Off the Record
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.
Details
First Air Date
Last Air Date
3/14/2025
Network
PBS
Rating
5/10 (2 votes)
Status
Returning Series
Production Companies
Michigan State University, Michigan Association of Public Broadcasters, WKAR-TV (US)
About Off the Record
Off the Record is a weekly political talk program broadcast across Michigan's PBS member stations. The series focuses on state government, covering the governor, legislature, and political campaigns. Its format divides each episode into two segments: the first features a panel of reporters discussing current news, followed by a roundtable interview with a politician or newsmaker. The program is hosted by Michigan's senior capitol correspondent, Tim Skubick.
The series has accumulated 4 seasons and 210 episodes, maintaining a status as a 'Returning Series'. Its content is grounded in political debate and discussions around Michigan-specific issues. The show functions as a resource for those interested in state-level politics within Michigan, providing regular updates and direct commentary from those involved in or observing the political landscape.
With keywords such as "Michigan," "politics," and "debate," Off the Record targets an audience specifically interested in local and state governmental affairs. The show's structure, which combines reporter analysis with direct interviews, aims to offer both critical perspectives and direct engagement with political figures.
Why you might be searching for Off the Record
People are searching for "Off the Record" due to its long-running coverage of Michigan politics, often remembering its debate format and focus on state-level government and newsmakers.
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You can stream "Off the Record" on PBS.org, the PBS app, or through KQED in the US. Some episodes are also available on WKAR's website.
"Off the Record" is a news and public affairs program that covers Michigan politics, including the governor's office, state legislature, and political campaigns, so it discusses real-world events and topics.
There are at least 56 seasons of "Off the Record," with season 56 airing in 2026. The show has been on since at least season 41.