18 Best Michigan News Podcasts

1. Daily Detroit

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What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit! We have conversations that push Detroit forward and share local stories about restaurants, business, development, local government, policy, technology, things to do, transit and more. All in about 22 minutes a day.more Hosts Randy Walker, Fletcher Sharpe, Jer Staes, Devon OReilly, Shianne Nocerini, Norris Howard
Producer/Network Daily Detroit
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Detroit, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Robin Runyan, Mark Nickita
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 185Facebook 76.7KTwitter 5.3KInstagram 20.4K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. 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/podfundmore Host April Baer
Producer/Network Michigan Public
Email ****@umich.edu
Location Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Steve Stamenkovich, Steven Clark +1 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 166Facebook 65.2KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 30.5K Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

3. Michigan's Big Show

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Michael Patrick Shiels' personality-based, news making show covers state, national and international politics in a non-partisan manner. Michael Patrick skillfully mixes politics, which he affectionately refers to 'as the family business' with news, business, sports and lifestyle topics you're interested in, keeping listeners informed as well as entertained. His inquisitive personality leads to asking newsmakers relevant questions - pointed, but with respect - and recognizes that listening is the most important quality of a good interviewer...more Host Michael Patrick Shiels
Email ****@spotlightmmp.com
Location East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 22Facebook 2.7KTwitter 7.1KInstagram 339 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. It's Just Politics

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Politics can be messy. Politics can be confusing. But, that certainly doesn't mean politics can't be a joy-ride. Join It's Just Politics hosts Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta as they drill down on what's happening in Michigan politics.more Hosts Zoe Clark, Rick Pluta
Producer/Network Michigan Public
Email ****@michiganradio.org
Location Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Chedrick Greene, Alabas Farhat +4 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 22Facebook 65.2KTwitter 43.4KInstagram 30.5K Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

5. Up North Lowdown

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Nine minutes of northern Michigan, every weekday, featuring in-depth reporting from the Interlochen Public Radio newsroom, conversations with reporters and local newsmakers, and more.
Producer/Network Interlochen Public Radio
Email ****@interlochen.org
Location Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 42Facebook 13.2KInstagram 2.7K Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

6. MIRS Monday Podcast

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Weekly news and analysis of Michigan politics by the professional journalists of MIRSnews.com
Host Samantha Shriber
Producer/Network MIRSnews.com
Email ****@mirsnews.com
Location East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Eli Savit, Robert Costa +24 more
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 28Facebook 2.8KTwitter 14.2K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. The Enjoyer Podcast

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Michigan news, politics and culture through the eyes of veteran reporter James Dickson.www.enjoyer.com michiganenjoyer.substack.com
Producer/Network Michigan Enjoyer
Email ****@substack.com
Location Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 23 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. MichMash Politics

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Unjumble Michigan politics with MichMash. Each week, Cheyna Roth, Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasben interview lawmakers and politicos, and unpack the statewide issues that affect you. MichMash is produced by WDET Detroit Public Radio in collaboration with Gongwer News Service. Part of the NPR Network.more Hosts Cheyna Roth, Zach Gorchow, Alethia Kasben
Producer/Network WDET FM
Email ****@wdet.org
Location Detroit, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Jonathan Oosting, Melissa Nann Burke +17 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 14Facebook 39.2KTwitter 31.2KInstagram 25.1K Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Political Insider

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The Detroit News politics team talks Michigan politics and with political newsmakers on a semi-regular basis. Featuring politics Editor Chad Livengood, Lansing Bureau reporters Craig Mauger and Beth LeBlanc, and Washington correspondents Melissa Nann Burke and Grant Schwab.more Producer/Network Chad Livengood
Email ****@detroitnews.com
Location Detroit, Michigan, United States
Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. Michigan News from MLive

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A weekly roundup of the top Michigan headlines from MLive.
Host Patrick Shea
Producer/Network Michigan News from MLive
Email ****@mlive.com
Location Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 3.9/5Apple Reviews 12Facebook 1.3MTwitter 395.3K Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. The Detroit Evening Report

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The Detroit Evening Report is a three-minute daily round-up of the news that city residents need to know. Stories focus on the concerns, problems, passions and needs of Detroiters specifically residents of color. On the weekends, we take a break from the news and spend some time with community members. Hosted by Sascha Raiyn, Jerome Vaughn, Tia Graham, Nargis Rahman, and Hernz Laguerre, Jr. Detroit Evening Report is a production of WDET, Detroit's NPR Station.more Hosts Sascha Raiyn, Jerome Vaughn, Tia Graham, Nargis Rahman, Hernz Laguerre
Producer/Network WDET
Email ****@wdet.org
Location Detroit, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8Facebook 39.2KTwitter 31.2KInstagram 25.1K Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

12. Currently with Christal Frost

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A weekly news roundup podcast featuring local Northern Michigan journalists explaining the top local stories of the week.
Host Beth Milligan
Producer/Network Christal Frost
Location Traverse City, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Austin Rowlader, Taylor Moore +8 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form

13. 9&10 News Focus Podcast

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Focus is an interview-driven, current events podcast focusing on issues and topics affecting northern Michigan. Hosted by veteran 9&10 News anchor Kevin Essebaggers, Focus features conversations with business, community and political leaders.You can listen to our other 9&10 News podcasts here.Unsolved: https://soundcloud.com/unsolved-9-and-10-newsWe're Offscript with Lauren Scafidi: https://soundcloud.com/lauren-scafidi-830696323The One Up XP Show: https://soundcloud.com/one-up-xp-showFor the Community, by the Community: https://soundcloud.com/for-the-communityWeather On The Go: https://soun..more Host Kevin Essebaggers
Producer/Network 9&10 News Focus Podcast
Email ****@9and10news.com
Location Cadillac, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 271.3KTwitter 51.4KInstagram 40.3K Get Email Contact

14. Between the Lakes

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Between the Lakes is WCMU Public Media's weekly news podcast, bringing you the stories shaping central and northern Michigan—clearly, thoughtfully, and in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Tina Sawyer, each episode offers trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more. Plus, a light trivia segment to keep you curious without adding to the noise.more Producer/Network WCMU Public Media
Email ****@cmich.edu
Location Mount Pleasant, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 9.8KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

15. Focus West Michigan

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Focus West Michigan is a daily news podcast from WGVU presenting local news, as well as features on community organizations, events, and more.
Producer/Network WGVU Public Radio
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

16. IPR Daily Headlines

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A brief newscast summarizing the top stories from Interlochen Public Radio and public radio stations around Michigan. Updated by noon every Monday through Friday.
Producer/Network Interlochen Public Radio
Email ****@interlochen.org
Location Michigan, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 13.2KInstagram 2.7K Avg Length 4 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

17. East Lansing Insider, brought to you by ELi on Impact 89FM

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A weekly show from the folks at East Lansing Info breaking down all the news and happenings in East Lansing, Michigan.
Producer/Network East Lansing Info
Location East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. Podcast 83

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Podcast 83 is a regular look at the news, stories and trends related to Michigan's 83 counties from Keweenaw to Monroe, Chippewa to Berrien.
Producer/Network Derek
Email ****@micounties.org
Location Lansing, Michigan, United States
Recent Guests Deena Bosworth, Samantha Gibson +6 more
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