The Week That Was on Deadline Detroit: Recent Episodes
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Every week, the crew from Deadline Detroit breaks down the critical news stories of the week. It's solid analysis mixed with a healthy dose of humor, plus weekly nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, seasoned attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Tuesday’s election and the U.S. Senate race, including what winner Abdul El-Sayed needs to do to win over Haley Stevens’ voters.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk about the U.S. Senate race and whether candidate Abdul El-Sayed can win over Black voters who overwhelmingly supported Congress member Haley Stevens in the Aug. 4 primary.
Mongo also addresses what Black voters are thinking.
Host Saeed Khan is joined by attorney Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
The panel discusses:
- The hostility Dr. Anthony Fauci encountered on Capitol Hill.
- President Trump's visit to Michigan.
- The Nov. 4 election and what to expect.
- Trump's jokes—and bombs—at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
- How accurate are the polls?
- Are televised debates too light on details and too heavy on slogans
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the upcoming election, the polls and Detroit Black voters' attitudes about Arab candidates
Democratic Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit tells the co-hosts of Detroit in Black and White why he wants to be Michigan's next attorney general.
He talks about cracking down on employers who cheat workers out of wages, consumer protection, price gouging, voting rights, and the need to unite the Democratic Party.
He says he was motivated to run for attorney general after reading the Republicans' Project 2025 report, which he saw as a blueprint for dismantling democracy.
He will square off against Republican Doug Lloyd and Libertarian Jason Dye in the Nov. 3 election.
Hosts Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk about voting fraud and President Trump's proposed Save America Act, which would overhaul federal elections by requiring voter ID at the polls and proof of citizenship to register to vote. Congress to date has refused to pass the legislation.
Host Saeed Khan talks with seasoned attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; union and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: Sen. Lindsey Graham's death at 71; a judge voiding Trump's IRS immunity; the DOJ launching a grand jury investigation of UAW President Shawn Fain; Attorney General Todd Blanche's hearing; Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's desire for the military to conduct testosterone tests; a Wayne County judge representing a defendant in an East Lansing courtroom; and Vice President J.D. Vance telling podcaster Joe Rogan that he's concerned about the sexual optics of eating a corn dog in public.
One panelist suggests the public send Vance corn dogs. Another panelist, a friend of Sen. Gary Peters, names the senator the "Schmuck of the Week."
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Jim Nardone discuss reparations, the Senate filibuster, and the mystery man, Sen. Mitch McConnell.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with seasoned lawyers Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Regular host Saeed Khan is on the road.)
They talk about: the end of the U.S. Supreme Court term, with major decisions on birthright citizenship, executive power, and transgender rights; a bounty of hilarity—the reflecting pool and the Great American State Fair; Sen. Slotkin's call for new Democratic leadership, which draws criticism; University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker's apology after a university investigation confirms the lewd messages were real; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk about the Constitution on July 4, birthright citizenship, Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, and carrying guns.
The New York Congressional Democrats who were endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani did well last Tuesday night. Is that a good indicator of where the Democrats are headed? Or will the Democratic Party's U.S. Senate race in Michigan with progressive Abdul El-Sayed be a better measure of where the country is headed?
The Week That Was host Saeed Khan discusses the matter with guests: freelancer and former Detroit News feature writer Jim McFarlin; seasoned attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They also talk about the disastrous reflecting pool in Washington, the ongoing Middle East conflict, and some Schmucks of the Week, including CNN's Scott Jennings and GOP gubernatorial candidate John James, who shamelessly parrots President Trump's fraudulent 2020 election claims.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about rats and cockroaches and landlords who fail to keep rental properties up to standards.
The panel's advice for renters with issues like rats: Notify the landlord in writing immediately, document evidence, and report the violation to BSEED (Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department) to initiate a formal, free property inspection.
Renters can call the city's Property Maintenance at (313) 224-2733 or (313) 628-2451. Or submit a residential rental complaint through the City of Detroit BSEED Rental Property Page.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests: Detroit Police Commissioner and public relations specialist Beverly Watts; seasoned attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Donald Trump's questionable truce with Iran; the cursed reflecting pool; Michigan GOP governor’s race tightening with Mike Cox and John James statistically tied; state Sen. Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt is running an embarrassing, fictitious campaign ad generated by artificial intelligence; New York Times reporters gaining access to audio recordings from the White House Situation Room; wife of ex-GOP state House speaker pleads guilty to embezzlement charge; Hamtramck mayor sues city council after it fires city manager; Adopt-A-Road controversy surfaces over "Voices for Palestinians" sign; and Schmuck of the Week.
Wayne County Executive Warren Evans says he's lobbying community leaders to help pass a countywide public transportation millage that will fund and expand the SMART bus service.
"The transit system is so important to Wayne County — to have a good, solid transit system," Evans said during an interview Saturday on the videocast/podcast Detroit in Black and White. "Macomb's overcome their obstacles. Oakland's overcome their obstacles, and we're still the ones sitting here trying to decide whether we should be in or whether we should be out."
Evans said even if some people choose not to use public transportation, it's important to their communities — to students, seniors, and hospital workers trying to get to work. He realizes there's resistance in some Wayne County communities that don't favor paying for public transportation.
"For the last 6, 8, 10 months, we've gone to every community in Wayne County, sat with the leadership in those communities, and asked them what they'd like to see the transit system do for their communities," he said.
Until this election, cities in the county could opt out of participating in the approximately 1-mill property tax for SMART bus funding. In 2024, state lawmakers in Lansing passed a bill prohibiting the county's communities from opting out.
In the past, 17 communities in the county opted out of the millage. The 26 other municipalities that are already in the SMART system wouldn't see an increase in their millage rate.
If approved, revenues would be distributed to Wayne County, SMART, DDOT and other community and regional transit providers. If the measure fails, communities served by SMART would lose those services.
Evans said the millage would cost each household an average of about $8 a month.
"We want to call ourselves a region," he said, noting, "we're not a region until we act like one."
Host Saeed Khan talks with veteran attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump storms off interview on Meet the Press; Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidates court one vote: Trump’s. Will he endorse anyone and, if so, when? Primaries in Maine, South Carolina and Los Angeles show Trump still on the ballot; Trump nominates Todd Blanche for Attorney General; former Fox 2 News anchor Taryn Asher files sex discrimination suit; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk about pressing issues of the week including whether Mayor Mary Sheffield should take any responsibility while sitting on boards.
The Detroit News reported this week as council member president, Sheffield sat on the People Mover board but never attended a meeting from 2023 to 2025 while an official for the agency was involved in a $300,000 kickback scheme. Sheffield also sat on the board of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy when CFO William A. Smith was busted for stealing more than $40 million.
They also talk about President Trump's name being removed from the Kennedy Center, media coverage of the city and the delay in the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk about the clubby Mackinac Policy Conference, its exclusivity, and how it barred journalist Charlie LeDuff. They also discuss a judge's order to remove President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and the Grand Prix.
Hosts Saeed Khan talks with guests, veteran lawyers Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she won't run for president in 2028; could she and Mike Duggan end up being university presidents in Michigan? The Democratic U.S. Senate race; will establishment Democrats back Abdul El-Sayed if he wins the primary? Why does Congresswoman Haley Stevens fudge answers about Israel and AIPAC? State Sen. Mallory McMorrow said her Jewish husband was the target of an antisemitic slur at the Michigan Democratic Convention; MAGA cannibalism in Texas brings victory to a Trump-backed candidate in a Senate primary; politicians and policymakers gather for the Mackinac Policy Conference, which bars journalist Charlie LeDuff; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanesa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with former Detroit Police Chief James Craig about Teen Takeovers and about his run for mayor.
Detroit in Black and White hosts Adolph Mongo and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week.
Mongo rails against "so-called progressives," saying they're hurting the future of the Democratic party.
They also talk with Justin Onwenu, a fourth-generation Detroiter, organizer, and attorney who is running for state senate.
Host Saeed Khan talks with former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins; veteran attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: Did President Trump accomplish anything in China? Acting AG Todd Blanche warns reporters who receive classified information about potential investigations; the FCC warns Disney that the agency is monitoring censorship; former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan slips in the latest poll for the governor's race; John James and Perry Johnson go at it; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Detroit community activist Nicole Small, who talks about reparations and what's happening, and not happening in Detroit.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk to Democratic state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, who explains why she thinks she's the best choice for U.S. Senate in Michigan.
She talks about a host of issues, including data centers, cars, Israel, reparations, roads and differences on issues within the Democratic Party.
Hosts Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about politicians looking down on less educated voters; the Trump administration sometimes ignoring more educated people in certain fields like health care, and owning a pit bull.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests: veteran attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: a gunman caught at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner; POTUS and FLOTUS calling for ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel after the comedian’s joke; King Charles III meeting with Trump; former FBI Director James Comey getting indicted for “sea shells by the sea side”; SCOTUS scaling back the Voting Rights Act in Louisiana in a congressional redistricting case; Grosse Pointe High School grad Jamie Ding’s Jeopardy! streak ending at 31 wins; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with attorney Leon Weiss, who works for the Conviction Integrity Unit of the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, which has overturned dozens of wrongful convictions.
Weiss also talks about his father, Rube Weiss, and his mother, Elizabeth Weiss, who were actors and did voice-overs for TV and radio commercials. Rube Weiss was also Santa Claus for many years in the annual Hudson's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.
He also talks about his brother, David Weiss, aka David Was, who is the co-founder of the group Was (Not Was).
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, veteran attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Israel, Jewish Democrats and the Michigan Democratic Convention; Trump and the Iran war; Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear tells Dems to talk plain English; FBI Director Kash Patel defends himself against allegations about being drunk, sues The Atlantic magazine; Sentencing judge in the Kwame Kilpatrick cases says she's disappointed Trump commuted his sentence; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone discuss identity theft, credit card scams, and Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin’s push to create an independent commission to determine whether the president is fit to serve.
They also discuss the competent military figures that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has fired.
Host Saeed Khan talks with veteran attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: men in Congress taking advantage of women; The DOJ firing of 2 Detroit prosecutors in abortion clinic case causes uproar among criminal defense attorneys and federal judges; Trump disparaging Pope Leo XIV; Trump/Vance ally Viktor Orban trounced in Hungary’s election; Artemis II touching down after a successful moon mission; Detroit getting a WNBA team in 2029; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, veteran attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: U.S.-Iran ceasefire; Melania Trump's denial; Gov. Gretchen Whitmer withholds dndorsements in U.S. Senate and Secretary of State races (Is she being wimpy?); Would the draft make us think twice about war? What's up with fired Fox 2 News Anchor Taryn Asher? Federal judge in Bay City pleads no contest to drunk driving; the University of Michigan men’s basketball team takes it all. Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Mayor Mary Sheffield's press conference on a "Teen Takover," high rates some downtown Detroit parking lots are charging and people visiting Detroit for events.
Hosts Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist and Detroit Police Commissioner Beverly Watts, veteran attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joe Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump’s address to the nation on Iran; Trump says that U.S. “doesn’t have to be there for NATO”; Suspected Iranian group hacks and discloses FBI Director Kash Patel’s email account; America and the world observe No Kings Day; Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI charge and the many Schmucks of the Week including John James, President Trump, Acting AG Todd Blanche, Tiger Woods and more.
A crowd of teens converged in downtown Detroit Friday night as part of a “Downtown Takeover” that had been promoted on social media. Fox 2 reports that police detained some teens who were violating curfew.
Detroit police say a gun was fired during the commotion, but no one was hurt.
Detroit in Black and White hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk with viewers about the “City Takeover,” parents’ responsibility in dealing with their children, and places youngsters can hang out in town.
Hosts Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about all the pizza joints around town, and viewers weigh in. They also discuss news of local investors buying Buddy's Pizza from CapitalSpring, an equity firm that bought the chain in 2018.
Some people think the quality of Buddy's has slipped since the equity firm bought the chain. Can the new owners bring Buddy's quality back?
They also talk about the death of FBI Director Robert Mueller and President Trump's gleeful reaction.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Dr. Anil Kumar, a urologist, who is running as an independent for the 11th Congressional District in Oakland County. The seat is currently held by Democratic U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens, who is running for the U.S. Senate.
Kumar, a lifelong Democrat, explains why he’s running as an independent and discusses problems with the health care system, the cost of living, addressing the needs of the Black community, and the war in Iran.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with public relations specialist and former Detroit reporter Darci McConnell, pollster Ed Sarpolus, veteran attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joe Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
Pollster Ed Sarpolus talks about Republican Perry Johnson gaining steam in the gubernatorial race and questions the momentum of U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens. He's also skeptical of a Detroit Regioinal Chamber poll that shows ex-Mayor Mike Duggan in a tie in the governor's race. He thinks Duggan has a better chance of playing a spoiler than being a winner.
They panel also talks about: Iran War update; Head of National Counterterrorism Center quits; The constant lies from President Trump about the motive for the Iran War; FCC threatens to pull broadcast licenses of media outlets who report negatively on the war; Judge quashes subpoenas in DOJ probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests: veteran attorneys Steve Fishman and Bill Seikaly; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss the terrorist attack at the West Bloomfield synagogue; Trump saying he wants to appoint the next Iranian leader — which host Saeed Khan suggests could be called “The Ayatollah Apprentice”; Trump being panned for wearing a baseball cap to a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the attack on the synagogue in West Bloomfield Township and security in other schools. They wonder more money isn't spent beefing up security at schools and paying teachers better salaries.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about sex workers, the Iran war, the Epstein files and President Donald Trump's cult-like following.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, veteran lawyers, Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: US and Israel attacking Iran and the Trump's ever-changing explanations for doing so; Khan, a Wayne State University professor, addresses question as to whether Iran will attack on U.S. soil; Bill and Hillary Clinton each provide depositions to House Oversight Committee on Jeffery Epstein; DHS Secretary Kristi Noem gets the boot; Lions trade running back David Montgomery to Houston Texans; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests: veteran attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: a recap of the State of the Union speech; Whitmer’s last State of the State address; a U.S. ambassador to Israel telling Tucker Carlson that Israel should take over the Middle East; whether Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s decision not to endorse Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist will hurt her; whether Trump is turning on his Supreme Court; whether some of the Trump-appointed justices can show independence; panelist Fishman’s basketball days at the University of Michigan; whether the USA hockey team should have shown up for the State of the Union; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about former Wayne County official Alicia Bradford and her husband, Larry Bradford, who face potential jail time after they pulled guns on a customer at a Farmington Hills gas station following a dispute that began over a 10-cent deposit fee being charged for a can of Mountain Dew.
The panel discusses gun responsibility. They also talk with Wayne State University Professor Saeed Khan about the U.S. and Israel attack on Iran.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Vanessa's bid for Wayne County Probate Court and all the work that goes into running; the Supreme Court votes against President Trump's tariffs; and the six Congress members, including Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin, who made a controversial video about directing the military not to carry out illegal acts. Right or wrong?
A D.C. federal grand jury rejected charges against the six.
"The Week That Was'" podcast host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, content creator Myron Watkins, attorney Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
The group talks about a number of issues, including the controversy involving Wayne County Sheriff Raphael "Ray" Washington and allegations in a federal sexual harassment lawsuit against him filed by former sheriff’s office official Regina Parks. Washington has insisted all the allegations are unfounded.
They also talk about the latest report by WXYZ's Ross Jones that includes allegations that Washington sexually harassed WDIV's Ericka Erickson, who worked as the sheriff's communications director in 2021–2022. Erickson raised concerns with sheriff officials but never filed a formal complaint or lawsuit.
Jones' report includes secret recordings Erickson made on the job, including one with the former sheriff's chief of staff, Michael Turner, who told Erickson Washington was a "womanizer" who made him uncomfortable with his bahavior with certain woman on the job.
M.L. Elrick said he's worked with Erickson and considers her a good friend and said she has always been nothing but professional and wouldn't have done anything to trigger any potentially inappropriate behavior by Washington. (Starts at 41:37 mark)
"She's a beautiful woman I think that's an objective fact," Elrick said. "And she's also one of the people who's made me happy that I'm not a beautiful person because there are people who can make your life miserable if they're attracted to you.
"I've never known her to be flirtatious.I've never known her to be promiscuous. I've never known her to be provocative and I've never known her to use whatever skin-deep appeal she may have to advance her career or to get ahead on a story. She's the consummate professional she's really hard working.
"If somebody were to sit down and say to me, the reason this happened is because of some conduct on the part of Erica Erickson, I can just tell you, in knowing her as a colleague again as a friend for over a decade that would blow my mind."
The group also talks about DTE's $100 million fine for polluting Zug Island, the Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's tariffs, and Trump's interference with the Gordie Howe International Bridge and Matthew Moroun's involvement.
Hosts Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with lifelong Detroiter Adam Hollier, who explains why he dropped out of the race for Michigan Secretary of State and is now running for a state Senate seat.
He talks about the public service jobs he's held over the years. He says that since he left the Senate in 2023, there hasn’t been a Black man there.
Hosts Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk about Detroit Black History Month and highlight some outstanding people, including Flint’s Claressa Shields, a world champion boxer, and former Detroit Tigers star Willie Horton.
They also talk with special guests, viewers Mike Evans—who discusses immigration, the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office questioning rulings by Detroit’s 36th District Court, and the NAACP in Detroit—and Les Little, who talks about corporate money hijacking elections.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests veteran attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: DOJ releases a large (and last) batch of Epstein files—50% remain unreleased; Trump calls on Republicans to nationalize elections and mentions Detroit by name; former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick cuts a deal to repay restitution after fighting it for years; the decline of The Washington Post; what’s next for journalism? Predictions for the Super Bowl; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about whether Don Lemon went too far reporting on a protest inside a church; did the FBI go too far by arresting him instead of allowing him to turn himself in? Did Covid hurt the Democrats?
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, public relations specialist and Detroit Police Commissioner Beverly Watts, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Federal agents kill another American in Minneapolis; Don Lemon and another reporter arrested by FBI after covering protest inside a church; Bruce Springsteen's new song on Minneapolis; USA Today, Freep’s parent company, to acquire Detroit News; Man drives Mercedes through Detroit Airport’s McNamara Terminal; Schmuck of the week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with lawyers Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump gets heckled at a Dearborn auto plant and speaks at the Detroit Economic Club; Trump considers military options to attack Iran; Trump launches a criminal probe of his own Fed chairman; Fed prosecutors resign in Minnesota due to DOJ efforts to investigate the widow of a woman killed by ICE in Minneapolis; Sen. Elissa Slotkin is the target of a fed criminal investigation because of a video about refusing illegal orders; Bay City man yells at ICE protestors, says he resigns as CEO of a company he never worked for; Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, passes at 78; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about ICE agents activity in Minneapolis and around the nation. Just doing their job or out control?
Moss, an attorney, Lengel a reporter and Nardone, the retired police chief of Trenton, talk about the activities.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about controversial Oakland County Probate Judge Kathleen Ryan, who made racist and homophobic remarks and has now stepped down from the bench.
They also talk about the ICE shooting in Minneapolis and the Jan. 6 shooting of Ashli Babbitt at the U.S. Capitol.
Host Saeed Khan talks with feature writer and former Detroit News reporter Jim McFarlin; Mike Stone, aka "Stoney" of 97.1 The Ticket; attorneys Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
Fishman, a prominent Detroit criminal defense attorney who has defended Detroit cops in court, breaks down the case involving the ICE agent who fatally shot a mother of three in Minneapolis. He discusses the FBI investigation, efforts to block local investigators from getting involved, and what is likely to happen to the agent.
The panel also talks about Nicolás Maduro and his wife being indicted in Brooklyn court and abducted from Venezuela; JFK Jr. and his medical advice; Hamtramck swearing in a new mayor despite pending litigation challenging the results; 2025 marks the lowest murder total in Detroit since 1964; What's the next step for the Tigers with Tarik Skubal? and Schmuck of the Week.
GOP gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox, the former state attorney general, says he gives Gov. Gretchen Whitmer a grade of D for her performance and took a shot at his Republican opponent, Congressman John James.
"I'll give her a D alright, and for this reason," Cox said of Whitmer during an appearance Wednesday night on the podcast/videocast, Detroit in Black and White. "We've grown the size of state government by $27 billion over the past seven years; so I ask any of you, what new programs or services have you gotten for that $27 billion?
"Nothing. In fact, the damn roads still haven't been fixed," he told the co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone.
Cox said he covets President Trump's endorsement, saying he'd be foolish not to. And he said this of his primary opponent John James:
"John James is a good enough dude. But you know he kind of reminds me of what something Adolph Mongo's old boss Coleman Young once said...about Jesse Jackson: 'He ain't run nothing but his mouth.'"
Cox also expressed concern about education in Michigan, saying that a large chunk of the budget is dedicated to education, but the results are poor.
He also said he would support the use of National Guard troops and ICE agents in Detroit.
"I wouldn't turn down any federal help one bit," he said.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with public relations specialist and former Detroit reporter Darci McConnell, attorney Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: More Epstein files; Wall Street Journal reports Mar-a-lago staff sent on "house calls" that often ended in propositions; Marjorie Taylor Greene's change of heart and Lauren Boberts complaints about Trump veto; Artists rebel against renaming of the Kennedy Center; Michigan raises the fuel tax; emergency appeal filed at Michigan Supreme Court for for Hamtramck mayoral election recount; Does the last game of the season for the Detroit Lions matter? Detroit News announces new Sunday print edition for first time in 36 Years; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the health care field, the profits that sometimes motivate it and experiments in the past including the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman and Bill Seikaly; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: whether the media is doing a good job covering the Epstein case; Trump appointing a special envoy to Greenland; loyalist Elise Stefanik not running for reelection to the House or for New York governor; CBS executives killing a 60 Minutes story critical of Trump deportations to an El Salvador prison; the Story of the Year; Schmuck of the Week; and Schmuck of the Year.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the health benefits of swearing, the fan and the Pittsburgh Steeler player who got into a tiff, and Mayor Mike Duggan's chances of becoming Michigan's next governor.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests public relations specialist Beverly Watts; attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss:
- Trump orders an oil tanker blockade of Venezuela
- Trump addresses the nation — how much of what he said was true?
- Carnage at an Australian Hanukkah celebration
- Muslim hero prevents further bloodshed
- Director Rob Reiner and wife found murdered in Los Angeles home
- Trump unhinged in trolling the dead
- White House chief of staff offers unusually candid exposé of life in Trump World
- Michigan Senate votes to restore work project funding cuts made by Michigan House lawmakers
- Push to restore mental health funding for farmers to curb high suicide rates
- Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week including the governor's race.
Can Mayor Mike Duggan win as an independent? Who will Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield endorse for governor? The panel addresses those issues.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick; attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman, and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss:
They discuss:
- The firing of University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore and scandals at Michigan State University.
- Whether media mega-mergers may depend on President Trump’s whims
- A Democrat’s win in the Miami mayoral election — and whether it’s a big deal
- Australia banning social media for those under 16 (with Attorney Fishman, who owns a flip phone, weighing in)
- Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick asking a judge to relieve him of restitution payments
- A Hamtramck city clerk suing city officials, claiming retaliation for reporting election misconduct
- Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Friday's vote by a federal vaccine committee to not recommend that newborns be immunized at birth against hepatitis B, which is a highly infectious virus that can cause liver damage. The committee is carrying out an agenda set by Robert Kennedy Jr., scretary of U.S. Health and Human Services.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Mayor Mike Duggan's tenure and Dan Gilbert's contributions to downtown Detroit and Duggan's legacy.
They also discuss whether Kwame Kilpatrick could win a mayoral election in Detroit if he received a pardon, which would clear the way for him to run. Under state law, he is barred from running for local or state office for 20 years after his conviction.
Hosts Saeed Khan talks with guests, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump says nothing to hide in Epstein files; Judge castigates DOJ prosecutors in case against former FBI Director James Comey; Wayne County Canvassers let Hamtramck mayor election results stand; Trump welcomes Saudi Crown Prince with full honors; Ousted Hamtramck police chief considers role in NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's administration; Andy Levin endorses Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate Run; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with guest, Democratic state lawmaker Donavan McKinney, who is running for Congress in the 13th Congressional District. He wants to unseat Congressman Shri Thanedar and explains why.
They also talk about Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist's edgy video. Is it the right message for his gubernatorial campaign or does it go too far?
Hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who is running for U.S. Senate.
The hosts also talk about other pressing matters including President Trump threatening to sue the BBC and his chances of winning.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about reparations in Detroit and whatever happen to the task force set up to address the issue.
Mongo also lays out what Council President Mary Sheffield needs to do to be a successful mayor and what she needs to avoid.
The group also talks about SNAP benefits and immigrants getting health care benefits.
Mongo appears in the second half of the show.
One day after a disappointing 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, superfan Marty Greenberg talks with Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit about what the Detroit Lions need to do to get back on track.
They discuss the trade deadline, injuries on the offensive line, and whether there’s a chance Coach Dan Campbell might take over the play-calling duties from offensive coordinator John Morton. (Lions photo by Jeff Nguyen)
Southfield mayoral candidate Sylvia Jordan, a daycare owner and former City Council president, joins hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone to discuss her vision for Southfield, concerns about the Northland City Center development, and issues surrounding foreclosures.
The hosts also discuss ethics concerns at City Hall.
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist Beverly Watts; attorneys Joel Sklar, Steve Fishman, and Bill Seikaly; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: chatter about President Trump seeking a third term; the Mayor of Hamtramck’s nomination for the Kuwait ambassadorship appearing to be in jeopardy; U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro suspending two prosecutors for describing the January 6th attack as a “mob of rioters” in a court filing; J.D. Vance expressing hope that his wife will one day become a Christian; and “Schmuck of the Week.”
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Jalal Abdallah, Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Federal Government Shutdown Continues; Trump Considers Invoking Insurrection Act After Judge Blocks Dispatching National Guard to Portland; State Legislature Approves Budget, but Changes Include $2Million from Autism Program to Fix Roads; Trump Sends Mixed Signals About Extending US-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement; Trump Proposes 20 Point Plan for Gaza; Hamas and Israel in Negotiations; Trump Ponders Pardons for Diddy and Ghislaine Maxwell; Detroit Sees Drop in Carjackings & Homicides… Enough to Avoid Trump Sending in National Guard?; WDIV Fires Hank Winchester After Police Cleared Him of Misconduct; Former Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks-Kilpatrick Dies, 80; Schmuck of the Week.
Pollster Ed Sarpolus said Friday morning that the Michigan Republican Party doesn’t believe GOP Congressman John James can win the 2026 governor’s race.
“Right now, Republicans want him out of the state, off the ballot — even the DeVos family is wavering,” Sarpolus, executive director of Target Insyght in Lansing, said on a live podcast, The Week That Was. (The discussion begins at the 43:46 mark of the video below.)
Sarpolus said he’s skeptical of a recent Republican poll that showed James not only leading his party in the primary but also ahead in a three-way general election race.
Sarpolus and guest Beverly Watts, a public relations specialist, both said Republicans are looking for an alternative candidate to James.
Some other Republicans in the race include Pastor Ralph Rebandt, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, former House Speaker Tom Leonard and former Attorney General Mike Cox.
Others on the show included host Saeed Khan; attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
Fishman, a criminal defense attorney, discussed the gambling indictments unsealed Thursday in New York, one of which names former Detroit Pistons star Chauncey Billups.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone discuss the issues of the week, including the gambling scandal involving former Detroit Pistons star Chauncey Billups.
Some are asking: Why is the media only showing pictures of Black players linked to the scandal when there are dozens of defendants?
Host Saeed Khan talks with Detroit media veteran Guy Gordon, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Trump addresses Knesset after Gaza ceasefire; Trump authorizes covert CIA action in Venezuela; Some airports refusing to air TSA political messages on monitors; NBC layoffs to Impact Black, Asian American, Latino & LGBTQ diversity teams; Gordie Howe International Bridge opening delayed to early 2026;
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with guest, James Harris, the community relations fire chief in Detroit, who is running for one of two at-large city council seats currently held by incumbents.
He tells the hosts why he's deserving of the job.
The hosts also talk about Mayor Mike Duggan's chances of winning the governor's race as an Independent and whether race has anything to do with the Democratic party's reluctance to get behind him.
Veteran attorney Bill Noakes has done it all in the legal field: He's worked in corporate America, including the legal staff of General Motors, and been a criminal defense attorney and taught law.
Nokes talks with "Detroit Black and White" hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone about why he should be the next Michigan Attorney General.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: mass shooting at Grand Blanc Mormon church; the federal government shutdown; Trump threatens to Cut Funding to City if Mamdani Wins; Trump and Hegseth address military brass; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Allan Lengel and James Nardone talk about the free speech and Charlie Kirk and the political future of former Detroit Police Chief James Craig.
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Joel Sklar, Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Republican politicians call for speech policing on Charlie Kirk criticisms; Jimmy Kimmel's suspension; FBI Director Kash Patel on the hot seat in Congress; Detroit considers admissions tax for sporting and entertainment events; UN Commission finds top Israeli officials Incited genocide; NY Judge dismisses terrorism charges against suspect in healthcare CEO murder case; Wayne State University President Espy steps down after two years; Hollywood icon and environmental activist Robert Redford dies at 89; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, automotive journalist Paul Eisenstein, editor-in-chief of Headlight News; attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: U.S. Navy attacks ship out of Venezuela, kills 11 Onboard; Detroit auto journalist Paul Eisenstein talks about Elon Musk's ridiculous compensation and why he's ethically challenged; Trump mulls plan to pay Gazans $5,000 to leave for 10 years for his “Riviera” rebuild project; Trump foreign policy humiliation as Russia, China and India come together at Tianjin summit; . Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Hamtramck fires police chief, an officer and the city manager; Democratic activist lodges ethics complaint against GOP Congressman John James; Trump's cabinet shamelessly sucks up to him in public. Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about candidates' pasts and whether they matter, President Trump's cabinet showering him with compliments, a Detroit hitman and other issues. Hosts Adolph Mongo and Vanessa Moss had the day off.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Joe Perren, a Detroit native and retired D.C. cop, and Detroit City Council candidate Roy McCalister Jr. about President Trump's takeover of Washington and what's really the most effective way to battle crime.
