Daily Detroit

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What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit! We have conversations that push Detroit forward and share local stories about restaurants, business, development, local government, policy, technology, things to do, transit and more. All in about 22 minutes a day.

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WNBA back to Detroit? Flaherty returns, and MCDC's new OC and DC

Feb 03 2025 16 mins

Today's show is in three parts - Detroit might return to the WNBA, thanks to a star-studded lineup of heavy hitters in sports and business. We discuss. Jack Flaherty returns to the Detroit Tigers and Dan Campbell has a new offensive and defensive coordiantor. Fletcher Sharpe gives his takes on the picks. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find

Celebrating 45 Years at the Old Miami, one of Detroit's best dive bars

Jan 31 2025 15 mins

In this episode, Jer talks with Dena Walker, the manager, and Mickey Lyons, a frequent guest and local historian, about the iconic Detroit bar, The Old Miami. Celebrating its 45th anniversary, The Old Miami is described as a “dog park for humans,” a unique dive bar that has become a fixture in the Cass Corridor. A place with a spirit of zero judgment, it embraces of a diverse

New Archery Cafe, Neighborhood Coneys, University of Michigan Detroit Connections and more

Jan 30 2025 35 mins

What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit! We talk about a ton of things - from trying Vecino and an Archery cafe, to visiting an old favorite in Kouzina. Plus we get into some news - how the University of Michigan is expanding in Detroit and why it's important to connect Ann Arbor and Detroit. Your listener feedback on I-75 cap plans. And of course, address the cone-troversy

Why it Matters Conferences Come To Detroit

Jan 29 2025 18 mins

In this episode of Daily Detroit, I talk with Dan Horn, Vice President of Mobility for Franco Integrated Communications, about the impact of conferences and events in Detroit and Metro Detroit. We explore the importance of these gatherings beyond just trade shows, highlighting their crucial role in economic development, connecting businesses, and advancing key industries like mobi

Funding Chaos From Washington Hits Local (Plus Peters Done in Senate, Buttigieg May Run)

Jan 28 2025 15 mins

Today, we discuss two major news stories affecting Michigan, but have national ties. The first is a sudden federal government funding freeze, the second is the announcement that US Senator Gary Peters will not be seeking reelection. The federal funding freeze has caused confusion and chaos at government and non-profit organizations and may impact school lunches, veteran's services,

Two New Asian Food Halls Are Coming To Metro Detroit (ft. Doran Brooks, Noble Village)

Jan 27 2025 19 mins

The people behind the popular Noble Fish sushi restaurant and White Wolf Japanese patisserie,will be opening two new Asian food halls in Metro Detroit called "Noble Village." The first, a 12,000-square-foot location, will be in Clawson at the site of the existing Noble Fish and White Wolf locations. This hall will incorporate the existing brands, expand seating and offerings, and i

Half A Billion Bucks A Tower

Jan 24 2025 19 mins

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. 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

The Vibes Around Downtown Detroit Are Up

Jan 23 2025 15 mins

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, BIZ Here's a link to the survey results: https://downtowndetroit.org/news-insig

Should we buy a RenCen tower?

Jan 22 2025 18 mins

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

Should Detroit double transit funding?

Jan 21 2025 17 mins

Today’s episode gets into the need to increase Detroit’s transit funding, and what advocates at Transportation Riders United (TRU) say is the path toward a better transit system in the city. Our guest is Joel Batterman of TRU. Key Takeaways: Discussing the DDOT Reimagined Plan: The city of Detroit released a plan in 2024 that would double the amount of bus service in the city