Podcasts about Mackinac

Governor Gretchen Whitmer weighs in on a long-running fight over the Line 5 pipeline in Mackinac. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.

Originally uploaded July 27th, reloaded August 17th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Charity Dean, CEO, Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA), Detroit, MI. Welcome, Charity, we weren't able to fit you in at Mackinac, can you tell us about MBBA? MBBA is celebrating five years of impact this year. Looking back, what accomplishments are you most proud of, and what do they say about the needs and opportunities facing Black entrepreneurs across Michigan? MBBA recently released its 2026 Policy Pillars. What are the top priorities you believe policymakers, business leaders, and economic development stakeholders should focus on to help small businesses thrive? Your report highlights nearly $14.7 million in capital access facilitated or supported, and almost 2,000 entrepreneurs served. What barriers do Black-owned businesses still face when it comes to accessing capital and growth opportunities? As Michigan looks toward the 2026 election cycle and continued economic development discussions, what role should entrepreneurship and small business growth play in shaping the state's future? MBBA has expanded its reach across communities, including Detroit, Flint, and Grand Rapids. What is your vision for the organization's next five years, and what impact do you hope to have on Michigan's business ecosystem? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: X.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Black Business Alliance Marks Five Years with Release of 2026 Policy Pillars Ahead of Mackinac Policy Conference, Calling for Greater Investment in Black-Owned Businesses and Small Business Growth Across Michigan As Michigan prepares for a pivotal election cycle, MBBA outlines key policy priorities impacting entrepreneurs, economic opportunity and the future of small business statewide DETROIT — May 2026 — As leaders from across the state gather for the Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss Michigan's economic future, the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA) is marking five years of impact with the release of its 2026 Policy Pillars and Five-Year Impact Report, outlining priorities to strengthen Black-owned businesses, expand economic opportunity and support long-term small business growth across Michigan. The release comes at a pivotal moment as Michigan enters a consequential 2026 election cycle that includes races for governor, U.S. Senate and the Michigan House. MBBA says the conversations shaping Michigan's future must include entrepreneurs and small businesses, particularly Black-owned businesses that continue to face barriers to capital, procurement opportunities and sustainable growth. Since launching in 2021, MBBA has supported nearly 2,000 entrepreneurs across Michigan, facilitated or supported more than $14.7 million in capital access, connected members to more than 1,500 business opportunities and delivered more than 7,000 hours of one-on-one technical assistance through programs designed to help businesses start, grow and scale. ### About the Michigan Black Business Alliance The Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA) is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap by developing programs and advancing policies that support profitable, sustainable Black-owned businesses across Michigan.

