Jer Staes

Detroit LionsUniversity of Michigan FootballDetroit Tigers

Lions win, Michigan rebuilding, and the Tigers have a chance at playoffs

In this episode of Daily Detroit, Fletcher Sharpe kicks off with a deep discussion on the Detroit Lions' promising start to the NFL season, highlighting key players like David Montgomery, and the team's newfound offensive and defensive competence. We also touch on the Michigan Wolverines' challenging season, examining their recent game against Texas and the adjustments needed in the NIL era. The conversation shifts to the Detroit Tigers, celebrating their over .500 performance and the potentia...

political pollsUniversity of Michigan Board of RegentsMichigan politics

Questioning the polls, Michigan Dems sued by their own, and more (ft. Steve Friess)

Steve Friess joins us again to dive into the complexities of political polling, the upcoming presidential debate, and local Michigan politics. We dissect the reliability and value of national polls, discuss the implications of Kamala Harris's campaign strategies. We also explore the contentious University of Michigan Board of Regents race. Tune in for a deep dive into the current political landscape and what it means for Michigan and beyond. As always, you can follow Daily Detroit on Apple Pod...

🎧Where have we been?Detroit's Core City

Making A Detroit Dog Bucket List // Devon's Favorite Downtown Deli // Inside The Love Building

Devon and Jer are back for this Friday edition of the podcast. A heads up, the last segment of this one is pretty emotional. To start, we dive into the vibrant Detroit dining scene, highlighting Ladder 4 Wine Bar, and the only downtown deli, La Pecora Nora, emphasizing the importance of revisiting and supporting local favorites. Devon shares his experience at Mezcal Express Eatery in Dearborn, perfect for quick, delicious Mexican meals without the booze. Jer explores the newly renovated Love B...

What to Know in Metro DetroitDetroit People's Food Co-opMarathon Oil Refinery

PODCAST: Why Don't More People Know About The Co-op? (Plus 3 Things To Know Around Town)

Here’s what’s on today’s all-local podcast agenda: 800 Teamsters Local 283 members at Detroit's Marathon Oil Refinery have gone on strike, demanding better pay and schedules. Despite Marathon's assurances of continued operations, the strike underscores ongoing labor tensions. Workers at a GM and LG battery plant in Tennessee have joined the UAW, marking the second battery plant in the U.S. to unionize. This move is part of a broader trend of growing union influence in the electric vehicle secto...

Hamtramck Labor Day FestivalDetroit Jazz Festival

Jazz Fest Vibes, Hamtramck Yacht Races, and Lions Game Preview

We're back after the Labor Day holiday. We're talking about Fletcher's racing in the Hamtramck Labor Day Yacht Festival, an event filled with human sized soap car derbies and water balloons. Despite making it to the finals for the fifth straight year, his team, Whiskey in the Jar, fell short again. We also dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Metro Detroit's recent events, including the Jazz Fest and Arts, Beats & Eats. Jer recounts his bike ride along the Dequindre Cut and the need for better...

Tuesday notes: 8 Things To Know Around Metro Detroit

Hey friends, Jer here. If you haven't biked down the Dequindre Cut and went down the Detroit Riverfront, I don't know what you're waiting for. It's a magical ride, from the entrance at Mack at Eastern Market through greater downtown and to Milliken State Park, where you can turn right and head right down to the heart of downtown. It was good to see all the people out at JazzFest as well. I personally appreciated the Uncle Cam that the City of Detroit posted on their social media. And in the g...

When Will Detroit See Impact Of Being A Climate Change Haven? (Plus Eastern Market Gems, Development News, and more)

On today's show: * Show and Tell: Devon brings vintage Mayor O'Reilly Campaign Merch to the studio! * Devon is excited about football season kicking off * Local Spotlights: La Ventana and a tour of the upcoming Marrow space * Inside the reopened Third Street Bar * Development News: The Henry on Cass * Listener Question: When Will Detroit start seeing the real impact of being a Climate Change Haven? Share your thoughts with us at dailydetroit@gmail.com. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotif...

EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Construction of Marrow in Eastern Market

Plus, a new development in District Detroit

PODCAST: Power's Out (Again), Low-income Internet Cuts, New Candidate for Detroit Mayor?

Welcome to your Wednesday all-local podcast sharing what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit.  * Power Outages: Jer and Norris Howard dive into the ongoing power outage affecting over 190,000 DTE customers, including Jer himself, keeping his streak of longer than one-day outages every summer.  * Internet Incentives Expiration: With Congress failing to renew funding for the program that subsidizes internet for low-income households, thousands of Detroiters are at risk of losing thei...

