Daily Detroit

Daily Detroit

What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit! Our all-local independent podcast talks about what pushes Detroit and Southeast Michigan forward. Keep up on what matters and what's happening around town. What's that new thing being built? What's the best food in town? Who are the most interesting people? What are the best stories? Produced by your neighbors in the city, serving the region. Posts every weekday in time for your commute home.

Episodes

March 7, 2025 • 25 mins

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Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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The Prince of Brightmoor, Norris Howard, is in as we talk about the latest impacting Metro Detroit and Michigan.

Plus, we field a flock of Canadian feedback on our Monday show and get into limits passed in the city of Detroit on marijuana and cannabis billboards.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.

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A bakery that doesn't exist in Ferndale, Lafayette coney returns, it's the end of the line for Bobcat Bonnie's in Corktown, A historic district for the rencen gets denied, and please vote for us for best podcast in Detroit! Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.

Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942

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Fletcher Sharpe shares his five reasons you should really start watching the Detroit Pistons.

Plus, we talk about our sold-out event at Tocororo, voting for us for best podcast in Hour Detroit and our Spring listener survey.

VOTE VOTE VOTE: https://www.hourdetroit.com/best-of-detroit-online-ballot/

Spring listener survey: https://forms.gle/KH4BrSFC9bQHNPkq6

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March 3, 2025 • 23 mins

We're on the eve of expected 25% tariffs against Canada and Mexico going into effect. Michigan and Metro Detroit's economies are deeply tied to international trade — whether it's the automotive and manufacturing sectors or our vast agricultural areas. 

So what are we really looking at as far as impacts by the decision the Trump administration says they're going to make? How do we get past the rhetoric, fear, and doubt to how this w...

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Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit every day. Devon O'Reilly joins in to round up some of the interesting stories and places around town. 

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The Prince of Brightmoor Norris Howard is in, and we discuss a recent push to turn the RenCen into a historic district to save all of the towers. Is that the best way forward?

Plus, thoughts on a recent New York City trip where we encourage people if they can to go out to their local restaurants and support - and Norris's Seva thoughts as he was a long time customer.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit ever...

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Jer speaks with Sam Cerwin, co-founder of Be Reworn, about the importance of community and sustainability.

They discuss the ways her platform connects people to swap clothing and other goods, how that fosters a more eco-conscious lifestyle, and provides a more affordable way to access clothing.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/da...

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A litte Townie Talk with Fletcher Sharpe...

Topic timestamps:

02:10     Fletcher appears on One Detroit and talks about the hug that broke barriers in baseball

04:28 - Seva is closing. We remember vegan options of the past and mention some of what's happening now.

08:56 - Free People coming to downtown Detroit. We also talk about some wild rents we've seen on Instagram ads and security deposit maximums

17:35 - Apple opening a manuf...

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February 24, 2025 • 26 mins

What does it take to become a cheesemonger? What are some of the best cheeses right now? Where can you try some of this stuff?

Zach Berg from Mongers' Provisions stopped by to talk about all of the tasty things - as well as why they decided to hand over their Midtown location to new owners and a new name, while helping them get started.

We also get into their restaurant, Rind, that's right next to their Berkley store.

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On this Friday edition of Daily Detroit, hosts Devon and Jer kick things off with a victory lap for Devon, who accurately predicted the opening of an Apple Store in Detroit nearly three years ago.

La Pecora Nera is expanding with a second location in Birmingham, and Devon shares his favorite sandwiches of the...

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On today's episode we talk about how a new high-speed rail project in Canada could eventually connect up with Detroit, we react to your feedback on the stores and restaurants you'd like to see in downtown Detroit, and talk about our new website at DailyDetroit.com 

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.

Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942

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February 19, 2025 • 19 mins

Welcome to your Wednesday edition of the show, with Jer and Fletcher!

On today's all-local podcast:

01:40 - Thanks Deadline Detroit for including us on Detroit’s Entertaining Podcast List: We are described as "calm, folksy, and fun." Fletcher is doesn't buy "folksy" for himself.

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This episode of Daily Detroit dives deep into the devastating flooding that impacted Southwest Detroit, with hundreds of homes affected.

Reporter Malachi Barrett from Bridge Detroit joins host Jer Staes to provide an on-the-ground perspective and critical insights into the disaster.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.

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We first reported locally that yes, an Apple Store is coming to downtown Detroit. But what does it mean? What could happen next? And how could downtown Detroit fit into not only the city but the region's shopping scene?

Key points:

(0:42): The Apple Store as a sign of progress and economic impact.

(3:18): Reimagining Downtown Detroit as a regional shopping destination, not just a neighborhood hub.

(5:15): Identifying key destinatio...

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Happy Valentine's Day! Jer and Devon made it into the studio through the snow to record something for just for you.

On the show:

  • 0:55 - 4:37: Valentine's Day weekend plans, early dinner advantages, and how to feel about Valentine's Day if you a...

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February 13, 2025 • 23 mins

If you're just getting started, how should you stock your home bar? Whether it's the accessories and gadgets, spirits, or bitters and grocery items, we have you covered. 

Norris needs some advice setting up his Detroit spot.

It's a big panel at the studio, with Barchaelogist Mickey Lyons, Engineer of Audio and Alcohol Randy Walker, and Norris Howard.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day.

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February 12, 2025 • 18 mins

Outlier Media's Aaron Mondry joins us to talk about his in-depth reporting about foreigners investing in Detroit through cryptocurrency.

More, as part of his series on the "Speculators of Detroit": https://outliermedia.org/crypto-real-estate-realt-cryptocurrency-detroit/

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. 

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Join us as we dive into everything from transportation updates - like a possible new multi-modal transit hub at the campus of Michigan Central that would connect Chicago to Toronto through Detroit, to replacing an accident-prone intersection on the east side, and even pondering the best foods to eat while driving.

Plus, find out why you should never eat 24 strips of bacon in one sitting.

Whether you're a lifelong Detroiter or new a...

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February 10, 2025 • 22 mins

Today, we're talking about rats. They've been in the news a lot lately - whether at the center of a ongoing downtown coney feud or suburban communities wrestling with the problem. So what actually works? What don't we know? Dr. Bobby Corrigan is a rodentologist who has spent his life learning and learning to control these animals.

A timestamp breakdown:

0:56 Rat Prevalence: Global pest, Not just Detroit

1:31 Adaptability of Rats

1:...

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