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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 MorningYoung Voters are Saying “Show Me the Money!” (and Healthcare, and Housing, and…)
July 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Kaitlyn Buss, assistant editorial page editor at The Detroit News. They discuss how Abdul El-Sayed connects with young…
'JR MorningCox Throws Down: Outsourcing, Education, and Throwing Shade!
July 9, 2026 ~ Former Attorney General Mike Cox joined Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson. Cox discussed the GOP gubernatorial debate, focusing on education…
'JR MorningMistakes Happen, But “Blame Without Boundaries” Is a Big No-No!
July 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dr. Steve Craig of Craig Consulting and Craig Counseling Services. They discuss how companies handle…
'JR MorningBots and Baddies: How AI Ups the Hacking Ante
July 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Gregory Laidlaw, Cybersecurity Department Chair at the University of Detroit. They discussed AI’s…
'JR MorningDOJ to Send Election Monitors to Michigan Cities
July 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Peter J. Hammer, Director of the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights, about the DOJ sending…
'JR MorningBudget Airlines: A Penny Saved, A Corner Cut?
July 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Mary Schiavo, former Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Transportation. They discuss Frontier…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 8, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss escalating Middle East hostilities, a Michigan parasitic illness outbreak, and Detroit sports. They also…
'JR MorningCampaigns: All Sizzle, No Steak?
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Republican strategist Andrea Bitely. They discussed political campaigns. The talk centered on the…
'JR MorningNo More Secret Stock Shenanigans for Public Servants
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet’s “No Profiting from Public Service Act.” It bans stock trading and…
'JR Morning“Death Rate Drop: Is It Too Soon to Party?”
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Arline Geronimus, a professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. They discuss new…
'JR MorningCyclosporiasis Outbreak in Michigan
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Dr. Teena Chopra, Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University, about rising cyclosporiasis cases…
'JR MorningSocialism on the Rise: What’s the Deal?
July 8, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Detroit City Councilman Denzel McCampbell about the rise of democratic socialism. McCampbell…
'JR MorningObama's Shadow Looms Large...Still
July 7, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Michael Radtke, Sterling Heights Councilman, about the influence the Barack Obama has over the…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 7, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 7, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson learn about Wayne State University's new Public Health School; ask why the UAW's Shawn Fain is having conflicts…
'JR MorningGas Prices Dropping...Can It Continue?
July 7, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk to Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy.com. Patrick tells us that Michigan's gas prices…
'JR MorningFain vs. Federal Watchdog: A Union Rumble!
July 7, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss UAW tensions with Marick Masters, Professor Emeritus of Management at Wayne State. They explore Shawn…
'JR MorningWayne State to Open New Public Health School
July 7, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Dr. Bernard Costello, Senior Vice President of Health Affairs at Wayne State University. They discuss…
'JR Morning'JR Morning ~ Full Episode ~ July 6, 2026
'JR Morning ~ Full Episode ~ July 6, 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of…
'JR MorningJamie Edmonds Shares Part of Her Journey on JR Morning
July 6, 2026 ~ WJR host Jamie Edmonds joins co-host Chris Renwick to play a segment from the latest episodes of "Jamie's Journey." Hosted by Simplecast, an…
'JR MorningWhat Oil Tankers Are Facing in the Strait of Hormuz
July 6, 2026 ~ Fox News radio anchor and WJR contributor Eben Brown talks to Chris Renwick about the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz amid tense…
'JR MorningBusiness Headlines with Crain's Detroit
June 6, 2026 ~ Mike Lee of Crain's Detroit joins Chris Renwick to discuss recent budget bills out of Lansing, the Novi Convention Center, and Michigan State…
'JR MorningMcMorrow Is Out, What's Next For the Democrat Primary?
July 6, 2026 ~ Craig Mauger, a state politics reporter for The Detroit News, joins Chris Renwick to discuss State Sen. Mallory McMorrow dropping out of the…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 2, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick talk about the 1 year anniversary of the Working Families Tax Cuts; learns about a new book about the Founding Fathers; learns…
'JR MorningChecking In With JR Morning's Jamie Edmonds
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick checks in with co-host Jamie Edmonds to get an update on her health and to preview this week's episode of 'Jamie's Journey'…
'JR MorningWorld Cup Fever: From Vegas to Detroit!
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Keith Baldwin, co-owner of The Regal Eagle pub, about the World Cup. They discuss the tournament’s intensity, fan…
'JR MorningJohn Jay: The Forgotten Founder Who Got Stuff Done!
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Jonathan Den Hartog, Chair and Professor of Howard College of Arts and Sciences at Samford University. They discuss…
'JR MorningFord Fest: A Ride Through History
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Ted Ryan, Ford Archives and Heritage Brand Manager, about Ford’s 123-year history. They discuss the “Driving America…
'JR MorningSibling Squabbles: When Adult Kids Just Can’t Get Along!
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Dr. Steve Craig discussed family conflict. They debated how to address an adult son’s rude behavior towards his sister and the…
'JR MorningTummy Trouble: Michigan Battles Mysterious Parasite Outbreak
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick spoke with Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian about a parasitic infection in Michigan. Over 225 cases have been reported in 21 counties. They…
'JR MorningFounding Fathers: They Read Books, We Read Them
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick talks with Dr. Tim Nash, Senior Vice President Emeritus at Northwood University. They discuss Nash’s new book, “Books and the…
'JR MorningLawmakers Can’t Pass the Ball (or Bills)
July 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Congressman Tim Walberg. They discuss the Save America Act, the National Defense Authorization Act, and the impact of…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ July 1, 2026 ~ Full Show
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick discusses Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes. It also covers the Michigan budget, James…
'JR MorningHarris Helps Michigan Budget Battle
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick talks with Representative Mike Harris about Michigan’s budget. They discuss positive discussions and no new tax hikes. Plus, a…
'JR MorningHeatwave Horrors: How Hot Weather Hurts Your Wallet and Work!
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Catherina Gioino, News Editor at Fortune. They discuss heat waves affecting global work productivity and GDP. This…
'JR MorningMichigan’s Childcare Program: A Tri-Share Triumph!
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick spoke with State Representative Greg Van Woerkom about Michigan’s Tri-Share Childcare Program. This program makes childcare…
'JR MorningMoon Base Bound: NASA’s $600 Million Space Spree!
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Fox News reporter Ebben Brown discuss NASA’s $20 billion Moon base project. NASA awarded $600 million in contracts to private…
'JR MorningBuckle Up: Why Transportation is Key to Your Next Car
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick spoke with Gary Horton, CEO of ACI Transport, about the automotive industry’s transportation challenges. They discussed regulatory…
'JR MorningRevolutionary Roots: Tracing Family Trees with the Daughters of the American Revolution
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Judy Van Popperin, Michigan State Co-Chair of America 250 with Michigan Daughters of the American Revolution. Judy…
'JR MorningMadison: The Man, The Myth, The (Not So Physically) Large Legend
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Jack Rakove, a Stanford University professor, about James Madison. They discuss Madison’s lasting impact on the U.S…
'JR MorningBirthright Citizenship: The Supreme Court Says “Life Goes On!”
July 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Reggie Pacis, an immigration law attorney. They discuss the Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship. Pacis…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ June 30, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick goes solo this morning, he talks about Benjamin Franklin as part of America's 250th celebration; learns why Ford has been named…
'JR MorningPets Need To Stay Cool Too!!!
June 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick talks with Mike Palmer, Owner of Premier Pet Supply, about how to keep your pets safe in this extreme heat. Hosted by Simplecast…
'JR MorningMallory McMorrow: From State Senate to D.C. Dreamer!
June 30, 2026 ~ Senator Mallory McMorrow spoke with Chris Renwick. She discussed her U.S. Senate campaign, recent endorsement, and her commitment to delivering…
'JR MorningSchool Budget Blues: Michigan’s K-12 Funding in Limbo
June 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick spoke with Robert McCann, Executive Director of the K-12 Alliance of Michigan, about the impending state budget deadline. They…
'JR MorningMail-In Ballots: Supreme Court Says “Later, Dudes!” (But Not Too Late)
June 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Matthew Schneider, former U.S. Attorney, about the Supreme Court’s decision on mail-in ballots. They also discuss…
'JR MorningBen Franklin: The OG of Awesome
June 30, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick speaks with Luke Hopley, a National Park Service Ranger, about Benjamin Franklin. They discuss Franklin’s impact on early…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ June 29, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield host a lively show. They discuss summer heat safety and the closing of a historic church. They…
'JR MorningFrom Mayoral Memories to Tax Talk: Horace Sheffield and Eric Sabree Join JR Morning!
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson hosts Rev. Horace Sheffield and Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree. Sabree discusses the Treasurer’s role in collecting taxes and…
'JR MorningDetroit’s Denzel McCampbell: Talkin’ Teens, Takeovers, and Timely Topics!
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield welcomed Detroit City Councilman Denzel McCampbell. They discussed Democratic Socialism and solutions…
'JR MorningFormer Police Chief James White on Mental Health Care
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield welcome James White, CEO of Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. White discusses mental health, the…
'JR MorningNumbers Don’t Lie: A Radio Host’s Lottery Woes and Media Triumphs
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson hosts Reverend Horace Sheffield and Gerald W. Smith, President of G.W. Smith and Associates. They discuss community engagement…
'JR MorningMarch Of Dimes: Driving for Dimes and Doing Good!
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield speak with Stephanie Worth, Executive Director of Market Impact for the March of Dimes. They discuss…
'JR MorningDABO Detroit: Snappy Solutions for a Stronger City!
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson hosts with Rev. Horace Sheffield. Dr. Kenyatta Snapp, DABO Detroit COO, discusses workforce development. The program connects…
'JR MorningDABO Detroit: Where Community Power Shops for Change (and Free Stuff!)
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Reverend Horace Sheffield welcome Chantelle Watkins, DABO Detroit’s Organizing Director. She discusses community safety and…
'JR MorningDetroit Legacy: From Parts to Putts
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield speak with Chris DuComb, President of W.C. DuComb Company. They discuss the company’s long history in…
'JR MorningDetroit’s Business Beat and Bonus Checks
June 29, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Rev. Horace Sheffield speak with Mike Lee, managing editor of Crain’s Detroit Business. They discuss Michigan House bills…
'JR MorningJR Morning ~ June 26, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 26, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson find out why some UAW members want Shawn Fain removed; talk about the Declaration of Independence and Founding…
'JR MorningHannan Center ~ Helping Seniors In The City
June 26, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd talk with Vincent Tilford, President & CEO of Hannan Center, the oldest aging services center in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast…
'JR MorningJamie's Journey Brings Her Back To Us!
June 26, 2026 ~ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for…
'JR MorningUSA Hockey and the NHL Draft
June 26, 2026 ~ USA Hockey U18 coach Kevin Porter discusses the NHL draft with Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…