An exciting community show about local history, with an emphasis on the history of LCC and its surrounding neighborhoods, as well as greater Lansing and Mid-Michigan. Hosted by David Siwik, each episode explores a different topic such as the people, businesses, neighborhood communities, buildings, and other phenomena that make up the history of our college and region.
Lanstories
Claim This Podcastby LCC Connect
5.0(1 reviews)
31 episodes
Updated Weekly
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
16
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality21
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement27
Podcast Overview
An exciting community show about local history, with an emphasis on the history of LCC and its surrounding neighborhoods, as well as greater Lansing and Mid-Michigan. Hosted by David Siwik, each episode explores a different topic such as the people, businesses, neighborhood communities, buildings, and other phenomena that make up the history of our college and region.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
4/30/2022
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
16
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality21
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement27
6
Excellent Areas
1
Good Performance
12
Growth Opportunities
excellent
Episode Length
16 minutes
Performing excellently!
good
Transcript Coverage
60%
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
poor
Publishing Consistency
Every 38 days
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
+16 More Metrics
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
What's Included in Your Full Report
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
Get your free podcast insights report
See how your show performs across every key metric
Instant delivery
No spam
Attract Better Guests
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Secure Sponsorships
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Grow Your Audience
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
1 verified contact email on file for Lanstories
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
July 22, 2025
Boustrophedonical: Drawing the Borderline, Pt. 2
<p><strong>Boustrophedonical – Part Two</strong></p><p>Part two of a two-part episode, on this edition of Lanstories, host David Siwik continues his exploration of the namesake of Meridian Township, the land survey of Michigan conducted during the territorial and early statehood period of Michigan history. In this part two, Host Siwik takes a deep dive into the methods by which early land surveyors conducted their craft and the long-term implications for the land survey and sales systems that came out of this period of Michigan’s past. Other topics explored include the impact the land survey had on Michigan becoming a state, including the historical significance of the boustrophedonical section number system both short and long-term.</p><p><strong>Related Podcasts:</strong> Lanstories - Indigenous Mid-Michigan Lands, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/31fdcc5f-7d59-4571-bc9f-df0ed8d4bc03" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 1</a>, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/6190d193-f5c7-4bb3-85b8-f6e2ab3b39ae" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 2</a>, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/3cd36355-1dc9-4ac9-aad3-79806ed1d32f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 3</a></p><p><strong>Tags/Keywords: </strong>Michigan History, United States History, Northwest Territory, Ordinance of 1784, Land Ordinance of 1785, Northwest Ordinance of 1787, Township, Township Section, Boustrophedonical Section Number System, Michigan Territory, Statehood</p>
July 15, 2025
Boustrophedonical: Drawing the Borderline, Pt. 1
<p>Part one of a two-part episode, on this edition of Lanstories, host David Siwik explores the namesake of Meridian Township - the land survey of Michigan conducted during the territorial and early statehood period, centered around the Meridian survey line, and the establishment of the boustrophedonical section number system. Topics covered include an overview of the establishment of the Northwest Territory, the Ordinance of 1784, Land Ordinance of 1785, and how these early laws laid the foundation for virtually all land surveys and sales in Michigan, with the principal survey meridian located where Meridian Township lies now.</p><p><strong> Related Podcasts:</strong> Lanstories - Indigenous Mid-Michigan Lands, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/31fdcc5f-7d59-4571-bc9f-df0ed8d4bc03" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 1</a>, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/6190d193-f5c7-4bb3-85b8-f6e2ab3b39ae" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 2</a>, <a href="https://player.captivate.fm/episode/3cd36355-1dc9-4ac9-aad3-79806ed1d32f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 3</a></p><p><strong>Tags/Keywords: </strong>Michigan History, United States History, Northwest Territory, Ordinance of 1784, Land Ordinance of 1785, Northwest Ordinance of 1787, Township, Township Section, Boustrophedonical Section Number System, Michigan Territory, Statehood, Survey Point State Park</p>
December 10, 2024
Lansing and Malcolm X – Part Three
David Siwik delves into Lansing's housing discrimination and threats against the Little family during Malcolm X's childhood in the 1920s and 1930s.
31 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Lanstories
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Lanstories?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.