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Hondo Carpenter
Spartan Nation
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Hondo has breaking news about the Big 10 expanding.
April Clobes Pt 2
CEO of MSU Federal Credit Union
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Pt 2 of our conversation with April Clobes about MSUFCU sponsoring the Power 96.5's annual Backpack Giveaway.
April Clobes
CEO of MSU Federal Credit Union
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
MSUFCU the title sponsor for our sister station Power 96.5's annual BackPack Giveaway.
Nick Nerbonne
Travel Michigan
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
A preview of this weekend's fun activities across Michigan.
Dennis Lennox
Michigan Republican Strategist
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Could President Trump wade into the Michigan gubernatorial race?
Kim Kozlowski
Bridge Michigan
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
The fallout of Kevin Guskiewicz's departure at MSU.
Andy Minegar
MIRS News
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
A recap of the Mackinac Policy Conference.
This Day in History
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike lets you know everything going on May 29 in history.
Things to do in Lansing this weekend
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike updates you on some things to do in and around the city this weekend.
Mike Open
May 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for your Friday.
Groovy News
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes your day with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Minnesota led the nation in farm bankruptcies in the first quarter, leaving farmers anxious.
MSU BIke Sale
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about the MSU Bike Sale today.
Lance Binoniemi
MITA Executive Director
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Construction zone safety tips for drivers in light of this week's fatal traffic crash on US 127 that killed 2 MDOT workers.
Greg Salisbury
Senior Vice President of Electric Distribution For Consumers Energy
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Consumers announcing its 2027 Reliability Action Plan, designed to lead to fewer and shorter power outages.
Amy Sherman
Behind The Mitten
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
A preview of this weekend's episode which will air Saturday morning from 8-9am here on 1320 WILS.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
President Trump holds a cabinet meeting amid ongoing Iran tensions.
Andy Minegar
MIRS News
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
An update on the Mackinac Policy Conference.
This Day in History
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike tells you all the history on May 28.
Klay S. Wiliams
Purpose & Wellness Coach
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Klay S. Williams talks with Mike about "Reframing Retirement."
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
American Federation of Teachers President unveil new national framework for screens & AI.
Mike Open
May 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up from his outside deck for Thursday.
Groovy News
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Hump Day with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Fox Wheels - is Ferrari turning its back on traditional super cars?
Sarah Shriber
MIRS News
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
An update on the Mackinac Policy Conference and a recap of last night's speech by former Detroit mayor and former gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan.
Jeremy Rosenthal
Weekly Legal
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Jeremy about private equity investing in personal injury firms.
The Anniversary of the Black Light?
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about this being the Anniversary of the Black Light
Nolan Finley
Editorial page editor for the Detroit News
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
What does the future hold for former Michigan governor Rick Synder?
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
US back to striking Iran - Iran's leader says American bases in the region are no longer safe.
Tim Boring
Director of the Michigan Dept of Agriculture and Rural Development
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
An update on efforts to bring healthy, local food to state residents.
This Day in History
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
The world Roller Derby Regional Championship are coming to Lansing this weekend. Mike also talks about everything that has happened in history.
what's the most embarrassing thing you've done to your wife?
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about what's the most embarrassing thing they've done to their wives.
Mike Open
May 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Hump Day.
Groovy News
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Tuesday with some Groovy News.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
A check on local and statewide gas prices.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
President Trump signals progress in Iran peace deal but nuclear material remains the sticking point.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
A preview of the biggest stories ongoing in state government
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
A look ahead to what's happening in city government this week,
Jared Nisch
Lansing Fire Marshall
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Jared recently named National Fire Marshall of the Year by the National Fire Protection Association.
Don't touch a robin's nests
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike finds out that it is illegal to touch a robin's nest in your yard.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Dr. John joins the show and speaks with Mike about adult ADHD and how to work on it.
This Day in History
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on May 26
Misaphobia?
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and "The Big Hair" Lisa talk about Misaphobia and what exactly is it.
How was your Memorial Day
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about their Memorial Day weekend.
Mike Open
May 26th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Tuesday.
Groovy News
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your pre-Memorial Day weekend with some Groovy News.
Doug Petroff
Greater Lansing Association of Realtors
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Doug talk about the sale of Hell, MI and more.
Emily Laidlaw
MiLEAP
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Record enrollment numbers for this school year being announced in the PreK for All program.
Dorie Dils
President/ CEO of Gift of Life Michigan
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
New community initiative announced in Lansing in honor of a 7-year-old organ donor.
Nick Nerbonne
Travel Michigan
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
A look ahead to this weekend's fun activities across Michigan.
