

Detroit Public Radio 101.9 WDET is bringing the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference directly to you.
Each year, the Mackinac Policy Conference gathers influential politicians, industry leaders, and changemakers to shape Michigan’s future. This week, WDET will be broadcasting special coverage from Mackinac Island—featuring interviews, news stories, and insights that connect you to the ideas and agendas shaping metro Detroit and beyond.
Special coverage begins with All Things Considered starting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, and runs through Thursday, May 29.
MPC on-air programming
Tuesday
4-6 p.m.
All Things Considered Detroit Live at MPC
Host: Russ McNamara
Wednesday
9-10 a.m.
Morning Edition-Detroit live at MPC
Host: Jerome Vaughn
10 a.m. – noon
The Metro live at MPC
Host: Robyn Vincent
4 – 6 p.m.
All Things Considered-Detroit live at MPC
Host: Russ McNamara
Thursday
9-10 a.m.
Morning Edition-Detroit live at MPC
Host: Jerome Vaughn
10 a.m. – noon
The Metro live at MPC
Host: Robyn Vincent
4 – 6 p.m.
All Things Considered-Detroit live at MPC
Host: Russ McNamara
MPC 2025 coverage

The Metro: University leaders discuss impacts of federal budget cuts at Mackinac Policy Conference
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The Metro: Experts warn of a rough road ahead for the auto industry
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The Metro: Triumph Pastor Solomon Kinloch talks church legacy, Detroit mayoral race
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Garlin Gilchrist announces new incentive programs for talent retention at Mackinac Policy Conference
Gilchrist has taken a larger role in announcing statewide programs more recently — likely tied to his run for governor.

The Metro: Too soon to celebrate Detroit’s population growth?
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US Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says concerns over tariffs ‘overblown’
Hoekstra also dismissed concerns about President Donald Trump’s desire to make Canada the 51st state, calling the threat a “sign of affection.”