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Michigistory

Cassidy Hough and Big Mitten Media

Welcome to Michigistory, a poorly named but well-produced podcast where we tell the true stories of some of Michigan"s most fascinating history. Join host Cassidy Hough every Friday morning for new episodes.For any story pitches, advertisement inquires, questions (or compliments), email cassidy@bigmittenmedia.com

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All Episodes

60:11

The Mackinac Bridge

Michigistory ·

2026/01/30

If you unraveled the two massive cables that hold up the Mackinac Bridge, you'd have enough wire to wrap around the Earth... twice. This week, Cassidy is joined by Kim Nowack (Executive Director of the Mackinac Bridge) and James Lake (official spokesperson for the Mackinac Bridge), to tell the story of the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere. Tune in to hear about life before the bridge, life while building the bridge, and life after the bridge. Plus, learn about the history o...

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65:08

Princess Clara Ward

Michigistory ·

2026/01/16

This is Cassidy's favorite topic yet. In the 1890s, Princess Clara from Detroit, Michigan, may have been the most hated woman in the world. But why? This week, Cassidy shares the life story of one of the most complicated, scandalous, beautiful and bizarre women in the history of Michigan (and perhaps the world). Tune in to hear how this Belgian Princess would eventually become a symbol for sex and "moral decline." For video clips from the episode and more Michigan history, follow us on Instag...

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63:39

Invasive Species: The Swan and the Sea Lamprey

Michigistory ·

2026/01/02

Beauties vs Beasties: The Mute Swan and Sea Lamprey Story (awesome alternate title) On this week's episode, Cassidy is joined by Ovya Venkat to tell the complicated story of two problematic species. How did they get to Michigan? What damage have they done? How do we fix it? And who is to blame? Stay tuned for both a history lesson, and a conversation about humans' role in the ecosystem. Where is the line between playing our part and playing God? Follow us on Instagram for more Mi...

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54:00

The Italian Hall Disaster

Michigistory ·

2025/12/19

Before there was "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" by Gordon Lightfoot, there was "1913 Massacre" by Woody Guthrie. A song about one of the biggest catastrophes in Michigan history. On this week's episode, Cassidy is joined by Logan to discuss The Italian Hall Disaster, and the 73 people who lost their lives fleeing a fabricated threat. This episode details the difficult lives and working conditions of early copper miners in the Keweenaw, and the infamously deadly Copper County strik...

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46:05

The Civil War: Michigan's Company K

Michigistory ·

2025/12/05

During The Civil War, a unit of 139 Native American sharpshooters from Michigan formed Company K to fight alongside the Union. Their story is worthy of a movie. But until that happens, here's an episode of Michigistory. This week, Cassidy is joined once again by brilliant Native American historian Eric Hemenway. Come for the incredible stories of Company K's major battles, prison camp experiences, and survived maritime disasters, and stay for discussion of the big question: Why did they...

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61:55

Thanksgiving Day Parade/ Lions Game

Michigistory ·

2025/11/21

WARNING: After listening to this episode, you will be the smartest person at Thanksgiving. Is that a responsibility you're ready to take on? If so, then join Cassidy and Logan in learning all about the history of Detroit's beloved Thanksgiving Day Parade, and the longstanding tradition that is the Lions Thanksgiving Day game. Other topics include Detroit's legendary department store Hudson's, World War II, The NFL, and a brief rant about the historical significance of video. Speaking of which...

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59:14

The Soo Locks

Michigistory ·

2025/11/14

What's the point? And how to they work? And are they actually important? And what about Millard Fillmore (said nobody ever) On this week's episode, Cassidy is joined by dear friend and Sault Ste. Marie resident Molly Engelman to talk about the rich history of one of the America's most valuable pieces of infrastructure- The Soo Locks. But on account of former U.S. President Millard Fillmore, the episode takes a pretty dramatic turn about halfway through. You'll just have to listen to find out ...

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69:10

Native American Education

Michigistory ·

2025/11/07

Why do we teach history? "So we don't repeat the past," is probably what popped into your head. By that logic, if we're teaching history correctly, then we should never make the same mistake twice. And yet, some headlines today look all too familiar. What does this say about the state of our history education? Today's episode is part 1 of a series in which Cassidy, and Native American historian Eric Hemenway, aim to dissect the state of Native American history education. W...

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63:30

The Dogman and the Wendigo

Michigistory ·

2025/10/31

A cool fall morning in late October, is when the podcast began, at a public library in Wexford County, where the Manistee River ran. *insert keyboard* On this week's extra special Halloween episode, Cassidy is joined by Dogman enthusiast Ally Beshouri Pekrul to talk about Michigan's favorite cryptid. Tune in to hear the story behind the legendary Dogman song, as well as personal accounts, a biologist's perspective, the Wendigo connection, and the value of folktales in today's world. Check out...

