Authentically Detroit

Jan 29 2025 238 ep. 70 mins 17

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Authentically Detroit is the leading podcast in the city for candid conversations, exchanging progressive ideas, and centering resident perspectives on current events.Hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Orlando P. Bailey. Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @AuthenticallyDetroit!

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Facing the Future in Detroit: Power, Politics, and Faith with Donna and Orlando

Jan 29 2025 52 mins

This week, Donna and Orlando took an opportunity to catch up with each other on current events local and nationwide!Detroit's current political landscape is buzzing with anticipation as the mayoral race heats up, with key candidates vying for the position amid pressing social issues and community needs. This discussion highlights the desire for compassionate leadership and deeper e

One Of Them Days: Lawrence Lamont’s Journey from Detroit to Hollywood

Jan 16 2025 16 mins

Authentically Detroit presents a special interview with Detroit-born director and writer, Lawrence Lamont! Lawrence Lamont got his start shooting music videos for Grammy-Nominated Artist, Big Sean. Previously Lawrence directed multiple episodes of HBOMax's Rap Sh!t Season 1 and 2, produced by HOORAE Productions. He also completed a pilot for HBOMax and shot the Detroit Pistons bran

From Debt to Innovation in Education with Marc Alexander and Guest Host Dwan Dandridge

Jan 14 2025 53 mins

This week, Donna was joined by guest host Dwan Dandridge and Marc Alexander, the founder of Lite Tuition. Together, they discuss the transformative potential of economic solidarity and the strategic navigation of social circles to overcome systemic obstacles. Marc’s story is a testament to the collaborative spirit that can drive significant social change. In 2009, Marc Alexander

Empowering Voices Through Innovative News Platforms with Sarah Alvarez

Jan 07 2025 82 mins

This week, Donna and Orlando sat down with Sarah Alvarez, the founder and editor-at-large of Outlier Media, to discuss their groundbreaking SMS System. Sarah Alvarez, the visionary force behind Outlier Media, believes the best local reporting is a service that responds directly to community needs and reduces harm. In 2016, Outlier Media began as a “Txt Outlier” a texting servic

From Trees to Art: Detroit's Creative Renaissance with Brooke & Casey Oberg and Megan Kashat

Dec 18 2024 74 mins

This week, Donna and guest host Chase Cantrell sat down with the founders of Detroit Mulch, Brooke & Casey Oberg plus multi-talented artist, Megan Kashat.Brooke and Casey started Detroit Mulch with the mission of recycling trees as sustainably and efficiently as possible, while creating local jobs in the process! Together, they’re transforming Detroit’s landscape in an inno

Book Club: We Want Our Bodies Back with jessica Care moore

Dec 03 2024 64 mins

This week, Donna and Orlando held the final book club meeting of 2024 with celebrated poet, author, and cultural arts curator, jessica Care moore to discuss her impactful work, “We Want Our Bodies Back.” An award-winning poet, recording artist, book publisher, activist, cultural arts curator, and filmmaker, jessica is executive producer and founder of Black WOMEN Rock! - Daught

Be Well Beautiful People with Demarra West

Nov 27 2024 68 mins

This week, Donna and Orlando sat down with the Founder of Be Well Beautiful People Demarra West to talk about her story of overcoming trauma and building a supportive community for those who need it most!Be Well Beautiful People is a 501c3 organization with a deep-seated commitment to bridging significant gaps in accessible healing and liberation support while disrupting systems th

Preserving Black Works of Art in Detroit with Dr. Kelli Morgan and Janette Phillips

Nov 19 2024 51 mins

This week, Orlando sat down with the Executive Director of SHARE Detroit, Janette Phillips and the Executive Director of Black Artists Archive, Dr. Kelli Morgan to discuss innovative strategies for nonprofit fundraising and fostering a nurturing environment where Black artists can thrive. The mission at Black Artists Archive is to dismantle conventional art history by highlighting

Harnessing our Voice and our Power with Neighborhood Leader Tammara Howard and Vocalist Niko Noir

Nov 12 2024 54 mins

This week, Donna and Orlando sat down with the Founder and Executive Director of What About Us Inc., Tammara Howard and, a rising star in Detroit’s music scene, Niko NoirTogether, they unpacked the emotional aftermath of the 2024 Election while navigating how love and hope can sustain us in uncertain times. Community organizing takes center stage as they dissect varying political

Election Day 2024 with Chase Cantrell

Nov 05 2024 66 mins

On the eve of the 2024 Election Day, Donna and Orlando sat down with the Executive Director of Building Community Value (BCV), Chase Cantrell.BCV is a Detroit-based non-profit organization dedicated to equipping residents with tools to shape their neighborhoods.They recently announced the launch of their first-ever online course, “Real Estate Development: Building Value in Your C