The Week That Was on Deadline Detroit
Every week, the crew from Deadline Detroit breaks down the critical news stories of the week. It's solid analysis mixed with a healthy dose of humor, plus weekly nominees for "Schmuck of the Week."
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 759
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
One Week Until Election Day in Michigan - On the Ballot? The DIA, and the Dems.
Craig talks to David Flynn, Senior Vice President for Public and Community Affairs for the Detroit Institute of Arts about the upcoming millage election next week...plus, Craig shares his thoughts on…
The Week That Was - Coronavirus? Nothing to See Here, All is Well.
Craig is joined by regular contributors Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel from Deadline Detroit, and attorney Steve Fishman to break down the news of the week. We discuss the Coronavirus spread, the…
A Mini-Rant Thursday: Yes, the Democrats Want Socialized Medicine...What's So Great About What We Have Now That It's Not Worth Discussing?
A recent comment by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that a possible Coronavirus vaccine might not be "affordable" for everyone got Craig thinking that this statement epitomizes what's w…
Yes, Pot is Legal...But is it Available? Why Cities are Struggling To Sort It Out
Craig speaks with Matthew Abel, Lead Counsel and founder of Cannabis Counsel in Detroit, and the head of NORML in Michigan about the confusion surrounding legal recreational marijuana in our area. D…
The Week That Was: The Russians Are Coming! And, Pot is Legal, Right?
Craig is joined by regular contributor Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and by Matthew Abel, the founder and senior partner of Cannabis Counsel. Topics include Russian attempts to influence the …
The Census is Really Important. We Talk With the Person in Charge of Getting Detroiters to Participate
Craig is joined by Victoria Kovari, Executive Director of Detroit Census 2020 about why the Census matters, and why it's so hard to get an accurate count in Detroit. Plus, Craig has some thoughts on…
Detroit Future City Tries to Measure Inclusion: a Conversation with DFC's Anika Goss
Craig recently spoke with Detroit Future City Executive Director Anika Goss about it's new Center for Equity, Engagement and Research. They discuss ways to measure inclusion and equity when it comes…
The Week That Was: Trouble in Paradise? Trump and Barr Bicker
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and Detroit attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar to discuss the big stories of the week. Subjects include the controversy in …
A conversation with Oakland County Treasurer Andy Meisner
Craig talks to Andy Meisner, Oakland County Treasurer, and Democratic Candidate for Oakland County Executive. Subjects include foreclosure prevention, job creation for returning citizens, the county…
Underemployment is a Problem. How Do We Solve It?
Craig speaks with Eric Lupher, President of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan about their latest research, which looks into the problem of underemployment, and the barriers that exist for man…
The Week That Was: Trump (and Geoffrey Fieger) Unchained!
Craig is joined by regular guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and by Special guest, attorney and Former Democratic Nominee for Governor, Geoffrey Fieger for the weekly discu…
The State Of The Union is...Ummm...Kinda Divided, No?
Craig talks about Tuesday night's State of The Union Address delivered by President Trump, and also about what we should be thinking about in the wake of the Iowa Caucus.
The Week That Was - The Trial of the Century? Hardly...Plus, We Kick Some Cans Down the (Crumbling) Roads
Craig is joined for his weekly news roundup by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer, and also by noted defense attorney Steve Fishman. Topics this week include the …
Brick and Mortar Retail is Dying...or is it? A conversation about "Retail Boot Camp" with TechTown Detroit
Craig talks about the future of retail businesses in Detroit with Sarah Donnelly, Director of Retail Services for TechTown Detroit. As the city works to rebuild neighborhoods, attracting retailers i…
The Week That Was - Lather, Rinse, Repeat: the Democrats Make Their Case for Impeachment
Today, Craig is joined by regular Friday guests Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, and special guest, defense attorney Steve Fishman. Topics include the impeachment trial in the U…
An Ambitious Adventure Part II: Canoeing Lake Superior Might Be More Dangerous Than We Thought!
Craig is once again joined by attorney/author/historian Steve Lehto for a followup conversation about his planned canoe journey from Duluth to Detroit...did he make it? How far did he make it? Also…
The Week That Was: Impeachment, Sexism, and Sword Fighting!
Craig is joined by regular guest Nancy Derringer of Deadline Detroit, and attorneys Joel Sklar and Todd Perkins to discuss the big stories of the week. Topics today include the impending impeachment…
An Ambitious Adventure: One Local Historian Tries to Recreate an Historic Journey Around the Great Lakes...in a Canoe.
Craig speaks with local attorney / author / historian Steve Lehto about his book examining the legacy of Douglas Houghton, and his plans to recreate Houghton's canoe journey around the Great Lakes. …
A Somewhat Muted Ranting Monday: Thoughts on Expanding Elliot Larsen, and Thoughts on Those That Choose To Serve.
On today's show, Craig talks about a ballot initiative backed by large corporations that seeks to expand protections for LGBTQ individuals under Michigan's Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act, and then h…
The Week That Was: War, Impeachment, Taxes and...Chicken? - With Special Guest Coleman Young II
Craig is joined by regular Deadline Detroit contributors Allan Lengel and Nancy Derringer, and also by special guest, former Michigan Legislator, now political consultant Coleman Young II. Topics th…