'JR Morning

'JR Morning

Author: Cumulus Media Detroit Language: English Episodes: 100
JR Morning from Cumulus Media Detroit is your weekday wake-up call for smart, fast-moving coverage of the stories that matter most to Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds, this podcast delivers a lively mix of local, regional, and global news, reported live from high atop the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building. Each morning, newsmakers who know - along with an experienced team of reporters and commentators - break down the headlines, explain how policy and business decisions affect your community, and highlight the issues shaping the region’s future. Expect thoughtful conversations on government, the economy, and everyday life in and around Detroit. Tune in as you commute, work, or start your day, and listen episodes of JR Morning to stay informed, engaged, and a step ahead of the news cycle.
Episodes
June Joust: Primaries Heat Up! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:49
June 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with David Dulio, Professor of Political Science at Oakland University. They discuss primary election results and the ongoing appeal of non-traditional political candid…
Missing Scientists: The Unanswered Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:05
June 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Daniel Roberts, former FBI Assistant Director. They discuss the mysterious disappearances and deaths of scientists tied to US nuclear secrets and rocket technolog…
JR Morning ~ June 2, 2026 ~ Full Show [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:01
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson find out why the UAW is talking about a strike at American Axle; hear why auto sales are being affected by inflation; learn about Dearborn's new Aggressive Driving Initiativ…
Brad Galli's Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:38
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd catch up with Longtime Detroit Sports Anchor Brad Galli about why he left local TV for a new YouTube show.
Thinking Differently About Inflation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:43
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Former Senior Fellow in Economics at the Heritage Foundation, Stephen Moore about the new Fed Chairman and why he's saying that we need to think about inflation di…
Funeral Directors Speak Out on Child Gun Deaths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:29
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Patrick Lynch, president of Lynch Funeral Homes. They discussed firearm deaths in children. Lynch seeks responsible gun ownership to prevent accidental shootings,…
Dearborn’s New EV Police Chase Aggressive Drivers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:17
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shaheen. He discussed the new Aggressive Driving Unit, focused on reckless driving with Ford Mustang Mach-Es.
Trump’s Fund Fiasco: When Even Republicans Say “No Thanks!” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:34
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Dan Merica, co-author of The Washington Post’s Early Brief newsletter. They discussed Donald Trump’s proposed “weaponization fund” and its political fallout.
Mideast Tensions: Ceasefire, Stalling, and US Diplomacy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:08
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Fox News reporter Lucas Tomlinson. They discussed the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, US-Iran talks, and the political pressures on President Trump.
Auto Sales and Anxious Parents: A Rollercoaster Ride! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:01
June 2, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Dr. Tim Nash, Director of the Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. They discussed inflation, tariffs, and USMCA renegotiation affec…