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What to know and where to go in Metro Detroit. Timely conversations and local stories about a variety of topics including autos, bars and restaurants, business, Detroit City FC, development, local government, policy, technology, things to do, transit and more. All in about 20 minutes a day.
 
1935. The Great Depression. Detroit is ranked as the hardest hit city in America. Speramus Meliora Resurgent Cineribus Akin to a miracle something incredible began to happen. Detroit began to win in a way that had never been seen before…or since. The Tigers, Lions and Red Wings all won their first Championships. An unknown Joe Louis would rise to international super stardom. Speed boat racing, tennis, track and field, golf, bowling, swimming, firearms…champions all and all from Detroit. In t ...
 
Damian Parson, national scout at The Draft Network and Keith Sanchez, senior NFL draft analyst for The Draft Network and 2019 LSU Football National Champion bring the NFL Draft to life every day with insight and analysis on college football prospects, NFL Front office evaluation process and the NFL on Locked on NFL Draft, part of the Locked on Podcast Network. #NFL #NFLDraft
 
Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network.
 
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Episode 90: The Other Champions of 1935: Clark Haskins The “Detroit Atlas,” Clark Haskins and the Detroit Police Field Day are explored. Some interesting side stories today. Information and images in the video version from The Detroit News archives and The Library of Congress. A great history of the Detroit Police Department. Marie Owen the first p…
 
Did you know that in 1935 Detroit had the most epic year in American sports history, when it comes to winning? Champions Day is on April 18th - but on April 16th there will be a party to celebrate it. Who better to talk about it than veteran radio host and podcaster James Flanagan and author of a number of books on the subject, Charles Avison. Thei…
 
Anthony Richardson is one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. He had a strong performance on his pro day, showcasing his physical skill set. Is he a potential franchise quarterback that warrants a top-ten selection? What were the takeaways from his pro-day performance? Richardson is a very young quarterback in age and playing ex…
 
Busy show. Pie Sci is expanding to Oak Park, Liberty Bar + Poutinery is in Pontiac and Randy enjoyed it, the Detroit Institute of Bagels has reopened. We discuss. And do you ever have the urge to run south of the border to Waffle House? Plus, Fletcher is in to talk about the Oneil Fisher signing (he's been on the Jamaican national team and has a lo…
 
The Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson saga continue to get worse. Most teams are "reported" to be out of the Jackson market. Unlike them, the Indianapolis Colts have been rumored to be interested in the former league MVP. The guys believe the Colts NEED to make this trade happen. If so, how will it impact the Colts' chances of winning the AFC Sout…
 
Normally, Devon is in on Fridays but he grabbed a pour-over and headed into the studio for a Wednesday edition of the show. We talk about District Detroit's incentives getting almost unanimous approval by city council - and even the dissent was clear to say they're pro-business and pro-development. Plus, word is the Lions are considering a move fro…
 
The Carolina Panthers are doing their due diligence on all of the top four quarterback prospects. That said we all believe it is a two-man race with Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud. The guys debate which of the two QBs would fit the Panthers' offense better. This lead to them discussing the Panthers' offensive weapons and how they could improve the uni…
 
Robin Runyan is here from Urbanize Detroit to talk local Detroit and Metro Detroit development. We touch on the Book Tower and many other projects. Before and after work at the Book Tower being done by Bedrock: https://detroit.urbanize.city/post/photos-and-after-book-towers-historic-transformation Plus, the show ends with a little Tigers talk. We d…
 
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Mostly everyone, whether a fan or not, has seen some footage of the World’s Strongest Man competition. It’s truly mind-boggling how powerful these competitors are. But many people don’t know that the first competition goes back to 1977…
 
As we creep closer to the 2023 NFL Draft. The pro-day circuit continues to heat up. Kentucky QB Will Levis had an impressive workout. How does that impact his pre-draft view and projection to the NFL? Did he do enough to climb the quarterback rankings? The guys are back with another "this or that" segment. Would they rather have TCU WR Quentin John…
 
Today's show has a few topics. First, we get word that more than 20 Burger Kings in Metro Detroit are on the closing block, impacting more than 400 workers. Then we discuss - as some stories put Flint in Metro Detroit - is Flint Metro Detroit? Where is the line? Would love your feedback. Detroit City FC had a disappointing home opener, losing 1-0 t…
 
Keith Sanchez's Mock Draft 7.0 is live! As usual, the guys break down the mock into three parts. The best, worst, and sleeper picks. The Kansas City Chiefs receive an explosive edge defender to bolster their pass rush and run defense with Nolan Smith. Which team with two first-round picks was in the "worst pick" territory? The Cowboys added to thei…
 