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58:06

The Kellogg Brothers

Michigistory ·

2025/10/24

Yeah, as in the cereal. But this is not an episode about cereal. This week, Cassidy tells you the unbelievably fantastical story of John Harvey and William Kellogg. Honestly, you should go in blind. But if you want a sneak peak, keep reading. This episode touches on everything from germ theory to 7th Day Adventism to "masturbation cures" to *eventually* cereal. Tune in to learn about the birth of modern medicine, along with the strange treatments that were prescribed to patients of Dr...

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60:48

The War of 1812

Michigistory ·

2025/10/17

Before this podcast, the only thing I could tell you about the War of 1812 was the year it started. And I'm willing to bet the same goes for you. This week, Cassidy gets to the bottom of this whole "War of 1812" thing, with the help of (fan favorite) Logan. Tune in to get a crash course on the American Revolution, The Declaration of Independence, and the Napoleonic Wars, followed by a deep dive into the causes and outcomes of the (very odd) War of 1812. And of course, you'll learn about Michi...

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75:48

Mysterious Michigan

Michigistory ·

2025/10/10

Fall is upon us, so it's time to talk about some strange and spooky history. This week Cassidy sits down with Amberrose Hammond, author and paranormal researcher, to talk about some of the quirkier and less understood pieces of Michigan's history. All the stories you'll hear today are based in true historical occurrences- what you make of each occurrence is up to you and your beliefs. You'll learn about historical figures like Detroit's princess, Michigan's first millionaire, and Bay Ci...

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96:36

Eminem

Michigistory ·

2025/10/03

So this is like a totally different show. This week, Cassidy puts on her journalist hat and dives deep into the early days of Eminem, with the help of (BF)F Logan. Tune in to hear how the Detroit-native overcame bullying, poverty, lost loved ones, drugs, and toxic relationships to become the highest selling rap artist of all time. You'll learn about his relationships with people like Debbie Nelson, Kim, Proof, and Uncle Ronnie while examining some tracks that help paint a picture of his...

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73:22

Mackinac Island

Michigistory ·

2025/09/26

If you came to hear about fudge, I'm so sorry, but this is not the episode for you. This week Cassidy sits down with Craig Wilson, Chief Curator for Mackinac State Historic Parks, to talk about the rich and extensive history of Mackinac Island. Before the island became one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state, it was traded hands numerous times between numerous countries in a centuries long battle to control the fur trade. Today's episode covers so much more than just Michiga...

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50:40

The Treasure of Poverty Island

Michigistory ·

2025/09/19

Legend has it that $400 million in Civil War era gold lays at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Our guest today may have found it. This week Cassidy sits down with Steve Libert, shipwreck hunter and founder of Great Lakes Exploration Group. Tune in to hear the origin of this gold and the many attempts to find it throughout history. Other topics include the Le Griffon (aka the "Holy Grail" of shipwrecks), historic diving practices, the Civil War, the Titanic, and the reason why Steve is not swimmin...

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101:04

Margaret Boyd and the Odawa

Michigistory ·

2025/09/12

What would you do if everything was at stake? This week Cassidy sits down with Eric Hemenway, Director of the Department of Repatriation, Archives and Records for the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians. Tune in to hear the true story of people who went to unimaginable lengths to protect their home. Eric details life for the Odawa people in the 1800s while highlighting the unbelievable journeys of some prominent members of the Blackbird family. Other themes include the importance of sto...

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54:58

White Shoal Lighthouse

Michigistory ·

2025/09/05

If you're reading this... good tidings will soon follow. Especially if you click play on this episode. This week, host Cassidy Hough sits down with Jill Ore, head lighthouse keeper of the historic White Shoal Lighthouse. Tune in to hear about the life of a lighthouse keeper, as well as stories of fishermen stranded on icebergs, messages in a bottle, and perhaps even ghosts. Jill also gives details about how YOU could volunteer to spend 10+ days in the middle of Lake Michigan helping to restor...

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82:54

The Western Reserve Shipwreck

Michigistory ·

2025/08/29

Welcome to Michigistory, a poorly named but well-produced podcast where experts tell the true stories of some of Michigan's most fascinating history. Tune in to our first episode to hear about the tragic wreck of The Western Reserve and the miraculous story of its sole survivor. Host Cassidy Hough sits down with Bruce Lynn, Executive Director of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, to get the full story of the 133-year-old ship, from its construction to its recent discovery at the bottom of Lake...

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