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
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...
A Gallery of Michigan Ghost Towns, 1870-1930
The great thing about Michigan Ghost Towns is - wherever you are in the state, there's always one nearby. Take a look at this gallery...
Abandoned Michigan Paper Company: 1905-2004
One of Michigan's most dangerous abandoned places, thanks to the contamination. Take a look at the gallery...
Vintage Photos of Isle Royale, Michigan: 1900-1956
Isle Royale is on many people's 'bucket lists' to visit. Here's some brief info and a great vintage photo gallery of the island...
When Cedar Point Almost Came to the Irish Hills: Onsted, Michigan
In 1975, the beautiful countryside on M-50 in the Irish Hills almost became another 'Cedar Point'-type park. Good or bad? Here are a few details...
An Old Abandoned Service Station with Cars Left Inside: Saginaw, Michigan
This service station closed up, abandoning three cars inside. Here are some photos...
Deserted Stone House: Somewhere Near Missaukee County, Michigan
Here's a quick look around this stunning but seemingly deserted stone house, out in the countryside somewhere around Missaukee County...