McCalister, a candidate for the 2nd District, retired in 2006 from the Detroit Police Department as a detective lieutenant.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about whether City Council President Mary Sheffield, who won the primary election by a large margin, needs to debate Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr., or blow him off like Mayor Mike Duggan did when he refused to debate opponent Anthony Adams in 2021.
They also talk about the media coverage of President Trump, the National Guard in D.C. and other pressing matters.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests: former co-chair of the Michigan Republican Party Jeff Sakwa; pollster Ed Sarpolus; public relations specialist Beverly Watts; attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman, and Joel Sklar; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss:
- Trump fires the messenger over the jobs report
- Who’s funding Mike Duggan’s gubernatorial campaign, and what challenges lie ahead for him
- Trump’s displeasure with John James’ run for governor
- Two Virginia men plead no contest to using robocalls to suppress the Black vote in Detroit during the 2020 election
- Detroit mayoral primary comes down to Mary Sheffield and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr.
- Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about whether professional athletes should be grateful or feel they're being taken advantage of by the owners.
They also talk about whether they've been to the Motown Museum.
A day after the Tuesday mayoral election, Detroit in Black and White hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about what's next and what voters will be looking for.
Co-host Moss asks if sexism or "colorism" -- prejudice against a Black person based on their skin tone -- will play a role in the general election between Council President Mary Sheffield and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr.
The group also talks with Mary Zatina, the general manager of WDET, and the challenges the station faces under the Trump administration.
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Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: DOJ official meets with Ghislaine Maxwell in Epstein scandal that just keeps getting messier; Pledges More Food Aid; . 11 Stabbed at Traverse City Walmart, the hero is a guy with a gun; Poll on Detroit mayoral race; Rocky’s Peanut Co. in Eastern Market to close in October; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk with Roy McCalister Jr., a Detroit City Council candidate in the 2nd District, about ways to combat crime, which in recent weeks has included multiple shootings of children in the city.
McCalister previously served on City Council and worked for the Detroit Police Department for 26 years in a variety of positions, including head of homicide.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talks with political pundit Karen Dumas about Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and the Detroit mayoral race.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Bill Seikaly, public relations, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump orders B2 Bombers to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities; Trump okays China’s continued purchase of Iranian oil; Pakistan pledges to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize; Trump calls for special counsel to investigate 2020 election for possible “widespread fraud”; Michigan ranks 2nd worst in nation for unemployment rates; NYC Mayoral Primary may be bellwether for Democrats nationally for 2026; Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald announces bid for Michigan AG;; Schmuck of the Week nominations include Michigan State Police for failing to stop rocker Ted Nugent from entering state Capitol with a gun.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the Warren Police Department's high-speed chases and the pros and cons, They also discuss whether mayoral debates are of benefit to anyone.
Also, co-host Vanessa Moss reports directly from a candidate debate in northwest Detroit.
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist Darci McConnell, a former Detroit News and Free Press reporter; public relations specialist Beverly Watts; attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Chaos as President Trump and the administration change narrative on Epstein files; Trump's DOJ moves to have grand jury materials on Epstein released; Trump gives President Vladimir Putin 50 Days for Ukraine peace deal -- threatens more sanctions; U-M faces federal probe over foreign influence allegations; Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu coalition threatened as ultra-orthodox faction exits over military exemption issue; Detroit mayoral candidates grapple with residency questions; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talks with Roy McCalister Jr., who makes his case for getting elected to the Detroit City Council in the 2nd District.
McCalister served on the Detroit Police Department for 26 years. He was elected to the city council in 2017, but lost his re-election bid four years later.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week..
They also talk about why we aren't delivering more help to people with mental health issues who commit crimes. The discussion includes talk about Afeni Muhammad, 26, who is charged with killing her manager at McDonald's in Eastpointe on Thursday.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guest, pollster Ed Sarpolus, political strategist Beverly Watts, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Floods in Texas cause hundreds of deaths. State and federal administrations deny blame; Israeli defense minister proposes forced transfer of all 2.1 million Gazans to a camp; Netanyahu nominates Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize (what's wrong with that picture?); Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II lands state lawmakers' endorsements for gubernatorial bid; Does he have a chance? Pollster Ed Sarpolus talks about Democrats' hope that Mike Duggan drops out of the race. Can Duggan win it all? Schmuck of the Week.
"Detroit in Black and White" hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Rev. W.J. Rideout III of All God's People Church about violence in our streets and the June 27 fatally shooting at a park on Detroit's east side of Samir Josiah Grubbs, 4, and Davlyon Shalmonson-Bey, 18, and the wounding a 17-yea-old male.
They also talk with city council candidate Michael Richard, who is running in the 5th District.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk about the pressing issues of the week. They also talk with mob reporter Scott Burnstein, who discusses the 50th anniversary of Jimmy Hoffa's dissapearance, and Tammy Daniels, head of the Detroit Land Bank.
Burnstein also talks about a special event he's having July 23 at Macomb Community College to discuss the Hoffa case, including who killed the union leader.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Detroit News entertainment writer Jim Mcfarlin, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Israel and Iran intensify military strikes: Trump's wimpy ilitary Parade and Nationwide “No Kings” Parade; Detroit News and Free Press to end business ties at end of year; Detroit mayoral candidates exchange vews and barbs in debate; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk about restaurants that are dirty or fail inspections — and whether that’s a deal breaker when deciding whether to eat there. Is a dirty front window or filthy floors enough to turn you away?
They also discuss Detroit mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins, who took shots at her competitors during the WDIV mayoral debate.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump orders the California National Guard dispatched and Marines on standby to quell Los Angeles ICE protests; RFK Jr. dismisses entire Vaccine Committee, after testifying at nomination hearing that he wouldn’t; University of Michigan cuts ties with undercover security firms that spied on pro-Palestinian students; ABC News suspends reporter after he posts criticism of Trump Advisor Stephen Miller; Federal judge ruling paves way for college athletes to be paid millions; Remembering Sly Stone (1943-2025), Brian Wilson (1942 – 2025) and Frederick Forsyth (1938 – 2025); Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Tammy Daniels, CEO of the Detroit Land Bank, about the challenges she faces and the criticism of her agency by mayoral candidates.
They also speak with JeDonna Matthews Dinges, who was the target of a racist incident in Grosse Pointe Park involving a neighbor and Taylor City Council candidate Martin Drouillard. Co-host Eric Brown also joins the show in the second half.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk with attorney Todd Perkins about his bid to become Detroit's next mayor.
Perkins spoke Saturday at Thomas Magee's bar in Eastern Market about a range of topics, including policing, crime, development, mental health issues, reparations, and the field of mayoral candidates—among them Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, whom he has criticized for her comments regarding her role on the board of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Mike Rataj and Joel Sklar, Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: University of Florida Board of Governors rejects Santa Ono's bid for president; Honeymoon Over. Elon Musk blasts his good buddy President Trump; Ukraine drone strike destroys one-third of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet; GOP State Rep introduces articles of impeachment against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson; U-M Chinese scholar charged with smuggling biohazard through Metro Airport; New poll shows clear frontrunner in Detroit mayoral race; Tulsa announces reparations for 1921 Black Wall Street Race Massacre; and Schmuck of the Week
Host Nancy Derringer talks with PR specialist and former Free Press reporter Darci McConnell; attorneys Joel Sklar, Steve Fishman, and Bill Seikaly; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss:
- Mackinac Conference 2025: Takeaways and trends
- A Governor’s poll showing a tie between Jocelyn Benson and John James, with Mike Duggan trailing both
- President Trump’s classless commencement speech at West Point
- Trump’s pledge to review the Whitmer kidnapping plot convictions — despite previously assuring Governor Whitmer he wouldn’t
- The Hamtramck City Council suspending the city manager
- Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Wayne County Sheriff Ray Washington about the latest with the department. His chief of staff Kevin Tolbert joins in the conversation.
The panel also talks with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke and mayoral candidate John Barlow. They talk about campaign issues including housing and income and the safety of going to a Detroit gas station.
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, lawyers Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her comments about habeas corpus; why Joe Biden did not have a PSA test for his prostate; the cruelty of the proposed U.S. budget and its impact on the poor; and the many nominations for Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Eric Brown talk with mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins and city council candidate James Harris Jr.
Jenkins discusses key issues and shares the story of her 14-year-old brother, who was murdered in Detroit in 1991.
Editor’s note: Due to Internet issues, portions of Jenkins' interview were distorted and difficult to hear. We apologize.
Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr., who heads Triumph Church, appeared Friday night on the videocast Detroit in Black and White to discuss his bid for mayor of Detroit.
He was asked whether, if elected, he would continue to run his megachurch full time.
"I will be a full-time mayor of the city of Detroit, undisputed," he told the show's co-hosts, Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel. "I will be a mayor 2.0. We have people, as we do now, who handle the day-to-day operations of the church."
"But on weekends, as my calendar permits, I will go to church, and if I’m there, I will preach."
He also spoke about what motivated him to run for mayor and shared his plans to improve the city.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with former Detroit Police Chief James Craig about why he wants to be mayor.
"Coming home to Detroit was a dream come true," he said of becoming chief in Detroit after working in other departments around the country. "But that dream needs to continue, and that's why I'm running for mayor. I'm passionate about public service and I'm excited about the future of this city."
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: U.S. and China agree to slash most tariffs… for Now; Trump set to receive luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar as Air Force one replacement/gift; Trump's Middle East visit; India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire after dangerous military exchanges; U-M regent ties to Blue Cross-Blue Shield raises concerns about potential conflict of interest; Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson cleared to be considered for Major League Baseball Hall of Fame and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week.
They also talk with:
►Retired Detroit Police investigator Ira Todd and Highland Park Police investigator Everett Monroe II about police methods and their feelings about the hung jury in the trial of the Grand Rapids cop accused of murdering a motorist during a traffic stop.
►Massage therapist Keisha Brooks, owner of The Peace and Harmony Center
►Marc De'Andre of 7Mile Radio
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, public relations specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Trump says he’s unsure he needs to uphold the Constitution; Canadian prime minister stands up to Trump; Kwame Kilpatrick agreed to campaign for President Trump, hoping to get a pardon in exchange; Mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins employes former Kwame Kilpatrick chief of staff Christine Beatty, who hasn’t paid any of her court penalty to the city of Detroit in 10 years; Court of Appeals rejects Oxford High shooter’s request for resentencing; Santa Ono steps down from U-M. Will his replacement have the backbone to stand up to Trump? Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week including a report by WXYZ's Ross Jones about Children's Protective Services failure to protect Kassius Lofton of Flint, who was nearly three years old. He had Down Syndrome and was being physically abused at home. He died. The mother and the boyfriend are charged with murder.
They also talk with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Donald Trump helps Canadian liberal prime minister win; Trump's first 100 Days, Oy! Amazon posts tariff cost on items until White House objects; DOD Secretary ends Ivanka Trump’s signature “Women, Peace, Security Program” for being too woke; Shri Thanedar to face primary opponent; Two Hamtramck City Councilmen living outside the city; Office vacancy rates in Detroit jump. Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Chantel Watkins, a Detroit City Council candidate for District 5.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Pope Francis, a Pope for far more than just Catholics; Late night deportations; Mike Duggan “welcomes” opposition’s quest to dig up dirt; Local doctor behind winning bid for RenCen Tower 600; and Schmuck of the Week.
With the help of security cameras, license plate readers, and other technology, "it's almost impossible to commit a crime on the streets of Detroit and really get away with it," says new Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison.
"As far as being able to bring justice to crime victims, we're in a much better position to do it," Bettison says in an interview on Face to Face With Adolph Mongo, a special edition of the podcast Detroit in Black and White.
Bettison said new technology has helped bring the homicide clearance rate to just short of 100 percent, and about 90 percent for non-fatal shootings.
Marc D'Andre, a citizen journalist and founder of 7Mile Radio, talks about his program and the stories he works on in the city and beyond with "Detroit in Black and White" hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: White House ignores Supreme Court Order to facilitate return of wrongly deported man; U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens expected to jump into Senate race; Gov. Whitmer's White House visit -- duty or dupe? Pennsylvania Governor’s mansion targeted by arsonist; Harvard risks federal funding by defying administration demands; Adam Hollier and Mike Rogers throw hats into election races; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, and Eric Brown talk with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke, who is running for the 5th District. Clarke addresses some pressing issues in the city.
The panel also discusses politics in Michigan and D.C.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Jalal Abdallah, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; public relations specialist Beverly Watts of BME Consulting, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Trump defense chief's war plans discussions on Signal app; The removal of pro-Palestinian protesters; Duggan delivers his last state of the city address as Detroit mayor; Major faw firms decline cases by Trump opponents as they capitulate to White House pressure; Anti-Defamation League urges Trump to retract ambassadorship nomination of Hamtramck mayor; Oscar Winning Palestinian director Assaulted by Israeli settlers, then arrested by Israeli Military; Schmuck of the Week.
Ex-Detroit Police Chief James Craig, who is running for mayor, hopes to capitalize on his years as police chief. He served as chief from 2013 to 2021.
"I established a strong reputation here as the Detroit police chief," Craig told Adolph Mongo in a special edition of Detroit in Black and White on Friday. "People know me. They understood and watched me lead for eight years."
Craig said he also hopes voters don't put him "in a box" and only look at him as a Republican, though he's proud to be one.
He realizes the last Republican mayor of Detroit was Louis C. Miriani, who was first elected in the 1950s.
Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, who is running for mayor, talked on Saturday about her accomplishments on city council, her goals, her gripes about the city and her relationship with Mayor Mike Duggan on the podcast/videocast of "Detroit in Black and White."
"I am most the qualified, the most caple, able and willing and ready, day one, to deliver (for) Detroit," she said.
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The co-hosts also talk with George Jackson, former CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corp., who thinks Mayor Mike Duggan took too much credit for developing the riverfront in the State of the City address.
Co-hosts include Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Tim Moore, CEO of Detroit's Urban Info Network, an Internet TV platform that specializes in Black-centric news.
Viewers can see his content on Detroitiptiv.com.
Due to a technical difficulties, the second half of the show only included Allan Lengel and Eric Brown, who talked about literacy, education and the importance of that being part of this year's mayoral campaign
Host Allan Lengel talks with former WXYZ investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar and community and labor activist Barb Ingalls.
They talk about: the Democratic Party's favorability drops to a record low in CNN poll and the need for a new Democratic leader; the Pentagon restores webpage of Jackie Robinson and Tuskegee Airman after backlash; the pushback against Elon Musk and the protests against him; John James running for governor, can he win? Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with entrepreneur Myles Wilson, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Trump cuts Department of Education; Trump Cuts $400 million in funding to Columbia University, claiming failure to combat Anti-Semitism; Trump selects Hamtramck mayor to be U.S. ambassador to Kuwait; Will Mayor Mike Duggan be the spoiler in the governor'sl race? and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the rights of foreign students with visas, and particularly about Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University graduate student who was arrested and faces deportation for his role in pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
They also talk about Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's presidential ambitions and whether her efforts to meet with President Donald Trump will pay off.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig on Wednesday announced he was running for mayor, and said "it's important any city in America have a direct link to the White House."
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss whether his GOP ties to President Donald Trump will help him in his bid for mayor.
They also talk about Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II's run for governor and whether he has a legit chance of winning.
Host Saeed Khan talks with regular guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Mr. Zelensky Comes to Washington; President Trump's address to Congress; Trump's executive order to eliminate Deptartment of Education; The ups and downs of implementing tariffs and the cost of living; Jennifer Crumbley's attorney goes after the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about President Trump's on-and-off tariffs that are fueling resentment in Canada; the high cost of groceries and the costly dental bills that have forced some folks to go to other countries like Mexico and Turkey to get work done.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about education in Detroit, President Trump's speech and the Dems reaction and more.
Host Saeed Khan chats with guests, former WDIV anchor Devin Scillian, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump fires chairman of joint chiefs; New FBI Director Kash Patel making his mark, and not necessarily in a good one; Republicans reject President Trump's pick for chair of the Michigan GOP; German far-right party comes in second in country’s elections; Ukraine president says he’ll resign if nation gets NATO membership; Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Detroit Councilman Fred Durhal III about why he thinks he should be the next mayor of Detroit.
He talks about housing, crime and managing a big city.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about voting rights, what the Dems and the Republicans need to do in Michigan to improve their parties; and why don't Detroit developments include a clause about improving schools.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pr specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about President Zelensky rejecting President Trump's proposal for half its mineral resources; Trump's tariffs. Trump's cuts of federal worker; the wimpy GOP fearful of standing up to Trump; Trump posts that no laws are Broken if he’s “saving” the country; Louisiana Health Department to stop mass vaccination; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss the children that were abandoned in the house in Pontiac and the two children who froze to death in a van in a Greektown casino garage. Did the media treat the two cases differently?
Did the media display a bias against Detroit?
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the week's events.
They also talk with special guest George Jackson, former President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, about the best uses for the RenCen.
"In terms of functionality, it really missed the mark...this is a real opportunity here to correct the Renaissance center," Jackson said. "You've got to make it part of the city instead of a fortress."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the two children who froze to death Monday in a van on the 9th floor of the parking garage for the Hollywood Casino at Greektown in downtown Detroit.
They also discuss whether the deaths have brought up issues that will be raised throughout the mayoral campaign this year.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Republican strategist Jason Roe, former Detroit Free Press reporter and pr specialist Darci McConnell, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump calls for Gazans to be permanently displaced and for the U.S. to take over the territory; Trump tries closing USAID; Gilchrist for governor; El-Sayed for Senate? Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown talk about the Detroit Public Schools and the need for the Detroit mayor to take over the schools.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with interim Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison and Trenton Police Chief Mike Hawkins about crime, recruiting officers and other issues. Bettison talks about cracking down on gas stations illegally selling tobacco products to minors.
The hosts also talk with pollster Ed Sarpolus about the races for governor and mayor, Marc D'Andre of 7Mileradio.com and attorney Maurice Morton, the uncle of missing Macomb County mother Ashley Elkins who police now allege was murdered by her ex-boyfriend.
Host Saeed Khan talks with former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: ABC's and Meta's huge lawsuit settlements amount to nothing more than bribes to President Trump; Gary Peters announces he won't run in 2026, leaving open the question: Who will run? RFK Jr.’s rough confirmation hearings, while cousin Caroline issues scathing statement about him; Gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan doubles down on calling migrants “illegal”; Should Gov. Whitmer have endorsed Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II? American Airlines jet and military helicopter collide over the Potomac; American Coney Island owner throws shade at neighbor Lafayette Coney Island; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with George Jackson, the former President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, about the RenCen; mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins tells why she thinks she should be Detroit's next mayor, and University of Michigan Law Professor Michelle Adams talks about her book on the history of integrating Detroit schools.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss Donald Trump's deportations, his ending security details on people like Dr. Fauci and the governor's and mayoral races and Lt. Garlin Gilcrhrist II.
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: the Trump Inauguration and his executive orders; Joe Biden's last minute preemptive pardons; the Bishop who stood up to Trump; the Gaza ceasefire, can it last? Jocelyn Benson announces bid for governor; Lions’ season ends; Schmuck of the Week
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, former WXYZ investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, Joe Sklar and Todd Perkins; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump nominee confirmation hearings; The Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal; Attorney General Merrick Garland simply messed up by moving so slow. Crumbley attorney claims Oakland County Prosecutor paid PR firms to smear client in the media; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk to Richard Wershe Jr., aka, "White Boy Rick," about his cannabis distribution business, "The 8th by White Boy Rick," more than three years after he launched it.
Wershe, 55, started the business after he was released from prison in July 2020.
The hosts also talk with Brianna Simpson, who runs a Detroit nonprofit, The Mothercraft Institute, which trains 'doulas," birth professional who help families have safe, healthy and positive birth experiences. It also helps women with the birth process and care for their babies.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Marc D’Andre, a community reporter who operates “7 Mile Radio," and Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson talk about Michigan politics, children going missing and more.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the legacy of the late President Jimmy Carter.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Martin Drouillard, host of the 'Taylor Uncovered Podcast," who discusses the tow truck scandals in Taylor and the political landscape there.
They also talk with Marc D'Andre, a community reporter who operates "7 Mile Radio."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Anthony Browder, author, publisher, cultural historian, artist, and an educational consultant, who has been to Egypt 68 times.
He talks about that country's history and the archeological digs he's been involved with.
The hosts also talk about the most important events of 2024.
Browder will be speaking Sunday at Detroit Unity Temple at 17505 2nd Ave. in Detroit at 10 a.m. At noon, he'll be doing a workshop and a book signing.
Hosts Saeed Khan talks with guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Top Schmucks of 2024 (Besides Donald Trump); House Ethics Report exposes Matt Gaetz for alleged state law violations involving minors; Biden commutes 37 of 40 Federal Death Row sentences; Honda and Nissan Announce merger; Oakland County Sheriff seeks Trump’s help in fighting South American burglary gangs.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with George Jackson, the former President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, and board member of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. He talks about development in Detroit under his watch and why he doesn't get the credit he deserves.
He also talks about the FBI's search to determine if more than William Smith, the CFO, was involved in the theft of $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.
The hosts also talk to Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson who is winding down his term in that job. Simpson talks about his accomplishments and what could be next on the agenda.
Host Saeed Khan talks with Sam Robinson, a former Axios reporter and author of Substack's "Detroit one million;" attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They'll talk about: Ukraine assassinates top Russian general; Disney/ABC News Settles Defamation case with Donald Trump; Trump and Elon Musk objections threaten government shutdown before Christmas; BBC Report reveals Meta restricts Palestine content; Wayne County erases $27 million in medical debt for 46,000 residents; House Ethics Committee Votes to release Matt Gaetz report; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone discuss the issues of the week on our Friday night podcast.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk about the media in Madison, Wisconsin and a shooting at a Detroit gas station.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the gubernatorial and mayoral races and how Mayor Mike Duggan's decision to run as an Independent could change the landscape of Michigan politics.
Host Saeed Khan talks with entrepreneur Myles Wilson, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about : Syrian rebels oust Assad; Civil suit accuses Jay-Z of underage sex as Diddy scandal grows; United Healthcare CEO’s murder suspect arrested; Michigan Democratic leaders criticize Mike Duggan for running as Independent for Governor; Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield announces run for Mayor; James Craig ponders bid; End of an Era: Devin Scillian signs off as anchor at WDIV; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with pollster Ed Sarpolus about what comes next for the Democrats and Republicans in the state and what Mayor Mike Duggan is doing to generate support around Michigan.
They also talk about the Detroit mayoral race in 2025.
Host Saeed Khan talks with former Axios reporter Sam Robinson, who is author of Substack's "Detroit one million;" attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Biden's pardon of son Hunter; Mayor Mike Duggan announces he'll run as an Independent for governor; Will that split the Democratic vote and help Republicans? Stellantis CEO Tavares Resigns, how will that impact unions? Schmuck of the Week.
Interim Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison made it clear Saturday his department won't be involved in the mass deportation of immigrants President elect-Donald Trump has been advocating.
"The Detroit Police Department has a job to do, and our job is not immigration, and so we're not doing immigration enforcement," Bettison said during an appearance Saturday morning on the podcast, "Detroit in Black and White.
Bettison also talks about other pressing issues with hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly; community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; Trump announces tariffs on Canadian and Mexican Imports; Judge consider Ethan Crumbley’s request for new sentence; Monroe County Commissioner will begin new term in prison; Walmart dumps DEI programs and LGBTQ+ products after conservative backlash; Dan Gilbert and GM Seek State funds to revamp RenCen; Texas committee won’t examine maternal deaths since Dobbs SCOTUS decision; Tesla cars reported with highest auto fatality rate; Round the horn with gratitude and thanks. Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about what the Dems need to do to get their mojo back; are college athletes making too much? And holiday activities at Michigan Central Station.
Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the change in Washington and if it's good thing. They also talk about education.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Do Democrats need to start playing rougher to compete and win? Biden sends U.S. missiles to Ukraine, escalating the war; ICC issues arrest warrants for Bibi Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant; Trump names Dr. Oz to run Medicare and Medicaid; Matt Gaetz is out; Detroit Receiving and Sinai-Grace get failing grades for patient Safety; Corewell nurses vote to unionize, join Teamsters; Elon Musk linked to ads targeting Muslims in Michigan that praised Kamala Harris as Pro-Israel/Jewish; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with newly elected school board member Monique Bryant.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss the city's school system and the mayor's race.
Host Saeed Khan talks with Republican strategist Jason Roe, entrepreneur Myles Wilson, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Donald Trump's crazy appointments; is he trying to scare us? Trump's plans to purge generals; Replacing Mayor Mike Duggan; Tough act to follow? Some Dearborn residents show remorse after Trump Win; Racist messages target Black students in Michigan and nationwide; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Republican political strategists Jason Roe about the presidential race in Michigan and why Republican Mike Rogers lost out to Elissa Slotkin in the Senate race.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Democratic Congressional candidate Carl Marlinga, who discusses the negative ads against him, how he'd deal with the backlog of immigrant cases and the question over his opponent's actual residence.
They also talk with Detroit School Board candidate Monique Bryant. Eric Brown, an advocacy for literacy, joins in that interview.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the endless political ads. They can't wait for them to end.
They also predict who will win the presidential race. They also see the possibility of mainstream Republicans forming a third party if Donald Trump wins.
As we enter the final countdown, Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They'll talk about: Homestretch for the elections: Trump's controversial MAGA rally at Madison Square Garden; Arab and Muslim leaders endorse Trump at Novi Event; U.P. election officials removed over plan to hand-count votes. Mayor Mike Duggan raises no money for fourth term...mmmm, what could that possibly mean?
What to do about Jameson Williams? Will he get off? Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about former chief of staff John Kelly's statements that Donald Trump's admired Hitler; does it matter to voters? Former GOP Michigan Congressman Fred Upton endorses Vice President Kamala Harris; Arab-American former Congress candidate removed from Harris Royal Oak event; Former baseball phenom Fernando Valenzuela Dies at 63; Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the Donald Trump rally at Madison Square Gardens, and whether Trump really wants to win.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with the newly appointed interim Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison, mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins and Dr. Yvette Cobb, a naturopathic doctor and family nurse practitioner.
Bettison talks about his future in the department and what he'd say if Mayor Mike Duggan ran for governor and asked him to be his runnnig mate. He also talks about the preparation being made to assure the vote count goes smoothly at Huntington Place in November.
Host Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to Republican political strategist Jason Roe about how negative ads are working in Michigan races and the controversy over an ad in a Black Lansing newspaper that ran the wrong date of the election.
They also talk to Matthew Ackerman, a cadidate for the Michigan Court of Appeals.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with special guest, former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
The group talks about the prospects for Donald Trump or Kamala Harris winning the election; Trump's odd behavior; Harris's performance on Fox News and Charlamagne tha God radio show; the departure of WDIV's Devin Scillian and the ongoing battle in the Middle East.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington about the series of problems at the new jail.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Donald Trump's appearance in Detroit and his political goof; Bob Woodward’s latest book on Trump: Number of antisemitic incidents locally for Oct. 7 anniversary of Hamas attacks in Israel; Where Does Mike Rogers Live? Schmuck of the Week.
In the Wednesday's episode of "Detroit And Black and White," co-host Adolph Mongo talks about being randomly attacked by a menacing man in downtown Detroit and knocked to the ground.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk about the presidential race, Black voters, Magic Johnson campaigning in Flint and Donald Trump's game plan to blame all that's wrong with America on immigrants.
They also talk with guests Macie Gaines, candidate for Wayne County Probate Court and Adrienne Scruggs candidate for Wayne County Circuit Judge.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, pollster Ed Sarpolus Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and veteran journalist Nancy Derringer.
They talk about the Middle East conflict, J.D. Vance and Donald Trump keep coming to Michigan to focus on the white male vote, Trump's ridiculous comments on the campaign trail and more.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the events of the week including the damage and politics of Hurricane Helene and the impact of climate change.
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Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about remarks by world leaders at opening of UN General Assembly Session by President Biden and Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu; Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib endorses Donald Trump; What was he thinking? Conflict between Stellantis and UAW grows; New York City Mayor Eric Adams indicted; Schmuck of the Week.
Co-hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel and special co-host Detroit Depuity Mayor Todd Bettison talk with Kevin "Kmack" McDonald, who drove a cab for decades in Detroit and now has his own transportation. McDonald talks about the shrinking cab industry in Detroit and the impact of Uber and Lyft.
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►Democratic Congressional candidate Carl Marlinga discusses in what he considers deceptive campaign ads and his opponent John James' resistance to debating.
►Tabita Andrews talks about, "Keep on Steppin' in the Motor City, "a dance on Oct. 5 at Insync Dance Studio in Detroit to celebrate breast cancer and prostrate cancer surviors and to make people aware of the diseases.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Second assassination attempt on Trump thwarted; J.D. Vance says he and Trump are right to “create” false stories about migrants; Israeli intelligence services behind exploding electronics in Lebanon, killing dozens; Music mogul P Diddy Combs charged with sex trafficking, racketeering; Lions lose at home to Tampa Bay… Is that necessarily a bad thing? Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk from the new Wayne County Jail with Sheriff Raphael Washington and Captain Rachel Davis about the new facility and the issues they have to deal with.
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist and former Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Trump-Harris debate; the Michigan Supreme Court says RFK Jr. and Cornell West will be on the November ballot; Former U-M football players sue NCAA, Big Ten Network for wrongful NIL (name, image and likeness) use; Remembering James Earl Jones, a true one-off; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the winners and losers in the Donald Trump-Kamala Harris Debate.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Michigan Supreme Court candidates, current Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Thomas, a University of Michigan law professor. Both were nominated in August by the Democratic Party.
The hosts also talk about the presidential campaign issues including anti-Democrat fliers being mailed in Detroit, aimed at Black voters who smoke menthol cigarettes.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and special co-host, Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison talk with Alberta Tinsley-Talabi, a former state rep and Detroit City Council member, who Vanessa Moss calls "The Mother of the East Side of Detroit."
Tinsley-Talabi is the founder of Mack Alive, a non-profit dedicated to the upward mobility of residents in Detroit, with a particular focus on Southeastern Village residents.
The panel also talks about irresponsible parents with guns and whether it makes sense to charge parents of school shooters.
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, community and labor activists Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: the presidential race in Michigan and RFK Jr.'s impact; Liz Cheney throws support for Harris; Detroit media was slow to the draw to see similarities between the Oakland County Crumbley case and the parent charged in the Georgia school shooting; Poll shows Michigan voters find Walz helps Harris more than JD Vance helps Trump; Lawsuit alleges DMC ignored unsafe conditions that enabled psychiatric patients to b raped; Schmuck of the Week .
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel discuss the final stretch in the election, the lame local media coverage of the election season and Congressman John James appearance in Howell, the former KKK capital of Michigan.
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Kamala Harris and Tim Walz Interview on CNN; Special prosecutor modifies indictment in Trump election interference case; former Detroit Council President Saunteel Jenkins considers run for mayor; court determines company former Piston Vinnie Johnson owns wrongly stripped of minority certification; Ford, Deere, Harley Davidson and Lowe’s among companies scaling cack on DEI Programs; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with ex-Michigan GOP Chair Kristina Karamo about her getting escorted out of the state convention and her ongoing battle with the Republican Party officials.
She refers to some of the people at the party convetion as "goons" for Pete Hoekstra, the current state party chair.
The hosts also talk to former Detroit City Councilwoman Sheila Cockrel and McShane's Irish Pub co-owner Bob Roberts about their campaign to save the red bricks that pave part of the road on Michigan Avenue in Detroit's Corktown neighborhood.
They argue the state wants to remove them and alter the road, which will harm businesses and residents.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Brian Brown, the defense attorney for Michael Jackson-Bolanos, who was charged in the murder last year of downtown Detroit synagogue President Samantha Woll.
He talks about the trial, the judge, the sentence, the confession by the ex-boyfriend and what he saw as the shortcomings of the police investigation. He also talks about the impact the case has had on his practice.
Jackson-Bolanos, 29, was acquitted by the Wayne County Circuit Court jury on charges of first-degree premeditated murder or second-degree murder. The jury deadlocked on the charges of felony murder and first-degree home invasion, and the judge subsequently dropped those charges, saying the factual allegations were similar to the counts Jackson-Balanos was acquitted of.
Jackson-Bolanos was convicted of lying to investigators and was sentenced to 18 months to 15 years. He was given credit for 243 days served and is likely to be released by early next year.
Co-hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the DNC Convention and Kamala Harris.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, Rev. W.J. Rideout of All God's People Church and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Assessing the DNC convention and speeches; Teen sues Detroit judge for mistreatment during field rrip to court; Phil Donahue dies at 88; Sen. Bob Menendez quits Senate; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Detroit 36th District Court Judge Kenneth King punishing a teenager who fell asleep in his court.
Mongo expresses outrage over the judge's action, saying there's no excuse.
They also talk about the presidential race.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the presidential race and reports that ex-Congresswoman and former presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard is the TSA Watchlist.
Co-hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Richard Wershe Jr., aka "White Boy Rick," about his cameo appearance in an upcoming comedy film, "Stealing Jokes," a new documentary about his life and his expanding cannabis business, "The8th by White Boy Rick."
The co-hosts also talk about the 18-month to 15-year sentence Michael Jackson-Bolanos received for lying to investigators in the Samantha Woll murder case. The judge on Friday ruled prosecutors can't retry the case, basically because of double jeopardy, saying the two deadlocked counts were factually too similar to murder counts he was acquitted of last month. He will be given credit for 243 days served.
Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss local races; Why Shri Thanedar won and why Hill Harper lost.
They also argue over the issue of Tim Walz's military service for 24 years.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the Tuesday primary and Democrat Hill Harper's bid for U.S. Senate and Donald Trump's controversial remarks at the National Association of Black Journalist in Chicago.
They also talk about a Nigerian sexting scam that resulted in a Michigan high school student committing suicide.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, public relations specialist Darci McConnell, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Biden withdraws from race and Harris bringing in $250 Million+ in contributions; Director of Secret Service resigns; Crooked Sen. Bob Menendez to resign; China brokers unity government agreement among Palestinian factions; Delta under investigation; Duke Fakir, last original ,member of the Four Tops dies at 88; Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with former state rep Nancy Quarles who is president of the Southern Oakland County Branch of the NAACP, Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson and Karen Winston, one of the more loyal viewers of the show.
They talk about the upcoming election and the level of Black support for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Vanessa Moss talk with Democratic Congressional candidate Carl Marlinga; Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson and Patricia Pearson, founder of the Lion's Den, a non-profit housing agency. They also talk about President Joe Biden and the election
Host Saeed Khan talks with Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorneys Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about about the Republican National Convention and Donald Trump's pandering with speakers like Hulk Hogan; Trump Names JD Vance as running mate; Jury's mixed verdict in Samantha Woll Murder Case; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Jim Nardone talk about the Republican National Convention and why they think the selection of J.D. Vance for vice president was a strategic mistake on the part of Donald Trump.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with special guests, former WXYZ investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, public relations specialist David Rudolph, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Will pressure make Joe Biden step down or dig his heels in more? Dan Gilbert has option to buy Renaissance Center; Gun violence and block parties in Detroit; The fate of the defendant in the Samantha Woll Murder trial; abd Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and special co-host, Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson, talk with Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington and Je Donna Dinges, who is fighting for an anti-hate crime bill in Lansing after being racially intimidated by a neighbor.
They talk about the election, Joe Biden, Black voters and services the Ombudsman provides.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about all the handwringing over whether President Joe Biden should stay the course or bow out of the election. They also talk about the defendant in the Samantha Woll case taking the witness stand on his own behalf.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and special co-host, Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison talk with veteran WDIV reporter Rod Meloni who has taken a buyout and is leaving July 1.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the presidential debate. They all concede that President Joe Biden, who needed to show energy, stamina and clarity, fell very short. Donald Trump performed in many ways as expected; He failed to directly answer a number of questions and repeated made false and misleading statements.
On the other hand, he needed to look strong and not lose control, which he pretty much accomplished.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to pollster Ed Sarpolus about the upcoming election and whether Donald Trump's visit to Detroit last weekend will make a difference.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Adolph Mongo, host of the podcast "Detroit in Black and White," attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: President Biden gives legal status for 500,000 migrant spouses of U.S. Citizens; Trump comes to Detroit to court the Black vote; Will mother be charged in Rochester Hills Splash Pad shooting; the challenges Sam Woll trial; Gordie Howe International Bridge Span Now Connected; Goodbye to the 'Say Hey Kid,' Willie Mays Dead, 93;. Schmuck of the Week.
Co-hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk about Donald Trump's visit last weekend to Detroit to court Black voters and the MAGA base later in the day at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit.
They also talk about Senate candidate Hill Harper's push to debate Democratic opponent Elissa Slotkin and the race for Detroit mayor.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Democratic U.S. Congressional candidate Carl Marlinga, Tammy Daniels, CEO of the Detroit Land Bank and Steve Goodman, who is helping feed Detroit's and Pontiac's homeless.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and union activist Barb Ingalls, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Hunter Biden conviction; SCOTUS Justice Samuel Alito in secret recording questions whether political compromise is possible; Supreme Court ruling on abortion pill; Sam Woll Murder trial Starts; Former GOP AG nominee Matt DePerno to run for Michigan Supreme Court; Free Press endorses Slotkin for Senate, while rebuking opponent Hill Harper; Schmuck of the Week
Co-hosts Adolph, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with veteran WDIV reporter Paula Tutman about her career, growing up as a Peace Corps kid and her buyout, which takes effect July 1.
The co-hosts also talk with local criminal defense attorney David Lee, who criticizes and praises Kid Rock, who he was once very close with. Lee also describes being at a New York SoHo watering hole, Kenn's Broome Street Bar, when the Donald Trump verdict was announced.
Host Saeed Khan talks with Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the possible sentence for Donald Trump, with some lawyers on the panel predicting the judge will order some form of custody, possibly even jail; Michigan poll shows voters losing faith in democracy, education and the economy; Mark Hackel for governor? Why did Mayor Mike Duggan endorse Mary Waters in the 13th Congressional District race? Justice Alito refuses to recuse himself from Jan. 6 case; Hilary Clinton in her new book blames women for her 2016 loss; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with George Jackson, former head of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, and Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick.
Jackson talks about the future of the RenCen and previously developments he was involved in. Elrick talks about Mayor Mike Duggan's decision to endorse Council member Mary Waters in the Congressional race and what was happening up in Mackinac at the annual conference with all the big shots who gathered there this week.
WDIV's Rod Meloni, who has been at the station for nearly 30 years, is taking a buyout, effective July 1, along with some other on-air talent including Bernie Smilovitz, Mara MacDonald and Paula Tutman.
The New England native, 65, talked with Deadline Detroit's Allan Lengel Tuesday night about his humble beginnings in the industry, why Detroit was such a great news town, his love for the city, getting greeted by strangers who recognized him, his career here, the future of TV news, current and former people in the business he most admires and what's next in life.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Nikki Haley will voting for Trump; Defense rests in Trump hush money trial; Donald stays off the stand; International criminal court seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leader Sinwar; comes to town for NAACP annual banquet; Giuliani served papers in Arizona election fraud case at His 80th birthday party in Florida; Crumbley parents refuse to waive privilege to confidential [re-sentencing reports; Adam Hollier knocked off Ballot; Schmuck of the Week.
Co-hosts Adollph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone and special co-host Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison talk about the choice between Joe Biden and Donald Trump and who would be better for Detroit; RFK Jr. , the possibility of immigrants taking up some of Detroit's vacant land and the lousy Bally's Sports channel and the lame Detroit Tigers.
On Thursday, the Wayne County Clerk's Office bumped Democratic Congressional candidate Adam Hollier out of the 13th Congressional race after determining he didn't have enough valid petition signatures. Now, for all practical purposes, the Democratic primary in August is between Detroit City Council member Mary Waters and incumbent Congressman Shri Thanedar.
Can Waters dethrone Thanedar?
"Detroit Black and White" hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone discuss the race along with other issues including Sen. Mitt Romney's remarks that President Biden should have pardoned Donald Trump, and Jared Goff's new contract with the Detroit Lions.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guest, former-Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the latest round of buyouts at WDIV: The cross exam of fixer Michael Cohen; Biden-Trump debate and the rules; Inflation Hits 20 percent; Political Consequences; Biden Imposes 100% tariff on Chinese EV’s; Kwame Kilpatrick requests restitution hearing, claims he doesn't owe money to the government; Lions give QB Jared Goff four-year extension at more than $200 Million; Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to prominent Republicans Jason Roe, a political consultant, and attorney Terry Johnson.
They talk about President Joe Biden and Donald Trump and their chances of winning Michigan and the U.S. Senate race.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Stacey "Hotwaxx" Hale, the "Godmother of House Music," and Curtis Chin, author of "Everything I Learned, I learned in a Chinese Restaurant." His parents owned Chung's restaurant in Detroit's Cass Corridor.
They also talk with Rebecca Szetela, a commissioner on the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, which is working on reshaping voter districts.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Joel Sklar, Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the shameless questions Justice Sam Alito asked during hearing on presidential immunity; Trump's ongoing hush money trial; Ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick attends Michigan Trump rally; Michael Moore warns Biden could lose; Campus protests continue, with some police action and violence; Detroit Congressman Shri Thanadar challenges opponent’s campaign signatures; NFL Draft Shatters attendance records; UAW calls for strike authorization vote at Stellantis plant for safety and health concerns; Mel Tucker’s wife files for divorce and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Jim Nardone and Allan Lengel talk on Thursday's special edition of "Detroit in Black and White" with attorney Vanessa Moss about why she's running for a judgeship in Detroit's 36th District Court. They also talk with Trenton Police Chief Mike Hawkins who provides an update on a cold murder case.
For full disclosure, Moss is a regular host on the Saturday's "Detroit in Black and White" videocast/podcast.
Grace Keros, owner of American Coney Island on Lafayette Blvd. in downtown Detroit, talks about her booming business during the NFL Draft last week and credits the city of Detroit and NFL for things going smoothly.
She said there were meetings with the NFL and city before the event to make sure all went well.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, author and Detroit radio personality Peter Werbe, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorney Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the ban of TikTok and regulating social media, University of Michigan protests over the Gaza war; the Supreme Court hears arguments on presidential immunity; the NFL draft and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison about the NFL Draft and how pleased the NFL has been.
They also talk with Detroit Superfan Marty Greenberg, who evaluates the Detroit Lions' draft picks and what they still need to make it to the Super Bowl.
The group also talks with Ahmed Ghanim, a Democrat running against incumbent Congress member Haley Stevens. Ghanim is campaigning on issues including the war in Gaza, health care and immigration.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Jim Nardone and Allan Lengel talk about the NFL Draft, the upcoming presidential race and Pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses in a special edition of "Detroit in Black and White."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Debbie Kolacki, a retired teacher whose husband Ed died about five years ago from pancreatic cancer. Since then she's been involved with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and the Michigan PurpleStride walk which raises money for treatment and research. That event is Saturday, April 27 at the Troy Community Center.
The hosts also talk about Donald Trump whining about his trial; the Crumbley case and whether the Renaissance Center should be torn down.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Joel Sklar, Steve Fishman and Bill Seikaly; Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the latest between Iran and Israel; Will Trump have a meltdown? Will he testify?; Michigan AG Dana essel charges ex-House Speaker Lee Chatfield with theft and corruption; GM's move to the Hudson's Detroit development, what's that about? Leaked New York Times memo directs reporters to avoid list of words in Gaza coverage; and the many Schmucks of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guests:
- Kayla DeSnyder, who is homeschooling her special needs child and advocating for more rights for special needs students.
- Detroiter James Castonguay, a UCLA graduate who talks about the impact of the OJ and Rodney King cases in Los Angeles when he lived there.
- Travis Wilson II, an entrepreneur, builder and government contractor who is paving the way for people to launch and grow busineses. His Detroit-based company is Clear Path 8.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: OJ Simpson and his impact on America and race; Donald Trump and Kari Lake go ambiguous on abortion stance; Could Trump get a hung jury in New York? Was the Crumbley parents' sentence appropriate and did the judge bow to public pressure? Arizona Supreme Court Holds 1864 Near-Total Ban on Abortion Enforceable; Requiem for a Curmudgeon: Reflections on the end of Curb Your Enthusiasm; Schmuck of the Week.
In a special Thursday edition of "Detroit in Black and White," hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk with Reggie Reg Davis, a former Detroit radio personality and ex-Wayne County Commissioner who is working on ways to fight youth violence in the city. Davis lost his 19-year-old brother years ago to gun violence.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to Kristina Karamo, who was recently removed as chair of the Michigan Republican Party.
Karamo says top Republican lawmakers refused to talk to her after becoming the chair, alleging that they were corrupt.
She also says:
- Michigan has a flawed election system that needs fixing.
- She wasn't happy when Donald Trump didn't endorse her for party chair.
- Joe Biden was not legitimately elected.
- She hopes to get the chair position back.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Jim Nardone and Allan Lengel talk with Adam Hollier, Democratic candidate for the 13th Congressional District, who argues that Democratic incumbent Congressman Shri Thanedar spends more of his budget on mailings, robocalls and billboards than on staff to serve constituents.
Hollier, who appeared Thursday on the videocast/podcast of "Detroit in Black and White" (see show below), says most Michigan Congress members have a staff of 20 or so to serve constituents, but Thanedar only has a few dedicated to constituent services.
He accuses Thanedar of being more committed to getting re-elected and spending money promoting himself than on doing his job.
Thanedar responded Friday afternoon via email:
"Our office is typically staffed with 20 team members including 11 full-time staff, 1 part-time staff, 6 interns and 2 fellows. This staffing level has allowed us to address over 1400 constituent cases with 88% completion rate, and a response time of 24 to 48 hours.
"On the legislative front, 17 bills were sponsored in the first 15 months, two of which passed in the house and one signed by President Biden into law, over 300 bills co-sponsored, and we communicated to over hundred thousand constituents on a regular basis.
"Additionally, following the 2020 redistricting in Michigan, (My) current district now includes areas previously served by Brenda Lawrence (40%), Debbie Dingell (26%), and Rashida Tlaib (34%). This restructuring led to considerable confusion among constituents, both within and outside our new boundaries. As a result, my office received calls from constituents of neighboring congresswomen and vice versa. To address this, we significantly ramped up our outreach efforts through various media. Which resulted in a quadrupling of constituent calls from January 2023 to January 2024."
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Is it time for a judge to put Trump in jail for violating gag rule? Florida Supreme Court Okays six-week abortion ban, but allows voters final say in November; The truth About Truth Social: big valuation; Israeli strikes kill food aid relief workers; Michigan to lift nation's only ban on paid surrogacy agreements; Israeli parliament seeks to shut down Al Jazeera reporting in Israel; Saying goodbye to John Sinclair: Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison and former state Sen. Marshall Bullock about anti-crime initiatives; Dr. Jonella Mongo, an educator who talks about books for children including some on Michelle Obama; Congressional candidate Carl Marlinga and Itasha Dotson, owner of Dream Alerts Convenience Store on Gratiot in Detroit.
Hosts Nancy Derringer talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, lawyers Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: NBC dumps Ronna McDaniel; Poll shows Biden might be improving in swing states; Bridge collapse after ship collision in Baltimore Harbor; Detroit's lame public transportation; State forgives $3.5M loan for Detroit's QLine; Gets ad rights on streetcars in exchange; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with public relations specialist Karen Dumas about working in the Kwame Kilpatrick and Dave Bing administrations and her thoughts on the Mike Duggan era.
They also talk with Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington, who is running for re-election this year, and LaRon Evans, executive director for Metro Youth YMCA and all the programs the program offers for youth including college tours for students.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump warns of bloodbaths; Pence not endorsing Trump; The Donald can’t get surety companies to back his bond in NY; Upcoming vacancy on Michigan Supreme Court as David Viviano won’t seek reelection; Trump suing ABC; Pro-Trump Attorney arrested after thousands of “confidential” Dominion emails released; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with special guests, Republican Alexandria Taylor who is running for U.S. Senate; Gregory Miles, author of the new book on his father titled "Big Frank," and Marty Drouillard, who is leading a recall effort against Taylor Councilman Charlie Johnson.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, public relations specialist David Rudolph, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Georgia judge's rulings involving the Trump case and prosecutor Fani Willis; Trump endorses Mike Rogers for Senate; Sen. Schumer attacks Netanyahu; James Crumbley's conviction and what it means for America; Mitch Albom and 9 others rescued from Haiti; the passing of Detroit Chef Maxcel Hardy; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Joan Merriewether, a former Detroit Police officer and sheriff's deputy, who is running to unseat incumbent Wayne County Sheriff Raphael Washington. Merriewether broke ground in her career, becoming the first female helicopter pilot for Detroit Police and the first African American female helicopter for law enforcement in the nation.
The group also talks with Eric Brown, a literacy advocate, about the challenges of fighting illiteracy.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Joel Sklar, Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman, community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Regular host Saeed Khan is on the road)
They talk about: Biden delivers State of the Union address; Super Tuesday: Results and analysis; SCOTUS decides on Colorado Trump ballot case; Biden approves aid air drop to Gaza; James Crumbley trial: Lawyer tells jury she'll call Crumbley as a witness; Mistake? Caitlin Clark passes Pete Maravich for All-Time NCAA Basketball scorer: Let the Debate Begin; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with former state Rep. Leslie Love and fitness guru Leslie Ann Prater of Traning Wheels Detroit.
Love talks about the upcoming U.S. Senate race and her days as a comedian working with Cedric the Entertainer. Prater talks about the importance of working out and what she's doing to promote physical fitness.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, lawyers Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, pollster Ed Sarpolus, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Michigan primary results: Takeaways and trends; The latest in the Israel-Hamas battle; Passing of Richard Lewis; RNC draft resolution to block organization paying Trump legal bills; SCOTUS to hear Trump immunity case; Measles are back in Oakland County after five-year hiatus and Schmuck of the Week.
Editor's Note: Due to technical issues the podcast does not start until the 31 second mark.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with former Detroit City Council Saunteel Jenkins, who is CEO of The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) and Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison.
Jenkins talks about Donald Trump's offensive comment about Black people on Friday night in South Carolina and about THAW and the people around the state the agency is helping stay warm this winter.
Bettison weighs in on crime, guns and the city's preparation for the NFL draft in April.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Russian dissident Alexei Navalny dies in prison; FBI informant at center of Biden Impeachment case admits to Russian spy ties; Trump struggles to find money to pay N.Y. fraud case penalty; Was Matty Moroun's train station plans similar to what Ford executed? Alabama Supreme Court holds frozen embryos are people; Lawyers for James Crumbley worry about a fair trial; Arizona AG refuses to extradite murder suspect to New York, claiming DA is soft on crime; and Schmuck of the Week.
Wayne County Executive Warren Evans said Saturday that he's considering a run for mayor of Detroit and will make up his mind in a couple months.
Evans, who has been the county executive since 2015, also talked about the new criminal justice complex at I-75 and Warren Avenue that has a 2,280-bed jail, a criminal courthouse and a juvenile facility. He said he expects to get the keys to the facility in about 30 days and then prepare to move inmates in.
Evans made his remarks during his appearance on the weekly videocast/podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," with co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel.
The hosts also talk with Republican consultant and strategist Jason Roe, who discusses Kristina Karamo's controversial reign over the Michigan GOP.
Host Saeed Khan talks with lawyers Joel Sklar, Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman, and Adolph Mongo, host of the weekly podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They' talk about: Trump's appeal to SCOTUS for presidential immunity; Trump suggests Russia should attack NATO countries that don’t Pay their Bills; The DA case for disqualification in Georgia; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Detroit mayoral candidate Joel Haashiim.
Co-host Eric Brown joins the show to talk politics.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Bill Seikaly, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Jennifer Crumbley and predict her sentence; What's next after Court of Appeals denies Trump presidential immunity claim; The report card on Joe Biden's response to special counsel report; House flubs impeachment of Homeland Secretary Mayorkas; Senate Immigration bill DOA in House: What’s Next; RNC chair Ronna McDaniel to leave; Wall Street Journal Op-Ed claims Dearborn is “America’s Jihad Capital”; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with podcaster Jo-Ann King, a retired Detroit school teacher and host of the podcast "Detroit Jo," who recounts her bad experience being treated at Sinai-Grace Hospital in Detroit.
Her conclusion: "Don't go to Sinai...close the bitch down."
Plus, Detroit Police Chief James White talks about a host of issues including deadly fentanyl, Project Green Light, plans to get more officers, a decline in murders and carjackings and how he differs with the previous chief, James Craig, on citzens buying guns.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Mike Rataj, Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
The trio of veteran attorneys talk about Jennifer Crumbley's testimony and predict there will be a hung jury because of some sympathy among jurors. They also question why the case wasn't just pleaded out.
They also talk about Taylor Swift and the MAGA's concern about her; Tech bigwigs face Senate Committee on social media’s Impact on youth: New Role for Kid Rock as Donald Trump's policy advisor? Elmo asks a simple question and opens up a can of worms; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Jim Nardone talk with Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison.
Bettiison, who is wearing his Detroit Lions hat, talks about a host of topics including his "outrage" over ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith, who trashed Detroit after the win over Tampa Bay, saying, “You go to the outskirts of the Detroit area, it looks like a damn desert town. I’m sitting here wondering how people make money. I’m looking at it and what is going on in that city?"
The group also talks about the expansion of the People Mover and Sen. Tim Scott gushing over Donald Trump.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
The lawyers on our panel discuss how wise it is to let Jennifer Crumbley testify at her own trial; the New Hampshire Primary and what it means; Florida Legislator proposes that the State subsidize Trump's Defense Fund; Crumbley’s mother Wants son to testify at her trial; Oklahoma proposes sweeping anti-porn bill; Lions Get Ready for the NFC Championship Game; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Christine Beatty, Kwame Kilpatrick's former chief of staff, about her return to Detroit and her new start in life after her big fall from grace years earlier.
They also talk to Mark Craighead, who was wrongfully convicted of a murder and served time, and his lawyer Russell Ainsworth.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein on the challenges of being a blind judge, wrongful convictions and expungements.
Host Saeed Khan talks with lawyers Bill Seikaly, Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Michigan's Jim Harbaugh possibly rejoining the NFL; Michigan Senate hopeful Mike Rogers endorses Trump; Trump argues for presidential immunity; Nikki Haley target of Trump birther redux; Hunter Biden shows Up to Congress; More trouble for Boeing 737-Max: Door Blows Out Midair; Schmuck of the Week.
Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit talks with DetroitLions.com writer Mike O'Hara and sports aficionado Marty Greenberg about Matt Stafford, Jared Goff and the season. They also offer their predictions on Sunday's game between the Lions and the Rams at Ford Field.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about: Is the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission Unfair to Black Judges? Will redistricting hurt Democrats?
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Skar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay; Israel kills Hamas leader in Beirut; Is war with Hezbollah inevitable? South Africa files genocide complaint against Israel at International Court of Justice; Former Michigan House staffers plead not guilty to embezzlement charges; Ahead of trial, Jennifer Crumbley tries to limit witness list; Michigan beats ‘Bama to Play for the National Championship and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Is Ronna Romney McDaniel in trouble for the Wayne County phone call with Trump? Trump booted from ballot in some states, but not Michigan; Trump dinner guest Nick Fuentes calls for death of non-Christians'; First Rudy, now Kari: Defamation case against former Arizona gubenatorial candidate Lake Goes Ahead; Nikki Haley's goof on a Civil War question; Robot attacks Tesla engineer; Lions and the Pistons; Biggest stories of 2023; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the big stories in 2023 and the spillover in 2024 like the U.S. Senate and presidential race and the Middle East war. They also talk about who might run for Detroit mayor in 2025.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guest Eric Brown, a literacy advocated, about getting parents more involved in their children's education.
Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Frank Szymanski talks about alternative treatment for juveniles including meditation.
"This should be the first treatment option we turn to, not the last," he says of meditating.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, retired Detroit homicide detective and Hollywood consultant Ira Todd, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Colorado Supreme Court keeping Trump off the ballot; Trump well ahead in polls, but Nikki Haley catches DeSantis; Georgia Judge grants plaintiff request for expedited payment in Giuliani case; The latest on Israel-Hamas war and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman, labor activist Barb Ingalls, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Gaza crisis expands: Israel moving toward the South; Four: Top GOP candidates spar in latest debate; Liz to the Rescue: Cheney ponders third party run for presidency; Pushback for 2024: Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Mark Craighead who was wrongfully convicted of a 1997 murder in Detroit. He's free and tells his story.
The crew also talks with former Macomb County prosecutor and judge Carl Marlinga, a Democrat, who is trying for a second time to unseat Republican Congressman John James in the 10th Congressional District.
Last time, the Democratic Party made little effort to win that Macomb seat. Marlinga says this time it's different.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Jim Nardone, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown talk with Detroit's Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison about the city and the latest projections on the demolition program.
They also talk to attorney Robert Brown, former student manager for the University of Michigan football and hockey teams, who addresses the school's scandals.
Host Saeed Khan talks with author and longtime Detroit radio personality Peter Werbe, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the death of King Henry Kissinger; media coverage of Gaza; Congress votes to boot George Santos; Pence spills the beans to Jack Smith on pre-Jan. 6 conversations in White House: Another candidate claims AIPAC offered him $20 Million to leave Senate race and challenge Rashida Tlaib; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with TV crime reporter Chris Hansen about his crime show streaming on TruBlu TV. Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick talks about why he thinks ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is the same old Kwame Kilpatrick, who can't be trusted.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Joel Sklar, Bill Seikaly and Steve Fishman; Adolph Mongo, host of the podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Ceasefire in Gaza. for now; Hollywood stars comments on the Gaza War and consequences; Putin hints at end of war in Ukraine? House speaker makes trip to Mar-a-Lago; Will it be Haley? Former SC governor making a move for GOP nomination; Argentina elects a Trumpian; Mother and daughter sue former Grosse Pointe neighbor Over KKK flag display; One on One: Daryl Hall gets TRO Against John Oates; Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown talk about Democratic politics and Black voters in Michigan. They also talk with Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree about taxes and how people can save their homes.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Regular host Saeed Khan is on the road.)
They talk about the brutal Israel-Hamas war and what comes next; Trump stays on the ballot in Michigan; The Supreme Court adopts code of conduct; Has this Oklahoma senator lost his mind? U-M Coach Jim Harbaugh gives up the fight; how big a deal is this sign stealing? Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, former Channel 7 investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Blinken in the Middle East: Shuttle kiplomacy over Gaza; Rashida Tlaib censured by House; Pete Meijer running for Senate; Dem strategist Axelrod calls for Biden to drop out of 2024 race; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with actor Harper Hill, who tells them why he's running for U.S. senate, and about the Democratic Party's push to back his opponent in the primary.
Hill, a Detroit resident, is best known for his roles as Dr. Sheldon Hawkes in CSI: NY, Agent Spelman Boyle in Limitless, and Dr. Marcus Andrews in The Good Doctor. He earned a law degree from Harvard and owns the Roasting Plant Coffee shop in downtown Detroit.
They also talk to Toinu Reeves, a Ph.D candidate in economics at the University of Michigan, about a proposed land tax that could end up costing people more money, not less as some claim.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk about politics and the Middle East and whether some of our Washington representatives are doing enough for constituents. They also talk about ex-Detroit Lion Lem Barney and caregiving for parents.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to Congressional candidate Adam Hollier and Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison.
Hollier hopes the primary field is less crowded this time around. Last time, too many Black candidates paved a path for Shri Thanedar to win. Bettison talks about Halloween and places kids can get candy including police precincts, fire stations and city recreation centers.
They also talk to Theresa Rich, a Democrat running for mayor of Farmington Hills.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Israeli ground troops roll into Gaza; the human toll. More guilty pleas in Trump's Georgia case; The House gets a Maga speaker; Detroit synagogue President Samantha Woll murdered; The latest in the UAW strike; Charlie LeDuff fired from the Detroit News for the C word. Schmuck of the Week
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with former state Rep. Cynthia A. Johnson about proposed state legislation that would allow Michigan cities to tax the value of land separately from property.
