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RenCen redux // Detroit's new media row Apr 18, 2024

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Norris Howard is back in the co-host chair after a trip to New York City, and we get into some of things to talk about around Detroit.

02:02 - Norris's take on GM's move to Hudson's Detroit and what is going to happen with the Ren Cen.

06:43 - RIverfront by the Ren Cen could be utilized so much better if they got rid of all those surface parking lots.

13:32 - Education is neededon the history and context for certain things that have happened in the city, as well as our landmarks. There's so much more than just the RenCen, but between this and the sign it seems the connections are thin with so many people moving out.

15:00 - What Jer hopes he will hear from the State of the City event.

18:36 - Detroit Public Television has a new name - Detroit PBS - and will be moving their studio from Wixom to a new studio in Milwaulkee Junction. This will join what's becoming a new "Media Row" in Detroit near Grand Boulevard/Woodward etc.

23:03 - Norris's idea of the idea ofo moving the Lion's practice facility to Canton.

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Talking to an NFL Draft prospect from Detroit // Troy Weaver stays // Detroit City wins Apr 17, 2024

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We have a jam-packed episode for you today! Our feature conversation is with Rich Miller, Jr.

He's a NFL Draft prospect that went to Martin Luther King Jr. High School in Detroit. It's a fascinating conversation on his story.

And Fletcher Sharpe has even more for you.

Here's the rundown:

01:05 - The Pistons are looking for a new Head of Basketball Operations, but Troy Weaver is staying

03:00 - NFL Draft prospect Rich Miller Jr. joins us to talk about his time at MLK high School. Here are time stamps in the conversation portion:

04:37 - What made him choose to go to Buffalo for college after high school?

06:34 - How has being from Detroit help mold him as a person and a football player?

10:45 - What is the perfect senerio for the Draft?

12:19 - How big of a deal is it for him that the draft is in Detroit?

13:16 - First stop once he gets home?

13:52 - Advice for younger people coming up

From Hamtramck:

16:43 - Detroit City FC wins 1-0 in an Open Cup match against the Michigan Stars. Is it now a rivalry? Fletcher has thoughts.

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GM is moving out the RenCen. What could go there next? (ft. Robin Runyan) Apr 16, 2024

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In a move that's got the whole Detroit region talking, General Motors is leaving the RenCen in 2025 to take up the upper floors of the office space at Hudson's Detroit.

But that leaves one of Detroit's most iconic buildings without a clear path. Bedrock and GM are going to work over the next year to think about what it looks like going forward, but we take a first take at it, and talk about some of the amenities we'd like to see - and what the city might need.

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The rundown:

01:46 - General Motors will be moving out of the Ren Cen and into Dan Gilbert's Hudson's Detroit in 2025

02:50 - Details we know are sparce, but could a shiny new building make people want to come to the office again?

04:09 - Redeveloping the Ren Cen into residential, if possible, could be the best move to improve Downtown Detroit's population, the lowest by percentage (and in some cases, raw numbers) among like regions in the country.

08:29 - RenCen speculation, what is going to happen to this iconic building? What would we like to see? Also offering something that suburbs can't - density and types of city-focused living. Greater Downtown Detroit has room for 50,000+ more people for it even compare to other major downtowns as far as residential, and also boost the city's population numbers; but there'd need to be real density and the RenCen could help with that.

11:47 - Gilbert had this idea to pitch this move to GM years ago when he first talked to Mayor Duggan about his plans to build Hudson's Detroit. It's been in the works a long time, and a reminder these leaders are always talking.

If you want to read more on Urbanize, check out this post: https://detroit.urbanize.city/post/gm-announces-move-rencen-new-hudsons-detroit

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Which one of these 10 businesses should get $100k to start in Detroit? Apr 15, 2024

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The spirit of entrepreneurship is strong in Detroit, but also - it takes resources to really get going.

That's where, since 2011, the Hatch Detroit contest has come in. One of these 10 businesses we talk to today will walk away with $100,000 in cash from Comerica Bank to make their dreams happen in Detroit, Highland Park or Hamtramck.

Today, I talk to all of them in elevator pitch format. And then you get to decide by going to https://www.hatchdetroit.com/vote and picking up to four you think are worthy, each day through noon on April 18.

Here's the rundown:

01:34 - Amarra Products

05:03 - Estella's Vegan Dessert Boutique

07:06 - Harry Rich Clothier

09:21 - Khana

11:13 - Nada Dry Bar

13:39 - Natural Living By Design II

16:51 - Pique Earth

19:37 - The Gentleman's Oasis

21:04 - Unity Community Barbershop

23:11 - Roller Skate Detroit

Remember to vote: https://hatchdetroit.com/vote/

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Former Starbucks gets new coffeeshop // Inside the Lone Goat, Chipotle opens // Defending the sign Apr 12, 2024

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There's a lot to talk about around Detroit on this Friday before the weekend, and Devon O'Reilly is here to do it.

The Rundown:

02:16 - Devon visits the Lone Goat, a new British pub coming to town

05:21 - Devon: "It's just a sign!"

10:21 - Downtown Detroit sidewalk and road closures have already started, and some tips for getting around the NFL Draft

13:02 - New openings downtown - Chipotle, Qargo Coffee, and how chains get a lot of attention around here

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Detroit sign talk, Belle Isle trash robot and Tigers thoughts Apr 11, 2024

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The new Detroit sign on I-94 is the talk of the town, and Robin Runyan with Fletcher Sharpe is here joining Jer to do just that.

Plus we get into a new trash robot on Belle Isle, and do kinda in-depth breakdown on what we think about the Detroit Tigers early in the season.

The rundown:

00:54 - New Detroit sign on 94, how are we feeling? How are you feeling? And it's stopping traffic

06:49 - Will the Belle Isle trash robot be welcomed?

08:57 - Detroit Tigers early season thoughts

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Michigan has a Whippet problem Apr 10, 2024

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Michigan has a problem with whippets.

Brought to the front of the collective mind after that gigantic fire and explosion in Clinton Township - Michigan has passed new laws to begin to deal with the personal dangers of inhaling nitrous oxide, as well as to the community by those who sell them.

This is an important issue in the city of Detroit, the Metro Detroit region, and the state.

On your Daily Detroit, we unpack it a bit. The dangers. The misconceptions, and what a local group is trying to do get tens of thousands of left behind empty canisters off the streets.

Joining us is Laura Chavez of the Southwest Detroit Business Association to talk about what they're dealing with on the streets of the city.

Show notes to come As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.

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Adam Schefter is ready for the NFL Draft in Detroit Apr 09, 2024

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In this episode of Daily Detroit, we had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider.

Adam shared his insights on the upcoming NFL Draft in Detroit, the remarkable turnaround of the Detroit Lions, and the dynamic state of the NFC North.

Our conversation kicked off with Adam discussing his ongoing advocacy for Type 1 Diabetes screening, a cause close to his heart due to his wife's experience with the disease.

Shifting gears to football, Adam gave an in-depth look at the upcoming NFL draft. He spoke about the exciting potential for teams to reveal their strategies and for young players to see their dreams come true.

We then talked about the transformation of the Detroit Lions. Adam applauded the new management's impact and the team's shift from being a laughing stock to a team expected to win.

Adam also reminisced about his time at the University of Michigan and his excitement for the draft to be held in Detroit this year - plus his favorite sandiwch pick in the state.

Finally, we discussed the NFC North's current landscape and where the Lions might fit in that.

Tune in to hear this engaging discussion and gain unique insights into the NFL's happenings, straight from one of the industry's most respected voices.

Follow Adam on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/AdamSchefter

Learn more about Type 1 Diabetes screening here.

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From Detroit to Sylvan Lake // Eatori re-opens // Devon's self-driving thoughts Apr 05, 2024

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Happy Friday and Happy Tigers Opening Day! Devon and Jer are in the studio for the Friday episode.

Here's the all-local podcast rundown:

03:44 - Devon checked out the newly renovated Eatori restaurant and market in Downtown Detroit's Capitol Park, and Jer went to the media preview so they both have thoughts.

08:02 - A trip to Sylvan Lake highlights a listener suggestion for a Maurice Salad of Hudson's fame (Ellen's) as well as a couple of very pretty spots for home and garden stuff, Detroit Farm and Garden and Fleur Detroit. Devon takes issue with businesses that are not based in the city proper, or don't have a location in Detroit, using "Detroit" in their name - although it's very popular in the suburbs. Your thoughts?

15:19 - With Devon having experience in the mobility space, he ha a few of his own thoughts to share on the self-driving shuttle pilot in downtown Detroit

22:36 - The David Whitney building got a glow-up, and Devon shares details.

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New State District Map // Too commercial of a home run celebration? // Local James Beard Finalists Apr 04, 2024

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Norris Howard is in the co-host chair, and we get into some interesting topics on the podcast around Metro Detroit.

The rundown:

01:05 - There are new districts for the Michigan State Legislature in Metro Detroit, focused on the city of Detroit and nearby suburbs. This happened after a legal challenge that black voters weren't properly represented. Norris Howard, who has a political education and reporting background - as well as a native born Detroiter - discusses his thoughts and the shifting of Metro Detroit's demographics. Basically, you need to check your situation because it's very likely your district changed.

Map: https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-government/how-new-michigan-house-maps-uncouple-detroit-suburbs-boost-black-voters

14:02 - A recent Detroit Free Press article says that there's too much commercialization in a Tigers home run celebration that features the staff from the Little Caesars guy and three pizzas. Has the ship sailed?

Editorial discussed: https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2024/04/03/tigers-home-run-celebration-little-caesars-marketing/73178705007/

23:24 - Metro Detroit has a pair of prestigious James Beard award winning finalists, we discuss.

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