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On Hand

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Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.

To share a story or submit your questions, head to michiganpublic.org/onhand

If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

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Episodios
  • Your Stories: Debating pot with my GOP congressman

    Your Stories: Debating pot with my GOP congressman
    Feb 27 2026

    West Michiganders Kate Lynnes once ran as a Democratic candidate for Congress against GOP incumbent Rep. Vern Ehlers, in an era when the district was deep red. Lynnes and Ehlers had a fine and cordial repertoire, but during a debate their distinct positions on whether medical marijuana should be legal made their political differences glaringly obvious.

    GUEST ON THIS EPISODE:

    Kate Lynnes, west Michigan resident and former Democratic candidate for Congress

    Want to submit a question to On Hand or a story about Michigan's political history? Do it here:

    • Online Submission Form
    • Call us: 734-764-7840
    • Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

    If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    8 m
  • Is Jackson the birthplace of the Republican Party?

    Is Jackson the birthplace of the Republican Party?
    Feb 20 2026

    "Under the oaks" of Jackson, Michigan, is a birthplace of the Republican Party. But is it THE birthplace? Ripon, Wisconsin, lays claim to the founding of the political party started by abolitionists. But the Jackson Historical Society has the receipts in favor of our Michigan community.

    GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE:

    Maurice Imhoff, president, Jackson Historical Society

    Linda Hass, author and vice president, Jackson Historical Society

    Want to submit a question to On Hand or a story about Michigan's political history? Do it here:

    • Online Submission Form
    • Call us: 734-764-7840
    • Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

    If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    25 m
  • You Stories: A backyard bird buffet

    You Stories: A backyard bird buffet
    Feb 13 2026

    We recently dug into how the robin become Michigan's state bird, and why it hasn't changed in nearly 100 years. Today, we reveal the result of our state bird poll, and hear from a listener who witnessed the circle of life unfold among the bird gathering at her neighbor's backyard pond.

    GUESTS:

    • Tracey Walker, West Michigander

    Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here:

    • Online Submission Form
    • Call us: 734-764-7840
    • Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

    If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    10 m
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