Lansing's More Compelling Morning Show
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The WILS Morning Wake-Up
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Groovy News
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.
Eric Snodgrass
Nutrien
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
How are the crops fairing this summer in the wake of the heat and dry conditions?
Jeremy Rosenthal
Weekly Legal
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Jeremy about the Minnesota wagering issues.
Laura Ross
Michigan League for Public Policy
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
A "March for Medicaid" is being held at the state Capitol on Thursday.
Eminem is auctioning off his Jordans?
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about Eminem auctioning off over 100 pairs of shoes for the Marshal Mathers Foundation.
Neil Thanedar
Executive Director of the Michigan Campaign Finance Network
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
How is campaign financing from PAC's and other outside groups impacting the August primary election?
Jonathan Savage
FOX News Radio
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Double foreign policy day - President Trump met with both Zelenskyy and Netanyahu at the White House Tuesday.
Derrick Blumke
Stolen Lives Picnic
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with mental health advocate, Derrick Blumke about the "Stolen Lives Picnic" at the Capitol.
This Day in History
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and everything that has happened on July 29 in history.
What did you collect?
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip discuss their collections growing up and the value they hold.
Mike Open
July 29th, 2026 12:00am
It's Hump Day and time to get our day started with The Morning Wake Up w/ Mike Austin.
Groovy News
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out the day with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Fox News Poll - why people favor or oppose AI data centers in their area.
Have you seen "The Odyssey"?
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about the new movie "The Odyssey" and it's impact.
Dan VAroney
Economics Expert
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Dan speaks with Mike about Consumer confidence.
Tanya Liabenow
Clinical Dietician from U of M Health Sparrow
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Patients struggling to maintain weight loss while interest in prescription weight-loss medication is rising.
Josh and Jase
Influencers from England
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
The influencers Josh and Jase talk with Mike about their current trip in Michigan from the UK.
Micro-influencers
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about a study that states "Micro-influencers" are making waves in business.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Being a responsible person pays off.
This Day in History
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" as well as everything that has happened in history on July 28.
Jonathan Savage
FOX News Radio
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Iran threatens Ukraine as two separate conflicts threaten to collide.
Mike Open
July 28th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for a Tuesday.
Groovy News
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
A look at the local and statewide gas prices to kick off the new work week.
Funflation
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about ways to make a couple extra bucks.
Holly Jean Jackson
Founder of Changemaker Impact Co
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike speaks with Holly about people focusing at work.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
A preview of what's ahead in city government.
Mark Fisk
Michigan Smart Trade Alliance
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Will today's opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge help to improve trade relations between the US and Canada?
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
A look at some of the biggest stories in state government.
Kathy Mrozinski and Nathan Robertson
Marketing and Development Director for the Hospice of Lansing AND owner of Adna Technologies
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Hospice has broken ground on an expansion project and is also holding a golf event next month.
Women and Men Shop Different
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and his wife, "The Big Hair" discuss the differences in shopping.
This Day in History
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you "The Words of Wisdom" as well as everything that has happened on July 27.
Generational Clothing Trends
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about some of the generational clothing trends.
7.27.26 Mike Open
July 27th, 2026 12:00am
Time to start off a new week with "The Morning Wake-Up".
Groovy News
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your week with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
US on track to have historically low number of homicides in 2026, report says.
Chris Swope
Lansing City Clerk
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Early in-person voting for the August primary elections states this weekend.
Kelly Walgamott
Travel Michigan
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Kelly talks with Mike about everything going on around the state.
Dr. Tim Nash
Economist of Northwood University
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Reaction to President Trump's new tariff threat against Canada.
Bob Schneider
Senior Research Associate of state affairs for the Citizens Research Council of Michigan
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
New report from the CRC states that hundreds of thousands of dollars are in the red in recently - approved state budget.
Andy Kilpatrick
Lansing Public Services Director
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Lansing getting 1.2 million in federal grant money for safety and infrastructure improvement planning for the I-96 / Pennsylvania Ave / Cedar St area.
This Day in History
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you some "Words of Wisdom" and everything that has happened in history on July 24.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
New Fox News Poll - President Trump on Iran and Immigration.
Mike Open
July 24th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Friday.
Groovy News
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Thursday with some Groovy News.
Erik Altman
Mayor of East Lansing
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
A recap of Tuesday night's city council meeting and the board's votes on two big development projects and the Safety Sticks.
Jen Ewing
Howell Nature Center
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Jen speaks with Mike about Fundraising for the Nature Center.
Sounds of nature can help with stress
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about a study that states if you sit with nature it can help relive stress.
Brian Calley
President / CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Health insurers seeking rate hikes for small businesses next year.
Amy Sherman
Behind The Mitten
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
A preview of this weekend's episode which will air Saturday morning from 8-9am on 1320 WILS.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Fox on Tech - a NY school introuduces an AI humanoid robot teacher named Sally.
