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Your Detroit City FC questions; Atlanta United 2 victory wrap-up May 23, 2022

Detroit City FC beat Atlanta United 2 3-1 over the weekend. Fletcher has the highlights and something he's watching for.

As the team embraces a much-needed bye week, we answer your listener questions about the club this year.

What position would an upgrade best help the men's team for the 2nd half?
If Fletcher Sharpe was GM, do you have any specific players you’d want us to go get?
How are we going to hold on to Trevor James, Rhys, and some of the other top players in the off-season?
Devin Amoo-Mensah has been a very quiet MVP for this team. Who has surprised you on the team so far this year?
With such a small bench, where do we end up in the standings if we make no signings?
The last MLS question will we answer for a long time, though a few asked a version, and we're keeping it to just one question: We’re doing great in USL, why aren’t we pushing harder for MLS? (Go talk to long timers / SG for the important culture stuff, but there's a lot of soccer reasons, too)
What is keeping the attendance at the women's game so much lower than the men's? What can the team do to improve women's matches attendance?

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What's the future of the People Mover?; Immersive Van Gogh; Pricey plates; Startups feel pinch and more May 20, 2022

We talk about a ton of things around Metro Detroit:

Devon tried Brazen Bagels; Jer talks up Cafe 1923
Jer previewed the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit in a historic building
The Detroit People Mover is reopening with limited stations. Should there be fewer? And what about the future of the elevated rail loop, considering $100m will need to be spent soon?
Unemployment is low, but investors are tightening their belts and businesses are taking a hit. We talk about how to navigate, and how Detroit's startup community might be impacted
A place in Capitol Park is now offering a $175 price fixed menu, no subs, drinks extra. We discuss.
The Wienermobile is in Farmington this weekend, we have details if you want to check it out.

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Ferndale Pride is back June 4 (ft. Julia Music) May 19, 2022

Ferndale Pride is June 4, 2022. Their Executive Director Julia Music joins us to talk about everything ahead for an even that'll be bigger and better than ever in Downtown Ferndale.

The event is one of the biggest spaces for celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community in Metro Detroit.

Also, be sure to check out our Daily Detroit booth at the event and say hi!

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Transit's density problem in metro Detroit; Are rides at fairs going away?; Crash Detroit ends; Who wants Pepsi-roni? May 18, 2022

A judge has interceded in the debate on Auburn Hills leaving SMART for their own service, keeping them in service for now. But an election is looming; and there's an underlying issue with transit in metro Detroit. IT's population density and distance, as the sprawled region in many places is below the 3,000 people per square mile some studies say is needed to support regular bus service. This applies to other services, too. We discuss.

3,000 per square mile supports bus service: https://kinder.rice.edu/2018/11/13/excerpt-many-cities-have-transit-how-many-have-good-transit

(I didn't mention on the show, but I think I'm going to make a map of the actual population densities around here. It'll be surprising, I think).

Plus, the St. Joan of Arc fair isn't bringing back rides, as the dollars don't make sense for the fundraiser. There are others following suit. Is this a trend, with increasing costs making the juice not worth the squeeze?

The Crash Detroit street band festival is done. We share some memories, and hope some more things pop up.

And, local chain pizza joints will soon be carrying "Pepsi-roni," made by infusing the pepperoni with sugar free Pepsi Zero. Yay or nay?

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POPnology brings R2-D2, ET, Hal 9000 and a Delorean to the Michigan Science Center (ft. Dr. Christian Greer) May 17, 2022

The Michigan Science Center is bringing some great icons of pop culture and science fiction to Detroit's midtown for an exhibit, POPnology, you won't want to miss.

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91% Chance of playoffs for Detroit City; Miami + Atlanta previews; Remembering Pistons legend Bob Lanier May 16, 2022

Detroit City FC is proving to the entire USL Championship they're here to stay, and a new rating from USL Tactics puts them at a 91% chance of making the playoffs.

https://twitter.com/USLTactics/status/1526148070186143744/photo/3

We go over the win against Loudoun 4-2. Plus, we look ahead to a Wednesday road match against The Miami FC and then back home on Saturday against Atlanta United 2.

Then Fletcher shares thoughts on the passing of the Pistons legend Bob Lanier.

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Trying the new Ex-Wife's Famous Chicken; Hudson's tower talk; 1,000 episode party soon May 13, 2022

What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit. Show notes to come.

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Going beyond the credit score to fund Black business (ft. Nimaj Driscoll) May 12, 2022

The reality is there's a lot of inequity in our American system.

It's been there since our founding. Sure, improvements have been made, but we're nowhere near there yet. And you can see it in our region, too.

Short of a massive federal program to truly begin to level out the metaphorical playing field on a number of levels for African Americans and other groups, to help get wealth into communities, start businesses, and more — the work has to be done where it can.

One of those areas is with access to loans. Nimaj Driscoll - a Detroit Native with CDC Small Business Finance, a nonprofit that's more flexible than a bank - joins me today to talk about a new program that doesn't involve traditional credit scoring to get Black entrepreneurs access to what they need to compete.

And they're already at work in the community. More: https://cdcloans.com/activate-detroit/

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Plan to lower Detroit's high property taxes gains steam (ft. Nick Allen) May 11, 2022

Long time listeners might remember the words split property taxes.

The idea being - the city of Detroit's tax burden is only second only to New York City.

But, I don't know if you've looked around. We don't have the household incomes, the commerce, or the number of people to support that.

We were closer to that many decades ago. But no more.

So the idea is to change the code to make it so land speculators and others would get punished, and those who are taking care of and improving their land get rewarded.

Now that the city of Detroit has a better handle of its finances and we're not immediately after bankruptcy, maybe it's time for the city leaders to look to the future.

What could we do different to truly become more resident-friendly and more competitive for businesses of all sizes? What if we could change the system so there were fewer foreclosures and more people stay in their homes?

When we talked about this last, it was more theoretical.

Now, there's a new report by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and commissioned by some local big hitters in Invest Detroit and the Kresge Foundation.

That, if you're paying attention, is major local interest in the topic.

Nick Allen, an author of the report, joins us to discuss it.

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7 Development stories around Detroit (ft. Robin Runyan) May 10, 2022

From buildings built from the top down in Greekton; to park work on Detroit's west riverfront; to different kinds of housing, Detroit has a number of big projects underway.

To talk about some of the key ones and get you up to speed, Robin Runyan from Urbanize is in the studio.

More: https://detroit.urbanize.city/

Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobinRunyan8

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Le Rouge deals with injury woes in Tulsa loss; DCFC's challenge of an unbeaten Lou City; Women's season debut May 09, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe is in the studio to talk match day action about Detroit City FC on the heels of a loss to Tulsa, and upcoming matches against Louisville City in the Open Cup and Loudoun United.

Plus, the Women's season got an exciting start.

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Bidding adieu to Astro + Ochre and work's changing mindset; Savage x Fenty to Detroit; What's next for malls + movie theaters May 06, 2022

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Living with water and dealing with our changing climate in Metro Detroit (ft. Josh Elling, Jefferson East) May 05, 2022

If you are a long time listeners of the show, you know that the far east side of Detroit by the riverfront is near and dear to my heart.

Recently, they've been dealing with flooding and other issues that are a harbinger of what's to come. See, our region has some major infrastructure issues to handle - and there's some big impacts on what will happen going forward if we don't address them now.

Josh Elling is the CEO of Jefferson East, a multi-service neighborhood service organization whose area contains much of Detroit's riverfront east of downtown and Jefferson Chalmers.

I enjoy having him on the show because we get into the details of what's happening on the ground. How we need to deal with water. Changes that may be needed in Detroit's building code to handle a wetter future. A needed seawall. How projects have been impacted. How this all works regionally because the water issue isn't just in one area, but something that impacts all of Metro Detroit. How, if we work together, there can be a lot of hope.

So sure, if you live in the immediate area you'll want to listen. But if you care about communities in southeast Michigan, you'll want to listen, too.

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Why saving our mature trees matters (ft. Dan Herms) May 04, 2022

Mature trees are more important than ever.

Our climate is changing, with Metro Detroit on pace in a best case to feel like northern Arkansas within a lifetime; and worst, Texas.

So how do we protect the trees we have?

What trees should we be thinking of planting so they survive climate change?

We get into all of that and more with Dan Herms, Vice President of Research and Development for The Davey Tree Expert Company.

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Processing the local impact of Roe v. Wade's probable overturn; Detroit's westside weed dispensing machine shut down; River otters return May 03, 2022

What a day.

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Ouimette added on loan; DCFC beats expectations in the USL Championship (and NYRB2); Previewing Tulsa; Women's season opens Saturday May 02, 2022

Lots of Detroit City FC news.

Fletcher Sharpe talks about the news breaking before we record the show about Karl Ouimette being loaned to DCFC from Indy Eleven. He has quite the history, and you won't want to miss it.

Plus, are some pundits covering the USL Championship moving the goalposts on the club? Fletcher says yes. That there's still a long way to go and a lot to learn, but there's no doubt Le Rouge is showing they belong and are doing well.

Tulsa is next on the schedule on the road, so Fletcher previews that.

And, we the women's season kicks off this Saturday and we'd be remiss if we didn't mention it and give you some names to watch this year.

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Bourdain was right: Travel changes you; Belle Isle Trolley; Cavnue; Things to do Apr 29, 2022

Anthony Bourdain was right: Travel changes you. A recent trip to Chicago hits different in your 40s than your 20s or 30s. As listeners asked us to include more examples, ideas and experiences from other cities, here we go.

Plus, Devon experiences the excellence that is Barda; Belle Isle is getting road trolleys; we talk about Cavnue, I-94 and what the heck is it; Plans for the Fairlane Mall (and the magical Ramadan festival in the parking lot at night); and there's some interesting things to do around town.

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"Make Your Own Party" with this new book (ft. Kelli Lewton, Chef + Author) Apr 28, 2022

Kelli Lewton is a Certifed Executive Chef, a successful catering company owner and makes frequent appearances on local media. She has a new book out, "Make Your Own Party," with 20 blueprints to empower you to put together an awesome shindig.

Support your local bookstore or get it online here: https://scribe-publishing.com/product/myo/

There's also a book launch party the Whiskey Factory: https://www.facebook.com/events/518900826313400/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]%7D

Part of the proceeds go to benefit the nonprofit Detroit Food Academy.

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Meet the new Detroit Refugee Network (ft. Kelli Dobner) Apr 27, 2022

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Previewing the Detroit International Festival of Animation + 6 Stories to know around Metro Detroit Apr 27, 2022

Today, we preview a great animation film festival coming up and hit on six stories around town you need to know about.

DIFA: https://www.difestofanim.com/schedule/

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Should DCFC loan a player? Keyworth speculation; Saturday match preview v. New York Red Bulls II Apr 25, 2022

Big show today, wrapping up DCFC's tired win against Hartford and previewing their upcoming match against New York Red Bulls II.

We discuss with some dates looming ahead if it's time for DCFC to consider getting a loaned player in the next couple weeks.

For new soccer fans, loans work different than in other U.S. sports and you'll want to listen to how they work.

PLUS - we speculate on the future of the beloved Keyworth as the home of Le Rouge with two different takes.

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Listener mailbag! Detroit area breakfast spots we love + your questions Apr 23, 2022

Listener question mailbag!

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Breaking down a triumphant win for Detroit City FC over MLS squad Columbus Crew Apr 20, 2022

Tuesday was a night for the history books, and a new chapter was written for a legendary club, Detroit City FC.

Against most odds, DCFC bested the Columbus Crew, an MLS squad, 2-1 in the U.S. Open Cup.

Fletcher Sharpe is in the studio and we do an in-depth breakdown of what went right, what went wrong, and what this means going forward.

Of course, we do Detroit City FC coverage every Monday but this is a special episode because, well, this is a big deal.

Usually, we do shows each weekday but this week we're only doing three because we have team members down. Next we'll be on air on Friday.

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Previewing Detroit City FC v Columbus Crew; USFL opens season Apr 18, 2022

On today's show:

We do a bit of a rewind and look at Detroit City FC's win over Birmingham that takes the team to 4th place in the Eastern Division.

Fletcher and Jer have differing thoughts on where the US Open Cup match against the Columbus Crew will go.

And finally, the USFL has started. Are you watching? Do you care? Soundoff!

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Meet the Bunny Mary; Road real talk; Deleting surface parking lots; Ferndale's Mezcal Apr 15, 2022

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Breadless sandwich shop opens on Detroit's new greenway (ft. Marc Howland) Apr 14, 2022

Today, let's go to the near east side. Joseph Campau and East Jefferson to be exact- well, it's a little tucked in as it's off the new Dennis Archer Greenway. There, you'll find what they're calling the flagship store of Breadless, a fast-casual sandwich shop without the bread. The grand opening was today and we have the details.

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Previewing the Royal Oak Taco Fest (ft. Jonathan Witz) Apr 13, 2022

This July 4th weekend the Royal Oak Taco fest is happening for the first time. We talk with organizer Jonathan Witz about the festival, what to expect, a new family-friendly feature and more. https://www.royaloaktacofest.com/

Then, I run down five quick stories to know around town. As always, for more, check out our newsletter: https://dailydetroit.substack.com/

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Comerica Park's tiny bag policy; Big mural feelings; KMart on Blockbuster watch; Spin Lyfts off Apr 12, 2022

Today's stories:

Former Ford company Spin has been spun off, and now they're working with Lyft to use their scooters in their app. That leads us to a great conversation about apps - how many pages of them do you have?

KMart, with big historical Detroit ties as SS Kresge, is on Blockbuster watch with just three stores remaining. We share memories.

Shianne stans for local "Smile" artist Phil Simpson in what's become a whale of a mural debate.

Plus, should Comerica Park change their bag policies? A number of women say that what they allow not only is small as far as Major League Baseball standards, but doesn't reflect the real needs of people visiting the ballpark. https://twitter.com/RobinRunyan8/status/1513527515326951425

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Detroit City FC gets wins; Legion + Columbus Crew previews Apr 11, 2022

It's a great time in Detroit for soccer.

Detroit City FC strung together a couple wins against Michigan Stars and United 2. Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk about it all. Their next two matches are very interesting.

Birmingham Legion comes to town in a match that DCFC needs to win to keep momentum on their blossoming USL Championship playoff chances.

Then Tuesday, April 19, MLS squad Columbus Crew visits Keyworth as part of the Open Cup in what will be one of Le Rouge's toughest challenges depending on what kind of squad takes the field.

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Wine is growing in Michigan (ft. Chris Southern, Detroit Vineyards) Apr 09, 2022

We're going to try some wine and talk about wine in Michigan and Detroit.

Yes, its a growing thing. Not just in numbers, but in types.

Our guest from Detroit Vineyards, Chris Southern, is not only going to walk us through some bottles for spring, but share some insight on the industry, maybe give you some things to think about when it comes to your perceptions of wine in our great grape state, and yes — how what's happening in the wider world impacts a local business.

Detroit Vineyards: https://detroitvineyards.com/

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Fernando's folly?; Southwest Greenway breaks ground; Tigers talk + more (ft. Robin Runyan) Apr 07, 2022

Lots of stories to talk about when Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit is in the studio.

The demolition of the Packard Plant seems a big step closer as a court has ordered Fernando Palazuelo to demo the long-vacant plant: https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/wayne-county-judge-orders-peruvian-businessman-to-demolish-old-packard-plant

The Southwest Greenway has broken ground: https://urbanize.city/detroit/post/construction-starts-southwest-greenway-corktown

Listener suggestions for the old Chung's space for sale at Cass and Peterboro

Discuss the fate of the United Artists Building and the importance of keeping special spaces: https://urbanize.city/detroit/post/construction-finally-starts-united-artists-building

The historic Grande Ballroom is for sale for $5m: https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroits-grande-ballroom-up-for-sale-for-5-million

And the Tigers season opener is Friday, so we get into why Robin's hopeful about the season (and good food at the ballpark).

Urbanize Detroit: https://urbanize.city/detroit/

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Old Chung's spot for sale; Cannabis ordinance passes in Detroit; Should private companies issue parking tickets? Apr 05, 2022

Producer Shianne is back! Topics discussed: The old Chung's spot is up for sale for $1.5 million: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb7yFKCLTXF/

Can a private company issue parking tickets? Should they? https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/columnists/nancy-kaffer/2022/03/31/parking-ticket-detroit-ilitch-lca-olympia/7216197001/

Detroit's Cannabis ordinance passes, allowing for recreational sales of marijuana in Detroit: https://twitter.com/kayleighrenel/status/1511370561045336065

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Dan Gilbert goes after Chelsea FC, but should he get it?; Plus looking ahead to Stars, Atlanta United 2 Apr 05, 2022

Local billionaire Dan Gilbert has joined a bid with the Ricketts family (of Chicago Cubs fame) for the storied Chelsea FC.

It's one of the most important teams in the world, not just among soccer fans.

We talk about why this is such a big deal - and Fletcher has thoughts on if he should get it and why.

Then, there's something worrying us as we recap the Memphis 901 FC match, look ahead to the U.S. Open Cup game against Michigan Stars and then this weekend on the road against Atlanta United 2. We also talk about how to solve it.

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April Fools' headlines; Yemeni coffee expanding; Plus transit, beer + openings Apr 01, 2022

The Friday show covers some April Fools' day headlines; a Yemeni coffeeshop is expanding locations; QLINE + People Mover updates; EMBC's newest brew; Detroit Pizza Company opening; and Anchor Bar returns.

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Working to save Royal Oak's Main Art Theater; DCFC pre-match news Mar 31, 2022

Today's show is in two parts.

First, the Main Art Theater in downtown Royal Oak is in danger of being demolished. We discuss it with an advocate working to save it, Jason Krysiak.

Second, we get into some DCFC news as there's a second game on Tuesday against the Michigan Stars as well as a new signing by Memphis 901 before Saturday's match.

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9 Local headlines + Michigan WWII Memorial coming to Royal Oak (ft. John Maten) Mar 31, 2022

Today's show is in two parts.

First, we'll run through some top stories around town I found interesting.

Links to all of them at https://dailydetroit.substack.com/p/wings-zamboni-driver-gone-new-qline

Plus, there's a statewide WWII memorial groundbreaking in Royal Oak. We have the details and their website is here: https://michiganww2memorial.org/

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How to get $100k for your Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park business (ft. Vittoria Katanski) Mar 29, 2022

If you’ve shopped or dined at small businesses in Detroit, it’s very possible you’re familiar with a Hatch Detroit alumni.

This annual program supporting brick and mortar businesses is one of my favorites because it not only awards money, but the tools, to succeed.

And, there’s a component where even if you’re not starting your own thing, you can vote on who goes through to the finals to get started.

My guest is Vittoria Katanski from Hatch Detroit.

More: https://hatchdetroit.com/

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NFL Draft + Hard Knocks coming to Detroit; DCFC news + Memphis 901 FC preview Mar 28, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe is in the studio.

We lead with a combination economic and sports story: The NFL Draft is coming in 2024.
The Lions will be featured on HBO’s Hard Knocks. Will it be good for the Lions brand?

Then, Detroit City FC coverage as we do every week.

Get into the pluses and minuses of the 1-1 draw with Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC.
Preview the match Saturday at home against Memphis 901 FC and why Le Rouge will want to win games like Saturday.

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Apple store speculation; Book Depository progress; New kiosks; Marijuana business growing Mar 25, 2022

Busy show!

Devon has the inside line on what’s happening at the old Book Depository in Corktown that Ford is rehabbing
New kiosks in downtown Detroit bring up the visitor experience
Marijuana business revenues are having an impact in the region, plus a new legal cannabis social space
And, we may be getting far closer to having an Apple store in downtown Detroit.

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Talking All Things Detroit (ft. Jennyfer Crawford); Plus a local National Cocktail Day recommendation Mar 24, 2022

Our show is in two parts. First up, we're talking about small business in Detroit, shopping, and the upcoming all things detroit event in Eastern Market. Jennyfer Crawford joins me for that.

More + Tickets: https://events.allthingsticketing.com/events/national-all-things-detroit-day-new

Then, our own Engineer Randy gets in front of the microphone to share his very Detroity pick for a cocktail to celebrate national cocktail day - and it's a cocktail that, in one form or another, is picking up steam across the country. He'll share everything you need plus cost out making it yourself.

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How potholes inspired beautiful glass mosaics (ft. Michelle Sider) Mar 23, 2022

The 4th Annual Michigan Regional Glass Exhibition opens April 3, and to talk about glass, glass as art, and the event ahead my guest is Michelle Sider.

Event information: https://gallery.jccdet.org/michiganregionalglass21

Michelle's website: https://michellesstudio.com/

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Detroit Pizza City; 5 Things to know around town; Half full, half empty Mar 22, 2022

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Happy birthday Cyrus Saydee; Battery beaten; Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC preview Mar 21, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe is in the co-host seat to walk through all things Detroit City FC.

We talk about beating the Charleston Battery and key players;

Preview the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC match on Saturday at 4pm, plus predictions;

And not only wish a Happy Birthday to Cyrus Saydee, but ask the question: Where in the world is he? Should he get re-signed?

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Bye, I-375; New trailhead park; Blame it on the Nain Mar 18, 2022

Tons of stories plus drink recommendations. It was great to get out and see the world on a very warm St. Patrick’s Day.

I-375 should be no more after a key Federal hurdle is cleared. 2027 is the planned construction time.

The quality of life for bus riders may improve with a new set of proposals to spend $51 million in ARPA dollars on transit in Detroit.

A new Warren Gateway Trailhead Park on the Joe Louis Greenway along the Detroit/Dearborn border is coming.

Dearborn Restaurant Week is ahead!

Blame it on the Nain - then party at Detroit’s dog park for humans.

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Finding the shipwrecked schooner Atlanta (ft. Corey Adkins) Mar 17, 2022

On today's Daily Detroit - we talk about a shipwreck. The shipwreck of the Atlanta was recently found, amazingly preserved, in Lake Superior. Based in Port Huron, the schooner often passed by a city of Detroit from the 1890s. Then, the tallest building it would have seen on our skyline is one you can still see today - the Fort Street Presbyterian Church with a towering 265 foot steeple built in 1877. Corey Adkins from the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society joins me to share some Michigan Maritime History.

For more pictures: https://www.shipwreckmuseum.com/shipwreck-society-finds-vessel-at-bottom-of-lake-superior-after-130-years/

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Find a lost loved one in Ukraine w/ DeTy.org (ft. Adrian Kwitkowsky) Mar 16, 2022

The situation in Ukraine, among many other words, is heartbreaking.

Part of the issue in a warzone is connecting people together. Family members. Loved ones. Friends. And during war, it can be hard for people to find connections to home.

So meet DeTy.org - it’s a site that connects those looking for loved ones in the conflict.

And a Metro Detroiter was part of the team, Adrian Kwitkowsky and he’s my guest today as we talk about the project and the conflict.

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SAFC wrap-up; DCFC v Charleston Battery preview; More players to sign Mar 14, 2022

In your weekly Le Rouge Report with Fletcher Sharpe, we go over some key Detroit City FC topics after their first match of the USL Championship season.

How did DCFC do in the loss? We look at the mostly positive result (outside of the final score) and a couple areas to work on.
We preview the match on Saturday against Charleston Battery at Keyworth. The home opener is exciting, and even more this year. We share the inside line on what to know about the visitors and what soccer journalist Fletcher Sharpe is looking for from the club on the field.
And finally, we get into the players that you don’t see on the field. Fletcher run downs who from last year has been signed to other clubs, and we discuss the (current maybe?) lack of Cyrus Saydee.

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St. Patrick's Day Preview; NeighborHUB; Plus 8 things to know around Detroit Mar 12, 2022

The forecast for St. Patrick’s Day is going to be 67 degrees. I think that tells you all you need to know about what’s happening with that next week.

We also discuss events and stories around town, from the city of Detroit to Ferndale to Plymouth to Westland.

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In-depth on Detroit's State of the City (ft. Chase Cantrell) Mar 10, 2022

More than just a recap, we offer analysis on the topics inside of the 2022 State of the City delivered by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.

The Master of Powerpoints. The impact of black development. Transit challenges. Population. Why empty land might be more difficult to rebuild - and more.

You can find Chase's work here: https://www.bcvdetroit.org/

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Challenge Detroit's decade-plus of impact (ft. Deirdre Groves + Addison Mauck) Mar 09, 2022

Have you ever wondered how you could get a job working in Detroit on interesting projects you care about?

Or are you someone who hires people and wants people that are excited to be here?

Since 2008, Challenge Detroit has been providing opportunities for people to stay and work in Detroit while doing good work.

Deirdre Groves from the program and Fellow Alumni Addison Mauck join me to get into the details.

Both, how you can get a job doing this work with time devoted to nonprofit support; and if you’re a company looking to bring on a Challenge Detroit fellow.

To learn more: https://www.challengedetroit.org/

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Historic Fisher Body 21 to get new life; DCFC v San Antonio FC preview + Atuahene, Forbes signed Mar 08, 2022

Today’s show is in two parts.

First, Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit talks about the massive Fisher Body 21 project, the impact and the importance - plus a couple other development tidbits.

More: https://urbanize.city/detroit/post/fisher-body-21-massive-redevelopment

Second, Fletcher Sharpe gets us ready for Detroit City FC’s season opening match against San Antonio FC and breaks down a couple of signings - Francis Atuahene and Billy Forbes. Plus, we draw the winner of the pair of Detroit City FC season tickets!

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Rivian's hot but the pricing is not; Does Ford Model e stand for Edsel? + more auto talk Mar 07, 2022

We are the Motor City, so we're talking the auto industry today with Eric Trytko.

Will Ford’s Model e stand for Edsel? Or will they make it soar?

Rivian’s made a critical error, but it’s a sign that pricing on electric vehicles is still something automakers are working on.

Plus, will Ford’s Lightning beat the CyberTruck to market? Plus, prices are up for new and used vehicles, but Eric Trytko sees the used market coming down a bit in time.

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Devon's (Double Soft) Parade; Basement kitchens, rising costs and roaming deer Mar 04, 2022

Devon espouses his love of Double Soft Parade. We discuss rising costs around town and basement kitchens. The museum millage faces a big setback. Plus Jer shares a memory of the free-roaming deer on Belle Isle.

Plus, due to a technical snafu we get an unexpected guest.

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Michigan film incentives are back on the table (ft. Alexander Page) Mar 03, 2022

Today we're wading into one of the most requested topics as of late - the possible return of film incentives.

The first round in 2008 met its practical end just a few years later.

But my guest, Alexander Page of the Michigan Film Industry Association, says that due to a number of fundamental changes, the sequel will be better than the original.

And that there's bi-partisan support for them. So obviously, I had questions.

If you’re interested in more: https://mifia.org/

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The $700 million plan for Detroit's school buildings (ft. Ethan Bakuli) Mar 03, 2022

Chalkbeat Detroit reporter Ethan Bakuli shares the details on the Detroit Public School District plan to spend $700 million on buildings and facilities.

What’s in it? What’s not? What about closures? And there’s public input being taken through the middle of April.

Full list of DPSCD public meetings on the plan is here: https://detroit.chalkbeat.org/2022/2/15/22935022/detroit-public-schools-community-district-public-feedback-school-facilities-plan-dpscd

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Pączki Day Mar 02, 2022

We head to New Palace Bakery in Hamtramck for a Metro Detroit tradition.

We stumble into a long-closed bar, ruminate on life, and rank their specialty Pączki including Strawberry cheesecake, coffee, triple cholocate, PB+J and buttercream.

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NFL Draft in Detroit?; The Trialist; Where's Green + Lawson now; DCFC sleeve sponsor dropped; The Milk Cup Mar 01, 2022

On today's Daily Detroit, Fletcher Sharpe is in the game.

00:36 MLB lockout looks like it's going to delay the season, and that's not great for Detroit businesses

04:44 The NFL Draft might be in Detroit in 2024

09:54 Discussing The Trialist on DCFC's pre-season squad and his possible impact

13:39 Where are these DCFC alumni now: Roddy Green + Shawn-Claud Lawson

16:00 DCFC drops a sleeve sponsor after supporter pressure

19:12 The Milk Cup and why Fletcher's all about it. More: https://www.michiganmilkcup.com/

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Big bold building speculation; Local food news + more Feb 25, 2022

What might be the next big building to move? The old state building on the Lodge? The Penobscot? Or maybe the RenCen?

Plus, Portillo’s is opening in Royal Oak; Taqueria El Rey lives on (for now) at Batch; Farlaine files; Winterblast and Royal Oak notes; a new vegan cinnamon roll place and more.

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Metro Detroit's transit dramatics continue in Auburn Hills (ft. David Gifford) Feb 25, 2022

The city council of Auburn Hills recently voted to leave SMART, the suburban bus system, to create their own, far more limited service. That may or may not actually come to pass, but it’s a good time to check in on the state of transit as we’re ramping up to an election that’s important for SMART and the discussion about transit heats up again as the pandemic recedes.

To unpack everything and give context, David Gifford. He’s a transit advocate and runs Transit Guide Detroit.

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How to really revive the Rust Belt (ft. John Austin) Feb 23, 2022

A new report makes the case that it's quality of life and community that helps revive cities, not the lowest taxes or most "business friendly" environment.

John Austin is Director of the Michigan Economic Center, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institute, and former President of the Michigan State Board of Education.

He, along with colleagues, authored a piece that shows traditional economic tools are ineffective compared to investments in quality of life and place - especially in Midwestern towns.

We discuss the Brookings Institute piece "Improving quality of life—not just business—is the best path to Midwestern rejuvenation" and get into the lessons we can learn locally. More reading: https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2022/01/26/improving-quality-of-life-not-just-business-is-the-best-path-to-midwestern-rejuvenation/

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Detroit's Greenway glory days are just beginning (ft. Todd Scott) Feb 23, 2022

Whether it’s the Joe Louis Greenway, the Iron Belle Trail, the Detroit Riverfront, East Warren and Morningside or in suburbs like Ferndale - Detroit’s greenway glory days may just be beginning.

Projects discussed are turning into projects developed. And throughout 2022 there’s a lot to follow.

Todd Scott from the Detroit Greenways Coalition joins us to talk about it all and how greenways doing well not only creates a more pleasant peninsula, but could reduce flooding, maintenance costs and more.

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What most media misses about the Juwan Howard incident; DCFC news and how to win season tickets Feb 21, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe tells us why he thinks (most) of the media has it wrong when it comes to U of M coach Juwan Howard’s incident with Wisconsin.

Plus, a bunch of Detroit City FC stuff. A signing, a friendly, and how to win season tickets.

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Big Great Lakes cleanup money; Coffee strike; What we're looking forward to + more Feb 19, 2022

Today on your Friday show:

00:53 - Jer’s bold snow-themed grape cocktail

02:56 - What to mix with paczki vodka (listener question)

06:15 - The Great Lakes is getting a billion dollars for environmental cleanup. Included in that is the Detroit River, Clinton River, and we talk about projects and the progress of the Rouge in Dearborn.

10:11 - Eastern Market is getting a new food hall. Will it work? We debate.

13:28 - Great Lakes Coffee employees are on strike. We discuss different sides of unionization in coffee shops and the service industry, and how this is really a microcosm of a national trend.

21:09 - The Fly Trap in Ferndale is reopening.

22:21 - Mask mandates are off in Michigan, and cases are dropping. Many who have done precautions are just ready to move on, and there’s a sense of both being done and hope around town. Devon and Jer talk about what they’ve missed and are looking forward to as spring comes.

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Detroit's electric road, explained (ft. Stefan Tongur) Feb 17, 2022

What if while you drove, your electric car charged? Or if you parked to a run an errand, and instead of plugging in, your SUV topped up for 20 minutes all on its own while you went into the store?

Detroit is soon getting the first mile of road that can charge an electric car in the country.

But the project and the technology raises a lot of questions. How will this work? What happens if it rains? What about seasons? And more.

To help answer them, I called up Electreon's Stefan Tongur in Los Angeles.

That's the company that will be making this happen in Detroit. Electreon already has contracts for roads like this in their native Israel, as well as Germany, Italy and Sweden.

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The latest on Detroit's recreational marijuana + cannabis ordinance (ft. James Tate) Feb 16, 2022

What’s the latest on the legal situation for recreational cannabis, marijuana micro-businesses and more in the city of Detroit?

Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate details the changes made in the latest ordinance that looks to address some legal concerns and get the industry moving in the city while including important equity provisions.

If you have input for Tate’s office, you can call at (313) 224-1027 or email at councilmembertate@detroitmi.gov

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The U.S. Open Cup, explained; DCFC signs Bryant, Fletcher's going to try and win you season tickets Feb 15, 2022

It's Tuesday which means it's time for Fletcher Sharpe and Detroit City FC.

00:28 - Michael Bryant is signed with DCFC. Was does he add and what should the team still look for?

06:09 - The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is back after a two year hiatus. It's one of the most exciting tournaments in sports because teams from all levels have a chance to prove they're the best in the country. Fletcher walks through how it works and what to expect, plus Le Rouge's opening match is against the Michigan Stars. Because of course it is.

16:11 - Fletcher's foot could win YOU a pair a season tickets to Keyworth Stadium this year. If Fletcher hits the crossbar, we're going to take his winnings and do a raffle for a PAIR of season tickets for you.

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Decoding J Dilla (ft. Dan Charnas) Feb 14, 2022

Dan Charnas is my guest today as we explore the life and legacy of musician and producer J Dilla.

Dan's new book, "Dilla Time," is described as equal parts biography, musicology, and cultural history and it was a fascinating read.

Order the book from your favorite independent bookseller or get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Dilla-Time-Afterlife-Producer-Reinvented/dp/0374139946

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iHeartMedia to Eastern Market (Remember Pillow Talk?); StockX v Nike; Fav date nite spots + more Feb 12, 2022

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The big economic impact of the Ambassador Bridge closure; New Apple development program Feb 10, 2022

Today's show is in two parts.

First, the Ambassador Bridge closure. The "Freedom Convoy" in Windsor is having a major economic impact, snarling the auto industry (and other local commerce) at a sensitive time.

Michelle Krebs from Cox Automotive and Autotrader helps break down the effects.

Then, Damien Rocchi from Grand Circus stops by for a few minutes to talk about their new Apple development program. Software jobs are among the hottest around, so this might be your shot to get a start.

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Four stories to follow ft. Steve Friess Feb 09, 2022

Journalist Steve Friess is back to talk about two stories he wrote for Newsweek, one for Hour Detroit, and a timely topic.

First up, Jerry Green is an iconic sportswriter in Detroit. And he holds a unique place in Super Bowl History: https://www.newsweek.com/2022/02/18/one-sports-writer-has-been-every-super-bowl-will-this-year-his-last-1677257.html

Here's a GoFundMe to help send him on his way: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ry48d-send-sportswriting-icon-jerry-green-to-super-bowl

Can the GOP make inroads with black voters with black candidates? We discuss Steve's Newsweek cover story: https://www.newsweek.com/2022/02/18/gop-bets-black-conservatives-key-victory-we-change-we-die-1677030.html

The Secretary of State race is of more importance this year. Steve profiled the current office holder, Jocelyn Benson and we discuss. Here's the Hour Detroit story: https://www.hourdetroit.com/political-topics/secretary-of-state-jocelyn-benson-gears-up-for-a-reelection-fight/

Plus, the both the Ambassador Bridge and Blue Water have been virtually locked up for days due to the "Freedom Convoy," bringing this international story to our doorstep. It's disrupting commerce and snarling traffic. We discuss.

More: https://www.newsweek.com/detroit-bridge-closed-first-time-decades-over-canada-covid-protest-1677237

More: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-60293708

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Hoppenot signed; Locals in the Super Bowl; Fletcher's Brian Flores take Feb 08, 2022

Today:

Antoine Hoppenot has been signed by Detroit City FC. What does this mean for the team?

Fletcher Sharpe shares the local talent to root for in the Super Bowl, meaning actually from here.

And finally, Fletcher shares his real-life experience as a former black quarterback and thoughts on the Brian Flores lawsuit and the allegations inside - and how the issues just aren't about the NFL.

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Previewing the Detroit House of Comedy (ft. John Tobin) Feb 07, 2022

The Detroit House of Comedy is taking over a legendary location in Detroit’s comedy scene.

Co-owner John Tobin has big plans, and we talk about them, how he hopes to help grow the comedy scene in the area and why he’s investing in Detroit.

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Michigan Central adds Google; Favorite MC5, Eminem tracks + more Feb 04, 2022

Today:

There's announcements of a new partner for the "Michigan Central District" in Corktown that contains Michigan Central. Google is now added to the mix in some way, and there's more resources the state is throwing at the project.

Plus, Devon explains what the heck "Mobility" means.

The old (and mostly vacant) State of Michigan Building just off the Lodge in Detroit is for sale again. What should it be turned into?

Taqueria El Rey has a very successful fundraiser after it burns; and Street Beet is closing in the 3rd Street. We throwback and remember Dangerously Delicious Pies. SMOG Forever!

The Motown Museum picked up a new building down the street, which leads us to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominations that include the MC5 and Eminem. We discuss tracks, and want to know your favorites.

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New buoy gives early warnings about Detroit River water quality Feb 03, 2022

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Soccer and Detroit sports coverage (ft. Matt Friedman) Feb 01, 2022

A perennial question is: Should Detroit City FC get more coverage on mainstream sports media? Does it even matter in this fractured media environment?

After all, do we really need a 5000th Matt Stafford hot take? There’s plenty of people who do it well.

But is there a place for soccer next to that?

Media and public relations expert Matt Friedman of Tanner Friedman joins us to talk about sports radio and media in general, the dominance of American Football, and where soccer has opportunities.

Beyond his business credentials, Matt has led strategic communications projects for multiple Division I college athletic departments and a “Power Five” athletic conference.