Johnson opposes the bill, insisting it won't benefit residents.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Trump's attorneys in Georgia copping pleas and cooperating; Adam Hollier challenges Shri Thanedar in the 13th Congressional District; The battle in the Gaza; New poll shows American disillusionment with Democracy and believe violence acceptable and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk to 13-year-old author Damarius Summers, artist Dana Hanson, 16, Detroit Fire Chief James Harris and former Metro Detroiter Michael Papas, who is visiting Jerusalem with his Israeli wife.
Detroit author Damarius Summers wrote "I Miss You," a book about his great grandfather William Summers who died, and how painful his passing has been. Arist Dana Hanson, a student at Detroit School of Arts, talks about her art work. Chief Harris talks about some of the most common causes of house fires and Michael Papas tells us about life in Jerusalem as a war breaks out. A native of Hazel Park and a graduate of Michigan State University, Papas resides with his wife in Portland, Oregon.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Gaza, Hamas, Israel and the Benjamin Netanyahu government; The lost Republican House that can't find a speaker; A new poll that Donald Trump ahead of Joe Biden in Michigan but behind Gov. Gretchen Whitmer; New charges against Congressman George Santos; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Macomb County politician and former judge Carl Marlinga, who is running once again for Congress, and former state lawmaker Sherry Gay-Dagnogo.
Marlinga, a Democrat, lost in the 2022 race to Republican John James. He thinks he can unseat James this time and tells why.
Gay-Dagnogo talks about redistricting so Blacks can be better represented in state and national politics.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Bill Seikaly, Ira Todd, retired Detroit homicide investigator and Hollywood consultant; Jim Mcfarlin, former longtime Detroit News music and media critic and frequent contributor to the Metro Times and HOUR Detroit; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump goes to Court in New York; Baseball legend Miguel Cabrera finally retires; Did he play too long? McCarthy out as House Speaker; Former Trump chief of staff John Kelly goes on the record; How much longer can the UAW strike go on? Hunter Biden pleads not guilty; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Joel Sklar, Detroit in Black and White host Adolph Mongo, pollster Ed Sarpolus, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: New judge declare Trump's business fraudulent; ractices; UAW strike update: More closures; Biden and Trump visit Michigan; Michigan's GOP on Mackinac… Not your older brother’s Republican party; MSU terminates Mel Tucker contract after he responds through his attorneys; Dem talk of primarying Biden builds steam; after polls show POTUS in trouble; Menendez defiant: N.J. senator won’t resign despite federal indictments and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison, Anemashaun Bomani, co-chairman of of the Malcolm X Grassroots Movement-Detroit, and Jo Irby, legal professional and U.S.. Army veteran.
Irby is a veterans claim representative who assists veterans with filing claims for disabilities and compensation.
Bettison talks about Oct. 30 and why we no longer call it Devil's Night. And Bomani talks about the state of the city.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guests, Tammy Daniels, head of the Detroit Land Bank Authority, and Sid Bogan, who is on the MSU search committee for a new president.
Daniels gives an update on the Land Bank's inventory for homes and vacant lots. Bogan, a former deputy Detroit Police chief, is chief of safety, security and integrity for the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department. He talks about the search for a new president for Michigan State and campus safety in wake of the tragic shootings in February that resulted in the death of three students and the wounding of five.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Bill Seikaly, veteran automotive journalist Paul Eisenstein, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: House divided: Speaker Kevin McCarthy and his rebellious caucus as government shutdown looms; UAW strike and UAW's special treatment of Ford'; Former Trump associate tells prosecutors he instructed her to lie about documents;. MSU notifies Coach Mel Tucker of intent to terminate employment; PM Justin Trudeau accuses Indian government of assassination on Canadian soil; AG Merrick Garland faces hostile Republicans in committee; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with guests, Florida lawyer Richard Ryles, who fills us in on Gov. Ron DeSantis, and JeDonna Dinges, who is trying to get lawmakers to pass tougher hate crime legislation in Lansing after facing racial intimidation in Grosse Pointe Park.
They also talk about the UAW strike and the auto show, and suspended MSU football Coach Mel Tucker.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Kevin McCarthy calls for Biden impeachment Inquiry without a without a House vote; Trouble at MSU: Coach Mel Tucker suspended in latest scandal; Michael Flynn comes to Hamtramck, courting Muslims on the LGBTQ Issue; the historic UAW Strike, and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Nancy Derringer talks with guests, attorney Joel Sklar; Jim Mcfarlin, former Detroit News music and media critic, and a frequent contributor to the Metro Times and HOUR Detroit; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Musk vs the ADL: strange times, strange fight; the UAW and a possible strike; Trump's co-defendnats blame the Donald, but will it work? Trump throws son Eric under the bus; and the panel names their "Schmuck of the Week."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guests, Frank Wood, a whistle blower and former Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy, and Detroit Fire Department Chief for community relations James Harris.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guest Alia Harvey Quinn, a leader and the daughter of Black Panthers. Alia is the founder and Executive Director of FORCE Detroit, a community organization that is shedding light locally and nationwide on solutions to gun violence, with a primary focus on Community Violence Intervention.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with guest Alia Harvey Quinn, a bold leader and the daughter of Black Panthers. Alia is the founder and Executive Director of FORCE Detroit, a community organization that is shedding light locally and nationwide on solutions to gun violence, with a primary focus on Community Violence Intervention.
Host Allan Lengel talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, pollster Ed Sarpolus, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Cooked books, Not Cookbooks: N.Y. Attorney General claims Trump grossly exaggerated net worth in fraud case ; Tudor Dixon Tells Trump she should have pivoted in abortion issue (we have video); Georgia court grants default judgment against Giuliani in defamation case and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, labor and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the GOP Primary Debate Aftermath; Trump and Tucker: dialogue or diatribe over debate; Trump's OJ-like coverage of his Atlanta booking; Mar-a-Lago witness recants Testimony to implicates the boss; Rudy Giuliani, Sidney Powell and others Surrender to Fulton County Authorities; Wagner Group boss Prigozhin presumed dead in plane crash; Jim Harbaugh and U-M and the pre-emptive, self-imposed suspension, and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Metro Times investigative reporter Steve Neavling and pollster Ed Sarpolus.
Neavling talks about about a study that shows racial profiling by the Ferndale Police and how 910AM owner Kevin Adell used him to go after Novi officials.
Sarpolus talks about the presidential election and how Congressman John James is vulnerable in 2024.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Trump's Georgia indictment; Where’s Melania and the Kids? Silence from the Trump Family; Michigan accents and soda vs pop; UAW contract talks; St. Joseph County asks governor to remove sheriff after drunk driving crash; and Schmuck of the Week
Host Saeed Khan talks with lawyers, Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, retired Detroit homicide detective and Hollywood consultant Ira Todd, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: the Trump Jan. 6 Motion hearing; DA in Atlanta headed to grand jury next week; Ohio voters reject GOP effort to make amending Constitution tougher; Warren mayoral election proceeds despite Fouts lawsuit; Montgomery, Ala. melee: brawl at Alabama riverfront; Remembering Rodriguez: Farewell, Sugar Man; and Schmuck of the Week.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II has harsh words for the Snyder adminisration's treatment of Flint. He also hints about his future plans in politics.
Gilchrist made his remarks and talked about other issues in a previously recorded interview that was aired Saturday on "Detroit in Black and White."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and James Nardone also talk with Wayne State University Professor Saeed Khan about the issues facing Israel and the Palestinians.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former WXYZ reporter Jim Kiertzner, labor activist Barb Ingalls, pollster Ed Sarpolus, community activist and political consultant Anthony Bryant and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Trump Jan. 6 indictment; GOP tries to advance bribery allegations Involving POTUS and Hunter Biden; What's an appropriate sentence for mass shooter Ethan Crumbley? Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with radio personality Frankie Darcell about what's behind Florida's take on education about slavery and how Vice President Kamala Harris is going after him.
They also talk with Myles Wilson, 27 about young voters' attitudes about this upcoming election.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, public relations specialist David Rudolph, developer and former Michigan GOP co-chair Jeff Sakwa, community and labor activists Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Michigan's GOP Congressional delegation backing Trump; Trump's latest charges; Hunter Biden's crazy guilty plea; Giuliani admits to making defamatory statements in Georgia; Age and Mitch McConnell; The crazy Israeli politics; What sentence should Ethan Crumbley get? Jim Harbaugh faces suspension for recruiting violations at U-M; Death of Sinead O’Connor: And why Jim Harbaugh is "Schmuck of the Week."
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with attorney Terry Johnson, an African American supporter of the Republican Party.
Johnson defends ex-President Donald Trump's record. The panel also talks about Florida's new take on educating middle school students on the upside of slavery. Ex-Trenton Police Chief Jim Nardone talks about the homicide at the Wayne County Jail of a man imprisoned for drunk driving
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, community activist and political consultant Anthony Bryant and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Michigan Attorney General announces felony charges for 16 2020 GOP fake electors; Florida's crazy education on slavery; Michigan needs to try harder to retain young people; Will people get violent to protest Trump indictments? Trump and allies seek to Increase presidential power if he wins in 2024; Number of college students, especially low-income students and Black students, in Michigan has plummeted over the last decade; Israel tries to recover “National Treasure” Items from Mar-a-Lago; US Soldier detained at North Korea border; should we just leave him there? and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to literacy advocate Eric Brown and Keith Johnson, former president of the Detroit Federation of Teachers.
They talk about illiteracy and the issues facing Detroit schools.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, attorney Bill Seikaly, Michigan pollster Ed Sarpolus, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, Adolph Mongo, host of "Detroit in Black and White" podcast and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump team seeks indefinite postponement of Mar-a-Lago documents case; Trump endorsed by every Michigan GOP Congressperson; FBI Director Wray faced touch GOP question on the Hill; Detroit listed as second most stressed U.S. city and filling up your car in Detroit; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa White and Allan Lengel talk to ex-Detroit homicide investigator Ira Todd, Pollster Ed Sarpolus and Detroit real estate partners Michael Williams and Al Stone.
Todd talks about gun violence and an Emmy-award winning documentary, "Kiss the Babies," he and a group of others, including investigative reporter Charlie LeDuff, produced.
Sarpolus talks about the 2024 election and Cornel West's possible impact on Joe Biden. Real estate partners Wiliams and Stone talk about Detroit's Brightmoor neighborhood and some up coming events there.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Joel Sklar, automotive journalist Paul Eisenstein, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, community organizer and political consultant Anthony Bryant, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They discuss: Will young folks turn out to vote in 2024? Are they tired of picking the lesser of two evils? Cocaine found in West Wing of the White House; Gavin Newsom Being Touted as Potential ’24 primary challenger to Biden; By a Thread: Zuckerberg launches Twitter Rival: Surveillance Footage Shows Trump aide moving boxes at Mar-a-Lago days before DOJ visit; Japan Airlines launches new clothing rental service for international travelers and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with presidential candidate Cornel West and Clementine Barfield, founder of SOSAD (Safe Our Sons and Daughters).
West answers some questions including: Would it bother him his Green Party candidacy helped put Donald Trump back in office and if plans to campaign in Detroit?
Barfield talks about the shooting of her two sons in 1986 and how she began a movement to battle youth violence.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree and radio personality Frankie Darcell.
Darcell talks about her plans to produce a naional tour in 2024 for her play, "Conversations for Sistas Only." She also talks about the controversy with Anita Baker and "Babyface." Baker decided to remove Babyface from her "Songtress Tour" after his fans cyberbullied her because she was giving him limited time on stage.
Sabree talks about the Michigan Home Owners Assistance Fund to help taxpayers who are behind in their taxes. The fund will run out in three to six months.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guest, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, Jeff Sakwa, developer and former co-chair of the Michigan Republican Party, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. Veteran journalist Nancy Derringer is off this week.
They talk about the Hunter Biden plea agreement; Possible second Trump documents case in New Jersey; Trump's chances of winning Michigan; Lauren Boebert and Marjorie Taylor Greene square off; Titanic sightseeing submarine; Michigan House votes to ban child marriage; and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk to Wayne State University Board of Governor Dr. Michael Busuito and Luther Keith of ARISE Detroit!
Busuito says Wayne State is expected to soon announce a new president. He also talks about the most popular plastic surgeries he performs these days.
Keith talks about his agency's 17th annual Neighborhoods Day on Aug. 5 and how everyone can participate. He also talks about his gigs as a blues musician.
Host Allan Lengel chats with special guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, community/labor activist Barb Ingalls and Adolph Mongo, host of the Saturday morning podcast, "Detroit in Black and White."
They talk about Hamtramck's all-Muslim city council banning gay pride flags on city property, and the irony of a minority group that has been discriminated against for so long now doing the discriminating.
They also talk about Trump's latest arraignment; the latest presidential poll in Michigan; House committee proposes raising retirement age for social security benefits; Michigan Senate approves alcohol sales at football and basketball games; Illinois becomes first state to ban book banning; and Schmuck of the Week.
"Detroit in Black and White" host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone, talk with radio personality Frankie Darcell about her career, her years in Detroit and her interviews with presidents and her exclusive with Bill Cosby right after he got out of prison.
(There were a few technical difficulties during the broadcast)
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Joel Sklar, pollster Ed Sarpolus, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Trump's indictment and what it means; Mutiny on the Hill: Conservative lawmakers revolt against GOP leadership; Whitmer Launches PAC for potential future; Former FBI agent and Russia spy Robert Hanssen Dies in Prison; Saudi's merger of Golf leagues; : Whitmer signs distracted driving bill into law, and Schmuck of the Week.
Hosts Adolph Mongo, attorney Vanessa Moss and veteran journalist Allan Lengel talk with WDIV anchor/reporter Will Jones.
Jones returned to WDIV earlier this year after spending seven years working in Chicago. We talk to him about the media and the changes he's noticed in Detroit when returning.
Hosts Adolph Mongo and veteran journalist Allan Lengel and special co-host, ex-Trenton Police Chief Jim Nardone talk with John Beaudrie and Eric Negus from Victory Gym VHC, a nonprofit health club Downriver in Brownstown that caters to veterans and first responders.
They talk about all the club's offerings including sessions for those suffering from PTSD.
The hosts also talk to Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson and Dr. Pamela Pugh, president of the State Board of Education, who is running for U.S. Senate.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: MSU students sue professor for forcing them to fund liberal political group; Ron DeSantis's bumbled announcement on Twitter; Is Jack Smith going to slam Trump soon? Justice Roberts says ethics changes on the way; State official’s suggestion for Michigan officeholder pay hike shot down; Target pulls Pride collection items after threats to employees; Hindu “White Supremacist” with Nazi flag Crashes truck into White House barrier; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and veteran journalism Allan Lengel, talk with special guest Frank Miles Jr. about gun violence.
In 1993, Miles lost his son, Frank Miles III, 15 to gun violence. His son was walking to the bus stop to go to football practice at Redford High School when he was fatally shot.
"Worst day of my life."
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, former Detroit Free Press reporter and public relations specialist Darci McConnell and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Durham report; ex-worker Noelle Dunphy's allegations that Rudy Giuliani made crazy sexual requests including that she pleasure him while he was on important legal calls (we have video of her); Michigan and Canada announce EV corridor; Warren Mayor James Fouts on the outs: Supreme Court doesn’t block Illinois assault weapons ban; and Schmuck of the Week
Host Adolph Mongo and co-host, veteran journalist Allan Lengel, talk with Adolph's brother Larry Mongo about running a bar in downtown Detroit and the recent incident in which a man tossed a chair through the front window of his club, Cafe d'Mongo's Speakeasy on Griswold.
Also: Metro Times investigative reporter Steve Neavling talks about the environmental hazards that plague predominately Black neighborhoods in Detroit, and former deputy Detroit Fire Chief Reginald Amos talks about concerns about taxpayer expenditures..
Co-host Vanessa Moss returns next week.
Host Nancy Derringer talks with special guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist David Rudolph and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Donald Trump's sexual assault case; Trump's CNN show; George Santos faces fraud charges; Muskegon Memorial Day Parade bans county NAACP and Michigan Democratic Black Caucus for being “political”; “White Boy Rick” charged in Florida; Should Dems push Sen. Diane Feinstein to retire?
Adolph Mongo, host of the podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," and his co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and veteran journalist Allan Lengel, talk with Detroit mob expert Scott Burnstein, who is also an author and filmmaker.
Burnstein talks about Frank Sinatra's trips to Detroit and who he hung out with. He also talks about the Detroit mob today and about the relationship it had back in the day with Detroit's Black gangsters.
Tammy Daniels, head of the Detroit Land Bank Authority, also appears on the show.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, attorney Steve Fishman, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, Beverly Watts, president of BME Consulting and former director of the Wayne County Public Services Department, Adolph Mongo, host of "Detroit in Black and White," and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Tucker Carlson’s texts say it all; Justice Clarence Thomas and the shady Supreme Court; Shuttering San Francisco… Nordstrom closes downtown stores; others lock up merchandise; Hate graffiti on Royal Oak synagogue; Arson of mosques… America the Tolerant? Hamburgling the Kids…children working unpaid shifts at McDonald’s; Michigan ranked 41 out of 50 on Best States List and Schmuck of the Week.
Ex-Detroit Police Chief Isaiah "Ike" McKinnon says lifting the residency requirement for Detroit police has hurt the department.
"That literally killed us," McKinnon says during an interview Saturday on the videocast, "Detroit in Black and White," with host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel.
McKinnon, who was police chief from 1994-1998, was referring to officers who don't reside in the city, which he says has resulted in less ties and concern about Detroit and its neighborhoods.
In 1999, the state, under Gov. John Engler, enacted a law prohibiting residency requirements for police officers and other municipal employees.
McKinnon, 79, also expresses skepticism about a recently announced 12-point safety plan to address violence downtown, saying "it's not a new plan. They did it before, he said, acknowledging that it was not effective.
"I don't know how well this is going to work," he added.
And he also talks about the need for more parental responsiblity in the city to help curb crime and the racism he faced inside the department as a young officer.
The show also includes some snippets from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's oral history of Allan Lengel's mother, Miriam Lengel, who was a survivor of the Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II.
The group discusses the Holocaust and Black slavery.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorney Bill Seikaly, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon firings; The legend of Jerry Springer; Aer Lingus (what the heck is that?); Georgia DA to announce charges in election tampering case this summer; Clarence Thomas’s billionaire friend had business in front of SCOTUS; What’s happening in Ottawa County, Michigan? SCOTUS to hear Michigan case on whether government officials can block critics on social media; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and former Washington Post reporter Allan Lengel talk to Joe Robinson about his father, aka "Crazy Joe," who was linked to the notorious drug gang, Best Friends.
They also talk to Tony Chambers, a former Detroit lawyer who is a legal analyst and consultant in Florida.
Host Nancy Derringer speaks with attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, pollster Ed Sarpolus and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. Regular host Saeed Khan returns next week.
They talk about Fox News' big settlement and the impact on journalism; Pillow Guy Mike Lindell, Gov. Ron DeSantis's chances in 2024; the Supreme Court and the abortion pill; Trump's endorsements; crazy shootings in the U.S. and Schmuck of the Week.
Adolph Mongo, host of "Detroit in Black and White," talks with co-hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel.
Guests include:
►Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, who talks about nepotism at Detroit city hall including Councilman Coleman A. Young II, who hired his mother as chief of staff. Elrick also hints about a bombshell column he has coming Sunday on well-known attorney Geoffrey Fieger.
►Author and former Detroit News reporter Denise Crittendon who has written a Black sci-fi book titled "Where It Rains in Color." (Available at local bookstores and Amazon)
►Former Trenton Police Chief Jim Nardone, who weighs in on gun violence.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, attorney Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about former Attorney General Bill Barr's assertion that DOJ may have the goods on Trump in document case; ex-police Chief James Craig mulls Senate run; Dominion lawsuit: Judge sanctions Fox News for possible suppression of evidence; RFK Jr. announces he'll run against Biden (Aaron Rodgers endorses him); Manhattan DA sues Jim Jordan over Trump case interference; Journalist charged with espionage in Russia, while Michigan man still serving 16 year sentence; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and former Washington Post reporter and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel, talk with former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, DeLonda Little, who last month was the first woman to officiate a boys state championship basketball game since 1995, and Detroit area basketball Coach Marvin Essix.
Perkins talks about retirement and whether he misses his high-profile job. He also shares his thoughts on the state of TV news today.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Steve Fishman, former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta, consultant Beverly Watts, former director of Wayne County Public Services Department, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the validity of Donald Trump's New York indictment; the Wisconsin Supreme Court election and its impact on the Badger State and Beyond; Nepotism in Detroit's city hall; NCAA Women’s final: Double Standards to trash talking? And Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts attorney Vanessa Moss and former Washington Post reporter and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel talk with special guests, Richard Wershe Jr., aka "White Boy Rick," political consultant Jason Roe, former D.C. U.S. Attorney Roscoe Howard, who discusses the Trump investigations, and Chief Financial Officer at Detroit Land Bank Authority, Reginald Scott.
Host Saeed Khan talks to special guests, attorney Bill Seikaly, former WXYZ reporter Jim Kiertzner,, Adolph Mongo, host of the podcast "Detroit in Black and White," veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Detroit City Council vote on District Detroit and the Ilitch group's past of failing to live up to its end of the bargain with taxpayers; the Trump Circus and his indictment, and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and former Washington Post reporter and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel, talk with media personality Charlie LeDuff, Detroit Chef Maxcel Hardy and Florida attorney Richard Ryles.The chef cooks up some awesome grits and shrimp and talks about all his ventures in town.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorney Steve Fishman, former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta, Adolph Mongo, host of "Detroit in Black and White," veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Trump's possible indictments; “The Devil Made Me Do it Defense”… Michigan man blames Trump for Jan. 6 involvement; a court rules that the Crumbley parents should stand trial; Appeals Court orders Trump lawyer to testify in classified docs case; Ron DeSantis is losing ground despite Trump's woes; Disney hosts LGBTQ+ Conference in Orlando; Kristina Karamo, the GOP, gun reform and the Holocaust, and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Venessa Moss and veteran journalist Allan Lengel talk with guests:
►Michael James, former reporter for the Detroit News, New York Daily News and ex-head writer for the Stephen A. Smith Show on ESPN, who returns for a second appearance to discuss his book on controversial Techno music figure Derrick May. May issued a statement to the podcast denying allegations raised by James about sexual assaults and fraud.
►Keith Johnson, the former president of the Detroit Teachers Federation, talks about the Detroit's public schools' decision to reject an offer by someone to buy vacant Cooley High School.
►Retired Michigan FBI agent Greg Stejskal talks about the FBI and politics and the agents who have bought into Trump's falsehoods.
►Dr. Cynthera McNeill, assistant professor of gerontology at Wayne State's College of Nursing, discusses health care in the city and educating residents on topics like nutrition.
Host Nancy Derringer chats with special guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, Adolph Mongo, host of the podcast "Detroit in Black and White," and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about state lawmakers killing Michigan's Right to Work Law; Silicon Valley Bank and holding bankers criminally responsible; Russian fighter collides with U.S. drone; GOP ambivalence about supporting Ukraine; Protests in Israel spill over into the military; and Schmuck of the Week.
Adolph Mongo, host of the new podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," chats with co-hosts Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel, and special guests, Michael James and Detroit Land Bank Authority Tammy Daniels.
James is a former reporter for the Detroit News and New York Daily News and the former head writer for the Stephen A. Smith Show on ESPN. He publishes a blog, "The Tribe Sports."
The group weighs in on the Chris Rock Netflix special. James also talks about a book he's working about controversial techno music figure Derrick May and allegations of sexual assault. He also talks about the history of techno music in relation to May.
The video below has been abbreviated because of recording glitches that were experienced on the first day in their new podcast studio.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, attorneys Todd Perkins and Tiffany Ellis, former WXYZ reporter Jim Kiertzner, Adolph Mongo, host of the new podcast, "Detroit in Black and White," and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Chris Rock finally responds; Trump at CPAC: Is it still his party?; Duggan’s State of the City address: key takeaways; Tucker Carlson and the Jan 6. tapes: bending the narrative; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Adolph Mongo and co-hosts, attorney Vanessa Moss and veteran journalist Allan Lengel talk with guests, Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree, Detroit
Ombudsman Bruce Simpson, Eric Brown, who campaigns against illiteracy, and retired Detroit homicide detective Ira Todd, who consults for Hollywood.
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guests, WDIV anchor Devin Scillian, attorney Steve Fishman, pr specialist and former Duggan chief of staff Alexis Wiley, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about: Slotkin for Senate, talk of limiting social media access for kids, Murdoch admits under oath that Fox hosts endorsed the Big Lie; DeSantis takes over the mouse; AG Garland goes to the Hill; DTE and Michigan weather and Schmuck of the Week.
Adolph Mongo, host of "Detroit in Black and White," talks with co-hosts, attorney and political consultant Vanessa Moss and Deadline Detroit co-founder and former Washington Post reporter Allan Lengel.
They talk about why Mongo, who had a show on 910 AM for seven years, was booted off the station without notice last Saturday, a minute after the show ended. They also talk about Kristina Karamo, the new head of the Michigan Republican Party, and opportunities in the Black community in Detroit to get training and great-paying jobs in the aviation industry.
The show will continue as a podcast every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. The show can be seen live on, Detroit in Black and White's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorney Joel Sklar, Adolph Mongo, the host of the new podcast "Detroit in Black and White," veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Kristina Karamo heading up the Michigan GOP; Ron DeSantis up by five over Trump in Michigan; Could chatty Georgia grand jury foreperson hurt Trump case? Special counsel subpoenas Ivanka and Jared in Jan. 6 probe; Former Arizona AG withheld report showing no fraud in 2020 election; Texas state rep Introduces Bill banning voting sites on college campuses; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorney Mike Rataj, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, public relations specialist David Rudolph, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the MSU shooting (M.L. Elrick is live from East Lansing); UFO shoot-down over Lake Huron; Nikki Haley announces presidential run and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorney Steve Fishman, retired Detroit Homicide detective Ira Todd, pollster Ed Sarpolus, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Biden speech and 2024; What does police reform look like? The Chinese balloon; Michigan GOP lawmakers lead anti-vax protest at Pfizer HQ; the politics behind Whitmer's “Inflation Relief Checks;" and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Nancy Derringer chats with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joe Sklar, Focus:HOPE director Portia Roberson and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Memphis Police Department's 'Scorpion Unit,' who will replace Sen. Debbie Stabenow? The crazy Republican House, Tom Brady's retirement and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan chats with guests, attorney Steve Fishman, 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about 2024 and Whitmer: Trump endorses Matt DePerno for Michigan GOP chair; Meta lets Trump back on; More classified docs at chez Biden… and now, casa Pence as well; Whitmer's state of the state; Ron DeSantis cancels AP African American studies in Florida and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Charlie LeDuff, veteran investigative reporter and host of the "No BS News Hour," ex-federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta who prosecuted Kwame Kilpatrick and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Ilitch group's latest proposed project and the cost to taxpayers; Biden's document fallout; How ugly with debt battle get? Trump v DeSantis: The first polls are out; Failed New Mexico candidate's plot to shoot at Democrats’ homes; and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pr specialist and former Duggan Chief of Staff Alexis Wiley, Jeff Timmer, former chair of the Michigan Republican Party, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Biden's classified document mess; GOP's Rules Committee and key changes; Hamtramck City Council okays animal sacrifice; Citizens Unite: What Trump may do if he doesn't get nomination; Ottawa County community members band together to resist new county commissioners; Michigan's likely GOP chair; and Schmuck of the Week
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Tiffany Ellis, 910 AM host Adolph Mongo, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about who will replace Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who is not running for re-election; the Kevin McCarthy mess; new laws in Lansing go into effect; Ottawa County has taken a hard right and the AG is investigating, and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorney Steve Fishman, automotive writer Paul Eisenstein, editor and publisher of The Detroit Bureau, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Southwest Airlines' problems, Elon Musk in 2023; Congressman-elect George Santos comes clean-ish; What is Kwame Kilpatrick really asking for? Meadows the Pyromaniac? former chief of staff allegedly burned Docs in White House; Whitmer kidnap plotter sentenced to 16 years in prison; Predictions for 2023 and Schmuck of Week.
(Elon Musk photo on cover by JD Lasica)
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Mike Rataj, 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Jan. 6 committee's criminal referrals, how Michigan GOP Co-Chair Meshawn Maddock helped Democrats in Michigan in 2022; Zelensky comes to Washington; Musk, Tesla and Twitter and Schmuck of the Week.
Host Nancy Derringer chats with guests, Detroit Free Press columnist M.L. Elrick, 910 AM host Adolph Mongo, attorney Steve Fishman and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Regular host Saeed Khan is traveling)
They talk about the Donald Trump collectables; whether the Crumbley parents should still be behind bars; the crazy border; big donors at MSU and UM and nominees for Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan chats with retired Detroit homicide detective Ira Todd, his son Brian Todd, a web editor at the Detroit Free Press, attorney Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Donald Trump's love of battling the DOJ; Whitmer appoints first Black woman to the Michigan Supreme Court; the World Cup in Qatar; Musk reinstates twitter pariahs; MSU players face criminal charge in UM beating; Are the Lions for real? And nominees for Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, public relations specialist David Rudolph and veteran journalist Nancy Derringer.
They weigh in on the controversial Dave Chappelle monologue and Blacks and Jews, Donald Trump's new bid for president, his VP pick, Ron DeSantis and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist Greg Bowens, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Dems overperforming, how the they blew knocking out John James, Biden's future, the Trump factor in the election and more.
Tom O’Connor, who worked 23 years in the FBI’s Washington Field Office, specializing in domestic terrorism and extremist groups, addresses talk of a U.S. civil war, whether we’ll see more politically-motivated violence like Jan. 6, attempts to demonize the bureau and election deniers.
O’Connor talks with ticklethewire.com Editor Allan Lengel, who is also co-founder of Deadline Detroit.
