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What should you be looking for when you go to the 2025 Detroit Auto Show? The 2025 Detroit Auto Show represents a shift towards more interactive, consumer-focused automotive experiences, blending nostalgia, innovation, and practical transportation solutions. Key Highlights: • Show Transformation (01:27) - Shifted from North American International Auto Show to a regional consumer-focused event - Reduced emphasis on splashy media reveals - More space for experiential brand interactions Automotive Brand Insights: • Ford (05:28) - Maverick Lobo with 3D printing customization options - Jared Goff appearance generated significant buzz - Diverse vehicle pricing range • Cadillac (00:07:23) - Escalade IQ electric vehicle - Optique EV with sophisticated interior design - Emphasis on tactile buttons and luxurious materials • Stellantis (11:54) - Price reductions between $3,000-$9,000 - Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV - New Charger EV with innovative design Interesting Wildcards: • Volkswagen ID Buzz (17:02) - Named Utility Vehicle of the Year - Nostalgic design - Potential for family and road trip use • INEOS Grenadier (18:53) - Inspired by classic Land Rover Defender - Robust off-road capabilities - Premium pricing around $80,000 Additional Notes: Guest: Eric Trytko (Instagram: @RumbleStrip) and Raoul Duke Media https://raouldukemedia.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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

Chris Williams joins us to talk about the most underused words that should come back in 2025, then Jer shares three stories to know around Detroit. 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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

We're back with our annual predictions episode! First we run down what we said last year and checked if we got it - then, we get into high, medium, and low confidence predictions for Detroit, Metro Detroit, and Southeast Michigan. Feedback as always - 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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 \Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

The Lions are the regular season best in the NFL as we head into the playoffs. Fletcher Sharpe hops in to talk about it. 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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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 Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get shows.

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. Make sure you follow Daily Detroit on your favorite podcast app!

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. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

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. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/ \

Let's explore some of Michigan and Metro Detroit's classic brands! Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

Are restaurants judged too harshly? Should they be met where they're at more often with reviews? We discuss after Shianne has a good experience with her family at Eminem's walk up window, Mom's Spaghetti - despite being panned by others. Then we get into five kid-friendly things to do around Metro Detroit, including both free and paid things. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

Fletcher Sharpe is in and it's all Lions as we break down the loss to the Buffalo Bills, the stack of injuries the Lions are suffering and the way forward for a banged up squad. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every weekday. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

On today's show, we talk about General Motors ending Cruise, as well as the wider autonomous space - and how when we talk to listeners most people don't actually want to own a self driving car. After all, GM is in the business of selling cars. We get into Waymo's large lead in the Robotaxi space, and how we're startng to see them far more often in Metro Detroit. Plus, we preview the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference - with a lineup including Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Richard Florida, Johnnie Turnage, Santa Ono and more. We'll be there, you can sign up at https://www.detroitchamber.com/detroit-policy-conference/2025-detroit-policy-conference/ As always, you can find Daily Detroit wherever fine podcasts are found like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Today's show is in three parts. Original piece: https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2024/12/02/nostalgia-metro-detroit-michigan-population-growth-dream-cruise-jack-white/76337607007/ This episode has a full video version that you can find on YouTube. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 or wherever you get shows like Spotify or YouTube. Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

Today's show is in two parts. We talk about the rollout of the the new Michelin Green Guide for Metro Detroit. It covers the best places to go, and is a resource for travelers around the country. Detroit is one of only 10 cities in America to get such a guide. And we end the conversation with a little salute to Devin Scillian who this is his last week on air at WDIV-TV 4. A true local media icon. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/

There's a lot of power in the passion for sandwiches. Today, we get into Detroit's vibrant food scene through the view of Carlos Parisi on this episode of Daily Detroit. Carlos, the mastermind behind Aunt Nees, Detroit Sandwich Week, and Sandwich Party, shares his journey from corporate life to Detroit's culinary community. Discover the origins of Detroit Sandwich Week, where locals unite to celebrate sandwiches between Christmas and New Year's, supporting local businesses and fostering community spirit. Carlos also discusses the evolution of his food brand, Aunt Nees, and the challenges and triumphs of building a local food company. Learn how Detroit's food culture has transformed over the years, creating a thriving, genuine community that supports small businesses and celebrates authentic experiences. Carlos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlos_parisi/?hl=en Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/