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Colombian singer Carlos Vives performs with his big band, showcasing songs from "El Ultimo Disco" along with a career-spanning collection of beloved hits.
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, new episodes drop each Saturday morning, offering trusted local reporting and essential context on public policy, the environment, the courts, and more.
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Brooks and Capehart on Trump calling war 'small potatoes'
Brooks and Capehart on Trump calling Iran war 'small potatoes'
Pablo Torre on financial questions surrounding Dodgers owner
Pablo Torre breaks down financial questions surrounding Dodgers owner Mark Walter
Job market resilient in face of global pressures, inflation
Why the U.S. job market remains resilient in face of global pressures and inflation
What's next for Lindsay Clancy after murder case mistrial
What's next for Lindsay Clancy after a mistrial in her murder case
91-year-old is oldest to hike entire Appalachian Trail
91-year-old 'Grey Beard' is oldest person to hike entire Appalachian Trail
What to know about Trump's effort to restrict mail ballots
How Trump's attempt to restrict mail ballots is being challenged in court
Retired general calls Trump's proposed arch a 'sacrilege'
Retired general calls Trump's proposed arch near Arlington a 'sacrilege'
News Wrap: Trump asks court to lift mail ballot order block
News Wrap: Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on mail ballot order
Gloria Steinem and her trailblazing fight for women’s rights
Remembering Gloria Steinem and her trailblazing fight for women’s rights
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Juke Joint - August 30, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on December 2, 2018. Robert Barclay, played tunes by artists known for their nicknames such as the Texas Nightingale, Curly, Furry and Cleanhead, a couple of professors, a few doctors, Cow Cow and Bumble Bee, the Black Ace, the Blues Boss, the Chief, Bon Ton, a Papa and a Mama and others known by their instrument: guitar, harmonica and piano.
Destination Out - August 30, 2026
On this week's episode of Destination Out, Mike Johnston celebrates various jazz musicians birthdays from the past week including; Charley Parker, Alice Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Malachi Favors, Lester Young, and Sonny Sharrock.
Homespun - August 29, 2026
…Homespun this week celebrates the life of singer, songwriter, actress, entertainer Dolly Parton . We’ll spin tracks from Dolly as well as others who recorded her songs: The Lynn Morris Band, Linda Ronstadt, Mindy Smith , The Trio, and much more.
Destination Out - August 23, 2026
Mike Johnston features some obscure recordings on the ESP record label released in the 1960's by artists such as Gunter Hampel, Burton Greene, James Zitro, and SHQ.
Juke Joint - August 23, 2026
This week on The Juke Joint is one of The Duke's Favorites, originally aired on February 25, 2018. Robert Barclay featured a variety of recordings dealing with the telephone including work by Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Fenton Robinson, Wilson Pickett and Robert Cray. He also played CDs by John Mayall, Nick Moss & Dennis Gruenling.
Homespun - August 22, 2026
…This week on Homespun we bid a melancholy happy trail to singer, songwriter, guitarist Pat Enright who passed away recently. We’ll celebrate his music with the Nashville Bluegrass Band, The Dreadful Snakes, and Tasty Licks. We’ll also look back at Shawn Colvin and Levon Helm’s debut albums.
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Pressing Matters | MDOC Staffing Crisis, Housing Shortage & Bay City Infrastructure Challenges
We examine the staffing crisis Michigan's prison system is facing the housing shortage and more.
Contamination causes Bay City to move homeless encampment
Officials found high levels of toxic metals near Bay City's Liberty Bridge. The city is trying to rehome more than 10 people who have been living there.
Michigan gas prices near record highs ahead of Labor Day weekend
Mid-Michigan motorists face higher fuel costs as geopolitical tensions keep pressure on oil markets.
MLive to end print production of eight Michigan newspapers
MLive Media Group will transition to an entirely digital operation in December, which the company says is in response to audience trends.
Police warn against misinformation spreading after injury at Michigan festival
Social media has blown up with opinions and speculation after a 37-year-old Black man was severely injured during a music festival in northern Michigan.
Moolenaar hopeful for US-Canada trade deal, opposes Trump’s renaming of Lake Ontario
U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Caledonia, told constituents he is hoping for an end to the trade war between the United States and Canada during a telephone town hall on Tuesday.
Holtec begins refueling Palisades' nuclear reactor
The plant's owners, Holtec International, began the process on Monday. This comes as Holtec seeks to restart it early next year.
Michigan health official: No changes to vaccine schedules despite federal suggestions
The Trump administration is suggesting a change in childhood vaccines, but local officials say no changes have been made.
MSU irrigation is working to help farmers conserve water, save money
Rainfall has become less reliable in recent years and many farmers have started to rely on irrigation to water their crops.
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