Podcasts about Lake Michigan

In the fall of 1926, the best friend of Chicago gangsters returned to politics and got his name added to the Republican mayoral primary ballot. William “Big Bill” Thompson was back from political exile – he just couldn't stay away. In early July, he sailed his yacht down the Chicago River and into Lake Michigan, carrying an motley crew of politicians, businessmen, beer-swilling clowns, assorted cronies, and a gangster or two. They were cheered on by thousands of people who lined the shoreline. The man was a walking punchline, but people loved him. He'd spent the last year or so rebuilding his political capital, knowing that Chicago was not a city that wanted reform as badly as the current mayor wanted to offer it. Al Capone was so enthused about the corrupt former mayor's return that he contributed $250,000 to Thompson's campaign fund and introduced every form of bribery and terrorism imaginable on the man's behalf. It was also during this campaign that Capone was credited with the Chicago's most famous political slogan and one that's still around to this day:“Vote early and vote often.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The show kicks off with Glenn Alfieri of GK Custom Calls. Glenn talks about the upcoming early Michigan goose season. Then, NIck Grillo of Michigan Brand Meats reminds us his company will custom process order. Hour two features Captain John Milbourne of the Michigan Charter Boat Association. John talks about the job of a charter captain and the Lake Michigan salmon fishery this season. Kyle Green of the Green Way Conservation Club is up next. He talks about the success of his group so far and what's next on the agenda. The hour wraps up with Tom Weston of the Michigan DNR. Tom reminds us their app can be used without a cell signal. Deer hunting is the topic in hour 3 with John Eberhart, the "Whitetail Whisperer". He talks about scouting, trophy bucks and his new line of Scent Lok clothing. The show wraps up with chef Dixie Dave Minar and another great fish recipe.

A coast guardsman named Earl Cunningham froze to death on Lake Michigan trying to rescue five fishermen trapped on a drifting ice sheet. His last words were "I wish I could see my wife and three children once more." That was February 1936. A few months later, the same country that had been paralyzed by temperatures of negative sixty was recording temperatures above 110. Sidewalks exploded. Spare tires detonated and sent hubcaps through restaurant windows. A heat-crazed elephant in San Francisco killed its zookeeper and was sentenced to death after a courtroom trial. People slept on rooftops to escape the heat and rolled off to their deaths. At least 12,000 North Americans died in what remains the deadliest heat wave in the continent's history. Today's guest is Geoff Williams, author of The Summer of Death: The Great Heat Wave of 1936 and the Making of Modern-Day America. We discuss how a Polish immigrant died tending furnaces at a Chevrolet factory because that was the job given to immigrants and Black workers, why Marlene Dietrich fainted shooting a movie in the Arizona desert where the baby camel died with sand in its stomach, and how men were arrested for taking their shirts off at the beach while a Kentucky police matron ordered officers to cite girls over ten for wearing shorts. Williams argues that the summer of 1936 was the hinge point that created modern America, forcing the country to embrace air conditioning, rethink how workers are protected, and begin the first serious conversations about climate change, and that nearly every lesson from that catastrophe has since been either forgotten or actively ignored.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you think about archaeology, your mind probably went to a scene of an excavation site. Probably in a dry landscape, with hammers and dust and someone looking like Sam Neil in Jurassic Park.  While archeologists do uncover the ways people lived in the past below the surface through the places and artifacts they left behind — this is also done way below the surface, underwater.   Underwater archaeology, or the study of submerged landscapes, is a relatively new field. In fact, UW-Milwaukee is just one of two underwater archaeology programs in the U.S. It's led by associate professor Dr. Ashley Lemke, who's previous work includes researching prehistoric hunter-gatherer sites in the depths of Lake Huron. Now, she is helping students explore similar submerged sites in Lake Michigan for the first time. To learn more, Lemke joins me now and begins by sharing how she first discovered the world of underwater archaeology.

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A man died after he and two others fell into Lake Michigan at 31st Street Beach on Chicago's South Side Sunday night.

A man died after he and two others fell into Lake Michigan at 31st Street Beach on Chicago's South Side Sunday night.

A man died after he and two others fell into Lake Michigan at 31st Street Beach on Chicago's South Side Sunday night.

Experience the soothing sounds of a gentle stream flowing into Lake Michigan, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Let this calming nature ambience help you unwind, focus, and find peaceful rest.

This week's show kicks off with long time Charter Captain Jeff Tropf.  Jeff is one of the few charters out of Leland on northern Lake Michigan. Then, Dan Ulfig from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on the "Here for Generations" campaign. Hour two features Adam Lewis of Deer IQ.  He has great advice on getting ready for the upcoming season. Next, Dan Operhall from the Michigan DNR talks about their Platte River fish hatchery. We're talking bear hunting in hour 3 with Gary Morgan of Wild Game Dynasty outfitters. The show wraps up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar and a very nice fish recipe.

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!The Mothman first spread its wings over Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s—an era of fear, mystery, and tragedy. After a wave of sightings and supernatural panic, the terror culminated in the catastrophic collapse of the Silver Bridge, cementing Mothman as one of America's most chilling legends. For decades, the creature vanished—until whispers of its return began to surface near Lake Michigan in 2017.Researcher and investigator Tobias Wayland joins the conversation to uncover the truth behind this winged enigma. Are the modern-day encounters with Mothman mere folklore reborn, or is the creature an ancient harbinger of doom following humanity through the decades?From eyewitness accounts to eerie coincidences and mass sightings over the Midwest, this is a story that refuses to fade. Because when the Mothman appears, history suggests tragedy is never far behind.#TheGraveTalks #Mothman #LakeMichiganMothman #Cryptids #CryptidLegends #PointPleasant #SilverBridgeCollapse #ParanormalPodcast #UrbanLegends #Cryptozoology #WingedCreature #HarbingerOfDoom #RealMysteryLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOThe Mothman first spread its wings over Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s—an era of fear, mystery, and tragedy. After a wave of sightings and supernatural panic, the terror culminated in the catastrophic collapse of the Silver Bridge, cementing Mothman as one of America's most chilling legends. For decades, the creature vanished—until whispers of its return began to surface near Lake Michigan in 2017.Researcher and investigator Tobias Wayland joins the conversation to uncover the truth behind this winged enigma. Are the modern-day encounters with Mothman mere folklore reborn, or is the creature an ancient harbinger of doom following humanity through the decades?From eyewitness accounts to eerie coincidences and mass sightings over the Midwest, this is a story that refuses to fade. Because when the Mothman appears, history suggests tragedy is never far behind.#TheGraveTalks #Mothman #LakeMichiganMothman #Cryptids #CryptidLegends #PointPleasant #SilverBridgeCollapse #ParanormalPodcast #UrbanLegends #Cryptozoology #WingedCreature #HarbingerOfDoom #RealMysteryLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Fran Spielman interviews Congressman and mayoral candidate Mike Quigley, beginning with Cubs and hockey talk before turning to his Lake Michigan suit jump meant to highlight sewage control, shoreline restoration, and invasive-species threats. Quigley explains why he's running for mayor now, citing fiscal, housing, public safety, and CPS crises, and argues the next mayor must make tough choices without worrying about reelection; he defends running for Congress and mayor concurrently and outlines fundraising and campaign plans. 

