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In today’s episode, a look into Michigan’s birth control access project taking place this month. Then, a discussion on the stockpiling of Plan B. Also, a mother of eight talks about her new cookbook. Lastly, how a tornado impacted a local election, and more information about cyanobacteria in the lakes.

Detroit poet Brittany Rogers talked to Stateside about her recently published collection of poetry — a non-traditional coming-of-age book exploring Black womanhood.

Today, lessons learned from the Democratic turnout. Plus, a new young adult novel explores the realities of navigating unwanted attention as a middle schooler.

A conversation about the conflicting emotions Michiganders are having about the revival of mining in the Upper Peninsula. Then, a Detroit based poet explores family and place in her latest collection. And we talked to a Republican strategist who doesn't feel like she has a place in either of the major political parties anymore.

On today’s Stateside, what parents can do to protect their children from pneumonia. Then, the University of Michigan is providing a free course on inclusive stage hair and makeup for students. Additionally, a new book about Michigan’s revolutionary rock band, the MC5.

Today, a conversation with a Detroit-based reporter on what she’s learned about Michigan’s voter records, and what she expects as votes are counted and certified. Then, we hear from an author on what the horror genre is saying about Black women, and how some horror is breaking through stereotypes.

Today, we talk to the Washtenaw County clerk about early voting efforts in the area. Then, we listened to a previous interview with Josh Malerman, author of Bird Box. Later, we discuss the findings of a new report on the positive effects immigration in the state.

Today, we discuss the future of the Palisades nuclear power plant. Then, we talk to the minds behind NPR's Turning the Tables and authors of a new book on the same topic. Plus, is the power to grant a presidential pardon absolute?

Today, DTE’s track record under the microscope, with a rate hike request under consideration by the state.We’ll talk to a journalist who reviewed all the documents related to the request. Also, writer Erin Craig, whose fantasy novels evoke new worlds in luminous, cinematic detail. Her latest book, "The Thirteenth Child," features a personification of death as a deeply fallible immortal.

Today, Michigan has been working on removing dams the last couple of years. However because of EPA rules, dam removal proves to be a difficult feat. Then, golf course owners petition to have a country road closed in northern Michigan, and what the community has to say about the petition. Additionally, a non-profit organization aims to build confidence and resourcefulness in school-aged children in Detroit through horsemanship. Lastly, a science reporter talks about her recent experience and book featuring Hell, Michigan and other worldly destinations.