Today we talk the new Tocororo in Eastern Market, a quick Northern Lights reopening review, Malek Al-Kabob in Dearborn and Taylor, there's more Wing Snobs coming, and hotel progress. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time co...
Jun 09, 2023•23 min•Ep. 1210
Taylor Swift is coming to Detroit this weekend, but it's only the beginning of a ton of fun events in Detroit. Yes, there's Taylor - and we discuss with Chris Moyer of Visit Detroit not only impact but his favorite Taylor Swift inspired drink. But there's also a Tigers homestand, Motor City Pride, events at Pewabic, Jazzin at the Vanity, The Indian Village Home Tour, The Michigan Glass Project, and more. Thanks to our local Edward Jones Financial Advisor for sponsoring this episode: https://www....
Jun 08, 2023•14 min•Ep. 1209
Today's show is in four parts. - First, Norris Howard talks about Michigan's new hands-free driving law and the impacts. https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-government/hands-free-distracted-driving-law-takes-effect-june-30-michigan - Then, Detroit's office spaces are reportedly 50 percent physically empty, and the pivot is to residential as the whole hybrid / work from home thing is more sticky than first thought. https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate-insider/what-would-10000-housing-units-do-...
Jun 07, 2023•23 min•Ep. 1208
Often there are stories about "two Detroits," but that also extends into Metro Detroit. A survey out last week from the Gallup Center on Black Voices and the Detroit Regional Chamber is kind of revealing when it comes to Detroit, Metro Detroit, the needs of the people in those communities, and how they perceive things. This first resident survey that I think revealed a lot of interesting topics, and I hope it's done again next year. Norris Howard is on to help break it down. Full survey: https:/...
Jun 06, 2023•23 min•Ep. 1207
Today's show is a busy one. First, we talk about the signage situation on Belle Isle beach, as there was an E.Coli outbreak and swimmers, according to reports, didn't know. So what level of signage should there be? More: https://www.wxyz.com/news/belle-isle-beach-is-close-due-to-e-coli-but-hundreds-are-still-there-this-weekend The Detroit Grand Prix ran their first downtown race in awhile over the weekend. We share first thoughts, and are generally positive on the locale change and future possib...
Jun 05, 2023•25 min•Ep. 1206
Catching up as we do every Friday, but this time at the end of a long week in the tail moments of the Mackinac Policy Conference. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit...
Jun 02, 2023•23 min•Ep. 1205
It's not news that the city of Detroit has one of highest tax rates in metro Detroit, Michigan and the country. What is news is a new land value tax plan to help change that and get, officials say, a nearly thirty percent cut on property taxes for most Detroit homeowners (and a huge increase on people who own undeveloped vacant land: speculators, downtown parking lots, scrap yard owners, and more). On your Daily Detroit for Thursday, June 1, 2023 - we’re going to dig in to it with someone who is...
Jun 01, 2023•16 min•Ep. 1204
In this conversation at the Detroit Policy Conference, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner gets into what she's doing to keep sewage out of our water systems and lakes, projects they're working on, issues with Highland Park's water debt, the idea of Detroit and Grosse Pointe putting in direct release valves for sewage overflow into the waterways, and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-...
May 31, 2023•18 min•Ep. 1203
Today's show is in two parts. First, we do a first look and quick review of the new Mackinac Island Pizza as we've landed at the Mackinac Policy Conference. It is, according to the marketing materials, inspired by a Detroit pizza legend. Does it live up to the hype? Then, Fletcher Sharpe breaks down a second win in a row for Detroit City FC which is seeing a bit of resurgence, especially as Maxi Rodriguez is stepping up. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're o...
May 30, 2023•20 min•Ep. 1202
Lots to talk about on the this Friday before the holiday week. But we start with something that shook us to our core - what if Rock and Rye isn't really Rock and Rye? Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http...
May 26, 2023•25 min•Ep. 1201
It's not that the robots and automation is coming. It's here. The question is now what are the opportunities and how can Metro Detroit capitalize on our advantages? The Automate Show is in Detroit, bringing 28,000 registered attendees focused on automation, robotics and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilR...
May 25, 2023•15 min•Ep. 1200
Norris Howard joins us in the co-host seat today. We talk about an article that a bunch of you texted and emailed in about - Detroit possibly losing the title as America's Blackest city. https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/2023/05/23/detroit-largest-black-city-census-population-duggan/70235685007/ Time has run out on the Stone Soap building - and it's running out on a number of older buildings in the city. What can be saved? Should it be saved? https://detroit.urbanize.city/post/stone-soap-bu...
May 24, 2023•32 min•Ep. 1199
Today's show is a two-parter. First, we preview the upcoming Live Glassblowing Arts and Music Festival put together by the MIchigan Glass Project. Allison Key joins me for that. Then, we talk to a listener from far away who surprised us with a visit to the Visit Detroit Hometown Tourist Day. It's a personal conversation about Slovak heritage, connections to Detroit, and more. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/u...
May 23, 2023•21 min•Ep. 1198
A bit of a mailbag episode as we answer some of your questions. Always can send them in at dailydetroit - at- gmail -dot- com. We saved the sports questions for Fletcher Sharpe! 00:47 What's next for the Pistons now there's no Wemby and it's the fifth pick in the NBA draft? 04:12 Is it worth it to watch the Detroit Tigers this year? 06:52 Former MSU star QB Brian Lewerke returns to the state of Michigan. Why hasn't he been able to find his footing up til now? 09:47 What do you look for in colleg...
