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'JR Morning
Join Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds weekday mornings for the latest in local, regional, and global news live from High-Atop the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building. Listen in as the newsmakers who know, alongside our team of reporters and commentators, bring you the topics that are shaping the future in Southeast Michigan. Get the latest on government and politics, business news, area happenings, sports, entertainment news, and more! It’s all part of “JR’ Morning,” weekdays from 6 to 9 a.m…
Episodes
'JR MorningBridging the Gap: New Roadways and Detroit Business Updates
July 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Detroit business news with Amy Barczy, the assistant managing editor at Crain’s Detroit Business…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 23, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get the latest on the Gordie Howe Bridge; find out about how redistricting could help the GOP for the midterms…
'JR MorningThe Latest On Iran
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with former Naval Intelligence Officer, Austin Gullett, about the Iran Conflict. What's the latest and…
'JR MorningTigers On The Trading Block
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Christian Romo, Sports Trending Reporter with the Detroit Free Press about the Detroit Tigers. The…
'JR MorningThe Freedom Plane at The Henry Ford This Weekend
July 24, 2026 ~ Head of Exhibitions and Performances for The Henry Ford Kate Moreland joins Jason Roe & Lloyd Jackson to share that this is the last weekend…
'JR MorningSecond Amendment Rights Restoration
July 24, 2026 ~ Attorney Barton Morris joins the show to discuss Second Amendment rights restoration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
'JR MorningE-Bike Crashes are on the Rise
July 24, 2026 ~ Police Chief of the South Lyon Police Department Bonnie Unruh talks about South Lyon imposing restrictions on e-bikes in their downtown area…
'JR MorningWhat People Need to Know About Their Ballot
July 24, 2026 ~ Goodman Acker Partner & Election Law Expert Mark Brewer details what people need to know about their ballot and if they need to change them…
'JR MorningMichigan’s Budget News of the Day
July 24, 2026 ~ Mark Tisdel (R-MI 55th House District) shares his Michigan budget news of the day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
'JR MorningHealthcare Keeping Employees in Unwanted Jobs
July 24, 2026 ~ Health Management & Policy Research Professor at the University of Michigan Dr. Helen Levy shares if anything can be done about that fact that…
'JR MorningCharlie LeDuff's News of the Day
July 24, 2026 ~ Charlie LeDuff, host of The No BS Newshour, shares his news of the day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com…
'JR MorningUpdate on Oil Prices
July 24, 2026 ~ Oil prices are on the rise. Founder & CEO, King Operating Corporation, Jay Young talks about the Houthis attack on the Strait of Hormuz and if…
'JR MorningDoes Out Spending Exceed Out Income?
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Robert Schneider, Senior Research Associate, Citizen's Research Council of Michigan, about the State…
'JR MorningIs Redistricting Helping The GOP?
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Adrian Hemond, CEO, Grassroots Midwest, about redistricting, is it helping keep the GOP in control of…
'JR MorningFamily Strife And Updating A Will
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson check in with Dr. Steve Craig for a Therapy Thursday. Dr. Steve bring an issue with 3 children, one of the kids…
'JR MorningAI Breaks Out And Hacks Another Company
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Jeremy Kahn, AI Editor for Reuters. An AI program broke out of a 'test enviroment' and hacked the…
'JR MorningGordie Howe Bridge Events....Cancelled!
July 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Detroit News Politics Editor, Chad Livengood about the Gordie Howe Bridge. Opening ceremonies were…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 22, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson learn more about non-citizens voting; find out the truth about voter fraud; ask how the Canadian wildfire smoke…
'JR MorningHow Are New Tariffs Affecting Our Relationship With Canada
July 22, 2026 ~ Jim Blanchard, former MI Governor and former US Ambassador to Canada talks to Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson about the new tariffs that the…
'JR MorningDemanding Better From ICE
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with former DPD Chief James Craig about ICE. He's written an OpEd about ICE, he feels that they need to…
'JR MorningData Centers In The Spotlight
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Rep. Jennifer Wortz about data centers, they're claiming eminent domain, do that have it?…
'JR MorningThe Economic Impact Of The Canadian Wildfire Smoke
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Anderson Economic Group CEO, Patrick Anderson, about the Canadian wildfire smoke and how it impacted…
'JR MorningElection Fraud Numbers
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Ken Block, author of 'Disproven: MY Unbiased Search for Voter Fraud' about voter fraud, do the…
'JR MorningAre Non-Citizens Really Voting?
July 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Reuters Reporter, Tom Hals, about non-citizens voting. Reuters did research and the numbers don't add…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 21, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get updated on the Iran Conflict; learn about the Chevy Bolt; ask why this is being called a 'hate election'…
'JR MorningGas Prices....Everyone's Talking, Who's Trying To Help?
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Head Petroleum Analyst with GasBuddy.com, Patrick DeHaan. Gas prices are going up again, will we ever…
'JR MorningThe Youth Golf And Tech Expo
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Johnnie Turnage, Co-Founder of Black Tech Saturdays about the Youth Golf and Tech Expo, presented by…
'JR MorningIs AI Helping Develop New Drugs?
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Brendan Smith, Director of Life Sciences Equity Research, TD Cowen, about the use of AI to develop…
'JR MorningThe 'Rising From The Ashes Revival'
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Chuck Gaidica, former WDIV meteorologist, who's emceeing the 'Rising From The Ashes Revival' in…
'JR MorningWarde Manuel Resigns
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson find out more about the resignation of Warde Manuel from the University of Michigan from The Detroit News'…
'JR MorningIs This a 'Hate Election'?
