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First Thing with Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale

Cumulus Media Detroit

760 WJR’s Mike Parsons and Renee Vitale presents the news and information you need to start your day, with fresh perspectives and commentary on everything from politics to pop-culture.

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00:06:39

Super Commuter Tells Us About His 4 State Commute

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2024/02/27

Feb. 27, 2024 ~ Super Commuter Kyle Rice tells us about his 4 state commute to work that has gone viral on Tik Tok. Watch it here https://www.tiktok.com/@kylerice23/video/7336349324655250731

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2024/02/26

Feb. 26, 2024 ~ Nikki Haley stays on ballot despite losing home state. Republicans scramble to support IVF after Alabama ruling. AT&T giving $5 rebates for nationwide network outage. Alex Navalny's body returned to his family. Biden announces 500 new sanctions against Russia. Active duty airman sets himself on fire in front of Israeli embassy, livestreams it on Twitch. 11 year old girl who was shot while sleeping during a drive by taken off life support, 3 men charged. Amber Alert has a happy

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00:09:08

Lori Barczyk Carries on Husband's Legacy With New...

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2024/02/26

Feb. 26, 2024 ~ Lori Barczyk, co-founder and owner of the Reptarium, widow of Brian Braczyk who has gained 5 million subscribers on his Youtube channel educating the internet on reptiles and exotic animals joins Mike and Renee to talk about carrying on Brian's work and the opening of the LegaSEA aquarium later on this spring. Follow the progress at https://www.youtube.com/@BrianBarczyk

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00:08:01

Mark Ridley on The Bed and Bread Radiothon

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2024/02/23

Feb. 23, 2024 ~ Mark Ridley from Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle help Mike and Renee kick off the 37th Annual Bed and Bread Radiothon. To give text BREAD to 24365 https://donate.sagreatlakes.org/give/546101/#!/donation/checkout?utm_source=WJR&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=Donate&utm_campaign=RadiothonMedia24&c_src=MediaPartner&c_src2=Cumulus

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00:36:21

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2024/02/22

Feb. 22, 2024 ~ Mike fixes your mobile network. Oxford High School shooter's father in court. Biden signs executive order to harden cyber security at US ports, may sign one on the border. More student loan relief. Michigan GOP to hold dueling conventions. US/Russian dual citizen may face 20 years in prison. Biden to announce sanctions against Russia tomorrow in response to death of Alexi Navalny. Dana Nessel charges GOP donors in connection with dark money scheme. Renderings of Hollywood style

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00:05:54

Tomorrow is the 37th Annual Bed and Bread Radiothon

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2024/02/22

Feb. 22, 2024 ~ Lt. Col Steve Merritt, Divisional Commander of the Salvation Army Great Lakes Division previews tomorrow's 37th Annual Salvation Army Bed and Bread Radiothon. Make a donation at https://donate.sagreatlakes.org/give/457132/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=MediaPartner&c_src2=Radiothon&utm_source=WJR&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=Radiothon

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00:36:20

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2024/02/21

Feb. 21, 2024 ~ Disturbing new details about the shooting outside a Troy steak house emerge. 11 year old in critical condition after being shot in the head during a drive by while sleeping on a couch. 2 adults charged in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs victory parade. Supreme Court rejects sanction appeal by two former Trump lawyers. US vetos a UN resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Kent County Judge says lawsuit to remove Kristina Karamo as head of the Michigan GOP can proceed. Flint

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00:05:28

Jump Into a Freezing Cold Lake For The Special Olympics

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2024/02/21

Feb. 21, 2024 ~ Ted Grossnickel, Director of Corporate Engagement and Events Special Olympics of Michigan previews this weekend's Macomb County Polar Plunge to benefit the Special Olympics. For more information visit https://www.somi.org/polarplunge

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00:34:50

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2024/02/20

Feb. 20, 2024 ~ Shooting outside Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Troy leaves one injured. Auburn Hills mother and baby found safe at Warren Laundromat. Biden considering sanctions against Russia for death of Alexei Navalny. EPA and Whitehouse may walk back EV sales mandates. Gaza health ministry releases amount of Palestinians killed in war. World Court begins hearing oral arguments about Jewish settlers in the West Bank. Truckers for Trump boycotting deliveries to New York City. George Santos suing

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00:06:25

How Long Will Pain at The Grocery Store Last?