More on Matt: https://tannerfriedman.com/blog/strategists/matt-friedman/

Plus Fletcher chimes in on the latest Detroit City FC signing, and an quick update on the USL Women’s League.

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Devon's turnaround ideas; Smith + Co. reopening; Allen Park movie theater coming down + more Jan 28, 2022

On today's show:

We share our morning coffee spots today: Black Box in Dearborn, and Milwaukee in Detroit.

Devon O'Reilly shares his turnaround ideas after listening to yesterday's show with Kurt Metzger. They include a shift in focus, opening the doors to more immigration in the region, and more.

Additional reading: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/voices-chad-livengood/why-fords-corktown-project-may-mean-more-future-next-battery-plant

Plus, food news. We discuss Smith and Co. is reopening in Midtown; a new Vegan (or plant-based) spot in downtown Detroit; and the new Sugar Factory Brasserie by Campus Martius.

Devon shares his memories of the Allen Park theater that's slated to be demolished soon.

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If you're not growing, you're dying (ft. Kurt Metzger) Jan 27, 2022

There’s a saying that when you stop growing, you start dying. Well, the bottom line is Michigan now has more deaths than births. Metro Detroit is not faring better.

We knew this was coming for awhile, but leaders from neither major political party have been able to stop it.

What does it mean? How did we get here? What could we all do? My guest, Kurt Metzger, will help us sort it out.

He’s one of the foremost minds when it comes to data, our region, our state and putting it to use.

He started Data Driven Detroit, he’s a recently former mayor of Pleasant Ridge, and he’s got some interesting perspectives and context to share.

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Talking Tiki (ft. Renee Tadey) Jan 27, 2022

Today we talk with the author of “Detroit Tiki: A History of Polynesian Palaces and Tropical Cocktails.” The Motor City has a big history in the genre, and we get into it ahead of the release of Renee Tadey’s new book on Arcadia Press.

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Why incentives don't work (and what to do instead) ft. John Mozena Jan 25, 2022

On the heels of $824 million in state incentives being handed out today for battery plants in Michigan, I figured it was the right time to share my recent conversation with John Mozena.

He heads up the Center for Economic Accountability, and is a watchdog around the tax and other incentives handed out by governments locally, statewide, and across the United States.

In his view, they don’t make that much difference where a business locates but do tend to make politicians look good at the public’s expense.

But the price of an effective argument is a solution. And that solution might just be investing in the things that actually make our cities and states attractive to live in and stay, instead of band-aiding issues by tossing money out the door.

Whether you agree with John or not, I think this episode will make you put your thinking cap on.

It reminded me that there are plenty of ways people of good intention but with different ideas can work together to make things better.

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Lewis, Dunwell, Steinwascher and Amoo-Mensah signed to Detroit City + pre-season USL Championship talk Jan 24, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe runs down the latest signings, and we discuss possible rivals and expectations of Detroit City FC as the clock counts down to the regular season.

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Mansion vs. Mansion; End of Maker Faire; Who sells the most liquor in Metro Detroit? + more Jan 21, 2022

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Building up Bagley; Landlords leaving Detroit; + more development talk (ft. Chase Cantrell) Jan 20, 2022

Big show today. Chase Cantrell from Building Community Value is on.

01:21 - First, we talk about his project at Prairie and Six Mile (McNichols), including a new brewery and more.

Chase also penned a very interesting piece in The Dig about what faces embody Detroit development: https://mailchi.mp/outliermedia.org/high-costs-for-small-scale-rehabbers-in-detroit

07:42 Landlords are selling their properties in Detroit in a pretty big way as they leave the city. A recent article says that listings are up 24% in the city of Detroit, where the rest of the region that's not the case. We discuss this trend that Chase has seen for awhile. Background reading: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate/home-listings-detroit-are-landlords-decide-sell

10:00 Will this shift mean that we need more affordable housing as renters may lose their homes? Key in the city is that more than half of single family homes are rentals.

10:28 Chase thinks Detroit needs a single family housing strategy

12:02 Could this help with the regional housing shortage when it comes to homes to buy?

14:46 The Detroit Land Bank has changed leadership. Also, it would be very difficult to unwind the Land Bank

16:02 Chase highlights some transparency problems

16:47 What might happen next

18:19 Are there reforms that could be made?

21:10 We discuss the new Lee Plaza deal

26:48 Ex Detroit city councilman Andre Spivey has been sentenced to two years in prison for accepting bribes

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DCFC signs Diop, Botello-Faz, Rodriguez and Williams; Bol trade goes back; Riverfront stadium 50 years ago? Jan 19, 2022

On today’s show, three sports-related discussions with Fletcher Sharpe.

00:14 - We run down the USL signings for Detroit City FC since we last talked. Abdoulaye Diop, Pato Botello-Faz, Maxi Rodriguez and Rhys Williams.

08:42 - Bol Bol turns out to be a trade that goes back as he failed a health check by the Pistons, and we learn that Bol is going to have foot surgery knocking him out for the rest of the season.

11:18 - And finally, something fun. Should there have been a Tigers/Lions stadium built on the Detroit riverfront just west of Cobo? There’s a difference in opinions. Dome or no dome?

Here’s a link to the renderings from 50 years ago. https://twitter.com/DetTiger50/status/1481402506861285381

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Two new non-alcoholic drink options: Meet Fora + Isla from Casamara Club (ft. Jason LaValla) Jan 14, 2022

For our fun Friday episode, Jason LaValla isn’t standing still with the success of Casamara Club.

Turns out leisure soda is a thing and people are looking for tasty, non-alcholic drinks to try. Whether they’re subbing out booze once in a while, or for good, but still want to have an interesting thing to drink to discuss and enjoy.

Casamara Club is rolling out two new flavors: Fora and Isla. Fora is a red drink, with Strawberry and other notes. Isla is a complex and mild ginger drink.

https://www.casamaraclub.com/

Although we’re neighbors, this is first time since the pandemic we’ve caught up with Jason on the air.

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Narrowing Woodward, Retail rumor, Where should Robocop go? + 4 more things to know around Metro Detroit Jan 14, 2022

Devon O'Reilly joins the podcast for his weekly segment, a day early — with Hot Toddys in hand.

On your Daily Detroit:

01:41 - Woodward in Ferndale and Pleasant ridge is narrowing to make the area more people-friendly. It's set off a ton of discussion online, but we foreshadowed this move last week. Crossing Woodward as a pedestrian is like crossing as many lanes as a freeway at Nine mile. But some people don't want to add 30 seconds to their commute. Background: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/01/12/dream-cruise-birthplace-woodward-lose-lanes-bikes-walkers/9177803002/

06:36 - The Under Armour store in downtown Detroit is closing. We talk about why Devon's not too worried about it; Jer spills some tea on a lead he has that retail on Woodward may get a new tenant. What kind?

09:06 - Roast is closing permanently. We discuss the impact of the restaurant, but also how diners may have moved forward. Great Lakes Coffee in Midtown Detroit is closed temporarily due to COVID after employees went to the media to talk about how management is handling the situation.

11:19 - SuperCrisp is opening on Cass just south of Woodward on the Wayne State campus. This could be a great fit as it's Japanese-American fast casual. The menu looks tasty.

12:58 - Eastern Market is getting a gourmet grocery story and Jewish deli

13:52 - The Detroit Historial Museum and the Charles H. Wright are gearing up for millage campaigns if a new law passes. But what's notable about mentioning this early? They don't plan to include Macomb County. Jer sees a growing rift between Macomb and the duo of Oakland and Wayne, and a way forward to get things done since Macomb as a whole doesn't always seem interested in playing ball. Not only did those organizations see it in their patron and supporter data, but we see it in ours. Background reading on the original story: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/nonprofit/detroit-historical-wright-museums-plan-seek-operating-millage-wayne-oakland-counties

16:39 The Robocop statue is done! It left the artist's facility and you can go to Instagram to see the pictures. But unanswered.. where should it go? We throw out a couple ideas. What are yours? dailydetroit - at- gmail - dot - com. Or leave a voicemail. 313-789-3211

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The Detroit auto show is back in September. How could it evolve? + Ford takes 2 of 3 NACTOY awards Jan 13, 2022

Today we talk about the winners of the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the year.

Ford showed well, and so did vehicles that are about value for money.

Plus, the NAIAS (or the Detroit auto show) has a new date in mid-September.

What could be done to make this auto show even more of an experience? Maybe a festival? Me and Eric Trytko come up with ideas.

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Detroit City FC brings back Carroll, Rutz; Pistons add Bol; NIL's impact on college football Jan 11, 2022

Fletcher Sharpe gives his takes on DCFC’s signings of Stephen Carroll, Connor Rutz, and it’s the end of the line for Roddy Green as part of the rouge and gold.

The Pistons sign Bol Bol.

And we get into the changes the Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals will bring for college football and some Harbaugh speculation.

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Ice cream TikTok star Dylan Lemay's biggest scoop yet Jan 10, 2022

You might know Dylan Lemay as that talented ice cream guy with more than 11 million followers on TikTok.

But did you know he's from right here in Metro Detroit, and is about to take a big step forward with a new thing?

On your Daily Detroit, we're catching Dylan's story and maybe some delicious tips and treats along the way.

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Bye Woodward loop; Hello BonChon; Meet Noah's Smokehouse + more Jan 07, 2022

Episode 900! W00t!

As we do on our Friday episodes, we open talking about our cocktail for the show. Jer has the Showshoe Grog, and Devon has a quintessentially Detroit drink, the Hummer (he prefers London Chop over the Bayview version; Jer disagrees).

03:42 We discuss the new Detroit Police Department stats for 2021. Some of it is a bit encouraging, especially around speeding and drifitng.

08:54 An opinionated discussion on the heels of learning that the Woodward Loop around Downtown Pontiac is going to be deleted. Here's the original article from earlier this week: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/01/02/state-unwind-woodward-loop-pontiac-leaders-say-strangles-city/9057673002/

13:10 Jer went out to Michigan's first BonChon in Farmington Hills. What were his throughts?

15:56 Slow's gets Doordash in Westland and surrounding area. We talk about ghost kitchens, and that leads us into..... (original story: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/01/06/slows-offers-delivery-service-west-side-suburbs-via-doordash/9118079002/)

17:27 Devon introduces us to Noah's Smokehouse in West Dearborn. No pork, but everything else. Looks tasty.

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Thanks for listening! Next week on the show: Dylan Lemay, the ice cream TikTok star. Plus, we'll get into a new program for drinking water quality. And, the first two regular season opponents of Detroit City FC have been announced. Fletcher Sharpe will be on duty to help sort through what's ahead.

Silverado EV first thoughts; Airflow concept; Will US buyers wait for their vehicles? Jan 07, 2022

Eric Trytko joins us to run down some automotive news.

The Silverado EV has been revealed. He has some initial thoughts, plus we talk about GM’s electric lineup.

Chrysler / Stellantis reveal the Airflow concept. Harkening back to a name from the 1930s, the vehicle is trying to make a splash in EV.

And, will American car buyers go for a more European style of buying a car? Meaning, would you be willing to wait a few weeks to get exactly what you want, instead of driving off the dealer lot the same day?

Banished words; New congressional districts mean big changes, new races; Detroit Council rolls out new doc system Jan 06, 2022

On today's show:

00:43 Peter Szatmary from Lake Superior State University joins us to talk about their annual banished words list. Do you use some of these? I know I do: https://www.lssu.edu/traditions/banishedwords/

11:00 Thanks to Fusion Marketing for sponsoring today's episode of Daily Detroit. https://tryfusionmarketing.com/

11:30 Congressional district changes mean that lots of incumbents need to find new places to run, or will have to primary. Rashida Tlaib is going to run in a far less progressive 12th District that now includes Livonia and Westland; Shri Thanedar is looking at running in the 12th that's more moderate with the addition of the Grosse Pointes and lots of downriver; Plus, an Oakland County fight between two Democratic incumbents. And Brenda Lawrence just isn't gonna run in 2022.

13:20 A related issue is the question of state and other districts in Detroit and how they were drawn. A lawsuit has been filed by some Detroit elected officials and others that the new districts don't represent the city well. But some aren't buying that argument. Crossing political lines over 8 Mile is always going to be controversial in this region, and so is the trend of African Americans leaving the city to the suburbs, changing demographics everywhere.

16:12 COVID-19 cases are astronomical in Michigan. The city of Detroit is ramping up testing, and we share how to make an appointment.

17:04 A couple stories about Detroit City Council. There's a new president, Mary Sheffield; and pro tem, James Tate. Plus, some listeners have been finding some council agendas and supporting documents missing. Well, that's because the council changed vendors and at the end of the term the service was switched off in favor of a new one. We have details on the rollout, when, and if you're going to be able to access older docs online.

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Just call it Hazel's; New CB2; Soaring COVID infections Jan 05, 2022

Today: COVID infections soar in the city and region. Detroit’s test positivity rate is now 40%, and cases regionally are higher than they’ve ever been.

Shianne Nocerini shares about restaurant news around town including a new name for a popular Birmingham restaurant; a new CB2 is coming to the region; HopCat is opening back up in Royal Oak; and a number of restaurants in the city are closed temporarily for time off or remodeling.

Be sure to call ahead or check the social media of your favorite place before you go.

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DCFC needs to sign some players; Setting Big Ten expectations; Congrats to CMU Jan 03, 2022

Today we finish our local bowl coverage. Whether it's looking at Central Michigan University's success, MSU's win or U of M's hard loss, Fletcher Sharpe has you covered.

We get into some other topics like setting the expectations on where the Big Ten is competitively vs. the SEC; and the concept of some fans feeling like they own players.

Then, Detroit City FC. They're the only USL Championship team to not make some signing news up to now, and they need to get moving ahead of the season starting in March. Plus, we get into the changes to the USL Championship schedule that mean more teams from out west - and some old rivalries - will come back to town.

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BONUS: Previewing Michigan's historic bowl games + Western Michigan dominates the Quick Lane Bowl Dec 29, 2021

On a bonus show, Fletcher Sharpe wraps up the Quick Lane Bowl we were at on Monday plus previews the Central Michigan’s move to the Arizona Bowl; MSU; and Michigan’s College Football Playoff game against Georgia.

This is a bonus because this is only the second time all of Michigan’s top division football schools have been in bowl games. Kind of notable and worth talking about.

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Quick Lane Bowl preview; Lions win; Wings shut down; Talent w/ local ties DCFC could sign Dec 21, 2021

Three places tried; 2022 Dining Trend Predictions; Favorite Lesser-covered places (ft. Devon O'Reilly) Dec 18, 2021

Big show for you today.

MDHSS says avoid emergency rooms unless it's life-threatening. We very quickly discuss.

Devon tried three new places this week. The Statler, The Lobster Pot, and Dave's Hot Chicken. What were his thoughts?

Then we both talk about our trending predictions, such as they are, for dining and going out in 2022.

And, we share our favorite restaurants that we end up going to more than we write or talk about on the show. Whether we have good memories with them, or, as it's the holidays, give us a taste of home.

Autonomous Food Delivery For Seniors; EMU Eagles Lending Tree Bowl Preview, Is Omicron Gonna Really Mess Up Sports? Dec 17, 2021

Today's show is in three parts:

First, Rene Palileo from the Ford Foundation joins us to talk about a new autonomous shuttle that's doing food delivery for seniors in Detroit.

Second, Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk about Omicron and the impact on sports. It clearly is better at breakthrough infections, and that's having an impact on games. Plus, the province of Ontario is going to half-capacity at venues and the rest of Canada is expected to follow suit. Could we see that here?

Third, we do an in-depth preview of Saturday's Lending Tree Bowl between the Eastern Michigan University Eagles and the Liberty Flames. Because why not celebrate Michigan team's success, especially those so close in Ypsilanti.

The plight (and possibilities) of public schools in Michigan (ft. Robert McCann) Dec 15, 2021

Our conversation today is with Robert McCann, he's the Executive Director of the K-12 Alliance of Michigan, serving many public school districts in Metro Detroit.

Yes, the city of Detroit gets a lot of attention, but the reality is the entire region and state are facing some serious headwinds when it comes to schools and education.

And any parent knows that the last year and a half has been anything but ordinary.

Some of the topics we hit on:

What's ahead for 2022?
Why are we in the spot we're in, with teachers and staff in short supply?
What impact, and opportunity, does the COVID-19 pandemic present education in Michigan?
What decisions were made to get here?
And then, of course, some possible solutions including how you can get involved to make change.

The K-12 Alliance online: https://www.k12michigan.org/

Report referenced in the conversation: https://www.fundmischools.org/

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U of M's two big Detroit projects; Velodrome deflates; New NSO facility to help the homeless recover Dec 13, 2021

Today’s show is mostly focused on development and covers four things:

The University of Michigan has announced their plans for their Detroit Innovation Center. We discuss.
Also in Maize and Blue news, the Rackham Memorial Education center is getting a facelift, an under appreciated architectural jewel (at least on the outside). It’ll mean the university consolidates their footprint.
The Lexus Velodrome has deflated.
And finally, Linda Little who heads up the Neighborhood Service Organizations joins us to talk about their new healthy housing center that’s going in to support homeless people who need a place to recover after a hospital visit or procedure.

Devon O’Reilly joined us for a special Monday pod since he had to dip out on Friday. He’ll be back on Friday, too.

Building up Detroit's creative energy from the inside (ft. Khary Frazier) Dec 10, 2021

Khary Frazier is the founder of the (now) non-profit community group Detroit is Different and he’s our feature conversation today.

Started in 2014 and based on Clements street on Detroit’s West Side, Detroit is Different - and Khary, the engine behind it - has been on the ground making things happen.

This year he had a successful “A Lot of Studio” project, but as anyone who has actually done things knows, the groundwork for success was laid over a long time.

Whether it’s in media, local agriculture, or myriad other ways, Khary is not only bringing the community together, but showing one way grassroots projects can take hold.

More: https://detroitisdifferent.com/

End of the line for Detroit's old AMC Headquarters; Car subscriptions? + more Dec 09, 2021

Oxford shooting: Who could be liable? (ft. Attorney Vince Colella) Dec 08, 2021

Sports! All 5 D1 Michigan schools make bowl games + more (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Dec 07, 2021

What's next for business and leisure travel? (ft. Lindsay Roeschke) Dec 06, 2021

There has been a lot of investment energy around hotels, meeting spaces, restaurants, convention facilities and more in Detroit before the pandemic hit.

So as we’re still in it and emerge from it, what are the trends we’re seeing in business and leisure travel? Will we need to adjust our plans?

Morning Consult Travel and leisure analyst Lindsay Roeschke joins me to talk about two recent surveys and what’s ahead.

More reading: https://morningconsult.com/2021/11/18/business-travel-return-normal-pandemic/

https://morningconsult.com/2021/12/02/holiday-travel-spending/

Fun Friday: Detroit's top dog + cat names; Grosse Ile bridge reopens + more Dec 03, 2021

Arts + Culture in Detroit gets a big $ boost (ft. Justin Remington) Dec 02, 2021

The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation just announced a huge infusion of resources in Detroit’s arts and culture scene.

$200 million, and endowments to ensure 11 organizations future - as well as opportunities for smaller organizations.

Our feature conversation is with Justin Remington from The Remington Group joins me to help sort it all out.

What it means and why it matters.

Then some stories to know around town:

An update on *waves arms at all the Oakland County schools that closed today*

Michigan’s getting another COVID-19 response team and there’s new data on vaccinated vs. unvaccinated in hospitals.

And finally, the beautifully simple and retro Water Winter Wonderland license plate is back.

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Charges + updates in Oxford High Shooting; Talking trauma w/ Kristin Meekhof; Stories around town Dec 02, 2021

Today: The 15-year old suspect in the Oxford High School shooting is named and charged.

There are also more details about what happened before and during the terrible incident Tuesday.

Author Kristin Meekhof joins us to talk about how to deal with trauma and warning signs with kids, as well as some tips for yourself. You can find out more about her here: https://www.kristinmeekhof.com/

Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index gives Detroit and Ferndale high marks, along with a couple other Michigan cities. But some local municipalities don’t do as well.

And the Winterblast is not happening in the city of Detroit in 2022. But it might happen somewhere else in southeast Michigan next year.

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Oxford High School shooting: What we know so far Dec 01, 2021

Today’s show is shorter than most, but I figured with the topic we needed to cover the main thing and then a couple quick things around town.

The shooting that has as of this recording left three teenagers dead, 8 wounded (including a teacher) has rocked Southeast Michigan.

And when the alleged shooter is 15 years old? Oof.

But here are the details we know as of 8 p.m. on Tuesday night.

We’ll have different angles going forward, but I thought I’d focus on this and not put too much next to it.

Also, I hit on a couple quick stories around town before I let you go.

New hospitalization high; High-rise problems; Seawall down Nov 30, 2021

Holiday shopping ideas; Transit center approved + stories around town Nov 24, 2021

Today’s show is a quick, but busy one.

We start with three stories around town as the State Fair Transit Center was approved by Detroit City Council; COVID cases are up and the Defense Department is sending help; and Jefferson Chalmers was declared a flood plain by FEMA.

Then Shianne Nocerini shares some of her favorite picks for holiday shopping. We’ll do a special edition of the newsletter next week with these picks and more.

And finally, we try some Christmas Tree ice cream.

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USFL details, Stewart suspended, DCFC in a video game + more (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Nov 24, 2021

Big show of local Detroit sports with Fletcher Sharpe.

- The Bleeder at Little Caesars, as LeBron James and Isaiah Stewart get suspensions.

- Bill Maher says the Lions should lose the Thanksgiving game. Is he right? Would be a message to send to the Ford ownership to get the ship together?

- Fletcher outlines his thoughts on Mel Tucker’s monster possible contract. Is the beginning of MSU’s run at being the elite football school in Michigan and eventually challenging Ohio State?

- Detroit City FC beat the Michigan Stars 3-2 in the final match of the season.

- The USL Championship (the league Detroit City FC is in) has signed a deal to be in a video game, eFootball by Konami. Might we be able to play at a digital Keyworth?

- The USFL returns. We discuss the possibilities and the improvements we’d like to make to the Michigan Panthers logo. Just one thing.

Michigan's Anti-semitic "Radio Priest" who made the template for today (ft. Andrew Lapin, Radioactive) Nov 22, 2021

There’s a lot of talk about toxicity and division.

You can see it when you log onto social media, or turn on certain stations.

You’ll see a sour-faced television presenter or hear a loud radio host who is here to convince you that some group, that “they” - whoever “they” are - are the reason things are bad. But the template for that came from Southeast Michigan, starting in the late 1920s and running through the 1930s.

If you listen to recordings of Father Coughlin - known as the radio priest with the full name of Charles Edward Coughlin - you’ll hear the echoes of the discord we have today. He led a church at 12 Mile and Woodward in Royal Oak; and broadcasted from the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building, syndicating anti-semitism throughout the nation.

Coughlin supported the policies of Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and other, let’s just say, not great people. He questioned the value of free elections.

He shared and endorsed fraudulent texts that outlined a conspiracy for Jews to take over the world. He even had a militia in New York that followed his orders. And here’s the kicker. He was so popular the Royal Oak post office was built to support all of his fan mail. In order to move forward, we need to know our past.

So meet Andrew Lapin who has made a whole podcast called "Radioactive," a multi-part series that dives into the story and how Father Coughlin manipulated radio for his own ends. Be sure to check it out here: https://www.tabletmag.com/podcasts/radioactive

Plus, a couple things to know around town.

The Canadian Hero Cocktail; Businesses expand; Thanksgiving talk Nov 19, 2021

Doors open for food trucks; Historic State Fairgrounds building at demo risk Nov 19, 2021

Today's show has two big stories, focused on the city of Detroit. The City has a new food truck ordinance.

Detroit has lacked guidelines in this area for about a decade, limiting that industry. Cities around the world have been using this as a way to grow not only entrepreneurship but access to food in underserved areas of town.

District six Councilmember Raquel Casteñeda Lopez - the author of the ordinance - joins us to talk about it.

And second: It looks like that plan to save the historic Dairy Cattle Building at the State Fairgrounds and turn it into a transit center is in real jeopardy.

I'll talk to Detroit’s chief operating officer Hakim Berry about what the administration plans next, whichever way city council votes Tuesday on the proposal.

I'll also talk to consultant for D4 and preservation supporter Francis Grunow about what's in the deal and the compromise it took to get here.

COVID surge, DCFC, Goff off? + Krispy Krunchy Chicken (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Nov 17, 2021

We hit a ton of local topics today, with some focus on sports as we do when @saintfdw is in the studio.

COVID is surging in Metro Detroit. It’s now impacting hospitals, and Michigan’s low vaccination rate means an even long push for healthcare professionals.

Not to mention impacts to the Red Wings and the NFL is tightening protocols.

Jared Goff might be off this Sunday with an injury.

Detroit City FC has its last NISA match vs. the Michigan Stars. Predictions, plus a listener question.

And finally, we learn about Fletcher’s love of Krispy Krunchy Chicken and the wild story of how he found out about it.

Thanks to our members on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

And if you don’t already, be sure to follow us on your favorite podcast app and not miss another show.

Mort Crim's search for truth Nov 17, 2021

Today's feature conversation is with longtime journalist and inspiration for the Ron Burgundy character in "Anchorman," Mort Crim. In his most recent book, "Anchored: A journalist's search for truth."

Crim takes readers through a lifetime of journeys and stories that will resonate you no matter your profession or calling in life. Mort Crim talks with Jer about the book, media today, how we could build trust to bridge divides, and of course, why he chose Detroit.

You can order a signed copy of the book here: https://mortcrimspeaks.com/product/anchored-a-journalists-search-for-truth-autographed/

Plus, a couple stories to know around town:

Journalist Danny Fenster, who was imprisoned in Myanmar, is returning home
I-75 work is done for the season, much to the relief of drivers

Bell's sells, a little Allen Park history + 6 Things to know around Metro Detroit Nov 12, 2021

In-Depth on Detroit City FC joining the USL Championship (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Nov 10, 2021

It's official. Le Rouge is part of the USL Championship.

So what does that mean? What are some of the details of the deal? Keyworth? And of course, fans have questions about the product on the field.

That and more is broken down by Fletcher Sharpe.

Programming note: To honor our Veterans and to honor our promise to ourselves to take breaks on Federal Holidays, no episode tomorrow. See you on Friday.

Previewing Decked Out Detroit + 3 things to know around town Nov 10, 2021

Today's feature conversation with Shianne previews Decked Out Detroit, the holiday market in Cadillac Square.

More: https://deckedoutdetroit.com/

Plus - plans move forward for a new transit center at the State Fairground; Rashida Tlaib will have a Democratic primary challenger in Shri Thanadar; and breaking is the news Detroit City FC will move to the USL Championship.

More on that in tomorrow's show.

Rumorcast: Detroit City FC to join USL Championship? Nov 09, 2021

Big rumors broke today about Detroit City FC leaving NISA and possibly going to the USL Championship.

This could have major implications for the team and the region as stepping up will bring in more fans, more revenue, more TV coverage and change up who they're playing after eight titles.

Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw on Twitter) joins me to do some bold speculation ahead of possible news later this week.

6 Things to know around Metro Detroit Nov 05, 2021

Your champions, Detroit City FC! The Grand Prix IS coming back downtown + more Nov 04, 2021

Unpacking the 2021 Detroit Election + what's next (ft. Chase Cantrell) Nov 03, 2021

So what's next after the Detroit municipal election?

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan won 3 out of every 4 votes for office. Does the bar go higher on him?

What about the brand-new council, with mostly new faces and a more progressive viewpoint?

What are the things the city needs to tackle in the next four years?

Chase Cantrell of Building Community Value joins me to unpack it all. You can follow him on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/detroitspirit

Thanks to our members on Patreon who make this podcast possible: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

You go where the people are (ft. Andre Ash, Michigan Chronicle) Nov 01, 2021

Andre Ash from the Michigan Chronicle is my featured conversation today. Andre is an important part of the black-owned Chronicle's expansion into online content, and he - along with his colleagues at the Chronicle - provides an important voice in Detroit.

We had a wide-ranging conversation on the future of media, what's ahead, what the Chronicle is up to, and more.

Plus, there are stories around town.

- Detroit's Devil's Night isn't a thing anymore after a streak of under 10 fires per night for a number of years

- Oakwood Bakery is shuttering after 109 years

- A report of a Jollibee, a Filipino fast food joint, coming to the region: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/michigans-first-jollibee-planned-sterling-heights

We have an announcement for something on Saturday going out to our members later tonight. Be sure to join us at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit for more.

Happy Halloween! Oct 29, 2021

Happy Halloween! It's a fun Friday episode.

Devon and Jer talk about themed cocktails for the weekend; Day of the Dead Ofrendas in Southwest Detroit; a couple of fun things from our listener survey; and our favorite Halloween costumes and candies.

Be sure to get to the game on Saturday for Le Rouge if you're interested. DCFC could clinch the title with a win! Look for the Daily jacket.

p.s. - Thanks to listener James for setting us straight on some NISA stuff. It is much appreciated.

Psychedelics, Reparations and Funded Initiatives on Detroit's 2021 ballot Oct 28, 2021

There are three ballot proposals - E, R, and S. One deals with Entheogenic plants; another, to create a reparations task force, and finally, allow for voters to have initiatives that include a financial appropriation (money) to make them happen.

To unpack what they actually do, Eric Lupher from the non-partisan Citizens Research Council joins us.

Also, they have a report on the three initiatives here: https://crcmich.org/publications/detroit-ballot-proposals-entheogenic-plants-reparations-task-force-and-expanded-initiative-powers

The Black Star Initiative; James Oliver opens; Operation Northern Hook continues Oct 27, 2021

There's a lot on today's show:

Operation Northern Hook snares two Detroit Police officers accusing them of accepting bribes. One of them that's the focus of the corruption investigation was in charge of investigating corruption in the department and city employees. Oof.

James Oliver Coffee opens in Corktown. David Shock joins us for a few minutes.

The Black Star Initiative is connected soccer with the Detroit community. Detroit City FC's TJ Winfrey joins us to talk about the innovative program starting right here.

For more information: https://www.blackstarsoccer.com/

And finally, by listener request (and we weren't going to do this but the inbox has spoken), Fletcher Sharpe tries the Honolulu Blue by Coppercraft and shares his thoughts.

Will the brand show better than when we did our canned cocktail taste-off?

DCFC on the brink of winning the season, Bertuzzi is goofy and more (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Oct 26, 2021

On today's show:

Detroit City FC is on the brink of winning the regular season. We recap the Stumptown AC match and preview the California United Strikers match. Look for us at Keyworth!

Also, Jer went to hist first in-person MLS game, the Columbus Crew v NY Red Bulls. What was it like?

Plus... Fletcher calls Red Wings' Bertuzzi goofy for not getting his vaccination and being the last NHL player not to get it.

The Detroit Lions don't need to fire Campbell but someone needs to lose a job if we do in fact go 0-17.

And the Detroit Pistons have some promise.

Follow Fletcher @saintfdw on Twitter - and thanks for listening!

Target is coming to Midtown Detroit. But when? Oct 26, 2021

Detroit's new Selfie Museum; Big Ben in the Cannabis game; Byron Allen's Hollywood Star; The new Honolulu Blue canned cocktail Oct 22, 2021

How might we get from here to there (ft. Eric Trytko) Oct 21, 2021

In our listener survey, many said we should throw in some more discussion and analysis episodes.

Automotive writer Eric Trytko joins me to talk about Rivian's intentions to go public, what it would really take to make the goal of all new cars being electric by 2030, the need for a U.S. industrial policy, the hurdles to dealing with climate change and net zero emissions, plus getting Michiganders on the same page to get big things done.

In the policy weeds (ft. Brad Williams, Detroit Regional Chamber) Oct 20, 2021

Brad Williams is the Vice President of Government Relations for the Detroit Regional Chamber and one of the wonkiest people I know as far as public policy.

And to be clear, I mean that as a compliment.

One of my favorite podcasts is The Weeds - where policy issues get talked about in-depth - and today, to be clear, we are getting into the weeds around policy in metro Detroit and Michigan.

What’s ahead? What are the opportunities? Where have we done well, and where could we do work?

Obviously, I know whose interests he represents. He works for a large organization made up of some of the most powerful businesses in the state. There are some areas I agree with, and some I have questions.

But he does a solid job of making the case on a variety of topics and having a real discussion.

Some of them include the workforce shortage and how to address it. Proposed tax credits to convert office space into residential. ARPA funds.

And yes, even though it wasn’t on the official agenda - we got into an interesting conversation about the state of mass transit plans in the region.

Detroit Red Wings Season Preview + The Yzerplan (ft. AK Bennett + Fletcher Sharpe) Oct 19, 2021

Hector Santiago wants to represent District 6 on Detroit City Council Oct 18, 2021

Hector Santiago is a candidate for Detroit City Council to represent District 6.

Sprawling from most of the west of greater downtown Detroit, down the riverfront to Fort and Outer Drive, and up again to Oakman Boulevard and Grand River.

It's probably one of Detroit's most diverse districts, with approximately 40 percent Latino, 40 percent African American and 20 percent white residents. From skyscrapers to industrial complexes and everything in between, District 6 has everything.

As always with these candidate conversations, we are not doing endorsements. It's an open door to any candidate on the ballot who wants to be on and my only ask is that you be part of the process and vote.

For more on Hector Santiago: https://www.hectorsantiagofordetroit.com/

Cheers to Brooklyn Street Local Oct 15, 2021

There are a lot of openings and closings in the food and drink world to talk about.

First, cheers to Brooklyn Street Local. Nine plus years is a heck of a run, and they say in a heartfelt Facebook post that there are going to be new chapters ahead here for the pair from Toronto. https://www.facebook.com/BrooklynStreetLocal/posts/4409536882415444

-Detroit Axe is opening up in Corktown today. It's in a space they're calling the "Yard at Corktown." Are you an axe-throwing person, or no?

- The Mixing Board is opening in Little Caesars Arena, a Michigan-themed live music and restaurant venue; plus the Points Bet sports bar.

- The New York Times has praise for a place that Devon is somewhat embarrassed he hasn't been to, Al Tayeb.

- A local designer who also is an Afghan refugee is in Project Runway, it'll be something cool to watch. Full story: https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/television/2021/10/14/project-runway-sabrina-spanta-afghanistan/6050286001/

Also, Victor Williams is the GOAT of skateboarding newscasters. The door is open, sir, if you ever wanna sit in on an episode. Well done. If you haven't seen the video: https://twitter.com/NewsWithVictor/status/1448488259710038018

How to help Afghan refugees resettle in Metro Detroit (ft. Kelli Dobner) Oct 14, 2021

Our feature conversation with with Kelli Dobner of Samaritas. He organization is looking to raise funds to help 350 Afghan refugees in Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids get a footing while they restart their lives.

More: https://www.samaritas.org/refugee-crisis

Also, I share a quick thing to know and two places to go.

- Bally Sports Detroit has renewed their deal to broadcast Tigers and Wings games. But can we please get a real streaming option?

- The Detroit Bourbon Fest is this weekend to support the Friends of Detroit River. https://detroitbourbonfest.com/

- And there's a new mural at Van Dyke and Mack you may wanna check out this weekend. It reimagines the Spirit of Detroit in a beautiful way. https://twitter.com/TheDailyDetroit/status/1448672244478185473

The details on Apple's new Developer Academy in Detroit (ft. Alisha Johnson) Oct 13, 2021

Apple has opened a new iOS and App developer academy here in Detroit with the goal of bringing in a thousand students a year across their programs.

It's part of their Racial Equity and Justice Initiative, with the goal to help address systemic racism and expand opportunities for communities of color across the country.

To learn more, our feature conversation is with Apple's Alisha Johnson. She leads external engagement for Apple’s Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives.

Here's a link to learn more and apply when slots become available: https://developeracademy.msu.edu/

HBCU to reopen in Detroit; Towing changes; DCFC's Black Star Initiative + more Oct 12, 2021

It is a busy show today!

01:13 - The Pensole Lewis School of Business and Design will be Michigan's only HBCU. The school is the brainchild of Dr. D'Wayne Edwards and we caught up for a few minutes and tell the story of how this project that not only teaches design as a career, but offers free tuition, comes together.

08:18 - Towing has been a source of controversy and corruption in metro Detroit. The city has a new ordinance to try and curb the abuses and tilt things more in favor of residents.

09:47 - Things are not smelling like roses on Detroit's east side near the Stellantis plant.

10:37 - The city is in line to get a new Detroit Animal Care and Control facility, more than doubling the number of available kennels to 200.

11:26 - Fletcher Sharpe steps in to talk Detroit City FC's matchdays, the upcoming Black Star initiative to help build soccer in the Detroit community. He then has thoughts on Ben Wallace joining the Piston's front office and whether Grant Hill should have his number retired.

p.s. - I know from being in the city awhile people appreciate when you ask for what you need. So two things.

Everybody - if you like the show, tell a friend. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Send an email to spread the word.

And if you happen to be able to spare some coin, we're able to stay independent and going thanks to our members on Patreon. It takes more than a full work day to produce a show like this. Interviews. Editing. Writing. Behind the scenes work. So consider becoming a member at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Dearborn burgers, bars and what might be next; Affordable developments in Detroit; and welcome back Thanksgiving Day parade Oct 08, 2021

Today, we start in Dearborn. We discuss the news that Miller's is for sale, and what tweaks might need to happen next. Plus, there's a new food hall opening up on Michigan Avenue near another development we talked about recently.

Devon ranks his top three Dearborn burgers, honoring a place that's gone and a place Jer hadn't heard of but needs to try.

Plus, a couple of affordable housing projects that are actually kinda neat are happening. One, the Cathedral Apartments that look like a UFO could land on them, and the other a three-story project that brings back to life an old neighborhood apartment building.

Finally, Devon waxes poetic about the return of the Thanksgiving Parade for in-person attendance.