Host Saeed Khan speaks with attorney Steve Fishman, 910 AM host Adolph Mongo, journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Biden’s speech on Democracy, the UM-MSU fight; Trump lawyers banked on Clarence Thomas overturning the election; DOJ to give limited immunity to Trump loyalist Kash Patel; Elon Musk and Twitter and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Special host Nancy Derringer talks with attorney Mike Rataj, Detroit Free Press columnist M.L. Elrick, Luther Keith, executive director of ARISE Detroit! and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Whitmer/Dixon debate and the one in Pennsylvania and whether they'll impact the elections; Did the prosecutor in the Crumbley parents' case play dirty? More Convictions in the Whitmer Kidnapping Plot and the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorney Tiffany Ellis, 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about Trump signing a false court document; Michigan's key races tighten; the Dems always take Detroit for granted; the impact of newspaper endorsements and the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks to attorney Steve Fishman, former state GOP co-chair Jeff Sakwa, music writer and author Susan Whitall, public relations specialist Greg Bowens and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Whitmer-Dixon debate, the damaging Jan. 6 hearing on Thursday, Kanye West's anti-Semitism, the latest on the Crumbleys, book bans in Dearborn and the many nominees for Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan talks with former Duggan chief of staff Alexis Wiley, public relations specialist Greg Bowens, pollster Ed Sarpolus and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Regular Nancy Derringer continues to travel)
They talk about Republican leaders' blind support for Herschel Walker, the biker commercial Tudor Dixon loves, the upcoming test for the U.S. Supreme Court, Trump's effort to get the Supremes to intervene in his document case, the messed up Flint water case and the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Tiffany Ellis and Joel Sklar, and 910 AM host Adolph Mongo and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.
They weigh in on Trump's investigation; criminal attorney Steve Fishman talks about whether Trump would actually go to a real prison if convicted; Mitch McConnell's support of the electoral count act; the Dearborn libraries and calls to ban books and the many nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Allan Lengel chats with Charlie LeDuff, host of The No BS News Hour, Detroit Free Press columnist M.L. Elrick; attorneys Tiffany Ellis and Bill Seikaly and public relations specialist Greg Bowens.
They talk about the influence of abortion and Trump on this year's races, Trump's mounting legal woes, the Democrats big leads in the polls in Michigan and Ken Burn's documentary on PBS on the U.S. and the Holocaust.
Charlie LeDuff also gives us an update on Lafayette Coney Island and explains why American Coney hasn't faced similar problems.
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, 910 AM host Adolph Mongo, political pollster Ed Sarpolus, attorney Joel Sklar and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about Sen. Lindsey Graham's National Abortion Ban, MI GOP's Meshawn Maddock and the Homophobic Tweet, the death of Ken Starr; MSU President on the Ropes and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Nancy Derringer talks with attorney Steve Fishman, former Duggan chief of staff Alexis Wiley, Portia Roberson, CEO of Focus: HOPE and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel. (Our regular host Saeed Khan is traveling this week)
They talk about the Queen, Trump and the special master; Steve Bannon indicted in New York, Michigan Supreme Court rules to put abortion issue on ballot and and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Nancy Derringer chats with Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens, attorney Tiffany Ellis, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick and Deadline Detroit staffer Allan Lengel.
The panelist debate the wisdom of President Biden going after the MAGA Republicans and talk about the ongoing drama involving the Mar-a-Lago raid, the death of Gorbachev and his 1998 Pizza Hut commercial, and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week.
Host Saeed Khan chats with guests, attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about the Mar-A-Lago raid, Biden's student debt relief, Tudor Dixon's running mate and the weekend GOP convention in Lansing, Detroit’s death slide on Belle Isle Makes International News and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorney Michael Bullotta, a former federal prosecutor in the Kwame Kilpatrick case, Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They'll talk about Liz Cheney's defeat, Giuliani in Georgia and could Betsy DeVos' Cooperation Hurt Tudor Dixon? Also, let's not forget, the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," chats with attorneys Todd Perkins and Steve Fishman, Detroit Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They speculate on what ex-President Donald Trump was up to with the secret documents at Mar-a-Lago, Trump being attacked from all angles and the many nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," chats with attorney Tiffany Ellis, Jeff Sakwa, former co-chair of the Michigan Republican Party, 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about why Black candidates keep losing in Detroit's 13th Congressional District, the Kansas abortion vote, Pelosi's Taiwan trip, the CIA assassination of Al-Zawahiri in Kabul, Georgia declares that embryos can be listed as tax dependents and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan chats with attorney Bill Seikaly, former Duggan chief of staff Alexis Wiley, Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens and Deadline staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about the DOJ's investigation into Trump, the feds go after Kwame's fundraising accounts, winners in 2022 and 2024, Jim Harbaugh offers to take care of his players' unplanned babies and the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," chats with attorney Steve Fishman, Detroit Free Press columnist M.L. Elrick, 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about the weak GOP contenders for governor, the Jan. 6 hearings' impact on a possible Trump indictment, AIPAC's influence in the Levin-Stevens Congressional race, the Secret Service text scandal and the many nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," talks with attorney Joel Sklar, Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley's promotion of Trump's big election lie in Michigan, the Jan. 6 hearings and Trump's chances of getting indicted, the "random" IRS audits of former FBI Director James Comey and his deputy director, Biden's visit to Saudi Arabia and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," chats with attorneys Steve Fishman and Vanessa Moss, Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about Marjorie Taylor Greene's ridiculous take on gun violence, the trashing of public schools, a Nazi saluter's frivolous suit against this news site, the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the hot race between U.S. Reps. Andy Levin and Haley Stevens and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
In one of the busiest courts in the nation, Detroit 36th District Judge Kenneth is disturbed at what he sees: More heartless violent crimes, particularly against children, committed by people with mental health issues.
"I firmly believe a lot of emotionally imparied children that are becoming emotionally impaired adults are committing these crimes," King, who presides over the criminal docket, tells Deadline Detroit in the second of a two-part June interview. "And that might explain this coldness that I'm seeing now. Because they have no attachment to anything, they have no feeling, they have no love in their hearts."
He also sees a trend in which "defendants are getting younger and younger."
Detroit News columnist Lynn Henning says it's no coincidence that the Detroit Tigers are winning more lately with the arrival of rookie Riley Greene.
In an interview with Deadline Detroit, Henning is asked about a comparison between Greene and Tiger great Al Kaline; which reliever the team should trade before the deadline; whether General Manager Al Avila will get fired after the season; will Manager A.J. Hinch stick around and Miguel Cabrera's attitude this year.
Nancy Derringer, host of "The Week That Was," talks with former Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Bullotta, who prosecuted Kwame Kilpatrick, ex-Duggan mayoral Chief of Staff Alexis Wiley, attorney Todd Perkins and Deadline Detroit's Allan Lengel
They consider whether Donald Trump should get indicted, the 6-3 Supreme Court divisions and Clarence Thomas, whether the feds can go after money ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick raises for his new baby, the troubled Flint water case, the shaky GOP field for governor and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Deadline Detroit editor Allan Lengel talks to Martin Weil, a former colleague at the Washington Post, about Watergate on the 50th anniversary of the break-in.
Weil was listening to the police scanner at 1 a.m. on a Saturday when he repeatedly heard: "Doors open at the Watergate."
The rest is history.
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," chats with attorney Mike Rataj, Jeff Timmer, former executive director of the Michigan Republican Party and a senior adviser to the anti-Trump Lincoln Project, and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about the damning Jan. 6 committee evidence against ex-President Donald Trump, ex-Vice President Mike Pence's lame heroism, the troubles with Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, GOP gubernatorial front-runner Ryan Kelley and his FBI arrest and the nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan chats with Deadline Detroit columnist Greg Bowens, former mayoral chief of staff Alexis Wiley and Deadline staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel. They'll talk Ivanka Trump's recorded testimony, the Grand Rapids cop charged with murder, Washington Post tweet scandal and social media standards for reporters and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Host Saeed Khan talks with special guest, Danny Fenster, who spent 6 months in a Myanmar prison, 910 host Adolph Mongo and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They talk about Texas' attempt to wrestle control of social media, Mayor Mike Duggan's controversy over an FBI informant, the acquital of a Hillary Clinton lawyer, Fox News' Laura Ingraham's reefer madness, the failed Republican candidacies in Michigan and the many nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Saeed Khan, host of "The Week That Was," talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Sandy Plotkin, retired Detroit homicide detective and Hollywood consultant Ira Todd and Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel.
They chew over shameful responses to guns and the Texas mass shooting, GOP gubernatorial candidates who got bounced from the Aug. 2 primary ballot and nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
The Detroit Tigers have the worst record in the American League and the second worst in the majors. Owner Chris Ilitch assured fans this year the rebuild was done. Ugh. Should fans be worried? Detroit News columnist and baseball writer Lynn Henning talks about the poor start and explains what may happen the rest of the season.
Given the massive amounts of flooding we have seen this summer, Craig thought it wise to talk to some professional restoration experts on how best to react if and when your home falls victim to floods, fire, tree limbs, etc. His guests are Brian Thomas and Justin Miller of Paul Davis Restoration of East Michigan. They discuss mistakes people make in their desire to restore their home, how to avoid overpaying for the work, and which projects are most important to tackle first. They also discuss the team they sent to assist in the cleanup after Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana this summer.
Craig's and his guests Pat Batcheller of WDET, and Jeff Wattrick (formerly of WDET) have watched a lot of Detroit Lions football together over the years. They have watched a lot of very strange endings to Lions games. Sunday's game was no exception...the three of them break down the heartbreaker loss to the Baltimore Ravens at Ford Field, which ended on a record setting 66 yard field goal that should probably not even have been attempted in the first place. It doesn't get more Lions than this.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they break down the big stories of the week! Expected topics include the widening corruption probe at Detroit City Council; Haitians crowd the Southern border; a possible budget shutdown; the "movers and shakers" of Detroit gather on Mackinac; Covid won't leave us alone; and much more. Don't forget, the panelists will have their nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's guests this week include Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and a few lawyers: Todd Perkins, Joel Sklar, and first time panelist Allison Kriger!
Craig's guest is Mark Burton, partner and co-leader of the Economic Development Incentives Group at Honigman, a post he took in March. Prior to joining Honigman, Mark Burton was the CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corp., which works to attract businesses and investment to the state, and tries to create a good environment for businesses to thrive. The two discuss which tools are emerging as the most effective in luring companies to Michigan, and what we have learned about past incentive programs that didn't always live up to expectations. Things like community benefits agreements, employment guarantees, and environmental impact assessments are much more common today than even a decade ago. They also discuss the importance of regional cooperation and avoiding a so called "race to the bottom" of tax incentives.
On today's show, Craig checks back in with Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press, to get her perspective on this year's Mackinac Policy Conference this year.
Then, Craig speaks with David Naftzger, who serves as executive director for the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers. He coordinates the efforts of eight U.S. Governors and two Canadian Premiers to grow the region’s $6 trillion economy and protect its environment.
David manages an innovative economic portfolio that includes impact investment, maritime
transportation, export promotion and tourism marketing. He also spearheads an award-winning environmental program to protect about 20% of the world’s surface fresh water.
Today, Craig has a two guest show...first, a conversation with Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press, who is attending this year's Mackinac Conference Policy hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The annual conference brings together Michigan's leaders in politics, business, non-profits, and the media for what the Chamber claims is a rare opportunity to share ideas, network, make deals, and come up with solutions to Michigan's problems.
The two discussed the main theme of this year's conference, "Reimagining a Healthy Michigan". The two also preview planned speeches from Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. As expected, much of the discussion is about how the state will continue to deal with and recover from the pandemic, and how it might lead to changes in the way we approach everything from public health, jobs, community investment, and equitable development.
Then, Craig is joined by Pat Batcheller, Morning Anchor at WDET, Detroit Public Radio for their weekly chat about the weekend in Football, especially our struggling Detroit Lions.
On this edition of "The Week That Was" Guest host Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel talk to the panel to discuss the big stories of the week. On this week's agenda: James Craig's official entrance into the race to be Michigan's next Governor; Mayor Duggan says he won't debate his challenger Anthony Adams before the November election; California votes no on recalling Governor Gavin Newsom, and much more.
As always, the panelists have their nominees for "Schmuck Of The Week." Guests this week include Focus:Hope CEO Portia Roberson, Wayne State Senior Lecturer Saeed Khan, and longtime political consultant and 910 AM radio host Adolph Mongo.
Craig's guest is Seth Resler, host of the D Brief Podcast. Seth and his team have created a new live show, Detroit's Big Shot Talent Competition, which launches Wednesday September 15th at Planet Ant in Hamtramck. The competition will be similar in structure to the popular "America's Got Talent" television show. It promises to be a fun competition, and a way to give many artists of all types an opportunity to get back on stage to do what they do best, PERFORM.
Craig's guest today is friend, colleague, and fellow long suffering Lions fan Pat Batcheller. Pat is better knows as the morning anchor on 101.9 WDET, Detroit Public Radio. The two have been wringing their hands over our beloved Lions for many years, and many sad Mondays.
Craig and Allan Lengel of DeadlineDetroit.com sit down to discuss the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
Deadline Detroit Editor Allan Lengel was a reporter at The Washington Post, working on the disappearance of an intern from California named Chandra Levy. On Sept. 11, 2001, his assignment changed.
Around 9:30 a.m., he was walking to the subway in northwest D.C., heading to work, when he bumped into a friend who told him that two planes had just crashed into the World Trade Center in New York. By the time he got off the subway, a jet had also crashed into the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., just outside D.C.
To mark the attack's 20th anniversary, Lengel talks with Deadline Detroit's Craig Fahle about what happened next, including his conversation with his mother who survived Auschwitz and flying days later to Detroit to cover a terrorism hearing.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panelists as they discuss the big stories of the week so far...and it has indeed been a busy week. The group will focus on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, Hurricane Ida and its path of destruction, the fight against COVID continues to be a struggle, and of course, the Supreme Court and Texas' new abortion law.
Panelists this week include regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of DeadlineDetroit.com, plus special guests, Detroit Free Press columnist Nancy Kaffer, and MichiganAdvance.com editor Susan Demas.
Today, Craig revisits a conversation from earlier this year with John Lindstrom, former publisher of Gongwer News Service in Lansing. They discuss Michigan's constitution, and a provision that allows for voter referendums that are basically veto proof. Under Michigan law, petition drives that gather enough signatures under the law can go straight to the Legislature, which if they approve, can not be vetoed by the Governor. The referendum method of creating law has been used many times in recent decades, and now is being used by Michigan Republicans to get Voter ID requirements passed despite a likely veto by Governor Whitmer. Michigan's law is unique...only 340 thousand signatures are needed to get the issue in front of the Legislature. This means a very small minority of voters can get laws passed without the Governor's signature, or a vote of the population. Is it time to change this? What needs to be done to make that happen?
Join host Craig Fahle and his panelists as they try and untangle the news of the week. On the agenda, terrorism and chaos attempt to disrupt the U.S. evacuation from Afghanistan; COVID still rages, with our schools becoming the latest battlegrounds over masks and mandates; the FBI continues digging into the Detroit City Council; Trump's lawyers get a judicial beat down; A Governor Whitmer kidnapping defendant gets sentenced; and more. As always, the group will all have their nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Panelists this week include Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of DeadlineDetroit.com, plus longtime journalist, PR person and civil rights activist Greg Bowens, and business consultant and former Grosse Pointe School Board member Brendan Walsh, and Saeed Khan, Senior Lecturer in Near East and Asian Studies at Wayne State University.
Craig's guest is Dan Lijana, spokesperson for the QLine M1 Rail project. The QLine is getting ready to reopen to passengers in late September, after shutting down due to COVID last year. The company says it has taken the last 18 months to make improvements to the system, to make it more useful and reliable for commuters in Detroit.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panelists as they discuss the big news stories happening this week. On this week's show, they will discuss the situation in Afghanistan as the U.S. evacuation struggles; the COVID fight continues, as many states struggle with the Delta variant, and new battle lines are being drawn over mask and vaccine mandates; former Tiger pitcher Jack Morris gets suspended for inserting his foot firmly in his mouth; DTE tries to sooth its angry customers with a credit of a hundred bucks; and much more. As always, look for the group's nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Panelists this week include regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of DeadlineDetroit.com, and longtime TV news director and talent agent Mort Meisner.
Craig is joined by Saeed Khan, Senior Lecturer in Near East and Asian Studies at Wayne State University. The two discuss what's happening as the U.S. tries to evacuate it's personnel and many of those that aided the U.S. during it's 20 year war in Afghanistan. The hectic scene is reminiscent for many of the fall of Saigon in 1975 as the U.S. exited Vietnam. Many are questioning why this is happening, when the U.S. had a lot of time to plan its exit. Also, what signals is the Taliban sending about how it intends to proceed in governing the country. Will women's rights truly be respected? Will amnesty be granted to those that cooperated with the U.S.? Lastly, will the Taliban honor its pledge to allow the U.S. to safely finish its evacuation?
Craig's guest is Paul Eisenstein, Publisher of TheDetroitBureau.com. The two discuss recent lengthy power outages for tens of thousands of Metro Detroit residents, and whether or not the uncertainty about the reliability of the local electric grid may impact people's faith in emerging electric vehicle technology. Will the government's push for electric vehicles force utilities to upgrade the existing infrastructure? Also, the two discuss how the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has begun an investigation into EV pioneer Tesla's "Automatic Pilot" systems, which have now been linked to a series of accidents.
Join Craig and his band of merry political pranksters as they discuss the important (sometimes less important, but silly or strange) stories of the week!
On the agenda: President Biden gets a win in the Senate; COVID threatens to spike again; Former Acting AG Jeffrey Rosen spills the beans on Trump's post election tantrum; The American withdrawal from Afghanistan; Governor Cuomo resigns, the Census shows Detroit shrinkage; and more. As always, the gang will have their individual nominees for "Schmuck of the Week"!
Panelists this week include regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus two special guests, lawyers Steve Fishman and Todd Perkins.
Craig's guest is Jeffrey Miles, Senior Director for Early Childhood Excellence with the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. They just announced that their Connect4Care Kids program has expanded beyond just the city of Detroit, and now is available for residents in all of Wayne County. The program is a free, centralized resource designed to make it easier and less overwhelming for families with young children to find and understand options for early childhood education and care. By creating a "one stop shop", parents get vital information on the location, quality, and costs of child care facilities near them. In addition, they can learn what benefits may be available to them to make quality child care more affordable.
Craig's guest today is longtime Detroit Free Press reporter John Gallagher. He has just written a book called "The Englisman and Detroit: A British Entrepreneur Helps Restore a City's Confidence". The book tells the story of Randall Charlton, a so called "serial entrepreneur" who started Asterand in Detroit, an unlikely biotech success story at a time when the city was reeling with economic problems. After taking Asterand public, Charlton went on to lead TechTown at Wayne State University, to help other budding businesses find their way in the city. The book also chronicles how Charlton's influence and methods have helped to bring back an entrepreneurial spirit in a community that had long been dominated by the ups and downs of the auto industry.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panelists as they discuss the news that is happening this week. On the agenda: Trump's election lies are still causing problems for everyone involved, including the DOJ, the insurrectionists, his lawyers, and more; COVID and the Delta variant have everyone rethinking their positions on vaccines and masks; New York Governor Cuomo is in deep trouble; Detroit had a primary this week, and more. Don't forget, the panel will have it's nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Panelists this week include regular guests Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of DeadlineDetroit.com, and special guest, former U.S. Prosecutor Michael Bullotta.
Craig's guest is Eli Newman, who covers city government and politics for WDET, Detroit Public Radio. They discuss the results of Tuesday's primary election, which had few surprises, but was significant for a number of reasons. Mayor Mike Duggan coasted to a first place finish, leaving second place finisher Anthony Adams with a big hill to climb if he is to unseat Duggan. Proposal P, the charter revision question, lost handily. Also, two races for Detroit City Council, the at large race, and the race for District 4 look to be hotly contested in November.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they discuss the big stories of the week...and what a week this has been! They begin with a discussion about the late Sen. Carl Levin, who died on Thursday at age 87. Also on the agenda: local politicians in some trouble; fights over masks and vaccinations continue; the congressional hearing on the January 6th insurrection is underway; Governor Whitmer is raking in serious campaign cash; the Olympics and Simone Biles decision to withdraw from competition; and much more. As always, there will be nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of DeadlineDetroit.com, plus Susan Demas of MichiganAdvance.com, and Dave Frasetto, owner of the Lexington Bar in Detroit's Woodbridge neighborhood.
Today, Craig discusses House Bill 5086 with Allison Donahue of MichiganAdvance.com. Her recent story has her speaking with doctors and abortion rights advocates about the impact of the bill, which among other things would require doctors to inform patients about "abortion pill reversal". The language of the bill is as follows: " If I am undergoing an abortion procedure that utilizes the drug known as mifepristone, I have been informed about the existence of treatment to reverse the effects of mifepristone before ingesting misoprostol to increase the possibility of maintaining my pregnancy if I change my mind about terminating the pregnancy." The problem, according to doctors and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, is that the science behind the so called "reversal" is not settled, and is based on unethical research.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they make merry with the news of the week. On the agenda: the billionaire space race; Covid is sticking around, and maks are making a comeback; Republicans find religion on vaccines; Pelosi boots two Republicans from the panel investigating January 6th; Anthony Fauci and Rand Paul really don't like each other; phones are being hacked by the bad guys; the Olympics get underway; James Craig is apparently running for Governor; and more. Don't forget, the panelists will have their nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's panelists this week include regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, Wayne State Lecturer Saeed Khan, and former legislator and current Oakland County Republican Party Chair Rocky Raczkowski. It promises to be a spirited conversation!
Craig's guest is Eric Starkman, Deadline Detroit contributor and author of the blog Starkman Approved.His latest story for DeadlineDetroit.com shows that high ranking executives are being let go in advance of the proposed merger with Grand Rapids based Spectrum Health. If the merger goes through, the combined company would have over 64 thousand employees and 22 hospitals in the state. This is Beaumont's latest attempt to merge with another hospital company, with a stated goal of completing the merger by October first. That's less than one year after the company tried and failed to merge with Illinois based Advocate Aurora health.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panelists as they discuss the big stories of the week. On the agenda (so far): The race for Governor in Michigan is taking shape; The FBI is under fire for their handling of the Larry Nassar investigation; a new book is taking a very critical look at Trump's last months in office; voting rights fights are getting uglier; COVID is still very much with us; and of course, our nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's panelists this week are Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and attorneys Mike Rataj and Todd Perkins.
Craig's guest is Saeed Khan, Senior Lecturer in Near East and Asian Studies at Wayne State University. They discuss the end of the U.S. involvement in Afghanistan. After 20 years, and over 3 trillion dollars spent, what did the U.S. accomplish? Who will fill the void created by the U.S. exit? Will the Taliban continue to gain territory, and if they do, will they attain credibility on the international diplomatic scene?
Craig's guest is former U.S. Attorney, law professor, podcaster, and MSNBC contributor Barb McQuade. The two discuss Monday's sanctions hearing for the Trump supporting attorneys that filed the so called "Kraken" lawsuit that sought to overturn the election results in Wayne County and the state of Michigan. After the original case was withdrawn, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, as well as the city of Detroit and others asked for financial sanctions against several attorneys, including Sydney Powell and Lin Wood, for filing what they called meritless claims. Monday's hearing lasted nearly six hours.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they analyze and crack wise about the big stories this week! On the agenda: James Craig makes political moves; former President Trump sues social media, the Delta variant means COVID is still very much with us, as Japan says no spectators for the upcoming Olympics; the debate over Critical Race Theory continues to be weird; some Republicans in Michigan are clinging to the big lie; and a lot more. As usual, we will be taking nominations for "schmuck of the week"!
Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press, and longtime political consultant and AM 910 Radio host Adolph Mongo.
Craig's guest is Deadline Detroit's Nancy Derringer, who attended yesterday's speech in Jackson Michigan given by James Craig, the recently retired Chief of Police in Detroit. Craig was expected by many to officially announce his candidacy for Governor of Michigan. While he stopped short of making an announcement, he took the opportunity to show off his Republican Bona Fides, focusing on things like the second amendment, abortion, law and order, and of course his support for former President Trump. Does James Craig have what it takes to make a serious run at Governor Whitmer?
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they break down the big stories of the week. On the agenda: The Trump Organization is formally charged; House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appoints members for a select committee to investigate January 6th; The Supreme Court rules on a big voting rights case; Michigan starts a vaccine sweepstakes; Detroit struggles to recover from severe flooding; Michigan misses a deadline to pass a budget; Bill Cosby gets out of prison; and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is getting married. Don't forget, we'll also have nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's guests this week are Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus Michigan Advance editor Susan Demas, and lawyers Todd Perkins and Steve Fishman.
Craig's guests are Detroit City Council Member Raquel Castaneda-Lopez and Denzel McCampbell, a member of the Detroit Charter Revision Commission. The two are arguing in favor of voters passing proposal P in Detroit, which would revise the city's charter for the second time in 10 years. Proposal P, if passed, would make a number of major changes to how the city operates, and would include things to address, like water prices, broadband access, and more. It also would create a number of new commissions that would have oversight of many city functions. Supporters argue the changes are necessary to combat generations of inequality and injustice, while opponents argue that despite the proposals good intentions, the plan could push the city back into bankruptcy. The Michigan Supreme Court is considering whether to allow the proposal to be on Detroit's August primary ballot.
Craig's guest is Paul Eisenstein, publisher of The Detroit Bureau. They discuss a couple of big product announcements by Ford, plus the rapidly changing world of electric vehicles. The automotive world is undergoing a period of innovation that hasn't been seen since the earliest days of cars.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they discuss the big stories of the week, including: President Biden says there is a deal on infrastructure, but house Dems may balk; Michigan Republicans admit that there was no election fraud, but press their voter bills anyway; conspiracies on critical race theory run rampant; Rudy Giuliani loses his law license; and much more. Don't forget, the crew will have their nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's panel this week includes regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus political consultant and civil rights activist Greg Bowens, and lawyer Steve Fishman.
Craig's guest is Rabbi Yisrael Pinson of Chabad Detroit, about his latest project in the city. This fall, they will open the doors to the newly chartered Orchard Academy in Detroit's North End neighborhood. The two discuss the educational approach the school plans to introduce in the city, why he chose a public charter school as opposed to a religious school, and what impact he hopes the school will have in the North End.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they have fun with the big stories of the week. On the agenda so far: President Biden's meeting with the G7, and his showdown with Putin; Trump's efforts to push the DOJ to overturn the election are exposed; the Supreme Court blocks another attempt to invalidate Obamacare; Michigan prepares to roll back COVID restrictions; Republicans in Lansing look to change voting rules; Juneteenth will be a national holiday; and of course we will have nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Darrell Dawsey and Brendan Walsh.
Craig's guest is Sheila Cockrel, former member of the Detroit City Council. She is one of a group of local business and political leaders that formed to formally oppose the passage of Proposal P in Detroit, which would revise the city's charter for the second time in 10 years. Proposal P, if passed, would make a number of major changes to how the city operates, and could mandate things such as a cap on water prices, broadband access, and more. It also would create a number of new commissions that would have oversight of many city functions. Supporters argue the changes are necessary to combat generations of inequality and injustice, while opponents argue that despite the proposals good intentions, the plan could push the city back into bankruptcy. The Michigan Supreme Court is considering whether to allow the proposal to be on Detroit's August primary ballot. Absentee ballots need to begin being sent out on June 19th, leaving the Court little time to make a decision.
Join host Craig Fahle and his guests as they discuss the big stories of the week. On the agenda: President Biden heads to Europe while his domestic agenda faces roadblocks; Vice President Harris gets peppered with questions about the southern border; Michigan Republicans look to eliminate local income taxes for non-residents; Mayor Duggan looks to crack down on drag racing; Kwame Kilpatrick opens up about his future plans; vaccination rates are slowing, as anti-vaxxers spread more disinformation; and the University of Michigan struggles with allegations that legendary coach Bo Schembechler looked the other way on sexual assaults by a team doctor. Plus, our weekly nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Guests this week include regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus Focus: Hope CEO Portia Roberson, and attorney Todd Perkins.
Craig's guest is Mark Phelan, auto critic for the Detroit Free Press. The two talk about the recent launch of Ford's new all electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning. Ford's move to offer an electric version of it's most popular vehicle is seen by many as a hugely important step towards creating more buzz and acceptance for electric vehicles. The two discuss how the new tech can open up new possibilities in design and capability for auto companies.
Join Host Craig Fahle and his panel as they discuss the big stories of the week. On the agenda this week: Joe Biden tries to strike a deal on infrastructure; the Governor and her team answer questions about COVID deaths in nursing homes; former President Trump shuts down his blog; Congressman Matt Gaetz facing more scrutiny; Governor Whitmer looks to boost wages for workers in Michigan; and more. Don't forget, we will also have nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus lawyer Steve Fishman and lontime journalist, PR man and civil rights activist Greg Bowens!
Craig talks to Desiree Cooper and Aaron Schillinger, the team behind the documentary project "Detroit's Other Rosa Parks". The film tells the story of Sarah E. Ray. According to the filmmakers, "Seventy-five years ago a 24-year-old, African American secretary (Sarah E. Ray) was denied a seat on the segregated Boblo boat, SS Columbia. Like Rosa Parks, she refused to back down, taking her fight for integration all the way to the United States Supreme Court. Represented by fabled NAACP lawyer Thurgood Marshall, Ray won her case. Scholars argue that she paved the way for the seminal, 1954 Brown v. Board of Education, which found that separate was inherently unequal." The two also reveal news that the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be including Sarah Ray's house at 9308 Woodlawn in Detroit on its 2021 "America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Sites."
Join Craig and his panel of curious and knowledgeable people as they try and pick through the news stories of the week. On the agenda...will the Republicans back an actual investigation into the January 6th insurrection? Will there be a deal on infrastructure, or police reform? Is Michigan actually going to hold back thousands of kids in pandemic year? Texas goes all in on guns, while another mass shooting happens in California. What should we do if COVID actually DID escape from a lab? Don't forget, we will also have nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, former Detroit Free Press columnist, author and filmmaker Desiree Cooper, and PR professional David Rudolph!
Craig speaks with two restauranteurs, Stephanie Byrd of The Block in Midtown Detroit, and Godwin Ihentuge of Yum Village in Detroit's New Center neighborhood. The two discuss the difficulties of the past year, as restaurants were uniquely hard hit during the pandemic. Now, it looks like most of the restrictions on indoor dining could be removed by July first. What did they learn about their businesses over the last year, and how are they preparing for the return of customers? Also, which practices from the COVID protocols might stick around for good?
