Opportunity Detroit

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about local Detroit eateries and a new option for getting around the city! Guests include Konnor Petz, Erica Pietrzyk, and Thomas Adamczyk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 14, 2024 ~ The Connect Autonomous Vehicle shuttle service is up and running in Detroit. Konner Petz, the senior project manager, talks to host Ann Thomas about how people can catch a ride around town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ Planted Detroit Thomas Adamczyk talks to host Ann Thomas about how he started his company in 2018 that sells freshly made salads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ There’s a pierogi shop located in Gratiot Central Meat Market in Detroit, Pietrzyk Pierogi, which strives to be a business that employs, feeds, and supports the community it exists in, by creating nutrient-dense, ready-to-eat foods made with love. Host Ann Thomas spoke to owner Erica Pietrzyk about the restaurant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.co...

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about updates to the recently reopened Michigan Central, a new art exhibition in Detroit, and two Detroit shops celebrating their 15th anniversary. Guests include City Bird and Nest co-owner Emily Linn, NewLab COO Carolina Pluszczynski, and "The Stories of Us" co-founder Ashley Shaw Scott Adjaye. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ “The Stories of Us” is a public art exhibition running through Aug. 15 in Detroit at the Robert C. Valade Park. Bedrock’s Decked Out Detroit and the Downtown Detroit Partnership have partnered on this storytelling initiative. Ashley Shaw Scott Adjaye, co-founder of the exhibition, talks to host Ann Thomas about the exhibition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pc...

April 4, 2024 ~ The reopening of Detroit’s iconic train station, Michigan Central, is leading to the opening of another platform connected to Michigan Central. It’s called The NewLab, and Carolina Pluszczynski, COO of NewLab, talks to host Ann Thomas about the project. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ There are two great stores in Midtown Detroit, City Bird and Nest, and the owners are celebrating their 15th Anniversary. Emily Linn, co-owner and creative director of City Bird and Nest, talks to host Ann Thomas about her stores. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Opportunity Detroit ~ Full Episode ~ June 21, 2024 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 21, 2024 ~ Joe Muer Seafood is located along the Detroit River inside the Renaissance Center in Detroit. Over the last several months, some changes have been made at the restaurant. Joe Vicari, the CEO, talks to host Ann Thomas about the facelift. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

July 21, 2024 ~ The Michigan Science Center is located on the corner of Warren and John R. in Midtown Detroit and offers a fun, educational experience on a hot summer day. Dr. Christian Greer, president and CEO of the Michigan Science Center, talks to host Ann Thomas about the center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

July 21, 2024 ~ A Detroit tour company is launching the first ever Hip Hop History Tour of Detroit. Kris Hoff, president of Distinctively Detroit Tours, talks to Ann Thomas about what people can expect from the tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 14, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas previews upcoming events and projects in the city of Detroit, including Art Alleys and a major jazz festival. Guests include Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins, Downtown Detroit Partnership CEO Eric Larson, and city of Detroit Director of Arts and Culture Rochelle Riley. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:...

July 14, 2024 ~ Some big events are over for the year, but Detroit continues to welcome visitors from all over the world. Host Ann Thomas checks in with the CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership Eric Larson to see what’s happening in Motown for the rest of the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

July 10, 2024 ~ Construction is underway on Arts Alleys across Detroit, so host Ann Thomas checks in with Rochelle Riley, the director of arts and culture for the city of Detroit, to see what this is all about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 14, 2024 ~ The Detroit Jazzfest, the world’s largest free jazz festival, returns for a long Labor Day weekend this summer. Host Ann Thomas gets the details on the lineup from Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

June 23, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the upcoming Rocket Mortgage Classic golf tournament, home ownership in Detroit, and the groundbreaking of a new Michigan State University/Henry Ford Hospital health center. Guests include Rocket Mortgage Classic Executive Director Jason Langwell, Detroit Future City Director of Equitable Neighborhood Planning Shari Williams, and Henry Ford Health Presid...

June 23, 2024 ~ June is Home Ownership Month, so host Ann Thomas spoke with Shari Williams, director of equitable neighborhood planning at Detroit Future City, to talk about home ownership in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 23, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Rocket Mortgage Classic Executive Director Jason Langwell about the Detroit event taking place from June 27-30, including how to get tickets and all the events taking place as golf takes over the Motor City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the Oak & Reel restaurant in Detroit, the reopening of Michigan Central Station, and a new housing complex opening in the city. Guests include Ford Motor Co.'s Mark Truby, Oak & Reel Chef and co-owner Jared Gadbaw, and Pope Francis Center President and CEO Tim McCabe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

June 9, 2024 ~ The Pope Francis Center has opened the doors to its $40 million Bridge Housing Campus. Tim McCabe, President and CEO of the Pope Francis Center, talks to host Ann Thomas about this transformational project. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Jared Gadbaw, chef and co-owner of the Oak & Reel restaurant in Detroit, located on East Grand Boulevard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Ford Motor Co.’s Mark Truby about the re-birth of Detroit’s train station, now called Michigan Central Station, and the company's role in the rebuild. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 19, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the Eat Detroit event, VegFest at Eastern Market, and Small Business Month in Michigan. Guests include WJR host Mitch Albom, VegMichigan Program Manager Kim Korona, and Downtown Detroit Partnership CEO Eric Larsen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

May 19, 2024 ~ May is small business month in Michigan and Eric Larsen, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership, talks to host Ann Thomas about how the partnership can help small businesses succeed in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.