Oct. 13, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about a nonprofit helping women who own small businesses, the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and a new partnership between Wayne State University and the Detroit Football Club. Guests include Sean Mann, Michelle Richards, and Michelle Richards.Door Curtis Paul

Oct. 13, 2024 ~ Wayne State University has formed a partnership with the Detroit City Football Club, Detroit’s soccer team. Sean Mann, the CEO and co-owner of the club, talks to host Ann Thomas about the partnership.Door Curtis Paul

Oct. 13, 2024 ~ The Detroit Free Press Marathon weekend is Oct. 18 - 20, and runners consider it to be one of the best races in the country. Executive Director Aaron Velthoven joins host Ann Thomas to discuss the race.Door Curtis Paul

For 40 years, the nonprofit Great Lakes Women’s Business Council has been a champion for local women and minority businesses, providing access to capital, certification for women-owned businesses, corporate contracting opportunities, and small business educational support. Executive Director Michelle Richards joins host Ann Thomas to talk about her…

Oct. 6, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about fall activities at the Detroit Zoo, the work of the Great Lakes Water Authority, and the Basilica of St. Anne de Detroit. Guests include Sue Coffey, Megan Gregg, and Msgr. Chuck Kosanke.Door Curtis Paul

Oct. 6, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks with Msgr. Charles Kosanke, the pastor and rector of the Basilica of St. Anne de Detroit.Door Curtis Paul

Oct. 6, 2024 ~ The Detroit Zoo has a lot of activities going on in the fall, and Detroit Zoological Society’s Senior Events Manager Megan Gregg talks to host Ann Thomas about what is going on at the zoo!Door Curtis Paul

Oct. 6, 2024 ~ The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) is a regional water and sewer authority that services nearly 40% of the water customers in Michigan, including the city of Detroit. Host Ann Thomas checks in with GLWA CEO Sue Coffey.Door Curtis Paul

Sept. 29, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about a new bakery opening in Detroit, the 100th anniversary of the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel, and the work of the Downtown Boxing Gym. Guests include Scott Stinebaugh, Peter Fezzey, and Garnet Terri.Door Curtis Paul

Sept. 29, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks with Garnet Terri, owner of Terri’s Cakes Detroit, who is opening a storefront in Detroit’s East Warren neighborhood.Door Curtis Paul

Sept. 29, 2024 ~ The Downtown Boxing Gym is a youth program that’s been operating in the City of Detroit for 17 years That provides free academic, athletic, and wraparound services to children between the ages of 8-18. Peter Fezzey, chief advancement officer with the Downtown Boxing Gym, talks to Ann Thomas to talk about this charity.…

Sept. 29, 2024 ~ When the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit on Washington Boulevard opened on Dec. 8, 1924, it was the tallest hotel in the world with 33 floors and 1,136 guest rooms. This hotel is now celebrating its 100th anniversary, and Scott Stinebaugh, director of sales and marketing, talks to host Ann Thomas about how the $14 million hotel is …

Sept. 15, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the 116th birthday of the Model T, tech Town Detroit, and a Detroit business turning 100 years old. Guesta include Jill Woodward, Nicholas Piach, and Carolyn Chinn Watson.Door Curtis Paul

Sept. 15, 2024 ~ A cultural icon and one of the Motor City’s most significant contributions to the world: the Model T is turning 116 years old! The Ford Piquet Avenue Plant Museum is planning a big party for the occasion, so Jill Woodward, the Museum’s president & CEO, joins host Ann Thomas to talk about it.…

Sept. 15, 2024 ~ Tech Town Detroit, Wayne State University’s entrepreneurship hub, is getting ready for its 10th annual Toast of the Town Celebration. Carolyn Chinn Watson, TechTown Detroit’s marketing director, talks to host Ann Thomas about the event.Door Curtis Paul

