Podcasts about hamtramck

May 15, 2025 ~ Michigan State Police Lt. Mike Shaw talks with Lloyd, Jamie, and Chris Renwick about investigating allegations that two Hamtramck city council members, residing outside the city they serve, potentially violating state law.

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records from Japanese Breakfast, Jason Bell & Lucy Dacus, and spin fresh tracks from Bruce Springsteen, Wet Leg, Stereolab & OK Go. All this and much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is over 2 rock-solid hours of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Creative communities, on one hand, offer spaces for connection, self-expression, and profound meaning-making – all awesome things. But on the other, particularly in scenes built around music and nightlife, they can become entwined with cultures of substance use, creating environments that are difficult, even dangerous, for those navigating addiction or seeking recovery. So how do you build support within those communities? How can the very tools of culture – the music, the art, the shared experience – become instruments of healing and connection for those who need it most? And can you create spaces that are genuinely welcoming, that meet people where they are, without demanding they leave behind what shapes their identities? On your Daily Detroit for Wednesday, April 9th, 2025…. My guests today are wrestling with these questions, not in theory, but through practice, on the ground in Hamtramck, Michigan – a dense, diverse city within Metro Detroit known for decades as a center of music and culture.  Joining me are Christopher Tait, the founder and director of Passenger Recovery and a longtime musician, and Joshua Lange, the station manager for their community radio station, WHCK, have built something unique. Passenger Recovery started by supporting musicians trying to stay sober but has grown into a broader community recovery organization that uses music and the arts as pathways to support. Their radio station is, in many ways, an audible extension of that mission – creating community, reducing stigma, and offering resources over the digital airwaves. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot com and 313-789-3211, leave us a voicemail for the podcast. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

In this episode, I'm talking with Chris “Box”, Tony, and Marc from Mazinga. I've been a huge fan of Mazinga since seeing them for the first time back in 2009. It was outstanding to finally talk with them and learn about the origins of the band as well as chat about their new epic album called Chinese Democracy Manifest - Greatest Hits Vol. 2. The story behind the album name and some of the tunes on this album are pure gold. As usual, we talked about music origins for each band member, our mutual love of Black Sabbath, and pizza.You can catch Mazinga live at Tip Top Deluxe in Grand Rapids on April 11, and over at the Sanctuary in Hamtramck on April 12th.MazingaCheck out their musicFollow on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, YoutubeFans With BandsSubscribe to Fans With Bands on your favorite podcast service such as Apple, Youtube, Spotify, Audible, or Amazon Music. Be sure to rate the show and please send us feedback. We would love to hear from you.You can also follow Fans With Bands on Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, and BlueskyFor samplings of music by artists featured on Fans With Bands, check out our playlist on Spotify Get full access to Fans With Bands at fanswithbands.substack.com/subscribe

Comedian James Couture returns to discuss the Chicago musical-comedy classic, The Blues Brothers.Catch James recording his first album:3/31 - Blind Pig in Ann Arbor, MI (8:00pm)4/5 - The Independent Comedy Club in Hamtramck, MI (9:00pm): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/standup-james-couture-friends-special-taping-tickets-1276556136769Follow James on Instagram: @juicy_routineFollow Johnny on Instagram and Tik Tok: @JohnnyMocnyComedy

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.

In this episode, I'm talking with Tommy, MIke, Matt, and new guy Trey of Slumlord Radio. It was great to meet Trey who now gives Slumlord Radio a twin guitar attack. We talked about how Trey made his way into the band and the work they have been doing together to write and record new music. During our chat, Ira Briggs from the Deck in Muskegeon stopped by as he is working with Slumlord Radio on the new record. On top of recording new music, Slumlord Radio has been very busy playing a ton of shows. You can catch them live at Tip Top Deluxe in Grand Rapids on April 11, and over at the Sanctuary in Hamtramck on April 12th.Slumlord RadioCheck out their musicFollow on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, YoutubeFans With BandsSubscribe to Fans With Bands on your favorite podcast service such as Apple, Youtube, Spotify, Audible, or Amazon Music. Be sure to rate the show and please send us feedback. We would love to hear from you.You can also follow Fans With Bands on Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, and BlueskyFor samplings of music by artists featured on Fans With Bands, check out our playlist on Spotify Get full access to Fans With Bands at fanswithbands.substack.com/subscribe

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.

President Donald Trump nominated Dearborn Heights mayor Bill Bazzi as his ambassador to Tunisia. He’s also selected Hamtramck mayor Amer Ghalib as his ambassador to Kuwait. Both men have been at the center of contentious conversations about local policies and culture. A reporter who's been covering their careers joined us to provide some context. Find Niraj Warikoo's coverage here. GUEST:Niraj Warikoo, reporter for The Detroit Free Press Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm talking with Brandon, Rich, and Joey from Cullossus. This was such an easy and awesome conversation - I could have talked with these guys for hours. In addition to talking about the origins of Cullossus and their super heavy music, it was a lot of fun talking about great shows they have seen, our shared love for Black Sabbath, and guitars. During our chat we also got into how each of them got into music and of course pizza. Check out their bandcamp page for music and be on the lookout for new music coming soon. You can catch Cullossus live at Small's in Hamtramck on March 19th and at Parts and Labor in Melvindale, MI on March 29, 2025CullossusCheck out their musicFollow on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, YoutubeFans With BandsSubscribe to Fans With Bands on your favorite podcast service such as Apple, Youtube, Spotify, Audible, or Amazon Music. Be sure to rate the show and please send us feedback. We would love to hear from you.You can also follow Fans With Bands on Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, and BlueskyFor samplings of music by artists featured on Fans With Bands, check out our playlist on Spotify Get full access to Fans With Bands at fanswithbands.substack.com/subscribe

Hamtramck mayor Amer Ghalib announces reelection campaign, says Trump supports him Detroit Auto Show 2026 dates announced: When it will take place 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT EV makes a leap with new battery, features customers asked for