Thanks for stopping by fun Friday! And thanks to our members on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit for supporting us.

Could auto insurance actually get cheaper in Detroit? Plus free Men's Health Event on Saturday Oct 07, 2021

Today's show is in two parts.

First, someone from the insurance company side who's willing to come on air and talk in detail about insurance rates in Detroit and how they might come down.

Eric Poe heads up Cure auto insurance, a not-for-profit carrier that's entered the Detroit market and says they can signficantly reduce car insurance rates. I'm interested to see what you think when you kick the tires.

Plus, Dr. Michael Lutz from the MIU Men's Health initiative previews Saturday's free health screening fair for men at Ford Field.

New things: Rivertown Market by Meijer, Albert Kahn Apartments + more Oct 06, 2021

All the things Detroit City FC Oct 06, 2021

Today, Fletcher Sharpe talks all the things Detroit City FC. From the drubbing Le Rouge gave to New Amsterdam (and their goalie situation), to a 0-0 draw, we cover the on the field play.

Then we get into a piece in Sports Illustrated focusing on the club and giving it some national press.

There's also the new smoke jerseys and a community initiative to help raise up soccer in the Detroit Public Schools.

At the very end, by listener request, we talk about the mean streets of Bloomfield Hills. Or that's what one local brand was trying to sell you. Until they took all the products down.

You can follow Fletcher on Twitter @SaintFDW Thanks to our members on Patreon.

Anthony Adams wants to be Detroit's mayor Oct 04, 2021

Today's conversation is with Anthony Adams, candidate for mayor of the city of Detroit.

He has a long career in public service, and we dive into the issues the city of Detroit faces and how he'd approach them.

Some of the topics we touch on include education, policing, flooding, transit, mobility, lowering (or maybe eliminating) Detroit's residential property tax, campaign finance, and universal basic income.

His website: https://anthonyadamsformayor.com/

Should Miggy have a restaurant? Chris Webber's cannabis campus + more Oct 01, 2021

On sculpture and art in Detroit (ft. Austen Brantley) Sep 30, 2021

Today's feature conversation is with sculptor Austen Brantley.

Website: https://www.austenbrantleysculpture.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austenbrantley/

Also in the back few minutes, I share a couple quick things to know around town:

- Local officials are worried about the city's low (43.9%) vaccination rate and a November/.December COVID-19 surge in the region. So far, Metro Detroit has been relatively spared.

- The Starbucks at Woodward and Montcalm in the Fox Theater building quietly closed

In-depth on bringing the Detroit Grand Prix back downtown (ft. Eric Trytko) Sep 29, 2021

The Detroit Grand Prix could be moving downtown. It's big news, as many Detroiters have had a mixed view of the race.

Many are supportive of the race as it's the Motor City, but also not too pleased about the impact to Belle Isle.

To look at the pros, the cons, the racing angles of taking the race back downtown after 32 years - Eric Trytko. He's got 30+ years of experience as a motorsports announcer, 20+ years covering motorsports and has raced cars and motorcycles himself.

We also talk about Motor Bella and how that went this year.

Spivey pleads guilty; Mom's Spaghetti; DCFC wins + sports (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Sep 28, 2021

Today's show:

-Detroit City Councilman Andre Spivey pleads guilty as part of a widening corruption probe

- A Detroit Firefighters union official is alleged to have taken $220k in union funds

- Mom's Spaghetti is opening permanently in downtown Detroit

And our feature conversation is with Fletcher Sharpe.

We talk Detroit City FC's 1-0 win over the Force and preview upcoming games and against New Amsterdam and Maryland. Plus, his Lions thoughts and the Detroit Pistons are one of only two NBA teams that are fully vaccinated.

Our show is funded by our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

M.L. Elrick wants to represent Detroit's far east side on City Council Sep 27, 2021

As we run up to the November Detroit election, we're doing some candidate interviews.

One of them is M.L. Elrick. He's running for District 4 on Detroit's east side. We talk about his ideas around keeping flood waters out of basements, ethics, his plan to remove the perk of a city-provided car for council members, development, Detroit's bus problems, and more.

His website: https://ml4detroit.com/

Note: We will have an automated transcript up on our website this week.

To be clear, we are not offering endorsements. The point of these conversations is to leave our listeners more informed, however you decide to vote. What we do want to do is raise up policy ideas and solutions as our city and suburbs face a number of challenges and opportunities.

Information is in the episode if you're a candidate or represent one and would like to connect for a conversation.

$500k in grants to Detroit nonprofits + small businesses; Mackinac Island (tasty) bites Sep 24, 2021

The future of autos, connected + electric vehicles in Michigan (ft. Glenn Stevens) Sep 22, 2021

How to help fund Black businesses in Detroit (ft. Dwan Dandridge) Sep 21, 2021

How Michiganders feel on the economy, Afghan resettlement + more; Detroit City FC loses for the first time in a year Sep 20, 2021

Today's show is in two parts.

First half, Jer and Shi break down a Detroit Regional Chamber poll released today that talks about how the state feels about the economy, mask mandates, Afghan refugee resettlement and more. You can read the data for yourself here: https://www.detroitchamber.com/sept-michigan-priorities-poll/

On the back half, Fletcher Sharpe and Jer catch up to talk about Detroit City FC's first loss in a year to Stumptown AC on Saturday night and preview the important game that is against LA Force next weekend.

A reminder: We're supported by our members on Patreon. It keeps the show free for everyone else to enjoy: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Do you still go to movie theaters? + Development w/ Devon Sep 17, 2021

DLectricity returns; Detroit's Big Shot Talent Competition; Southwest mystery update Sep 16, 2021

Shianne's Back; Hollywood? Craig; Reuther's mid-century hideaway for sale + more Sep 15, 2021

Why you should be a Detroit City FC fan (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Sep 14, 2021

Fletcher Sharpe is in the North End studio today.

From a bicycle kick victory goal on ESPN SportsCenter to NISA season shifts, there's a lot of soccer news.

Plus, Fletcher gives an athlete's perspective on the road ahead for injured Lion Jeff Okudah.

Who were the greatest Pistons? Fletcher's piece in Hour runs through it and on the show he shares his pick for best Piston of all time.

Detroiter Chris Webber is in the NBA Hall of Fame. There are strong thoughts.

Detroit Neighborhood Softball League playoffs are starting.

And a listener shares a tip so if you get caught going the wrong way to Canada how to get back.

Southwest Detroit's underground mystery; Previewing Ferndale Pride (ft. Julia Music) Sep 13, 2021

Michigan-made Canned Cocktail Taste Test Sep 10, 2021

New Holland v Coppercraft v Two James

A no fear, no favor review of Michigan-made canned craft cocktails available for public purchase at the time of recording.

Mach-E Test Drive (ft. Eric Trytko); Chili lime chip update and more Sep 09, 2021

Fletcher gets detained; Detroit City FC news; Hamtramck canoe championship Sep 08, 2021

Meet the Detroit Residents First Fund (ft. Daija Butler) + Stories to know around town Sep 07, 2021

$545M Cannabis deal; Re-doing Roosevelt Park; Love for Mati's Deli and more Sep 03, 2021

Oakland University Professors on the picket line; Link scooters coming to Detroit Sep 02, 2021

Bus service cuts; Dutch Girl problems; Detroit City FC News w/ Fletcher Sharpe + more Sep 01, 2021

Inside The Eddystone (ft. Keith Bradford, Olympia Development) Aug 31, 2021

Today we visit the Eddystone in downtown Detroit. We share some history, then talk to Keith Bradford. He's the Senior VP of Development at Olympia Development. More: https://eddystonedetroit.com/ Remember, we have our 2021 annual listener survey: http://dailydetroit.com/survey

Meet the Oudolf Garden on Belle Isle; Plus 5 stories to know around town Aug 30, 2021

Today's feature conversation with Duncan Campbell, talking about the Oudolf Garden on Belle Isle. It was designed by Piet Oudolf.

Plus, five stories to know around town from Rivian setting up to go public to Korean Fried Chicken chain Bon Chon coming to the region.

We do this for our listeners. We've been growing a lot lately, so it's time for our annual 2021 listener survey: http://www.dailydetroit.com/survey

Iggy Pop's a scooter frontman; John Oliver's art is coming to Detroit; The Naughty Gnome cocktail Aug 27, 2021

Talking schools, masks and COVID-19 in the fall (ft. Dr. Paul Thomas) Aug 26, 2021

What will be the Global Centre for Urban Transformation? (ft. Jeff Merritt, World Economic Forum) Aug 25, 2021

Book Tower gets a "Roost," Fisher Building for Sale, Detroit City FC news w/ Fletcher Sharpe Aug 24, 2021

Today's feature conversation is with Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw) on Detroit City FC's win over 1904 FC. He also tees up next week's match against Chicago House.

But first, stories around town:

A newly-minted Detroit Police Officer gets arrested just hours after he gets his badge for fighting in Greektown

The Fisher Building is up for sale. Anyone want a skyscraper?

The Book Tower has a new extended-say apartment concept for newly relocated Detroiters called "Roost." Which is funny to me because I remember when the third floor of that thing was a roost — for birds.

And, the Ford F-150 Lightning has so much interest Ford is said to be doubling production.

Of course, we're funded by our members on Patreon. Thank you and you're crucial to this keeping going: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

You can find Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SaintFDW

Using Minecraft to teach kids; Plus 6 stories to know around town Aug 23, 2021

Our feature conversation is about a Detroit-based company that’s created a Minecraft world to teach personal finance called Fintropolis. Also, through their "Moguls" program is working with Big Sean to diversify the finance industry. My guest is Andrea Brimmer from Ally.

Stories around town:

Interim Detroit Police Chief James White tapped to become permanent

A new poll from EPIC/MRA and commissioned by the Freep shows (and you can read more results here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2021/08/22/whitmer-craig-michigan-governor-election-poll/8161789002/)

Gretchen Whitmer and former DPD chief James Craig neck and neck
Majority support for mask mandates, but not vaccine mandates

Also, non-essential land travel from Canada and Mexico stays suspended (important as a border city).

General Motors is recalling all the Chevy Bolts for battery issues.

Ford is doing well with pre-order reservations for the Ford Maverick small pickup truck.

Thanks to our members who keep this going for everyone else! http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Also, you can find us wherever fine podcasts are found: http://www.dailydetroit.com/podcast

6 Friday things to know around town w/ Devon O'Reilly Aug 20, 2021

Today's rundown on a Friday, from the David Whitney Building across from Grand Circus Park:

- Longtime city activist, commentator and so much more Steve Hood has died. Go read a far better piece by someone remembering his friend here: https://deadlinedetroit.com/articles/28509/detroit_tv_host_and_activist_steve_hood_who_often_knew_the_real_story_in_politics_dies_at_58

- The World Economic Forum is opening an innovation centre in Detroit. Devon notes it's a big deal. We'll have a future episode focusing on it and what it all means.

- DTE Energy is now offering $100 credit for people still without power as of last Monday. Is it enough? Should there be more?

- Black Restaurant Week kicks off today. There are so many restaurants in so many places - many with curbside options - so go support some. https://fullofdetroitsoul.com/dbrw/restaurants

- The Red Hook opens their new location on Jos Campau at Jefferson, at the foot of the Dennis W. Archer Greenway today.

- In Grosse Pointe Park, Brine Oyster Bar is opening to give a little New Orleans flair. It replaces the long-standing Janet's Lunch.

- Don't forget there's the bourbon garden party in Grand Circus Park each Thursday. More: https://www.facebook.com/events/229049269094840/

Thanks to all of our Patreon members who keep this podcast going! Because we hit our summer goal, we aren't being annoying about supporting us until September. But it really DOES matter and every dollar counts to keep this content free for everyone to enjoy and get value from: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Telling Detroit's story with maps (ft. Alex B. Hill) Aug 19, 2021

"Detroit in 50 Maps" is a new book out this November. Alex B. Hill is the author and our guest, talking about the ways to tell Detroit's story with maps and what we can learn.

Available for preorder here: https://beltpublishing.com/products/detroit-in-50-maps

Would you keep Cabrera's 500th homer ball? Discussing Untold: Malice at the Palace; DCFC Preview Aug 18, 2021

Today's show covers three main topics:

00:42 - Fletcher Sharpe talks about Cal United and Detroit City FC's tie plus previews Saturday's game against SD 1904

02:32 - Jalen Green needs to sit down when it comes to Detroit-bashing. Devon O'Reilly joins Fletch to weigh in.

08:35- "Untold: Malice at the Palace" came out on Netflix. It's one of our listerners favorite topics, but it's in the news so we spend a few minutes on it. Devon labels it "propaganda." Fletcher was there.

15:41 - And finally, if you were in the stands and got Miguel Cabrera's 500th career home run ball, would you keep it?

Thanks to our members for supporting the show! We hit our summer goal. If you'd like to join our three great new members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Floods, mold, outages, or wind damaging your house? Tips + when to call in the pros Aug 16, 2021

We have had a lot of bad weather lately in Metro Detroit. It's resulted in flooding, power outages, and wind damage.

So what to do? Brian Thomas and Justin Miller of Paul Davis restoration join Jer to talk about dealing with flood damage, how to minimize your chances of power outages, dealing with mold, and more. It's pack full of tips and information on what you can do yourself to deal with everything and when you should consider calling a pro.

If you want more info on our property restoration guests: https://east-michigan.pauldavis.com/

25:10 Then, three things you should know today.

Former Representative Paul Mitchell has died.
East Jefferson Avenue in Detroit is being resurfaced
And Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is reopening the doors on COVID shots - this time for third doses for immunocompromised residents.

Thanks to our members for supporting the show! We hit our summer goal. If you'd like to join our three great new members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Detroit population drops 10.5%; Supergeil quick look and more Aug 13, 2021

Today: The city of Detroit's population is now 639,111 - a drop of 10.5% and far below what Census estimates had said.

800,000 in Metro Detroit without power and it will be days until it's restored.

A Coca-Cola bottling plant is closing on West Warren and the operations moving to Grand Rapids.

The Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association has a new survey out showing how bad the labor shortage is for them.

Man About Town Devon O'Reilly checked out Supergeil and shares his thoughts and recommendations.

The Detroit Historical Museum has a special event this Sunday, "Body by Fisher."

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410,000 without power; Detroit COVID cases up; Plus 6 stories around town Aug 11, 2021

Show was delayed due to lack of power, but once we got the batteries plugged in, we were good to go.

Our stories:

410k Metro Detroit houses were out of power in a snap thanks to a harsh thunderstorm that cause a lot of damage Wednesday.

COVID cases have almost doubled in the city of Detroit and the city has strongly encourage indoor mask wearing. The city has a low vaccination rate. Statewide, we're pushing 1400 cases a day. Schools are going in all different directions, which is worrisome as the Delta variant impact children far more than Alpha did.

Howe's Bayou in Ferndale is closed until further notice for lack of staff, and Eater Detroit reports that Noodletopia has a robot server that acts like a cat.

Lear is going into the old Cadillac Stamping plant site on Detroit's east side.

The QLINE Streetcar returns to service in late September with promises to change.

The suburban bus system SMART has a new General Manager, who served in Cincinnati and a number of other cities.

Detroit's O'Hair Park was rededicated after $2 million in improvements. Jer also gives you a little Detroit history.

And finally - Smokey Bones is coming to Shelby Township. They call themselves "The Master of Meat." Are they? Have you been to one? We need intel!

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Development, Development, Development Aug 10, 2021

Today's show is mostly about developments around town.

- There are new plans for the State Fair Transit Center that would save the historic Dairy Cattle Building, but demolish all but the portico of the old Coliseum

- Marwood + Marston is coming to the North End, an $18.2 million residential development with affordable housing

- There's some progress over at the Eddystone. It overlooks Little Caesars Arena.

- Barcade (the actual name-brand Barcade) will open on Selden later this August.

- Is a business-focused hotel coming to downtown Ferndale?

- A possible Meijer in Macomb Township is facing stiff resistance from residents because of fears of lights, crime and sex trafficking that the grocery store might bring. https://www.macombdaily.com/2021/08/06/plans-for-macomb-township-meijer-move-ahead/

- And late-breaking news as we record the podcast, the founder of Garden Fresh Salsa, Jack Aronson, has died at 68.

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DCFC / Chicago House preview; Is Dan Campbell Ted Lasso? (ft. Fletcher Sharpe) Aug 06, 2021

What to know + where to go in Metro Detroit Aug 05, 2021

For the first time in 16 months, Man about town Devon O'Reilly is in studio to help talk about some interesting stories around town and highlight things to check out this weekend.

Stories:

COVID numbers are up in Metro Detroit: https://covidactnow.org/us/metro/detroit-warren-dearborn_mi/?s=21421067

Rocket Companies says employees need to be vaccinated or submit to weekly COVID tests

Smalls in Hamtramck, Magic Bag in Ferndale and Marble Bar in Detroit are leading the pack with requiring vaccination or proof of a negative test to enter. Is this the way of the future? Will what part of town the bar is in play a role in this?

Townhouse is reopening with a new look. Devon talked with the owner and here's pics: https://www.facebook.com/townhousedetroit/posts/4815531851806846

Jer waxes about the wax at Spotlite Detroit. It's at 2905 Beaufait Street. https://www.spotlitedetroit.com/ plus pictures on our Instagram, http://www.instagram.com/dailydetroit

The Detroit Smart Parking Lab is opening up on West Lafayette, in West Riverfront between Corktown and downtown. It's a neat thing that Devon gets into what exactly it is. But what you don't say is that it's in Corktown Shores. That doesn't exist.

The First Lady of Detroit Techno has died, K-Hand or Kelli Hand.

Then we get into fun things around town:

The Motor City Car Crawl is this weekend downtown. It's no auto show, but you'll be able to get your outdoor new car thing going if you're interested. https://naias.com/motor-city-car-crawl

The Hamtramck Music Festival is this weekend: http://2021.hamtramckmusicfest.com/

Detroit City FC opens their season at Keyworth Saturday (preview tomorrow with Fletcher on the show): https://tickets.detcityfc.com/events/dcfc-mens-80721

And for future weeks, check out the Grand Circus Bourbon Party is every Thursday.

Detroit's Primary Election Results Unpacked (ft. Chase Cantrell) Aug 04, 2021

Tuesday's primary election results in the city of Detroit turned some heads and created some interesting conversation on social media.

After all, Mayor Mike Duggan pulled in 72% of the vote; and the hotly debated Proposal P fell to defeat by a 2-1 margin. To help unpack what all of it means and what we should be thinking about going forward, Chase Cantrell.

He's the founder and executive director of Building Community Value and he has a real passion for how policy could improve the lives of Detroiters.

He also understands how systems work. Between running a non-profit, being a developer and having a law background he's able to add needed context and understanding to the conversation.

Find him here: https://www.bcvdetroit.org/

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Planning for Detroit's future, together (ft. Antoine Bryant) Aug 03, 2021

Antoine Bryant is Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's pick as Director of the Planning and Development Department.

He stopped by the studio for a wide-ranging conversation on what he hopes to bring to the table; and his ideas for the department to be visible in and include all of Detroit's neighborhoods.

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The next COVID battle is already here Aug 02, 2021

Although cases are lower than areas right now, the path isn't looking good. Soon we'll be in another COVID outbreak - along with hospitalizations - thanks to the Delta variant and a high percentage of unvaccinated people who are vulnerable to getting catastrophically sick.

With just 40 percent of city residents vaccinated and less than half of state of Michigan citizens, we're in for a rough time with the Delta variant that spreads faster.

To help get us ready, educator and nurse John Campbell joins me from the U.K. He has a popular YouTube channel that I've been following this whole pandemic for science-based, smart and practical knowledge about what's happening in the world.

And as the Delta variant has spread around the world first, I thought it important to get international perspective. After all, the cases and positive test rates are rising fast here in Metro Detroit.

In Michigan last week, 10 counties qualified under CDC guidance as high-transmission areas. Now, 31 do, including Oakland and Macomb.

The respected nurse and academic has a doctorate focused on the development of open learning resources for nurses nationally and internationally. He's very good at helping things make sense.

You can find his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF9IOB2TExg3QIBupFtBDxg

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Carl Levin remembered; Cade to Detroit; College vaccine mandates; New DHOP Jul 30, 2021

Carl Levin has passed at the age of 87. Jer has thoughts from interviewing him and his memoir, "To the Heart of the Matter." Jer also penned this piece in March for Hour Detroit: https://www.hourdetroit.com/political-topics/carl-levin-isnt-giving-up-on-american-democracy/

Also: Both U of M and MSU are mandating vaccines for students, faculty and staff this August. It's expected smaller schools may follow.

Cade Cunningham is a Detroit Piston, and he has buffs

There's a new Detroit House of Pancakes appearing. Thanks to a listener tip!

Plus, remember the primary election in your local community is Tuesday, August 3rd. In the city of Detroit, turnout is expected to be 18% or less so your voice really will matter if you vote.

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7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jul 29, 2021

We cover seven stories to know around town from rising COVID cases to new developments to things to go check out in the next few days.

- COVID cases are on the rise as the Delta variant spreads

- Ford confirms their ION battery park and is making progress in the electric market

- DT Midstream puts their HQ in the Ally building in downtown Detroit

- A row of 12 townhouse units on Porter street in Detroit get new life, with some being set as affordable units. The building was built in about 1917. Also, Clark Park is getting $3.3 million in improvements.

- The Special Olympics Unified Cup is coming to Keyworth in 2022

- Rendezvous du Detroit is this weekend at Fort Wayne. More here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/le-rendez-vous-du-detroit-tickets-160324822861

- On Tuesday is a pop up at Soho in downtown Ferndale for Delray Barbecue. That's Engineer Randy's pick. https://www.facebook.com/events/4032432490199930

p.s. - Heads up that this one will sound a little bit different because Jer's recording went bad. So we used a backup mic. Still totally audible but it sounds like he's on the phone. Apologies.

Detroit Councilman charged; Water authority CEO resigns, but what next? Plus, what if the Pistons don't take Cade? Jul 28, 2021

Three stories:

1) Detroit City Council member Andre Spivey has been charged with conspiracy to commit bribery over an alleged $35,000 accepted between him and a staff member.

2) The Great Lakes Water Authority CEO, Sue McCormick, is resigning. And although many people will be pleased by the news, I outline why whoever is in that job in the future has a tough road ahead.

3) Finally, Fletcher Sharpe stops in to talk about the Pistons and rumors they might not take Cade Cunningham first in the NBA draft. He thinks if they skip Cade that's a mistake, and we get into it.

The Underground Tunnels Time Forgot Jul 26, 2021

What do you do to handle traffic before there were traffic signals everywhere? Build a tunnel to safely get people across the street, of course!

That's what Highland Park did in the 1920s and we tell the story of these forgotten tunnels that look like the entrance to subways stations - and the context of the city they were built in.

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NFL COVID Memo thoughts, Tigers win 7 in a row; MLS drawbacks w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jul 23, 2021

On today's podcast, Fletcher Sharpe is in studio.

We talk about the COVID memo outlining punishments for teams that forfeit games to due to unvaccinated, COVID-positive players.

The Tigers have a seven game winning streak.

Plus, we've talked to fans who think Detroit City FC should be in Major League Soccer. Fletcher outlines why you might not want that to happen and why you should support the team now instead of later.

Michigan keeps Fed unemployment benefits; Detroit development speculation; Things to do around town Jul 21, 2021

4 Stories To Know; Plus Robert Courtney's Post-COVID Business + Marketing Tips Jul 19, 2021

Robert Courtney is our guest today as we talk about business and marketing tips for the world after COVID as the pandemic recedes.

More on Robert here: https://www.robertcourtneyandassociates.com/

Plus headlines:

Reports say Ford may have computer chip modules installed by dealers to help alleviate supply chain problems that are hurting the company More: https://www.autonews.com/dealers/ford-weighs-shipping-vehicles-missing-chips-dealerships-finish

Vault of Midnight is moving from downtown Detroit to the Milwaukee Junction neighborhood (near New Center)

The Canadian border is reopening to vaccinated Americans in August

600+ Nurses have issues their notice to strike at Macomb McClaren

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Discussing Warren's Proposed New Downtown; Royal Oak Drinking District Opens; Archer Greenway Jul 16, 2021

Today's feature conversation is about a proposed downtown Warren concept, that would transform land next to Warren's city hall into a hotel, 500 apartments, dining and restaurants.

To discuss it and the merits of the project from his perspective, David Gifford joins us. He's a Warren resident and runs Transit Guide Detroit on Twitter.

Plus some news stories around town:

We now have the cost to rebuild I-75 in Troy, plus how long it's going to take.

The new greenway that will be finished later this year down the old Jos. Campau from Jefferson to Vernor has a proposed name - the Dennis W. Archer Greenway. I also share some details on the project in case you're not familiar.

Royal Oak's Social District is opening this weekend, letting you take to-go drinks around downtown Royal Oak near Main Street.

Stay as dry as you can out there. We had a record rainfall for July 16, 2021 - 2.13 inches. You know, we're supposed to get 3.16 the entire month of July.

Meet Crème Brûlée Detroit; UM Innovation Speculation; Major Disaster Declared Jul 15, 2021

Our feature conversation is with Katrina Wilson, owner of Crème Brûlée Detroit, a new three-story luxury salon in New Center. We have a wide-ranging conversation about the business, changes in the city and the future.

Online at: https://cremebruleedetroit.com/

Plus - President Joe Biden has declared a Major Disaster in Wayne and Washtenaw Counties; and some wild speculation as we've all learned that the University of Michigan Innovation Center may end up in the Ilitch-owned District Detroit (a development that the residential portion has been stalled for quite awhile).

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Echoes Of The Pandemic Are Changing Plans In Detroit Jul 14, 2021

Today: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talks about the changes the pandemic has brought, especially with projects that were offices possibly becoming residential, among other topics.

As the pandemic recedes, childcare is the number one reason people aren't returning to work. Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II outlines the desire for a childcare accelerator and his concern about getting people vaccinated.

I-75 got toasted in Troy by a tanker and will need serious repairs, possibly slowing and snarling traffic for weeks.

The University of Michigan Innovation Center planned for the old fail jail site on the edge of downtown is off. Developer Stephen Ross says it'll go somewhere else in the city, but there's no word as to exactly where or when. Construction was supposed to start this year.

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Motor City Brewing Works Opens On Livernois; 4 Things To Know Around Town Jul 12, 2021

7 Things to Know Around Metro Detroit; Previewing the Detroit Policy Conference Jul 09, 2021

Seven stories to know around town, plus Devon stops by to preview what he's been working on at the Detroit Policy Conference.

- There's a new contract between the city of Detroit and the Firefighters Association. It comes with raises and changes.

- A former Macomb County Prosecutor is facing 10 felony charges and the preliminary exam started today

- A boutique in Auburn Hills is in hot water after what their Vice President said in an email to a job applicant

- There's a setback for advancing LGBTQ+ protections in Michigan, already ranked one of the least welcoming for that community

- Trinity Health will be mandating vaccinations for their employees and contractors

Fun things to do:

- The Taylor Summer Fest is this weekend: http://www.taylorfestival.com/437/Taylor-Summer-Festival

- And join a barchaelogist guiding a speakeasies and scofflaws tour: https://thedetroitbus.com/product/scofflaws-and-speakeasies-the-detroit-prohibition-history-tour/

Plus Devon O'Reilly joins me at the end of the show to preview the Detroit Policy Conference. I'll be there, too if you happen to be there and want to say hi. https://www.detroitchamber.com/dpc/

Thanks to our newest member, Jonathan. Support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Talk with you Monday!

The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House Gets A Major Upgrade Jul 08, 2021

Edsel Ford is one of my favorite characters from Detroit's history, and I often wonder what would have happened if he hadn't died early of stomach cancer in 1943.

If you've seen a Lincoln Continental - you can thank Edsel. If you've seen a Ford in general, he saved the company convincing his attached-to-the-past father to produce the Model A.

And this doesn't even begin to get into Edsel's numerous civic works that have left a mark on our region for generations. Been to the Rivera court at the DIA? Yeah, he was a big part of that.

The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House - his old estate in Grosse Pointe - has gone through a major upgrade adding new spaces, new exhibitions, upgrades to support the Ford's passion of migratory birds, and more.

Joining me on today's episode is Mark Heppner, President and CEO of the non-profit Edsel and Eleanor Ford House for a wide ranging conversation about what's happening and a shared figure of Detroit's history that maybe isn't talked about enough.

More on the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, including how to visit yourself: https://www.fordhouse.org/

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Detroit City FC Wins Title; Flooding Closes Main Library; 4 Stories Around Town Jul 07, 2021

On today's show:

Flooding closes Detroit's Main Branch to close until at least Labor Day

The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center reopens July 16th

A Detroit Firefighter is killed in a road rage incident in Troy

The Detroit Institute of Arts has hired a new Diversity and Inclusion Director

For our feature conversation, Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw) joins us to break down Detroit City FC's Championship win over the LA Force and things to look forward to next season starting in August.

Also, the Tigers have been looking better in the middle of the season here, and are in striking distance of .500.

Meet The Vegetarian Detroit Podcast; Previewing DCFC's Championship Final Jul 02, 2021

Openings and Closings; The Grand Boulevardier Cocktail and more Jul 01, 2021

Conner Creek Questions Plus 6 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jun 30, 2021

Detroit City FC News; Cabrera Closer to 500 Homers; Pistons get first pick Jun 29, 2021

Today’s show focuses on sports.

00:48 Previewing the semi-final between Chattanooga and Los Angeles, the winner who will play Detroit City FC in the final at Keyworth this Saturday.

04:33 Golden Nugget Online Gaming is becoming the training kit sponsor (among other things) for DCFC. But NISA betting in Michigan isn’t a thing. Should NISA – not a development league, but not a premier league – be allowed to be available in sportsbooks? Should betting come to NISA?

10:29 The Women’s DCFC team lost 3-2 to Midwest United. Fletcher breaks it down.

11:22 U-23 Team DCFC update

12:39 Miguel Cabrera has hit homer number 493 and the watch for 500 career homers starts. He’s tied with Lou Gehrig for career homers.

14:47 The Detroit Pistons actually got the first pick, with NBA Hall of Famer Ben Wallace there. So what will they do with the pick?

Follow Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/saintfdw

Detroit Flood City and the Impact of Climate Change Jun 28, 2021

Parts of Metro Detroit got as much rain in five hours as they'd normally get in two months, overwhelming our aging sewer and drainage system.

I-94, as of this recording, is still flooded. The Fisher Building sits dark without power due to a substation being out. Thousands of basements were filled with water, and countless personal items lost across Detroit, Dearborn, the Grosse Pointes, and elsewhere.

There's a lot to this story, and with such a catastrophic failure, there's no one answer. But a big part of this is climate change. Our infrastructure, in some cases built as much as a century ago, wasn't designed for this new climate we find ourselves in today.

So not only do we need to update our aging infrastructure, to help stop this happening again we need to think better. And do that, we need to understand climate change and how it plays into everything and why organizations like the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department as well as residents need to be aware of it and prepare for it.

To give us a bigger lens, Sheril Kirshenbaum.

She's a scientist who through her work at Michigan State University, PBS, and other places helps increase the understanding of science and improve communication between scientists, policymakers and the public.

She's also the co-author of Unscientific America: How Scientific Illiteracy Threatens our Future.

We’re gonna talk about not just the flooding, but how it all works together. Our food. Our health and safety. Economy. And that not all hope is lost, but action is needed.

Listeners have been asking for ways to help. Here's a link to volunteer with the City of Detroit to clean out the basements of the elderly and disabled. The city will provide protective gear: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4a7bc7eb369b41f9a0edd71d63c0cbb6

Here's a link to Sheri's work: http://sherilkirshenbaum.com

And her Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sheril_

Of course, thanks to our members who make this show possible. Thanks to Erin and James who signed up over the break: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

10 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jun 18, 2021

Jamaal Williams on Lions Football, Anime, Motivation and the Microban24 MVP Jun 17, 2021

Detroit Sports Fans Deserve Better; DCFC Womens News; Detroit A Top Hockey City w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jun 16, 2021

Lordstown Lives; The Ford Maverick Might Be The Small Truck You're Looking For w/ Eric Trytko Jun 15, 2021

Main Art Theater Closes Plus 7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jun 14, 2021

DPD wants to stop drag racers; 1880s building may come down; Plus 6 Things to know around Detroit Jun 11, 2021

Remembering a Civil Rights hero from Detroit w/ Desiree Cooper Jun 10, 2021

More than three quarters of a century ago, Sarah Elizabeth Ray was kicked off the Boblo Boat for being African American, as it was a segregated attraction. Her lesser-known case made it to the U.S. Supreme Court and laid the groundwork for later cases involving Rosa Park ands and Brown v. Board of Education. Now Ray's home is on the list of 11 most endangered historic places, and there's an amazing documentary trailer telling her story. Desiree Cooper joins us to talk about it.

Meet Detroit's augmented reality mural festival Jun 09, 2021

More: http://electriflydetroit.com/

What to know around Metro Detroit plus sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jun 08, 2021

Why so many of Detroit's new projects look the same w/ Aaron Mondry Jun 07, 2021

The details on James Oliver Coffee opening in Detroit's Corktown Jun 04, 2021

Kahn-designed warehouse crumbling; Devon discovers Ernie's; Plus 10 things to know around Detroit Jun 03, 2021

Questioning qualified immunity w/ Vince Colella Jun 02, 2021

Detroit City FC Plays LA Force + Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jun 01, 2021

01:05 – Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw on Twitter) previews the LA Force Men’s Detroit City FC match on Wednesday night at Keyworth Stadium

05:37 – The DCFC Women’s team had their first loss against the Chicago Mustangs. Fletch breaks it down and looks forward.

10:51 – Fans across the country have been acting up between dumping popcorn on Russell Westbrook to spitting to a fan running on the Sixers court. Fletcher makes the argument that until fans get it together, we shouldn’t let fans in arenas.

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Meet the Sapphire Sun cocktail; Diner Demolition; Plus stories around town May 28, 2021

It's a Friday edition of your Daily Detroit and Devon O'Reilly joins Jer to send us out to the holiday weekend.

00:20 First up, we talk about our cocktails of choice. Jer talks about what he dubs the "Sapphire Sun," meaning Faygo Arctic Sun and Bombay Sapphire gin. All that's needed is your local party store to pull this one off.

Devon's drinking an Americano with a touch of booze.

The stories:

02:01 There's generally great news on the COVID-19 front, and unless there's major changes we're finally going to be pushing that coverage kinda to the back. The Detroit region is doing very well, with a test positivity rate below 5%.

05:10 Proposed changes to Detroit's charter will not be on the ballot thanks to a judge's ruling that without the Governor's signoff, it cannot appear. As a city resident, some of the ideas inside were compelling - but probably belong in the form of laws or ordinances instead of the charter itself. Also, it seemed a bunch of people forgot we as a city have $200m+ of annual pension payments looming over our heads.

09:33 The city is getting $826 million in Federal dollars to help plug holes created due to the pandemic. Half goes straight to the budget, but over the next few weeks there will be a series of public meetings to direct the rest of those dollars to make an impact in the community.

14:28 So many things in Corktown from noise questions around the PAL facility at the old Tiger Stadium site to dollars for affordable housing projects.

23:44 Janet's Lunch had been standing at the corner of Kercheval and Maryland in the east side streetcar suburb of GPP since 1938. This week, it was torn down. We reminisce another piece of history coming down and speculate what might be next.

As always, your feedback and support are welcome. We have a couple projects in the pipeline that we're going to tell our members on http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit first now that the pandemic seems to be loosening its grip.

#BringDannyHome from Myanmar; Boaz Bikes grows in Detroit May 27, 2021

Detroit City FC Women's + Men's; Lions pick up Paulo + more w/ Fletcher Sharpe May 25, 2021

Detroit's property tax system is broken. Could a split rate help fix it? w/ Matthew X. Roling May 24, 2021

Detroit is only second to New York City when it comes to overall tax burden, according to some estimates.

And when it comes to property taxes, due to the systems of incentives, breaks, Neighborhood Enterprise Zones and other financial tools, it’s very possible a loft downtown with a higher value can have a far lower tax rate than a neighborhood house.

Matthew X. Roling shares with us on this episode of the Daily Detroit podcast how he thinks a split rate property tax system would slow down land speculators, lower tax bills for actual homeowners, and encourage development without doing massive giveaways.

Oh, and it’d be revenue neutral, too. This is something that’s actually been talked about among leadership, but would require a change in state law to make possible.

It also might break some of the addiction Detroit has for incentives. Those incentives often reduce the property tax burden to what are basically normal state levels.

That’d even the playing field for smaller and individual developers, including people who want to fix up a house to live in.

Previewing the Ford F-150 Lightning w/ Eric Trykto; Nicole Curtis wins; Venues reopening May 21, 2021

Housekeeping: We're getting a lot of requests for t-shirts. Do you want one? Are you willing to meet us in the middle and cover the cost of yours, or become a member? Listen to the end for more.

On today's show, Eric Trytko joins us to break down the Ford F-150 Lightning. How will it stand up to competition? Is there a market for this? What is there to look forward to, and what are the reservations? It's an in-depth, smart conversation on a vehicle that Ford is making big bets on.

Plus stories around town:

- Venues are opening up around town and concerts are returning

- Nicole Curtis won her case with the Detroit Land Bank Authority, keeping at 1908 Foursquare in the Islandview neighborhood

- Spotlite Detroit just opened also in Islandview

- Listener Jason reminds us Mt. Clemens in Macomb County is doing a drinking district, too (whoops! Sorry! Mt. Clemens has some beautiful architecture)

- Detroit City FC is playing the Michigan Stars after all this weekend after much drama

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Fusion Marketing. Go check John out at http://www.tryfusionmarketing.com for everything from websites to large format printing.

