Daily Detroit

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 If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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 If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9?si=757ee1f8c6ba4461 If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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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? If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you love what we're doing, consider support us at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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! If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9?si=f0b2edfb5e714f31

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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 You can follow Ethan here on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BakuliEthan If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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/ If you want to win Detroit City FC season tickets, enter here: https://forms.gle/HhByyaEKS9MzrsMt8 If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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/ As always: If you have ideas for the show, or want to support, get in touch at dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com. Love getting them. If you'd like to support the show as a one-time thing: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Or become an awesome Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit We also have a newsletter: https://dailydetroit.substack.com/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. Enter here: https://forms.gle/h8BvEpRbA5RKuEow6 If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you'd like to financially support what we're doing: One-time: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Become a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit Or email dailydetroit -at- gmail dot com for underwriting opportunities.

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 [email protected] If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. If you'd like to financially support what we're doing: One-time: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Become a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit Or email dailydetroit -at- gmail dot com for underwriting opportunities.

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. Support the show: One time: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit As a recurring member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit Also, we have a newsletter with headlines and the stories to know around town: https://dailydetroit.substack.com/ If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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 Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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 If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. Also thanks to our supporters: One-time on BuyMeACoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Our members on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows.

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. You can support us financially: As a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As a one-time thing, buying us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts. If you'd like to support the show and maybe get Devon to play the piano: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit

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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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts. If you'd like to support the show:

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. If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts. If you'd like to support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit

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. If you'd like to support the show: On a one-time basis: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Or monthly as a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit If this is your first time meeting the show, don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts.