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
Inside the Benjamin Siegel Mansion: Detroit, Michigan
Benjamin Siegel was Michigan's #1 entrepreneur of women's wear for over 100 years, from 1881-1990. Here's a look inside his lavish mansion...
Before Self-Service, Texaco Stations Pampered Its Customers
Texaco Service Stations meant just that: SERVICE. Up to 4 guys would run out to your car and take care of you. Here are a few photos and details...
Inside the Dome of the Capitol Building: Lansing, Michigan
Capitol tours are cool, but here's one place they won't take you...up into the dome. Take a look here and see what you may have missed...
Remains of a Deserted Church Camp, Hidden in the Warren Dunes Woods
Hidden back in the Warren Dunes woods are the remains of an old church camp that closed (and burned down) in the 1980s. Here are some images...
Most Famous Person From Each Michigan County, Part 7: Muskegon-Ottawa
Here is Part 7 as we feature Michigan's (Supposedly) Most Famous from the counties Muskegon thru Ottawa.....
Deserted in Detroit: Craig’s Chapel Baptist Church
Closed and deserted since 1999, this church started out as a bank in 1923. Here are some photos inside and out...
Abandoned: The House of Judah Religious Camp in Allegan County, Michigan
Have a look at what is believed to be leftovers from the controversial House of Judah camp in Allegan County.....
Kowalski Meats: Created and (Still) Made in Michigan
I hadn't seen any Kowalski meat products for YEARS until recently.....Where has it been hiding? Here's a brief bio and a photo gallery...
The Worst Thing About Living in Michigan
What's the worst thing about living in Michigan? See if you agree with the final determination...
Michigan Is the #1 Producer of Chestnuts in the United States
Ohio calls itself 'The Buckeye State"...but Michigan is the one who produces the most. Here's some brief info...