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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In today’s episode, we have a conversation with the former mayor of Grand Rapids about her career in the past nine years. Additionally, the Detroit Auto Show is scheduled for this month, but we’ll explore whether the industry’s struggles will affect the show’s attendance. -
Today, we talk to geologists about whether rock formations could keep excess carbon out of the atmosphere. Then, we revisit a conversation with creators of a podcast about the disappearance of Anita Wiley. Later, we travel to a colorful backyard also known as Hamtramck Disneyland. -
In today’s episode, what’s next for the Detroit Lions after their historic moment against the Minnesota Vikings. Then, decades of stories hidden within the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Lastly, how an urban planner is uplifting Detroiters through a new fellowship program.
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Today, retiring Congressman Dan Kildee reflects on his years in Washington. We’ll also talk about what may lie ahead for the new Congress. Then, where to go in Michigan for prime winter duck-watching. Later, a departing Michigan Supreme Court justice on state court matters. Plus, we catch up with Michigan research on how cannabis affects people suffering from PTSD.
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In today’s mouth-watering episode, a look back at some of our favorite cookbooks from Michigan chefs.
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As minimum wages increase for tipped workers, so too will menu prices start to rise. Some restaurant owners are concerned about how much of a price increase customers are willing to endure for a night out. -
It’s been a long time since the Red Wings were swigging from the Stanley Cup. But things seem to be looking up after some changes in the Wings’ coaching staff, and the team has shown new energy. -
Today, we listen in to stories told at Detroit's Story Fest last fall, including one by Stateside Executive Producer Laura Weber Davis. -
Today, we talk to the curators David Choberka and Félix Zamora-Gómez about a new exhibition, La Raza Art and Media Collective, 1975 – Today, at the University of Michigan Museum of Art. -
On today’s podcast, a conversation with a veteran Detroit automotive reporter about what people can expect to see at the 2025 Detroit Auto Show.