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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...

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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...

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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...

Will That Church at Woodward and 7 Mile Ever Happen? Plus 5 Things Around Detroit

Happy Tuesday and welcome to your all-local news podcast, Daily Detroit. Fletcher Sharpe kicks off talking about the Olympics, especially the electric performances from Team USA's basketball stars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry. They share amusing anecdotes about foreign sports broadcasts, highlighting the unique passion and energy that different languages bring to the games. The conversation then shifts to some concerning local news. Stellantis is laying off up to 2,450 workers at their...

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Working a polling place and talking the Presidential race in Michigan

Welcome to your Daily Detroit for Monday, August 12, 2024. On the all-local podcast today: Steve Friess shares his recent experience working the polls in Superior Township, offering a firsthand account of the election process and the importance of bipartisan poll workers. He highlights the challenges and intricacies involved, and learned a lot. The conversation then shifts to the national political scene, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris's recent surge in swing states according to...

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Up at Kamper's, Rhode Island thoughts, "Devon Downer" and New Autonomous Shuttle Launching

Hosts Jer and Devon dive into a rich discussion, starting with Devon's recent trip to Providence, Rhode Island. Devon shares how he enjoyed the charm of this New England city, from its historical architecture to its seafood delights, and reflect on how it compares to Detroit's vibrant scene. Devon shares his admiration for Providence's old-world charm, but notes the city's lack of pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and its surprisingly abandoned tallest building. Back in Detroit, Jer had a bir...

New autonomous shuttle launches next week, Birthday thoughts + 8 Things to know

Hey friends, Jer here. It was my birthday this week. I think back to the Detroit I knew, lived in, and worked in 25 years ago. How much change there has been to the city I know, live in, and work in today. An example. My birthday drink was at Kamper's Rooftop Lounge. That's atop the pedestal of the Book Building and Tower, built more than 100 years ago. The bar was straight out of a high-end architectural centerfold, complete with wide views of downtown. That view includes the Hudson's Tower...

What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit