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On today's show, we ring in the holiday weekend with a playlist of Christmas tunes by Michigan artists.

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.

In today’s spine-chilling episode, a conversation with the Macomb County Clerk about early voting, and what they expect for Election Day. Then, the host of Modern Music on WDET tells us about what inspired him to make a ghoulish soundtrack every year for Halloween. Additionally, how a Michigan group aims to keep the spirit of Halloween alive throughout the year.

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, we talk with a BBC reporter who has been looking into Michigan’s history with women candidates, and what VP Harris can learn from these female leaders. Also, a conversation with writer, Craig Maki, on his new book telling the history of Detroit's first underground record label.

Detroit’s music has been recognized and beloved by many all around the world. However, with so much interest and appreciation why isn’t there a music district in Detroit? On today's podcast, we talk with a Detroit Free Press contributing columnist who proposes that the city needs to create one.

Today, a wrap up of what happened at the RNC this week, including a Teamster leader’s eye-opening speech in support of Donald Trump. Also, students in Northern Michigan bond over turning tough moments into beautiful music. And, this weekend marks the first day of the apocalypse…at least according to Octavia Butler’s sci-fi masterpiece Parable of the Sower.

The longstanding conventional wisdom is that what we call "hillbilly music" originated in Western Europe. But the truth, as many scholars and musicians have been preaching for years now, is that country music is intimately tied into the experience of African Americans. We talked to a music scholar about the often overlooked influence of Black musicians on the country genre.

Guest host Colin Jackson talks with a Gongwer News Service reporter about the new budget passed by the Michigan Legislature. Also, some summer gardening tips for home gardeners during hot spells. Plus, join us as we track influences to country music.

We hear from Gift of Life Michigan about advocacy for organ and tissue donation. Then, we revisit a conversation with one of the great musical surprises from small town Michigan – The War and Treaty. And, the team at Points North and Interlochen Public Radio bring us the mystery of an arson.