Some big news in downtown Detroit development, as there's word of changes with the plans for the District Detroit to focus on residential, pausing plans for an office tower next to Comerica Park. And then we get into a discussion about the idea of capping or putting a cover over I-75 in downtown Detroit over by Brush Park, Foxtown and more. A little over $4 million is being deployed by the Federal Government to study the idea as part of a Biden administration plan to reconnect communities split ...
Mar 15, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1381
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 Eastern Market (as well as a Birmingham location) - and helping build out supply chains and practices that focus on local and quality. In an interesting conversation the the Daily Detroit studio at Techtown, the pair sit d...
Mar 14, 2024•27 min•Ep. 1380
There's so much to enjoy in Detroit, but did you know how much? A refreshed list of bars, restaurants and cafes across the city - focused on those that are experiences and small businesses - is out. More than 900 spots to see if you've done every one! Plus, it's broken down by sections of the city depending on where you live or visit. All newly updated for the first time since the world paused. The City Institute is an organization that helps people be in love and lift up where they live. Based ...
Mar 13, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1379
A ton of Detroit sports to unpack this week. Here's the rundown with Fletcher Sharpe: 01:21 - Breaking down Lions / Buccaneers trade for Carlton Davis. Is he the Cornerback we need? 04:56 - Other Lions signings and their impacts 08:40 - Pistons hit 11 wins 11:11 - Was Troy Weaver justified in his war of words with a fan? 16:09 - New Detroit City FC broadcast TV deal with CBS Detroit 17:31 - Matt Lewis retiring, and thoughts on the hole he leaves 19:01 - Over the weekend there as the 2024 DCFC Ki...
Mar 12, 2024•29 min•Ep. 1378
Today we remember Chef Maxcel Hardy, who last week passed away unexpectedly at the age of 40. He stopped by the studio back in 2018 for a great chat about his life, his businesses, his food and more. A lot of was different in Detroit six years ago, and some is the same. But that life story? Interesting. His personality? Warm. And there was so much more that happened after this conversation for him, like being named one of the 16 Best Black Chefs in America. From Coop to Jed's to River Bistro to ...
Mar 11, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1377
Devon O'Reilly is in as he is every Friday. But today, a couple of his favorite topics are the focus. St. Patrick's Day in Detroit, the parade, and the upcoming NFL Draft in downtown. The rundown: 02:07 - All these years the Detroit Shipping company persists and continues to be "a spot." 02:47 - Reminding people to look up the impact of Chef Max Hardy who passed away all too early this week. On Eater: https://detroit.eater.com/2024/3/5/24091053/chef-maxcel-hardy-died-detroit-obituary 03:50 - Tal...
Mar 08, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1376
Producer Shianne is in the studio today, and we get into stories around town and a little podcast inside baseball. 00:46 - We learned we're the 17th best podcast between 20 and 29 minutes long! (oddly specific?) 01:51 - A quick podcast tip as we've been sent a lot of podcasts lately (and it seems creating podcasts is back on the up): Introduce yourselves. This is not social media. 05:30 - Shianne is racing to finish the Barbra Streisand book before it has to be returned 07:51 - Turns out that ex...
Mar 07, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1375
Today's episode is in two parts. First, there was a buck of listener feedback on the episode last week for Norris Howard. Since he's here, we dive in. 11:15 - Second, Jer had a piece in Crain's Detroit business in their "Forum" section on the future of local media titled "Being viral is a better strategy than going viral," and Norris has some questions for him. We talk about the shaky situation for local media in America and here in Detroit. That the math, in so many cases, doesn't math. And som...
Mar 06, 2024•23 min•Ep. 1374
Fletcher Sharpe is in - and we talk about a big demolition underway, the Tigers and Red Wings. 01:16 - The final parts of the Packard Plant are coming down, and Fletcher has thoughts. We also get into the taking down of the old Hannah YMCA on East Jefferson near Sinbads. We also get into what's next for the Packard site - or at least what the city administration is angling for. 08:31 - There's real optimisim for spring training for the Detroit Tigers. 12:54 - Dylan Larkin is out for two weeks, b...
Mar 05, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1373
Despite the news today that the Packard Plant is having another section of it demolished, the reality is Detroit's season of demolition is sunsetting. In a wide-ranging coversation with Detroit's Constructiona and Demolition Director LaJuan Counts, we talk about: 01:17 - What is her north star when dealing with how divise demolitions can be in the community? 02:26 - What makes for a "Good Demo?" What are we looking for? What's changed over the years? 04:33 - What are the similarities and differe...
