New School boards and the Democratic surge
What is the fallout from the Democratic domination during the 2026 election this midterms? Former Macomb County Prosecutor Carl Marlinga breaks it down. Also on Detroit Talk City, Brandi McGill talks new school boards following the election.
What is the fallout from the Democratic domination during the 2026 election this midterms? Former Macomb County Prosecutor Carl Marlinga breaks it down. Also on Detroit Talk City, Brandi McGill talks new school boards following the election.
Michigan midterm results: Unpacking GOP showing, Wayne County
On this episode of Detroit Talk City, Perry Johnson, who ran in the primary for Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial nomination, talks about “the blue wave” that came over Michigan last night in the 2026 midterm. And Wayne County Commissioner Alex Garza talks about the future of the Democratic Party in Wayne County.
On this episode of Detroit Talk City, Perry Johnson, who ran in the primary for Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial nomination, talks about “the blue wave” that came over Michigan last night in the 2026 midterm. And Wayne County Commissioner Alex Garza talks about the future of the Democratic Party in Wayne County.
Detroit Talk City | Election Day special
Former congressman Hansen Clarke and Detroit City Councilman at Large Coleman A. Young Jr. join Detroit Talk City to talk about the final voter push before the polls close.
Former congressman Hansen Clarke and Detroit City Councilman at Large Coleman A. Young Jr. join Detroit Talk City to talk about the final voter push before the polls close.
Detroit Talk City | Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony, Tiffany Gunter
On this episode of Detroit Talk City, Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony talks about campaign appearances at Black churches in Detroit ahead of the big midterm election in Michigan, and the one where Haley Stevens surprisingly endorsed Mike Rogers. And SMART CEO Tiffany Gunter talks about regional transit in a town like the Motor City.
On this episode of Detroit Talk City, Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony talks about campaign appearances at Black churches in Detroit ahead of the big midterm election in Michigan, and the one where Haley Stevens surprisingly endorsed Mike Rogers. And SMART CEO Tiffany Gunter talks about regional transit in a town like the Motor City.
From Devil’s Night to ‘Halloween in the D’: Chief Bettison
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison talks about the evolution of Devil’s Night in Detroit to kicking off Halloween in the D events. And, Rose the Reader joins for some angel readings.
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison talks about the evolution of Devil’s Night in Detroit to kicking off Halloween in the D events. And, Rose the Reader joins for some angel readings.
Local governments struggle to pass millages
Orion Township supervisor Chris Barnett gives insider perspective about what local government is dealing with, after public safety millages failed to pass in the August primary.
Orion Township supervisor Chris Barnett gives insider perspective about what local government is dealing with, after public safety millages failed to pass in the August primary.
Election 2026: Detroit’s impact on Michigan’s midterm elections
Former member of the Michigan Senate Adam Hollier joins Detroit Talk City to talk about the impact Detroit could have on the midterm elections.
Former member of the Michigan Senate Adam Hollier joins Detroit Talk City to talk about the impact Detroit could have on the midterm elections.
Detroit Mayor Sheffield wants to build 1,000 new homes
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield wants to build 1,000 new homes in the city by 2031. She joins Detroit Talk City to talk about Project 1,000.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield wants to build 1,000 new homes in the city by 2031. She joins Detroit Talk City to talk about Project 1,000.
Detroit Talk City | Michigan elections; push to ban kratom
Former attorney general Mike Cox talks about the elections in Michigan and what he sees in the state’s political future. And addiction expert Matt Grace talks about kratom and the push to ban the herbal substance that can produce opioid-like effects.
Former attorney general Mike Cox talks about the elections in Michigan and what he sees in the state’s political future. And addiction expert Matt Grace talks about kratom and the push to ban the herbal substance that can produce opioid-like effects.
Detroit Talk City | Museum millage; elderly romance scams
Detroit artist Tony Roko talks about the museum millage on the ballot for voters in Wayne and Oakland counties and cultural institutions in the city. And elder law attorney Kelsey Simasko talks about the warning signs to look for when it comes to scams involving older adults.
Detroit artist Tony Roko talks about the museum millage on the ballot for voters in Wayne and Oakland counties and cultural institutions in the city. And elder law attorney Kelsey Simasko talks about the warning signs to look for when it comes to scams involving older adults.
Detroit Talk City | Trading card investments; Dr. Fata aftermath
Dr. Farid Fata, a disgraced Michigan doctor who gave healthy people chemotherapy in a health care fraud scheme, is asking for an early release from prison. One of his victims, Terry Spurlock, talks about surviving the ordeal. And Mario Visingardi talks about trading card investments.
