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First, we heard more about reports that Michigan is sharing voter roll information with the Department of Justice. Then, we learned about the Music House Museum and how federal cuts threaten its survival. Also, a participating artist spoke with us about a Grand Rapids ArtPrize exhibition. Plus, we dove into the history of the word "Michigander" with Michigan Public's new podcast, On Hand. Have any burning questions about the things that make Michigan, Michigan? Submit them to the pod here!

Are people from Michigan called Michiganders or Michiganians? Discover the history and timeline behind how politics played a part in the state's nickname.

We looked at the Michigan impact of cuts at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Then, singer-songwriter May Erlewine gave us insights on her latest album. And, a professor's new book argues that business schools are failing to prepare their students for the future.

Today, we talk to Jason Singer, better known as Michigander, about the inspiration behind his upcoming debut album.

In today's episode, what executive orders from Trump might affect Michigan most. Then, ways to make Dry January more engaging. Additionally, we cover a protest in Grand Rapids against President Trump's deportation plans. Finally, the director of the Michigan Immigrant Rights Coalition joined us for a discussion about Trump’s new actions affecting undocumented individuals in the U.S.

Today, the climate of election disinformation about immigrants, and how people in different Michigan communities actually feel about immigrants. Also, helping Native voters get ready for elections — and getting Michigan’s election administrators ready for tribal citizens. Plus, a master of Anishinaabe Black Ash basketry talks about the people and stories that feed and inform her work.

As Medicaid unwinds, Michiganders are having issues completing renewal forms.

If you live in Michigan, you’ve probably heard the debate over what we should call people who live here. For the most part, it’s a battle between…

The debate over what we, as residents of Michigan, are officially called may soon be over. Headed to Governor Snyder's desk is a package of recently…

We live in a complex world of technology, of instant communication with just about any spot in the world.So it is all too easy for us to lose track of our…