The Mackinac On Michigan Show
by Cumulus Media Detroit
The Mackinac On Michigan Show is a policy-focused show bringing in guests to talk about the latest on what’s happening in Lansing and Washington D.C. Co-hosts Kelly Cobb and Jarrett Skorup will dig deeper than the headlines to keep you informed, with a focus on Michigan’s budget, business climate, environment, education system and what’s happening in the courts. Guests will be current political candidates, college professors and public policy experts. Tune in to hear the latest on politics and public policy here in the Great Lakes State.
Episodes
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Michael Warren ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Judge Michael Warren, an Oakland County Circuit Court judge and candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court, joins the show to discuss concerns about judicial activism, recent rulings from the state’s high court, and why he believes experience and judicial restraint are critical as...
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Thomas Savidge ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Thomas Savidge of the American Institute for Economic Research joins the show to discuss the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute, how tariffs are affecting Michigan’s economy and manufacturing sector, and why stronger North American trade relationships could be key to economic…
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Michael Van Beek ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Michael Van Beek of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss Michigan’s controversial Proposal 2 (Mop Up Michigan), explaining how the ballot measure could expand campaign finance regulations, create new reporting requirements for nonprofits and advocacy groups, and raise...
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Isabel Lohman ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 24, 2026 ~ Isabel Lohman of Bridge Michigan joins the show to break down Michigan’s latest M-STEP results, where reading scores have fallen to their lowest levels in more than a decade. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Kim Kozlowski ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Aug. 27, 2026 ~ Bridge Michigan reporter Kim Kozlowski joins the show to discuss concerns how university boards will meet behind closed doors despite the schools receiving funding from taxes. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jim Runestad ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Aug. 27, 2026 ~ State Sen. Jim Runestad joins the show to discuss guidelines he would like to impose on Flock cameras. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Steve Dilley ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Aug. 27, 2026 ~ The city of Gladwin in Michigan put a provision in its city administrator's employment contract that allegedly restricts what officials can say if they're considered damaging to the administrator of the town. Steve Dilley, the senior attorney on the case, joins the show to discuss...
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David Stevenson ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Aug. 27, 2026 ~ Michigan residents have faced a lot of increases in their electric bills over the past number of years, with the Michigan Public Service Commission is the body that effectively announces those rate increases on all of us. David Stevenson of the Mackinac Center joins the show to...
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Kaitlyn Buss ~ Mackinac on Michigan
July 22, 2026 ~ Detroit News columnist Kaitlyn Buss discusses the alleged misuse of taxpayer funds for state-sponsored social media advertising when organic growth is already occurring. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Ann Bollin ~ Mackinac on Michigan
July 22, 2026 ~ State Rep. Ann Bollin, who chairs the House Appropriations Committee, discusses the recently proposed $75 billion Michigan budget. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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James Hohman ~ Mackinac on Michigan
July 22, 2026 ~ James Hohman, of the Mackinac Center, discusses how Michigan spent $1.8 billion in tax dollars on programs that appeared to have delivered only a small fraction of the promised jobs. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Adrian Hemond ~ Mackinac on Michigan
July 22, 2026 ~ Adrian Hemond, CEO at Grassroots Midwest, discusses how national politics and personal economic concerns overshadow local policy in Michigan’s current primary season. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Ted Bolema ~ Mackinac on Michigan
June 24 ~ Ted Bolema of the Mackinac Center discusses Michigan’s broadband rollout, noting the state and federal governments spend heavily to connect rural areas. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Tim Keller ~ Mackinac on Michigan
June 24, 2026 ~ Tim Keller from the Center for the Rights of Abused Children highlights how Child Protective Services often fails to protect children, sometimes trying to reunite children with abusive parents. He suggested policy reforms focusing on child safety, swift family placement,...
