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The big economic impact of the Ambassador Bridge closure; New Apple development program

Today's show is in two parts. First, the Ambassador Bridge closure. The "Freedom Convoy" in Windsor is having a major economic impact, snarling the auto industry (and other local commerce) at a sensitive time. Michelle Krebs from Cox Automotive and Autotrader helps break down the effects. Then, Damien Rocchi from Grand Circus stops by for a few minutes to talk about their new Apple development program. Software jobs are among the hottest around, so this might be your shot to get a start. If...

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Four stories to follow ft. Steve Friess

Journalist Steve Friess is back to talk about two stories he wrote for Newsweek, one for Hour Detroit, and a timely topic. First up, Jerry Green is an iconic sportswriter in Detroit. And he holds a unique place in Super Bowl History: https://www.newsweek.com/2022/02/18/one-sports-writer-has-been-every-super-bowl-will-this-year-his-last-1677257.html Here's a GoFundMe to help send him on his way: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ry48d-send-sportswriting-icon-jerry-green-to-super-bowl Can the GOP make...

Detroit City Football ClubAntoine HoppenotDetroit talent

Hoppenot signed; Locals in the Super Bowl; Fletcher's Brian Flores take

Today: Antoine Hoppenot has been signed by Detroit City FC. What does this mean for the team? Fletcher Sharpe shares the local talent to root for in the Super Bowl, meaning actually from here.  And finally, Fletcher shares his real-life experience as a former black quarterback and thoughts on the Brian Flores lawsuit and the allegations inside - and how the issues just aren't about the NFL.  If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever...

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Previewing the Detroit House of Comedy (ft. John Tobin)

The Detroit House of Comedy is taking over a legendary location in Detroit’s comedy scene. Co-owner John Tobin has big plans, and we talk about them, how he hopes to help grow the comedy scene in the area and why he’s investing in Detroit. If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download your favorite shows. You can support us financially: As a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit As a one-time thing, buying us a coffe...

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Michigan Central adds Google; Favorite MC5, Eminem tracks + more

Today: There's announcements of a new partner for the "Michigan Central District" in Corktown that contains Michigan Central. Google is now added to the mix in some way, and there's more resources the state is throwing at the project. Plus, Devon explains what the heck "Mobility" means.  The old (and mostly vacant) State of Michigan Building just off the Lodge in Detroit is for sale again. What should it be turned into? Taqueria El Rey has a very successful fundraiser after it burns; and Str...

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New buoy gives early warnings about Detroit River water quality

(Show notes to come) If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts. If you’d like to support the show: One time thing: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit As a member: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit...

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Soccer and Detroit sports coverage (ft. Matt Friedman)

A perennial question is: Should Detroit City FC get more coverage on mainstream sports media? Does it even matter in this fractured media environment? After all, do we really need a 5000th Matt Stafford hot take? There’s plenty of people who do it well. But is there a place for soccer next to that? Media and public relations expert Matt Friedman of Tanner Friedman joins us to talk about sports radio and media in general, the dominance of American Football, and where soccer has opportunities....

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Devon's turnaround ideas; Smith + Co. reopening; Allen Park movie theater coming down + more

On today's show: We share our morning coffee spots today: Black Box in Dearborn, and Milwaukee in Detroit. Devon O'Reilly shares his turnaround ideas after listening to yesterday's show with Kurt Metzger. They include a shift in focus, opening the doors to more immigration in the region, and more. Additional reading: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/voices-chad-livengood/why-fords-corktown-project-may-mean-more-future-next-battery-plant Plus, food news. We discuss Smith and  Co. is reopening in...

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If you're not growing, you're dying (ft. Kurt Metzger)

There’s a saying that when you stop growing, you start dying.  Well, the bottom line is Michigan now has more deaths than births. Metro Detroit is not faring better. We knew this was coming for awhile, but leaders from neither major political party have been able to stop it.  What does it mean? How did we get here? What could we all do? My guest, Kurt Metzger, will help us sort it out. He’s one of the foremost minds when it comes to data, our region, our state and putting it to use. He start...