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Jason Roe, Noted Political Analyst, about this mid-term. It seems each party is counting on voters to…
'JR MorningIs It Too Late For The Chevy Bolt?
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Sam Abuelsamid, VP of Market Research, Telemetry Insights about the Chevy Blot, is it too late for…
'JR MorningThe Latest On The Iran Conflict
July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Fox News Reporter, Lucas Tomlinson. Lucas gives them the latest updates from the Iran conflict…
'JR MorningGreat Italian Food In Livonia!
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Keith Vernale, Chief Culinary Officer and Ben Kaiser, Executive Chef, from Luce to discuss their…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get your started with all the news you need to get your day going. They hear about today's CATCH event; talk…
'JR MorningChemo, Cold Caps, and Courage: Jamie Edmonds Rings the Bell!
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discuss Jamie’s inspiring cancer journey. Her honest podcast continues to provide purpose and…
'JR MorningSoccer, Suds, and Songs: The World Cup Aftermath and the Rise of the AI Anthem
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the World Cup final with Keith Baldwin, who reflects on the busy atmosphere at his pub, the Regal…
'JR MorningHelping Kids Who Need A Hand
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss a new Highland Park scholarship with Isaiah Pettaway, the district’s chief education officer. Hosted by…
'JR MorningMike Cox Exits the Race: Michigan’s Primary Gets a Little Less Crowded
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the campaign exit of former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox, who explains his decision to end his…
'JR MorningSparky’s Legacy: Small Acts for Big Smiles
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jim Berline, board chair of CATCH, about the charity’s mission to help children and families with…
'JR MorningTax Breaks, Strip Club Stings, and RenCen Dreams: A Detroit Business Roundup
July 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss local business news with Amy Barczy, assistant managing editor at Crain’s Detroit Business, covering…
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'JR Morning ~ Full Episode ~ July 17, 2026
'JR Morning ~ Full Episode ~ July 17, 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use…
'JR MorningCelebrating National Ice Cream Day with Ray's Ice Cream!
July 17, 2026 ~ Jason Eddleston, co-owner of Ray’s Ice Cream, joisn to show to discuss National Ice Cream Day coming this Sunday! Hosted by Simplecast, an…
'JR MorningHow A Michigan Restaurant Is Celebrating the World Cup Finals
July 17, 206 ~ Keith Baldwin, co-owner of The Regal Eagle, joins the show to discuss the World Cup Finals this Sunday between Argentina and Spain, and what…
'JR MorningPreviewing the 2026 Traverse City Food & Wine Fest
July 17, 2026 ~ Whitney Warra, COO of Traverse City Tourism, and Patrick Brys, of Brys Estates Winery, join the show to preview the upcoming Traverse City Food…
'JR MorningMulti-Talented Michigan Freshman Doesn't Let Blindness Hold Her Back
July 17, 2026 ~ Zaraiyah Bell, a freshman at Cass Technical High School, talks about her journey being born blind, achieving a 4.0 GPA, becoming an…
'JR MorningWill the AI Boom Work Out Economically?
July 17, 2026 ~ Erik Nordman, professor in the Department of Agricultural, Food & Resource Economics at Michigan State University, joins the show to discuss…
'JR MorningGordie Howe Bridge and Chinese Car Concerns
July 17, 2026 ~ Jamie Butters, host of WJR’s Autotown, joins the show to discuss the imminent opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge and concerns raised that…
'JR MorningEGLE Official Shares Health Tips Amid Michigan's Smokey Air Woes
July 17, 2026 ~ Alec Kownacki, meteorologist with the Michigan Department of Environment and part of the Great Lakes & Energy Air Quality Division, joins the…
'JR MorningBreaking Down Trump's Claim of Election Interference
July 17, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, political strategist and founder of Densar Consulting, joins the show to explore President Donald Trump's claim that China…
'JR MorningBell-Ringing Bliss: Jamie Edmonds Hits the High Note
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson celebrate with Jamie Edmonds as she rings the bell, marking the end of her chemotherapy treatments and the next…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 16, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson hear about beating Cyclosporiasis; learn about an historic heart surgery that took place here in Michigan; find…
'JR MorningLess Sizzle, More Steak: Michigan Politics Needs a Reality Check
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Michigan politics with U of M Professor Rusty Hills, who argues that Republican candidates must…
'JR MorningDigital Assistants and Presidential Rewrites: A Tale of Two Stories
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the UAE’s AI government services with Karthik Nandakumar, Associate Professor of Computer Science and…
'JR MorningHands Off the Buick: How to Ground Your Aging Parent
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson consult Dr. Steve Craig on taking keys from an aging parent. They discuss setting firm boundaries to ensure…
'JR MorningDetroit Red Wings: Who Needs a GM When You Have Chaos?
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Red Wings’ general manager search with Detroit Free Press hockey writer Helene St. James…
'JR MorningMedical Milestone: First Single-Port Robotic Heart Valve Repair
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the single-port robotic mitral valve repair performed by Dr. Rakesh Suri at Corewell Health, marking a…
'JR MorningSkip the Pizza Diet: How to Keep Your Salad Safe
July 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Cyclospora with Wayne State professor Diane Cress. She explains how to safely wash produce to prevent…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 15, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson learn more about the cyclosporiasis outbreak; ask about the inflation numbers; tell you how to beat the heat…
'JR MorningTigers Report Card
July 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Detroit Free Press Sports Trending Reporter, Christian Romo, about how the first half of the Tigers…