The people showed up in Detroit for the NFL Draft - 275,000 of them, setting a record for the event. Plus, the Lions made a key pick - and we know now more about how the NFC North might shape up for next year. To break it all down, Fletcher Sharpe joined me at the Foundation Hotel for a very early morning recording sessions. The Detroit podcast rundown: 01:00 - Record-setting attendance and the vibe downtown was great 03:15 - Brad Holmes got his man: CB Terrion Arnold selected by Lions ...

Norris Howard is in, and we talk about a rash of racist billboards that recently popped up in town and how it shows there's more work to do around the topic. Source news stories we talk about: Detroit News: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/04/23/american-islamic-group-leaders-condemn-hitler-racist-billboards-in-southeast-michigan/73426966007/  Metro Times: ...

Today in a new game, "Pick 3," we determine what are our favorite breakfast spots in greater Downtown Detroit ahead of the NFL Draft (to answer listener Laura's question). Engineer Randy went to the newest dining ticket in Detroit, Vecino. He has thoughts in a first look at the modern Mexician cuisine spot. And, we talk about our brand new website and newsletter platform to improve how we serve all of you. Rundown: 01:24 - Randy checks out the newest restaruant in Midtown, Vecino. This...

Today Fletcher Sharpe is in and we do a bit of a preview of the NFL Draft event situation. Plus, we discuss whether professional players should bet on sports at all, and the growing importance of gambling to the business of sports. The Detroit Tigers may not be able to coast with a .500 record and win the American League Central as the Cleveland Guardians are showing to be a stronger team, so the Tigers will have to step up with their bats. And Fletcher went to the Detroit City FC match...

Today's podcast seems to be brought to you by the letter "B." Producer Shianne is in the co-host chair and we cover everything from a favorite old White Stripes show being available online to new supersized gas station speculation to a new spot in Berkley to a little love for the People Mover in light of the Draft street closures. 00:58 - White Stripes old show at the Magic Stick from 20+ years ago is available online 03:17 - Bucc-ee's speculation with a new billboard popping up in West...

Devon O'Reilly is in on a Friday and we're talking about what's new and notable around town, with a focus on the tasty. 02:02 - The Astro egg sandwich recipe has been released into the wild. A life-changing sandwich, you can get the recipe here. https://stilllifewithlemon.substack.com/p/astro-egg-sandwich 05:01 - Jer and Devon go to Gilly's and have their first impressions on Detroit's newest sports bar 13:18 - New boardwalk connecting to West Riverfront Park underway 14:58 - Edition...

On Wednesday, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan delivered his eleventh State of the City address. It was a rapid-fire list of wins, and areas where he wants to focus on the next year. But what is the state of our city, from a different perspective? What if we take a minute, or an hour in this case, and unpack what's happening in Michigan's largest city with a different lens?  Chase Cantrell - he heads up Building Community Value, lectures at the University of Michigan and is an active developer -...

Norris Howard is back in the co-host chair after a trip to New York City, and we get into some of things to talk about around Detroit. 02:02 - Norris's take on GM's move to Hudson's Detroit and what is going to happen with the Ren Cen. 06:43 - RIverfront by the Ren Cen could be utilized so much better if they got rid of all those surface parking lots. 13:32 - Education is neededon the history and context for certain things that have happened in the city, as well as our landmarks. There's...

We have a jam-packed episode for you today! Our feature conversation is with Rich Miller, Jr.  He's a NFL Draft prospect that went to Martin Luther King Jr. High School in Detroit. It's a fascinating conversation on his story. And Fletcher Sharpe has even more for you. Here's the rundown: 01:05 - The Pistons are looking for a new Head of Basketball Operations, but Troy Weaver is staying 03:00 - NFL Draft prospect Rich Miller Jr. joins us to talk about his time at MLK high School. Here...

In a move that's got the whole Detroit region talking, General Motors is leaving the RenCen in 2025 to take up the upper floors of the office space at Hudson's Detroit.  But that leaves one of Detroit's most iconic buildings without a clear path. Bedrock and GM are going to work over the next year to think about what it looks like going forward, but we take a first take at it, and talk about some of the amenities we'd like to see - and what the city might need.  As always, feedback -...

The spirit of entrepreneurship is strong in Detroit, but also - it takes resources to really get going. That's where, since 2011, the Hatch Detroit contest has come in. One of these 10 businesses we talk to today will walk away with $100,000 in cash from Comerica Bank to make their dreams happen in Detroit, Highland Park or Hamtramck. Today, I talk to all of them in elevator pitch format. And then you get to decide by going to https://www.hatchdetroit.com/vote and picking up to four you...

There's a lot to talk about around Detroit on this Friday before the weekend, and Devon O'Reilly is here to do it. The Rundown: 02:16 - Devon visits the Lone Goat, a new British pub coming to town 05:21 - Devon: "It's just a sign!" 10:21 - Downtown Detroit sidewalk and road closures have already started, and some tips for getting around the NFL Draft 13:02 - New openings downtown - Chipotle, Qargo Coffee, and how chains get a lot of attention around here  As always, you can find Daily...

The new Detroit sign on I-94 is the talk of the town, and Robin Runyan with Fletcher Sharpe is here joining Jer to do just that. Plus we get into a new trash robot on Belle Isle, and do kinda in-depth breakdown on what we think about the Detroit Tigers early in the season.  The rundown: 00:54 - New Detroit sign on 94, how are we feeling? How are you feeling? And it's stopping traffic 06:49 - Will the Belle Isle trash robot be welcomed? 08:57 - Detroit Tigers early season thoughts As...

Michigan has a problem with whippets. Brought to the front of the collective mind after that gigantic fire and explosion in Clinton Township - Michigan has passed new laws to begin to deal with the personal dangers of inhaling nitrous oxide, as well as to the community by those who sell them. This is an important issue in the city of Detroit, the Metro Detroit region, and the state. On your Daily Detroit, we unpack it a bit. The dangers. The misconceptions, and what a local group is trying...

In this episode of Daily Detroit, we had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider. Adam shared his insights on the upcoming NFL Draft in Detroit, the remarkable turnaround of the Detroit Lions, and the dynamic state of the NFC North. Our conversation kicked off with Adam discussing his ongoing advocacy for Type 1 Diabetes screening, a cause close to his heart due to his wife's experience with the disease. Shifting gears to football, Adam gave an in-depth look...

Happy Friday and Happy Tigers Opening Day! Devon and Jer are in the studio for the Friday episode. Here's the all-local podcast rundown: 03:44 - Devon checked out the newly renovated Eatori restaurant and market in Downtown Detroit's Capitol Park, and Jer went to the media preview so they both have thoughts. 08:02 - A trip to Sylvan Lake highlights a listener suggestion for a Maurice Salad of Hudson's fame (Ellen's) as well as a couple of very pretty spots for home and garden stuff,...

Norris Howard is in the co-host chair, and we get into some interesting topics on the podcast around Metro Detroit.  The rundown: 01:05 - There are new districts for the Michigan State Legislature in Metro Detroit, focused on the city of Detroit and nearby suburbs. This happened after a legal challenge that black voters weren't properly represented. Norris Howard, who has a political education and reporting background - as well as a native born Detroiter - discusses his thoughts and the...

A self-driving shuttle is coming to downtown Detroit this summer. What do we think? That and more on today's episode. Producer Shianne is in the studio and we round up five stories to talk about in Metro Detroit.  The rundown: 03:09 - Bedrock, City of Detroit, Michigan Central are teaming up on a 10 mile self driving loop shuttle from Corktown through the Central Business District to the east riverfront of Detroit. 07:13 - University of Michigan Medical isconverting former K-Mart...

For the most part, spring is off to a really strong start when it comes to sports. Outside of the Detroit Red Wings (we'll have to cross our fingers ont them), the Detroit Tigers, the Michigan Panthers and Detroit City FC all have strong beginnings.  01:20 - The Michigan Panthers won their home opener, and Fletcher Sharpe was there for the epic field goal kick to win it by a guy who hadn't put it through the uprights in a game since high school. 06:44 - The Detroit Tigers are undefeated to...

Today's Friday show with Devon O'Reilly is a busy one. The rundown: 03:15 - Devon tried Adelina in downtown Detroit 7:36 - Pink Garlic has opened a second spot in Allen Park. Jer says it's good and the second location keeps up with the first in Oak Park. 10:55 - BD's Mongolian BBQ has closed in Dearborn. Devon was there when it opened more than 30 years ago, and we discuss not only the brand, but how leadership might matter with a spot. 16:00 - NFL Draft talk, about road closures and the...

Special guest Sam Robinson, reporter for Axios Detroit, joined Norris and Jer at the Daily Detroit studio and we talked about what's going on around town with politics and a little development.  The rundown: 02:22 - What do some of these future local and state campaigns look like? For Michigan Governor, for Detroit Mayor? 16:47 - Generaltional apathy. Is Gen Z, others just tuned out of the process? And why? 28:02 - We get into the often talked about luxury Residences at Water Square and...

There's a bunch of new spots opening in Detroit ahead of the NFL Draft, and one of the latest - and capturing the most buzz - is Adelina on Woodward Avenue. Across from the massive Hudson's site tower and a block from Campus Martius Park, it's location is second to none. But also adding to the mix is celebrity chef Fabio Viviani, who you might know from Top Chef or his many other restaurants. In a special conversation in the restaurant, Jer sat down with Fabio and Chefs Marco Dalla Fontana...

Fletcher Sharpe is in on this Tuesday talking all about the Detroit Lions, U of M's new basketball coach Dusty May, Michigan Panthers and Detroit City FC. The Rundown: 00:47 - So it turns out Cam Sutton was at the Lions practice facility doing strength work when the organization found out about his warrant. Should they have turned him in? Was advising him to turn himself in the right way to go? 04:47 - The discussion of who might replace Sutton as CB continues, and the name Marshon...

Today we talk to barchaelogist and historian Mickey Lyons,who recently had a piece in Punch called "Detroit’s Third-Shift Bars Were a Lifeline. Now They’re a Dying Breed." Third shift bars serve first responders, police officers, medical staff, factory workers and more who work while most of us sleep. They're a thing unto themselves, and in recent years have been fading away. Metro Detroit was home to many of them as we had a large third-shift automotive manufacturing base. As production...