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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: Annual African dance conference uses dance as a tool for justice and equity
The TéMaTé Institute for Black Dance and Culture hosts an annual dance convening that demonstrates the artform’s ability to connect and transform through workshops and performances with experts who span the African diaspora.
The Metro: The values revealed in Michigan’s latest state budget
Robyn Vincent spoke with Zach Gorchow, the president of Gongwer News Service Michigan to learn more about what the passed state budget reveals.
The Metro: ‘Jane Anger’ kicks off Shakespeare in Detroit’s fall series
Samatha White is the founding artistic and executive director of Shakspeare in Detroit, and director of Michigan’s premiere of “Jane Anger”. She joins The Metro to discuss the play and her work in the arts.
The Metro: A criminal record still shuts too many doors in Michigan
Michigan has no statewide protection against rental denials based on a criminal record. A bill requiring case-by-case reviews died last year, but advocates hope to bring it back this session amid an affordable housing shortage.
The Metro: The Redford Theatre and its Halloween line-up has something for everyone
Redford Theatre programmer and volunteer John Monaghan joined the show to talk more about the importance of preserving and showing films of the past.
The Metro: Why an Oakland County official believes empathy can help prevent death from overdose
“That one glimmer of light never leaves, ” says Deputy County Executive Madiha Tariq.
CONTAINER on The Metro: Nabeela Najjar
Detroit designer Nabeela Najjar creates ethereal, hand-dyed garments inspired by dreams and nature.
The Metro: Employees at Ann Arbor dispensary seek union representation
Workers at Exclusive Brands in Ann Arbor have been on strike for over a month, alleging retaliation and fighting for union recognition.
The Metro: Arts and culture funding preserved in state budget
Arts and culture grants from the State of Michigan have been preserved in the state budget for fiscal year 2026. Lauren Ward, director of the Cultural Advocacy Network of Michigan joined the Metro to describe the programs those funds support.
The Metro: Duggan says Detroit’s recovery shows he can lead the state
As Detroit stabilizes its finances and reinvests in neighborhoods, Mayor Mike Duggan is pointing to those changes as he begins a run for governor.
The Metro: Why Detroit has been narrowing its roads
Producer Sam Corey spoke with Wayne State Urban Planner Eric Bettis about why Detroit has wide roads, and whether the city is trying to durably change that.
The Metro: Detroit park honoring hunger march is expanding
Friends of the Rouge and the Fort Rouge Gateway Partnership joined forces to construct the Fort Street Bridge Interpretive Park to celebrate those who fought for workers rights and commemorate that pivotal moment in labor history.
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