Ukraine fending off Russian invasion; local relief efforts to send aid
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Our panel discusses the Russian invasion of Ukraine and how the underdog forces of the Ukrainians are faring despite the high cost. And in the second segment, we talk about how to show support to Ukraine.

Let it Rip Weekend: St. Clair Shores Man Travels to Ukraine
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Throughout the Russian invasion in Ukraine we've brought you stories of local people wanting to help -- some gathering supplies, others going overseas themselves. Charlie Langton gets the latest from Anthony Pate from St. Clair Shores, as he delivers needed medical supplies in Ukraine.

State Rep. candidate roasted for rape comments, gas tax questions
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In our first segment, our panel examines offensive comments by Robert Regan. In part two, state Republicans are pressuring Gov. Whitmer to suspend the state gas tax amid surging prices.

LET IT RIP WEEKEND: Trapped in Ukraine, Relief Efforts and Surging Gas Prices
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Charlie Langton discusses the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, relief efforts to help to those trapped in the war zone and why some think gas prices will soon hit $5 a gallon.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine; Biden's State of the Union
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President Joe Biden delivered his first SOTU this week - our panel breaks down his message. And we talk about the Ukraine invasion by Russia entering its second week.

Russian war machine invades Ukraine, Biden promises sanctions
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Tonight our panel talks about the Russian attack of Ukraine and if sanctions and isolation from the west is enough of a response.

Mask debate continues; Lee Chatfield scandal and Jewell Jones plea
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Our panel talks about county mask mandates being dropped - but school districts keeping them in place. In part 2, we look at the situations with former state Rep Lee Chatfield and current Rep. Jewell Jones.

Brian Flores' NFL lawsuit; talking with candidate who said to unplug voting machines
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On this edition of Let It Rip, the panel is discussing Brian Flores' lawsuit alleging systematic racism in NFL hiring practices. Also, Ryan Kelley, a candidate for governor in Michigan, shares his thoughts after saying poll workers should unplug voting machines.

Russia-Ukraine tension; Whitmer's 4th State of the State
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The Russia and Ukraine situation is getting more strained. Our second segment focuses on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State and what she did - and did not say.

Settlement reached in Dr. Robert Anderson case; U-M president is out
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A $490 million settlement for the sex abuse victims of the late U-M doctor Robert Anderson was reached this week. In our second segment, we discuss the firing of U-M President Mark Schlissel for an inappropriate relationship.

Covid death total dispute; Lee Chatfield scandal
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Our panel talks about the anticipated auditor general report about long-term care facility Covid deaths in part one. In the second half, we discuss the alleged sex scandal controversy with Lee Chatfield.

Let It Rip Weekend: Vaccine Mandates & Getting Healthy in 2022
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The push to get more people vaccinated against covid lands before the U.S. Supreme Court. Can the government force you to get the shot and what happens if you refuse. Panel Guests: David Fink, Katherine Henry. Plus, it's the top resolution for the new year and it's the one most people fail. What you can do to keep that goal of getting healthier. Panel guests: Kimo Frederiksen, Que Broden

Omicron cases surging throughout state - what do we do now?
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As the omicron variant spreads like wildfire across Michigan, we talk to a panel of experts about how we can protect ourselves and adapt.

Challenges Michigan's new congressional maps face; are CDC isolation guidelines long enough?
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On this special edition of Let It Rip, the panel discusses which challenges the newly adopted Michigan congressional maps face. Also, the CDC's new isolation and quarantine guidelines are debated.

2 new Detroit City Council members; reflection on 2021
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Two of the newest members of the Detroit City Council are well-known political veterans - Fred Durhall III and Coleman Young Jr. They talk about plans for the new year, while in the second segment political pundits Greg Bowens and Karen Dumas look back at 2021's big stories and ahead to the new year.

A look back at the biggest stories of 2021
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Our panel reviews the year that was, including the biggest stories - including the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, year two of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the tragic Oxford High School shooting.

Can state law changes prevent another Oxford; Covid spike in Michigan
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Our first panel looks at the Oxford mass shooting tragedy and whether state gun law reform could stop something like it from happening again. In the second segment a pair of doctors talk about the rise in Covid cases across Michigan.

Legal challenges ahead in wake of Oxford tragedy; Parkland lessons
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The former mayor of Parkland Florida joins us to talk about her experience with a school shooting tragedy, while a legal panel in the second segment discusses the culpability of the school district in the Oxford tragedy.

Let it Rip Weekend: Oxford School Shooting
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Oxford High School let Ethan Crumbley back into a classroom despite concerns about his behavior. Now, legal experts are asking why. Plus, threats of violence force dozens of schools to close, while others remain open. Who is ultimately responsible to keep students safe? And are new gun laws necessary to prevent future tragedies inside Michigan schools, or do the tools already exist? Charlie Langton's Guests: Dr. R.J. Webber, Assistant Superintendent Novi Schools; Amy Conway, Superintendent Gibraltar Schools; Ven Johnson, Attorney; Bill Kucyk, Owner, Action Impact Firearm Range