
On Hand
Every Friday
Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.
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Pop has long been the accepted Midwesternism for a sweet carbonated beverage. But could that be changing? On Hand digs into the history of the pop vs. soda debate—and Michigan's linguistic preferences today.
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A listener tells a story of a tumble down Sleeping Bear.
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Gubernatorial beef over "Michigander" vs. "Michiganian".
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What goes into a rescue at the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and how to not need one yourself.
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Are people from Michigan called Michiganders or Michiganians? Discover the history and timeline behind how politics played a part in the state's nickname.
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A new podcast from Michigan Public answers listener questions about the weird and wonderful things that make our state unique! New episodes every Friday, starting Sept. 5!
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