Rephonic
Artwork for MIRS Monday Podcast

MIRS Monday Podcast

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

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes42Founded16 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsPolitics

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for MIRS Monday Podcast

Latest Episodes

Ahead of the United States' 250th anniversary, MIRS sits down with Sandra Clark – the Michigan History Center's director of more than 34 years – and Don Cooper, the Gerald Ford Presidential Foundation's chief operating officer.

Why does it feel like... more

MIRS sits down with William Lawrence, a Lansing progressive running in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th U.S. House district, covering the greater Lansing area and Livingston County communities.

Joining Lawrence is Randy Cantu, a 72 year-old... more

The following are clips of a March 1 zoom meeting Rep. Jim DeSana had with the Monroe County Executive Committee that were recorded and shared with Rep. Jamie Thompson by former Monroe GOP chair Todd Gillman.

To kick things off, MIRS podcast host Samantha Shriber does a recap of news and interviews from the past week. News ranges from the delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada, to Michigan House Speaker, Republi... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

William Lawrence
Progressive candidate for Michigan's 7th US House District; coalition coordinator for the My Rent Is Too Damn High Coalition
Democratic candidate for the 7th US House District; Mid Michigan Tenant Resource Center
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 22, 2026
Randy Cantu
Retired General Motors worker; local activist opposing the Mason data center project
Resident of Aurelius Township; longtime union member
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 22, 2026
Dan Papineau
Michigan Chamber of Commerce Senior Director of Initiatives
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 15, 2026
Eric Chung
Democratic candidate for Michigan's 10th U.S. House District; constitutional lawyer
Candidate, CD10; former CHIPS and Science Act counsel
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 15, 2026
Mallory McMorrow
Royal Oak State Senator, U.S. Senate candidate
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, Michigan State Senate
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 8, 2026
Ryan Hundt
CEO of the Michigan Works! Association
Michigan Works! Association
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 8, 2026
David Jurcak
President of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 1, 2026
Elissa Slotkin
US Senator (Holley Democrat) and former CIA officer
United States Senate; former CIA
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 1, 2026
Brian Calley
President and CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SPAM)
SPAM (Small Business Association of Michigan)
Episode: MIRS Monday, June 1, 2026

Hosts

Samantha Shriver
Host of MIRS Monday Podcast; affiliated with MIRS Monday Podcast / MIRSnews.com
Samantha Schreiber
Host of MIRS Monday Podcast; affiliated with MIRS Monday Podcast
Samantha Shriber
Host of MIRS Monday Podcast; affiliated with MIRS Monday Podcast

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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    belbers1
    United States3 years ago
  • Where’s this Tudor Dixon interview at I keep seeing ads about?

    ????

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Wittevem
    United States4 years ago
  • Great focus on Michigan politics. Statewide perspectives.

    Great focus on Michigan politics. Statewide perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janssrya
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and topics are generally considered timely and relevant for Michigan politics.
The show is valued for its focus on state and local governance rather than national-level chatter.
Audio quality and editing are not consistently up to standards, which can be a barrier for some.
Listeners appreciate deep Michigan policy discussions and practical local context.

Top Politics Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MIRS Monday, June 15, 2026
Q: Welcome on to the MIRS Monday Podcast. How are you?
Eric Chung replies that he is doing well and thanks the host for the invitation.
MIRS Monday, June 22, 2026
Q: What are the biggest misconceptions about the data center opposition movement?
Cantu responds that many people underestimate the scale of impact on water, noise, and housing, and highlights that the opposition is grounded in real infrastructure and quality-of-life concerns rather than generic NIMBY anxiety.
MIRS Monday, June 22, 2026
Q: Why do you think a nationwide moratorium on data centers is necessary, as opposed to leaving it to local governments?
Lawrence argues that local control has often been overwhelmed by large tech companies and legal challenges, so a federal moratorium is needed to establish a social compact that protects communities nationwide and ensures fair treatment across regions.
MIRS Monday, June 1, 2026
Q: What needs to happen to address the ferry monopoly issue?
Jurcak explains that a charter and franchise framework constrain competition and that a mediator-driven negotiation involving the city, the ferry operators, and the state is needed to reach a balanced resolution that preserves access and pricing for residents and visitors.
MIRS Monday, June 1, 2026
Q: David, tell me about your first ever time on Mackinac Island.
Jurcak discusses arriving for the job, the island's charm, and the initial impressions of Mackinac's atmosphere and operations; he highlights how the island's unique transit and hospitality setup shaped his perspective.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About MIRS Monday Podcast

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

A Michigan-focused political analysis show featuring veteran reporters and a rotating slate of guests from campaigns, unions, and policy circles. Episodes frequently center on state-level elections, party conventions, governance, budgeting, and policy debates affecting Detroit and greater Michigan, with guests ranging from legislators and attorneys general candidates to transit officials and labor leaders. The program often blends hard-hitting policy discussion with on-the-ground reporting, including ride-alongs and roundtables, offering listeners practical context for Michigan politics and upcoming elections. A notable strength is its ability to surface diverse party perspectives while keeping a sharp eye on actionable implications for vot... more

Where can I find podcast stats for MIRS Monday Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for MIRS Monday Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to MIRS Monday Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does MIRS Monday Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for MIRS Monday Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for MIRS Monday Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for MIRS Monday Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does MIRS Monday Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers MIRS Monday Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to MIRS Monday Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with MIRS Monday Podcast:

1. MichMash Politics
2. It's Just Politics
3. Party on the Peninsulas with Curtis Hertel Jr.
4. A Republic, If You Can Keep It
5. For the Sake of the Argument with Lori Goldman

How many episodes of MIRS Monday Podcast are there?

MIRS Monday Podcast launched 16 years ago and published 42 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact MIRS Monday Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for MIRS Monday Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for MIRS Monday Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for MIRS Monday Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of MIRS Monday Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on MIRS Monday Podcast?

Recent guests on MIRS Monday Podcast include:

1. William Lawrence
2. Randy Cantu
3. Dan Papineau
4. Eric Chung
5. Mallory McMorrow
6. Ryan Hundt
7. David Jurcak
8. Elissa Slotkin

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days