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City home values up; Detroit repped on Top Chef; Old school gets new life

Plus Detroit City FC signings and questioning incentives

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Talking Tiki (ft. Renee Tadey)

Today we talk with the author of “Detroit Tiki: A History of Polynesian Palaces and Tropical Cocktails.” The Motor City has a big history in the genre, and we get into it ahead of the release of Renee Tadey’s new book on Arcadia Press. Consider buying or pre-ordering from your local bookseller. Here’s an Amazon link if that’s your jam: https://www.amazon.com/Detroit-Tiki-Polynesian-Tropical-Cocktails/dp/1467145327/ref=asc_df_1467145327/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=564687260077&hvpos=&hvn...

🎧John Mozenastate incentives

Why incentives don't work (and what to do instead) ft. John Mozena

On the heels of $824 million in state incentives being handed out today for battery plants in Michigan, I figured it was the right time to share my recent conversation with John Mozena. He heads up the Center for Economic Accountability, and is a watchdog around the tax and other incentives handed out by governments locally, statewide, and across the United States. In his view, they don’t make that much difference where a business locates but do tend to make politicians look good at the public...

Matt LewisBrad DunwellNate Steinwascher

Lewis, Dunwell, Steinwascher and Amoo-Mensah signed to Detroit City + pre-season USL Championship talk

Fletcher Sharpe runs down the latest signings, and we discuss possible rivals and expectations of Detroit City FC as the clock counts down to the regular season. Of course, if you have feedback - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot com or voicemail 313-789-3211. If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts. You can support us in three ways that make a huge difference: For a one-time or occasional th...

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Mansion vs. Mansion; End of Maker Faire; Who sells the most liquor in Metro Detroit? + more

(Show notes to come) If you'd like to support us on one time basis, you can buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Or you can become an awesome member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit If you have feedback - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot com or voicemail 313-789-3211. If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or wherever you download podcasts....

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(Rumor confirmed!) Gucci is opening in Detroit; Detroit Bikes sold; Building up Bagley

Happy Friday! First, a shout out. A place nearby that I think deserves more attention is Kenilworth Cafe. Locally-owned, it’s at John R. and Kenilworth in the city if you haven’t been. Just east of Woodward. I’ve needed a lot of caffeine this week. Second, let’s jump into it. Today’s issue is focused inside the city of Detroit. It just happened to shake out that way this time. p.s. No, I don’t have a favorite coffeeshop. Impossible task to choose. I try and spread the love to places with soli...

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Building up Bagley; Landlords leaving Detroit; + more development talk (ft. Chase Cantrell)

Big show today. Chase Cantrell from Building Community Value is on. 01:21 - First, we talk about his project at Prairie and Six Mile (McNichols), including a new brewery and more. Chase also penned a very interesting piece in The Dig about what faces embody Detroit development: https://mailchi.mp/outliermedia.org/high-costs-for-small-scale-rehabbers-in-detroit 07:42 Landlords are selling their properties in Detroit in a pretty big way as they leave the city. A recent article says that listing...

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Detroit Cobras lead vocalist dies; Robocop on the move; Leaving Macomb behind

Plus Cash Only problems; Lee Plaza deal approved

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DCFC signs Diop, Botello-Faz, Rodriguez and Williams; Bol trade goes back; Riverfront stadium 50 years ago?

On today’s show, three sports-related discussions with Fletcher Sharpe. 00:14 - We run down the USL signings for Detroit City FC since we last talked. Abdoulaye Diop, Pato Botello-Faz, Maxi Rodriguez and Rhys Williams. 08:42 - Bol Bol turns out to be a trade that goes back as he failed a health check by the Pistons, and we learn that Bol is going to have foot surgery knocking him out for the rest of the season. 11:18 - And finally, something fun. Should there have been a Tigers/Lions stadium...