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The D Brief
Your Guide to Detroit's Arts & Entertainment Scene
Detroit’s Arts & Entertainment Podcast
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Seth Resler and Becky Scarcello interview the go-getters and heavy hitters in the Detroit arts and entertainment scene.
Music · Food · Drink · Comedy · Festivals · Theatre · Museums · More
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Podcast Episodes
Blake Kownacki and Thomas Roberes of Detroit Vineyards
Detroit Vineyards’ Blake Kownacki and Thomas Roberes, talk about opening the first vineyard in the Motor City in over 60 years.
The Week in Detroit with Ang Adamiak of Arts & Scraps
Ang Adamiak, Executive Director of Arts & Scraps, on what’s happening in Detroit this week. Also, comedian Tom McCarthy discusses the Comedy Castle Podcast.
The Motown Musician Accelerator Program with Paul Riser Jr.
Paul Riser Jr. of TechTown talks about the Motown Musician Accelerator program designed to help launch the careers of Detroit musicians.
The Week in Detroit with Comedian Tonya Murray
Detroit stand-up comedian Tonya Murray joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about what’s happening in Detroit this week.
Josh Wakely, the Creator of Netflix’ Motown Magic
Josh Wakely, the creator of the Netflix cartoon Motown Magic, talks about how his Detroit-inspired children’s show came to be.
The Week in Detroit with Liz Parker of Yes/No Detroit Blog
Liz Parker of the Yes/No Detroit blog talks about what’s happening in Detroit. Plus, the Detroit Music Awards and David Kiley of Encore Michigan.
Sculptor John Sauvé of Man in the City
John Sauvé, the artist behind the orange Man in the City sculptures that can be found on rooftops throughout the city of Detroit, talks about the project.
The Week in Detroit with Comedian Simply Shanell
Detroit stand-up comedian Simply Shanell joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about what’s happening in Detroit this week.
Evrod Cassimy of WDIV / Local 4 News
Evrod Cassimy, the morning and noon news anchor on Detroit’s WDIV / Local 4 News, joins Seth Resler to talk about his new R&B album, Newzic.
The Week in Detroit with Jewell Dziendziel of The Bite Tonight Food Blog
Jewell Dziendziel of The Bite Tonight Detroit food blog, joins Seth and comedian Alana Gonzalez to talk about what’s happening in Detroit this week.
Jason Hall of RiDetroit and Slow Roll
Jason Hall, the founder of RiDetroit and of Slow Roll Detroit, joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about biking in Detroit.
Loaded Die in Ferndale
Kyle Sweeney and Madison Reitzel, the owners of the board game shop Loaded Die in Ferndale, talk about their gaming events.
Chef Mike Ransom of Ima Noodles
Mike Ransom, the chef behind Ima, named ‘Restaurant of the Year’ by the Detroit Free Press, talks about his Japanese noodle houses.
The Week in Detroit with Caleb Malooley of Gasoline Gypsies
Caleb Malooley, singer and guitarist for the rock band the Gasoline Gypsies, joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about what’s happening in Detroit.
Dan Riley of Axle Brewing and Livernois Tap
Dan Riley, the President of Axle Brewing and the Livernois Tap in Ferndale, drops by the podcast to talk about the history of the beer and the beer hall.
The Week in Detroit with Comedian Paolo Busignani
Comedian Paolo Busignani joins Seth and Becky to talk about what’s happening in Detroit, including the Mo Pop music festival, the World Series of Bowling, and the new season of Broadway in Detroit.
MaryAnn Wilkinson of the Scarab Club
Mary Ann Wilkinson, the new Executive Director of The Scarab Club in Detroit, talks about the long, rich history of the art club and its future.
The Week in Detroit with Singer Apropos
Singer Apropos talks about what’s happening in Detroit this week. Also: Bonnie Mellos of Empty Bowls and Tim Kiska of the Detroit History Podcast.
Storyteller Shannon Cason of The Moth and Snap Judgement
Shannon Cason, a champion storyteller who has been featured on The Moth and Snap Judgement, and hosts his own podcasts, Homemade Stories and The Trouble.
More Interviews
Interview with The Metro Detroit Book & Author Society
The Metro Detroit Book & Author Society has been putting on events, open to the public, since 1972 that feature major national authors.
Interview with Detroit Comedian Bret Hayden
Meet Bret Hayden, the Detroit comedian who’s emceeing for Chris Porter at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle.
Interview with Nancy Rodwan, Managing Director of the Collected Detroit Art Gallery
A new gallery in town called The Collected Detroit aims to display and sell the work of Detroit’s artists right next to renowned artists from around the world.
Interview with Erin Gavle, Founder of Corktown Aglow
Corktown Aglow is an annual holiday event that highlights the small businesses in Detroit’s oldest neighborhood. Founder Erin Gavle offers the inside scoop.
Interview with Melissa Chimera, Curator of The Far Shore: Navigating Homelands at the Arab American Museum in Dearborn
Visual artist Melissa Chimera curated a new exhibition at the Arab American Museum in Dearborn called The Far Shore: Navigating Homelands, which explore immigration and features five visual artists and five poets from Arab countries.