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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: Patchwork Culinary Project helping to create opportunities for immigrants
Nick Sanchez, founder and lead chef at Patchwork, joined The Metro on Tuesday to share more about the project.
Award-winning journalist Robyn Vincent joins ‘The Metro’ as co-host alongside Tia Graham
Tia Graham sits down with Robyn Vincent to discuss how she got her start in public radio and her journey back to Detroit.
The Metro: Nonprofit reclaiming nature in Poletown with ‘Circle Forest’ restoration project
Birch Kemp and Robyn Redding of Arboretum Detroit joined the show to talk about the years-long project creating more access to nature on Detroit’s east side.
The Metro: A Detroiter’s dedication to Latino music and community
Musician and activist Ozzie Rivera joined the show to discuss the importance of Latino culture in southeast Michigan and work done to support the community.
The Metro: Out of the Darkness Walk on Belle Isle aims to shine a light on mental health, suicide
Walk volunteers Alicia Lyon and Max Olive joined the show to discuss the walk and what inspired them to participate.
The Metro: Mexican Irish Festival celebrates cultural connections in Detroit
The festival returns to Detroit’s Southwest and Corktown neighborhoods on Sunday after a 19-year hiatus.
The Metro: A Detroit musician’s historical impact on Tejano music
Martin Solis helped make Tejano music popular in Detroit with his band Los Primos. Now, his son is preserving his legacy.
The Metro: Womxnhouse Detroit co-owner, artists on building a safe space for women to create
Womxnhouse Co-founder Asia Hamilton, ceramics artist Michaela Ayers and fiber artist Cat Washington joined the show to discuss the unique artist residency.
The Metro: Tim Meadows’ Comedy Caucus coming to Pontiac this weekend
Meadows recently spoke with The Metro’s Tia Graham about the event and the importance of voting — especially this election cycle.
The Metro: Black film history treasures coming to Livonia
The Black Canon is teaming up with the Redford Theatre to display a rare collection of Black films dating back to the 1920s at a special benefit event at Taylor’d Garden.
The Metro: Baker’s, Simmons & Clark hit 90-plus year milestones in Detroit
The owners of Baker’s Keyboard Lounge and Simmons & Clark Jewelers joined the show to discuss the secret behind their businesses’ longevity.
The Metro: Celebrate Buffalo Soldiers history at Rouge Park blues festival
The Buffalo Soldiers were an all-Black U.S. Army unit that made a name for themselves during the 19th century.
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