Another Hat In Detroit Mayoral Ring? // Openings and Closings Around Town

Hey friends, Jer here. Hope you're keeping cool on this Tuesday! There are a lot of joys of living in a 100-year old home in a Detroit neighborhood, but the lack of central air in August isn't one of them. Let's get into it. As always, my thoughts are in italics. 👒 Another hat in the ring for Detroit mayor? Saunteel Jenkins, the former Detroit City Council President, has announced the launch of an exploratory committee as she considers running for Mayor of Detroit. Jenkins is a lifelong D...

PODCAST: The Top 10 Detroit Lions Since 1965; New Lions History Exhibit; Hamtramck Labor Day Fest

Happy hot Tuesday! I hope you're beating the heat.  * Lions history showcased: Jer shares his weekend adventure at the Detroit Historical Museum, where he explored a new exhibit on the Detroit Lions. From old helmets to historic footage, discover the rich history of this iconic team. * The op Ten Detroit Lions Since 1965: Fletcher Sharpe tackles a listener question from Larry, listing his top ten Detroit Lions players from 1965 onwards. From Alex Karas to Calvin Johnson, this segment is a...

What It's Like To Have A Presidential Ticket Like Us (ft. Steve Friess)

Our weekly roundup of locally-tied political news is back, as veteran journalist Steve Friess joins us to talk all things from local to statewide to how the national race ties into Metro Detroit. We hit on a few topics today: * RFK Jr. has officially dropped out of the race. We discuss the implications of his decision to endorse Donald Trump and how this might impact Michigan's political landscape. Steve shares insights into RFK Jr.'s controversial past and his strange, erratic behavior that...

Moving to Detroit? Know it's under construction (Plus 3 stories to know around town)

On today's show: - More shifts when it comes to electric vehicles. Ford is making some moves, changing timelines and offerings. - There's a mulch fire on Detroit's west side, so that's why the air quality might be bad today and for the next few days. - Some of Metro Detroit's most beloved pizza spots are among the top in the country. We go through them, and want to know your favorites! Then our feature conversation is about the idea that moving to Detroit is kind of like moving into a constr...

Democratic National ConventionPresident Trumppurple states

Trump will try to get attention in Michigan while Democrats take center stage in Chicago

Welcome back to the podcast! Journalist Steve Friess joins me again this week to talk politics – local, state and national. We discuss the recent white supremacist demonstration in Brighton, the third such event in Livingston County this year. Local businesses have condemned these actions, and we explore the historical context of racism in the area. Former President Trump's upcoming visit to Howell has raised concerns among local officials. We analyze the strategic implications of this visit a...

Metro Detroit workforceJayme PowellDetroit Regional Workforce Partnership

Metro Detroit's workforce crisis: 500,000 people who could work, but can't

Welcome back to Daily Detroit, your podcast for everything Metro Detroit! Today, we’re talking about the crisis of talent attraction and retention in Southeast Michigan. With me is Jayme Powell, the executive director of the Detroit Regional Workforce Partnership. Jayme talks about how her organization connects employers with local schools and community partners to build a strong talent pool in Southeast Michigan. We discuss the challenges and benefits of this approach, like the need for last...

Look inside a new Royal Oak coffeeshop + 9 Stories Around Town

Hey friends and happy Thursday! Jer here. My travels take me all over the region, and I often need caffeine to get through it all. The latest stop I made was checking out the new Lucky Detroit Coffee location in Royal Oak. It's on Woodward just north of 13 Mile. The building is a unique one — and has roots, according to podcast listeners, as a Roy Rogers restaurant back in the day. It also was an arcade, for a long time a Starbucks (in fact, one of the first ones in the Metro Detroit market),...

Trying Detroit's "Autonomous" Shuttle, Corn on the Corner, and MJ's Ice Cream

Detroit has a new shuttle service, Connect AV, and we tried it (and not during the press tour). Boy, do we have thoughts. For "where we've been," Devon talks about Corn on the Corner in West Dearborn. Turns out Devon loves corn, and a restaurant specializing in it is exactly what he was looking for. https://www.cornonthecorner.com/ And Jer talks about MJ's North End Ice Cream shop, where he drowned his not so great weekend in a strawberry sundae. https://mjsnorthendicecream.com/ You can liste...

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PODCAST: New Baby Gorilla, Primark, Downtown Development Haircut, and New Riverfront Homes

Welcome to your all-local daily news podcast serving Metro Detroit! We kick off with the heartwarming news of a baby gorilla born at the Detroit Zoo, the first in nearly 100 years. Bandia, a first-time mom, and her baby are doing well, although the Great Apes building is temporarily closed to guests to give them a calm and quiet space. Next, we discuss the upcoming opening of Primark's first Michigan store at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills. Set to open on September 12, the new loc...