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 Deserted House of the ‘Cat Lady’, Saginaw
She had 100 cats...a leopard...and possibly a panther. Now take a look inside the old mansion of the late 'Cat Lady' of Saginaw before its restoration...
Abandoned Houses Found in the Michigan Thumb
Yeah, there's lots of these in Northern Michigan, but try exploring the Michigan Thumb once in a while! Take a look...
The Longest Swamp in Michigan
Michigan's longest swamp? It may not be the one you think it is. Here's the answer...
Michigan Once Had the World’s Largest Mall – Northland Mall in Southfield
Michigan was home to the World's Largest Shopping Mall, now it's demolished. Photos of the inside (when it was abandoned) are here...
Two-Way Inn: The Oldest and Most Haunted Bar in Detroit, Michigan
Civil War Colonel Philetus Norris was a busy guy...why would he bother to haunt this old bar of his? Here are some details...
An Escaped Slave Founded Mass City in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan: 1848
After finding freedom in Michigan, Noel Johnson furthered his luck when he discovered a rich vein of copper. Here's his story and some vintage photos of Mass City...
Comedian Lily Tomlin: Here’s the House She Grew Up In: Detroit, Michigan
Born and raised in Michigan, Lily Tomlin became one of the country's favorite comedians and actresses. Here's a look at the house where she grew up...
The Story Behind Protar’s Tomb: Beaver Island, Michigan
For some who have never visited Beaver Island, this tomb in the woods has kept 'em wondering. Here's the story behind it...
Here are the Locations of the Childhood Homes of Sonny Bono: Detroit, Michigan
Sonny & Cher were rock's top husband-and-wife team during the 1960s. Here's a look at the Michigan homes where Sonny spent his early childhood...
LEGENDARY MICHIGAN HAUNT: Re-visiting the Ada Witch
It's one of Michigan's most legendary hauntings that rears it's head once again...Here's the story, the legend, and the haunting!
Abraham Lincoln’s First & Only Speech To a Michigan Audience, 1856
Abe Lincoln gave a speech in Michigan only once, to endorse someone else for president. Details & location are here...
Old Log Homestead Found Abandoned in the Woods: Upper Peninsula, Michigan
This deserted U.P. house hid a secret behind its plastered walls for approximately a century. The discovery revealed it was older than originally thought. Details are here...