You can’t pay attention and it’s not your fault — according to new book
We live in a world with more artificial distractions than ever before. Author Johann Hari says our focus is being...
Sam Corey is a producer for 101.9 WDET, which includes finding and preparing interesting stories for the daily news, arts and culture program, The Metro. Sam joined WDET after a year and a half at The Union, a small newspaper in California, and stints at a variety of local Michigan outlets, including WUOM and the Metro Times. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago.
Ukrainian-Americans share perspective on Russia invasion
After weeks of troop build up, the Russian attack against Ukraine began early Thursday morning and the aggression has shown...
How Michigan’s new political maps will change dynamics for candidates across the state
New political lines mean new political dramas and dilemmas in Michigan. Typically, every two years, incumbents who want another term...
New book explores the long afterlife of incarceration
Michigan has its fair share of laws on the books that prevent citizens returning to society after a conviction from...
Why Democrats are sheepish about taking credit for a good economy
From the linger effects of the pandemic to high inflation rates driving up prices, the U.S. isn't the easiest place...
How concerned should we be about inflation?
These days, pundits are talking a lot about rising prices and specifically, inflation. And it’s true prices at the grocery store...
“Rooted” explores how humans can live aligned with nature
Humans now impact all parts of the globe, leaving us responsible for the fate of various plant and animal species....
The importance of oversight in America’s past and present
More than a year after the January 6th insurrection attempt, we’re learning more about the level of coordination that went...
Are you happy for Matthew Stafford’s success?
When Matthew Stafford plays in the 2022 Super Bowl, he won't be dressed in the Honolulu blue uniform that Detroiters...
Michigan administrators discuss how COVID-19 has affected their schools
For almost two years, schools have had to accommodate the ongoing needs of parents, teachers, students and the rest of...
The life and times of Anthony Bourdain, explained by those who knew him best
In 2018, celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain died by suicide. At that time, many people were shook up by the news....
How Michigan agencies are addressing inequalities in infrastructure projects
The history of infrastructure projects in the first half of the 20th century is often quite dark. Some of them...