Dr. Farid Fata, a disgraced Michigan doctor who gave healthy people chemotherapy in a health care fraud scheme, is asking for an early release from prison. One of his victims, Terry Spurlock, talks about surviving the ordeal. And Mario Visingardi talks about trading card investments.
Detroit Talk City | Fake polling numbers and Home deed scams
Todd Perkins joins Detroit Talk City to talk about fake polling numbers and their impact on elections. Also on the show this week, Darralyn Bowers who is discussing home deed scams.
Todd Perkins joins Detroit Talk City to talk about fake polling numbers and their impact on elections. Also on the show this week, Darralyn Bowers who is discussing home deed scams.
Detroit Talk City | Homeless Bill of Rights; fading faith in America
Ann Arbor is approaching homelessness with a bill of rights. Council member Ayesa Ghazi Edwin explains what protections this could offer to those who are unhoused. And Pastor Claude May talks about religion in America as church attendance is on the decline.
Ann Arbor is approaching homelessness with a bill of rights. Council member Ayesa Ghazi Edwin explains what protections this could offer to those who are unhoused. And Pastor Claude May talks about religion in America as church attendance is on the decline.
Detroit Talk City | Political scrutiny of Muslim candidates; autism on IDs
Advocate Xavier Degroat explains designations you can put on your driver’s license in Michigan to inform police about possible communication difficulties. And State Rep. Alabas Farhat talks about the scrutiny political candidates face, and if he thinks Muslim candidates will be discouraged in this political climate.
Advocate Xavier Degroat explains designations you can put on your driver’s license in Michigan to inform police about possible communication difficulties. And State Rep. Alabas Farhat talks about the scrutiny political candidates face, and if he thinks Muslim candidates will be discouraged in this political climate.
Detroit Talk City | Restaurant hardships; college campus safety
Bob Roberts, owner of McShane’s in Corktown and Corktown Business Association President, weighs in on the hardships restaurants and small businesses are facing amid rising costs. And Johnathan Shephard, editor in chief of Wayne State University’s paper, talks about safety on college campuses.
Bob Roberts, owner of McShane’s in Corktown and Corktown Business Association President, weighs in on the hardships restaurants and small businesses are facing amid rising costs. And Johnathan Shephard, editor in chief of Wayne State University’s paper, talks about safety on college campuses.
Detroit Talk City | Should teachers be armed?
Two teachers, Ms. Audrey and Ms. Kelsey, join this episode of Detroit Talk City to talk about gun control in the classroom.
Two teachers, Ms. Audrey and Ms. Kelsey, join this episode of Detroit Talk City to talk about gun control in the classroom.
Detroit Talk City | Head Start funding; Ferndale parking
Head Start funding faces a national threat. Dr. Bobbie Hayes Goodrum from Matrix Human Services explains what the potential cuts could mean. And Ferndale business owner Dana Taucher talks about the parking squeeze in the city.
Head Start funding faces a national threat. Dr. Bobbie Hayes Goodrum from Matrix Human Services explains what the potential cuts could mean. And Ferndale business owner Dana Taucher talks about the parking squeeze in the city.
Detroit Talk City | Fighting anti-semitism; Flock in Inkster
Leo Terrell and Sheldon Freilich talk about anti-semitism. And Inkster Mayor Byron Nolen talks about Flock cameras in the city.
Leo Terrell and Sheldon Freilich talk about anti-semitism. And Inkster Mayor Byron Nolen talks about Flock cameras in the city.
Detroit Talk City | Snap benefits cuts
Thousands of families in Michigan have had their food benefits cut. Maureen Taylor talks about why she believes this is a major federal mistake. Then, Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus Chair Keith Williams talks about Black residents living in and leaving Detroit.
Thousands of families in Michigan have had their food benefits cut. Maureen Taylor talks about why she believes this is a major federal mistake. Then, Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus Chair Keith Williams talks about Black residents living in and leaving Detroit.
Detroit Talk City | Third-party politicians
Danialle Karmanos breaks down high tech innovations that are solving problems in metro Detroit. And Anthony Hudson, who is on the ballot as the Libertarian candidate for governor, talks about the importance of third-party politics.
Danialle Karmanos breaks down high tech innovations that are solving problems in metro Detroit. And Anthony Hudson, who is on the ballot as the Libertarian candidate for governor, talks about the importance of third-party politics.