Send us a textHoops for a Cause: The Charity Showdown Between Hamtramck and DearbornIn this exciting episode, we dive into the thrilling charity basketball game that will bring together two rival cities: Hamtramck and Dearborn. Join us as we explore the intense competition on the court, the community spirit off the court, and the incredible impact this event has on local charities.We'll hear from players, coaches, and fans who share their experiences and insights about the rivalry, the importance of giving back, and how sports can unite communities. Our guests for this show are: Fujo Hadwan, Billy Farhat, Mo Abdrabboh and Khaled Algomai. Whether you're a basketball fan or just curious about how sports can make a difference, this episode is packed with inspiration and excitement. Tune in to find out how Hamtramck and Dearborn plan to come together for a great cause!Follow us on social media:- Instagram: @thefantasyguyz or @ozmedia313- Website: ozmedia313.com- Facebook: ozmedia313-TikTok: @ozmedia313-Apple Podcast: ozmedia-Spotify Podcast: ozmediaThis show was sponsored by:-Unique Coney Island https://uniqueconeyisland.com/detroit-menu/-Juice Box Juiceboxblend.com-Holy Bowly http://www.myholybowly.com-Wingfellas thewingfellas.com-Hanley International Academy Hanleyacademy.com-Malek Al-Kabob malekalkabob.com-Jabal Coffee House jabalcoffeehouse.com-BMI Towing#CharityBasketball #HamtramckVsDearborn #RivalryGame #HoopsForACause #CommunitySpirit #BasketballForCharity #LocalRivalry #SupportLocalCharities #BasketballCommunity #Hamtramck #Dearborn #SportsForGood #CharityEvent #GameOn #HoopsAndHope

He . . . [fed] you with manna . . . to teach you that man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord. — Deuteronomy 8:3 When I was a little girl, my family often visited the small Polish community of Hamtramck, near Detroit, on Saturdays. We kept our windows down on a nice sunny day while looking for a good parking space. The wonderful aroma of freshly baked bread filled the air. Bread is delicious, filling, and nutritious, but not enough to sustain our body, mind, soul, and spirit. While the Israelites were in the wilderness for forty years, they were hungry for physical food. God fed them manna from heaven daily to teach them that people do not live “on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord.” Manna was unlike anything the people had eaten before. Many years later, when Jesus was tempted in the wilderness for forty days, he was hungry also. The devil tempted him to tell a stone to become bread. But Jesus answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live on bread alone'” (Luke 4:4). How can we put a good plan in place for renewal and restoration in life? We can satisfy our hunger by reading the Bible daily, worshiping the Lord with his people each week, and also meeting for a weekly study to grow in knowledge and understanding. We might also find that we need more of the Word at different times of the day. Ask God's Spirit to guide you, and grow! Lord, guide us to read and meditate on your Word, growing in the grace, knowledge, and love of Jesus. Amen.

In this episode of the ROCC Pod, we meet Tahura Holly and Nikunj Jain, founders of Corqueboard, a digital advertising platform designed to replace traditional cork boards in local businesses. Tahura shares how her time in India inspired her business journey; after moving there in 2017 and immersing herself in the jewelry trade, she returned to Michigan and launched Festive Essentials, a brick-and-mortar store in Hamtramck specializing in Indian jewelry. As she promoted her store, Tahura noticed idle screens in local shops, which sparked the idea for Corqueboard—a network of digital screens where local businesses can easily upload and display ads, specials, and announcements. Nikunj brought his technical expertise to the venture, helping create an efficient and user-friendly platform for business owners.Corqueboard operates through a simple setup: a small device (similar to an Amazon Fire Stick) connects to a screen, enabling businesses to display dynamic content that can be managed with a QR code. This ease of use, including the ability to upload content directly from a smartphone, means even non-tech-savvy business owners can take full advantage. With Corqueboard, businesses like restaurants or retailers can monetize their screens by selling ad space to other businesses, turning idle screens into passive revenue generators. Pricing is customizable, so each business can set its own ad rates, ranging from free community promotions to premium ad placements.The couple discusses how their complementary personalities enhance their business partnership, though they face typical challenges of working together. They rely on honesty and clear communication, blending Nikunj's outgoing nature with Tahura's introverted approach to manage both their personal and business dynamics. They credit their different perspectives for helping refine Corqueboard's user experience, with Tahura advocating for simplicity and accessibility in the interface.Tahura and Nikunj's recent addition to the Royal Oak Chamber has been met with enthusiasm, particularly with the launch of Corqueboard Mobile. This battery-powered, weatherproof digital sign offers a modern alternative to traditional A-frame boards, allowing businesses to display eye-catching digital menus or promotions outside. They've already seen local interest, especially from businesses seeking innovative ways to attract customers.Listeners interested in Corqueboard can find more information at corqueboard.com or contact Nikunj directly at (313) 378-3893. Both Tahura and Nikunj are excited to help local businesses in Michigan thrive by enhancing visibility through Corqueboard's growing digital network. Learn more about the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce: https://www.royaloakchamber.com/Connect with our hosts:Jon Gay from JAG in Detroit Podcasts - http://www.jagindetroit.com/Lisa Bibbee from Century 21 Northland - http://soldbylisab.com/

In this 10th installment of *The Metal Maniacs Podcast reaction series, hosts Jay Ingersoll and Modd dive into the gritty world of thrash, progressive, and blackened metal to bring you in-depth reactions to some of the heaviest and most talented bands in the underground metal scene. . Here's a rundown of the ferocious acts featured in Episode 72: ### Fermented Plague **Genre**: Death/Thrash Metal Fermented Plague delivers death metal with thrash undertones that pay homage to the old-school sound. ⁠ https://youtu.be/O52FPoRwl-Q?si=Jiw4Viuc72YwNKLc⁠ ### Wastelander **Genre**: Atomic Black Rock and Roll From Michigan's own scene, Wastelander brings what they call "atomic black rock and roll." Their mix of thrash and black metal is given an extra layer of intensity by the trio's unorthodox approach and gritty production. ⁠https://shorturl.at/qhqbt⁠ ### SoZeN **Genre**: Progressive Thrash Metal Based in Waterford, Michigan, SoZeN delivers progressive thrash with an innovative and unique twist. Jay and Modd react to a dynamic track that showcases their complex arrangements and impressive musicality. ⁠https://youtu.be/N9-61b_hlvU?si=l4X5n1eiDZJJ-2fm⁠ ### Mortal Disguise **Genre**: Thrash/Black/Death/Progressive Metal Mortal Disguise brings a blend of thrash, black, and progressive metal that's dark, relentless, and technically astounding. Hailing from Hamtramck, Michigan, the band stands out with its diversity of sounds and layered influences. ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwAaj7mjqJE⁠ ### From the Grave **Genre**: Southern Progressive Metal With a unique southern metal twist, From the Grave stands out in this episode, offering a sound that combines progressive metal with a distinctive southern influence. ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgTcoDHAa3w⁠ ### Order of the Dead **Genre**: Blackened Thrash Melodic Death Metal Order of the Dead, based in Rochester, New York, is described by Jay as “melodic yet fiercely dark.” This blackened thrash band combines death metal elements and melodic riffs that give them a brutal yet hauntingly beautiful sound. Jay and Modd analyze the track's structure, discussing the intense yet melodic instrumentation and emotive vocals. ⁠https://orderofthedead322.bandcamp.com/album/illusions⁠ ### Nick Lang **Genre**: Solo Metal Artist Nick Lang, a solo artist, adds a unique twist to the mix. With a personal and introspective approach to metal, Lang's work is characterized by melodic hooks and reflective lyrics. Jay and Modd react to Lang's latest single, exploring the depth of his sound and discussing how solo projects differ from https://open.spotify.com/artist/2oLVxgQAUVaOTQNsiZUuyy traditional band dynamics. --- Throughout the episode, Jay and Modd take time to delve into the musicianship and technical skill behind each track, offering detailed breakdowns of instrumentals, vocal delivery, and production choices. They examine how these elements work together to create music that resonates on multiple levels, both sonically and emotionally. With their characteristic blend of humor, passion, and deep respect for the genre, Jay and Modd make this episode an insightful and entertaining listen for metal fans new and old. Grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and let *The Metal Maniacs Podcast* guide you through an unforgettable episode filled with some of the hardest-hitting sounds and most compelling discussions around. Whether you're here for the brutal death metal riffs, the thrash nostalgia, or the genre-blending innovation, Episode 72 has something for every metalhead. Follow us-⁠https://linktr.ee/metalmaniacsmi

November 11, 2024 ~ As we celebrate Veterans Day, Neal Rubin joins Kevin to share the story of a WWII Hamtramck solider.

On the eve of the 2024 Election Day, Donna and Orlando sat down with the Executive Director of Building Community Value (BCV), Chase Cantrell.BCV is a Detroit-based non-profit organization dedicated to equipping residents with tools to shape their neighborhoods.They recently announced the launch of their first-ever online course, “Real Estate Development: Building Value in Your Community.” Hosted on Coursera, the course aims to teach aspiring real estate developers the fundamentals of real estate development, including development stages, team building, project feasibility, social impact, and financial modeling. This innovative online course, developed in close collaboration with the University of Michigan Center for Academic Innovation (CAI), marks a significant shift for BCV. Traditionally focused on in-person training for residents of Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park, the online course is now accessible to learners worldwide, fostering real estate and community development skills on a scale far beyond SE Michigan. To learn more about Building Community Values' online course, click here!FOR HOT TAKES:DETROIT STRENGTHENS SECURITY AT SITES WHERE BALLOTS ARE COUNTED LATE RESULTS, VOTING MACHINES, AND MORE: DEBUNKING MICHIGAN'S ELECTION MISINFORMATION Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

We all know Donald Trump said and did a lot of racist, offensive, and Islamophobic things when he was president the first time round - and is promising to do so again if he wins a second term next week. It seems, however, that he has not said or done enough to deter the endorsement of a growing minority of Muslim Americans, such as Imam Belal Alzuhairi of The Great Mosque in Hamtramck, Michigan.  “I never claimed that he is infallible,” Alzuhairi tells Mehdi. “I never claimed that he is a saint. I never gave him a blank check. I see him as a leader who, in our discussions, committed to supporting values that matter deeply in our community… We said these are the five points, he said I agree 100% with you.” The imam not only stood on stage at a Trump rally in Michigan to announce his endorsement, in what became a viral online moment, but he also separately met with the Republican nominee – something the Harris campaign, reportedly, refused to do (though they have met with other Muslim and Arab groups in that key swing state). “The other party [Democrats] does not have any time for us and does not have any regards for us as Muslims,” says Alzuhairi. “Now, they understand that… we're not in your pockets. I mean, we have alternatives.”Mehdi, of course, pushed back on the idea that Trump can be trusted or considered “the peace candidate” or the candidate of “family values,” in the provocative words of Imam Alzuhairi.You'll have to watch the full interview above to hear how heated their discussion got!  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeteo.com/subscribe

In this episode of the National Crawford Roundtable, we'll discuss all the latest in the presidential race. Was Trump's McDonald's day silly or shrewd? Is Trump in good shape in the polls? Why is Kamala Harris' "joy" balloon deflating? Hamtramck, Michigan is the only city in the U.S. entirely run by Muslims. Its Mayor has now openly endorsed Trump, along with a prominent Dearborn, Michigan Islamic Center Imam endorsing Trump. Muslims for Trump? Hispanics? Black men? Why/how is Trump making inroads with these groups?

Populism, MAGA, and Trump: Insights from Media and the Campaign Trail

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.

September 24, 2024 ~ Osama Siblani, Publisher Arab American News talks about Hamtramck's mayor endorsing Donald Trump and Wayne State protesters not facing charges.

September 24, 2024 ~ US sends more troops to the Middle East. Biden administration weighs ban of Chinese auto software. Life on the ground in Israel as a war rages on two fronts. Mayor of Hamtramck endorses Trump and the day's biggest headlines.