One of the world's largest scuba organizations was founded in the Chicago suburbs by Portage Park pool swim instructor Ralph Erickson. Decades later and Chicago still has a small but mighty scuba diving scene, driven in part by Lake Michigan's many well-preserved shipwrecks. So Curious City jumped into Lake Michigan and talked with people in the local diving community who are carrying on the area's surprisingly-robust scuba legacy.

Experience the gentle flow of a peaceful stream blending into Lake Michigan's calm waters, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and relaxation with soothing nature sounds and ambient white noise. Drift into tranquil rest and ease insomnia with this calming natural soundscape.

Experience the gentle flow of a peaceful stream meeting the Lake Michigan shore, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Let these soothing ambient nature sounds melt away stress and create a calm atmosphere for focus and rest.

For the last five months, oil giant British Petroleum (BP) has locked 800 workers out of their jobs at a crude oil refinery in Whiting, Indiana. The facility, located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, is BP's last unionized oil refinery in the United States. BP says it is pursuing "modernized job structures, training, and upskilling," but workers and their union—United Steelworkers Local 7-1—say that the company has not bargained in good faith, that its contract proposals pose blatant existential threats to workers' jobs, pay, and collective bargaining rights, and that the company is illegally trying to crush the union out of existence with the lockout. In this episode of Working People, we speak with three locked out workers at the BP oil refinery in Whiting: Eric Schultz, president of USW Local 7-1; Leno Miller, assistant griever for USW Local 7-1; Tim Powell, a 19-year member of USW Local 7-1, and a volunteer for the lockout assistance committee. Additional links/info: USW Local 7-1 Official Lockout Update/Support Page USW Local 7-1 Facebook page and Instagram Sarah Lazare, Workday Magazine / The American Prospect, "Locked out refinery workers say BP is trying to 'starve us,' crush union" Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, "I survived the rig explosion that caused the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. This is what I saw" Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme Song Credits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor

For the last five months, oil giant British Petroleum (BP) has locked 800 workers out of their jobs at a crude oil refinery in Whiting, Indiana. The facility, located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, is BP's last unionized oil refinery in the United States. BP says it is pursuing “modernized job structures, training, and upskilling,” but workers and their union—United Steelworkers Local 7-1—say that the company has not bargained in good faith, that its contract proposals pose blatant existential threats to workers' jobs, pay, and collective bargaining rights, and that the company is illegally trying to crush the union out of existence with the lockout. In this episode of Working People, we speak with three locked out workers at the BP oil refinery in Whiting: Eric Schultz, president of USW Local 7-1; Leno Miller, assistant griever for USW Local 7-1; Tim Powell, a 19-year member of USW Local 7-1, and a volunteer for the lockout assistance committee.Additional links/info: USW Local 7-1 Official Lockout Update/Support PageUSW Local 7-1 Facebook page and InstagramSarah Lazare, Workday Magazine / The American Prospect, “Locked out refinery workers say BP is trying to ‘starve us,' crush union”Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, “I survived the rig explosion that caused the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. This is what I saw”Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme SongCredits: Audio Post-Production: Jules TaylorBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Immerse yourself in the gentle flow of a peaceful stream merging into Lake Michigan, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and calming relaxation. Let soothing nature sounds create a tranquil ambiance to help you unwind, sleep better, and find restful calm.

Do people have the right to walk Wisconsin's Lake Michigan shoreline? That question is at the heart of a current court case. Meanwhile, there's a path along the much-coveted Geneva Lake shoreline that's been accessible to the public for decades.

Discover who the first European Explorer was behind setting foot on Lake Michigan's waters. Get a breakdown behind the areas where Lake Michigan has had high concentrations of shipwrecks. Explore where America's population stood come around year 1860. Understand the significance behind what happened come year 1851 in Buffalo, New York. Figure out what the term steamboat itself actually refers to. Receive a short in depth overview analysis behind James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and Mary Louisa Bruce, Countess of Elgin. Determine just how big Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin was including the different routes she traversed along the Great Lakes. Figure out where Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin was departing from come morning of September 6,1860. Determine just how many passengers Lady Elgin was equipped to transport while also discovering her capacity state come late evening September 7. Get an idea behind what the atmosphere was like onboard Lady Elgin going into late hours of September 7 including early morning next day. Learn what exactly unraveled on Lake Michigan around 2:30AM September 8,1860 involving Paddle Steamer Lady Elgin. Determine how Lady Elgin Captain Jack Wilson assessed the situation following his ship's collision with Augusta of Oswego. Learn just how quickly it took for Lady Elgin to sink including lifeboats used along with total number of passengers saved. Explore acts of heroism which took place during morning of September 8. Get a brief background behind Augusta of Oswego including her Captain, D.M. Malott as well as the ship's ultimate fate. Learn about the various reform which followed in the wake of Lady Elgin's sinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 5,000 athletes are descending on Milwaukee for the 2026 USA Triathlon. They'll be jumping into Lake Michigan for the swimming portion of the race.