Abdul El-Sayed got caught on camera saying he “hates Mackinac so much.” Not a joke. Not a throwaway line. Straight hate for one of the most iconic places in Michigan. Mackinac Island is car-free and has horse-drawn carriages, Victorian hotels, fudge shops — the whole deal. A million people visit every year. El-Sayed walked through it during his old governor's run, noted that if he won, it would be the governor's summer home, and he still couldn't hide how much he can't stand it. His response? The most American place in Michigan can't ban cars. This is the same progressive running for Senate who claims to fight for regular people while openly sneering at a place those people actually love. When candidates talk about your state like it's beneath them, it tells you everything. Pat also covered: • Puerto Rico rationing water as severe drought hits the U.S. territory. • Kamala Harris tries to explain the SAVE America Act … and completely fails. • Progressive Democrats scramble to distance themselves from Hasan Piker. • Mamdani's new pilot program tells New York parents to leave kids at the park with strangers? • Day 58: Mitch is still missing, but we meet his in-home caregiver. Does hating Mackinac Island matter when you're asking Michigan for a Senate seat? Have you ever watched a politician talk about a place you love like it's a joke? If you want the truth without the spin, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. Pat Gray Unleashed revives the magic of the golden age of radio with a fresh, high-energy format that's equal parts sharp commentary, hilarious banter, and unfiltered truth. Pat brings biting wit and no-holds-barred insights, making even the wildest headlines feel like a wild ride — because if the apocalypse is coming, why not make it fun? He pulls no punches, cuts through the nonsense, and restores plain old common sense to a world that's lost its mind. Tune in live Monday through Friday, 7–9 AM ET on BlazeTV for the analysis, laughs, and sanity you've been craving. ►Click HERE to subscribe to @BlazeTV: https://www.blazetv.com/Pat Connect with Pat on Social Media: https://x.com/patunleashed https://facebook.com/patunleashed #patgray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Beaumont and Alexis St. Martin stand at the center of one of the most famous and ethically troubling stories in the history of human experimentation. After an accidental musket blast on Mackinac Island in 1822 tore through St. Martin's ribs, lung, diaphragm and stomach, Army surgeon Beaumont saved his life. The wound healed into a permanent gastric fistula - a living opening through which Beaumont could observe human digestion directly.Beginning in 1825, Beaumont tied food to silk thread and lowered it into St. Martin's stomach, extracted gastric juice through tubes, measured temperature and recorded the effects of illness, exercise and emotional disturbance. The work culminated in his 1833 book Experiments and Observations on the Gastric Juice, and the Physiology of Digestion and helped transform the science of digestion. It also documented pain, weakness, vertigo and distress, sometimes followed by a decision to continue.Beaumont was not only St. Martin's doctor. He was also his employer, provider and investigator. In 1832, a labor agreement called St. Martin a "covenant Servant" and required him to "obey, suffer and comply" with reasonable and proper experiments. This episode examines that contract, the imbalance behind it and the limits of consent without erasing St. Martin's agency. He refused surgery, returned to Canada, negotiated payment, left repeatedly, permitted some later examinations and ultimately rejected Beaumont's final efforts to bring him back.Terrifying & True separates the documented medical history from later sensational claims that Beaumont deliberately preserved the opening or kept St. Martin as a literal prisoner. The surviving record is more complicated: lifesaving care, groundbreaking science, economic dependence, negotiated participation and a physician who increasingly spoke of recovering control over another man's body.Inside this episode:· The 1822 musket accident on Mackinac Island· Alexis St. Martin's permanent gastric fistula· Food-on-thread tests and gastric juice collection· The 1832 "obey, suffer and comply" labor contract· Consent, dependence and St. Martin's repeated departures· The later report of an eight-foot grave and efforts to obtain his stomach after deathBeaumont's work changed medicine. But when a scientific breakthrough depends on another person's body, labor and pain, who owns the discovery - and who gets remembered as fully human?We're telling that story tonight. 

