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
Former Homes of Six More Celebrities: Detroit, Michigan
Here are six more former homes of actors (and one singer), all in the Detroit area...
The Ghost Town of Central Mine: Keweenaw Peninsula, Michigan
After an 1872 tragedy, the mine closed in the summer of 1898.....
A Gallery of Michigan Ghost Towns, 1870-1930
The great thing about Michigan Ghost Towns is - wherever you are in the state, there's always one nearby. Take a look at this gallery...
Out in the Michigan Wilderness: The Ghost Towns of Henderson and Ralph
In the U.P. wilderness sit these two hamlets: one completely empty, one a shadow of its former self. Info and photos are here...
Michigan’s Celebrity Cemetery, Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit
Many Motown stars and other famous people are resting in what is Michigan's most star-studded cemetery. See where to visit...
A Once-Booming Village: Brinton, Michigan is Now a Shadow Town
This hidden Michigan ghost town has no businesses left and only a few residences. Here's some history and the location...
Michigan Towns Covered in Snow: 1900-1950s
As our yearly winter snowfalls keep diminishing in number, here's a look back at over 60 Michigan towns buried in snow, going back over 100 years...
Abandoned Michigan Paper Company: 1905-2004
One of Michigan's most dangerous abandoned places, thanks to the contamination. Take a look at the gallery...
Vintage Photos of Isle Royale, Michigan: 1900-1956
Isle Royale is on many people's 'bucket lists' to visit. Here's some brief info and a great vintage photo gallery of the island...
The Abandoned Old Mansion in the Michigan Woods
Secluded in the Michigan woods sit an abandoned mansion AND another nearby deserted farmhouse.....