The BOB & TOM Show — August 4, 2026 6:00 – "Blow Me a Kiss" – Dean & Jerry 6:04 – Chick out; Willie joins the show 6:08 – "Coke in the Boat" – Pat Godwin 6:11 – Cocaine washes ashore in Hialeah – Pat Godwin 6:22 – Kristi and Willie discuss enjoying back-to-school shopping 6:25 – Willie asks Tom if Finn has been easier to raise than his other children; Tom says he had five to practice on 6:30 – Letter: mascot chimney sweep 6:32 – Letter: wife startled by a spider in the shower 6:35 – Josh talks about a house made of straw 6:36 – Tom says he likes distressed brick houses 6:37 – Willie says he enjoys the game Risk 6:48 – Letter about a dad's friend with the last name Enis 6:50 – Letter praising Pat's Irish song 6:51 – Pat performs "That's How Irish I Am" 7:04 – Unusual town names 7:05 – Tom talks about towels 7:07 – Kristi uses disposable hand towels 7:08 – Decorative pillows in hotel rooms 7:11 – Discussion about oversized platform shoes 7:12 – Willie says, "I'm fibered out" 7:13 – Tom says "Hush Puppies" 7:23 – Tom says puppies have the sharpest teeth 7:23 – National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 7:27 – Sports 7:31 – Rain and tornado warnings during Gen Con in Indianapolis 7:34 – Pain-free tattoos using a transdermal patch 7:37 – Josh jokes about people getting tattoos later in life 7:38 – Josh compares tattoo preparation to sanding a table before painting 7:49 – Jess joins the studio 7:49 – Callback about oversized platform shoes 7:50 – Discussion about a company selling novelty platform shoes 7:52 – "Crap Clogs" – Tom 7:53 – Discussion of penis transplant procedures in Vietnam 8:08 – Tone Challenge 8:11 – Josh Line 8:29 – Good Willie: "Kelly's Paddle" 8:34 – Kristi shares finding a beautiful hutch in a house she purchased 8:36 – Tom shares an unusual item found in a house he purchased 8:37 – Willie's camp girlfriend story 8:47 – Today in History 9:04 – Phone interview with Jim Dreyer about his Lake Michigan swim 9:07 – Jim discusses towing 1,500 pounds of cannonballs during a 22-mile swim 9:20 – "Purple Groin" – Pat Godwin 9:24 – Discussion about mud wrestling 9:25 – Tom jokes about "Lesbo-palooza" 9:30 – Tom says he dislikes the movie Purple Rain, citing the acting 9:49 – Tom shares a story about taking photographs 6:00 Hour7:00 Hour8:00 Hour9:00 Hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs, host Rich Napolitano sits down with Great Lakes historian Rob Alway to uncover the story of the Pere Marquette 18, the flagship rail car ferry that mysteriously sank in Lake Michigan in 1910. Rich and Rob explore how the Pere Marquette Railroad helped shape maritime and rail travel across Lake Michigan, why the Pere Marquette 18 was considered the fleet's most notable ship, and what happened on her final voyage from Ludington to Milwaukee. Rob walks us through the theories behind the sinking, including possible hull damage from its excursion service, the emergency distress call that made Great Lakes history, and the rescue efforts that followed. You'll also hear about: ⚓The history of Ludington's car ferry industry ⚓How railroad ferries helped avoid Chicago rail bottlenecks ⚓The aftermath of the sinking and the changes it inspired ⚓The wreck's discovery nearly 500 feet down in Lake Michigan ⚓Why the SS Badger remains a living link to this maritime legacy A perfect episode if you're interested in Great Lakes history, shipwrecks, rail ferries, maritime disasters, or the hidden stories behind the places we live. Read more of Rob Alway's work: ⚓Mason County Historical Society | https://masoncountymihistory.org/ ⚓Mason County Press | https://masoncountypress.com ⚓Oceana County Press | https://oceanacountypress.com/ Listen now to learn how one shipwreck helped define an entire era of Lake Michigan travel. #ShipwrecksAndSeaDogs #GreatLakesHistory #PereMarquette18 #Shipwreck #LakeMichigan #MaritimeHistory #Ludington #RobAlway #RailFerry #HistoricShipwreck **

Authorities are confirming that the bodies of two suburban kayakers were found in Lake Michigan in northern Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agree if anger soon replaced sorrow shortly after funeral services were held for those Bradley Crewmen whom perished. Get an in depth analysis behind the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation's inquiry into what they believed caused the Bradley's sinking as well as recommendation improvements. Understand why families whose loved ones perished went about suing U.S.Steel Corporation. Discover U.S.Steel Corporations Defense Strategy in response to the plaintiffs accusations. Get introduced to Global Marine Expedition Company including their surveys of the Bradley Wreckage Site. Learn how Frank Mays and Elmer Fleming responded to Global Marine's findings including what U.S.Steel Corporation did in return to the two Bradley Survivors. Discover just how much the SS Carl D.Bradley was truly worth leading up to her sinking. Determine whether or not Frank Mays and Elmer Fleming returned back to Great Lakes Waters after having recovered from their harrowing ordeal. Get a timeline behind what Frank Mays was involved in regarding the Bradley Wreck between 1995-1997. Understand why the legacy of Frank Mays, the SS Carl D.Bradley's last survivor, is so important. Go behind the scenes and explore just how dangerous Lake Michigan's waters were over a ten day course between October 22-31,1929. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the life you're dreaming about is waiting on the other side of one brave decision? In this episode of The Motivatarian Exchange, Dionne Woods sits down with artist, educator, and entrepreneur Deb Kraska for a heartfelt conversation about courage, creativity, reinvention, and learning to trust yourself through life's transitions. For more than 26 years, Deb has inspired students as an eighth-grade computer science teacher. At the same time, she spent nearly a decade building a thriving brick-and-mortar creative business before making the difficult decision to close its doors—not because it had failed, but because she had grown. She was ready to make space for the next chapter. That decision came with excitement, uncertainty, and one fear many of us know all too well: "What will people think?" Deb shares how she worked through that fear, embraced her identity as an artist, and discovered that sometimes the hardest part of growth isn't changing your life—it's giving yourself permission to do it. As an educator, Deb has also witnessed a dramatic shift in today's students. She explains why motivation looks different than it did a decade ago and shares the simple mindset practice she teaches every year: Add one word. Yet. "I can't do this"... yet. That single word changes the conversation from defeat to possibility—for her students and for all of us. In this conversation, Dionne and Deb discuss: Why perfectionism keeps us from taking the first step The surprising fear behind closing a successful business How to stop worrying about what other people think The power of adding "yet" to your mindset Why creative communities help us become braver Building confidence through consistent action The connection between computer science and creativity Learning to ask for help during seasons of grief and transition Creating healthy routines that support your mind, body, and creativity Redefining success from achievement to peace Following curiosity instead of forcing a perfect plan Deb also shares how Lake Michigan inspires her newest body of artwork, why she's developing the Restyle DIY app to help others confidently tackle creative projects, and how talking directly to her audience has transformed the way she shows up online. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, teacher, parent, or someone standing at the edge of a new season, this episode is a reminder that growth rarely begins with certainty. It begins with one small decision. One brave step. And sometimes... One simple word. Yet. Connect with Deb Kraska

we pivot straight from Tampa to the shores of Lake Michigan as the 18-team powerhouse that is the Big Ten takes over the Hilton Chicago for 2026 Big Ten Media Days. We break down Wednesday's heavy-hitting podium sessions, including Ryan Day addressing Ohio State's championship mandate with Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith, Dan Lanning's Oregon Ducks asserting their dominance with Dante Moore under center, and Nico Iamaleava at UCLA. Plus, we look ahead to Thursday's final day with Michigan taking the stage with Bryce Underwood, Curt Cignetti's Indiana, and the new landscape of B1G football.

