Ferris Wheel Friends Talk Politics and Progress

February 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jon Roth, a Michigan State Representative. They discussed Michigan’s new drone technology expansion at the Michigan War Fighting Center.

February 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson welcome Kaitlyn Buss, Assistant Editorial Page Editor at The Detroit News. They discuss the Minneapolis situation, leadership failures, and calls for accountability.

February 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Austin Gullet, a former Navy officer and diplomat. They discussed the recent events involving the United States and Iran, including a downed drone and renewed…

February 4, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Dr. Matthew Seeger, Dean of the College of Fine, Performing, and Communication Arts at Wayne State University. They discuss the importance of a free press.

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris and Jamie discussed the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, the Epstein files, and the USMCA trade agreement. They also covered the Pistons’ success and the Red Wings’ struggles. Plus, an…

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds talk with Detroit Pistons front-house executive Dwayne Casey. They discuss the team’s turnaround, trade deadline approach, and the value of team chemistry.

February 3, 2026 ~ Speaker 1 and Jamie Edmonds speak with Lisa Phillips, an Epstein survivor. Lisa details her abuse and discusses the ongoing fight for justice as more documents are released.

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with John Rakolta, Chairman and CEO of Walbridge. Rakolta makes the case for data centers. He says they offer a huge economic development opportunity for Michigan.

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with Congressman Tim Walberg. He discusses the DHS funding vote and the current situation with ICE and border security.

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds spoke with Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic. They discussed the Michigan GOP’s chances in 2026, national political trends, and challenges facing Republicans, includ…

February 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with Keith Naughton, Bloomberg Auto Reporter. They discuss US trade agreements, especially with Canada and Mexico, and their impact on the auto industry and car pr…

Feb. 2, 2026 ~ Chris Stevens, general manager of Sullivan’s Steakhouse Detroit, talks to Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds about his restaurant.

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Feb. 2, 2026 ~ Tom Izzo, MSU head basketball coach, talks to Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds about this weekend's basketball game against the University of Michigan.

Feb. 2, 2026 ~ David Girodat, Michigan regional chairman of Fifth Third Bank, talks to Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds about the effects of the merger with Comerica Bank.