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The Mitch Albom Show

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Mitch Albom is an award-winning sports columnist with “The Detroit Free Press,“ an Emmy Award-winning television commentator, and a professional musician. Albom is also a best-selling author of several books, including “Tuesdays with Morrie” and “The Five People You Meet in Heaven.“ Additionally, Albom has founded eight charities, many in the metropolitan Detroit area, such as Detroit Dream Scholars, A Time To Help, and S.A.Y Detroit. Since 1996, Albom has been a WJR staple, making "The Mitch Albom Show" Detroit's longest-running afternoon radio show.

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  • #501
    September 5 · 7 min

    Cannabis Use Disorder and The Risk of Addiction

    September 2, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne chats with Christine Reeves, group practice director for the Henry Ford Maplegrove Center and the Henry Ford Eastwood Recovery Center about the risk of cannabis addiction and cannabis use disorder.

  • #500
    September 3 · 10 min

    Inside Draft Day at Detroit Cristo Rey

    September 2, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne is joined by Bill McGrail, President of Detroit Cristo Rey and Dani Shier, Office Manager for Rehmann Troy offices to talk about Draft Day at Detroit Cristo Rey.

  • #499
    September 2 · 7 min

    Football Head Injuries: What Do We Need to Know?

    September 2, 2026 ~ Dr. Cynthia Bir, professor of biomedical engineering and an expert in sports-related head impacts joins Marie Osborne to discuss the risks of head injuries as students return to fall football.

  • #498
    August 14 · 5 min

    Remembering Joe "The Appliance Doctor" Gagnon

    Aug. 13, 2026 ~ Mitch Albom remembers the life and legacy of legendary WJR host Joe Gannon, the beloved "Appliance Doctor" whose advice, generosity, humor, and humanity touched generations of Detroit listeners. Hear the stories, the laughs, and yes, the famous Tang-in-the-dishwasher tip, all of which helped make Joe a Detroit radio institution.

  • #497
    August 3 · 12 min

    Nancy Guthrie Update

    Aug. 3, 2026 ~ WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News Marie Osborne talks to Sarah Krebs about an update on Nancy Guthrie.

  • #494
    Dec 11, 2025 · 16 min

    Reviving a Detroit Legend: Mitch Albom & Mayor Duggan on St. Cecilia’s Transformation

    Dec. 11, 2025 ~ What happens when a historic basketball landmark becomes the centerpiece of Detroit’s next big community revival? In this special segment from the Say Detroit Radiothon, Mitch Albom and Mayor Mike Duggan reveal bold plans to turn St. Cecilia’s into a world-class youth and learning hub. Hear the vision, the history, and why this project matters to Detroit’s future.

  • #493
    Dec 11, 2025 · 20 min

    Dan Dickerson, Mike Tirico Join 2025 SAY Detroit Radiothon

    Dec. 11, 2025 ~ Dan Dickerson, play-by-play voice of the Detroit Tigers, and Mike Tirico, Emmy award-winning sportscaster with NBC Sports, join Mitch Albom during the 14th annual SAY Detroit! Marathon to discuss their legendary broadcasting careers. Photo: Andrew Mullin ~ 760 WJR

  • #492
    Dec 11, 2025 · 10 min

    Matthew Stafford Calls Into 14th Annual SAY! Detroit Marathon

    Dec. 11, 2025 ~ Former Detroit Lions primary starter Matthew Stafford joins Mitch Albom during the 14th annual SAY Detroit! Marathon to discuss the work SAY Detroit does in the city of Detroit. Photo: Andrew Mullin ~ 760 WJR

  • #491
    Dec 11, 2025 · 9 min

    Hank Azaria Joins SAY Detroit! Marathon

    Dec. 11, 2025 ~ Hank Azaria, comedian and actor famous for his roles in "Friends" and "The Simpsons," joins Mitch Albom at the 14th annual SAY Detroit! Marathon to discuss his acting career and his Bruce Springsteen impression. Photo: Brad Penner ~ USA TODAY NETWORK

  • #490
    Aug 25, 2025 · 8 min

    Recapping the LIV Golf Michigan Team Championship

    August 25, 2025 ~ Pulte Family Charitable Foundation COO Kevin Doyle joins Steve Courtney to recap the LIV Golf Michigan Team Championship that took place this past weekend at The Cardinal at Saint John's.

  • #485
    Dec 12, 2024 · 7 min

    SAY Detroit Radiothon ~ Mike Tirico

    Dec. 12, 2024 ~ NBC Sportscaster Mike Tirico talks about his roots in the Detroit area and the positive changes he’s seen throughout the city over the years. Listen as he talks about this and more on the Mitch Albom SAY Detroit Radiothon. Learn more about the Radiothon, and learn how you can help, by at MitchAlbomRadiothon.com.

  • #486
    Dec 12, 2024 · 12 min

    SAY Detroit Radiothon ~ Jeff Daniels

    Dec. 12, 2024 ~ Hear the story behind how Jeff Daniels teamed with Peyton Manning to break the Lions’ curse, plus get other amusing stories all recorded LIVE at the Mitch Albom Say Detroit Radiothon. Join in on the fun while learning how you can help Detroiters in need. Get more at MitchAlbomRadiothon.com.

  • #487
    Dec 12, 2024 · 9 min

    SAY Detroit Radiothon ~ Hank Azaria

    Dec. 12, 2024 ~ Funny man Hank Azaria dials by the Mitch Albom SAY Detroit Radiothon to make a good impression (or two). Join us for a few good laughs, plus details on how you can help make a difference for Detroiters in need. Learn more at MitchAlbomRadiothon.com.

  • #484
    Dec 12, 2024 · 11 min

    SAY Detroit Radiothon ~ Dan Campbell

    Dec. 12, 2024 ~ Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell joins the Mitch Albom SAY Detroit Radiothon. Hear Dan’s thoughts on the upcoming Lions / Bills matchup, plus learn about a special experience Dan is offering up for the Radiothon auction. Learn more now at MitchAlbomRadiothon.com.

  • #482
    Oct 2, 2024 · 9 min

    Tim Meadows Joins!

    October 2, 2024 | Tim Meadows joins Steve, Kenny & Kevin to talk about his upcoming show in Detroit for Comedy Caucus, an unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy and live music at Flagstar Strand Theatre in Pontiac, Michigan, supporting Gretchen Whitmer Fight Like Hell PAC.

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