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Michigan's Big Show

Michael Patrick Shiels
Michigan
Donald Trump
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Michigan
Michigan Politics
Kamala Harris
Detroit
Lansing
University Of Michigan
Iran
Mackinac Island
Democratic Party
Detroit Lions
Education
Firekeepers Casino
Golf
Housing Market
World Cup
Americans For Prosperity
Governor Whitmer
Mackinac Policy Conference

Michael Patrick Shiels’ personality-based, news making show covers state, national and international politics in a non-partisan manner. Michael Patrick skillfully mixes politics, which he affectionately refers to "as the family business" with news, business, sports and lifestyle topics you're interested in, keeping listeners informed as well as entertained. His inquisitive personality leads to ask... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Noll-Williams
President and CEO of Capital Region International Airport
Capital Region International Airport
Episode: * Nicole Noll-Williams, President and CEO of Capital Region International Airport
Jack Bergman
U.S. Congressman and retired General
U.S. Congress
Episode: * Jack Bergman, U.S. Congressman (R) Watersmeet
Megan Ferraro
Chair of the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan
Episode: * Megan Ferraro, Chair of U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan
Tom Leonard
Former Speaker of the Michigan House; candidate for governor; partner at a law firm; affiliated with Plunkett Cooney
Plunkett Cooney; former Speaker of the Michigan House
Episode: * Tom Leonard, Former Candidate for Governor, Speaker of the House
Fred Dixon
CEO of BrandUSA
BrandUSA
Episode: * Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Pure Michigan
Jase Bolger
President and CEO of the West Michigan Policy Forum, former Speaker of the House
West Michigan Policy Forum
Episode: * Jase Bolger, President and CEO of the West Michigan Policy Forum, Former Speaker of the MI House
Bob Quay
Proprietor of Bob's Bar in Grand Rapids
Bob's Bar, Grand Rapids
Episode: * Bob Quay, Owner of Bob's Bar in Grand Rapids
Heather Zach
Psychologist
East Lansing, MI
Episode: Ep. 3546: Friday starring Michael Patrick Shiels
Paula Cunningham
State Director of AARP Michigan
AARP
Episode: * Paula Cunningham, State Director of AARP Michigan

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Michael Patrick Shiels
Host of Michigan's Big Show

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • No Pardison and genuine

    I take the work seriously, but I don’t take myself seriously. The truth is in the middle.

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    Cat *girl* 101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lib

    MPS is a liberal who acts like he doesn’t pick a side. However he is always taking shots at conservatives. He is on my radio station and his show is ok. I will however give him credit for giving time to conservative representatives in Michigan and covers them fairly when they are on. I dislike when people pretend to be non biased then are blatantly biased

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zblue420
    United States4 years ago
  • Trash - mostly gossip no real news

    You’d think a show centered on Michigan would tell you Michigan news... mostly no! Unless you count Sen. Stabanow’s opinión of Trump “news”, or Gov. Whitmer’s reaction to Stabinow “news” and not just plain gossip.

    It’s just a show of some middle aged guy interviewing people talking about parks, bee, movie productions, all existing OUTSIDE of Michigan, and other boring retirement ads before actually sprinkling in a note on one new law passed in Michigan.

    The guy has his boyfriend on the radio oc... more

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    Jonny Lupus
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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A respectful, balanced interview style that still asks tough questions and offers diverse viewpoints.
Listeners appreciate accessible discussions of Michigan politics and policy with real-world implications.
Critiques note occasional biases and wish for broader Michigan-focused coverage rather than national or entertainment tangents.

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#203
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#211
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* Todd Anson, Attorney, University of Michigan supporter
Q: Todd, what was your reaction?
Todd Anson describes his reaction as a mix of shock and acknowledgement of ongoing dysfunction within college athletics, particularly around NCAA governance and leadership issues.
* Mallory McMorrow, State Senator (D) Royal Oak, Candidate for United States Senate
Q: You've been on national television, too, I see. And you often are a very good interview guest. If you could just give us 30 seconds on who you are as they're making a very important decision at the polls soon.
McMorrow introduces herself, outlines her background as a state senator and candidate, and previews her priorities for representing Michigan in the U.S. Senate.
* Jeff Guilfoyle, Senior Strategist at Public Sector Consultants
Q: Can you explain what a data center is and how it relates to everyday use?
A data center houses the servers and infrastructure that process online activity, so everyday actions like streaming or GPS rely on data centers.
* Jeff Guilfoyle, Senior Strategist at Public Sector Consultants
Q: What does the report say about economic opportunities and policy needs?
The guest outlines billions in investment and significant job creation, while recommending codifying best practices in law and promoting water-saving technologies to address community concerns.
* Jeff Guilfoyle, Senior Strategist at Public Sector Consultants
Q: Are you living in the shadow of one of these data centers?
The guest explains that Michigan already hosts numerous data centers and emphasizes their role as essential infrastructure, while noting the need to manage concerns about electricity costs, water use, and land impact.

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This show centers on Michigan politics and related national topics, presented through a personality-driven, discussion-based format. Episodes frequently feature politicians, business leaders, and industry experts, with a mix of policy insights, local governance angles, and contemporary issues in government, economics, and culture. A notable strength is the host's style: pointed questions delivered with respect and humor, yielding authentic conversations that illuminate complex topics for a broad audience. The show often highlights state-level concerns (education, infrastructure, public safety) alongside national trends, making it useful for listeners who want clear context and practical implications for Michigan and beyond.

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Recent guests on Michigan's Big Show include:

1. Nicole Noll-Williams
2. Jack Bergman
3. Megan Ferraro
4. Tom Leonard
5. Fred Dixon
6. Jase Bolger
7. Bob Quay
8. Heather Zach

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