Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDetroit Fire & Rising from Ashes | June 11
Season 1 Episode 1560
On this day in 1805, Detroit was nearly destroyed by a great fire—but the town rose from the ashes, inspiring its enduring motto of hope.
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Gordie Howe & Mr. Hockey’s Legacy | June 10
Season 1 Episode 1559
On this day in 2016, hockey legend Gordie Howe passed, leaving behind a record-breaking career and a lasting impact on Detroit and the sport.
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Sparty Statue & Michigan State Pride | June 9
Season 1 Episode 1558
On this day in 1945, Michigan State unveiled the original Sparty statue, symbolizing decades of Spartan athletic spirit and achievement.
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Flint-Beecher Tornado & Michigan’s Dark Day | June 8
Season 1 Episode 1557
On this day in 1953, an F5 tornado tore through Genesee County, killing 116 and injuring hundreds more in one of Michigan’s deadliest storms.
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Battle Creek Belle & A League of Her Own | June 7
Season 1 Episode 1556
On this day in 1932, Mary Moore was born in Detroit. She played for the Battle Creek Belles and slid into home in A League of Their Own.
10 months ago
D-Day Orders & A Saginaw Soldier's Story | June 6
Season 1 Episode 1555
On this day in 1944, Gen. Eisenhower gave his D-Day orders to Lt. Wallace Strobel of Saginaw, Michigan—captured in a now-iconic photo turned postage …
10 months ago
Elly Peterson & Michigan’s Political Firsts | June 5
Season 1 Episode 1554
On this day in 1914, Elly Peterson was born—becoming the first woman to lead a major Michigan political party and a pioneer for women in politics.
10 months ago
Ford’s Quadricycle & the 20 MPH Revolution | June 4
Season 1 Episode 1553
On this day in 1896, Henry Ford test drove his first gas-powered vehicle—the Quadricycle—paving the road to the future of automobiles.
10 months ago
Pocket Protectors & Practical Invention | June 3
Season 1 Episode 1552
On this day in 1943, Michigan’s Hurley Smith patented the pocket protector—creating a simple, smart fix for ink stains and worn-out shirts.
10 months ago
Galarraga's Imperfect Game & 28 Outs | June 2
Season 1 Episode 1551
On this day in 2010, Armando Galarraga lost a perfect game on a missed call, resulting in the now-legendary “28-out perfect game.”
10 months ago