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.
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Jul 5, 2024
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.
Jul 12, 2024
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.
Jul 19, 2024
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.
Jul 26, 2024
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.
Aug 2, 2024
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.
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Oct 25, 2024
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.
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Jan 3, 2025 · 28m
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.
Jan 10, 2025
Jan 17, 2025 · 28m
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.
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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.
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Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Off the Record Season 54 premiered on July 5, 2024.
Off the Record Season 54 has 53 episodes.
The season opens with Season 54 Episode 1, "Rep. Joe Aragona (R)". It aired on July 5, 2024.
Go to Season 54 Episode 1