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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.
Karl Rove and David Axelrod give their midterm predictions
Karl Rove and David Axelrod give their midterm predictions
Investigators search for motive after pilot's alleged attack
Investigators search for motive after alleged attack by FlyDubai co-pilot
What we know about the botched execution of Christa Pike
What we know about Tennessee's botched execution of Christa Pike
News Wrap: SCOTUS to review mandatory detention for migrants
News Wrap: Supreme Court to review mandatory detention policy for migrants
Cornell's handling of rape allegations faces more scrutiny
New details intensify scrutiny of Cornell's handling of gang rape allegations
How tech firms are replacing traditional defense contractors
'Valley of Death' reveals how tech companies are replacing traditional defense contractors
Inside the UN peacekeeping mission on Lebanon-Israel border
On the ground with UN peacekeepers as Lebanon-Israel mission nears its end
A look at Hegseth's attempts to reshape the Pentagon
A look at Hegseth's attempts to reshape the Pentagon
News Wrap: Watchdog finds no criminal activity by Powell
News Wrap: Watchdog finds no criminal activity by Powell related to Fed renovation
Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and rebuilding life
Evan Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and reclaiming his life after release
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Homespun - September 12, 2026
As the days get shorter and leaves begin to fall, we sample the new sounds of Daryl Mosley, The Grascals, plus Kenny & Amanda Smith on Homespun this week! We also get the blues with Son House and Paul Butterfield, and hear the story of Elvis Presley’s Blues from Gillian Welch & David Rawlings.
Destination Out - September 27, 2026
This week on Destination Out, host Mike Johnston features the middle- and late-period music of John Coltrane, in honor of the legendary musician's 100th birthday.
Juke Joint - September 27, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on April 14, 2019. Robert Barclay shared some more music and stories about Son Seals, Albert Collins, Gatemouth Brown, Etta James, John Mayall, Earl Hooker and Tom Waits. He also celebrated the centennial of the birth of singer Jimmy "T-99" Nelson and celebrated the successful heart surgery on Mick Jagger.
Homespun - September 26, 2026
…Homespun this week gives us new music from fiddler Andy Lewftwich and North Carolina’s Unspoken Tradition. We swing just a bit with The Tobacco Tags, Ann Savoy, and Don Stiernberg, and we celebrate the 10th Anniversary release of the album “Undercurrent” by Sarah Jarosz!
Homespun - September 19, 2026
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Destination Out - September 20, 2026
This week on Destination Out, Mike Johnston featured music from John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Tina Brooks, Randy Weston, and other jazz greats.
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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.
Learn how to spot the signs of elder abuse and where to report it
The Michigan Attorney General's office says more than 73,000 older adults in the state have been the victim of elder abuse.
Railroads are charging more to ship grain. U.S. farmers may have to pick up the tab
Harvest season is nearing for many farmers. But the railroads that transport their harvested grain have raised their shipping costs with record-high diesel prices. That could mean lower grain prices for growers.
Whitmer warns against constitution convention, says reproductive freedom is at risk
The governor's comments come despite the lack of a coordinated effort by Michigan Republicans to undo abortion access via a constitutional convention.
Jim Crow Museum moves to new home at Ferris State University
Jim Crow Museum founder, David Pilgrim, discusses their new space and how it will help tell a better story about racism in America and how Black people fought back.
Meet 3 Rosie the Riveters from Michigan
Three Rosie the Riveters from mid-Michigan were featured on the latest episode of WCMU's Destination Michigan.
Should Michigan hold a constitutional convention? Voters will decide this November
Recent polling from WDIV and the Detroit News found that nearly half of likely voters support a con-con.
Benson, James boast dueling endorsements from first responders, veterans groups
Both Republican John James and Democrat Jocelyn Benson have taken on endorsements from emergency workers and veterans in their campaigns for Michigan governor.
Federal lawsuit claims religious bias in Northern Michigan zoning dispute
Was the denial of a permit for a youth ministry in a small northern Michigan town a zoning issue or an act of religious bias? That's the central question in a new federal lawsuit out of Leland Township.
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