From the world’s strangest museums to sports that should never exist, this episode of Round Robin dives headfirst into human curiosity and chaos.

We explore some of the most unusual museums on Earth, wildly bizarre sporting events, forgotten and unhinged Olympic history, and real sports injuries that didn’t even happen during the game.

We wrap things up with Round Robin Recommendations, including a psychological thriller worth watching this week.

Smart, funny, strange, and surprisingly educational — this episode proves that history, sports, and people have always been a little weird.

#RoundRobinPodcast#PodcastRecommendations#WeirdHistory

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original music by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

In Part Two of Shadows of Macomb County, we examine the murder of Lisa Putman, a Michigan Child Protective Services worker killed while performing her duties. This episode follows the investigation into her disappearance, the arrest of Jacqueline and Josephine Verellen, and the legacy Lisa left behind — including why social worker safety matters.

This is a victim-centered, factual account of a case that changed how risk is understood for frontline social workers in Michigan.

#TrueCrime #Michigan #MalliceInTheMitten #MichiganTok #SocialWorkerSafety #CPS #SayHerName #LisaPutman

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

Original music by Tracy Preston

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Yellow Mike is one of Michigan’s darkest folklore legends — a forgotten asylum patient, a sealed crate, and a being that learned how humans move, breathe, and fear. Some say he escaped. Some say he never existed. Others say he’s still watching. 

#FBombFriday #MichiganFolklore #DarkFolklore #MidwestLegends #AmericanFolklore 

Story researched and written by Todd Preston

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

Original music by Tracy Preston

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https://libraries.udmercy.edu/archives/special-collections/cfa/index.php?field=loc_text&start=150&term=LOCATION+NOT+RECORDED 

From towering steel to ancient waters, we’re diving into one of Michigan’s most iconic landmarks — the Mackinac Bridge — and the powerful freshwater system it spans.

In this episode of Round Robin, we explore the fascinating history of the bridge, uncover how the Great Lakes got their names, and answer a question many people have never stopped to ask:

It’s a conversation filled with surprising history, geography, and Michigan-flavored curiosity — the kind that makes you look at familiar places in a whole new way.

#RoundRobinPodcast #MichiganHistory #MackinacBridge

Jennifer Kukla | A Michigan Family Betrayal

In Michigan, a home is supposed to be a place of safety.

In the first episode of this series, Malice in the Mitten examines the case of Jennifer Kukla — a story of domestic trust, quiet warning signs, and a crime that unfolded behind closed doors. Through careful research and restrained storytelling, we explore what happened, how it escalated, and the devastating impact left behind.

This episode focuses on facts, accountability, and remembering the victims — not glorifying violence, but understanding how it happens and why awareness matters.

Listener discretion advised.

If you or someone you care about is struggling with mental health, support is available. You can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or in Michigan call the Michigan Crisis and Access Line at 1-844-446-4225. These services are confidential, free, and available 24 hours a day. You don’t have to go through this alone.

#MaliceInTheMitten #MichiganTrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity

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Sources for this episode include Michigan court records, reporting from MLive, Detroit Free Press, and the Associated Press, along with information from the Michigan State Police and the Michigan Department of Corrections.

Educational context provided by national domestic violence and mental health organizations.

Dive into the legend of the Kalamazoo River Dragon, one of Michigan’s most enduring cryptid mysteries. From 19th-century sightings to connections with Indigenous water spirits and river lore, we explore what people have claimed to see along the Kalamazoo River, why this creature became part of local storytelling, and what it means for Michigan folklore today. Featuring firsthand accounts, historical research, and cultural context — this episode unravels the mystery, myth, and meaning behind the elusive River Dragon.

Story researched and written by Todd Preston

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original Music by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

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Michigan Cryptid Arcane – “The Legend of the Kalamazoo River Dragon”

Kalamazoo Public Library – Kalamazoo River History

Kalamazoo Public Library – Origin of the Name “Kalamazoo”

Indigenous Water Spirit Lore – Mishipeshu / Underwater Panther

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Michigan’s sand dunes aren’t just beaches — they’re ancient, moving landscapes with secrets beneath the surface.

This week on Round Robin, we explore Michigan’s massive freshwater sand dunes, wild fun facts, hidden dangers, and the eerie truth about dunes that shift, swallow forests, and sometimes catch people off guard. From Silver Lake to Sleeping Bear, we break down why Michigan’s dunes are unlike anywhere else on Earth — with curiosity, laughter, and just a hint of creepiness.

#RoundRobinPodcast #Michigan #MichiganSandDunes #GreatLakes #MichiganNature

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original music by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

On December 2, 2016, Danielle Stislicki left her job at a MetLife office in Southfield, Michigan, planning to meet a friend for dinner. She never arrived.

Her Jeep was found the next morning outside her Farmington Hills apartment — purse and belongings inside — but Dani was gone. Nearly a decade later, her disappearance has led to a murder charge, a complex legal battle, and a trial scheduled for February 2026.

In this extended episode of Malice in the Mitten, we tell Dani’s story from the beginning — who she was, the ordinary day she never came home from, and the details that matter. We examine the investigation, the assault of another woman months earlier, the controversial suppression of key evidence, and how juries are instructed to decide cases when they are never allowed to hear everything.

This is not a story about speculation or headlines.

If you have credible information about Danielle Stislicki’s disappearance, contact the Farmington Hills Police Department 248-871-2610 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers 800-SPEAKUP.  National Sexual Assault Hotline Support 800-656-HOPE or 988

Written and produced by Tracy Preston

#MaliceInTheMitten #MichiganTrueCrime #DanielleStislicki #FindDani

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Deep in Michigan’s forests, hunters whispered about a towering creature that walked like a man, screamed like something inhuman, and vanished without a trace. Known as the Gugwe, this forgotten legend predates modern Bigfoot sightings and carries a far darker reputation.

In this F-Bomb Friday episode, we explore the origins of the Gugwe, eyewitness accounts, Indigenous lore, and why some believe this creature was never meant to be found. This is Michigan folklore at its most unsettling — where the woods are watching, and something ancient still remembers us.

Researched and written by Todd Preston

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original music from Tracy Preston

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https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Gugwe— Gugwe cryptid background & sightings info

https://apex-flameback.fandom.com/wiki/Gugwe— “Beast of Seven Chutes” cryptid profile

https://www.reddit.com/r/Cryptozoology/comments/y5o97z/the_gugwethe_beast_of_seven_chutes_is_it_a/— Reddit discussion on Gugwe topic

https://medium.com/@fallofskywalker/deep-dive-into-the-legend-of-the-gugwe-74c8b5083a0f— Deep dive into lore & Mi’kmaq connections

https://www.native-languages.org/kukwes.htm— Mi’kmaq Kukwes legend (related folkloric creature)

https://www.thecryptocrew.com/2022/01/the-gugwe-bigfoot-sasquatch-dogman.html— Crypto Crew overview of Gugwe legend & variants

https://superbugtom.com/gugwe— Superbugtom blog on Gugwe description & Beast of Seven Chutes details

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcleiEtTk34— Video titled “The Gugwe Are Not Bigfoot — They Are Much, MUCH Worse”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uilD2NeXMKc— YouTube commentary including Gugwe-related discussion

Cheers to the New Year 🥂 reflections, resolutions & real talk on this New Year’s Eve Round Robin #NewYearPodcast #RoundRobinShow #PodcastLife

Produced and hosted by Tracy Preston

Original Music by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

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