Sept. 15, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Nicholas Piach, the owner of Banner Sign Company, a Detroit-based business that is celebrating its 100th anniversary.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 25, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about expansions to a Detroit organization and a new restaurant coming to the Detroit Metro Airport. Guests include David Cowan, Anthony Tomey, and Paddy Lynch.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 25, 2024 ~ The Downtown Detroit Partnership is expanding in a big way and David Cowan, chief public spaces officer, joins the show to tell host Ann Thomas all about it.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 25, 2024 ~ Born in Detroit is extending its Detroit storefront lease and introducing a restaurant concept at Detroit Metro Airport. Anthony Tomey, co-owner of Born in Detroit, talks to Ann Thomas about the expansion.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 25, 2024 ~ Local businessman Paddy Lynch, of Lynch and Sons Funeral Directors, talks to Ann Thoms about the various businesses he runs in Detroit.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about local Detroit eateries and a new option for getting around the city! Guests include Konnor Petz, Erica Pietrzyk, and Thomas Adamczyk.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 14, 2024 ~ The Connect Autonomous Vehicle shuttle service is up and running in Detroit. Konner Petz, the senior project manager, talks to host Ann Thomas about how people can catch a ride around town.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ Planted Detroit Thomas Adamczyk talks to host Ann Thomas about how he started his company in 2018 that sells freshly made salads.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 18, 2024 ~ There’s a pierogi shop located in Gratiot Central Meat Market in Detroit, Pietrzyk Pierogi, which strives to be a business that employs, feeds, and supports the community it exists in, by creating nutrient-dense, ready-to-eat foods made with love. Host Ann Thomas spoke to owner Erica Pietrzyk about the restaurant.…

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about updates to the recently reopened Michigan Central, a new art exhibition in Detroit, and two Detroit shops celebrating their 15th anniversary. Guests include City Bird and Nest co-owner Emily Linn, NewLab COO Carolina Pluszczynski, and "The Stories of Us" co-founder Ashley Shaw Scott Adjaye.…

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ “The Stories of Us” is a public art exhibition running through Aug. 15 in Detroit at the Robert C. Valade Park. Bedrock’s Decked Out Detroit and the Downtown Detroit Partnership have partnered on this storytelling initiative. Ashley Shaw Scott Adjaye, co-founder of the exhibition, talks to host Ann Thomas about the exhibition.…

April 4, 2024 ~ The reopening of Detroit’s iconic train station, Michigan Central, is leading to the opening of another platform connected to Michigan Central. It’s called The NewLab, and Carolina Pluszczynski, COO of NewLab, talks to host Ann Thomas about the project.Door Curtis Paul

Aug. 4, 2024 ~ There are two great stores in Midtown Detroit, City Bird and Nest, and the owners are celebrating their 15th Anniversary. Emily Linn, co-owner and creative director of City Bird and Nest, talks to host Ann Thomas about her stores.Door Curtis Paul

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July 21, 2024 ~ Joe Muer Seafood is located along the Detroit River inside the Renaissance Center in Detroit. Over the last several months, some changes have been made at the restaurant. Joe Vicari, the CEO, talks to host Ann Thomas about the facelift.Door Curtis Paul

July 21, 2024 ~ The Michigan Science Center is located on the corner of Warren and John R. in Midtown Detroit and offers a fun, educational experience on a hot summer day. Dr. Christian Greer, president and CEO of the Michigan Science Center, talks to host Ann Thomas about the center.Door Curtis Paul

July 21, 2024 ~ A Detroit tour company is launching the first ever Hip Hop History Tour of Detroit. Kris Hoff, president of Distinctively Detroit Tours, talks to Ann Thomas about what people can expect from the tour.Door Curtis Paul

July 14, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas previews upcoming events and projects in the city of Detroit, including Art Alleys and a major jazz festival. Guests include Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins, Downtown Detroit Partnership CEO Eric Larson, and city of Detroit Director of Arts and Culture Rochelle Riley.…