John Sellek
Harbor Strategic Public Affairs and Michigan Smart Trade Alliance
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Reaction to Mike Duggan dropping out of the Governor's Race.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
NOAA unveils 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season outlook - how's it looking this year.
Ann Bolin
Michigan House Appropriations Committee Chair
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Property tax reform legislation passed by House Republicans this week.
This Day in History
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Producer Whip about Memorial Day plans and Whip's fears.
Mike and Lisa.. or Lisa and Mike
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike brings his wife Lisa on to talk about their upcoming Memorial Day weekend.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer - what are the big summer movie blockbusters expected to be? Also a bunch of nostalgic movies are coming back to the theaters for limited runs.
Mike Open
May 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for your pre-Memorial Day weekend.
Groovy News
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Thursday with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Looking ahead to the next election contest next week - can another Trump - backed candidate take down the incumbent in the Texas Senate runoff?
Brian McGrain
Executive Director of Michigan Community Action
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
A recap of Wednesday's annual MCA Legislative Day.
Regina Weiss
State Representative
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Michigan House Democrats Wednesday introfucing a bill to cut property taxes for working families.
The Ride of Silence
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about "The Ride of Silence" here in Lansing.
John Gonzalez
Behind The Mitten
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with John and he gives us a preview of this weekend's Memorial Day episode of "Behind the Mitten?.
Jonathan Savage
Fox News Radio
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Iran warns the United States that restarting military action could trigger a wider war.
Wanna buy Hell... Michigan that is
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about Hell, MI being up for sale.
This Day in History
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
On this day the XBox video game system was created and so much more as Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on May 21.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Memorial Day weekend travel - how many people does AAA expect to hit the roads?
Mike Open
May 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Thursday.
Groovy News
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about a person that calls himself, "Mr. Mt Everest" and more in your Groovy News close of the show.
Steve Gonzalez
Chief of Public Safety Capitol Region International Airport
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Steve Gonzalez joined the show to talk about the Apple Vacations and Fly Lansing non stop flights returning to the airport.
Jeremy Rosenthal
Weekly Legal
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Jeremy and Mike discuss the Alex Murdaugh trial being overturned.
Nolan Finley
Editorial page editor for the Detroit News
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
The editorial board published a piece titled, "MSU trustees forget who elected them".
Lindsey McKeever
Director of the Ingham County Fair
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Construction plans being made for a new covered grandstand on the fairgrounds.
Rick Jones
Former Eaton County Sheriff
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Reaction to the video release of last month's East Lansing police officer-involved shooting death of MSU student Isiah Kirby.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ask to seal evidence and parts of a key hearing.
Bob Filka
CEO of the Homebuilders Association of Michigan
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Is there more optimism in the housing market? Mike discusses that with Bob Filka.
This Day in History
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike gets you up-to-date with everything that has happened on May 20.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
President Trump holds Situation Room meeting Tuesday with top national security advisers on options for military action in Iran.
Mike Open
May 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Hump Day.
Courtney Millbrook
Executive Director of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Courtney Millbrook about the upcoming selections of five possible candidates for the Conductor job for the Lansing Symphony Orchestra.
Groovy News
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Tuesday with some Groovy News.
Katie Nickolau
WLNS-TV Meteorologist
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Katie talks with Mike about the recent storms and gives an outlook for the upcoming Memorial Day weather.
Eye Contact is good, but for how long?
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike goes over a study he read about how long should one make eye contact with someone.
What did News Director, Rich Herl do while on vacation
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with the News Director of WILS 1320, Rich Herl about what he did on his vacation.
Greg Salisbury
Senior Vice President of Electric Distribution For Consumers Energy
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Update on power outages from Monday's severe weather.
Mike talks Smells?
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike breaks down his favorite smells including his daughter's bread... and auto parts
Dr. john Braccio
Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Dr. John Braccio discusses creating bonds and connections with people in your life.
This Day in History
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike keeps you up-to-date in history
What are your Memorial Day plans?
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about his plans for Memorial Day and more.
Mike Open
May 19th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Tuesday.
This Day in History
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened in history on May 18.
The Detroit Pistons are eliminated
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip discuss the Pistons loss last night to get eliminated from the NBA Playoffs.
Separation of church and state
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Mike delves into the current topic of separation of Church and state.
Groovy News
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes the day with some Groovy News.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Time for our weekly gas prices update with Adrienne Woodland.
Mike helping his friend move?
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Mike tells a funny story about him helping his friend move.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Kyle updates us on the MSU Board of Trustees issues.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Andy talks about the meetings for Monday.
Jonathan Savage
FOX News Radio
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Jonathan updates us on the latest for Iran.
Steve Cotton
Financial Strategist
May 18th, 2026 12:00am
Steve joins the show to discuss the survey of professional forecasters.
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