Stateside: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Stateside: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Today on Stateside, the man behind the effort to bring the World Cup to Michigan in 1994 has a new book chronicling the story. Next, how a Michigan inmate escaped the Jackson State Prison via helicopter. Then, we revisit a story on the history of Mackinac Island.

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.