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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 MorningJR Morning ~ May 1, 2026 ~ Full Show
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Pistons’ must-win game and the upcoming Kentucky Derby. They also cover the Detroit Auto Dealers…
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Derby In The D
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris, Lloyd and Jamie discuss the Derby. Ron Spears, from Circle Events Detroit, shared details about the “Derby at The Corner” fundraiser for…
'JR MorningJamie’s Journey: Angels Along the Way
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd catch up with Jamie Edmonds about “Jamie’s Journey: Angels Along the Way.” Jamie Edmonds discusses her cancer, her podcast, and…
'JR MorningPastor Ralph ReBandt: From Pulpit to Politics!
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd welcome Ralph ReBandt, a pastor running for Michigan governor. ReBandt discusses his campaign, affordability issues, and…
'JR MorningBudget Battles and Powerball Puzzles
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Representative Ann Bollin, Chair of the Appropriations Committee, about the state budget. They also…
'JR MorningDetroit’s Downtown: From Wigs to Rigs, We’re Building Big!
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership. They discuss a new study projecting significant…
'JR MorningPistons Playoff Pressure Cooker: Can They Handle the Heat?
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Michael Blackstone, EVP of Basketball Operations for the Detroit Pistons. They discussed the Pistons’…
'JR MorningPollution and Policy: Congresswoman Tlaib on Environmental Justice and Immigration
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib about Detroit’s air pollution. Tlaib detailed the “We Have a Right to…
'JR MorningNo Cheap Chinese Cars: Bipartisan Bill Says “Not in Our House!”
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Glenn Stevens, MichAuto’s executive director, about the bipartisan Connected Vehicle Security Act…
'JR MorningHouse Passes DHS Funding Bill
May 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Congressman Tim Walberg. They discussed the DHS funding bill and ending the government shutdown…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 30, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 30, 2026 ~ Join Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson for insights on the Pistons’ playoff run, Michigan politics, Detroit’s development, and rising gas…
'JR MorningIran Blockade: Economic Weapon
April 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Lucas Tomlinson, a Fox News reporter in Dubai, about the Iran stalemate. They discussed the Strait…
'JR MorningComey Indictment a “Free Speech Trap”?
April 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss free speech. Jonathan Weinberg, Wayne State University law professor, calls the Comey indictment a…
'JR MorningGolf Carts: Not Just for the Green Anymore!
April 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with State Representative Alicia St. Germaine. They discuss her bill allowing more Michigan cities to…
'JR MorningMuck to Promotions: How to Get Out of Your Own Head
April 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dr. Steve Craig about overcoming resentment and building confidence. They discuss “learned…
'JR MorningPistons Pounce: Cade’s 45-Point Frenzy Forces Game 6!
April 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Eric Vincent, Detroit Pistons reporter for ClutchPoints.com, about the Pistons’ recent victory. They…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 29, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss King Charles’s US visit, the Pistons’ playoff struggles, and the Elon Musk-OpenAI trial. They also…
'JR MorningSpirit Airlines: Flying on a Prayer?
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson welcome Selim Ozyurek, Assistant Professor of Management and Operations at the College of Aviation at Western…
'JR MorningDOJ Indicts Former FBI Director Comey a Second Time
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Barbara McQuade, University of Michigan law professor and former US Attorney, about James Comey’s…
'JR MorningMichigan’s AI Data Center Debate: SkyNet or Skedaddle?
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with State Representative Steve Carra. He discussed community concerns about data centers, their tax…
'JR MorningOPEC’s Loss is the UAE’s Gain (and Maybe Yours Too!)
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss OPEC with Ben Geman, Energy Reporter at Axios.com. The UAE’s departure from OPEC could increase global…
'JR MorningMusk vs. Altman: AI, Egos, and Allegations
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI with Michael Greiner, Associate Professor of Management and Legal…
'JR MorningPistons’ Playoff Predicament: Prayer, Purpose, and “Too Casual” Comments
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Shawn Windsor, Detroit Free Press, about the Pistons’ struggles. They discuss the team’s turnovers…
'JR MorningKing Charles III: Royal Ruckus in Congress!
April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Royal Watcher Kristen Meisner. They discuss King Charles III’s historic address to Congress. The…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 28, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Pistons’ playoff struggles, the implications of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting…
'JR MorningGas Prices: Buckle Up, Michigan!
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Paul Sankey, lead analyst at Sankey Research, about rising gas prices. Sankey provided insights…
'JR MorningCongressman Thanedar: From Janitor to Political Juggernaut!
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Congressman Shri Thanedar. They discuss his campaign, the crowded 13th congressional district race…
'JR MorningTrump Assassination Attempt Details Emerge
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Matthew Schneider, former U.S. Attorney, about Cole Allen’s arraignment. Allen attempted to…
'JR MorningFormer FBI Agent Mike Rogers Discusses Political Rhetoric and DHS Funding
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss rhetoric with Mike Rogers, former FBI agent and Senate candidate. They cover political division…
'JR MorningRoyals Cross the Pond: King Charles and Queen Camilla Visit Washington!
