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
Another Abandoned Michigan Bowling Alley: Everything Left Behind
Seems like more and more bowling alleys are being closed and abandoned. Here's another one, with just about everything left behind...even trophies...
Eminem’s “8 Mile” Filming Locations: Detroit, Michigan
Eminem began shooting the film "8 Mile" in 2001. Here are many locations in Detroit where some of the scenes took place...
Abandoned 1930s(?) Gas Station in Northern Michigan
This old gas station looks like it may have been around since the 1930s. Take a look at some photos inside and out...
The Smallest, Most Secluded City in Michigan: Home of the “Cursing Canoeist”
It's not only our smallest city, but it's also home of the 'cursing canoeist' as well as a legendary creature...
Lansing, Michigan “From the Inside”: Business Interiors, 1875-1950s
Included is a rare look inside the Kerns Hotel, which burned down in 1934. Check out this gallery of vintage Lansing interiors from 1875-1950s...
The Abandoned River Days Stadium: Chesaning, Michigan
The concerts stopped and the riverboat was destroyed. Here's a look inside the now-deserted concert venue, empty since 2013...
Did You Ever Notice This “No-Name” Cemetery on M-50 in Jackson County?
It's a cemetery of a community that no longer exists; a Jackson County village that failed to grow. Here you'll find out the name of both...
Michigan Gymnasiums: 1900-1920s (and Where Did That Word Come From?)
Where did the term 'gymnasium' come from? Find out here along with a few photos of old Michigan gyms from 1900-1920s...
Storm Damages Inflicted Upon Michigan: Photos from 1900-1920s
Many people panic when there's a storm a-comin', but Michigan has survived many of the worst. Here are photos showing what our forefathers went through, from 1900-1920s...
The Elk Capital of Michigan: Atlanta, Montmorency County
It's not just 'The Elk Capital' but they have one of Michigan's odd 'shoe trees' as well. Also included are vintage photos of the town...