Daily Detroit

Hosts Jer and Norris dive into a wide-ranging conversation about local developments, urban infrastructure, and community dynamics in Southeast Michigan.

The podcast tackles everything from federal funding for Detroit's basement flooding issues to solar neighborhood initiatives and the potential of renewable energy projects.

With their characteristic blend of humor, critical analysis, and local insight, they explore how Detroit is adapting and innovating in 2025.

Key Topics with Timestamps:

• Ranch Debate (02:33) - 40% of listeners dip everything in ranch! Norris ssays ranch is an overused condiment

• Federal Funding for Detroit (06:08) - $347 million awarded to combat basement flooding - Targets repairs of aging alley sewers - Plans to prevent basement backups in 10,000 homes

• Solar Neighborhood Expansion (08:23) - Two new neighborhoods added: Houston Whittier and Greenfield Park - 100% resident buy-in - Aims to power 127 city municipal buildings

• LIV Golf Tournament Announcement (13:45) - Season-ending team championship at Cardinal at St. John's resort in Plymouth Township - Taking place in August

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. You can listen to their podcast and read their newsletter.

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Between Comerica Park, Ford Field, Little Caesars Arena, The Big House (Michigan Stadium) and Keyworth, what are the best stadiums in Southeast Michigan?

We discuss and rank them in a gaming-style S tier list. Of course, we'd love to hear your thoughts - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. You can listen to their podcast and read their newsletter. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942

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In this episode of Your Daily Detroit, we share local updates from our TechTown studio.

The podcast covers several key Detroit stories:

Ford's electric Mustang Mach-E achieved a historic milestone, outselling its gas-powered counterpart for the first time with 51,000 units versus 44,000 traditional Mustangs in 2024.

The restaurant scene is evolving as Grey Ghost's owners plan to expand to Ferndale, opening their first fast-casual location on Woodward Avenue this summer.

Brew Detroit announced the closure of its Corktown taproom and kitchen, though they'll continue beer production and distribution operations.

A major infrastructure project is launching in Wayne County, with $21.5 million allocated for replacing two aging bridges.

In transit news, the Detroit People Mover will remain free throughout 2025, while Detroit-Windsor tunnel fees are increasing to $8.25 for credit/debit users.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. You can listen to their podcast and read their newsletter.

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The Lions are the regular season best in the NFL as we head into the playoffs. Fletcher Sharpe hops in to talk about it.

• Amik Robertson locked down Justin Jefferson, we talk about it.
• The Lions defense stepped up in a big way, which is a good sign for the playoffs
• The economic impact of playoff games and downtown Detroit
• And more!

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On today's all-local daily podcast covering Metro Detroit, stats show that crime is signficantly down in Detroit, we discuss. Plus, Engineer Randy Walker joins Norris Howard and Jer to talk about trying Shaq's Big Chicken in Livonia, we get into a new brunch spot in the city called BLVD, and Norris talks about his excellent dinner at Leila as it was mentioned by the New York Times.

Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. You can listen to their podcast and read their newsletter. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942

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Welcome to the New Year! On today's show, we talk about checking out the recently opened Decent Detroit coffee shop in Detroit near the Grosse Pointe Border; Detroit-style pizza with a Cayman Island and Caribbean twist; and the closure of one of Producer Shianne's favorite spots, Yellow Door in Berkley.

More reading:

Decent Detroit: https://www.instagram.com/decentdetroit/?hl=en

Munchies Caribbean Style Pizza: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WelYp21Z90

Yellow Door Art Market closing: https://www.facebook.com/YellowDoorArtMarket/posts/pfbid023k4PwdeAV3RqNWzCnqDVQp9DJVLomqrXtCSgAyUQAEQZHRySvNJdLHrn8cYdJzorl

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Looking at the Lions from top to bottom ahead of the pivotal game coming up Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Fletcher Sharpe takes his years of insights and breaks it down and tells you what you need to know.

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A Lions story that will warm even the coldest of hearts, as the team has not only given hope but embraced by a region that loves it.

We talk with Fletcher Sharpe about the Detroit Lions win over the Bears, the trick play that everyone's talking about, and think back to years ago when people thought this couldn't be done.

Yes, there's still work to be done, but there's a lot to be thankful for with this Lions team.

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Today's show is in three parts, as Devon O'Reilly joins Jer to talk about the new AC Hotel, the Dearborn Inn whose renovations are alsmost complete, and by listener request - the new science and tech district that Bedrock unveiled plans for this week.

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From music, to nostalgia, to transit, to cars, to RenCen ideas, you all had some great feedback. Some of it negative, some of it positive, but glad we're continuing the conversation.

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