🎙️ The Mighty Span Daniel – Mic Skills, Soul Work, and the Legacy of Sound

Yanice Jackson and The Mighty Span Daniel strike a pose before recording an episode of The Sunday Chronicle at Stacks 92.1 FM — where culture, conversation, and community take the mic.

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In Lansing, radio has always been more than just airwaves—it’s a heartbeat, a rhythm, a legacy passed mic to mic. Few embody that spirit today like The Mighty Span Daniel, the #1-mid- day radio personality in Mid-Michigan and proud co-host of The Sunday Chronicle on Stacks 92.1 FM, sister station to Q106 FM.

Span’s journey to the mic wasn’t a straight line. Born and raised in Detroit, he once juggled life as a two-sport All-State athlete and Honor Society student. Over time, his pursuit of education spanned three institutions and 222 credit hours, but what stuck wasn’t a degree. It was his voice. His presence. His ability to strike a chord every time he cracked the mic.

“Every time I get on the mic, I get to say something uniquely difficult,” he says.“There aren’t many ways to express the Black perspective in rock radio—but we’re out here. Black people invented this music too.”

Known for his interviews with icons like Slash, Gavin Rossdale, and Sammy Hagar, Span has built more than just a following—he’s built trust. As a creative voice in radio, podcasting, and comedy, his presence helps bridge audiences, genres, and generations.

🖤 From Detroit to Lansing: A Legacy Connection

Though he never met Chronicle Founder Jay Price, Span is connected to the legacy through Yanice Jackson, Jay’s daughter and current publisher of The Chronicle News. More than a co-host on The Sunday Chronicle, Span is a mentor, collaborator, and cultural amplifier. 

“I saw a small business from a Black person that happened to be a woman, and I wanted to be a part of it. The Chronicle is more than a paper—it’s an expression of Black humanity.”

He stepped in to help produce the show when needed and quickly became integral to its growth. His motivation? Seeing Black stories told with power, depth, and dimension. From podcasting and stand-up comedy to his own rock/MMA show, Beats and Beatdowns, Span sees media as a vehicle for impact, not just content. 

“Teaching is a way a piece of yourself can live on. Watching the show evolve—and knowing I’m helping pass something forward—that’s legacy work.”

🎧 Tied to the Tribute

As part of the Crazy Caz Memorial Issue, Span adds perspective not just as a fellow DJ but as someone shaping the next phase of Black media in Lansing. He’s a reminder that legacy doesn’t end with one era—it transforms. He doesn’t seek immortality, but he’s certain some part of him should live on—if it helps push the culture forward.

“No matter what happens, what I’ve seen in The Chronicle is an expression of our humanity. It enriches people. And hopefully, they’ll remember that.”

😂 The Bio You Didn’t Know You Needed

“My name is Span, and I’m aware it’s unusual. That’s OK. Just say it slowly, let it roll over your lips like a sip of something smooth. Listening to my voice will have a calming effect... proven by no science whatsoever.” 

Span is also a martial artist, stand-up comic, podcast host, and public announcer for pro sports and wrestling. He’s dedicated to becoming a world-class harvester of hearts through entertainment. And honestly? He’s already halfway there.

📡 Catch The Mighty Span Daniel on-air at Q106 FM, online at YouTube.com/spandaniel, and every Sunday with Yanice Jackson on The Sunday Chronicle on Stacks 92.1 FM.