Detroit Can Handle It
(now, let's think even bigger)
(now, let's think even bigger)
Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell got their guy in Terrion Arnold
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...
Special guest Sam Robinson, reporter for Axios Detroit, joined Norris and Jer at the Daily Detroit studio and we talked about what's going on around town with politics and a little development. The rundown: 02:22 - What do some of these future local and state campaigns look...
There's a bunch of new spots opening in Detroit ahead of the NFL Draft, and one of the latest - and capturing the most buzz - is Adelina on Woodward Avenue. Across from the massive Hudson's site tower and a block from Campus Martius Park, it&...
Can sustainable, short food chains work in Metro Detroit, Michigan and America? Many know Marrow as one of Detroit's best restaurants in the city's West Village neighborhood; but owner Ping Ho and Chef Sarah Welch have big plans ahead. They include a sustainable meat market in...
Black Tech Saturdays is making quite the splash in bridging digital divides and being a platform to lift up Detroit in technology. Plus, it’s a total vibe. Far different (in a good way) than what you’re used to for “tech events.” Joining me on the show is Alex...
Four Daily Detroit contributors around one table? The dream is realized at the new studio in TechTown. Norris Howard, Shianne Nocerini, Devon O’Reilly and Jer talk three of today’s stories that impact Metro Detroit. 00:51 – There’s a hotel proposed for the top of the Michigan Central...
Although a lot of attention is paid to buses and transit in the city of Detroit, the reality is the vast majority of people in Metro Detroit do not live within the city limits. Although some do, many of their trips to get around don’t involve the city at...
What does it take to run a bar and restaurant? When Owen Burke and his business partner Tony Piraino first ran a bar called Pulse in 2005, the building they were leasing got demolished by the city for future progress. So they changed concepts, got a hold of a historic...
The first wireless electric charging road in the United States – where, with the right equipment, you can drive on it and charge while moving – has opened in Detroit’s Corktown. Using technology by Electreon and deployed at Michigan Central, it seems only appropriate for this first quarter mile to be...
Our deep-dive conversation is with Brian Mulloy. He’s doing small-scale development in the city of Detroit through his Ballet Real Estate, but with a focus on building restoration and urban spaces. His transformation of a building at Bagley and Trumbull (and subsequent development of a property few thought could...
If you’re a listener to this show, you may have caught on that one of the reasons we’re here is a love of places. Specifically our places. The Detroit tri-county area includes, well, three counties, made up of more than 130 cities, townships and villages. And yes, even...
If you open up a building next to a Dan Gilbert development that's a good thing. There's more people on the sidewalk, more crowd, more buzz, more Instagram pictures.. - Conrad Kickert
Paul Riser has played trombone, wrote songs and arranged music with some of the biggest names in popular music. As a member of the fabled “Funk Brothers,” the mostly anonymous house band for Motown Records during its heyday, he worked with the likes of Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, The...
On today’s show we talk about the Detroit City FC beating Birmingham Legion 1-0; we preview MLS coming to town with the Columbus Crew coming to Keyworth as part of the Open Cup on Tuesday night; and we talk some USFL. Are you watching? Daily Detroit’s podcasts are...
Devon talks about the Bunny Mary, a cocktail for Easter. Plus, surface parking lots in cities are like broken teeth; the Hudson’s project looks like it’s getting a new hotel; and Devon shares a couple of places in Ferndale he really enjoying and thinks you should check out,...
Today, let’s go to the near east side. Joseph Campau and East Jefferson to be exact- well, it’s a little tucked in as it’s off the new Dennis Archer Greenway. There, you’ll find what they’re calling the flagship store of Breadless, a fast-casual sandwich shop...
This July 4th weekend the Royal Oak Taco fest is happening for the first time. We talk with organizer Jonathan Witz about the festival, what to expect, a new family-friendly feature and more. https://www.royaloaktacofest.com/ Then, I run down five quick stories to know around town. As always,...
Plus a bakery in Grosse Pointe Park is making progress, a Ferndale radio station gets their streaming wings and more
Lots of stories to talk about when Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit is in the studio. The demolition of the Packard Plant seems a big step closer as a court has ordered Fernando Palazuelo to demo the long-vacant plant: https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/wayne-county-judge-orders-peruvian-businessman-to-demolish-old-packard-plant The Southwest Greenway...
Plus parking ticket questions; the United Artists building gets a new chapter, and the Main Art Theater in Royal Oak may be demolished
Local billionaire Dan Gilbert has joined a bid with the Ricketts family (of Chicago Cubs fame) for the storied Chelsea FC. It’s one of the most important teams in the world, not just among soccer fans. On the Daily Detroit podcast, we talk about why this is such a...
Plus marijuana updates; Anchor to re-re-open; and $100k for your Detroit business
Plus Royal Oak's Main Art Theatre may be demolished; development speculation and more
Fletcher Sharpe is in the studio. * We lead with a combination economic and sports story: The NFL Draft is coming in 2024. * The Lions will be featured on HBO’s Hard Knocks. Will it be good for the Lions brand? Then, Detroit City FC coverage as we do every week....
Plus a new park, gimme (bus) shelter, and culinary success
Plus a Le Rouge Report as the 2022 Detroit City FC season begins
Today’s show is in two parts. First, Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit talks about the massive Fisher Body 21 project, the impact and the importance – plus a couple other development tidbits. More: https://urbanize.city/detroit/post/fisher-body-21-massive-redevelopment Second, Fletcher Sharpe gets us ready for Detroit City FC’s...
Plus Detroit school building plans, a film incentive proposal, and more.
Plus Detroit City FC signings and questioning incentives
Happy Friday! First, a shout out. A place nearby that I think deserves more attention is Kenilworth Cafe. Locally-owned, it’s at John R. and Kenilworth in the city if you haven’t been. Just east of Woodward. I’ve needed a lot of caffeine this week. Second, let’s...
Plus Cash Only problems; Lee Plaza deal approved