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Should the NHL take concussions more seriously? // Lions vibe deteriorating // Steinwascher returns

Fletcher Sharpe is in studio to talk about the Lions, Dylan Larkin’s situation, and Detroit City FC re-signing Nate Steinwascher.  01:03 – Detroit City FC re-signs Nate Steinwascher, more to come  06:16 – The vibe is deteriorating with the Lions. There’s time to pull up, but they need to stop making mistakes. 14:25 – We dsicuss the idea that maybe the NHL and hockey in general needs to take concussions more seriously, and that violence is part of what makes sports popular in America. F...

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Lessons learned running a bar in Detroit since 2005

What does it take to run a bar and restaurant? When Owen Burke and his business partner Tony Piraino first ran a bar called Pulse in 2005, the building they were leasing got demolished by the city for future progress.  So they changed concepts, got a hold of a historic building in Greektown, and opened Firebird Tavern in 2013. A decade in one concept is quite the accomplishment in their industry. And recently, they expanded with a second location in Troy, Michigan. In this honest con...

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Why developers turn apartments into condos, hotels // Trying Craig's Coffee

Happy Friday! Three topics for today’s show: >> What we’re drinking: Craig’s Coffee. The independent shop recently opened on Peterboro near Cass, and Devon popped in to try it and bring some to the studio (NOT sponsored) Thanks to today’s sponsor, Castalia at Sfumato. https://www.castaliacocktails.com/ Stories: >> There’s a change in rail proposals that would connect Toledo, Cleveland, Metro Airport and Detroit via Amtrak. Literally, thanks Ohio – as it’s part of a wider plan lobbied...

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Trying Kiss Detroit Rock City rum // Randy's first QLINE ride // New shops?

Happy Wednesday! Engineer Randy Walker is in the studio today filling in for Norris Howard who is on the road this week. 00:56 – We try Kiss – themed Detroit Rock City rum. Because why not? 05:39 – Randy’s lived in the city of Detroit proper for about a year now, but the other night was his first QLINE experience, and although in the region for years his first Noel Night. We talk about it. 12:13 – There’s a series of shops teased to come to downtown Detroit, we discuss. 20:05 – Engin...

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Shianne's small and local business shopping tips across Metro Detroit

Producer Shianne Nocerini is a bit of a lover of shopping local, so she’s in the Daily Detroit studio at Techtown to share some of her favorites to the North, East, South and West. Plus, we talk about her checking out the Frozen musical (playing now), Noel Night highlights and the difference between a Sousaphone and a Tuba. 00:58 – Frozen musical preview 05:02 – Sousaphone vs tuba and my mis-instrumenting 06:18 – Noel Night highlights 09:28 – Shianne’s small business Metro Detroit...

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Jim Leyland Hall of Fame love // Can the Pistons pull up? // Lions, Michigan talk

Hello and welcome back from the weekend. Today’s show is a busy one. 00:41 – Lions talk as they beat the Saints. There’s pluses and minuses. 08:43 – Michigan is going to face Alabama after crushing Iowa. Some first takes. 13:19 – The Pistons are losing a lot. Like, a lot a lot. Could be a record amoung of losing. What’s next? 18:48 – Jim Leyland, former Detroit Tigers manager, has been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Well deserved, and we discuss. Feedback as always – dailyde...

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First look inside The Library Bar at the historic David Whitney Building // Alba soft opens in Corktown

And so much more...

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Inside new spots in Detroit, Dan Gilbert pushes for regional transit

Happy Friday, and welcome to the weekend! Busy show as Devon O’Reilly is back after the holiday weekend. 02:45 – There’s a new bar going into the David Whitney Building that is steeped in the history of the structure, the man behind it, and will have a library vibe. 06:24 – Alba in Corktown has soft opened in the former Astro space. Jer tried it, we discuss. 10:06 – Hamilton’s restaurant has opened in the Godfrey Hotel. 12:13 – A quick reminder that Noel Night is this weekend! http...

