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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 ErmanniJR Afternoon Rising Stars with DFCU Financial's Rich Booms!
July 28, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni talks with this week's 'JR Afternoon Rising Stars honoree, Commercial Loan Officer at DFCU Financial Rich Booms, about helping…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCandidate Conversation with U.S. Senate Candidate Haley Stevens
July 28, 2026 ~ Ryan sits down in studio with congressional candidate Haley Stevens for an extended interview to hear her thoughts on the biggest moments from…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ July 27, 2026
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCandidate Conversation with Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Chris Swanson
July 27, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni sits down for an exclusive in-studio interview with Chris Swanson, Democratic candidate for Governor of Michigan. Hear his vision…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ Full Show ~ July 24, 2026
July 24, 2026 ~ Broadcasting live from the Boyne Tournament of Champions Pro-Am, ‘JR Afternoon guest hosts Jamie Edmonds and Steve Courtney explore what makes…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniSpartan State of Mind with Otis Wiley
July 24, 2026 ~ Michigan State football is entering a new era, but what should fans expect? Former MSU football player and Playfly Sports Executive Director…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMore Than a Golf Swing: Changing Lives with Jason Malone
July 24, 2026 ~ A simple idea grew into a program that has helped thousands of Detroit students reach college and career success. Jason Malone, Chief…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniOne Shot from the Tour: Otto Black's Golf Journey
July 24, 2026 ~ What's life really like for a golfer chasing the PGA Tour dream? PGA Tour Professional Otto Black shares stories from qualifying for the U.S…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMedicare Without the Headache: Pete Groezinger Breaks it Down
July 24, 2026 ~ Medicare can feel like a maze of deadlines, plans, and fine print. Pete Groezinger, CFO of Legacy Partners and principal of M1 Insurance Group…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniFrom Fairways to Food Security with Dr. Phil Knight
July 24, 2026 ~ What does food security look like in today's world, and why should it matter to every family? Dr. Phil Knight, host of WJR's Food Secure…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRoss, Dunes, and Dreams: Bernie Friedrich's Blueprint for Boyne
July 24, 2026 ~ How do you improve one of America's most celebrated golf destinations? Boyne Director of Golf Course Renovation and Development Bernie…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 22, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 22, 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 ErmanniFull Hour Conversation with Michigan U.S. Senate Candidate Abdul El Sayed
July 22, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni sits down for an extended one-hour conversation with Michigan U.S Senate Candidate Abdul El Sayed, one of Michigan's most closely…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 21, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon Rising Stars with Fifth Third Bank's Graeme Carlyle!
July 21, 2026 ~ Discover how Graeme Carlyle’s commitment to relationship-building and community engagement has helped shape his career in banking and…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCanadian Wildfire Smoke Economic Impact on Michigan
July 21, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, founder and CEO of Anderson Economic Group, joins Ryan to discuss the economic hit Michigan has taken so far following the…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniA Look at the CATCH Golf Classic!
July 20, 2026 ~ Andrew, Stein, president of Children's Foundation of Michigan, and MJ Vogt, chief development officer at Henry Ford Health, join Ryan to…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCongressman John James Talks with Canadian Ambassador on Wildfire Smoke
July 20, 2026 ~ Congressman John James joins Ryan to discuss his recent meeting with the Canadian ambassador regarding the Canadian wildfire smoke impacting…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 17, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 17, 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 ErmanniJR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 16, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniFull Hour Conversation with Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Perry Johnson
July 16, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni sits down for an extended one-hour conversation with Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson, covering the…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 15, 2026 ~ Full Sholw
July 15, 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 ErmanniHale Walker of the International Antique Boat Show!
July 15, 2026 ~ Hale Walker of the International antique Boat Show joins Ryan live at the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse to discuss how this event helps celebrate the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe Fort Gratiot Lighthouse & Port Huron Museum System!
July 15, 2026 ~ Dave Dazer joins Ryan live at the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse to discuss the history behind Michigan's oldest lighthouse and what the Port Huron…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMike Davenport of the Bayview to Mackinac Race!
July 15, 2026 ~ Mike Davenport of the Bayview to Mackinac Race joins Ryan live at the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse to discuss the history and significance of the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMichael Hensley & Katie Stepp of Michigan's Thumbcoast!
July 15, 2026 ~ Michigan Thumbcoast's Michael Hensley and Katie Stepp join Ryan live at the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse to celebrate America 250 and what…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 14, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 14, 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 ErmanniGubernatorial Candidate Mike Cox Recaps Last Week's Debates
July 14, 2026 ~ Michigan Republican Gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox joins Ryan to discuss his campaign as the primary inches closer, last week's debates with…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon Rising Stars Nominee Rachel Wasserman!
July 14, 2026 ~ Discover how a passion for connecting people and helping businesses grow has shaped Rachel Wasserman’s career as a Business Development…
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JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni ~ July 13, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 13, 2026 ~ Full Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…
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Dan Miller at the Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic!
July 13, 2026 ~ Fox 2 Sports Director Dan Miller joins Ryan live at the Country Club of Detroit to discuss playing in the Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic! Hosted…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniSen. Gary Peters Endorses U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens
July 13, 2026 ~ Senator Gary Peters joins Ryan to discuss his public endorsement of Representative Haley Stevens in the race for the U.S. Senate seat. PHOTO…
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Elite Management at the Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic!
