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Half a Billion Bucks a RenCen Tower

What are Detroit's movers and shakers thinking and talking about?  We went to the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference on Thursday and have some highlights and thoughts on our Daily Detroit podcast (download the episode here). * It'd cost $500 million per RenCen tower to convert them to residential, says GM and Bedrock. We discuss the details we learned yesterday on the Renaissance Center partial demolition and park plan. * We need to connect Ann Arbor and Detroit better in multiple ways in...

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The Vibes Around Downtown Detroit Are Up

Perceptions of Downtown Detroit among residents and the wider region are up, according to a new survey. What are the areas that have made progress, and where is there still work to do? Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership and Gina Cavaliere, Chief Community Impact Officer and Director of the Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) talk with us about all the things. Here's a link to the survey results: https://downtowndetroit.org/news-insights/downtown-detroit-partnership-reveals-results...

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PODCAST: Should We Buy A RenCen Tower?

Today's episode is in the three parts. First, a 21-story smaller tower of the RenCen complex is up for auction and the starting bid is under $3m. Should we buy it? Should we turn parking lots into dog parks? (Only half kidding) Second, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says she's running for Governor. We discuss the overall environment right now. And finally, we have (for real) a new thing coming on Tuesday to help serve you better. We discuss. Daily Detroit shares what to know...

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Covering I-75 with Parks? Plus Your Predictions for 2025

On today's all-local podcast: * An update on the proposal to cover  I-75 in downtown Detroit with parks, including funding and what's next * New Center's potential sparks optimisim with a listener * Another listener says that the Mayor's Race Open, but asks if anyone will match Mike Duggan's Influence? * And a third listeners asks Devon about Dearborn’s development potential, and he shares his predictions  Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find u...

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Motown Is In Love With The Lions

We talk about the immaculate vibes that the city is feeling on this playoff run for the Detroit Lions. Then Fletcher Sharpe previews the playoff game Saturday against the Washington Commanders. A full transcript of the conversation is after the audio. Your browser does not support the audio element. Jer Staes Hello and welcome to your daily Detroit. It is Wednesday, January 15th, 2025. I am Jere Staes, and I am coming to you from what has been known as the Motor City, but let's just be...

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What to look for at the 2025 Detroit Auto Show

What should you be looking for when you go to the 2025 Detroit Auto Show?  The show this year is a shift towards more interactive, consumer-focused automotive experiences, blending nostalgia, innovation, and practical transportation solutions. We get into it on the podcast with Eric Trytko, a veteran covering the auto industry. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts Key Conversation Highlights: • Show Transformation (01:27) - Shifted from North American International Auto Show to a regio...

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10 Underused Words We Should Bring Back (ft. Chris Williams, Wayne State)

Chris Williams joins us to talk about the most underused words that should come back in 2025, then Jer shares three stories to know around Detroit.  Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Feedback as always - dailydetroit@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get shows. Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ Hello, a...

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2025 Predictions for Detroit

We're back with our annual predictions episode! First we run down what we said last year and checked if we got it correct - then, we get into high, medium, and low confidence predictions for Detroit, Metro Detroit, and Southeast Michigan. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Feedback as always - dailydetroit@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get shows. Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/new...

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Big Bucks to Combat Flooding, Two More Solar Neighborhoods, New Golf Tournament

Hosts Jer and Norris dive into a wide-ranging conversation about local developments, urban infrastructure, and community dynamics in Southeast Michigan. This episode tackles everything from federal funding for Detroit's basement flooding issues to solar neighborhood initiatives and the potential of renewable energy projects. Key Topics with Timestamps: Ranch Debate (02:33) - 40% of listeners dip everything in ranch! Norris says ranch is an overused condiment Federal Funding for Detroit (0...

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Honestly Ranking Detroit's Stadiums

Between Comerica Park, Ford Field, Little Caesars Arena, The Big House (University of Michigan's football stadium) and Keyworth Stadium, what are the best stadiums in Southeast Michigan? We discuss and rank them in a gaming-style S tier list. Of course, we'd love to hear your thoughts - dailydetroit@gmail.com. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for ou...

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This Lions Player Locked Down The Vikings, Detroit Gets Ready For Playoffs

The Lions are the regular season best in the NFL as we head into the playoffs. Fletcher Sharpe hops on the mic to talk about it with Jer. Amik Robertson locked down Justin Jefferson. The Lions defense stepped up in a big way, which is a good sign for the playoffs. The economic impact of playoff games and Downtown Detroit And more! Our team shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get shows. Or sign up for our news...

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Crime Down in Detroit, Trying A New Chicken Place (Plus A New Brunch Spot!)

DPD says most crimes are down, Engineer Randy tries Shaq's Big Chicken in Livonia, Norris revisited Leila and Jer went to The BLVD in Detroit's New Center

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PODCAST: Trying Decent Detroit // Cayman Island Detroit-style pizza? // Yellow Door closing

We try a new coffee shop on Detroit's east side, we talk about the different takes on Detroit style pizza - and a shop in Berkley is closing their doors

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Lions break records, beat 49ers, and look forward to Vikings

Looking at the Lions from top to bottom ahead of the pivotal game coming up Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Fletcher Sharpe takes his years of insights and breaks it down and tells you what you need to know. Make sure you follow Daily Detroit on your favorite podcast app!...

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PODCAST: Lions beat Bears, Trick play talk, Campbell and Goff love

A Lions story that will warm even the coldest of hearts, as the team has not only given hope but embraced by a region that loves it. We talk with Fletcher Sharpe about the Detroit Lions win over the Bears, the trick play that everyone's talking about, and think back to years ago when people thought this couldn't be done. Yes, there's still work to be done, but there's a lot to be thankful for with this Lions team. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Find us...

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PODCAST: Inside the new AC Hotel, Bedrock's science and tech district plans, Dearborn Inn reopening

Today's show is in three parts, as Devon O'Reilly joins Jer to talk about the new AC Hotel, the Dearborn Inn whose renovations are alsmost complete, and by listener request - the new science and tech district that Bedrock unveiled plans for this week. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ Your...

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Drinking from the blood of our haters (Listener mailbag!)

This mailbag episode has everything from music to nostalgia, to transit, to cars, to RenCen ideas. You all had some great feedback! Some of it is negative. Some of it is positive, but we're glad to be continuing the conversation. Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ Drinking from the cup of our ha...

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Meet Michigan's classic food and drink brands (ft. Gail Offen, Jon Milan)

Let's explore some of Michigan and Metro Detroit's classic brands! Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every weekday! Listen in the player below, and scroll down for a complete transcript. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ Jer Staes: Hello, and welcome back to our studio at TechTown! I am Jer Staes, and today we have a couple of very spe...