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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 MorningMallory McMorrow Unveils Plan to Protect Michigan Families from Online Scams
May 22, 2026 ~ Mallory McMorrow, candidate for U.S. Senate, discusses her newly released plan to protect Michigan families from online scams. Hosted by…
'JR MorningJamie Butters Launches New Auto Show 'Autotown' This Saturday
May 22, 2026 ~ Jamie Butters, expert auto journalist, previews his new show 'Autotown', starting this Saturday at 7am. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
'JR MorningTom Leonard Reacts to Duggan’s Exit from Michigan Governor’s Race
May 22, 2026 ~ Tom Leonard, former Speaker of the Michigan House and Partner at Plunkett Cooney, shares his perspective on Mike Duggan’s decision to step away…
'JR MorningEbola Concerns After Detroit Flight Incident
May 22, 2026 ~ Dr. Joel Kammeyer, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Chief of Infectious Diseases at Wayne State University, addresses concerns after…
'JR MorningRon Robinson Weighs In on Duggan’s Exit and Selfridge Funding Future
May 22, 2026 ~ Ron Robinson, Michigan’s 58th District Representative, weighs in on the political impact of Mike Duggan stepping out of the governor’s race and…
'JR MorningWhat Does a New Fed Chair Mean for the Economy?
May 22, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, Principal and CEO of Anderson Economic Group, discusses the swearing-in of a new Federal Reserve Chair and what it could mean…
'JR MorningAdrian Hemond on Duggan’s Exit from Michigan Governor’s Race
May 22, 2026 ~ Adrian Hemond, CEO of Grassroots Midwest, breaks down the political ripple effects of Mike Duggan’s decision to exit the Michigan governor’s…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 21, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get you going on a Thursday morning by checking in about SpaceX offering public stock; hearing about the…
'JR MorningAuto Suppliers Want The USMCA Renegotiated
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Senior Business Reporter Covering Manufacturing for Crain's Detroit Business, Kurt Nagl about why US…
'JR MorningMacomb County’s Market Heats Up! (But Don’t Forget the AC!)
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with David Hall, President and CEO of Hall Financial, about Macomb County property values. They discussed…
'JR MorningCar Key Catastrophe: From Elevator Shafts to Expensive Spares!
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jackie Charniga, Detroit Free Press automotive reporter. She shared her story about dropping her car…
'JR MorningPickleball Predicament: A Tale of Apologies and Poor Sportsmanship
May 21, 2026 ~ Dr. Steve Craig, Lloyd Jackson, and Chris Renwick discuss a pickleball dispute. Dr. Craig challenges the sender’s perspective, emphasizing…
'JR MorningDOJ Establishes Controversial $1.7 Billion Fund
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade. They discuss the Justice Department’s anti-weaponization fund…
'JR MorningElon Musk’s SpaceX: To Infinity and Your Portfolio!
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Chris Alberta, President of Principium Tactical Wealth Management. They discussed SpaceX’s IPO and…
'JR MorningTrump’s G7 Trip: Eggshells or Bulldozer?
May 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Republican strategist Jason Roe. They discussed President Trump’s upcoming G7 meeting, focusing on…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get your Wednesday started by talking about teen takeovers; find out why Israel is becoming a sticking point in…
'JR MorningAI: We Have Concerns!
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Axios reporter Madison Mills. They discuss public perception of AI, job displacement, and economic…
'JR MorningMargaret Anderson Takes the Helm at Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Margaret Anderson, the new President of Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health, about HAP’s growth…
'JR MorningCuba’s Got No Juice: A Shocking Shortage!
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Silvia Pedraza, International Sociology Professor at the University of Michigan, about the Cuba…
'JR MorningMoney, Mayhem, and Miffed Ministers: A Global Gossip Session
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with David Dulio, Professor of Political Science at Oakland University. They discuss the Democratic primary…
'JR MorningTeen Takeovers: Mayhem or Misunderstood?
May 20, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss teen takeovers with Kristin Henning, Bloom Professor of Law and Director of the Juvenile Justice Clinic…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 19, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd find out about the $600 million being spent on Michigan's Gubernatorial race; ask about expanded Amazon drone deliveries in the…
'JR MorningClimate Models Get a Reality Check: Less Doom, More Gloom?
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Ross McKitrick, Professor of Economics and Finance at the University of Guelph. They discuss changes…
'JR MorningRubbernecking for a Greener Tomorrow: Tires Hit the Road Again!
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with James Lillo, Engineer Manager at the Bay County Road Commission. They discussed using recycled tires…
'JR MorningGen Z: Sober, Single, and Swiping (Not Sipping!)
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss changing social trends. Rachel Janfaza of "The Up and Up” joins to explain why Gen Z drinks less and…
'JR MorningMichigan’s Rural Areas Get an AI Boost for Medical Care
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss teen violence and Trump’s Iran delay. Jason Corso, Director of Computer Vision Research, talks about…
'JR MorningMichigan: Where All the Babies Went
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Beth LeBlanc, a Detroit News reporter. They discuss Michigan’s population decline and its potential…
'JR MorningDetroit Takes Flight: Amazon Drones Deliver Joy (and Packages Under 5 Pounds!)
May 19, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Lauren Wilson, Amazon, Prime Air Ops Manager. They discuss Amazon’s drone delivery expansion in Metro…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 18, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson start your week off chatting about the Pistons devastating defeat; find out more about the antisemitic flyers…
'JR MorningJamie’s Back, and She’s Bringing the Fun (and a Wig!)