Beth LeBlanc
Detroit News Reporter
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
The latest on the cancelation of a US-Canada joint ribbon-cutting for the opening of the Gordie Howe international bridge.
This Day in History
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Mike brings you "The Words of Wisdom" and everything that has happened on July 23.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
world Cup final smashes US TV records on both Fox and Telemundo.
Mike Open
July 23rd, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Thursday.
Patrick Anderson
Anderson Economic Group
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Patrick about the effect of the Canadian wildfires on the economy.
Mike Wayland
CNBC Automotive
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike Wayland joins the show to discuss the current state of Automotive sales.
Groovy News
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your day with some Groovy news.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Grid operator in US Central states warns of potential rolling blackouts.
Javier Perez
Weekly Legal
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Javier speaks with Mike about "Work Snitches" and can you sue them for effecting your career growth.
Rich Herl
News Director for WILS
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike catches up with Rich about his mini-vacation.
Dan Gilbertson
Potterville School Superintendent
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Therapy dogs in schools.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed- what are formed - what are some hurricane / tropical storm safety tips?
This Day in History
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you your "Words of Wisdom" and everything that has happened on July 22.
Mike talks his favorite cartoon... Johnny Quest!
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about his favorite cartoon ever "Johnny Quest".
Mike Open
July 22nd, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for a Wednesday.
Groovy News
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Tuesday with some Groovy News.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Can we eat salad now? Jeff Monosso discusses it.
the LumberJack World Championships?
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about the LumberJack World Championship happening now.
Min. Kay Brundidge
Author
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Author and Minister Kay Brundidge (and Producer Whip's Mom) comes on to discuss her book "Destined for Greatness: Nine Keys to Suit Up for the Journey".
Do you have "Text-Thumb"?
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about "Text-thumb". yes it's a real thing.
Representative Gina Johnson
State Representative
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Rep. Gina Johnson talks about protecting your child's medical records.
Eben Brown
FOX News Radio
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Eben talks about the 15th anniversary of the Space Shuttle- Atlantis.
Dr. John Braccio
Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Dr. John talks about Life Transitions.
This Day in History
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike gives you his "Words of Wisdom" as well as everything that has happened in history on July 21.
Football is America's game?
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip talk about a new study that says American Football is the most watched sport in the nation.
Mike Open
July 21st, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for a Tuesday.
Groovy News
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your Monday with some Groovy News.
Adrienne Woodland
AAA Michigan
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Adrienne talk about the current gas prices around the state.
Matt Rosen
AI Expert
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike speaks with Matt about people using AI to write their resumes and how it effects the hiring process.
Kyle Melinn
MIRS News
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks with Kyle about candidate fundraising.
Andy Schor
Mayor of Lansing
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mayor Schor updates us on what's going on in Lansing.
Jonathan Savage
FOX News Radio
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
World Cup talk.
Have you ever rented out your swimming pool?
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about a new trend of people renting our their swimming ppol.
Dennis Lennox
Michigan Republican Strategist
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike speaks with Dennis about Mike Cox getting out of the gubernatorial race.
This Day in History
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike talks about everything that has happened on July 20.
Babies were switched at birth...40 years ago!
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike and Producer Whip discuss two babies that were swtiched at birth over 40 years ago.
Mike Open
July 20th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Monday.
Groovy News
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes out your week with some Groovy News.
Clayton Cummins
Emergency Management and Homeland Security Spokesman for Michigan State Police
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
New hazmat training center opening in Lansing this week.
Kim Coleman
Former Lansing Human Resources and Community Services Director
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
Kim is leading a "Nova Housing Initiative" project as part of a partnership between the city of Lansing and the Detroit Rescue Mission.
Connie O'Malley
U of M Health Regional Chief Operating Officer
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
The U of M board of regents approving plans for a new ambulatory center, along with major renovations and additions, for the Sparrow-Clinton Hospital in St Johns.
Dr. Tim Nash
Northwood University Economics Professor
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
His new book titled, "Books and the Founding Fathers and their influence on America Today" has been released.
Tonya J. Powers
FOX News Radio
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
President Trump address the nation.
John Sellek
Spokesman for Protect MI Free Speech
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
Petition challenge filed against "Michiganders for Money Out of Politics" over signatures.
This Day in history
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
As always Mike has "The Words of Wisdom" as well as everything that has happened in history on July 17.
Jeff Monosso
FOX News Radio
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
World Cup final is Sunday - how do they provide security for the biggest event in the world?
Mike Open
July 17th, 2026 12:00am
Mike wakes you up for Friday and starts your day!!
Mike Austin
July 16th, 2026 12:00am
Mike closes the show for Thursday, July 16 with Groovy News.
Gunnar Nyblad
Owner - New Leaf Orchards
July 16th, 2026 12:00am
Gunnar provides an update on Michigan's cherry crop.
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