Stateside: Monday, June 22, 2026

Stateside: Monday, June 22, 2026

The Michigan Shakespeare Festival makes a comeback after federal funding cuts. Then, how Vernors, Michigan’s oldest pop brand, celebrated its 160th birthday. Plus, how to make sense of a confusing campaign ad against gubernatorial candidate John James. Also, new installments of Mornings in Michigan and On Hand.

Stateside: Thursday, June 18, 2026

Ahead of Juneteenth, we spoke with the director of an organization working to create generational land ownership for Black farmers in Detroit. Also on the show, an author stopped by to discuss her debut cookbook, which delves into Central Asian food culture, while also exploring memories and migration along the way.

Stateside: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

A look at the Iran deal's political implications for Michigan's congressional members. Plus, a conversation about how recent departures at Michigan State University are causing frustration with a big name on campus. And, on It's Just Politics, an update on the state budget.

Stateside: Tuesday, June 16, 2026

A conversation about why Michigan swamplands are disappearing and what that means for our state's environment. Also, a Detroit poet shared her summer memories on Boblo Island.

Stateside: Monday, June 15, 2026

A look into how Michigan, home to the largest Iraqi-American population in the United States, is celebrating Iraq qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 40 years. Plus, the storytelling series Twisted Storytellers has an upcoming event all about Black summer experiences. And, the latest episode of On Hand explores that age old Michigan question: why are the roads here SO bad?