Michigan Moments
by Michael B Hardy
Michigan Moments is your passport to the people, places, and turning-point events that shaped the Great Lakes State. Hosted by Michigan writer and historian Michael Hardy, each bite-sized episode blends vivid storytelling, archival research, and evocative sound design to bring Michigan’s hidden past to life—from copper-boom boomtowns and vanished Great Lakes steamers to civil-rights flashpoints and small-town legends that still echo today. Whether you grew up on the Sunrise Coast, vacation “up north,” or simply love a good story well told, you’ll find something to marvel at in every 10-minute journey. New episodes drop weekly and include: Narratives inspired by rare photo postcards, newspaper clippings, and oral histories. The “Bite-Size Michigan History” reel, a quick-hit recap perfect for your coffee break. Hit Follow to join tens of thousands of curious listeners exploring the rich tapestry of Michigan history—one moment at a time. Have a top
Episodes
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Akron Michigan History: Coal, Rails, and Community in the Early 1900s
Step back into the early 1900s with Coal, Rails, and Community: Akron Michigan History. This 3-minute historical feature brings rare postcard images to life, showing the coal mines, railroads, parades, and Main Street scenes that shaped this Tuscola County town. Learn how Akron’s coal industry...
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Adrian’s Turn-of-the-Century Story
Step back into early 20th-century Adrian, Michigan, through rare postcard images and a compelling historical narrative. This videocast reveals eight moments that shaped the “Maple City,” from the bustling streets of Main Street to the quiet halls of Adrian College. See how the 1912 Lion Motor…
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About this show
Michigan Moments is your passport to the people, places, and turning-point events that shaped the Great Lakes State. Hosted by Michigan writer and historian Michael Hardy, each bite-sized episode blends vivid storytelling, archival research, and evocative sound design to bring Michigan’s hidden past to life—from copper-boom boomtowns and vanished Great Lakes steamers to civil-rights flashpoints and small-town legends that still echo today.
Whether you grew up on the Sunrise Coast, vacation “up north,” or simply love a good story well told, you’ll find something to marvel at in every 10-minute journey. New episodes drop weekly and include:
Narratives inspired by rare photo postcards, newspaper clippings, and oral histories.
The “Bite-Size Michigan History” reel, a quick-hit recap perfect for your coffee break.
Hit Follow to join tens of thousands of curious listeners exploring the rich tapestry of Michigan history—one moment at a time. Have a top
Hosted by
Michael B Hardy