Up North Lowdown
Each week, you’ll hear sound-rich stories from northern Michigan, interviews with journalists and newsmakers, and a look at some of the other things making news in our state — all in about 15 minutes. Get the Up North Lowdown, from Interlochen Public Radio.
Latest Episodes
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Come for the updates on two serious stories. Stay for the joyful (and mischievous) chat with famed composer Jerry Bilik. -
Should there be more commercial fishing on Lake Michigan? A bill in Lansing has reignited the debate in some Up North communities.
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A break from the news this week as we spend some time with classical guitarists Matthew Cochran and Matthew McAllister.
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Fewer people are deer hunting in Michigan. And even if you're not a hunter, you should take notice, say experts.
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Ashley Christopher cut her teeth as a musician playing at small festivals and house parties. But she found her musical community in northern Michigan.
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This week: A debate among anglers as the state decides how many steelhead they can harvest, and we revisit another Steelhead — the state's first research vessel.
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Jamie John's artistic journey delves deep into the intricate connections between personal experiences, ancestral stories and the natural world.
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They've tried bubbles, sound and electricity. What's next in the fight to keep invasive carp out of Lake Michigan? Also, how might climate change affect our fall colors?
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Traverse City is known for a concentration of plein air artists. But one local artist is determined to put his own stamp on the genre.
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This week: Some stats about northern Michigan's housing crisis, and possible solutions. Plus, curling!
