Daily Detroit

Hello friends and welcome to your Daily Detroit for Thursday, November 7th, 2024. I’m Jer Staes… sharing what to know and where to go around town.

Before we get started, thanks for all the feedback so far on yesterday’s episode with Devon O’Reilly - we’re going to gt back to it another time - but I also heard how many of you are just done with the election, or need a break.

That said, if you want to add the pile - dailydetroit-at-gmail-dot-com or we have a feedback form on our website.

So, let’s get into five stories around town:

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is expected to announce his political plans next week. 

Today, the city government of Detroit announced plans to become the largest U.S. city to accept cryptocurrency for tax payments and other municipal fees. 

Bedrock plans to bring the immersive technology and entertainment venue Cosm to downtown Detroit.

Detroit voters approved a millage proposal that might speed up the pace of paying off debt for Detroit Public Schools.

Oakland County is set to begin a major redevelopment project in downtown Pontiac this January.

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The election is over. There's a lot to unpack. Devon joined me for an unfiltered brain dump the day after Donald Trump not only wins Michigan, but rode a wider red wave nationally into office - as well as state legislature changes.

From filter bubbles, to finding a way forward, to understanding there are multiple factors at play, we get into it.

I'll warn ahead of time this is not a heavily data-driven conversation. This is a lot of vibes. It's going to take time to think about. But we hope you get something from it from two people who care very much about their local community, have an interest in policy, and have seen a few election cycles. 

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It's a big day for Detroit Lions fans, as Za'Darius Smith is now a Detroit Lion, and we're at about the halfway mark with a 7-1 season. 

Optimism and confidence are running high in the Motor City, and we talk about it with Fletcher Sharpe.

From what to know about Za'Darius Smith to how he'll fit in with the Lions, we have you covered.

Plus, we talk about the win over Green Bay, the upcoming game against the Houston Texans, a prediction that the Lions will win out the rest of the season, and Brian Branch's possible suspension.

Full transcript is available.

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In today's episode we make a prediction: That Vice President Kamala Harris will win Michigan in 2024 and that Elissa Slotkin will win the U.S. Senate race, too.

We might be wrong — but this is not just based on thin air. 

We take our experience, the data we do have, and put it all together to analyze things how they stand. We think, from a lens being in Metro Detroit and Michigan, and respectfully, that some in the media like Steve Kornacki, Harry Enten, Dan Pfeiffer, and others may have missed a key indicator when trying to analyze this race.

Steve Friess has been a freelance journalist for the New York Times, Newsweek, Politico and many others. But this isn't his first rodeo. He was the guy who first reported the contentious butterfly ballot story in 2000, for instance.

Jer has been talking about local politics for years and is a regular attendee of policy conferences. He did the final interview of Former U.S. Senator Carl Levin before his death for HOUR Magazine, and has had conversations on the show with numerous local officeholders over the years.

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On today's Daily Detroit, your all-local podcast:

Devon O'Reilly shares his recent visit to Corktown Taphouse, new on Michigan Avenue, featuring a vast selection of self-serve beers, duck pin bowling, and a family-friendly atmosphere. 

The conversation shifts to Eastern Market's development compared to the bustling Corktown. Jer and Devon discuss the industrial nature of Eastern Market and the challenges it faces, highlighting some ongoing and stalled projects in the area.

They also touch on the I-75 Lid project, weighing its potential benefits against the hefty costs and questioning its necessity in light of other pressing infrastructure needs.

As election day approaches, Devon shares his thoughts on the current political climate, urging listeners to avoid the anxiety of constant poll watching and emphasizing the importance of focusing on local races. He offers a cautiously optimistic outlook, predicting a favorable outcome for Harris in key swing states.

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Take care of yourself this weekend, and we'll catch you next week.

How are we feeling, Detroit?

A special podcast episode as Norris Howard and Shianne Nocerini join Jer at the studio in TechTown.

We don't just discuss a bit about what's on the ground, but how are we feeling ahead of the election on Tuesday.

We explore what this means for Detroit and the broader political landscape, touching on the impact of issues like Roe v. Wade and the dynamics within different communities.

Then, a cultural detour to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, where Shianne shares her experience of watching a live performance of "Nightmare Before Christmas" with the orchestra. Discover what other movie scores the DSO has in store for the season, including Harry Potter, Batman, and The Lions King.

Finally, an age-old question: Are we Michiganders or Michiganians? We share our thoughts and invite listeners to weigh in on this quintessential Michigan identity topic - spurred on that we noticed a local publication heavily use Michiganian.

We'd love to hear your thoughts on today's topics. Drop us a line at dailydetroitmail.com, and don't forget to rate us five stars on your favorite podcast app.

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Remember that you are somebody and we'll see you around Detroit. 

In today's Daily Detroit, we get into the intersted world of 3D printed houses and the future of architecture with two distinguished guests from Lawrence Technological University: Karl Daubmann, Dean of the College of Architecture and Design, and Sara Codarin, Assistant Professor of Architecture. 

As Metro Detroit continues to be a hub of innovation, the conversation sheds light on how technology is transforming the construction industry and what this means for the future of home building. 3D printing in construction is not just a buzzword; it represents a significant shift in how we approach building homes. Karl and Sara discuss their ongoing project in Southfield, where they are exploring the possibilities of 3D printed houses.

This project, close to their campus, serves as a research initiative to analyze the cost, time, and value of integrating 3D printing into home construction. Their goal is to understand how this technology can be applied to create customizable, sustainable, and efficient housing solutions. One of the key highlights of the discussion is the potential for 3D printing to bring a new level of customization to home building.

Traditional construction methods often limit design freedom, but with 3D printing, architects can explore new relationships between spaces and create unique, personalized homes. This tech also opens up opportunities for integrating automation in construction, offering a solution to the aging workforce in the trades and potentially attracting new talent to the field. Karl and Sara caution against viewing 3D printing as a cost-cutting miracle. Like any new technology, it starts as a high-performance, luxury option before becoming more affordable as it gains wider adoption. The focus, for now, is on the added value and dignity it can bring to housing, rather than immediate cost savings. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of automation in construction, like the potential for increasing housing density and addressing the challenges of urban sprawl in metro Detroit. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of architecture and construction. It offers a look into the innovative projects happening right here in Detroit and highlights the potential of 3D printing to revolutionize the way we build and live. 

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Today's episode covers four things around Metro Detroit, and we're joined by Shianne Nocerini and Fletcher Sharpe.

The Rundown:

01:48 - Belle Isle Boathouse plans

05:12 - Oudolf Garden expands with new boardwalk and meadows, plus a personal note remembering Maura Campbell

08:46 - Are the Lions best in the NFC?

20:13 - Detroit City FC makes the playoffs

It's just about a week until the election, and Michigan is a battleground state. On today's Daily Detroit, we put a mostly local lens to the political conversation.

Joining us is Steve Friess, freelance journalist for the New York Times, Newsweek and many others. He also writes the weekly newsletter for the Ann Arbor Observer.

The rundown:

01:48 - We talking about the newspaper endorsements that didn't happen at the Washington Post and New York Times, and Steve's worries about journalists and free speech

09:16 - Another Democratuc local Muslim mayor endorses Trump, this time from Dearborn Heights. We discuss.

15:33 - We're not super into polling, but it looks like Slotkin has stayed ahead of Rogers in the U.S. Senate Race. We also think Slotkin will outpace Harris in votes.

18:59 - Democrats Rally in Ann Arbor this week

22:07 - Most people don't got to political rallies, so Steve went to the rally featuring Eminem and former president Barack Obama and shares his thoughts

34:06 - Should Harris have done Joe Rogan? And the rise of podcasting

36:58 - Some context on Steve's podcasting history and interest in local content

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On today's all-local daily podcast with Devon O'Reilly:

04:09 - Devon tries Paris Baguette in Dearborn

06:44 - Trying the Peterboro for the first time after the pandemic

09:44 - New shipping container developments are fading away 

11:43 - We're pretty sure an Apple store is coming to Detroit

14:00 - Uniroyal deal off, so what's next for the giant site on Detroit's east side by Belle Isle?

18:46 - The ICON is massive and riverfront development opportunities

19:39 - Quick take on why there was only one rejected bid for the former Packard Plant site

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