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2024/02/20

Feb. 20, 2024 ~ Personal Finance Expert Bill Dendy joins Mike and Renee to talk about the price of groceries which have gone up 25% since 2020.

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00:36:10

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2024/02/16

Feb. 16, 2024 ~ KC Super Bowl parade shooting result of a disagreement between a number of parties. Detroit Police hold briefing on security at the upcoming draft. Donald Trump gets his first court date in the 4 pending criminal cases against him. Fulton County DA Fani Willis testifies at her hearing about whether or not she should be removed from the Georgia election interfrence case due to her relationship with a special prosecutor on her staff. Ford says they may have to rethink where they build

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00:09:14

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2024/02/16

Feb. 16, 2024 ~ Gerard Santoro, Program Director of Parks and Natural Resources at Macomb County discusses the new Documentary "Hidden History of Lake St. Clair." watch it here: https://www.macombgov.org/hidden-history

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2024/02/15

Feb. 15, 2024 ~ Calm before the winter storm. 1 dead over 20 injured during shooting at Kansas City Chiefs victory parade. Head Republican on Intelligence Committee ringing the alarm on Russian weapon capabilities in space. Detroit Police asking for help in finding missing 13 year old Na'Ziyah Harris. Israel orders evacuation of hospital in Rafah, conducts air strikes in Lebanon. US investigating Israel for large number of civilian deaths. Benjamin Netanyahu walks away from latest hostage deal. US

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00:08:45

Radio Dayz: 101 Years of Radio

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2024/02/15

Feb. 15, 2024 ~ Ron Robinson, Owner of Ron Robinson Studios talks about his new documentary "Radio Dayz: 101 Years of Radio" with Mike and Renee. You can find the entire documentary at Ron Robinson Studio's link belowhttps://www.ronrobinsonstudios.com/

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00:35:49

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2024/02/14

Feb. 14, 2024 ~ Uber, Lyft and Door Dash drivers are calling for a Valentine's Day boycott. Opening Day is right around the corner and tickets are going on sale. Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum won't close despite it's location slated to be knocked down in the near future. Senate passes foreign aide funding bill expected to die in the House, The House impeaches Alejandro Mayorkas which is expected to die in the Senate. James Crumbley witness hearing begins today. Trump appeals immunity

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00:07:24

Michigan Animal Shelter Launches "Neuter Your Ex"...

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2024/02/14

Feb. 14, 2024 ~ Michele Yasenak from Heaven Can Wait Animal Haven in Muskegon stops by to talk about their "Neuter Your Ex For Valentines Day" to raise money to control the feral cat population.

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2024/02/13

Feb. 13, 2024 ~ Happy Fat Tuesday! New gun laws going into effect today. Marking the one year anniverary of the campus shooting at Michigan State. Gas prices spike. State Lawmaker punished for posting about "Great Replacement Theory." Disturbing new details regarding the shooting at Joel Osteen's church. President Biden welcomes the king of Jordan while opposing ground operations in Rafah. Macomb County identifies substance that leaked into Bear Creek. We check in with Ferndale's Apple Fritter Donut

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00:08:05

Happy Paczki Day!

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2024/02/13

Feb. 13, 2024 ~ Colleen Pank, Manager Apple Fritter Donut Shop in Ferndale takes a break from the chaos of Fat Tuesday to talk to Mike and Renee. Were her donuts the secret ingredient to this year's Lions season?

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00:05:25

Galentines Day, Ladies Celebrating Ladies

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2024/02/13

Feb. 13, 2024 ~ Amelia Ritter, Content Producer at Visit Detroit joins Mike and Renee on Galentine's day with a bunch of great ideas of how to celebrate around town.

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00:34:40

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2024/02/12

Feb. 12, 2024 ~ Recapping a ho-hum Super Bowl. Israeli military frees hostages in overnight raid. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin back in the hospital. One of 5 marines killed in helicopter crash is from Michigan. Biden administration facing backlash for meeting with Muslim and Arab leaders. Trump says he might let Russia do whatever the hell it wants to NATO countries who are behind on payments. Rendering of April's draft set up revealed. What to do if you go overboard on the food and drink during

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