For over a century, witnesses across Michigan and Wisconsin have described the same impossible figure – upright, wolf-headed, and aware of being watched. Some walked away with scars, others with a story they were afraid to tell for decades.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/dogmanREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckpcp8sFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: Across Michigan and Wisconsin, encounters with an upright, wolf-headed figure span more than a century – from nineteenth-century logging camps to farm roads, deer stands, and suburban backyards. Witnesses describe a creature with human-like hands, glowing eyes, and an unsettling awareness of being watched, several of them staying silent about what they saw for years rather than risk being disbelieved. Hunters, drivers, and at least one retired sheriff's deputy all report the same detail – something that watches back, and in more than one account, something that speaks.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:06:13.435 = Show Open00:08:57.805 = Part One00:18:33.555 = Part Two ***00:46:24.349 = Part Three ***01:00:02.576 = Part Four ***01:14:17.255 = Part Five ***01:27:28.423 = Part Six ***01:34:00.844 = Part Seven ***01:46:18.276 = Show Close01:47:34.794 = SONG: “Dogman of Silver Creek” by Dark Weirdness*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:PHOTO: 1961 photo of Dogman (at Strangeology.com): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/muajp2myBOOK: “The Beast of Bray Road: Tailing Wisconsin's Werewolf” by Linda Godfrey: https://amzn.to/43xNkroThe InBetween with Carol Ann (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@TheInBetweenTalesMichigansThumb.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p98vf2cTetZoo.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4maj49wkHangar1Publishing.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc29e65aMythFolks.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8wdd24DiscoveryUK.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p88uxkjCreepyEncounters.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckncywhListVerse.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtybyttw(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: March 22, 2025Weird Darkness devotes a full episode to the Dogman, the upright, wolf-headed cryptid reported across Michigan and Wisconsin for more than a century, moving through firsthand encounters, a claimed government cover-up, a witnessed fight between a Dogman and two Sasquatch, and a side-by-side comparison of Dogman folklore against traditional werewolf mythology.It opens with the creature's documented history, tracing the first alleged sighting to 1887, when a group of lumberjacks in Wexford County, Michigan described a being with the body of a man and the head of a dog during the state's great logging era. Similar reports followed in Allegan County in the 1950s and in Cross Village, Big Rapids, and Manistee County during the 1960s, while Elkhorn, Wisconsin became the center of activity in the early 1990s. The segment also catalogs standalone incidents tied to the legend: four horses found dead with their eyes open in 1917, seven-foot-four claw marks reported on a church door in 1957, a farmer found dead at his plow surrounded by oversized canine tracks in 1997, a 2006 backyard sighting in Shelby Township, Michigan, and an army veteran's account of a wolf-headed creature pacing his truck through Manistee National Forest. Odawa oral tradition describing a two-legged, wolf-like being near Lake Michigan predates all of it, and the episode raises the theory that Dogman sightings cluster in years ending in seven.From there, the episode turns to the case that gave the cryptid one of its best-known names: the Beast of Bray Road. Lori Endrizzi's fall 1989 sighting on Bray Road outside Elkhorn, Wisconsin, first documented by researcher Linda Godfrey in the 2003 book "The Beast of Bray Road," describes a kneeling, brownish-gray figure with long claws that turned to meet her headlights. Two years later, on Halloween night 1991, Doris Gipson struck the same stretch of road and was chased by a clawed, upright creature that clung to her car's rear bumper as she fled. Walworth County Animal Control officer Jon Fredrikson began compiling reports in a manila folder marked "Werewolf," which grew to include a December 1990 sighting by a child witness, clawed tracks near Potter's Road that led locals to nickname the creature "Pottsy," a 1990 roadside sighting by Mike Etten, and two separate encounters reported by high school student Tom Brichta. The same story traces the legend back further still, to 1936, when night watchman Mark Shackleman encountered a six-foot, black-furred creature scratching at an Indigenous burial ground outside Racine, Wisconsin's St. Coletta Convent, a creature that reportedly spoke a single word, "Gadarah," a name tied to the biblical account of Jesus casting out demons at Gadara.Next, the episode moves to a February 2012 case from rural Chenango, New York, where Brandon Close and his neighbor Gene pursued the source of a scream that had left Close's cattle huddled against an electric fence, only to be chased through the woods by an eight-foot creature that kept pace with their all-terrain vehicle at highway speed. The account continues with an unmarked black van and armed personnel arriving at Close's property the following day, ultimately removing the memory cards from his trail cameras.A separate account follows a Big Rapids, Michigan night watchman's 1961 encounter with a six-foot, grayish-brown creature outside his home near the Haymarsh State Game Area, an incident the witness says he photographed under a streetlight.The episode then recounts an anonymous 1992 camping trip in which the witness watched a black, long-armed creature stalk him along a dry creek bed before a Sasquatch intervened, leading to a violent fight that ended when a second, larger Sasquatch killed the Dogman and dragged its body into the woods.Hunting-season encounters follow, beginning with Peter's October 16, 2012 experience in Pontiac, Illinois, where a wolf-sized creature bit his arm during a chase near his family's deer stand before inexplicably retreating. A separate witness describes two Dogman sightings twenty years apart, the first in Alto, Michigan in 1988 and the second in nearby Lowell, Michigan in 2008, when a blue-eyed creature that had followed him since childhood appeared on his roof and spoke a single word, "Don't."Another segment follows Derek, an Ohio mycology enthusiast, to a 2016 night-fishing trip along the Mahoning River in Niles, Trumbull County, Ohio, where he encountered a crouching creature near an old train trestle that stood to meet his gaze before retreating into the brush.A Fitchburg, Wisconsin case follows college student Matt, who in 2006 heard a scream during a minor earthquake and glimpsed a wolf-headed, humanoid figure in a passing car's headlights. A separate story follows a man identified as Mark to his late grandfather's cabin in Sierra County, Ohio, where he discovered why his grandfather had banned the family from the property for years, after an unseen creature chased him back to the cabin and reappeared at the tree line with two others.A Reed City, Michigan hunting party's four-day encounter in November 2007 follows, in which Sam and his companions repeatedly crossed paths with a yellow-eyed, hunchbacked creature that left claw marks on a rifle stock and a cabin door. The episode then follows Gabe to a rural Montana property, where lightning revealed a broad-shouldered, upright creature in his yard, followed weeks later by a closer encounter near his satellite dish that prompted him to move.Retired law enforcement officer Laura Love's account follows, describing a nearly seven-and-a-half-foot, dark-furred creature that struck a truck near the West Weber Road overpass on U.S. Highway 31 before vanishing into roadside brush. A separate story follows Janet, who for years believed she had seen a deformed bear near Danbury, Wisconsin's Long Lake before her son's own Dogman sighting prompted her to reconsider what she and her sister-in-law Amy witnessed on Rustic Road.A November 7, 2016 account from Duluth, Minnesota follows, describing an anonymous graphic designer's sighting of a hunched, wolf-faced cr