Each Monday until the election we're breaking down politics and what's happening with a local Michigan and Metro Detroit lens with Steve Friess, veteran political journalist who's written for the New York Times, Newsweek, Hour and others - and does the Ann Arbor Observer's weekly newsletter. On today's podcast: Election Countdown: Steve and Jer discuss the heightened awareness of the election countdown, influenced by Vice President Harris's entry into the race and the early voting process starting this week in Michigan. Kamala Harris's Media Presence: The duo talks about Harris's recent CNN appearance, her interview with Oprah, and her rising poll numbers in Michigan, as well as the impact of early voting and absentee ballots. Celebrity Influence in Politics: The conversation shifts to the role of celebrities in political campaigns, with mentions of Adam Scott, Jane Fonda, and the cast of "Scandal" making appearances to support various candidates. Endorsements: We dive into recent endorsements, including the Michigan Teamsters backing Harris and the Michigan Farm Bureau's endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers, and discuss the implications of these endorsements. Local Political Tensions: The episode covers the ongoing friction between Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and US Representative Rashida Tlaib over the prosecution of campus protesters, highlighting the complexities within the Democratic Party. Shifts in Political Allegiances: They discuss the endorsement of Donald Trump by the Democratic mayor of Hamtramck, Amir Hallab, and its potential implications for future elections. Michigan Supreme Court Races: These nonpartisan elections (with their candidates decided by delegates at party conventions) have a significant impact on state policies and laws. Don't forget to tell a friend about the podcast, and follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to shows. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942

Tony starts the second hour with a recent Mayor of Muslim-majority Hamtramck, Michigan, Amer Ghalib, endorsing Donald Trump and the IRS endorsing Kamala Harris. Tony also talks about Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer refusing to take sides in the feud between Attorney General Dana Nessel and Rep. Rashida Tlaib who accused Nessel of bringing charges against anti-Israel campus protesters at the University of Michigan because she is Jewish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour with a recent Mayor of Muslim-majority Hamtramck, Michigan, Amer Ghalib, endorsing Donald Trump and the IRS endorsing Kamala Harris. Tony also talks about Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer refusing to take sides in the feud between Attorney General Dana Nessel and Rep. Rashida Tlaib who accused Nessel of bringing charges against anti-Israel campus protesters at the University of Michigan because she is Jewish.  Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony asks once again who is really running the country as Biden fumbles on an introduction for the world leaders. Tony also talks about the people who say that they're not voting for Kamala and being labeled “sexist”.  Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine and the mass importation of illegal immigrants. Tony also talks about Banned Books Week at Ohio University Zanesville and Ohio State University.  Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour and questions what happened to Tim Walz and what happened to the Walz mania and his recent comments of “We can't afford four more years of this.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frontier International Academy is hosting a safety training session for parents this week, following ongoing concerns from community members about road safety. Plus, Hamtramck residents will vote on a $2.75 million millage renewal this November. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

We're back after the Labor Day holiday, and talking about Fletcher's racing in the Hamtramck Labor Day Yacht Festival, an event filled with human sized soap car derbies and water balloons. Despite making it to the finals for the fifth straight year, his team, Whiskey in the Jar, fell short again.  We also dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Metro Detroit's recent events, including the Jazz Fest and Arts, Beats & Eats. Jer recounts his bike ride along the Dequindre Cut and the need for better connectivity for cyclists during major events. The conversation shifts to the aesthetics and logistics of fencing off Hart Plaza for festivals, balancing safety and accessibility. As the Detroit Lions gear up for their first game against the Rams, we debate the idea of honoring former quarterback Matt Stafford. We also preview the game. Finally, we touch on the marijuana market in Michigan, where prices have hit historic lows, sparking significant sales. We discuss the impact of neighboring states' laws and the evolving perception of marijuana use for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Don't miss this engaging and insightful episode. Share your thoughts with us at dailydetroit@gmail.com. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your podcast player of choice.  

On the latest episode of the Detroit Evening Report, we cover this week's extreme heat and severe storms that have enveloped southeast Michigan; Labor Day festivities to look forward to this weekend and more. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

Happy hot Tuesday! I hope you're beating the heat.  Lions history showcased: Jer shares his weekend adventure at the Detroit Historical Museum, where he explored a new exhibit on the Detroit Lions. From old helmets to historic footage, discover the rich history of this iconic team. The op Ten Detroit Lions Since 1965: Fletcher Sharpe tackles a listener question from Larry, listing his top ten Detroit Lions players from 1965 onwards. From Alex Karas to Calvin Johnson, this segment is a deep dive into Lions history. Hamtramck Labor Day Festival: Get ready for a rocking good time with music, food, and wrestling at the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival. Headliners include GMAC Cash, Sada Baby, and a special appearance by Jack White. And don't miss Fletcher's participation in the yacht club canoe races!  

Nine nonprofits in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park are receiving $1.3 million through the Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D) grant program. Plus, a retired Detroit fire chief plans to convert a former fire station in Hope Village into a community event space with short-term rentals. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

In this episode, we talk with Ian, Elijah, Tegan, and Mer from Headless Mary. I had a fantastic chat with the band about how they got started (including the story on their name) as well as chatting about their last album called Death Is A Moving Target. If you love music that touches that vibe of bands like Sunny Day Real Estate and Hum, then Headless Mary is for you. We talked about songwriting, influences, music we are listening to, and our mutual infatuation with Radiohead. Along the way, we of course had to talk about pizza.   Their latest single “Park Place” will be on their new album called Pyres which comes out on Friday, August 23. You can pre-save over on Spotify. They will be celebrating the record release on Friday, August 23 at the Sanctuary in Hamtramck with Central Dogma (a future guest on Fans With Bands) who also have a new album coming. Opening the show is Saving Throw and Living AI. I highly recommend going to this show and getting the new Headless Mary album.  Headless Mary Check out their music Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Spotify Fans With Bands Subscribe to Fans With Bands on your favorite podcast service such as Apple, Google, Youtube, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or Stitcher.  Be sure to rate the show and please send us feedback. We would love to hear from you. You can also follow Fans With Bands on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Instagram For samplings of music by artists featured on Fans With Bands, check out our playlist on Spotify Fret Rescue Check out this episode's sponsor - Fret Rescue on Youtube, TikTok and Facebook!

