WMKT - Week In Review: Recent Episodes
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WMKT and WMBN morning news host Nick Rhudy looks back on the most important news stories from the week before. He will give you more in-depth coverage of news stories covered during his morning newscasts.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, September 19th to September 23rd. Stories highlighted by an update to the Lee Chatfield Investigation/scandal, Governor Whitmer and Tudor Dixon battling over LGBTQ school material, and road rage! The final episode of the WMKT Week in Review, do not miss it!
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, September 12th to September 16th. Stories highlighted by a fight at a TC high school football game, Michigan's failed grade on child protection rights, and an update on Line 5.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, September 5th to September 9th. Stories highlighted Tudor Dixon's latest statement on abortion, a 9/11 eulogy, and road repairs in Grand Traverse County.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, August 29th to September 2nd. Stories highlighted by a CSC case in Petoskey, gas prices, and a look into the race for the Michigan Supreme Court.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week August 22nd - 26th. Is John Roth in danger of being tossed from the general election ballot? What the heck is up with the FBI? We're joined by a special guest to discuss the airport situation in northern Michigan after announcements made by SkyWest may impact the local economy and business climate.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week August 15th - 19th. Massive changes to local airlines may disrupt the local economy. A recall of a popular drink made by Kraft Heinz, and a conversation with former Ambassador to the Holy See Francis Rooney. Rooney's full Op-Ed : https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/pope-francis-creates-confusion-putin-war-against-ukraine-rages
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week August 8th - 12th. A murder in Emmet County, and a bomb threat in Charlevoix that may be tied to another crime. The knives are starting to come out between Gretchen Whitmer and Tudor Dixon. A 1975 cold case is finally put to rest. All that and more on today's show.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy dives into the aftermath of the Primary election. Why did the results come in late? Find out the answer here. Four candidates Nick interviewed this year won their races, so Nick looks back at some of the hottest topics he discussed with the winners, leading people to the November 8th general election.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy hosts another polical candidate on today's show. Republican candidate for the House 107th, Bob Carr joins Nick in studio to discuss his campaign and his career which he believes makes him qualified to be your next state representative. Bob has a unique take on the abortion/pro-life issue and we discuss many more issues as well. All that and more on today's show.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy hosts another pair of candidates on today's show. Nick is joined by John Damoose and Triston Cole, both of whom are Republican candidates for the 37th district Senate seat. Both candidates have been on the Special Edition Interviews and they joined today to catch up and tell us how their campaign is progressing, and how recent news has impacted their campaign. All that and more on today's episode! A special welcome to those coming from the live audience. We aired portions of the interviews on the 24th but due to time constraints had to cut some of the questions from the broadcast. This archived episode contains the full interviews.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy hosts a pair of candidates on today's show. Dr. Bob Lorinser and Parker Fairbairn have both appeared on the Special Edition Interviews for full interviews that discussed a vast variety of their views. With the August 2nd primary right around the corner, Nick is starting to bring in the candidates for one last conversation before the voters make their decision on who should represent them. Listen to the full interviews with both candidates. Dr. Bob Lorinser, a Democrat from Marquette who is running for Michigan's first congressional district against Jack Bergman: https://www.wmktthetalkstation.com/podcast-3/episode/f3c708f3/dr-bob-lorinser Parker Fairbairn, a Republican for the House 107th seat: https://www.wmktthetalkstation.com/podcast-3/episode/f4a608e8/parker-fairbairn-interview
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week July 4th-8th. Stories highlighted by Michigan's population is officially declining after a few years of steady growth, the most recent GOP gubernatorial debate, and the new TC senior center. We are also joined by a special guest on today's show!
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week June 27th - July 1st. Stories highlighted by Michigan Works! seeking to soothe the firefighter shortage in the region, Traverse City increasing their budget to keep up with inflation, and an update on the Flint Water crisis. All that and much more on this episode!
In this episode of the Special Edition Interviews Nick is joined by the co-founder and co-owner of Beards Brewery in Petoskey, Ben Slocum. What did Beards do to survive the pandemic and what do they plan to do to prepare for a potential recession? Why are Beards and Ben personally so involved in the Petoskey community and what does the future hold for the company? Join us for all the answers to those questions and more as we celebrate Beard's 10th anniversary.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week June 20th-24th. Stories highlighted by the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood V. Casey. A road in Central Lake has been leaking a steady stream of water for the past six months. And Kellogg's is splitting into three companies.
The war in Ukraine continues to rage with no end in sight Joining the podcast today is Ambassador Francis Rooney who served as the ambassador to the Holy See from 2005 to 2008 under President Bush. He also represented Florida’s 19th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 2017 to 2021. Ambassador Rooney recently wrote an op-ed in The Hill discussing how he believes a Soviet-era isolationist approach to Russia will be the way to end the war and keep Russia from being a threat. We discussed that and much more in this episode!
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week June 13th-17th. Stories highlighted by Michigan allowing for digital license plates??? Also, starting in 2024, High schoolers must pass a personal finance course. And a conversation with David (DJ) Jones, the Executive Director of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation on how they have helped facilitate access to affordable housing in the region.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week June 6th-10th. Stories highlighted by an update to the Michigan gubernatorial race, Ryan Kelley being arrested by the FBI, and a conversation with Dr. Phillip Knight the Executive Director of the Food Bank Council of Michigan.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week May 30th-June 3rd. Stories highlighted by the Grand Traverse County Sheriff's office being down 35 percent on staff, an update on the Republican gubernatorial race, and much more!
Education and schools have been a topic on the mind of many Americans, particularly parents. Whether that be school safety, school choice, curriculum, and parental involvement. St. Micheals High School in Petoskey has a unique way of looking at and handling education. I had the current headmaster, Dr. Richard Brake, and incoming headmaster Andrew Moe on the show to discuss their alternative and classical educational approach.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week May 23rd-27th. Stories highlighted by a cost comparison of EVs and gas-powered cars, five Republican gubernatorial candidates being removed from August's election, and a breakfast crime!
We're back from a quick break! On this episode of the Special Edition Interviews Nick sat down with 2022 Republican gubernatorial hopeful Kevin Rinke. Kevin and Nick discussed his proposal of eliminating the state income tax, his plan for road repairs, and his response to the alleged signature fraud among his fellow candidates. Throughout the episode, Kevin seeks to make himself stand out in the crowded Republican primary and gives his qualifications to be the next governor of Michigan.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week May 16th-20th. Stories highlighted by the Gaylord Tornado and the recent Republican Gubernatorial debate.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week May 9th-13th. Stories highlighted by the Michigan National Guard looking to get land from the DNR to double its size, and what to do with Camp Grielick in Grand Traverse County. Also, highlights of a press conference by Clean Fuels Michigan on the state of EV manufacturing and how additional investment into EVs and the needed infrastructure will impact Michigan.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week May 2nd-6th. Stories highlighted by updates to a murder case, a new animal cruelty case in Antrim County, local election results, and student mental health services.
WMKT amd WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week April 25th-29th. Stories highlighted by water levels in the Great Lakes being dramatically lower than last year and challenges to petition signatures of some Republican gubernatorial candidates.
Another candidate for the House 107th District (R) Neil Friske joined the show today. Nick asked Neil several questions about his stances on abortion, energy, and school choice. They also talked about what Neil thinks should be done with Michigan roads, and why he believes abolishing the state income tax is a good idea.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week April 18th-22nd. Stories highlighted by Michigan tripling its recycling rate in the past three years, the city of Cadillac allowing snowmobiles to drive into the downtown area, and a conversation with President Finley from North Central Michigan College about all the new things happening at the college.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week April 11th - 15th. Stories highlighted by the verdicts in the Governor Whitmer kidnapping plot, a press conference by TRIP on a study done on the conditions of Michigan roads, and the sentencing of the man who shot a gun into the Deerfield Apartments in Mount Pleasant. Join us live every Sunday morning at 7 AM on 102.3 and 103.3 FM and 1270 AM WMKT.
On today's show, Nick is joined by Dr. Bob Lorinser, a Democrat from Marquette who is running for Michigan's first congressional district against Jack Bergman. Dr. Bob spent a few years as a US Diplomat for the Department of State, across the globe. We discussed his time serving there, and key issues such as abortion and the 2nd Amendment.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news. A bit different show this week than usual. Nick has on Izzy Lyman of Emmet Responsible Government to talk about the organization. Dr. Scott Ladeur from North Central Michigan College also joins the show to discuss everything going on in Ukraine.
Nick is joined by Dr. Scott Ladeur, the political science professor at North Central Michigan College. In his most engaging interview yet, Nick and Scott dive deep into the war in Ukraine: why Scott thinks the war started and how he thinks it will end.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, March 28th - April 1st. Stories highlighted by a breakdown of Michigan's 3 billion dollar infrastructure package, a new homeless shelter opening in Cadillac, and the trends in moving across the US.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, March 21st-25th. Stories highlighted by a 47-year-old disappearance cold case... is it murder? Other stories reviewed today are the latest candidate to the House 107th race, Parker Fairbairn, and the newest winner of the Clarence Kroupa Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Northern Michigan Environmental Action Council.
Nick sat down in studio with Parker Fairbairn. Parker is running for the House 107th district seat. They discuss his age, credentials, and issues that Parker believes are the most impactful on the northern Michigan region. Paker is holding an opening event on April 14th from 6-7:30 at the Petoskey Farms Vineyard and Winery. You can rsvp at 231-242-3379.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, March 14th-18th. Stories highlighted by the sale of the Platte River Elementary School Building, the Grand Traverse County Commissioner race, and Safe Harbor in Traverse City looking to keep its doors open during the summer.
Line 5 is a topic that divides many northern Michigan residents and I wanted to get to the bottom of what is going on with Line 5 and what the proposed alternatives are. I brought on the Policy Director of Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, Jennifer McKay for an in-depth and investigative discussion. I left no stone unturned and if the environment, energy, or prices of gas are issues you care about, and you want the truth, you won't want to miss this episode!
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, March 7th-11th. It is one big story! Nick talks with Ian Murphy the owner of the Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord who is in a continued legal battle with the state because he remained open during much of the COVD lockdowns. I also discussed the legal side of things with VP of legal affairs Patrick Wright from the Mackinaw Center for Public Policy in Midland.
Nick sat down with Lou Kasischke, a survivor of the 1996 Mount Everest tragedy. Lou is a Harbor Springs local who has had a lifelong passion for the outdoors and his local community. They discuss the Everest expedition, what went wrong, and what went right that allowed Lou to survive.
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, February 28th-March 4th. The highlighted stories are Beard Brewery and Sunshine Rotary working together to solve the region's housing crisis, fixing Michigan roads, and term limits in the Michigan legislature.
Nick talked with Winter Vinecki; while she has a lot of accolades to her name, you will likely know her as a member of the Team USA Freestyle and Aerials teams. She holds two world records for being the youngest person to run a marathon on seven continents and the first mother-daughter duo to run a marathon on seven continents. Winter also has won gold at the 2021 Moscow World Cup. They discuss her time growing up in Gaylord, the importance of athletics and the outdoors, her athletic feats, and much more! Winter competes for her late father who passed away from prostate when she was nine. She dedicates her career to him and has a charity raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer research. If her story touches you, you can find more about her charity Team Winter and donate at the website below. http://teamwinter.org/
WMKT and WMBN news host Nick Rhudy breaks down the news from the past week, February 21st-25th. The stories are highlighted by Line 5, tourism, and labor shortages. In this week's episode Triston Cole (former state rep + candidate for 37th senate seat), Jack Bergman (state congressman 1st district), Jonathan Scheel (107th House candidate), Lisa Scutt (Michigan Works TC), Gretchen Whitmer (Governor), and Jim Powell (Petoskey Tourism Bureau) give their insight and expertise to these topics.
Nick sat down in-studio with Jonathan Scheel. Jonathan has served as a public servant in a variety of positions and is now seeking election in the House 107th race. Jonathan gives his insight into roads and infrastructure, Line 5, affordable housing, and the importance of local government.
Nick was able to have a phone call with Jack Bergman, a retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General and U.S. Representative for Michigan's 1st district. The General gave his thoughts on a variety of topics, such as Line 5, the national debt, and Ukraine.
Nick breaks down the news from last week. February 7th-11th. Stories highlighted by a Cheboygan County Sheriff Deputy being struck in the neck with a hatchet and a Benzie county man being held in jail on one count of open murder.
Nick sat down with 107th District Representative John Damoose. John is running for the Senate's 37th seat. They discuss Line 5, redistricting maps, Lee Chatfield, and mental health in Northern Michigan.
WMKT and WMBN morning news host Nick Rhudy gives his background and the purpose of the show.
Nick interviews Tess Ware. The new business reporter for the Petoskey News-Review. Tess gives her credentials and background and what she is most excited about covering in the Petoskey area.
WMKT and WMBN morning news host Nick Rhudy interviews Triston Cole. Triston was the former Michigan House Majority Leader. He is currently running for the Michigan State Senate 37th district seat. Nick and Triston discuss redistricting, Triston's campaign, and the Lee Chatfield scandal.