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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 ErmanniSheriff Bouchard on Latest Investigation into Israel Temple Attack
March 16, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard joins Ryan to discuss the latest in the investigation of the Israel Temple attack. Hosted by Simplecast…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 13, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniNative Detroit Golfer Receives Sponsor Exemption for Rocket Classic!
March 13, 2026 ~ Detroit native and professional golfer Joe Hooks joins Ryan to discuss receiving a sponsor exemption for this year's Rocket Classic! Hosted by…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniConsul General of Israel to the Midwest Addresses Synagogue Attack & Iran War
March 13, 2026 ~ Consul General of Israel to the Midwest Elad Strohmayer joins Ryan to discuss the violent attack on the Israel Temple and the impact of the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniSecurity Impact on the Israel Temple Attack
March 13, 2026 ~ Michael Schostak, Bloomfield Township treasurer and board member of the Jewish Community Security, joins Ryan to discuss the importance of…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHow is Oil Impacted by the Iran War?
March 13, 2026 ~ Lena Epstein, co-owner of Vesco Oil Corporation, joins Ryan to discuss the impact the oil industry is feeling in Michigan as the Iran War…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPolitical Discussion with Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt
March 13, 2026 ~ Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt joins Ryan to discuss the recent targeted attacks in the country, his gubernatorial run in…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 12, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMichigan State Police Respond to Synagogue Attack
March 10, 2026 ~ Michigan State Police Lt. Mike Shaw joins Ryan to discuss the department's response to an attack on a West Bloomfield synagogue Thursday…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPolice Reaction to the Israel Temple Attack
March 12, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief, joins Ryan to react to the Israel Temple attack in West Bloomfield, and the ongoing…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniOakland County Executive on Temple Israel Attack
March 12, 2026 ~ Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter joins Ryan to discuss the Israel Temple attack in West Bloomfield and reactions from the community…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniReligious Leaders Mourn Over Israel Temple Attack
March 12, 2026 ~ Rabbi Asher LoPatin, director of community relations of the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor, joins Ryan to discuss the Israel Temple…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniFBI Perspective on West Bloomfield Synagogue Attack
March 12, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, former special agent in charge of the FBI Detroit Division and current executive director of the Detroit Crime Commission, joins…
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JR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 11, 2026 ~ Full Show
March 11, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhen is the Partial Government Shutdown Going to End?
March 11, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell joins Ryan to discuss efforts being made to end the partial government shutdown impacting the DHS, Governor…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTaking a Look at the Detroit Lions Free Agency Tracker
March 11, 2026 ~ John “Doc” Maakaroon, Sports Illustrated Detroit sports reporter, joins Ryan to discuss what players will be joining the Detroit Lions'…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 10, 2026 ~ Full Show
March 10, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJohn James Forms Parents’ Rights Advisory Council Following Rochester School Board Visit
March 10, 2026 ~ Congressman John James joins Ryan to discuss the Americans for Citizens Voting Amendment, Save America Act, and John James convening a virtual…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMitch Albom on His "Twice" Book Program & Signing!
March 10, 2026 ~ Mitch Albom, best-selling author and host of The Mitch Albom Show, joins Ryan to preview his "Twice" book program and signing event, and the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPartial Government Shutdown Continues as Debate Over Save America Act Intensifies
March 10, 2026 ~ Congressman Tim Walberg joins Ryan to discuss the partial government that continues to impact DHS and the debate intensifying over the Save…
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JR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 9, 2026 ~ Full Show
March 9, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniDFCU Financial on Community Outreach!
March 9, 2026 ~ Ryan Goldberg, President & CEO of DFCU Financial, joins Ryan to preview tomorrow's Mitch Albom book signing and their ongoing community…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniOil & Gas Prices Surge Amid Iran War
March 9, 2026 ~ Paul Sankey, founder and leader analyst of Sankey Research, joins Ryan to discuss the surge of oil and gas prices following continued strikes…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 6, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe Butterflies Have Arrived in Grand Rapids!
March 6, 2026 ~ John Vanderhaagen, Director of Communications for the Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, joins Ryan in studio to discuss the Fred &…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhat Role Should Local Police Play in Coordinating With Federal Authorities During National Crises
March 6, 2026 ~ Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig joins Ryan to discuss how local police departments should work with the federal government amid…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 5, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniLegendary College Football Coach Lou Holtz Dead at 89
March 5, 2026 ~ Jack Krusula joins Ryan to reflect on the life and legacy of legendary college football coach Lou Holtz, who has died at 89, sharing stories…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniWhy Detroit Deserves a Spot on Your Travel Bucket List
March 5, 2026 ~ Detroit’s calling! Claude Molinari, President and CEO of the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau, shares why the city just scored big in…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTrump Fires DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
March 5, 2026 ~ Fox News reporter Doug Luzader joins Ryan Ermanni to discuss Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem being out, and being…
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JR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 4, 2026 ~ Full Show
March 4, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCongress Casts First Votes on Iran War
March 4, 2026 ~ Senator Gary Peters joins Ryan to discuss the U.S. Senate heading towards a vote on President Trump's decision to embark on a war against Iran…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniLocal Cases with Ven Johnson of Ven Johnson Law
March 4, 2026 ~ Ven Johnson, founder of Ven Johnson Law, joins Ryan to discuss local and nationwide cases, including recent shootings involving children in…
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Ryan Ermanni with Gameday Men's Health!
