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The Daily J

A daily dive into the top story across metro Detroit. The podcast will feature WWJ reporters, newsmakers and experts to quickly, thoroughly and entertainingly take us through the story.
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Episodes

Is Bigfoot real? One expert says, "Oh! Absolutely!"

If a picture is worth a thousand words, does that make Bigfoot real? Maybe if the pictures weren't blurry. After rumors of a recent sighting in Metro Detroit were debunked, WWJ's Zach Clark talked to a scientist who is all-in on Sasquatch.

Jun 22, 202211 min

Safety vs. privacy -- the debate over using AI to help Detroit Police rages on

Police departments across the country are relying increasingly on the use of technology to help fight crime. But objectors say the technology is not only untrustworthy, but it crosses boundaries. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark gets to the heart of ShotSpotter technology in Detroit. (Photo: Getty Images)

Jun 07, 202210 min

Will the air conditioning be working in Metro Detroit this summer? Maybe. Maybe not.

States like California are used to rolling black and brownouts in the summer months. It has never really happened in Michigan, but that could be about to change after the regional power grid operator warned of energy shortfalls. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark takes a look at what this could mean for Metro Detroiters.

Jun 02, 202210 min

Flags don't equal support: Beware of rainbow capitalism during Pride Month

June is Pride Month, a chance for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate the progress that's been made and to continue to raise awareness for their causes. But it's also a chance for companies to cash in on that support with merchandise or empty words. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark has details on the risks of 'rainbow capitalism.' (Photo: Getty Images)

Jun 01, 202210 min

Is Detroit really the worst city in America to raise a family?

Wallet Hub took data from 182 of the country's biggest cities, using dozens of data points, to find out where are the best and worst places in America to raise a family. To the objection of some, Detroit came in dead last. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks into whether these numbers tell the whole story. (PHOTO: Getty Images)

May 31, 202210 min
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