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In-depth: America's first wireless electric charging road

The first wireless electric charging road in the United States – where, with the right equipment, you can drive on it and charge while moving – has opened in Detroit’s Corktown. Using technology by Electreon and deployed at Michigan Central, it seems only appropriate for this first quarter mile to be here. Me and Norris Howard discuss the technology, the implications, the possibilities, the challenges and more in this single-topic episode of your Daily Detroit. We’re not sure if this w...

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BONUS: First take on new Detroit City FC head coach Danny Dichio

I know we promised fewer shows this week but Detroit never stops. Danny Dichio was named the new head coach of Detroit City FC on Wednesday, taking over from Trevor James on the sidelines. If you didn’t know, James is moving to the role of Sporting Director for the USL Championship club. Fletcher Sharpe and me share our first reactions and do some prognosticating as a major contract option deadline is Thursday.  Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail – dot – com or 313-789-32...

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150 Days ‘til NFL Draft in Detroit // Maeda to Tigers // Michigan & Lions

The rundown: 01:13 – Fletcher Sharpe shares an amazing catch in High School Football 04:17 – Michigan wins and how they’re like Kintsugi pottery 12:33 – Lions lose on Thanksgiving. Should we be stressed? Do we need more out of Jared Goff? 17:04 – Amon-Ra St. Brown fined 5% of his salary. Is the physicality of the NFL changing? 20:40 – The Tigers reportedly sign pitcher and AL Cy Young runner-up Kenta Maeda. 23:20 – The NFL Detroit is coming to Detroit in 150 days. Jer and Fletche...

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Is Detroit welcoming? // More solar in Detroit

Lots of listener feedback and some parade talk in this episode with Norris Howard. 00:26 – Detroit Thanksgiving parade memories, like when Chilly Willy flew away to Belle Isle.  03:41 – We discuss feedback on a previous segment on solar power. 09:23 – And then get into a program to add 250 acres of solar panels in the neighborhoods of Detroit. 15:24 – A listener asks if Detroit is welcoming after a recent experience where they were told “they don’t belong.” We get into a touch subjec...

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Helping women to run for office (ft. Vote Run Lead Action)

Women make up a slight majority of our population – but in general, make up nowhere near that percentage of our elected leaders. Vote Run Lead Action hopes to change that through training, support resources and more. I caught up with their Founder and CEO, Erin Vilardi as well as their Michigan Director, Christine Maul at the Renaissance Center during their Run/51 Summit over the weekend. Website: https://voterunlead.org/  Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail – dot – com or 313...

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The Lions and Wolverines win anyway (plus predictions)

The Detroit Lions and Michigan Wolverines win. Fletcher Sharpe gets into the ups, the downs, and what’s next for both football teams. 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 do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit...

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Casinos, workers strike a deal // Better international train service? // A step toward Bus Rapid Transit in Detroit

Plus... what if Detroit had built a subway? A new book explores the idea

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RIP Boston Market // Hello Mad Nice + Scooters // Detroit named top travel spot

Today is tree lighting day in Detroit! Thousands will be in Campus Martius as the holidays really kick off. Today’s show is full of what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit. 02:59 – Devon O’Reilly went to the new Mad Nice goods, and has a report  06:04 – Could the beloved Lady of the House be returning? 06:55 – Scooter’s Coffee opens a third location in the area, this time on Telegraph. Hadn’t been, so checked it out. 08:50 – We learn about Devon’s love for Boston Market mac a...

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New international train service for Detroit? // Detroit City council districts changing

00:55 – The internet is abuzz from a Canadian report that there’s possibly a new international train service from Toronto through Detroit to Chicago coming.  We discuss the proposal plans; the hurdles as it’s still early; and what could be next. Here’s background with the original report: https://www.iheartradio.ca/am800/news/dilkens-believes-amtrak-via-rail-link-is-an-exciting-opportunity-1.20532111 09:06 -Then, by listener request, we’re talking about the three current proposals for...

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Michigan and Harbaugh is the talk of the nation // Lions win boosts confidence

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 our special project that Patreon members are going to find out about first.   Feedback as...