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Mask mandates lifting; Plus 6 stories to know around Metro Detroit May 20, 2021

Celebrating four years of bike share in Detroit w/ Adriel Thornton, MoGo May 19, 2021

Making sense of mask guidance; DCFC Men's news + Women's preview + more May 18, 2021

Old factory site to become part Riverwalk; New interim DPD chief; Bon Jovi coming to Michigan drive-ins May 17, 2021

Masks off? River Place sold; DCFC News + The dramatic Michigan Stars; Ferndale Radio fundraising to stream May 14, 2021

OMGWTFBBQ what an episode. We literally scrapped it three times and then everything happened.

First, Devon O'Reilly joins us to talk about the change in mask policy. In Michigan, as of 9am Saturday, it's masks off for vaccinated individuals. But will you? Will he? And in what situations? And we get into what some of the thinking might be behind the moves.

We also talk about Bedrock's purchase of 300 River Place and the vibrant neighborhood that is down there at Jos Campau on the river side of Jefferson.

I-75 will be a mess this weekend, just avoid it.

Then, Fletcher Sharpe joins us for a not only a wrap-up and preview of the Detroit City FC matches, but literally while we were recording the show news broke that the Michigan Stars won't be going to California and are forfeiting their match over a conflict with the league, NISA.

Safe to say, Fletcher unloads. @saintfdw on Twitter, btw.

And finally, Michelle Mirowski from Ferndale Radio is on to talk about the ongoing fundraiser. The community station is raising $12,000 to start streaming what is a low-power FM signal on the internet. Which is exciting for fans of local content like us.

Alright, it's been a heck of a week. Pet your dogs, love your people, and we'll see you next week.

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The Complex Line 5 Pipeline Situation, Explained May 13, 2021

The whole Line 5 pipeline situation under the straits of Mackinac, as I uncover more and more, seems to be a symptom to a larger, bi-national problem and lack of plan.

Proponents say the pipeline critical to the economy and energy infrastructure. Opponents say a double pipeline under the great lakes - especially one that’s not buried - poses a special threat to the unique fresh water resource that is the Great Lakes.

What if both concerns are true?

And what if I told you that it’s a pipeline that provides half of the province of Ontario’s fuel needs and two thirds of Quebec? That’s around 23 million people that are reliant on this thing.

It turns out Michigan draws a small percentage of the product, and most of it - possibly more than 90% - is pulled out of the ground in Canada, then starts in Wisconsin, goes through Michigan - and back to Canada.

So do we want to cut off our neighbor and ally without a backup plan?

But also… should we as a state demand more for bearing so much environmental risk? Should we set a real plan in motion because we’re transitioning out of needing so much fossil fuel?

Spending the last week pouring over numbers, getting through the FUD - fear uncertainty and doubt - pipeline maps, all of that - made me question a lot about how fundamentally we’ve constructed our energy future.

My guest to help unpack this is Warren Mabee. He’s the Director of the Queens institute for energy and environmental policy of the Queens Institute, based in Kingston, Ontario.

As always, if you have feedback, guest ideas, or questions - my email is jer@dailydetroit.com.

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What is the Community Policing Innovation Initiative? w/ Barbara McQuade May 12, 2021

Goodbye Kerryon Johnson; Detroit City FC News; MSFC / Chattanooga Mess May 11, 2021

Police Chief James Craig retires, may run for Governor; Ford HQ changes; Belle Isle Newsboy Shelter demolished May 10, 2021

Detroit Police Chief James Craig retires, and word is he’s eyeing running for Michigan Governor as a Republican. But there’s a hard reality that the violent crime rate in the city of Detroit is just about where he found it in 2014, even if we take out the pandemic. We discuss it and the Chief’s answer that the November 2020 election result was a “political” question and so he won’t address it until after he retires June 1st.

Plus - Ford’s Headquarters in Dearborn, the “Glass House,” has a new look. We quickly touch on what’s happening. More background, you should read here: https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2021/05/10/ford-world-headquarters-dearborn-projection-screen/4997250001/

And finally, the old Newsboy Shelter on Belle Isle has been demolished. There wasn’t much donation support for fundraising and rehabbing it would be cost-prohibitive vs. building new. We get into a discussion about Belle Isle needing a ton more money for it to operate properly, especially as the island is in large part was man made; and before then, it was basically swamp-like and is always dealing with erosion from the Detroit River.

Picture: https://www.facebook.com/HistoricDetroit/posts/4874465425953507

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Metro Detroit's hot suburban housing market plus 6 stories to know around town May 07, 2021

Non-Alcoholic cocktails in Detroit w/ Kevin Peterson, Castalia May 06, 2021

Can employers make employees get vaccinated? And will they? w/ Terry Bonnette May 05, 2021

Today’s show is driven by a listener question we’ve gotten a lot over the last couple of months.

Can employers mandate their employees get vaccines? Should they? And then we talk about what some businesses are actually doing.

Our guest for this is Terry Bonnette. He’s co-managing partner at Nemeth Law and is an expert on labor and employment counseling and litigation. In his career, he’s dealt with contract compliance and regulatory compliance issues, including, FMLA, Wage and Hour, the American with Disabilities Act and more.

He’s eligible to practice throughout Michigan, Northern Ohio, and all the way up to the U.S. Supreme Court. So I feel like we got our guy to help us be a bit smarter about what's ahead.

Terry at Nemeth Law: https://www.nemethlawpc.com/attorneys-8.html

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5 Things to know plus DCFC news + Lions picks w/ Fletcher Sharpe May 04, 2021

On today's show, Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk about Detroit City FC's win over the Maryland Bobcats and his thoughts on the Detroit Lions draft picks. That starts at 04:47

Also, if you don't know what a nutmeg is: https://twitter.com/SaintFDW/status/1389600381374767118

Also on the show:

00:20 Latest on the pandemic as vaccinations statewide hit 50%, Ford Field wraps up their mass clinic in two weeks, and cases drop (but are still high).

01:44 Gabe Leland is a Detroit City Councilman no more, pleading guilty to misconduct in office.

02:52 A failed housing development is being demolished. More: https://farmingtonvoice.com/farmington-hills-to-demolish-abandoned-development/

03:26 Engineer Randy says hit JoeBar if you want to enjoy Cinco De Mayo tomorrow: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailyDetroit/posts/1660456260805003

04:09 Keegan-Michael Key is hosting SNL May 15.

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How the global chip shortage impacts Detroit automakers w/ Bloomberg's Gabrielle Coppola May 03, 2021

The global silicon chip shortage has made computers and graphics cards more expensive and harder to find. But so many popular products are driven by chips, including automobiles.

There are lots full of pickup trucks and other high-value vehicles sitting missing a few parts, unable to be sold until they get some key parts. And that's not good for our local economy or the workers that rely on it.

Gabrielle Coppola from Bloomberg joins the podcast to unpack what's going on, how long this will last, and some of the impacts we've already seen.

Between troubles for buyers getting the car they want at the dealer, laid off workers because of shortage, or suppliers feeling the pinch as automakers will not make as many cars as they could sell this quarter - this global event has a very real local impact.

Gabrielle Coppola on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gablova

On Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/authors/APKMi7fRJDs/gabrielle-coppola

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Lighting up Highland Park w/ Soulardarity; DCFC loses Shawn-Claud Lawson; Giant Sturgeon caught in Detroit River Apr 30, 2021

Hiring for restaurant jobs is harder; Thomas to Mayor's office; DIB reopening? Plus 5 things to know Apr 29, 2021

Spring update on Detroit's growing greenways w/ Todd Scott Apr 28, 2021

It’s now spring so it’s a great time to catch up on what’s happening with Detroit’s growing greenway infrastructure.

Detroit Greenways Coalition Executive Director Todd Scott says that it’s a “milestone year” for new construction projects and shovels in the ground.

We talk about the Joe Louis Greenway, the Southwest Greenway, a possible rebuilding of Jefferson Avenue on Detroit’s east side to coincide with work happening underground with the sewage system, how the pandemic has impacted greenway usage and more.

Detroit Greenways Coalition website: https://detroitgreenways.org/

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1100 Cars for people who need them; New Ford Ion Park; Flower Day Details and more Apr 27, 2021

Today's show features a conversation with Bob Schwartz of the Here to Help Foundation. They've provided or helped with 1,100 cars for working people in Wayne and Oakland counties.

More: https://www.heretohelpfoundation.org/activek/home

Plus, stories around town:

00:32 - Ford announced a new battery research and development facility called Ford Ion Park. It'll be in Allen Park.

01:41 - If a lawsuit is successful in getting an injunction, Detroit's new medical marijuana licenses may be put on pause.

03:15 - COVID-19 updates including falling cases, vaccination rates, a new way the city of Detroit is teaming up with Pistons for a family vaccine day. Plus, our decision to switch from talking about a percentage for "herd immunity" to "community protection" going forward.

05:30 - Flower Day has some changes this year. There will not be one day, but a "Flower Season." More at https://easternmarket.org/public/

And the artist KayCeyKal, who did the poster and a section of it is our cover art today: https://www.instagram.com/kaceykal/

06:19 - Conversation with Bob Schwartz of the Here to Help Foundation. They've provided 1100 cars to people who have jobs but need better transportation.

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DCFC wins Legends Cup; Flagstar Acquired; Michigan loses House seat; COVID-19 cases down Apr 26, 2021

Donut talk; Floyd funding; Plus 5 things to know around Metro Detroit Apr 23, 2021

It's Friday funday at the podcast and we run down stories around town as well as our favorite donuts.

01:11 - Devon and Jer share their drinks and their vaccine side-effect experiences

05:27 - Downtown Detroit bars and restaurants are real slow compared to before the pandemic. Will that increase as more people get vaccinated and go out?

06:33 - Local election season is heating up across the region. We talk about it for a bit, including quickly the slew of mayoral candidates. There will be more on all that in future shows.

08:56 - Local furniture maker Floyd raises $15 million in a series B round

11:56 - The metro Detroit real estate market is very hot, with people buying nearly half-million dollar houses without inspections and more. Here's the MLive article we discuss: https://www.mlive.com/news/2021/04/unprecedented-housing-market-leaves-realtors-stunned-never-seen-anything-like-this.html

15:07 - The "Big Salad," a local salad chain, is expanding in Michigan. We discuss. https://www.restaurantnews.com/michigans-the-big-salad-expanding-with-3-new-restaurants-042121/

17:38 - Donut talk. Of course, we pay homage to Dutch Girl; but what other good options are in the region? We discuss the newish Yellow Light on Jefferson in Detroit; the retro Donutville in Dearborn; and Donut Cutter in Berkley.

Which donuts reign supreme? We'd love to hear from you. jer@dailydetroit.com or leave a message with our Speakpipe. https://www.speakpipe.com/DailyDetroit

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How to hop around downtown Detroit for free; Plus 4 stories to know Apr 22, 2021

Can we lower Detroit's high property tax rates and not gut services? Here's how we might do it. Apr 21, 2021

Could we lower the city of Detroit's property tax rates - they are among the highest in the nation - while not gutting services?

This would be a benefit for long-time Detroit residents who face very high property tax burdens and might be a longer term fix than the one-time forgiveness provided through a charitable program from Dan Gilbert's foundation.

Also, it could stimulate more individual investment to make the city make more fiscal sense and help attract back the middle class, which Detroit has mostly lost. It's also something that wouldn't go first to billionaire and millionaire developers that live outside the city, but residents who live in their homes.

To talk about this idea is Stephen J.K. Walters. He's the author of a piece in City Journal, "Detroit's Black Wealth Tax: To help close the racial wealth gap, slash Detroit’s confiscatory property tax rate."

Also, a bit of housekeeping. The Detroit City Council and mayoral races are heating up. A number of incumbents, including Andre Spivey, Raquel Castenda-Lopez, Brenda Jones and Gabe Leland aren't running, setting the table for the most change in city government in years. If you have questions you'd like asked of candidates or are a candidate running for office, email us - dailydetroit@gmail.com

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Detroit City FC news; A critical year for NISA; Super League talk w/ Fletcher Sharpe Apr 20, 2021

Today's show is focused on Detroit City FC and the sport in general.

First, Fletcher Sharpe runs down a pair of games last week as DCFC kicks off their season.

Then we discuss the Super League briefing which leads into another topic - NISA. And how Detroit City FC really needs NISA to work, and what NISA could do to step up their game.

New "Buy Detroit" portal for city businesses; Plus 4 things to know around town Apr 19, 2021

Living the Dreamtroit; Plus 7 Things to know around town Apr 16, 2021

The hospitals are almost full. Now, it's up to us w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Apr 15, 2021

Triage tents are going up at local hospitals. Beaumont reports that their facilities across the region are 90 to 95% occupied, and rising. The volume of patients there is higher than last fall.

There are a number of individual hospitals that are over capacity. They’re overwhelmed with unvaccinated adults who are on the verge of dying.

Plus, the Johnson and Johnson vaccine was paused for review. So what does that mean? And what’s next?

To help sort this unfolding crisis out and make us smarter, Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us.

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Remembering Detroit's Prince Of Potato Chips; Plus 4 Things To Know Around Town Apr 14, 2021

For our feature conversation, Potato chip expert, author and journalist Karen Dybis joins us to talk about the passing of the prince of chips. You might know him as Better Made CEO, Salvatore "Sam" Cipriano.

But first, some news.

00:29 - Coronavirus update, including stunningly high case positivity rates across the region and in the city of Detroit.

02:25 - Facial recognition technology used to identify suspects in Detroit is in the news again, this time as the ACLU is suing on behalf of a wrongly arrested man.

05:12 - Detroit's casino revenues are rebounding

06:07 - Lithia Motors has closed on the acquisition of the Suburban Collection.

06:58 - Our feature conversation with Karen Dybis on the passing of Salvatore "Sam" Cipriano. Karen is in our opinion Detroit's foremost potato chip historian and author of "Better Made in Michigan: The Salty Story of Detroit's Best Chip"

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Made-Michigan-Detroits-American/dp/162619985X/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=karen+dybis&qid=1618447372&sr=8-4

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DCFC; Ben Wallace's Hall Of Fame Hopes; Is Mike Smith Pro Material? + More w/ Fletcher Sharpe Apr 13, 2021

Today, Fletcher Sharpe is in the co-pilot seat.

00:18 - Fan favorite forward Max Todd returns to Detroit City FC.

00:44 - U of M's Mike Smith said he's going pro. What are his prospects?

03:55 - Why isn't Pistons Legend Ben Wallace a Hall Of Famer yet? More: https://theathletic.com/2511074/2021/04/12/ben-wallace-qa-on-hall-of-fame-isaiah-stewart-state-of-the-pistons/

09:50 - Tigers talk: Akil Baddoo, Miguel Cabrera

16:00 - Fletcher partakes in Ramadan and has good wishes for people

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Preserving The Legacy Of Albert Kahn; CDC Says Shutdown To Stop Cases Here; Bronco Gets Its Own Store Apr 12, 2021

Today's show is in two parts. News in the front, and a feature conversation in the back.

Albert Kahn and his brothers left an immense architectural and design legacy for Detroit and the world.

To help connect fans of Albert Kahn's work and tell the Kahn story, the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation was started. Pfannes joins us to talk about it.

Plus:

00:49 - A COVID-19 update as the CDC says the way to stop this current spike is to shut the state back down. It's putting two allies - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and President Joe Biden's administration - at odds. Whitmer doesn't seem to want to shut back down.

04:24 - Ford will have a third major brand. Bronco retail stores are coming. Tweet with link to the story and pictures: https://twitter.com/mikemartinez_an/status/1381215717056516097?s=12

05:32 - Feature conversation with Heidi Pfannes on the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation. More: http://albertkahnlegacy.org/

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The Lake Guardian comes to Detroit; Plus 5 Things to know around town Apr 09, 2021

Today was a far busier day than anticipated. Let's get into the stories:

01:03 - Michigan's COVID situation continues to worsen, and some hospitals are overwhelmed. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced no new restrictions, but strongly encouraged people to distance, take a pause on in-person learning, and more.

05:49 - StockX raises more money, putting their value at $3.8 Billion.

07:00 - GM is shutting down a couple more plants due to chip shortages. This is part of a North American automaker shortage which is impacting Stellantis and Ford.

07:52 - What are the most dangerous stretches of road in Metro Detroit? Which ones bother you? Send in a voicemail at 313-789-3211 or leave a message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/DailyDetroit

09:23 - A pair of popular restaurants have been sold in Ferndale.

10:11 - Our feature story on the Lake Guardian. The 180-foot long EPA research vessel is on a mission to study our great lakes, keep an eye on the lower food web that underpins our ecosystem, and discover new species. There are 26 crew members here, and to talk about it, one of them - Dr. Anne Scoffield.

I'll be sure to put some pictures up on the website.

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Don't forget to tell a friend about the podcast! We'll see you Monday.

9 Things to know around Metro Detroit Apr 08, 2021

Devon O'Reilly is in for his weekly segment. Today, we cover a lot.

01:00 - COVID-19, of course. Hospital officials at the University of Michigan are shutting down surgical procedures to allow space for COVID patients as are others in the area. And they're doing this without a government mandate, as hospitals have live in reality and there's only so many beds, drugs and staff.

06:24 - The "Godfather of Detroit," Ray Solomon Jr. has died.

07:41 - Chef Matt Prentice has died at age 62.

09:04 - All of the eco-homes in Midtown have sold at north of $500,000 each. We discuss, here's more: http://www.detourdetroiter.com/ecohomes-detroit-midtown-sold-fast/

12:54 - Metro Detroit has a speeding problem. We talk about Warren and the Detroit/Hamtramck border.

16:10 - Northville is looking for a city councilmember to fill an eight-month term

16:59 - Free WiFi is coming to downtown Detroit parks including Campus Martius, Capitol Park, and more.

18:44 - The Workforce Intelligence Network has a new training program for skills to get people to work. 100 free slots are available.

21:56 - Devon warms people up to Daxton Hotel in Birmingham. Something to keep an eye on.

The 246 Problem; Plus 5 Things to Know Around Metro Detroit Apr 07, 2021

Today:

00:43 - Jer thinks there's a problem with framing when it comes to a recent set of stories locally and nationally at a number of outlets about 246 people getting COVID-19 after being vaccinated. He argues that leading with that number and not putting the context of 1.7 million people vaccinated up at the top plays on fear and helps spur misinformation.

03:00 - COVID-19 cases continue to rage. We're in an "extreme" situation according to COVIDACTNOW in Metro Detroit. We run through the data and the stories as 3,000 people are hospitalized and we had more than 8,000 cases Wednesday.

04:56 - The all-electric Chevy Silverado and Hummer EV are being built right here in Detroit.

05:45 - Housing affordability has worsened in the United States and in Metro Detroit. Detroit area rents are up significantly since February 2020, more than 5% per month. National demand for Detroit is increasing and now, according to Zumper, a top five destination for people looking to move to.

06:48 - A local state lawmaker may be in legal hot water after a crash Tuesday

07:50 - How to score some American Coney Island Vans shoes

Fletcher is Back! Let's talk Detroit City FC and more Apr 06, 2021

Fletcher Sharpe is back! On the show:

00:35 Fletch talks COVID and his experience

09:40 University of Michigan Men's basketball recap and Isaiah Livers has at least six months of recovery

12:04 U of M's Women's basketball recap and what happened

13:05 Opening Day and Miggy won one fan a bunch of money

13:42 Detroit City FC has a statewide live match schedule and it's going to be on TV and YouTube: https://www.detcityfc.com/news_article/show/1156187

16:48 Previewing the Legends Cup in Chattanooga and their first match against the Cal United Strikers

18:04 Fletcher Sharpe has his thoughts on MLB moving the All Star Game and Draft from Atlanta

21:10 A shout out to Benjamin J. Tallerico, Fletcher's former professor at Wayne State. He lost a three-year battle with cancer on March 23.

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Why is Fox Sports now Bally Sports Detroit? And more w/ Matt Friedman Apr 05, 2021

Today's show with Matt Friedman of Tanner Friedman covers three big topics:

One - if you turned on the Tigers opening day, you might have noticed a name change and some new graphics as Fox Sports Detroit is now Bally Sports Detroit. We untangle what’s happening. Here's Matt's post about it: https://tannerfriedman.com/blog/confusing-tv-channel-name-change-explained/

Two - A marketing stunt with Volkswagen went sour when company public relations people confirmed that there was a new name - Voltswagen. Turns out, the german company says it’s “all a joke,” but not until it was widely reported in major news outlets. What’s the impact?

Three - There’s a lot of talk about transparency out in the world. But in reality, that usually doesn’t happen. And that’s not restricted to one political side or another. And we get into it. More: https://tannerfriedman.com/blog/cut-the-b-s-about-transparency/

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Love From Detroit For Daft Punk Apr 02, 2021

It's a fun Friday highlighting a show from Metro Detroit, "Alive 2021: A Daft Punk Podcast." It's part celebratory wake, part music history and part camaraderie and memories about the French House duo.

A trio from the Planet Ant Music Theater put together the ongoing series: Andy Reid, Devin Rosni and Darren Shelton and they join Jer to talk about their project.

More about Alive 2021 - their website with links to all the places to subscribe in your favorite podcast apps: http://alive2021.com/

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8 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Apr 01, 2021

Unofficial tips for getting a vaccine at the TCF Center in Detroit Mar 31, 2021

Jer gets a vaccine shot and shares his unofficial tips for fellow city residents and those that work in the city for getting your shot there.

If you are a city resident or work in the city and want to get a vaccine, please call 313-230-0505.

If you're in the region, check out this Twitter thread from friend of the pod Ken Haddad over at ClickOnDetroit: https://twitter.com/KenHaddad

Producer Shianne has an announcement of her own you're not going to want to miss!

Plus, an aperitif topic talking about Joe Louis Arena and how great the space looks now that' it's open (if only for a little while) near the riverfront. If you weren't around from a decade ago, here's a link from 2011 about the issues with old Joe: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/733207-detroit-red-wings-why-joe-louis-arena-needs-to-be-buried

"The house is on fire" with Coronavirus in Metro Detroit Mar 30, 2021

The pandemic situation isn’t good.

Hospitalizations, something experts had hoped would not jump? They are, but this time among people 30-49 of age.

In fact, COVID-19 hospitalizations have basically doubled in a week. ICU admittance is up.

So we’re doing a deep dive podcast on what’s happening with coronavirus in metro Detroit and Michigan.

To set the table, according to COVID ACT NOW, the Detroit metro area is averaging nearly 63 new cases per hundred thousand people per day. Experts say that’s a very dangerous level.

The positive test rate is 14.5 percent.

And that’s despite nearly a quarter of the region receiving their first dose of the vaccine. The spread of the virus is not slowing down yet. That infection rate that you want below 1 - is at 1.3.

Wayne and Oakland counties, over 50 cases per 100k per day. Macomb county is racing to 90 cases per 100k. St. Clair? Nearly 120.

We are a day or two away from our highest level of covid ever and it’s running rampant through our community. And it’s time to talk about it. Why this is happening. Why it’s important for everyone that vaccinations happen quickly to keep mutant strains at bay. And more.

So joining me for the conversation is Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health Direct Primary Care.

Links we talk about:

"In The Bubble" podcast w/ Dr. Bob & NYU's Arthur Caplan - https://omny.fm/shows/in-the-bubble-with-andy-slavitt/toolkit-will-i-need-a-vaccine-passport#description

Marielle Lue from Fox 2 News is fighting COVID, "I can't breathe" - https://www.mlive.com/news/2021/03/fox-2-detroit-anchor-maurielle-lue-describes-her-terrifying-covid-battle-i-literally-cant-breathe.html

Miami Heat to open seats for vaccinated-only fans April 1 - https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/31123421/miami-heat-open-vaccinated-only-sections-fans-april-1

Also, vaccinations in the city of Detroit are *open* for any residents or those who work in the city 16 and up. Call 313-230-0505 to book an appointment. More: https://detroitmi.gov/news/all-detroiters-age-16-can-now-schedule-vaccination-city-offer-johnson-johnson-nw-activities-center

Every Linear Mile Dearborn; Detroit Vaccinations Open Up + More Mar 29, 2021

Dan Gilbert's $500m To Detroit Neighborhoods; Openings + Closings; Opening Day Mar 26, 2021

Putting The "City" Back In The Motor City By Supporting Small Developers w/ Brian Mulloy Mar 25, 2021

Our deep-dive conversation is with Brian Mulloy. He's doing small-scale development in the city of Detroit through his Ballet Real Estate, but with a focus on building restoration and urban spaces.

His transformation of a building at Bagley and Trumbull (and subsequent development of a property few thought could be built on it behind it) has not only has caught attention for its looks — but the amount of hassle he had to go through to get it done.

So how can Detroit support smaller developers? How can the city infill neighborhoods instead of building giant, block-sized developments? How has the advent of the "Motor City" emptied the city of Detroit? We get into that and more.

Oak Park's New Nine Mile Linear Park Plus 4 Things To Know Around Detroit Mar 24, 2021

COVID Roars Back In Metro Detroit; Road Work Ahead; Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Mar 23, 2021

00:40 - Coronavirus is roaring back in Metro Detroit. Cases are skyrocketing, and unfortunately, hospitalizations are up too. Sewage testing in Macomb County shows that we may very well have more cases ahead. We get into what's happening, as well as run down vaccine expansions in Detroit and the possibility of some districts moving back to remote learning as test positivity rates exceed 9%.

02:40 - The old warehouse with the Boblo Boat sign will be demolished as part of a bigger deal. More: https://www.dbusiness.com/daily-news/moroun-family-and-port-authority-end-master-agreement-boblo-building-to-be-demolished/

03:20 - Road improvements are coming as part of massive $3.5 billion bonding issue. We cover some top level things over the next couple of years, but here's the map to dig in yourself: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/3aebfdf9166a47c9ac53caed4b106e04

04:55 - The University of Michigan beat LSU to make it to the Sweet 16. We were going to talk about it with Fletcher, but he's come down with COVID-19. So instead, we'll have the conversation we recorded before the game covering the Pistons, a proposal to rename Brush Street after Matt Stafford, and what Detroit City FC is up to.

Steve Friess on Whitmer, Local Predictions and Politics Mar 22, 2021

Listener favorite Steve Friess from Hour Detroit is back on the pod! Today, we're talking about:

His big piece on Governor Gretchen Whitmer: https://www.hourdetroit.com/political-topics/the-surreal-life-of-gretchen-whitmer/

Local political predictions, including Detroit Police Chief James Craig's possibly precarious position depending on how the year unfolds: https://www.hourdetroit.com/political-topics/2021-political-predictions-questions-answered-whitmer-duggan-michigan/

And what's happening politically, in general.

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6 Things to know around Metro Detroit Mar 19, 2021

How the concept of "going to work" and the office is changing w/ Ford's Jennifer Kolstad Mar 18, 2021

A big question out there for a lot of people has been as we’re getting vaccinations out and there’s some light at the end of the pandemic tunnel is - how will I return to work? And what will that look like?

Major employers in the area usually set the tone as the benefits and structures they offer influence others. One of those, of course, is Ford. The Dearborn-based automaker announced Wednesday their return to work plans for its office workers.

Remember the concept of hybrid cars?

Well, now, it’s hybrid work models.

More than half of the 86,000 global Ford employees who have not returned in person yet will this summer.

But the office will look different than they left, and where they work will change. It’ll also impact the kinds of buildings and structures Ford uses going forward.

To unpack what that looks like, Jennifer Kolstad, the global design director of Ford Motor Company's built environments, joins me to talk about it.

We're not out of the Coronavirus woods yet w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Mar 17, 2021

Although there has been a loosening of restrictions like dining capacity and gatherings between households, not only is COVID-19 not at bay but we’re experiencing a new outbreak in Metro Detroit.

Statewide, daily cases are increasing and new regional data from COVID ACT NOW shows that we’re near the same spike levels that we saw in the Spring of 2020.

COVIDACTNOW, Screenshot of Metro Detroit data from 3/17/21 This is a problem as although there is some progress with vaccination, we don’t have anywhere close to herd immunity.

Plus, we discuss the report that a large group of people won’t take the vaccine – including nearly half of Trump voters and enough portions of some demographics that it’d prevent group immunity.

Some areas, like Macomb county, are now exceeding 33 cases per 100k per day.What’s driving this and what’s next? Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us. He also talks about ways to build trust when it comes to the vaccine.

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Detroit City FC Tourney Ahead; MSU/U-M Hoops; Pistons Trade w/ Fletcher Sharpe Mar 16, 2021

What's Driving Detroit's Real Estate Prices w/ Eric Walstrom, @Properties Mar 15, 2021

In the last few years, it seems as if prices for property in Detroit and Metro Detroit have gone up. It seems like just yesterday there were stories of houses for a dollar; but now, it's gone pretty far in the other direction, with downtown penthouses listing for $3.2 million, and million-dollar condos in historic hotels.

But why? Well, it turns out Detroit is still affordable for buyers around the nation and, at least according to Eric Walstrom of @properties, an influx of people from around the nation moving to Detroit.

And that's changing the market in Detroit. So we get into the real estate business side of this conversation on this episode.

Your Stay-At-Home St. Paddy's Food Guide; Plus 3 Things To Know Around Town Mar 12, 2021

Meet The Spectacle Society; Plus 3 Stories Around Metro Detroit Mar 11, 2021

Historic Bandshell Saved; State Of The City; Plus 6 Things To Know Around Detroit Mar 10, 2021

On today's show:

00:27 The State of the City address in Detroit was Tuesday night. Let's do a run through of the highlights.

02:26 The bandshell at the Michigan State Fairgrounds will be saved.

03:04 District 7 City Councilmember Gabe Leland was arraigned on a misconduct in office charge.

04:18 40 Hague is accepting residents. The apartment building was designed by Albert Kahn and was a Packard showroom. More on Urbanize: https://urbanize.city/detroit/post/newly-renovated-40-hague-ready-residents-north-end

05:10 The Detroit Bus Company finds a new home on Detroit's west side.

06:15 The city of Livonia is adding social workers to their Police Department. More: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/livonia/2021/03/08/an-incredible-step-forward-livonia-adds-social-workers-police-force/4634468001/

06:56 Restaurant openings and closings - Lager House and Union Street are opening back up; Peso is gone, Toma is coming.

08:14 What's happening around 313 Day around town - that's this Saturday, March 13.

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5 Local Sports Stories w/ Fletcher Sharpe Mar 09, 2021

Fletcher Sharpe (@saintfdw) is here to talk sports:

00:41 Blake Griffin is heading to New York to play for the Nets

04:06 The Detroit Lions are considering trading back up quarterback Chase Daniel

06:34 U of M Men's Basketball clinches the Number 1 seed for the Big Ten tournament

08:16 Michigan State Big Ten Tournament predictions

10:35 Detroit City FC has added another youth league to its roster

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Detroit's vaccination situation; New CDC guidelines and more w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Mar 08, 2021

It's time for a pandemic update with Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Direct Primary Care.

Questions we get into:

The recent flap around COVID-19 vaccines and the city of Detroit. We discuss Moderna, Pfizer and J&J. First the city of Detroit wasn't going to take the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and now they are after the mayor walks back comments and publishes an op ed (read here).

Listener questions about taking the vaccine if pregnant (of course, with all of this, talk to your doctor, this is for education purposes only).

How to process the new CDC guidelines for vaccinated people.

And, Plum Health DPC has a new bi-lingual doctor. Dr. Leslie Rabaut speaks Spanish and English. There are less than 100 primary care doctors serving 650,000+ people in the city of Detroit, and very few speak Spanish.

Plus, a couple things you should know:

District 7 Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland is not running for re-election.

And it's a battle of mortgage behemoths at either end of Woodward: United Wholesale Mortgage has issued an ultimatum for brokers to not work with Rocket Mortgage. We quickly get into it.

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What makes a good Irish Bar? Ferndale gets a drinking district; Cannabusiness + more Mar 05, 2021

On today's show, Jer and Devon run through stories around metro Detroit. Plus, Engineer Randy makes a special appearance.

00:31 - Pandemic update, including a discussion on bars and restaurants reopening to 50%.

06:50 - Cannabis news, including municipalities getting $28,000 per recreational dispensary and a lawsuit that's come up questioning the city of Detroit's "Legacy Detroiter" licensure program. More background to read: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2021/03/03/detroit-recreational-marijuana-shops-licensing-rules-challenged-lawsuit/6898978002/

12:06 - Ferndale is getting drinking districts along 9 Mile on either side of Woodward. Ferndalian Engineer Randy Walker pops up in to share more details and we discuss drinking districts in general.

19:03 - Hygrade Deli is for sale after nearly a half-century of service. More background: https://detourdetroiter.com/southwest-detroit-institution-hygrade-deli-is-up-for-sale/

20:34 - What makes for a good Irish bar? It goes way past some Shamrocks, as well as some favorites around town.

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How do we build a culture of transit in Metro Detroit? Mar 04, 2021

In a previous episode of the podcast, we talked about how metro Detroit’s economy is diversifying.

But the ways we get around town? We’ve been stuck in the same mode for a lifetime. And that’s almost completely being dependent and investing only in the car.

A recent piece in Planetizen talks about how we might, as a region, build a culture of transit. After all, even automakers themselves are embracing ways to get around that aren’t single-person owned vehicles.

And maybe it’s time our policies matched up?

Joining me to talk about it is Dave Gifford. He runs Transit Guide Detroit and is an advocate for transit in southeast Michigan. He’s the author of this piece: https://www.planetizen.com/features/112361-cultivating-culture-transit

Profit numbers show Detroit is also the Mortgage City; Vaccinations expand to 50+; City's plan to deal with firefighters drinking on the job Mar 03, 2021

On today's show, with timestamps:

00:24 Vaccinations expand to Michiganders 50 and older. Pandemic restrictions lift. We run down the gamut from bars and restaurants at now 50% to gyms and venues. Plus, manufacturing workers in Detroit can now get the vaccine. Detroit's public schools are reopening and a snapshot at the region's low positive test rates.

03:37 Detroit's fire department is wrestling with the use of alcohol on the job after a pair of incidents. There's also the beginnings of a new plan from city officials to deal with it.

05:36 Detroit city council has reversed course and approved all the first round of contracts for Proposal N. Even more background if you want to get into it: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/government/detroit-city-council-flips-decision-oks-proposal-n-demolition-contracts-2nd-vote

06:31 Detroit is changing from just being the Motor City to the Mortgage City. As the Detroit three and now the two big mortgage servicers in the region, Rocket Companies and United Wholesale Mortgage are all public - we can now track their profits. And the mortgage industry among these companies in southeast Michigan is more profitable than the auto industry now.

08:01 Livonia has a new Chipotle (thanks for the listener tip!)

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Soccer + Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Mar 02, 2021

Today's topics with timestamps:

00:38 U.S. Soccer Federation repeals former policy barring players from kneeling during anthem, discussion on Seth Jahn and local impact.

05:46 Detroit City FC has some new faces on both the men's and women's teams.

10:32 Former Detroit Red Wing Tod Bertuzzi arrested for a DUI in Auburn Hills.

13:08 Fletcher has a new piece in Hour Detroit about college basketball.

15:25 Whither Michigan State basketball?

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How To Get An eSports Scholarship In Metro Detroit Mar 01, 2021

Detroit Whole Foods Coronavirus Outbreak Plus 9 Stories To Know Around Metro Detroit Feb 26, 2021

Report Shows Metro Detroit's Unequal Pandemic Recovery; Plus 3 Stories To Know Around Town Feb 25, 2021

Should We Pay People To Move To Detroit? Feb 24, 2021

On today's show:

Should we pay people to move to Detroit? Detroit native Monica Williams posed the idea in a recent Detroit Free Press op-ed. We discuss it.

Background reading: https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2021/02/18/detroit-housing-incentives-pandemic/4488055001/

Plus:

The Detroit City Council says no to about half of the proposed demo contracts before them.

And the Robocop statue no longer has a home as the Michigan Science Center isn't doing their grounds improvement project they previously planned. So where should it go?

More in depth at the Metro Times here: https://www.metrotimes.com/detroit/robocop/Content?oid=26514744

Hate Has No Home Here; Pistons & Detroit City FC News w/ Fletcher Sharpe Feb 23, 2021

Show notes:

00:45 The Hate Has No Home Here rally supporting Black Lives Matter happened, in part, outside of Fletcher's front door. We were going to cover this on the show in a different way, but we ended up talking about about what happened in his community plus the bigger picture of a changing Southeast Michigan region as a whole.

10:58 The Detroit Pistons have continued woes as their season struggles.

18:01 Fletcher shouts out fellow UDM alum and a Detroit native, Steve Perry

19:17 The Detroit City FC Women's side is losing a familiar face to an international team

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Previewing The New Portillo's w/ Karen Dybis + Stories To Know Around Town Feb 22, 2021

Our feature conversation is with Karen Dybis talking about the new Portillo's in Sterling Heights. She went to the media preview and spills the details.

Show notes w/ timestamps:

00:30 COVID-19 update. A restaurant and bar association in Macomb County sues seeking damages due to the state-ordered pandemic shutdown. Wayne County has a series of vaccination sites.

02:50 Detroit vs. Everybody is collaborating with Gucci for Gucci vs. Everybody.

03:50 The Art Van name goes back to the founding family of the defunct furniture chain.

04:50 Guy Fieri's ghost kitchen restaurant expands in Metro Detroit

05:30 Karen Dybis joins me to preview the new Portillo's in Sterling Heights. From decor to menu, she's got the details. Follow her on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/karendybis

Or buy her books: http://www.karendybis.com

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Michigan's Growing Cannabis Business; QLINE Leadership Change and More Feb 19, 2021

On your Daily Detroit for Friday, February 19, 2021:

00:37 Michigan's marijuana industry has skyrocketed, with more people employed in the cannabis industry than police; and roughly as many as there are auto mechanics.

