Zach Gorchow
@zachgorchow.bsky.social
President of Gongwer Michigan. Past: Detroit Free Press | Observer Newspapers | The State News | The Flint Journal. If you have left X/Twitter, I am pretty active on Instagram and LinkedIn. Send story ideas, rants and raves to [email protected].
Listen to @cheyna-roth.bsky.social dropping knowledge this week on MichMash about the judge dismissing charges against the 2020 Trump electors in Michigan. Watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/IwTSq_ArUkc?...
September 13, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Listen to @cheyna-roth.bsky.social dropping knowledge this week on MichMash about the judge dismissing charges against the 2020 Trump electors in Michigan. Watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/IwTSq_ArUkc?...
This week on MichMash, Alethia and I discuss how the big pressure point for public schools is Oct. 20 if there is no state budget in place by Oct. 1. The guest is @mccannr1.bsky.social of the K-12 Alliance of Michigan. Listen on any podcast platform!
September 6, 2025 at 7:31 PM
This week on MichMash, Alethia and I discuss how the big pressure point for public schools is Oct. 20 if there is no state budget in place by Oct. 1. The guest is @mccannr1.bsky.social of the K-12 Alliance of Michigan. Listen on any podcast platform!
I enjoyed talking to @michiganpublic.bsky.social yesterday about the origins of the MEDC. Then-Gov Engler announced its creation in his 1999 State of the State when I was a cub reporter. Democrats denounced it as a slush fund. How the turntables have turned. www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/stat...
Stateside: Thursday, July 31, 2025
Guest host Stephen Henderson covers a proposed cell phone ban in Michigan schools, voter turnout in the Detroit mayoral primary, and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s future.
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August 1, 2025 at 2:16 PM
I enjoyed talking to @michiganpublic.bsky.social yesterday about the origins of the MEDC. Then-Gov Engler announced its creation in his 1999 State of the State when I was a cub reporter. Democrats denounced it as a slush fund. How the turntables have turned. www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/stat...
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MichMash is going on the road! On Monday, June 16, MichMash will record a live episode at the Go Comedy! Improv Theater in Ferndale. There's a cash bar and fun giveaways. To get your tickets, go to our event page. @zachgorchow.bsky.social @wdet.bsky.social
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WDET & Gongwer Present: MichMash LIVE!
Join WDET and Gongwer for a live taping of the award-winning MichMash podcast at Go Comedy! in Ferndale on June 16.
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June 13, 2025 at 3:38 PM
MichMash is going on the road! On Monday, June 16, MichMash will record a live episode at the Go Comedy! Improv Theater in Ferndale. There's a cash bar and fun giveaways. To get your tickets, go to our event page. @zachgorchow.bsky.social @wdet.bsky.social
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Monster 19-story edition of @gongwermichigan.bsky.social is posted for subscribers.
June 11, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Monster 19-story edition of @gongwermichigan.bsky.social is posted for subscribers.
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This week, @mrccunion.bsky.social — which represents over 14,000 members across the state — endorsed Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan for governor. In the latest episode of MichMash, we explain why that indicates a major political shift for Michigan’s working class 🎧
Duggan endorsement shakes up governor's race; Sen. Camilleri advocates for K-12 budget - WDET 101.9 FM
State Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) joined the show to discuss the K-12 budget and what he's willing to negotiate.
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June 6, 2025 at 7:31 PM
This week, @mrccunion.bsky.social — which represents over 14,000 members across the state — endorsed Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan for governor. In the latest episode of MichMash, we explain why that indicates a major political shift for Michigan’s working class 🎧
It's a Mackinac Policy Conference blitz on MichMash. Alethia Kasben talks to Gongwer's Elena Durnbaugh about the news on the Island, plus bits from an interview with Sen. Brinks, a Speaker Hall presser and an interview @mcnamarawdet.bsky.social did with the governor and more. All podcast platforms!
May 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
It's a Mackinac Policy Conference blitz on MichMash. Alethia Kasben talks to Gongwer's Elena Durnbaugh about the news on the Island, plus bits from an interview with Sen. Brinks, a Speaker Hall presser and an interview @mcnamarawdet.bsky.social did with the governor and more. All podcast platforms!
This week on MichMash, the guest is @ranjeevpuri.bsky.social, discussing his frustrations with the House Republican majority. Listen on all podcast platforms!
May 24, 2025 at 1:24 AM
This week on MichMash, the guest is @ranjeevpuri.bsky.social, discussing his frustrations with the House Republican majority. Listen on all podcast platforms!
You better believe we had a segment on this week’s MichMash podcast on the Trump-Whitmer-Hall Oval Office moment. Watch the full episode at @wdet.bsky.social’s YouTube channel: youtu.be/3BQa7l-ZEXU?...
April 13, 2025 at 3:06 PM
You better believe we had a segment on this week’s MichMash podcast on the Trump-Whitmer-Hall Oval Office moment. Watch the full episode at @wdet.bsky.social’s YouTube channel: youtu.be/3BQa7l-ZEXU?...
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That all but slams the door shut on the Wings’ playoff chances this year.
Franchise record streak of missing the playoffs.
Longest playoff drought by an original 6 team
Passed by two division rivals in OTT/MTL
Calling this offseason monumental for Yzerman is an understatement
Franchise record streak of missing the playoffs.
Longest playoff drought by an original 6 team
Passed by two division rivals in OTT/MTL
Calling this offseason monumental for Yzerman is an understatement
April 9, 2025 at 1:52 AM
That all but slams the door shut on the Wings’ playoff chances this year.
Franchise record streak of missing the playoffs.
Longest playoff drought by an original 6 team
Passed by two division rivals in OTT/MTL
Calling this offseason monumental for Yzerman is an understatement
Franchise record streak of missing the playoffs.
Longest playoff drought by an original 6 team
Passed by two division rivals in OTT/MTL
Calling this offseason monumental for Yzerman is an understatement
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Who is @mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social, and why is she running for U.S. Senate? In this week’s episode of MichMash, we take a look at McMorrow’s political career and discuss her chances of winning with Politico Deputy Editor, @zackstanton.bsky.social 🎧
MichMash: State Sen. Mallory McMorrow enters Michigan US Senate race - WDET 101.9 FM
Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasben sit down with Politico's Deputy Editor, Zack Stanton, to discuss McMorrow's chances of winning.
wdet.org
April 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Who is @mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social, and why is she running for U.S. Senate? In this week’s episode of MichMash, we take a look at McMorrow’s political career and discuss her chances of winning with Politico Deputy Editor, @zackstanton.bsky.social 🎧
Thrilled to have @zackstanton.bsky.social Stanton from @politico.com on MichMash. Alethia Kasben asks him *the* question many are asking about Governor Whitmer and the 2028 presidential race. All podcast platforms. Or watch at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/qpBPbE813Jc?...
April 5, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Thrilled to have @zackstanton.bsky.social Stanton from @politico.com on MichMash. Alethia Kasben asks him *the* question many are asking about Governor Whitmer and the 2028 presidential race. All podcast platforms. Or watch at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/qpBPbE813Jc?...
For more of this solid gold, watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/weCXDZCgK0Q?.... Or listen on any podcast platform.
March 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
For more of this solid gold, watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/weCXDZCgK0Q?.... Or listen on any podcast platform.
No lies were told, right @cheyna-roth.bsky.social? Watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/SOYrJ20TBI8?...
March 15, 2025 at 1:31 AM
No lies were told, right @cheyna-roth.bsky.social? Watch the full episode at the @wdet.bsky.social YouTube channel: youtu.be/SOYrJ20TBI8?...
So much health care news right now! A good time to check in with Brian Peters from @mihospitalassoc.bsky.social.
In the first segment, @cheyna-roth.bsky.social and I unpack the @garlingilchrist.bsky.social for governor announcement. All podcast platforms!
In the first segment, @cheyna-roth.bsky.social and I unpack the @garlingilchrist.bsky.social for governor announcement. All podcast platforms!
March 14, 2025 at 2:45 PM
So much health care news right now! A good time to check in with Brian Peters from @mihospitalassoc.bsky.social.
In the first segment, @cheyna-roth.bsky.social and I unpack the @garlingilchrist.bsky.social for governor announcement. All podcast platforms!
In the first segment, @cheyna-roth.bsky.social and I unpack the @garlingilchrist.bsky.social for governor announcement. All podcast platforms!
An outstanding piece of photography by @jordynhermani.bsky.social this week (www.bridgemi.com/michigan-gov...) inspired me to come up with a top 15 photos in MI politics. @gongwermichigan.bsky.social subscribers, check your inbox for it in the Weekender. What did I miss? I whiffed on at least two.
7 Michigan Republicans push to ban gay marriage. It’s likely going nowhere | Bridge Michigan
While a handful of Michigan House Republicans join push to same-sex marriage, their efforts will likely be fruitless. Here’s why.
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March 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
An outstanding piece of photography by @jordynhermani.bsky.social this week (www.bridgemi.com/michigan-gov...) inspired me to come up with a top 15 photos in MI politics. @gongwermichigan.bsky.social subscribers, check your inbox for it in the Weekender. What did I miss? I whiffed on at least two.
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MichMash, the podcast partnership between Gongwer News Service and WDET Detroit Public Radio (@wdet.bsky.social), has received recognition from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters in its annual Broadcast Excellence Awards.
February 25, 2025 at 4:46 PM
MichMash, the podcast partnership between Gongwer News Service and WDET Detroit Public Radio (@wdet.bsky.social), has received recognition from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters in its annual Broadcast Excellence Awards.
MichMash's Alethia Kasben and @cheyna-roth.bsky.social review the governor's right turn in her State of the State speech, and then Denise Donohue from the County Road Association of Michigan joins the show to discuss the latest momentum for an infusion of new road funding. On all podcast platforms!
March 1, 2025 at 8:54 PM
MichMash's Alethia Kasben and @cheyna-roth.bsky.social review the governor's right turn in her State of the State speech, and then Denise Donohue from the County Road Association of Michigan joins the show to discuss the latest momentum for an infusion of new road funding. On all podcast platforms!
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After some compromise, the Michigan Legislature passed a revised version of the minimum wage/sick leave laws, which Gov. Gretchen Whitmer then signed into law late last week. In the latest episode of MichMash, we discuss reactions from each side of the aisle 🎧
MichMash: Whitmer signs minimum wage bill, House Oversight Committee outlines policy plans - WDET 101.9 FM
Michigan House Oversight Committee Chair Rep. Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township) joined the show this week to discuss the committee's policy plans.
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February 24, 2025 at 8:16 PM
After some compromise, the Michigan Legislature passed a revised version of the minimum wage/sick leave laws, which Gov. Gretchen Whitmer then signed into law late last week. In the latest episode of MichMash, we discuss reactions from each side of the aisle 🎧
We pushed back recording to Friday to make sure listeners got the most up-to-date analysis from Alethia and @cheyna-roth.bsky.social on what happened with paid sick time and minimum wage. And then Alethia interviews Rep. DeBoyer on his new role as House Oversight chair. All podcast platforms.
Last week on MichMash, Rep. Jay DeBoyer was our special guest where he discussed his plans for legislative oversight as the new chair of the House Oversight Committee with its beefed up powers and structure.
Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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February 24, 2025 at 9:59 PM
We pushed back recording to Friday to make sure listeners got the most up-to-date analysis from Alethia and @cheyna-roth.bsky.social on what happened with paid sick time and minimum wage. And then Alethia interviews Rep. DeBoyer on his new role as House Oversight chair. All podcast platforms.
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Win 354!
Michigan State men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo has eclipsed Indiana's Bobby Knight's 353 career Big Ten wins to becoming the winningest coach in league history.
Michigan State men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo has eclipsed Indiana's Bobby Knight's 353 career Big Ten wins to becoming the winningest coach in league history.
February 16, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Win 354!
Michigan State men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo has eclipsed Indiana's Bobby Knight's 353 career Big Ten wins to becoming the winningest coach in league history.
Michigan State men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo has eclipsed Indiana's Bobby Knight's 353 career Big Ten wins to becoming the winningest coach in league history.
Here’s what Attorney General Dana Nessel said when Alethia Kasben asked her on this week’s MichMash about her interest in the open Michigan U.S. Senate seat. Watch the full episode at @wdet.bsky.social’s YouTube channel: youtu.be/rurEPQC3ZfI?...
February 15, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Here’s what Attorney General Dana Nessel said when Alethia Kasben asked her on this week’s MichMash about her interest in the open Michigan U.S. Senate seat. Watch the full episode at @wdet.bsky.social’s YouTube channel: youtu.be/rurEPQC3ZfI?...
Patti Tremblay got her start as one of the key people on the House clerk staff back when I was a cub reporter and has worked her way up. Soon to don a judge’s robe.
BREAKING: Governor Gretchen Whitmer has named her liaison to the Legislature and one of the Capitol's longtime faces to a judgeship.
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February 14, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Patti Tremblay got her start as one of the key people on the House clerk staff back when I was a cub reporter and has worked her way up. Soon to don a judge’s robe.
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Michigan will, for the first time ever, host open-seat races for both Senate and governor next year, as @zachgorchow.bsky.social recently pointed out. Some states still have never done so, as Eric Ostermeier catalogs below
How rare is it for a state to have an open Senate seat AND an open governorship in the same year? The University of Minnesota's Smart Politics dives in.
A Brief History of States Hosting Open Gubernatorial and US Senate Elections in the Same Cycle - Smart Politics
Nine states have not seen seats for the U.S. Senate and governor simultaneously open up during the direct election era.
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February 10, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Michigan will, for the first time ever, host open-seat races for both Senate and governor next year, as @zachgorchow.bsky.social recently pointed out. Some states still have never done so, as Eric Ostermeier catalogs below
Gongwer subscribers, my Weekender column is now in your inbox. Looking at the implications of the Peters departure, of course.
February 1, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Gongwer subscribers, my Weekender column is now in your inbox. Looking at the implications of the Peters departure, of course.