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Fletcher Sharpe joins in - We had to slip in a more serious story into the show, as the smokestack of the incinerator has been a part of our Detroit experience as long as we can remember. Good riddance. Also, there's changes in sports media as the NFL continues to gobble up lots of the oxygen, and the The Athletic makes some layoffs to adjust. Javy Báez need to figure out how to hit a baseball And we see some optimism with the tie in Charleston for Detroit City FC. Now, if we can just activate the offense and get Ben Morris to remember where the back of the net is. We look ahead to Hartford and Memphis. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today we talk the new Tocororo in Eastern Market, a quick Northern Lights reopening review, Malek Al-Kabob in Dearborn and Taylor, there's more Wing Snobs coming, and hotel progress. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Taylor Swift is coming to Detroit this weekend, but it's only the beginning of a ton of fun events in Detroit. Yes, there's Taylor - and we discuss with Chris Moyer of Visit Detroit not only impact but his favorite Taylor Swift inspired drink. But there's also a Tigers homestand, Motor City Pride, events at Pewabic, Jazzin at the Vanity, The Indian Village Home Tour, The Michigan Glass Project, and more. Thanks to our local Edward Jones Financial Advisor for sponsoring this episode: https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/jerry-mangona Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is in four parts. - First, Norris Howard talks about Michigan's new hands-free driving law and the impacts. https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-government/hands-free-distracted-driving-law-takes-effect-june-30-michigan - Then, Detroit's office spaces are reportedly 50 percent physically empty, and the pivot is to residential as the whole hybrid / work from home thing is more sticky than first thought. https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate-insider/what-would-10000-housing-units-do-downtown-detroit - Water mains are breaking all over the city as demand for water is up. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2023/06/06/detroit-water-main-breaks-increase-amid-lack-of-rainfall-17-days-without-rain/70292821007/ - And then, Dr. Paul Thomas from Plum Direct Primary Care shares what to know about the terrible air quality that Metro Detroit is suffering due to more than 150 wildfires in Quebec. The numbers for a time put Detroit among the most polluted places in the world. Canada's on pace for a record number of wildfires, so there may be more to come. Dr. Paul Thomas explains what you need to know, what to look out for, and who should be most concerned. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Often there are stories about "two Detroits," but that also extends into Metro Detroit. A survey out last week from the Gallup Center on Black Voices and the Detroit Regional Chamber is kind of revealing when it comes to Detroit, Metro Detroit, the needs of the people in those communities, and how they perceive things. This first resident survey that I think revealed a lot of interesting topics, and I hope it's done again next year. Norris Howard is on to help break it down. Full survey: https://www.detroitchamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023-Detroit-Resident-Voices-Survey-Report-updated.pdf Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is a busy one. First, we talk about the signage situation on Belle Isle beach, as there was an E.Coli outbreak and swimmers, according to reports, didn't know. So what level of signage should there be? More: https://www.wxyz.com/news/belle-isle-beach-is-close-due-to-e-coli-but-hundreds-are-still-there-this-weekend The Detroit Grand Prix ran their first downtown race in awhile over the weekend. We share first thoughts, and are generally positive on the locale change and future possibilities. Fletcher Sharpe gets to weigh in on the hiring of Monty Williams by the Detroit Pistons as well as the addition of top assistant Stephen Silas. And Detroit City FC is rumored to be signing long-time rival Dario Suarez to help give their offense a boost. We break the proposed trade down. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Catching up as we do every Friday, but this time at the end of a long week in the tail moments of the Mackinac Policy Conference. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