03:23 There's new leadership at the QLINE, and it's a familiar face to Daily Detroit listeners. What are the challenges ahead and when will it get back on the rails?

08:01 Fernando Pallazuelo is falling futher behind at the Packard Plant. His plans were sky high from the beginning, but never found enough funding. We discuss this from earlier this week: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate/packard-plant-owner-said-he-would-pay-hundreds-thousands-late-taxes-end-2020-he-hasnt

12:07 Onassis Coney Island in Corktown has closed. What's next? And Corktown changed alot in decade - including becoming less, well, Irish among other things.

14:57 There's a new speakeasy in town called The Shelby

16:44 Restaurant openings have slowed during the pandemic

Local Stories For 2/18/21 - Saarinen House; Man Falls Into Icy Detroit River + More Feb 18, 2021

(ENCORE) Dr. Courtney McCluney: Black Women Entrepreneurs Are Big In Detroit, But Much More Needs To Be Done Feb 17, 2021

Blake Griffin Benched; UM Hoops Success; The Izzone This Year Is In The Basement w/ Fletcher Sharpe Feb 16, 2021

Today, Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk:

00:46 Blake Griffin's benching until the Pistons find a place to trade him or something else.

07:11 Michigan is doing very well in the AP College Basketball rankings, but so is the rest of the Big 10 with three teams in the top five for the first time ever.

10:24 For the first time Fletcher can remember, Michigan State University basketball is in the basement.

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Chevy's New Bolt EUV w/ Eric Trytko + 5 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Feb 15, 2021

A Taste of Sweden in Birmingham; The Ghost Of Flavortown Is Here; Randy's Favorite Podcast App, Overcast Feb 12, 2021

6 Stories To Know Around Metro Detroit Feb 11, 2021

Remembering Mary Wilson Of The Supremes Feb 10, 2021

My mom was in her 20s in the 1960s, and Motown - be it Marvin Gaye, Tammy Terrell, Stevie Wonder or you name it - that was the music she’d have on the radio in the Detroit flower shop where she worked.

When she had me years later, those same songs were installed in my heart as lullabies.

Today’s episode honors founding Supreme Mary Wilson and tells some of her story. Her sudden passing at age 76 in her Henderson, Nevada home stunned Motown fans everywhere.

She died of hypertensive atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease - or, put more simply, high blood pressure caused by artery blockages.

I’m going to focus on the news itself, how Mary Wilson made us feel and her impact.

To help do that, I’m sharing parts of a candid conversation with her recorded by retired label executive Joe Smith in 1987.

It is one recording among many that was donated as a collection by Smith to the Library of Congress, free to use and reuse with credit. There’s a citation link in the show notes and I encourage you to check out this treasure trove of American history.

I also spoke with the knowledgeable Music historian and DJ Dan Austin. He is a founder of the Motor City Soul Club and the turntables he and his friends spin help keep the music alive for all generations to dance to with his Soul Stomp events at the Marble Bar.

Dan Austin's awesome B-Sides and Rarities playlist featuring the Supremes and Mary Wilson: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3nQdWd3a5POhaA0Kt5acPL?si=Y2Gtig-XSUiRPIF_T2lpIw

Interview excerpts: Smith, J. & Wilson, M. (1987) Off the record interview with Mary Wilson, -01-30. [Audio] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/jsmith000157/

Thanks to Joe Smith for making this conversation available to the American people free to use and reuse with proper attribution.

Jefferson East's New Community HQ w/ Josh Elling Feb 09, 2021

Along Jefferson from I-375 to the Grosse Pointe border, one of the organizations that’s undoubtedly making an impact is Jefferson East Inc., or JEI.

It’s not just with flashy projects, but in very personal ways such as helping Detroiters stay in their homes.

The nonprofit covers five neighborhoods with more than 18 square miles of land area and 42,000 people. That’s bigger than many suburbs.

As someone who knows this area decently well, I also know lots of people write off the east side.

At first glance, parts of it have been some of the hardest hit in Detroit.

But whether it’s the beautiful houses of Indian village or Jefferson Chalmers; the canals, the economic development that has slowly but surely been firing up, and of course, the proximity to one of our region’s most important resources, the Detroit river - I wouldn’t sleep on it.

So today is my conversation is with Josh Elling of Jefferson East.

Then, I'll send you out the door with a couple things to know.

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Jeep Skips The UP In Superbowl Ad; Derrick Rose Goes; DCFC Talk w/ Fletcher Sharpe Feb 08, 2021

5 Things To Know Around Town + In-Game Betting Ahead Of The Super Bowl Feb 05, 2021

7 Things To Know In Metro Detroit Feb 04, 2021

Today:

00:23 Contact high school sports can resume under a new MDHSS order.

03:18 Free community college is now available in Michigan for those 25 years or older. Additional background on Metro Detroit's education issues: https://www.detroitchamber.com/soe/

05:57 Demolition may begin as soon as this summer at the Detroit incinerator. More: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2021/02/03/detroit-trash-burning-incinerator-state-regulators-fines-demolition/4370975001/

09:10 Union Street may be no more, but details aren't clear. The building it is in may become a grocery store. Does Midtown need another one? And which should be there? Westborn? Trader Joe's.

13:43 A golf retailer is moving into the old John Varvatos space

15:25 New Order Coffee closed in Midtown, now they've gotten out of the cafe business closing their recently opened Royal Oak spot

18:04 Talking electric vehicles, General Motors and new targets to eliminate tailpipe emissions in light duty vehicles by 2035 and carborn neutral by 2040

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Michigan Central Restoration Update Plus 4 Things To Know In Metro Detroit Feb 03, 2021

On today's show:

00:34 Unemployment is among the highest in the nation in Metro Detroit, only behind Las Vegas

03:24 A new report shows Black Michiganders had worse outcomes with COVID-19. More: https://news.umich.edu/black-michiganders-with-covid-19-suffer-worse-health-socioeconomic-outcomes-than-whites/

05:44 Little High Flyers shutters their brick and mortar shop in Midtown and go online only: https://littlehighflyers.com/

06:46 The Golden Fleece in Greektown got a remodel

09:56 Restoration work is underway at Michigan Central Depot (the massive train station in Corktown). Today's update is on the tens of thousands of square feet of decorative plaster that is being re-created. Austin Giesey from Christman-Brinker joins us.

Restaurant Workers Can Get Vaccines In Detroit; Mama Shu Fights On In Highland Park; Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Feb 02, 2021

Today:

01:02 Vaccines are now available to people who work with food and beverage, including employees at restaurants, grocery stories, meatpacking facilities, and more. Janitors and security guards are all also eligible.

02:25 Reports are swirling that the Suburban Collection, a large auto dealer group, will be bought by a publicly traded company.

03:40 The historic Birmingham 8 has been bought by Emagine.

04:40 Previous guest of the podcast Mama Shu in Highland Park's Avalon Village has suffered a terrible loss. Help support their work: https://gofund.me/68c41eb2

06:26 Fletcher Sharpe breaks down the Matthew Stafford trade to the LA Rams, what the Lions got back include Jared Goff (Goffsling?) and more.

16:09 Then we get into Detroit City FC offseason happenings.

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How To Think About The Stonk Market w/ Professor X Feb 01, 2021

There was a lot of news last week around GameStop, Reddit, Robinhood, hedge funds and more.

But what should people actually do about it? To get some ideas and a reset on what's actually happening, Matthew X. Roling - Professor X of Personal Finance - joins me on the show.

His channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVK2P--Ph7HbCaBKZMychKQ

Benzinga video talking about what actually happened: https://youtu.be/4RS4JIEVyXM

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Tips To Deal With Constant Uncertainty w/ Latasha James Jan 29, 2021

8 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jan 28, 2021

On today's show:

00:25 Detroit's Condo market is oversaturated. We discuss why and the fundamental problem with new construction that's going to make this a hard problem to fix, plus, "Bananapants" rents. Excellent piece with background information on Crain's: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate/nearly-years-worth-supply-sale-downtown-detroits-condo-market-oversaturated

06:33 The city of Detroit is tripling the number of daily vaccinations. Good news.

07:26 We quickly discuss the content of the State of the State address on Wednesday night.

09:53 The St. Patrick's Day Parade and race have been cancelled due to the pandemic.

12:04 Huntington Bank branches are closing as part of the merger with TCF - and a lot of them in Meijer branches.

13:33 Saucy Brew Works is coming to City Modern in Brush Park. The Columbus beer & coffee outfit will be taking a corner spot.

15:09 By listener demand, we talk about the new "Chipotlanes" coming to the Chipotle at the GP/Detroit border on Mack

16:19 Portillos has an opening date in Sterling Heights

Luminarias Brighten Southwest Detroit; How To Support Women Veterans Jan 27, 2021

Today's show is in two parts:

01:08 - Southwest Detroit is lighting up with new Luminarias, providing a beautiful option for dining not only during the pandemic but also afterward. It took a lot of coordination to make it happen. The Southwest Detroit Business Association's Jennifer Gomez joins me. More: https://southwestdetroit.com/

10:53 - Women Veterans are a group that needs support in Detroit, and there's a way to help them and get some breakfast in the process this Saturday. Erica Owens is my guest. Be sure to grab your breakfast bowl Saturday, or get one for someone else: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bowls-on-the-fly-benefit-for-brave-women-veterans-tickets-135959148473

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What Is That Glowing Light Coming From Canada? Jan 26, 2021

On today's show, we cover a few things to know around town.

00:34 There's a pandemic update, including vaccination rates in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.

01:33 A number of well-known Detroit restaurants were cited for allowing indoor dining by the city.

02:00 238 Black Lives Matter protestors had their charges dropped, but the Detroit City Council also authorized $200,000 to fund lawyers for a countersuit against Detroit Will Breathe, who organized the protests.

02:49 There's a new candidate in the race for mayor of Detroit, Anthony Adams. For voter information purposes, here is his campaign website: https://anthonyadamsformayor.com/

03:48 Remember Melissa Carone? She made national news by testifying next to Rudy Giuliani sharing baseless accusations of mass election fraud in the city of Detroit. Well, she announced she's running for the Michigan State House in 2022 in the 46th district as a Republican. That's in northern Oakland County. However, as a note - districts are being redrawn by a non-partisan commission and we'll know who is in what districts in November.

05:28 Our feature conversation is with Brian Allnutt of Planet Detroit. It's around this great article, "Detroit’s midnight sun: How Canadian greenhouses could endanger Detroit River migratory birds." Read more: https://planetdetroit.org/2021/01/detroits-southern-lights-how-canadian-greenhouses-could-endanger-detroit-river-migratory-birds/

Follow Brian on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/AllnuttBrian

Thanks for listening!

U of M's COVID-19 Problems; Campbell In As Lions Coach, Stafford Out As QB w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jan 25, 2021

Fletcher Sharpe is in today and we talk:

00:30 University of Michigan sports are postponed for two weeks due to the new Coronavirus variant and new cases

03:43 High school parents and students frustrated that they can not play close contact sports

11:03 Fletcher's take on the Lion's new head coach Dan Campbell

14:41 Matthew Stafford's time with the Lions is over. So where next? And what next?

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First Look At Coffee Down Under; Detroit Property Values Up; 5 Things To Know In Metro Detroit Jan 22, 2021

On today's show:

00:19 Indoor dining can resume at 25% capacity starting February 1, along with some other things. What are the details? And is it enough to keep restaurants going?

07:49 Detroit property values are rising, with more than a billion dollars in new residential value being created in the last couple years. And it's in almost all of Detroit's neighborhoods.

12:11 The Detroit Lions have a new coach with a press conference that got the attention of fans.

13:38 Dilla's Delights closes. More from the friends of pod at Eater: https://detroit.eater.com/2021/1/14/22230971/dillas-delights-closed-downtown-detroit-doughnut-shop-j-dilla-uncle-herm

15:33 Coffee Down Under opens in downtown Detroit. We check in with the owner of the Australian-inspired espresso joint and get a first look at the space.

19:02 One Eyed Betty's is closing for renovations, but they may have fumbled the announcement. What's in store for the Ferndale eatery?

20:25 Old City Hall park in Dearborn is opening up to residents for comments on improvements. We get some history on one of Metro Detroit's older, more notable buildings.

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Talking Marijuana in Metro Detroit w/ Aric Klar, Quality Roots Jan 21, 2021

Kwame Kilpatrick Will Walk Free; Metro Detroit Road Project Update Jan 20, 2021

Today's show is in two parts:

00:25 First, Kwame Kilpatrick, the former Mayor of Detroit, will be a free man due to a presidential commutation. We'll get into the difference between a pardon and a commutation and why that really matters. Plus, a bit of Detroit history you might not have known.

03:07 Second, Diane Cross from MDOT joins us to break down the upcoming road projects in 2021. This includes work on I-94 and the intersection of Telegraph and 8 Mile, installing a somewhat new thing in Metro Detroit: A double diverging interchange.

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6 Things To Know Around Detroit Plus Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jan 19, 2021

Detroit headlines:

The city of Detroit and surrounding counties are having to slow their COVID-19 vaccine rollout due to supply problems from the Federal government.

Rivian gets $2.65B in investment, while Stellantis unveils their new sign out in Auburn Hills. But with the merger of FCA and Peugeot with their Dutch headquarters, we're really down to just the Detroit 2. Or is it just GM and Ford, without a name?

Online sports betting starts Friday in Michigan, and Detroit casinos are in on the action.

Henry Ford Health System opens their new Birgitte Harris Cancer Pavilion on West Grand Boulevard in the city tomorrow.

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is officially "What's Going On?" day to remember the iconic song and album by Marvin Gaye.

Plus Fletcher Sharpe (http://www.twitter.com/saintfdw) joins us for sports:

Michigan State and Illinois basketball has been postponed due to COVID-19. It's the third game for the program.
Detroit Lions hire Brad Holmes as General Manager
What are the coaching prospects now for the Lions as Saleh is off to the Jets?
Jim Harbaugh shaking things up over at U of M Football
Red Wings honor Marlowe Stoudamire

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How mRNA Vaccines Work Jan 15, 2021

Today is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic locally in Detroit and Southeast Michigan. Considering the situation, we're relatively a national bright spot.

Dr. Paul Thomas joins us to walk through that and explain how the new mRNA vaccines work.

They're a medical breakthrough thanks to years of research that has all kinds of potential beyond today's Coronavirus pandemic.

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The End Of Auto Shows As We Knew Them Plus NACTOY Winners w/ Eric Trytko Jan 14, 2021

Automotive industry expert Eric Trytko - who also creates content as Rumblestrip - joins us to break down the coming changes in Detroit's North American International Auto Show and the marketing world that it lives in today.

We also go through the NACTOY winners, including the Hyundai Elantra, the Ford F-150, and the Mustang Mach-E.

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On Twitter: https://twitter.com/rumblestrip

Timestamps:

01:20 The 2021 North American International Auto Show has been canceled.

03:40 Auto companies are choosing to do individual reveals instead of revealing them at auto shows.

08:56 The auto show we know is now in the rear view mirror.

10:48 Mayor Duggan is trying to plan alternative plans to bring people down to the city, and what could that look like?

12:30 Details on Motor Bella

15:22 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards breakdown

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7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jan 13, 2021

Man about town Devon O'Reilly joins Jer on the show to talk about what's happening around town.

On today's show:

0:32 Former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder to be charged in the Flint water scandal

1:19 Coronavirus update

4:50 The 2021 Auto Show cancelled and a smaller event will take place in Pontiac

9:49 Hot takes on the new GM logo

17:32 Transfiguration school in Detroit’s Banglatown to be renovated into affordable housing

20:10 Bedrock and Emagine Theaters doing a pop up drive in theater in downtown Detroit

23:18 Dearborn igloos and pergolas and a new coffee shop art gallery opens

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Don't Sleep On Detroit City FC; Plus Lions, Pistons, Wolverines w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jan 12, 2021

10 Words That Should Come Back In Style w/ Chris Williams, WSU Word Warriors Jan 11, 2021

On today's show, our feature conversation is about 10 words that should absolutely come back into the conversation as selected by the Word Warriors of Wayne State University.

At 0:53 we start talking about:

Anagapesis Loss of feelings for someone who was formerly loved. They sat in silence in their usual coffee shop, the anagapesis growing as their drinks cooled.

Blatteroon A senseless babbler or boaster. The bartender groaned at the string of nonsense coming from the blatteroon in the corner; he could cut off his drinks, but the man was stone-cold sober.

Brontide A low, muffled sound like distant thunder heard in certain seismic regions, especially along seacoasts and over lakes and thought to be caused by feeble earth tremors. He sat watching the water, his dread enhanced by drone of the brontide.

Dysania The state of finding it hard to get out of bed in the morning. On Mondays, my dysania can cause me to reach for the snooze alarm upward of five times.

Footle Engage in fruitless activity; mess about. He footled around the house aimlessly, ignoring the checklist of chores his wife had left on the fridge.

Maleolent Foul-smelling, odorous. The restaurant was set at the end of the street, likely to shield the community from the maleolent fog that wafted from its kitchen.

Paralian Someone who lives by the sea. He escaped the noise of the city, bought a beach house on the Pacific coast and became a paralian.

Snollygoster A shrewd, unprincipled person, especially a politician. The tone of national politics changed when humble public servants were replaced by power-hungry snollygosters.

Sophronize To imbue with moral principles or self-control. Parents have an obligation to sophronize their children.

Ultracrepidarian Expressing opinions on matters outside the scope of one's knowledge or expertise. Many who haven't had kids are too eager to give ultracrepidarian advice to parents.

Plus:

15:13 The scramble is on to fill the Wayne County Sheriff's seat after Benny Napoleon's death

16:36 And a fictional book featuring Detroit by a local artist is a big step closer to becoming a TV show on ABC starring Keegan-Michael Key.

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Coroanvirus News; Ford, GM, Rivian Updates; Detroit Crime Stats; Post Office Named For Aretha Franklin Jan 08, 2021

On today's show:

:30 We update you on the latest Coronavirus numbers, vaccination news (including how to and who can get a vaccine in Detroit), and businesses fined by MIOSHA

4:57 There are new 2020 Detroit crime stats

6:08 And update to the Detroit City Council Race

7:05 Auto industry news roundup, talking Ford, GM and Rivian

9:11 Fox Creek Post Office will be renamed the Aretha Franklin Post Office Building

WTF Happened in Washington today w/ Steve Friess Jan 07, 2021

We had a completely different show planned today, but the events in Washington D.C. - along with connections to Michigan - cast such a shadow we had to change gears.

To help us figure all of this out and what's next, Steve Friess from Newsweek and Hour Detroit joins us. It's a lively conversation during one of the most important days in the recent history of our republic.

You can follow him on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SteveFriess

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7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jan 05, 2021

It's a busy news day for early January. Here's what we're covering today, with Devon O'Reilly joining Jer for the conversation.

0:25 - Michigan and Metro Detroit coronavirus update

9:33 - Journalist and podcaster ML Elrick joins the Detroit city council race in District 4. More - https://www.facebook.com/1546860892274273/videos/444650476569557

12:54 - Washtenaw County District Attorney is ending cash bail. More: https://twitter.com/EliNSavit/status/1346109476139626498

14:49 - Supino's New Center location opening soon. More: https://www.metrotimes.com/table-and-bar/archives/2020/12/31/supino-pizzerias-new-center-location-is-almost-ready-to-open

15:52 - Sterling Heights to have a mobile food pantry in January. More: https://sterling-heights.net/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1225

17:38 - Eastern Market Brewing Company and Ferndale Project do Après Ski.

20:28 - SMART Bus route 494 expands to Beaumont Troy

Follow Devon O'Reilly: https://twitter.com/devon_oreilly

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College players can get paid in Michigan; Free beer for Lions fans and more w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jan 04, 2021

On today's show, Fletcher Sharpe hops on. We talk about:

The Pistons got their first win of the season against the Celtics.

A round up of Lions coverage: Refs bad calls, is Stafford gone, Matt Prater gets us free beer and might be leaving the Lions, and the team has set up GM/ head coach interviews.

Jim Harbaugh could be extending his stay at U of M until 2026. What does this mean?

And, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs a bill to pave the way for college players to get compensated.

Thanks to our members who keep us going: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

The Real Story of Detroit's Joe Louis Fist Dec 30, 2020

Sometimes the perspective of history can help us understand the world we live in today. This epsiode is a mini-documentary on this history of the "Monument to Joe Louis," the controversial statue at Woodward and Jefferson by Robert Graham - and what it really stands for.

Vaccine Distribution Issues w/ Dr. Paul Thomas; 5 Things To Know Around Detroit Dec 29, 2020

Love's Furniture Closing Some Stores, Free Wi-Fi In Detroit's Cultural Center, Detroit Schools Contracts, Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Dec 28, 2020

On today's show:

Love's Furniture is navigating supply chain issues and closing more stores; soon after they opened them.

Detroit's Cultural Center is getting free public wi-fi and more thanks to a grant. We have details.

Detroit's public schools come to an agreement with unions representing non-teaching positions.

Plus, Fletcher Sharpe stops by to talk Pistons and play time for Blake Griffin and Derrick Rose; The wayward Lions; And a shakeup in national basketball ratings with U of M and MSU.

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Merry Christmas Eve! Around the (virtual) fire Dec 24, 2020

Merry Christmas Eve! Here's a special episode of the podcast around a virtual fire, talking about the year that was and our hopes for 2020. We also include some podcasting advice because apparently, that's a question we get a lot?

This one has Shianne Nocerini, Fletcher Sharpe, Devon O'Reilly, and Randy Walker.

Also, major thanks to our members on Patreon who make this show possible: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Jer hasn't had a weekday off since the beginning of the pandemic, so he's gonna hang out with the studio dogs for Christmas. Hope that you get to spend time with your loved ones, too.

Take care of each other and we'll see you on Monday.

Big Sean And The Pistons, Detroit City FC News, Three Lions Go To Pro Bowl w/ Fletcher Sharpe Dec 23, 2020

Today's show is focused on Detroit sports, on and off the court. Fletcher Sharpe (@SaintFDW) is our guide.

First up, Big Sean is joining the Detroit Pistons as their "Creative Director of Innovation."

Then we get into the predictions for the season - and Fletcher promises a tattoo upon certain conditions.

Then, we get into Detroit City FC now having U23 development involvement and how it could bolster the club going forward.

And finally, we talk about the COVID-stricken Detroit Lions. And should Matthew Stafford keep soldiering on even when he's really hurt and there's nothing of value to play for?

A Plan To Re-Energize The Film Industry In Michigan w/ Brian Kelly, MIFIA Dec 23, 2020

Why We Should Save The Bandshell On The State Fairgrounds Amazon Site Dec 21, 2020

The $400 million worth or so of development happening at the State Fairgrounds site in Detroit with the new amazon distribution center has turned a lot of heads.

The project promises to create as many as 2,000 jobs at the amazon facility; not to mention the developments nearby on the same parcel.

But it’s not without some questions and pushback.

The part we’ll talk about today, since the fairgrounds is a site with generations of history. Should the long-standing buildings like the coliseum and the bandshell be preserved somehow, instead of demolished?

And what about transit connections? A quarter of Detroit households don’t have a car and buses are a way lots of people here get to work.

Our feature conversation raises some questions and gives us some historical context. Dave Gifford is a regional community and transit advocate who also has a passion for music.

He wrote an interesting piece that appeared on medium and in the Metro Times about it that's gotten a lot of traction.

Link: https://www.metrotimes.com/city-slang/archives/2020/12/14/dear-amazon-before-you-bulldoze-more-than-80-years-of-detroit-music-history-please-read-this

And we dive into the question - could this, with some adjustments, be a much better development than it is? And Amazon has a response, too.

Find Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TransitGuideDET also https://twitter.com/DE_Gifford

Then, I’ll share three things to know around town: Including an update on coronavirus relief in Michigan, Marathon is looking to create a green zone near their Detroit refinery, and an update on community benefits money on Detroit’s east side.

Sheriff Napoleon Dies Of COVID-19; Charities Facing Pandemic Problems; Decked Out Detroit Brings Some Cheer To Downtown Dec 18, 2020

U of M, Pistons & Lions w/ Fletcher Sharpe; How Frame in Hazel Park is dealing with the pandemic Dec 17, 2020

Inside the GLWA's new 40 year wastewater plan Dec 16, 2020

Today’s episode is about something you may not have thought about very often.

When a big storm hits, where exactly does all of the wastewater in our region go? And how do we handle it?

It gets attention in the news when basements back up or a freeway is brought to a standstill - but in order to fix it, it requires a plan.

And that’s just what the Great Lakes Water Authority has announced.

A new 40-year plan to help deal with the realities of what’s happening in our region. It has a focus on fixing and improving what we have, as well as improving our water quality. And to make it happen, there’s been a good dose of regional cooperation which is frankly a bit of news for southeast Michigan.

Joining me to talk about it is Suzanne Coffey - she’s the chief planning officer of the GLWA.

Then, I’ll share three things to know around town as StockX raises more money, local restaurants are getting slapped with liquor license suspensions, and a long-time Eastern Market business is expanding - along with improvements on roads nearby.

After many years, this long-dormant corner on Woodward will rise Dec 15, 2020

Queen Lillian and The Platform have teamed up to develop the corner of Woodward and Stimson that has sat dormant for years.

The $60 million Woodward West project will have almost all Detroit-based companies and bring more than 200 apartments to the neighborhood.

Chris Jackson from Queen Lillian joins me to talk about how the project finally came together and what the plans are.

Then, a couple things you should know around town:

The Detroit Regional Chamber has a new survey out that shows wide support for mask mandates and small business help. I dive in a bit.

Plus, some good news as it seems Michigan has avoided the "surge upon a surge" after Thanksgiving with cases continuing to decline. We're not out of the woods yet, but love to highlight some positive news. Also, vaccines are coming and local counties are revealing plans on how they'll be distributed.

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What's next after the pandemic? With Futurist Sheryl Connelly Dec 14, 2020

On today's show, we look to the future. In a post-pandemic world, it's looking like things will not snap back to "normal" that was January of 2020.

In fact, some of the changes could be pretty big.

So I talked about it with Sheryl Connelly. She's Ford Motor Company's head futurist and they just released their Ford Trends report. Here's a link:

Some of the topics we cover in this episode:

Stress and pressures on people due to the pandemic
The desire for people to escape and how they do
A renewed focus on family and friends
Gaps on inequality and inequity
How people buy has changed, accelerating trends already in motion
The rise of personal transportation like bikes and vehicles, where sales have boomed
How personal sustainability trends changed (remember straw shaming? That's not a thing anymore) while companies are focusing on new tech like electric vehicle. This is as a number of people think the pandemic will have a net negative impact on the environment, long-term

Also: TCF and Huntington Banks are merging, we'll have some details; and Coronavirus vaccines are rolling out from Pfizer's facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Talking Detroit's Wicked and Fascinating History w/ Mickey Lyons Dec 11, 2020

Today's fun Friday episode is a chat with Barchaelogist, Author, Historian and Hamtramckan Mickey Lyons.

She's a font of fascinating knowledge from how our most well-known street (Woodward) is named after someone who was brilliant but also incompetent; to the wicked past of some of our leaders; to how everything old is new again with anti-maskers.

Yes, we dealt with all this a century ago.

Also - for our Patreon members, we're giving away a SIGNED copy of Mickey's Book to a random member, Wicked Detroit.

Find Mickey Lyons:

Website: http://prohibitiondetroit.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProhibitDetroit

Wicked Detroit: https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467140027

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Three Thirteen Expands; Shop Local in Ferndale; Detroit Water Shutoff Moratorium & More Dec 10, 2020

Today’s daily show is in three parts.

First, a lightning round of things to know around town. There’s a water shutoff moratorium in Detroit. Coronavirus cases and hospitalizations are thankfully leveling off. And Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is running for re-election.

Then, Clement Fame Brown’s Three Thirteen has been on the Livernois Avenue of Fashion for awhile now. He’s got a new shop opening in Parker’s Alley in downtown Detroit. I catch up with him about the expansion and more.

Plus, we’ll go up the road to Ferndale and talk about Unbox The Holidays, a neat program to help people shop local instead of ordering from Amazon. Lena Stevens from the Ferndale DDA joins us.

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Sports! with Fletcher Sharpe Dec 09, 2020

Lions win! We talk about Coach Bevell and Stafford's solid performance.

Detroit Pistons make moves

The University of Michigan has canceled their game against rival Ohio State due to rising COVID-19 cases. It's the first time they haven't played since 1917; but Fletcher thinks Harbaugh dodged a metaphorical bullet.

MSU, and more.

Follow Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW

Understanding 10,000 Coronavirus Deaths in Michigan w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Dec 08, 2020

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us to help unpack the grim milestone of 10,000 Coronavirus deaths in Michigan.

We cover some of the latest news around the virus, the extended pause from Governor Whitmer, what we can do to improve the situation as well as a listener question.

On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2

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From Detroit Cop To Cannabis Entrepeneur; Plus 3 Things Around Town Dec 07, 2020

How do you make the journey from Detroit cop to cannabis entrepreneur?

Today's feature conversation is with John McLeod of Michigan-based Cloud Cannabis who opens up not just about the business but his path with opioids to get there.

Link: https://cloudcannabis.com/

Then, three things to know around town:

Details on protestors outside of the Secretary of State's Detroit house over the weekend and what all of this action might mean going forward
While leaders in Lansing and Washington can't seem to get much done, financial assistance for those having trouble with their water bills in Metro Detroit expands
And Bucharest Grill expands to the suburbs in Royal Oak with their sixth location

Thanks to John and Emily who joined us at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit and help keep this coverage going.

Merry Boozemas! Get into the holiday spirit with local spirits Dec 04, 2020

On Fridays we try to have some fun, and this is no exception.

Devon, Randy and Jer get together (virtually) to talk about some of our favorite local boozes, spirits and accessories.

Here's a list:

King Cubes: Big Clear Ice Cubes: https://www.kingcubesice.com

Rare American Whiskey from The Oakland: https://app.upserve.com/s/the-oakland-ferndale

Cocktail Cubes from Castalia: https://www.castaliacocktails.com/cocktail-kits

Tiki mugs from Lost River: https://lostrivertiki.com/merch-1/

Water with electrolytes: Kater Wingman https://www.katerwingman.com/

Leisure Soda: Casamara Club: https://www.casamaraclub.com

Detroit City Distillery market and seasonal releases https://www.detroitcitydistillery.com

Sippin Santa https://www.sippinsantapopup.com

at The Skip https://www.theskipdetroit.com

Miracle https://www.miraclepopup.com @ The Oakland http://theoaklandferndale.com

Two James - house made cream liqueur with Johnny smoking gun as its base. Comparable to Bailey’s, but with a hint of smokiness. https://twojames.com

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Ferndale Moves; Chandler Park Skatepark Plans; Local Pandemic Updates Dec 03, 2020

Today’s show is three parts:

The pandemic continues in Michigan and Metro Detroit. There are bunch of stories around that.
Chandler Park on Detroit’s east side is raising money for a new skatepark. We talk with Alex Allen from the Chandler Park Conservancy about what they’re doing: https://www.patronicity.com/project/chandler_park_skate_park#!/
And one of Detroit’s most walkable suburbs, Ferndale, is putting together a new walkability plan. Erin Quetell shares more, with info on a public meeting December 9: https://ferndalemoves.com/news/ferndale-moves-december-9-public-meeting

Support Southwest Detroit Businesses Online; Freighter Stuck; Pandemic News Dec 02, 2020

Today: Our feature conversation focuses on supporting Southwest Detroit businesses with your dollars from the comfort of your own home.

Jennifer Gomez from the Southwest Detroit Business Association joins me to talk about their new site - https://www.shopsouthwestdetroit.com/ - where you can shop in the neighborhood from a number of local places.

Before that, I’ll share the latest local pandemic updates as restaurants lose their legal bid to reopen indoor dining, and tell you about a freighter stuck in the Detroit river.

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Understanding three big General Motors moves w/ Michelle Krebs Dec 01, 2020

General Motors has made some news as of late with three big moves. So to understand it, we turn to expert and AutoTrader analyst Michelle Krebs.

She's one of the voices I trust to figure out what's happening in the auto industry.

First, we go through that GM has withdrawn their support for a Trump suit against California around emissions.

Then, GM's rollout of an all-electric portfolio for new vehicles and just how big of a deal it is.

Finally, the scrapped deal with Nikola. Why that happened and what's next.

For more, you can follow Michelle on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/MichKrebs

Plus three quick things you should know today:

There's a propeller and nautical/aeronautical company moving to Detroit called Sharrow Marine. The city has a long history of boats and working with them, and the head of it is from the area.
A pilot program has been extended with new funding to test sewage from seven local cities to track COVID-19.
And a Michigan State Senate hearing has turned up nothing new with the whacky claims of voter fraud. I followed the hearing too, but really the best summary was from Gongwer's Nick Smith: "We're at the 2 1/2 hour mark and not a single person who has testified has said anything beyond items that have to date been largely disproven in either court or through reporting." That held up throughout the rest of the thing. Follow him here: https://twitter.com/NSmithReports/status/1333829633813467136

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Bye Patricia. What's next for the Lions? Saleh? Bieniemy? Harbaugh? Plus Michigan, MSU and Coronavirus updates Nov 30, 2020

Today's show is in two parts.

First, the latest in local Coronavirus news.

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has started to hint at what's ahead for a massive vaccination program in the city of Detroit - with a target of 5,000 a day.
Southeast Michigan hospitals are filling up fast with COVID-19 patients.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer was $100m she says for residents, a mask mandate and an unemployment extension.
A large restaurant owner wants restrictions to stop, or he says he'll open anyway along with out restauranteurs
Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon has been on a ventilator since Friday with COVID-19

And then the bulk of the show talks sports with Fletcher Sharpe. Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn are out after an embarassing loss Thanksgiving Day. We talk about what's next for the team, Matt Stafford and three different ideas for coaches.

Robert Saleh, with local roots (Dearborn!)
Eric Bieniemy
And because people keep mentioning it since this town is obsessed with him, Jim Harbaugh

Then, Michigan and MSU football and basketball.

Follow Fletcher on Twitter here: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW

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Where to Shop Local in Metro Detroit for the Holidays Nov 25, 2020

It’s no secret that this year has been the pits. With the ongoing pandemic things have been bleak. It’s been especially bleak for all of the small businesses trying to hang on.

Now that the holidays are quickly approaching I have whipped together a list of nearly 50 places to shop small in Metro Detroit for all of your gift giving needs.

Throughout the list, I’m not only going to highlight brick and mortar stores, but also the people who supply the goods that go into the stores. From baby and children’s goods, clothes, food, and housewares this list should have something for everyone.

This should go without saying but if you do decide to head out to the store to do some shopping please wear your mask, keep your distance, and also be nice to these shop owners and employees. It’s hard out there, and a little bit of kindness goes an extra long way nowadays.

And if you have a favorite, local place we should consider, send me an email at shi -at- dailydetroit.com. I’d love to keep adding to this.

Here's the whole list: http://www.dailydetroit.com/2020/11/24/your-ultimate-and-ever-growing-metro-detroit-small-business-holiday-shopping-guide/

Coronavirus & vaccine update w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Nov 24, 2020

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care stops by to talk the latest in vaccine news, a recent study about why some Detroiters are hesitant to take the vaccine (and what that's rooted in), as well as answering listener questions.

Plus: The city of Detroit is looking at a $10 million budget hole and Detroit City Council unanimously approved a recreational marijuana ordinance we previously talked about on the show.

Same Old Lions, Lager is SOL; Pistons trades; U-M, MSU Football & Basketball w/ Fletcher Sharpe Nov 23, 2020

Which Michigan-made Hard Cider reigns supreme? Nov 20, 2020

Considering how much the world is an endless nesting of dumpster fires, we thought we'd do something fun for your Friday.

And support local while we do it.

Today's episode is a Michigan-made hard cider tasting. We took a number of them from across the state and did an on-air, socially-distanced taste test.

All of the ciders were purchased thanks to our supporters, and we received no compensation from brands for this event.

So join Jer, Engineer Randy Walker and Devon O'Reilly for some fun. Special thanks to Shianne Nocerini who was going to be part of this tasting but had to beg off at the last moment; she did, however, edit the show along with Engineer Randy.

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Local Stories, Pistons Draft, Malice At The Palace Memories Nov 19, 2020

It's been feeling like Groundhog Day, so we shook things up a bit.

Today's show features Jer, Shianne Nocerini and Fletcher Sharpe with the latest things to know around town as well as the insanity that's happening around the election right now. As of course, the eyes of the nation are fixed upon us again.

Plus, Fletcher takes us back to his front-row-seat experience at the Malice at the Palace 16 years ago as well as breaks down the Pistons draft picks.

And there's a new Red Panda in town. FYI.

Inside Ford's New Corktown Site Plan; 89X Rocks No More; Riverfront + Metroparks Team Up Nov 18, 2020

Ordering local for your Thanksgiving w/ Eater's Brenna Houck + 5 Things to know around Detroit Nov 17, 2020

Discussed in our feature conversation: https://detroit.eater.com/2020/10/26/21534489/thanksgiving-detroit-ann-arbor-restaurant-bakery-ordering-turkey-dinner-pie

Michigan & Detroit respond to Coronavirus; Plus Pistons trade news & more w/ Fletcher Sharpe Nov 16, 2020

Big plans for Detroit Dog Rescue; Two Platform developments; COVID-19 cases break records again Nov 13, 2020

Michigan sets another record with COVID-19 cases.

A challenge in court that would have stopped certification of Detroit's vote count falls flat on its face because the people challenging didn't even bother to go to the orientation, so didn't know what they're talking about.

The Platform has two different developments going in. One in the city's Techtown/Midtown area, and the other in Old Redford.

