1/11/15: A Conversation with La June Montgomery Tabron
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Our guest is a woman who's making history as the first African-American CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Episode 4312.
Read More10/5/14: The HistoryMakers / Journey to Success Program
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We meet three Detroiters who are being celebrated as African-American HistoryMakers. Plus, a local organization helps youth succeed in schools and in their chosen careers. Also, Ken Coleman presents a new segment of “On This Day Detroit.” Epiosde 4302.
Read More8/31/14: Lessons Learned from Ferguson
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An in-depth look at the aftermath, issues, and questions surrounding the death of Michael Brown, and unarmed black teenager, at the hands of a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri. Episode 4237.
Read More7/27/14: M-1 Rail Streetcar Project / Life Remodeled Cody Project
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Construction for the M-1 Rail Streetcar Project to begin soon; Non-profit group, "Life Remodeled" renews hope at Cody High School; Ken Coleman looks back Detroit black history. Episode 4234.
Read More7/20/14: Childhood Development / The Success of White Construction
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A look at the state of childhood development in Michigan; the challenges and successes of a local entrepreneur; "On This Day Detroit" with Ken Coleman.
Read More7/13/14: National Underground Railroad Conference / Bridging Lost Gaps
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The National Underground Railroad Conference comes to Detroit for the first time; young Detroiter inspires other black males to get a college education; Ken Coleman shares this week's black history moments.
Read More6/29/14: Detroit Blight Removal / Grace Lee Boggs
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We take a look at recommendations of the Detroit Blight Removal Task Force. Plus, a first look at the new PBS documentary inspired by Detroit activist, Grace Lee Boggs.
Read More6/15/14: Fatherhood and Mentorship / Finding a Committed Mate
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In honor of Father's Day, we take a look at fatherhood, mentorship, and developing healthy relationships. Episode 4228.
Read More5/11/14: Coleman A. Young Foundation / One Day in Detroit
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Hundreds of young people have become successful college graduates thanks to Detroit's first black mayor. We'll talk with the Executive Director of the Coleman A. Young Foundation. Plus, hundreds of Detroiters get a chance to tell their own stories about their city through the lens of a video camera. We'll tell you about a project that documents one day in Detroit.
Read More5/4/14: The NBA and Racism / The Sphinx Organization and Inclusion
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We talk with two Detroit sports journalists about the fallout from the racist remarks made by L.A. Clippers owner, Donald Sterling. Plus, Sphinx Organization founder, Aaron Dworkin, joins us to talk about his efforts to get more diversity in classical music. Episode 4224.
Read More4/27/14: Detroit Future City / Fifth Third Bank Michigan State Fair Urban Agriculture Scholarship
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What are the next steps for the comprehensive strategic plan for Detroit's future? We'll talk with Detroit Future City Executive Director, Ken Cockrel Jr., about the projects and priorities for his team over the next two years. Plus, we'll tell you how local kids can win scholarships at this year's Michigan State Fair.
Read More4/20/14: Foster Care Awareness Month / Project Healthy Living
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Thousands of Michigan children who have suffered from neglect, abuse, or loss depend upon foster care parents to give them a loving home. We'll talk with the Children's Center about the issues surrounding foster care and the need to recruit more families to take care of these at-risk kids. Plus, United Health Organization is working to make the region healthier. Episode 4222.
Read More4/13/14: Vista Maria & Human Trafficking / Detroit City Chess Club
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Human trafficking is on the rise in Michigan. Detroit City Chess Club. Episode 4221
Read More4/3/14: Detroit's Talented Youth
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Meet two students who are leading the way as role models for young black males in Detroit.
Read More3/30/14: GreatSchoolsDetroit.org / Belle Isle Park
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Detroit parents now have a new tool to help them make a quality school choice for their children: “greatschoolsdetroit.org.” Plus, what changes can we expect to see on Belle Isle this summer? We’ll talk with the new managers of Detroit’s island gem. Episode 4219.
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