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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni
WJR's Ryan Ermanni brings you the headlines and headline makers that are shaping what's next for Michigan and our world. Get the latest in local and national politics, financial and business news, reginal tourism, community events, sports, and more, all from a familiar and unique perspective that Michiganders have grown to trust.
Episodes
- JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni
JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 29, 2026
October 29, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 29, 2026 ~ WJR's Senor Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan discuss the latest Detroit Lions news! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMichigan Representative Working on Spam Call Legislation
October 29, 2026 ~ Michigan House Representative Joe Aragona joins Ryan to discuss the early making of a legislation in the state surrounding the regulation of…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHaley Stevens' Fiancé Publicly Supports Mike Rogers in Midterms
October 29, 2026 ~ Jason Turkish, managing partner of Nyman Turkish and fiancé of Haley Stevens, joins Ryan to discuss the headlines surrounding his support…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 28, 2026
October 28, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 28, 2026 ~ WJR's Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney joins Ryan to break down the latest Detroit Lions news ahead of their matchup against the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniBecome a Sponsor in the 2026 Holiday Adopt-a-Family Program!
October 28, 2026 ~ Dr. Chad Audi, president and CEO of the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, joins Ryan to discuss how people can sponsor a family this…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniInside the Campaigns Shaping the Michigan Midterm Election
October 28, 2026 ~ As Michigan takes center stage in national politics, The Michigan Chronicle’s Sam Robinson joins Ryan to talk about covering the state’s…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 27, 2026
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 27, 2026 ~ WJR's Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney joins Marie Osborne to discuss the latest Detroit Lions news! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhy is the Detroit History Museum Milage Important?
October 27, 2026 ~ Detroit Historical Society CEO Elana Rugh and CEO of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History Neil Barclay joins Marie…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMichigan Crime Rate Lowest in Seven Years
October 27, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, executive director of the Detroit Crime Commission, joins Marie Osborne to discuss new research conveying that Michigan's crime…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPentagon Strengthens Base Resilience Against Grid Failures
October 27, 2026 ~ Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor Eben Brown joins Marie Osborne to discuss the Pentagon prepping major U.S. military bases to…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniNew Poll Places Joceyln Benson Expanding Lead Over John James
October 27, 2026 ~ Founder of Glengariff Group Richard Czuba joins Marie Osborne to discuss the group's latest poll showing Jocelyn Benson expanding a lead…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniIsraelis Vote in First Nationwide Election Since Oct. 7 Attacks
October 27, 2026 ~ Israeli Communications Professor Galit Benzur joins Marie Osborne to take a closer look at the voter turnout for Israel's first nationwide…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 26, 2026
October 26, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 26, 2026 ~ WJR's Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney joins Marie Osborne to recap the Detroit Lions' 20-17 win over their rival the Green Bay Packers…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniDetroit’s First Black Mayor Poised for U.S. Capitol Honor with $1.245M Raised
October 26, 2026 ~ Khary Turner, executive director at the Coleman A. Young Foundation joins Marie Osborne to discuss Detroit’s first black Mayor receiving a…
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President Trump & Former President Trump Rally in Michigan Over the Weekend
October 26, 2026 ~ Rusty Hills, lecturer in Public Policy at Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at University of Michigan, joins Marie Osborne to recap…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe State of Michigan's Education System with Pamela Good
October 26, 2026 ~ Beyond Basics CEO and Co-Founder Pamela Good joins Marie Osborne to discuss where the cracks in Michigan's education system began, a focus…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe State of Michigan's Education System with Sharon Murphy
October 26, 2026 ~ Sharon Murphy, executive director of the Detroit Literacy Coalition, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the state of Michigan's education system…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe State of Michigan's Education System with Roslyn Taylor
October 26, 2026 ~ Roslyn Taylor, director of the Epiphany Education Center, joins Marie Osborne to continue the conversation about Michigan's faltering…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe State of Michigan's Education System with Nick Monacelli
October 26, 2026 ~ WDIV's Nick Monacelli joins Marie Osborne to discuss the state of Michigan's failing education system and what needs to be implemented to…
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A Look into the THRIVE Spotlight Fundraising Event!
October 23, 2026 ~ Camille Walker Banks, CEO of Oakland THRIVE, joins Marie Osborne to reflect on last night's annual Spotlight fundraising event! Hosted by…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 23, 2026
October 23, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Anthony Bellino!
October 23, 2026 ~ WJR's Host of Sportswrap Anthony Bellino joins Marie Osborne to preview this weekend's matchup between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniVoters Want Big Changes in the Economy - Not Investigations
October 23, 2026 ~ John Sellek, CEO and chief strategist at Harbor Strategic, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the latest poll indicating that voters are looking…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniEstranged Mother Attacks Amy Acton in New Political Ad
October 23, 2026 ~ CEO of Care House of Oakland County Blythe Tyler joins Marie Osborne to discuss the depths of childhood trauma following the latest news of…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniDid Fake Polls Collaspe Mallory McMorrow's Campaign?
