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
Abandoned Bridge Covered in the Underbrush: Monroe County, Michigan
This short, interesting 1920s traffic bridge sits abandoned in the underbrush across Stoney Creek in Monroe County, Michigan...
The Boston Cooler: Created in Detroit or Not?
Did the name or the drink originate in Detroit?
An Updated Look at the Christmas Tree Memorial on 1-75, Arenac County
People take some of the ornaments down, and more keep popping up. Here's a look at this memorial that turned into a roadside favorite...
Ghost Town Tour Route, Frost to McKeever: Upper Peninsula, Michigan
This 16-mile route takes you thru six Upper Peninsula ghost towns. Here's the route and photos of each town...
Abandoned Big Boy Restaurant: Bay City, Michigan
Another favorite eatery that bit the dust...
Another Abandoned Michigan House Said to Have Been Owned by Al Capone
How many does this make now? Too many to make these claims believable. But here's a look inside anyway...
Michigan’s Scariest Urban Legend: Hell’s Bridge, Rockford
It's one of Michigan's scariest locations with a gruesome tale behind it...
Another Abandoned Railway Bridge: Osseo, Michigan
Abandoned railroad bridges are plentiful throughout Michigan; ya just gotta know where to look. Here's one in Hillsdale County...
Houdini Dies in Michigan, 1926: Some Believe He Will Return in 2026
Magician Harry Houdini also escaped from an unknown sea creature in 1911! This story is included here...
Vintage Photos of Cadillac, Michigan: Late 1800s-1950s
Cadillac has the oldest ski resort in the Midwest, around since 1936. Here are some historic photos of the city...