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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: 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.”
The Metro: Investigation probes unprecedented number of journalists killed in Gaza
Hoda Osman, executive editor at Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism, joined the show to discuss the targeting of journalists in Gaza.
The Metro: Detroit’s oldest choir has a new director
Rackham Choir’s new artistic director, Julian Goods, joined the show to share more about the choir and Detroit’s rich musical history.
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