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Fri., May 24 through Sun., May 26, 2024 | Please join us for a vibrant weekend celebration at Cristo Rey Fiesta! There will be music, authentic Mexican cuisine, El Mercado, and more.
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EAST LANSING, MI; May 8, 2024 – WKAR Public Media is pleased announce the premiere of the newest season of Curious Crew this Saturday, May 11, at 10:30 am ET on WKAR-TV in Michigan’s capital region and streaming.
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Today’s radio programming is made possible in part by a contribution wishing John Dirkx a happy birthday and a year of wonderful adventures.
PODCAST: Michigan Minute
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Eliza Seaman Leggett, born in 1815, was a key figure in the Underground Railroad, offering refuge to many enslaved individuals in Michigan. She advocated for women's suffrage, public water access in Detroit, and supported American literature. Recognized for her humanitarianism, she was inducted into the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame in 2003.
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Dulé Hill connects with artists using their craft to rewrite their narrative.
Dr. M. Sanjayan investigates urgent efforts to help coral reefs survive climate change.
Actor John Lithgow goes back to school to celebrate the power of arts education.
Dulé Hill explores how music can provide solace and healing in Appalachia.
Correspondents Edition. Panel discusses polling data around the Presidential Rrce and U.S. Senate.
Topic: Lots of primary challengers for incumbents. Guest: Rep, Dylan Wegela (D).
Former House Speaker gets charged. Guest: Mark Grebner
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Fri., March 1, April 5, May 24, and June 7 at 10:40AM on 90.5 FM & STREAMING | Tune in on these select Fridays to enjoy the magical sounds of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. -
Emma Harper/UnsplashSaturdays, May 4 - May 25 at 12PM on 90.5 FM & STREAMING | Enjoy music from around the mitten each Saturday with Great Lakes Concerts!
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Jono EatanThe esports team is new to MSU’s line-up, but its members found the way to click quickly and win. -
Teresa HerzogRoger Mourad Jr.'s debut, Road Trip to the Future, focuses on the journey of two men across Michigan as they search for a mutual friend. -
City of LansingLansing City Council is appointing Greg Venker as its new city attorney after Jim Smiertka resigned from the position last month. -
Arjun Thakkar/WKAR-MSUAll Things Considered host Sophia Saliby talks with WKAR's Politics and Civics reporter Arjun Thakkar about the commissioners who will be responsible for reviewing and amending Lansing’s charter.
PODCAST: ¿Qué Onda Michigan?
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En el episodio de mayo de 2024 de ¿Qué Onda Michigan?, discutimos la salud mental y el impacto que el trauma puede tener, así como las formas de sanarlo.
MSU Today
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Spirituality is declining in the United States if you focus on religious affiliation, but that isn’t the whole story according to Morgan Shipley, associate professor of religious studies at Michigan State University.
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