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Zach Gorchow ~ Mackinac on Michigan
June 24, 2026 ~ Zach Gorchow of MIRS discusses Michigan’s upcoming elections, focusing on the U.S. Senate race, noting the strong positions of Abdel Al-Sayyed and Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Khalil Habib ~ Mackinac on Michigan
June 24, 2026 ~ Dr. Khalil Habib of Hillsdale College discusses the upcoming 250th anniversary of America, noting a decline in national pride and trust in government. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Joel Arnold ~ Mackinac on Michigan
May 28, 2026 ~ Urban planner Joel Arnold discusses how he thinks high home prices in Michigan, which are up 54% since 2020, should be addressed when wages are up only 29%, causing an affordability crisis. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Beki San Martin ~ Mackinac on Michigan
May 28, 2026 ~ Beki San Martin discussed the issue of childcare deserts in Michigan, where many childcare facilities operate out of homes but face obstacles due to zoning laws. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Patrick Wright ~ Mackinac on Michigan
May 28, 2026 ~ Patrick Wright of the Mackinac Center discusses a legal victory by the Mackinac Center’s Legal Foundation challenging earmarks in Michigan’s state budget. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Greg Greubel ~ Mackinac on Michigan
May 28, 2026 ~ Greg Greubel of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression joins the show to discuss recent events at MSU, where the board of trustees passed a code of conduct to silence dissenting members. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Naomi Lopez ~ Mackinac on Michigan
April 22, 2026 ~ Naomi Lopez of the Mackinac Center discussed the high cost of medication and healthcare in America, focusing on drug pricing. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Paula Gardner ~ Mackinac on Michigan
April 22, 2026 ~ Paula Gardner of Bridge Michigan explains how the state spent money to create a “mega-site” for a factory that was never built, but the project involved years of secrecy, land acquisition, and demolition of a neighborhood, school, and church. for information about our collection...
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Molly Macek ~ Mackinac on Michigan
April 22, 2026 ~ Molly Macek of the Mackinac Center discusses Michigan’s education system, pointing out its low ranking in reading proficiency among states. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Rod Lockwood ~ Mackinac on Michigan
April 22, 2026 ~ Michigan developer Rod Lockwood about his idea for a special economic zone on part of Belle Isle. While he believes the area would attract global investment, the project has garnered pushback from those in the Detroit community concerned about losing public space on the island.…
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Carol Beth Litkouhi ~ Mackinac on Michigan
March 25, 2026 ~ Rochester Hills Schools board member Carol Beth Litkouhi joins the show to discuss her facing a lawsuit after the board censored her for speaking out against a county-wide tax millage. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Vince Frillici ~ Mackinac on Michigan
March 25, 2026 ~ Vince Frillici of Airbnb joins the show to discuss the regulation and taxation of short-term rentals, like those on Airbnb, in Michigan. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Evan Swarztrauber ~ Mackinac on Michigan
March 27, 2026 ~ Evan Swarztrauber of the Digital Progress Institute joined the show to discuss the rollout of $45 billion in federal funding for broadband expansion, which was authorized five years ago, with $1.5 billion allocated to Michigan. for information about our collection and use of...
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Will Rinehart ~ Mackinac on Michigan
March 25, 2026 ~ Will Rinehart, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins the show to discuss the growth of data centers, especially hyperscalers, their effects on Michigan, and concerns from local residents on power and water use. for information about our collection and use of...
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David Eggert ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Feb. 22, 2026 ~ David Eggert of Crain's Detroit Business discusses Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address, focusing on policies like housing, literacy, and healthcare, noting the bipartisan support for these issues. for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
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Joe Aragona ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Feb. 27, 2026 ~ Rep. Joe Aragona discussed Michigan’s housing crisis. He introduced nine bipartisan bills to relax zoning restrictions and make housing more affordable. The bills aim to increase housing supply and address rising prices, despite some local government opposition. for information...
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Matt Hall ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Feb. 27, 2026 ~ Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall discussed Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address, on which he agreed with her on literacy and regulatory reform but noted accountability issues and her perceived slow pace of reforms. for information about our collection and use of...
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Tim Kelly ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Feb. 27, 2026 ~ Rep. Tim Kelly spoke on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent focus on education and literacy rates, noting the irony given her past actions on the third-grade reading law. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lisa Grabert ~ Mackinac on Michigan
The 340B program allows hospitals to buy drugs at a discount, but many do not pass these savings to patients. Dr. Lisa Graebert of Marquette University discusses how hospitals use the extra revenue for investments, like stocks and bonds, and for consolidation. for information about our collection...
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Vance Ginn ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Jan. 26, 2026 ~ A White House proposal to cap credit card interest at 10% aims to address affordability problems in America. Vance Ginn of Ginn Economic Consulting shares why he thinks this price control mechanism could lead to credit shortages. for information about our collection and use of...
