Podcast Episodes

The Welcoming Doors of the Rainbow Inn

Episode 78

The Rainbow Inn was Northern Michigan's sole African American resort hotel and restaurant, which opened its doors in 1950. Established by William Thomas West, an African American railway porter and c…

Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago

The Pioneers of Sugar Beet Farming in Michigan

Episode 77

This episode explores the significant role Michigan plays in the realm of sugar beet production. The origins of this industry can be traced back to the late 19th century.

___________________________

Pr…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Traverse City State Hospital

Episode 76

The principal focus of this episode revolves around the significant contributions of the Traverse City State Hospital and its contributions towards progressive mental health care in America throughou…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

The Minnehaha's Final Voyage

Episode 75

The episode recounts the tragic maritime disaster involving the schooner Minnehaha on October 13, 1893, near Lake Michigan. Despite being one of the largest vessels on the Great Lakes, the Minnehaha …

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

Detroit's Cigar Factories

Episode 74

The primary focus of this episode revolves cigar manufacturing industry in Detroit, a pivotal hub of tobacco production during the early 20th century.

___________________________

Produced by Michigan H…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Sherman Covered Wagons: A Camping Revolution

Episode 73

Following a disastrous camping trip, Arthur Sherman was inspired to design a more practical and efficient camping solution that brought about the covered wagon, an early version of the recreational v…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

The Legacy of Tim McCoy: Michigan's Cowboy

Episode 72

Tim McCoy, a native of Saginaw, Michigan, carved a niche for himself in the realm of motion picture Westerns. His journey commenced with a childhood steeped in adventure along the Saginaw River, lead…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Michigan's Early Automobile Companies

Episode 71

The episode explores the tumultuous and often chaotic history of early automobile manufacturers in Michigan, highlighting their audacious endeavors, financial struggles, and the remarkable innovation…

Published on 7 months, 4 weeks ago

The Origins of Faygo Pop: Remember When You Were a Kid?

Episode 70

Faygo has been a quintessential Michigan beverage that originated in Detroit in 1907. MHM tells the story of Perry and Ben Feigensen, Jewish immigrants from Russia, began the production of Faygo with…

Published on 8 months ago

Burt Lake Burn Out: The Fight for Recognition and Justice

Episode 69

This episode delves into a profound historical injustice that transpired in 1900, when the Odawa community at Burt Lake, Michigan, was violently displaced by the local sheriff and his deputies. This …

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago