Daily Detroit

Two main topics today. 00:45 The University of Michigan won without their head coach, Jim Harbaugh, on the sidelines. The whole alleged scandal is the talk of the nation when it comes to sports. Jer and Fletcher dive in. 16:59 - The Lions won on Sunday over the Chargers in a way that's starting to win over even the most hardened souls. Apologies for the late posting today. We've been working on ou...

Author and journalist Mickey Lyons is one of the people you want to know if you want your finger on the pulse of drinking, dining and merriment in Detroit. She's our guest today and we talk about the changed landscape, new trends, and more in Southeast Michigan.    Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitona...

Happy Friday! Devon O'Reilly joins in talk about Thanksgiving song ideas from you, salad suggestions, and autonomous vehicle challenges.  Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit  Or those who...

Metro Detroit may have been a very different place if a dedicated subway, light rail or elevated system had been built at one of the many opportunities, all the way up to the 1970s. I talk with the author of the "Lost Subways of North America," which covers our continent's aversion to mass transit. But it's not all doom and gloom - some cities are stepping forward, and Detroit and Metro Detroit ca...

Detroit Red Wings fan Norris Howard is in. 02:47 - There's a new deal that'll put Detroit City FC on national television more often, as well as the league they're playing in. Adding the league to CBS, Golazo and Paramount+ should help increase exposure to the area and the team. 09:23 - There's a debate in Lansing about solar panels and if the Michigan Public Service Commission can override local z...

Fletcher Sharpe is in as we talk about new developments we've learned around the stuck District Detroit land deal next to Comerica Park. Should the county use sale funds - as developers want - to upgrade the baseball stadium? More: https://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2023/11/02/tigers-owners-comerica-park-renovations-land-deal And here, too: https://www.freep.com/story/money/business/2023/11/05/il...

The Detroit Music Hall is embarking on a massive expansion. We talk details with Vince Paul, the president and artistic director who has brought a big, bold, world-class vision to the project. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our mem...

Devon O'Reilly joins us for Friday, and we start with the hunt for a good Maurice salad. If you don't know, the Maurice was the signature salad of Hudson's from back in the day. Do you know where to find one? 02:20 - The hunt for the Maurice Salad 06:20 - An excursion west to Coldwater to ride a hertiage train, the Little River Railroad 09:57 - The new trailhead of the Joe Louis Greenway opened th...

Michigan's 2019 auto reform hasn't worked out as expected. Brandon Hewitt from Michigan Auto Law joins us to talk about a step forward the state legislature is taking, and some ways to look at actually reducing the costs of auto insurance. Website: https://www.michiganautolaw.com/ Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to...

Toyota fast follows the UAW pay raises - will unionization work at more automakers? A study shows Michigan is among the least interested in being cashless. And it looks like a mall is for sale. How could we use the space malls occupied, better? Norris Howard joins us as he does on Wednesdays. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: ht...

Today's show is in four parts. First, we quickly talk about EMU Alumni Maxx Crosby's gift to their athletic department. Second, the Lions won on Monday Night against the Las Vegas Raiders. Somebody needs to sign that woman who caught Jahmyr Gibbs! Third, does sign stealing even matter in football? Fletcher brings a players perspective to a controversy that has a lot of people hot and bothered. And...

Ford, Stellantis and General Motors all now have tentative deals with the UAW. But the longterm impact may just be beginning as labor's strength grows politically. Mike Podhorzer, former AFL-CIO political director, joins me to talk about just that. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify:...

Recorded live from Castalia... a Friday episode of your Daily Detroit. Devon O'Reilly is back and we talk about everything from details on a large development in Detroit's New Center, to Kate Upton's new canned cocktail, to the launch of a new orange dream Faygo - and would love your ideas how we turn it into a drink.  Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Foll...

A special edition of the podcast, also available in video format. Detroit City FC beat the odds and beat Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1-0, advancing in the USL Championship playoffs. Fletcher Sharpe, Norris Howard, and Jer talk about how they won, how the rest of the teams in the league are doing for the playoffs, and what chances the club has at Lynn Family Stadium, the home of Louisville City FC. this...

Norris Howard joins in. The UAW strike now has ran longer than the 2019 walk-out. How far will it go? If you're on the line, how are you feeling? If this keeps going, how might things be impacted long term in Metro Detroit? Plus, Detroit is getting a new indoor recreation area on the east side - under a dome.  And your listener feedback, from libraries to the riverfront to the Joe Louis Greenway....

00:34 - GP Park is looking at some new zoning to turn owned and occupied housing into (maybe) parking. Change is inevitable, but aren't there better ways for one of the region's few walkable neighborhoods? 11:52 - Caribou Coffee is coming to Ferndale 13:40 - Inn Season is closed for good in Royal Oak after 40+ years 17:40 - An unexpected side effect of the closure of the Awrey's facility is that S...

A lot to process from this weekend. 00:17 We start the show talking about the tragic death of community leader Samantha Woll. There's national attention, and we hope somehow the good she did is remembered. 07:36 - The Uniroyal Section of the Detroit Riverwalk opened this weekend. Jer was there, and we discuss the long-term impact of it. 15:59 - Coming off a hard loss, the Lions need to rebound for...

Somehow, we figured out how to get four Daily Detroit contributors in one room! Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit, Fletcher Sharpe and Shianne Nocerini joined me at the Cambria Hotel's soon-to-open modern Mediterranean fusion restaurant CIBO. Thursday night was their official "grand opening," though the hotel and amenities like 5 Iron Golf have been soft open for awhile. This renovation of WWJ's...

Today's guest is Eric Larson, the CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership. The organization brings together the business community, philanthropy and government to work on and create improvements in downtown Detroit - which is not just the major downtown for the city but in many ways - the region. 02:56 - Mural talk 05:32 - The NFL Draft is coming. What's ahead? 07:29 - Downtown progress since the...

Norris Howard is in like he is every Wednesday talking all things Metro Detroit. 02:07 - The Belle Isle Boathouse is danger of being demo'd by the Michigan DNR. Should it be saved? And should we think about Belle Isle differently so we have the cash to support these historic structures? We disagree on some of this. Also, do we need a ferry? Article: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/...

Workers at Detroit's three casinos are on strike. We catch you up on the situation, and talk to people on the picket line about their concerns. If you're a casino visitor, we'd love to hear from you about what you think. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroit...

Today's show is in three parts. 00:50 - A strike against Detroit's three casinos looms as the contract expires tonight at midnight. The 3,700 workers represented by a council of unions would go on strike at noon tomorrow if there's not a deal, and it would have a big budget impact on the city of Detroit.  05:56 - Fletcher Sharpe talks about how the Lions are a complete team and what's different no...

Welcome to Friday! Devon O'Reilly joins us as he does each week. Save the date! Happy Hour on October 25.  01:02 We talk about Toast of the Town last week 03:43 Hot Bones! A new bone broth and yoga/pilates spot is opening up in Detroit's Milwaukee Junction. Though they don't serve booze, Devon of course has a cocktail recommendation (the Bullshot) 07:56 There's a new Michigan talent website that's...

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Norris Howard is in the co-host seat. 01:01 - Michiganders should be ready for fall 02:04 - The "Whaling Wall" on the Broderick facing Comerica Park in downtown Detroit is beloved by some online. As again, it's "Whale discourse" season with a new ad covering the mural. But is it by the city? Some very real talk about the whales, art, and some ideas to make you think about representation and how it...