Exploring Campaign Finance and Literary Works on Stateside Podcast
Stateside, a podcast covering various topics, recently featured discussions on campaign finance, literary works, and the history of cherries in Michigan. The episode delved into intriguing revelations about Congressman Shri Thanedar’s campaign contributions, a new book by author Jillian Laine, and the cherry industry in Michigan.
Investigating Campaign Contributions in Cryptocurrency Funds
Akela Lacy, Senior Politics Reporter at The Intercept, shared insights on Congressman Shri Thanedar’s campaign finances. According to Lacy’s reporting, Thanedar, a Democrat, allocated millions of dollars of campaign contributions into cryptocurrency funds. The story titled “Two-Thirds of Shri Thanedar’s Campaign Cash Came Through AIPAC as He Lost Over $600K” sheds light on this significant development.
Exploring Historical Fiction with Jillian Laine
Another highlight of the episode was an interview with Jillian Laine, a northern Michigan writer, who discussed her latest book, “Henry Tudor Must Die.” Laine’s work offers a witchy retelling of the wives of Henry VIII, adding a unique twist to historical fiction.
Unraveling Michigan’s Cherry Capital Mystery
Additionally, the podcast featured an episode of “On Hand” that delved into the origins of cherries in Michigan. Despite cherries not being native to the state, Michigan has established itself as the cherry capital. Listeners can discover more about this fascinating history here.
Guests on Today’s Show:
- Akela Lacy, reporter for The Intercept
- Jillian Laine, author of “Henry Tudor Must Die”
- Michelle Jokisch Polo, Stateside Producer