Happy Friday! Devon O'Reilly joins us to talk about his trip to Mad Nice. Jer highlights a place across the street but celebrating five years, the basement cocktail bar Castalia at Sfumato. Devon makes a case for the return of the power lunch and highlights downtown Detroit's shifting restaurant scene where high end rules the day. Jer asks why we k…
 
Ohio State's pro day was headlined by the stars on the offensive side of the football. Wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba compounded his great NFL Scouting Combine with an even better performance. JSN ran an official (reportedly) 4.48 in the forty. This is much faster than the consensus believed he would run. Does this make him WR1 and will he be abl…
 
Today's show is a busy one. First we dive into Wayne County's Juvenile Jail problems and the health emergency Exec Warren Evans declared. Then, air monitors are going up at 100 sites on poles and mobile ones with 500 children with asthma to get more details on the county's air quality. Fletcher has strong feelings about this from personal experienc…
 
When Football Is Football is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. HIGHLIGHTED SHOW Welcome to Fantasy Football Origin Stories, a weekly show here on the Sports History Network, where each episode is a journey back in time to explore some unique experiences from some of the coolest and most influential people …
 
It is pro-day season and this episode is dominated by Tigers. The Auburn Tigers completed their pro day this week. Running back Tank Bigsby shined and led the way with big names for the program. Improving his athletic testing along with checking the height and weight boxes, how does this impact his draft stock? What defensive prospect should everyo…
 
On today's episode, a look back in time. I'd argue that Silicon Valley is today's Detroit in that a hundred years ago, the Motor City was the capital of innovation. But the nail in the coffin on that era were bank runs that cascaded into the rest of the country. Major players like Henry Ford had decided they'd rather rebuild their entire company th…
 
The Detroit Lions have made one thing clear this free agency period, DEFENSE MATTERS. After their defensive acquisitions, what direction should they go with their 2 first-round picks? Offensive playmakers or continue to improve their struggling defensive unit? The stock report is here, which player's stocks are rising or falling as we inch closer t…
 
What we thought was going to be a quick look at a new entrance renovation turned into a night to remember. Randy, Shi, and Jer share their thoughts on a cornucopia of food at Hazel's in downtown Birmingham. Yes, they're known for seafood and we try a bunch of that - but their menu doesn't stop there. After all, Chef Emmele Harold is one of the most…
 
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One of the best, if not the best prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft class is Jalen Carter. The Georgia defensive lineman is having a rough and rocky draft season. From the racing incident, lying to police, and poor pro day workout. How will this impact his draft stock and is there a way Carter can fix his image before April's draft? In the "this or tha…
 
Fletcher Sharpe is in for us to get the sports pod out. With the DCFC season upon us, we're trying a Monday show to be as fresh as possible. Feedback, as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com. 00:41 These signings are solid. Could we see the Detroit Lions, your NFC North Division champs? 03:51 Michigan State with the win advances in the to…
 
Mock Draft Monday is back and in full effect. PFN draft analyst Ian Cummings drops a full seven-round mock draft with trades. Which picks were the best and why? Out of the seven rounds, there will be plenty of candidates for best, worst, and sleeper selections. Will Levis being selected in the top six to the Detroit Lions is bound to make one of th…
 
It's Devon O'Reilly's favorite holday, so of course we talk all things Irish. What makes a good Irish bar. Why maybe there are few of them, and some good ones to check out around Metro Detroit. Plus, we talk about some openings around town and places to check out we've been to. As always - feedback, dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com. Support us…
 
The Minnesota Vikings made outstanding strides under first-year head coach Kevin O'Connell in 2022. After signing CB Byron Murphy, the Vikings still are in need of CB talent but more importantly, wide receiver talent. Two ACC dynamic names were mentioned, UNC's Josh Downs and Boston College's Zay Flowers. The New England Patriots signed WR Juju Smi…
 
01:50 Today in the news, word comes that Slow's BBQ has a new investor - Mighty Quinn's Barbecue out of New York, and the Cooley family has sold their share. It's an interesting move as they'll get the capital to expand with a new food truck, additional scale, and lcoations; but also, it leads us to talk about BBQ and ribs in general. Where are the…
 
The New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers have been linked this entire off-season. The issue boils down to the Jets and Green Bay Packers agreeing on the compensation for the trade. We look at what they should do if they do not come to the grounds on a trade. Trade up for a rookie quarterback, C.J. Stroud, or Will Levis? The Atlanta Falcons have done an …
 
When a former president does a video to announce a thing coming to your city, people pay attention. But what's past the video by former President Barack Obama? What is the Change Collective? What are they looking to do in the Detroit? Dexter Mason joins me on the podcast to talk about it and their programs, including one you could be part of. More:…
 
The NFL's legal tampering period brought about plenty of player movement which means winners and losers across the league. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down why the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, New York Jets and New England Patriots most moved the needle in how they did and did not improve during the legal tampering per…
 
