Opportunity Detroit

Oct. 11, 2026 ~ Zach Riberdy, Connor Sports Marketing Director, tells Ann Thomas they are thrilled to be providing the "official basketball court" for the NCAA Men's Final Four coming to Detroit in April. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 11, 2026 ~ Paddy Lynch, Owner of Dutch Girls Donuts tells Ann Thomas his wife worked with him to open the second Dutch Girl Donuts on East Grand Boulevard in Detroit, and she did a great job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 11, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas is joined by Paddy Lynch, Ricky Blanding, and Zach Riberdy to discuss all things donuts, food waste, and NCAA Final Four flooring! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 11, 2026 ~ Ricky Blanding, CEO of Scrap Soils talks to Ann Thomas about his food waste collection business in Detroit and he says they are looking for donors to join the effort. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2026 ~ Heather Grondin, Gordie Howe Bridge Chief Relations Officer, checks in with Ann Thomas to talk about the bridge, and discusses the thousands of visitors they have welcomed walking across the bridge, and the new interpretive signs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2026 ~ Hilary Doe, Move Detroit President & CEO talks to Ann Thomas about her work helping to grow Detroit's population and discusses how rewarding it is to see people enjoying all the city has to offer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2026 ~ Aaron Velthoven, Detroit Free Press Race Director & Vice-President talks to Ann Thomas about this year's race weekend taking place October 16-18th and introduces a new half marathon in Detroit that will take place April 25th, 2027! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas chats with Aaron Velthoven, Detroit Free Press Race Director & Vice-President to discuss the race just around the corner, and preview a new race coming next spring. She also checks in with Heather Grondin, Gordie Howe Bridge Chief Relations Officer about how things have been going since the bridge opening, and talks to Hilary Doe, Move Detroit President & CEO about her...

Ann Thomas is joined by Claude Molinari to discuss the Michelin Guide coming to Detroit and upcoming major events like the Final Four. Then, Chris Risik shares details on the 11th annual On Demo Day and venture capital trends. Finally, Corey Bretton introduces Cosm Detroit, a new entertainment venue in Cadillac Square offering immersive sports and movie experiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

Cosm Senior Vice-President of Venues talks to Ann Thomas about the opening of Cosm Detroit located in Cadillac Square and he says this entertainment venue is a great place to watch your favorite teams throughout the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Founder & CEO of Renaissance Venture Capital talks to Ann Thomas about UnDemo Day set to take place on October 1st in Detroit and he says more than two hundred startups will be on hand to make their pitch to venture capitalists around the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President & CEO of Visit Detroit tells Ann Thomas he is thrilled that the MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes Ceremony is coming to Detroit next year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas explores the legacy of jazz legend Marcus Belgrave through a new documentary, as shared by Joan Belgrave. We also hear from Tiffany Gunter, CEO of SMART, about transit expansion in Hamtramck and a growing ridership. J.P. Jerome discusses game-day events at the Detroit City Distillery, and James Fiddler explains the Downtown Detroit Partnership’s recent Pinnacle Awar...

September 13, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas talks with James Fiddler about the Downtown Detroit Partnership winning the Pinnacle Award. They discuss the I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project and how community feedback shaped this effort to improve the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas chats with J.P. Jerome, co-owner and master distiller at Detroit City Distillery. They discuss game day tailgates at the production facility on Gratiot, the distillery’s 12-year history, and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

September 13, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas interviews Tiffany Gunter, the CEO of SMART, to discuss updates to the Metro Detroit transit system like the new Route 500, which connects Hamtramck and Detroit’s east side, and broader expansion plans for Wayne County. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson speaks with Joan Belgrave, the widow of legendary jazz trumpeter Marcus Belgrave, and discuss her new documentary "And Damn He Could Play". They discuss Marcus’s profound influence on music, his humble nature, his dedication to mentoring musicians in Detroit, and the powerful way he used his instrument to maintain his health. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Aug. 30, 2026 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the Detroit's University District will be offering home tours on Sept. 11 and 12, the Cars at the Station event at Michigan Central, and a Detroit home care business is expanding its services. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 31, 2026 ~ Edward Williams, director of A&E Home Care, joins host Ann Thomas to discuss his Detroit home care business that is expanding its business into non-emergency medical transportation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 30, 2026 ~ Cars at the Station returns to Michigan Central for its third year on Sept. 11-12, and Jiyan Cadiz, founder of Cars at the Station, joins host Ann Thomas to discuss the event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 30, 2026 ~ Miranda Suman, a Detroit-based General Motors automotive designer and historic preservationist, joins joins host Ann Thomas to talk about the University District's biennial home tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 23, 2026 ~ Host Ann Thomas previews the upcoming Detroit Jazz Festival, high school football starting later this week, and a new pizza place in town called Unc's Pizza. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 21, 2026 ~ On Friday, Aug. 28, that's coming up later in the week, WJR will air its first high school football game of the season: Cass Tech versus Michigan City at Wayne State University. Marty Dobek, executive director of the Detroit Sports Commission, joins host Ann Thomas to discuss the start of the high school sports season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswi...

Aug. 23, 2026 ~ Christopher Collins, Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation president and artistic director for the Detroit Jazz Fest, joins host Ann Thomas to discuss the 47th iteration of the musical event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 23, 2026 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Larry Kahn & Ann-Marie Murphy, two of the owners of Unc's Pizza, about their new restaurant that just opened in downtown Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.