Stateside
Monday through Friday @ 3 & 8 p.m.
Stateside covers what you need (and want) to know about Michigan. You hear stories from people across the state—from policymakers in Lansing, to entrepreneurs in Detroit, to artists in Grand Rapids. Tune in every day for in-depth conversations that matter to Michigan. Stateside is hosted by April Baer.
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Heard On Air
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Today, the detrimental impact of tariffs on cross-border trade and supply chains. Then, how an out-of-state firm is using cryptocurrency to sell Detroit real estate. Plus, what can the world's richest man do with government agencies? -
Today, a new law was enacted to protect Indigenous students' right to wear cultural regalia during graduation ceremonies. Additionally, we will explain the funding structure for the Three Towers Project in Grand Rapids. Lastly, we will have a conversation with a Michigan native about his role in the Netflix show “American Primeval.” -
On today's show, a lawsuit against the University of Michigan is challenging its campus ban for students and community members who participated in protests over the war in Gaza last year. Also, a buzzy new Detroit restaurant serves up Mexico City-inspired fare for the Motor City. And, the iconic Detroit musician J Dilla has a street named in his honor.
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Today, a conversation with a history professor on the history of Black quarterbacks. Then, we explore how residents in Dearborn are responding to President Donald Trump’s comments regarding Gaza. Plus, a Grand Rapids author discusses romantic-comedy stories featuring queer characters.
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Healthcare providers are canceling appointments for gender-affirming care. We heard about the legal pushback against doing so. And a professor gave her tips for navigating online misinformation.
Heard on the Podcast
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The impact of tariffs on manufactured goods for businesses in Michigan. -
Today, Michigan Public's Kate Wells tells us what to know about bird flu. -
Today, Michelle Jokisch Polo takes us through the Laken Riley Act and it's impacts on immigrants without legal status. -
Stateside speaks with the owner of Castalia at Sfumato, a bar and perfumery, about designing flavorful, “Dry January”-friendly experiences. -
Today, Michelle Jokisch Polo covers a Grand Rapids protest over Trump's immigration changes.
