When we tell stories, we have the opportunity to connect across generations. And sometimes, those connections can become catalysts that shift the course of our lives. Michigan Public’s Christopher Johnson introduces us to Detroit storyteller, Dwight Stackhouse, whose journey led him from the pulpit to the stage to James Baldwin—and beyond.  GUEST: Dwight Stackhouse, writer and storytellerSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

When we tell stories, we have the opportunity to connect across generations. And sometimes, those connections can become catalysts that shift the course of our lives. Michigan Public’s Christopher Johnson introduces us to Detroit storyteller, Dwight Stackhouse, whose journey led him from the pulpit to the stage to James Baldwin—and beyond. GUEST: Dwight Stackhouse, writer and storyteller See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we tell stories, we have the opportunity to connect across generations. And sometimes, those connections can become catalysts that shift the course of our lives. Michigan Public’s Christopher Johnson introduces us to Detroit storyteller, Dwight Stackhouse, whose journey led him from the pulpit to the stage to James Baldwin—and beyond.&nbsp; GUEST: Dwight Stackhouse, writer and storytellerSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Detroit Storyteller on His Unlikely Friendship with James Baldwin

Ever wondered why we call ourselves &ldquo;Michiganders&rdquo;? Or why we say &ldquo;pop&rdquo; instead of &ldquo;soda&rdquo;? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.
To share a story or submit your questions, head to <a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand">michiganpublic.org/onhand</a>
If you like what you hear on the pod, consider <a href="https://michiganpublic.org/podfund">supporting our work</a>: michiganpublic.org/podfund

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Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special. To share a story or submit your questions, head to michiganpublic.org/onhand If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work: michiganpublic.org/podfund

Ever wondered why we call ourselves “Michiganders”? Or why we say “pop” instead of “soda”? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That’s why we’re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.
To share a story or submit your questions, head to <a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand" rel="noopener noreferrer">michiganpublic.org/onhand</a>
If you like what you hear on the pod, consider <a href="https://michiganpublic.org/podfund" rel="noopener noreferrer">supporting our work</a>: michiganpublic.org/podfund

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