March 4, 2026 ~ Brandon Lorenz, owner and CEO of Gameday Men's Health, joins Ryan in studio to discuss the program Ryan's health journey so far! Hosted by…
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JR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 3, 2026 ~ Full Show
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Detroit Lions Trade David Montgomery to Texans
March 3, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Lions reporter Dave Birkett breaks down the Lions’ big move — trading David Montgomery to the Texans for draft capital and…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPreview College Career and Beyond 25th Anniversary Gala
March 3, 2026 ~ Jason Malone, chief development officer for College Career and Beyond, joins Ryan in studio to preview their Midnight Golf Program 25th…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ March 2, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniU.S. - Israel Launch Major Strikes in Iran
March 2, 2026 ~ Osama Siblani, publisher of The Arab American News, joins Ryan to discuss the latest developments in the U.S.-Israel strikes in Iran that began…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ February 26, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 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 ErmanniPreviewing the Salvation Army's Bread & Bed Radiothon!
February 26, 2026 ~ Jamie Winkler, Executive Director of The Salvation Army Great Lakes Harbor Light, joins the show to preview the upcoming Bed & Bread…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRomulus Mayor Robert McCraight Pushes Back Against Proposed ICE Facility in the City
February 26, 2026 ~ Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight joins Ryan to break down why he’s pushing back against plans for a proposed ICE facility in the city. We…
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JR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ February 25, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 25, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal…
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Michigan House Rep. Jay Deboyer Ahead of the State of the State Address
February 26, 2026 ~ House Rep. Jay Deboyer joins Ryan live from Lansing ahead of the State of the State Address to preview any expectations there is going into…
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Candice Miller & Lance Binoniemi
February 25, 2026 ~ Candice Miller, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner, and Lance Binoniemi of MITA join Ryan live from Lansing to discuss the State of…
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Michigan House Minority Leader Puri Previews the State of the State!
February 26, 2026 ~ Michigan House Minority Leader Ranjeev Puri joins Ryan live from Lansing to preview tonight's State of the State Address! Hosted by…
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Laura Appel of MHA & Lance Binoniemi of MITA
February 26, 2026 ~ Laura Appel, senior vice president & chief innovation officer of MHA, and Lance Binoniemi, vice president of MITA, join Ryan live in…
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Roundtable Discussion with County Executives
February 25, 2026 ~ Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland County Executives join Ryan live from Lansing ahead of the State of the State Address. Hosted by Simplecast, an…
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Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall Previews State of the State with Ryan Ermanni!
February 25, 2026 ~ Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall joins Ryan live from Lansing to preview the State of the State Address! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
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Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt Ahead of State of the State!
February 25, 2026 ~ Michigan Senate Leader Aric Nesbitt joins Ryan live in Lansing to preview tonight's State of the State! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ February 24, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 24, 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 ErmanniLomas Brown Promotes Second Annual Charity Golf Outing Benefiting Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation
February 24, 2026 ~ Detroit Lions Radio Network color analyst and Sportswrap co‑host Lomas Brown joins Ryan to highlight the second annual Lomas Brown Jr. Golf…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRoop Raj Previews Key Issues Ahead of State of the State and State of the Union Addresses
February 24, 2026 ~ FOX 2 Detroit Evening Anchor and The Pulse host Roop Raj joins Ryan to preview two major political moments happening this week, including…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Ryan Ermanni ~ February 23, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniTravel Expert David Fishman Shares Guidance for Spring Break Trips to Mexico Amid Unrest
February 23, 2026 ~ Travel expert David Fishman, Owner & President of Cadillac Travel, joins Ryan to break down what spring break travelers need to know before…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniState of the Union Showdown, Mexico Unrest, and Third Threat to Trump’s Safety Dominate Today’s News
February 23, 2026 ~ Fox News Reporter Doug Luzader joins Ryan to break down President Trump’s upcoming State of the Union amid political tension and policy…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon With Marie Osborne ~ February 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 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 ErmanniLenten Eats: Top Fish Fries Across Metro Detroit
February 20, 2026 ~ Detroit News restaurant critic and reporter Melody Baetens joins the show to share her top picks for the best community fish fries and…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniBipartisan Backing for First Responder–Service Members
February 20, 2026 ~ Rep. Ron Robinson joins the show to discuss his bipartisan plan to better support first responders who also serve in the military. Hosted…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniInspiring the Next Generation: Engineering with Grace Hanke
February 20, 2026 ~ Grace Hanke, Miss Oakland County 2025 and a mechanical engineering student at the University of Detroit Mercy, joins the show to highlight…