Fletcher Sharpe - Daily Detroit

Detroit's vintage radio brand, Kamala thoughts, and Insurance inequities

Welcome back to your Daily Detroit, your all-local podcast sharing what to know and where to go in Southeast Michigan. First, a shout-out to Mickey Lyons, who recently brought us a vintage Detrola tabletop radio. Detroit has a rich history of manufacturing beyond cars, including radios for the working person. This beautiful piece now has a special place in our studio. We talk a little about the fascinating history of Detroit's manufacturing legacy and how it has shaped the city's identity beyo...

PODCAST: Detroit wants to stop illegal block parties, Uncle Dan could buy the Rencen, and what should the new 3 on 3 basketball team be called?

Welcome! On today's podcast, Jer and Fletcher discuss the results of a recent listener survey, highlighting the importance of community input for growth and improvement. Unpermitted Block Party Clampdown: The hosts address a recent block party incident where two young people were killed, and more than 20 shot. Dan Gilbert's Option to Buy the Rencen: Jer and Fletcher discuss the possibility of Dan Gilbert buying the Ren Sen, exploring the implications for Detroit's real estate landscape. Three...

Hitting the Reset Button on the Detroit Pistons

In this episode, Fletcher Sharpe discusses the recent changes and developments with the Detroit Pistons. The team covers the hiring of coach J.B. Bickerstaff, the impact of Fred Vinson on player shooting performance, and the potential of new draft picks Ron Holland and Bobi Klintman. They also talk about the return of Tobias Harris, Cade Cunningham's commitment to the team, and the overall outlook for the upcoming season. Fletcher shares his insights on what the team needs to do to impr...

Bye, Monty Williams. Who's next for the Pistons? (BONUS PODCAST)

We get into the surprising (to some) decision by the Detroit Pistons to part ways with head coach Monty Williams. Despite a hefty $65 million contract, new management decided it was time for a change. Fletcher shares his reaction to the move, admitting that he didn't see it coming, though he was never on Team Monty - and gets into the reasons behind Williams' leaving. The conversation touches on the challenges Williams faced, including re-interviewing for his own job and failing to convinc...

PODCAST: Juneteenth and Crossing City Borders in Metro Detroit

It's Juneteenth, and normally we take Federal holidays off. But today, we're getting into a conversation about the holiday, the scope of our coverage in Metro Detroit, the changes in our area, as well as the importance of listening to people who’ve been around when you're new to working in a community. We tackle some common feedback that Daily Detroit should focus solely on the city Detroit proper. We talk about why we cover the region, and argue that Metro Detroit's interconnectedness m...

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Let's bring back the Detroit Shock (and talk about the old Belle Isle Zoo)

Today we're talking about three stories around town with Fletcher Sharpe. First up, news that the old Belle Isle Zoo (technically, the Children's Zoo for a time) will be razed and turned into natural habitat. Both of us remember going to that place when it was a thing, we share our memories and a movie that was shot there. Second, the Belle Isle slide is returning this summer, says the Michigan DNR. Is riding the Giant Slide at Belle Isle your real "I'm a Detroiter" baptism? (We're of course jo...

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A new pro soccer stadium for Detroit (and some speculation)

The news broke just after we recorded yesterday's show that Detroit City FC intends to build a 14,000 seat stadium in Corktown, near Michigan and 20th streets. Fletcher Sharpe, Norris Howard and I discuss what we know, what we don't, and then the pair get into a conversation speculating about the future of soccer in Detroit - and bring up the uncomfortable topic for some, MLS in Detroit. On Monday we'll know more hard details. But for now, enjoy the speculation and would love to know what you...

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Dutch Girl returns // Pistons draft disappointment // Panthers make playoffs

Fletcher Sharpe is in and we're talking about some of the interesting sports - and sweet - stories around town. 01:16 - Dutch Girl Donuts are back Baby! 04:38 - Detroit Piston's disappointing draft lottery spot 12:02 - Michigan Panthers clinch a playoff spot 14:25 - Phoenix Rising, DCFC draw Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify Thanks to o...

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From Michigan to MLS // Detroit's big for NFL talent // Do Tigers City Connect jerseys connect?

Today's show has a special guest in Michigan native Steve Clark, goalkeeper for the Houston Dynamo in MLS. Before that, there's a lot to talk about this Monday around sports and Metro Detroit, and Fletcher Sharpe is in to help do it. 01:11 - The untimely and young passing of former U of M basketball player Darius Morris 02:58 - Do the new Tigers City Connect jerseys connect? Or are they a miss? 08:52 - Detroit high schools are the biggest source of NFL talent in the country. We discuss why p...

