On Hand

Michigan Public
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Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special. To share a story or submit your questions, head to michiganpublic.org/onhand If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Off Hand: A dangerous dune story

    Matt Parker brings us a summer camp story about a childhood friend's tumble down the Sleeping Bear Dunes. The incident resulted in bloodstained shirts and an ambulance ride. Find last week's episode of On Hand here.  Find Ride of Passage, a podcast about Matt Parker's journey across the country on horseback, here. Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here: Online Submission Form Call us: 734-764-7840 Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min
  2. Does a Sleeping Bear rescue really cost $3000?

    SEP 19

    Does a Sleeping Bear rescue really cost $3000?

    We learned what goes into a rescue at the Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, what situations require a rescue, and how to not need one yourself. Plus, a secret hack if you want to experience the "dune drop" in a less intense way. See pictures of the old and new signage here Check out our handy travel map here Learn more about the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive (and #9 Overlook) here Learn more about the Dune Climb here GUEST: Mike Kohl, preventative search and rescue ranger Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here: Online Submission Form Call us: 734-764-7840 Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min

  3. SEP 12

    Off Hand: In defense of "Michiganian"

    Chad Livengood is a Michiganian. Like... he's never going to be a "Michigander". It doesn't ring true to his ear, and his employer, The Detroit News, doesn't recognize "Michigander" in it's style guide - it prefers "Michiganian". And it's this commitment to style that landed Livengood at odds with Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Here's Chad's Off Hand story. GUEST: Chad Livengood, politics editor, The Detroit News Now we want to hear from you!Do you have a highly specific Michigan story to tell? Tell us about it!What questions do you have about Michigan? We'll investigate! Submit them here.Or drop us a voicemail, if picking up a phone doesn't freak you out: 734-647-7840Like this kind of local content? Support Michigan Public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min
  4. Why do we call ourselves Michiganders?

    SEP 5

    Why do we call ourselves Michiganders?

    Poll after poll shows folks in Michigan prefer to call themselves "Michiganders" rather than "Michiganian". Why, though? Why did we start calling ourselves something so strange? Are we just a bunch of Michi-geese? It all started with a slave-holding senator, his run for president, and a run-in with Abraham Lincoln. We've got the goods answering all your burning Michigan questions, beginning with our statewide identity. GUEST: Jamon Jordan, official historian, City of DetroitNow we want to hear from you!Do you hate being called a Michigander and prefer Michiganian? Tell us about it!What questions do you have about Michigan? We'll investigate! Submit them here.Or drop us a voicemail, if picking up a phone doesn't freak you out: 734-647-7840Like this kind of local content? Support Michigan Public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min

  5. AUG 21

    Michigan Public Introduces: On Hand

    The team that produces Michigan Public's Stateside introduces a new podcast answering listener questions about our weird and wonderful state! Our first few episodes will answer: Why do we call ourselves "Michiganders"? How many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year?  Why we say "pop" instead of "soda"? To submit your own questions, or share a story, fill out our handy form! To find more On Hand episodes, head to: michiganpublic.org/onhand If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2 min
  • 5 Episodes

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About

Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special. To share a story or submit your questions, head to michiganpublic.org/onhand If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

Information

  • Creator
    Michigan Public
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2025
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Michigan Radio
  • Show Website
    On Hand

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