What To Know And Where To Go In Southeast Michigan
Our guest today is Kara Swisher, one of the foremost tech and business journalists in the country. Beyond her work at Vox and her column at the New York Times, she’s found success with her podcasts …
Kara Swisher on what’s next for autos, tech in Metro DetroitRead More
A couple of weeks ago there was news out of Montgomery, Alabama that they unveiled a new statue of none other than civil rights activist and icon Rosa Parks. It didn’t stop south of the Mason-Dixon …
I was looking at the news catching up on what's happening in the world. The ongoing and spiritually exhausting presidential drama. Attacks in Syria, happening immediately after we stepped aside. Much, …
This Stevie Wonder Performance From Another Impeachment Era Is TimelessRead More
If you look at the headlines around Detroit’s turnaround, it’s often about megaprojects, large corporations, giant incentives and millions of dollars of demolition. Here’s the reality. Most of …
Could Tiny Houses Be One Of The Big Ideas To Truly Turn Around Detroit?Read More
Although not the greatest of problems for our metropolis, it's among the most maddening because it didn't have to be this way. It's a series of human errors that didn't have to be made. After $187 …
Today in the news was the stories of scuffles at both of the famous American and Lafayette coney islands downtown. Apparently, there are yahoos who think it's just fine to break the glass on the …
It's a sad day for lovers of Eastern Market and a quirky deli that's beloved by many. Mark Kurlyandchik over at the Freep is reporting that Russell Street Deli in Eastern Market is closing …
Russell Street Deli Is Closing. Is This Really A Comeback If We Lose Our Character?Read More
Multiple outlets are saying that the talks between General Motors and soon-to-be electric SUV maker Rivian about an investment have broken down. The reason why is what caught my attention. For …
GM Passing On Rivian Shows How The Amazon-ification Of Automotive May ComeRead More
So let's be clear. I don't like toll roads. The idea feels strange in the state that put the world on wheels. But we need to get real about what's facing us when it comes to road funding, and …
Here we go again. Yet another Detroit developer with ideas rooted in the 1980s is trying to bring down another great, old building that has been part of the fabric of the city. The latest is the …
The Stupid Move Of Demolishing A Historic Building For A Parking Lot Might Happen Yet AgainRead More
Podcasting is great because it's like radio, but better. Here are some key differences. Podcasts can be about whatever topic you're interested in because you aren't limited to the geography of …
Here Are The Shows We’re Listening To On International Podcast DayRead More
In his latest divisive missive, Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson sounds like an emperor yelling at the thunder clouds in the sky, ordering it not to rain. According to the letter, some …
Yes Brooks, Rebuilding Detroit Is A Righteous CauseRead More
The Detroit region already squandered the latest, best opportunity to invest in our region and sharpen our economic competitiveness, thanks to the intransigence of Oakland and Macomb Counties in …
Staring at the computer on Thursday night watching the Democratic debate for Michigan governor, a realization hit. Abdul El-Sayed could win this primary. It’s not that Gretchen Whitmer hasn’t been …
The common story is that Detroit's suburbs have done great while the city fell apart and just now is coming back. And a common storyline I’ve heard is that Detroit wants a “free ride” off of the …
The last few months have been crazy for us. Why? We now produce a daily, original, all-local podcast. Monday through Thursday we produce 15-20 minutes of audio that is the Daily Detroit Podcast. …
8 Things We’ve Learned Producing More Than 80 Episodes Of A Daily PodcastRead More
If you want to be a city of tomorrow, you need to have the building blocks for it. And tomorrow — even today, as Ford and General Motors have acknowledged with their recent investments in mobility — …
The candidates running for governor were out in full force at the Mackinac Policy Conference and for this edition of the Daily Detroit Happy Hour we caught up with Jonathan Oosting, political reporter …
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed dropped by Daily Detroit on Wednesday at the Mackinac Policy Conference to talk about his decidedly underdog candidacy, his progressive policies, why …
The Detroit region is a proverbial frog boiling alive in a pot of water. There are several major topics being tackled up here at the Mackinac Policy Conference — talent, transit, the opioid …
Detroit looks to be in line to get its first-ever PGA Tour event. The Detroit News reports that the city will play host to The National, one of the professional golf’s major tournaments, when it …
LISTEN: PGA Tour Coming To Detroit Could Be A Boost For More Than DowntownRead More
Nathan Bomey won several awards for his work covering Detroit's Municipal bankruptcy for the Detroit Free Press. And he turned that experience into a 2016 book titled, "Detroit Resurrected." Now, …
Why Donald Trump (Or Someone Like Him) Was Inevitable With Nathan BomeyRead More
The news out of Rochester Hills is sickening. If you didn’t know, a 14 year old teenage boy got lost. His mom had taken away his phone, according to Channel 4, and was looking for directions. So …
When it comes to planning our city, we had hoped developers might have learned a lesson after the demolition spree of the last few decades, where building after building was torn down for surface …
Dear Ilitches: Nobody Moves To Detroit For The Surface Parking LotsRead More
It’s no question that the Apparatus Room has become a very popular destination for diners looking for an upscale dining experience. It is one of my favorite recommendations when people ask me where …
Why I Think Going To A Chef’s Table Is Totally Worth ItRead More
The ongoing saga of regional transit negotiations is like watching a friend tragically go after dating someone they really, really like - but the person that's the target of their affection just isn't …
If Oakland And Macomb Counties Don’t Want The Benefits Of Mass Transit, Forget’emRead More
There is currently a task force studying whether or not Royal Oak should create it’s own bus system. Yes, you read that right. Royal Oak Mayor Michael Fournier has appointed a seven person task …
Royal Oak Is Looking At Starting Their Own City Bus Service. Is This A Good Idea?Read More
Over the past few years we've noticed that there is a severe cultural disconnect in metro Detroit. Before you say "oh, another city vs. suburbs rant!" let's be clear: It's way more complicated than …
There Aren’t Two Detroits. But There Are Two Metro Detroits.Read More
To say that there has been a lot of buzz around the new Founders in Midtown is an understatement. National publications have been picking it up, one positioning it the anchor of Detroit as …
Peek Inside Founders, Detroit’s Newest Destination BarRead More
Despite being a "hot" scene, opening a restaurant in greater downtown Detroit is not a guarantor of success. Two restaurants have fallen in the last week. Last night, Red Corridor …