We examine the president's claims of election fraud and what you need to know about the security of Wisconsin's election system. We meet Lake Michigan's new Coast Guard commander. We learn about the FBI headquarters in Milwaukee.

Experience the calming flow of a gentle stream into Lake Michigan, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Let this soothing ambient nature sound help you unwind, focus, and find peaceful rest.

The SS Eastland Disaster — Chicago, 1915 On the morning of July 24, 1915, the SS Eastland was moored in the Chicago River, preparing to carry passengers to a company picnic across Lake Michigan. It never got underway. As passengers boarded, the ship began to list, then rolled onto its side while still tied to the dock, in water barely twenty feet deep. The disaster killed 844 people. Most victims were workers at the Western Electric Company's Hawthorne Works, many of them young, many of them immigrants, dressed for a day off. My guest for this episode is Paul Durica from the Chicago History Museum. This is a replay of Episode 10 of Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs from December 13, 2022. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, images, and sources can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried. ⁠⁠seansigfried.com⁠⁠ **

Send Us Your Grilling QuestionsThis week on Grilling to Get Away, we're catching up after a busy stretch on the road.We recap our time at Ribfest, share some of our favorite conversations with customers, and talk about what we've learned from another great event. Then we dive into one of the easiest summer side dishes you'll ever make—our smoked and grilled sweet corn recipe, including a few simple tips to help you get perfect corn every time.To wrap things up, Greg shares stories from a recent salmon fishing trip on Lake Michigan, why time outdoors matters, and how those moments help us recharge before jumping back into business.Whether you're firing up the grill, heading to the lake, or just looking for a laid-back conversation, pull up a chair and join us.In this episode:Highlights and lessons from RibfestHow to grill and smoke sweet corn the easy waySalmon fishing stories from WisconsinWhy grilling, fishing, and the outdoors help us "get away"If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with a friend who loves great food and the outdoors.Follow Burn Pit BBQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnpitbbqguys/Facebook: ​https://www.facebook.com/burnpitbbqAre you a grilling novice looking to master the art of BBQ and outdoor cooking? Look no further! "Grilling To Get Away" is your go-to podcast for all things grilling, specially designed for beginners who want to embark on a flavorful journey of sizzling steaks, juicy burgers, and mouthwatering BBQ.Hosted by backyard grillers, Greg Fischer & Ben Kreple, this podcast serves up a sizzling blend of tips, tricks, and step-by-step instructions to help you become a grilling pro. Whether you're working with charcoal, gas, or a smoker, our experts will demystify the world of grilling, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone.Each episode of "Grilling To Get Away" covers essential topics like choosing the right grill, mastering temperature control, selecting the best cuts of meat, marinating, and creating sensational rubs and sauces. You'll also learn about safety tips, grilling techniques, and troubleshooting common grilling problems.Join us as we fire up the grill, share our passion for cooking outdoors, and help you become the backyard BBQ hero you've always wanted to be. So, grab your apron, prepare your tongs, and tune in to "Grilling To Get Away" for a smokin' good time on your grilling journey. It's time to ignite your grilling passion and become a BBQ aficionado!

This week's show kicks off with Merl Jones of the Michigan Trappers and Predator Caller's Association. He's talking about their upcoming convention in August. Then, Steve Windom of Outdoor Mentors has last minute details of the Mike Avery Charity Golf Outing to raise money for projects to get kids outdoors. Hour two features well known Michigan Outdoorsman Gabe VanWormer. Michigan DNR wildlife biologist Karen Cleveland is up next to talk about Ospreys. Captain Bobby Sullivan of Ice Breaker Charters joins me in hour 3. He talks about the transition from trolling for walleye, to Lake Michigan salmon. The show wraps up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar and another great wild game recipe.

Executive Director of Pure Ludington, Brandy Miller joins Lisa Dent to talk about “the sunset side of Lake Michigan,” Ludington. She highlights the initial coastline drive along Michigan, the House of Flavors ice cream shop, as well as the more than 28 miles of sugar sand beaches where visitors can relax and have a good […]

