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Billy Mays III
Son of pitch-man Billy Mays
August 31st, 2022 07:34am
Will there ever be another pitch-man like Billy Mays?
Karen Cherrington
Attorney
August 31st, 2022 07:33am
Our weekly look at the hottest legal cases.
Megan Green
Brides on a Budget
August 31st, 2022 07:31am
Megan shares tips to keep your wedding from being a funeral for your finances.
Gary Peters
U.S. Senator - MI (D)
August 31st, 2022 06:39am
Senator Peters takes a break from his motorcycle tour to explain the CHIPS Act.
Jake Harris
Michigan Lottery
August 31st, 2022 05:53am
Jake Harris from Michigan Lottery brings us the latest on a big payout to an out-of-state winner, and a new big-prize lotto game.
John Yellico
Homesteader
August 31st, 2022 05:51am
Mike and John talk apples.
Joe Cardinale
Former NYPD Lieutenant
August 30th, 2022 08:08am
Police are retiring at an alarming rate. Why?
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
August 30th, 2022 07:43am
Why did NASA scratch their test launch yesterday?
GP Theriot
Mortgage Advisor
August 30th, 2022 07:41am
What is the state of the housing market?
Brian Wheeler
Consumer's Energy
August 30th, 2022 07:40am
Brian updates us on the work to restore power following Monday's storms.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services - East Lansing
August 30th, 2022 06:03am
Dr. Braccio gives us all a lesson in humility.
TIm Winders
Host - SeekGoCreate
August 30th, 2022 06:02am
Winders recalls how the 2008 recession changed his life forever.
Adrienne Woodland
PR Spokesperson AAA
August 29th, 2022 08:04am
Adrienne and Mike have a chat about the upcoming Labor Day weekend.
Ashley Smith-Thomas
CEO of Freedom's Fund USA
August 29th, 2022 07:45am
Ashley talks about the ongoing investigation on Donald Trump.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News Journalist
August 29th, 2022 07:43am
Kyle talks details about the Republican convention last weekend.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
August 29th, 2022 07:41am
Mondays with the Mayor!
Mike and Andy catch up on what's going on.
Shannon Schmoll
Abrams Planetarium Director
August 29th, 2022 07:34am
A moon mission is being launched today and Shannon has the details.
Adrian Hemond
CEO of Grassroots Midwest
August 29th, 2022 07:18am
Adrian talks about the upcoming state election and the republican convention from last weekend.
Nicole Noll-Williams
CEO of the Capital Region International Airport
August 26th, 2022 07:49am
There is a new flight with Avelo that's a direct line to Florida. Hear about it from the airports CEO Nicole!
Shirley Wantland
Co-Founder of Recovery Consultants
August 26th, 2022 07:30am
Fentanyl has become a large problem for addiction and drug abuse. Shirley talks us through these issues.
Craig Mauger
The Detroit News Reporter
August 26th, 2022 06:57am
Craig gets us caught up with info on the upcoming GOP convention.
Elissa Slotkin
U.S. Representative
August 26th, 2022 06:43am
Get to know a little bit about our current representative for Michigan's 8th congressional district and her thoughts on some current issues.
Anthony Russo
Host of Truth Will Set You Free
August 26th, 2022 06:30am
Anthony shares opinions on the recently passed student loan forgiveness.
Joe Cardinale
Retired NYC Police Lieutenant Commander
August 26th, 2022 06:19am
Are we going to start implanting microchips into the brains of convicts? Joe tells us about an idea being thrown around.
Karla Forrest-Hewitt
East Lansing Farmer's Market Manager
August 26th, 2022 06:14am
Hear about the farmer's market in East Lansing!
Jared Halpern
Fox News Radio
August 25th, 2022 08:20am
Joe Biden's Student loan forgiveness is coming around and Jared gets into the details.
Kevin Begola
USA Mullet Championships
August 25th, 2022 08:18am
Youth and Teen mullet national champions have been chosen!
Kate Supianoski
PA Sparrow Health
August 25th, 2022 08:01am
Kate and Mike chat about High School sports injuries.
Proffesor Alan Saxe
University of Texas
August 25th, 2022 07:42am
More info on the Mar-a-Lago Affidavit.