A new exhibition at the Ukrainian American Archives and Museum in Hamtramck documents a recent phenomenon across the Ukrainian diaspora: tattooing.  “Since the beginning of the war in 2022, there's been a significant uptick in the use of various Ukrainian symbols, whether they be folk symbols, or national symbols to represent the nation,” Olga Liskiwskyi, executive director of the museum, said.  Stateside paid a visit to the museum for a tour of the gallery. GUEST ON TODAY'S SHOW: Olga Liskiwskyi, Executive Director of the Ukrainian American Archives and Museum Sofia Kuczer, submitted to "Ink as Identity" gallery Roman Wonsul, submitted to "Ink as Identity" gallery Veronica Rogalla, submitted to "Ink as Identity" gallery --- Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joe Louis Greenway has gotten a lot of buzz locally and nationally. But what's the bigger vision? What's ahead? How will this integrate with the communities it serves? Joe Louis Greenway Partnership Executive Director Leona Medley joins us to discus the formation and goals of the newly formed nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Joe Louis Greenway project in Detroit.  The partnership focuses on community engagement, ongoing beautification, programming, and maintaining the greenway to ensure it is a safe, clean, and enjoyable space for residents and visitors. Key topics we talk about... Formation of the Partnership: Established in 2022 to support the public project, with Liana joining in 2023. Community Engagement: Involvement with residents and municipalities like Highland Park, Dearborn, and Hamtramck. Programming and Events: Family-friendly, free programming, including fitness classes, yoga, and bike events. Beautification and Maintenance: Ensuring the greenway remains clean and well-maintained for a pleasant user experience. Future Vision: Expanding construction through 2025, increasing programming, and fostering economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs. Community Involvement: We discuss the importance of community involvement and the impact of the greenway on local neighborhoods.  There's an emphasis on: The significance of providing a clean, safe, and beautiful public space while also creating economic opportunities for residents and entrepreneurs. Don't miss another episode of the podcast! We do this every weekday. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get shows. 

SZ.3/EP.37 of OZ Media's The Fantasy Guyz is now live! On today's show we will be celebrating Hamtramck City F.C's 19U team for winning the State Cup earlier this month.The guests for today is head coach Habeb Galeb and captain Bashaar Alyafei.Be sure to tune in and check the episode out! This show was sponsored by:-Unique Coney Island https://uniqueconeyisland.com/detroit-menu/-Qahwah House https://www.qahwahhouse.com/-BC Adhesives https://www.bcadhesives.com/-Balkan House Restaurant https://www.thebalkanhouse.com/-Specialty Medical Center https://specialtymc.com/locations-dearborn-Juice Box Juiceboxblend.com-Hanley International Academy Hanleyacademy.com

People in Michigan and around the world faced online disarray on Friday as a widespread technology outage affected companies and services across multiple industries. Plus, after two tragic accidents where children were fatally hit by cars, residents are demanding more traffic safety measures in Hamtramck. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

When thinking about spells and witchcraft, a bar probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. But in Hamtramck, Michigan, one stands out among the rest. It's the Black Salt Bar, where customers can order a spell kit with their cocktail. "There are a lot of different cocktail books that exist that play with this idea, but there's never really been a brick and mortar bar" said owner Zoey Ashwood. When a customer orders a spell kit with their drink, they might get some herbs, gemstones, or a candle and matches. All the spell kits also include a handmade altar and instructions for performing the ritual. GUEST: Zoey Ashwood, owner of The Black Salt Bar in Hamtramck, Michigan -- Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Friday! On the podcast: Jer shares his experience at Go Comedy! Improv Theater in Ferndale, highlighting its pride-themed event and the importance of supporting independent arts in Metro Detroit. Devon talks about his recent visit to the Detroit Zoo with his daughter, discussing the new attractions and the joy of seeing animals through a child's eyes We discuss Amar Pizza in Hamtramck getting a nod from The New York Times as one of the best pizza places in the U.S. We highlight the $153 million development project at the historic Fisher Body Auto Plant, which will include residential and commercial spaces, set to be completed by summer 2026. Detroit's three new solar neighborhood projects are discussed, focusing on the benefits of converting vacant land into solar arrays and the home improvements for nearby residents. Jer outlines some of the local projects receiving funding from the Michigan state budget, including the Detroit Zoo, Jimmy John's Field, and the Downtown Boxing Gym. That leads us on a sidetrack, getting into the ongoing discussions and differing opinions surrounding the I-375 project and its potential impact. Devon doesn't think it's gonna happen. And we end talking about the implications of Rite Aid reportedly closing all their stores in Michigan, creating pharmacy deserts and the potential for new business opportunities. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

This week, we're chatting with Metro Detroit's own Josh Malerman, the NY Times Bestselling author of Bird Box, as he looks ahead to the forthcoming release of his latest work of suspenseful (and supernatural) horror, Incidents Around The House (out on June 25, via Del Rey). Malerman talks about his deep dive into the literary tradition of "haunted house" tales with this new story about Bela, an 8-year-old narrator who discovers a malevolent entity inside of her house that she refers to as "Other Mommy," a strange and possibly ghostly imaginary-frienemy who starts to creepily ask Bela a strange question: “Can I go inside your heart?”  More info at: https://joshmalerman.com/ And follow Josh on Instagram for details about his upcoming book-launch at Ant Hall in Hamtramck! https://www.instagram.com/joshmalerman/ 

This episode was recorded live at the Independent Comedy Club in Hamtramck as part of the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival in May 2024. I was joined by Claire Forster whose 'lapsed academia' brain helped me digest alllll the vocabulary and concepts from Amanda Montell's third book. We had the friendliest most engaged audience and goodie bags with treats from MINT Cannabis and Linette Desano. It was a beautiful happy day during a truly crazy time in America.