Join Craig and his panel as they discuss the big stories in the news this week. On the agenda: will there be a commission to look into the January 6th attack on the Capitol; Michigan's schedule for reopening is accelerating; newly released police video raises questions about the deaths of two men at the hands of police; New York and the Feds team up to investigate the Trump Organization; plus more. As always, look for our nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's guests this week include Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests - longtime journalist Darrell Dawsey and lawyer Steve Fishman.
Craig's guest is longtime Michigan Capitol reporter and former publisher of the Gongwer News Service, John Lindstrom. This week, they discuss Michigan's Freedom of Information Act laws, and the flaws within. They also have some ideas on how to fix it.
Craig's guest is Laura Grannemann, Vice President of the Rocket Community Fund.
The City of Detroit, Rocket Community Fund and CHN Housing Partners announced recently a $2.2 million in investment that will help create the "Detroit Housing Network" a one-stop shop for residents that need assistance with housing problems.
The Detroit Housing Network and use investment to strengthen and grow services to homeowners including mortgage and financial counseling, property tax foreclosure prevention, home repair assistance, and assistance to low-income households seeking to become homeowners.
Join Craig and his panel as they discuss the big news stories of the week! Some of the stories n the agenda for the week of May 14th: Liz Cheney is ousted from Republican leadership, while the party tries to distance itself from the January 6th Capitol insurrection; DPD Chief James Craig resigns, and hints at a future in Michigan politics; east coasters search for gasoline; businesses are hurting for workers, but people aren't rushing back; and of course, nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus attorney Todd Perkins, and Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press Editorial Board.
Craig's guest is former U.S. Prosecutor, Michigan Law Professor, and MSNBC contributor Barb McQuade. She has been named chair of the Community Policing Innovations Initiative, a new grant program funded by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the Hudson-Webber Foundation, the Ballmer Group, and Oakland County. The pilot program includes five cities in partnership with their local law enforcement on community projects that address systemic inequities in policing and public safety. The projects willfocus on one of five areas: use of force, officer accountability, disparate enforcement and treatment, re-imagining public safety, and truth & reconciliation.
Craig's guest is Tom Watkins, former Director of the Michigan Department of Mental Healh under former Governor Jim Blanchard. He also served as the director of the Detroit-Wayne County Community Mental Health Authority. The two discuss bills being considered by the Republican leadership in the Michigan Senate that would shift responsibility for mental health services away from non-profit providers to health insurance companies in Michigan. Critics argue its a way to siphon 3 billion dollars in annual mental health spending to private, for profit insurance companies.
Craig's guest is Vickie Thomas, who worked for WWJ Newsradio 950 for 30 years, and was a Detroit media fixture until last week. She chronicled the changes in the city, and saw generations of reporters come and go.
After three decades at WWJ, she started asking: "What else is there?" Then she got a call from Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who convinced her to take a job as the city's communications director.
On April 29, she retired from WWJ. On Monday, she starts her new job with the city.
She talks on the "The Craig Fahle Show on Deadline Detroit" about her radio career and what's ahead.
Join host Craig Fahle and his panel as they discuss the news of the week. This week, we'll dive into the inner workings of the Republican Party, as they work to purge Liz Cheney from leadership; Mitch McConnell's pledge to work against the Biden administration; vaccine paranoia and our quest for herd immunity; the ongoing election "audit" in Arizona; parking shenanigans in downtown Detroit; the end of menthol smokes; and of course, nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Panelists this week include Deadline Detroiters Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, plus WSU lecturer Saeed Khan, and lawyer Steve Fishman.
Craig's guest is Bill Shea, reporter for The Athletic. Bill has covered the business side of sports for many years, previously with Crain's Detroit Business, and now with The Athletic. Recently, his work has focused on the spiking interest in so called NFT's (non-fungible tokens) and how this new crypto currency based digital art and collectibles market is impacting sports, sports collectibles, the art world, and more. Fascinating stuff.
Join Craig and his panel as they break down the big stories of the week, including President Biden's address to Congress, and the Republican response; Rudy Giuliani's visit from the FBI; fights over COVID relief funding and rules in Lansing; Bobby Ferguson's early release from Prison, and more. Don't forget, there will also be the nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's panel this week includes Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit; attorney Todd Perkins; and political consultant and 910 AM host Adolph Mongo.
Craig's guest is longtime Michigan Capitol journalist John Lindstrom, former publisher of Gongwer News Service. They discuss Michigan's referendum law, and how it allows a small percentage of voters and oversized say on state policy, and how it sometimes circumvents the will of the voters.
Craig's guest is Darci McConnell, longtime communications professional and journalist, who was appointed to the Grosse Pointe Park City Council in November of 2020. She is now seeking a full term on the council in this year's election. McConnell's appointment made history last year as she is the first African-American to ever hold a position on the Grosse Pointe Park City Council. The east side suburb has been in the news over the years for a number of reasons, including policing tactics, and it's sometimes contentious relationship with it's neighbor Detroit.
Join Craig and his pundits of the round table as they break down the big stories of the week. This week, they discuss the aftermath of the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, and other recent cases of violence involving police; the ongoing fight against Covid -19, and the political fight that goes along with it; Detroit gets ready for a big election; and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
This week's expanded panel includes regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests: psychologist Lynn Walsh, PR consultant and civil rights activist Greg Bowens, plus lawyer Steve Fishman.
Craig's guest is Dr. Charlie Bloom, Chief Medical Officer for Health Alliance Plan of Michigan. The two discuss the elevated stress levels many of us are feeling in the wake of the Pandemic, and strategies for recognizing and managing that stress.
Craig and his panel will break down the big stories of the week, including the ongoing trial of Derek Chauvin, accused of murdering George Floyd; another police shooting in Minnesota has the community protesting; President Biden pledges to withdraw from Afghanistan after 20 years; COVID marches on in Michigan; and of course, nominees for "schmuck of the week."
This week's panel includes regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, attorney Todd Perkins, and Wayne State Lecturer Saeed Khan!
Craig's guest is Jason Smith of the Michigan Center for Youth Justice. His organization has played a key role in advocating for some major changes to the Michigan juvenile justice system, such as the "Raise the age" bills, record expungement for juveniles, and improving conditions for those in youth facilities, especially after the death of 16 year old Cornelius Fredericks in a privately run Kalamazoo facility in 2020. The two discuss all of that, and what work still needs to be done to ensure better outcomes for those in the juvenile system in Michigan.
Craig's guest today is Former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern district of Michigan, Barb McQuade. She currently serves as a Professor at the University of Michigan School of Law, and is a contributor for MSNBC. She also is a cohost of a new podcast, #Sisters In Law. On the show, they discuss the changes at the top of the Justice Department, the commutation of Kwame Kilpatrick, and the ongoing trial of Derek Chauvin, accused of murder in death of George Floyd.
Craig and his panel have a lively discussion on the big stories of the week, including: President Biden unveils plans to try and reduce gun violence; Senator Manchin shuts down any plans to weaken the filibuster; Michigan is again a hotspot for Covid infections; Rep. Matt Gaetz is still in trouble; and former house speaker John Boehner's new memoir looks like it might be a fun read. As always, the panelists will have their nominations for "schmuck of the week."
Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Stephen Henderson of WDET, and former member of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission and former Co-chair of the Michigan GOP, Jeff Sakwa.
Craig's guest is Paul Palazzolo of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 9. They discuss a new scholarship program for descendants of Vietnam vets, efforts to preserve a World War 1 memorial in Detroit, and their ongoing work supporting and advocating for veterans and their families in our area.
On the agenda: is "infrastructure week" really happening? Also, Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida is in a bind; Michigan's COVID numbers are spiking again; the Chauvin trial is underway in Minnesota; corporate bigwigs push back against voter suppression laws in Georgia; and as always, nominees for "schmuck of the week." Competition will be stiff this week.
Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus attorney Todd Perkins, and businessman, former Grosse Pointe School Board member and self described "budget nerd" Brandon Walsh!
Craig's guest is Paul Eisenstein, Publisher of TheDetroitBureau.com. They talk about Volkswagen's April Fools prank that actually did fool a number of automotive journalists...who are none too pleased about it. The company issued a press release two days before the annual prank day, suggesting that they were changing the company name to "Voltswagen" to celebrate their investment into electric vehicles. Despite many of us assuming it was indeed a prank or a marketing gimmick, the company convinced some of the reporters that called that it was a permanent change. Craig and Paul also discuss criticism that GM has received about how much of its advertising dollars go to African American owned media companies.
Craig's guest is Matt Friedman, Founding Partner of Tanner Friedman Public Relations. Besides being one of the top PR people in Michigan, he also is an avid college basketball fan. Craig and Matt discuss this year's tournament so far, and some major changes that are coming to college athletics in the near future, including allowing players to earn money from endorsements, appearances and more.
Join Host Craig Fahle and his panel as they discuss the big stories of the week. Up for discussion, another mass shooting, this time in Boulder, Colorado. What changes, if any, should we expect? Also, President Biden hosted his first press conference on Thursday, he was asked about immigration, the filibuster, and voting rights. All will be on the agenda. Don't forget, we'll also have our regular nominations for "schmuck of the week!
Guests this week include regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus two lawyers, Todd Perkins and Steve Fishman.
Craig's guest is Steve Friess, News and Features Editor at Hour Detroit Magazine. The March issue looks at what life will be like as we emerge from the pandemic, focusing on health care, education, remote working, mental health and more.
Craig's guest is none other than Detroit's own Imp in Chief, the Nain Rouge! This years Marche Du Nain Rouge has been cancelled due to COVID...but we thought we'd find out what the Nain has been up to for the past year. As you will discover. not much. Enjoy!
On the agenda this time - the effort to vaccinate citizens against COVID is picking up steam, while at the same time, stimulus checks are arriving in bank accounts; the tragic murders in Atlanta; the Democrats flirt with ditching the filibuster; and the Penobscot Building in downtown Detroit needs some TLC. Of course, they will have nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, Wayne State Lecturer Saeed Khan, and John Rutherford, music director of the Motor City Horns, and co-owner of the iconic Cadieux Cafe on Detroit's east side.
Craig's guest is Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. She defeated former three term prosecutor Jessica Cooper in the Democratic primary, and won the general election over Republican Lin Goetz in November. Since taking office in January, McDonald is making some some changes in the office, especially as it relates to how the office will handle human trafficking cases. She also is revisiting the sentencing of 20 so called "juvenile lifers" The Supreme Court ruled in 2012 that a sentence of life without parole for juvenile offenders was unconstitutional, yet many prosecutors in Michigan had been dragging their feet on resentencing these individuals until a 2019 SCOTUS ruling reaffirmed the order.
The American Rescue Plan, as most people are aware, does include direct relief payments to American citizens...but it has a number of other provisions that people may not yet be aware of. The 1.9 trillion dollar package represents a major shift in our economic policy, especially as it relates to how that relief money is being targeted. Most of the money will result in direct cash payments to small businesses and those most in need. What impact will the stimulus have, and will it kickstart the economy as intended? Craig's guest is John Harrington, an attorney who specializes in tax policy.
Craig's guest is Patrick O'Connor, chief strategist and CEO of College is Yours, an organization dedicated to increasing college access and opportunity. A college counselor for 36 years, Patrick has written five books on counseling, including the college guide College is Yours 2.0, and is a past president of the National Association for College Admission Counseling.
The normal college admissions process has been upended somewhat by COVID, and there is also a decline in the number of minority applicants at schools nationwide. The two discuss the current situation, and what changes may be permanent, such as schools choosing NOT to use ACT and SAT scores when considering who gains acceptance.
This weeks panel includes Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus attorney Todd Perkins, and PR consultant and civil rights activist Greg Bowens. This week, they will discuss the recently passed COVID relief bill; the difficult talks on Covid relief in Lansing; voting rights being challenged in multiple states; Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's State of the City Address; the hubbub around Oprah's interview with Meghan and Harry; the George Floyd trial; plus, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
The Wayne State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Sciences has teamed with the State of Michigan to develop a comprehensive behavioral and mental health training and support program for the state’s first responders and their families to address the stress they face in their duties protecting residents.
The program, Frontline Strong Together, will be available electronically and in-person to first responders and their families in nearly all of Michigan’s 83 counties this year. The program is being developed and implemented with representatives of the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union, the Fraternal Order of Police, the Department of Corrections, paramedics and dispatchers.
Craig's guest is Alireza Amirsadri, M.D., associate professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University.
Host Craig Fahle and his panel will discuss new developments in the fight against COVID; Stimulus talks in both Washington and Lansing; Governor Whitmer gets heat for non-disclosure agreements and big payouts to former appointees; Michigan Republicans try to prevent new gun regulations; and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week"! Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of DeadlineDetroit.com, Michigan Advance Editor Susan Demas, and longtime political strategist Joe DiSano.
host Craig Fahle and the panel discuss the big stories of the week, including a big week of hearings at Capitol Hill; Former Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield's resignation from his brand new job; and of course, nominees for "schmuck of the week." Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, Detroit Free Press Editorial writer Nancy Kaffer, and Focus:Hope CEO Portia Roberson.
Craig's guest is JeDonna Dinges of Grosse Pointe Park. She is a local business owner, and has lived in the Pointes for over a decade. Recently, her next door neighbor displayed a KKK flag in a window next to her home. Craig and JeDonna discuss what led up to it, and what the response has been from city officials, and the neighborhood.
Craig's guest is Kevin Ketels, a Lecturer in Supply Chain Management at the Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University. He specializes in the medical supply chain. They discuss why this massive undertaking of delivering vaccines to 100's of millions of Americans and billions worldwide is so complex. They also discuss what we are learning along the way that might help us if we ever go through this again.
Craig's weekly panel discussion of the big stories of the week, including the big winter storm that has Texas, and Senator Ted Cruz, in trouble; the death of talk show host Rush Limbaugh; the Biden administration moves forward on a pandemic package and immigration reform; Senator Mike Shirkey spouts more conspiracy theories; plus, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week." Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, 910 AM program host and political consultant Adolph Mongo, and attorney Joel Sklar.
Craig's guest is Mariana Martinez of the Michigan Non Profit Association. The group annouced it is working with it's member agencies to achieve fair and impartial legislative district maps for Michigan. The MNA says it is especially important that those who have been historically underrepresented in Michigan’s political processes have a way of participating in the process of redrawing the districts. Martinez says “We are mobilizing nonprofits, to transparently achieve fair and impartial maps for Michigan, specifically to promote racial equity so that communities of color have a voice and participate in important decision-making processes that happen at the local, state, and federal levels,”
Craig's panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests: lawyers Steve Fishman and Todd Perkins. The group discusses the ongoing impeachment trial of Donald Trump, and whether the Senate will vote to convict. Plus, nominees for "schmuck of the week"!
Craig's guests are Angela Rogensues and Nate Wallace of the Founders Junior Council, a group of young professionals dedicated to introducing young adults to the Detroit Institute of Arts. The group is responsible for variety of fundraisers and social events organized around the museum’s world-class collection and special exhibitions. All funds raised go to support the DIA. Recently, they announced a 7 figure gift to help the museum, with a healthy sum specifically targeted towards adding pieces from Detroit based African American artists to the museum's permanent collection.
Craig's guest is Steve Friess, News/Features Editor at Hour Detroit magazine. Their cover story this month features an interview with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer about her tumultuous 2020. The year found her thrust into the national spotlight as she dealt with the Covid crisis, a kidnapping plot against her, and her difficult relationship with President Trump. The reaction to the interview and her placement on the cover has been intense, both from supporters and detractors of the Governor.
Host Craig Fahle and his panel discuss the big stories of the week. Some of the topics on the agenda: the ongoing negotiations for a stimulus package in Washington; Republicans both nationally and in Michigan deal with severe internal turmoil; the Michigan legislature and the Governor are at odds over how to deal with Covid; the latest on Covid in Michigan; Michigan slowly reopens; and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the week".
Panelists this week include regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, attorney Todd Perkins, Susan Demas of the Michigan Advance, and PR consultant and civil rights activist Greg Bowens.
Craig's guest is newly sworn in Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit. Since taking office in early January, Savit has been making some significant changes to the way the office handles cases, especially when it comes to things like cash bail, ending so called "zero tolerance" policies for certain drug offenses, and now, an announcement that consensual sex crimes will not be prosecuted. Savit says "Everyone involved in the justice system—crime survivors, defendants, witnesses, and families—deserves to have their unique case treated with the care that it deserves. That is how the Prosecutor’s Office will proceed moving forward."
Host Craig Fahle is joined by panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit and lawyer Steve Fishman to break down the big stories of the week. On the agenda this week: the continued debate on whether to convict Donald Trump in his impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate; how Republicans are calling for unity just three weeks after an attempted insurrection at the Capitol; Governor Whitmer's State of the State address, and the Republican response to it, and a lot more. Of course, we will have our nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig's guest is Latisha Johnson, who is running for Detroit City Council in the 4th district. Ms Johnson is a lifelong east side resident, serving as Vice President of the East English Village Neighborhood Association. working to deal with blight, and the foreclosure crisis. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan - Dearborn, and is the founder of MECCA Development Corporation, which deals with workforce development, youth engagement, and neighborhood revitalization.
Latisha has served in several leadership capacities including Treasurer for the 5th Precinct Police-Community Relations Council and Vice Chair for the City of Detroit’s Board of Zoning Appeals. She has also served as a Wayne Metro Community Action Agency Regional Advisory Council member and Wayne State University’s AmeriCorps Urban Safety Program. Latisha is a member of Third New Hope Church.
Host Craig Fahle is joined by regular panelists Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and special guests Saeed Khan of Wayne State University, and psychologist Lynn Walsh. The group discusses President Trump's final days in office, the inauguration of President Biden, the commutation of Kwame Kilpatrick's sentence, and also have their nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's guest is Toson Knight, candidate for the District 4 seat on Detroit City Council. Knight is the former Deputy District Manager under Mayor Mike Duggan in the district, and currently works as a Dean of Students in the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Craig is joined for this week's panel discussion by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press, and Portia Roberson of Focus:Hope. They tackle the second impeachment of President Trump, charges being filed in the Flint water crisis, and of course, nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's guest is longtime journalist ML Elrick, who has decided to run for Detroit City Council. Elrick worked for the Detroit Free Press, where he won a Pulitzer prize for his stories that led to the conviction of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. He has also worked at Fox2 Detroit, and at WDIV / Channel 4 in Detroit. Elrick discusses why he's leaving journalist for politics, what he thinks he would bring to the table as a council member, and what he thinks of the current state of the city.
A quick break from politics, as Craig speaks with Chris Williams, head of Wayne State's Word Warriors program. Each year, they compile a list of words that we should ADD to our lexicon, rather than subtract. It's always a lot of fun!
Craig is joined for his weekly panel discussion by Deadline Detroit's Allan Lengel, plus longtime political consultant and radio host Adolph Mongo, attorney Todd Perkins, and Steph White, self proclaimed policy wonk for the State of Michigan, and the former head of Equality Michigan.
Craig is joined by WDET Morning Anchor Pat Batcheller to wrap up another Detroit Lions Season which ended with the Lions once again missing the playoffs, and staring at a rebuild. Was there anything good that came out of this year? Then, Craig gives some thoughts on the recently released call transcript between President Trump and Georgia Election Officials.
Craig is joined for his weekly news roundtable by regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests, attorney Steve Fishman, and longtime political consultant and radio host Adolph Mongo. The group discusses the crazy year that was 2020, plus, they have their nominees for "Schmuck of the Year"!
Craig's guest is Steve Friess, Hour Detroit News/Features Editor. The Magazine devotes a multi page spread this month to the one year anniversary of Michigan legalizing recreational marijuana. Some of the issues the magazine looks at include how the pandemic is impacting pot sales around the state; how Detroit is still trying to figure out how to make sure it's citizens get a foothold in the legal pot business; interviews with "budtenders"; and much more.
Craig is joined for his weekly panel discussion by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests Candice Fortman of Outlier Media and Susan Demas of the Michigan Advance. This week, the panel looks at the post election denial still on display in the White House; the Pandemic and the arrival of vaccines; and of course the nominees for "schmuck of the week".
Craig is joined by Matt Elliott, Michigan Market President and as the Midwest Region Executive for Business Banking at Bank of America. He has taken on a new role as Chair of Michigan Israel Business Accelerator, an organization created in 2017 to exclusively promote commerce between the State of Michigan and the State of Israel.
Craig's guest is Paul Eisenstein, Publisher of The Detroit Bureau. Paul recently drove the new all electric Ford Mustang Mach E, and his review is out. The two discuss Ford's major new launch, and whether companies like Ford can generate the same kind of excitement around electric vehicles as Tesla has been able to over the past few years.
Craig is joined by regular Monday guest Pat Batcheller of WDET to talk about the weekend in sports. The Detroit Lions saw their playoff hopes drop to near zero with their loss to the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field Sunday. Meanwhile, Michigan is preparing to play a meaningless game in Iowa next Saturday, and the NHL looks to find ways to work around COVID.
Craig's weekly panel discussion includes regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, plus special guests, attorney Steve Fishman, and M.L. Elrick of the Detroit Free Press. The group discusses the outrageous lawsuit filed by the Texas Attorney General seeking to overturn the election results in four states, including Michigan (the Supreme Court has denied the request). The group also discusses Rudy Giuliani spreading Covid in Michigan; the upcoming vaccine; the lawsuit seeking to break up Facebook; and of course, the nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig's guest is Joe Gleason, CEO of GenusConnect. The company has developed an app that helps families navigate the complicated world of being a caregiver to a relative. Whether it's elder care, caring for someone with a long term or chronic illness, almost all of us will find ourselves either in the position of being the caregiver, or receiving that care. There are decisions to be made, disagreements on which approach to take, and especially now, difficulty in making sure those we care for have the human connection they need to get the best outcome. GenusConnect is a promising technological tool designed to make it easier for everyone involved. For more information, just text the word CRAIG to 211-411.
Craig is joined by regular Monday guest Pat Batcheller of WDET to break down the weekend's football action, which included an improbable comeback against the Bears in Chicago, giving Darrell Bevell a win in his first game as Lions Interim Head Coach.
Craig and the gang review the big stories of the week, including the hearings in Lansing over debunked allegations of voter fraud, possible pardons for the Trump kids, the latest on COVID, and of course, nominees for the "schmuck of the week". Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Saeed Khan of Wayne State University, and Candice Fortman of Outlier Media.
Craig's guest is Jerry Peterson, Executive Director of the Ruth Ellis Center, a Highland Park-based nonprofit that serves LGBTQ+ young people 13 to 30 who are experiencing homelessness and other barriers to success. The Center recently broke ground on a new permanent supportive housing development along Detroit’s Woodward Corridor that will provide housing, a health clinic and community space targeted at LGBTQ+ youth.
The 43-unit, 44,000-square-foot mixed-use Ruth Ellis Clairmount Center, at 61 Clairmount St., is a $15 million ground-up development will provide permanent supportive housing that includes integrated supportive services to create an inclusive environment while also tackling other issues that can lead to homelessness.
Craig is joined by Pat Batcheller, morning anchor at WDET, Detroit Public Radio to discuss the weekend football action, which included the Detroit Lion's decision to fire GM Bob Quinn and Head Coach Matt Patricia just two days after their lackluster performance on Thanksgiving. The two also discuss the impact COVID is having on the NFL, and the trouble facing the University of Michigan football program.
Craig's guest is attorney Todd Perkins, a Grosse Pointe Shores homeowner who received a copy of a police report filed against him, that complains that his "Black Lives Matter" sign violates the city's rules for political signage. While he waits to see if the city issues a citation, the two discuss the legal and social arguments.
Craig's guests today include Winona Bynum of the Detroit Food Policy Council, and Danielle Todd of Make Food Not Waste. They are part of Food Secure Detroit, a partnership of 8 agencies that has just been awarded 1 million dollars to help people in need of food assistance during the pandemic.
Then, in segment two, Craig has some thoughts on the bizarre spectacle of tens of thousands of people tuning into the Michigan State Board of Canvassers meeting on Monday, something that up until now has seemed quite dull to everyone but the biggest political nerds.
Craig and regular Monday guest Pat Batcheller of WDET break down the weekend's football action, which included a rather lackluster effort by the Detroit Lions, and a Michigan win at Rutgers, which was anything but pretty. On the plus side, the Western Michigan Broncos are undefeated at this point.
The weekly roundtable looks into the controversy surrounding the certification of the vote in Wayne County; the Michigan Legislative leadership heads to the White House; Covid is out of control; and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week." Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, attorney Todd Perkins, and lontime Detroit journalist Darrell Dawsey.
Craig's guests today are Matthew Roling, founding executive director of Wayne State’s Office of Business Innovation, and Julie Hollinshead, adjunct faculty member of the Finance Department a the Mike Ilitch School of Business at WSU. The two are responsible for the launch of a new Pilot Program, the WSU Financial Capability Center. It is designed to give students access to financial tools and qualified individuals who can support, guide and enable them to organize and stabilize their lives financially and get on the road to financial security.
Craig is joined by regular Monday Morning QB Pat Batcheller of WDET to talk about the weekend's football. Michigan and Michigan State are both staring at historically bad seasons, while the Lions are just interesting enough to keep us paying attention.
Craig and the panel break down the big stories of the week, including the President's ongoing efforts to sow doubt in people's minds that he actually lost the election; the Covid crisis continues to grow; and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week." Guests this week include Deadline Detroit staffers Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, plus special guests Susan Demas of the Michigan Advance, and Joe DiSano, longtime political strategist and founder of DiSano Strategies.
Craig's guest is Rod Miller, CEO of Invest Puerto Rico, the agency tasked with encouraging economic development in the U.S. territory. Rod is the former director of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, and also worked on economic development projects in New Orleans. He makes a compelling case for why business should consider Puerto Rico, and also encourages those of us that work remotely to consider the Island as a potential new "office".
Craig's guest is WDET morning anchor Pat Batcheller. The two break down the state of football in Michigan. Given the huge struggles Michigan and MSU are both going through, and the Lions being, well, the Lions, it's going to be a LONG season in our state.
Craig is joined by his fellow Deadline Detroit teammates, Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer; plus special guests, Attorney Steve Fishman, and Vaughn Derderian, Chair of the Oakland County Democratic Party.
Craig's guest is Nancy Wang, Executive Director of "Voters Not Politicians". The two discuss the record turnout in the state, and the fact that well over half of Michigan voters took advantage of new voting options approved by voters in 2018. They look at the turnout numbers, and the effort it took to make sure voters, and election officials were ready for the major changes. Plus, Craig shares his thoughts on the lack of a "blue wave" this time around.
Craig gives his thoughts on what is shaping up to be a historic turnout election day. Will the results give us a clearer picture of what American's really want?
Craig is joined by Pat Batcheller, morning anchor at WDET, to break down the weekend's football fun. Michigan State is celebrating after a big win in the Big House, defeating the Wolverines, and creating speculation on the future of Coach Jim Harbaugh's future with Michigan. Meanwhile, the Lions miss an opportunity to pick up ground in their division, after getting pummeled by the Indianapolis Colts.
Craig's guests this week incluce Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press, and Former Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. The panel discussed the recent spike in COVID cases nationwide, the upcoming election, and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week,."
Craig's guest is lontime journalist, pollster, and Associate Professor of Communications at UofM Dearborn, Tim Kiska. Four years ago, Kiska, along with many other political watchers were suprised by the strong turnout for Donald Trump in Michigan, and the weak turnout for his opponent Hillary Clinton. With many Democrats uneasy about any lead, and Republicans confident that a repeat of 2016 is on the way, what's going on with the polling data this year, and at what point could we potentially be able to declare a winner here in Michigan?
Craig's guest today is Elyse Foltyn, Board Chair at The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD). MOCAD has had a tumultuous 2020, as it dealt with charges that museum leadership was insensitive to racial issues, and created a toxic work environment. After an investigation, changes were made at the Executive Director level, and certain employees that had been let go by the previous director have been brought back. MOCAD also appointed some new board members, and says it is now finding its footing and getting back to its mission.
Craig is joined by regular Monday guest Pat Batcheller of WDET to break down the weekend's football action, which featured an improbable Lions victory, a dominating performance by the Michigan Wolverines, and a way less than good performance by the MSU Spartans.
Craig's regular weekly discussion of the big news of the week. Panelists this week include Portia Roberson, CEO of Focus:Hope; Stephen Henderson, host of "Detroit Today" on WDET; and Devin Scillian, lead news anchor at WDIV, Channel 4 in Detroit. The team breaks down the final debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, and of course, have nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig's guest is Paul Eisenstein, publisher of TheDetroitBureau.Com about the increasing number of electric vehicles being announce by companies large and small. Charge life is getting longer, costs are coming down, and we'll have more choices than ever soon. Are consumers ready for the switch?
Craig's guest is State Senator Marshall Bullock (D-4). The two discuss Saturday's incident where police were called for "suspicious behavior" as Bullock and two other Black politicians were campaigning in a white neighborhood in St. Joseph, Michigan. Craig also has some thoughts on the settlement that the U.S. Justice department announced today with Purdue Pharma, the company that makes OxyContin. Plus, some thoughts on a new poll released today that shows some 50% (???) of Trump voters believe at least parts of the beyond far fetched "Qanon" conspiracy.
Craig is joined for regular Monday morning sports banter by his longtime friend Pat Batcheller of WDET, Detroit Public Radio. The two discuss the Lions win over the Jaguars, the upcoming World Series, the return of Big Ten football, and the retirement of longtime NHL announcer, Doc Emrick.
Craig is joined by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, with special guests, attorney Todd Perkins, and PR specialist Greg Bowens. Topics include the SCOTUS hearings, the dueling town hall meetings of President Trump and Vice President Joe Biden, the New York Post story about Hunter Biden, and of course, our nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig's guest is Mary Beth Kelly. Kelly is a former Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, and is now seeking a seat on the Wayne County Circuit Court.
Craig's guest is photographer / artist / Marcus Lyon, who's latest work, i.Detroit: A Human Atlas of an American City,launches this week. i.Detroit is a sprawling look at 100 Detroiters through multiple lenses. An interactive work, it includes photography, oral histories, DNA profiles, and much more. The book gives us a detailed look at the people that make up our city. The virtual book launch takes place on Thursday. Details can be found here.
