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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: WDET celebrating the life and legacy of Judy Adams at Garden Theater this weekend
Metro Producer Cary Junior II spoke with Adams’ son, Anthony Minnie, and Essential Music host Ann Delisi about her work and legacy at WDET.
The Metro: A professor’s thoughts on reforming DEI at universities
Professor and author Musa al-Gharbi spoke with Metro Producer Sam Corey about why he believes DEI initiatives at U.S. colleges and universities fall short.
The Metro: Cutting the ribbon on new affordable housing in Southwest Detroit
President and CEO of MiSide Community Impact Network Sean De Four joined the show to discuss how the organization is working to create affordable housing in Detroit.
The Metro: The untold challenges accessing health care for women in one immigrant community
WDET reporter Nargis Rahman’s intimate understanding of challenges in the Bangladeshi American community in metro Detroit helped her to report this four-part series.
The Metro: New book reexamines chronic absenteeism and potential solutions
Wayne State professor and researcher Jeremy Singer joined the show to discuss the new book he co-wrote with fellow WSU researcher Sarah Lenhoff.
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.
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