The Detroit Dog Rescue is putting together their new space on the west side, complete with doggy maternity suite. Because rescues deserve the love, too.

And Shianne is putting together her annual holiday local shopping list. What are your suggestions?

Also, if you're interested, support us at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

COVID-19 Alarms Sound; City Year Opens New HQ; Building Anti-Racist Soccer Clubs Nov 12, 2020

Voting is over but the absurdity is not. Steve Friess helps us sort it out. Nov 11, 2020

By popular demand, Steve Friess from Newsweek and Hour Detroit returns for a big episode on where we're at in Metro Detroit, Michigan and somewhat nationally with the election.

There isn't evidence of voter fraud in Michigan's election so far. Especially in any sorts of numbers that make a difference. But it's an axe that seems won't stop being ground.

Newsweek article of his we reference near the end: https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-has-70-days-undermine-joe-biden-even-if-he-eventually-concedes-1545783

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Izzo Has COVID-19, New Tigers Pitching Coach And More Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Nov 10, 2020

On today's show, Fletcher Sharpe steps up to the plate to talk about:

MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo's COVID-19 diagnosis

MSU Football

U-M Football

Should you watch other Michigan teams instead?

The wayward Detroit Lions

The Detroit Tigers new pitching coach who is a familiar face to Michiganders

You can follow Fletcher Sharpe on Twitter: @SaintFDW

The Coronavirus Is Still Here. What's Next w/ Dr. Paul Thomas Nov 09, 2020

The Coronavirus pandemic is still here. And it's raging at levels higher than when we were locked down.

With nearly 14,000 cases since Friday and almost 130 deaths - not to mention the rising hospitalization and outbreak numbers - we need to be careful.

What's the situation, what's next, and what are some answers to listener questions? Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us to dive in.

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Detroit's Broken Mortgage Market; 200k+ COVID-19 Cases; GM Earnings Nov 06, 2020

Our feature conversation with Ben Eisen, a Wall Street Journal reporter who has an interesting story focused on Detroit.

"A Broken Mortgage Market Strands Detroit’s Black Residents," dives into the logjam that is buying a house with a loan in Detroit, its causes, and what people are doing to try and improve it.

Plus, the state crossed 200,000 COVID-19 cases and we have a slew of updates from a mask mandate idea being shot down by the incoming Speaker of the State House; U of M is going remote this winter; a new stage 3 vaccine trial happening locally and more.

And, General Motors beat expectations. But don't expect as rosy of a fourth quarter.

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Coronavirus Surges; Michigan's New Digital Privacy Amendment Explained; Count Every Vote Nov 05, 2020

The 2020 Michigan Election Is Being Very 2020 w/ Steve Friess Nov 05, 2020

Today's show is a look into what we know so far around the election with Steve Friess of Newsweek and Hour Detroit.

We try to unpack it using what we know so far. Topics include:

Polling was way off on the local level
The race for president in Michigan was far closer than people expected
Gary Peters and John James were in a very close Senate race
Elissa Slotkin and Haley Stevens hold on
Trump may lose the presidency but he's not going away
Voter priorities are different than what many expected in a pandemic
Recounts don't get you many votes because there isn't mass voter fraud
The reality may be we have 8-12 more years of this divided discord in the country

7 Things To Know Around Detroit (With Pre-Election Updates) Nov 03, 2020

What To Know Around Detroit Plus Sharpe On Local Sports Nov 02, 2020

Coronavirus Update w/Dr. Thomas; A.J. Hinch And The New Motor City Cruise; 5 Michigan Fall Beers Oct 30, 2020

Today’s show is in three acts:

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health Direct Primary Care on why we're back in COVID-19 outbreak status in Michigan and what's next. Dr. Thomas on Twitter: @PlumHealthDPC

Fletcher Sharpe on A.J. Hinch and the new G-league basketball team in town, the Motor City Cruise. They're going to play at Wayne State's new arena. Fletch on Twitter: @SaintFDW

And what to drink this fall? We have 5 Michigan beers to check out with Devon O’Reilly. Beers include: La Parcella (Jolly Pumpkin); Screamin Pumpkin BBA (Griffin Claw); KBS Maple Mackinac Fudge (Founders); Blocktoberfest (Atwater); Fresh By IPA. 10/31 (Stone Brewing).

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COVID-19 Economic Worries Unpacked; Michigan Returns To Outbreak Status Oct 29, 2020

On today’s show: Some pandemic restrictions are put back in place as the virus spreads, deaths rise and COVIDACTNOW lists Michigan as in COVID-19 outbreak status.

A judge has ruled in favor of guns in polling places. But that fight isn’t over yet and in a new poll, Michiganders are clear where they stand.

And our feature today is on the economy. A Coronavirus financial backstop is not coming from the federal government anytime soon, and unemployment is up in the state.

What’s next? And what should you be thinking about the next few months?

Matthew Roling from Wayne State’s Ilitch School of Business and Office of Innovation joins me to go in-depth.

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Detroit's Proposed Marijuana Ordinance Explained, w/ Councilman James Tate Oct 28, 2020

The city of Detroit has been watched closely by those interested and involved in the cannabis industry.

Due to the city’s size and voters overwhelming approval of recreational marijuana - almost 70 percent of residents were behind it in 2018 - The Motor City will almost assuredly become the hub of recreational weed in Michigan.

But the city has taken awhile to draw up local rules, getting a proposed ordinance together just this week.

So what is on the table?

And how does it aim to ensure Detroiters, many of whom were prosecuted through the war on drugs, have a shot at the financial benefits?

My guest to dive in on this is Detroit city councilman James Tate. He represents District One on Detroit’s West Side. He’s been the lead on this citywide project.

After that, I’ll share a couple quick things to know today, as Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Representative Rashida Tlaib are looking into whether the U.S. Census willfully undercounted Detroit; and details the Meijer-owned specialty market going up in the Lafayette Park neighborhood.

Making Streets For People In Detroit; Plus 5 Things To Know Oct 27, 2020

Detroit’s the crucible of the car in America, but the city is trying to make the streets better for the people who live here.

That’s at the heart of a new program focused on those who walk, bike, take transit, or simply want their kids to have a safer neighborhood.

On top of the nice-to-haves, the reality is that 100,000 Detroit residents who are old enough to have drivers licenses do not; and a quarter of households have no access to a car.

Caitlin Malloy-Marcon joins me from the Detroit Department of Public Works to talk about it.

You can find more about what they’re doing here:

Website: http://www.detroitmi.gov/streetsforpeople

Facebook: City of Detroit Department of Public Works

Instagram: @Detroit_DPW

Plus, stories to know around metro Detroit.

Stories Around Town & Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Oct 26, 2020

How A Beautiful Old Hudson's Elevator Came Back To Life Oct 23, 2020

Hudson’s was a name at the center of Detroit life for decades. And their flagship store on Woodward loomed over downtown until it was demolished in 1998.

I remember that day because I worked it for a local TV station. Street after street was covered in dust, and it was a quick, final end to the second largest and tallest department store in the country.

According to HistoricDetroit.org, it was a behemoth. We talked about the height. But the three electric transformers inside could supply enough power for a city of 20,000 people. It had a world record 705 fitting rooms. 200 different departments.

And with a name as locally known as Sanders, Faygo, Vernors or any of the Big Three, Hudson's had the most important thing: the hearts of Detroiters.

This week came some interesting news. Somehow, some way, an ornate elevator from this long-gone structure has popped up on the radar.

And it didn’t just show up, dirty and dusty in a corner of a storage unit. But half a million dollars and a quarter century later, it arrived in all of its grandeur.

Today, we’ll share that story by the man who made it happen, Alex Begin.

More on Hudson's on Historic Detroit: https://historicdetroit.org/buildings/hudsons-department-store

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New Neighborhood Naming Ordinance Proposed; Leaders Call For Health Order Lawsuit Cease Fire; Car Design Exhibit Coming To DIA Oct 22, 2020

On today's show:

COVID cases are surging here in Metro Detroit. And there's no wall around the city, so there's concern there, too.

Yes, the mail has been slower lately according to a new report.

Business, hospital system and university leaders are calling for a cease-fire on lawsuits to try and repeal health orders to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. Basically - they say working together works to slow the spread, and that current orders should be allowed to stand.

The DIA has a new exhibit coming celebrating futurist and iconic car designs.

And Detroit City Council President Pro Tem Mary Sheffield joins me to talk about her proposed neighborhood naming ordinance. What a neighborhood is called has been a point of contention for as long as I remember. This would add an official process.

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Should You Trust The MI COVID Contact Tracing App? Dining Spaces Adapt, But Are They Safe? Plus Amazon Deal Approved Oct 21, 2020

There’s a new MI COVID app for your phone. It’s to help with contact tracing, something that experts say will help contain the spread of the coronavirus.

Is this a good idea? How will this help? Is your privacy at stake?

Plus - more and more restaurants are doing tents and domes for dining as the weather comes. How should you treat them?

Dr. Paul Thomas and technologist Tom Lawrence join me.

Dr. Paul Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlumHealthDPC

Tom Lawrence: https://twitter.com/TomLawrenceTech

Then, some things to know around town:

The sale of much of the State Fairgrounds for an Amazon development is approved - probably sealing the fate of the historic Colosseum and other buildings on the site.

City officials say Detroiters are getting the jobs at the FCA Jefferson East facility

And Ferndale, like many Southeast Michigan communities, is having some issues with lead in their drinking water.

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Roman Mars Helps Us Discover The 99% Invisible City Oct 20, 2020

If you’re a long time listener to this show, you may have caught on that one of the reasons we’re here is a love of places. Specifically our places.

The Detroit tri-county area includes, well, three counties, made up of more than 130 cities, townships and villages.

And yes, even part of a ghost town.

You could zoom in again and see countless neighborhoods and block clubs and associations - all the way down to the street you see out your window.

In these places, there are stories wherever you look. You might find the next time you go on a run, or walk your dog, or notice that one thing over your backyard fence that you never thought about before.

And when you travel, if you keep your eyes open, you’ll see their stories, too. It’s pretty cool.

Now, there’s a field guide for these things to help you on your journey. It’s called the 99% Invisible City, and it’s by Roman Mars.

Who is my guest today.

Grab the book: https://99percentinvisible.org/book/

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What To Know Around Town Plus Sports w/ Fletcher Sharpe Oct 19, 2020

Michigan is seeing more Coronavirus cases and the tri-county area is no exception

The US/Canada border closure is extended through November 21

A couple of Michigan businesses got national media attention:

- The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor was featured in an ad for Democratic candidate Joe Biden. Link: https://youtu.be/SW86jyTsYe4

- Farmington Hills based Five Hour Energy was spoofed by Saturday Night Live. Link: https://youtu.be/OP0H0j4pCOg

The Woodbridge neighborhood in Detroit is getting new housing.

The University of Michigan has been named one of the top film schools in the nation by The Wrap. Link: https://www.thewrap.com/top-film-schools-ranked-2020-afi-usc/

Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle is coming back in early November.

And Fletcher Sharpe breaks down the Lions win and talks about the upcoming MSU and U of M games. Follow him: http://www.twitter.com/SaintFDW

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New Things, Remodeling Things, And Things To Know Oct 16, 2020

Sheefy McFly, Sanford Nelson On The New "Glass Mural" Project Coming To Eastern Market Oct 15, 2020

Eastern Market, to put it bluntly, has gone through a lot of changes recently.

Although many come to it on Saturdays and know it through the public markets, there’s much more to one of Detroit’s historic districts, like food wholesalers, butchers, packers and distributors.

In the last few years, there were shops and restaurants - that although their places were loved, the owners wanted to retire and few were interested in taking over. Some, there was a lot of controversy and attention when they shut their doors.

While Others opened up. Like Eastern Market Brewing Company, Beyond Juicery, and Beas.

A number of businesses needed to find or build modern facilities nearby. The older buildings they were in just didn’t live up to the needs of those companies anymore.

And you might not know that most of the neighborhood’s economic activity and jobs are created by those industrial places.

It’s part of what’s driving this shift in spaces in the market, too.

So what’s next with this Glass Mural project? And what are the visions behind it and some properties in the market? Let’s find out.

My guests are FIRM real estate developer Sanford Nelson and artist Sheefy McFly to talk about a 40,000 square foot, multi-story development project on Russell at Division Street called, “Glass Mural.”

Meet The New Pink Norden Aquavit + 6 Things To Know In Metro Detroit Oct 14, 2020

What to know around Metro Detroit:

We give an update on the latest Coronavirus numbers as cases and hospitalizations continue to trend up;

Share where to get tested for free in Macomb County;

Run down a series of bill the state legislature passed around the pandemic;

Update you on news the U.S. Supreme Court is upholding a directive to stop census counting on October 15 which will impact Detroit and urban areas around the country;

WXYZ-TV has the harrowing tale of a man physically hurt by Taylor police while he wasn't resisting arrest - and then charging him for fleeing when he didn't. As well as all the steps the system missed to right it before now. I just wanted to highlight it that it's out there. Go read the whole thing and watch the bodycam footage: https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/police-chief-calls-for-change-after-officers-say-welcome-to-taylor-during-violent-arrest

The NCAA Sweet 16 and Elite 8 are coming to Detroit

And our feature conversation is with Robyn Cleveland about their new limited-edition Pink Norden Aquavit. We chat about how the company is doing in pandemic times, the inspiration for this special edition and then give it a try.

Part of the proceeds benefit the Pink Fund. There are limited bottles and places to get it. Go here: https://nordenaquavit.com/

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The Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths and What Can Be Done About It? Oct 13, 2020

On today’s podcast – a chat with author Angie Schmitt.

Her book – “Right of way: Race, Class, and the Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths in America” looks at how our built environment – and choices to buy ever-larger vehicles – have led to more inequity and more pedestrian deaths to the point it’s a public health crisis.

Link, use promo code “Schmitt”: https://islandpress.org/books/right-way

We’ll dive in and talk about a change the city of Detroit made to make things far better for those who walk and bike.

But first on your Daily Detroit for Tuesday, October 13th, 2020, Three things to know.

Coronavirus cases seem to have a new, higher baseline; as well as more fatalities Tuesday.
The city of Detroit has a new set of bioretention medians in the Aviation Subdivision. It’s a neat, green way to handle extra rainwater that was backing up into resident basements.
And the city of Sterling Heights is seeing more absentee ballots and registrations, so they’re extending their election center hours.

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Four Of Detroit's Indigenous Names; Coronavirus Outbreak Possible; Headlines Oct 12, 2020

Michigan is now at risk of a Coronavirus outbreak. Dr. Paul Thomas helps us break down why and what’s next for this pivotal week; including why herd immunity - as suggested by some local leaders - would be a very deadly path to go down.

Plus; hundreds of thousands of michiganders could see their records expunged, including those for marijuana offenses
Fines have been issued around the recent land collapse into the Detroit river
A creek in Warren has been cleaned up
A new Buddy’s is opening in Troy

And it’s Indigenous Peoples' Day. So I take you on a little journey talking about Detroit’s names before it was Detroit and some of what's left of that amazing history.

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You Can Be Fired And Lose Your Apartment Because You're Gay In Michigan. But There's Hope. Oct 09, 2020

Whitmer Kidnapping Plot Stopped; Steve Friess Previews Local U.S. House, Senate Races Oct 08, 2020

On today's Daily Detroit:

A plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been stopped, with charges against six men; as well as seven others for a plot to attack the State capitol.

Plus, conservative hoaxers were arraigned for voter intimidation of Detroiters.

And a deep-dive conversation with Steve Friess of Newsweek and Hour Detroit. He’s back to talk to intelligently talk about the prospects of races for two local U.S. House seats (held by Elissa Slotkin and Haley Stephens), as well as the race between Gary Peters and John James.

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AT&T Stops Offering DSL And How It Impacts Michigan; Plus 7 Things To Know Oct 07, 2020

On your Daily Detroit: Technology expert Tom Lawrence joins me to cut through the clutter on a move by AT&T to no longer offer DSL service. It has a pretty big impact here in Michigan as their alternate service - Fiber - isn’t available to most of their homes. And considering everyone’s working from home, schooling from home, it puts a number of communities at a big disadvantage.

Ars Technica story: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2020/10/life-in-atts-slow-lane-millions-left-without-fiber-as-company-kills-dsl/

Link to study: https://cwa-union.org/sites/default/files/20201005attdigitalredlining.pdf

But to get started, I’ll update you on a few stories around town.

We update on COVID numbers.

MLive's story on government bodies not sure if they need to meet in person: https://www.mlive.com/news/2020/10/virtual-meetings-of-local-government-bodies-in-jeopardy-after-supreme-court-ruling.html

Free COVID-19 testing is this weekend in Dearborn Heights.

Teachers in the Detroit Public Schools Community District ratified a new contract with pay raises.

A Muslim woman is suing the Michigan Department of Corrections and the city of Detroit over having to remove her headscarf when being booked.

Two violent incidents in Greektown are concerning:

via WXYZ: https://www.wxyz.com/news/two-people-shot-during-gunfight-in-downtown-detroit-overnight

via Detroit News: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2020/10/07/suspect-arrested-but-police-seek-victim-greektown-pistol-whipping/5910130002/

And out the door fun - are Junior Mints the ultimate Halloween candy in Michigan? And wither the Candy Corn?

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How A Non-Profit Can Develop Detroit Differently Oct 06, 2020

Today’s show is a deep-dive with Sonya Mays. She heads up the non-profit development firm, Develop Detroit.

And I’m going to focus on one word here - non-profit. Which means they need to have a community mission. Because when it comes to Detroit’s nascent comeback, firms that think about more than the bottom line might be something to look at as a model.

This is done in other cities, but is still in the early stages of getting traction here.

And we’ll talk about how the new Detroit Housing For The Future Fund may play into what’s happening on the ground.

Then, we’ll send you out with a couple things to know including the latest on mask mandates, a new law to allow clerks to prep ballots, and the expansion of the University of Detroit Mercy.

DCFC Wins Tourney; Throwback Plates To Help Fund Roads; Patchwork Pandemic Response Oct 05, 2020

A Detroit Vineyards Wine Tasting Oct 03, 2020

Coronavirus Check-In w/ Dr. Paul Thomas; Buses Stay Put; The Census Matters Oct 02, 2020

In the wake of the President being diagnosed with COVID-19, we talk to Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health Direct Primary Care about the situation and what's happening here.

Specifically, due to the incubation period of the virus, presidential candidate Vice President Joe Biden is not out of the woods for awhile yet. Plus, the Lions will not have fans at the stadium; and Michigan's cases are rising. This was recorded before word came that the Upper Peninsula of Michigan is rolling back to stage 4.

Plus: 85,000 or so Detroit bus riders were left without transportation today as there was a work stoppage around safety concerns on DDOT coaches.

And finally, the U.S. Census matters, and in Detroit it's a full-court press to get people counted. Victoria Kovari from the city of Detroit joins us to talk about the low response rate, how it's calculated, and where in the coming weeks the city will be focusing their efforts. Census numbers impact not only representation in the legislature but funding and business planning.

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Conservative Ideas For Dealing With Climate Change; DCFC Makes Finals; Stories Around Town Oct 01, 2020

The Jewish News Goes Non-Profit Plus 8 Things To Know Around Detroit Sep 30, 2020

Oak & Reel First Look Plus 4 Local Stories To Know Sep 29, 2020

On today’s show:

COVID-19 Updates
Chrysler is paying $9.5 million in additional fines to the SEC
Macomb County gets $12.5 million in settlement money over the giant sewer collapse in Fraser back in 2016
The Detroit Housing Fund for the Future kicks off to make more housing that’s affordable for middle and low income possible in the city of Detroit

Plus, our feature conversation at 6m30s: Oak & Reel — a new seafood and pasta restaurant in the Milwaukee Junction neighborhood — just opened a few weeks ago and Engineer Randy visited the place to provide a preview for our listeners and chat with Chef Jared Gadbaw.

Website: https://www.oakandreel.com/

There are some pictures from the visit on our website: http://www.dailydetroit.com/2020/09/29/first-look-at-oak-and-reel-plus-things-to-know-in-detroit/

8 Things To Know Around Detroit Plus Detroit City FC Updates w/ Fletcher Sharpe Sep 28, 2020

Helping The Unbanked In Detroit; DCFC/Stars Tournament Talk; Thanksgiving Parade Will Be TV Only Sep 25, 2020

The city of Detroit – as well as cities across the nation – has an issue with residents not having bank accounts. A study by prosperity now says that almost 20% – or one in five Detroiters – do not have a bank account.

So they’re paying much higher fees at liquor stores and other places to get access to their money.

To help residents, especially young adults, get started off on the right foot, Jason Rivers joins me to talk about a new program.

Then, we check in with Fletcher Sharpe about the latest in fall tournament action with Detroit City Fc, the Michigan Stars, and looks ahead to the weekend of play.

And finally, a Detroit tradition is back, but on television only.

Unpacking United Shore / UWMC Going Public, SPACs And The Local Impact Sep 24, 2020

Today's show focuses on a second big company in metro detroit going public.

You know them as United Shore, but as this show is being published the giant letters on their Pontiac headquarters are coming down for their new name, United Wholesale Mortgage.

The merger deal that will put the lending giant on the NASDAQ will peg the company’s value initially at about $16 billion dollars.

And although metro Detroit is known for cars, students of regional history may know that we’re also the cradle of the consumer finance industry.

From auto loans to help make cars more accessible to store credit at places of yesterday like Hudsons, consumer credit powers America’s economy and a lot of it started right here.

So to navigate the waters of this deal, I’m going to chat with Matthew Rolling. He has a career with experience in accounting firms, an automaker, and yes, full disclosure, worked for a time for Rock Ventures at one point - although that’s a couple of positions ago. Rolling is the executive director at Wayne State’s Office of Business Innovation, as well as an adjunct finance professor at the university.

Black Women Entrepreneurs Are Big In Detroit, But Much More Needs To Be Done Sep 23, 2020

Black women entrepreneurs are the fastest growing group of business owners in the nation, but they’re also starting with the least amount of capital.

That’s especially important in a city like Detroit that is about 80% black, although our entrepreneurial sector - especially those who get venture funding - does not reflect that.

This conversation with Dr. Courtney McCluney, assistant professor at the School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University was recorded a few days ago, but to me is especially poignant to share now in light of a recent article in MLive featuring a 19-year old entrepreneur.

Who is a University of Michigan student.

Who said they started their million dollar firm, Zuplift, from nothing two years ago.

It seems at first like the typical young guy business success story we’ve read a thousand times.

But that entrepreneur is AJ Gilbert, the 19-year-old son of one of America’s richest men, Dan Gilbert.

And here’s the passage that is full of usually ignored business speak that caught the ire of many of my neighbors in Detroit, attributed to AJ.

"We started it from nothing...It took a lot of hard work but we’re passionate about putting our customer first."

I’d note here that their biggest client, according to the article, is Quicken Loans. As you probably know, his dad, the aforementioned billionaire, founded that.

Now I’m not one to discount hard work. Or that it’s a challenge.

But privilege, I think, isn’t about that.

It is the awareness you’re starting ahead of others. That the playing field in this society is not level. And stat after stat, and life experience after life experience for people of color, shows that it’s not.

In short, we as a community and a country have work to do. And there are people and organizations, locally, who are making an effort to change things in the entrepreneurial space.

Dr. McCluney is in the middle of work on a multi-year study on the topic of Black Women Entrepreneurs in Detroit.

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Coronavirus Updates w/ Dr. Paul Thomas; Detroit Auto Show Moves To Fall; DCFC/Michigan Stars News Sep 22, 2020

Dr. Paul Thomas is back to talk Coronavirus and gives more details on the Big Tens’s testing plans and why he has reservations; plus more on Michigan's statewide situation with COVID-19.

Next, the North American International Auto Show has been moved again. Autoblog editor in chief Greg Migliore has more on why and what to expect.

And finally, as it is fall tournament season, Fletcher Sharpe updates us on Detroit City FC, the Michigan Stars, and a way to watch the matches on your TV for free.

Detroit Podcast Festival Returns; Detroit City FC Tournament Preview, Gardenhire Retires Sep 21, 2020

Today, two things. Well, more than two. But we're talking to two people.

First, Erin Allen from the Detroit Podcast Festival joins me to preview that event, highlighting creators and sharing knowledge right here in the Motor City.

More: http://www.detroitpodcastfest.com

Then, the big fall NISA soccer tournament starts tonight. Fletcher sharpe breaks down what’s ahead for Detroit city FC this week vs. the Michigan Stars and Oakland Roots, as well as weighs in on the retirement of Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire.

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Michelle Obama + The Lip Bar Work To Get Out The Vote; Tip Toe Shoe Repair Burns; TEDxDetroit Sep 18, 2020

Today’s show is in three parts.

First, some updates around town.

We've lost Tip Toe Shoe Repair for now due to a fire, but Lafayette Coney Island kept serving. The Free Press building as new life as apartments. And construction has begun on the new Baker college building in downtown Royal Oak.

Then, former first lady Michelle Obama is collaborating with a Detroit native and founder of The Lip Bar, Melissa Butler. Their goal? To increase voter registration, get voters to the polls, and change the culture around voting. Melissa joins me to talk about it.

And, Janet Tyler from TEDxDetroit previews the virtual event September 30 that is focused on ideas worth spreading. And, it’s free.

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A New Chapter For Opera In Detroit w/ Yuval Sharon Sep 17, 2020

Since the 1960s, the Michigan Opera Theater has been serving metro Detroit, bringing not only impressive productions of opera, but music and dance to the Motor City.

Recently, they have hired a new artistic director, Yuval Sharon.

He has a fresh take on what can be done both inside and outside of the performance hall walls.

So for your Daily Detroit on Thursday, September 17th, 2020, we talk about the present and future of this Detroit institution, being mindful of the number of challenges and opportunities of today.

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More Speed Bumps, Detroit Vegan Soul Reopening; BIG10 Returns, DCFC Roster Changes Sep 16, 2020

Kirsten Ussery from Detroit Vegan Soul and Vittoria Katanski of Hatch Detroit join us to talk about the reopening of the restaurant’s east side location and what the non-profit Hatch is up to considering there’s not a contest this year.

Then, Fletcher Sharpe gives us the inside line on roster changes ahead of the fall tournament for Detroit City FC, and we talk about Big Ten football making the decision to play.

But first, there will be more bumps in the road ahead for the City of Detroit. But these bumps will be welcomed by many residents, as they are speed cushions on residential streets.

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How Switching To Electric Cars Would Help Our Air; What Do Metro Detroiters Think About Talking Politics At Work? Plus Stories Around Town Sep 15, 2020

On today's show:

Latest COVID-19 numbers around the state
The city of Detroit's budget is going to be balanced, but there have been some cuts and rainy day fund usage. Also, bonds are being sold for improvements.
Dan Gilbert's Bedrock has bought the former Sakthi Automotive campus in Detroit. We have details.
Home values in Oakland and Macomb counties are way up over the last five years, far above statewide averages. Wayne is too, but pacing below the state's pace.
Amazon is hiring thousands in Michigan, starting at $15 an hour.

Then, a couple of conversations.

With wildfires and air quality in the news, the American Lung Association has a new report out that talks about the impact on the local air of switching to electric cars.

You might not realize it because we’re not as smoggy as some cities, but our air pollution situation in metro Detroit isn’t good, and a big part of that is all the vehicles we drive. Ken Fletcher from the ALA has more.

Then, in these divisive times, how does one navigate political conversations at work? Should you even engage? Trisha Plovie from Robert Half joins me for some tips and localized statistics on how metro Detroiters feel about the subject.

Detroit's Pizzas Place Well Nationally; NISA Tournament Coming To Town, Sad Lions And More Sep 14, 2020

There’s new COVID-19 numbers and reporting, including in schools and universities, with the area around Michigan State in a “crisis” situation.

A co-founder of the Detroit tech darling StockX has left the company as it ramps up to possibly go public.

Four Detroit area pizza joints make it into the top in the country.

And then Fletcher Sharpe joins Jer to talk Lions and Detroit City FC news.

The NISA fall tournament featuring Detroit City FC and the MichiganSstars will be hosted right here in town. He has what we know so far.

So from the tree-lined North End this is your Daily Detroit.

Warren News That's An Echo Of Metro Detroit's History; Pumachug in Clawson First Look; Plus Stories To Know Sep 11, 2020

We have an update on rising COVID-19 cases and positive test percentages.

A Warren family is dealing with dangerous racism and it has echoes I’ll share to our region’s past.

The beat goes on at the Detroit Institute of Music Education as they’ve found a new degree partner.

Barter in Hamtramck is temporarily closing until indoor bar service legally resumes, and Beyond Juicery + Eatery in Milford is opening.

Then Engineer Randy Walker talks about Pumachug, the hot new thing in downtown Clawson.

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Drive-In Eats In Metro Detroit; DCFC, Tigers and Lions, Oh My!; Turkey Stearnes Field Sep 10, 2020

On today's show:

Karen Dybis talks about drive-in eats around town and in Michigan. We talk about Daly Drive-In; Clydes; Grand Diner, A&W and more. Here's the full piece on drive-in-restaurants.

Fletcher Sharpe talks Detroit City FC's 0-0 draw with the New York Cosmos and the playoff chances of the team. Also, the Tigers are Tigering and the Lions have a new pickup in Adrian Peterson.

Also, things to know around town:

Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric J. Smith pleads guilty

I-94 is gonna be a mess this weekend between I-696 and I-75

And the legendary Detroit Stars player Norman "Turkey" Stearnes is honored with the field the Hall of Famer played on being named after him in Hamtramck.

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Here's What We Really Need To Be Focusing On With Election Security Sep 09, 2020

On today’s show, we dive into election security. And not what the rhetoric in the public focuses on. It turns out the things we actually need to worry about aren’t the ones getting the most press.

Our guest is Hour Detroit’s News and Features Editor Steve Friess, talking about that and his most recent piece focusing on the challenges and the places where we should be optimistic here in Michigan. Link: https://www.hourdetroit.com/community/is-voting-secure-in-michigan-cybersecurity-expert-alex-halderman-cautiously-optimistic/

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But first, a couple things to know around town.

-Detroit Institute of Bagels is bageling no more. Eater Detroit: https://detroit.eater.com/2020/9/9/21429001/detroit-institute-of-bagels-closed-restaurant-property-for-sale-corktown-pandemic

-The Michigan Opera Theater has a new Creative Director and a really cool performance coming up, out of their garage.

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Lavish Box, DCFC Update, Plus 5 Things To Know Around Detroit Sep 08, 2020

On your daily detroit:

When it comes to getting customers, what is old is new again.

The vending machine returns but this time a bit fancier and with beauty supplies.

I talk with lavish box founder Leslie Williams about her creation that’s open for business in the New Center.

And Detroit City FC is nearing the end of their regular season. Fletcher sharpe fills us in on New Amsterdam FC, a new player acquisition and the upcoming New York Cosmos match.

But first, what to know around metro Detroit on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

- Latest COVID-19 updates

- Prepare for "election week," not "election day"

- GM isn't returning until the end of June, in 2021. So yeah.

- There have been 100 days of protests. There's been an injunction on the DPD, and Chief James Craig says "it changes nothing. Also: Yes, I live in the city. I feel safe. Please. Suburban friends. Stop calling me about it. It's fine.

- GM is taking an 11% share of electric and hydrogen car designer Nikola

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A Backyard Charcuterie Tasting With Mongers' Provisions Zach Berg Sep 04, 2020

Here's something fun for your Friday.

There are some great local businesses who have pivoted through the pandemic. One of them is Mongers Provisions, with stores in Detroit and Ferndale.

https://mongersprovisions.com/

When retail traffic slowed, they adapted and started doing virtual tastings of their cheeses, charcuterie and chocolate on Zoom. And honestly, it’s become a thing.

You can bring a charming cheesemonger right to your backyard, while enjoying a box of delectable goodies.

So ready your tastebuds as Sven Gustafson and Engineer Randy Walker did one for us in the socially-distanced backyard of the North End studios with Zach Berg, their founder and co-owner.

We’re publishing this on September 4th, 2020.

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Mark Hackel Opposes Big Gretch On COVID, A New Jeep SUV & A New Series Tackles Food Waste Sep 03, 2020

Gym rats, rejoice? In a much-anticipated announcement, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says gyms and fitness facilities can now officially reopen, if they require everyone to wear face masks. So, yay?

Speaking of Big Gretch, one fellow Democrat who isn’t likely to end up on her Christmas card list this year is Mark Hackel, the Macomb County executive. Crain’s reports he’s backing “Unlock Michigan,” the petition drive aimed at stripping the guv of her powers to declare a statewide emergency, a la the stay-at-home order and other orders keeping certain classes of businesses closed. Macomb County is the only county listed as having accelerated spread over the last seven days in the tri-county or 10-county southeast Michigan region, according to globalepidemics.org from the Harvard Global Health Institute.

In other news, we discuss the new Jeep Grand Wagoneer three-row SUV revealed on Thursday. (tl;dr version: IT’S BIG.)

Quicken Loans made eleventy-bajillion dollars in its first quarterly earnings report to Wall Street since going public. The Detroit Police Department has unfurled a slew of new guidelines addressing the use of force, a hot topic during this horrible, nightmarish year, with a new phone number to report feedback and complaints about police encounters: 313-596-2499.

Finally, I interview Danielle Todd, from Make Food Not Waste, about this month’s series of virtual events with local chefs exploring the issue of how to avoid food waste.

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5 Things To Know Around Detroit Plus Eater Detroit's Brenna Houck Sep 02, 2020

On today’s show: Headlines around town including more information on Ford's job cuts, a mystery hearse pulled out of the Detroit river, how Detroit’s stadiums are providing space to help with elections, and Dutch Girl Donuts will reopen.

Then, Brenna Houck from Eater Detroit joins us to talk about the state’s new covid outbreak tracking data and the prospects of restaurants and bars going forward. More: https://detroit.eater.com/21408549/michigan-covid-19-outbreak-reporting-data-industry-setting-restaurants-bars-agriculture-food

COVID ‘Motoring Along At A Level Of Suck’ In Michigan, Ford Layoffs & Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum Sep 01, 2020

Rumors are swirling that high-school football could once again be on this fall, now that the Michigan High School Athletic Association has said they’ll follow other states’ examples if Gov. Gretchen Whitmer amends an executive order. Plus, President Trump said he spoke with the B1G commissioner about “immediately” starting the fall football season, because a) of course he did and b) there’s nothing else really going on right now that’s worthy of the attention of the president of the United States.

FOOTBALL!

Also, gyms and movie theaters are rumored to get a reprieve and could reopen, though state health officials are staying mum on the topic. All this as COVID-19 cases plateau, “motoring along at a level of suck” in Michigan, as Jer put it.

Also on today’s show:

Ford may be getting ready to cut 1,000 North American white-collar jobs
Ford and GM are officially out of the coronavirus ventilator manufacturing game
We discuss Michigan’s chances of getting a stake in the U.S. Space Force game
And Jer speaks with Jeremy Yagoda, owner of Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum in Farmington Hills, about their GoFundMe effort to survive the pandemic

Good times!

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5 Stories To Know Plus COVID-19 Economic Impact To Last Far Beyond Summer Aug 31, 2020

On today’s show:

A Coronavirus update

MGM Grand Detroit is laying off 40% of its workforce

Protestors are suing the city of Detroit, and the city plans to sue them back

Detroit schools have reached a deal between teachers and their administration

And Oakland County parks are looking for an expanded millage in November. More here: https://www.candgnews.com/news/oakland-county-seeks-to-renew-increase-millage-for-parks-118483

Plus, it looks like we’re in for not a V-shaped, but a more prolonged economic recovery from the impacts of Coronavirus. Short term, we have some “choppy waters.”

Dr. Robert Dye from Comerica Bank joins me to talk about the latest results of their Michigan Economic Index and what’s ahead for the state.

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100,000 And Zero Aug 28, 2020

Today's show is in two parts.

First: 100,000. The state of Michigan now has crossed an infamous milestone: 100,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Health puts this is in perspective and talks about what's next.

You can follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlumHealthDPC

Second, Zero. Zero is the patience left in many communities around the nation when it comes to repeated acts of injustice and police brutality. Fletcher Sharpe talks about it, Detroit City FC, and the impact on sports and relationships.

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Behind The New Mural Coming To Chroma, Misinformation In Robocalls And Development News Aug 27, 2020

On your Daily Detroit:

A new Robocall is spreading lies about mail-in voting to Detroiters.

Several real estate developments are pressing ahead in Detroit.

There’s a huge new mural to be installed on the side of a very visible building in Detroit. I talk with the artist, Sydney G. James, about the art and message that’s in store for Chroma.

And, the Piet Oudolf Garden on Belle Isle will make some very visible progress this week.

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Clearcover Hiring 300+, Nextdoor Lawsuit In Bloomfield Township Update Plus COVID Testing Guidance Changes Aug 26, 2020

Happy Hump Day, Detroit. It’s been another depressingly large lump of confirmed positive coronavirus cases here in Michigan, on the same day reports say the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have changed their recommendations for asymptomatic people who’ve been in contact with infected people. The agency’s new recommendations read as follows:

“If you have been in close contact (within 6 feet) of a person with a COVID-19 infection for at least 15 minutes but do not have symptoms, you do not necessarily need a test unless you are a vulnerable individual or your health care provider or State or local public health officials recommend you take one.”

We discuss the ramifications of having our top federal health agency being subjected to political pressures.

But have no fear! Macomb County may be a hotbed of infections at present, but they’re sponsoring the #MaskUpMacomb initiative, along with a poster contest awarding $500. More info is at theartcenter.org.

Also, a bunch of Michigan businesses have bankrolled a new public awareness campaign called “Rona 4 Real.” It targets the under-30 set, a demographic that has seen a spike in infections lately, and figures to spike more with the start of college classes in many cities across the state.