Craig is joined by Deadline Detroit colleague Violet Ikanomova to discuss her latest story, in which she found a number of Detroiters that either have stopped voting, or never voted...to ask them why.
Craig is joined by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, plus special guests Steve Fishman and David Rudolph. The group discusses the alleged plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, President Trump's alleged recovery from Covid, the Vice Presidential debate, and of course, their nominees for "Schmuck of the Week".
Craig is joined by epidemiologist Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, former Democratic candidate for Governor in Michigan. He is also the former Director of the Detroit Health Department, and is a regular contributor to CNN, and also hosts a podcast "America Dissected". The two discuss the President's recent positive Covid test, and the inequities in the health care system. They also discuss the difficulty of meaningful change to the health care system in the era of misinformation. Dr. El-Sayed's latest book is entitiled "Healing Politics: A Doctor's Journey Into the Heart Of Our Political Epidemic".
Craig speaks with Deadline Detroit Contributor Eric Starkman about Beaumont Health System's decision to end merger talks with Illinois based Advocate Aurora Health. Eric Starkman has been writing about the proposed deal for months, and his reporting directly led to the increased scrutiny that ultimately doomed the plan. That doesn't mean his reporting on Beaumont is done; far from it. They discuss what's next, and what decisions the major health care provider needs to make over the coming months.
Craig is joined by regular football season Monday guest Pat Batcheller of WDET, to discuss the latest Lion's game. This game was bad...really bad, especially for the team's defense. The familiar drumbeat of "fire the coach" and "sell the team" is getting louder in Detroit. October 5, 2020
The Deadline Detroit crew break down the big stories of the week, including President Trump's acknowledgement that he and his wife have tested positive for the Coronavirus. Also discussed are the big debate, the First Lady and her secretly taped phone conversations and a lot more.
Craig's guests are Autumn Kyles of Proxie Detroit, and Gabe Bedoya of Honigman, LLP, discussing their new partnership that aims to Help Black Women-Owned Businesses in Metro Detroit. They plan to help the largest growing sector of entrepreneurs with growth strategies, legal advice, and more. Plus, Craig previews tonight's debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden.
Craig is joined by his old friend and WDET morning anchor Pat Batcheller to discuss the Lions somewhat suprising victory on the road in Arizona on Sunday. Is this the beginning of a turnaround for our gridiron heroes, or just another bit of fool's gold?
Craig's is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests, Greg Bowens and Steve Fishman to break down the big stories of the week, including a charge being filed in the Breonna Taylor case in Louisville; the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg and the fight over her seat on the court; Donald Trump's refusal to say he will accept the outcome of the November election; and of course, our nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig speaks with CNN's Chief Foreign Correspondent, Clarissa Ward. Her new memoir, "On All Fronts: The Education Of a Journalist" examines her award winning career in some of the most dangerous conflict zones in the world, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Syria. The book is a deeply personal look at her work, and also the changing landscape of world politics and journalism. Clarissa Ward has won five Emmy Awards, two George Foster Peabody Awards, an Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award, two Edward R. Murrow Awards for distinguished journalism, honors from the Radio and Television Correspondents' Association, the 2016 David Kaplan Award from the Overseas Press Club, and the Excellence in International Reporting Award from the International Center for Journalists.
Craig's guest today is Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein. The two talk about the Justice's recent thoughts on dealing with shutdowns, zoom calls, and even the basics of getting basic necessities during the pandemic. Justice Bernstein is blind, and has something to say about how people with disabilities are even more negatively impacted by the pandemic than many of us realize.
Craig's guest is Victoria Kovari, Executive Director of the Detroit 2020 Census Campaign for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. Victoria discusses the challenges they have faced so far in getting an accurate count in the city, what steps the Federal Government could take to assist, and what needs to happen before the count is scheduled to close at the end of the month.
Craig is joined by his regular Monday morning quarterback friend, Pat Batcheller of WDET. The two discuss the beating the Detroit Lions took at the hands of the dread Green Bay Packers. The two also discuss the sudden retirment of Detroit Tiger manager Ron Gardenhire.
Craig is joined for his weekly news roundtable by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Nancy Kaffer of the Detroit Free Press Editorial Board, and Wayne State Senior Lecturer Saeed Khan.
Craig's guest is John Truscott, of Truscott Rossman and Associates. The formerly Lansing based firm has decided to make Detroit its new headquarters, in an attempt to expand it's client base outside the State of Michigan.
Craig's guest is Eric Tremonti, a videographer and television producer that decided to make a significant career change, becoming a master gardener as a way to make ends meet after his program, Under the Radar Michigan, was thrown into uncertainty due to the pandemic.
As is a Monday tradition, Craig is joined by WDET Anchor Pat Batcheller to break down the latest Detroit Lions loss. Lions fans had their heart ripped out yet again, as a last second touchdown that would have won the game for Detroit was dropped...showing again that the Lions just find spectacular ways not to win.
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests attorney Todd Perkins, and clinical psychologist Lynn Walsh. They discuss Bob Woodward's new book, and the 18 recorded interviews he did with President Trump. They also discuss the latest on the coronavirus response, new whistleblowers coming forward, the Presidential candidates visits to Michigan, and of course, the nominees for "schmuck of the week."
Craig speaks with two Detroit parents, Elizabeth Findeis and Tamara Smith, and Tamara's Daughter Blake Hern about what the first week of virtual school has been like. Elizabeth has two boys at U of D Jesuit, and a daughter at University Prep Charter School. Blake is a student at Cass Tech in Detroit.
Craig and his panel break down the big stories of the week, with regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Portia Roberson of Focus/Hope, and attorney Steve Fishman.
Craig speaks with Auto Insurance expert Douglas Heller about recent changes to Michigan's auto insurance laws, and whether we are being overcharged for insurance in the Covid era. Heller's recent research suggests that our reduced driving during the pandemic should have resulted in higher rebates to motorists.
Craig's guest is Mark Wallace, President and CEO of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy about the latest expansion of the Riverwalk. Work has officially begun on the long vacant Uniroyal property, which will allow for the public to access the entire waterfront from east of the Belle Isle Bridge to Downtown Detroit. The Uniroyal site, due to environmental contamination, has been a difficult piece of the Riverwalk puzzle to solve.
Craig's guest is Donald Rencher, Director of the City of Detroit's Housing and Revitalization Department. The two discuss a new development project Develop Detroit that broke ground last week. The $36.3 million development project includes a large percentage of affordable housing, including some set aside specifically for formerly homeless veterans. The two also discuss how the city is trying to preserve affordable housing as more neighborhoods attract new investment in Detroit.
Craig is joined for his weekly discussion of the big stories by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests Darryl Dawsey and ML Elrick. They break down the news of another police shooting and subsequent protests and violence in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Plus, the Republicans hold their convention, Jerry Falwell Jr. finds himself in some trouble, and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig speaks with fine artist and muralist Sydney James about her latest project, an 8000 square foot mural called "The Girl With the "D" Earring". The mural will be on the side of the Chroma project on East Grand Boulevard in Detroit's Milwaukee Junction section of the New Center area. James discusses the theme of the painting, which is based on Vermeer's "Girl with Pearl Earring" but with a decidedly Detroit twist. They also discuss the process of creating such a large work, and the importance of public art.
Craig speaks with Sandra Hughes O'Brien, who is running for a second term on the Wayne State University Board of Governors. The position is elected by statewide vote for an eight year term. The last term was punctuated by tensions between members of the board over a number of issues, including the future of the WSU medical school, and the presidency of M. Roy Wilson.
Craig and his panel break down the big stories of the week, including the Democratic Convention, Steve Bannon's indictment, the latest on Covid, and of course, nominees for "The Schmuck of the Week." Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, with special guests Stephen Henderson of WDET / DPTV / and Bridge Detroit, and former state legislator and political consultant Buzz Thomas.
Craig's guest is Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. They discuss the upcoming elections, voting by mail, Michigan's lawsuit against the United States Postal Service, and when we can expect results after the November election.
Craig breaks down the week's big stories with guests Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, PR Consultant Greg Bowens, and Wayne State Lecturer Saeed Khan.
Craig's guest is Sean Egan, Michigan COVID-19 Workplace Safety Director. Mr. Egan and the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity are hosting a series of webinars for business owners in college towns across the state. As students are returning to campuses, LEO will help at risk businesses like bars, restaurants, gyms, and certain retailers understand what they can do to reopen, stay open and keep the community safe.
Craig is joined by Olga Stella of Design Core Detroit, which hosts the annual Detroit Month of Design festival. The group is thinking hard about the role of design in helping Detroit businesses and communities adapt and thrive during COVID-19.
Craig's weekly panel takes on the big news of the week, including President Trump's interview with Axios, the explosion in Beirut, the ongoing pandemic, and of course, nominees for "Schmuck of the Week." Guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus, special guests attorney Todd Perkins, and WDIV Anchor Devin Scillian.
Craig's guest is Vicki Kovari, Executive Director of the Detroit 2020 Census Count. She gives an update on Detroit's response rate so far, and comments on why the Census Bureau's about face on the counting deadline could hurt cities like Detroit. Then, Craig has some thoughts on how politics should be left out of the Census, especially if it threatens the accuracy of this important count.
FYI...if you haven't filled out your Census form yet, go here!
Craig has some thought's on Missouri voter's decision to approve an expansion of Medicaid in their State, despite their Republican Governor's opposition to it. What does it say about where the people are on improving access to health care, especially during a pandemic? And...the Republicans keep talking about improving the health care system...where's the plan?
"The Craig Fahle Show" on Deadline Detroit talks with Bobbie Kaster, owner of Bar Flies Staffing, about the challenges of hiring staff for bars and restaurants in the Covid era.
"There are a lot of people who are leaving this business, a lot of really great talent we're watching go out the door because of the uncertainty," says Kaster, whose placement agency hires staff primarily for Downriver hospitality businesses. Some workers worry about being exposed to the virus, then coming home to their family.
As a result, plenty of positions are available. "Everybody is looking for good staff."
Craig breaks down the big news stores of the past week. Today, he is joined by Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, Nancy Kaffer, Columnist for the Detroit Free Press, Columnist and filmmaker Desiree Cooper, and Attorney Steve Fishman.
Eric Starkman, contributor to Deadline Detroit and author of a blog, Starkman Approved, joins Craig today to discuss his series of stories about Beaumont Health, and its proposed merger with Illinois-based Advocate Aurora Health. The proposed deal is beginning to draw scrutiny from employees, health care industry watchers, and now, the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Craig is joined today by Sharman Davenport, CEO of Turning Point. The non-profit is turning 40 years old, and unfortunately finding itself dealing with a spike in its caseload to to shelter in place orders and other impacts of the pandemic.
Craig's weekly panel includes regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, Focus/Hope CEO Portia Roberson, and Former Michigan Legislator and consultant Coleman Young II. Topics include President Trump's interview with Chris Wallace of Fox, the latest on the pandemic, the cancellation of the Republican Convention in Florida, and of course, nominees for the coveted "Schmuck of the Week" award.
Craig's guest today is longtime TV news exec and talent agent Mort Meisner. His decades of experience as a music promoter, then television news professional are the basis for his new memoir, "Enough To Be Dangerous".
Craig's guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, PR consultant Greg Bowens, and Attorney Joel Sklar. Topics include the ongoing pandemic, Donald and Ivanka Trump advertising Goya products, the incarceration of a teen probationer for not doing her homework, and the release of body camera footage by Detroit Police that brought down tensions over a police shooting last week. As always, the show ends with nominees for the "Schmuck of the Week" award.
Craig is joined by Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com to discuss Ford's unveiling of not one, but three new Bronco models. The company used some fairly unorthodox methods to unveil the new SUV's, which it hopes will put a big dent in Jeep's dominance of the off-road market.
Craig's guest is Bailey Sisoy-Moore, Executive Director of Detroit History Tours, and leader of the Detroit History Club. The company announced a new virtual tour app that will allow users to explore Detroit in a new way, at a time when in person tours aren't possible.
Craig's guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, with special guests Todd Perkins of Perkins Law Group, and news reporter/anchor Charlie Langton of Fox 2 Detroit. Topics this week include whether or not we can safely open schools, The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's tax returns, and of course, the "Schmuck of the Week" nominees.
Craig is joined by New Detroit CEO Mike Rafferty to talk about their newly written "Declaration of War on Racism". The organization was created in the wake of the 1967 rebellion in Detroit, and continues to work to eradicate racism and discrimination in our workplaces and institutions. After the interview with Mike Rafferty, Craig reads the Declaration. If you would like to read, and sign the Declaration, it can be found here:
Craig's guest today is RJ King, editor of DBusiness, and the host of the new podcast, "How to Grow Your Business". Topics include how businesses are navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, and what tips business leaders are offering during this trying time.
Craig is joined by Megan Owens of Transportation Riders United (TRU) to discuss the impact Covid is having on our transit system, which is critically important for many of our front line responders during the crisis. TRU will be hosting an online forum on Wednesday night to inform the public on safety measures being taken, and on what we have learned so far that can lead to better service in the future.
For more information on how to participate in Wednesday's meeting, click HERE
Craig talks with Pontiac Mayor Dr. Deirdre Waterman, who has served in the role since 2014. The City has underone some radical changes since emerging from emergency financial management in late 2013.
Craig is joined by regular guests Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, as well as special guests Greg Bowens and attorney Steve Fishman. This week, they discuss the coronavirus, mask use, William Barr, Trump's reelection prospects, and the annual boat float that is the Jobbie Nooner. As always, there are good candidates for the "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig talks with attorney and former Detroit cop David Robinson about his new book "You see a Hero, I see a Human Being". Robinson argues that reform of police departments requires first adhering to, and enforcing the rules that are already on the books. He also suggests that judges and juries are too deferential to police, making it easier for officers to evade real scrutiny of their actions. He also says police attitudes must change. According to Robinson, “Obtaining the best possible outcomes begins with reexamining police culture and shifting to a new way of looking at what can go right, rather than go wrong, if police officers approach these moments differently.”
For this week's news recap, Craig is joined by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests Portia Roberson of Focus:Hope, and longtime journalist, author and filmmaker Desiree Cooper. They discuss the significance of Juneteenth, The big week at the U.S. Supreme Court, John Bolton's new tell-all book, and of course, nominate a "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig is joined by four students from Detroit's MLK High School, to discuss the strange senior year they experienced, with everything from Coronavirus to Black Lives Matter, canceled proms, virtual graduations, and drive through graduation parties. They discussed the importance of voting, whether it will make a difference, and also what they plan to do with their futures. The four, De Ondre Buford, Ra Shawn Williams, Peny Boone, and Ridgeley Hudson, Jr. are the biggest scholarship awardees from the DPSCD this year.
Craig's guest is John Hartig, former Director of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Board Member for the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, and the author of "Waterfront Porch: Reclaiming Detroit's Industrial Waterfront as a Gathering Place For All". The two discuss the importance of people reconnecting with the Detroit River, and the environmental benefits of restoring this vital habitat.
Craig's guests this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus Deadline contributor Greg Bowens, and Wayne State University Lecturer Saeed Khan.
Craig's guest is Anita Fox, Director of the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. Beginning July 2, motorists in Michigan have new options when it comes to their auto insurance coverage. Insurance rates in Michigan have been higher than the rest of the country for years, and in some cities like Detroit, the high cost of insurance has often made car ownership unobtainable for many, and also forced many people to drive without insurance. Will the new changes to the law help reduce the number of uninsured drivers? Also, what kind of savings should people expect if they opt for lower coverage amounts? All of it is discussed here.
Craig is joined by Ken Coleman, contributor to The Michigan Advance, Board Member for the Michigan Historical Society, and author of "On This Day: African American Life in Detroit. They discuss recent protests, and how they compare to high profile actions of the past in Detroit.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guests Portia Roberson of Focus/Hope, and Darrell Dawsey of Wayne State University. Topics include protests around the country over the death of George Floyd and the President's response. As always, there are also nominees for "The Schmuck of the Week".
Craig speaks with Alexis Wiley, Mayor Mike Duggan's Chief of Staff about recent protests in Detroit, and why, so far at least, Detroit has seen much less of the vandalism and looting than is happening in other cities. They discuss the curfew, the approach the police are taking with residents, work that is being done to improve relations between the police and citizens, trying to ensure the media can do its job in covering the protests, and more.
Craig is joined by Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, PR Expert Greg Bowens, and M.L. Elrick of the Detroit Free Press for a spirited discussion of the news of the week. Topics include the dangerous protests in Minneapolis, Kwame Kilpatrick's status as a Federal inmate and more.
"The Craig Fahle Show" on Deadline Detroit talks to three owners of popular Detroit restaurants about surviving the Covid crisis and the challenges they face in the coming months when they reopen their dining rooms.
The owners are Sandy Levine, owner of Chartreuse; Marc Djozlija, owner of Wright & Company and The Peterboro; and Tony Sacco, owner of Mootz Pizzeria. All offer takeout service currently.
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and two special guests, Attorney Steve Fishman, and Clinical Psychologist Lynn Walsh. The group breaks down the big stories of the week. As always, the gang has their nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
Craig discusses Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's decision to mail absentee ballot applications to all 7.7 million registered voters in Michigan. The plan is facing opposition from Republican lawmakers.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by special guest Coleman Young II to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics include the ongoing pandemic, the so called "scandal" that is Obamagate, the legal settlement between the State of Michigan and the Detroit Public Schools, and of course, the "Schmuck of the Week".
Craig is joined by Kelli Dobner, Chief Advancement Officer for Samaritas, a Detroit based nonprofit that works with seniors, children in foster care, the homeless, immigrants, and refugees. These vulnerable populations still need services, and the pandemic is adding challenges to already difficult situations.
Craig is joined by his regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and also by special Deadline contributor Greg Bowens. Topics include the ongoing coronavirus crisis and our response to it, the arrest of two men related to the shooting of Ahmoud Arbery, and a ton more.
Craig sits down with Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent of the Detroit Public Schools Community District to talk about the challenge of educating kids during the pandemic.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, and frequent guest and noted attorney Steve Fishman to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics include the armed protests at the Michigan Capitol building, and a very tight competition for "Schmuck of the Week" honors.
Today, Craig is joined by Labor and Employment Attorney Sean Crotty of Honigman, to discuss important legal questions being raised as we start to reopen workplaces amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Sean answers questions about worker's and employers rights and responsibilities when it comes to ensuring fair and safe working conditions.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by special guest, attorney Steve Fishman to break down the news of the week.
Today, Craig talks about Tom Wilson, aka "Tom From Northwest Detroit", a regular listener, caller, and friend that lost his battle with the Coronavirus this week.
Craig is joined by regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by a special guest, Alex Fahle, a college student and political science major. (yes, he's related.)
Craig speaks with Andrew Barnard, a mechanical engineer at Michigan Tech and director of the Great Lakes Research Center. He’s part of the engineering team that developed the MTU Sanitizer, a mobile sanitizing unit that can extend the life of vital personal protective equipment that is in short supply at so many hospitals and clinics that are on the front lines of the fight against Covid-19.
Craig talks with Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com about his new project, Neighbors That Care. As the nation struggles to battle the coronavirus, we are seeing devastating numbers of people falling victim to it. This time, it’s our doctors and nurses, our police officers, firefighters and EMS crews manning the front lines, and putting themselves in harm's way to protect us. These first responders are working nearly around the clock, facing overcrowded hospitals and shortages of medical equipment, while watching the situation grow more dire by the day. Then, in their rare moments off duty, they struggle to find time to sleep, to shop, and to cook. They’re our friends and family and neighbors and, much like the members of America’s military, they deserve both our respect for the danger they face daily, as well as our assistance. That’s where “Neighbors That Care” comes in.
Craig is joined by regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to discuss the week's big news. topics include: Coronavirus and the Government's response; Governor Gretchen Whitmer is getting some attention from Joe Biden;and of course, our nominations for "Schmuck(s) of the Week."
Despite the Covid 19 Crisis, Wisconsin is holding its primary election today. Craig talks with Noah Ovshinsky, News Director at Wisconsin Public Radio about today's controversial election, and the legal wrangling that kept it in place for today.
Craig is joined remotely by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to break down the week's news, including the regular "Schmuck of the Week" segment.
Craig is joined by Paul Eisenstein, Publisher of TheDetroitBureau.com for a very frank discussion about the automakers' response to the Covid-19 threat. Also on the agenda is the cancellation of the upcoming Detroit Auto Show, and how well the companies are set up to ride out the ecomomic uncertainty we are all living with now.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit to discuss the big stories of the week. Of course, the Coronavirus pandemic is front and center for everything we all are talking about right now.
Today, Craig has thoughts about people like Glenn Beck, who suggests he'd "rather die" than see the economy fall apart due to the Coronavirus.
Today, Craig discusses leadership in a time of crisis...and reminds us that it wasn't that long ago that we expected the President to provide it.
Craig talks with Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber about how that organization is trying to help its members in this uncertain time. Then, Craig talks to David Armin Parcells of Motor City Wine about how his small business is managing under tight orders from the Government.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and Vaughn Derderian, Chair of the Oakland County Democratic Party about the latest news. Coronavirus, the Democratic side of the Presidential contest, and the "schmuck of the week" are all on the agenda.
Craig talks to Pat O'Keefe, CEO and Founder of Bloomfield Hills based O'Keefe, about the Coronavirus crisis, and how businesses large and small can try to ride out the storm. Then, Craig is joined by Ned Staebler of TechTown Detroit about a new program giving emergency grants to small businesses in Detroit to help them stay afloat as their customer base dwindles.
Today, Craig discusses the President's plan to put forth an 850 billion dollar stimulus package to combat the impact of the Coronavirus. He hinted that it might include cash in people's pockets.
Craig sits down with regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and noted defense attorney Steve Fishman to discuss the big stories of the week. Can you believe it has only been three days since the primary? The Coronavirus has taken up all of the space, for good reason. They discuss it all today.
Craig talks with Allandra Bulger of Co.Act Detroit about what it takes to help non-profits grow and thrive in Detroit.
The title says it all...it's the annual lecture on the importance of having your voice heard.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of DeadlineDetroit.com, with special guest Coleman Young II. Subjects include the upcoming Michigan Primary, the Coronavirus, the sudden closing and liquidation of Art Van, and our latest segment, "The Schmuck of the Week." It's a tough competition this week.
Craig talks to David Flynn, Senior Vice President for Public and Community Affairs for the Detroit Institute of Arts about the upcoming millage election next week...plus, Craig shares his thoughts on the candidate consolidation taking place on the Democratic side of the presidential race, and reminds voters to look at the bigger picture.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, and attorney Steve Fishman to break down the news of the week. We discuss the Coronavirus spread, the impact on the stock market, the Democratic debate, Kwame Kilpatrick, and our newest feature of the show, the "Schmuck of the Week."
A recent comment by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that a possible Coronavirus vaccine might not be "affordable" for everyone got Craig thinking that this statement epitomizes what's wrong with our current health care system. Democrats are all pushing for some form of universal health coverage but its often dismissed as an expensive pipe dream at best, or at worst, the first step towards communism. Craig says at least the Democrats acknowledge that the status quo isn't good...and that It's time for media AND voters to actually get over their fear, and take a real look at the various plans, and what they might offer.
Craig speaks with Matthew Abel, Lead Counsel and founder of Cannabis Counsel in Detroit, and the head of NORML in Michigan about the confusion surrounding legal recreational marijuana in our area. Different cities have different rules...some can't figure out what they want to do, and some are facing lawsuits for their indecision.
Craig is joined by regular contributor Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and by Matthew Abel, the founder and senior partner of Cannabis Counsel. Topics include Russian attempts to influence the 2020 elections and the fallout from a congressional briefing on the topic; this past week's Democratic debate in Nevada, the status of recreational marijuana in Detroit and Southeast Michigan, and a lot more.
Craig is joined by Victoria Kovari, Executive Director of Detroit Census 2020 about why the Census matters, and why it's so hard to get an accurate count in Detroit. Plus, Craig has some thoughts on tonight's (Wednesday 2/19/10) Democratic Debate, and what's at stake.
Craig recently spoke with Detroit Future City Executive Director Anika Goss about it's new Center for Equity, Engagement and Research. They discuss ways to measure inclusion and equity when it comes to the resurgence of Detroit. How can we make sure more people are included in the city's rebound, and what things should we be looking at to make sure it's happening?
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and Detroit attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar to discuss the big stories of the week. Subjects include the controversy in the Justice department, the New Hampshire Primary, Fights in Lansing, and more.
Craig talks to Andy Meisner, Oakland County Treasurer, and Democratic Candidate for Oakland County Executive. Subjects include foreclosure prevention, job creation for returning citizens, the county's fiscal health, and more.
Craig speaks with Eric Lupher, President of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan about their latest research, which looks into the problem of underemployment, and the barriers that exist for many of those looking to improve their economic health.
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by Special guest, attorney and Former Democratic Nominee for Governor, Geoffrey Fieger for the weekly discussion of the week's news. Topics this week (and they were all over the place) include The State of the Union, Trump's aquittal, auto insurance, and even attorney Mike Morse.
Craig talks about Tuesday night's State of The Union Address delivered by President Trump, and also about what we should be thinking about in the wake of the Iowa Caucus.
Craig is joined for his weekly news roundup by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer, and also by noted defense attorney Steve Fishman. Topics this week include the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump in the US Senate; the State of the State address delivered this week by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer; the upcoming Iowa Caucuses, and much more. As usual, we have as much fun as we can in these interesting times.
Craig talks about the future of retail businesses in Detroit with Sarah Donnelly, Director of Retail Services for TechTown Detroit. As the city works to rebuild neighborhoods, attracting retailers is a big part of that effort...but traditional brick and mortar stores are dealing with a changing business climate. Sarah Donnelly talks about programs that are designed to help.
Today, Craig is joined by regular Friday guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guest, defense attorney Steve Fishman. Topics include the impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate, accusations of improper conduct by State Senator Peter Lucido, accusations of racism from a local financial institution, and a lot more!
Craig is once again joined by attorney/author/historian Steve Lehto for a followup conversation about his planned canoe journey from Duluth to Detroit...did he make it? How far did he make it? Also...would he ever think about doing it again? Listen and find out. Fun stuff here!
Craig is joined by regular guest Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and attorneys Joel Sklar and Todd Perkins to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics today include the impending impeachment trial of Donald Trump in the U.S. Senate; a new tell-all book about the President's first term in office; the comments that found State Senator Peter Lucido (R-St. Clair Shores) in hot water; and yes, a proposed swordfight.
Craig speaks with local attorney / author / historian Steve Lehto about his book examining the legacy of Douglas Houghton, and his plans to recreate Houghton's canoe journey around the Great Lakes. It is quite an ambitious plan...some might even call it crazy. But it does sound fun!
On today's show, Craig talks about a ballot initiative backed by large corporations that seeks to expand protections for LGBTQ individuals under Michigan's Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act, and then has some thoughts on those that seek to make light of the military service of others in the age of an all-voluntary military. A recent Wall Street Journal op-ed spurred some conversation.
Craig is joined by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer, and also by special guest, former Michigan Legislator, now political consultant Coleman Young II. Topics this week include the continuing conflict with Iran, the looming impeachment trial for President Trump, over taxation on Detroit properties, rule changes for the EPA, and of course, long lines at Chick-Fil-A in Allen Park.
Today, Craig is joined by Paul Eisenstein, publisher of TheDetroitBureau.com about the latest automotive tech on display at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Also, they discuss the strange legal saga of former Renault / Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn. He recently escaped Japan as he was awaiting trial.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are nearing an all time high after recent Iranian provocations which ultimately led to a U.S. drone strike of Iran's second highest ranking government official on Iraqi soil. The international community is scrambling to adjust to the heightened tensions, while Iran's leadership, as well as President Trump continue to taunt each other via official statements and social media. Deadline Detroit's Craig Fahle sat down to discuss the situation with Saeed Khan, a Senior Lecturer in Near East and Asian studies at Wayne State Univerisity, and an expert on middle eastern history and politics. They discussed the political and economic ramifications of the escalation in hostilities, as well as the potential impact on neighboring countries in the Middle East.
Today, Craig speaks with Peter Ripmaster, 2018 Iditarod Trail International foot race champion. Think about running over 30 miles per day, in winter, in Alaska, for nearly 30 days straight...all the way from Anchorage to Nome; 1000 miles, by yourself, pulling your equipment behind you. Peter has a remarkable story to tell, which he does now as a motivational speaker.
Craig speaks with Bailey Sisoy Isgro of Detroit History Tours about her recent experience with a social media "influencer" that threatened her with a bad review if she didn't give a bunch of free stuff. They also discussed the company's growth, and the increasing interest in touring around Detroit's past.
In this "best of 2019" podcast, I spoke with the Reverend Faith Fowler of Cass Community Social Services about best practices for helping those that are homeless. The discussion came on the heels of President Trump saying it may be time for the Federal Government to "intercede" on the issue. Reverend Fowler has been doing amazing work in this city for decades. I am always happy to have her on the show!
Craig is joined by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel, and special guest, investigative reporter M.L. Elrick. Topics this week: impeachment (duh), The Democratic debate, corruption allegations in Taylor, and a really strange story involving Grinder and Arby's.
Craig sat down with Isaac Lymon of Raxplay, a TechTown Detroit based company that connects artists, music, and fans through virtual and augmented reality technology. Imagine hearing, seeing, and feeling music in ways we haven't thought of yet.
On today's podcast, we begin looking back on the best interviews and shows from the past year. Today, I revisit my first show for Deadline Detroit, from January 3rd of 2019. In it, I discussed the first days of the Whitmer administration, the "outrage" over Rashida Tlaib's use of profanity in describing President Trump, and the need for real action on auto insurance reform in Michigan. It's always fun to see how wrong or right I could be on certain things.
Craig sits down with Marlo Rencher, Director of Technology-Based Programs for Techtown Detroit. They discuss "radical inclusion", and how to get more women and people of color to enter the technology space, especially through entrepreneurship. They also preview Wednesday night's "Start Studio" Showcase event happening at Techtown.
