The D Brief

Amani Olu and Aleiya Lindsey, the organizers of Detroit Art Week, talk about what it takes to launch this event.

The 26th annual Concert of Colors, the free world music festival, returns to Detroit. Director and Curator Ismael Ahmed talks about what to expect at this year's event. Also, comedians Tom McCarthy and Bill Bushart talk about the pilot episode of Metro Late Night hosted by WDIV's Jason Carr that is filming at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle.

Emily T. Gail, the co-creator of the Say Nice Things About Detroit movement, stops by to share her story. She talks about owning a boutique retail and eatery at Corner of Congress and Shelby in the 70s, organizing Detroit foot races in the 80s, and revitalizing the Say Nice Things About Detroit brand over the last decade.

Drew Kups, co-founder of the Michigan Glass Project, talks about the upcoming three-day glass blowing event to raise money for the arts in Detroit schools. Also, WDET's Ann Delisi talks about her upcoming appearance with legendary producer Don Was at the annual Concert of Colors.

Peter Croce, the DJ and Producer behind the Rocksteady Disco label, talks about his approach to both rocking a party and running a record label.

Andy Appleby, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Sports and Entertainment, talks about the future of the United Shore Professional Baseball League. Also, comedian Heather Jay highlights some of the Detroit comedians who are taking their careers to the next level.

We're vacationing this week, but we'll return next week. In the meantime, please enjoy some recent interview highlights, including: Star Wars Costumes at the DIA, Author Karen Dionne, WDET's Ann Delisi, and Sfumato.

Mark Kurlyandchik, the Detroit Free Press’ Restaurant Critic, stops by the podcast to talk about the state of the Motor City’s food scene. We talk about local restaurant trends, the gentrification of the food scene, and where Mark eats when he’s not headed out for fine dining.