Looking for the best parks in West Michigan? In this episode of Living in Grand Rapids, Doren Colley with the May Group Realtors at RE/MAX of Grand Rapids shares his favorite parks and outdoor spaces around Grand Rapids, from family-friendly neighborhood parks to hiking trails and hidden beaches just a couple of hours away.Grand Rapids has a big-city energy with restaurants, live music, and even a Beer City USA title, but some of the best moments here happen when you slow down. Whether that means a morning trail, a playground afternoon, or a quiet bench with coffee, West Michigan has a park for every kind of day, and this video breaks down exactly where to find them.⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS Introduction (0:00) What Are the Best Parks in West Michigan? (1:00) Best Family Parks & Playgrounds (1:17) Trails for Walking, Running & Biking (2:19) Quiet, Natural Parks (2:47) Choose Your Own Adventure (3:08) Beyond the City: Beaches & Dunes (3:25) Final Thoughts (4:07) What Are the Best Parks in West Michigan? It's one of the questions Doren gets asked most, and honestly, it's a tough one to answer because there are so many great options. Instead of a top ten list, this video walks through favorite parks and outdoor spaces based on the type of experience you're looking for, from playgrounds to peaceful hikes.Best Family Parks in Grand Rapids: If you have younger kids, Grand Rapids and the surrounding communities are full of neighborhood parks with playgrounds, splash pads, open fields, and gathering spaces. Some of the local family favorites include Millennium Park, Riverside Park, Hager Park, and Townsend Park, all of which offer large green spaces, trails, playgrounds, and reservable pavilions for parties and family reunions. For something closer to the neighborhoods, Garfield Park and Richmond Park are easy to get to and great for quick afternoon outings, complete with well-loved disc golf courses.Trails, Biking & Quiet Natural Spaces: For walkers, runners, and bikers, the White Pine Trail is a West Michigan favorite, stretching more than 90 miles from Comstock Park to Cadillac with a paved, mostly flat path perfect for dog walkers, families with strollers, and long-distance athletes alike. For a quieter, more natural setting, Doren recommends Pickerel Lake Park, Lewton Park, Townsend Park, and Roselle Park, all beautiful spots for wooded trails and a little solitude.Beyond Grand Rapids: Beaches, Dunes & State Parks. Within a couple hours of Grand Rapids, you'll find some of the most beautiful beaches and dune systems in Michigan. Doren shares one of his favorite outdoor adventures, backpacking at Nordhouse Dunes along Lake Michigan, about two hours northwest of the city, where you'll find white sand, crystal clear water, and a beach that feels almost private.Whatever kind of day you're looking for, whether it's a playground and a picnic table or a challenging hike, West Michigan has a park to match. Watch the full video to find your next favorite outdoor spot, and let us know in the comments which West Michigan park is your favorite.*LET'S CONNECT*Download our Free Relocation Guide: https://marketgrandrapids.com/relocation-guide Email: contact@marketgrandrapids.com Website: https://marketgrandrapids.com Instagram: @MayGroupRealtors

Making steel accounts for around 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions. But the industry could reduce that number by removing coal from the steel-making process entirely. Three of the U.S.'s last seven coal-based steel mills are situated along Lake Michigan. Together, these facilities produce nearly half of the steel made in the U.S., supplying skyscraper beams, car doors, and appliances across the country. And right now, in Northwest Indiana, a once-in-a-generation decision is on the table.  Nippon Steel, the owners of the Gary Works steel mill, can either extend the life of their aging blast furnaces for another 20 years and continuing coal-based production, or invest in cleaner, next-generation steelmaking. Other steelmakers have already moved towards decarbonization. Will Nippon switch to cleaner steelmaking for the next generation, or double-down on coal?  Guests:  Terry Steagall, Retired Steelworker, United Steelworker Union activist Hilary Lewis, Steel Director, Industrious Labs  Roger Smith, Asia Lead, SteelWatch Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction 1:55 Terry Steagall on the importance of the steel industry in northwest Indiana 4:31 Terry Steagall on relining blast furnaces  11:16 Terry Steagall on cleaner steel for the next generation  14:27 Hilary Lewis on steel industry emissions 19:36 Hilary Lewis on the realistic path to decarbonizing the steel industry 23:03 Hilary Lewis on the pressure facing the industry to make cleaner steel  27:57 Hilary Lewis on the industry's move to southern states  34:01 Roger Smith on the scale of US Steel's acquisition by Nippon Steel 36:58 Roger Smith on the “golden share” the Trump administration received  46:33 Roger Smith on the viable technology for cleaner steel For show notes, related links, and episode transcript, visit our ⁠⁠episode page⁠⁠ at climateone.org *** Join Climate One for an induction cooking demonstration night on July 21, at 6 p.m. at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. Come enjoy delicious food and wine, and learn about why cooking with magnets beats cooking with gas. Tickets available at ⁠⁠climateone.org/events⁠⁠  *** Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. ⁠⁠Sign up today⁠⁠. *** Ad sales by ⁠⁠Multitude⁠⁠. Contact them for ad inquiries at ⁠⁠multitude.productions/ads⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making steel accounts for around 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions. But the industry could reduce that number by removing coal from the steel-making process entirely. Three of the U.S.'s last seven coal-based steel mills are situated along Lake Michigan. Together, these facilities produce nearly half of the steel made in the U.S., supplying skyscraper beams, car doors, and appliances across the country. And right now, in Northwest Indiana, a once-in-a-generation decision is on the table.  Nippon Steel, the owners of the Gary Works steel mill, can either extend the life of their aging blast furnaces for another 20 years and continuing coal-based production, or invest in cleaner, next-generation steelmaking. Other steelmakers have already moved towards decarbonization. Will Nippon switch to cleaner steelmaking for the next generation, or double-down on coal?  Guests:  Terry Steagall, Retired Steelworker, United Steelworker Union activist Hilary Lewis, Steel Director, Industrious Labs  Roger Smith, Asia Lead, SteelWatch Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction 1:55 Terry Steagall on the importance of the steel industry in northwest Indiana 4:31 Terry Steagall on relining blast furnaces  11:16 Terry Steagall on cleaner steel for the next generation  14:27 Hilary Lewis on steel industry emissions 19:36 Hilary Lewis on the realistic path to decarbonizing the steel industry 23:03 Hilary Lewis on the pressure facing the industry to make cleaner steel  27:57 Hilary Lewis on the industry's move to southern states  34:01 Roger Smith on the scale of US Steel's acquisition by Nippon Steel 36:58 Roger Smith on the “golden share” the Trump administration received  46:33 Roger Smith on the viable technology for cleaner steel For show notes, related links, and episode transcript, visit our ⁠⁠⁠episode page⁠⁠⁠ at climateone.org *** Join Climate One for an induction cooking demonstration night on July 21, at 6 p.m. at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. Come enjoy delicious food and wine, and learn about why cooking with magnets beats cooking with gas. Tickets available at ⁠⁠⁠climateone.org/events⁠⁠⁠  *** Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. ⁠⁠⁠Sign up today⁠⁠⁠. *** Ad sales by ⁠⁠⁠Multitude⁠⁠⁠. Contact them for ad inquiries at ⁠⁠⁠multitude.productions/ads⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week: Past and present collide as Banfield recalls how her son died at County 7 years ago as she, Morris, and Tracy attempt to save a little girl who nearly drowned after falling into Lake Michigan.

