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“WJR Spotlight” presents leaders from across industries, government, and community for discussions focused on the growth and prosperity of the Southeast Michigan region.
Unknown Host hosts WJR Spotlight, a business show with 125 episodes published.
July 9, 2026 ~ Detroit officials dedicated a new $160 million DDOT Operations and Maintenance Complex designed to improve bus reliability and support the city's transit system. Mayor Mary Sheffield, U.S. Rep. Rashida Tla
July 7, 2026 ~ Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox criticized Rep. John James' business ties to imports from China and outlined his manufacturing agenda during a media event outside James Group Internati
June 28, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne explores Magnolia by the Lakes in Keego Harbor, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with historical reenactments. The event features actors portraying figures like George Washington and Bet
June 4, 2026 ~ The Detroit Region Aerotropolis is a prime location for development in Southeast Michigan, with 6,000 acres of land and strong community cooperation. Chris Renwick and local leaders discuss how communities
May 9, 2026 ~ Dr. Solomon Cogan, owner and director of the Nerve and Disc Institute, shares his personal journey from a wrestling injury that inspired his mission to heal pain by addressing root causes rather than just m
April 29, 2026 ~ This WJR Spotlight episode explores how DTE Energy’s efficiency programs help organizations — from local businesses to K 12 schools — slash energy waste, reduce operating costs, and create safer, more co
April 18, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni discusses the upcoming FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway with Joe Fowler, the track’s president. They talk about the fan experience, the importance of the race to man
April 16, 2026 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne hosts a powerful special on Sexual Assault Awareness Month where she talks to a familiar voice about his story and a local organization helping survivors. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads
April 13, 2026 ~ Senior Vice President of Global Propulsion Systems Engineering at Stellantis N.V. Micky Bly speaks with WJR Digital Contributor Nick Lundberg about what students will experience during the four-year inno
April 13, 2026 ~ Ken Morris, Senior Vice President of Product Programs, Product Safety, Integration and Motorsports at General Motors, speaks with WJR Digital Reporter Nick Lundberg on the diversity of schools taking pla
April 9, 2026 ~ Prescription drug prices keep rising, but a little‑known federal program is playing a major role in how hospitals are managing costs and protect patient access. In this WJR Spotlight, Paul W. Smith talks
April 9, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith and Elizabeth Cutter discussed the 340B Drug Pricing Program, a federal initiative from 1992 that requires drug manufacturers to offer outpatient drugs at reduced prices to eligible safety-n
March 31, 2026 ~ In her first State of the City address, Mayor Mary Sheffield lays out a neighborhood‑centered agenda focused on housing, families, youth, and long‑term investment across Detroit. Photo: Kimberly P. Mitch
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February 27, 2026 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel calls in to talk to Anthony Bellino, Lomas Brown and Marie Osborne at the 2026 Salvation Army Bed and Bread Radiothon. Text BREAD to 24365 to donate. Hosted by Simp
February 19, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley and Kaitlyn Buss talk gubernatorial race, faith in America and the state of education in Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ab
February 19, 2026 ~ Angelique Power is the President & CEO of The Skillman Foundation takes stock of Michigan's educational system with Nolan Finley and Kaitlyn Buss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:/
February 19, 2026 ~ Reverend Solomon Kinloch Jr. of Triumph Church discusses faith in America with Nolan Finley and Kaitlyn Buss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information abou
February 19, 2026 ~ Craig Mauger, State politics reporter Detroit News and Steve Mitchell, CEO Mitchell Research & Communications, Inc. discuss the Governor's race with Nolan Finley and Kaitlyn Buss. Hosted by Simplecast
February 5, 2026 ~ Mike Parsons sits down with Mark McDaniel, President and CEO of Cinnaire, a non profit community development financial organization whose main focus is quality, safe and affordable housing and communit
Carson Hocevar
NASCAR Cup Series driver · Spire
1 appearance on this show
Steve Mitchell
police officer and real estate agent · Mitchell Research & Communications, Inc.
1 appearance on this show
Jim Farley
Healthcare & Life Sciences Director · Leichtag Foundation
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Solomon Cogan
Nerve and Disc Institute
1 appearance on this show
Tom DeKeyser
Whitmore Lake Public Schools
1 appearance on this show
Jeremy Cappello
DTE Energy
1 appearance on this show
Jim Wise
FireKeepers Casino
1 appearance on this show
Marie Osborne
WJR
2 appearances on this show
Micky Bly
Stellantis N.V.
1 appearance on this show
Ken Morris
General Motors
1 appearance on this show
Elizabeth Kutter
Michigan Health and Hospital Association
1 appearance on this show
Angelique Power
The Skillman Foundation
1 appearance on this show
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