Hamtramck Disneyland is folk art installation that's been around for more than 30 years. On this episode we meet some of the artists rehabbing the property so that it can exist for 30 more. GUESTS: Sean Bieri, project manager and board member with Hatch Renee Willoughby, artist-in-residence AT Hamtramck Disneyland ___ Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SZ.3/EP.32 of OZ Media's MotivateMe313 Podcast is now live! On today's episode we have new Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaher on the show to talk about what it's like to be a Muslim in the police force.Jamiel is the first ever Yemeni-American Police Chief in the United States.Be sure to tune in and check the episode out! This show was sponsored by:-Qahwah House https://www.qahwahhouse.com/-BC Adhesives https://www.bcadhesives.com/-Balkan House Restaurant https://www.thebalkanhouse.com/-Specialty Medical Center https://specialtymc.com/locations-dearborn-Juice Box Juiceboxblend.com-Hanley International Academy Hanleyacademy.com

As a grape's flavor is influenced by the soil in which it is grown, the early Church also grew to reflect the beauty of the communities in which it spread. In this month's episode, our cohosts discuss this “exchange of gifts” between diverse expressions of faith in the Archdiocese of Detroit – including expressions related to ethnicity and culture as well as different liturgical rites. 0:25 – Archbishop Vigneron and Mike Chamberland greet each other and welcome this month's guest host, Vickie Figueroa, Director of Cultural Ministries and Coordinator of Black Catholic Ministries for the Archdiocese of Detroit. 0:45 – Vickie introduces herself to our hosts and listeners. 5:16 – Mike introduces this month's topic: the “exchange of gifts” between diverse expressions of faith in the Archdiocese of Detroit – including expressions related to ethnicity/culture as well as different liturgical rites. He asks Archbishop Vigneron to share a little about the history of different liturgical expressions, particularly Eastern and Roman rites. 9:29 – Archbishop Vigneron speaks about the Eastern parishes in southeast Michigan and their relationship to the Archdiocese of Detroit. 13:58 – Archbishop Vigneron clarifies that Roman Catholics are permitted to attend Eastern Catholic liturgies—even to fulfill the Sunday obligation—and to confess to Eastern Catholic priests. 14:46 – Mike asks Archbishop Vigneron to speak about the extraordinary form of the Roman Catholic Mass. 18:32 – Vickie shares about the importance of cultural diversity within the Church and its influence on liturgical expression. 22:09 – Mike asks Archbishop Vigneron and Vickie to share some of the efforts underway to strengthen the Church's missionary presence in the Central Region of the Archdiocese, which includes Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park. 29:47 – Mike asks Archbishop Vigneron to speak about the Mass of the Sacred Heart, a gospel music-based Mass setting that he commissioned a few years ago. 32:25 – Vickie highlights some additional liturgical gifts that have been shared by the African American community. 36:11 – Archbishop Vigneron and Vickie share concrete examples of when different cultures in the Archdiocese have influenced their own faith expressions. 42:20 – Archbishop Vigneron answers listener questions about his home life growing up, etiquette for receiving the Holy Eucharist, and whether he would have believed and followed Jesus if he had met him on earth two thousand years ago. 46:29 – Archbishop Vigneron shares his prayer intentions for the month and closes the episode with a prayer and blessing.

This week, DiAnna Solomon of the Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) joined Donna at The Stoudamire to share news of their Health Care Taskforce!The DAAA is a nonprofit agency that serves older persons, adults with disabilities, and caregivers residing in Detroit, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park & the 5 Grosse Pointes. They are one of 16 Area Agencies on Aging in the state of Michigan and 622 in the nation.DAAA assists older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers by removing social, economic, physical, and psychological barriers and creating aging-friendly neighborhoods through nutrition, health and wellness, and senior independence.For more information on DAAA, click here. FOR HOT TAKES:BRIDGE DETROIT ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR ORLANDO BAILEY TO HEAD UP OUTLIER MEDIA DETROIT CITY COUNCIL ASKS MAYOR TO FUND PRIORITIES MISSING FROM BUDGETSupport the Show.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

In Episode 2 of Season 5 Mike welcomes two listener favorites back to the podcast (S1E7 guest Kelly Worman and S2E9 guest Kyle Urek) for a rousing discussion of the 2023 Michigan football vs East Carolina game.Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmikedEmail the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.comKey moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to S5E2 and breaks down the plan for the episode.3.00: Mike then gives the listeners an update about what's been going on with him, starting with an epic triple trip to the Motor City all facilitated by the D2A2 bus (D2A2.com).4:00: First up was a trip up to Hamtramck to catch a Detroit City FC soccer match.5:25: Next up was checking out the NFL Draft and a sea of humanity in the best possible way.6:30: The epic week of Detroit outings ended with the Tigers/Royals baseball game.8:00: Mike then describes a new (well, new to him) TV show called Gavin and Stacey that's caught not only his eye but also his funny bone and his heart.15:00: Mike welcomes his dear friends Kelly Worman and Kyle Urek onto the podcast.20:00: Kyle and Kelly then give some updates on what's been happening with them.23:40: The guys then discuss when they last saw each other.26:15: Mike lays out the plan for the rest of the episode and the guys talk about their overall feelings on Michigan football coming into the 2023 season.33:00:  Kelly talks about how special a weekend it was to come up to Ann Arbor with his two oldest daughters and Kyle goes over the bond he's been building with his daughter over Michigan football.34:00: The guys talk through the Michigan/East Carolina game, including the grave injustice of a suspension laid on Michigan Coach Jim Harbaugh and how this was the first Michigan football game on Peacock.44:20: Did anything about the guys' feelings about the chances of the Michigan football team the rest of the season change from this game?46:40: Kyle and Kelly finish the episode by breaking down why Michigan football keeps a special place in both of their hearts.

