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
‘Shadows From the Walls of Death’ is a Book that Actually Killed Some People Who Read It
A book published in Michigan in 1874 actually killed people who read it. Here's how.
Houdini Was Embalmed in This Now Abandoned Detroit Funeral Home
Take a look inside the now-abandoned funeral home in Detroit that embalmed Harry Houdini.
Inside the Abandoned 1970 Murder House North of Lansing, Michigan
Take a peek inside an abandoned home that was the scene of a gruesome 1970 murder in Ithaca, Michigan.
‘I Don’t Belong Here’ Spirit Haunts McMorran Theater in Port Huron, Michigan
Many who have worked at McMorran Theater in Port Huron, Michigan report paranormal experiences.
The ‘Dog Lady’ is an Urban Legend Everyone in Monroe, Michigan Knows
The Dog Lady is said to roam a small island off the shore of Monroe, Michigan in Lake Erie.
The Waheela is a Mythical Wolf Stalking the Northlands from Alaska to Ironwood, Michigan
Legend says the waheela is a wolf-like beast that is the size of a full-grown bear, an evil spirit that can manifest itself anytime and anywhere it wants.
Missing Two-Year-Old May Have Been Victim of Michigan Triangle Phenomenon
Amber Rose Smith, a 2-year-old from Newaygo County in northern Michigan may have fallen victim to the odd Michigan Triangle phenomenon.
The Serial Killer Who Stalked Buno Road in Milford, Michigan
East Buno Road in Oakland County, Michigan, is a countryside dirt road that is tied to an infamous criminal.
There is an Abandoned German Cargo Boat Shipwrecked in Lake Michigan
One of Lake Michigan's most visible shipwrecks is the Francisco Morazan, resting about 300 yards off the southern coast of South Manitou Island.