
Mercedes Mejia
Producer/DirectorMercedes Mejia is a producer and director of Stateside, and has been with the show since it launched in 2012. She is also the host of The Dish podcast. Her reporting and producing centers on the intersection of arts, culture and community. Since 2009, Mercedes has contributed to the station in many roles, including as producer for All Things Considered with Jenn White, and producer of multi-media content. She earned her BA in Journalism and Mass Communication with a minor in Latin American Studies at the University of New Mexico, and she began in public radio as a reporter at KUNM in Albuquerque.
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Eric Kinsler-Holloway talks about his journey to sobriety, and opening a bakery in Milan, Michigan.
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A record number of children in Michigan were hospitalized for ingesting cannabis in 2024. Two Michigan Public reporters break down what's behind the rising numbers and what families should be aware of to keep kids safe.
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Michigan-based singer-songwriter May Erlewine's new album, What It Takes sings powerful themes of resilience and empowerment. Her tour kicked off on April 2 and will continue through Spring.
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A lawyer discusses the legal concerns she's weighing as the federal government continues to revoke student visas without warning or explicit reason.
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We delve into the uncertainty that fueled the formulation of conspiracy theories during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the consequences of misinformation.
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Suzy Ognanovich, owner of New Palace Bakery, walks us through her Pączki Day preparations. Plus, we learn about the tradition and history of pączki.
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Mike Siefkes, director of sea lamprey control, and Lindsey Haskin, director of The Fish Thief, discuss the impact of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.
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A conversation about how bird flu spreads and the animals could be impacted.
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Join Stateside and The Dish at a Valentine's Day dinner featuring Filipino food and Karaoke at Adobe Boy on Feb. 14 and Feb. 15.
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We talk to the It's Just Politics team about Gary Peters' decision and the implications.