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On today's podcast, we talk to thriller novelist Josh Malerman about his new book, "Incidents Around the House." The story follows eight-year-old Bela, who can see a spirit she calls "Other Mommy" disrupting her home.

Today, why Republicans are changing their plan, encouraging voters to cast ballots absentee this year. Also, students and staff at Concordia University in Ann Arbor face major cutbacks, and an uncertain future for degree programs. Plus, a conversation with bestselling horror writer Josh Malerman, author of Bird Box. His new book is all about a young girl with an imaginary friend… one her parents quickly learn to dread.

Today, why the University of Michigan settled civil rights complaints with the Department of Education, and what this means for campus protests. Then, a discussion with a Michigan author about his new horror novella set up north. Also, sumo wrestling gaining interest in Grand Rapids. And we sit down with the producers and star of a Michigan-made film charting cultural ties between the Mitten and Ukraine.

Details on police breaking up the encampment at University of Michigan, a love connection via Lake Michigan, and a Michigan author's latest murder mystery.

Thoughts on the president's weekend visit to Detroit, and Detroit’s new population stats. Schools observe more cannabis access among young people since recreational use was legalized. And novelist Debra Payne brings us a story of connection and renewal set in Northern Michigan.

Ford recalling a recall that was supposed fix air bag problems, a historical fiction novel set in Detroit and Alabama, how a Michigander invented kitty litter, and touring the Capitol restoration work in Lansing.

More flooding expected in Michigan as climate continues to warm, a new book centered in Detroit's former Chinatown, accessing resources for tribal businesses, and then Michigan voices from this past weekend's Middle East peace rallies.

The latest on the United Auto Workers contract negotiations as the strike continues into week two. A Lansing-set novel explores the crossroads of technology, female empowerment and murder. A Flint community book club's selection and a rabbi's advice on caring for the elderly.

On today's show, we heard more about library book disputes and explored the great lakes' mussel issue. Plus, more on Michigan's paw paw fruit and a new book by a local author.

A petition challenger explained why he believes forged signatures and other errors should disqualify several GOP gubernatorial candidates from the August primary. Then we took a look at the history and legacy of the Grange in Michigan. And a new children's book author explained why West Michigan is so inspirational.