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
Michigan Led the Country in Bootlegging During Prohibition
Detroit led Michigan and the whole country in illegal booze during Prohibition. Here are a few details and old photos...
Former Homes of Six More Celebrities: Detroit, Michigan
Here are six more former homes of actors (and one singer), all in the Detroit area...
A Once-Booming Village: Brinton, Michigan is Now a Shadow Town
This hidden Michigan ghost town has no businesses left and only a few residences. Here's some history and the location...
Abandoned House Near Adrian, Built in 1900: Anyone Have Details?
This 1900 structure almost looks like it may have been an old inn or tavern. Here are a few photos and scant info...
Most Famous Person from Each Michigan County: The Final 13
This final list names the top famous person from the counties Presque Isle to Wexford...
Have You Noticed the Little Cemetery Along US-127 Between Jackson and Leslie?
Every day, thousands pass by this small cemetery just off Berry Road, hidden in the trees...but how much do you know about it? Here's some brief info and photos...
When ‘Big Time Wrestling’ Ruled TV – Detroit, Michigan: 1945-1980
Punches, eye gouges, broken bones, and blood everywhere - 'Big Time Wrestling' ruled Michigan TV for many years. Here's a brief bio and some of the featured players...
The Ghost Town of Central Mine: Keweenaw Peninsula, Michigan
After an 1872 tragedy, the mine closed in the summer of 1898.....
Out in the Michigan Wilderness: The Ghost Towns of Henderson and Ralph
In the U.P. wilderness sit these two hamlets: one completely empty, one a shadow of its former self. Info and photos are here...
Michigan Towns Covered in Snow: 1900-1950s
As our yearly winter snowfalls keep diminishing in number, here's a look back at over 60 Michigan towns buried in snow, going back over 100 years...