Agree if it's fair to say that only one of the five Great Lakes lies entirely within the United States. Find out exactly what the word Michigan itself means. Understand importance behind why the Straits of Mackinac were constructed from a waterways standpoint. Get introduced to the Great Lakes Triangle. Discover where Rogers City is located in Michigan including a unique distinction it held come year 1958 and into present day. Discover what evolved come year 1912 from a business foundation standpoint as well as what occurred in 1927 when two ships were built with one of them holding title known as “Queen of the Lakes” for 22 Years. Get introduced to SS Carl D. Bradley and the records she set for transporting a unique natural resource. Explore the Bradley's mishap's between early April 1957 into November 1958. Reveal what transpired late evening before midnight struck ending on November 17,1958. Learn just how well aware the Bradley Crewmen were of their ships' aging infrastructure. Discover what ensued on the SS Carl D. Bradley just ten minutes after 5:20PM come November,18, 1958. Determine how many lifeboats the Bradley had onboard including the severity of the situation after First Mate Elmer Fleming issued a May Day Alert. Get introduced to Deckhand Crewman Frank Mays and how he made it onto the life raft. Discover just how many crewmen made it onboard the life raft besides Frank Mays himself. Learn what U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sundew came upon just after 8:30AM on November 19. Learn just how quickly word spread throughout Rogers City regarding the Bradley's disappearance. Determine just how many Bradley Crewmen were rescued by Coast Guard Cutter Sundew. Learn about the rescue mission for other survivors and the impact behind Rogers City Families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #188 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-9:48: Low "T" MAGA/MI Dem Won't Back NomineeLeft of Lansing's Pat Johnston opens the show with Secretary of Defense...er... sorry... Secretary of WAR, Pete Hegseth, wants more testosterone in the military. But Pat thought we were against gender-affirming care? Also, Pat laments how a member of the Michigan Democratic Party Establishment refuses to endorse a Democrat! Karen McDonald lost against the more progressive Eli Savit in the Michigan Democratic Party's Attorney General nominee. But McDonald refuses to support Savit's campaign. What happened to Vote Blue No Matter Who?9:49-47:00: Show Voice Jessica ShepherdLeft of Lansing's "Show Voice," Jessica Shepherd, is in Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast's luxurious studio in Pat's mid-Michigan attic! Jessica and Pat talk about her decision to volunteer for Dr. Abdul El-Sayed's U.S. Senate campaign in Michigan's Democratic Primary race. They talk about what led to her decision to lend her hand in the campaign, why she believes Dr. Abdul could truly represent the working class in the Senate, and why he is the more electable choice to take on MAGA Republican "Florida" Mike Rogers in the general election. https://abdulforsenate.com/48:30-53:35: Last Call--Whitmer's Line 5 BetrayalPat goes-off on Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer's latest betrayal, which is allowing a tunnel to be constructed around the Line 5 oil pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac. 53:36-55:54: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinNOTES:"Three licks and a question: Who is Gretchen Whitmer governing for?" By Jon King of Michigan Advance "Tribes, environmental advocates decry Michigan's approval of Line 5 permits." By Kyle Davidson of Michigan Advance "Canadian hockey sticks, wine and cement subject to new Trump tariffs." By Ashley Murray of Michigan Advance "Hegseth directs troops over 30 to have testosterone checked." By Steven Beynon & Sony Salzman of ABC News "Karen McDonald sounds off state Democratic Party, needs clearer understanding of where party is heading." By Charlie Langton & Jack Nisson of Fox 2 Detroit News #podcast #politics #progressive #Michigan #Democrats #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #PeteHegseth #Election #Senate #AbdulElSayed #WorkingClass #unions #JessicaShepherd #HaleyStevens #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #AIPAC #IranWar #Israel #EliSavit#CitizensUnited #Line5 #FossilFuels #GretchenWhitmer #CorporateClass #DemocraticSocialism #Fascism #EpsteinClass #Authoritarianism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

In this episode of Michigan Hidden History, Tharan and Robin step just off Mackinac Island to uncover the story of the Round Island Lighthouse, the red brick tower seen by thousands of ferry passengers every year but understood by very few.Built in 1895 to help ships navigate the dangerous waters of the Straits of Mackinac, the lighthouse operated continuously for fifty-two years. Tharan and Robin explore the hazardous currents, storms, fog, and navigation challenges that made a lighthouse on Round Island a matter of life and death for Great Lakes sailors.They also look at the human side of lighthouse keeping, from the original three-person crews who maintained the light around the clock to the lone caretakers who remained after the station was automated in 1924. Then, in 1947, a new beacon made the lighthouse obsolete, leaving the historic structure abandoned and slowly falling into ruin.But the story did not end there. Preservation advocates, volunteers, and the U.S. Forest Service stepped in to save the deteriorating lighthouse, ensuring that the tower would remain standing as a reminder of the dangerous history beneath the seemingly peaceful waters of the Straits.From isolated lighthouse keepers and Great Lakes shipwrecks to abandonment and preservation, this episode tells the story behind one of Mackinac Island's most familiar views.Next time you take the ferry, look south. Now you'll know what you're looking at.

