Conversations that matter to Michigan. Each weekday, host April Baer will bring you stories from people across the state—from policymakers in Lansing, to entrepreneurs in Detroit, to artists in Grand Rapids. To access full episodes and individual story segments, please visit michiganpublic.org. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganradio.org/podfund
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Stateside: Dan Gilbert’s recovery; collecting African American art; dark money in U.S. Senate race
Today on Stateside , a super PAC funded by the DeVos family has raised $800,000 to unseat Democratic U.S. Senator Gary Peters. We talk about how spending by outside groups could impact the state's most competitive 2020 races. Plus, an update on the
Stateside: Family quarantined on cruise ship; self portraiture and identity; Detroit water shut-offs
Today on Stateside , one Michigan family got an extended vacation after their cruise ship was turned away from port after port because of fears about the coronavirus. Also, we round up the week's news, including the coverage of black voters ahead of
Stateside: Hiring of MSU football coach; Whitmer appointment rejected; portraits of black life
Today on Stateside , we're digging deeper into the hiring of Mel Tucker, his around $30 million compensation package, and the process governing sports hiring at Michigan's Big 3 schools. Plus, two African American artists in Detroit talk about finding a
Stateside: UM provost faces sexual misconduct allegations; black portraiture; gun-rights sanctuaries
Today on Stateside , the trial of Kathie Klages has begun. The longtime coach for the Michigan State University women’s gymnastics team is accused of lying to police during an investigation into Larry Nassar . Plus, the national debate over new gun
Stateside: Shoreline erosion; Detroit-made film at Sundance; lotto money and school funding
Today on Stateside , what the worsening erosion of Great Lakes shorelines looks like from a bird’s eye view. Plus, an expected flood of absentee ballots this November has some of Michigan's clerks nervous about timely reporting. We talk to a state senator
Stateside: Coronavirus affect on MI economy; Line 5 under St. Clair River; MI’s first black settlers
Today on Stateside , the coronavirus outbreak in China is beginning to have an effect on Michigan manufacturers. We hear from an executive at a west Michigan auto parts supplier about how the virus is affecting their business. Plus, we'll learn about
Stateside: Dantonio retirement; film critics preview Oscars; Detroit’s chief storyteller
Today on Stateside , it's the end of an era for Michigan State fooball under head coach Mark Dantonio. Plus, the city of Detroit's new chief storyteller talks about his plan for making sure the city's narrative reflects its residents.
Stateside: Whitmer lays out budget priorities; how parents and kids grapple with racism at school
Today on Stateside , we talk about Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget priorities, including a boost in school funding. Plus, parents from Saline and Lansing discuss what it's like to raise kids of color who go to majority-white schools.
Stateside: Gov. Whitmer on national stage; diversity in classical music; future of executive power
Today on Stateside , we recap Governor Whitmer's response to President Trump's State of the Union address. Plus, with the impeachment trial wrapping up, we hear from former federal prosecutor and University of Michigan law professor Barbara McQuade about
Stateside: Absentee ballot challenges; Broadway’s first black star; cherry farmers struggle
Today on Stateside , we spoke to two Michigan clerks about how the state can avoid an Iowa caucuses style castastrophy in November. Plus, a new play at Plowshares Theatre in Detroit tells the story of Broadway's first black megastar Charles S. Gilpin.