April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dickie Arbiter, former Press Secretary to Queen Elizabeth II, about King Charles III’s US visit…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 27, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, DTE Energy’s proposed rate hike, and Buddy’s Pizza’s…
'JR MorningSecurity Questions Arise After Presidential Event Breach
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Sheriff Michael Bouchard about security at the event. They discussed the quick response by…
'JR MorningDetroit Grand Prix Driver: “No Time for Dinner Talk, Just Driving!”
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with David Malukas, Team Penske driver. David talks about the Detroit Grand Prix, race strategy, and…
'JR MorningLions Draft: From “Kneecap Biting” to Playoff Contention!
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Matt Dery of the Locked On Lions podcast. They discuss the Lions’ draft class and their potential…
'JR MorningPistons’ Playoff Predicament: Flat Performance and Peacock Problems
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Shawn Windsor, a sports columnist at the Detroit Free Press. They cover the Detroit Pistons’…
'JR MorningSecurity Questions Arise After Trump Event
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Daniel Roberts, former Assistant FBI Director. They discussed security questions following an…
'JR MorningDinner Party Crasher: When Trays Turn into Trouble
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Ben Berkowitz, Axios Head of News, about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting. They…
'JR MorningMary Waters: Back for Round Two!
April 27, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick speak with Detroit City Councilwoman Mary Waters. Waters discusses her congressional candidacy. She plans to…
'JR MorningDTE Hikes Rates, Offers a Two-Year Break (Maybe)
April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Mike Lee, Managing Editor of Crain’s Detroit Business. They discuss DTE rate hikes, Mackinac Island…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 24, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick andLloyd Jackson discuss the NFL Draft, Michigan State’s potato research, the Dodge Durango, and Congressman Tom Barrett’s…
'JR MorningBookStock Is Back!
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris, Lloyd and Jamie talk about Jeopardy! champion Jamie Ding. They also highlight a kind Domino’s driver and chat with Neal Rubin about his…
'JR MorningJamie’s Halfway Mark: Cancer Fight, NFL Draft, and a New Podcast!
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with Jamie Edmonds about her cancer journey. She discusses her new podcast, “Angels Along the Way,” and…
'JR MorningSpring Home Checklist: What to Fix Before Your House Hates You
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk home improvements. Ken Calverley, the “Outside guy,” shares spring home care tips. Find The Inside…
'JR MorningCongressman Barrett: Reining in “Endless Wars” and Planting the Seeds of Change
April 24, 2026 ~ Congressman Tom Barrett discusses his legislation to reassert Congress’s war power authority. Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson cover the impact…
'JR MorningDurango: Still King of the Road
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with Matt McAlear, Dodge and Chrysler CEO. They discuss why the Dodge Durango remains popular, despite…
'JR MorningLions Bag a Tiger: Blake Miller Joins the Den!
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Detroit Lions legend and color commentator, Lomas Brown. They discuss Blake Miller joining the…
'JR MorningSpud-tacular Science: MSU’s New Potato Power!
April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with David Douches, director of the MSU Potato Breeding and Genetics Program. They discuss how his team…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 23, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Pistons’ win, the Tigers’ series, and the NFL Draft. They also cover political news, market…
'JR MorningLions’ Draft Night: Will They Pounce or Play It Cool at Pick 17?
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Matt Dery, an analyst from Locked On Lions, about the NFL Draft. They also review the new Michael…
'JR MorningCheeky Choices: When Turning the Other Cheek Turns into a Trust Tangle
April 23, 2026 ~ Dr. Steve Craig joins Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson for Therapy Thursday. They discuss a listener’s marriage struggles. Is walking away…
'JR MorningAI: Your New Coworker (Who Never Steals Your Lunch)
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Dr. Dave Schippers about AI’s impact on business and employees. They covered rising AI adoption…
'JR MorningMarkets Are Like a Toddler: Too Excited for the Future to Listen to the News!
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Chris Alberta, President of Principium Tactical Wealth Management. They discuss market reactions to…
'JR MorningPistons Shell-Shock Magic, Even Series
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Shawn Windsor, sports columnist for the Detroit Free Press. They discuss the Pistons’ win over the…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ April 22, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the extended Iran ceasefire, the political landscape, and the financial impact of the Strait of Hormuz…
'JR MorningDetroit’s New Tool Bank: Lending a Hand (and Hammer!) to the Community!
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dave Bartek, Executive Director of the Detroit Tool Bank, about their grand opening and community…
'JR MorningGovernment Funding: A Political Pickle!
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with White House Deputy Press Secretary Abigail Jackson about Homeland Security funding. The department…
'JR MorningNew Bill Aims to Deter Police Chases
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with State Representative Rylee Linting. She discussed her bill to increase penalties for fleeing…
'JR MorningPancreatic Cancer: A Pill Popping Game Changer?
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Dr. Philip Philip, co-leader of the Pancreatic Cancer Program at Henry Ford Health, about a…
'JR MorningDemocrats’ “Big Tent” Convention Turns Into a Three-Ring Circus
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with M.L. Elrick, Detroit Free Press government watchdog columnist. They discuss the recent chaotic…
'JR MorningCeasefire Extended: Iran’s Internal Strife and U.S. Strategy
April 22, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Rocky Raczkowski, a retired U.S. Army Reserves Lieutenant Colonel. They discussed the extended…