Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchUnion Dues Bill & Lansing's Capital Status | Mar 16
Episode 1474
On this day in 2013, a bill was passed prohibiting school districts from deducting union dues from paychecks. In 1846, Lansing became the capital of …
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Stratton's Pottery & Zingerman's Anniversary | Mar 15
Episode 1473
On this day in 1867, Mary Chase Perry Stratton, founder of Pewabic Pottery and a Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame member, was born. In 1982, Zingerman’s…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
King's Grosse Pointe Speech | Mar 14
Episode 1472
On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his speech "The Other America" in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, facing interruptions from protesters…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Baldwin's Capitol Vision & Lansing's Selection | Mar 13
Episode 1471
On this day in 1872, Governor Henry P. Baldwin called for a new Capitol Building for Michigan. The first Capitol was built in Detroit in 1832, and La…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
1974 Streaking Craze Hits Michigan | Mar 12
Episode 1470
On this day in 1974, the First Annual Ann Arbor Streak-In took place, drawing thousands of spectators. Later, the First Annual Lucky Streak attracted…
8 months ago
Osborn's Prohibition Efforts & Township Act | Mar 11
Episode 1469
On this day in 1912, Gov. Chase Osborn sought to outlaw brewery-owned saloons in Michigan. In 1836, Gov. Stevens T. Mason signed the Township Act, or…
8 months ago
Writing Reform, Paper's End & Hutton's Birth | Mar 10
Episode 1468
On this day in 1914, Michigan took steps to improve handwriting in schools. In 2016, The Bay City Democrat published its final edition. In 1919, Mari…
8 months ago
Olds' Factory Move & Balloon Flight Legalization | Mar 9
Episode 1467
On this day in 1901, R. E. Olds moved his automobile factory to Lansing after a fire in Detroit. In 1976, Governor Milliken legalized manned hot-air …
8 months ago
Parmelee's Aviation Feats & Legacy | Mar 8
Episode 1466
On this day in 1887, pioneering pilot Philip Parmelee was born. He trained with the Wright Brothers and achieved several aviation firsts, including t…
8 months ago
Olympic Triumph & Dingell's Legacy | Mar 7
Episode 1465
On this day in 1976, Sheila Young won three medals in speed skating at the Innsbruck Winter Olympics. In 2019, Representative John Dingell Jr., a key…
8 months ago