David Rauch
President of Pro Tec Building Services
August 25th, 2022 07:28am
Rent is high and buying a home is difficult and David tells us why
Linda Vail
Ingham County Health Officer
August 25th, 2022 07:25am
Linda has a 40 year career in science and healthcare. She tells part of her story and about her upcoming retirement.
Michael Martinez
Automotive News
August 24th, 2022 08:02am
Mike and Mike discuss Ford's layoff of 3,000 automotive jobs, many of them in Michigan.
Katie Cherkasky
Attorney
August 24th, 2022 07:32am
Our weekly look at the hottest legal cases.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
August 24th, 2022 07:20am
In yesterday's primary election, Florida Democrats selected former governor Charlie Crist to run against Governor DeSantis.
Tom Barrett
State Senator / Candidate - US House MI-07
August 24th, 2022 07:05am
Tom brings us an update on his campaign to defeat Elissa Slotkin.
Tonya J Powers
FOX News Radio
August 24th, 2022 06:32am
Tonya brings us the latest primary results.
Heidi Williams
Director - Ingham County Animal Control
August 24th, 2022 06:23am
Heidi speaks with Mike concerning the parvo-like virus affecting dogs here in Michigan.
Cade Courtley
Host - Surviving Disaster / Navy SEAL
August 23rd, 2022 07:54am
Cade offers advice on preparing yourself and your family for emergencies.
Kim Muench
Founder - Real Life Parent Guide
August 23rd, 2022 07:44am
What is jackhammer parenting?
Adrian Hemond
CEO Grassroots Midwest
August 23rd, 2022 07:38am
What will it take for Tudor Dixon to beat the incumbent Governor Whitmer?
Ryan Schmelz
FOX News Radio
August 23rd, 2022 07:10am
Ryan brings us the latest updates on the investigation into documents taken by former President Donald Trump.
Andrew Abood
Abood Law Firm
August 23rd, 2022 06:45am
Andrew brings us the latest in the trial of two men accused of plotting to kidnap Governor Whitmer.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services - East Lansing
August 23rd, 2022 06:35am
Is everyone really cut out to be a parent?
Adrienne Woodland
Spokesperson for AAA
August 22nd, 2022 07:44am
Adrienne comes to us with miscellaneous updates and great conversation with Mike Austin.
Ashley Smith Thomas
Freedom Fund's USA, CEO
August 22nd, 2022 07:29am
Issues at the U.S. and Mexico border could be resolved with some cooperation.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
August 22nd, 2022 07:15am
An update on Tudor Dixon's running mate and info on upcoming elections.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
August 22nd, 2022 07:13am
Mondays with the Mayor!
Another update with Mayor Andy Schor
John Taggart
Burgundy Pastures
August 22nd, 2022 07:10am
John gives insight on increasing beef prices and the drop in supply.
Chad Livengood
The Detroit News Reporter
August 19th, 2022 08:25am
Tudor Dixon's running mate needs to be announced today and Chad has info on that choice.
Justin Winslow
Restaurant & Lodging Association CEO
August 19th, 2022 07:32am
Artificial Intelligence is being used in the hotel & motel industry to know guest needs.
Bill Barnes
Grand Ledge Public Schools Superintendent
August 19th, 2022 07:25am
Grand Ledge Schools have an active shooter drill.
Lucinda Wright
Founder & CEO of Cask & Kettle
August 19th, 2022 07:16am
Lucinda talks about entrepreneurship, her business and Pitch Mania at MSU.
Jeff Monosso
Fox News
August 19th, 2022 07:14am
What the CDC may have had wrong about safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scott Graham
Michigan Brewer's Guild Executive Director
August 19th, 2022 07:04am
Michigan made beer!
Eben Brown
Fox News
August 19th, 2022 07:01am
The affidavit for the Mar-a-Lago search releases info on investigation, but how much?
Sean Themea
Young Americans for Liberty Chief of Staff
August 18th, 2022 08:35am
Sean gives his thoughts on the Mar-a-Lago raid and some updates on the case being made against Donald Trump
Lauren Gibbons
Bridge Michigan Reporter
August 18th, 2022 07:16am
Insight on abortion legislation being proposed in Michigan.
