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Lansing's More Compelling Morning Show Live weekdays 6am-9am on 1320 WILS

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Mike Open

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Thursday.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

A settlement is reached in the landmark trial against META, as they resolve claims that include designing Instagram to addict and harm children. What are the details?

This Day in History

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives some "Words of Wisdom" and "This Day in History"

Ray Gasser

Asst Vice President of Residence Education and Housing Services at MSU

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

An update on Welcome Week and a look ahead to Monday's start of the fall semester.

Louisiana is chosen as the destination for what Space-X says will be the biggest launch site on Earth. What impact will this have on space Travel? And how could it transfrom the deep south region economocally?

John Gonzalez

Behind The Mitten

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of this weekend's episode which can be heard this Saturday from 8-9am on 1320 WILS.

Whips Tips

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Producer Whip debuts "Whip's Tips"!

Tonya Krause-Phelan

Professor at Cooley Law School

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the historic Meta settlement.

Do you have a pet?

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about his pets growing up.

Anthony Forlini

Republican secretary of state candidate and Macomb County clerk.

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to this week's decision by the state board of canvassers to dismiss the Citizens Only Voting ballot initiative.

Groovy News

August 27th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.

Mike Open

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Tuesday.

RIP Dolly Parton

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about the passing of the legendary singer Dolly Parton.

This Day in History

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and "This Day in History".

Tim Daman

President/CEO - Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the tariff threats between the US and Canada.

Brian Calloway

Prep Spots writer for LSJ

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of the Lansing area's upcoming high school football season.

Chip Lupo

WalletHub

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Michigan ranked the least hard working state in the US for a second straight year.

Body Dysmorphia in young men

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip talk about Body Dysmorphia in young men.

Jeremy Rosenthal

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Can your employer spy on you?

Scott Shea

Music Expert

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Scott joins the show to discuss the passing of Dolly Parton.

Jeff Monosso

FOX News Radio

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

President Trump's import plan upsets America's cattleman and key GOP members.

Groovy News

August 26th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes the show with some Groovy News.

Mike Open

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Tuesday.

Coffee and Mayo?

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks with Producer Whip about the viral trend of coffee and mayo.

This Day in History

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and "This Day in History".

Catherine Smit-Torrez

Investigator

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Shoplifting is up and Catherine discusses it.

Dr. John Braccio

Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Dr. Braccio talks about "Gray Marriages".

Alan Fox

Ingham County Treasurer

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Wednesday's tax auction at the Lansing Center.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

What are the latest updates in the Lindsay Clancy trials?

Brett Kaschinske

Director of Lansing Parks and Recreation

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

New plans to enhance and improve Reutter Park.

Robot Olympics?

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about the Robot Olympics.

Casey Thompson

President / CEO of the YMCA of Lansing

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

T Y getting an 800,000 donation from the Legacy of Magic Gala and renaming the west side branch after Magic Johnson.

Matthew Bierline

State Representative

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of a pharmacy closure crisis roundtable that will be held in Jackson on Friday.

Groovy News

August 25th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.

Mike Open

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Monday.

Mike in Hotlanta

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about his excursion to Atlanta.

The Magic Johnson Gala

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about the Magic Johnson Gala over the weekend in Lansing.

This Day in History

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and "This Day in History".

Janice Spooner

Grapevine Regional PResident at NBT Financial Bank

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Janice speaks with Mike about saving and setting yourself up for post-retirment.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Massive pushback on data centers and flock safety cameras continue to dominate the conversation in town hall meetings across the US.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

The highly-anticipated South Carolina runoff election kicks off tomorrow.

Andy Schor

Mayor of Lansing

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of what's happening this week in city government.

Mike Austin

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike breaks down his thoughts.

Kyle Melinn

MIRS News

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Kyle discusses the biggest stories in state government.

Adrienne Woodland

AAA Michigan

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

A look at local and statewide gas prices to kick off week/

Groovy News

August 24th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.

Rich Open

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

Rich wakes you up for Friday.

Dennis Lennox

Michigan Republican Strategist

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Saturday's GOP nominating convention in Mt. Pleasant.

