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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In today's episode, we discuss the recent passing of the Laken Riley Act by Congress, how a fisherman’s 1970s surrender to law enforcement has transformed fishing practices in the Great Lakes, and a conversation with an assistant professor about their new book on the history of redface in theatrical performances. -
Today, what President Trump's proposed tariffs of 25% on Canada and Mexico might mean for Michigan businesses. Then, the legacy of Grand Rapids restauranteur Marie Catrib. Plus, a new bakery in Midland run by Ukrainian refugees. -
In today's episode, what executive orders from Trump might affect Michigan most. Then, ways to make Dry January more engaging. Additionally, we cover a protest in Grand Rapids against President Trump's deportation plans. Finally, the director of the Michigan Immigrant Rights Coalition joined us for a discussion about Trump’s new actions affecting undocumented individuals in the U.S.
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Today, the unprecedented process behind re-opening a shuttered nuclear power plant. Then, a look into the quality of life after cancer treatments. Later, the music of Frontier Ruckus.
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Today, the problems with Grand Traverse County Jail. Then, the spread of the Detroit Lions' fame across the Atlantic. Later, what's next after community solar legislation failed.
Heard on the Podcast
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Artist Philippa Pham Hughes joined Stateside to talk about her exhibit, the Common Sense Diner, which aims to build understanding through conversation over a meal surrounded by art. -
Ottawa County Clerk Justin Roebuck talks about early and absentee voting and why clerks appreciate it. -
Today, a conversation with two journalists about the changes in Ohio’s political character, from national bellwether to reliably red electoral votes. -
The final, breakneck weeks of the campaign have included several stops in metro Detroit for both presidential campaigns, with events and messaging tailored to reach Black voters' concerns. Are those messages landing? We talk with journalist Sam Robinson. -
Bilal Beydoun, A Dearborn, Michigan resident with loved ones living in Lebanon, shared his experience watching violence unfold from afar.
