MiWeek - A Detroit Public TV Production

Air date: 3/3/17. A look at development and neighborhoods with Detroit Regional Chamber CEO Sandy Baruah, and a candid conversation about safety with Detroit’s Police Chief – all from the Detroit Policy Conference. Episode 545.

We discuss the surprising results of the Presidential election and why the pollsters’ predictions were so far off. Plus, Business Leaders for Michigan gather in Detroit. Episode 529.

Air date: 11/3/16. In the last days before the election, we find many candidates heading here – is Michigan back in play? Plus, the polls – who do voters trust? And what is the impact of the top of the ticket on the rest of the races in our state? Episode 528.

Air date: 10/27/16. A media investigation reveals financial struggles for many of the Detroit school board candidates – should it matter to voters? Also, a look at how polls impact the Presidential race. Plus, Oakland County turns down an offer to buy the Palace of Auburn Hills. Episode 527.

Air date: 10/20/16. Did the last presidential debate make a difference? Plus, will the damaging charges of voter fraud and a rigged election affect turn out and trust? The MiWeek team also discusses the high-level players involved in the Flint water investigation. And a cautious return to home demolition in Detroit. Episode 526.

Air date: 10/6/16. How this historic presidential election could affect how we vote and why; Should any topic be off the table for the next Trump-Clinton debate? Plus, the Congressional races in Michigan are getting national attention. Episode 524.

9/29/16. A surprising and historic endorsement by the Detroit News; the fallout from the Presidential debate with our MiWeek roundtable; and a new way to focus on Detroit’s neighborhoods. Episode 523.

Air date: 9/8/16. 9 weeks until Election Day and there’s still plenty of Presidential attention on Michigan; potential political showdown over new Detroit school district; controversial LGBTQ guidelines for Michigan schools. Episode 520.

Air date: 9/1/16. Kids head back to school this fall – but to what kind of atmosphere in the classroom? Chastity Pratt Dawsey of Bridge Magazine, Ken Whipple of Michigan Achieves, and Erin Einhorn of Chalkbeat Detroit joins us to discuss the latest on the state of education in Michigan. Plus, the flap over Donald Trump going to Mexico and coming to Detroit. Episode 519.

Air date: 8/11/16. Trump and Clinton choose Michigan to make economic pitches; paying for education in Michigan; taking a look at the 2016 Olympics. Episode 516.

Air date: 8/4/16. Michigan’s Primary sets up November’s election; Regional Transit may finally have a shot; is Donald Trump causing a GOP civil war? Episode 515.

Air date: 7/28/16. The Democrats are in Philadelphia: “Bernie or Bust” supporters walk out; the head of the DNC resigns; Hillary Clinton makes history; and Michigan gets some love on the main stage. Episode 514.

Air date: 7/21/16. We get the latest on what the Michigan Delegation is thinking from contributor Nolan Finley, who is at the Convention. Plus, our MiWeek political roundtable takes a look at the GOP message and where that leaves the Democrats for their convention next week. Episode 513.

Air date: 7/14/16. We take an in-depth look at the issue that is dominating headlines across the nation: race and policing. How is Detroit reacting and what changes are coming? Plus, Republicans get ready for next week’s Convention. We’ll discuss what to expect and the status of the “Dump Trump” Movement. Episode 512.

Air date: 7/7/16. A closer look at the growth of Eastern Market; the police shooting that is stunning the country; no indictment for Hillary Clinton; and turning a house into a home on Detroit’s east side. Episode 511.

Air date: 6/30/16. A big study on education in Michigan – are we getting what we pay for – and does higher investment really mean better scores? Plus, a look at the new way to save struggling schools. Also, should the GOP “Dump Trump”? We also examine Detroit’s creative future. Episode 510.

Air date: 6/23/16. More charges in the Flint water crisis as the city decides to stick with the KWA Pipeline; can there really be bi-partisan gun control legislation?; And the new way to take over struggling schools. Will it work? Episode 509.

Air date: 6/16/16. The latest on conditions in Flint from the pediatrician who exposed the lead levels in children; a conversation with 3 university presidents on the impact research has on the state; and a roundtable on business and development in Detroit. Episode 508.

Air date: 5/26/16. Detroit Regional Chamber CEO Sandy Baruah gives us the rundown on Mackinac Policy Conference 2016; Is Michigan doing enough to keep businesses in the state?; Melissa Gilbert is out and Democrats now scramble for an 8th Congressional District candidate; and, our cops dance better than your cops. Episode 506.

Air date: 5/12/16. No deal for Detroit Public Schools amid threats of running out of money mid summer; the debate over LGBT rights in schools comes to Lansing; and a Presidential election like no other. Episode 504.