Yolanda Jack, a director, actress, and the Coordinator of Youth Programs at the The Charles H. Wright Museum, talks about what’s happening in Detroit.
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.
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Podcast Episodes
Sean Patrick of Willis Show Bar
Sean Patrick, co-owner of the Willis Show Bar in Cass Corridor joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about the venue, the process of opening a club in Detroit, and DJing for Prince.
The Week in Detroit with Actress and Director Naytarsha Berry
Actress / writer / director / producer Naytarsha Berry of Berry Good Entertainment on the podcast to talk about what’s happening in Detroit this week.
Artist Tony Roko
Tony Roko, the artist behind the Atwater Beer labels, talks about painting for Jay Leno and Lady Gaga and what he’s working on at the Detroit train station.
The Week in Detroit with Michael Benghiat of Front Porch in Ferndale
Michael Benghiat of Front Porch: A Day of Music in Ferndale joins Seth and Becky on the podcast to talk about what’s happening in Detroit this week.
Detroit Comedian Bill Bushart
Comedian Bill Bushart was not only named just named “Best in Detroit,” he also teaches the next generation of comics at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle.
Dave Serio of The Arab Film Festival
Dave Serio, the Educator & Public Programming Specialist at the Arab American National Museum and the producer of the Arab Film Festival, talks about this year’s festival.
Comedian Brad Wenzel
Michigan stand-up comedian Brad Wenzel talks about what it’s like to perform on Conan O’Brien, how he got started in Detroit, and the community of Motor City comics in Los Angeles.
Chefs John Vermiglio and Josef Giacomino of Grey Ghost
Chefs John Vermiglio and Josef Giacomino of Grey Ghost talk about their restaurant in Detroit’s Brush Park neighborhood and their bar, Second Best.
The Week in Detroit with Comedian Shane Dials
Stand-up comedian Shane Dials on Detroit happenings, including Movement, the Civil War Remembrance at Greenfield Village, and Rochelle Riley’s new job.
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.
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.