand wherever you get your podcasts.

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Sep 15, 2026

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First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 23, 2024 23.05.2024

May 23, 2024 ~ Detroit passes new ordinance to fight human trafficking. Biden forgives more student loans. Families of detained female Israeli soldiers release hostage footage to put pressure on Netanyahu. Hunter Biden tries to delay federal trial. Judge sides with Oxford High School shooter in fight to release pre trial records. Families of Uvalde school shooting victims sue the police. Detroit C...

DCFC Purchases Old Hospital for New Stadium 23.05.2024

May 23, 2024 ~ Neal Ruhl, Play by Play voice for Detroit City Football Club breaks down plans for a new stadium in Corktown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 22, 2024 22.05.2024

May 22, 2024 ~ Website giving away free tickets to train station reopening crashes due to massive demand. Police clear pro Palestinian encampment at University of Michigan. Defense rests in Donald Trump hush money trial. Detroit Zoo unveils plans for new water tower. UN has stopped delivering food to Rafah. Norway, Spain and Ireland recognize a Palestinian state. Terror in the skies over Singapore...

Wedding Expert on How to Throw Incredible Events 22.05.2024

May 22, 2024 ~ Suhair Kallabat of Eventfully Yours shares insights on evolving wedding trends, emphasizing personalized celebrations with bold colors and unique venues, while offering cost-saving tips and discussing the importance of enhanced lighting techniques. Find Suhair at https://www.suhairkallabat.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 21, 2024 21.05.2024

May 21, 2024 ~ There will be construction on the Mackinac Bridge over Memorial Day Weekend. Prosecution rests in Donald Trump hush money trial. Boat that knocked over bridge in Baltimore has been refloated. Oxford High School shooter's father won't help with his appeal. Macomb County using drones and AI to maintain sewers. Target trying to fight inflation. How to spot mental health problems in lov...

Proactive Steps Crucial for Mental Health Awareness 21.05.2024

May 21, 2024 ~ Adina Peyton, Executive Director of GRAMI (Getting Real About Mental Illness), discusses the urgent need to address the mental health crisis in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of recognizing and treating symptoms early to prevent potential harm. Find more information https://gramius.org/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 20, 2024 20.05.2024

May 20, 2024 ~ Storms in the forecast this week. Iranian President and Foreign Minister reportedly killed in helicopter crash. Bodies of 4 Israeli hostages found in Hamas tunnels. Propane explosion in Rochester injures multiple people. Biden makes stop in Detroit. Major auto crime ring busted. Prisoner escapes from Henry Ford Hospital. Set back for the UAW. Harrison Butker #1 selling Chiefs jersey...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 17, 2024 17.05.2024

May 17, 2024 ~ Possible alligator sighting at Kensington Metro Park. Jaylin Brazier found guilty in the murder of Zion Foster. Two congressional committees looking to hold AG Garland in contempt over Biden evoking executive privledge regarding audio from special counsel interview. Supreme Court votes to uphold funding for Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Detroit population grows for first tim...

Eastern Market Flower Day Blooms in Detroit 17.05.2024

May 17, 2024 ~ At the Eastern Market Flower Day in Detroit, an event heralded by over 125,000 attendees for its vibrant showcase of plants and flowers from Midwest vendors, Loni Thomas, Director of Markets at Eastern Market discusses how this tradition not only celebrates the commencement of the flower season but also significantly benefits local growers and small businesses, highlighting the quie...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 16, 2024 16.05.2024

May 16, 2024 ~ Detroit Lions schedule is full of storylines. Biden and Trump agree to debate. Protesters leave body bags on lawns of UM Board of Regents. 3 familiar faces on WDIV take buy outs. Inflation remains flat in April. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Media vs. AI: Fight for Copyright Compensation 16.05.2024

May 16, 2024 ~ Attorney Jeremy Rosenthal discusses a lawsuit filed by eight newspapers, including the New York Daily News and the Chicago Tribune, against OpenAI and Microsoft, spotlights the contentious debate over copyright infringement and AI, underscoring the need for updated laws to address AI-generated content and compensation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswiz...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 15, 2024 15.05.2024

May 15, 2024 ~ Gordie Howe Bridge only 85 feet away from connecting. Michel Cohen cross examined in Donald Trump hush money trial. Biden puts severe tariffs on China. 8 Tik Tok users suing government over ban. UN denies revising women and children death count in Gaza. Kwame Kilpatrick disputing reparations. Caitlin Clark scores 20 in WNBA debut. Report says cargo ship that caused Francis Scott Key...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 14, 2024 14.05.2024

May 14, 2024 ~ Jared Goff gets paid. Lions sell out season tickets. Michael Cohen testifies in Stormy Daniels hush money trial. UN cuts reported number of women and children killed in Gaza by half. Memorial Day travel expected to surge this year. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard holds town hall on Chilean crime gangs targeting homes in the area. Construction breaks ground at old site of Nor...

