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The Daily J

A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.
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The real story behind Eloise Asylum in Wayne County is much more complicated than its 'haunted' history

The property at Eloise hasn't functioned as a medical facility since 1979. But for the last several years, the grounds have served not only as a haunted attraction but as a place for paranormal hunts. Which, not everybody loves. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino discover the real history behind the Eloise Asylum. (PHOTO: Tom Pidgeon, Special to the Free Press)

Oct 28, 202216 min

Is The Whitney mansion in Detroit the most haunted restaurant in America?

What do self-playing pianos, haunted tea sets, sobbing ghosts, murderous cherubs and top-notch Beef Wellington have in common? They can all be found at The Whitney in Detroit. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino visit the century-old mansion to meet some of the original residents...who may still be living there. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ) ------- Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

Oct 21, 202214 min

BONUS: The Homestretch -- A new political podcast from Audacy

In this episode of The Homestretch from Audacy, what could happen to abortion laws in Michigan? The answers come from Mary Ziegler of UC Davis, an expert on the law, history, and politics of reproduction, health care, and conservatism in the U.S. Subscribe to “The Homestretch” on the Audacy app and wherever you get your podcasts.

Oct 17, 202214 min

Haunted Detroit: The Two Way Inn has been an institution in the city since the 1870s. Need proof? Ask the spirits

The Two Way Inn lays claim to being Detroit's oldest bar, pouring drinks through prohibition dating back to 1876. It also might be Detroit's most haunted bar. On a Spooky J edition of the Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark and Annie Scaramuzzino soak up the ghost stories at a Detroit institution. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ) ------- Every Friday in October, the Daily J will highlight the haunted history around Michigan.

Oct 14, 202212 min

A floating piece of history: Walk through the Boblo Boat gives glimpses of Detroit's past and future

For almost 100 years, the Boblo Boats were the gateway to a day of fun at the amusement park. Over time, the S.S. Columbia and S.S. Ste. Claire became as popular as Boblo Island itself. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark walks through one of the historic vessels -- a place where Detroit's past and future meet -- and looks into what the future holds for the beloved Boblo Boat. (PHOTO: Zach Clark/WWJ)

Sep 27, 202211 min
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