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PODCAST: The NFL Draft was a victory for Detroit

The vibes around the NFL Draft were excellent weekend, and we get into some of the early data after a press event Monday morning. From the huge amount of food sold, to hotel rooms being booked across the region, to a very peacable event of 775,000 coming to the Draft zone. Plus, Fletcher Sharpe talks about his favorite down-round draft picks by the Detroit Lions, and the battle that's coming for kicker for the Lions. Thanks to our newest sponsor, your local Best Choice Roofing of Metro...

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PODCAST: Lions get their guy in Terrion Arnold // Record NFL Draft crowd

Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell got their guy in Terrion Arnold

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Should pro players bet on sports, ever? // Tigers will have to step up to win division // DCFC wins again

Today Fletcher Sharpe is in and we do a bit of a preview of the NFL Draft event situation. Plus, we discuss whether professional players should bet on sports at all, and the growing importance of gambling to the business of sports. The Detroit Tigers may not be able to coast with a .500 record and win the American League Central as the Cleveland Guardians are showing to be a stronger team, so the Tigers will have to step up with their bats. And Fletcher went to the Detroit City FC match agains...

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Talking to an NFL Draft prospect from Detroit // Troy Weaver stays // Detroit City wins

We have a jam-packed episode for you today! Our feature conversation is with Rich Miller, Jr. He's a NFL Draft prospect that went to Martin Luther King Jr. High School in Detroit. It's a fascinating conversation on his story. And Fletcher Sharpe has even more for you. Here's the rundown: 01:05 - The Pistons are looking for a new Head of Basketball Operations, but Troy Weaver is staying 03:00 - NFL Draft prospect Rich Miller Jr. joins us to talk about his time at MLK high School. Here a...

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Detroit sign talk, Belle Isle trash robot and Tigers early season review

The new Detroit sign on I-94 is the talk of the town, and Robin Runyan with Fletcher Sharpe is here joining Jer to do just that. Plus we get into a new trash robot on Belle Isle, and do kinda in-depth breakdown on what we think about the Detroit Tigers early in the season. The rundown: 00:54 - New Detroit sign on 94, how are we feeling? How are you feeling? And it's stopping traffic 06:49 - Will the Belle Isle trash robot be welcomed? More on Urbanize Detroit: https://detroit.urbanize.c...

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Adam Schefter is ready for the NFL Draft in Detroit

In this episode of the Daily Detroit podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider. Adam shared his insights on the upcoming NFL Draft in Detroit, the remarkable turnaround of the Detroit Lions, and the dynamic state of the NFC North. Our conversation kicked off with Adam discussing his ongoing advocacy for Type 1 Diabetes screening, a cause close to his heart due to his wife's experience with the disease. Shifting gears to football, Adam gave an in-...

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Winning spring trifecta: Tigers, Detroit City and Michigan Panthers

For the most part, spring is off to a really strong start when it comes to sports. Outside of the Detroit Red Wings (we'll have to cross our fingers ont them), the Detroit Tigers, the Michigan Panthers and Detroit City FC all have strong beginnings. 01:20 - The Michigan Panthers won their home opener, and Fletcher Sharpe was there for the epic field goal kick to win it by a guy who hadn't put it through the uprights in a game since high school. 06:44 - The Detroit Tigers are undefeated...

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Sutton drama continues // Dusty May goes to Michigan // Detroit City FC wins a cold one

Fletcher Sharpe is in on this Tuesday talking all about the Detroit Lions, U of M's new basketball coach Dusty May, Michigan Panthers and Detroit City FC. The Rundown: 00:47 - So it turns out Cam Sutton was at the Lions practice facility doing strength work when the organization found out about his warrant. Should they have turned him in? Was advising him to turn himself in the right way to go? 04:47 - The discussion of who might replace Sutton as CB continues, and the name Marshon Lattimore...

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Oakland University NCAA win // Lions life after Sutton // Detroit City adds loan

Fletcher Sharpe is in for Devon O'Reilly - and the timing is perfect as Oakland University had their first NCAA Men's tournament win. We talk about it and more. The Detroit podcast rundown: 01:48 - The Oakland University Golden Grizzlies have a historic win, beating Kentucky. We break it down including talking about Jack Gohlke who looked so comfortable dropping threes. 07:42 - Michigan State advances, shows up in a way they didn't much over the season. 09:27 - Cam Sutton is done as Detroit...