Michael J. Thorp Has Stories to Tell about His Life in Mid-Michigan Television and Radio. Michael Shares Curious Tales from His Latest Book
Former WJRT TV-12 morning anchor Michael J. Thorp has been a familiar voice to the people of Mid-Michigan for nearly 50 years. He shares the story of his life and career along with his work in radio and television.
Michael is also a published author of 6 books about Michigan. Did I forget to say, a juror in a murder trial of the century in Genesee County?
Michael shares his fascinating stories about broadcasting and the characters he worked with in the golden age of Flint area radio.
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Purchase a copy of Michael's latest book Michiganians You Should Know, at the author's website
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