Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMartha Strickland Clark Makes Legal History & KISS Rocks Cadillac | October 9
Episode 1679
On this day in 1888, Martha Strickland Clark became the first woman to argue before the Michigan Supreme Court, winning a landmark divorce case in Th…
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Fires Ravage Michigan & FBI Foils Kidnapping Plot | October 8
Episode 1678
On this day in 1871, fires broke out across Michigan, devastating areas from Holland to Manistee and the Thumb region, claiming over 50 lives. In 202…
10 months, 4 weeks ago
Thunder Bay's Marine Sanctuary & DIA's Grand Opening | October 7
Episode 1678
Known as "Shipwreck Alley," Thunder Bay near Alpena, Michigan, was designated a National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve today in 2000. In 1…
11 months ago
Pictured Rocks' Designation & Early Gay Rights Bill | October 6
Episode 1677
On this day in 1972, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore became the first of its kind, showcasing 73,000 acres of stunning natural beauty in Michigan’s…
11 months ago
Michigan’s First Election & Red Wings’ New Arena Debut | October 5
Episode 1676
On this day in 1835, Michigan voters elected their first governor, Stephen T. Mason, along with the first state legislature, while also adopting a gr…
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Buster Keaton & Charlton Heston's Michigan Roots | October 4
Episode 1675
Born today in 1894, Buster Keaton, famed silent film star, has ties to Muskegon through the Bluffton Actor’s Colony. Meanwhile, Oscar-winner Charlton…
11 months ago
Diego Rivera & Michigan History | December 8
Episode 1743
Born on this day in 1886, Mexican artist Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry Murals, painted in 1933, depict the Motor City and Ford Motor Company, and a…
11 months ago
Karen Koch & Mackinac’s Timeless Charm | October 3
Episode 1674
Born today in 1951, Karen Koch of Monroe, Michigan, became the first female professional hockey player, debuting as a goaltender for the Marquette Ir…
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Michigan’s Capitol: A Building of Pride | October 2
Episode 1308
On this day in 1873, the cornerstone for Michigan’s third and current state capitol building was laid. Designed by Elijah E. Meyers, the building fea…
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