Stateside On Air

First, a look at how proposed taxes on legal cannabis could impact Michigan’s industry. Then, Michigan football great Brian Griese talks about how sports can be more sustainable. And, how Michigan State University’s cooperative extension gives farmers guidance on federal immigration policy.

We opened Stateside with a debrief on the horrific shooting and arson at a Mormon church in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Then, some information on the new state budget deal. Also, more on a new book recounting the life of a black disabled woman killed by police violence and the activism her death inspired. Plus, a bit about the factors behind the resignation of Wayne State's President Kimberly Andrews E...

A legal scholar’s perspective on the ways public officials have reacted to political speech after Charlie Kirk’s murder.

Today, details of a legal battle involving a collective of Michigan wineries, a conversation with musician Rhiannon Giddens, and an overview of Michiganders' bottle return habits.

First, a conversation with parents on how Corewell Health's step backwards on gender-affirming care affects their families. Then, a residential artist at the University of Michigan walks us through her upcoming book on country/folk music, race and class in American history.

How an MSU law professor became general counsel for the FCC. A poet shares his latest chapbook. And two authors share stories of the foods and drinks that have shaped Michigan's culture and the traditions we carry on today.

First, a history professor gave us historical perspectives on the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Then, an insight into beekeeping therapy, PTSD and their relationship to the Farm Bill. Plus, we caught up with a search and rescue ranger on whether or not a Sleeping Bear Dunes rescue really costs $3,000.

Within this episode of Stateside, powerful foundations call for an end to political violence. Then, we visit a remote inn in the U.P. that combines fine farm-to-table dining with the relaxed setting of the deep woods. And we hear from a poet whose work teases apart her listening relationship with Nina Simone.

On this installment of Stateside, the path to formal unionization for Michigan State University’s faculty. Then, we remember the legacy of Lansing’s hometown hero of the ring, Sabu. Plus, what one author uncovered through the oral histories of Michigan’s revolutionary rock band, the MC5.

First, a deeper look at the meeting of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors taking place today. Also, more on the PBS children's television character created in Grand Rapids.

Playwright and Hedwig and the Angry Inch star John Cameron Mitchell talks about guest-teaching at the University of Michigan. And Dearborn’s chief public health officer discusses the city’s project to calm traffic and reduce air pollution.

First, new research on the Rx Kids initiative, an unconditional cash prescription program during pregnancy and infancy, tracking outcomes for families who participated in Flint. Then, a defense of "Michiganian" with Michigan Public's On Hand. Plus, an interview with a teen journalist who already claims five years of experience in the field.

What happens with public works are sold to private companies at a heavily discounted rate? Then, the discovery of a rare wildflower that only lives in one tiny corner of the Great Lakes. And, we revisit a conversation with Detroit visual artist Tyree Guyton, known for the Heidelberg Project.

We marked the 100-year anniversary of Dr. Ossian Sweet’s act of self defense that led to his acquittal in an historic murder case that highlighted the anti-Black violence of redlining in 1920s Detroit. And we visited Kalamazoo’s first-ever city mural festival.

First, trans advocates plan to protest Michigan Medicine's decision to drop gender-affirming care for youth. Then, a new report found Michigan's utilities are the worst in the nation when it comes to restoring electricity. Also, advice on moving from The Best Advice Show and how to start a micro-garden.

First, why Michigan universities are seeing a decline in international enrollment and the consequences of that drop. Then, the author of a nonfiction book about amateur submariners discusses his in-depth research. And Michigan arts organizations discuss how they’re coping with federal funding cuts.

First, we heard more about reports that Michigan is sharing voter roll information with the Department of Justice. Then, we learned about the Music House Museum and how federal cuts threaten its survival. Also, a participating artist spoke with us about a Grand Rapids ArtPrize exhibition. Plus, we dove into the history of the word "Michigander" with Michigan Public's new podcast, On Hand. Have any...

First, what we know about the ICE arrest of an Ann Arbor father outside his child's school. Then, the life and legacy of Mother Waddles, an activist who devoted her life to feeding Detroit's hungry. Plus, an Iranian journalist speaks on the political activism of Iranian women following the police killing of Mahsa Amini in 2022.

There's been a lot of confusion around new federal guidance on COVID vaccines. We broke down what you need to know about the availability of the shot this fall. Also, the debate over allowing off-road vehicles into wilderness areas. And we check in with some of the roller derby teams converging in Lansing this weekend for Skate Wars.

Annual proficiency testing in Michigan schools shows reading scores continue to slide. Michigan resentences inmates who received life without parole as juveniles. And this week’s episode of It’s Just Politics.

Detroit’s mayoral race shines a light on the city’s long-struggling school system. Points North provides a history lesson about the Michigan and Ohio border dispute. And the latest novel from a best-selling author focuses on the Michigan foster care system.

Michigan football kicks off a new era this season. Can the Wolverines put it together with a mix of veteran talent and rising stars? Then, as MSU students begin the school year they may notice changes with on campus bussing - no drivers. And, Michigan comic Scoochie Boochie talks about his stand-up comedy and rap music.

An academic perspective on President Donald Trump’s move to eject Michigander Lisa Cook at the Federal Reserve. A profile of the man responsible for a surprising percentage of Detroit’s commercial signage. And, a conversation with Michigan Public’s retiring environment reporter, Lester Graham.

Restoration work continues in northern Michigan after the March ice storms. An entomologist discovers a bee species thought to be extinct here in Michigan. And this week’s episode of It’s Just Politics.

President Donald Trump said he fired an MSU professor from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors despite having no legal authority to do so. Also, Michigan Medicine has ended its gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth. Then, how federal funding cuts to the arts have affected productions in Michigan.