July 14, 2024 ~ Some big events are over for the year, but Detroit continues to welcome visitors from all over the world. Host Ann Thomas checks in with the CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership Eric Larson to see what’s happening in Motown for the rest of the year.Door Curtis Paul

July 10, 2024 ~ Construction is underway on Arts Alleys across Detroit, so host Ann Thomas checks in with Rochelle Riley, the director of arts and culture for the city of Detroit, to see what this is all about.Door Curtis Paul

July 14, 2024 ~ The Detroit Jazzfest, the world’s largest free jazz festival, returns for a long Labor Day weekend this summer. Host Ann Thomas gets the details on the lineup from Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation President and Artistic Director Chris Collins.Door Curtis Paul

June 23, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the upcoming Rocket Mortgage Classic golf tournament, home ownership in Detroit, and the groundbreaking of a new Michigan State University/Henry Ford Hospital health center. Guests include Rocket Mortgage Classic Executive Director Jason Langwell, Detroit Future City Director of Equitable Neighborhood Pla…

June 23, 2024 ~ June is Home Ownership Month, so host Ann Thomas spoke with Shari Williams, director of equitable neighborhood planning at Detroit Future City, to talk about home ownership in Detroit.Door Curtis Paul

June 23, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Rocket Mortgage Classic Executive Director Jason Langwell about the Detroit event taking place from June 27-30, including how to get tickets and all the events taking place as golf takes over the Motor City.Door Curtis Paul

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the Oak & Reel restaurant in Detroit, the reopening of Michigan Central Station, and a new housing complex opening in the city. Guests include Ford Motor Co.'s Mark Truby, Oak & Reel Chef and co-owner Jared Gadbaw, and Pope Francis Center President and CEO Tim McCabe.…

June 9, 2024 ~ The Pope Francis Center has opened the doors to its $40 million Bridge Housing Campus. Tim McCabe, President and CEO of the Pope Francis Center, talks to host Ann Thomas about this transformational project.Door Curtis Paul

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Jared Gadbaw, chef and co-owner of the Oak & Reel restaurant in Detroit, located on East Grand Boulevard.Door Curtis Paul

June 9, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Ford Motor Co.’s Mark Truby about the re-birth of Detroit’s train station, now called Michigan Central Station, and the company's role in the rebuild.Door Curtis Paul

May 19, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about the Eat Detroit event, VegFest at Eastern Market, and Small Business Month in Michigan. Guests include WJR host Mitch Albom, VegMichigan Program Manager Kim Korona, and Downtown Detroit Partnership CEO Eric Larsen.Door Curtis Paul

May 19, 2024 ~ May is small business month in Michigan and Eric Larsen, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership, talks to host Ann Thomas about how the partnership can help small businesses succeed in Detroit.Door Curtis Paul

May 19, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to WJR host Mitch Albom about Eat Detroit, an annual event benefiting his Say Detroit charities.Door Curtis Paul

May 19, 2024 ~ Eastern Market is getting ready to host the 23rd Annual VegFest on June 2, featuring special vendors, cooking demonstrations, and live entertainment. Kim Korona, the program manager, talks to host Ann Thomas about the annual event.Door Curtis Paul

May 12, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas discusses the upcoming Rocket Mortgage Classic, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, and the best spots to visit in Detroit. Guests include Detroit City Institute President Jeannette Pierce, John Shippen Tournament Lead Sommer Woods, and Detroit Riverfront Conservancy President Mark Wallace.…

May 12, 2024 ~ For those who want to learn more about the city of Detroit or find out what restaurant and bar is a must-visit, Detroit City Institute President Jeannette Pierce is the person to go to. Host Ann Thomas talks to Pierce to educate listeners on all things Detroit.Door Curtis Paul

May 12, 2024 ~ The upcoming Rocket Mortgage Classic has an annual event associated with it called the John Shippen Men’s Invitational. Host Ann Thomas talks to Sommer Woods, co-founder of Woods and Watts Effect and the tournament lead for the John Shippen, about the tournament.Door Curtis Paul