Then, two interviews:

Heidi Craun from Clearcover, a digital auto insurer that’s opening a new Detroit office and hiring more than 300 And Tiffany Esshaki of the Birmingham-Bloomfield Eagle on the lawsuit against social networking site Nextdoor

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It's OK To Not Be OK; Plus Your Local Stories Aug 25, 2020

On your Daily Detroit, we spend a few minutes updating you on what’s happening around town.

Your local Coronavirus updates
The Detroit Lions cancel practice to raise awareness about Jacob Blake and police brutality
A Detroit pizza brand takes the top of the pandemic charts
How to get 84 cent hamburgers at a Michigan restaurant chain
Part of the Lodge is renamed after the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin

Then, a conversation with Dr. James Zender.

This whole pandemic thing has made people anxious and worried so I figured it’d be great to talk to a psychologist with some tips to help all of us get through and recognize the signs that we might need some help.

It’s an important listen to make sure you do some self-care during all of this.

Here are some resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org 1 (800) 273-8255

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration https://www.samhsa.gov 1 (877) 726-4727

Disaster Distress Hotline https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline 1 (800) 985-5990

Here's a link to Dr. Zender's work: https://drjameszender.com/

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Should Investigations Be Independent Of The Police Department? Dan Gilbert Gets Richer Plus DCFC Goes Goalless Aug 24, 2020

Protests have continued to take place in Detroit, but early Sunday, things got ugly downtown. There, police in riot gear took an aggressive tack against marchers from Detroit Will Breathe who had shut down Woodward Avenue to traffic, shoving protesters and clubbing others who had their backs turned and were walking away. Tear gas and pepper spray were also used.

Police Chief James Craig said Monday there was no way he would allow what he called a “Seattle-type zone of lawlessness” in Detroit and defended the actions of officers. Still, others say the crackdown on peaceful protesters went way beyond the pale. State Sen. Stephanie Chang, a Detroit Democrat, joins us to discuss why she thinks an independent investigation is needed.

In other news, United Shore is among three Detroit-area employers fined last week for violating COVID-19 safety protocols with employees. The state says the company held meetings with more than 120 people seated less than 6 feet apart, with no face masks required.

Dan Gilbert is now the 15th richest man in the world, per Forbes
Kim Gibbs, a former member of the Royal Oak City Commission who made headlines after attending an anti-lockdown protest in Lansing in April and being cited for shoplifting in May, died two weeks after being found unconscious in her home
And Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk about Detroit City FC’s scoreless draw over the weekend with the Michigan Stars

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The Skinny On Labor Day Festivals & Fanless Lions Games, Plus A Remembrance Of Honest John Thompson Aug 21, 2020

Welcome to Friday, comrades. On today’s show, we air an overdue remembrance and tribute to John Thompson, a quintessential Detroiter and giant of a human being who was the original owner of legendary watering hole Honest?John’s. (Close observers will note that Thompson passed away last months and we are late to the game. That’s true. This segment got lost in the shuffle, and we’re a small and often overburdened team. But we still felt strongly that we needed to eulogize him.)

Colleges To Track Students With Faulty Software To Stem COVID Plus A $600M Flint Water Crisis Settlement Aug 20, 2020

On today’s show, Tom Lawrence, Daily Detroit’s resident Downriver Tech Guru and principal of Lawrence Systems, joins Jer to talk about some controversial location-tracking software being used by some local colleges as part of coronavirus safeguards. Tom’s always a good listen.

Also, the state on Thursday announced a $600 million settlement for civil litigation stemming from the Flint Water Crisis. Most of the money is targeted for minors who were at the most risk from lead contamination. We discuss.

And as always, we bring you the latest COVID-19 numbers from the state, and we discuss a new order in Washtenaw County designed to try and curb large public gatherings by college students. Good luck with that!

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The Perils Of Coronavirus College, Bollinger Motors Moves To Oak Park & Amazon Is Hiring Aug 19, 2020

Happy Hump Day. Today, Jer speaks with Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health Direct Primary Care all about Michigan State University’s announcement that it’s going 100% virtual instruction this fall and encouraging students to stay home and not move into dorms. It got me thinking about the Twitter thread below, about the difficulties universities face in opting to pull the plug on in-person instruction this fall.

Also today, the city of Detroit plans a big memorial day Aug. 31 on Belle Isle to honor the nearly 1,500 residents who died from COVID-19. We offer some sharp words for those who continue to brush off the pandemic as some kind of hoax.

Elsewhere, we discuss Bollinger Motors’ move from Ferndale to Oak Park. They’re the local electric vehicle startup that isn’t named Rivian, with two battery-electric off-road vehicles in the works. They’re also hiring engineers. Email careers@bollingermotors.com.

Also:

New affordable housing is coming to Milwaukee Junction in Detroit.
Ferndale is starting its new citywide mobility plan. Find an interactive map, the Ferndale Moves! website or contact them with your suggestions.
Amazon is hiring 100 people in Detroit at an average salary of $150,000: amazon.jobs.
An old pipe organ from the long-demolished Hollywood Theater in Detroit is getting restored.

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How Parents Can Stay Sane When The School Year Starts From Home, With Coach Karen Liska Evans Aug 18, 2020

School’s about to be back in session, and for many students, the new school year begins from home. That’s frankly stressing the hell out of many parents, who must contend with supervising their children’s online learning while continuing their own efforts to work from home and manage daily household matters.

So to get some ideas on how to cope, we hit up Karen Liska Evans, a friend of the pod and coach who’s literally writing a book on working from home with kids. She offers some great tips for how to stay sane.

Also, we add a few headlines you should know from around town:

The latest COVID-19 numbers from the state of Michigan
Newly uncovered wiretap recordings between indicted Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland and businessman Bob Carmack, courtesy of the Freep (paywall)
Influential Detroit developer Eric Means has died at age 48
And we uncover the reason why the Hamtramck Post Office was closed last week

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The New School Year Looms, Detroit City FC And OMG Belarus! Aug 17, 2020

Back from the rolling Pennsylvania highlands, I join Jer again in our daily Starsky and Hutch routine to run down what’s happening around town. So what’s happening around town, you ask?

Well, Macomb County is now driving the bus on coronavirus infections in metro Detroit, yay? The Legislature has approved bills tying funding to public schools’ coronavirus efforts, parents in Livonia are protesting against virtual instruction for their kids’ school, the MAGA Cruise on Saturday may have spread more COVID-19, and the city of Detroit’s moratorium against evictions ended on Saturday. Good times.

Also:

New protected bike lanes in Rouge Park are nearing completion
Ferndale residents are complaining about getting hit with huge increases in their water bills after new meters were installed
Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk Detroit City FC’s loss last weekend to Chattanooga FC in its fall season home opener
And we discuss what’s happening in Belarus, as the government there has cracked down fiercely against protesters following a disputed presidential election. As a reminder, I we did a whole episode based on my visit to the beleaguered former Soviet country. You should totally listen to it for added context about what’s happening there now.

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How To Vote (And Become A Poll Worker) In 2020 Aug 14, 2020

Today on your Daily Detroit, we talk about voting. How to make your voice heard in the context of an election during a pandemic, while dealing with a shaky-at-best, defunded postal service.

Plus how to put your shoulder to the wheel as a poll worker to help make democracy go with Laura Khalil. She’s someone who has been a poll worker themself so has gone through the process.

Here's a link to the map to find your ballot drop-off box in Michigan: https://datastudio.google.com/u/0/reporting/4a9e9f9e-0eb2-47bf-ba2e-b4900ea7f41c/page/WI5bB

Missy and Mel's Salsa Tasting Plus Metro Detroit News Aug 13, 2020

On today’s Daily Detroit:

We gotta catch up on what’s happening with Coronavirus in the state. There’s a few stories, including a case spike.

Plus, planning on an autonomous vehicle corridor from Detroit to Ann Arbor is moving forward.

Royal Oak is banning gay conversion therapy. More: https://www.dailytribune.com/news/local/royal-oak-latest-city-to-ban-gay-conversion-therapy/article_6d6b0e5c-dcad-11ea-9a55-f3355ee17458.html

And local pizza chains Buddy’s and Domino’s are hiring like crazy in the pandemic. I’ll tell you how to get in on the action.

Plus, there’s a new Salsa in town from the Aronson family, famous for their salsa. Now that a non-compete clause has expired, a pair of stepbrothers who are the children of the founders and former owners of Garden Fresh Gourmet are stepping up to the plate with a new brand, Missy and Mel’s. We give it a socially distanced taste test right here in the North End.

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Hug Detroit Day Plus 5 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Aug 12, 2020

A lawsuit seeks to end sales taxes on tampons and feminine products in Michigan. More: https://19thnews.org/2020/08/michigans-tampon-tax-challenged-lawsuit/

People have lost their jobs over the fallout from the phallic cake incident in Macomb County. Will the Coroner be next? A new report asks big questions about the campaign spending of the Wayne County Sheriff. More: https://www.metrotimes.com/detroit/wayne-county-sheriff-benny-napoleon-has-been-lavishing-his-campaign-funds-on-pretty-much-everything-except-actually-campaigning/

Many craft distillers in Michigan are on the ropes

There’s a concerning oil spill in Macomb County

Plus… after that lineup, I think I need a hug. Although there’s no actual hugs in store for me, at least virtually for us there’s the 9th Annual Hug Detroit Day coming up. Erica Owens joins us to talk about it.

Website: https://www.hugdetroitday.com/

GoFundMe for school supplies: https://gf.me/u/ynbjpq

Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/Hugdetroitday/

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Amazon Building In Detroit, Armory Rehab, Plus 5 Things To Know Aug 11, 2020

Our stories:

Amazon is taking over a large part of the state fairgrounds for a new facility and we're getting a new transit center out of it
A historic armory on the riverfront has plans for a new lease on life
In Roseville, a historic church has begun to come down
A Chevy is a surprise as the fastest selling new vehicle in the country

And Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk about the BIG 10 plus what’s happening in soccer with local teams Detroit City FC and the Michigan Stars.

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A Vision For Building Up Detroit's East Side, Community First Aug 10, 2020

On today’s show, Jefferson Chalmers has a new, community-driven plan to redevelop this historic corner of Detroit’s east side. We dive in.

Josh Elling of Jefferson East and Derric Scott of the East Jefferson Development Corporation joins us to talk about the master plan that was recently completed. It’s a big vision that includes everything from housing to groceries to the Vanity Ballroom.

Have a look at that vision here: https://arcg.is/19u5a8

Learn more about Jefferson East, Inc.: https://www.jeffersoneast.org/

EJDevCo: https://www.ejdevco.com/

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Healing Politics with Abdul El-Sayed Aug 06, 2020

We’re in the middle of a pandemic. But in many ways, it just exposed the weaknesses within the system we already have.

My feature conversation is with Abdul El-Sayed. His views on politics, health, and our nation are a fresh take on what the potential of the country could be.

Agree, or disagree with him - I think you’re going to want to hear what Abdul has to say.

There’s a reason this former head of the Detroit Health Department, gubernatorial candidate and now author has been getting national attention on CNN and a ton of other places.

Abdul is out with a new book, Healing Politics: A doctor’s journey into the heart of our political epidemic. You can get that book here: http://www.healingpoliticsbook.com

Then, I’ll update you on a few things to know around town:

- United Shore was cited for allegedly violating pandemic health rules around masks and distancing

- Quicken Loans (or Rocket Companies) is now public with the symbol RKT. However, the IPO didn't go as planned, with less shares sold and a lower initial share price.

- And Henry Ford has begun phase 3 trials of a Moderna vaccine.

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Michigan Primary Election Result Rundown, And Dr. Paul On Why More Schools Are Going Virtual Aug 05, 2020

On today’s show, we run down some of the big headlines from the Primary Election on Tuesday, including freshman U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s Democratic primary challenge, the Oakland County Executive race and some notable results from the prosecutor races in Oakland and Macomb Counties. Plus, we cover a few state House primaries that listeners asked us to keep tabs on.

Also, friend of the pod Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health Direct Primary Care joins us to talk the latest in coronavirus in Michigan and the difficulty of reopening schools this fall.

Macomb County's Terrible Cake, Matt Stafford Has Coronavirus & Mass Evictions Loom Aug 04, 2020

Today on your Primary Election Day edition of your Daily Detroit, don’t forget to get out and exercise your freedom to vote, because Democracy hinges on it and also on robust participation. See, the scoundrels don’t want you to vote. It helps them slip their unpopular proposals into law.

Also, we have a show for you today. We talk about:

Michigan’s RT level, which measures the spread of the coronavirus, is now below 1, which suggests the spread is slowing in the Mitten, yay.

The Macomb County Medical Examiner’s Office is a hotbed of racist and sexist behavior, a death examiner claims.

Canada still doesn’t want Americans to come over. ‘MERICA.

Evictions loom on a mass scale, and like many things with the coronavirus, black folks and other minorities figure to be disproportionately affected.

Lordstown Motors is going public, thanks in part to an investment from General Motors.

SMART is weighing extending its Woodward Avenue FAST bus out to Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills.

And Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk DCFC and Lions QB Matthew Stafford’s coronavirus diagnosis.

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Iggy Pop, Detroit Soccer and Crowdfunding with Bill Shea of The Athletic Aug 03, 2020

Bill Shea of the Athletic joins us to talk about his piece in the Athletic covering the crowdfunding campaign Detroit City FC is doing, why they're doing it and how legendary Detroit musician Iggy Pop is getting behind the cause.

Bill Shea on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bill_Shea19

The piece on The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/1963172/2020/07/30/iggy-pop-is-leading-a-small-detroit-pro-soccer-clubs-ownership-sale-campaign/

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Inside Metro Detroit’s Newest Adult-Use Recreational Marijuana Dispensary: Not Your Father’s Head Shop Jul 31, 2020

Skymint, a Michigan-based cannabis retailer, has opened its newest location in Hazel Park, brightening a forlorn stretch of John R with a gleaming, state-of-the-art weed store that frankly wouldn’t look out of place at Somerset Collection or any other upscale mall.

We speak with Summer Ransom-Cleveland, the company’s president of retail, all about contemporary marijuana retail marketing, and with Joe Neller, chief government affairs officer and co-founder of Green Peak Innovations, Skymint’s vertically integrated parent company, about the company’s business model and efforts to promote social justice.

Staying with the getting-high-in-the-burbs theme, Royal Oak’s City Commission has approved an ordinance permitting adult-use recreational marijuana in the city. So while the city of Detroit continues to drag its feet on allowing recreational weed businesses, at least a few suburbs aren’t content to wait. (Ferndale now has three dispensaries operating, including two licensed for adult-use recreational.)

Lastly, downtown Royal Oak LGBTQ mainstay Pronto! has been sold. The buyer is its next-door neighbor, Five15, a novelty store best know for hosting Drag Queen Bingo.

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Sonari Glinton Talks Bring Back Bronco And Its Detroit Connection Jul 30, 2020

The Ford Bronco is back - and it turns out there are some really interesting stories behind it. Former NPR reporter and audio storyteller Sonari Glinton joins us to talk about “Bring Back Bronco.”

That's our feature conversation

Then, I catch up with Sven Gustafson at Wanda Park in Ferndale to catch up on a couple stories you should know, including a suburban mayor who is embroiled in controversy and taking a step back when it comes to reopening.

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The Unemployment Cliff Hits; PPP Bridge To Nowhere; Plus Detroit City FC News Jul 29, 2020

Today’s show is in two parts. We’ll talk about the unemployment cliff and the PPP bridge to nowhere with Laura Khalil.

Then, a Detroit City FC update on the men's and women's teams with Fletcher Sharpe.

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I-375 Rebuild On Ice, Blake’s Cider Kerfuffle & Sterling Heights Wants Space Command HQ Jul 28, 2020

We’ve reported several times about the state’s plan to rebuild Interstate 375 as a grade-level boulevard complete with bike lanes, sidewalks, streetscaping and new buildable real estate. Now, Crain’s reports the plan has been inexplicably iced to at least 2027, unless Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan can convince officials not to delay it.

On today’s show, we also discuss Ferndale’s nifty new drive-through voting initiative, plus Sterling Heights’ bid to become the U.S. Space Command, overseeing the newly created Space Force.

Also, Blake’s Hard Cider in Armada is apologizing after notices spread across the Internet that it was hosting a rally for Lisa McClain, a local Republican running for an open seat in the U.S. House, in support of President Trump and police. The rally was set to feature both former Trump campaign Manager Corey Lewandowski and controversial former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke. Blake’s is a sponsor of Detroit City FC, whose supporters weren’t pleased.

That and the latest in coronavirus updates from the state, plus the spectre of COVID forces Major League Baseball to postpone two games, just after the Tigers (finally) kicked off their 2020 season.

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Hamtramck Schools Want A Bond, Existing Home Sales Rebounding Jul 27, 2020

Hamtramck is the most population-dense - and possibly the most ethnically diverse - city in Michigan. But in its history has never passed a bond to support their schools. Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed joins me to talk about why she thinks the time is now, and what could be the oldest functioning elementary school in the state.

Plus - You might think that during a pandemic people might stop buying homes. Nationally, that’s not the case; and for two local companies that are big in the mortgage industry - Quicken Loans and United Shore - that’s good news. Gay Cororaton from the National Association of Raltors joins me to talk about existing home sales and how they’re recovering.

7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jul 24, 2020

Welp. Operation LeGend, the Trump administration’s name for sending federal troops to cities to impose law and order that aren’t asking for any help, will come to Detroit after all.

Sometime in the next three weeks, the latest news has it, heavily armed, camouflaged federal troops will descend on the Motor City. Recall that yesterday, Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James Craig said basically, “Yeah, no thanks, we got this.” Should be fun.

On today’s show, we follow a 2-minute speed round type of format, covering the decision of Warren police to reverse its own earlier decision and arrest the driver of that Amazon delivery van who parked on the wrong side of the street, and who was black. This as the city’s police commissioner decries that “crime is out of control,” after a shooting at a large gathering in Warren, though he also said crime wasn’t that bad in the inner-ring ‘burb. Got that?

Also:

Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland is expected to plead guilty to corruption charges, per the Freep. That would require him to abandon his seat.
Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti opines about the Legislature forcing schools’ hands on whether to open up classrooms during the coronavirus.
TCF Bank announces a $1 billion round of loans to women- and minority-owned businesses, plus $10 million in grants for home buyers in low- and medium-income neighborhoods.
Hamtramck is opening up their sidewalks for socially distant retail
And there are a bunch of food openings you should know about. Slyde is doing a pop-up this weekend in West Village (more here on Eater Detroit) and make sure to give Godwin Ihentuge some love at Yum Village. He’s been a friend of the show and been going through some tough stuff.

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Detroit Leaders Don’t Want Federal Troops, Fiat Chrysler & Waymo Are BFFs, And The Jordan Jumpman Logo On Pistons Jerseys? Jul 23, 2020

Earlier this week, we told you about how President Trump casually mentioned the idea of sending in federal troops to cities including Detroit (“all run by liberal Democrats,” he sniffed), like he has done to quell protests in Portland, Ore. Yeah, well Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James Craig have basically said thanks no thanks, we got it. “The Detroit Police Department has had the support of the Detroit community in making sure our City did not have a single store looted or a single fire started during the protests,” they said in a joint statement.

Also on today’s show, we discuss Fiat Chrysler’s expanded partnership with Waymo, the self-driving subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet Co. We also talk a bunch of Detroit demolition and development news.

Later, sports correspondent Fletcher Sharpe joins us to talk all manner of sportsball, including Detroit City FC’s women’s team, which lost its first match 3-1 over the weekend; we give help to a listener who wants to know about streaming options for DCFC matches; the hapless Lions; and the new Pistons alternate uniforms, which will feature Nike’s Jumpman logo. You know, the one featuring the likeness of Michael Jordan, their former archnemesis?

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Tips For Businesses Navigating The Ongoing Coronavirus Crisis Jul 22, 2020

Laura Khalil. She’s an experienced business coach and speaker who’s worked with brands big and small.

Plus, she’s the host of the Brave By Design podcast. You can that find here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brave-by-design/id1494575902

She has some no-nonsense advice to help get through this ongoing Coronavirus crisis.

After all, it’s going to be here awhile.

We also talk about the implications of going completely cashless from a practical and equitable perspective. Some places are doing it for safety, but it also shuts the doors on a significant portion of our region's residents.

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Federal Agents To Detroit? Councilman Charged; COVID Update; GM Electric Pickup; Recycling in Oakland County Jul 21, 2020

On today's show: A daily Coronavirus status update and the Governor says we're at a "turning point."

President Donald Trump says that Federal officers may be coming to Detroit and other "liberal Democrat" cities. This could be really bad.

Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland has been charged with felony misconduct in office, and resists resigning.

GM is rolling out an electric pickup. Will people buy it?

And recycling drop-off reopens in Oakland County.

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The Quicken IPO, Explained Jul 20, 2020

Today’s episode dives into Dan Gilbert’s Quicken Loans - or Rocket Companies, as they’re going to be called moving forward - filing for an initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange.

Our guest expert is Erik Gordon, a professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. He helps unpack what’s happening now and what’s next.

It’s not often that happens in Metro Detroit, so we wanted to dive in with an expert to understand the ramification for both the company and Detroit. And then we’ll share a couple of our thoughts.

Michigan Hard Seltzers Face Off In Fizz Fight 2020 Jul 17, 2020

Today's show is a break from the serious content as of late to enjoy some Michigan-made hard seltzers.

After all, while we're socially distancing, we might want something to drink in our backyards. You don't have to imbibe White Claw for low-carb, fizzy alcoholic drinks. Why not support local companies?

Of course, everyone knows White Claw. But how do our local options from across the mitten state stack up? Who do you wanna look for first on the shelves? We're about to find out in Fizz Fight 2020.

Thanks to Engineer Randy Walker for putting this together and seltzer connoisseur Devon O'Reilly for his help.

Daily Detroit did not receive any of these samples gratis; we paid for it all ourselves. It took more than a week of work to secure all of these brands.

Coranvirus Cases Up, Stellantis, Doing Good In Hamtramck and DCFC Women's Soccer Kicks Off Jul 16, 2020

On today’s show: Coronavirus is back with a vengeance, and the governor says we’re at a turning point with the pandemic in Michigan. Even Tom Izzo is in the Mask Up Michigan game.

Fiat Chrysler and PSA Group of France announced a new name for the combined company, "Stellantis."

Detroit City FC Women’s soccer kicks off Friday. Fletcher Sharpe joins us for more.

And a story of making a difference on the streets of Hamtramck with Frugal on the Fly’s Erica Owens.

Ford Rolls Out A Reimagined Bronco, A Fiscal Fight In Warren And How The Coronavirus Is Affecting Windsor Jul 15, 2020

Ford finally unveiled the Bronco Family of three, new off-road SUVs on Monday, resuscitating the Bronco nameplate after more than 20 years in the wilderness via a series of videos. Here’s how Greg Migliore, editor-in-chief of Autoblog, described it to us: “It was genuinely an exciting moment for Ford, for enthusiasts and for the auto industry. I think almost everybody I know who is into cars, trucks, vehicles of any sort was excited about the Bronco last night. You don’t always see that.”

We speak with Migliore about the reimagined Bronco’s nifty new features, how it stacks up against the venerable Jeep Wrangler and more.

We also hear from Dave Battagello, the veteran Windsor Star reporter, on how people on the other side of the river are receiving the news of the death of Ambassador Bridge owner Manuel “Matty” Moroun, what’s going on with his former company’s efforts to build a twin span and the latest on the Gordie Howe International Bridge. He also tells us about how the coronavirus has affected Windsor.

Also, we have updated coronavirus numbers from the state of Michigan, plus news about a possible lawsuit by the Warren City Council against Mayor Jim Fouts over alleged unilateral changes to an approved budget. We also tell you about Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s proposed $250 million home-demolition bond, and the cancellation of this year’s Tour de Troit (though you can sign up for a virtual ride).

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Matty Moroun’s Legacy, Program Supports Undocumented Immigrants During Coronavirus, Plus Things To Know Jul 14, 2020

Big news in Detroit business as Manuel “Matty” Moroun, the self-made Arab-American billionaire trucking magnate and Ambassador Bridge owner, has died at the age of 93. Moroun leaves behind a complicated legacy in Detroit, rising from the son of Lebanese immigrants to a man known for throwing around lavish campaign contributions to politicians, defying government orders and for his non-stewardship of properties like the Michigan Central Station through decades of blight and decay. We discuss his not-so-rosy legacy on Detroit.

Also:

Protests erupt in Detroit after police fatally shoot a 20-year-old man and misinformation about the incidents spreads on social media
Protestors shut down school buses in Detroit over coronavirus fears
We bring you the latest COVID-19 data from the state
The Clinton River Watershed Council has rolled out a new ecology-minded scavenger hunt (register here)
And Jer interviews Detroit City Councilwoman Raquel Castaneda-Lopez and Seydi Sarr, the founder and Executive Director of the African Bureau for Immigration and Social Affairs, about a $750,000 program to help undocumented immigrants affected by the coronavirus

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Coronavirus Is Tied To Everything: New Mask Order, Road Funding, Sports And A New Test From Beaumont Jul 10, 2020

We usually like to send you off on your merry weekend with lighthearted fare, but unfortunately, the coronavirus has roared back, and it literally touches everything about modern life.

But the good news is, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer did not use her Thursday news conference to order a return to stay-at-home quarantine for Michigan. Yet. But she really, really wants you to wear a damn mask (our words not hers).

So much so, there’s a new executive order.

On today’s show, we discuss:

The latest numbers and data from the state
Whitmer’s news conference
How the state will examine toll roads as a possible solution to the hold COVID will blow in our road-repair budget
The latest on whether schools will reopen this fall
How coronavirus is wreaking havoc on the wide world of sports — including that head-scratching comment from Michigan Wolverines football coach Jim Harbaugh — with contributor Fletcher Sharpe
And a conversation with Beaumont researcher Laura Lamb, who’s part of a team that has developed a new COVID-19 test that can deliver accurate results in as little as 30 minutes

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Unpacking Michigan's Confusing Auto Insurance Changes w/ Todd Berg Jul 09, 2020

We’ve talked about auto insurance reform in Michigan a few times on this show.

I can remember back to a beautiful day on the porch of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac a little over a year ago, when I was with Governor Gretchen Whitmer and our legislative leaders who were hailing a deal that was supposed to save Michiganders money - which is a top concern among residents as we in Detroit and statewide pay the most for vehicle insurance in the nation.

At the time, there was a lot of excitement by media pundits and politicians, mostly repeating talking points without really looking into the numbers. Lots of back-patting.

Now that the reform has taken effect, it’s a confusing mess. What coverage should people get? You might pay less on your auto insurance, but more with health insurance.

And the reforms for equity? Sure, insurance companies can't use zip codes, but they can use territories to define your rates. They can't use your credit score per se, but they can use your credit report.

And depending on your specific situation, your choices are going to be different.

So Attorney Todd Berg of Michigan Auto Law joins me to unpack this. The firm has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as among the Best Law Firms in America in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation for Plaintiffs.

The End Of Sports Talk WDFN Plus Chipotle To Open In Ferndale And Portillo's Coming To Sterling Heights Jul 08, 2020

Daily Detroit has learned that Chipotle Mexican Grill, the fast-casual chain known for its burritos and bowls, is planning to open a new location on Woodward Avenue in Ferndale this fall. A spokeswoman tells us the new store will open at 23123 Woodward Ave., on the corner of Cambourne Street, in the site of a former Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, which recently closed.

Rumors about a new Chipotle had been swirling on a Facebook group, and Daily Detroit producer Shianne Nocerini recently took photos of the shuttered storefront that showed piles of construction materials lying on the floor with the name Chipotle written on them.

Also, Chicago-based chain Portillo’s, known for their Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, is planning to open a new location on Hall Road in Sterling Heights in the second half of 2021. Portillo’s is a mostly Midwest-based chain, but it has opened locations in California, Florida and Arizona. This will be its first Michigan location.

The two planned openings are a rare bit of good restaurant news during the coronavirus, when many restaurants have shuttered temporarily and some are closing their doors for good. Newport Beach, California-based Chipotle, in particular, has weathered the coronavirus pandemic well and attracted renewed interest from Wall Street investors, thanks to brisk business and a strong digital ordering system. Chipotle currently has 10 metro Detroit locations and is also reportedly eyeing a location on Detroit’s east side on the site of a vacant church.

In our main conversation, we speak with Matt Friedman of Tanner Friedman Strategic Communications about the recent switch of sports-talk WDFN-AM to the Black Information Network. Friedman is a former broadcaster and close observer of media trends. He tells us the move is part of a broader trend of local radio stations going with more national content to save money.

And of course, we update you on all the latest on COVID-19.

7 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Plus Sven's Thumb Thoughts Jul 07, 2020

Coronavirus Updates (and Detroit City Hall opens for some in-person services)

Bronco launches

Lincoln Continental fades away

A Detroit City Council Staffer is dead in an apparent murder-suicide

A group erects a billboard outside of Livonia to call out police practices

Republicans lose challenge to the new anti-gerrymandering laws

Petition language approves to curtail Whitmer's executive power

And Sven has thoughts about Michigan's thumb and how to inject some economic life into the area.

Jobs Market May Not Be Improving, Detroit Kite Festival, Detroit City FC Plus Should Pro Sports Play? Jul 06, 2020

On today's show:

We track the state's official COVID-19 numbers, plus highlight a new tool to look at the situation by county across the nation from the Harvard Global Health Institute. This will help us understand things better as Michigan is a geographically large state.

Look up your county: https://globalepidemics.org/

Karen Dybis stops by virtually to talk about the Detroit Kite Festival coming up, a great way to have some fun in a socially-distanced manner. https://detroitonthecheap.com/detroit-kite-festival-encourages-this-years-participants-to-socially-distance/

And of course, we had to ask the author of a book about a drive-in movie theater about Walmart popping them up in parking lots.

Karen's book: https://www.karendybis.com/ford-wyoming-drive-in

Walmart drive-ins: https://twitter.com/Walmart/status/1278445015870640131?s=20

Then Sven Gustafson and Fletcher Sharpe talk upcoming Detroit City FC men's and women's team news and talk about if we should even do pro sports with the pandemic.

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Follow Fletcher: https://twitter.com/SaintFDW

Your Coronavirus Questions, Answered, With Dr. Paul Thomas. Plus, How You Doin’ Out There? Jul 03, 2020

Welcome to the holiday weekend, everybody. This is certainly a strange one, with coronavirus numbers once again on the upswing in Michigan and across much of the country, adding a complicated wrinkle to what is normally one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.

On today’s show, we make a house call to our friend Dr. Paul Thomas, founder of Plum Health Direct Primary Care in Detroit, for help answering your burning questions about COVID-19. We talk face masks, whether it’s safe to eat at restaurants or fly on airplanes, what to make of coronavirus liability waivers and more. And we’ll remind you that if you’ve got health-related questions about coronavirus, send ’em to us at dailydetroit@gmail.com and we’ll do our best to include them in future episodes with Dr. Paul. You can even send us audio of your question and we’ll try to work that audio into the show.

Also, we talk the latest, dispiriting COVID-19 data from the state and how we’re holding up from a mental health perspective more than three months into this weird, horrible quarantine that unfortunately shows little sign of ending anytime soon.

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Indoor Bars Closed, Suburban Leaders Sue Nextdoor, Pingree Pivots And Grows Jul 02, 2020

On today’s Daily Detroit: Indoor bars across the lower half of Michigan have been ordered closed because of the coronavirus uptick. Plus:

A conversation with Jarrett Schlaff, co-founder of Pingree Detroit. Their worker-owned business has some big news from a pivot - one of the recurring themes of these Coronavirus times - and they’re expanding. He joins us for more.

And Journalist Tiffany Esshaki of the Birmingham-Bloomfield Eagle brings us the wild story behind Bloomfield Township leaders suing social media platform Nextdoor… as well as some of the township’s residents.

Coronavirus News, New Rain Garden, Motown Museum Reopening Jul 01, 2020

On today's show:

A Coronavirus update, with new numbers and school start guidelines.

A University of Michigan study says 1/3rd of parents will keep their kids home when the school year starts.

Slaveholding former Michigan Governor and Senator Lewis Cass - his name is no longer on a state office building. It's now named after two representatives that fought for civil rights.

Dearborn removes signs that used shawarma sandwiches to display distance apart from people after some pushback

The nonprofit advocacy organization Friends of the Rouge River says it’s won a grant to develop a large rain garden project near its headquarters in downtown Plymouth.

The Motown museum in two old houses on West Grand Boulevard will reopen its doors July 15th after four months of being shuttered due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The museum will also allow you to take video inside the museum for the first time.

Dream Cruise Canceled, Truck-A-Palooza, Plus Vacationing During A Pandemic Jun 30, 2020

Hello Detroit. I’m back from Michigan’s vacation wonderland and here to report about the efforts that many vacationers appear not to be taking to safeguard themselves and others against the coronavirus. Based on my experience, I’d recommend limiting your visits to businesses and other public spaces if you’re planning to head Up North. And wear a mask!

Other things you’ll hear on today’s show:

The 2020 Woodward Dream Cruise is officially canceled. What does that mean?
We discuss the latest COVID-19 numbers from the state of Michigan.
Detroit police are investigating after one of their officers drove an SUV through a crowd of protesters over the weekend.
Ford unveiled its redesigned F-150 pickup truck for 2021, while Lordstown Motors revealed its production Endurance, which aims to be the first battery-electric pickup on the market. And I add my thoughts about Rivian moving operations from Detroit to California.
We discuss some of the region’s most dangerous intersections from 2019, based on this post from Michigan Auto Law.
And we’ve got an update about the dot, Ferndale’s big mixed-use parking structure, after two months of construction went on pause.

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Tasting And Talking Anteel Tequila Jun 26, 2020

When we can, it’s important to take a break. To have something fun, to help us get away mentally from what’s going on.

So today, a tasting of Anteel, a Detroit-based Tequila brand - then a conversation with their co-founder, Don Ferguson.

Local Coronavirus News, To-Go Drinks Make Progress, How Losing H1Bs Impacts Metro Detroit Jun 25, 2020

Three segments today:

First, local Coronavirus news. Cases are up, gyms are angry they can't open, the DIA is reopening, a local drive-in movie theater takes top spot in the nation, and the city of Detroit is going to crack down on n'er do wells when it comes to bars and restaurants.

Then, Eater Detroit's Brenna Houck joins us to talk about progress with To-Go cocktails as well as how restaurants are dealing with the Coronavirus and masks.

Pieces discussed:

Michigan Legislature Passes Bill Paving the Way for To-Go Cocktails: https://detroit.eater.com/2020/6/24/21301831/michigan-legislature-to-go-cocktail-bill-takeout-liquor-passes-senate

Coronavirus Cases Tied to Michigan Bar Are a Reminder of the Risks of Pandemic Dining: https://detroit.eater.com/2020/6/23/21300673/michigan-restaurants-bars-east-lansing-close-covid-19-positive-cases

Finally, Nina Thekdi from Varnum talks about the impact of President Donald Trump's quick ban on H1B and some other visas, and how that's going hurt Metro Detroit's economy; especially since no alternative plans or supports were put into place.

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Rivian Leaving Michigan Is A Wakeup Call Plus Pistons And Lions w/ Fletcher Sharpe Jun 24, 2020

Today's show is in two parts.

First, electric automaker Rivian is moving their future operations to Irvine California. This is a big blow to investment and future jobs in our state and region. Jer breaks down the story and talks about why we need to stop promoting yes-man slappys, and make some structural changes to how business is done in Metro Detroit and the state to be competitive.

And that means investing in what makes our place a better place to live instead of handing out incentives like candy.

Second, sports journalist Fletcher Shape breaks down the transfer of ownership at the Detroit Lions, plus the Detroit Pistons have a new GM Troy Owens. Will the organization is going to support the new General Manager? Or will owner Tom Gores continue to be an absentee landlord of one of Detroit's beloved sports institutions?

What's The Most "American-Made" Car? Lions Change Owners, Dr. Paul On Staying Vigilant For The Coronavirus Jun 23, 2020

On today's show:

Martha Firestone Ford steps aside as owner of the Detroit Lions, daughter Sheila Ford Hamp takes over.

Gyms are reopening Friday, despite what the Governor would want.

What are the most American made car brands and automakers? The answers might surprise you.

Dr. Paul Thomas joins us to talk about the continued need to stay smartly vigilant about the Coronavirus and wear masks. They also have a new location of Plum Health DPC opening up in Farmington Hills.

Thanks for listening to the show! We're wherever fine podcasts are found: http://www.dailydetroit.com/

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5 Local Stories Plus One Of Detroit's Oldest Houses Is Moving Across The City Jun 22, 2020

For Monday:

Local news around town including the latest Coronavirus numbers according to the state. Plus:

The New York Times reports that Detroit was a center of Federal aerial surveillance during the protests. More: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/19/us/politics/george-floyd-protests-surveillance.html

You now need a pass to get into Michigan state parks.

An update on Shelby Townships' new Chick-Fil-A in progress which township officials want to get done soon. The chain is controversial and popular. More: https://www.macombdaily.com/news/local/work-begins-on-chick-fil-as-hall-road-location/article_ed0d7bcc-b412-11ea-b238-4313643f0561.html

Shinola is offering essential workers a cheap stay at their hotel.

And Sandra Clark joins us to talk about the progress of the move of one of Detroit's oldest buildings. It's a home Union General and U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant lived in while he served here. It's moving from the State Fairgrounds to Eastern Market.

A reminder that we're people powered. Membership: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Big Ideas For Changes In Policing With Former DPD Chief Ike McKinnon Jun 19, 2020

Our Friday conversation is with former Detroit Police Chief, former Detroit deputy mayor and educator Isiah "Ike" McKinnon.

He served decades in the community he loves and has big ideas for what we could do to reimagine what a police department is.

