Tuesday, December 30
National Writers' Series: Rick Atkinson
Three-time Pulitzer Prize winning author Rick Atkinson discusses the latest addition to his Revolution Trilogy, an historical series on the American Revolution. The Fate of the Day is the second book in the trilogy and he joins Doug Stanton to talk about it at the City Opera House in Traverse City. (3 p.m. and 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, December 31
Remembering Susan Stamberg
As 2025 draws to a close, we remember the incomparable Susan Stamberg, one of NPR's "founding mothers," who died in October. Colleagues remember her as a yenta, a mentor, and a storyteller who was always tough and true to herself. (3 p.m.)
Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall
In October of 2025, we witnessed the passing of another female pioneer, legendary primatologist Jane Goodall. In this special memorial, we listen back to a 2024 conversation when the indefatigable Goodall encouraged us all to vote "like your children's lives depend on it — because they do." (8 p.m.)
2025 Remembered from the Current:
Join in honoring the life, music, and legacy of artists we lost this year with 2025 Remembered from The Current. This two-hour musical tribute is a celebration of all sounds - from indie to influential - and the perfect way for music lovers to unite in paying homage to the artists who have shaped music history.. (9 p.m.)
Thursday, January 1 (New Year's Day)
National Writers' Series: Antoni Porowski
Antoni Porowski is a food and wine expert and star of the Netflix series Queer Eye. He’s also written two cookbooks: Antoni in the Kitchen and Antoni— Let's Do Dinner. In this National Writers' Series special, he speaks with food and culture book author and editor Matt Rodbard, at the City Opera House in Traverse City (3 p.m. and 8 p.m.)
Friday, January 2
National Writers' Series: Carl Hiaasen
Carl Hiaasen is known for his humorous crime thrillers set in his home state of Florida, including Bad Monkey, Razor Girl, and Squeeze Me. In this Writers' Series conversation, he discusses his latest novel, Fever Beach, at the City Opera House in Traverse City. (3 p.m. and 8 p.m.)
