Best Crains Detroit Business Podcasts (2022)

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The Build Up with Rainy Hamilton Jr 26:48

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Rainy Hamilton Jr., is captivated by trains — so much so that he has transformed the basement of his English Tudor home in Detroit's University District to make room for a massive model train setup. Trains are colorful, he says. They move people and goods. And they are always going somewhere. "I'm tempted to actually write a song or a poem in terms…

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Michael Lee on WJR: Teardowns make way for updated homes | 5-Hour Energy founder buys TV station 4:57

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Kelley Root on WJR: Doing business in Russia, mortgage companies prep for bumpier road, IVF and abortion ban and more 6:42

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By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: Summer hiring outlook 11:05

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Michael Greiner, Oakland University assistant professor of management, talks about the current hiring challenges and opportunities facing small and seasonal business owners.By Jay Davis, Michael Greiner

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The Build Up with David and Jared Friedman 27:56

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We are joined by the family behind Friedman Real Estate. Headquartered in Farmington Hills, the firm handles brokerage, property management, construction and design services in metro Detroit and around the country. It’s all led by patriarch David Friedman – the co-founder, president, and CEO – whose company’s portfolio includes more than 15 million…

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Kelley Root on WJR: Employers grapple with abortion changes, young mall owner creates buzz, pressure on auto suppliers and more 8:12

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By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Michael Lee on WJR: Lassiter's exit from Henry Ford Health | Auto show 2022: What's new 6:56

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Michael Lee on WJR: Greektown casino changes | Large employers exit office spaces | Affordable housing crisis in Detroit 7:21

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: Tips for choosing office space 10:20

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Crain's Detroit Business reporter Jay Davis talks to Ben Blankenship and Arin Rentz of Robotic Precision Therapy about their experience finding the right space for their business.By Jay Davis, Ben Blankenship, Arin Rentz

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The Build Up with Sonya Mays and Amin Irving 32:17

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Sonya Mays is the President and CEO of Develop Detroit, a real estate and housing development company. Prior to that, she served as senior advisor to Detroit’s emergency manager, helping guide the city though its municipal bankruptcy. Through the years she’s been an investment banker, attorney, teacher and a member of the Detroit Public School’s Bo…

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Kelley Root on WJR: EV shift may hurt small manufacturers | New hotel for Hudson's tower site 5:27

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Crain's Detroit Business Executive Editor Kelley Root chats with Paul W. Smith on WJR AM 760 about stories from this week's issue.By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: Tips for choosing office space 10:20

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Crain's Detroit Business reporter Jay Davis talks to Ben Blankenship and Arin Rentz of Robotic Precision Therapy about their experience finding the right space for their business.By Jay Davis, Ben Blankenship, Arin Rentz

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The Build Up: Diane Batayeh 24:26

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Our guest this week has spent over 40 years at Southfield-based apartment company Village Green. Diane Batayeh is one of only a half-dozen women in the top executive role among the largest apartment management companies in the country. As CEO, she oversees client services and property management of a $10 billion portfolio of about 43,000 apartments…

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Michael Lee on WJR: Evart blooms with cannabis, mining jobs | Marinas consolidate | Rehab program boosts neighborhoods | Navigating the metaverse 7:27

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Kelley Root on WJR: Gilbert bids for Chelsea FC | Skilled workers shortage hinders development | NFL Draft brings opportunity, costs 8:21

2M ago8:21

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By Kelley Root, Chris Renwick

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The Build Up: Kevin Johnson 22:16

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Kevin Johnson is a leader in the world of economic development. He has 30 years of experience creating jobs and spearheading capital investment with stints in Arizona, Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. Johnson has been serving as the CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation since June 2018, and during that time, he has focused on access, i…

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Kelley Root on WJR: Why Michigan can't fix roads fast enough | Duggan's top 100 commercial blight targets | 'Bonkers' homebuying market 8:56

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By Kelley Root, Guy Gordon

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Michael Lee on WJR: Iconic Detroit mansions on the market | Making time for play at work | City considers 'veriport' 8:00

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By Paul W. Smith, Michael Lee

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Small Business Spotlight: It's tax season 14:33

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Small Business Spotlight host Jay Davis talks to longtime accountant Jamie Lopiccolo about what small business owners need to look out for as they file their taxes this year.By Jay Davis

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It's tax season: What small businesses should know in 2022 14:33

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Longtime accountant Jamie Lopiccolo offers tips on what small business owners need to look out for as they file their taxes this year.By Jay Davis, Jamie Lopiccolo

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The Build Up: Antoine Bryant 24:09

