JR Morning ~ April 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

JR Morning ~ April 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

Author: Cumulus Media Detroit April 23, 2026 Duration: 1:15:34
April 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss the Pistons’ win, the Tigers’ series, and the NFL Draft. They also cover political news, market trends, the impact of AI on business, and personal relationship advice.

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Dam Woes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:49
April 14, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd talk with Rod Meloni, retired Local 4 reporter, about the Sheboygan dam overflowing.
Round Two: Iran’s Economic Knockout! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:08
April 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Mike Rogers, former FBI Special Agent, about US-Iran negotiations. They discuss Iran’s leverage, economic pressure, and the need for verification in talks.
Strait of Hormuz Blockade: A Winning Strategy? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:33
April 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Austin Gullet, former Navy Intel Officer. They discuss the Strait of Hormuz blockade. They explore its impact on the US strategy against Iran.
Data Centers: The Hot New Neighbor or a Gigawatt Headache? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:46
April 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Erik Nordman, Director of the Institute of Public Utilities at MSU. They discuss data centers, their utility use, and community concerns.
Detroit’s Drones: Flying High and Keeping Us Safe! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:08
April 14, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Keith Miao, CEO of BirdStop. They discuss drones providing real-time information for various situations. BirdStop builds these drones in Detroit.
JR Morning ~ April 13, 2026 ~ Full Show [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:21
April 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discussed several topics. They covered a dangerous “swatting” hoax in Marine City and ongoing US-Iran negotiations. They talked about Eric Swalwell’s campa…
A Personal Announcement From Jamie Edmonds [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:22
April 13, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds shares her breast cancer diagnosis. Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson offer support. Jamie hopes her story helps others. She will take time off for treatment but will return.
Garden of Vegan Detroit: Where Your Plate and Your Pits Go Green! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:57
April 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds spoke with Paula Tocco. Her company, Garden of Vegan Detroit, offers microgreens and natural body products, promoting a healthy, natural lifestyle.
Red Wings’ Playoff Hopes Derailed by Post-Olympic Slump [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:43
April 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk with Ken Kal, the voice of the Detroit Red Wings, about the team’s collapse this season and what comes next.
US-Iran Peace Deal: An Uphill Battle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:58
April 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds speak with Saeed Khan, Associate Professor of Near Eastern Studies, about the Iran peace deal.