The Metro: New book chronicles Martin Luther King Jr.’s work outside of the South
The Civil Rights Movement is largely remembered for its actions in the South, but segregation was a nationwide issue. Dr....
The Metro: New book chronicles Martin Luther King Jr.’s work outside of the South
The Civil Rights Movement is largely remembered for its actions in the South, but segregation was a nationwide issue. Dr....
Big Sonic Heaven: New music by Deary, Kate de Rosset, a tribute to David Lynch + more
Tonight, Big Sonic Heaven featured some great brand-new tracks. We heard “Seabird,” the first single from Deary's upcoming debut album,...
EV advocates remain optimistic about the future
Detroit's automakers have scaled back electric vehicle production due to sluggish sales and other factors.Benchmark Mineral Intelligence says overall EV...
Acoustic Café: Rhett Miller plays new solo songs and some Old 97s classics, plus archives from Loudon Wainwright III, Tori Amos and more
On this week’s episode of Acoustic Café, our in-studio guest is Rhett Miller of Old 97s. Rhett's music has been...
The Progressive Underground: Martin Luther King Jr. tribute
Each year, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered through a narrow lens. A quote. A speech. A dream, often...
Rob Reinhart’s Essential Music: A happy 80th birthday to Dolly, a fond farewell to Bobby, new Arlo Parks and more
This week on Rob Reinhart's Essential Music the happiest of birthday wishes to Dolly Parton who turns 80 on Monday,...
Detroit Evening Report: MSU report says Michigan’s teaching shortage is on-going
A new report says Michigan is losing teachers about as fast as it's gaining them. Researchers at Michigan State University say nearly eight thousand...
The Progressive Underground: The Mystique of Helen Folasade Adu and the band Sade
Today marks the 67th birthday of Sade Adu, the voice and frontwoman of Sade, and we are marking it by...
MichMash: Budget battles and ballot changes in Michigan
Subscribe to MichMash on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.House Republican have moved to unilaterally cut up to $645 million...
MI voters to decide if it’s time for a constitutional convention
Is it time to rewrite Michigan's constitution? Voters will answer that question in 2026.A ballot proposal asks whether state residents...
In The Groove: Mitski, Waxahatchee, Bonobo and bold rhythms from KAYTRANADA
Taking a deep dive into a mix of intimate reflections and bold rhythms today, from Mitski and Waxahatchee to Bonobo, KAYTRANADA, and Cut Copy. Expect dreamy indie...
Detroit Evening Report: Researchers investigate the effects of a potential sales tax in Detroit
A sales tax of one percent in Detroit could generate $72 million a year in revenue for the city. That’s according to a report...