October 23, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, principal of Roe Strategic, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the latest political fallout of newly discovered fake polls that…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 22, 2026
October 22, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 22, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan look ahead at this weekend's matchup between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers at…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHow Can AI Actually Help Better Our Lives?
October 22, 2026 ~ Lauren Patterson, CEO and co-founder of The Random Agency, joins Ryan to discuss how artificial intelligence can actually help us better our…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPolitical News with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell
October 22, 2026 ~ Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell joins Ryan to discuss last night's heated debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, her thoughts…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 21, 2026
October 21, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 21, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan discuss the latest Detroit Lions news of the day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHow Will Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed's Last Debate Go?
October 21, 2026 ~ Ryan Breman, former Oakland County Michigan House member, joins Ryan ahead of tonight's debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed to…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniSurviving to Thriving
October 21, 2026 ~ Frank Wilberding, clinical social worker and former board member of The Family Center, joins Ryan to preview the Surviving to Thriving event…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTim Walberg Ahead of the Midterm Election
October 21, 2026 ~ Congressman Tim Walberg joins Ryan to discuss his thoughts ahead of the highly anticipated midterm election in November. Hosted by…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 20, 2026
October 20, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 20, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan discuss the latest Detroit Lions news as they get ready for Sunday's rivalry game against…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe Midterm Election Officially Two Weeks Away
October 20, 2026 ~ Michigan Republican Gubernatorial Candidate John James joins Ryan to discuss last night's appearance with Sean Hannity in St. Clair Shores…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 19, 2026
October 19, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 19, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan look ahead to this week's matchup between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. Hosted…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 16, 2026
October 16, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 16, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan break down the latest Detroit Lions news! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhat are the Best Halloween Movies?
October 16, 2026 ~ WJR's Dave Riger joins Ryan to share his top five best Halloween movies to get you in the holiday spirit this October! Hosted by Simplecast…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniSweetest Day: The Importance of Adding Spark to Relationships
October 16, 2026 ~ Dr. Sabrina Jackson, "The People Person", joins Ryan ahead of this year's Sweetest Day to discuss the history of this holiday, and the…
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Jamie Edmonds & Lauren Crocker at SAY Detroit Family Health Clinic ~ Full Show ~ October 15, 2026
October 15, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 15, 2026 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Jamie Edmonds discuss the latest Detroit Lions news as they wrap up their bye week. Hosted by…
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Jodi Graham's Breast Cancer Survival Story
October 15, 2026 ~ 13-year breast cancer survivor Jodi Graham joins Jamie Edmonds and Lauren Crocker to share her breast cancer journey, her treatments with…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHealth Insights with SAY Detroit's Tracy Threat!
October 15, 2026 ~ SAY Detroit Family Health Clinic Family Nurse Practitioner Tracy Threat joins Jamie Edmonds and Lauren Crocker to discuss the Henry Ford…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHungry Howies' Support for Breast Cancer Awareness!
October 15, 2026 ~ Jeff Rinke, Hungry Howies vice president of marketing and product development, joins Jamie Edmonds and Lauren Crocker to discuss their 18th…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPreviewing National Mammogram Day at SAY Detroit Family Health Clinic
October 15, 2026 ~ Barbara Ramirez-Sanchez, a mammography technologist at Henry Ford Health, joins Jamie Edmonds and Lauren Crocker at the SAY Detroit Family…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhat SAY Detroit Family Clinic Offers the Community
October 15, 2026 ~ Tawana Robinson, executive director at Trinity Health Primary Care, joins Jamie Edmonds and Lauren Crocker to share the clinic's work at SAY…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniA Conversation with Jamie Edmond's Surgeon!
October 15, 2026 ~ Dr. Jenna Luker, Henry Ford Health plastic and reconstructive surgeon and Jamie Edmonds' surgeon, joins Jamie and Lauren Crocker to discuss…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ October 14, 2026
October 14, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTop Shelf Lions Report with Steve Courtney!
October 14, 2026 ~ WJR's Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney and Ryan discuss the latest Detroit Lions news as the team recovers on their bye week. Hosted by…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniA Look at The American Tour Against Hate Event
October 14, 2026 ~ Leo Terrell, longtime attorney and chair of U.S. Department of Justice’s task force to combat antisemitism, and Sheldon Freilich, president…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhat Happened When Nick Saban Left MSU?
October 14, 2026 ~ WJR's Host of JR Sunday and former MSU Athletic Director Mark Hollis joins Ryan to discuss the recent documentary telling the story of…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJohn James Preps for Debate Night Against Jocelyn Benson
October 14, 2026 ~ Michigan Republican Gubernatorial Candidate John James joins Ryan to discuss his prep ahead of his highly anticipated debate against Jocelyn…