July 13, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni is joined by Maurice Evans, CEO of Elite Management, at the Country Club of Detroit to discuss being a part of the Lomas Brown Jr…
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Lomas Brown Hosts the Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic!
July 13, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown, Detroit Lions legend and co-host of WJR's Sportswrap, joins Ryan at the Country Club of Detroit to discuss his second year of the…
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Hudsonville Ice Cream at the Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic!
July 13, 2026 ~ Bryan Lynn, director of Branded Sales at Hudsonville Creamery and Ice Cream, joins Ryan live at the Country Club of Detroit to discuss being…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Marie Osborne Filling In ~ July 10, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 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 ErmanniWhat to Eat Around Detroit this Weekend!
July 10, 2026 ~ The Detroit News Restaurant Critic Melody Baetens joins Marie Osborne to discuss what restaurants to check out this weekend! Hosted by…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe Fight for Mental Health Care from CMH Agencies
July 10, 2026 ~ Kara Berg, Wayne, Oakland and Macomb County Courts reporter at The Detroit News, joins Marie Osborne to discuss Michigan families that are…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniThe Latest Updates on Conflict with Iran
July 10, 2026 ~ Former U.S. Army Colonel Rocky Raczkowski joins Marie Osborne to discuss the latest news coming out of the conflict with Iran following two…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRecap Last Night's MI Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Debate
July 10, 2026 ~ John Sellek, Harbor Strategics' chief strategist and CEO, joins Marie Osborne to recap last night's debate among the Michigan Republican…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Marie Osborne Filling In ~ July 9, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniVista Maria Survivors Calling for Expansion on Statuate of Limitations
July 9, 2026 ~ Ayanna Neal, co-counsel for the Visa Maria Survivor lawsuit, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the survivors calling for an expansion on the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniToyota Moving Production from Mexico to Texas
July 9, 2026 ~ Host of WJR's Autotown Jamie Butters joins Marie Osborne to discuss Toyota investing to move Tacoma production from Mexico to Texas. Hosted by…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniGLP-1 Injectables Skyrocket in Usage by Americans
July 9, 2026 ~ Dr. Farrah Hafeez, a primary care physician and director of the Henry Ford Macomb Weight Management Program, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRecapping the Republican Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Debate
July 9, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, principal of Roe Strategic, joins Marie Osborne to recap last night's debate between the three Republican candidates in the race to…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniCharlie Kirk’s Family Demands Judge Reveals Hidden Evidence
July 9, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, attorney and managing partner at Flood Law, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the latest in the preliminary hearing of Charlie Kirk's…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Marie Osborne Filling In ~ July 8, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniOakland County Child Killer Admits New Details Before Passing
July 8, 2026 ~ WXYZ Investigative reporter Heather Catallo joins Marie Osborne to discuss her two decades coverage of the Oakland County Child Killer and his…
JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni2026 Fiat Topolino Made the Way to the U.S.
July 8, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne talks with Paul Eisenstein, editor of Headlight.News, about Fiat bringing the Topolino to the states, a unique car that is taking…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniRecap of the Michigan Democratic Senate Candidate Debate
July 8, 2026 ~ The Detroit News Assistant Editor of the Editorial Page Kaitlyn Buss joins Marie Osborne to recap Tuesday night's debate between U.S. Senate…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniIran Ceasefire Over Following New Strikes
July 8, 2026 ~ Fox News reporter Doug Luzader joins Marie Osborne to discuss President Trump ending the ceasefire with Iran following days of new strikes…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon with Marie Osborne Filling In ~ July 7, 2026 ~ Full Show
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JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniMichigan Primaries Loom and People Still Have Questions
July 7, 2026 ~ Andrea Bitely, founder of Bitely Communications, joins Marie Osborne to discuss her latest op-ed in the The Detroit News as the Michigan Primary…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniJR Afternoon Rising Stars Nominee Chris Michael!
July 7, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne talks with JR Afternoon's first Rising Stars nominee Chris Michael, the senior business attraction represenative at Oakland County…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniYounger Generations Saving Money While Living at Home
July 7, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne talks with David Hall, president and CEO of Hall Financial, about the rising trend among the younger generation choosing to live…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniDid Terrion Arnold Surround Himself with the Wrong People?
July 7, 2026 ~ Darren Nichols, contributing columnist at the Detroit Free Press, joins Marie Osborne to discuss his recent op-ed "I can't get past Terrion…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniHow Bad is El Nino Going to Get this Summer?
July 7, 2026 ~ WDIV Meteorologist Emeritus Paul Gross joins Marie Osborne to discuss the emerging "super" El Nino and how bad it might get this year. Hosted by…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniPresident Trump in Turkey for NATO Summit
July 7, 2026 ~ Peter Trumbore, professor and chair of the Department of Political Science at Oakland University, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the two-day…
JR Afternoon with Ryan ErmanniAmerica's Founding Documents Land in Detroit
July 6, 2026 ~ Heather Bruegl, curator of Political and Civic Engagement at The Henry Ford, joins Marie Osborne to discuss the Freedom Plane landing at the…