The NFL free agency period is underway and teams are not wasting time adding to their rosters. The Dallas Cowboys agreed to a trade with the Indianapolis Colts for CB and former defensive player of the year Stephon Gilmore. This removes CB from their early draft needs but where should they go? Running back, wide receiver, or maybe tight end? Stayin…
 
Michigan Soccer Central's Robert Kerr joins us to talk all things about the beautiful game in the beautiful pair of peninsulas that is the state of Michigan. We also celebrate 100 episodes of the Michigan Soccer Central Podcast with Robert in an episode that's going in both our feeds. We talk about the teams, the leagues, the excellent women's game…
 
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY The Detroit Lions won the NFL Championship in 1935, defeating the NY Giants 26–7, but Lions fans didn't have much to brag about again until 1952, when they won their second NFL title. They played in three more championship games over t…
 
The NFL "league tampering" period of free agency began and money was thrown around to unrestricted free agents. The Kansas City Chiefs decided against paying left tackle Orlando Brown but gave a nice contract to former Jacksonville Jaguars OT Jawaan Taylor. Does this move signal the Chiefs using their first-round pick on more firepower for Patrick …
 
One of our favorite things to do is check in on Metro Detroit's and Detroit's progress and areas of concern when it comes to greenways, biking infrastructure, walkability, freeway pedestrian overpasses and more. To do that, Todd Scott from the Detroit Greenways Coalition joins me for a 2023 update. Detroit Greenways Coalition: https://detroitgreenw…
 
Black & Blue - The Story of Gerald Ford, Willis Ward and 1934 University of Michigan Football. Our guest today is producer-director Brian Kruger. What is the story behind the now infamous U of M - Georgia Tech game of 1934? What part did Fielding H. Yost play in the events leading up to the benching of Willis Ward for that game and how Gerry Ford a…
 
This past Friday, the Carolina Panthers completed a trade with the Chicago Bears to move up eight spots in the first round. Now sitting with the first overall selection, which of the big four quarterbacks is favored to land in Carolina? Does Ohio State's C.J. Stroud offer the best/safest chance for Carolina to change their quarterback fortunes? Lea…
 
With the Houston Texans in position to grab one of the top-four quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft (Alabama’s Bryce young, C.J. Stroud of Ohio State, Florida Gators passer Anthony Richardson or Kentucky’s Will Levis) who would be their best fit? Meanwhile the Kansas City Chiefs look to sattle Patrick Mahomes with a top-end pass-catching threat a…
 
Alabama QB Bryce Young might be the first pick in this year’s NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers after their big trade up, but other stars like linebacker Will Anderson, running back Jahmyr Gibbs and Texas Tech edge rusher Tyree Wilson will help to make the NFC conference even more competitive throughout the 2023 NFL season. Even the Super Bowl Cha…
 
The running backs showcased their full skill sets and abilities down at the NFL Scouting Combine. Bijan Robinson is the ONE but not the only ONE at the RB position. Should teams that have more pressing needs draft Bijan Robinson in the first round or wait for one in the later rounds? Bijan vs the Field. Jahmyr Gibbs tore up the NFL Scouting Combine…
 
On today's show: There was a fire in Fletcher's neighborhood. Good to hear that the neighboring bar, O'Flaherty's, has reopened. Out west has designs on our water in the Great Lakes. We discuss. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/03/04/whats-solution-wests-water-crisis-desperate-ideas-explained/11274700002/ The Michigan marijuana busin…
 
The New York Giants defeated were able to come to an agreement with quarterback Daniel Jones for an extension over the next four seasons. Did the team make the right decision to sign Jones and tag Saquon Barkley? Would it have been better for the Giants to draft a quarterback by moving up in the draft? The most impactful and influential player on t…
 
The NFL off-season is kicking off with the franchise tag deadline before we reach free agency. The Baltimore Ravens decided to use the non-exclusive franchise tag on star quarterback Lamar Jackson. How valuable are two first-round picks to the Ravens if Jackson is moved? A look at the Ravens team needs heading into free agency and the NFL Draft. IF…
 
Today we preview the 65th edition of the St. Patrick's Parade with Mike Kelly, co-chair of the parade and president of the United Irish Societies. There's something for everyone with this event between the floats, the family fun zone and more. Website: https://www.detroitstpatricksparade.com/ Our 2023 Podcast Survey: https://forms.gle/F7eG9WFb4pFUx…
 
Today's episode is a busy one. Fletcher shares why he's on board with Antoine Davis and all his points; We talk about the Red Wings, their season and belief in the Yzerplan with friend of the show AK; Chloe Ricketts is a Michigan-made women's soccer star making big moves and we talk about her rise; And Detroit City FC is starting their USL Champion…
 
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