Frank Walsh
Meridian Township Manager
August 18th, 2022 07:13am
Frank lets us know what's going on with the recently passed bill to allow recreational marijuana sales in Meridian Township.
Mitch Kramer
Founder & CEO of Fluent Financial
August 18th, 2022 07:11am
Mitch and Mike get into the details of the current recession.
Prof. Jesús Miguel-GarcÃa
Founder / Director - Spanish Institute in Winnipeg
August 17th, 2022 08:10am
Mike and Jesús break down the method by which we learn things.
Tonya J Powers
FOX News Radio
August 17th, 2022 07:52am
Liz Cheney was defeated in last night's primaries. Who else won and lost?
Julie Thomasma
CEO - Child And Family Charities
August 17th, 2022 07:37am
Child and Family Charities has broke ground on a new youth shelter.
David Mizejewski
Animal Expert
August 17th, 2022 06:53am
David and Mike discuss backyard camping.
Ken Belkin
Attorney at Law
August 17th, 2022 06:53am
A Michigan school has been monitoring the social media of parents, and has had one mother, who had spoke out against vaccine mandates, fired from her job.
Roy Paul
Executive Director - Cents-Ability
August 17th, 2022 06:00am
Why are young people so enamored with cryptocurrency?
Dennis Lennox
GOP Politcal Strategist
August 16th, 2022 08:15am
How did two different GOP conventions take place in Macomb County?
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
August 16th, 2022 07:05am
Who will Tudor Dixon pick as her running mate?
Caleb Gordon
Program Director - WPHM
August 16th, 2022 07:02am
A water main break in Port Huron has left over 130,000 residents under a boil water advisory.
Brendan Steinhauser
Chief Strategy Officer - Young Americans for Liberty
August 16th, 2022 06:26am
Has the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago changed how much weight Donald Trump's endorsements hold? How might it affect a possible re-election campaign?
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services - East Lansing
August 16th, 2022 06:10am
Are you crushing your hopes and dreams with your own fear? Dr. Braccio offers advice on how to overcome your fears so you achieve.
Ashley Smith Thomas
Founder of Freedom's Fund USA
August 15th, 2022 09:08am
The rules pertaining to Presidential family vacations and the costs associated with them are all laid out by Ashley.
Sarah Buxbaum
Founder of CWS Hospitality
August 15th, 2022 08:55am
Sarah warns of hidden fees many businesses are partaking in.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing, MI
August 15th, 2022 08:46am
Mondays with the Mayor! Mike talks with Andy about what's happening in Lansing.
Dr. David Hornak
Superintendent Holt Public Schools
August 15th, 2022 08:40am
Dr. David Hornak joins us on the first day of school in Holt, Michigan and keeps us updated on everything going on.
Paul Hudson
MI Supreme Court Candidate
August 15th, 2022 08:27am
Mike gets to know the upcoming Supreme Court candidate Paul Hudson. Who is running in the upcoming election
Amy Piper
Author of 100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die
August 15th, 2022 08:24am
Amy talks about her cool new book with loads of information on the great variety of things people in and around Lansing should go check out.
Denise Owens
Jackson County Fair Manager
August 12th, 2022 08:31am
The Jackson County Fair is going on and Denise tells us all the reasons people need to come see.
Dr. Shannon Schmoll
Director, Abrams Planetarium
August 12th, 2022 08:26am
The Super Moon and increased speed of the Earth's rotation all explained by Dr. Schmoll
Richard Barrington
Chartered Financial Analyst
August 12th, 2022 08:23am
Richard explains the current economic state and the impacts it is having on the majority of people and their financial well being.
Andrew Abood
Lawyer with Abood Law Firm
August 11th, 2022 08:38am
Andrew and Mike talk about the lawsuit against MSU started by their swim team.
Brian Calka
Vice President of Renewable Sales at DTE
August 11th, 2022 08:30am
Brian let's Mike and the viewers know about the MI Green Power program and the current plans on using renewable energy.