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Bradley Kautenburg, Executive Director of the Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce in Algoma, Wisconsin. Bradley shares how a small lakeside community neighboring some of Wisconsin's best-known tourism destinations has embraced its authentic character as its greatest strength. We discuss the power of collaboration, the importance of remaining open to change, and how destination leaders can build stronger organizations by focusing on community, partnerships, and a willingness to challenge long-held assumptions. What You Will Learn in This Episode: How Bradley's career journey shaped his approach to destination and chamber leadership Why Algoma has embraced its welcoming culture as a defining competitive advantage How changing organizational mindsets can unlock new opportunities for growth What questions Bradley's team asks before making strategic decisions Why collaboration between neighboring chambers creates better outcomes than competition How intentional partnerships help strengthen both tourism and local communities Why staying open to change is one of the most important leadership skills for today's destination professionals Discovering the Competitive Advantage That's Been There All Along Located along the shores of Lake Michigan at the base of Wisconsin's Door County peninsula, Algoma sits beside some of the state's most recognizable tourism destinations. Rather than trying to compete with larger neighbors, Bradley explains how the community has learned to lean into what visitors consistently remember most: the friendliness of its people, its active arts community, and the genuine sense of belonging guests experience during their stay. One of the biggest lessons Bradley shares is that sometimes a destination's greatest competitive advantage is hiding in plain sight. For years, Algoma's welcoming culture simply felt normal to the people who lived there. It wasn't until the Chamber began viewing the community through the eyes of visitors that they recognized this authentic sense of place as something truly distinctive. That shift in perspective now influences how the destination tells its story and creates memorable visitor experiences. Building an Organization That Is Ready for the Future When Bradley stepped into his leadership role, the Chamber was navigating financial challenges familiar to many community organizations. Rather than focusing solely on budgets, he recognized that lasting change required something deeper: helping the organization become comfortable with change itself. Throughout our conversation, Bradley shares how his team evaluates new ideas through three simple questions: Does it strengthen the organization? Does it benefit members? Does it serve the community? Those guiding principles have helped shape decisions ranging from investing in new technology to expanding business resources while continuing to support tourism. His approach demonstrates that sustainable leadership often comes from creating a culture that welcomes innovation instead of resisting it. Why Collaboration Will Always Beat Competition One of my favorite parts of our conversation centers on Bradley's belief that neighboring organizations accomplish far more by working together than by competing for attention. Regular meetings between local chambers have become opportunities to coordinate events, exchange ideas, share professional development, and support one another through common challenges. Bradley also offers practical advice for building successful collaborations. He explains why establishing shared goals, agreeing on boundaries, and approaching partnerships with intentionality creates stronger relationships over time. Whether coordinating community events, recognizing educators across multiple school districts, or simply providing one another with fresh perspective, these partnerships illustrate how collaboration strengthens destinations, organizations, and the people who lead them. Above all, Bradley reminds us that openness—to new ideas, new perspectives, and new partnerships—is often the catalyst that allows both organizations and communities to evolve while remaining true to the qualities that make them special. Resources: Website: https://visitalgomawi.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-kautenburg-3b674315a/

The Idiots decide that climbing Mt Everest is safer than visiting Canton Massachusettes.  Ted tells a listener that cocaine is bad.  Scott shares that he's training for a triathalon, Ted thinks that's better than a biathalon.   

In February 1978, 23 year old College student Steven Kubacki left for a cross country skiing trip near the frozen shores of Lake Michigan and never returned. Searchers found his skis, poles, and backpack neatly arranged near the shoreline, along with a trail of footprints that appeared to lead onto the frozen lake before abruptly ending. Fourteen months later however, Steven suddenly reappeared more than 700 miles away in Massachusetts, carrying unfamiliar belongings and evidence of extensive travel while claiming he could not remember where he had been or what he had done. But when a witness came forward with a very different account of Steven's return, the mystery only deepened, beginning a decades long search for the truth behind one of America's strangest disappearances.Then ultimately more than 40 years later, Steven came forward claiming he remembered everything.Our other podcast: "FEARFUL" - https://open.spotify.com/show/56ajNkLiPoIat1V2KI9n5c?si=OyM38rdsSSyyzKAFUJpSywMERCH:https://www.redbubble.com/people/wickedandgrim/shop?asc=uPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/wickedandgrim?fan_landing=trueYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@wickedlifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wickedandgrim/ Instagram:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wickedandgrim/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/wickedandgrimWebsite: https://www.wickedandgrim.com/

On a cold April afternoon in Milwaukee, two men walking along the Lake Michigan shoreline make a gruesome discovery: a human leg tangled in the weeds below a bluff. Within days, more body parts start surfacing across the city, and even across state lines. The remains belong to 19-year-old college student Sade Robinson, a young woman with a promising future - cut short. Piece by piece, investigators put together the puzzle of Sade's grisly demise and learn that not everyone is redeemable.Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com

Nick welcomes journalist Monica Eng from Axios Chicago back to the podcast to talk about some of the stories she’s been covering, including great new places to eat in Harbor Country, how police are responding to teen takeovers, the possibility of moving the Pride Parade downtown, refreshing cold soup recipes, and why Lake Michigan stays so unbelievably cold. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to catch up before diving into anthology TV shows like Tales from the Crypt and the creepy Mexican series La Hora Marcada. They also revisit some of the movie and TV moments that traumatized them as kids, and even as adults, including the shoe scene in Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Beast from The Sandlot, and, of course, The Brave Little Toaster. [Ep 471]

Suzan van der Lee, seismologist and professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the recent earthquake in Lake Michigan. The professor shares that it’s common to feel an earthquake of that magnitude and talks about whether there’s been seismic activity since.

Lake Michigan from a beach Recorded: June 30, 2026 11 PM by Rich Izzo

I headed to a sleepy coastal town on Lake Michigan to hang out with some of the crew from the Fix Your Heart or Die podcast and along the way we figured we might as well get some content on the books. For the first time ever, 2 guests in-studio gathered together to talk Mina the Hollower and StarFox '26 (along with some guesses regarding the future release of Ocarina of Time '26). The mostly free form chat is a sort of "warts and all" podcast with a few disruptions from Waldo the cat, and plenty of technical glitches you only get from recording locally, but it was cool to get face to face on the topic of video games. After this chat, I got the chance to play StarFox '26 and my thoughts are "this sure is StarFox 64 with a coat of paint!" But for more in depth analysis, you'll have to listen to this episode.0:00:00 - Welcome Back to the Show, Shy Fox and Marcy0:05:40 - What Are You Playing? Mina the Hollower0:39:11 - What Are You Playing? StarFox '261:04:10 - Top 3 - David Lynch Movies1:07:09 - Wrap Up/PlugsFix Your Heart or Die podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5stt5kNgqOKhlPs4jh7UoU?si=d4b2b09d20b24bbeRapid Moon Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4gTF4zYZKBIOZ2iAtpOr0zFollow FYHOD on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fixyourheartpod.bsky.socialFollow Marcy's music page on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/oshinai.bsky.socialFollow Daniel on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/douibyorthst.bsky.socialFollow the show on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttwav.bsky.socialDaniel's music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4L6eQUJ07JMsKBnQ5btGAj?si=c624s1Q0Qv6HSQYmbdBxEw