Mar 04, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1372
Welcome to Friday! Devon O'Reilly is in and we're talking all things Detroit. 00:59 A first taste of two new places: Presley's in the David Whitney Building and Elephant and Co. in the old Founder's space in Midtown Detroit 12:16 - There's a lot of talk about elite and top colleges getting more media coverage than others. But is it in response to an alumni base that shows up? We've been talking about the big $3 billion development MSU is involved in in the city's New Center; but from feedback it...
Mar 01, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1371
Time for a palette cleanser of an episode, where we keep it fun. Producer Shianne joins us in the studio at Techtown. 00:47 - Where we've been, from talking about Barbara Streisand's first non-New York performance in 1961 at the Caucus Club to Jer trying Super Crisp for the first time. 07:07 - Shianne gets into her favorite concerts and we talk about why concerts are the hot ticket right now 11:49 - We talk a bit about the upcoming Broadway in Detroit season, including Parade and The Wiz coming ...
Feb 29, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1370
The Michigan Primary was on Tuesday night, and Norris Howard is in with some thoughts on it (and other things around town). 01:03 - Norris is back from San Diego 02:55 - First time in the restored Book Tower in Detroit 04:37 - Unpacking the Michigan Primary. What does 100,000+ uncomitted voters mean? What about the general election? And how this political world is very different from 2012. 16:52 - Fast food chain Wendy's says they're rolling out AI-driven dynamic, or surge pricing, next year. An...
Feb 28, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1369
A dabbing panda? Fletcher Sharpe's culinary curiosity is piqued. Have you been? We discuss and will get back to you next week on what it's like. Plus, there's a playoff push for the Red Wings as they're in a wildcard spot; and the Detroit Lions re-sign kicker Michael Badgley. 01:07 - Dabbing panda at a gas station on the east side? 06:28 - Could the Red Wings actually make it back to the playoffs? They're in a good position. 12:10 - The Detroit Lions re-sign Michael Badgley. We talk about possib...
Feb 27, 2024•16 min•Ep. 1368
Detroit's first 3-D printed house is for sale on the city's east side. I talked with Citizen Robotics and builder on the project Fernando Bales about what they've learned, how they did it, and what's next. Citizen Robotics: https://www.citizenrobotics.org/ Listing: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1444-Sheridan-St_Detroit_MI_48214_M39105-51367 Then, I'll send you out the door with two stories to know around town. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-...
Feb 26, 2024•13 min•Ep. 1367
We've made it to Friday! Let's talk Detroit stuff: 01:32 - Devon went to HIROKI-SAN in the Book Tower, and has thoughts. 03:44 - There's a new restaurant coming to the David Whitney Building, Presley's 06:47 - Two new hotels are apparently planned along Woodward. But will they actually happen? Skeptical. 11:36 - Mr. Chimetime has taken Metro Detroit by storm with his food reviews, but there's some top places we don't (think) he's visited yet that are in his carryout kinda vibe. So we figured we'...
Feb 23, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1366
What is up with that new "Hollywood" style sign going up ahead of the NFL Draft? Now that there's a real rendering a lot of people have strong opinions one way or another. We discuss. Plus more on the rundown: 00:46 - Shianne tries out the new Pie Sci in Oak Park; and there's a trip to Ikea (plus a song about it! Jonathan Coulton's "IKEA" played with Creative Commons license) 05:15 - A thoughtful listener email about Canton, how diverse it is and how she shares it's a great place to raise kids 1...
Feb 22, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1365
On your Daily Detroit for Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 - we’re going to talk about a new approach to attainable housing. As you know, housing prices have been skyrocketing in the city, the region and the state. In fact, Detroit’s area housing prices rose faster than anywhere else in the country. That’s putting the idea of owning a home out of reach, and maybe we need to look at some new ways of tackling this problem. That’s where a new program, “Tomorrow’s Housing Innovation Showcase” might co...
Feb 21, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1364
Fletcher Sharpe is in and we're going to talk Detroit area sports. 01:06 - Is Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard on the hot seat? 08:05 - A Canadian Footbal League star is on his way to the Detroit Lions from the BC Lions 12:19 - Detroit Pistons, what to look for after the All-Star Break 17:26 - TIL Joe Dumars is in the NBA front office 18:27 - Detroit Pistons exhibit now open at the Detroit Historical Museum Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow u...
Feb 20, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1363
Wide-ranging show from food to economics. Devon O'Reilly is in. 01:33 - In "Where we've been" we talk about the longtime mainstay of Z's Villa and the breakfast and lunch spot Promenade Artisan Foods in the Fisher Building 06:47 - US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was in town, and Jer got the chance to shadow for a bit. We talk about the importance of Michigan in 2024. 15:51 - A recent report (one of two) from the Citizen's Research Council of Michigan shows the difficulty of getting rid of the...