Adam Karazuba
Director of Clinical Services
August 11th, 2022 08:22am
Adam is from the Sante Center for Healing and talks about new found issues with addiction to marijuana because of concentrated THC levels.
Tanya J Powers
Journalist, Fox News
August 11th, 2022 08:13am
Tanya gets into the Donald Trump's deposition in New York.
Pat Heller
Radio Show Host
August 11th, 2022 08:09am
Pat enlightens us on financial planning options for the current economic state of the United States.
Brian Wheeler
Spokesperson - Consumer's Energy
August 10th, 2022 07:48am
Consumer's energy is seeking public feedback on the operation of its dams.
Kevin Begola
Founder - USA Mullet Championship
August 10th, 2022 07:35am
Why has the mullet made a comeback? And how do Michigan's mullets compare to the rest of the country's?
Brian Calley
President & CEO - Small Buisness Association of Michigan
August 10th, 2022 06:42am
What are the latest workforce trends?
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
August 10th, 2022 06:40am
Has the FBI raid on Trump's Mar-a-Lago home given Trump-backed candidates a boost at the polls?
Bill Barnes
Superintendent - Grand Ledge Schools
August 10th, 2022 06:10am
The newly named superintendent for Grand Ledge Bill Barnes previews the upcoming school year.
Irvin Schorsh III
Pennsylvania Capital Management
August 10th, 2022 05:46am
Irvin gives advice on how to best support "boomerang children".
Dr. Shannon Schmoll
Director - Abrams Planetarium
August 9th, 2022 08:01am
The Perseids meteor shower will be in peak Thursday night into Friday morning.
Jared Halpern
FOX News Radio
August 9th, 2022 07:34am
Congress has passed the Inflation Reduction Act. Jared Halpern in D.C. navigates us through what the bill hopes to actually do.
Craig Mauger
Detroit News
August 9th, 2022 07:05am
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office is accusing 9 individuals, including Matt Deperno, Nessel's likely opponent in the AG race, of conspiring to gain improper access to voting machines.
Phil Keating
FOX News Radio
August 9th, 2022 07:02am
Phil joins us from Mar-a-Lago, bringing us the latest on yesterday's FBI raid on Donald Trump's Florida home.
Ben Schuldiner
Lansing Schools Superintendent
August 9th, 2022 06:43am
Lansing students will now be issued CATA bus passes rather than take the traditional yellow school buses to school.
Hank Schless
Senior Security Solutions Manager - Lookout
August 9th, 2022 06:28am
Is that e-mail or text message legit? Or a scam? Hank tells us signs of fraud to watch for.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services - East Lansing
August 9th, 2022 06:01am
Dr. Braccio discusses the important role fathers play in their sons and daughters' childhood development.
Ryan Kelley
Former Michigan GOP Gubernatorial Candidate
August 9th, 2022 05:59am
Ryan describes the FBI raid on his home and relates it to yesterday's FBI raid on Former President Trump's residence in Mar-a-Lago.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
August 8th, 2022 08:26am
Adrienne and Mike talk gas prices in Lansing and statewide.
Ashley Smith Thomas
Political Strategist
August 8th, 2022 08:25am
Ashley and Mike talk social spending and tax bill.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS news
August 8th, 2022 08:23am
Kyle and Mike talk State government news.
Mayor Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
August 8th, 2022 07:45am
Mondays with the Mayor.
Dick Pefley
General Manager of the Lansing Board of Water and Light
August 8th, 2022 07:43am
Dick and Mike talk 100 year anniversary of the old Moores Park station.
Heidi Williams
Director of Ingham County Animal Control
August 8th, 2022 07:41am
Heidi and Mike discuss passing of animal control millage in last week's election.
DeQuan Bruce
Director of Concerned Citizens for America
August 8th, 2022 07:27am
DeQuan and Mike talk
Mike Austin
Show Host
August 8th, 2022 07:25am
Mike and Rachel talk what's new on the show.
Joe Fowler
President of Michigan International Speedway
August 5th, 2022 08:39am
Joe gives us the lowdown of the Fire Keepers Casino 400 Race, going down Sunday August 07, 2022.
Daquawn Bruce
Executive Director of Concerned Communities for America
August 5th, 2022 08:31am
Daquawn tells us about Concerned Communities for America, what they represent and stand for.
Ross Remien
Author
August 5th, 2022 08:24am
Ross enlightens us on the studies being done on mushrooms used for medical treatments.
Terry Terry
Head of the Board of Directors for MICA
August 5th, 2022 08:17am
Terry share lots of info on the Lansing Jazz Fest.
Colleen Debaise
WSJ and Author
August 5th, 2022 08:14am
Mike and Colleen talk about what it takes to start a business with ideas from her book "Starting a Successful Business".
Chad Livengood
Political editor for The Detroit News
August 4th, 2022 08:29am
Chad and Mike discuss election day reaction.
Doctor Michael Zaroukian
Sparrow Hospital
August 4th, 2022 08:28am
Doctor Michael and Mike talk monkeypox.
John Bursch
Attorny for Alliance Defending Freedom
August 4th, 2022 08:26am
John and Mike talk representing Michigan right to life in the legal cases over the state's abortion law.
Barb Byrum
Ingham County Clerk
August 4th, 2022 08:25am
Barb and Mike discuss election day voter turnout in the county.
Alan Fox
Ingham County Treasurer
August 4th, 2022 08:24am
Alan and Mike talk tax foreclosure auctions.
Brain Wheeler
Spokesman for Consumers Energy
August 4th, 2022 08:23am
Brain and Mike discuss power outage updates.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
August 3rd, 2022 07:33am
Schools across the country are struggling to fill open teacher positions. In Florida alone, 9,000 jobs have yet to be taken.
Joe Disano
Disano Strategies in Lansing
August 3rd, 2022 07:05am
Joe gives us a Democrat perspective on last night's primary elections.
Rob Kelley
Supply Chain Expert / Senior Partner - Headstorm
August 3rd, 2022 07:04am
Why are retailers continuing to face supply chain disruptions?
Dennis Lennox
Republican Political Strategist
August 3rd, 2022 06:39am
Mike and Dennis cover last night's elections.
Lt. Adrian Ojerio
East Lansing Police
August 2nd, 2022 08:48am
Tonight is National Night Out, where locals are encouraged to come out and meet the officers serving the community.
Lt.Col. Jeff Addicott
Director - Warrior Defence Project
August 2nd, 2022 08:43am
Al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, one of the masterminds behind the 9/11 attacks, has been killed in a U.S drone strike.
Roy Paul
Executive Director - Cents Ability
August 2nd, 2022 08:40am
With inflation at a 40 year high, what items are Americans cutting back on at the grocery store?
Lindsey McKeever
Executive Director of the Ingham County Fair
August 2nd, 2022 08:38am
Mike and Lindsey discuss what's happening at the upcoming Ingham County Fair.
Jennifer Nassour
Founder - Conservative Women for a Better Future
August 2nd, 2022 08:35am
Mike and Jennifer preview today's state primaries, including our own here in Michigan.
Rich Redmond
Drummer, Actor, and Motivational Speaker
August 2nd, 2022 08:33am
Rich describes how he found his passion for drumming.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services
August 2nd, 2022 06:09am
Are you a perfectionist? If you are, Dr. Braccio has suggestions on how you can reap the benefits of holding yourself to more reasonable standards.
Mike Austin
August 2nd, 2022 05:26am
Mike gives us the run-down for today's show.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
August 1st, 2022 08:24am
Adrienne and Dave talk gas prices.
Anothony Russo
Political Analyst
August 1st, 2022 08:21am
Anthony and Mike talk DC Mayor Bowser asking for for the National Guard's help with migrant buses from the Southern border.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
August 1st, 2022 08:20am
Kyle and Mike talk the GOP primary election coming up.
Chris Pitre
Workplace Culture expert
August 1st, 2022 08:18am
Chris and Mike discuss possible recession.
Jennifer Horvatin
Laerning program coordinator at Potter Park Zoo
August 1st, 2022 08:16am
Jennifer and Mike talk new Potter Park Zoo sleepover event.
Charles Marino
Former Homeland Security Advisor
August 1st, 2022 08:14am
Charles and Mike talk Homeland Security records showing shocking use of phone data
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