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
How Boblo Island Looked in 1984, Compared with the 2020s
From the air, see how Boblo Island looked in 1984, compared with it with how it looks now in the 2020s.....
Abandoned Taco John’s Restaurant: Wyoming, Michigan
It seems like it closed before it had a chance to get started: Taco John's restaurant just outside of Grand Rapids...
DEFUNCT MICHIGAN FUN PARK: Riverside Park, Saginaw: 1894-1937
It's another Michigan amusement park that went 'kaput'.....after a 43-year run and one tragedy. Here's some info and old photos...
The Detroit Tiger You Never Heard Of: 1921
Born in Fowler, this Michigan man's Major League career lasted only 56 days. The story is here.....
Riding the Michigan School Bus, 1900-1948: How it Used to Be
How would you liked to have ridden one of these school buses when you were a kid? Take a look...