John Robinson was raised in Stockbridge and began his media career at age 15 playing bass guitar and singing in a local rock band. From there he went into radio after receiving his license in 1974, along with being a TV host, author (ten books published to date), columnist, actor, producer, and emcee. He's been honored as Contributor of the Year by Townsquare Media and has also received a President's Club Award. His passions are all kinds of pop culture and Michigan history.
John Robinson
The Uninhabited Poverty Island and Deserted Lighthouse: Delta County, Michigan
It's one of Michigan's less-traveled & visited islands. Here's a look at this remote island and it's deserted lighthouse...
Abandoned Detroit Neighborhoods: April, 2023
It's a sad sight we're very familiar with: abandoned neighborhoods in Detroit. Here are some images that were taken back in April 2023...
A Look Inside Michigan’s Old Drug Stores: 1900-1960
"The old drug stores, they ain't what they used to be..." no kidding. They used to be fun - now we just wait in line. Here's a look inside 30 old Michigan drug stores from 1900-1960...
School Photos of 20 Michigan Celebrities
Here are school photos of some of your favorite (and maybe not so favorite) Michigan celebrities: David Spade, Bob Seger, Robin Williams, Jeff Daniels, Diana Ross, and a few surprises. Take a look...
Teddy Roosevelt’s Bird Refuge – The Huron Islands: Lake Superior, Michigan
Islands Formed by a Sunken Mountain Range? Some believe so. Here's some background and photos of Michigan's Huron islands...
The Youngest County in Michigan: Formed in 1891
It went down in history as having "the fattest iron ore stashes in the entire world." Here are some vintage photos of our youngest county, from 1900-1940s...
“The Most Sumptuous Building in Michigan” – Wayne County Courthouse, Detroit
Offices began moving out in the 1950s and the city gave up on it in the 70s. Here's a brief backstory on the impressive Wayne County Courthouse...
Oopsy the Clown: Detroit’s #1 Kid Show, 1967-1990s
Oopsy even beat out Bozo when it came to popularity. Here's an overview of the character, the man behind him, and the program...
Sandwich and Pie for a Dime: Automats Come To Michigan, 1921
Slip in a coin, out comes a sandwich...or pie...or salad. Automats were a rage, especially after WW2 and Michigan had their share. Here's some brief automat history and some photos...
The Only Michigan Town That Was Intentionally Created To Be Integrated: 1856
This Michigan town made it a point to be integrated, no matter what the laws of the mid-1800s stated! Here's some very interesting reading and vintage photos...