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The Metro

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Gordie Howe Bridge
Belle Isle Aquarium
Detroit Month Of Design
Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition
Delray Neighborhood
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Local Art Ecosystem
Black Philanthropy Month
Truck Traffic
Infrastructure Development
Air Pollution
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Michigan Poetry
Fashion
Design Core Detroit
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Algiers Motel
Virginia Park Street

"The Metro" covers local and regional news and current affairs, arts and cultural events and topics, with a commitment to airing perspectives and uncovering stories underreported by mainstream media in Detroit.

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Latest Episodes

Eric Anderson spent about nine years in prison for a robbery he didn’t commit. The case rested on one person claiming he was the robber. Wayne County now says that claim wasn’t reliable.

A new report from prosecutors, public defenders, Detroit poli... more

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America faces a number of problems today, such as climate change, income and wealth inequality and hyper partisanship.

Paul Fleming, an associate professor of public health at the University of Michigan, believes we need to focus more on preventin... more

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Home ownership is considered to be a critical piece of the American Dream.

Wealth is often passed down from generation to generation through homes. But, in Detroit, there are many properties that have not been properly passed down from parent to ch... more

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Longtime journalist Helene St. James has covered the Red Wings since 1996 and has written three books about the team. We learned more about the storied history and importance the team holds in Detroit. 

Listen to The Metro weekdays from 10 a.m. to ... more

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Valerie Newman
Deputy Chief and Director of the Conviction Integrity Unit in the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office
Wayne County Prosecutor's Office
Episode: Wayne County Prosecutor's Office reflects on a wrongful conviction — and works to get things right
John Hallway
Works at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and contributed to the report
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Wayne County Prosecutor's Office reflects on a wrongful conviction — and works to get things right
Paul Fleming
Associate Professor of Public Health at the University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: The power of preventing problems instead of responding to them
Robin Vincent
Host being substituted by Sam Corey
Episode: The power of preventing problems instead of responding to them
Helene St. James
Veteran sports writer for the Detroit Free Press, author of multiple books on the Red Wings.
Detroit Free Press
Episode: What makes the Detroit Red Wings so important to Detroit?
Marcel Parent
Director of curation and collections at Ilitch Holdings
Ilitch Holdings
Episode: Red Wings Hockey celebrates 100 years with new exhibition
Jeremy Dimick
Lead curator at Detroit Historical Museum
Detroit Historical Museum
Episode: Red Wings Hockey celebrates 100 years with new exhibition
Troy Anderson
NHL photographer for the Detroit Red Wings
Detroit Red Wings
Episode: Red Wings Hockey celebrates 100 years with new exhibition
Brian Peters
CEO at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association
Michigan Health & Hospital Association
Episode: The difficulties Michigan hospitals and their patients face as premiums rise

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Carey Jr. II
Host of The Metro, with a focus on Detroit's local culture and current affairs.
Robyn Vincent
Host of The Metro, known for insightful discussions on community issues and cultural events.

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The power of preventing problems instead of responding to them
Q: How do you suppose that I get to the root of this when, like, I need to stop this fire immediately?
We need leaders to balance immediate responses with investments that look towards long-term solutions for sustainable community health.
The power of preventing problems instead of responding to them
Q: How did you come to realize that policy is really important and that particularly it can have negative effects?
After witnessing the disparities between resources in affluent and impoverished neighborhoods while living in Atlanta, I realized the critical role that policies play in shaping opportunities.
A Host of People has a new location on Detroit’s westside
Q: Can you talk about your upcoming projects?
We are focusing on Good Ancestors Shining Cities, aiming to showcase sustainability in urban environments.
A Host of People has a new location on Detroit’s westside
Q: How would you describe what you do?
A Host of People creates multimedia theater for social change, exploring various social issues through technology and diverse narratives.
The woman rerouting America's food
Q: How do you decide which places to expand into next?
Expansion is driven by customer interest and funding availability.

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What is The Metro about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast centers on the exploration of local and regional news, emphasizing arts, culture, and current affairs, particularly in the Detroit area. A key focus lies in amplifying voices and narratives that are often overlooked by mainstream media, offering unique perspectives on community issues, activism, and social justice. Listeners can expect a blend of insightful commentary, interviews with activists, artists, and experts, as well as discussions on significant local events that shape the Detroit experience. This commitment to addressing community-centric topics makes it particularly distinctive and engaging for those interested in social change and cultural narratives.

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Which podcasts are similar to The Metro?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Metro:

1. Up First from NPR
2. The Detroit Evening Report
3. Throughline
4. The NPR Politics Podcast
5. Today, Explained

How many episodes of The Metro are there?

The Metro launched 2 years ago and published 839 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on The Metro?

Recent guests on The Metro include:

1. Valerie Newman
2. John Hallway
3. Paul Fleming
4. Robin Vincent
5. Helene St. James
6. Marcel Parent
7. Jeremy Dimick
8. Troy Anderson

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