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
Graveyard of Abandoned Cars: Somewhere in Michigan
Many auto junkyard owners will not let you in without special permission...Here's one of 'em...
4th of July Fireworks as Seen from the Rooftop of an Abandoned Detroit Warehouse
It was their own private viewing, looking out at the nighttime Detroit skyline on July 4th...Take a look at what they saw...
The Two Michigan Ghost Towns Furthermost from the Ohio Border
Two Michigan towns that are the furthest from the Ohio border just happen to be ghost towns. Here are the locations...
The Only Town Located in the Michigan Thumb’s Lower Knuckle: Marysville
Michigan's Thumb has knuckles? Well, sorta. Here's are vintage photos of the only town that sits on it...
Was There a Place Called ‘Purgatory’ in Michigan? Oh, Yeah…
Another place in Michigan where Capone was said to have a safe house; but why was it called 'Purgatory'? Answers and photos are here...
Michigan’s First Black Light Theater, Elk Rapids
In 1952 the ceiling was illuminated by installed ultraviolet lights, becoming Michigan's first Black Light theatre. Included are some vintage photos of Elk Rapids...
Secret Tunnel & Room Found Underneath a Home in Marysville, Michigan
Ever find a 'secret room in or under your home? This couple did...
A Look Inside the Abandoned Murphy Academy: Detroit, Michigan
Someone left the personal records of the kids and parents on the office floor, making them easily accessible to thieves. Here's a look inside...
Was a Real Wolverine Ever Seen in the Town of Wolverine, Michigan?
If wolverines are so elusive, why was this Michigan town named after them? Here are some vintage photos of the town from the early 1900s...
The Tearing Down of Wind Turbines: Mackinaw City, Michigan
In June 2024 wind turbines in Mackinaw City were torn down. For or against? Here are photos...
Inside the Permanently Closed Lakeside Mall: Sterling Heights, Michigan
Another Michigan mall bites the dust. Here's a look inside the soon-to-be-destroyed Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights...
Burned & Abandoned Former Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge: Benton Harbor, Michigan
A fire took the lives of a family of six - the place has been abandoned since...