Economic Strain Delays Baby Plans for Many Americans 14.05.2024

May 14, 2024 ~ Janice Spooner, Market President with Greaet Plains Bank Southlake discusses the skyrocketing cost of raising children. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 13, 2024 13.05.2024

May 13, 2024 ~ We are back. Israel orders evacuations in Rafah. US accuses Israel of violating international law. UN votes to grand Palestine privledges. Ukraine still at war with Russia. Crews hope to clear major chunk of Francis Scott Key Bridge. Natural gas is not leaking in Grosse Pointe Woods according to officials. Plane crash in Novi yields no injuries. Biden tries to reduce credit card fee...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 3, 2024 03.05.2024

May 3, 2024 ~ Police on the lookout for sicko who threw a bag of baby rabbits out his car window. Two suspects responsible for the shooting of two 18 year old women and two children on the run. Biden finally breaks silence on college protests. Second Boeing whistleblower dead within a few months. Stormy Daniels's lawyer testifies at Trump hush money trial. Chatfields plead not guilty from Kentucky...

Lakeside Mall Set for Billion-Dollar Makeover, Closing July 1 03.05.2024

May 3, 2024 ~ Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights is set to close July 1st to make way for a new mixed use, town square type development. Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor joins Mike and Renee to discuss the future of the site. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 2, 2024 02.05.2024

May 2, 2024 ~ Kwame Kilpatrick sighting at the Trump rally. Biden coming to Michigan this month. Lakeside Mall to close July 1. Fed keeps interest rates where they are. More arrests on college campuses. Marjorie Taylor Greene to move foward with motion to strip Mike Johnson of his speakership. Ballys app has gone bye bye. No mow May is back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pc...

First Thing With Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ May 1, 2024 01.05.2024

May 1, 2024 ~ NYPD arrests protestors at Columbia University that took over a building. Northwestern University reaches a deal with their protestors. A Stellantis plant in Warren will take a strike vote on Monday. Netanyahu says he'll still attack Rafah with or without a deal. DEA may reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Group of newspapers suing big AI. Mike and Renee talk to Michael Me...

Behind the Mask: Q&A with Halloween’s Myers Actors 01.05.2024

May 1, 2024 ~ James Jude Courtney, actor who potrayed Michael Myers in the past 3 Halloween movies discusses "Halfway to Halloween" a collaboration between himself and Nick Castle, the orignal "Shape" from the 1978 classic that helps keep children fed during the summer months when they are out of school for more information visit https://www.emagine-entertainment.com/movies/halfway-2-halloween/ or...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ April 30, 2024 30.04.2024

April 30, 2024 ~ 4 officers killed 4 injured while trying to serve a warrant in North Carolina. Suspect opens fire on DPD officers on Belle Isle, none were injured. Columbia starts suspending protestors for missing 2pm deadline to disperese. Draft economic impact could top $150 million. Operation Ghostrider is now in effect. Oxford High School shooter moved to another prison. Antony Blinken is bac...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ April 29, 2024 29.04.2024

April 29, 2024 ~ Detroit's NFL draft shatters attendace records. Could we be moving closer to a ceasefire? Trump trial takes a day off. Biden says he's happy to debate Donald Trump. Harvey Weinstein taken to the hospital. Over 100 tornados hit the heartland. 275 protestors arrested on college campuses this weekend. Community holds vigil for two children killed in boat club car accident. Hosted by...

Bringing Estate Sales into the 21st Century 29.04.2024

April 29, 2024 ~ Aaron Siepierski, founder of Aaron’s Estate Sales LLC, highlights the significance of estate sales in offering a variety of high-quality, discounted items and the unexpected treasures one can find, from valuable antiques to unique collectibles. His approach combines traditional estate sale values with technological innovations and a focus on sustainability and education, making hi...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ April 26, 2024 26.04.2024

April 26, 2024 ~ Detroit breaks first night draft attendance record at 275,000 people before picking CB Terrion Arnold out of Alabama. Trump had immunity claims heard by SCOTUS as former head of National Enquirer testified for a 3rd day in hush money trial. Harvey Weinstein's NY conviction overturned. Man who owned Clinton Twp building that exploded killing one person is facing involuntary manslau...

First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale ~ April 25, 2024 25.04.2024

April 25, 2024 ~ Draft day in Detroit. Huge new contracts for Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell. $95 billion defense bill and Tik Tok ban officially signed. College protest encampments expand. Macomb County files first charges under safe storage law. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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