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Nov. 7, 2025 ~ Barry Goodman, the founder of Goodman Acker Law Firm, joins JR Morning to talk about the 99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade, which will see Goodman Acker Law Firm’s debut float. Don Rencher, president and CEO of the Hudson Webber Foundation, talks about how the foundation collaborates to revitalize Detroit neighborhoods and transform the city into a vibrant place where residents want to live, work, and play.

Nov. 7, 2025 ~ Parade Company President and CEO Tony Michaels joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds live from the 26th annual Pancake Breakfast to discuss the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade from Detroit.

Nov. 7, 2025 ~ Mike Land, regional president for Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio at Huntington National Bank, joins 'Jr Morning to discuss Huntington Bank’s Thanksgiving parade float that showcases community involvement and small business support, while its recent acquisition positions it as the 10th largest U.S. bank with enhanced technology and fraud protection. Plus, Lamont Yoder, president of Corewell Health, talks about Corewell Health’s parade float, highlighting pediatric care across Michigan, featuring Street Outreach Team nurses and the head of pediatric surgery, demonstrating commitment to children’s health, including homeless youth.

Nov. 7, 2025 ~ Vice President of Programming at Skillman Foundation Sarida Scott, and Mary Messana, vice president of communications and community events at Strategic Strategy Solutions, joins 'JR Morning live from the Parade Company Pancake Breakfast to discuss how America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade builds local pride and engagement through shared experiences.

Nov. 7, 2025 ~ U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell and Chris Collins, artistic director of the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation, join Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to talk about the 99th America’s Thanksgiving Parade and community events like the pancake breakfast foster tradition and joy while serving as vital fundraisers. Free cultural events such as the Detroit Jazz Festival ensure accessibility for all, reflecting Detroit’s unique legacy and the importance of bipartisan collaboration to address national challenges.

November 6, 2025 ~ Senator Gary Peters joins Chris and Jamie to discuss the government shutdown becoming the longest in American history and where the Senate is at with passing legislation to end the shutdown.

November 6, 2025 ~ Barb McQuade, law professor at University of Michigan and former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, joins Chris and Jamie to discuss the Supreme Court hearing arguments on Wednesday regarding if the president holds the power to implement sweeping tariffs.

November 6, 2025 ~ WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney joins Chris and Jamie to discuss the Detroit Pistons strong start to the season, including a 114-103 win over the Utah Jazz Wednesday night.

November 6, 2025 ~ Psychologist and Corporate Coach for Craig Counseling Services Dr. Steve Craig talks with Chris and Jamie about empathy towards emotions.

November 6, 2025 ~ Keith Naughton, Bloomberg auto business reporter, joins Chris and Jamie to discuss Stellantis recalling over 32,000 Jeep plug-in hybrids in the U.S. due to risk of the vehicles' batteries catching fire.

November 6, 2025 ~ Fox Correspondent and WJR Contributor Jonathan Savage joins Chris and Jamie to discuss Ukrainian troops launching helicopter raids and counteroffensives to ease pressure on a key eastern city as the Kremlin pushes in.

November 5, 2025 ~ Chris Brown, veteran navigator with the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, joins Lloyd this Wellness Wednesday to discuss resources for veterans!

November 5, 2025 ~ Full Show

November 5, 2025 ~ Dr. Rany Aburashed, CEO and founder of Neurogen Biomarking, joins Chris and Jamie to discuss the upcoming Free Community Brain Health Day at Insight Dearborn.