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MIRS Monday Podcast

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Michigan
Michigan Politics
Donald Trump
Road Funding
Medicaid
Gretchen Whitmer
Detroit
Republican Party
Economic Development
Michigan Legislature
Democratic Party
Data Centers
Education Funding
Michigan Supreme Court
Earn Sick Time Act
Karen Whitsett
Michigan Democratic Party
Public Transit
Michigan Republican Party
Bryan Posthumus

Weekly news and analysis of Michigan politics by the professional journalists of MIRSnews.com

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Latest Episodes

MIRS hosts a Republican-Democratic roundtable with Democratic Macomb County Commissioner Michael J. Howard II of Warren and Anna Heaton, the vice president of Resch Strategies and former press secretary under Republican Gov. Rick Synder (1:13).

Shou... more

MIRS catches up with Robin Schneider of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. In the last month, Robin says that two members have committed suicide as the industry struggles to keep up with this year's new 24% wholesale tax on weed.

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On Sept. 11, MIRS revisited the 54th state House district, an Oakland County battleground won by a tight 558 votes in 2024.  Democratic U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin won by an even tighter 300 votes.

MIRS meets Sarah Pounds, the Democratic nominee in the... more

Concerns surrounding large-scale data centers have become a major theme in the 2026 election cycle. But amid opposition to constructing hyperscale facilities, a coalition called Michigan for Responsible Data Centers has taken a supportive position on... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Schneider
Executive Director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association
Michigan Cannabis Industry Association
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 28, 2026
Nick Cook
Director of Public Policy, Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness
Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 28, 2026
Sarah Rennie
Director of Advocacy, Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness
Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 28, 2026
Sarah Pounds
Lake Orion Democrat running in the 54th State House District; paralegal and affordable housing advocate
Democratic nominee, 54th State House District
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 21, 2026
Jeff Zilke
Director of Access Michigan
Access Michigan
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 14, 2026
Christine Simon
Vice President of Government Affairs
Grand Rapids Chamber
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 14, 2026
Rashida Harrison
Democratic nominee in Michigan's 28th State Senate race
California? (not applicable)
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 7, 2026
Roman Gaskey
Republican candidate in Michigan's 54th State House District
Republican Party
Episode: MIRS Monday, September 7, 2026
Carina Jackson
Chief Operating Officer, Mariners Inn
Mariners Inn
Episode: MIRS Monday, August 31, 2026

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Samantha Schreiber
Host of the MIRS Monday Podcast and related shows; long-time journalist with deep ties to Michigan politics

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Extraordinarily Out of Touch

    I stumbled on this podcast thinking “cool, a political discussion that discusses local politics”. What I actually found is a podcast furthering one political party, with a so-called “conservative” praising liberal policies. No good arguments were made or differing points of view, just disgust at conservatives while praising liberalism.

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    belbers1
    United States3 years ago
  • Where’s this Tudor Dixon interview at I keep seeing ads about?

    ????

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    Wittevem
    United States4 years ago
  • Great focus on Michigan politics. Statewide perspectives.

    Great focus on Michigan politics. Statewide perspectives.

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    CMMDet
    United States4 years ago
  • Unlistenable

    I’m a long time subscriber of both the newsletter and the podcast, but I’m unfollowing the podcast. The audio quality is often so poor and uneven that the listener has to ride the volume knob to hear extremely low sound to turning down suddenly loud audio. Too bad, because the content is often quite good and compelling. I waited six months, hoping the sound quality would improve, but I’ve given up. You

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    Badger&Pete
    United States4 years ago
  • Essentially Listening

    This podcast is amazing if you want to cut through the white noise of national politics. If you live in Michigan and like politics you should be listening to this.

    I’ve learned a lot since I started listening back in July of 2021 and I’m really looking forward to what their local election coverage looks like as 2022 heats up. I already know way more about local elections then I’d ever get from reading mlive or metro Detroit local news.

    The audio quality and editing is kind of whack sometimes (w... more

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    janssrya
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality guests and deep dives into state policy, though occasional audio quality concerns recur.
Nicely balances roundtable debates with in-depth interviews, good for sponsors seeking local relevance.
A go-to for listeners who want context beyond headlines on Michigan politics.
Solid Michigan-focused political analysis with practical implications for voters and stakeholders.
Some episodes are uneven in production quality, but content remains strong and timely.

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MIRS Monday, August 31, 2026
Q: How have federal Medicaid changes affected the Mariners Inn recovery space?
The guest explains that changes caused initial uncertainty and forced agencies to adapt funding and enrollment practices, but the core belief remains that everyone needing help should receive it, with programs adjusting to new reimbursement realities.
MIRS Monday, July 27, 2026
Q: What do you think is driving the expected shift among senior voters in Michigan this cycle?
The guest and hosts suggest that concerns about economy, cost of living, and a desire for new political solutions are pushing many seniors toward more progressive or reform-oriented candidates, depending on the race and nominee, with a notable segment of conservatives among older voters still loyal to traditional values and Republican candidates.
MIRS Monday, July 6, 2026
Q: Representative Farhat, what do you make of the fact that we didn't get property tax cuts done or hospital reform today?
Farhat suggests the process was broken and that big-ticket items were sidelined by an election-driven urgency, leading to a focus on smaller, more immediate policy actions and budget stability.
MIRS Monday, May 4, 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on how the media covers dramatic political moments, such as presidential race developments or security incidents?
Costa shares that the media must balance urgency with accuracy, and that events like mass shootings or security incidents are deeply informative about political culture and the responsibilities of journalists in keeping the public informed without sensationalism.
MIRS Monday, May 4, 2026
Q: How do you view Michigan's role in national politics given its purple status and key races?
Costa notes Michigan as a microcosm where national forces collide with local dynamics, highlighting candidates like Whitmer, Slotkin, Duggan, and others, and suggesting outcomes could signal broader national trends in 2026 and 2028.

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Frequently Asked Questions About MIRS Monday Podcast

What is MIRS Monday Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A week-in-review style show focused on Michigan politics, with host commentary and roundtable interviews about state races, policy battles, and governance. Topics frequently center on legislative maneuvers, elections, healthcare policy, energy and infrastructure, and the interplay between local issues (Mackinac Island, 7th district dynamics) and statewide dynamics. Notable strengths include access to a broad network of political players, concrete policy discussion, and timely analysis tied to Michigan's election calendar; a recurring pattern is pairing one-on-one interviews with broader roundtables to unpack complex issues from multiple angles. The format and guest mix likely appeal to political professionals, local stakeholders, and engage... more

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1. Robin Schneider
2. Nick Cook
3. Sarah Rennie
4. Sarah Pounds
5. Jeff Zilke
6. Christine Simon
7. Rashida Harrison
8. Roman Gaskey

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