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
Abandoned Ford Powerhouse: Dearborn, Michigan
An explosion in 1999 marked the beginning of the end of this power plant in Dearborn...
Gaylord Beats Its Own Snowfall Record Over the Weekend
The original record was back in 1942 and it was finally beaten 82 years later...
Better Made Potato Chips: Made in Michigan Since 1930
Out of at least 30 different Michigan potato chips made in the early 1900s, only Better Made survives...
Inside an Abandoned Airport at Reed City, Michigan
Rotting away for over thirty-five years, here's a look at this former airport - inside and out...
Abandoned Bridge Covered in the Underbrush: Monroe County, Michigan
This short, interesting 1920s traffic bridge sits abandoned in the underbrush across Stoney Creek in Monroe County, Michigan...
Why Vernors Ginger Ale Never Had Its Own Jingle
While others like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, 7Up, etc. had their own jingles, Vernors held off.....
The Boston Cooler: Created in Detroit or Not?
Did the name or the drink originate in Detroit?
Abandoned 1920s Sinclair Gas Station: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Back when gas stations were much smaller but more interesting, architecture-wise. Here's a look at an old Sinclair in Grand Rapids...
Forgotten Michigan Soda Pop: M&S Beverages, Flint
M&S soda pops: who remembers? This defunct Michigan company provided some tasty beverages back in the day. Here's some memorabilia and a little background...
Abandoned Farm of a Hoarder, Northeast Michigan
Every building: house, barn, sheds...all filled with enough trash that would make a rat blush. Take a look at this mess.....