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Mark Tisdale ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Jan. 29, 2026 ~ State Rep. Mark Tisdale discusses his bill, which passed both the State House and Senate with bipartisan support, banning smartphones during instruction time in K-12 schools. He explains that the bill aims to address declining education outcomes and student distraction caused by...
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Dave Stevenson ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Jan. 29, 2026 ~ Michigan’s green energy mandate aims for significant renewable power use by 2035. Dave Stevenson of the Mackinac Center shares why he thinks solar and wind power are not right for Michigan, and why nuclear power is. for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
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Warren Anderson ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Dec. 22, 2025 ~ Warren Anderson from the University of Michigan Dearborn discusses the need for healthcare reform in Michigan, particularly regarding affordability and access to primary care. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Ted Bolema ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Dec. 22, 2025 ~ Four years ago, Congress authorized $45.5 billion for rural internet access, with Michigan slated to receive $1.5 billion. Ted Bolema of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss why he thinks the funds were misused. for information about our collection and use of personal…
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Donny Steele ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Dec. 22, 2025 ~ Donny Steele, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, discusses the decision to cut $645 million in work project spending, claiming many of these projects were unnecessary or politically motivated. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Kyle Melinn ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Dec. 22, 2025 ~ Kyle Melinn of MIRS News joins the show to discuss the Michigan legislature’s slow year, noting a record low number of bills passed. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Kelly House ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Nov. 28, 2025 ~ Bridge Michigan reporter Kelly House talks about Michigan facing a surge of AI data center proposals, driven by recent tax exemptions, creating economic opportunities but also local opposition. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mick McGart ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Nov. 28, 2025 ~ Mick McGart talks about his “Penny and Paws” book series to introduce children to free market principles through engaging stories. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Patrick Wright ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Nov. 28, 2025 ~ Michigan citizens will vote next November on whether to hold a constitutional convention, an event that occurs roughly every 16 years. This vote will determine if the state’s entire constitution should be reviewed, amended, or potentially rewritten by a gathering of delegates. for...
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Mike Reitz ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Nov. 28, 2025 ~ Mike Reitz of the Mackinac Center talks about why he thinks Gov. Gretchen Whitmer did not fulfill her pledge to open her office to Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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James Hohman ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Oct. 23, 2025 ~ James Hohman of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss a proposed progressive income tax in Michigan that he believes would deter high-income households, primarily business owners, leading to job loss and reduced investment in the state. for information about our collection...
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Bob Schneider ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Oct. 23, 2025 ~ The recently passed Michigan budget is being publicly presented as flat, but independent analysis reveals a there may be a significant increase in spending. Bob Schneider of the Citizens Research Council joins the show to discuss this. for information about our collection and use…
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Dave Eggert ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Oct. 23, 2025 ~ Dave Eggert of Crain's Detroit Business highlights a perceived contradiction: despite previous statements about defunding the MEDC and ongoing investigations into fund misuse, there’s renewed talk of new corporate welfare programs. for information about our collection and use of...
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Robert Lulgjuraj ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Oct. 23, 2025 ~ Former Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Robert Lulgjuraj joins the show to discuss his campaign to represent Michigan's 10th Congressional District. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mike Wilkinson ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 25, 2025 ~ Mike Wilkinson, a reporter at Bridge Michigan, joins the show to discuss negotiations over Michigan's education budget and debates over how much should be spent. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mike Reitz ~ Mackinac on Michigan
Sept. 25, 2025 ~ Mike Reitz of the Mackinac Center joins the show to discuss how House Republican leaders performed line-by-line budget reviews, seeking to reduce spending and prioritize certain programs. for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
About this show
The Mackinac On Michigan Show is a policy-focused show bringing in guests to talk about the latest on what’s happening in Lansing and Washington D.C. Co-hosts Kelly Cobb and Jarrett Skorup will dig deeper than the headlines to keep you informed, with a focus on Michigan’s budget, business climate, environment, education system and what’s happening in the courts. Guests will be current political candidates, college professors and public policy experts. Tune in to hear the latest on politics and public policy here in the Great Lakes State.
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Cumulus Media Detroit
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