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Chuck Marshall
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Internationally famous wizard. Married to internationally famous humorist and woman of the year - Brenda. Writer/Photographer at Life In Michigan (lifeinmichigan.com). President of GIG - The Art of Michigan Music Foundation (501c3 gigartmich.org)
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Do You Know The Most Versatile Phrase In Any Language?
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Do You Know The Most Versatile Phrase In Any Language?
How improv showed me the way
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November 9, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Sunday Angst Brings Monday Gratitude
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Sunday Angst Brings Monday Gratitude
Letting Go of the Transaction
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September 14, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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Thank You Sponsors, Fundraisers, Governor Whitmer, Our Artists, Workshops, Bands, and more
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Thank You Sponsors, Fundraisers, Governor Whitmer, Our Artists, Workshops, Bands, and more
Less than two months out!
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September 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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U.P. Love
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U.P. Love
From childhood road trips to adventures with friends in the Keweenaw, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula keeps calling me back.
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September 7, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Janelle Buttery: Baking Community in the U.P.
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Janelle Buttery: Baking Community in the U.P.
In this episode, we hang out with Janelle Buttery—community builder, fiber artist, bread baker, and the operations manager at Peace Pie Company in Marquette, Michigan.
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September 5, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Mike Walker of Bogue
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Mike Walker of Bogue
In this episode, I talk with Mike Walker of Bogue.
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September 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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The Rooster That Almost Got Away
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The Rooster That Almost Got Away
I went to rug hooking camp to hook a chicken and came home with a lesson in grace
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August 24, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Seeking the Stars with Mary Stewart Adams
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Seeking the Stars with Mary Stewart Adams
Listen now | In this enchanting episode of the Life In Michigan podcast, we’re joined by Mary Stewart Adams, star lore historian and passionate advocate for dark skies.
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August 22, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Blind Haven
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Blind Haven
In this episode, I chat with Heath, Dustin, Andy, and Greg from Blind Haven.
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August 20, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Spending Time With Everyday People
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Spending Time With Everyday People
Ted Danson, Judd Apatow, Phil Anselmo, Jeff Daniels, me, and you
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August 17, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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WAIM #101: Chuck Marshall from 'Life In Michigan'
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WAIM #101: Chuck Marshall from 'Life In Michigan'
This week, photographer, blogger, traveler, and musician, Chuck Marshall swings by the Sheddio to talk about learning to shred, working creatively with your spouse, and living 'Life In Michigan'.
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August 12, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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Write the Damn Letter
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Write the Damn Letter
My dad never wrote me one. So I’m writing one to myself. You should, too.
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August 10, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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Jesus Chrysler Supercar
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Jesus Chrysler Supercar
In this episode, I had a great time talking with Mitch, Matt, and a bunch of fans of the alt-rock band Jesus Chrysler Supercar.
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August 6, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Workshops, Food Trucks, Upcoming Fundraisers, and Visual Art news and events!!
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Workshops, Food Trucks, Upcoming Fundraisers, and Visual Art news and events!!
Who says you can’t have fun learning something new
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August 6, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Stopping to reflect on the dawn of a new era in music
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Stopping to reflect on the dawn of a new era in music
Thinking back on the music that made me
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August 3, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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Abducted by UFOs (UnFinished Objects) 🛸
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Abducted by UFOs (UnFinished Objects) 🛸
A close encounter with creative clutter, guilt, and the art of letting go
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July 27, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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The Art of Improv and Inclusion with Monster Box Theatre
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The Art of Improv and Inclusion with Monster Box Theatre
In this inspiring and laughter-filled episode, we’re joined by Tahra Gribbin and Paul Stark from Monster Box Theatre, a dynamic live performance company now based in downtown Jackson, Michigan.
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July 25, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Mark Farner
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Mark Farner
In this episode, I’m talking with the legendary Mark Farner.
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July 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Are There Six Degrees Between You and Me?
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Are There Six Degrees Between You and Me?
Now that stupid “It’s a small world after all” song is in my head!
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July 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Cigarettes, Lost Dreams, and Washi Tape
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Cigarettes, Lost Dreams, and Washi Tape
How a weekend of fireworks, friendship, and journaling brought old dreams back into focus.
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July 13, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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The Johnny Williams Story: From Dodging the Draft to Saving the Speakeasy
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The Johnny Williams Story: From Dodging the Draft to Saving the Speakeasy
In this heartfelt and wildly entertaining episode, we sit down with Michigan music legend Johnny Williams—educator, community builder, and founder of The Speakeasy—along with the brilliant singer-song...
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July 11, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Iron Times
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Iron Times
In this episode, I’m talking with Alan and Phoenix from Iron Times.
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July 9, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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The Lost Joy of Waiting - what are you looking forward to?

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The Lost Joy of Waiting
A flash of red, a ketchup jingle, and the quiet thrill of anticipation in the digital age
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June 29, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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Meet Our Visual Artists, Upcoming Fundraisers, and Visual Art news and events!!
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Meet Our Visual Artists, Upcoming Fundraisers, and Visual Art news and events!!
Oh boy! Is this GREAT!
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June 26, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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The Filthy Heathens
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The Filthy Heathens
In this episode, I’m talking with Bronson, Ryan, and Cody from the Filthy Heathens.
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June 26, 2025 at 10:52 AM