Craig is joined by regular co-hosts Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by special guest, attorney Todd Perkins to discuss the week's bit stories. Impeachment, Time's "Person of the Year", brexit, and even 140 year old fruitcake.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel to discuss the big stories of the week. Impeachment, Kid Rock's break up with his hometown, the notorious fatberg from Macomb County, and more.
Craig's guest is former Michigan Legislator and Detroit Mayoral Candidate Coleman Young II. They discuss everything from blight to gerrymandering, to housing and inclusion.
WDIV's Steve Garagiola joins Craig to discuss the newest season of their podcast "Shattered". Season four focuses on the life, legacy, and the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. His disappearance in 1975 has captured our attention for decades...and now includes a new feature film. But Hoffa's story is so much more than just his disappearance.
Craig is joined by regular Monday football friend Pat Batcheller of WDET to discuss the sad state of affairs for the Wolverine, Lions and Spartans...but also to talk about the bit of good news that does exist for our gridiron heroes.
Craig is joined by George Hunter, longtime Detroit News crime reporter, about his new podcast "Sins of Detroit." Season one focuses on people who were wrongfully convicted in Detroit, and explores the roots on why it happens more often than we'd like.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, along with defense attorney Steve Fishman to break down the news of the week. Not surprisingly, the impeachment proceedings are front and center. Other topics include problems at the UAW, partisan sniping in Lansing, and recreational pot in Michigan.
Craig sits down with Chantá Parker of Neighborhood Defender Service and James Heath, Corp Counsel for Wayne County to discuss a new partnership between the County and NDS that looks to improve the quality of representation for indigent defendants in the criminal justice system.
Craig is joined by Photographer and storyteller Kenny Karpov to discuss his upcoming exhibition "Despite it All We Never Learn". The book and photo / audio exhibit is an in depth look at his four years spent working with NGOs that help asylum seekers as they try to cross the Mediterranean Sea. Fascinating stuff.
Craig is joined by Ned Staebler, President and CEO of Techtown, also VP of Economic Development for Wayne State University to talk about the latest news at WSU. With all of the attention focused on the Board of Governors, a lot of really good news is going overlooked. In part two of the show, WDET's Pat Batcheller and Craig discuss the Lions latest loss...and the big win for the Wolverines over the Spartans.
Craig is joined for his weekly news roundup by Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and longtime attorneys Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman. Topics include the latest school shooting, and the Supreme Court's decision to allow a case against gun maker Remington to go forward; the impeachment proceedings against President Trump; Stephen Miller's emails; the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's plans to give musical instruments to any kid in the city that wants to learn to play, and a lot more.
Craig discusses the latest school shooting, and how the Supreme Court decision may give some hope to victim's families. In segment two, Craig reacts to day 1 of public testimony in the impeachment inquiry, and looks at some of the claims being made.
Craig is joined by his regular co hosts Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to break down the big stories of the week. Impeachment, problems at Wayne State, the demise of Kmart, and much more!
Craig is joined by Emily Schaller of the Rock CF Foundation to discuss the news of a BIG breakthrough on treatments for those with Cystic Fibrosis. The news is indeed a game changer, but it is not a cure. The two discuss the role of the Rock CF Foundation, and the advocacy work that still needs to be done.
Craig is joined by regular sports contributor Pat Batcheller of WDET to discuss the latest soul-crushing loss by our beloved Detroit Lions. Also, a little bit of college football gets tossed around for fun.
Craig is joined by his regular Friday co-hosts, Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to discuss the big stories of the week. Impeachment, denial, bad PR, and a lot more. Also...don't be stingy with the Halloween candy!
Craig travels to TechTown Detroit to discuss the issue of talent. Amazon says we don't have enough. UofM and Dan Gilbert want to expand to Detroit to help grow the talent pipeline. That said, Ned Staebler, CEO of TechTown says maybe we aren't looking close enough at the talent that is already here.
Craig is joined by noted attorney Steve Fishman to talk about the big stories in the news this week...which again was dominated by the impeachment hearings taking place in Washington. They also touch on deleted emails, bad PR for a Michigan brewery, bad comments made by politicians, and whether the Pistons may be halfway decent this year.
Craig talks with Louis Piszker of Wayne Metro Community Action Agency. They are involved in a whole host of problem solving activities for those in need of assistance. Topics include foreclosure prevention and refugee resettlement, among others.
Craig sits down with Megan Owens of Transportation Riders United to discuss the latest on transit, mobility, and equity in transit in advance of their informational event on Wednesday in downtown Detroit. Then, Pat Batcheller of WDET - FM joins us to discuss the tough football weekend in Michigan.
Today, Craig and guests Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and attorney Joel Sklar discuss the news of the week, including Mick Mulvaney's telling the media and Americans to "get over it" when it comes to a quid pro quo; President Trump's decision to host the G7 summit at his golf resort in Florida; Nancy Pelosi; Hunter Biden; gun laws in Michigan, and much more.
Craig talks with New York Times Television Critic and author James Poniewozik about the history of Television, and his new book "Audience of One: Donald Trump, Television, and the Fracturing of America". James will be appearing on Monday at the 95th Metro Detroit Book and Author Society luncheon in Livonia.
Craig speaks with DBusiness Editor RJ King about his new book, "Detroit: Engine of America"
Craig is joined by regular post Lions guest Pat Batcheller of WDET for the weekly roundup of the Lions game. Perhaps we shouldn't be shocked, but the Lions were once again involved in a close game that the referees had a big part in deciding.
Craig is joined by regulars Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, and special guest Todd Perkins of the Perkins Law Group to break down the big stories of the week.
Craig is joined by Dr. Paul Thomas of Plum Health in Detroit about his practice, and how it's different. It follows a model called Direct Primary Care, which is bringing transparency and affordability to health care.
Craig and Dr. McMahan discuss Kettering University's 100 anniversary, talk about the importance of science, the intersection of art and science, and really deep stuff about space.
Craig is joined by WSU Lecturer and Middle East expert Saeed Khan about the situation in Syria, as the President says he will withdraw U.S. Troops that have been aiding Kurdish fighters there. The move surprised everyone, including the top brass at the Pentagon, our allies, and our adversaries.
Craig talks about proposes changes in licensing requirements for Licensed Professional Counselors, or LPC's, in Michigan. Some argue the proposals could decimate the mental health safety net in our state. Craig's guest is Carol Zuniga, Executive Director of Hegira Health in Livonia, one of the largest community based mental health agencies in Michigan.
Craig, Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel break down the big stories of the week. Impeachment; budgets; Elizabeth Warren as a "cougar"; and of course, something called "hockey butt."
Craig speaks with Kelley Gossett, regional policy director for Airbnb. They discuss the proposed short term rental ordinance in Detroit, and how different cities have approached regulation of this growing part of the gig economy.
Craig discusses the weekends fireworks over impeachment, and reminds us to pay attention to the big picture. Also, Pat Batcheller joins us for our weekly Lions recap...a great game yesterday, but not a win for the gridiron heroes.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guest, Attorney Steve Fishman to discuss this week's big stories. Of course, the beginning of impeachment proceedings dominates.
Craig is joined by Susan Demas of Michigan Advance to discuss the budget situation in Lansing, and also by longtime music journalist Susan Whitall to talk about Motown Founder Berry Gordy's decision to retire at the age of 89.
Craig chats with Suzanne Scoville about her AirBnB business, what it's meant for her neighborhood in Detroit, and how proposed new rules threaten her livelihood.
Craig discusses some updated information on how the Republican majority may tackle the road funding issue here in Michigan...and it might include just not fixing some of them at all. And, Pat Batcheller of WDET joins us to talk about the weekend's football action. The Lions are surprising some of us early this year.
Craig is joined by regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guest, attorney Joel Sklar to break down the big stories of the week. Trump in trouble over a phone call to the Ukraine, Rudy Giuliani goes off, a strike at GM, and a lot more.
Craig talks about the Trump administration's attempt to keep California for setting its own rules on air quality and auto emissions standards. Also, the ads are everywhere, warning about insurance companies, price fixing, and hospital closures in response to a problem with so called "surprise billing." Not surpising, there is some big money behind these ads.
Craig speaks with Wayne State Senior Lecturer Saeed Khan about the latest tensions in the Middle East, following the bombing of a Saudi oil field this past week. Is the U.S. going to involve itself further in the conflict in Yemen?
Craig is joined by Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com to discuss the UAW strike against GM. Also, WDET news anchor Pat Batcheller returns! He and Craig talk all things Lions after the team's unexpected victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.
Craig is joined by regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to take on the big subjects of the week, including President Trump's bad polling numbers, John Bolton's departure from the Trump administration, Airbnb regulations in Detroit,a rare Tigers win, and the Lions find yet another way to disappoint.
Craig discusses two proposals in front of the Detroit City Council...one that changes ordinances for dog ownership in the city, and another that would regulate AirBnB operators in Detroit. These will be potential hot button issues for them this fall.
Craig talks with Chad Livengood of Crain's Detroit Business about the news today that a road funding plan is being kicked down the road, for now. Also, some thoughts on the less than satisfying performance by the Detroit Lions in their season opening tie with Arizona.
Craig breaks down the news of the week with regular panelists Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit. Topics include hurricane Dorian, sharpies, a ban on flavored vape products, lightbulbs, Brexit, and much more.
Craig discusses the proposal to ban flavored vape products, and tells us to remember what's really going on with the vape craze.
It's a double dose of the CF show on Deadline Detroit today...first, a conversation on design and retail with Hugh's Joe Posch, who is opening a new popup business in honor of Detroit Design Month. Then, what the heck is going on in Great Britain? Will they brexit, or not? We talk to two friends from across the pond about what is happening there, politically...is Boris Johnson going to drive the country off the Brexit cliff?
Craig is joined once again by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit to break down the week's news. Will we fix the damn roads? They also discuss President Trump and the Fed,GM,and yes, dropping nukes into hurricanes.
Craig is joined by Anna Clark, author of "The Poisoned City: Flint's Water and the American Urban Tragedy" about her latest piece in the Washington Post, looking at Foxconn and the state of Wisconsin's plans to divert water out of the Great Lakes basin...does it violate the spirit of the Great Lakes Compact? Will others try a similar way to get around restrictions on use of Great Lakes Water?
Craig has highlights from today's renaming ceremony, where Cobo Center was officially dubbed TCF Center. We will here from Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer, and the Rev. Wendell Anthony from the NAACP on why it's an important day in Detroit. Plus, Craig has a tribute to his former WDET colleague Nkenge Zola, who passed away on Monday. Special thanks to WDET for the audio!
Craig speaks with Greg Bowens about the ADOS movement- American Descendants of Slavery. It's goal is to seek redress for the injustices they argue are unique to black people who can trace their ancestry back to slaves on American soil. How is it impacting politics, and the national discussion on representation, reparations, and more?
Craig is joined by regular Week That Was contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit. Subjects this episode include the erratic week of President Trump, car emissions, guns, dogs, and a lot more.
Craig catches up with Susan Demas of Michigan Advance to talk about the Legislature returning to Lansing to work on the coming year's budget...but are they any closer to any kind of deal on road funding, or schools, or anything else for that matter? They have about a month to figure it out.
Craig is joined by Wayne State Economics Chair Kevin Cotter to discuss what's happening with the economy, what steps should be taken, and whether or not the President is helping or hurting the situation.
Craig discusses a new letter from the Business Rountable, a collection of the most powerful CEOs in America, in which they suggest it may be time to think about more than just shareholder value. Also, Ferndale Mayor Dave Coulter is the new leader in Oakland County. What changes might the Democrats make now that they are in charge for the first time EVER in Oakland County?
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics include the jockeying for position in Oakland County, Rashida Tlaib's clashes with President Trump and Israel, and a lot more.
Craig talks with Tom Watkins, who has spent much of the past few decades in China about how the Chinese media and people are talking about the protests in Hong Kong. You can read his take here: Then, Craig has some thoughts on the incredible shrinking librarian...Michigan has lost most of them in the past 20 years, and it is showing in our literacy and student achievement numbers.
Craig discusses the latest infighting happening as the parties in Oakland County jockey for power in the wake of the death of L. Brooks Patterson.
Craig has a conversation with Mary Muliett, Vice President of Community Services for Samaritas about the shortage of qualified home care providers in Michigan. Also, a quick progress update on the new FCA assembly plant in Detroit.
Craig, Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer discuss the big stories of the week, including the response so far to the shootings in El Paso and Dayton; the fight for L.Brooks Patterson's seat in Oakland County, and a lot more.
Craig speaks with Biggby Coffee Co-CEO Michael McFall about his new book, and life in the coffee business.
Craig speaks with Wayne State University Law Professor John Mogk about the split ruling at the Michigan Court of Appeals on a case that could majorly change how much money cities get from the State.
Craig discusses the mass violence in Dayton and the domestic terror incident in El Paso, and our responses to it so far. Also, some thoughts on the passing of L. Brooks Patterson, longtime leader of Oakland County.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel for their regular Friday roundup of the weeks news.
Craig is joined by Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit to discuss the second night of debates here in Detroit.
Yes, that show title is tongue in cheek. We talk about the format, and what we learned (or didn't) about the candidates in last night's Democratic debate at the Fox Theater.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer to discuss the happenings of the week.
Craig discusses the secret deal hashed out between California and four companies; Ford,VW,Honda and BMW, to bypass Trump on mileage standards. Also, we actually did hear important things in the Mueller hearings yesterday...the media shouldn't treat it like a cage match.
Craig discusses the testimony of Robert Mueller, the announcement by Congressman Paul Mitchell (R-10) that he will not seek reelection, the NAACP convention and the Democratic Presidential Candidates who have gathered to speak, and how it all fits together.
Craig talks with Deadline Detroit's Allan Lengel about his latest piece on his recent visit to the touring Auschwitz exhibit currently on display in New York.
Craig and Nancy Derringer break down the news of the week. Topics include the upcoming Democratic debates in Detroit, reaction to the President's recent comments about "The Squad", and apparently, its safe to go back in the water, at least for residents in one Macomb County subdivision.
Craig speaks with Julie Beamer of Gleaners Community Food Bank about their "My Neighborhood Mobile Grocery" program, and how it's helping those with food security and transportation issues eat healthier, and for less money.
Craig is joined by Wayne State Senior Lecturer Saeed Khan to discuss what's going on with Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and more. He also reacts to President Trump's tweet telling four members of Congress to "go back where they came from." It's something he knows about.
Craig speaks with Paul Eisenstein of The Detroit Bureau.com to talk about Ford's troubles surrounding bad transmissions on Focus and Fiesta models, the next generation Corvette, and a a new circuit for high speed electric cars that seems to be catching on.
Craig discusses the latest tweets from the President that target four minoritywomen members of Congress, and suggests that its time for the Republicans to figure out what they stand for...and clean up their own house rather than wait on the Democrats to come to them with an alternative to Trump.
Craig is joined by regulars Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer from Deadline Detroit, and by special guest, attorney Joel Sklar. Topics this week include a special "Trump vs Democrat" survey, the resignation of Labor Secretary Alex Acosta over the Epstein prosecution scandal, corruption in Macomb County and much more.
Craig talks with environmental law expert Nick Schroek of the University of Detroit Mercy about a number of issues important to the Great Lakes, including Line 5, Asian Carp, water diversions for Foxconn, and the high water levels in the lakes. He updates us on all of it.
Craig is joined by former State Superintendent Tom Watkins to discuss the ongoing fiscal problems faced by school districts all across the state.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics include twitter fun with the President; Congressman Justin Amash decides to leave the GOP; fun on the Lodge freeway, and some say less fun on Belle Isle.
Craig has some thoughts on what he believes we should focus on as we celebrate the 4th of July. It's always about the work we still have to do.
Craig is joined by Bill Shea, formerly of Crain's Detroit Business, now with The Athletic talking about the inaugural Rocket Mortgage Classic, the first regular PGA tour event in Michigan since 2009. The event went off pretty well, but what will it need to make it to year 2?
Craig is joined by Deadline Detroit's Allan Lengel to discuss the big news of the week. Topics include the Democratic debates, the latest on President Trump, and the gridlock in Lansing on the budget.
Craig sits down with Anthony Minghine of the Michigan Municipal League to talk about their SaveMiCity initiative. They are advocating for major changes in how we fund our cities, villages and townships, many of which are still not recovered from the great recession.
Craig discusses the Democratic party debates scheduled over the next two nights, and gives his thoughts on the news that Robert Mueller will testify in open session on Capitol Hill next month. It's a big deal.
Craig speaks with Eric Lupher of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan about Ad Valorem Special Assessments. Normally, they pay for infrastructure projects...but more and more places are using them to fund basic city services, while getting around the Headlee Amendment limits on taxation. Is it right? Is it fair? We discuss it today.
Craig speaks with Gregg Schwarz, a retired Supervisory Special Investigator with the FBI about his 30 year attempt to help Rick Wershe, aka "White Boy Rick". Wershe was sentenced to life in prison without parole for drug dealing when he was still a teenager back in 1988. Schwarz has been advocating for his release from prison for years, and says there is much to the story that has yet to be fully told. A story that includes corruption, lies, and deceit.
Craig's weekly discussion with Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit. Topics this week include President Trump's decision not to retaliate against Iran, his renewed threats against journalists, Joe Biden's comments about working with segregationists, and humans growing "horns" on their necks. I kid you not.
Craig speaks with Deadline Detroit journalist Violet Ikanomova about Detroit 300, a citizen patrol group that works with Detroit Police to combat crime in the city. There are questions about how big a role they should play. When does citizen involvement in crime fighting cross a line?
As part of a larger discussion on how Michigan pays for stuff, Craig speaks to Wayne State Law Professor John Mogk about a lawsuit he has filed on behalf of the group "Taxpayers for Michigan Constitutional Government". The suit alleges that the state of Michigan has been shorting local governments on revenue sharing payments for two decades, totaling billions of dollars. If the Courts agree, Michigan could face a serious budget dilemma.
Craig is joined by regular Friday guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit to talk about the big stories of the week. Topics include Justin Amash feuding with the Trump administration, Sarah Sanders stepping down from the White House Communications team, the President's chaotic week, charges being dropped (for now) in Flint, and a lot more.
Craig talks with Susan Demas of Michigan Advance about the latest happenings in State politics. Topics include Justin Amash's continuing opposition to President Trump, the lack of realistic discussions on road and infrastructure spending, and Governor Whitmer's tough decision in Benton Harbor.
Craig speaks with Anika Goss of Detroit Future City, and also Pamela Moore of the Detroit Public Schools Foundation.
Craig speaks with Gerry Anderson, President and CEO of DTE Energy, and Patti Poppe, CEO of CMS and Consumer's Energy.
Craig talks with Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com about how much Americans are spending on new cars and trucks...and also about the failed partnership (so far) between FCA and Renault. Also, a chat with Rachel Alternative of the Alternative Foundation about their investment in an eastside Detroit neighborhood that needs a boost.
Craig is joined by Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit to talk about the big stories of the week.
Craig talks with U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters about tariffs, the opioid crisis, the President, Mitch McConnell, the swift pace of judicial hearings and more...it's eye opening stuff. Take a listen!
Craig talks higher education with the Presidents of Kettering University in Flint, and Northern Michigan University in Marquette. Kettering is all about STEM, while Northern is offering a new major in Cannabis...while at the same time wiring the entire UP for broadband. Great stuff happening at both schools, and really fun interviews, too.
Craig speaks with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell about asian carp, bipartisanship, and of course, President Trump. Then, Craig talks with Kresge Foundation President Rip Rapson, about recent grants for early childhood education, and the bigger role of philanthropy in Detroit's ongoing recovery.
Craig interviews Attorney General Dana Nessel, State Senator Marshall Bullock talks auto insurance and roads, and Mark Wallace of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy discusses a big gift that means a BIG playground for kids in Detroit.
Craig is joined by Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer to discuss the big stories this week on Deadline Detroit. Topics this week include a new deal on car insurance in Michigan;Trump and Pelosi square off; we still are fascinated by the mob; and Detroit artists sure are popular in England!
Craig talks with Detroit Free Press reporter John Gallagher about the big development news in Detroit...the new FCA plant on the east side, and the city's new tougher stance with the Ilitch family about slow development in "The District."
Host Craig Fahle is joined by Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit to talk about the important news stories of the week. On this week's agenda: redacted portions of the Mueller report begin to leak out; abortion restrictions are being passed all over the country, including Michigan; and Representative Larry Inman was indicted on charges of soliciting bribes.
Craig talks with Susan Demas of Michigan Advance about the latest abortion bills to go through the Capitol in Lansing, and also about the indictment handed down to Representative Larry Inman (R-Williamsburg) for soliciting bribes on the prevailing wage votes last year.
Craig talks with Author Paul Vachon about his latest Detroit History book, Detroit, an Illustrated Timeline.
Craig speaks with Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel about the big stories this week at Deadline Detroit. Subjects include whether Lansing will find away to yet again not do auto insurance reform, bad streetlights in Detroit, and a alleged link between car thefts and a towing company...
Craig discusses the latest on the debate over auto insurance reform in Michigan with Susan Demas, editor at Michigan Advance. Plus, Craig talks about the loss of Bob Berg, who was the longtime spokesman for the late Coleman Young.
Craig talks about the Michigan Senate's version of an auto insurance fix, and how it seems like both sides are once again digging in for a fight. Also, the Detroit Police argues that car theft went down dramatically after a certain towing company was no longer allowed to recover stolen vehicles...coincidence? You decide.
Craig speaks with former US Attorney Barb McQuade about a letter that she and over 600 other former federal prosecutors signed arguing that if it were anyone but the President, obstruction charges would have been brought. We also talk about Alzheimer's Advocacy day in Lansing, and how some program changes could bring needed assistance to caregivers. Plus, the Detroit Regional Chamber unveils its agenda for the upcoming Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the Monday Follies! Or Fahles, whichever you prefer. Guests this week include Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and Saeed Khan of Wayne State University
Craig sits down with Nancy Derringer and Violet Ikanomova of Deadline Detroit to talk about the stories that our readers cared about this week.
Craig speaks with Deadline Detroit reporter Violet Ikanomova about the fractured Detroit Charter commission.
Craig talks with Susan Demas, editor of The Michigan Advance about what happens now that the Courts have ruled that Michigan was illegally gerrymandered after the 2010 elections. Plus, Craig has some thoughts on the latest political sleaze from right wing activist Jacob Wohl.
Craig is joined by Greg Bowens and Joel Sklar discuss the news of the week with a satirical slant. Topics this week include President Trump reaching a new milestone...in the number of falsehoods spoken.
Craig sits down with Deadline Detroit staffers Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer to discuss the big stories this week from Deadline Detroit.com
Craig speaks with Methodist Minister and author Jerry Herships about the intersection of faith and politics, and what gets lost when the two mix.
Craig speaks with Wayne State Lecturer and frequent guest Saeed Khan about the latest developments in global affairs...
Craig speaks with William Stancil of the University of Minnesota about his new study that suggests the real problem in America's neighborhoods is not gentrification, but rather a concentration of poverty in both city and suburb. A summary of the study can be found here:
Craig talks with fellow Deadline Detroiters Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel about the week in news, which of course included the drop of the Mueller report, and news that Steve Yzerman is headed back to Detroit and the Red Wings.
Craig talks about Bernie Sander's appearance on Fox News, about the ACLU lawsuit against 36th district court, and the anticipation of Thursday's release of the most awaited political document in decades, the Mueller report.
Craig speaks with Nick Manes of Michigan Advance about his story discussing Grand Rapids and what could be a costly fix for an uptick in lead exposure. Also, Craig has some thoughts on Tiger Wood's amazing performance at the Masters golf tournament. There is hope for us older people yet!.
Craig, Allan Lengel, and Nancy Derringer talk about the big stories that were featured this week on Deadline Detroit.
Craig discusses the media's reaction to the news that no elected officials or appointees will be charged in the demolition investigation...plus, the Secretary of State is vowing to reduce wait times at their offices...let's hope.
Craig discusses the winding down of the Federal investigation into the city's demolition program, the toll it takes, and what he has learned from the experience.
Craig talks with Lester Graham of Michigan Radio's Environment Report about what's going on with municipal recycling programs. How much is actually going to the landfill? Plus, education site Chalkbeat,org shows us what we all know...teachers are underpaid...and its getting worse.
Craig is joined by Dave Frassetto and Vaughn Derderian to break down the week's news...with some fun tossed in.
Craig speaks with fellow Deadliners Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer about the stories that got your attention this week on Deadline Detroit!
Craig talks with Deadline Detroit's Violet Ikanomova about an interesting interaction with the Detroit Police Department on Wednesday. Plus...you knew it was just a matter of time before Meuller's team started chiming in on the Barr memo.
Craig speaks with author/podcaster/filmmaker Rob St. Mary about his friend Ron Sweed, better known to many of us as "The Ghoul." The legendary horror host passed away yesterday at the age of 70.
Craig's guests include civil rights attorney Joel Sklar, and publicist, pr guy, music promoter Spencer Hayes.
Craig speaks with Nick Manes of Michigan Advance about President Trump's campaign rally at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids last night, and has some thoughts on his decision to NOT cut funding to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Craig speaks with Nick Schroek of the University of Detroit Mercy about the abrupt shuttering of the Detroit incinerator, and also talks with Priya Sircar and Adam Ganuza of the Knight Foundation about this year's Knight Arts Challenge.
Craig speaks with Robin Bravender of Michigan Advance about the Supreme Court oral arguments on gerrymandering, Betsy DeVos' appearance before a house subcommittee, and President Trump's decision to again jump into the health care debate.
Craig talks with Allan Lengel, Editor of Deadline Detroit about the Meuller report, the Attorney General's memo, and when, or if the public may get more information any time soon. Is it too soon for anyone to either be declaring victory, or crying in their beer?
Craig talks with two guidance counselors about the best practices happening in the college world in the wake of the admissions scandal. Guests are Holly Bennetts, School Counselor at Mercy High School and also the current President of the Michigan Association for College Admission Counseling; and Patrick O’Connor - Associate Dean of College Counseling at Cranbrook Schools.
Craig speaks with Matt Friedman of Tanner Friedman to discuss the latest PR gaffe by former Governor and interim MSU president John Engler, and how MSU needs to respond. Also, the Michigan House votes to make government more transparent, well, maybe translucent, anyway. Lastly, a little spring in our step, as March Madness is upon us.
Craig speaks with Susan Demas of Michigan Advance about the attention that Michigan is already getting in the 2020 presidential campaign. Also, Craig discusses the potential pitfalls of what is shaping up to be an election increasingly run on social media, Facebook in particular.
Craig, Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and Ed Kelly discuss Trump's very busy twitter weekend, Beto O'Rourke's arrival in Michigan, and the college admissions scandal, plus a lot more.
Craig gives an update on a lawsuit brought by the Sandy Hook parents against Remington, and has some questions for you on this massive field of candidates that is seeking the right to take on Donald Trump in 2020.
Craig talks about how a well planned segment can quickly turn into dust...and a conversation with Louis Piszker, CEO of Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
Craig discusses the latest controversial comments from various Fox News hosts, and also takes people to task for being willing to do just about anything to ensure their kids go to the "right school." Cheating your way in is NEVER acceptable.
Craig is joined by Deadline Detroit Editor Allan Lengel, and frequent guest Chato Hill to discuss the funnier stories of the week...including President Trump's golf tournament "championship" from last year.
Craig speaks with UDM environmental law expert Nick Schroek about the "Lake Erie Bill of Rights" recently passed by voters in Toledo. And, we talk to Angela Roguenses of Play Works Michigan about the importance of letting kids have time to actually play!
Craig speaks with Neil Barclay, CEO of the Charles H. Wright museum, and also with Kevin Roach of Methodist Children's Home Society about child abuse and neglect, and the impact the opioid crisis is having on organizations like theirs. Is the state funding there to meet the increasing need?
Craig talks with Susan Demas of Michigan Advance about Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget proposal that was outlined Tuesday. Also, Focus: HOPE CEO Portia Roberson discusses the ever morphing role that her organization is playing in our community, as they are now over 50 years old.
Former Detroit City Council member Sheila Cockrel continues her service to the city with her organization Citizen Detroit, where she is the CEO. For those interested in getting more engaged, head to McShane's Irish Pub in Corktown for at State of the City address watch party. https://citizendetroit.org/
We figured that everybody is already happy when it's Friday...why not add some laughs to a Monday instead? Guests this week include Luna Alexander of the Slipstream Theater Initiative, and returning Fahles participant Nick Rowley. This week we talk Cohen, North Korea, and the strange dietary habits of Theresa May.
Topics today include Donald Trump, fast food, John Engler, Auto Prom, Michael Cohen, Rudy Giuliani, and more!
Today, Craig talks about Governor Engler and his decision to "resign" from his role as Interim President at Michigan State; another politician gets burned by social media; and is it possible that we might actually see real movement on auto insurance reform soon?
Today, Craig talks about a couple of politicians that just don't know when to STOP TALKING.
Today, Craig discusses reasons to be cautiously optimistic in 2019 about the City of Detroit, the State of Michigan, and even Washington. He also gives listeners a chance to chime in.
Craig Fahle and his guests Saeed Khan and Nancy Derringer break down the serious news of the week in a not so serious way.
Topics today include big news for the Ford Motor company in advance of next week's auto show. Paul Eisenstein of TheDetroitBureau.com is our guest. Also, we'll discuss the "tsunami of waste" responsible for the giant sinkhole in Macomb County, and the change in political power in Oakland County.
On today's show, Craig discusses President Trump's address to the nation on the issue of a proposed border wall and the Government shutdown. Also, we discuss Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel's decision to join a lawsuit challenging Federal Rules on religious and moral objections to contraception being covered in health insurance plans.
Today, Craig previews President Trump's speech on immigration and a border wall, talks about Governor Whitmer's move to ensure equal rights for LGBTQ people, and what's this? Tiki bar boats?
The Craig Fahle Show on Deadline Detroit - The Friday Fahles, a satirical look at the news and newsmakers of the week. Guests include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit.
December 3, 2018. Craig discusses the current "lame duck" session of the Michigan legislature. Today's guest is Zack Gorchow, Editor of Gongwer News Service, which covers the State Capitol.