Several of you reached out to argue for adding Lake St. Clair as a 6th Great Lake (or 5th if you count Huron and Michigan as one). On this episode, we hear about one man's love for this "heart-shaped" lake — and the song it inspired him to make. Plus, a story about life in the straits of Mackinac. LYRICS: Lake St Clair (Make Her Great) By Guy Sferlazza In a world that rewards hate She has always been great And worth more than a billion billion billion billionaires She surrounds us with her love How many years and still she’s young Mother Earth produced the jewel of Lake St Clair We didn’t have to make her great She’s the heart of all these lakes See it for yourself if you dare When the sun is coming up There’s an ocean full of love From sea to shining sea, And she is there All the service to this land all generations the grand lake Of the sweet fresh water sea Bathed in beauty We, the people shall decide Make it plain in broad daylight That’s a great lake that you may have never seen We proclaimed her a great lake on this very day come out and see her here There’s no compare In this crazy mixed up world. Take a break from the absurd find out what she’s worth Great Lake St Clair. GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE: Guy Sferlazza, Shelby Township resident and musician Candace Smith, owner of Tours Around Michigan Cover image credit: Adam Yahya Rayes Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here: Online Submission Form Call us: 734-764-7840 Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Behind the Mitten, hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman share how you can celebrate America 250 all season long at Mackinac State Historic Parks.Segment 1-Phil Porter, Historian and Director Emeritus of Mackinac State Hstoric ParksSegment 2-Dominick Miller, marketing director, Mackinac State Historic ParksSegment 3-Gonzo and Amy talk about America 250 events.Segment 4-More with Phil Porter, War of 1812Learn more about Behind the Mitten at amyandgonzo.com.Keep up to date on events throughout the state at WMTA.org.Learn more about Mackinac State Historic Parks at mackinacparks.com.

In this episode of Behind the Mitten, hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman visit Mackinac Island to learn more about how Fort Mackinac played a role in American History.Segment 1-Dominick Miller, Mackinac State Historic Parks, Chief of MarketingSegment 2-Maverick Sharpe, historical military interpreterSegment 3-Alice Hill, museum store clerk, starting her 23rd seasonSegment 4-Craig Wilson, chief curator at Mackinac State Historic ParksLearn more about the parks at Mackinacparks.com.Learn more about Behind the Mitten at amyandgonzo.com.Keep up to date on events throughout the state at WMTA.org.

Non-Profit Helps Returning Vets Get Into Skilled Trades

Walsh College Laser Focused on Developing Students Proficient in AI and Advanced Tech

In this episode of Michigan Hidden History, Tharan and Robin uncover how Mackinac Island became the backdrop for two major political and business gatherings whose influence reached far beyond northern Michigan.First, they travel back to 1943, when Republican leaders gathered at the Grand Hotel during World War II to debate America's role in the postwar world. At the center was Michigan Senator Arthur Vandenberg, a former isolationist who became one of the country's strongest advocates for international cooperation. The compromise forged at Mackinac helped build Republican support for the United Nations and, later, NATO.That gathering eventually evolved into the Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference, attracting major political figures including Ronald Reagan, John McCain, Mitt Romney, and others.Then, Tharan and Robin explore the very different origins of the Mackinac Policy Conference. Beginning in 1904 as a business conference held aboard a Great Lakes cruise ship, the event moved to Mackinac Island in 1981 and grew into one of the Midwest's most influential gatherings of political, business, and civic leaders.From wartime foreign policy debates to conversations about Michigan's economy, infrastructure, and future, this episode reveals how the Grand Hotel's famous porch became much more than a place to relax.Two conferences. One island. Decisions that reached far beyond Michigan.

MDARD Offers Solutions to Agribusiness and Rural Communities - Recently With Food Insecurity

Next Street Prepares Downstream Supply Chain Partners to Engage With Buyers On A Large Scale

Rental Property Owners Association Advocates For Housing Solutions Statewide

Oakland County Offers Robust Talent Development Solutions - Aligns with Business

Miller Johnson Growth Advisors Assists Developers & Municipalities on Unique Funding Solutions

Central MI University President Explains Complexity of Higher Ed Leadership

Belle Isle - Larger Than Central Park - Funds and Coordinates Renovations For User Experience

MichAuto Association Focuses on Advocacy, Talent, and Industry Transition in Mobility Space

Livonia Offers RFP For Redevelopment of Alfred Noble Historic Site

Michigan Works! Connects Job Seekers and Employers via Statewide Network

Small Business Development Centers Offer Free Services Statewide

Oakland County CFO Explains New Development Plan in County Seat of Pontiac

In this episode of Michigan Hidden History, Tharan and Robin return to Mackinac Island to uncover two remarkable stories connected by the same historic ground at Fort Mackinac.First, discover the origins of the Governor's Honor Guard, which began in 1929 with eight Eagle Scouts, including a young Gerald Ford, decades before he became the 38th President of the United States. Follow the program as it grew, from a Scout barracks built by World War I veterans during the Great Depression to the inclusion of Girl Scouts in 1975 and the tradition that continues every summer today.Then travel back to 1885, when soldiers stationed at Fort Mackinac formed their own baseball club. Games drew spectators to a 500-seat grandstand overlooking Lake Huron, and the parade ground they played on is considered Michigan's oldest continuously used baseball field.From future presidents raising flags to soldiers playing baseball, this episode shows how one small piece of Mackinac Island has carried generations of Michigan history.Two stories. One parade ground. Hundreds of years of Michigan life.

In this episode, we capture authentic perspectives from conference attendees on the challenges of health care affordability and its wide-reaching impact across Michigan. Business leaders, policymakers, and small business owners share how affordability issues affect their daily lives and decision-making. Stakeholders agree that collaborative solutions are needed to address these challenges, with many recognizing the importance of partnership across sectors. The episode also highlights how Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is actively engaged in both leading and participating in efforts to find and implement meaningful solutions for a more affordable health care system.Guests:Ryan MaibachLina Hourani-HarajliCarla Walker- MillerRick BakerDr. Bernard CostelloEmily Gerkin GuerrantKurt BrauerJamie Westrick

Michigan Chief Mobility Officer Explains Confidence & Complexity of Legacy Industry

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #181 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-9:57: Mike Rogers' Beta CampaignPat Johnston opens this week's show pointing-out how feeble MAGA Michigan Republican Senate candidate, "Florida" Mike Rogers', really is as his campaign used Artificial Intelligence to give him a muscular body. These MAGA Republicans claim they're "manly men," but they're really just insecure little Beta men. Pat talks about how whenever he shares social media posts about Michigan progressive Democratic Senate candidate, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, he gets bombarded by a rush of racist and Islamophobic comments by MAGA voters. But they're following MAGA Republicans in Congress, who have no issue spewing their hatred and racism against Arab-Americans. And a Michigan Republican voted with Democrats to end the Trump Regime's, and Israel's, War on Iran. 9:58-31:00: Line 5 Jeffrey Insko InterviewDr. Jeffrey Insko of The Current returns to the show as he shares some of the latest news surrounding the fight to close the Line 5 oil pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac. They also discuss how Line 5 has negatively impacted Michigan's environment and public health. And they cover how the Trump Regime is working with the Canadian owner of Line 5 to keep it open for years to come. 31:03-46:01: Whitmer & Data CentersIn this week's "Last Call," Pat gives his take on Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer's decision to heartily embrace hyper-scale data centers in Michigan. Gov. Whitmer declares the huge data center in Saline Twp. will be a long-term victory for Michigan. However, many working class Michiganders, as well as many Lansing Democrats, believe lining-up with the billionaire tech bro authoritarians will hurt Michigan in a number of ways. 46:01-48:24: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinNOTES:Visit Oil & Water Don't Mix"Chemical Valley and the Line 5 Death Toll." By Jeffrey Insko of The Current "Supreme Court rules for Michigan in effort to shut down Line 5 but fight not over." By Associated Press (via Michigan Public Radio)"Michigan plans to reissue Line 5 permit amid federal review, court fight." By Kelly House of Bridge Michigan "Where's a folder when you need one?" By Jon King of Michigan Advance "Gov. Whitmer addresses data centers day after Saline groundbreaking." By Arpan Lobo of The Detroit Free Press "Saline data center brings out bigwigs. Big day for Michigan or big betrayal?" By Paula Gardner of Bridge Michigan "Democrats Split on Saline Data Center Groundbreaking with OpenAI Founder." By Sam Robinson of Michigan Chronical "Iran vote caps Trump's congressional losing streak." By Connor O'Brien & Leo Shane III of Politico #politics #podcast #progressives #Democrats #MAGA #Republicans #Michigan #Line5 #Environment #Jobs #WorkingClass #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #GreatLakes #ClimateChange #IranWar #Trump #Israel #Gaza #MikeRogers #AbdulElSayed #Economy #WilliamLawrence #TomBarrett #GretchenWhitmer #DataCenters #EpsteinClass #CorporateWelfare #TechBros #Authoritarianism #Democracy #Left of Lansing

Cohort Launches "Innovation Alliance" Encouraging Start-Ups to Scale in Michigan

The Grand Hotel Celebrates 140 Years with a "Season to Celebrate"

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #180 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-14:47: AIPAC & Haley StevensPat Johnston shares even more stories revealing how AIPAC is using loopholes to funnel campaign bribes, or "donations," towards the corporate-establishment Democratic Party's pick for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat: Haley Stevens. Pat also talks about how, when the working class is suffering in The Trump Economy and when this nation's national debt keeps rising, the United States keeps shoveling more money and arms to Israel's right-wing government. That might be a good question for Haley Stevens to answer.14:48-26:27: Mackinac Conference Sham; Mop-Up MIWhile corporations wine and dine Michigan's elite political class, working class Michiganders turned-in over 500k signatures to put the "Mop-Up Michigan" ballot initiative on the ballot. Mop-Up Michigan would end utilities, like DTE and Consumers Energy, from making campaign donations. Unlike the useless corporate Mackinac Policy Conference, working class Michiganders are taking power in their own hands by hoping to finally end DTE's and other corporations receiving preferential attention in Lansing. 26:28-34:38: Trump Hurts MI TourismIn the "Last Call, " Pat covers how the Trump Regime is hurting international tourism in the U.S., and especially for Michigan, which shares a border with Canada.34:39-36:47: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinNotes: "AIPAC has become a dirty word in Michigan's U.S. Senate race." By Todd Spangler of The Detroit Free Press "Over 562K signatures filed for proposal to ban campaign spending by utilities, state contractors." By Katherine Dailey of Michigan Advance "Opinion | Time to ban utilities' political spending, lower costs for Michiganders." By Democratic State Rep. Laurie Pohutsky and Christy McGillivray of Voters Not Politicians in Bridge Michigan "Nessel, Michigan Dems push Whitmer to confront Lansing's ‘quid pro quo' political culture." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Ohio data center tax break cost $1.4 billion more than expected in 2025." By Jake Zuckerman of Signal Ohio "Black Michiganders need answers in Michigan U.S. Senate primary | Opinion." By Michael Griffie in The Detroit Free Press "Pro-Israel PAC uses 'loophole' to quietly fund Stevens in Dem primary." By Grant Schwab & Melissa Nann-Burke of The Detroit News Photo of Grand Hotel courtesy: "Grand Hotel 2008" by Drdpw is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.#podcast #politics #progressive #Democrats #Michigan #MAGA #Republicans #HaleyStevens #AbdulElSayed #MackinacPolicy Conference #MopUpMichigan #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #MichiganSenateRace #Israel #AIPAC #War #IranWar #marginalizedAmericans #WorkingClass #CorporateDonations #DataCenters #tourism #Election2026 #Authoritarianism #Fascism #Democracy #LeftofLansing

Today we talk about how Michigan slipped from a top‑tier state into the bottom 10 on key measures like education, income and population — and why acknowledging the crisis is the first step to fixing it.  Today's conversation is with Detroit Regional Chamber president and CEO Sandy Baruah gets into this year's urgent theme at the Mackinac Policy Conference: "The house is on fire." Sandy explains why he thinks more common ground between business and policymakers, and between Democrats and Republicans, is the only way to reverse those long‑term trends. We get into how constant partisan whiplash on policy, from electric vehicles to economic development, makes it nearly impossible for Michigan's signature industries to plan long term.  They close on what success at Mackinac would look like over the next one to five years — from educating a whole new wave of elected officials to locking in 70‑percent solutions instead of all‑or‑nothing showdowns. And, despite the alarms, Sandy lays out why Michigan's quality of life, workforce, and higher‑ed system still give the state a real chance to win. Feedback as always, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or leave a voicemail, 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or wherever you get shows. 

Mackinac politics, Mike Duggan's surprise exit, Muskegon memories, Memorial Day reflections, and why Michigan never stops being complicated. STRAIGHT DOPE:SPECIAL […]

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODEMackinac Island is known for its quiet streets, historic charm, and a pace of life that feels untouched by time. But some believe time hasn't moved on as much as it seems.Behind the island's postcard-perfect appearance are stories that don't always stay in the past. Guests at Grand Hotel and Mission Point Resort have reported moments they can't explain—footsteps where no one is there, voices that don't belong, and a sense that certain places are still occupied. Even Fort Mackinac carries its own lingering presence tied to the island's long history.For Todd Clements, these accounts aren't just stories—they're part of what continues to draw people to the island. Through Haunts of Mackinac, he's spent years exploring where history and the unexplained begin to overlap.So what is it about Mackinac Island?Is it simply history… or something that never quite left?#MackinacIsland #HauntedMackinac #GrandHotel #MissionPointResort #FortMackinac #MidwestHauntings #GhostTours #HistoricHauntings #IslandGhosts #TheGraveTalksLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOMackinac Island is known for its quiet streets, historic charm, and a pace of life that feels untouched by time. But some believe time hasn't moved on as much as it seems.Behind the island's postcard-perfect appearance are stories that don't always stay in the past. Guests at Grand Hotel and Mission Point Resort have reported moments they can't explain—footsteps where no one is there, voices that don't belong, and a sense that certain places are still occupied. Even Fort Mackinac carries its own lingering presence tied to the island's long history.For Todd Clements, these accounts aren't just stories—they're part of what continues to draw people to the island. Through Haunts of Mackinac, he's spent years exploring where history and the unexplained begin to overlap.So what is it about Mackinac Island?Is it simply history… or something that never quite left?#MackinacIsland #HauntedMackinac #GrandHotel #MissionPointResort #FortMackinac #MidwestHauntings #GhostTours #HistoricHauntings #IslandGhosts #TheGraveTalksLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

May 4, 2026 ~ David Jurcak, President of the Mackinac Grand Hotel discusses winter redesigns and restorations, along with updates on the ongoing façade project and other key property enhancements at Grand Hotel. 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 ~ James Guarnaccia, VP Retail Mackinac Grand Hotel talks about what's new in retail. 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 ~Grant DeMoss, Director of Golf, Mackinac Grand Hotel discusses 125 years of golf and the introduction of Grand American Evenings. 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 ~ Elizabeth Schweitzer, Master Sommelier Mackinac Grand Hotel discusses Cork & Fork annual event, this year's theme, and what's new in wine for the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan's lakes, forests, and wildlife are more than just a backdrop — they're a $11 billion economic engine and a way of life worth fighting for. Marc Smith, Director of Conservation Partnerships with the National Wildlife Federation, has spent nearly 30 years on the front lines of that fight. From invasive carp threatening our fisheries to an aging pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac, the threats are real and closer than you think. Tune in to discover what's being done, what's at stake, and how you can make a difference.Links:Website: https://www.nwf.org/Great-LakesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWFGreatLakesSubscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichigan

Tribes in Michigan oppose Enbridge the Line 5 oil pipeline replacement plan, arguing the environmental risks to their traditional waters far outweigh any benefits. The proposal to replace the 70-year-old pipeline that currently runs through Michigan and Wisconsin has faced many legal challenges over the years. Now, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether the state or federal government should have say over how the project proceeds. The decision could set a precedent on how much power tribes and states have in regulating fossil fuel development. We’ll speak with tribal leaders, Native legal scholars, and others about what's next for the ongoing Line 5 pipeline legal battle. GUESTS Wenona Singel (Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa), associate professor of law at Michigan State University College of Law and associate director of the Indigenous Law and Policy Center Elizabeth Arbuckle (Bad River), chairwoman of the Bad River Tribe Melissa Kay, Tribal Water Institute fellow at the Native American Rights Fund Break 1 Music: Nothing New Since 1492 (song) RematriNation (artist) Break 2 Music: Hard Times Will Be Coming (song) Courtney Yellow Fat (artist) The Lost Songs of Sitting Bull (album) The full statement by Enbridge on the U.S. Supreme Court case: We are encouraged that the U.S. Supreme Court has heard arguments and is reviewing the June 2024 decision of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. The Sixth Circuit's ruling conflicts with decisions issued by two other federal Circuit Courts of Appeals, and the Supreme Court's review will provide needed clarity by resolving that conflict. For more than six years, the Attorney General has attempted to shut down Line 5 based on perceived safety concerns. However, the safety of Line 5 is regulated exclusively by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Transportation. PHMSA conducts annual reviews of Line 5's safety compliance across the Straits of Mackinac and has not identified any safety issues with its continued operation. There are also significant implications for energy security and foreign affairs if the Attorney General continues to pursue the lawsuit now in state court. We believe that federal law prohibits the Attorney General from shutting down Line 5. A shutdown of Line 5 would undermine the 1977 Transit Pipelines Treaty, which prohibits Michigan from impeding the operation of the pipeline. It would also undermine the legal doctrine that reserves foreign affairs matters for the federal government. The lawful operation of the Line 5 Dual Pipelines continues to be vital to provide needed petroleum products, including home heating and transportation fuels, to Michiganders, the Detroit Metro Airport, and the surrounding region.  We value our relationships with all the communities and community members in areas where Enbridge has assets. As we continue to move closer to construction on the Great Lakes Tunnel Project, we remain committed to including Tribes and Tribal citizens in this incredibly important and consequential project and welcome constructive dialogue and engagement. Line 5 is critical energy infrastructure. The Great Lakes Tunnel makes a safe pipeline safer while also ensuring the continued safe, secure, and affordable delivery of essential energy to the Great Lakes region. 

Note: "Act 2" will be a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics*"When it rains, it pours." EZ's Aunt Gassia (Meathead's younger sister) passes away. *EZ's Aunt Gassia was great. Wonderful spirit. EZ tells some stories.*For some reason, EZ has to make a deposition Friday as two hillbillies are fighting over kids.*EZ had a dilemma while cooking Chinese food on "The Blackstone."*Trouble with the ice at the Grand Rapids Griffins' game."*Make your NCAA men's basketball tournament picks in "EZ's Tournament Bracket Challenge."*Sweet, elderly old-timer Door Dash delivery dude gets an assist from a GoFundMe*18 year-old chick from Australia has a super power.*Northern Michigan asshole has to be rescued from the ice on the Straits of Mackinac because he's a stupid fuck.*Another idiot puts people's lives in jeopardy when he's swept off the South Haven pier because he's a stupid fuck.Asshole of the DaySponsors:Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners,  Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Note: "Act 1" was a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*"When it rains, it pours." EZ's Aunt Gassia (Meathead's younger sister) passes away. *EZ's Aunt Gassia was great. Wonderful spirit. EZ tells some stories.*For some reason, EZ has to make a deposition Friday as two hillbillies are fighting over kids.*EZ had a dilemma while cooking Chinese food on "The Blackstone."*Trouble with the ice at the Grand Rapids Griffins' game."*Make your NCAA men's basketball tournament picks in "EZ's Tournament Bracket Challenge."*Sweet, elderly old-timer Door Dash delivery dude gets an assist from a GoFundMe*18 year-old chick from Australia has a super power.*Northern Michigan asshole has to be rescued from the ice on the Straits of Mackinac because he's a stupid fuck.*Another idiot puts people's lives in jeopardy when he's swept off the South Haven pier because he's a stupid fuck.Asshole of the DaySponsors:Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners,  Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy