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What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit. Timely conversations and local stories about a variety of topics including autos, bars and restaurants, business, Detroit City FC, development, local government, policy, technology, things to do, transit and more. All in about 20 minutes a day.
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Lions get their guy in Terrion Arnold // Record NFL Draft crowd
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
05:59 - Lions signings - Penei Sewell, Amon Ra St. Brown
09:23 - What are Lions looking for in later rounds? 10:49 - There's more than the draft zone - parties in parks, events, etc
12:22 - JJ McCarthy and the Vikings 14:56 - Bears make moves, how does it impact Lions?
16:35 - Green Bay pick thoughts
As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts. On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
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Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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Racist billboards are a reminder how much work there's still to do
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: https://www.metrotimes.com/news/racist-messages-splashed-across-billboards-in-metro-detroit-on-hitlers-birthday-36078810
As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.
On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify
Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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Best breakfasts near Downtown Detroit // First look at Vecino // New site, new newsletter
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 isn't a full review but a "first look," with his thoughts from food to drinks to pricing.
09:39 - Our new game show, Pick 3! Where Jer and Randy draft their favorite three breakfast spots near the NFL Draft to help out listener Laura.
18:21 - We've got a brand new website and new newsletter platform. We've moved to Ghost to help be ready to grow the thing.
Thanks to our newest sponsor, your local Best Choice Roofing of Metro Detroit. They do quality work, you can hire them around the region (and in the city) and we thank them for their support. https://bestchoiceroofingdetroit.com/
As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts. On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify
Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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Should pro players bet on sports, ever? // Tigers will have to step up to win division // DCFC wins again
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 against the Oakland Roots as city wins again in the USL Championship, 3-1.
Also, if you're interested in meeting up during the draft send us a note! As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.
On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify
Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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Bucc-ee's coming to Michigan? // Bombshell Treat Bar opens in Berkley (and more)
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 Michigan. Jer's been, so he talks about it.
11:02 - Bombshell Treat Bar opens in Berkley. Jer went to the media preview, and has the tasty details.
14:16 - People Mover love in light of the closures and traffic - should we have more elevated rail?
Also, if you're interested in meeting up during the draft send us a note!
As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts. On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify
Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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Inside the new Gilly's // Astro egg sandwich love // New boardwalk
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 Hotel coming to Detroit, Devon's RenCen take
Also, if you're interested in meeting up during the draft send us a note!
As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts. On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple
On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify
Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit
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