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Starting in Glasgow, we travel to Stirling Castle, and watch a sheepdog demo.
ROADSHOW visits Music City for an astonishing $75,000 to $85,000 find!
A filmmaker honors his father’s legacy of art, activism, and resilience across generations.
Between the Lakes is WCMU Public Media’s weekly news podcast, bringing you the stories shaping central and northern Michigan—clearly, thoughtfully, and in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Tina Sawyer, new episodes drop each Saturday morning, offering trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more.
Carbon program pays landowners to keep forests standing
Carbon credit program pays small landowners to keep forests standing
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's loyalty demands
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's loyalty demands
News Wrap: Rubio meets NATO allies amid troop questions
News Wrap: Rubio meets with NATO allies amid troop level confusion
Gabbard’s record and impact on U.S. intelligence community
Tulsi Gabbard’s record and impact on the U.S. intelligence community
What's behind the 'learning recession' for American students
What's behind the decade-long 'learning recession' for American students
Shein's purchase of sustainable Everlane sparks outcry
Shein's purchase of sustainable fashion brand Everlane sparks outcry
New Mexico law bars armed federal agents at polls
New Mexico secretary of state explains law barring armed federal agents at polls
New book explores Stanford's ties with Silicon Valley
'How to Rule the World' exposes Stanford's complex relationship with Silicon Valley power
What Colbert's exit means for the future of late-night
What Stephen Colbert's exit means for the future of late-night
News Wrap: Arts commission approves design of Trump's arch
News Wrap: Arts commission approves design of Trump's 250-foot arch
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Destination Out - May 24, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston explores 1950s bebop with a focus on alto saxophone players inspired by Charlie Parker, featuring music from Jackie McLean, Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Stitt, Miles Davis, George Russell, and Charlie Parker himself, alongside later avant-garde and free jazz selections from artists including Steve Lacy, Don Cherry, Masada String Trio, and Phil Cohran.
Juke Joint - May 24, 2026
This week’s edition of “The Juke Joint” is a rebroadcast of a program that originally aired March 9, 2025. The Women’s History Month-themed episode features blues and soul music by Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Koko Taylor, Billie Holiday, Roberta Flack, Bessie Smith, Memphis Minnie, Maria Muldaur, Big Mama Thornton, and Tina Turner.
Homespun - May 23, 2026
…On this week’s edition of Homespun, we’ll be celebrating Bob Dylan’s birthday with songs from the bard himself, plus Joan Baez, Ian & Sylvia, The Country Gentlemen, The Brothers and Sisters, plus more covering his music!This program is a re-broadcast.
Destination Out - May 17, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston features music from Blue Note Tone Poet releases alongside selections from artists including Andrew Hill, Horace Silver, Hank Mobley, Bobby Hutcherson, and John Coltrane.
Juke Joint - May 17, 2026
This week on “The Juke Joint” broadcast Robert Barclay shares some of the 2026 Blues Music Award winners. We’ll hear from Buddy Guy, Ronnie Baker Brooks, D.K.. Harrell, John Primer, Tommy Castro, Sean McDonald, Eden Brent, Marcia Ball, Trombone Shorty and Billy Branch.
Homespun - May 16, 2026
…Spring is finally comin’ ‘round, so on Homespun this week, we’ll spring into action (musically!) with Becky Buller, The Seldom Scene, Geoff Seitz, The Subdudes, The Tony Rice Unit, and much more!
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Pressing Matters | MDOC Staffing Crisis, Housing Shortage & Bay City Infrastructure Challenges
We examine the staffing crisis Michigan's prison system is facing the housing shortage and more.
After years of struggles, Michigan cherry industry pushes for a better future
Michigan State University research estimates that grower production costs had risen from 35 cents per pound in 2022 to 44 cents per pound in 2024.
Cold, rainy spring threatens Michigan's cherry crop
The spring weather has put stress on cherry trees and growers across Michigan. Experts say the window for pollination is closing, but growers are hoping for a strong crop.
Chedrick Greene, special election winner, joins Michigan Senate
Chedrick Greene joined the Michigan Senate after winning a special election earlier this month to serve out the remainder of a term in a seat left vacant last January.
High gas prices? Some say that's good for northern Michigan tourism
High gas prices have some in the tourism industry worried that summer vacationers will choose to stay home this year. But it’s complicated up north, where high travel costs nationwide could actually drive more visitors to northern Michigan—visitors who would normally look to travel farther away.
Lawmakers give Mackinac Island control of ferry rates. Neighbors aren’t happy
Just in time for Memorial Day, lawmakers side with the tourist hotspot in its war with ferry operators. Mackinaw City and St. Ignace oppose the move.
Great Lakes shipping lost third of season to ‘inadequate icebreaking’
The Lake Carriers Association said in a report that it lost 82 shipping days this year because the US Coast Guard failed to break enough ice. Despite repeated attempts, Congress hasn’t invested in a new icebreaker for the Great Lakes.
AAA: 1.3 million Michiganders are projected to travel this Memorial Day weekend
The figure is the highest since AAA started tracking the data in 2000.
Mike Duggan drops governor bid in Michigan election shocker
Duggan cited shifting political landscape that appears to benefit Democrats. The former Detroit mayor left the Democrats party in late 2024, intent on giving voters a third viable option at the top of the ticket
Rewatch Antiques Roadshow in Charlevoix!
ROADSHOW visits charming Charlevoix, MI in search of hidden treasures and their stories.
See Michigan marvels unveiled during ROADSHOW’s stop at Castle Farms in Charlevoix!
ROADSHOW found treasures in a castle during a stop in Charlevoix, Michigan.
Go beyond what viewers when Antiques Roadshow visited Castle Farms in Charlevoix.
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