We would love to hear your feedback!We trade war stories from the road and unpack how app design, customer expectations, and bad incentives turn normal deliveries into avoidable chaos. We also dig into bigger gig economy shifts like Waymo stepping away from Uber in Phoenix, DoorDash moving deeper into on-demand delivery, and a frightening Uber safety story involving a child taken to JFK. • back-in-studio reset after a disastrous livestream and tech glitches • Pensacola trip recap and why the Naval Aviation Museum is worth the day • Walmart delivery breakdowns including post-checkout cancellations and messy multi-order loading • Viral Amazon delivery clips and what they reveal about professionalism and damage risk • Curri courier offer mispricing a route across Lake Michigan • why finishing an Amazon-style route early rarely pays off • BabyQuip update on transfers, clunky dashboards, and setting a hard spending cap • DoorDash debate on stairs, elevators, and what delivery service really includes • Safety concerns for hotel deliveries and how drivers manage risk • Waymo robotaxis no longer available inside Uber in Phoenix • DoorDash auto parts delivery expansion and why speed matters for DIY repairs • Uber taking an 11-year-old to JFK and why drivers must refuse unaccompanied minorsSupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: https://gigeconomyshow.com/Download the Audio Podcast: https://thegigeconomypodcast.buzzsprout.com Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastOctopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!https://playoctopus.page.link/HD2FBKJzFqRR35YE9 Your car stinks, use this! https://bit.ly/Driftsents The Gig Economy Podcast Group Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. https://t.me/joinchat/R42wUR2QGhCi2gBDTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gigeconomypodcast?Subscribe on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c...

An examination of the deepest level of the Ancient Mesopotamia iceberg, commonly labeled "Theories and Speculative Ideas." The video reviews each claim against primary sources from Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria, including cuneiform tablets, excavation reports, and geological data, to demonstrate how historical method evaluates extraordinary claims.Coverage includes: Ancient Astronauts and the Annunaki: the origin of the theory in Zecharia Sitchin, what the Akkadian term actually means in Mesopotamian religion, and the evidential standards for alien contact claims. Great Flood myths: comparison of the Epic of Gilgamesh, Genesis, and other flood traditions with evidence for Persian Gulf and Black Sea inundations. Gilgamesh's tomb discovered in 2003: the Uruk excavation, the Iraq War interruption, and why no inscription links the tomb to the historical king. Hanging Gardens location: the case for Nineveh and Dur-Sharrukin, Archimedes screw technology by 700 BC, and why Babylon remains plausible. Nimrud Lens and Saturn's rings: what the 3x quartz lens can and cannot do, and the absence of telescopic astronomy in Assyrian records. Annunaki gold-mining slaves: the actual Mesopotamian creation motive of humans as laborers for the gods versus modern reinterpretations. Abraham from Ur: the biblical text, the Amorite migrations circa 2000 BCE, and the northern vs southern Ur debate. Sumerian King List long reigns: hundreds of thousands of years, symbolic numbers, and attempts at dynastic or calendrical readings. Sumerian origins: language isolate status, the Persian Gulf marsh hypothesis, and pre-flood settlement theories. Nibiru and the 12th planet: claims of hidden planets in tablets and the current state of translation work. 4.2 kiloyear event: climate data and its role in the fall of the Akkadian Empire alongside Gutian pressure. Structures beneath Eridu: the E-Abzu temple's 18 rebuild phases and what lies under ziggurat foundations. Linguistic fringe theories: proposed links between Sumerian and Turkic, Hungarian, Elamite, and Dravidian. Meluhha trade network: Indus Valley contacts, Neo-Assyrian memory loss, and claims of an Ethiopia-to-India empire. Nuclear war dark ages: why nuclear events leave unmistakable geological signaturesSumerian copper from Lake Michigan: sourcing from Cyprus and Iran versus New World contact hypotheses. Sacred marriage as genetic experiment: Ishtar priestess rituals and kingship legitimation. Ur III bala system as socialism: command economy, ration payments, and modern ideological projections. King List as doomsday calendar, Nam-Shub virus, 676 BC simulation, and Enki vs Enlil secret societies: modern fiction, numerology, and conspiracy narrativesThe purpose is not to ridicule speculation, but to show what counts as evidence in early Mesopotamian studies, where the limits of knowledge currently lie, and what kind of discovery would be required to reopen closed questions.Keywords: ancient Mesopotamia, Sumerian history, Akkadian Empire, Babylon, Assyria, Annunaki explained, ancient aliens debunked, Sumerian King List, Gilgamesh tomb 2003, Nibiru 12th planet, Hanging Gardens Nineveh, Nimrud lens, flood myth, 4.2 kiloyear event, Mesopotamia iceberg

Today's guest is navigating a tough season, and as a result she is looking forward to a summer of books with heart that won't be too emotionally draining. Kayla Crum is searching for what she calls light but not fluffy reads, and she's not exactly sure where to find the types of titles she's looking for. Kayla's an RN and freelance writer living in Grand Haven, Michigan, where she enjoys making the most of her Lake Michigan proximity by spending time outside with her family and reading on the beach when she can fit it into her schedule. When it comes to her summer reading quest, Kayla's identified a specific type of story that is really working well for her. Today, Kayla is hoping Anne can help her understand why this specific setting is working so well, because she'd love to discover more books that satisfy in the same way. You'll find the list of titles mentioned today on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/531. Early summer is our busy season around here, and we know that's the case for many of you as well. Our team will be taking next week off, but we will be back in your podcast players the following week. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy exploring our archives of over 500 episodes. Visit us at modernmrsdarcy.com/podcast to explore both recent and backlist episodes. Chapters: 04:29 Meet Kayla 07:38 Kayla's search for books with heart during a season of grief 19:55 The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by Susan Jane Gilman 22:04 Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo 26:10 The Correspondent by Virginia Evans 28:02  Havoc by Christopher Bollen 32:28 A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna 36:45 Make Nice by Ryan Effgen 41:28 Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan 45:02 The Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman 48:32 Road Ends by Mary Lawson 54:43 What will Kayla read next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices