The Week That Was on Deadline Detroit

Craig is joined by regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit to discuss the big stories of the week.  Of course, the Coronavirus pandemic is front and center for everything we all are talking about right now.  

Today, Craig has thoughts about people like Glenn Beck, who suggests he'd "rather die" than see the economy fall apart due to the Coronavirus.  

Today, Craig discusses leadership in a time of crisis...and reminds us that it wasn't that long ago that we expected the President to provide it.  

Craig talks with Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber about how that organization is trying to help its members in this uncertain time.  Then, Craig talks to David Armin Parcells of Motor City Wine about how his small business is managing under tight orders from the Government.  

Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and Vaughn Derderian, Chair of the Oakland County Democratic Party about the latest news.  Coronavirus, the Democratic side of the Presidential contest, and the "schmuck of the week" are all on the agenda.  

Craig talks to Pat O'Keefe, CEO and Founder of Bloomfield Hills based O'Keefe, about the Coronavirus crisis, and how businesses large and small can try to ride out the storm.  Then, Craig is joined by Ned Staebler of TechTown Detroit about a new program giving emergency grants to small businesses in Detroit to help them stay afloat as their customer base dwindles.  

Today, Craig discusses the President's plan to put forth an 850 billion dollar stimulus package to combat the impact of the Coronavirus.  He hinted that it might include cash in people's pockets.

Craig sits down with regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and noted defense attorney Steve Fishman to discuss the big stories of the week.  Can you believe it has only been three days since the primary?  The Coronavirus has taken up all of the space, for good reason.  They discuss it all today. 

Craig talks with Allandra Bulger of Co. Act Detroit  about what it takes to help non-profits grow and thrive in Detroit.  

The title says it all...it's the annual lecture on the importance of having your voice heard. 

Craig is joined by regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of DeadlineDetroit.com, with special guest Coleman Young II.  Subjects include the upcoming Michigan Primary, the Coronavirus, the sudden closing and liquidation of Art Van, and our latest segment, "The Schmuck of the Week."  It's a tough competition this week.  

Craig talks to David Flynn, Senior Vice President for Public and Community Affairs for the Detroit Institute of Arts about the upcoming millage election next week...plus, Craig shares his thoughts on the candidate consolidation taking place on the Democratic side of the presidential race, and reminds voters to look at the bigger picture.  

Craig is joined by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, and attorney Steve Fishman to break down the news of the week.   We discuss the Coronavirus spread, the impact on the stock market, the Democratic debate, Kwame Kilpatrick, and our newest feature of the show, the "Schmuck of the Week."  

A recent comment by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that a possible Coronavirus vaccine might not be "affordable" for everyone got Craig thinking that this statement epitomizes what's wrong with our current health care system.   Democrats are all pushing for some form of universal health coverage but its often dismissed as an expensive pipe dream at best, or at worst,...

Craig speaks with Matthew Abel, Lead Counsel and founder of Cannabis Counsel in Detroit, and the head of NORML in Michigan about the confusion surrounding legal recreational marijuana in our area.  Different cities have different rules...some can't figure out what they want to do, and some are facing lawsuits for their indecision.  

Craig is joined by regular contributor Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and by Matthew Abel, the founder and senior partner of Cannabis Counsel.  Topics include Russian attempts to influence the 2020 elections and the fallout from a congressional briefing on the topic; this past week's Democratic debate in Nevada, the status of recreational marijuana in Detroit and Southeast Michigan, and...

Craig is joined by Victoria Kovari, Executive Director of Detroit Census 2020 about why the Census matters, and why it's so hard to get an accurate count in Detroit.  Plus, Craig has some thoughts on tonight's (Wednesday 2/19/10) Democratic Debate, and what's at stake.  

Craig recently spoke with Detroit Future City Executive Director Anika Goss about it's new Center for Equity, Engagement and Research.  They discuss ways to measure inclusion and equity when it comes to the resurgence of Detroit.  How can we make sure more people are included in the city's rebound, and what things should we be looking at to make sure it's happening?  

Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and Detroit attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar to discuss the big stories of the week.  Subjects include the controversy in the Justice department, the New Hampshire Primary, Fights in Lansing, and more.   

Craig talks to Andy Meisner, Oakland County Treasurer, and Democratic Candidate for Oakland County Executive.  Subjects include foreclosure prevention, job creation for returning citizens, the county's fiscal health, and more.   

Craig speaks with Eric Lupher, President of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan  about their latest research, which looks into the problem of underemployment, and the barriers that exist for many of those looking to improve their economic health.  

Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by Special guest, attorney and Former Democratic Nominee for Governor, Geoffrey Fieger for the weekly discussion of the week's news.  Topics this week (and they were all over the place) include The State of the Union, Trump's aquittal, auto insurance, and even attorney Mike Morse. 

Craig talks about Tuesday night's State of The Union Address delivered by President Trump, and also about what we should be thinking about in the wake of the Iowa Caucus.  

Craig is joined for his weekly news roundup by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer, and also by noted defense attorney Steve Fishman.  Topics this week include the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump in the US Senate; the State of the State address delivered this week by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer; the upcoming Iowa Caucuses, and much more.   As u...

Craig talks about the future of retail businesses in Detroit with Sarah Donnelly, Director of Retail Services for TechTown Detroit.   As the city works to rebuild neighborhoods, attracting retailers is a big part of that effort...but traditional brick and mortar stores are dealing with a changing business climate.  Sarah Donnelly talks about programs that are designed to help.