Off the Record is a weekly, political talk program produced by Michigan public television station WKAR-TV in East Lansing, Michigan, and broadcast statewide on PBS member stations throughout Michigan. Off The Record is hosted by Michigan's senior capitol correspondent, Tim Skubick. The program covers the governor, legislature, political campaigns and state government. Off the Record has two segments, opening with a panel of reporters discussing recent news for 15 minutes followed by a roundtable interview with a politician or newsmaker.
Showing Season 54 of 5
Season 54
2024
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01. Rep. Joe Aragona (R)
2024-07-05
The panel discusses the Governor Whitmer presidential speculation and more on the presidential debate. The guest is Republican Representative Joe Aragona from Macomb County. Simon Schuster, Jordyn Hermani, and Rick Pluta join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
02. Jennifer Granholm
2024-07-12
The panel discusses the Michigan Democrats on what to do about Joe Biden and Governor Whitmer's new book. The guest is U.S. Secretary of Energy and former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm. Chuck Stokes, Zoe Clark and Craig Mauger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
03. Sen. Jim Runestad (R)
2024-07-19
The panel discusses the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump and its impact on Michigan elections. The guest is Republican Senator Jim Runestad, from the GOP Convention in Milwaukee. Chad Livengood, Lauren Gibbons and Ben Solis join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
04. Correspondents Edition
2024-07-26
This week a special correspondent’s edition as the panel breaks down a busy news week including Biden stepping down and what Governor Whitmer says about a possible V.P. pick. Jim Kiertzner, Clara Hendrickson Beth Leblanc and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
05. Richard Czuba
2024-08-02
The panel discusses the Michigan "dead heat" in the presidential race. The guest is Pollster Richard Czuba from the Glengariff Group, Inc. Craig Mauger, Zoe Clark, and Joey Cappelletti join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
06. Episode 6
2024-08-09
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07. Episode 7
2024-08-16
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08. Episode 8
2024-08-23
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09. Episode 9
2024-08-30
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10. Episode 10
2024-09-06
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11. Episode 11
2024-09-13
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12. Episode 12
2024-09-20
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13. Episode 13
2024-09-27
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14. Episode 14
2024-10-04
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15. Episode 15
2024-10-11
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16. Episode 16
2024-10-18
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17. Rick Snyder & Rep. Tyrone Carter
2024-10-25
The panel discusses the battle of control of the Michigan house as the state continues to attract many top candidates. The guests are Former Republican Governor Rick Snyder and Representative Tyrone Carter a Democrat from Detroit. Jonathan Oosting, Clara Hendrickson and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
18. Episode 18
2024-11-01
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19. Episode 19
2024-11-08
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20. Episode 20
2024-11-15
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21. Episode 21
2024-11-22
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22. Episode 22
2024-11-29
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23. Episode 23
2024-12-06
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24. Episode 24
2024-12-13
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25. Episode 25
2024-12-20
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26. Episode 26
2024-12-27
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27. Evening with the Governor 2024
2025-01-03
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer talks with Off the Record's Tim Skubick. Topics include challenges for the governor in 2024, her recent book, the 2024 election, including how she plans to work with the Trump administration, and potential candidates for the governor's office in 2026. Joining the program for the final segment are First Gentleman Dr. Marc Mallory and the first dogs as well.
28. Episode 28
2025-01-10
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29. Episode 29
2025-01-17
This week a special correspondent’s edition as the panel discusses fixing the roads, new leaders in the house budget committee and the first GOP candidate for Governor enters the race. Chad Livengood, Clara Hendrickson, Lauren Gibbons and Colin Jackson join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick.
30. Episode 30
2025-01-24
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31. Episode 31
2025-01-31
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32. Episode 32
2025-02-07
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33. Episode 33
2025-02-14
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34. Episode 34
2025-02-21
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35. Episode 35
2025-02-28
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36. Episode 36
2025-03-07
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37. Episode 37
2025-03-14
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38. Episode 38
2025-03-21
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39. Episode 39
2025-03-28
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40. Episode 40
2025-04-04
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41. Episode 41
2025-04-11
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42. Episode 42
2025-04-18
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43. Brandt Iden
2025-04-25
The panel discusses the latest Democrat to enter the U.S. Senate Race, Representative Haley Stevens from Oakland County. The guest is former Michigan State Representative Brandt Iden, who is currently in charge of Governmental Affairs for Fanatics Sportsbook. Simon Schuster, Cheyna Roth and Colin Jackson join Senior Capitol Correspondent Tim Skubick.
44. Episode 44
2025-05-02
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45. Episode 45
2025-05-09
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46. Episode 46
2025-05-16
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47. Episode 47
2025-05-23
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48. Episode 48
2025-05-30
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49. Episode 49
2025-06-06
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50. Episode 50
2025-06-13
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51. Episode 51
2025-06-20
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52. Episode 52
2025-06-27
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53. Episode 53
2025-07-04
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