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**Daily Detroit**

What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit! We have conversations that push Detroit forward and share local stories about restaurants, business, development, local government, policy, technology, things to do, transit and more. All in about 22 minutes a day.

Latest Episodes:

U of M, Pistons & Lions w/ Fletcher Sharpe; How Frame in Hazel Park is dealing with the pandemic Dec 17, 2020

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Inside the GLWA's new 40 year wastewater plan Dec 16, 2020

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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

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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

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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

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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

Support Daily Detroit: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Three Thirteen Expands; Shop Local in Ferndale; Detroit Water Shutoff Moratorium & More Dec 10, 2020

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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.

Thanks to the support of our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Sports! with Fletcher Sharpe Dec 09, 2020

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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

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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

Support on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

From Detroit Cop To Cannabis Entrepeneur; Plus 3 Things Around Town Dec 07, 2020

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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

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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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