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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.
Hosts: Tia Graham and Robyn Vincent
Producers: Sam Corey, Cary Junior II, Jack Filbrandt
Engineer: Nate Bender
Senior Producer: David Leins
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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Highland Park is replacing its 115-year-old water system
Metro Producer Jack Filbrandt talked to Documenters Coordinator Noah Kincade and Michigan Public Data Reporter Adam Rayes to learn more.
The Metro: New campaign demands accountability, systemic change for survivors of child abuse
Neighborhood Service Organization CEO Linda Little joined the show to discuss the group’s new ‘#DontTouchMe’ campaign.
The Metro: Detroiter tapped to lead National PAL’s youth mental health and wellness program
Sports clinician and former NCAA standout Dr. Galen Duncan joined the show to discuss his new role and his connection to Detroit PAL.
The Metro: The impact of unrealistic beauty standards on women’s mental health
Two guests joined The Metro on Thursday to help us better understand the pressure of America’s beauty standards and their effect on women.
The Metro: Navigating an uncertain stock market
Chen Zhao, head of economics research for the real estate firm Redfin, and financial advisor Bobby Barrett joined the show to help shed light on the market shock and uncertainty around tariffs.
The Metro: Celebrate Earth Day with events, activities at Detroit parks
Ian Solomon of the Detroit Parks Coalition returned to the show this week to talk about some upcoming park events to keep on your radar.
The Metro: Local impact of federal cuts to museums and libraries
Today on the show, we discuss the effect of recent cuts to the Institute for Library and Museum Services with people who have been working at museums and libraries for years.
The Metro: Increased measles concerns with cases on the rise
Measles was declared eradicated in the U.S. 25 years ago, but health experts say measles deaths could become more common, marking a shift backwards.
The Metro: Attorney representing pro-Palestine protester detained at Detroit Metro Airport
Amir Makled joined The Metro in March to discuss the case and why he took it on pro bono. He returned this week to share his experience detained by federal officials.
The Metro: Changes underway on Monroe Street in Greektown
Greektown Neighborhood Partnership Chair and President Athina Papas joined the show to discuss the changes coming to downtown.
The Metro: Fighting food waste with composting in metro Detroit
Two guests joined the show on Tuesday to discuss the various options available to metro Detroit residents looking to compost at home.
The Metro: ‘Jazz-A-Bet’ book bridges music history and children’s literature
Robin Wilson, owner of Vesey Lane Goods in Detroit, joined the show to discuss her new children’s book, “Jazz-A-Bet: An Original Jazz Alphabet.”
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