The spirit of entrepreneurship is strong in Detroit, but also - it takes resources to really get going. That's where, since 2011, the Hatch Detroit contest has come in. One of these 10 businesses we talk to today will walk away with $100,000 in cash from Comerica Bank to make their dreams happen in Detroit, Highland Park or Hamtramck. Today, I talk to all of them in elevator pitch format. And then you get to decide by going to https://www.hatchdetroit.com/vote and picking up to four you think are worthy, each day through noon on April 18. Here's the rundown: 01:34 - Amarra Products 05:03 - Estella's Vegan Dessert Boutique 07:06 - Harry Rich Clothier 09:21 - Khana 11:13 - Nada Dry Bar 13:39 - Natural Living By Design II 16:51 - Pique Earth 19:37 - The Gentleman's Oasis 21:04 - Unity Community Barbershop 23:11 - Roller Skate Detroit Remember to vote: https://hatchdetroit.com/vote/ As always, you can find Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you download your favorite podcasts. On Apple: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  On Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our members on Patreon. Local coverage requires local support: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit  

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Back in September of 2023 during an episode of Better on Draft, we learned about a celebration of Easter/Lent, Polish Heritage, and an excuse to party, called Smigus-Dyngus (Dyngus Day).  With no breweries in Hamtramck we reached out to one of the closer breweries that enjoys throwing parties for special days of the year, Eastern Market Brewing.  They invited Wendy and Ken to come out and brew a beer for the day, which was the Dyngus Day Lager!  Before the party started on Saturday, Wendy and Ken sat down with EMBC to talk about the beer, get some updates on the growth of the business, and we talk about the social media trends of craft beer in the future!  MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities.Sponsors:Visit Detroit - The Detroit Brew Trail - https://visitdetroit.com/food-drink/breweries-wineries-distilleries/detroit-brew-trail/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Craftapped (Code BOD for 15% Off At Checkout) - https://craftapped.com/join-page-by-state/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraftUntappd - https://untappd.com/user/betterondraftYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraftTwitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraftTik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

