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
Hague Park, Then & Now 1890s-2020s: Jackson County, Michigan
Gone since 1938, even those who weren't around at the time wish it was back. Here are some images from the past & present...
The Woolworth’s Lunch Counter Was a Unique Experience
You think all lunch counters were the same? You think wrong. Here's a fond look back at Woolworth's classic lunch counters...
The Abandoned Ruins of the Quincy Mine Buildings: Hancock, Michigan
Here are images of the abandoned Quincy Mine buildings that MAY make you want to pay 'em a visit...
Lake Michigan Shipwreck Full of 1920s Automobiles
The S.S. Lakeland sank in 1924, full of automobiles it was transporting. Here's a look at some of the submerged autos...
Completely Gone – Pleasure Island Amusement Park: Muskegon, Michigan
Pleasure Island is not abandoned...IT'S COMPLETELY GONE.
Abandoned Unknown Island on Lake Michigan
It seems so peaceful here...why would anyone leave? Here are photos of what was left behind...
Turtle Island: The Only Island Made of Sand & Gravel in Michigan
Here are more images of Turtle Island and it's abandoned lighthouse in Lake Erie, some drone photos, and a little info...
Drone Photos of the Irish Hills Twin Towers
2024 marks the 100th anniversary of the Irish Hills Towers. Here are some drone photos to show how they appear in the 2020s...
Stunning Drone Photos of the Abandoned Belle Isle Zoo: Detroit, Michigan
Check out these extraordinary drone photos of Detroit's abandoned Belle Isle Zoo...
A Fan-Favorite Detroit Tiger Was from This Michigan Village
One of Michigan's all-time favorite Detroit Tigers came from this Gratiot County village. Find out who he is and see vintage photos of the town...