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PODCAST: Detroit gets a Michelin travel guide // End of a local TV news era

Today's show is in two parts. We talk about the rollout of the the new Michelin Green Guide for Metro Detroit. It covers the best places to go, and is a resource for travelers around the country. Detroit is one of only 10 cities in America to get such a guide. And we end the conversation with a little salute to Devin Scillian who this is his last week on air at WDIV-TV 4. A true local media icon. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Your browser does not...

PODCAST: The Future of Tech in Detroit (ft. Johnnie Turnage)

What is the future of the tech industry in Detroit? One of the people on the forefront is the co-founder of Black Tech Saturdays, Johnnie Turnage. We talk about the changes being driven by tech, how Detroit can take advantage, the role of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and so much more. You won't want to miss this!  Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on Spotify Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit ev...

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PODCAST: New Detroit Restaurants: Lady of the House, Parlay Gaming, and Javier's

New Detroit Restaurants: Lady of the House, Parlay Gaming, and Javier’sPodcast Episode · Daily Detroit · 11/22/2024 · 31mApple Podcasts On today’s all-local podcast, the trio of Devon, Norris and Jer talk about some new restaurants in Detroit. They start by discussing Lady of the House, which just opened again in the Core City neighborhood. Devon went there and says the food is still good, but wonders if they should try new dishes since Detroit has so many different restaurants now. They also...

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PODCAST: Keeping it 100 about Detroit (ft. Orlando Bailey)

Keeping it 100 about Detroit (ft. Orlando Bailey)Podcast Episode · Daily Detroit · 11/20/2024 · 39mApple Podcasts On this episode of Daily Detroit, we welcome Orlando Bailey. He's a community organizer, Emmy-award winning journalist, Executive Director of Outlier Media and co-host of the Authentically Detroit podcast. He joins Jer and Norris Howard for an insightful conversation about the future of Detroit. As the city stands on the edge of major political and social changes, we talk with Orla...

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PODCAST: Duggan is done as Detroit mayor. What's next? Plus, FanDuel single game pricing misses the net

Duggan is done as Detroit mayor. What’s next? Plus, FanDuel single game pricing misses the netPodcast Episode · Daily Detroit · 11/14/2024 · 33mApple Podcasts We have a full house as Jer, Norris and Devon are all in the studio! First, Detroit's mayor Mike Duggan is not seeking another term. We break down what it means for the city and the kinds of candidates we'd like to see to push Detroit forward (and two of us are current city residents, one is a former one but works every day in the city)....

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PODCAST: Former Taylor Mayor To Jail, Greektown Street Overhaul, New Detroit Zoo Stuff and more

Norris Howard joins Jer to talk the latest stories around Metro Detroit. 01:37 - Former Taylor Mayor Richard Sollars is going to jail for 71 months 05:58 - Greektown streetscape improvements start next year 09:17 - Detroit Zoo Discovery Trails coming, and we discuss our favorite zoo animals 12:33 - Norris has been checking out Let's Do Dinner Detroit 15:45 - Favorite potato chips and liquor store foods Feedback as always at dailydetroit@gmail.com! Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or y...

"Bridgerton" Ball Bust, Stellantis Layoffs (Plus W. Kamau Bell on Voting)

Norris Howard is in and this is what we're talking about: Tiger Playoff Watch: With the Detroit Tigers' recent victory against the Rays, the team is on the brink of a potential playoff spot. Jer and Norris reminisce about the Tigers' glory days and discuss the impact of a possible playoff run on the city and its businesses. Stellantis Layoffs: Big changes are coming to Stellantis' Sterling Heights assembly plant as the company transitions to electric vehicles. With 191 workers facing layoffs,...

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1500+ Episodes!

Hey everyone! We made it to 1,500 episodes of your Daily Detroit! For an all-local news podcast, this is a rare milestone. A huge thank you to our listeners, supporters, and sponsors over the years - as well as everyone who has ever helped behind the scenes. Norris Howard and Devon O'Reilly join Jer at the studio in TechTown. Here's what we get into: We reflect on 1,500 episodes, highlighting the show's impact and the variety of guests we've had over the years. We also get into the changes in t...

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PODCAST: 750 New Residences In Troy, Debate debrief, Chief White may leave DPD, and listener feedback

Welcome to Wednesday, everyone! The prince of Detroit's Brightmoor returns for today's show. We do a little debate debrief of the presidential candidates' debate, with an emphasis on the impact on Metro Detroit, particularly regarding immigration and community concerns. The conversation then shifts to a significant local development project: The transformation of the former Kmart headquarters in Troy into Somerset West, a mixed-use development planned with 750 residential units, office space,...

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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...

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...

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...

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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...

PODCAST: Will Detroit turn out for Kamala Harris? // The Race Hill Harper could have won

Welcome to your Daily Detroit for Wednesday, August 7, 2024. In this episode, Jer and Norris dive into the crucial races, including Elissa Slotkin's dominant performance in the US Senate primary, Hill Harper's missed bid (and which race he could have won). They discuss the implications of these results on the political landscape, particularly the need for new leadership and deeper community engagement. How changing demographics mean you can't just show up and assume a demographic is going to s...

How a historic marker can be part of healing a community: The Algiers Motel

Join us for an important episode of Daily Detroit as we talk abouit the history and impact of the Algiers Motel incident during the 1967 Detroit uprising. Our guest, Dr. Danielle McGuire, a civil rights historian and author, shares her insights on the tragic events that unfolded and the significance of the newly erected state historical marker at the site. We explore the harrowing night when Detroit police, National Guardsmen, and Michigan State Police officers raided the Algiers Motel, leadin...

This Video Game was Made in — and Inspired by — Detroit

Meet Aerial_Knight, behind "We Never Yield"

Previewing Detroit Coffee Week (And 3 Stories Around Town)

In this episode, Jer and Norris cover a variety of topics, from local transportation updates to an exciting event for coffee enthusiasts. Welcome to your Daily Detroit for Thursday, July 18, 2024, podcasting from TechTown in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit Metro Airport Improvements Jer and Norris discuss the $38 million investment in Detroit Metro Airport's McNamara Terminal, including new restrooms, upgraded jet bridges, and revamped baggage carousels. Detroit People Mover Upgrades Details o...

Midtown Target is truly dead, so where else in Detroit could one go? (Plus Sheetz talk)

PLUS: How far will you drive for a road trip?