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No BS Newshour with Charlie LeDuff

Charlie LeDuff
Detroit
Michigan
Covid-19
Dana Nessel
Mike Duggan
Gretchen Whitmer
Nursing Homes
Flint Water Crisis
Detroit, United States
Donald Trump
Mary Sheffield
Lisa Cook
Traci Kornak
Brian Mckinney
Corruption
Election Fraud
Joe Biden
Kamala Harris
Biden Administration
American Coney Island

Real news, real stories, No BS.

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Latest Episodes

NO BS NEWSHOUR EPISODE #442

WIPE OUT!

Michigan Republicans put out to pasture, and can’t find their way home.

Was it a referendum on Trump?

Or simply a party without structure or ideas?

Republican operative Jamie Roe and Conservative writer Jame... more

NO BS NEWSHOUR EPISODE #441

Hey Chris! Let Me Explain Detroit

(20:24) Chris Cuomo is in Michigan to figure out what makes Detroit tick — and whether the Democrats understand the voters they’re counting on to win the Senate.

It’s a front-row seat ... more

NO BS NEWSHOUR EPISODE #440

THE WHOLE DAMN RACKET!

Powerful insiders play by their own rules while we pay the price.

(1:00) ActBlue Acts Bad.

The liberal website continues to steal an old woman’s identity to launder political cash.

(10:39) Tell ... more

No BS Newshour Episode #439

WHO’S GOT JAIL?

The FBI is closing in.

Which Metro Detroit Mayor is going down?

(0:01) Southfield got done dirty by Mayor Ken Shiver’s Dirty Dirt

(29:15) Secret source calls in.

Promises to tell all about Marvin Walk... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Roe
Republican political consultant who worked on the Mike Rogers campaign
Episode: WIPE OUT!
James Dixon
Conservative writer and political commentator
Episode: WIPE OUT!
Chris Cuomo
Journalist and television host
Episode: Hey Chris! Let Me Explain Detroit
Tara Brown
Episode: Hey Chris! Let Me Explain Detroit
Jay DeBoer
Chair of the Michigan House of Representatives Oversight Committee
Michigan House of Representatives
Episode: THE WHOLE DAMN RACKET!
Skip Mongo
Political strategist and former member of Young Boys Incorporated
Episode: WHO'S GOT JAIL?
Abdul El-Sayed
Guest on the show
Public figure / political activist
Episode: What is Your Name?
Sean Cummins
FDNY firefighter, Ground Zero responder, former Squad One member
FDNY
Episode: Never Forget the People
Marvin Walker
Former lover of Mary Sheffield, involved in investigations
Episode: The Bomb

Hosts

Charlie LeDuff
Host with a long-running, outspoken perspective on Detroit politics and local governance; frequently leads investigative and opinionated discussions.
Karen Dubitz
Co-host contributing local business and community context, often engaging on development and policy topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 174 ratings
  • Doing the work …..

    …… the local media is afraid to do …!!!… keep up the great work Charlie !!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mihai 1969
    United Statesa month ago
  • Michigan’s Dumbest!

    Ralph Godbee is an ignorant man (Covid shot saved his life) and just another shill for the corrupt political establishment. His constant race baiting rhetoric should offended CL, but instead CL let him continue instead of shutting him down for his excuses for himself and every politician.

    WORST GUEST EVER!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billohriffe
    United Statesa month ago
  • Done with the stupid dirt. Move on

    Stop nobody cares

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tigers 1@
    United States7 months ago
  • Cartel Wars!! Great interview!

    Thank you for sharing this information!!

    Very interesting….

    Thank you for what you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drey301
    United States9 months ago
  • The best reporter around

    Great work Charlie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ahager 123
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners value the fearless, no-nonsense critique and on-the-ground reporting.
Some reviews criticize perceived bias and sensationalism, calling out one-sided narratives.
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WIPE OUT!
Q: What happened last night? Is it a referendum on Trump?
James Dixon argues Trump's focus on himself hurt Republicans, while Jamie Roe describes a nationwide political undertow and says Michigan Republicans lacked a coherent message.
WIPE OUT!
Q: Is this a referendum on Trump?
James Dixon says it was, arguing Trump made the election about himself rather than voters' local concerns. The panel also points to the Iran war, broken promises, and economic pressures as factors.
Hey Chris! Let Me Explain Detroit
Q: How can we trust your plan to hand over Medicare for 350 million Americans when you couldn't provide it to 150 kids locked in a cage?
Abdul El-Sayed says the juvenile detention facility was in a deeply troubled state when he arrived, that he worked with county leadership to declare a public health emergency and improve operations, and that more work remains.
Hey Chris! Let Me Explain Detroit
Q: Why are you here now?
Chris Cuomo says he came to understand Detroit's political and cultural dynamics, including whether Black voters will turn out for Abdul El-Sayed and how the Senate race could affect Democrats' midterm prospects.
THE WHOLE DAMN RACKET!
Q: What is the deal going on here with Gilbert and the giveaways, the corporate welfare, the corporate socialism?
LeDuff outlines the public incentives associated with the Renaissance Center redevelopment and argues that a proposed nonprofit foundation could benefit Gilbert's real estate interests. DeBoer says economic development can be beneficial when it produces verifiable jobs and financial results.

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Frequently Asked Questions About No BS Newshour

What is No BS Newshour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers sharp, outspoken political commentary centered on Michigan politics, Detroit governance, public policy, and local development. Episodes frequently critique elected officials, examine campaign finance, infrastructure projects, and big-city redevelopment, often mixing investigative reporting with brash humor and provocative takes. A standout trait is its willingness to challenge authority, spotlight corruption, and connect local incidents to broader national debates, while featuring a rotating cast of guests from politics, business, journalism, and activism. The tone is combative, fast-paced, and unapologetically opinionated, appealing to listeners who want bold, on-the-ground storytelling and insider perspectives on Michiga... more

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8. Sean Cummins

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