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With Europe as our classroom, Rick shares the essential skills for smart, smooth travel.
Top journalists deliver compelling original analysis of the hour's headlines.
Step behind the scenes of Ken Burns’s new film to see how The American Revolution came to life.
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.
A Brief But Spectacular take on cooking with pride
A Brief But Spectacular take on cooking with pride
Authorities struggle to stop AI tools generating nude images
Authorities struggle to stop AI tools generating nude images without consent
Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright on limits of Trump's power
Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright on the limits of Trump's power
Report shows misinformation a threat to election security
New report shows misinformation is a threat to election security
Promising pancreatic cancer treatment doubles survival rates
Promising new treatment for pancreatic cancer doubles survival rates
News Wrap: Arrests rise outside New Jersey ICE facility
News Wrap: More people arrested for breaking curfew at New Jersey ICE detention facility
U.S. and Iran at impasse as Israel goes deeper into Lebanon
U.S. and Iran send mixed signals as Israel's invasion extends deeper into Lebanon
Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund paused amid GOP pressure
Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund hits setback amid political pressure from Republicans
Son's murder inspires father to confront rising antisemitism
Killing of Israeli embassy workers inspires father to confront rising antisemitism
Mahjong thriving as players embrace community and connection
Mahjong thriving as players embrace community and connection
Destination Michigan 1702
Traverse City, Marquette, DeWitt, and Owosso
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Detroit, Traverse City, Mt. Pleasant, East Tawas, and Charlevoix
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Honor, Alanson, Interlochen, and Hancock
Destination Michigan 1605
Caledonia, Mackinaw City, Cedarville, and Beaver Island
Destination Michigan 1604
Ann Arbor, Albion, Sault Ste. Marie and Keweenaw Peninsula
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Grand Rapids, Detroit, Secret Mushroom Location, Mt. Pleasant, Osceola County
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Falmouth, Grand Rapids, Cedar Springs, and Alpena
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Mt. Pleasant, Cheboygan, and Maple City
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Caledonia, Pinconning, Grand Ledge & Waterfalls
Episode 1505
Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Gaylord & Wallon Lake
WCMU Music - Latest Programs
Destination Out - May 31, 2026
On this week’s episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston pays tribute to jazz giant Sonny Rollins following his passing at age 95, featuring selections from across Rollins’ remarkable career alongside music by Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Andrew Hill, Don Cherry, Eric Dolphy, and others who helped shape the evolution of modern jazz.
Juke Joint - May 31, 2026
This week’s edition of The Juke Joint is a re-run of a program that originally aired October 9, 2025. Robert Barclay spins a couple of vintage albums by Junior Wells and Tom Waits. He also shares new CDs by Rory Block, Roomful of Blues, Johnnie Johnson, Doug MacLeod and Gina Sicilia.
Homespun - May 30, 2026
…Homespun this week brings the new sounds of Claire Lynch, Carson Peters and Iron Mountain, plus the Onlies! We also dip into the music archives with Mike Seeger, Cold Mountain Soundtrack, Patty Griffin, and John Prine!
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.
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Traverse City, Marquette, DeWitt, and Owosso
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.
Michigan maritime report calls for boosting clean energy
The first-of-its-kind Michigan Maritime Strategy was drafted by environmental and economic officials, along with shipping industry stakeholders.
Fish and mussels returned to these rivers after decades of cleanup. But new threats loom
Some rivers are success stories where wildlife is bouncing back from heavy pollution. But environmental groups say progress hasn’t happened across the board and backsliding remains possible.
Whitmer creates a new literacy task force amid faltering test scores
Michigan's reading scores have failed to recover from the pandemic and are falling behind other states. The governor's Every Child Reads Champions Council will be made up of people with backgrounds in education, community organizing, and business.
Benson says she’d create arts, culture, tourism & sports department as governor
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, seeking the Democratic nod for governor, says she’d create a new department of arts, culture, tourism, and sports if she is elected.
Mackinac Island ferry fight to continue despite legislation
Attorneys for both Mackinac Island and Hoffman Marine say they will continue their legal battle despite the recent passage of a bill that grants the island authority over ferry services.
Report: Fertilizer prices have nearly doubled since February
Farmers are feeling the affects of rising input costs caused by the war in Iran. Here's what they're doing to conserve resources.
Michigan Dems clash on campaign cash, health care in heated US Senate debate
Medicare for All, AIPAC and AI were among the hot topics in a debate between Haley Stevens, Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow.
Construction starts on new NICU facility in Traverse City
Munson Healthcare officials hosted a groundbreaking event and turned shovels Thursday afternoon on a project that will replace Munson’s current NICU, which will operate until construction is complete.

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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