Paul Anderson

COO of Granger Waste Services

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Granger's 60th anniversary celebration next month.

Andrea Bitely

Bitely Communications

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to Jocelyn Benson's running mate selection of Winnie Brinks for the gubernatorial race.

Dr. Tim Nash

Northwood University Economics Professor

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the US national debt surpassing 40 trillion.

Tre Burton

Student at Waverly High School

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

A look at high school sports at the start of the new academic year.

Lori Lanspeary

Manager of Marketing and Community Engagement for Choose Lansing

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

A preview of events that are set for September across Greater Lansing.

Tom Barrett

Michigan Congressman

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

New bills introduced to protect local communities from data center overreach.

Brion O Brion

Program Director of Power 96.5

August 21st, 2026 12:00am

Brion recaps Thursday's annual backpack giveaway and also discusses a national honor he received this week.

Mike Open

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

Mike is on vacation today so Rich Herl has taking over the reigns to wake you up for Thursday.

Casey Jones

President of the Michigan Association of Broadcasters

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

Today is National Radio Day/

Jonthan Savage

FOX News Radio

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

President Zelenskyy's office is probed for Corruption as his now-fired defense minister demands elections in war-torn Ukraine.

Amy Sherman

Behind The Mitten

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of this weekend's episode that willa ir Saturday morning from 8-9am on 1320 WILS.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

California held a special election to replace former lawmaker Eric Swalwell, who resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct. What were the results?

Tyler Thiele

COO of the Anderson Economic Group

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

AEG releasing updated data in its Economic Conditions Monitor.

Rich Herl

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

Rich talks about a few things on his mind.

Matt Olson

Superintendent of Okemos Public Schools

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of the upcoming school year which includes the opening of the new Chippewa Middle School building.

Rich and Whip

August 20th, 2026 12:00am

Rich and Whip talk about National Radio Day.

Mike Open

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Wednesday.

What is your scent?

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip talk about their favorite scents.

This Day in History

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and "This Day in History".

Sarah Hubbard

University of Michigan Board of Regents

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the selection of C. Cybale Raver as the school's new president.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Several states call for big changes to Instagram and Facebook as Meta child privacy trial begins.

Cindy Miller

LPGA legend

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Professional golfer Cindy Miller talks with Mike about the stress of over-pushing your children in sports.

Drew Beardslee

Michigan Smart Trade Alliance

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the last-minute deal between the US and Canda to delay the new tariffs.

Tim Daman

President/CEO - Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

What does the new LG Energy Solutions plant in Delta Township mean for the Lansing region?

Jeremy Rosenthal

Weekly Legal

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Jeremy speaks with Mike about the current META trial.

Groovy News

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gives you some Groovy News for your Wednesday.

Kevin Guskiewicz

MSU President

August 19th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the hiring of new athletic director Dan Bartholomae from a university perspective.

Mike Open

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Tuesday.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

Primary day in several states, and a special election in California for a disgraced member of Congress who stepped down.

Dr. John Braccio talks with Mike about the benefits of "alone time".

Kenny Craig

Senior Pastor of Union Missionary Baptist Church

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Saturday's Magic Johnson Car show in Lansing at Francis Park.

James Flister

Expert Thrifter

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

Mike speaks with James about National Thrifting Day and how to pick the best items.

Mike Wayland

Automotive Reporter for CNBC

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

GM announcing layoffs in Lansing.

Hondo Carpenter

Spartan Nation and Sports Illustrated Journalist

August 18th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to MSU's hiring of Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae as its new athletic director.

Mike talks with Business Coach, Sara Schroder about the ups and downs of starting your business.

The US and South Korea holding major military drills.

Andy Schor

Mayor of Lansing

August 17th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of what's ahead this week in city government.

Kyle Melinn

MIRS News

August 17th, 2026 12:00am

A look at the biggest stories in state government.

Jeff Monosso

FOX News Radio

August 17th, 2026 12:00am

Fox Wheels - Iconic American muscle car working on a four door version...

Adrienne Woodland

AAA Michigan

August 17th, 2026 12:00am

A check on the local and statewide average gas prices begin the week.

115 years ago Crisco was introduced - how did the vegetable shortening change the cooking industry?

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