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February 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the TSA reversing it's decision to suspend PreCheck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 23, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, federal criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor discusses the fall out from Friday's Supreme Court decision on tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ SCOTUS strikes down Trump's tariffs. Trump could make decision on Iran in 10-15 days. New legislation introduced to make housing more affordable. Trump vows to release files on aliens and UFOs. US Women's Hockey wins gold. Riger Reviews it and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews it breaks down How to Make a Killing in theaters and Being Gordon Ramsey on Netflix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ Blaine Fowler, co-host of “Blaine and Lauren” mornings on 963 WDVD and “Hockey Talk” with Chris Renwick on the Blaine D Fowler and 963 WDVD Facebook pages discusses Team USA Women's Hockey winning the gold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ Joe Aragona State Representative R-Central Macomb County discusses his legislation to make housing more affordable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran discusses Iran watch and Board of Peace Meeting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, CEO of Anderson Economic Group discusses the Supreme Court decision on Trump's tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Former Prince Andrew arrested. DOJ investigating 3 Michigan school districts. Mark Zuckerberg takes stand in social media addiction trail. More skiers found dead after avalanche in Lake Tahoe. Rod Wood retiring as President and CEO of the Lions and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of “SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino” weeknights at 6 on WJR discusses Rod Wood retiring as Lions President and CEO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the missing skiers found dead after a Lake Tahoe avalanche. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Diane Charles, President and CEO of Furniture Bank of Metro Detroit talks about how people can help them help people in need. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Tonya J Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Mark Zuckerberg's testimony in landmark social media addiction trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 19, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of “The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political Divide” by Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson With Lynne Golodner discusses the arrest of former Prince Andrew and the DOJ investigating 3 Michigan school districts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb. 19, 2026 ~ UMCU’s Ann Arbor headquarters turned into a lively courtside set as Sports Wrap hosted President and CEO Tiffany Ford during a special visit from the top‑ranked Michigan Wolverines. Ford discussed the event’s community impact, UMCU’s partnerships, and the role her team plays in bringing people together. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Sherrone Moore's legal team scores early victory. Stephen Colbert says CBS spiked one of his interviews. 9 skiers missing after avalanche. Gardner White opening 9 new stores. Live check in from the Olympics. Celebrating Black History Month and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Lance Wheeler, Vice President of Learning and Engagement, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History discusses the life and legacy of Jesse Jackson and talks about what The Wright has going on for black history month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Christine Brennan, Sports Columnist USA Today checks in from Italy while covering the Olympics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Rachel Stewart, CEO of Gardner White discusses the opening of 9 new stores. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Dr. Solomon Cogan, Medical Director & Founder, The Nerve Disc Institute discusses the skiers who went missing in an avalanche near Lake Tahoe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Matt Friedman, Co-Founder of Tanner Friedman Strategic Communication discusses Stephen Colbert saying CBS killed one of his interviews under threat from the FCC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" on WJR discusses Sherrone Moore being granted an evidentiary hearing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Reverend Jess Jackson passes away. US and Iran hold another round of nuclear talks. A number of long term road projects are set to start. ICE confirms plans for a detention center in Romulus. 3 dead and 3 wounded in shooting at Rhode Island high school hockey game. Democrats introduce bill to stop President Trump from blocking the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, D-6th District discusses the passing of Jesse Jackson and her bill to stop President Trump from blocking the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses a mass shooting at a high school hockey game in Rhode Island that left 3 dead and 3 injured. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Kirk Pinho, Senior Commercial Real Estate Reporter for Crain's Detroit Business discusses plans for an ICE detention facility in Romulus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Diane Cross, Spokesperson for the Michigan Department of Transportation gives us a heads up on some major long term road projects coming up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt Colonel in the US Army discusses the newest round of Iranian nuclear talks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 17, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News gives her thoughts on the passing of Jesse Jackson and her column "The Guthrie Search Shows What's Possible. Can We Make it the Standard?" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Marco Rubio lays out Trump administration's foreign policy agenda. Aric Nesbitt weighs in on Whitmer's latest budget and calls for federal investigation of state run non profits. Colorectal cancer has become the number one killer of people under 50. President Trump threatens to sign executive order on voter ID. Government is partially shut down again. Possible DNA match on glove found near Nancy Guthrie's home and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit office talks about the latest in the search for Nancy Guthrie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Bill Ballenger, Editor of the Ballenger Report discusses President Trump floating an executive order on voter ID and the newest government shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Dr. Sumit Singla, MD, Senior Staff, Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy. Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Henry Ford Health discusses the spike in colorectal cancer deaths in people under 50 after James Van Der Beek dies at 48. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Aric Nesbitt, Michigan's Senate Minority Leader and Republican Gubernatorial Candidate gives his thoughts on Whitmer's budget and discusses his call for a federal audit of state non profit programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 16, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Marco Rubio's speech in Munich. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Are we closer to a funding deal? President Trump repeals greenhouse gas findings. ICE pulling out of Minnesota. Latest on search for Nancy Guthrie. Members of Congress demand DOJ stop tracking their Epstein files searches. Valentines Day scams to look out for and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews it takes a look at Crime 101 and Soul Power The Legend of the American Basketball Association. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Pete Lucido, Macomb County Prosecutor discusses some Valentines Day scams to look out for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses members of congress demanding DOJ stop tracking their searches of the Epstein files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Cheryl Turski and Dani Cochrane are both playing Heidi in "What the Constitution Means to Me" playing at Meadowbrook Theatre until March 8th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses ICE pulling out of Minnesota and the latest in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest on shutdown talks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Pam Bondi testifies in contentious hearing on Epstein files. Whitmer reveals her final budget. Two black gloves found near Nancy Guthrie's home. Save Act passes the House, Canadian tariffs do not. Another shutdown deadline looms. Why was El Paso airspace closed and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Jeff Monosso, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor gives us the latest on what happened with El Paso's airspace. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Congressman Tim Walberg, R-5th district discusses votes on the SAVE Act, Canadian tariffs and another looming shutdown deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses new potential evidence found in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Ann Bollin, State Representative R-49th district discusses Governor's Whitmer's budget and her testimony on election integrity in front of Congress earlier this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC Host of “Behind the Bench” with Todd Flood on WJR discusses yesterday's hearing with Pam Bondi and Oxford Center CEO and workers to face trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 11, 2026 ~ Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testifies on Epstein. Grand Jury does not indict Slotkin. Latest on Trump's standoff with the Gordie Howe Bridge. Mass shooting in Canada. Latest on Nancy Guthrie case. Justin Verlander returns just in time for pitchers and catchers reporting and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 11, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" discusses the return of Justin Verlander and what's next for the Tigers after leaving Fan Duel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.