Conversation of the Day
One Detroit offers exclusive daily interviews and updates on how the community is responding and how to keep your family safe during the COVID-19 crisis.
NEW: Asian Americans Under Fire
Databases are being compiled of reported racism against Asian Americans related to the pandemic, and among those keeping an eye on the situation in Metro Detroit are attorney Roland Hwang and Richard Mui with Asian Pacific Islander American Vote Michigan.
NEW: Crystal Coleman, Clinical Director at the Children’s Center
One Detroit’s Christy McDonald talked to Crystal Coleman, Clinical Director at the Children’s Center about how a community, a city, and a region tries to cope with the sudden losses the coronavirus has caused.
NEW: Gov Gretchen Whitmer COVID-19 Update
Governor Gretchen Whitmer spoke with One Detroit’s Christy McDonald about the important factors at play when it comes to re-opening Michigan, the state’s needs when it comes to testing supplies, as well as budget concerns.
Rev. Horace Sheffield, COVID-19 Survivor
Nolan Finley & Detroit Regional Chamber President & CEO Sandy Baruah talk about what it will take to “reopen” the Michigan economy in a safe and responsible way.
Sandy Baruah on Reopening the Economy
Nolan Finley & Detroit Regional Chamber President & CEO Sandy Baruah talk about what it will take to “reopen” the Michigan economy in a safe and responsible way.
The Symphony Abides
Christy McDonald talks to Dearborn Symphony conductor Steven Jarvi and President Sandy Butler about how they cope as their 58th season has just stopped in its tracks.
COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 4
Each Thursday at noon, the COVID313 Community Coalition for Families and Students hosts a virtual townhall focused on supporting parents, students, and families.
Detroit artist Jessica Care Moore
Detroit artist Jessica Care Moore gives Christy McDonald an update on how she’s doing in quarantine and how the arts community has been affected by the shut-down.
Reverend Larry Simmons of Baber Memorial A.M.E. Church
Christy McDonald talks to Rev. Simmons in Brightmoor about coping with COVID-19 and how we as a community should respond.
County Executive Warren Evans on Wayne County Challenges
Christy McDonald talks with County Executive Warren Evans about the biggest issues Wayne County is grappling with during the COVID-19 crisis
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist on Task Force on Racial Disparities
Christy McDonald talks to Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist about a new Task Force on Racial Disparities and the last 40 days in Michigan.
Dr. Erin Hunter on Family Psychology in the Pandemic
Christy McDonald catches up with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Erin Hunter to talk family and coping with the pandemic stay at home orders.
Eric Larson, CEO of Larson Realty
Nolan Finley talks with Eric Larson, CEO of Larson Realty about the challenges of “re-opening” the economy in Detroit and across the country.
Michael Harriot, Senior Writer at The Root
One Detroit Associate Producer talks with The Root Senior Writer Michael Harriot about how the COVID-19 pandemic is exposing how social & economic disparities particularly among Black & Brown Americans impact the country as a whole.
COVID-19 and News Fatigue
One Detroit’s Christy McDonald talks with researcher Alisa Shearer about data out of the Pew Research Center about news fatigue and COVID-19 coverage.
Dr. Lanissa Freeman on Supporting Special Education Students
Christy talks with Special Education Director, Dr. Lanissa Freeman, about how Southfield Public Schools is meeting the needs of special education students.
COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 3
Each Thursday at noon, the COVID313 Community Coalition for Families and Students hosts a virtual townhall focused on supporting parents, students, and families.
Rev. Solomon Kinloch, Jr. on Religion in the Pandemic
Stephen Henderson talks with Rev. Solomon Kinloch, Jr., pastor of Triumph Church, about the challenges churches face in the wake of COVID-19.
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed talks Epidemiology, Class and Poverty
One Detroit interviewed Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, past candidate for Governor, but also an epidemiologist by training, as he is self-quarantining in Macomb County.
Alexandra Silber, Author and Broadway Performer
Author and Broadway performer Alexandra Silber talks with Christy McDonald about the healing power of music.
Transforming Spirits in Birmingham
Griffin Claw Brewery in Birmingham have adapted part of their operations to make hand sanitizer from distilled spirits.
Dave Coulter, Oakland County Executive
Oakland County Executive, Dave Coulter, talks with Christy McDonald about mapping the rise in cases of COVID-19, the opening of a field hospital in Novi and more.
Tonya Allen, President & CEO of the Skillman Foundation
Tonya Allen from the Skillman Foundation gives Stephen Henderson an idea of what nonprofits are doing to help Detroit Public Schools in their new efforts of online learning.
