From Blue Moon to Superman to Moose Tracks, we’re scooping up an origin story on this week’s edition of Thumbing Through the Archives! Join us as we discuss some of Michigan’s iconic ice cream flavors. Where did they come from? What do they taste like? Just who is Tracks the Moose? Catch us live on WMIC 660 AM or 95.3 FM from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. every Wednesday!

There is a murder within today's case, but it is not the center of this story. Rather, this is the tale of a judge and his son, his friends and colleagues, and the many missteps made in St. Clair County that would see a man undergo three separate trials in two decades for one crime. There isn't a question as to whether a crime was committed or not. Instead, there are questions about possible motives (and motivators) of the case’s actors, several of whom would go on to higher positions of power in the county’s legal system. On this episode of Thumbing Through the Archives, we're delving into the case of Wilbur Hamm and his son, William, a murderer.

The story of January 9th, 1993, may never have a conclusion. This day would detail the death of a man in the kitchen he once called home, along with curious motives and confusing circumstances. Those at the center of this tale were wealthy 39-year-old William “Bill” Paasche and his wife, 35-year-old Joann “Jodi” Paasche--two interesting characters, in and of themselves. On this episode of Thumbing Through the Archives, we’re going to be attempting to untangle this odd case, and we invite you to join us. Catch new episodes live Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on WMIC 660-AM/95.3-FM.

On a chilly November day in 1985, the loud boom from a single shotgun blast cut through the air of the student parking lot at St. Clair County Community College (SC4). A few minutes later, twenty-year-old Scott Macklem was found dead next to his car. The son of Croswell’s mayor, it was Scott’s murder that would spark a statewide manhunt to find the killer.

This is Thumbing Through the Archives, a podcast exploring the oddities, curiosities, and crimes of Michigan’s history. In last week’s episode, we explored all of the details surrounding Collins’ trial, including difficult jury seating and testimony from over fifty people. This is our final episode covering the Michigan Murders, so we’ll be diving into the aftermath of the trial and his life in jail. Believe it or not, there is still a lot to go over, so be sure to listen to this part somewhere comfortable.

We’re back here on Thumbing Through the Archives with another look into the case of John Norman Collins. Today’s episode features all of the details surrounding jury selection, testimony, and the defense's case. This is the second to last part of our longest series to date, so make sure to prepare yourself. As a sneak peek for our next episode, we’ll be diving into the court case’s aftermath including Collins’ time in jail. Catch us live every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on 660-AM/95.3-FM.

On this week’s edition of Thumbing Through the Archives, we’ll be continuing our research into John Norman Collins’ court case and its many confusing twists and turns. What started in July of 1967 would go on to last nearly three years, culminating in his conviction on August 19, 1970. So, be sure to stay tuned because this isn’t your simple run-of-the-mill trial.

This is Thumbing Through the Archives, and we’re diving into the final tidbits of the investigation into the Michigan Murders. With authorities gaining on John Norman Collins, the final pieces of the puzzle are just about set to fall into place. Join us as we unravel some of the remaining threads of this case! Listen live on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on WMIC 660-AM/95.3-FM.