It's not news that the city of Detroit has one of highest tax rates in metro Detroit, Michigan and the country. What is news is a new land value tax plan to help change that and get, officials say, a nearly thirty percent cut on property taxes for most Detroit homeowners (and a huge increase on people who own undeveloped vacant land: speculators, downtown parking lots, scrap yard owners, and more). On your Daily Detroit for Thursday, June 1, 2023 - we're going to dig in to it with someone who is going to know the ins and outs better than anyone I could think of - Jay Rising, the CFO for the city of Detroit. Here's the full proposal if you want to take a look for yourself: https://detroitmi.gov/departments/office-chief-financial-officer/land-value-tax-plan These high tax rates are something that discourages people and families from buying and building in the city; and means that many companies just won't give Detroit a look for locating here. This plan would put Detroit, as far as property taxes, in the middle of the pack in metro detroit. It's not just about missed development, but the current system costs the city money. Currently, there are benefits to letting your property rot. The mayor calls it a lottery ticket - you pay almost nothing, but if your land ends up being in a place someone needs, there's big gains to be made. It's why so much land is locked up by out of town investors with no intention of doing anything with it. This land value tax plan would require a change in state law and a vote of the residents of the city, but would give cities in Michigan the option to increase the tax on land and decrease it on buildings. There's support from both legislative leadership and a number of heavy hitters like the Metro Detroit black business alliance and the Kresge foundation. but it was clear from our listeners that there are so many questions after the proposal was unveiled on Wednesday by Detroit mayor Mike Duggan. The details matter. So let's unpack it the best we can a day out with Detroit's Chief Financial Officer, Jay Rising. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

In this conversation at the Detroit Policy Conference, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner gets into what she's doing to keep sewage out of our water systems and lakes, projects they're working on, issues with Highland Park's water debt, the idea of Detroit and Grosse Pointe putting in direct release valves for sewage overflow into the waterways, and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is in two parts. First, we do a first look and quick review of the new Mackinac Island Pizza as we've landed at the Mackinac Policy Conference. It is, according to the marketing materials, inspired by a Detroit pizza legend. Does it live up to the hype? Then, Fletcher Sharpe breaks down a second win in a row for Detroit City FC which is seeing a bit of resurgence, especially as Maxi Rodriguez is stepping up. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Lots to talk about on the this Friday before the holiday week. But we start with something that shook us to our core - what if Rock and Rye isn't really Rock and Rye? Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

It's not that the robots and automation is coming. It's here. The question is now what are the opportunities and how can Metro Detroit capitalize on our advantages? The Automate Show is in Detroit, bringing 28,000 registered attendees focused on automation, robotics and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Norris Howard joins us in the co-host seat today. We talk about an article that a bunch of you texted and emailed in about - Detroit possibly losing the title as America's Blackest city. https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/2023/05/23/detroit-largest-black-city-census-population-duggan/70235685007/ Time has run out on the Stone Soap building - and it's running out on a number of older buildings in the city. What can be saved? Should it be saved? https://detroit.urbanize.city/post/stone-soap-building-set-demo Vegan soft serve spot Cold Truth is the center of controversy again - this time, for slipping in a customers DMs about their lack of tipping. More: https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2023/05/24/owner-of-midtown-ice-cream-shop-tracks-down-customer-on-social-media-for-not-leaving-tip/ And, AM radio is staying in cars - proving that Tesla is cute and all but when Ford makes a move like removing AM radio, people pay attention. Like wanna make laws about it attention. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is a two-parter. First, we preview the upcoming Live Glassblowing Arts and Music Festival put together by the MIchigan Glass Project. Allison Key joins me for that. Then, we talk to a listener from far away who surprised us with a visit to the Visit Detroit Hometown Tourist Day. It's a personal conversation about Slovak heritage, connections to Detroit, and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

A bit of a mailbag episode as we answer some of your questions. Always can send them in at dailydetroit - at- gmail -dot- com. We saved the sports questions for Fletcher Sharpe! 00:47 What's next for the Pistons now there's no Wemby and it's the fifth pick in the NBA draft? 04:12 Is it worth it to watch the Detroit Tigers this year? 06:52 Former MSU star QB Brian Lewerke returns to the state of Michigan. Why hasn't he been able to find his footing up til now? 09:47 What do you look for in college for an NFL-level player? 14:45 What did Fletcher get wrong about the Detroit City game where DCFC beat San Antonio FC 1-0? And it turns out, maybe Tommy McCabe wasn't brought here to score goals but to be defensive. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show is a special one as we had the chance to catch up with Carla Hall of Top Chef, Food Network and The Chew fame. She was doing a great thing at the Durfee school on Detroit's near west side honoring lunchroom heroes and making biscuits. Hootie Hoo! Plus Devon and Jer talk about four stories around town. It's grand opening and grand closing for Flaming Embers at what seems to be a cursed corner for bars at Woodward and Grand Circus Park. Turns out Jer and Engineer Randy went the last night and didn't know it. We discuss maybe some changes and improvements that could be made there and to the park to help draw fans around the area. We're getting closer to what we predicted, which was an Apple Store for downtown Detroit The old Chung's building has been sold It's gonna be on us to create interesting things to make sure Detroit and Metro Detroit don't lose population Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

00:22 - A freighter has run aground at Belle Isle as we recorded this 02:33 - A new electric vehicle charging corridor is going in from Quebec to Kalmazoo 14:45 - Speaking of Quebec, they have a new kind of traffic light that changes color depening on if you're following the speed limit 18:15 Detroit wants to roll out 100 more license plate readers 24:51 What could be done to fix up Comerica Park? The bones are good but we discuss some ideas and would love to hear yours 32:49 Events around town - Flower Day is this weekend, SW Greenway opens soon, and Ferndale Pride Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

An old favorite is back after three years in the city of Detroit, and we talk about the new Bakehouse46 in Ferndale and the Berkley Coffee and Oak Park Dry. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things Detroit sports. 00:42 Monty Williams is on the coaching board after being fired by Mat Ishbia. Could he land in Detroit? Would it be good? 07:18 Fletcher headed down to Ford Field to see the Panthers 11:29 International match between Crystal Palace FC and Sevilla coming to Comerica Park 16:35 Detroit City FC's women side and strong attendance numbers 18:43 The men's Detroit City FC side got embarassed by Tampa Bay last weekend 5-1, and powerful San Antonio is up next. What can be done? We may need to wait to let DCFC build up a bit as the transition to the USL Championship may be harder than some first thought. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Recording live at Campus Martius - your Daily Detroit! Randy and Devon both went to Alpino in their opening days and come back with a hot review. Then, Jer, Devon and Randy share their favorite Detroit tourist spots, in the theme of Hometown Tourist Day. And finally, a couple of pieces of hotel news including a construction update and a brand change for one of Detroit's most beautiful. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Bob Seger and Aretha Franklin made stuff here. And so could you, as a historic studio from the 1930s is being rehabbed on Detroit's east side at Cadieux and East Warren. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Introducing a voice you'll hear more often on the show, Norris Howard - from Hometown Tourist day in Campus Martius Park. We talk about his history growing up in Detroit, why he like the project, and some of the best places around town include his coney pick. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

On today's show Shianne brings a drink from TikTok to try; We discuss a ton of concerts for sale for just $25 and which ones we'd go to; and Bikes and Coffee in Detroit's Woodbridge is closing. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things sports from his thumbs down for the current Pistons coach options, to the Ishbia incident to the Michigan Panther and Detroit City FC who pulled off a tie on Saturday. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

We cover a ton of things from trying a Michigan booze that should have stayed a beer, where exactly we think the NFL Draft will be located in Detroit, Engineer Randy dined at BESA and has thoughts, we preview Detroit Hometown Tourist day plus some things to do around town. Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Robin Runyan from Urbanize joins us on today's show to talk all things Detroit development. There's areas of downtown that should have buildings on them and we focus in on Bricktown Her take on the Book Depository building Piquette Flats will be underway in Milwaukee Junction And an update on the State Fair Transit Center and some questions we still have - like the limited connection to suburban buses Read all her things at: https://detroit.urbanize.city/ Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Highland Park is, again, on the brink of bankruptcy. This time, over water bills. Eric Lupher, president of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan, joins us to talk about the plight of Highland Park and a number of small cities in Michigan that just aren't big enough to provide a full set of services - and what to do about them. Reading material: https://crcmich.org/bankruptcy-will-not-solve-highland-parks-financial-problems Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Busy show today. Shianne remembers one of her favorite artists, Gordon Lightfoot. Then, we talk about the allegedly sus suds situation with Founders failed Detroit foray. Caribou Coffee is brining back a blast of nostalgia with their return to Michigan with 50 stores Jer shares a few of his favorite NYC food picks including Ci Siamo and one with a local tie. And a Julia Child exhibit is coming to the Henry Ford Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Our show is in three parts. First, the Detroit Lions and their overall draft strategy, plus how D'Andre Swift ended up in the best position possible. Fletcher went to the Michigan Panthers home opener at Ford Field and came back happy with the experience. And, changes on the field need to happen at Detroit City FC - so what's next. Maybe some signings to make up for what was lost in the offseason, as we now know what we lost on offense? Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Today's show covers a lot of ground. First, where we've been. We talk about Fishbones, still tickin' after all these years in Detroit's Greektown. Then Brooklyn/NYC topics. A fun thing, discussing Detroit-style pizza there and whether or not you're team hot honey. Then more serious as we get into what real population density looks like, the hard decisions for development where in order to build affordably there have to be subsidies, and a different way to look at transit (which ties into that density piece). Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

Shianne and Jer checked out NewLab Detroit Then Shianne also went to a tour of the water intake processing plant in Detroit's Waterworks Park And finally we talk about the long-awaited Sahara coming to District Detroit Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

And we're back! Detroit City FC lost 3-1 to Minnesota in the open cup, and 1-0 to Sacramento. We discuss what's going on, what's at the root of the issue and more. Plus, Fletcher Sharpe shares why he thinks it's dumb to suspend Jameson Williams. Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit The show is off on Monday because of travel, but back on the air Tuesday.

We cover a ton on our Friday edition of your Daily Detroit. Whether it's a step into the new-ish Detroit Public Theater, a tip on a new Indian spot in Oak Park, a new dog-focused beer garden in West Village called Barkside, or an anime-inspired DJ experience with a Miami- and Vegas themed restaurant downstairs, today we're looking at some of the new things to check out around Metro Detroit. Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit The show is off on Monday because of travel, but back on the air Tuesday.

Hey all - this episode is kinda heavy. We talk about the violence in Greektown over the weekend (and other parts of the city), and get into why it is a systemic and generational tragedy that is both rooted in and creates more trauma. The deal for the Vanity Ballroom on East Jefferson fell through, so if it's going to be saved work needs to happen with quickness. GM's made the decision to delete Apple CarPlay - it's got a lot of people up in arms. We discuss why people just want to use what they want to use and just aren't that interested in yet another system. And we leave out with a remembrance for the original studio dog who sadly passed on over the weekend. She was silently often in the background of most of the shows. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

A very busy Monday. First, Fletcher and Jer head to Detroit's west side to meet up with Undisputed Middleweight Boxing Champion and Flint, Michigan native Claressa Shields to talk to her ahead of her bout, the first boxing match ever, at Little Caesars Arena. We talk everything from the match to favorite foods to what people need to know about Flint. On the backside of the show we cover: Michigan Panthers opening day performance down in Houston Detroit City's tie vs. The Miami FC and look ahead to Sacramento Republic FC this weekend And the Jackson House, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. planned the march on Selma, will be moved from Alabama to Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford in Dearborn. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

We talk about where we've been including El Moore, Seasons - and realizing from some listeners people don't know what the Old Miami is. Plus, we answer a listener question on why growth matters in Metro Detroit and Michigan. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Today's show is in two parts. First, the historic stone eagle has landed. After the original was destroyed by lightning, it was decided to give the Hurlbut Gate at Detroit's Waterworks Park a glow-up by the Great Lakes Water Authority. I was there for the installation this morning and talked to Doug Atkinson about it. Then, it's makerspace time. i3Detroit has been building community in Ferndale and now they've basically doubled their footprint with all kinds of new stuff for creative minds to work with, thanks to a grant from the MEDC. i3Detroit president Matt Arnold joins me to talk about it, and an upcoming grand opening of the space. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

One of our favorite events of the year is Ferndale Pride - and it'll be here before you know it. And before then, there's a ton of fun events to check out as well. To get the 411 on this inclusive summer fun, Julia Music who heads it up is in studio. Also, we'll see you there with our 10-foot plus tall Daily Detroit pride arch! Ferndale Pride website: https://www.ferndalepride.com/ We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

By most metrics, Michigan and Metro Detroit are stagnant as far as population. Economically, we are slipping behind. Young talent continues to leave. Instead of wallowing in it, how to fix it? It's going to take some change. A change in priorities of what we fund and support on the state level. A change in how we build and think about communities. And a realization that what got us here won't get us there. Lou Glazer from Michigan Future joins me for a conversation that, agree or disagree, I think will make you think. More: https://michiganfuture.org/ We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

The building Dutch Girl Donuts was in is being sold; Dwane Casey is out as head coach for the Detroit Pistons; Fletcher and listeners react; Plus we look at the pieces of the Detroit City FC season that just aren't fitting together to make a cohesive whole. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

From the surprise closure of Jolly Pumpkin Dearborn to three projects in Grand Circus Park to a cheese wheel pasta pop-up, we've got your Friday covered. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

It's Opening Day! We talk about a number of stories around Metro Detroit, from bus service changes at SMART and DDOT, to a Grand Prix track concern, to a champion eater coming to Detroit to a link from a listener to petition to make Vernors the state pop. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Today's episode is in two parts. First, a post-tour discussion with Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit on the historic Book Tower. The $300 million renovation is nearing completion, including residences, a hotel and more. Then, to Keyworth for a post-match recap and look ahead as Detroit City FC got by Gold Star Detroit FC 1-0 in the US Open Cup. Fletcher Sharpe and Norris Howard joined me for that. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

The Detroit Brew Trail is a great way to explore the many pints Metro Detroit has to offer. Chris Moyer from Visit Detroit is in studio to talk about it. More: https://visitdetroit.com/the-detroit-brew-trail-is-here/ We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

We went to Chicken Guy! on opening weekend in Livonia and are back with an honest review with Engineer Randy Walker. Plus, Fletcher Sharpe talks about the tanking Pistons - but he's hopeful. And Detroit City FC's offense is sputtering, we look ahead to Gold Star FC in the US Open Cup on Tuesday and Louisville City on Saturday. What do they need to do to change the tide? We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Did you know that in 1935 Detroit had the most epic year in American sports history, when it comes to winning? Champions Day is on April 18th - but on April 16th there will be a party to celebrate it. Who better to talk about it than veteran radio host and podcaster James Flanagan and author of a number of books on the subject, Charles Avison. Their podcast is here: https://www.detroitcityofchampions.com/ We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Busy show. Pie Sci is expanding to Oak Park, Liberty Bar + Poutinery is in Pontiac and Randy enjoyed it, the Detroit Institute of Bagels has reopened. We discuss. And do you ever have the urge to run south of the border to Waffle House? Plus, Fletcher is in to talk about the Oneil Fisher signing (he's been on the Jamaican national team and has a lot of MLS experience), preview the Saturday match against RGV Toros FC and the Tuesday Open Cup match against Gold Star FC. For the first time in a long time, Jer, Shianne, Randy and Fletcher are all in on the same episode. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Normally, Devon is in on Fridays but he grabbed a pour-over and headed into the studio for a Wednesday edition of the show. We talk about District Detroit's incentives getting almost unanimous approval by city council - and even the dissent was clear to say they're pro-business and pro-development. Plus, word is the Lions are considering a move from their Allen Park training facility and business headquarters. https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/03/lions-considering-moving-team-headquarters-from-longtime-facility-in-allen-park.html We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Robin Runyan is here from Urbanize Detroit to talk local Detroit and Metro Detroit development. We touch on the Book Tower and many other projects. Before and after work at the Book Tower being done by Bedrock: https://detroit.urbanize.city/post/photos-and-after-book-towers-historic-transformation Plus, the show ends with a little Tigers talk. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Today's show has a few topics. First, we get word that more than 20 Burger Kings in Metro Detroit are on the closing block, impacting more than 400 workers. Then we discuss - as some stories put Flint in Metro Detroit - is Flint Metro Detroit? Where is the line? Would love your feedback. Detroit City FC had a disappointing home opener, losing 1-0 to Indy Eleven. Fletcher Sharpe breaks it down, what needs to change, and looks ahead to Rio Grande Valley next week. Then, a quick word on the proposed NFL rule changes by the Detroit Lions. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for Patreon members, so support our work today! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.