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 Vicksburg Spiritualist Camp – Kalamazoo County, Michigan: 1884-1900s
Spiritualism was at its peak in the late 1800s-early 1900s, and Michigan had its share of Spiritualist camps. Check out this one that popped up in Vicksburg...
Old Michigan Sinclair Gas Stations: 1920s-1960s
Once upon a time, travelers looked forward to seeing the sign with the big green brontosaurus, now gone. Here's a quick look at some of Michigan's Sinclair gas stations...
Inside a Discontinued Taco Bell in Warren, Michigan
It looks as if it was a pretty decent Taco Bell, so why did it close? Here's a look inside...
Blackmailer, Pickpocket, Shoplifter, Thief: Sophie Lyons of Detroit: 1848-1924
The first time she was arrested, she was three years old...she was even put on trial...and that was just the beginning. Here's more about Detroit's notorious Sophie Lyons...
The Most Remote State Park in Michigan
Monster fish, black bear, and remote campsites you have to hike to. Sound good? Take a look at Michigan's Most Remote State Park...
The Remains of Old 1700s Kilns Still Stand on Michigan’s Lime Island
Old stone kilns, a 1912 school house and more are just some of the cool things to see when you visit Lime Island! Here are photos so you can see for yourself...
Collapsed and Abandoned House in the Wolf Lake Woods: Van Buren County, Michigan
Along the lake back in the woods, there's nothing left of this house but a graffiti-soaked chimney and a water-filled foundation. Here are some images...
A Luxurious Look Inside (Haunted) Henderson Castle: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Currently a B&B, spirits are said to inhabit this historic castle, including those of Frank & Mary Henderson. Here's an extended look inside...
Take a Look Inside Bo Schembechler’s Former Home: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Here's a look inside the Ann Arbor home of legendary U-M coach Bo Schembechler (1929-2006)...
Michigan’s Worst Blizzards: 1880-1920s
You think that recent snowfall we had was a pain? Take a look at what our Michigan ancestors put up with between 1880-1920s...