Feb 16, 2024•27 min•Ep. 1362
Norris Howard is in. 00:36 - We talk about the great feedback we got from listeners in Canton; how development happened in Metro Detroit; and part of the draw of the city of Detroit is reconnecting our region to its soul. 15:57 - A new Buddy's is opening up in Canton 19:59 - Dan Gilbert has a new cocktail lounge, Saksey's, opening up in the basement of Gilly's. It's named after the bar his father owned. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple...
Feb 15, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1361
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 and Johnnie Turnage, co-founders - as well as Ethan Lloyd, Social Media Manager for the city of Detroit and he runs the city of Detroit's social media accounts that have been growing quickly and engaging residents. It's cheesy to say in a ...
Feb 14, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1360
Fletcher Sharpe is in, and here's the rundown: 01:07 - What can the Detroit Lions learn from watching the Super Bowl, as far as pieces they may need? Is Dan Campbell unfairly judged against SF coach Shanahan? 09:55 - Fletcher went out to see the preview for the Michigan Panthers, and brings back what we need to know about the new merged league and more 18:06 - The Pistons made some trade moves. Did they end up ahead? Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Foll...
Feb 13, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1359
Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit hops into the studio, and we're talking Detroit development. 00:33 - We both took a tour of the new Residences of Water Square. They're on the higher end of the market, and received no incentives for development. And there are already early signs for demand. This project is also interesting as it's in an area about to be really built out. Soon to be steps from the new West Riverfront Park, a redone set of roads and a convention hotel; but today, it's connected ...
Feb 12, 2024•18 min•Ep. 1358
Welcome to Friday, and we've got a heck of a show for you of local Detroit topics. 03:13 - Devon talks about why he needed to share some "hometown love" in a recent newspaper op-ed. 09:15 - An update on the new restaurant by Chef Fabio Viviani in the old Calexico space. Plus, do local restaurants need to up their game? Do you prefer when someone skips over a bad place, or tells you how bad it might be? Are some reviews too harsh? Would love your thoughts in this conversation. 313-789-3211 or dai...
Feb 09, 2024•23 min•Ep. 1357
Norris Howard is IN the studio today, and we're talking about things around Metro Detroit. 01:35 - New Detroit City Council map just dropped that redefines the districts of the members. It's dealing with Detroit's changing population, but what do you think? Here's the map: https://felt.com/map/Detroit-New-City-Council-Districts-gzyuHJh4QtSSNcuFrbP9C2A?loc=42.3928,-83.1313,11.4z 14:06 - Norris got his library card, and talks about all the benefits. This ties into a previous discussion about libra...
Feb 08, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1356
Whether it's public or charter schools, Detroit students are fighting an uphill battle. Between trasportation, transparency, and even dealing with extreme temperatures - anything involving the future of Detroit hinges on Detroit's education system. Tinu Usoro from 482 Forward joins me at the table in Techtown to talk about not just the problems, but ideas to help fix these issues. The Detroit podcast rundown: 00:55 - What is 482 Forward? 02:38 - The impact of bad weather on education in Detroit ...
Feb 07, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1355
How important is it that Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn - Offensive and Defensive coordinators for the Detroit Lions, stay in Detroit? Plus, Brad Holmes took a bit of a victory lap with his picks from the draft and Fletcher reminds us that save for one, he's been on board with the Holmes plan most of the way. And we talk a bit about Earl "The Twirl" Cureton and the difference between basketball in the early 80s vs now. 01:09 - Earl "The Twirl" Cureton passed away unexpectedly at the age of 66. We t...
Feb 06, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1354
Metro Detroit has wrestled with a lack of comprehensive transit — far behind peer regions, and even lesser ones — for decades. Michigan's competitive challenges are getting to the point where even those who are among the least open to change have to started to face it. Where top talent, young talent, are choosing other states because Michigan just doesn't provide the basics many other areas that are growing, do. One of those basics is transit. But now there's a transit caucus in the state legisl...
Feb 05, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1353
Yemeni coffee is spreading across America as more and more people discover just how good it is. Qahwah House started in Dearborn, but has gone as far as Illinois and Brooklyn as it's been expanding across the nation. It has a special flavor and a special story, and we get into it today. Longtime listeners of the show know we love coffee, so Devon O'Reilly invited Ibrahim Alhasbani, the co-founder of Qahwah House to come by the studio. A true Metro Detroit success story. Website: https://www.qahw...
Feb 02, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1352
