Category Archives: Content ~ JR Morning
Detroit Pistons Facing Elimination in Game 5 Against Orlando
April 29, 2026 ~ DraftKings NBA analyst Julian Edlow dives into the Pistons' odds for tonight's matchup and how betting lines have shifted since the start of the series.DETROIT, MICH. ~ The East's top...
Apr 29, 2026
Former FBI Director Comey Indicted Over '86 47' Post
PODCAST: April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Barbara McQuade, University of Michigan law professor and former U.S. Attorney, about James Comey's second indictment. They discuss...
Apr 29, 2026
King Charles Visits 9/11 Memorial in NYC
PODCAST: April 29, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Royal Watcher Kristen Meisner. They discuss King Charles III's historic address to Congress seeking bipartisan support and subtly pu...
Apr 29, 2026
King Charles Highlights Bond Between U.S., U.K. in Congress Address
PODCAST: April 28, 2026 ~ 'JR Afternoon host Ryan Ermanni reports from the King Charles address in D.C.WASHINGTON D.C. ~ King Charles III became the first British monarch to address Congress since 199...
Apr 28, 2026
Accused White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting Suspect Charged With Attempting to Assassinate President Trump
PODCAST: April 28, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss rhetoric with Mike Rogers, a former FBI agent and Senate candidate. They cover political division, security, and Melania Trump's call ...
Apr 28, 2026
IndyCar Driver David Malukas Makes Pit Stop at WJR Before Detroit Grand Prix
PODCAST: April 27, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with David Malukas, Team Penske driver. David talks about the Detroit Grand Prix, race strategy, and mental toughness. He also shares his...
Apr 27, 2026 Photo: Andrew Nelles ~ USA TODAY NETWORK
Metro Detroit's Bookstock Returns April 26 - May 3
PODCAST: April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds first talk about Jeopardy! champion Jamie Ding. They also chat with Neal Rubin about his Bookstock event in metro Detroit.LIVO...
Apr 24, 2026
Jamie's Halfway Mark: WJR Host Announces New Podcast, Gives Update on Cancer Journey
PODCAST: April 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with Jamie Edmonds about her cancer journey. She discusses her new podcast, "Jamie's Journey: Angels Along the Way," and the support she'...
Apr 24, 2026
'We Can't Pretend That These Things Are Working:' Rep. Barrett Seeks War Power Restorations for Congress to Reign In 'Endless Wars'
PODCAST: April 24, 2026 ~ Congressman Tom Barrett discusses his legislation to reassert Congress's war power authority. Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson cover the impact of endless wars and future serv...
Apr 24, 2026
Iran Seizes Two Cargo Ships in Strait of Hormuz and Collects First Toll Revenue After Trump Extends Ceasefire
PODCASTS: April 23, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Lisa McClain joins Kevin Dietz to talk about the news of the day and what is going on in the political world in Michigan.IRAN ~ The Strait of Hormuz remains a ...
Apr 23, 2026
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June 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Chad Livengood, politics editor and columnist at The Detroit News. They discuss data center secrecy and the lack of transparency, a major cause of distrust in Michigan.
June 1, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson chat with Brian Burchette, media coordinator, and Genevieve Benson, operations manager for Monroe Community Media, about Stephen Colbert appearing on Monroe Public Access after his CBS show was cancelled.
June 1, 2026 ~ Schupan Recycling President Tom Emmerich weighs in on proposed changes to Michigan’s bottle deposit system and what it could mean for consumers.