Biomedical Engineer Barry Belmont
Nolan Finley talks to Biomedical engineer Barry Belmont from the University of Michigan about concerns surrounding the mass rapid production of ventilators
Dr. Rich Machesky, Troy Superintendent of Schools
Christy McDonald talks with Dr. Richard Machesky, Troy Superintendent of Schools, about the district’s distance learning and support plans for students and families.
Dr. Sue Anne Bell on Nursing in a Pandemic
Dr. Sue Anne Bell talks about the healthcare worker’s resource and staff shortages around the country.
Deb Polich, Arts Alliance CEO
Christy McDonald talks with Arts Alliance CEO Deb Polich about the economic impact of the arts during COVID-19.
Radio Host Brandon Brice
Nolan Finley spoke with Brandon Brice, “Straight Talk” Host, 910 AM Superstation, about the challenges the city of Detroit faces when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Facebook Live Gender Reveal
Justin and Amber Edwards, Detroiters living in Texas, turned to Facebook Live for a gender reveal party to share the surprise with family and friends during this time of social-distancing.
COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 2
Each Thursday at noon, the COVID313 Community Coalition for Families and Students hosts a virtual townhall focused on supporting parents, students, and families.
Hydrate Detroit’s Demeeko Williams
One Detroit’s Bill Kubota talks with Hydrate Detroit’s Demeeko Williams about water shutoffs.
COVID-19 Roundtable
Christy, Nolan and Stephen talk about the many changes brought on by COVID-19 and the impact on Detroit, considered a hotspot for the virus.
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI 12th District) talks with Nolan Finley, about what her constituents are telling her in the midst of the pandemic.
Kevin Leeser with Operation Face Shield
Christy McDonald speaks with Kevin Leeser, an RN with Operation Face Shield Ann Arbor that’s using 3D printing to make face shields for healthcare workers.
Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General
One Detroit’s Christy McDonald talks with Michigan Attorney General, Dana Nessel, about the latest scams people need to watch out for.
Attorney Terry Bonnette on Paid Leave
Bill Kubota interviews attorney Terry Bonnette with Nemeth Law on the changes in paid leave laws because of COVID-19.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer on the current Michigan COVID-19 crisis
One Detroit’s Christy McDonald talks with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer about the current Michigan COVID-19 crisis.
Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools Community District
Christy McDonald interviews Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools, about what it has been like to lead the district during the COVID-19 crisis.
Kirk Mayes, CEO of Forgotten Harvest
Kirk Mayes, CEO of Forgotten Harvest, speaks with One Detroit’s Christy McDonald about the food insecurities facing the Metro Detroit area.
Dr. Howard Markel on the historical context of pandemics
Christy McDonald speaks with Dr. Howard Markel, Director of the Center for the History of Medicine at the University of Michigan, about the historical context of pandemics.
A Detroit community coalition holds its first COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall
This week a coalition of Detroit area agencies came together to hold a town hall meeting via the internet update the status of public services and public schools.
Pastor Barry Randolph of Detroit’s Church of the Messiah
Stephen Henderson has a frank conversation with Pastor Barry Randolph of Detroit’s Church of the Messiah on how the outbreak is impacting residents in city neighborhoods.
Ron Bartell, owner of Kuzzo’s Chicken & Waffles
Christy talks with Ron Bartell, owner of Kuzzo’s Chicken & Waffles on Livernois Avenue, about how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting his business.
Carla Bailo, President and CEO of the Center for Automotive Research
Nolan Finley speaks with President and CEO of the Center for Automotive Research, Carla Bailo, about the impact COVID-19 has had on Michigan’s automotive industry.
Sandy Baruah, CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber
Sandy Baruah, CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, talks with One Detroit’s Nolan Finley about the impact of the shelter-in-place order.
COVID-19 Pandemic & Xenophobia
Instances of hate crimes and anti-Asian sentiment are on the rise in the U.S., as repercussions of the coronavirus outbreak escalate. One Detroit’s Christy McDonald speaks with Roland Hwang, and Richard Mui to learn more.
Nolan Finley with Matt Cullen, CEO of Bedrock Detroit
One Detroit’s Nolan Finley and Matt Cullen, CEO of Bedrock Detroit, discuss supporting small businesses and the impact on Detroit, and the eventual recovery.
Dr. Erin Hunter, Clinical Psychologist Interview
Christy McDonald interviews Dr. Erin Hunter, Clinical Psychologist and Interim-Director for the Center for the Child and Family, the University of Michigan about how families are handling the COVID pandemic.
Ned Staebler, CEO of TechTown Detroit
Christy McDonald talked to Ned Staebler today, CEO of TechTown Detroit.
Gov. Whitmer talks with Christy McDonald on the Coronavirus crisis
Governor Whitmer talks with One Detroit’s Christy McDonald about COVID-19.
