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Stateside
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Stateside covers what you need (and want) to know about Michigan. You hear stories from people across the state—from policymakers in Lansing, to entrepreneurs in Detroit, to artists in Grand Rapids. Tune in every day for in-depth conversations that matter to Michigan. Stateside is hosted by April Baer.

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  • Today, we catch up with Michigan Public's Zena Issa about what's happening at ArabCon in Dearborn. Then, we discuss the recent college free speech rankings released by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Later, we listen in on an interview by Michigan Public's Tyler Scott about name, image, and likeness, as well as an Interlochen Public Radio feature about a news outlet's return as a non-profit.
  • Today, we talk about the new Wayne County jail and the problems with the new site. Then, we hear why certain used EV owners are having a difficult time claiming the credit from the IRS. Later, the nuance in the battle of small Michigan towns and rural areas against renewable energy. Plus, the barriers faced by sickle cell anemia patients just looking to get basic care and pain management.
  • Today, Michigan’s schools are still heavily relying on seclusion and restraint, but one school district is looking to change that. Then, we get a look into the making of a documentary on lesbian folksinger Phranc's career and their groundbreaking presence in queer culture.
  • Today, a conversation about schools' role in implementing firearm safety laws in Michigan. Then, how stress and loneliness affect new parents. And, remembering actor James Earl Jones—and the impact he left on his hometown in Northern Michigan.
  • Today, the role that independent Michigan voters play in presidential elections. Also, how an independent bookstore in Flint is campaigning to keep its doors open. Plus, a rundown on the weekend's sporting news from Michigan.
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