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- 2 days ago27 min
Should The Wings or Tigers Be Sold? Plus 5 Stories Around Town
We're breaking down what's happening around Metro Detroit. From local lunch spots to rooftop reservation changes to a Midtown coffee shop closure, skyrocketing gas prices, and a debate on the future of our local sports franchises. Here's today's rundown: 01:33 — Where we've been: Uncs for Lunch. Devon checks out Uncs for lunch and breaks down the space, menu, and midday vibe. 05:19 — Pine Hall now requires reservations. What you need to know before trying to grab a drink or a table downtown this weekend. 11:03 — Red Hook Midtown is closing. The Woodward Avenue shop shutters September 26, ending a three-year run. What should go there next? 15:10 — In a thought experiment, would you sell the Tigers or Red Wings? With both franchises facing big questions, we debate whether it's time for new ownership for one of these historic teams so there's the ability for ownership to focus to make one thrive. 19:04 — Gas and diesel prices skyrocket. Prices across Michigan are creeping up toward $5 for gas and even higher for diesel. What's driving the surge, what it means for consumers, and what is the breaking point for Michiganders? 23:16 — The RenCen conversation. We have an interview planned next week, we'd love your constructive questions on the plans. Got thoughts on today's episode or questions? Drop us a line at dailydetroit@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at 313-789-3021. Thanks for your support on Patreon!
- 3 days ago15 min
New Spots Opening Soon & What Michelin Means for Detroit (w/ Melody Baetens)
The Michelin Guide is bringing its Great Lakes ceremony to Detroit next April, and people have a lot of questions. What does a Michelin presence actually mean for our local food scene? How do diners, chefs, and journalists navigate the hype? To break it down, Detroit News restaurant critic Melody Baetens stopped by the TechTown studio. We talk about what those stars actually represent, what inspectors look for, and why the national spotlight is shifting toward the Great Lakes. Plus, Melody recently put together a list of 25 new and returning restaurants expected to open across Metro Detroit. We talk about some of the big highlights — from long-awaited returns like Cass Cafe and Highgrade Deli to fresh concepts like Agnes in West Village, Aurora Italiana, Slutty Vegan, Mike's Red Tacos, and Spiedo on West Canfield. Check out Melody's full list on The Detroit News: 25 Restaurants Expected to Open Soon in Metro Detroit Support the show: https://patreon.com/DailyDetroit
- 4 days ago24 min
Meet The Detroit Musician Behind "Zhaion" (And Why He Isn't Hiding The AI)
Norris and I sit down with Edmund Gray, CEO of Kissmet Music Group, for a conversation that I found completely fascinating in the context of today's fast-changing world. Edmund is the creator behind Zhaion, an AI-hybrid R&B project grounded right here in Detroit, complete with a promotion online, free-to-play 8-bit game based on driving The Lodge. Rather than hiding the tech behind a curtain, Edmund is being entirely upfront about using generative tools to bring his music and world-building to life. We get into the ethics of the music business, the reality of creative tools, and why transparency matters as AI becomes, whether we like it or not, a part of our lives. This is exactly the kind of smart, nuanced local discussion I love having on the show, and I think you're going to get a lot out of it. Check out Zhaion's new album No Clearance dropping this Friday. https://zhaion.com/ What do you think? Hit us up, dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211. Thanks for your support on Patreon!
- 5 days ago19 min
A Millage to Keep Metro Detroit's Stories Alive
A proposed Wayne and Oakland county millage could reshape access and provide ongoing sustainability to two of Metro Detroit's cornerstone historic institutions. Jer Staes and Norris Howard are joined by Elana Rugh, president and CEO of the Detroit Historical Society, and Neil Barclay, president and CEO of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. The proposal would support free admission for county residents, transportation help for students and seniors, teacher curriculum resources, and funding for smaller public historical museums across the two counties. We talk about why the museums say they need a long-term funding model, what visitors can expect this fall, and why preserving Detroit's past — while collecting the history being made today — matters. The measure is listed on the back of the ballot as the Southeast Michigan Historical Museums Authority proposal. You'll find a full transcript on our website. More info: https://www.yestoourstory.com/ Feedback as always, dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211.
- 6 days ago21 min
Hamtramck Gets SMART Service Back, Plus a First Look at Georgia O'Keeffe at the DIA
*:first-child]:mt-0 [&_>*:last-child]:mb-0" data-renderer="lm"> On today's show, Norris Howard and I dig into SMART's new Route 500, which restores service to Hamtramck for the first time in more than a decade. It's a new bus connection between downtown Detroit, the DMC, Hamtramck, the North End, and the Bel Air Center. It matters for a city like Hamtramck where about one in five households does not have a vehicle, and it also gives fans another way to get to Keyworth Stadium and people visiting the city a way to get to Hamtramck without am Uber. Then, photographer Ryan Southen and I head to the Detroit Institute of Arts for a preview of Georgia O'Keeffe: Architecture, a first-of-its-kind exhibition that looks beyond the flowers and into the buildings, cityscapes, barns, and New Mexico spaces that shaped her work. We also talk with Ben Colman, the DIA's curator of American art, about why bringing this exhibition to Detroit matters and how O'Keeffe's New York paintings connect with the skyscraper boom that shaped Detroit in the same era. Finally, we check in on Detroit City FC as Le Rouge heads into the final stretch of the regular season, chasing a top-four finish and a chance to host a playoff match at Keyworth. Saturday's matchup against Pittsburgh is a big one, and DCFC will wear special green Capuchin Soup Kitchen charity kits. Feedback as always dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211. Cover photo by Ryan Southen. What do you think on any of these topics? Hit us up, dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211. Thanks for your support on Patreon!
- 1 weeks ago22 min
Cosm's Tech Is Cool (But Can Be Costly) & Cass Cafe Returns
Ahead of the weekend, Devon and I break down my visit to Cosm Detroit, the new high-tech venue in downtown that's gotten a ton of buzz. The tech and immersive dome are very impressive, but dynamic pricing means ticket costs can jump in a hurry depending on what you're seeing. We debate - is dynamic pricing the way to go? Plus, we also dive into some great local news with Cass Cafe returning to Midtown, sample a Banana Bread Old Fashioned, and unpack MDOT's new pilot program testing a per-mile road charge. Timestamps: 01:31 - What We're Drinking: Banana Bread Old Fashioned 05:33 - Cosm Detroit: Super Cool, But Might Be Costly 17:49 - Cass Cafe in Detroit returning 19:51 - Charge for roads per mile driven instead of the gas tax? Cover photo by Ryan Southen. What do you think on any of these topics? Hit us up, dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211. Sorry for the late posting this week. We still don't have internet at home on the east side and are digging out of the power outage. Regular schedule next week. Thanks for your support on Patreon!
- 1 weeks ago20 min
Should Detroit Switch Off DTE?
After severe storms and a tornado swept through Detroit over the Labor Day weekend, leaving many across the region without electricity for days (including yours truly for a second holiday weekend this year, totaling nearly two weeks without power), Norris Howard and I break down the Detroit City Council's unanimous vote to explore alternatives to DTE Energy. We discuss the council's decision, look at the broader implications of utility monopolies in Metro Detroit, and share our personal experiences dealing with frequent power grid failures across the area. Link to report discussed via the Detroit News. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:45 – Gratitude: Shoutouts to everyone who came out to see us at the Detroit Sandwich Party at Eastern Market, plus a special thanks to new Patreon members! 02:00 – Weekend Highlights: Norris recaps his experience at the Detroit Jazz Fest, highlighting a performance by the Low End Quintet at Dee Dee's / The Valade. 03:45 – News: Detroit City Council vs. DTE: Details on Councilwoman Gabriela Santiago-Romero's unamiously passed measure directing the legal department to research ways to diversify the city's energy sources and reduce dependence on DTE Energy. 05:30 – Monopolies & Utility Accountability: A discussion on rate hikes, service reliability, grid hardening, and a lack of competition. 09:15 – Public Power Alternatives: Looking at how nearby communities like Ann Arbor and Wyandotte's relationship to public utilities and what that might mean for Metro Detroit. Listen & Connect Follow the Show: Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Support the Show: Join us on Patreon to help keep independent local coverage going at <a class="ng-star-inserted" href= "https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.patreon.com/da
- 2 weeks ago25 min
Inside Ray's Downtown, Bay Harbor Getaway & What's New at Greenfield Village
Before we get started, apologies as this episode is about a day behind. My neighborhood was the one in Detroit that was hit by an EF2 tornado, bringing 115 mph winds, downed trees, and damage. Apologies, and we'll talk more about what happened next week. Main show: As it's Labor Day weekend, we thought we'd bring the fun. Devon O'Reilly joins me as we review Ray's Hometown Bar, the retro-inspired, wood-paneled new spot taking over the former Mr. Dips space in Parker's Alley. Plus, Devon takes us on a tour of his child-free getaway up north, sharing why he prefers the Little Traverse Bay area — including Petoskey and Bay Harbor — over Traverse City, along with a standout meal at Spring & Porter. Then, we debate the definitive boundaries of where "up north" actually begins in Michigan. Finally, Jer did a bit of a staycation with a rare day off at Greenfield Village, getting into what makes its newest additions like the Stand 44 eatery, the Jackson House, and the reconstructed 1860s Detroit Central Market... must-visit add ons to an old favorite. Support the work on Patreon: https://patreon.com/DailyDetroit Feedback as always - 313-789-3211 or email us, dailydetroit@gmail.com
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