Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDetroit's 1943 March & Vernor's Birth | Apr 11
Episode 1500
On this day in 1943, we reflect on the 1943 march in Detroit against Jim Crow laws and celebrate the birth of James Vernor Sr., creator of Vernor's G…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Elsa Von Blumen's 1000-Mile Ride in Detroit | Apr 10
Episode 1499
On this day in 1822, Caroline Kiner, aka Elsa Von Blumen, visited Michigan. She was a famous high-wheeled bicyclist, known for her exhibitions on the…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Red Wings Farewell and Hughie Cannon's Birth | Apr 9
Episode 1498
On this day in 2017, the Red Wings closed out their 38-year residency at Joe Louis Arena with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Fans celebrat…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Lansing Board Endorses Community College | Apr 8
Episode 1497
On this day in 1957, the Lansing Board of Education endorsed the establishment of Lansing Community College. The first class was a math refresher cou…
7 months ago
Henry Ford's Passing at Fair Lane | Apr 7
Episode 1496
On this day in 1947, Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company, died at his residence in Dearborn, Michigan. Ford's innovations, including the Mo…
7 months ago
Medal of Honor for George Sidman | Apr 6
Episode 1495
On this day in 1862, Private George Sidman, a drummer boy from Owosso, received the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroism on a Civil War battlefie…
7 months ago
Flint Flood & Battle of Manton | Apr 5
Episode 1494
On this day in 1947, Flint experienced one of its worst disasters as rising waters caused severe flooding, sweeping furniture and appliances into the…
7 months ago
Nannette Gardner Votes | Apr 4
Episode 1493
On this day in 1871, Nannette Gardner became the first Michigan woman to vote in a general election. As a wealthy widow, she convinced Detroit City O…
7 months ago
Isle Royale's Wildlife & Shipwrecks | Apr 3
Episode 1492
On this day in 1940, Isle Royale was established as a national park. It consists of one large island and over 200 smaller islands in Lake Superior, a…
7 months ago
MSU Name Change & Giant Fungus Discovery | Apr 2
Episode 1491
On this day in 1954, Michigan State University got its name. The Detroit Free Press reported that Michigan Attorney General Thomas Kavanagh ruled the…
7 months ago