May 22, 2023•23 min•Ep. 1197
Today's show is a special one as we had the chance to catch up with Carla Hall of Top Chef, Food Network and The Chew fame. She was doing a great thing at the Durfee school on Detroit's near west side honoring lunchroom heroes and making biscuits. Hootie Hoo! Plus Devon and Jer talk about four stories around town. It's grand opening and grand closing for Flaming Embers at what seems to be a cursed corner for bars at Woodward and Grand Circus Park. Turns out Jer and Engineer Randy went the last n...
May 19, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1196
00:22 - A freighter has run aground at Belle Isle as we recorded this 02:33 - A new electric vehicle charging corridor is going in from Quebec to Kalmazoo 14:45 - Speaking of Quebec, they have a new kind of traffic light that changes color depening on if you're following the speed limit 18:15 Detroit wants to roll out 100 more license plate readers 24:51 What could be done to fix up Comerica Park? The bones are good but we discuss some ideas and would love to hear yours 32:49 Events around town ...
May 17, 2023•37 min•Ep. 1195
An old favorite is back after three years in the city of Detroit, and we talk about the new Bakehouse46 in Ferndale and the Berkley Coffee and Oak Park Dry. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buy...
May 16, 2023•14 min•Ep. 1194
Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things Detroit sports. 00:42 Monty Williams is on the coaching board after being fired by Mat Ishbia. Could he land in Detroit? Would it be good? 07:18 Fletcher headed down to Ford Field to see the Panthers 11:29 International match between Crystal Palace FC and Sevilla coming to Comerica Park 16:35 Detroit City FC's women side and strong attendance numbers 18:43 The men's Detroit City FC side got embarassed by Tampa Bay last weekend 5-1, and powerful San Antoni...
May 15, 2023•33 min•Ep. 1193
Recording live at Campus Martius - your Daily Detroit! Randy and Devon both went to Alpino in their opening days and come back with a hot review. Then, Jer, Devon and Randy share their favorite Detroit tourist spots, in the theme of Hometown Tourist Day. And finally, a couple of pieces of hotel news including a construction update and a brand change for one of Detroit's most beautiful. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.a...
May 12, 2023•25 min•Ep. 1192
Bob Seger and Aretha Franklin made stuff here. And so could you, as a historic studio from the 1930s is being rehabbed on Detroit's east side at Cadieux and East Warren. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: h...
May 11, 2023•11 min•Ep. 1191
Introducing a voice you'll hear more often on the show, Norris Howard - from Hometown Tourist day in Campus Martius Park. We talk about his history growing up in Detroit, why he like the project, and some of the best places around town include his coney pick. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to o...
May 10, 2023•16 min•Ep. 1190
On today's show Shianne brings a drink from TikTok to try; We discuss a ton of concerts for sale for just $25 and which ones we'd go to; and Bikes and Coffee in Detroit's Woodbridge is closing. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a ...
May 09, 2023•14 min•Ep. 1190
Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things sports from his thumbs down for the current Pistons coach options, to the Ishbia incident to the Michigan Panther and Detroit City FC who pulled off a tie on Saturday. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or ...
May 08, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1189
We cover a ton of things from trying a Michigan booze that should have stayed a beer, where exactly we think the NFL Draft will be located in Detroit, Engineer Randy dined at BESA and has thoughts, we preview Detroit Hometown Tourist day plus some things to do around town. Remember we're on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942?mt=2 And Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yhv8nSylVWxlZilRhi4X9 Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetro...
May 05, 2023•21 min•Ep. 1188
Robin Runyan from Urbanize joins us on today's show to talk all things Detroit development. There's areas of downtown that should have buildings on them and we focus in on Bricktown Her take on the Book Depository building Piquette Flats will be underway in Milwaukee Junction And an update on the State Fair Transit Center and some questions we still have - like the limited connection to suburban buses Read all her things at: https://detroit.urbanize.city/ Thanks to our members: http://www.patreo...
May 04, 2023•24 min•Ep. 1187
Highland Park is, again, on the brink of bankruptcy. This time, over water bills. Eric Lupher, president of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan, joins us to talk about the plight of Highland Park and a number of small cities in Michigan that just aren't big enough to provide a full set of services - and what to do about them. Reading material: https://crcmich.org/bankruptcy-will-not-solve-highland-parks-financial-problems Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those ...
May 03, 2023•19 min•Ep. 1186
Busy show today. Shianne remembers one of her favorite artists, Gordon Lightfoot. Then, we talk about the allegedly sus suds situation with Founders failed Detroit foray. Caribou Coffee is brining back a blast of nostalgia with their return to Michigan with 50 stores Jer shares a few of his favorite NYC food picks including Ci Siamo and one with a local tie. And a Julia Child exhibit is coming to the Henry Ford Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time...
May 02, 2023•21 min•Ep. 1185
Our show is in three parts. First, the Detroit Lions and their overall draft strategy, plus how D'Andre Swift ended up in the best position possible. Fletcher went to the Michigan Panthers home opener at Ford Field and came back happy with the experience. And, changes on the field need to happen at Detroit City FC - so what's next. Maybe some signings to make up for what was lost in the offseason, as we now know what we lost on offense? Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit ...
May 01, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1183
Today's show covers a lot of ground. First, where we've been. We talk about Fishbones, still tickin' after all these years in Detroit's Greektown. Then Brooklyn/NYC topics. A fun thing, discussing Detroit-style pizza there and whether or not you're team hot honey. Then more serious as we get into what real population density looks like, the hard decisions for development where in order to build affordably there have to be subsidies, and a different way to look at transit (which ties into that de...
Apr 28, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1182
Shianne and Jer checked out NewLab Detroit Then Shianne also went to a tour of the water intake processing plant in Detroit's Waterworks Park And finally we talk about the long-awaited Sahara coming to District Detroit Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit...
Apr 27, 2023•24 min•Ep. 1181
