WJR Spotlight brings you a wide range of expert-driven conversations, airing select weeknights from 7 to 9 p.m. From health and business, to education, events, and beyond, these programs connect listeners with insights, solutions, and opportunities across today’s most relevant topics.

SPOTLIGHT PODCASTS:

June 4, 2026 ~ Offering a broader look at the Aerotropolis as a regional growth platform, this episode explores how land availability, transportation infrastructure, and emerging technologies are creating new opportunities for business expansion and supply chain efficiency. The discussion emphasizes how collaboration across jurisdictions is turning geographic advantage into competitive advantage. Guests include City of Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight, City of Taylor Mayor Tim Woolley, Van Buren Charter Township Supervisor Kevin McNamara, and Huron Charter Township Supervisor Kelly Trombly.

May 9, 2025 ~ Still dealing with back, nerve, or knee pain that just won’t go away? In this episode, Dr. Saul Kogan of the Nerve and Disc Institute explains how non-surgical treatments are helping patients address the root cause of conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and neuropathy, often restoring function and hope. If you’re tired of temporary fixes and ready to explore real options for lasting relief, this conversation could change how you think about healing.

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 comfortable spaces. You’ll hear how smarter lighting, HVAC upgrades, and expert guidance turn savings into real educational and operational gains. Guests include DTE Energy Efficiency Program Manager Jeremy Cappello and Whitmore Lake Public Schools Superintendent Tom DeKeyser.

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 manufacturers, and the strong partnership with FireKeepers Casino. The show also features an interview with NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar and FireKeepers Casino’s VP of Marketing Jim Wise, highlighting the excitement and unique aspects of the event and the casino.

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 with Elizabeth Kutter of the Michigan Health and Hospital Association about how the 340B Drug Pricing Program works, who it helps, and what’s at stake for Michigan patients and communities if it changes. Presented by the MHA.