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Antoine Bryant is a relative newcomer to the city of Detroit, but he’s no stranger to community engagement, housing development and urban planning. He has more than 25 years of experience in planning and design, development and empowerment across the U.S. He comes to us from Houston where he lived for 15 years and advocated for new development in u…

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Michael Lee on WJR: Historic sale in Detroit | Back to the office? | New theater in works in Marine City 8:14

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Crain's Managing Editor Michael Lee talks with WJR's Paul W. Smith about stories from the March 14, 2022, issue of Crain's Detroit Business.By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Kelley Root on WJR: Moves against Russia hurt and help Michigan businesses | Songs aren't typical philanthropists 7:44

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By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Kelley Root on WJR: Businesses feel impact of Russia-Ukraine war | Midsize hospitals plugging holes | Hotels get pet-friendly 9:03

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By Kelley Root, Chris Renwick

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Michael Lee on WJR: Challenges for Oakland Hills after fire | Cannabis consumption lounges coming | Detroit ramps up commercial demo effort 8:22

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By Michael Lee, Chris Renwick, WJR

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: Keeping it in the family 15:09

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Podcast: A Detroit business owner shares her story of taking over a family business and why it’s important to build on a legacy. Listen at crainsdetroit.com/podcasts.By Jay Davis, Domonique Bowen

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Michael Lee on WJR: Who pays for bridge blockade losses? | Broadband expansion | Joe Louis site construction begins 6:29

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Kelley Root on WJR: Spectrum can help Beaumont bounce back | Ford's train station 'ecosystem' | First wireless charging road 7:27

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By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Michael Lee on WJR: Knowledge economy | Mental health industry crisis | Tax-cut fever | 8:21

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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A conversation with Susan Harvey 19:39

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Kirk Pinho and Arielle discuss the trends in the commercial/industrial real estate world with Susan Harvey, senior vice president of Ashley Capital.By arielle kass, kirk pinho, susan harvey

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Kelley Root on WJR: Beyond COVID testing at RapidBio | Lee Plaza renovations | Slow progress for women on boards 8:06

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Crain's Detroit Business Executive Editor Kelley Root chats with Paul W. Smith on WJR AM 760 about stories from this week's issue.By Paul W. Smith, Kelley Root

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: How Cooking with Que owner bakes social media into her marketing plan 22:26

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Cooking with Que owner Quiana Broden talks to Crain's Detroit Business reporter Jay Davis how she has used social media platforms to grow her business and community.By Quiana Broden, Jay Davis

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A conversation with Peter Cummings 20:12

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During an interview with Crain's reporters, Peter Cummings, executive chairman and CEO of Detroit-based The Platform LLC, said his company and other members of the iconic New Center area high-rise's ownership group have been interviewing prospective buyers the past two weeks and expect to finalize which one moves forward to put the property under c…

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Michael Lee on WJR: Museums to seek millage | Hospital pipeline backs up | Train station progress 8:20

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Crain's Detroit Business Managing Editor Michael Lee chats with Guy Gordon on WJR AM 760 about stories from this week's issue.By Michael Lee, Guy Gordon

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Kelley Root on WJR: Lassiter is Newsmaker of Year | Bosch rides e-bikes | Hospitals' staffing struggle 7:08

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Crain's Detroit Business Executive Editor Kelley Root chats with Paul W. Smith on WJR AM 760 about stories from this week's issue.By Kelley Root, Paul W. Smith

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Michael Lee on WJR: Newsmakers 2021 | Record $1M+ condo sales | Power balance shifts between suppliers, automakers 9:41

5M ago9:41

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By Michael Lee, Paul W. Smith

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Small Business Spotlight podcast: 'Sometimes you need help' and how to find it 13:02

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By Jay Davis, ChaVonne McGowan

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Kelley Root on WJR: Big pot of money to lure businesses | What's next for Detroit City Council | 10 things to watch 9:09

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Crain's Detroit Business Executive Editor Kelley Root chats with Guy Gordon on WJR AM 760 about Crain's coverage this week.By Kelley Root, Guy Gordon

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Michael Lee on WJR: GM's $2.5 billion investment | Lawmakers sign NDAs | Ideas to fix government | New site for UM innovation center in Detroit 8:14

6M ago8:14

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By Guy Gordon, Michael Lee

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Kelley Root on WJR: The EV gold rush | When customers attack | Crypto charity 6:13

6M ago6:13

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Crain's Executive Editor Kelley Root talks with WJR AM 760's Paul W. Smith about stories of the week.By Kelley Root

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Michael Lee on WJR: Finding more unicorns | Investing in people at small businesses | MSU's big deal 8:59

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Crain's Detroit Business Managing Editor Michael Lee chats with Guy Gordon on WJR AM 760 about stories from this week's issue.By Michael Lee, Guy Gordon

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