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...
A lot to process from this weekend. 00:17 We start the show talking about the tragic death of community leader Samantha Woll. There’s national attention, and we hope somehow the good she did is remembered. 07:36 – The Uniroyal Section of the Detroit Riverwalk opened this weekend. Jer...
Somehow, we figured out how to get four Daily Detroit contributors in one room! Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit, Fletcher Sharpe and Shianne Nocerini joined me at the Cambria Hotel’s soon-to-open modern Mediterranean fusion restaurant CIBO. Thursday night was their official “grand opening,” though the hotel and amenities like...
Today’s guest is Eric Larson, the CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership. The organization brings together the business community, philanthropy and government to work on and create improvements in downtown Detroit – which is not just the major downtown for the city but in many ways – the region. 02:56...
Norris Howard is in like he is every Wednesday talking all things Metro Detroit. 02:07 – The Belle Isle Boathouse is danger of being demo’d by the Michigan DNR. Should it be saved? And should we think about Belle Isle differently so we have the cash to support these...
Workers at Detroit’s three casinos are on strike. We catch you up on the situation, and talk to people on the picket line about their concerns. If you’re a casino visitor, we’d love to hear from you about what you think. Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail...
Today’s show is in three parts. 00:50 – A strike against Detroit’s three casinos looms as the contract expires tonight at midnight. The 3,700 workers represented by a council of unions would go on strike at noon tomorrow if there’s not a deal, and it would...
Welcome to Friday! Devon O’Reilly joins us as he does each week. Save the date! Happy Hour on October 25. 01:02 We talk about Toast of the Town last week 03:43 Hot Bones! A new bone broth and yoga/pilates spot is opening up in Detroit’s...
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02:04 – The “Whaling Wall” on the Broderick facing Comerica Park in downtown Detroit is beloved by some online. As again, it’s “Whale discourse” season with a new ad covering the mural. But is it by the city? Some very real talk about the whales, art, and some ideas...
https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dailydetroitnewsbyte/Daily-Detroit-Oct-10-23.mp3 Fletcher Sharpe is in on this Tuesday, making up for Monday where we took the federal holiday off. 01:02 – Clickbait statistics! What is Michigan’s favorite kids Halloween movie? What were yours? 07:10 – Should there be a skills competition to...
06:48 – Detroit booster and billionaire Dan Gilbert hosted an hour-long radio show this week. How important is his visibility as far as Detroit? Leadership and vision matters. 11:39 – We go through some high points of your feedback about our Downtown Detroit survey episode. Interesting thoughts about affordability and...
We are near the three week mark of the UAW strike against General Motors, Ford and Stellantis – a strike that’s gotten international attention as part of a larger labor movement in America. So where are we with things? How is this all impacting – or will impact as it goes...
Detailed show notes to come. * Norris makes the point about backing up your words with actions about moving to the city or investing in it if you have strong opinions about it or want the benefits as a listener wonders about library cards for non-residents * We talk about rising QLINE...
Producer Shianne is in the studio. 01:46 – Shianne highlights why Jer had no idea about Lululemon having pants for him. It’s because for a long time they didn’t make anything larger than a size 12. 04:30 – There’s a new Rocco’s pizza in Oak Park....
Mondays mean Fletcher Sharpe, and today’s episode is all sports because, well, Miguel Cabrera retiring is a big story. 00:28 – Miguel Cabrera is forever a Tiger, and him going to the front office keeps him family 06:39 – The Lions win at Lambeau and show up big in...
It is National Coffee Day – so we put the call out for your favorite coffeeshops – and Jer and Devon talk about them! Including one in Ferndale that was far and away favorite over the others from the responses. Take a listen and discover some places others love you might not...
Friend of the podcast Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit joins us to talk all things development – and a little Miguel Cabrera. 02:40 – The building with a collapsed wall at Russell and Winder will be saved, and the businesses will be able to get their stuff out – which is huge...
Jer and Norris are back from Chicago – Jer talks about trying Jollibee for the first time, and Norris saw the final international match of Megan Rapinoe. Then we bring it back home, talking about the raid of a psychedelic church on Detroit’s west side. Turns out local decriminalization doesn’...