Original title
Off the Record
Released
-
Origin country
US
Genre
News
Production companies
Michigan State University, Michigan Association of Public Broadcasters, WKAR-TV (US)
Status
Returning series
Number of seasons
4
Number of episodes
210
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.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's annual address to the Michigan legislature.
The panel discusses equal funding for Michigan students. The guest is Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum. Panelists Lauren Gibbons, Chuck Stokes, and Jonathan Oosting join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the president's trip to Northern Michigan and the latest on gubernatorial challengers. The guest is former MI state senator Tonya Schuitmaker. Panelists Cheyna Roth, Zoe Clark and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses new polling on the Governor's race and others. The guest is Patrick Anderson, CEO, Anderson Economic Group, urging a no vote on proposal one. Panelists Zoe Clark, Dave Boucher and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the first debate between Gov. Whitmer and Tudor Dixon as well as the latest attack ads. Panelists Simon Schuster, Emily Lawler, Jordyn Hermani and Chuck Stokes join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the allegations against former Michigan Speaker Lee Chatfield. The guest is House Democratic Leader Rep. Donna Lasinski. Panelists Kyle Melinn, Lauren Gibbons and Craig Mauger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the final debate between Gov. Whitmer and Tudor Dixon as well as the mid-term elections. Panelists Jonathan Oosting, Zoe Clark, Zachary Gorchow and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the race for governor and the latest polling numbers. The guest is House GOP Campaign Committee Chair Rep. Sarah Lightner. Panelists Dave Boucher, Rachel Loiuse Just and Craig Mauger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the mid-term election results and what's next for democrats and republicans in the state. Panelists Kyle Melinn, Emily Lawler, Lauren Gibbons and Chad Livengood join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses candidates to lead the Michigan republican party. The guest is Governor Gretchen Whitmer discussing the election, her agenda and the rumors of a presidential bid. Panelists Simon Schuster, Jordyn Hermani and Craig Mauger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the fallout from the budget deal. The guest is veteran GOP member of the House Budget Committee, Rep. Phil Green to discuss where your tax dollars went. Panelists Craig Mauger, Clara Hendrickson, and Lauren Gibbons join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses the latest candidate to emerge in the race to replace Sen. Debbie Stabenow. The guest is the president of the Michigan Association of Public School Academies with his take on how the state budget affects charter schools. Panelists Chuck Stokes, Stella Yu, and Alyssa Burr join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses a recall effort aimed at six house members and election fraud charges against state Republicans. The guest is state budget director Chris Harkins. Panelists Chad Livengood, Jordyn Hermani, and Zachary Gorchow join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses a continuing recall effort aimed at Democratic house members and the governor gets a Barbie. The guest is Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson. Panelists Kyle Melinn, Emily Lawler, and Simon Schuster join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
The panel discusses a gun ban at the state capitol and the latest Republican running for U.S. Senate. Panelists Jonathan Oosting, Samantha Shriber, Jordyn Hermani, and Bill Ballenger join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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