Ideas you might not expect to hear out of a former police chief. And some of them might be familiar to you if you have seen the demands of protestors on the streets today.

Also, a couple of housekeeping notes. Sven is on vacation next week. And thanks to Emily who joined us as a member at http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Local News, Man About Town Devon O'Reilly, Mackinac Island Cornavirus Update Jun 18, 2020

Today: Local headlines from an embattled police Chief in Shelby Township, to Coronavirus updates, Greektown Casino is laying off hundreds, and Oakman Boulevard in the city is getting new green infrastructure.

Then we check in with our man about town, Devon O’Reilly, on what’s happening in greater downtown Detroit around bars, restaurants and if people are returning to the streets.

Finally, Sven Gustafson talks with Tim Hygh of Mackinac Island Tourism about how Coronavirus has impacted the tourist season on Mackinac Island.

Bronco Coming Back, Places Reopening Around Town And Listener Statue Suggestions Jun 17, 2020

On today's show:

The Bronco returns with a curious launch date. OJ Simpson's birthday.

We talk about a number of places around town opening or reopening.

The new Milwaukee Caffe walk up window.
Tree Runner Adventure Park (and should there be a zip line place in the city?).
Kabuki Korean and Japanese.
How restauranteur and TV personality Dave Change likes Jet's Pizza.
The Henry Ford and Greenfield Village are reopening.

Also, from our last episode, listeners have a couple of statue suggestions for downtown Detroit.

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A Metro Detroiter Is Jailed In Russia, Detroit's Columbus Statue Comes Down Plus 4 Things To Know Jun 16, 2020

On today's show:

A landmark ruling for LGBTQ civil rights started right here in Metro Detroit. It has big implications, but Michigan state law still has huge holes that don’t protect gay and transgender people.

A metro Detroiter is being imprisoned by the Russian government. The latest on the case of Mark Whelan.

Coronavirus cases in Michigan are trending in the right direction, and we have a clearer picture of what’s happening in nursing homes.

The Christoper Columbus statue in downtown Detroit is being removed after more than a century.

Greektown may be getting a new, 16 story development.

This Michigan City Plans To Go Carbon Neutral By 2030 Jun 15, 2020

We don’t cover Ann Arbor all that often on Daily Detroit, but we can’t deny that a lot of interesting things come out of Tree Town. Case in point: The City Council recently approved a plan, years in the making, to make the entire city of 120,000 residents go carbon neutral by 2030. That makes Ann Arbor the first city in southeast Michigan to set such an ambitious goal.

The plan is called A2Zero, and it revolves around six core strategies, including moving the grid to 100% renewable energy, boosting energy efficiency and reducing the amount of miles driven by residents by 50%. Joining us to talk about it are Mayor Christopher Taylor and Missy Stults, the city’s sustainability and innovations manager who put the plan together.

You can read the A2Zero plan here: https://www.a2zero.org/

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8 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit For June 12, 2020 Jun 12, 2020

Welcome to an Al Fresco Friday edition of your Daily Detroit!

Very socially distanced and outdoors, but for the first time in weeks, Jer and Sven are in the same place on the air.

On today's show:

Three key things to know as Detroit reopens, from barbershops to street closures for socially distant dining to DDOT service expanding.

The Macomb County prosecutor's office is not going to press charges against an Amazon delivery driver that was arrested this week. Amazon also weighs in and says they would pay for the driver's legal defense.

Quicken Loans may go public

Oakland County plans to let the Coronavirus emergency declaration expire

To Go Booze makes progress in the Michigan legislature

Michigan State Parks get a new glamping option

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The Future Of Events In A Coronavirus World, Police Controversies In Warren and Sterling Heights, Road Repairs Could Come To A Halt Jun 11, 2020

On today's podcast:

Dashcam and viral video footage show the arrest of an Amazon delivery driver in Warren. Advocates say it was over the line; Police say don't call it a "bad cop" scenario.

There's a Federal lawsuit against the city of Sterling Heights about a wrongful arrest after a young black man was placed in a chokehold for loitering while he waited outside his job for his dad to pick him up.

Fixing the roads in Michigan? After the projects already funded, it looks like that's not happening due to lack of funds unless there's Federal help.

And our feature conversation is with Tatiana Grant of Cultivate MI solutions. She's one of the state's few licensed Cannabis event professionals and is helping navigate what events looks like going forward. It's an insightful conversation. You can find out more about her here.

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A Doctor Discusses The Hazards Of Tear Gas, Pepper Spray And ‘Rubber’ Bullets, Plus 3 Things To Know Jun 10, 2020

Friend of the Daily Detroit podcast Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health joins Jer on today’s show to talk all about the health and medical risks of tear gas, pepper spray and rubber bullets, which it turns out mostly aren’t made of rubber. It’s a timely topic, given the use of these things by heavy-handed police departments across the country in response to the Black Lives Matter protests.

Also, we discuss the cancellation of the 2020 Mackinac Policy Conference, after it was postponed to August, Macomb County setting a possible end date to its emergency declation over the coronavirus, and news about the Detroit City FC women’s team and the 2020 season being canceled.

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A Trump MAGA Boat Parade Is Coming To Detroit, And Ferndale Hosts Its Own Protest Jun 09, 2020

Donald Trump turns 74 on Sunday, and local supporters of the president plan a boat parade in celebration. No, that’s not a joke. Meanwhile, I report on a big Black Lives Matter march that took place in Ferndale over the weekend.

The Michigan MAGA Boat Parade is planned to kick off Saturday afternoon at a marina in Harrison Township on Lake St. Clair and wrap up at 4 p.m. near the Ambassador Bridge on the Detroit River. It comes as public opinion polls reflect dismal views of the job the president is doing handling the now-multiple crises roiling America. That was also the backdrop of the protest in Ferndale Saturday, which police estimated drew between 1,500 and 2,000 people.

On today’s show, we discuss the daily coronavirus figures. There were just 129 new cases in Michigan and 17 fatalities. That brings the confirmed case total to nearly 59,000 and the death total over 5,600.

There’s new guidance for reopening Detroit’s three gambling casinos, but not an opening date.

A new poll from the Michigan Education Association suggests nearly a third of teachers could opt to retire, partly out of concern over their health and safety amid the coronavirus outbreak. What does that mean for districts that are already facing a looming fiscal crisis?

Here’s something to look forward to: Detroit City FC and the National Independent Soccer Association have announced the details of the fall season, set to begin Aug. 8. No word yet on whether it will involve allowing fans inside stadiums, but even live-streamed action at this point is a plus.

Lastly, we give a shout to Buena Fe, a Mexican and Salvadoran restaurant in Oak Park that deserves your business.

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Should We Abolish Cash Bail? w/ The Detroit Justice Center and The Bail Project Jun 08, 2020

You might have heard of the Detroit Justice Center and The Bail Project on social media the last week or so.

But what do they do? It turns out, quite a lot.

Eric Williams and Erin Keith join us to talk about the changes on the ground their organization is working on. We also tackle the topic of cash bail and its role in American society.

https://www.detroitjustice.org/

Then, three things you should know around town.

Marches and protests were peaceful over the weekend as police are not enforcing curfews.

The 36th District Court is running an amnesty program around fees until July 10th on misdemeanor and civil cases.

Plus, bars and restaurants open up today. If you're going, tip your server.

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Haircuts Are Coming Back Plus 12 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit Jun 05, 2020

On today’s show:

Haircuts are coming back, and a bunch of stuff is reopening in northern Michigan

Michigan’s Coronavirus numbers are trending in the right direction

The Chief of Police in Shelby Township is in trouble for saying terrible things about protestors under a pseudonym; while a member of their city’s board of trustees is worried about the Chief's first amendment rights. Shelby Township is almost 90% white and one of the fastest-growing suburbs.

The former president of the UAW, Gary Jones, pleads guilty to embezzlement.

MoGo, the bike sharing service, has new pricing.

Meanwhile, bike sharing shuts down (temporarily) in Dearborn as their for-profit vendor, Zagster, pulls out. They’re looking for a new vendor.

Sanders closes four of six company retail stores as it realigns to the new normal focused on experiences and online sales.

More details on the shutdown of the Detroit Institute of Music Education.

4,600+ RC helicopter drones from China were seized at the Detroit border for being mislabeled and undervalued.

The first Chipotle in Detroit could come – on the border of Grosse Pointe.

The Ford Bronco is coming back. Sven has more.

The Detroit Zoo is reopening for members, with distancing guidelines. Some people aren’t happy they have to wear masks.

And the DNR is opening up campgrounds. Here’s the DNR’s info.

9 Local Headlines Plus Detroit Unemployment Surges, HopCat Files For Bankruptcy Jun 04, 2020

On today’s show, we bring you the latest news about ongoing protests in the city and region, and we discuss the ramifications of new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics that say unemployment in Detroit proper is at 51% right now, third worst in the nation behind Las Vegas and North Las Vegas. What does this mean for Detroit’s much-vaunted “comeback”?

Also making waves across Michigan today: The parent company of HopCat, the craft beer-focused restaurant chain, has declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It says it intends to open its Michigan HopCat locations on June 13 while it works out a financial restructuring under bankruptcy protection. We also hear from Trevor Staples of the Tony Hawk Foundation about a key funding hurdle in getting a new skatepark built at Chandler Park on Detroit’s east side.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has rescinded three coronavirus-related orders, while Oakland County has rescinded its order closing outdoor playgrounds and playground equipment — further good news for those of us with kids! (But bring hand sanitzer — sven).

Rivian, the electric vehicle startup, has let go 40 employees but hired a new chief operating officer.

Oakland County has hired its first-ever chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer.

Sales of cocktails-to-go got a boost when the proposal passed unanimously out of a Michigan House committee. We spoke about that with Robyn Cleveland of Norden Aquavit here: http://www.dailydetroit.com/2020/05/26/podcast-to-go-cocktails-proposal-makes-progress-bike-share-ridership-steady/

And lastly, Star Line, one of two ferry operators serving Mackinac Island, has announced a new Mackinac Pirate Adventure Tour. They’ve outfitted a ferry boat, called the Good Fortune and shown in the photo above, to look like a pirate galleon. You’ll be able to take it to the island, or on an evening booze cruise under the Mackinac Bridge, starting June 19.

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Police De-Escalation Training Center Opening At WSU, Detroit Popcorn Controversy And More Jun 03, 2020

Our feature stories include a conversation with Wayne State Police Chief Anthony Holt on a new de-escalation training center here in Detroit, plus Eater’s Brenna Houck tells us about a popcorn company that’s gotten burned thanks to some comments online.

But first - Protests have spread in the suburbs.

Pools are opening back up around the region.

Auto insurance companies are going to have to pay you back some money.

A local PTO Treasurer allegedly embezzled an eye-popping amount of cash

And finally, we close with some thoughts from Sven about how it seems nothing changes.

Michigan Bars, Restaurants To Re-Open, Plus Detroit Protests With City Councilman James Tate Jun 02, 2020

Some good news mixed with all the heaviness of late.

On Monday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced she was rescinding her Safer At Home order and moving the state to Phase 4 of its reopening plan. That will allow bars and restaurants to reopen at half capacity, with social distancing and other safety precautions in place. It also allows for gatherings of up to 100 people, plus many more things we run down for you.

We’re staying on the fallout of the protests that have rocked Detroit and other U.S. cities in the wake of the death of George Floyd, another unarmed black man who died in police custody.

We talk about a weekend of protests and violence in the city, and we hear from City Councilman James Tate. He’s the former Deputy Police Chief who says what happened in Minneapolis last month was clearly murder. And he shares some thoughts about what’s happened on the streets of Detroit.

Finally, we discuss the closures of the Detroit Institute of Music Education, or DIME, and the Midtown location of New Order Coffee; as well as the re-opening of Street Beet.

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Our Racist Past Echoes in Today’s News (w/ Historian Ken Coleman) Jun 01, 2020

Today's episode is a step toward providing context and history around the events of the weekend that captured the attention of the nation and Detroit.

Historian Ken Coleman joins us to talk about the long history of racial strife in Detroit that goes far beyond 1967, how that relates to the nation, and protesting in the spaces that make an impact.

Here's Ken's most recent piece in Michigan Advance, "Use your passion in your backyard. Detroiters got Detroit covered." https://www.michiganadvance.com/2020/06/01/ken-coleman-use-your-passion-in-your-backyard-detroiters-got-detroit-covered/

And you can follow Ken on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HistoryLivesDet and here: https://twitter.com/KenMIAdvance

$3B State Hole, How Hotels Are Changing, Mid-Market Businesses Facing Headwinds May 29, 2020

Today’s show is in three acts.

First, we’ll update you on some quick stories to know around Metro Detroit and the state.

There's a $3B estimated revenue hole in Michigan. A lot of people hope the Feds step in to help, but Jer's not too sure that's going to happen.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is canceled.

Public pools across the three counties are closed indefinitely.

Dan Gilbert's Bedrock is doing an interesting deal to keep their retail and restaurant tenants in business.

Then, Karen Dybis joins me to talk about how local hotels - businesses that were planning to have a banner year in 2020 before the Coronavirus - are making changes and adjusting.

And finally, some of the most well-known brand names in Metro Detroit are what’s called -mid-market businesses. And they’re at real risk here, falling into the gap between the Paycheck Protection Program and large corporations. Sven Gustafson chats with Christoper Letts, the chairman of the Detroit chapter of the Association of Corporate Growth.

Yes, it sounds super wonky. And it kinda is. But it’s interesting as a large number of people are employed by those companies right here in Southeast Michigan.

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Will Hertz's Bankruptcy Hurt The Detroit 3? Hopcat Closes In Royal Oak, Ford's (Literally) Hot New Option May 28, 2020

On today's show, we dive into the news about the bankruptcy filing at car-rental giant Hertz. Analyst Michelle Krebs joins Sven to talk about the impact to the auto industry.

And Jer speaks with Eater Detroit editor Brenna Houck about HopCat shutting down its downtown Royal Oak location.

There’s news about the Detroit Red Wings and the Ford-Wyoming Drive-In movie theater.

Plus, we offer the latest updates on COVID-19 numbers from the state and city of Detroit, and more.

Whitmer's Boatgate, Kwame's Not Getting Out Plus 7 Things To Know May 27, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer may have urged Michigan residents not to head Up North for the Memorial Day weekend. But the owner of a dock company says the governor’s husband asked to put his boat in the water last week before the holiday weekend, explaining that he was the guv’s husband. And how Whitmer faces her own boatgate controversy, which is ironic, because some of the first, loud complaints about her emergency stay-at-home order centered on people not being able to put their boats in the water (or play golf, but that’s another story). We discuss.

Also on today’s show:

Daily coronavirus numbers from the state of Michigan and city of Detroit

Kwame Kilpatrick isn’t getting an early release from jail. The story was suspect from the beginning.

Fred Westbrook Jr., the former head of the DDOT bus driver’s union, has died of COVID-19

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall have announced plans to reopen on Thursday with a number of precautions and protocols planned

Five mobility projects related to complications from the coronavirus outbreak received funding from the state of Michigan

A new report from LinkedIn says Detroit is the eighth-best city in the U.S. to start your career, based on affordable housing and high starter salaries

And bubble tea is the top unique delivery order in the state of Michigan

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To-Go Cocktails Proposal Makes Progress, Bike Share Ridership Steady May 26, 2020

On today's show:

A proposal has gained steam to allow to-go cocktails and booze from bars in Michigan, as well as has legislative sponsors. Advocate and distiller Robyn Cleveland joins Jer to talk about it, what's next and what you can do if interested.

Plus, Sven talks with Lisa Nuszkowski of MoGo about bike share in the region. What's next, how the pandemic has impacted their plans, and how people are still riding the service.

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On Drive Ins, Detroit Area Population Estimates, And Michigan Opening Up A Little May 22, 2020

On today's show:

Michigan is opening up a little ahead of the holiday weekend. What are the details?

Updated unemployment and Coronavirus numbers.

The city of Detroit's population has been estimated by the U.S. Census to keep dropping - but the region is flat while the rest of the nation is growing. Meanwhile, we're adding more infrastructure for the same amount of people and act surprised when it costs more per person.

Hamtramck's Labor Day Festival is canceled for this year.

Author and journalist Karen Dybis joins us to talk about Michigan's drive-in movie theaters and how some of them are opening up regardless.

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Michigan's Dam Problems, New Poll Shows Massive Support For Whitmer, Fireworks Has New Date May 21, 2020

Well, just as Michigan slowly recovers from what everyone hopes is the worst effects of the global pandemic, devastating floods hit mid-Michigan. We bring you up to speed on that and Sven talks about the intense dam-building spree the country went through.

We’ve got the latest coronavirus numbers from the state and city of Detroit.

A new poll from the Detroit Regional Chamber and the Glengariff group looks at partisanship and the pandemic.

Governor Whitmer has massive support among Democrats and Independents.

But Republican men view the Coronavirus Crisis very differently than other Michiganders. It’s the only group that less than half say they are wearing facemasks; and the majority of middle-aged Republicans say the armed protestors in Lansing send the right message.

We’ve got news on MOGO bike sharing in the suburbs

We talk about the status of the Woodward Dream Cruise and the a planned wildcat cruise.

Plus, details on the moved annual Detroit-Windsor Ford fireworks display.

11 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit May 20, 2020

We bring you up to date on the latest numbers from the state and city of Detroit.

We talk about the challenges businesses up north will face opening for memorial day weekend

Voting by mail will be a thing this november

Poop as a harbinger of a coronavirus second wave

Oakland County will offer $30 million in Federal aid to local governments

Dan Gilbert wins a federal contract to oversee contact tracing

We’ve got news about some business openings and closings and the annual Theater Bizarre halloween party - and we’ll see two livestream music festivals in detroit before the month is up.

Local Stories For 5-19-20 May 19, 2020

On today's show:

The northern part of Michigan is beginning to reopen on Friday, while Metro Detroit is still seeing a percentage increase in COVID-positive tests.

Are the flu and coronavirus comparable? The data points to a definite no. We’ll talk about it. Background: https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2020/05/the-flu-has-killed-2200-michiganders-since-2000-coronavirus-topped-that-in-a-month.html

Bottle deposits aren’t happening, and you’ve got a growing stack in your garage. What to do? Background: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2020/05/18/michigan-bottle-returns-open-closed/5194368002/

Some auto industry updates, including factories reopening; plus Elon Musk can apparently do whatever he wants.

And the DIA gift shop has seized the moment with new masks that resonate with us right now: https://diashop.org/face-masks/

That and more on your Daily Detroit.

What The Future Of Restaurants Might Look Like With Eater's Brenna Houck May 18, 2020

In previous episodes, we looked at how the Coronavirus could impact Education in ways beyond social distancing. And then Sven did a deep-dive into live music and venues.

Today, restaurants and bars.

Eater’s Brenna Houck joins me to talk about the latest from a big-picture perspective and what could be ahead for some of our favorite places to grab a bite.

Then, I’ll share a few things to know today:

On Sunday, for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, the City of Detroit preliminarily reported no new COVID-19 deaths.

The city of Detroit has hired a long-time local leader and administrator (and the first African-American state supreme court chief justice) - as Deputy mayor.

Ferndale has canceled all their events through Labor Day, and a number of Woodward corridor cities are drafting a letter requesting the Woodward Dream Cruise cancel their 2020 event which is still on for mid-August.

The Impact Of Coronavirus On Musicians And Venues May 15, 2020

Today's show is a deep-dive into the impact of the Coronavirus on the music industry, musicians, and venues.

First, Sven Gustafson sets the table on what's going on.

Then two feature conversations:

Dan McGowan, the Managing Partner of Crofoot Presents. He owns the Crofoot in downtown Pontiac and does promotions for a number of venues.

Then, Steve Nawara, a longtime Detroit musician with credits that include the Detroit Cobras.

5 Things To Know Plus Michigan Schools In Danger Of Major Teacher Layoffs, District Closures May 14, 2020

On today's show:

1:02 An update on where we stand on the Coronavirus statewide

6:05 The City of Detroit is greatly expanding testing, finding out some trends and will offer testing to barber shops, salons and dentists when they open

11:05 A protest is planned in the Capitol - again - and this time there would be arrests if people brandish weapons

14:05 The Coronavirus is decimating Michigan's budget, and one of the worst-hit areas could be our schools. Ron French from Bridge Magazine joins us to talk about the possibility of up to a 25% cut which would mean teacher layoffs, increased class sizes, and even possible district closures. Here's his piece: https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/gop-leader-25-percent-cuts-michigan-schools-coronavirus

24:25 We update you on some reopenings like Supino and Avalon

26:30 A pair of Detroit non-profits are giving away 10,000 facemasks

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5 Things To Know Plus River Rouge Cleanup And What We're All Missing During Quarantine May 13, 2020

Welcome to your Wednesday Hump Day edition of your Daily Detroit. Today we’re tackling:

Metro Times is out with a shocking story about violent threats made against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on several private Facebook groups. It comes as an armed rally is once again being planned for the state Capitol building in Lansing on Thursday.
Some vacant Art Van furniture stores will be reborn as Loves Furniture, with about 1,000 people hired to staff them.
The Archdiocese of Detroit has set dates for reopening parishes, along with strict social distancing guidelines.
The New York Times editorial board dings states like Michigan that have relaxed Freedom of Information Act requirements during the coronavirus crisis.
Eastern Market is redesigning how its annual Flower Day will work.
And we hear from Cyndi Ross, restoration manager for the nonprofit Friends of the Rouge, about how the group is encouraging people to help the Rouge River this year by doing things at home.

Later in the show, your Daily Detroit team shares the edible things they’re craving that we can’t currently get. Because we’re almost two months into this shutdown business, and we’re all going crazy.

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Balancing Life And Business With Better Life Bags Founder Rebecca Smith May 12, 2020

One of the things the Coronavirus pandemic has meant is that people have had to innovate and adapt to a quickly changing world.

With the aim of keeping people employed, one of those founders and companies doing that is Better Life Bags, based in the enclave of Hamtramck.

The custom bag company has grown over the years using social media and has put people to work in their local community, all the while adding to Detroit’s fabric of fashion businesses and nonprofits.

I also talk with founder Rebecca Smith about doing business at a pace that’s manageable when you have a family, which is part of the focus of her upcoming book, “A Better Life: Slowing Down to Get Ahead.”

Then I’ll update you on a couple things you should know about around town. Including:

Your power bill is going up
Former State Senator Morris Hood has died of COVID-19
And baseball could be coming back July 4th.

How The Reaction To Today's Coronavirus Pandemic Compares To One A Century Ago May 11, 2020

What can the past teach us about what we’re dealing with today?

Our conversation today is with Tim Kiska from the Detroit History Podcast.

They recently put out a great special episode talking about the 1918 Spanish Flu epidemic and how it hit Detroit.

History may not repeat itself, but it does rhyme. So it’s uncanny how many echoes there are today that are from a century ago.

We dive into that and more with Tim.

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Local Detroit Stories For 5/8/20 Plus We're Staying Home 'til May 28 May 08, 2020

16 Things To Know Around Detroit In Just 10 Minutes May 07, 2020

On today’s show, there is more Coronavirus news to update you on, plus other stories:

Detroit is getting a better hold on the virus thanks to testing.

But, the disease is spreading west, MLive has a great interactive map to show how counties near Grand Rapids are seeing an uptick in cases. Link: https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2020/05/eight-weeks-after-michigans-first-coronavirus-cases-an-animated-map-tracks-its-spread-through-the-state.html

Mayor Mike Duggan says that Detroit’s three casinos will likely not be able to fully re-open until there is a vaccine.

The TCF Center’s field hospital will be put on pause once the single patient that is there is discharged. The hospital will not be taken down, just in case of future waves.

The temporary hospital at the Novi Suburban Showplace will remain open.

Warren Mayor Jim Fouts said that police will begin to enforce social distancing and mask compliance.

The controversial conservative Royal Oak City Commissioner Kim Gibbs is in the news again, this time for allegedly shoplifting from a local Meijer.

General Motors has managed to have a profit for the first quarter, even though the pandemic has hurt sales.

Most GM plants in the U.S. and Canada will restart production on May 18, 2020. And FCA is also set to reopen that week.

The Old Rouge Steel Mill, which was part of Henry Ford’s former sprawling complex that opened in the 1920’s will fall silent this July. AK Steel announced in a warn notice to the state that it plans to shutter the steel mill and 343 people will lose their jobs.

Michigan Medicine, which is made up of the U of M Health System, Medical School and Research facilities is laying off or furloughing 1,400 employees in the wake of reduced revenues due to the Coronavirus.

Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller is suiting nine major disposable wipe makers because the “flushable” wipes do serious damage to sewer systems.

The City of Detroit has a new Executive Director of Transit, C. Mikel Oglesby will oversee the Detroit Department of Transportation and the Detroit People Mover.

The James Beard Finalists have been announced and a few of the finalists call Michigan Home.

The popular Birmingham restaurant Hazel, Ravines, and Downtown has reopened with lobster rolls to go and a limited menu. You can order your lobster rolls here: https://www.hrd.kitchen/

Hudsonville Ice Cream has released two limited edition flavors for summer, American Fireworks and Blueberry Cobbler.

Finally, the Detroit Kite Festival has created an online store where you can buy kites, apparel, and DIY kite kits. The festival is still tentatively scheduled for July 12, but that can change. Store: https://detroitkitefestival.org/kite-shop

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How This Local Business Is Figuring Out How To Rise Again w/ Jackie Victor, Avalon Breads May 06, 2020

One of Detroit’s most well-known and well-loved local businesses is Avalon International Breads.

So for episode 500 of the podcast is my conversation with owner and co-founder Jackie Victor.

The bread in their ovens, like the business, is slowly beginning to rise again. But what shape will the future take? And how might they get there in these uncertain times?

And when might we see chocolate chip sea salt cookies again?

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Local News For 5/5/20 Plus A Belle Isle Flooding Update w/ Brian Allnutt May 05, 2020

On today's show, a bunch of Coronavirus quick updates, plus:

Beaumont Wayne is reopening

The Sterling Heights PD wants Segways

Leila in downtown Detroit gets a nod from GQ as one of the best restaurants in the U.S.

And, Brian Allnutt from Planet Detroit gives us an update on what's happening with Belle Isle and flooding. More: https://planetdetroit.substack.com/p/flooding-on-belle-isle-has-resumed

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Chef James Rigato Of Mabel Gray On How To Navigate The Coming Meat Shortage May 04, 2020

You may have heard that our food system is in dire straits, with shortages of chicken, beef and pork looming because several meat processing plants have temporarily shuttered due to the coronavirus. And that President Trump has gotten involved. On today’s show, we break down what that’s all about, and we speak with James Rigato, the chef and owner of celebrated restaurant Mabel Gray.

Rigato recently took to Instagram to discuss the issue, and on today’s show, he offers his expert perspective, along with some great tips for everybody stuck at home on how to continue to find meat and cook with it. After all, there’s a lot more to eat than just hamburgers and chicken breasts.

Also, May the Fourth be with you.

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Armed Gunmen In The Capitol, Order Closing Venues Extended, Plus Our Local Takeout Recommendations May 01, 2020

On today's show:

Armed gunmen protest in the statehouse in Lansing. Sven Gustafson talks about it.

Governor Whitmer has extended her order closing a number of places of public accommodation until May 28. This includes places like theaters, bars and casinos - and limits restaurants to carry out and delivery.

Alibaba executive and owner of the Brooklyn Nets, Joe Tsai, is donating a lot of PPE to Detroit.

And Randy Walker joins me to talk about our favorite places for takeout around town that we've tried. If you've got recommendations, get in touch! We'd love to know about what's in your neck of the woods.

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Ford Posts A Big Loss And Construction Workers Will Soon Resume Work Apr 30, 2020

On today’s show, some coronavirus-related automotive news for you. Ford posted a hefty, $2 billion loss for the first quarter, blaming it on the coronavirus and related production shutdowns. It also said the second quarter will be far worse, when it expects to post a $5 billion pre-tax loss. Lincoln also made a surprise announcement that it’s canceling plans to develop its first electric vehicle with EV startup Rivian because of the “current environment,” with production shut down and cash leaking like a sieve at the parent company.

Also today:

The construction industry is expected to be cleared to go back to work on May 7
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has unveiled a proposed G.I. Bill for those classified as “essential workers” during the coronavirus shutdown
The state is launching a new $130 million fund to make child care more affordable to essential workers
Nearly 40 mid-Michigan residents have been infected with coronavirus traced to an outbreak at a massive poultry farm

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Dearborn & Oakland County Turn Focus To Economic Aid, Detroit City FC Spring Season Is Canceled Apr 29, 2020

Today on your Daily Detroit, a three-parter. We interview Fletcher Sharpe for a rundown about Detroit City FC’s spring season being canceled and the status of the women’s team, which is supposed to launch its inaugural season this spring.

Then, Cristina Sheppard-Decius of the East and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities joins us to discuss a new small-business and sole-proprietor grant program being offered in the city. The window to apply for them opened Monday and closes at noon Friday. More information is here.

We also update you on the latest in coronavirus news, including the latest numbers from the state and what’s happening on the ground in hard-hit Detroit. Also:

Oakland County has formed a new task force focused on helping businesses stabilize and recover from the COVID-19 shutdown
Recipients of the Federal Family Education Loan Program student loans that were insured by the Michigan Guaranty Agency are getting a reprieve on missed payments until Sept. 30
The Suburban Collection is matching up to $10,000 in donations to FLAG Metro Detroit, which gives the money to local restaurants to make meals for frontline health care workers. You can learn more at flagmetrodetroit.org.

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How This Detroit Bar Owner Dealt With The World Turning Upside Down Apr 28, 2020

What’s a bar to do when you launched a couple of years ago, you feel like you’ve got a handle on running the place — but then the world turns upside down?

Innovate and hold on for the ride, if you can.

To talk about how to do that, our guest on Daily Detroit is Kevin Peterson from Castalia Cocktails. That’s a basement bar in a historic building that shares space with a fragrance shop - Sfumato - in Midtown Detroit.

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Congresswoman Haley Stevens On The Paycheck Protection Program And Michigan Apr 27, 2020

The Paycheck Protection Program, providing forgivable, federally backed loans to businesses to keep people employed - opened for applications today with a new round of funding - $310 billion.

That’s on top of $350 billion issued two weeks ago.

And that first round? Well, it had some issues, to say the least.

Some rather large companies got loans, and many small businesses just were shut out. Many of the hardest-hit states got some of the least aid.

So with this in the news (and so many businesses in deep trouble during this pandemic) I wanted to take a look behind the scenes up in Washington, D.C.

What happened? What have we learned? And, as this is one of multiple rounds of economic back-stopping, what’s next?

To do that, this episode of your Daily Detroit is my conversation with Congresswoman Haley Stephens. The Democrat represents Michigan’s 11th district, so think suburban cities like Troy, Auburn Hills, Rochester, Milford, Northville, Livonia, and Canton.

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Tips For Parents Trying To Balance Everything During Coronavirus Apr 24, 2020

While we're all under a stay at home order, it can be a real challenge to deal with work life, home life, kids and all of that.

So we got some tips to help you handle it from Karen Liska. She works at Detroit Labs and is a coach at HoneySpace in Ferndale who helps people get things done.

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10 Local Headlines Apr 23, 2020

On today's show:

Coronavirus Crisis confirmed numbers update

There are new state unemployment numbers

The Detroit Public Schools are getting more than 50,000 tablets for distance learning.

Detroit summer programming will be closed, but parks will remain open.

Republicans in the state legislature are working to strip the Governor’s emergency powers, wanting to open the economy faster.

An industry group says that restaurants have lost $1.2B in sales and a quarter-million jobs.

A report says that Detroit’s city council president is in hot water over campaign contributions. (Read on the Intercept: https://theintercept.com/2020/04/21/brenda-jones-detroit-city-council-tlaib/)

GM is calling back some white-collar workers. The UAW doesn't want it to happen so fast.

Henry Ford Health System is adding to the pile of healthcare-related layoffs.

And a magazine popular with the Farmer’s market crowd has changed hands.

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All Of Michigan Is At Risk Of Coronavirus, Not Just Metro Detroit Apr 22, 2020

Some think Coronavirus and COVID-19 is a "Detroit" or "Southeast Michigan" problem.

But with a lack of access to health care, an older population, and risk factors like tobacco use and poverty, rural and outstate Michigan could get devastated by COVID-19.

To talk about it is Citizens Research Council of Michigan Research Associate Tim Michling. He had an eye-opening piece that might put things in a bit more perspective. You can read it here: https://crcmich.org/all-of-michigan-still-at-risk-from-covid-19

Also, we touch some top stories around the Coronavirus crisis.

The state continues to see new cases, but is starting to see more people get released from hospitals than come in.
What is the plan to reopen the economy? Governor Gretchen Whitmer says it'll be the reverse of what they're doing in Georgia, and more details will come by the end of the week.
The state of Michigan is going to be doing 10-day layoffs in various departments. We share what we know so far.
Wayne County has at least a $152 million shortfall this year, joining a growing list of cities and counties that will be severely impacted.
Beaumont has made a makeshift morgue at their Wayne hospital, and the county is investigating.
Drive through testing is expanding into Dearborn.
Well-known brewer Founders is laying off taproom and retail staff.

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HuffPost's Jonathan Cohn On Detroit's Coronavirus Crisis Apr 21, 2020

There are so many stories coming out of Detroit around the Coranvirus pandemic. And those stories at HuffPost are being written by local voices.

To discuss what they found and what's happening on the ground, HuffPost Senior National Correspondent Jonathan Cohn talks about the work the reporting team did.

Here's background reading material to dive in even more:

We also check in on some stories around town after the conversations. Beaumont is doing mass layoffs. GM's Maven car service is shutting down. The UAW endorsed Joe Biden for president. And local parks are limiting visitors.

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Bed music in this episode is "Beauty Flow" by Kevin MacLeod. Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow

Millenials Hit Economically Harder During Michigan Coronavirus Shutdown Apr 20, 2020

On today's show, some top-line updates from the State of Michigan and the City of Detroit, plus, we break down a big poll released by the Detroit Regional Chamber about the statewide economic impact of the Coronavirus crisis.

Among other highlights, it shows 29% of Michiganders aren't working, and that those adults 39 and younger are getting hit very hard economically and are having more trouble filing for unemployment.

There are also large gaps in unemployment in the state, with areas like Traverse City getting hit the worst.

For background reading you can go here.

BONUS: Cocktail Recommendations And How Listeners Are Coping With The Pandemic Apr 19, 2020

A bonus weekend episode that's around the virtual bonfire.

We talk about our favorite cocktails we're drinking and share stories of how our listeners say they're coping with the Coronavirus crisis.

A Run With Sven: For Better Or Worse, The Coronavirus Will Change Us Apr 17, 2020

Lace up your New Balances and go on a run with Sven Gustafson as he talks about the ways the Coronavirus may change us as a society - and the ways it already has.

Then Jer will run down some top-line things you should know around town.

Here's Sven's original essay that was adapted for audio: https://8woodblog.com/for-better-or-worse-the-coronavirus-will-change-us/

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Why 5G And Other Conspiracy Theories Spread With Tom Lawrence Apr 16, 2020

Whether it’s conspiracy theories like those around 5g, or the willful refusal to believe objective facts when it comes to the pandemic, today we talk about confirmation bias and how folks try to assemble meaning to things. This happens often when there is none. After all, sometimes, we just don’t know stuff. But for some, that’s not O.K. to admit.

And when these online conspiracies are turned to action, it can put other people and property in danger. think folks ignoring social distancing guidelines, which has led to outbreaks of COVID-19. or in England, where cellphone towers are being set on fire.

Our guest today is technologist, YouTuber, and entrepreneur Tom Lawrence. His popular channel, based in Southgate, Michigan helps people demystify their tech issues.

Here's Tom's channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTecknowledge

And here's Tom's company: https://www.lawrencesystems.com/

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Top Local Stories For 4/15/20: As Demonstrators Protest Whitmer’s Stay-At-Home Order In Lansing, California And New York Send Ventilators To Michigan Apr 15, 2020

Today we’ve got an all-headlines edition of your Daily Detroit. We run down the latest numbers on confirmed coronavirus cases and deaths from the state, and we discuss the “Operation Gridlock” protest organized by the Michigan Conservative Coalition today in Lansing.

The group urged participants to protest what they see as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s overly restrictive stay-at-home order from their vehicles, but hundreds spilled out onto the Capitol grounds anyway, many not wearing masks and ignoring recommendations to maintain 6 feet of distance from other people.

Also on today’s show:

Both California and New York, the hardest-hit state, are donating ventilators to Michigan.
Wayne County is launching a drive-through COVID-19 testing program in Southgate. You can make an appointment, whether or not you have symptoms, here.
Ford is partnering with Wayne State University, its affiliated physician organization and Dearborn-based ACCESS to launch a mobile coronavirus testing program.
The budgetary hole the pandemic is opening for the city of Detroit continues to grow larger.
The state of Michigan is offering a liquor buy-back program for bars and restaurants, but you’d better hurry if you want to take part: The deadline is Friday at 5 p.m. Apply here.
And some badly needed good news: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Detroit River Conservancy are teaming on a $2.9 million project to remediate contaminated riverfront shoreline at the former site of the Uniroyal plant on East Jefferson just west of East Grand Boulevard. It’s one of the last barriers to extend the Detroit RiverWalk all the way from downtown to the bridge to Belle Isle.

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Why Those Auto Insurance Coronavirus Rebates Aren’t All That Apr 14, 2020

Perhaps you’ve heard that, because people are driving so much less and accident claims have plummeted during the coronavirus lockdown, your benevolent automobile insurance carrier is planning to give you a big wet kiss in the form of a refund. Well, our guest today not only gives us the lowdown on why this might be happening,

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