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
Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?
Ladies' corsets saved Warren Dunes? Well.....yeah. Read the article and take a look at the photos!
The Town Known as “The Gateway to Michigan” – New Buffalo, Berrien County
Stumbled upon after a shipwreck in 1834, it took another hundred years for this place to be officially titled "The Gateway to Michigan'"...details and old photos are here!
The Sad Fate of Leslie & Faye Purman, November 27, 1966: Luce County, Michigan
A couple tried to walk to safety during a blizzard with unfortunate results. Another couple was stranded in the snow for 13 days eating junk food. Here are details on both...
Inside a Burnt and Abandoned Motel with Swimming Pool: Flint, Michigan
A section of this motel suffered a major blaze that ruined so much stuff that otherwise could have been salvaged.....
It Was a Michigan Favorite, but Who Remembers O-So Pop? Detroit, Michigan
O-So ranks up there with Faygo, Towne Club, and Hi-Klas, right or wrong? Here's some brief background and a few photos...
Memories of WJRT-TV 12, Flint
Back when local TV stations had to come up with their own programs, WJRT had some of the best ones. Have a look...
Inside Some Various Old Michigan Offices: 1890-1931
Would YOU have been able to work comfortably in one of these stuffy offices? Take a look at some old Michigan offices.....
Michigan’s ‘Ben Franklin’ Stores: 1927-1970s
Why did the owners choose the name 'Ben Franklin'? There's a reason and you'll find it here.....
The Lighthouse That Possibly Witnessed Most Shipwrecks: Crisp Point, Michigan
Wrecks in the Great Lakes have been happening ever since their were ships and boats. From 1858-1975 many of them occurred near this lighthouse.....
Art Cervi, Michigan’s Most Popular Bozo the Clown, 1967-1980: Detroit
He wasn't Detroit's first Bozo, but he was the longest-lasting and most popular. Here are photos and details!