We welcome back Jerry Tipton to Press Box Access to share stories from his new book: “Déjà Blue—A Sportswriter Reflects on 41 Seasons of Kentucky Basketball.” He takes us behind the scenes with the Wildcats, as he did with his fair, objective and relentless reporting during four decades on the pressure-packed beat. Rick Pitino. Tubby Smith. John Calipari. Eddie Sutton. The Mardi Gras Miracle. Players who thrived in the spotlight. SEC coaches who were characters and Kentucky foils. And there's more about the Laettner shot, which Jerry detailed in our first episode with him on Aug. 17, 2022: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/press-box-access/jerry-tipton-every-once-in-a-while-you-feel-like-youre-witnessing-history#episodeContent Tipton served as the Kentucky basketball beat reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader from 1981 until his retirement in July 2022. In that time, he covered three national championship teams ('96, '98, '12), nine Final Four teams, six head coaches – Joe Hall, Sutton, Pitino, Smith, Billy Gillispie, Calipari – and more than 1,200 games played by the Wildcats. He also covered the university's football team for six years before turning exclusively to basketball in 1987. A Lexington website once listed the Top 100 Most Influential People in University of Kentucky Sports History and ranked Tipton at No. 74. He has been enshrined in the U.S. Basketball Writers Hall of Fame, the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame, and the Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communication Hall of Fame. He was the 2018 winner of the Tom Hammond Kentucky Sports Media Award. Tipton also worked eight years for the Huntington (W.Va.) Herald-Dispatch from 1973-81. There, he was the beat reporter on Marshall University basketball for two seasons, covered Ohio and West Virginia high school sports, and wrote a Sunday column about bowling. The native of Hamtramck, Michigan earned a journalism degree from Marshall University after first studying math in college. “Déjà Blue—A Sportswriter Reflects on 41 Seasons of Kentucky Basketball,” is scheduled to be released in late April. You can order Jerry's book online at https://www.acclaimpress.com/books/deja-blue/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (02/28/2024): 3:05pm- On Wednesday, during a speech from the Senate floor, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced that he would be stepping down from his leadership position at the end of the term in November. Though, he does not plan to resign from the Senate. McConnell, now 82-years-old, has served in the U.S. Senate for nearly 40-years and has been the leader of the Senate Republican Conference since 2007. You can read more here: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4494536-mcconnell-to-step-down-as-senate-gop-leader/ 3:15pm- According to reports from both The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, during a White House meeting on Tuesday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined Democrat leadership—President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries—in pressing Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) to vote on a bill that would send tens-of-billions of dollars of foreign aid to Ukraine. The bill, which passed in the Senate, has stalled in the House of Representatives. 3:40pm- On Tuesday, Michigan held its Republican and Democrat primaries. Donald Trump defeated Nikki Haley 68% to 27%. Meanwhile President Joe Biden won 81% of the vote—though, “uncommitted” received a shocking 101,000 votes, or 13% of the Democrat electorate. According to estimates, “uncommitted” earned enough support to be awarded 2 delegates. Perhaps most alarming for Democrats, “uncommitted”—which beat Biden in Dearborn and Hamtramck, both of which have large Arab American populations—also performed well in East Lansing and Ann Arbor, two college towns. Is Biden struggling to appeal to young voters? And what could that mean for Biden in a general election? 4:05pm- On Wednesday, President Joe Biden had his annual physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center—though, he received no cognitive test. During her White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre insisted that Biden “passes a cognitive test everyday” as president. You can read more here: https://www.wsj.com/politics/president-biden-gets-annual-physical-amid-concerns-about-age-76a608c9?mod=hp_lead_pos3 4:15pm- While appearing on CNN with Erin Burnett, former Obama Administration Advisor Van Jones reacted to the idea that Robert Kennedy Jr. might be able to win traditionally Democrat voters in swing states who may be unhappy with President Joe Biden's policies. Jones noted that Kennedy is “on track to be in enough states to cost Joe Biden the presidency.” 4:30pm- David Kappos—Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office under Barack Obama (2009-2013)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss a Biden Administration proposal that would reinterpret the Bayh-Dole Act which deals with the development of intellectual property arising from research funded by the federal government—with ownership of the invention/patent being granted to the entity responsible for actually conducting the research. Rather than alter the bill through the legislative process, President Joe Biden may act unilaterally via executive order. And under Biden's proposed alteration to the Bayh-Dole Act's framework, he would weaken patent ownership—hobbling technological, medical, and scientific innovation done at universities, for example, in the process. A letter to Biden, signed by Kappos and other former government officials, states: “We believe the adoption of the Draft Framework would destabilize our nation's entire technology transfer system which is central to U.S. innovation, and we thus implore you to withdraw the framework in its entirety.” 4:50pm- After a seven-hour deposition, Hunter Biden and his attorney Abbe Lowell emerged from an office building on Capitol Hill. Lowell briefly spoke with members of the press and claimed that Republican members of Congress were unable to produce any evidence that Hunter Biden, or the Biden family, ever engaged in corrupt business practices. 5:00pm- Regina Egea—President of the Garden State Initiative (GSI) & served as Chief of Staff to former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Governor Phil Murphy's proposal that New Jersey adopt a corporate tax rate of 11.5%, which would be the highest in the entire country. How would this new proposed exorbitant tax impact job creation throughout the state? 5:20pm- Jess Bravin of The Wall Street Journal writes: “The Supreme Court agreed to consider whether Donald Trump must stand trial on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election, after lower courts rejected his claim that he is entitled to absolute immunity because he was president at the time. The court's move means it will have final say on an issue the judiciary never confronted before Trump. But it also means the former president has bought himself at least another couple of months before any trial, which had been scheduled to start in early March before the immunity battle scuttled those plans.” You find more on this developing story here: https://www.wsj.com/us-news/law/supreme-court-to-say-if-donald-trump-must-stand-trial-in-2020-election-conspiracy-case-1b7f4e3f 5:40pm- Phil Kerpen—President of American Commitment—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's announcement that he will be stepping down at the end of the term in November. Who is likely to replace him as leader of the Senate Republican Conference? Kerpen thinks it might be Sen. John Thune (R-SD) who currently serves as Senate Minority Whip. Plus, according to reports, Congressional leaders have agreed to a short-term bill to avoid a partial government shutdown which was at risk of occurring at the end of the week. And did Governor Gavin Newsom really exempt Panera Bread from new state minimum wage laws because they contributed to his campaign? You can learn more about American Commitment here: https://www.americancommitment.org/about/ 6:05pm- Andrew C. McCarthy of National Review writes: “[Donald] Trump's legal team has asked the Appellate Division-First Department to accept a $100 million bond for the purposes of enabling him to appeal the civil-fraud judgment against him and of stopping New York attorney general Letitia James from beginning to execute that judgment—i.e., to start seizing his property if he can't pay up in cash. The problem, of course, is that the judgment against him is $450 million—with interest, which continues to accrue at about $112,000 per day.” You can read more here: https://www.nationalreview.com/2024/02/trump-tells-new-york-appeals-court-he-cant-post-full-bond/ 6:10pm- Jess Bravin of The Wall Street Journal writes: “The Supreme Court agreed to consider whether Donald Trump must stand trial on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election, after lower courts rejected his claim that he is entitled to absolute immunity because he was president at the time. The court's move means it will have final say on an issue the judiciary never confronted before Trump. But it also means the former president has bought himself at least another couple of months before any trial, which had been scheduled to start in early March before the immunity battle scuttled those plans.” You find more on this developing story here: https://www.wsj.com/us-news/law/supreme-court-to-say-if-donald-trump-must-stand-trial-in-2020-election-conspiracy-case-1b7f4e3f 6:15pm- On Wednesday, President Joe Biden had his annual physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center—though, he received no cognitive test. During her White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre insisted that Biden “passes a cognitive test everyday” as president. You can read more here: https://www.wsj.com/politics/president-biden-gets-annual-physical-amid-concerns-about-age-76a608c9?mod=hp_lead_pos3 6:20pm- While appearing on CNN with Erin Burnett, former Obama Administration Advisor Van Jones reacted to the idea that Robert Kennedy Jr. might be able to win traditionally Democrat voters in swing states who may be unhappy with President Joe Biden's policies. Jones noted that Kennedy is “on track to be in enough states to cost Joe Biden the presidency.” 6:25pm- From his Truth Social account, former President Donald Trump said: “Legal Scholars are extremely thankful for the Supreme Court's Decision today to take up Presidential Immunity. Without Presidential Immunity, a President will not be able to properly function, or make decisions, in the best interest of the United States of America. Presidents will always be concerned, and even paralyzed, by the prospect of wrongful prosecution and retaliation after they leave office. This could actually lead to the extortion and blackmail of a President. The other side would say, ‘If you don't do something, just the way we want it, we are going to go after you when you leave office, or perhaps even sooner.'” You can find the post here: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/112011584636454428 6:40pm- On Wednesday, during a speech from the Senate floor, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced that he would be stepping down from his leadership position at the end of the term in November. Though, he does not plan to resign from the Senate. McConnell, now 82-years-old, has served in the U.S. Senate for nearly 40-years and has been the leader of the Senate Republican Conference since 2007. You can read more here: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4494536-mcconnell-to-step-down-as-senate-gop-leader/

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: On Wednesday, during a speech from the Senate floor, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced that he would be stepping down from his leadership position at the end of the term in November. Though, he does not plan to resign from the Senate. McConnell, now 82-years-old, has served in the U.S. Senate for nearly 40-years and has been the leader of the Senate Republican Conference since 2007. You can read more here: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4494536-mcconnell-to-step-down-as-senate-gop-leader/ According to reports from both The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, during a White House meeting on Tuesday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined Democrat leadership—President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries—in pressing Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) to vote on a bill that would send tens-of-billions of dollars of foreign aid to Ukraine. The bill, which passed in the Senate, has stalled in the House of Representatives. On Tuesday, Michigan held its Republican and Democrat primaries. Donald Trump defeated Nikki Haley 68% to 27%. Meanwhile President Joe Biden won 81% of the vote—though, “uncommitted” received a shocking 101,000 votes, or 13% of the Democrat electorate. According to estimates, “uncommitted” earned enough support to be awarded 2 delegates. Perhaps most alarming for Democrats, “uncommitted”—which beat Biden in Dearborn and Hamtramck, both of which have large Arab American populations—also performed well in East Lansing and Ann Arbor, two college towns. Is Biden struggling to appeal to young voters? And what could that mean for Biden in a general election?