This was a fun one to do... On this week's episode, we talk about reviews of various places in Michigan. Suppose we should thank the person who left us a 2 star review due to Angie's giggling. Once you're done listening, feel free to leave us a review of your own! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast...
Feb 02, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 15
William Beaumont, namesake of the William Beaumont Hospital chain has a controversial and literally stomach-churning claim to fame. On this episode of Great Lakes Confidential, Mike simultaneously educates and nauseates Angie on the story of the Father of Gastric Physiology that began with an accidental gunshot wound on Mackinac Island. And true to Mike's character, the music that closes us out is Gwar's Billy Bad Ass. If you'd like to contact the show, leave us a voicemail at 313-489-0739 or em...
Jan 26, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 14
So many things happened in Michigan in 1982 and on this episode we talk about some of the darkest moments of that year. Parents - you may want to skip listening to this one with your Littles. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://...
Jan 19, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In a special Christmas themed episode of the podcast, Angie and Mike tell the tale of the Lake Michigan shipwreck of the Christmas Tree Schooner and the death of the legendary Captain Santa. But don't worry, this episode isn't a total downer because Mike insists Angie act of the character voices and then afterwards the two share their Christmas traditions and Angie reveals her creatively chocolate side! Contact the show and let us know your Michigan/Great Lakes Confidential 2024 Resolutions. We'...
Dec 22, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 12
We've got a lot of Bad Ass Babes in Michigan who have done and are doing some rad stuff, and this week Angie and Mike thought a few of them deserved a shout-out. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Dec 15, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 11
It's the rousing conclusion of the epic story of Mad Anthony Wayne, namesake of Wayne County, Michigan! On this episode we'll cover why "keep your friends close, but your enemies closer" may not always be great advice, and how to make those Halloween witch cauldrons even creepier! Oh yeah, and there's a ghost story to wrap it all up! We hope you enjoy and let us know on our social media what you thought about this special two part Great Lakes Confidential deep dive into the life and death of Rev...
Dec 08, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 10
So much in the Metro Detroit area is named after Mad Anthony Wayne. We have Wayne County itself, even if punk rock retcon warriors would like you to believe it was named after New York punk pioneer Wayne (now Jayne) County. That’s actually the other way around. For some reason Texas born Wayne Rogers took their stage name from Wayne County, Michigan. Mad Anthony Wayne is also the namesake of Historic Fort Wayne in Detroit, as well as Wayne Road and even Wayne State University that has a statue h...
Dec 01, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 9
On this week's episode, Angie tells Mike about the Secret Huron Mountain Club located in the Upper Peninsula, and Mike gets angry because that isn't how secrets work. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Nov 24, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Angie lets Mike take control of the helicopter throttle to talk about some of the movies that were shot in Michigan. Mike discusses the opening Detroit filming locations that were shot here and which ones weren't, but were supposed to be set here. He talks about all the second unit stunt filming used for the opening of Beverly Hills Cop, the one specific location used for the first two Evil Dead movie, how Marquette county was not only the location for the real murder in which the movie Anatomy ...
Nov 19, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Continuing down Dice Road, this week we stop by the Iva General Store and Hell House. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Nov 10, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Join us as we travel to the Dice Road Cemetery, in search of what may be haunting part of Dice Road... Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Nov 03, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Get to know Angie and Mike a little better as we chat about some of our favorite things in Michigan. As always, most of Angie's favorite things involve food, but we throw a few other good nuggets in there too! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - ht...
Oct 27, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Growing up in Oakland and Macomb Counties in the 80s and 90s meant you probably experienced the towering twin waterslides of Four Bears Water Park. It was the subject of many urban legends during that time, but what's the real story behind it's run between 1983 and 2004? Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Mike Bobbitt. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This...
Oct 20, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Laws that are still on the books but generally unenforceable are called Zombie Laws, and to a spooky gal like Angie, that's pretty much the coolest. Learn about some of the Zombie Laws in Michigan on this week's episode! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written and edited by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for...
Oct 13, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Join Angie and her new co-host as they embark on a "road trip" to Whiting Forest & Dow Gardens in Midland, MI. Find out what makes this botanical garden so unique, and why it is an absolute must-see Great Lakes Attraction! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Hosted by Angie Amman and Mike Bobbitt. Written by Angie Amman. Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for anal...
Oct 06, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Join us as we continue the Michigan True Crime theme for Spooky Season... this week, talking about The Black Legion. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Oct 14, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Listen to the story of the murder of Warren G. Hooper. Will this crime ever be solved, or will it continue on in history as one of the most sensational murder mysteries in our state? Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Oct 07, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 41
IT'S FINALLY SPOOKY SEASON! It's also the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF GREAT LAKES CONFIDENTIAL!! Join us this month for Michigan True Crime Stories - this week's episode is about the St. Aubin Street Massacre in Detroit, MI in the 1920s. It's a wild ride involving the Occult, murder, and possibility stolen identity! All shows this month may be difficult for some people to hear, as they may get pretty graphic, so please listen with care. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more...
Oct 01, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Learn the devastating story of Ossian Sweet, a Black doctor charged with murder in Detroit, MI in the 1920s. This story may not be suitable for your little ones, so please listen with care. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/p...
Sep 16, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Did you know that Thomas Edison was once a resident of our great state? He wasn't a big fan of it, but we're definitely a fan of his. Learn more about Mr. Edison on this week's episode! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/priva...
Sep 02, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 38
How many dinosaur bones have been found in Michigan? It's probably not the number you're thinking! Find out in this episode of Great Lakes Confidential! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Aug 18, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 37
What are a few of OUR favorite things? Well as it turns out, mostly food. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Aug 05, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 36
On this week's episode we tell a sweet little story about deception. Get it? Sweet? Because it's called The Great Sugar Hoax? I'll see myself out. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Jul 22, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Did you know that Michigan was the first state to abolish the death penalty? Did you know that Michiganders recycle more cans and bottles than any other state? Did you know that Michigan is home to the first ever section of paved road? Learn about these fun facts and more on this week's episode! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidenti...
Jul 08, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Grab your tissues and hear the story of Ruth Ellis, LGBTQ+ activist and icon. Angie also shares a story about acceptance, in her friend's words. And she cries a lot, so there's that. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Jun 24, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Join us for an outSANDing time as we explore the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy...
Jun 10, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 32
The history of Michigan was written during The 60 Years War. This is the stuff we DON'T learn in high school; how the Great Lakes played into the formation of the United States and Canada. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/pr...
Jun 03, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 31
We finally have a name for our segment about how Michigan counties got their names! The cradle of Detroit high-energy rock 'n' roll, and birthplace of punk rock, this week we talk about The Grande Ballroom. Now, little more than bones and memories, what will become of this iconic venue? Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch ...
May 20, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Listen to Angie mispronounce and struggle to find words on this week's episode about Henry Schoolcraft! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch Great Lakes Confidential is sponsored by Ride 'n' Shine Mobile Car Detailing in Dearborn, MI. Call or text Darnell to schedule an appointment 313-804-6441 This podcast uses the followi...
Apr 22, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 29
This week Marty takes over and shares the story of Roaring Dan Seavey who was a Great Lakes Pirate (and scumbag). We also begin a new segment that still needs a name, so listen in and then share your thoughts with us. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for photos, trivia, and more! Produced by Angie Amman. Artwork by Martin Butler . Please check out more Michigan-based podcasts on Joy Road Media Great Lakes Confidential Merch Great Lakes Confidential is sponsored by Ride 'n' Shine Mobile Car Det...
Apr 15, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 28