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson welcome back Jamie Edmonds. Jamie shares insights from her podcast, Jamie's Journey: Angels Along The Way…
'JR MorningTeachers Ditch Benson, Shoppers Go Wild for Watches!
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Nolan Finley, a Detroit News columnist. They discussed the Michigan Education Association’s…
'JR MorningLocal Officials Discuss Rising Antisemitic Flyers in Oakland County
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter about recent antisemitic flyers dropped in Berkley and seeking…
'JR MorningPistons’ Playoffs Plunge: From Hoops to Hopes for Next Season!
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Eric Vincent, our sports reporter. They discuss the Pistons’ playoff exit and offseason needs. The…
'JR MorningThe Return Of Midnight Basketball.....And More!
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Dr. Chanel Hampton, Detroit’s Senior Director of Youth, and Tyler Searcy, Special Projects and Events…
'JR MorningMichigan News: From Hospital Hustle to Gray Tsunami!
May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Mike Lee, managing editor at Crain’s Detroit Business. They talked about Michigan Medicine, a new EV…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 15, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd get your Friday going, talking about the Pistons; 'blue dot fever' bringing gas prices down and this weekend's Eastern Market…
'JR MorningPistons Get a Prayer, Good Neighbors Deliver Kindness (and Pizza!)
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Pastor Dominic Russo about Good Neighbor Day America. The event promotes kindness across Detroit…
'JR MorningJamie’s Journey: Kicking Cancer and Talking Hoops!
May 15, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick talk with Jamie Edmonds. She updates them on her cancer treatment. Jamie’s podcast, “Jamie’s Journey: Angels…
'JR MorningGas Prices Got You Down? Congresswoman Rivett to the Rescue!
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet. She discussed her bill to stop price gouging by oil companies…
'JR MorningEastern Market’s Flower Day: Where Even Fake Plants Fear for Their Lives
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Flower Day at Eastern Market with CEO Katy Trudeau. The annual event features 150 vendors, live music…
'JR MorningTrump’s China Trip: Deals, Diplomas, and Dialogue!
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson review Donald Trump’s China visit with Jonathan Hanson, a political scientist at the University of Michigan…
'JR MorningPistons Fight for Survival in Game 6!
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Coty M. Davis, Pistons beat writer for The Detroit News. They discuss the Pistons’ must-win Game Six…
'JR MorningBlue Dots and Empty Seats: The Concert Conundrum
May 15, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Jeremy Peters, Assistant Professor of Music Business at Wayne State University. They discuss why big…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 14, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk about the Trump/Xi summit; reviews last night's Pistons loss; finds out why American's are using credit…
'JR MorningGas Prices: Any Relief In Sight??
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with GasBuddy.com's Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan about gas prices. When can we expect a break? Will a…
'JR MorningFormer Foster Child Lyshon D. Davis Advocates for Systemic Change
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Lyshon D. Davis, author of Healing the Foster Child Within. Davis shares her experiences in foster…
'JR MorningCredit Card Conundrums: Are We Spending Too Much or Just Living in Expensive Times?
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with David Sowerby, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Ancora, about rising credit card debt. David…
'JR Morning“Dad, You’re Wrong!” Parenting Advice from the Ballfield
May 14, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson, Chris Renwick, and Dr. Steve Craig discuss youth sports. They share advice for parents of struggling young athletes. They focus…
'JR MorningPoll Shock: Benson Surges, Trump’s Approval Tanks, and Gas Prices are the Real Bombshell!
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss new polling with Richard Czuba, owner of the Glengariff Group. Donald Trump’s approval numbers and…
'JR MorningPistons Blow Big Lead, Now Face Uphill Battle
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Pistons’ loss with Eric Vincent, Beat Reporter at Clutch Points. Vincent shares insights on…
'JR MorningUS Seeks Stability, China Pushes Taiwan in High-Stakes Meeting
May 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Wil Chu, Deputy Director of the Japan Chair at the Hudson Institute. They discuss the high-stakes…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 13, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson find out why people think that assassination attempts on President Trump were faked; learn about the Trump/Xi…
'JR MorningAI: Burning Budgets, Not Just Bytes
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dante King, Director of Workforce Learning and Development for JPMorgan Chase. They discuss how…
'JR MorningSenator Nesbitt: Property Tax Repeal and “Green New Scam” Fight
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with State Senator Aric Nesbitt. Nesbitt, the Senate Minority Leader, discusses Michigan issues, including…
'JR MorningPistons Prep for Game 5: Cade Cunningham to the Rescue?
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Matt Dery, host of the 'Pistons Pod' podcast. They discuss the Pistons’ upcoming game five and…
'JR MorningGas Prices Got You Down? A Tax Holiday Might Be Coming!
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Paul Sankey, oil and gas equity research analyst at Sankey Research, about the gas tax holiday. Paul…
'JR MorningPump Up the Jam: Inflation’s Got Us on a Wild Ride!
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Patrick Anderson, CEO of Anderson Economic Group. They discussed rising inflation, energy prices, and…
'JR MorningTaiwan, Trade, and Touchdowns: What’s on the Menu for Trump and Xi?
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson welcome Jonathan Hanson, a political scientist from the University of Michigan, to discuss the Trump-Xi meeting…
'JR MorningSkepticism Over Trump Assassination Attempts
May 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss public skepticism about staged assassination attempts on Donald Trump with NewsGuard Senior Editor Sofia…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ May 12, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 12, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, filling in for Chris Renwick, and Lloyd Jackson talk with a Michigan Attorney General candidate; learn why hybrid vehicle sales are…